Parking is a little hard because it's in a small plaza. The ambience inside is really cool! It's dark, but still well-lit. Seating is limited. Servers are welcoming. 10/10 Incredible Ape Matcha ($6.78): So good. Probably one of the best banana matcha drinks I have had. They don't use artificial banana and the matcha isn't watered down at all. I would probably visit this place often if I lived closer. read more

Ape Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Orange, California

The matcha here is really good. They make the best in house banana cold foam around. Definitely recommend this place for good quality coffee. Great customer service as well. read more

Ape Coffee - Banana latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Orange, California

First timer ! Would definitely recommend ! I'm a huge critique when it comes to matcha and this one hit all the right spots ! Service 10/10 ! Ambiance was very chill . read more

Ape Coffee - Mango matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Orange, California

Ape Coffee serves finely crafted matcha latte with cloud-like banana foam in OC. I'm usually not in this area often, but a friend recommended this place so we had to stop by. I had their Midnight Ape (5/5) and Monkey Business (4/5). The Midnight Ape was my favorite because you rarely see a blueberry matcha drink and it was a hit! Bold blueberry notes with even bits of the fruit skin, it was a drink to remember. Monkey Business was delicious too, just didn't read the menu and expected more banana aside from the foam. Overall, loved this place and their matcha lattes. Would definitely return again in the future! read more

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Small coffee shop in Orange. Parking lot is small but there's plenty of street parking close by. I ordered the incredible ape matcha, tried the matcha banana cream bread along with the matcha pistachio croissant. A lot of people come in to work or study so tables are not readily available. They also sell apparel. The coffee shop is dim lit and has one outdoor table. Even if you order to go, there aren't plates offered to eat any of the pastries or sandwiches. We ended up using napkins and sat by the bar. Outside of that, everything tasted good. Would come back to try other matcha drinks. read more

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This place seems to have a lot of hype but the drinks are overpriced in my opinion. We got the monkey business and the island ape for $8 each. They were ok, but not outstanding in my opinion. I would rather choose Da Vien or 7 Leaves over Ape Coffee. Also, venue was dark and had party music. Not really a morning coffee shop vibe. read more

Reallllly good brew here. No funky flavor coffee notes, but very smooth with a nice deep toasty taste. Honestly you'd already be golden from getting just a standard iced latte here! I did try also a couple of the signature craft drinks. Monkey business had a fun distinct banana flavor addition to the drink (banana bread vibes). A bit disappointed in the incredible ape matcha as despite the rich green color I barely tasted the matcha and there was some grittiness to the drink. A mixture of sleekness and grunginess in terms of the interior (I dig it). Super chill cashier dude. Friendly barista lady at the pick-up counter. I visited on a Sunday at around 11 am. Several people in line at the time and most of the seating occupied. A few parking spots in the teeny tiny plaza were still available. read more

Ape Coffee - Incredible "ap3" [sic] (not sure why Yelp censorship) matcha, iced latte, monkey business - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Orange, California

Absolutely loved the drinks at Ape Coffee. The mango matcha was super refreshing with the perfect balance of sweet mango and smooth matcha flavor. The tiramisu latte was just as good, rich and creamy with a great coffee kick and the perfect hint of tiramisu. Everything tasted high quality and the presentation was beautiful too. Great atmosphere and definitely a spot I'll keep coming back to. Easy 5 stars. read more

Ape Coffee - Drinks - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Orange, California

Good banana cream coffee. Good vibes inside, dark inside, good music, cool merch, has a coffee bar. WiFi and parking available. Coffee came out quickly read more

Honestly the only thing that I have liked from here is the mango matcha cloud, other than that there's not much I've tried I have liked.

I LOVE Ape coffee. During school I would always come study here. Although there isn't a lot of study space it's my favorite. The banana latte is FIREEE. It's called Monkey buisness btw. They have some seasonals right now and my top is the biscoff latte. It's so amazing. The pastries are good too!! The ube croissant is filled and delicious. The service is ALWAYS great. They're so nice and funny. read more

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I added Ape Coffee to my list for awhile, but finally got to try it. Came to visit on a Sunday morning and it was a bit crowded. The vibe at this coffee shop is quite interesting and aesthetic. It gives a hidden, very local styled pub in a small town. Feels like everyone knows everyone here which is really cool. We got ourselves a matcha latte and midnight ape (blueberry matcha craem top) along with some pastry items. Our drinks tasted pretty good, though the blueberry matcha was a little bit too sweet to my liking. They got some interesting pastry items such as strawberry sea salt white choco and matcha pistachio croissants. They were really tasty, even better if warmed, I believe. However, the oreo matcha cookie was dry and chalky, almost unedible. Overall, I really like this coffee place. I have yet to try coffee and other food items, so there will definitely be next time. Highly recommended! read more

Ape Coffee - Midnight Ape (Blueberry Matcha Cream Top) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Orange, California

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The staff is genuinely really nice and makes a wonderful effort to connect with customers while taking orders--it feels very welcoming. The space itself is beautifully decorated and provides a quiet, relaxing atmosphere that's ideal for studying or focusing on work. Their coffee selections are great, and while I haven't tried any of the pastries yet, the drinks alone keep me coming back. Highly recommended for a peaceful co-working experience! read more

Stopped in this morning for a quick cup of coffee. Ordered an Ethiopian Pour Over. OMG it was awesome. This place might have become my favorite coffee place. Such great flavor. Will be back!!! read more

The orders can take a little while to come out compared to other coffee shops, but it's well worth the wait! They really take their time crafting their drinks. Got the Matcha Banana and the Snow Monkey Coffee and both were just so good! The banana matcha was so flavorful, great banana taste and the coffee in the Snow Monkey was so smooth! Seeing negative reviews here just makes me think they had an off day when serving those individuals or they didn't order the right thing... because it was just so darn good I can't believe this place should get anything less than 5 stars! read more

Ape Coffee - Matcha Banana and Snow Monkey both were super good! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Orange, California

Had a really great experience here. I ordered the mango matcha and a tuna sandwich, and my sister got the Monkey Business. Everything was absolutely amazing. I had skipped breakfast, so I was really happy to see they offered more filling food options, and the tuna sandwich did not disappoint. It was just perfect! It's nice to find a spot that goes beyond just small pastries. The mango matcha had a strong mango flavor and was soooo good! The staff was friendly and welcoming, and the ambiance made it a really enjoyable place to sit and relax. It is a bit on the pricier side, but with how good everything was, I didn't mind it. I'd definitely come back. read more

I love Ape coffee. It's a must visit whenever I'm in the area. They have banana flavored signature coffee drinks. The inside has a very dark interior. They put tiny but the place is actually open. My go to is monkey business. The staff is nice and helpful. The inside is clean. There can be some competition for parking. I will be back!! read more

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A.P.E Coffee -- I originally thought is was monkey business! :)). But, APE stands for Appreciate People Everywhere (A.P.E). I like this concept of business practice already! If you're a coffee lover, you have to check out Ape Coffee in Orange, CA! The only downer the cafe it's in a small plaza old plaza with VERY LIMITED parking that reminds me of college circling around like vultures looking for anyone walking to their cars. Once you're lucky to get a premium spot, you can see a line forming around the entrance. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with a buzzing music and just chattering among the patrons (not a place for studying). The decor is quirky yet cozy, with an industrial feel that's perfect for hanging out or just sipping your favorite brew. The pastries look incredibly delicious, with some unique flavors, but I'm watching my sugar. The coffee? Absolutely top-notch. Whether you're a fan of classic coffee, matcha latte or Banana Business Latte, Ape Coffee has something for everyone. Again, the parking can be a little tricky during busy times, so will be hesitant to come back for another visit. The good news Ape Coffee just opened (or coming soon) opening a second location in Placentia so looking forward to a less hectic parking situation. read more

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Stopped by on a Sunday before work and noticed the line was outside the coffee shop. I figured I would have time and that the line would go by quick but in all honesty, it did take some time but the baristas were on top of it. It was the morning, so I get it, people need their energy with a good cup of coffee. The shop is pretty cute and has apes throughout the shop. There is a cool ape graphic on the wall that you can take a pic with and some plushies throughout the baristas maker space. I ordered the Cloud Ape which is a cold brew with sweet cold foam topped with cacao powder. The drink had a good taste but wasn't too strong for me. Pastries looked really good but since I was on a time crunch did not want to take more time with my order. Overall, cool spot but be advised that you may need to wait because this place is pretty popular. It is away from the Orange circle so parking won't be too crazy. I will be back soon to order some other stuff that caught my eye. read more

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Really surprised about how much I liked this place! My boyfriend and I were in the area and found this place on yelp. I hadn't heard of it before but it was close to our destination. We visited on a saturday morning and it wasn't too busy, there's lots of street parking. There was no line when we went but most of the tables were taken. The restaurant itself is dark and well decorated, clean! We ordered their seasonal matcha drinks, a strawberry match and blueberry matcha. We also ordered banana bread without chocolate but I think the employee misheard us because she gave us a loaf with chocolate lol. It was still good though! The drinks came out quickly. The color of matcha was nice, and it was a very strong drink actually. My boyfriend and I agreed the strawberry matcha just tasted like strawberry milk but that's not a bad thing! I'd visit again if I'm in the area. read more

Ape Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Orange, California

Service was bad, I did not like the customer service I received today. When I got my food I was even more disappointed which the only consistent thing was their gorilla toast, for a $14 avo toast this is what I got. The smallest piece of the loaf, seems like a literal joke. read more

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Another solid coffee shop in Orange County. It's on the small side so it's more of a grab and go but they do have a few tables. I like their sandwiches as well, especially the egg salad. read more

Ape Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Orange, California

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Went there yesterday with a coworker. She ordered the Incredible Ape Matcha and I ordered their Snow Monkey. We stopped in at a busy time, but had we arrived minutes later we probably would've been waiting out the door. I believe there were only 2 workers making drinks at the time. For this reason, their customer service took a bit of a hit, but 100% understandable. I enjoyed my Snow Monkey and my coworker enjoyed her Incredible Ape Matcha. read more

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Drinks are good! The banana coffee drink is 10/10, the matcha latte was like a 3/10. Small food is also sold here, like premade sandwiches and pastries!! They looked pretty good! Service was quick! Staff doesn't really build a connection with you. I wish it was more home feeling. Ambiance is cool! The theme is fun! Everything is silver and black to represent the silverback ape they have as mascot lol read more

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highly recommend the banana cream matcha! as its name suggests, ape coffee specializes in banana flavored drinks. I am NOT a fan of banana flavored things at all - but this place does it right. the banana cream is natural and not too sweet - none of that artificial flavoring taste. the baristas are always so friendly and sweet! they also offer a huge variety of pastries. bf and I tried the pistachio matcha croissant but have to give it a 2/5. the croissant tasted pretty stale and the outside matcha/pistachio coating was just too sugary for our liking. we plan on giving their savory pastries a try on our next visit! read more

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Love love LOVE this spot! Ape Coffee is one of those places that just gets it right, the coffee hits every time, the space looks straight out of a vibe board, and the energy is always chill but lively. Their brews? Smooth, bold, and made with care. You can taste the quality in every sip, whether it's a classic latte, something iced, or one of their seasonal drinks (they always get creative with those). It's got that modern, hip aesthetic -perfect for posting up with friends or just taking a breather mid-day. Baristas are super friendly too, which makes it even better. If you're in Orange and haven't been to Ape Coffee yet, trust me -go check it out. Good vibes, great coffee, and a space you'll actually want to hang out in. read more

Ape Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Orange, California

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Skipped this spot the first time because I was on my way to work and the line was too long. Second time went there as only 3 people ahead of me however I still waited 10 min for 2 drinks. Everyone one else that's been here has told me the same about the wait time. So make sure you have extra time if you wanna stop by. Tried the tiramisu latte and the monkey business .. both good.. monkey business was my fave. service was pleasant but that's about it..and place was full .. read more

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Great Lattes cold or hot! Delicious pastries, good vibes love the ambience , clean establishment quick service too! read more

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I hate to do this because I adore Ape coffee, but I need to share this. I'm a barista and I brought my glass 16oz cup like I normally do and ordered a Snow Monkey. Every time other than this, it has been filled to the top. This time the barista filled it up 3/4 full. When I told her it's the same size as the plastic ones they use, she had no resolution. After trying to explain a couple times that it's the same and it's never been filled this empty before, she said that it's the "standard size" but that's not possible if both cups are the same size. After her still not doing anything I left and tried my drink. My drink was very strong due to not having enough milk, it tasted like a 12oz. I drink Ape coffee as well as 16oz lattes all the time because I'm a barista and KNEW that this was not right. I'm hoping this review will get validation so that I want to come back to this location and make sure my drinks are always full like usual. Update: To prove this, I was able to add 4oz of milk to my cup without it overfilling! This was a simple solution I wish the barista could've made :/ read more

Ape Coffee - My 16oz glass cup next to their standard 16oz plastic cup - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Orange, California

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Such a great coffee spot. Love all of the different seasonal flavors like the strawberry cheesecake latte and a crowd favorite monkey business. Service was quick and prompt. read more

Ape Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Orange, California

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I keep coming back for the cute aesthetics and I keep wanting to be wowed. Second time back after my new year hike! This time I tried the Matcha Latte hot and it was good but nothing wow. Maybe I needed to keep it as whole milk to make it better. Tried their matcha monkey business last time and cold brew and it didn't wow me either. Tasty but nothing too crazy. Love the darkness inside. Cute little spot that's takes you away from the outside. Maybe third time is a charm. read more

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I've had this place on my list for a while and I got the banana matcha which was so so good. It can be a little pricey but I think that's about the same pricing almost anywhere nowadays. The service was great and everyone was so friendly. It seems like a handful of people actually work or study from there so it's quiet indoors but a great location. read more

Ape Coffee - Banana Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Orange, California

I was heading up to Anaheim Hills for a class and Ape coffee was too conveniently on my way to not make a stop in for some coffee. Glad I did as they had a special bogo50% which helped me out tremendously as I wanted to try their Ape Matcha - matcha and banana cream foam, and the tiramisu latte - espresso and mascarpone cream foam. I asked for no sweetener in both so I can also enjoy the monkey bread. Let me say, the drinks were delicious. Very lightly flavored which makes them a treat and not overbearing. The matcha had a deep color and balanced matcha and creaminess and the banana cream foam was a layer that I didn't think would work, but it does. The tiramisu latte is one I can drink every day. It is creamy without being overly disruptive to the espresso. The monkey bread was just ok for me as it didn't taste fresh. Service was great. I found parking easily. Indoor seating. Store had an industrial feel. small merch section in the back. The Bitcoin decal in the back instantly made me understand the name and the tie in to this shop. Please come visit and create your own experience. read more

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I love Ape Coffee! I feel like they never disappoint. Whenever I go I always get a Matcha Latte with Sweet Cream Cold Foam or a Tiramisu Latte because they're both good! I will say it is a small cafe so there isn't a lot of seating, but I usually see people studying/working here when I visit. The parking lot is also kind of small due to the plaza size so you may or may not have to park on the street depending on the time you go. read more

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The staff here is amazing, the drinks are amazing, and the vibe is definitely vibing. The monkey business latte is SO FREAKING GOOD! It's a sweetened latte with banana cream cold foam and trust me, it sounds weird, but you will LOVE it. They make their own banana milk, so it doesn't have that artificial taste. I came back and tried the matcha monkey business, which is the same as above in matcha form, and it was also really good, but I definitely like the latte better! I will be stopping by every time I'm near this place! Highly recommend trying them out! read more

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I wish I could relate more to the other reviews about this place being welcoming, my fiancée and I were a little let down by the customer service, the cashier that took our order was very dry, looked irritated, and didn't say anything to us when we let him know it was our first time there. Nonetheless, it is a nice and modern little coffee shop, the music is good and it's an overall good atmosphere. Our drinks are the positive side of this review, we absolutely loved the banana matcha and the tiramisu latte. The banana in the matcha isn't overly sweet and perfectly creamy, it tasted very smooth and we really enjoyed it. read more

Ape Coffee - Tiramisu Latte and Banana Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Orange, California

Small parking lot. Be aware that some spots are marked for neighboring businesses, so parking can be quite difficult on busy days. There is street parking also but be mindful that it is in front of people's homes. The interior gives off a cool vibe with dark tones, moderate to dim lighting. Nice place to hang out with friends to chat or play board games. I came a couple times before and the noise level was light enough to study or work. However, a Saturday morning might not be the best time to study/work since they crank up the music quite loud. The staff here are very nice, which has been consistent the 3 times I've visited! The cashier was even helpful when I asked what she suggested on which sauce to add on my avocado toast and it wasn't a disappointment at all! I ordered the avocado toast with egg and spicy aioli. If you're used to spice, it wasn't spicy at all but a great additive to the dish. So far, I've only tried their seasonal drinks which have been great! In the fall, I tried their pumpkin matcha which was such a delight! Good amount of matcha flavor with a hint of pumpkin flavor and a nice cold foam on top. In the winter, I've tried their campfire latte with oat milk which had a nice hint of a roasted flavor and creaminess. Their pasties are also very good, although I've only had their croissants and matcha cookie. I would definitely come back to try other things. Hopefully on a day where their music isn't too loud so I can enjoy their drinks and read a book. read more

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Ape coffee was INCREDIBLE. I'm a huge fan of bananas and it was perfect. The espresso tasted delicious and wasn't watered down and the banana tasted fresh and not artificial. It wasn't too sweet, it was perfectly balanced. Mine was the brûlée coffee so they had flambed the top like crème brûlée and topped it off with a banana. Soooo good. Parking: I got 1 of the last 3 spots. Reference: I went on a Monday at 12pm. This coffee shop was like a co-working space, and the lot was a bit smaller. I'm sure there's street parking, but I didn't get to check. I ordered a pecan monkey bread + matcha cream banana bread (they were mid). I'm giving 4/5 only because it wasn't super busy, but maybe it was? It took a little over 10 minutes to get the coffees and breads weren't toasted (by my request) so for some reason i thought it'd be quicker. The barista was super kind, but otherwise the service was ok. read more

Ape Coffee - Brûlée latte + Monkey Business - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Orange, California

Someone recommend that they have good banana coffee so we give it a try. It was delicious. 4/5 The tiramisu coffee was just average for me. Not strong enough coffee and more sugary sweet 3/5. I was hoping to get the matcha version but they are no longer doing that. Price is high in my opinion compare to other coffee place. Parking is a little tight due to a small plaza. Overall, I would come back just for the banana coffee. read more

Ape Coffee - Tiramisu coffee and banana coffee. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Orange, California

Always love this place, the energy inside is mostly good. their seasonal drinks are my favorite. they always let me bring in my tiny dog and give her a pup cup sometimes! So that automatically makes me love this place! parking can be difficult and there's not many spots to study read more