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    Brown Sugar Oats

    4.7 (72 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Karen B.

    Best oats in OC! I loved visiting Brown Sugar Oatmilk Cafe in Aliso Viejo. The Apple Cobbler flavor was amazing and honestly one of the best coffees I've had. The service was super friendly, the decor and ambience were perfect for cute pictures, and everything was very budget friendly too.

    Elisa G.

    Izell is great and she said everything is gluten-free and dairy free, organic and everything is primarily made with oat milk. It's such a cute little place and they have free Wi-Fi. This is my dream shop where I can get gluten-free overnight oats and it is so healthy!

    Iced raspberry, blueberry, vanilla matcha with whole milk

    When coming here, I walked in and was instantly welcomed by Sahar! She's so kind, well-spoken, and when I asked what she recommended, she considered what I liked and ultimately made a raspberry, blueberry, vanilla matcha with whole milk. It was delish!! Also, atmosphere is nice and comfy. Thank you girl

    Overnight unsweetened oat bowl.

    Brown Sugar is an absolute standout. Even if it were just a coffee shop, it would already be excellent--great coffee, really well-crafted matcha drinks (the lavender matcha is a must), and solid chai options. But what truly sets this place apart is the oat bowl concept. You can customize everything--hot or cold, sweetened or unsweetened--and the topping selection is next level. They have everything from functional add-ins like ginger, turmeric, and cardamom to richer options like almond butter, peanut butter, and even cookie butter. Then you've got a full range of fruits, yogurt choices (Greek, vanilla, coconut cream), nuts, seeds (hemp, pumpkin), chopped dates, and the option to boost it with protein powder, collagen peptides, or even lion's mane. It's one of those rare spots where the food is genuinely healthy but also tastes incredible. Whether you're going for coffee, matcha, or a fully loaded oat bowl, you really can't miss here.

    Jonathan H.

    My wife, mom, sister and I visited this coffee shop after lunch and really enjoyed it! We ordered a latte, a Peppermint Hot Chocolate, and White Chocolate Peppermint Mocha. All three drinks were delicious and were large in size. (They specialize in putting oat milk in their drinks.) The ambiance of the shop had a very warm and comfortable feel. Not only were the tables and chairs comfortable there was also a sofa and lounge chairs. Hanging plants contributed to that at home feeling. The owner and the woman who served us were super friendly and welcoming. As a place to hang out on your own or with friends, it's great.

    Jessica S.

    Super cute place. Friendly employee. They were sold out of brown sugar for their lattes so we couldn't try it! Got two build your own oat bowls, both with hot oats. My banana tasted old and had brown spots on it, I should have just asked for a fresh banana. I did notice a few fruit flies around the toppings bar so maybe some covers or fans to deter the bugs would be helpful. $15 for oatmeal with up to four toppings is a bit pricey when you really think about it (I can make it at home for less than a dollar). Eating out is expensive these days so I get it. Maybe I'll try one of their signature bowls next time...

    Apple Cobbler. Delicious bowl with cookie butter, cinnamon, cubed apples, slightly tangy vanilla yogurt, oats, and a biscoff cookie on top.
    Jenn R.

    The name alone was enough to pique our curiosity and now we're making plans to return soon. Seriously, unbelievably good. THE FOOD. - Apple Cobbler. Delicious bowl with cookie butter, cinnamon, cubed apples, slightly tangy vanilla yogurt, oats, and a biscoff cookie on top. Not gonna lie, I didn't think this was going to be anything special, but I enjoyed it so much that I can't wait to go back to get another one! Highly recommend. THE DRINK. - Banana Nut Smoothie. I've been on a banana kick, so I had to try this. Blended banana, walnuts, dates, agave, collagen peptides, and cinnamon sprinkled on top. Not overly sweet and the chunks of banana and nuts are satisfying to chew on. Obsessed is probably the best word to describe how I feel about this smoothie. Highly recommend this too.

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    Amanda Z.

    I visited Brown Sugar on a Friday evening for their first After Hours session. Parking was very easy to navigate since there are spots right in front of the building as well as two parking lots behind it & to the left of it. There weren't too many other customers when I arrived, since I came in right when After Hours started. They had a variety of options for curating your very own charcuterie board. I made a petite board for myself & paired it with their coconut lime spritz. I love that they make some of the jams they offer, such as the cinnamon apple jam, in-house. They also had a selection of wines, but I was driving & was just stopping by, which is why I opted for one of their mocktails. Brown Sugar is owned by a friend of mine from high school & it's been so great seeing the progress she's made with the shop. Beyond a friendly staff & delicious menu items, Brown Sugar is also the perfect versatile spot for getting work done or catching up with friends. In addition, they also occasionally host coffee parties with live music. One of my favorite drinks to order would be their banana nut smoothie--I appreciate that they include collagen & pieces of dates in the drink. As always, I look forward to my next visit!

    Maritza P.

    Not the best tasting coffee but maybe it was a personal flavor choice for me. I got the sea salt mocha. Did not taste the sea salt.

    Shannon Z.

    I am obsessed with all things oats (oatmeal, oatmeal, overnight oats) so had to try this place. This place is so cutely decorated - we came at end of September and everything was fall themed with cinnamon smell when entering. They have specialty bowls as well as build your own bowls with the option of warm oats or overnight oats. I ordered the lavender blueberry honey oats and my husband ordered the protein oats. They're pretty filling and the flavor was delicious! I love how unique this place is (it was my first time at an oatmeal bar). Everything was so aesthetic and it felt healthy eating a bowl of delicious oats. I got mine unsweetened (you can get your oats sweetened with brown sugar) but because of all the fruit toppings, garnished lavender, and honey it was already sweet enough. Looking forward to trying more bowls :)

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    Sarah B.

    Great find! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with a smile and a warm welcome. The interior was larger than I expected. It's pretty spacious with a decent amount of comfortable seating. We tried the Brown Sugar Oat Latte and the Brown Sugar Matcha - both were delicious! It takes a lot for my boyfriend to call a drink "amazing," but he wouldn't stop raving about his latte. Everything was flavorful and nothing was overly sweet. I love that they use brown sugar for sweetness. It really enhances the flavors. Prices are a little bit on the higher end but that is probably because they incorporate the oat milk into the price on their drinks. Either way, it's worth it. Overall, great service, delicious drinks and excellent vibes. I'll be back!

    Shawna H.

    Beautifully designed and executed, this newish spot is conveniently located right in the heart of Aliso within the Town Center shopping area. From outside to in, the decor is light, bright and modern. It is obvious that great thought went into the planning of this space and no mark was missed. From the cool dining tables and chairs to the cute sofa with coffee table complete with chess board, to the high top seating perfect for WiFi access, the entire shop is warm and inviting. Even the Christmas decorations were super cute and thoughtfully presented. I planned to order a mocha but ended up with an oat bowl as well because I tried my daughter's gingerbread bowl and it was delicious. I decided to build my own even though the menu selection bowls sounded really good; the dozens of mix-ins and toppings looked too good to pass up. The service staff is refreshingly friendly and helpful as well. Overall, a great experience and I plan to return.

    Kailyn W.

    I came to get some matcha this morning with my girlfriend and I'm so glad we stopped at brown sugar oats! I got the raspberry rose matcha and my girlfriend got the blueberry lavender matcha. Both were delicious and just what I was hoping for. My raspberry rose matcha was sweet and tasted just like raspberry and rose. The service was great, and they were super friendly. The ambiance was chic and trendy, and I loved the sign that you could take a picture with your drink in front of. They even had cute little stickers at the front you could take. Will be back to brown sugar when I'm in the area :)

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