OpenRicePH Review @ Caffé La Tea

Hurray for the second round with OpenRicePH‘s Eat’s A Date event and this time with Caffé La Tea! From the name itself, I’m sure this will be another tasteful occasion 🙂

I’m quite familiar with Congressional Avenue stretch and delighted to know that this cutie café will be a discovery for today. It’s not hard to find because it’s just along the road right before you reach the intersection going to Visayas Avenue and Congressional Extension.

At first glance, the pastel-colored signage seems like enticing everyone to come in!

And when I entered, at the counter display there were plenty of cupcake varieties! Yaaay! Cupcakes overload! Too good for anyone who has sweet tooth! Loom at those goodies! I’ll get to know (and taste) each one of you later!

True to their tagline, these are what Caffé La Tea offers. Let’s take a tour on their menu.

COFFEE – what’s so special about their coffee? the coffee beans have been handpicked from a mix of of arabica and robusta beans, and then carefully roasted to bring its distinct flavor. Rich in aroma with a medium body and taste that will excite everyone! From the espresso, americano, latté to iced flavored to coffee smoothies! Definitely, coffee geeks would love this place! Friendly prices from Php 55 to 149 plus for add ons (espresso shot, whipped cream,sugar intensity, etc)

MILKTEA – they do have the basics which tagged as TEAsers and served with tapioca pearls! For the signature TEAser’s Specials, it says in the menu – “they are sooooo good, we bet our name on it!”. I chose Harajuku, a mixture of fuzzy melon, dark cocoa, coffee jelly and secret twist (I wonder what’s that secret 🙂) I love the taste because it’s not too sweet, every ingredient was well blended and gave emphasis what a real milktea should! It has no after taste which I always notice from other brands. So many flavors to choose from the Milk Tea Family which also includes smoothies! But wait, a light trivia: they sourced milkteas directly from Taiwan for authenticity! Don’t you like that? Now here’s what you’ll also love, price ranges from Php 50 (Grande) to 99 plus for add ons (pearl, jelly, pudding, sugar intensity, etc)

Harajuku – Best Seller Signature Teaser’s Special Php 95 (Grande)

Berry Overload – Php 89 (Grande) with berry popping pearls

FOOD – a wide selection of comfort food from appetizers, salads, pasta, sandwiches and rice toppings! Get ready to satisfy the cravings of your tastebuds! One among arrays of dishes that captured my attention was Chiz Buko – similar to the traditional lumpiang toge but with a surprising twist! Filled with buko strips, veggies, ham and cheese all rolled into one! I don’t like veggies but here’s to another exemption! 🙂

Chiz Buco – Php 129

Crispy Binagoongan – Php 89

Bicol Express – Php 89

Crispy Dinuguan – Php 89

Grilled Liempo & Salted Egg – Php 109

Yummy Grilled Liempo 🙂

Cabsy Longganisa Rice – Php 89

Crispy Baked Wings – Php 169

Since we already started with cheese, and my fondness on anything with cheese cannot be controlled! Haha! Chili Bombs and Mozza Lava Sticks. Got a bit frustrated because I didn’t get to try the Mozza Lava as it disappeared in just a snap! Haha! According to my fellow bloggers, it’s very delicioso! Atleast I got photos! 🙂

Chili Bombs – Php 129

Mozza Lava Sticks – Php 129

When it comes to pasta, you’ll never get bored in choosing which to indulge. There’s Pomodoro & Meatballs, Gambas & Mushroom, Hungarian Sausage & Pesto, Creamy Longga Penne, Tuna and a lot more! I’m not being biased here, but you should try Wild Mushroom and Truffle Oil Pasta! It’s terribly and heavenly delicious! The creaminess will certainly struck up to the last tip of your nerves! Haha! I’m sure you’re convinced! Hey, it’s really a scrumptious dish! Price starts at 149-159 and good for sharing! Not bad, huh!

Gambas & Mushroom Pasta – Php 159

Creamy Chicken Pesto – Php 159

Wild Mushroom & Truffle Oil – Php 159 Must Try!

CUPCAKES – now that we’re done with appetizers and main dishes, it’s time for desserts! The pastries are coffee and tea’s perfect company and so are we! As I’ve said earlier, they all looked good when displayed but for sure best when consumed! I tried Oreo Cheesecake and never got downhearted! Tastes like the real oreo blended with cream cheese, so the sweetness is not “nakakaumay”. Red Velvet, Death by Choc-La-Tea, Dulce De Leche, Bannoffee Pie are also stand-uppers! Price ranges from Php49-59 only!

Bannoffee Pie – Php 49

Death By Choc-La-Tea – Php 59

N.Y. Cheesecake – Php 59

Dulce De Leche – Php 59

Oreo Cheesecake – Php 59

Caffé La Tea, which originated in Cabanatuan will never be your least option when it comes to ambiance, food quality plus superb taste and price! No wonder they are not afraid even if they are just few block away from a directcompetitor! A standout Cabanatuan’s pride ready to conquer the Metro!

Definitely a must visit and highly recommended not just for coffee and milktea lovers but also a hub for barkada, officworkers and the whole family! Can’t wait to bring my kids here soon!

Thank you OpenRicePH for another appetizing event and Caffé La Tea for welcoming us 🙂

Caffé La Tea is located at #16 Congressional Avenue Bahay Toro, Quezon City

Opens from Monday to Sunday, 12nn – 12am