AiCha Boba

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I think this is a solid boba place in the Mission Viejo area since there aren't too many options around. There is a very wide selection of drinks and the service is always relatively fast. Plus, there's a lot of seating inside which makes it a perfect study spot. I tried their seasonal biscoff milk tea the last time I went, and it was just okay. I think it would've tasted better if I ordered it hot instead of iced. The biscoff got soggy after a while and made the whole drink a weird texture, and it was pretty watered down from the ice. I probably wouldn't order it again, but it was worth a try. I think that was definitely my fault for experimenting with my drink order instead of just getting one of their more popular drinks. But overall, I'd definitely come back to try something else! read more

AiCha Boba - biscoff milk tea - Desserts Near Me - Mission Viejo, California

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this is just a rebranded ding tea that changed its name lol it's nothing special I used to come here a lot when I lived in south county, but I had a bad experience with one of the workers yelling at us because we came in thirty minutes before closing (it was earlier back then, maybe 8 or 9pm). I used to be a barista so I get it, but that kind of open yelling from the back would've gotten anyone I know fired in the past LOL maybe times have changed, but now I prefer other places like vivot, mameya, and Okayama kobo that are more original read more

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Allan A.

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Stopped by AiCha Boba for a quick afternoon pick-me-up and was pleasantly surprised. I tried the Mango Slushie--it was bursting with fresh flavor and really hit the spot. My god‑daughter ordered the Strawberry Milk Tea with Strawberry Boba and couldn't stop raving about it. The shop itself has a relaxed, clean, and comfortable vibe--perfect for unwinding with a good drink. read more

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We always get the guava milk and sometimes the peach milk tea here with Golden Boba and Crystal Boba or Aloe Vera. Small- 12 oz. Large-16 oz. read more

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Johnna E.

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Fast service and flavorful drink. I ordered a wintermelon black tea with golden boba. I believe this used to be a Ding Tea location - it does not look like much has changed (menu and flavor profile wise) other than the name. I usually come here when I'm around the area and stopping next door at milk and cookies. read more

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Katy

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Aicha is a pretty good go-to boba place but the quality isn't as good as other places such as Hey tea or Omomo. Most of their fruity flavors come from syrups rather than actual fruit. However, it makes sense since their menu is rather big. Personally, their drinks are also very sweet. read more

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Gabby S.

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Taro mash was so bad - it tasted like drinking a floral air freshener. Staff was not very accommodating, like maybe she didn't want this job to begin with? Place was extra dark too, we were there at around 3pm. read more

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Danielle B.

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I ordered two things. The coffee milk tea was not very good, but passable. The other thing I ordered however, was awful, and I probably should've had them remake it. I ordered a kiwi fruit tea, but when I got it, it did not taste like kiwi at all. It tasted EXACTLY like Fake green apple candy, think like the green apple jolly rancher flavors. I also ordered at 30% sweet, and it was still very sweet. I will not return here when there are so many better tea and coffee shops around. read more

AiCha Boba - 'kiwi' tea (tasted like green apple candy) & coffee milk tea - Desserts Near Me - Mission Viejo, California

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Peter L.

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Solid neighborhood boba place with convenient parking and a welcoming, cozy vibe. Loved that they offer student discounts which makes it easy to visit often. Drinks were flavorful and well made, easy 4/5! Services are ok, not out of ordinary, menus are customizable, quite nice! read more

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Plenty of parking spaces. They have some indoor seating available. I got the Lychee Yakult with Lychee Popping Boba and with less sugar. Even with the less sugar, the drink was too sweet. I think maybe the Lychee Popping Boba added the extra sugar level to the drink, but it was too sweet for me. The drink itself was good, but definitely had to have the ice dilute the drink more for it to be not too sweet for me. Recommendation(s): - Lychee Yakult (try half sugar since this drink was pretty sweet -- at least for me) Service: 5/5 Tip(s): - Plenty of parking spaces - Indoor seating available read more

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I am a boba fanatic and this place can sure serve up a boba! I love that they are open later than most boba shops in south Orange County. They have a nice selection of different bobas. I tend to get taro or matcha drinks and they haven't disappointed. My husband really love the Yakult bobas! It's a small little boba shop and it gets quite busy so you may not find seating. It doesn't have as trendy vibe as other boba spots, but still cool. They have an arcade machine there. All in all, this is now my new boba spot! Try it! read more

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Fiona K.

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I always get the jasmine milk tea with slight sugar + golden boba or the signature with slight or no sugar + golden boba. It's the only place I'll go for a milk tea because I'm usually disappointed anywhere else. Also the staff is super nice and care if you do or don't like the drink! read more

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This location has changed out to different boba businesses. I am not sure how long it has been AiCha. We tried a variety of drinks from milk teas to fruit slushes. We also tried traditional boba, lychee jelly and strawberry popping boba. I like they have non caffeine options, teas, coffees and various mix ins. You can change the sweetness level and amount of ice. read more

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Stevie F.

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The bobas golden honey type that's fresh. Their Dirtea signature boba is really good and the staff always are nice. read more

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Alana C.

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Good service! Server was sweet, idk if it's the thai powder yall use or not but I got one of the new thai brulee boba drink and there was so much thai orange stains on my teeth lots of thai drinks Ive had doesn't do this- it was sooo good though, haven't gone to ai cha in a bit but this was great! Will be getting this again read more

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Loralyn N.

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This is such a convenient and good quality boba place in Mission. My go to drink recently has been a peach green team 75% sweet with lychee jelly and strawberry popping boba. So refreshing! If you're not too into sweet, but my drink sounds good, I'd probably go 50% sweet because they toppings do add extra sweetness. I have yet to try their milk teas, but my family loves them. Everyone is also super nice there, too! They always have great recommendations. read more

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Sandy A.

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Cute little boba place in Mission Viejo with a great menu of classics and specials. I ordered the Oreo milk tea with egg pudding and it was so delicious. I totally forgot to ask for less sweetness but it still came out perfect. The almond milk tea was perfectly almondy and the pearls were perfectly chewy. Would come back here for sure. Great service too. read more

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Sari K.

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Mulberry green tea 50% sweet w boba: Pretty good! The tea base is nice, floral, and light and I can taste a slight mulberry flavor. I tried it w black tea base and it was too strong and I couldn't taste any mulberry and was very one note. Get the green tea base! 4/5 If the mulberry flavor were stronger it would be 5/5 Boba is soft and squishy. Could be bigger but not bad 4/5 read more

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Danielle C.

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Solid boba! I love going here and getting their milk tea or slush drinks! Staff is very friendly and the location is clean and easy parking! They also have Happy Hour during the week (mon-thurs) which is great! Try this place out :) read more

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Mira Y.

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First time here. It was night time and we are old...maybe not too old but we have three kids and we came here on a date for dry January vs our usual places. We didn't want anything with caffeine so we tried taro with light sweetness, light ice, and boba. It was great! Our favorite spot! The boys had fun too! read more

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Laurel C.

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Already impressed that this place has oat and almond milk, but also their milk tea base is non dairy. I had the pistachio matcha milk tea, the matcha was great and not too bitter, and the strawberry was mild and not too sweet. Very fast service, clean, cute, and modern interior. Worth a stop. read more

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Jenn R.

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Bobbbbaaaaaa! I love Boba Addict; it's arguably my favorite place to go for boba drinks in the area. Their golden boba is perfectly textured and melts in your mouth. It's the main reason I go back here so often! THE DRINKS | Wide selection of milk & flavored teas, speciality drinks, slushes, juices, coffees, etc. Customize the amount of sugar & ice, type of milk used, bobas, jellies, cream, etc. - Pumpkin Pie Milk Tea + Golden Boba ($0.55 extra) | Pumpkin pie flavored milk tea made with Assam black tea. It's topped with sea cream, pumpkin spice, and pumpkin sauce drizzle. This seasonal drink is tasty with the sea cream elevating its flavor profile. Their boba is consistently made well; softly chewy and slightly warm. THE BOBA ADDICT FEELS | Formerly known as Ding Tea, their recent rebranding also came with a bit of renovation work inside. It doesn't seem too much has changed with exception to a new accent wall and some minor cosmetic work. The vibe is laid back coastal. THE PARKING SITUATION | Located in a shopping plaza, there is free parking near and around Boba Addict. I almost never have issues finding a parking spot. read more

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Friendly service with disgustingly sweet "tea". --- Peach green tea with 50% sugar and less ice. It's like drinking syrup; the tea has a slimy texture, and you can't taste the peach or green tea. It's essentially 100% pure syrup with an orange food color. The tea is very suitable for inflationary times like these. If you bring your own cup and a bottle of water, you will pay for one drink that actually contains more sugar for two people. I waited for all the ice to melt down, and to my disappointment, it was still way too sweet. It's easy to develop diabetes if you finish this bottle of syrups. read more

AiCha Boba - Disgusting peach green tea with half sugar ...it's like drinking syrup - Desserts Near Me - Mission Viejo, California

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A nice little tea and boba shop that's open slightly later than most in this sleepy county of orange. This is located fairly close to Saddleback College so don't be shocked to run into a bunch of loud and obnoxious college kids that will just shout or speak loud for no reason. I got to try the hazel nut milk tea and the strawberry milk tea with boba. The Hazel nut was really good. Bold flavors of both the tea and hazelnut. The strawberry milk tea was good too but didn't really taste like tea. More like strawberry milk. I've had strawberry milk tea in other places that were bold in tea flavor and it has the potential to be much better. The tapioca or boba was nice and chewy. There is decent amount of seating area here and a good selection of items to chose from. Falls under industry average with their good points being open till 10pm and good amount of indoor seating. read more

AiCha Boba - Strawberry Milk Tea with boba and Hazelnut Milk Tea - Desserts Near Me - Mission Viejo, California

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Kayden C.

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aicha! oolong tea + cheese foam + crystal boba! solid and would love to try it with golden boba next. nice service, love the gamey environment. read more

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Takeshi H.

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Formerly known as Ding Tea (don't worry they still honor gift cards) with a revised menu that includes a few new specialty items and updated cup designs stands the new AiCha boba. The interior is still clean and modern but does attract a noisy crowd which is to be expected with all of the nearby college students. There can be a wait on Friday night and any weekend evenings. The customer service is still patient, friendly, and helpful. Tried their thai milk tea (which included a non-dairy substitute) and found it to be a solid drink. It's not a beverage that has a strong tea flavor and runs on the sweet side but for a franchised chain it was perfectly suitable. read more

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James ..

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Found this little gem and now I'm stoked beyond belief. Walking in here felt very calming and inviting. I had lost faith lately after trying many other boba places that all tasted similar with gooey boba and sugary aftertastes. However, the teas here were shockingly different. The level of ice and sugar were spot on. The boba was cooked perfectly and had a great flavor and texture. I ordered the golden boba with a Wintermelon milk tea and finally found my go to drink. They were very busy and yet still got drinks out very timely. They were all very nice. I look forward to trying other drinks, maybe. For now I'll stick with my Wintermelon milk tea:) read more

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April C.

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Came in a few times when it was ding tea. Surprised to see the new name on sign today. Figured since I came all the way over here, I'd at least try it to see if it's still as good The guys working the register are friendly and helpful. Described the drinks and different toppings. Took a while to get drinks out but they are definitely good. Inside is clean and neat. It's sorta noisy but it's by saddleback college so it could be all the students trying to caffeine up for the evening. read more

AiCha Boba - Menu seems similar to ding tea but specialty drink names are different. - Desserts Near Me - Mission Viejo, California

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Niloufar G.

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Came here for the first time. The ambience is pretty cool and I love that you can play board games while you're drinking Boba. There's also like a little arcade game in there. The kids were playing. It was nice to find a place that was open past 9 PM and me and my husband had our date night here. The Boba was OK. It wasn't the best but it was good. The staff was super friendly and helped us choose a drink. I looked up. My drink was not very sweet and came as it is. I got the mango. read more

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Brilee V.

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I love Aicha boba !! Their teas are super yummy and refreshing especially on hot summer days !! I personally love their lavender series and a peach oolong tea is always my regular !! Their music and ambience always fits the vibe and a perfect place to study ! The workers are also very nice, stylish, and are able to answer any questions !! I LOVE AICHA BOBA !!! read more

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I was staying at the Hampton in a few blocks away and was looking for some Boba nearby and found Ding Tea! I probably should have looked on their website earlier before going since there was a line to pick up drinks. Luckily, it didn't take terribly long. From order to drink, it took about 15 mins and maybe 8 people ahead of me. I ordered: 1. Guava Green Tea: Really delicious. I got it Less ice and less sugar. Kinda wish I got it even less sugar but it was delicious! I love the strong guava taste and it wasn't syrupy tasting. Tasted like fresh guava juice. The tea itself was good quality and refreshing. 2. Brown Sugar Milk Tea: Honestly thought it was just okay. The boba was really good and fresh but I thought the milk tea itself was just avg. I actually didn't end up finishing it. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Overall, both both teas were good but I'm pretty picky about my milk teas which is why I thought it was just alright. I tea flavor overall was excellent and the service was good despite it being super crowded. read more

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LoLinda G.

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Customer service here is top notch! I have extreme dietary restrictions and the ladies here graciously checked the full ingredients of the drinks I was interested in, and never made me feel like a bother. I am so grateful! That alone deserves 5 stars! I'm giving 4 stars though because I'm a boba snob, and there are definitely better drinks out there. read more

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0 star review. The cashier was disgustingly rude. As I ordered, I changed my mind about things as is normal for most people who are ordering at an establishment they're visiting for the first time. All the cashier kept saying me while I'm placing my order was "anything else?" Over, and over, and over again. Being hurried while choosing drink options is not professional in any way, shape, or form. Customer service is a fundamental, rudimentary skill, and this little kid has zero of it. Top ten rudest customer service of the year runner-up candidate. Cheers. read more

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I've boba shop hopping since I needed a place to do my homework. This has been by far the best homework spot! They have multiple outlets by each seat. The seating area isn't crammed either and they have free wifi!!! The younger employees play great music (tyler the creator,dean, and and kali uchis.) Customer service is great here! All their milk teas are dairy free which is really nice. They are very quick at making drinks, the employees know what they're doing. The drinks come out really scrumptious everytime. My personal fav as of right now is the matcha strawberry slush! Overall it's been only great experiences the past couple times I've been there for finals. No distractions besides when it begins to get busy around 8pm lol read more

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Lilly N.

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I love this place!!!! The service is exceptionally quick, and this girl named Vy at the register was super helpful in letting me know what the best options were! She did the griddy when I ordered her favorite drink! Cheers to that!!!! Also, another worker named Oanh made my drink in what felt like 1 second, like wow!!!!!! This place is beyond superb! Will be bringing my grandkids here next time to try the slushes and dirtea boba! bless this establishment! read more

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This is our favorite bubble tea place in the area - it's always busy so we're not alone in our thoughts!! Staff is friendly and knowledgeable and always provide great recommendations. The shop is always full with children, teens and all ages of adults - this shop is loved by all. I love the PAC Man machine in the corner - reminiscent of when I was a kid. I've come here with friends and had tea and played video games - a fun evening out! The shop always has a great energy with minimalist decor. read more

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Fresh tea and boba options. Friendly staff and atmosphere. Super close so it's our go to spot. I think the drinks are on the sweeter side but you can adjust the sweetness levels if you prefer it less sweet. Who ever did their Halloween decor is killing it read more

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Victoria A.

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I give a 1 for the customer service because they were nice. The drink was an absolute 0. Idk how you mess up a drink that has the universal same base at every location man. Why did you dump the entireity of a gallon of sugar in my drink? This tastes like the candyland pool in a Willy Wonka Chocolate Factory movie. I understand that each location may cater to the tastes of the local folk however, I would actually LIKE to taste the TEA itself and not just sugar? Get it together Ding Tea Mission Viejo, not everyone is trying to race to their graves and spike their blood sugar simultaneously. If you would like to pay 4-5$ to be disappointed on purpose then by all means, visit this location. Interior cute. Staff nice. DRINK = DO BETTER NEXT TIME. read more

AiCha Boba - This was waaaaaaaaaay too sweet. God. Ask for half sweetness if you want normal sweetness in your drinks people. - Desserts Near Me - Mission Viejo, California

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After having a few disappointing boba drinks in nearby LA county, and NONE in between the bay area and LA, this was a refreshing treat! The pineapple black tea was excellent and my daughter enjoyed her fruit tea as well, I can't comment about their milk teas, but their regular teas were great, and the boba was chewy without being slimy or pasty. Glad they had online ordering so by the time we got there, our drinks were ready. I would return. read more

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28171 Marguerite Pkwy
Ste 24
Mission Viejo, CA 92692
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(949) 328-1677
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Hours

What time does AiCha Boba open?

AiCha Boba opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does AiCha Boba close?

AiCha Boba closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.AiCha Boba closes at 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 11:00 AM - 10:00 PMFri-Sat 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Payment methods

Does AiCha Boba take Bitcoin?

No, AiCha Boba does not take Bitcoin.

Does AiCha Boba take credit cards?

Yes, AiCha Boba takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does AiCha Boba have catering options?

Yes, AiCha Boba does have catering options.

Does AiCha Boba have a drive thru?

No, AiCha Boba does not have a drive thru.

Indoor Amenities

Does AiCha Boba allow dogs?

No, AiCha Boba does not allow dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does AiCha Boba have bike parking?

Yes, AiCha Boba has bike parking.

Does AiCha Boba have outdoor seating?

No, AiCha Boba does not have outdoor seating options.

Does AiCha Boba have parking?

Yes, AiCha Boba has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is AiCha Boba wheelchair accessible?

Yes, AiCha Boba is wheelchair accessible.

Does AiCha Boba have free WiFi?

Yes, AiCha Boba has free WiFi.

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I had the best looking sandwich at the picnic…read more I visited Kona Loa Coffee last weekend while on the way to my monthly book club picnic. Nothing screams picnic quite like an iced latte and panini pairing. I ordered the chicken pesto panini, apple chai kombucha, and a mushroom iced latte. This latte did loads for my social meter. Giving me the extra pep to talk all things books. The sandwich was stacked with thick pieces of avocado, jalapeños, and sliced chicken. A very filling meal that definitely caught everyone's eye. Would love to return and explore more of their food menu.

Stayed in Irvine overnight and was looking for a breakfast spot before hitting the road. Decided…read moreto check out Kona Loa due to their coffee choices. So glad we did. Inside is very cozy. There's also some seating outside as well. We love Portuguese sausage and was glad they had that as a protein option. Staff was very helpful when we asked for suggestions. We ordered the Kim chee burrito with Portuguese sausage and a breakfast burrito with Portuguese sausage. We also got the Island coffee (coconut flavored) and Spanish coffee (condensed milk and cinnamon). Both drinks were amazing. We also really liked the Kim chee burrito. One bite and my husband and I wish we ordered 2. It went so well with the sour cream. The service was very fast as well. This is a must try if you are in the area! Wish I had pictures but we enjoyed it so much it was gone.

Breakfast burrito

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Island Latte: Coconut and Macadamia Nut

Pampas Helados Argentinos

4.8(178 reviews)

3.4 mi

Had a rough week and something sweet seemed to be the answer.. never tried this sort of ice cream…read morebefore and the flavors sounded amazing so we gave it a try... Highly recommend trying this place! Service is fantastic.. the shop is spotless and clean.. light and bright. Don't miss ordering churros to share with your desert. The little cup with 2 flavors is plenty but if you have a hearty appetite you can go bigger. Less sugar and more flavorful than any other places we have tried.

I discovered I LOVE Helados and I didn't even know it existed until we happened to walk past Pampas…read moreHelados Argentines in Aliso Viejo. On a last minute decision to eat out for dinner, we took a stroll afterwards. It was probably 15 minutes before closing time and we saw this brightly lit, blue and white shop with a small cooler cart and umbrella outside near the front window and large wall art of Lionel Messi, the soccer player, inside. Being a soccer family ourselves, we asked if it was too late to come in and we were given the warmest smiles and were waved in and I'm so glad we stopped and asked. This delightful dessert spot has so much to offer that had it been a warm and crowded evening, I would have felt pressure to choose because there were so many yummy looking options it was REALLY hard to decide. They are more than happy to provide tasting samples and I think that made my decision even harder because they were all fabulous! Since we let them know this was our first time in their shop, the young server said we needed to have it served with their filled churro tucked into the side, to experience the "full effect" of Helados and although it isn't something I would add every visit, it was a fun addition to the "newbie" experience! Prices are so reasonable considering the quality of product, the portion size, and the overall charm of the place, I was actually expecting our bill to be much higher. This place is one of the best hidden gems I've found in our area! As they say on their website, it isn't ice cream, it isn't gelato, it's HELADOS! And you have to give it a try!

Rolled waffle treats.

Mascarpone and berries

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Flan with Caramel. Creamy flan flavor with hints of caramel mixed in. Highly recommend.

JARS by Fabio Viviani

3.9(107 reviews)

0.9 mi

You Deserve Dessert today. Let's go!…read more I had: 1. French vanilla cake soft serve 2. Strawberry shortcake jar 3. Dubai chocolate jar 4. Dubai chocolate drink - with choco crunch 5. Choco bar 6. Mango passion fruit refresher

Ordered thru catering and they came on time and labeled the jars as they were cute and decorative…read moreand arrived cold still. An office favorite and good size after a meal.

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I bought two items, both did not disappoint!

Yomie’s Rice X Yogurt -RSM

4.9(105 reviews)

6.7 mi

Would recommend this place if you're looking for yogurt drinks! I ordered the purple rice yogurt…read moredrink. It's not too sweet (which is perfect for me) and I really like the chew from the purple rice. I also love that there were so many different menu options. The interior of the store is very cute. Service was good too, they offered me a free sample of coconut jelly which was yummy. I will come back again to try other things on the menu!!

Started by being greeted by the friendliest man offering free samples to taste the base of the rice…read moreyogurt dessert. Both the vanilla and coconut bases were perfect. The hard part was choosing which item to get. My wife and I settled on the honeydew parfait and it's exactly what we wanted. Perfect flavor in every bite. You can tell my the high level of customer service and honesty that the same level of dedication is placed towards the preparation of the food. Although we only tried the desserts we noticed the hot food menu with chicken wings and kabobs, etc. and we are definitely coming back for some. There's even a cool arcade machine and board game cabinet to hang out with friends. Business owner said there are no customers here, only family- and it's very true

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Churned Creamery Lake Forest

4.1(52 reviews)

5.9 mi

Pretty cool how their ice cream just keeps churning, hence the name. Flavor combinations are good…read more Pick a flavor & then choose your toppings. Their signature Cro-cream which is basically an ice cream sandwich but in a croissant. Few tables & chairs inside to enjoy your ice cream. Not sure if we came on an off night but they didn't have much available. We got their salted butter caramel & the dutch chocolate. Good flavors, more on the softer side. Ice cream cakes & shakes available.

Came here a bit after 8 and they were closed. They still had the open signs lighted and a big…read morewelcome balloon sign out front. They seem to not stick to even their posted hours which is forgivable as things happen. But they keep their "open" signs lit up as if they are open. They also keep their signs outside as if ... again open... later I looked at reviews and found this is common for them. If I were the owner I'd be worried. Big waste of time.

Oreo Ice-cream Cakes

Milky Boba

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Smoothie

Scratch Bakery Cafe

I have been eyeing these big puffy English muffins for the longest time. I was making a trip back…read morefrom Carlsbad and decides to pick some up on the way home. Scratch Bakery Cafe is located in a big plaza with Trader Joe. There are many people outside sitting and eating. You order up front and pay before getting a table. Right when you walk in, there are tons of bags filled with English Muffins, however, they are called Manna buns for trademark reasons. The Manna buns come in plain, sesame, and everything seasonings. I ended up going with plain. The bun is super yummy. I made eggs and avocado sandwich with the bun and couldn't wait to eat them every day. They are pretty big, so I only eat half. They also sell bakery items. I got an oatmeal chocolate chip cookies that was delicious and a Banana's Foster Knock Knock. I absolutely love this and so happy the lady suggested it. It was like an upgraded ding dong but like a banana nut cake and chocolate. Overall, if you're looking for English muffins or some sweet this is definitely your place to try.

Best baked goods this side of the Toro Exit. Free parking, close to REI, Trader Joe's, and the…read morecoffee smells fresh enough that I think they roast it. Coffee's good... whatever it is. Service? Not so much. Pretty sure I walked in between shifts because they straight-up forgot my order. Inside layout is confusing, like a café designed by someone who's only heard rumors about chairs. Outside seating is great though -- very SoCal. Fresh cannolis? Drum roll... absolutely not- at least not during this visit. If they had them, this would be a 5‑star review. I'm writing a letter to my ma about this injustice. I can't wait to come back and try more goodies.

Cinnamon Rolls

Apple Tart

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Bacon Egg and Cheese on our Homemade English Muffins

Chaupain Bakery

4.7(1.9k reviews)

5.8 mi

Bread itself taste good but cashier or owner stays in store has bad attitude…read more Again, bread was one of the best in town

Picked up a pistachio croissant and took it to go and it was absolutely delicious. The outer layer…read morehad a very nice crisp to it, the pistachios complement very well, and overall this was absolutely satisfying to eat. It had the perfect level of crunch and flakiness to it while maintaining a consistent pistachio filling. Best part is that the pistachio wasn't overwhelming and did not overtake the whole croissant. The workers were nice and friendly and the experience overall was great! Will be coming back when I'm in the area.