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This was an amazing place. I ordered got lavender matcha latte with almond milk. The cafe was clean and modern, it just seemed a little dark inside, i even thought it was close. The staff was very friendly. And I was pleasantly surprised they are using authentic matcha process in preparing my order. I attended a matcha class in Osaka and they were doing the whisking appropriately. I have not seen this technique being used in other cafes. So appreciate their authentic approach to matcha. Highly recommend.
Cute coffee place with n the heart of Santa Ana. Walked by and they got me at matcha. Clean and spacious with window and inside seating area. Super nice and friendly staff and menu is easy and plenty of choices. Drink is very nice and just perfect for the hot weather. Parking is street parking or parking garages nearby.
Service was spectacular! The barista that took my order was so sweet and friendly. Very helpful with drink details, too. This cafe has been saved on my list and I've been wanting to try for a while! Got their guava matcha, berry blast matcha, and tropica-matcha. Half sweet and less ice (will be adding more ice at destination, which she suggested!) I got street parking pretty easily, end of the day on a weekday. Lots of seating inside and the music was chill!
besa is a matcha and coffee shop that also doubles as a healthcare clinic, which is executed really well as you can get a drink while you wait for a visit if needed, otherwise you can stop by and go, study, or just chill here. It's located in downtown Santa Ana which gives a lot of options of things to do around the area if you're not just there for a healthcare visit. There's plenty of seating, which is super accommodating, and the people are all so nice! The decor and aesthetic that it has built is also really relaxing and cozy, which really elevates the overall experience being here! Drink wise, their menu is pretty diverse on the matcha side, which I'm more inclined to go for. Their most popular choice is the strawberry matcha, but I went for the tropica-matcha, which uses mango cold foam, and island matcha, which uses a coconut water base and matcha cold foam. The tropica-matcha was so good, and one of my favorite mango matcha iterations I've had around OC! Very glad I went with this as my first drink here before branching out as I've had so many normal matchas and strawberry matchas that I wanna branch out and try new ones. I highly recommend it! The island matcha was more refreshing from the coconut water base, and I'd also recommend it if you're a fan of coconut water matcha combinations. The drinks are a bit pricey, but honestly for what you get and also being a healthcare clinic, I think it's well worth the price!
Vibes are immaculate! This place just opened a month ago and it offers so much. The inside of the coffee shop serves a dual purpose as a waiting room for their health clinic. They offer primary and mental health care services & yummy drinks and pastries. Upon walking in, Matthew welcomed me and was so nice! He had great chat and was very informative. The decor is clean, open, and modern, offering excellent song choices They have plenty of tables, natural light, and clean restroom. As for the drinks, they offer a variety of matcha and coffee. I got the Matcha Matcha which had a yummy matcha cold foam and a cute "besa" detail on top. It is on the sweater side so if you like less sweet, they have plenty of other options. I will be back to try their coffee and sit to do work here.
Love the idea of a clinic and coffee shop, I will say I'm not quite sure how that works so that will take some research. I ordered a plain matcha and that unfortunately did not hit the mark. The matcha itself seemed oxidized and had a dull taste to it, not at all the brightness you look for in a good cup. Even from the photo of my drink you can see it has a very muted color that doesn't quite match a usual cup of Matcha. They are still new so there is some grace to be had due to that fact. I would go back to test out their coffee and will be able to make a better recommendation then
Looking for a new cafe to do some studying or some work while you're on the go? Ever wanted to get your mental health checked out? Well, you can kill two birds with one stone at Besa. How to Get here? I work in the area so walking was a breeze. It can't speak on parking aside of the street metered parking and structures in the area. Upon entering I was greeted by Matt, friendly and welcoming. Immediately asked if it was my first time. We chatted a bit about the recent history and renovations of DTSA as well as the interesting fact that Besa is not only a coffee shop, but it's also a clinic servicing general and mental health. Now that's different! We also discussed the popular and the favs on the menu. Spanish Latte is apparently one of their strengths so I gave it a shot. What I Ordered? - Spanish Latte (Iced 16oz) $7.50 It's a decent drink. Simple, no sweetness, aside of the condensed milk and cinnamon, you're tasting the espresso which Matt tells me is a local roaster. Would I rank this Spanish Latte in my top 5 or even 10, maybe not. For context MADE (Fullerton) or The Classic Cafe (Fullerton) offer strong top 5 contenders in my book. ***Coming in at over $8 after tax is applied, you just might feel like getting your head checked. While he worked on my drink I walked the space, snapped up some pics and caught a head nod or to to the mellow 90's r&b that was playing subtly through the space. Before I knew it, the latte was ready. Overall, Besa is a nice lil cafe / clinic. Solid stars for friendly service. Very clean and good lighting. You've got a decent amount seating and tables for study or work. Still some room for improvements on the menu / pricing. It's new, so working out the kinks is expected. Definitely worth giving em a try.
The staff were inviting and informative on their drinks. Order a lavender latte and strawberry matcha. Both taste good. Thank you!
Great ambiance a lot of seating, staff is friendly and patient. Pastries available croissants and cookies. Matcha's were great highly recommend trying out.
I came here the other day for the first time and it was such a cute little vibe! I ordered the strawberry matcha and the very berry latte. The matcha was good just definitely on the much sweeter end, not bad! The service was nice and helpful! The Very Berry Latte was good too! Will definitely be back to try more
Beautiful location, great service but the matcha tasted watery and more like strawberry milk than anything.
Besa Coffee is located in heart of downtown Santa Ana - such a cute spot to study, work, or just grab a drink to go! Definitely would recommend to check out! Good vibes and tunes for sure. Will definitely be back! I ordered a Berry Blast Matcha and rate it a 9/10! Very refreshing
New coffee health shop located in DTSA. Parking was extremely difficult to find especially on the weekend. The inside was super modern and looks like a great place to study. Staff was super friendly as well and said hi to my doggo. There was also a water bowl for dogs outside their shop. I gave it a 4/5 stars because the coffee was super pricey and i thought it was pretty standard. i believe it was 8.50 for the besa butter latte. BUT that's the only reason for docking, otherwise a great coffee shop!!
Reviews are largely positive. People highlight the friendly, helpful staff, inviting atmosphere, and the unique coffee+clinic concept. Drinks, especially creative specialty options, are well-liked.
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2 months ago
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Matthew E.
Thanks, Justin! We’re glad Sarah helped you find some favorites. Hope…
The barista was super friendly and nice and did a good job with conversing! Most of the drinks were good, the only one that was a little bland and tasted just like milk was the matcha with vanilla cold foam. Prices vary from $8-$10. The actual cafe is well decorated and cozy, parking might be a little limited but there's a bunch of street parking nearby. read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks for trying four drinks at once and giving us such thoughtful…
3 months ago
My friend and I were in Santa Ana, looking for a local matcha place, and were excited when we discovered Besa! We went during the afternoon on a weekday when the shop had a few customers every few minutes. The service was very considerate and attentive. We were fortunate enough to find parking right in front of the shop, but this might not always be the case during a busy morning, so plan accordingly! The interior is incredibly nice, modern, and clean, with a decent variety of seating. This is an ideal place to study and work. My friend and I tried the Spanish and Besa Butter Latte. These drinks were made quickly and perfectly. Both drinks were memorable and tasty. read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks, Emiliano! We’re glad you and your friend enjoyed the Spanish…
This was an amazing place. I ordered got lavender matcha latte with almond milk. The cafe was clean and modern, it just seemed a little dark inside, i even thought it was close. The staff was very friendly. And I was pleasantly surprised they are using authentic matcha process in preparing my order. I attended a matcha class in Osaka and they were doing the whisking appropriately. I have not seen this technique being used in other cafes. So appreciate their authentic approach to matcha. Highly recommend. read more
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Matthew E.
Lenny, hearing that the whisking holds up to what you learned in…
22 days ago
Cute coffee place with n the heart of Santa Ana. Walked by and they got me at matcha. Clean and spacious with window and inside seating area. Super nice and friendly staff and menu is easy and plenty of choices. Drink is very nice and just perfect for the hot weather. Parking is street parking or parking garages nearby. read more
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Matthew E.
The matcha got you in the door, love it. A cold drink and a window…
Service was spectacular! The barista that took my order was so sweet and friendly. Very helpful with drink details, too. This cafe has been saved on my list and I've been wanting to try for a while! Got their guava matcha, berry blast matcha, and tropica-matcha. Half sweet and less ice (will be adding more ice at destination, which she suggested!) I got street parking pretty easily, end of the day on a weekday. Lots of seating inside and the music was chill! read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks, Mei! We’re glad the team made your long-awaited visit worth…
besa is a matcha and coffee shop that also doubles as a healthcare clinic, which is executed really well as you can get a drink while you wait for a visit if needed, otherwise you can stop by and go, study, or just chill here. It's located in downtown Santa Ana which gives a lot of options of things to do around the area if you're not just there for a healthcare visit. There's plenty of seating, which is super accommodating, and the people are all so nice! The decor and aesthetic that it has built is also really relaxing and cozy, which really elevates the overall experience being here! Drink wise, their menu is pretty diverse on the matcha side, which I'm more inclined to go for. Their most popular choice is the strawberry matcha, but I went for the tropica-matcha, which uses mango cold foam, and island matcha, which uses a coconut water base and matcha cold foam. The tropica-matcha was so good, and one of my favorite mango matcha iterations I've had around OC! Very glad I went with this as my first drink here before branching out as I've had so many normal matchas and strawberry matchas that I wanna branch out and try new ones. I highly recommend it! The island matcha was more refreshing from the coconut water base, and I'd also recommend it if you're a fan of coconut water matcha combinations. The drinks are a bit pricey, but honestly for what you get and also being a healthcare clinic, I think it's well worth the price! read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks, Ky-Anh! We’re glad you enjoyed the Island Matcha and our…
6 months ago
Vibes are immaculate! This place just opened a month ago and it offers so much. The inside of the coffee shop serves a dual purpose as a waiting room for their health clinic. They offer primary and mental health care services & yummy drinks and pastries. Upon walking in, Matthew welcomed me and was so nice! He had great chat and was very informative. The decor is clean, open, and modern, offering excellent song choices They have plenty of tables, natural light, and clean restroom. As for the drinks, they offer a variety of matcha and coffee. I got the Matcha Matcha which had a yummy matcha cold foam and a cute "besa" detail on top. It is on the sweater side so if you like less sweet, they have plenty of other options. I will be back to try their coffee and sit to do work here. read more
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Matthew E.
Thank you for such a detailed review, Charline. So glad you love the…
7 months ago
Love the idea of a clinic and coffee shop, I will say I'm not quite sure how that works so that will take some research. I ordered a plain matcha and that unfortunately did not hit the mark. The matcha itself seemed oxidized and had a dull taste to it, not at all the brightness you look for in a good cup. Even from the photo of my drink you can see it has a very muted color that doesn't quite match a usual cup of Matcha. They are still new so there is some grace to be had due to that fact. I would go back to test out their coffee and will be able to make a better recommendation then read more
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Matthew E.
Thank you for the grace and the detailed feedback, Samantha. A dull…
Looking for a new cafe to do some studying or some work while you're on the go? Ever wanted to get your mental health checked out? Well, you can kill two birds with one stone at Besa. How to Get here? I work in the area so walking was a breeze. It can't speak on parking aside of the street metered parking and structures in the area. Upon entering I was greeted by Matt, friendly and welcoming. Immediately asked if it was my first time. We chatted a bit about the recent history and renovations of DTSA as well as the interesting fact that Besa is not only a coffee shop, but it's also a clinic servicing general and mental health. Now that's different! We also discussed the popular and the favs on the menu. Spanish Latte is apparently one of their strengths so I gave it a shot. What I Ordered? - Spanish Latte (Iced 16oz) $7.50 It's a decent drink. Simple, no sweetness, aside of the condensed milk and cinnamon, you're tasting the espresso which Matt tells me is a local roaster. Would I rank this Spanish Latte in my top 5 or even 10, maybe not. For context MADE (Fullerton) or The Classic Cafe (Fullerton) offer strong top 5 contenders in my book. ***Coming in at over $8 after tax is applied, you just might feel like getting your head checked. While he worked on my drink I walked the space, snapped up some pics and caught a head nod or to to the mellow 90's r&b that was playing subtly through the space. Before I knew it, the latte was ready. Overall, Besa is a nice lil cafe / clinic. Solid stars for friendly service. Very clean and good lighting. You've got a decent amount seating and tables for study or work. Still some room for improvements on the menu / pricing. It's new, so working out the kinks is expected. Definitely worth giving em a try. read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks for such a thorough review, Mike, and for the shoutout to the…
4 months ago
The staff were inviting and informative on their drinks. Order a lavender latte and strawberry matcha. Both taste good. Thank you! read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks, Jason! We’re glad the lavender latte, strawberry matcha made…
5 months ago
Great ambiance a lot of seating, staff is friendly and patient. Pastries available croissants and cookies. Matcha's were great highly recommend trying out. read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks, Jehiely! We’re glad you enjoyed the oat milk mango matcha.
I came here the other day for the first time and it was such a cute little vibe! I ordered the strawberry matcha and the very berry latte. The matcha was good just definitely on the much sweeter end, not bad! The service was nice and helpful! The Very Berry Latte was good too! Will definitely be back to try more read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks, Sara! We’re glad you enjoyed the Very Berry Latte and helpful…
6 months ago
Beautiful location, great service but the matcha tasted watery and more like strawberry milk than anything. read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks for being honest about the strawberry matcha. Watery and more…
6 months ago
Besa Coffee is located in heart of downtown Santa Ana - such a cute spot to study, work, or just grab a drink to go! Definitely would recommend to check out! Good vibes and tunes for sure. Will definitely be back! I ordered a Berry Blast Matcha and rate it a 9/10! Very refreshing read more
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Matthew E.
A 9/10 on the Berry Blast, we'll take that. Study spot, work spot or…
New coffee health shop located in DTSA. Parking was extremely difficult to find especially on the weekend. The inside was super modern and looks like a great place to study. Staff was super friendly as well and said hi to my doggo. There was also a water bowl for dogs outside their shop. I gave it a 4/5 stars because the coffee was super pricey and i thought it was pretty standard. i believe it was 8.50 for the besa butter latte. BUT that's the only reason for docking, otherwise a great coffee shop!! read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks for the honest note on price and parking, Kyra. Glad your pup…
found this place through tiktok and decided to give it a try! i was pretty underwhelmed. i don't know how to describe, but it tasted clean and watered down. the strawberry matcha just tasted like strawberry milk. interesting concept too as it had a doctors office in the back? i will say the upside is the staff are extremely sweet and helped us decide what to order. read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks for the honest feedback, Kayla. We’re glad the team was…
2 months ago
Amazing drinks I can't wait to come back. Sara was amazing and recommended the blueberry bloom matcha which was the best drink ever read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks, Kimberlita! We’re glad Sarah’s blueberry bloom matcha…
6 months ago
Ordered the BESA BUTTER LATTE. 2 shots espresso, oat milk, cookie butter cold foam, & cinnamon. Solid 8/10 Would come back again! read more
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Matthew E.
You nailed the build, Juan. Thanks for the honest 8/10.
3 months ago
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Matthew E.
Thanks, Ash! We’re glad the team’s recommendations hit the spot. Hope…
1 month ago
Had the Lovely Lavender iced latte! Soo delicious. Perfect balance of matcha and lavender. And the addition of real lavender on top just took it to the next level! My new favorite! read more
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Matthew E.
The real lavender on top is a small touch, so we love that you…
4 months ago
Such a cute place! I went there about a month ago and we got the coconut matcha, strawberry matcha, and a coffeee flavor (I forgot) and they all were rich in flavor. It was my first time trying coconut matcha and I get the hype about why people like it. We were helped out quickly by the staff and she recommended me some drinks. I saw some people studying so I think it's a popular study spot as well!! read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks, Ap! We’re glad the coconut and strawberry matcha hit the spot…
2 months ago
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Matthew E.
Thanks for the honest feedback, Andrea. We hear you on the price and…
2 months ago
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Matthew E.
Thanks, Jesus! We’re glad Sarah and the amazing drinks made a great…
5 months ago
This coffee shop has nice decor, and a great place to grab a coffee and relax. I was able to modify the sweetness of my drink which is great. Customer service was great and the drink I ordered was delicious. Dab was the person who made my coffee and she was so helpful, inviting and accommodating. read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks, Javier! We’re glad Dab and the Besa Butter Latte made your…
7 months ago
Service was nice and friendly and the place was clean and a good amount of seating. I only got the matcha drink and the matcha was not good quality. I can't even finish the drink because it doesn't taste well, and for being $9 is crazy. Hopefully their coffee is good. read more
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Matthew E.
We're sorry the Matcha Matcha wasn't something you could finish,…
5 months ago
Cute coffee shop and clinic located in downtown Santa Ana! I stopped by to grab a matcha while exploring the area and learned that they are also a clinic offering primary care, urgent care, and specialty services. Super cool concept and loved learning about their mission statement and goals. Their matcha was also so cute and really good, I'll definitely be back read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks, Emily! We’re glad you enjoyed the strawberry matcha and our…
2 months ago
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Matthew E.
Thanks, Mona! We’re glad your family enjoyed the matcha and Emily’s…
6 months ago
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Matthew E.
Thanks, Claudia! We’re glad you enjoyed our Santa Ana coffee shop and…
6 months ago
I ordered the cookie butter latte, even though it was one of most expensive items on the menu. I thought it had to be delicious. I feel like the price point was very high for the latte and although the service was nice and the baristas were sweet I feel like the price point for a coffee is just a bit too high, 9.57 with taxes. They had some nice music vibes going on. I went midday during the week and it wasn't too busy at all. With so many other options I just don't think I'll return at the price point unfortunately. read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks for the honest feedback, Amanda. We hear you on the cookie…
2 months ago
ambiance is nice, service is amazing and good drinks! would definitely come back here if i'm in the area again read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks, Katie! Glad you enjoyed the banana matcha, service, and…
5 months ago
The service was really good, Matthew was so nice and gave great recommendations! Drink wasn't too sweet or overpowering. Reminded me of a strawberry milk shake. Would come again! read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks, Nuñez! We’re glad you enjoyed the strawberry matcha and…
6 months ago
Lovely cafe, friendly service, and great strawberry matcha! Almond croissant was delicious as well. Will be back! read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks, Stella! We’re glad the strawberry matcha and almond croissant…
4 months ago
I've been wanting to try this place since seeing it all over social media! The interior is super cute and spacious and the staff here are all so sweet and helpful. I really appreciate their advice and their recommendations. We got both of our drinks as is and the sweetness was perfect! I'm Asian so if something is "not too sweet" it's the best compliment one could give. Flavorful, yummy and refreshing, we WILL be back! read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks, Tricky! We’re glad the Berry Blast and strawberry matcha were…
2 months ago
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Matthew E.
Thanks, Alexiss! We’re glad you loved the strawberry matcha and…
5 months ago
Trying matchas at Besa Health today! We stopped by after hearing about them on social media and learned that they're a coffee shop + clinic located in downtown santa ana that blends healthcare with a cute cafe space. They offer primary care, urgent care, and specialty appointments throughout the day, all while running a full cafe in the front. This unique approach creates such a welcoming, patient-forward environment! There's also plenty of seating if you're looking for a new study spot and so many fun drink options. Our favorites are the Tropica Matcha and Berry Blast Matcha. read more
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Matthew E.
Thanks! We’re glad you enjoyed the matcha and our coffee shop and…
6 months ago
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Matthew E.
Strawberry matcha with an almond croissant is a great pairing. Happy…
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