Padekwa Cafe

Lakewood, CA · Cafe

Rating
4.7/5
★★★★★ 4.7
Reviews
20
Rank in Lakewood
#10
of 182 restaurants
City Percentile
87%
rating percentile
Address
Padekwa Cafe, 5841 Bellflower Blvd, Lakewood, CA 90713
Phone
(562) 263-6062
Website
www.padekwa.com
Status
Closed · Opens 8 AM Sat

Padekwa Cafe is a restaurant located in Lakewood, CA. It is one of 182 restaurants listed in Lakewood. Its 4.7-star rating is above the Lakewood city average of 4.2 stars. It ranks #10 of 182 restaurants in Lakewood. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Padekwa Cafe

Our mission is to provide space for productivity, creativity, and community. We offer handcrafted drinks and hourly creative space reservations.

Hours

Friday7 AM–7 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Ana V. · Mar 2026

I have been to this little gem many times. Once to study. Once to clear my mind over a delicious pistachio latte. Once to connect with people at their Open Mic night. Once to have a laugh at their comedy night event. Once just to admire the art that adorns this space. I love Padekwa and I have many reasons for graviting here.. Their staff is personable and gregarious. The space is inviting and peaceful. The coffee.....YUM! Their cesar salad chicken wrap...YUM! Their in-house events, SO worth it and fun. I highly recommend this cafe.

★★★★★ 5.0 Damon Lee Jones · Jun 2025

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Hidden Gem That Feels Like Home! From the moment my wife Debra and I walked into Padekwa Coffee and Creole Café, we knew we had discovered something truly special. This isn’t just a coffee shop—it’s an experience. The moment you step through the doors, you’re wrapped in a warm, welcoming atmosphere that feels like a hug from family. The hospitality here is next level—genuine smiles, kind conversations, and a sense of community that’s hard to find these days. Now let’s talk about the coffee… WOW. Bold, smooth, perfectly balanced—clearly made with love and expertise. But it doesn’t stop there. Every bite of their Creole specialties was packed with flavor and soul. You can taste the tradition and care in every dish, and the variety ensures there’s something for everyone. Wheth

★★★★★ 5.0 Oscar D · Apr 2025

This charming, family-owned coffee shop offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Upon entering, I was pleasantly surprised by the spaciousness of the interior, which is both cozy and inviting, making you feel right at home. The coffee I tried, an Iced Strawberry Mocha Latte, was delightful, earning a solid 9/10 for its flavor. I will certainly return to enjoy more of what this establishment has to offer. Additionally, the coffee shop hosts events such as paint-and-sip sessions, and they are hosting a pop-up event on April 13th. Overall, both the environment and the quality of the coffee impress, and I would rate my experience a 9.5/10.

★★★★★ 5.0 shei · Dec 2025

i came here during finals for a place to study and this place is perfect for students. the outside is very decieving, it looks smaller until you reach the back of the cafe. the ambience is amazing; there is alot of seating with a study room similar to the ones on school campuses. i'm planning on returning for their community events because of how beautiful this place is. as for the drinks, they are expensive however the quality of the espresso is divine. this speaks to their product and the staffing. the banana bread chai latte (iced) is very rich and the palette compliments the espresso well. it is $8 though.. but very high quality, so i didn't complain at all. i also ordered the avocado toast with an everything bagel. it comes with greens but i omitted everything except the salt & pepp

★★★★★ 5.0 James Herde · Mar 2026

speaking as a jew, this is the BEST bagels & lox i have ever had. i had to buy merch from them their food is so good and i'm not the type to buy merch in general.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Cafe

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