One of my favorite breakfast, lunch, and drink places to visit when I'm out in the Tustin/Irvine…read morearea. I love the breakfast options like the avocado toast, the Hawaiian breakfast with spinach added on. My new favorite is the avocado chicken pesto sandwich. There are jalapeños in it that give it a kick. They even have amazing pastries like the paleo banana bread and muffins. My daughter loves getting the parfait yogurt after her karate class to eat on the way home. For drinks I love the green smoothie and the matcha latte with oat milk no sugar. I have tried it blended and iced. My husband loves the pour over and the Zebra frap. The line can get long on the weekends but ordering through the app is the way to go to avoid the line.

Super friendly service. Big menu…read more I had the green smoothie which was very runny but won't complain bc I don't like ice in my smoothies, so I was pleasantly surprised Good sized dining room and good place to sit and relax or visit with friends or get some work done. I appreciate the soft overhead music... keeps guests from having to speak loud to compensate for the ambient noise.

Great pastry Fresh and delicious…read more I highly recommend to try them Not pricy either Good staff and very good service

Stopped by Diotima Bakehouse this morning and wow, I get the hype now. Everything tasted like it…read morecame out of the oven minutes ago. What surprised me most was that the pastries weren't super sweet. A lot of cafés drown everything in sugar, but here you can actually taste the butter and the bake. Big plus for me. Fair warning, the line was long. But honestly that tells you something, locals don't wait in line for mediocre stuff. It was worth it. The coffee was really good too. Not sure about their beans, but it tasted fresh roasted, smooth and full of flavor. Went perfectly with the pastries. I'll be back for sure. 5 stars!

Destiny is awesome! She helped me choose what I wanted and tried something knew and loved it!!!!read more

YUMMMM THE BEST, Destiny Diaz is the best barista! Best matcha ever, best study place ever!read more

I ordered a latte and avocado toast. Both of them were really good…read more It has a nice and cozy vibe. Employees are very friendly and polite. It's very close to my office and I'll back again.

This is kind of funny…read more After work, I was searching for a coffee shop nearby like I usually do, but nothing really caught my attention. So I decided to search outside the area where I live, and that's how I ended up finding this place. The funny part is that I had actually been wanting to visit this coffee shop because I saw their "Fun Flight" menu and thought it looked so interesting. I kept telling myself that I had to come try it someday. But when I searched this time, I was actually looking for a real coffee roaster and ended up here without even realizing it was the same place. Parking was easy and there were plenty of spaces. There are also other shops around, so I don't think parking would be much of an issue. The coffee shop itself was clean, bright, and nice and cool inside. I noticed one of the employees carefully cleaning the glass, and they kept wiping down empty tables and windows throughout the time I was there. Honestly, I've rarely seen someone cleaning so consistently at a coffee shop, and I really appreciated it. It made me feel like they genuinely care about cleanliness. Since it was already afternoon, I wanted something decaf, so I asked if they roast their own decaf coffee. They told me that they roast everything themselves, which immediately gave me more confidence in the coffee. I ordered a flat white and sat down, but then I realized I had completely forgotten to say "iced." Sure enough, I saw the employee making a hot drink. Well... that's totally on me! Soon my coffee came out with a beautiful latte art on top. And then I took my first sip... Oh my goodness. This is GOOD coffee! There was a slight acidity at first, but as I kept drinking, the acidity faded and I was left with a smooth, nutty, creamy latte flavor. I personally prefer medium roasts over dark roasts, and this roast was exactly my kind of coffee. Now I'm suddenly very curious about their matcha, too. I also liked that the overall pricing wasn't too expensive. The Wi-Fi did seem a little slow at times, but it wasn't slow enough to really bother me. And now I'm still sitting here debating whether I should order the matcha latte... The coffee was definitely delicious, and I already know I'll be coming back. Next time, I'm absolutely getting the Fun Flight so I can try several different coffees! Great coffee, clean space, friendly service, and reasonable prices. Definitely worth another visit!

This one a journey, buckle up lol. So I recently saw a TikTok from one of the owners here talking…read moreabout being part of "the Kaleidoscope lore." Wasn't totally sure what he meant, but I was curious. He also looked Latino, so naturally I wanted to pull up and support. On this day, I was passing through on my way back from San Diego and I remembered the video. I figured why not stop in. I get to the mall and it immediately felt like the lore he was talking about. The whole place gives major post-apocalyptic shopping center energy. I parked on the first level, which was eerily empty for a Friday, next to a dumpster that had somehow become an indoor water feature courtesy of a leak in the ceiling. "Will my car be okay?" I wondered. I walk into the elevator and quickly realize it's dead. The escalators? Also dead lol. For a second I genuinely thought the power was out. When I got to the main level, I noticed every single store was dark. Baffled, I had to Google the shop just to confirm it was open. Found out it was on the top floor, so I just started climbing, half expecting to find a zombie horde and instead found the entire mall's remaining population in one spot. Phew! To be fair, apparently this mall has been struggling for years. It's not exactly a secret around here you just have to kinda find out the way I did lol. None of that is on Concrete Coffee though, they're just doing their thing inside a building that's had a rough go of it long before they showed up. But honestly, it's worth the trek. The shop itself is cute, bright, and tucked into the front of a small boutique market with a handful of other little shops and eats. The menu was easy to read and the seasonal drinks looked great. The second I saw banana cold foam I knew I was staying awhile. I'm historically weak to a good cold foam. I actually hung around for a bit afterward and watched a steady stream of people pop in the whole time, so whatever's going on with the mall, this shop is clearly doing just fine. At least I hope they are! As it turns out, my cashier was the guy from the TikTok, and we ended up chatting for a bit. He explained the whole "lore" thing and it finally clicked. Shame the shop's stuck inside a building that feels like it's actively being reclaimed by nature, but it's genuinely worth the trip. Parking's free at least!. Despite the mall's rough shape, the staff and drinks here are the real deal and they deserve the support.

Stopped in today for the first time. I'm surprised this center is still open. The escalators are…read morenever operating, and there really isn't anywhere to shop. I ordered an iced vanilla latte with 2% milk. I'm no coffee expert--I only get vanilla iced lattes--but I didn't really enjoy it. I didn't get much vanilla flavor. It wasn't sweet at all, which I'm fine with. Since I don't live nearby, I wouldn't go out of my way to come back. If I were to return, I would check to see if they offer teas.

I used to live nearby this little location here in Lake Forest and it was one of my sons favorite…read morestops. Recently visiting the area again and had to stop in for three consecutive days to get my fix. Definitely recommend this place

I can't believe I have never tried this place before, especially living walking distance from it…read more.. crazy lol. Awesome place! Awesome drinks, awesome flavor. We were on our walk yesterday, Wednesday around 2 pm. No vehicles on the drive thru yet, so we just walked up to the window. I got the Caramel Granita with oat-milk, it is like medium sweet drink, nice and refreshing. The girl at the window was so patient, great suggestions, excellent customer service. Will have to come by more often!

Finally made it back to try their sandwiches. Got their banh mi, which looks nothing like the…read moretraditional one as it comes on their shokupan and not on a baguette. It was well-made, with layers of ingredients, and quite tasty! Also got a slice of their pumpkin Basque cheesecake. Rich and delicious! Great way to treat myself! Brio Brio is a Lake Forest gem!

My husband, kids and I made a trip to Brio Brio last weekend. We got the following things…read more Pesto Chicken sando Iced Goma Matcha Latte PRIME beef curry bread Honey toast Starting out there was a long like out the door, it moved at an ok pace not super quick not too slow. Inside was decorated really nice, the ambiance was cute and everything was very clean. The service was great, we were unsure on the drink so the cashier made a good recommendation. The pesto chicken sando is what we came for and I was not a total fan of it. I think I was expecting more of a burst of flavor, but it truly tasted how it sounds - chicken with pesto and arugula. The star of the sandwich was the marinated tomatoes, these were fantastic, I wish there were more tomatoes and slightly less chicken to get a more even ratio going. For the price point, I wouldn't get this again. All in all, the sandwich wasn't bad, it was just as expected. Will have to check out the egg salad sando and the beef sando next time, they looked great! The prime beef curry bread was delicious, very tender chunks of beef and the curry had a slight spice. Really good panko crusted bread. Would get this again! The honey toast was great as well, it tasted almost like a custard on top. Had a nice crust and fluffy interior. The Goma matcha latte was not my favorite, it was very Goma forward and I couldn't really taste the matcha. Additionally, it was a little clumpy so when you would sip it you would get a clump of Goma. If I came back, I would likely stick to the pastries as they were standard priced and pretty big for that price. The sandos, I may or may not try again, they were all around $16+ and were stuffed, but still on the small size. I am glad I tried it!

First time here and it did not disappoint! They have a nice ambiance where you can sit and enjoy…read more The two gentlemen working were very nice and friendly! They have an assortment of pastries and very unique teas, matcha's and coffee. I tried the Cardamom Rose Latte and it was delicious!!! Nothing like trying a new coffee place and it exceeds your expectations. I'm excited to go back and try something new.

Cute lil spot in lake forest!…read more I like their small corner shop -- good parking spots too. The counter is also pretty cute! I ordered the Moroccan mint tea and strawberry matcha. The strawberry matcha was sweet and not bad for grainy level. I wonder if they whisk their matcha. Service is very fast and the servers were very sweet. Only thing was the seats on one of the sides were too high for the table. Otherwise great cafe!

Cook's Coffee is an amazing addition to any event! I work at a large university and I am constantly…read morelooking for new vendors to work with our diverse student population. Nesma and her team at Cook's Coffee have brought their coffee cart to two of our events, and our guests have unanimously loved them and their beverage options. They served about 150 people in an hour and a half, efficiently and with a smile on their faces. I would recommend this business to literally anyone! Whether you need a specialty coffee cart for a party, wedding, or any other event, this is definitely the way to go. SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESSES! We love this team and can't wait to work with them again.

Cooks Coffee is hands down one of the best mobile coffee experiences I've had in SoCal. Their…read moredrinks are thoughtfully curated with unique flavors, house made syrups and creams that I haven't tried anywhere else. I recently had the chance to indulge in their offerings again just a few weeks ago and they kept me powered for my shift all night. I highly recommend them for events and if you have the chance to see them, give their Knafeh latte a try. You won't be disappointed! I also love that they offer bottled lattes to take home so you can enjoy them during the work week! Some of my favorites are their Churro latte and vanilla cardamom. The owners are always super sweet and professional, and their aesthetic really elevates the experience at the events I've been too! Solid 10/10!

Background On Visit: Decided to get some coffee before socializing with my pickleball friend's at…read moreLuna Park in Irvine. Credit Cards: They're available to use. Restroom: They're available to use. Wifi: There is wifi to use. Location/Park: Located in a business/industrial area. Decent amount of parking can be found. Ambiance/Decor: Neat ambiance with modern furnishings in the interior and more tables up outside to enjoy your food and drinks.. Service: Lulu (barista) was very nice and informational about the shop. Drink didn't take long to prepare. Drink Of Choice: I got the Jaguar Honey drip coffee. Thought the coffee was decent, but was a bit sweet. Reminds me of Mexican Coffee. Blue Mockingbird For Thought: A bit of drive for me, but would love to partake in their guided coffee tastings/events one day.

The roastery/coffee shop is quaint and good to do work at; they offer WiFi. There's some bar and…read moresome table seating; there are options inside and outside. They offer drinks, like coffee, hojicha, and matcha, gelato, and some light pastries. I tried their seasonal Apple Crumble matcha with added foam and it really was quite mid. The matcha was not strong; flavor did not come through. There was some apple flavoring with the crumble on top.