slow beginnings coffee Reviews

Ellie Kim 2026.05.31

     

Steph and David are some of the warmest, most easygoing people you'll meet. From pour-overs, espresso drinks, and tea to custom beverage offerings, their coffee cart delivers quality, care and a personal touch that makes any party or gathering feel special.

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Reply from slow beginnings coffee 2026.05.31

Ellie, thanks for your kind review!!

Angella Choe 2026.05.26

     

Truly the most magical and beautiful coffee experience I've ever had!!! We worked with Steph and her partner for a special shoot production we had and their cart and presence elevated our entire shoot! Everyone raved about the high quality coffee and matcha and the best service. Will 10000% work with them again and spread the word. We love you Steph and boo!!!! xxxx

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Reply from slow beginnings coffee 2026.05.26

Thank you so much Angella!!! ✨ It was truly a joy serving you!!

Ana De La Cruz 2026.05.23

     

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Julie Lim 2026.05.15

     

We had the pleasure of having a Slow Beginnings coffee/matcha cart at our cozy, backyard baby shower and it was such a hit with our friends and family! Steph and David were so communicative and easy to work with. We were able to choose some custom signature drinks that our guests LOVED. They made everything so easy and enjoyable, I would definitely recommend booking them for any of your event needs!

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Reply from slow beginnings coffee 2026.05.15

Julie, it was a joy to celebrate alongside you for your baby shower! So glad your guests enjoyed, and thank you so much for this review!

Katrina Carter 2026.05.12

     

We hired Slow Beginnings for our baby shower, and it was the best decision we made! Our guests loved the drinks, which were all beautifully and thoughtfully crafted. Their coffee cart is such a fun addition to any event. The service was fast and efficient, even with a large group, and the entire process (from booking to event day) felt seamless from start to finish. Steph and David were so friendly, professional, and welcoming to all of our guests. They brought great energy and helped make the day feel even more special. We received so many compliments and our guests keep raving about it. Highly recommend!

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Reply from slow beginnings coffee 2026.05.15

Katrina, thank you for this thoughtful review!! We genuinely had so much fun serving your guests on this special day. Thank you again!!

Paolo Morato 2026.05.09

     

Had Slow Beginnings Coffee at a baby shower in Pasadena and it was such a nice surprise. Really good coffee and super friendly service.

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Reply from slow beginnings coffee 2026.05.11

Thank you so much! :)

Annie Chang 2026.05.06

     

If you are looking for a mobile coffee cart, stop searching and book Slow Beginnings. Out of all the vendors we explored, they were by far the most responsive and professional from the very first message. It is so obvious that they care deeply about the craft of their drinks. The coffee is phenomenal, but the fact that they also offer high-quality matcha and chai was such a win for our teachers and staff who wanted something a bit lighter. Everything they served was an absolute hit. They showed up exactly on time, ready to go, and were so generous and lovely with their energy. They truly have their system down to a science, which made the whole event feel effortless. We are so grateful for their flexibility and the heart they put into their work.

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Reply from slow beginnings coffee 2026.05.06

Annie—this is the most thoughtful and kind review. Thank you for being so generous and kind. We absolutely loved serving you and are so grateful to have met you!

Melody Cheng 2026.05.04

     

We chose slow beginnings coffee for our cafe-themed baby shower celebration and they were fantastic. We highly recommend! Booking process was straightforward. Steph is very professional, sweet, and made the whole process very easy. She responded to all of our emails quickly. We loved that we were able to pick two specialty drinks and name our own drinks. Contract and payment process was very straightforward as well. Day of service was fantastic. Steph and David were here early to set up and made sure they were ready to go at the start of the shower. They made all of the drinks efficiently. Everyone was able to put in their orders and get their drinks quickly. Taste of the drinks were wonderful and unique. We were worried because they do not have an option to sample the drinks beforehand, but it worked out! The miso caramel latte, matcha with pistachio almond cream top, and strawberry yuzu fizz are delicious. Our guests wanted to try all of the different flavors! We also just truly enjoyed Steph and David's company. They were so kind to our guests and stayed calm even when they had multiple guests to handle at a time. They were very calming and a joy to be around. We are so grateful for them and would absolutely hire slow beginnings coffee again for a future event!

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Reply from slow beginnings coffee 2026.05.04

Melody!! Thanks so much for this incredibly kind review!!! We absolutely loved serving you and glad you enjoyed our drinks!! 🥲

Alan Le 2026.04.28

     

Slow Beginnings Coffee (Steph and David) absolutely made my birthday party unforgettable. They brought a full mobile coffee bar setup to my home in my backyard and handled everything flawlessly while serving 50+ guests without missing a beat. The menu was incredible—coffee, espresso, matcha, plus two signature drinks that were honestly some of the best I’ve had. You can tell they really care about their craft; every drink was consistently high quality and beautifully made. Beyond the drinks, their service stood out just as much. The team was professional, friendly, and created such a fun, elevated experience for everyone there. It felt like having a specialty café pop up right in my backyard. From start to finish, the entire experience was seamless. If you’re considering a mobile coffee bar for an event, I couldn’t recommend Slow Beginnings Coffee more highly. I’ll absolutely be using them again in the future.

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Reply from slow beginnings coffee 2026.04.29

Alan! Thank you so much for the thoughtful review and being such a hospitable host!! 🥹

Vylana Trang 2026.04.25

     

We hired Steph and her crew to have a coffee cart at our wedding and they did not disappoint! They were absolutely professional and helped to make the experience as seamless as possible! All our guests loved their Miso Caramel Latte and Matcha Latte! And the aesthetics of their cart were top notch! Thank you so much for helping us put together the best wedding day!

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Reply from slow beginnings coffee 2026.04.25

We loved serving you at your wedding, thanks Vylana for such a kind review!

Annabel White 2026.04.23

     

Slow Beginnings is hands down one of the best coffee carts out there. Their genuine hospitality and true dedication to the drinks they serve makes them stand out. Everyone at my event was deeply impressed. Not only are they kind and professional, the coffee and matcha is astounding. I have nothing but high praise for Slow Beginnings.

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Reply from slow beginnings coffee 2026.04.23

Thank you for your kind review, Annabel! We loved serving you :)

Tony Rangel 2026.04.15

     

Loved the coffee!! David and Steph were so nice and super professional.

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Paul Sanders Voiceover 2026.04.10

     

Incredible coffee! The perfect start for a night person functioning in the early morning

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Clinton Robinson 2026.04.10

     

Amazing coffee!!!

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seung kim 2026.04.05

     

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Hilario Balajadia, Jr. 2026.04.04

     

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Hiram Sarmiento 2026.03.20

     

Great coffee served by great people!

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Reply from slow beginnings coffee 2026.03.20

Thank you so much!!

Ryan Wilson 2026.03.16

     

Great coffee and even better matcha!

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Reply from slow beginnings coffee 2026.03.20

Thank you!!

Joseph Regier 2026.03.15

     

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Melda Buddress 2026.03.11

     

We love Slow Beginings Coffee!! Their coffee is sooo tasty and love the story behind it. Steph and David are so sweet and so happy we got to meet them. It makes your coffee even more delicious:)

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Reply from slow beginnings coffee 2026.03.13

Thank you for your review, Melda! :)