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    Buenas Coffee

    4.3 (260 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Closed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    BUENAS COFFEE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Good for working

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    strawberry matcha & iced americano
    Ainsley J.

    Best strawberry matcha ever! Service was so friendly and fast. The center it's in is super cute, the outdoor seating is next to a nice jasmine covered structure - great spot for a cute coffee date. They had lots of fun pastry options but we went with the burrito & cheddar + chorizo biscuit both delicious. I can't wait to come back to try their horchata and other pastries!

    Mocha. Oh so yummy.
    Travis W.

    Buenas Coffee has mastered that chill cafe vibe. The wonderful people behind the counter really make you feel welcomed and appreciated. I ordered a mocha and couldn't have been more pleased with my choice. Really nice place to come to relax or get some work done. Comfortable seating is available both inside and out.

    Taza de Maza....rich and creamy (taste like Spanish Latte)
    Jenny C.

    Right off the freeway exit, inside the Cultural Plaza, Buenas Coffee is at the center of this building. It's a cozy small coffee shop. The staff are friendly and seem to care about your experience....I had questions on some of their specialty drinks on the menu. The coffee shop gives off a modern, intimate vibe but not cramped, with both indoor and patio seating--great for a chill catch-up or a solo work (aka me running in and out!):) I got Taza de Maza - so rich and creamy! I think it's similar to Spanish Latte. It has a strong coffee flavor which I like. Next time, I'll be brace to try the "Coffee Soda", which is tonic water with espresso. It comes unsweetened but you can add sweeteners. Last note:: Interesting now "everyone and everything " has an app...so not surprising Buenas Coffee offers an app to order your favorite drinks and earn points!

    Brandon N.

    What I ordered: - Cordial This iced drink is comprised of an espresso and oat milk base with orange blossom aromatics, toasty cacao, and creamy vanilla. The presence of orange was very minimal for me, wanted more of it actually. The cacao was subtle, not overly dominant but noticeable. The creamy vanilla stood out the most, despite this being the case, the espresso still shined through. I would definitely order this drink again!

    Cortados and elote pastry
    Erika N.

    Lovely little coffee shop in Costa Mesa. They have a lovely selection of pastries and breakfast burritos. We tried the elote pastry and was delicious. It was sweet but not too sweet which complimented the cortados. Service was quick and prompt. If you enjoy a quiet and colorful coffee shop, I would recommend visiting Buenas.

    Soooo yummy!!! They make their own homemade syrups & that's exactly why I stopped by. The palo santo latte was unique and delicious. I chugged it. No shame. Their Barbacoa breakfast burrito was tender & packed with flavor. One of the best breakfast burritos I've ever had at a coffee shop. My husband would have loved it. Deff coming back!

    Jessica W.

    別回頭,往後的日子都是嶄新的,我始終相信,世間所有的安排都有他的理由~ 咖啡廳居然隱身在這種小小的角落,我想應該是附近有一些公司行號,平常的客戶也不少吧,走得也是寧靜,年輕人喜歡的風格,我點了兩杯latte,可惜兩杯拉花都沒有拉好,扣分,他們的咖啡感覺比較溫和,小家碧玉的感覺,生意還不差呢,我來時一直有年輕人走進來

    3/2025
    Leeza D.

    Hidden in an unlikely business park and connected to a co-working space is Buenas. They have a classic coffee menu and a signature menu that leans towards Mexican flavors. Today, we tried the palo santo. Frankly the barista explained what all the specialty drinks were but I was too sleepy to absorb the info. The palo santo was a surprising delight. The drink comes in a small short cup and it was cold, but there was no ice. The flavors were surprisingly unique which makes me want to come back and try their other specialty drinks. The pastries also look very traditional. Indoor seating. Casual. Good service. Easy parking. Please come and create your own adventure.

    Mecca B.

    Drive by on a Saturday and they were open! Wasn't busy, so it was perfect for a quick snack before my appointment I had down the street. Walked in, was greeted by the three workers, so sweet. They helped me pick a yummy baked good, I chose the homemade vegan brown sugar pop tart by a small biz in Long Beach. Soooooo delicious. Wasn't too sweet. I got the cold brew with the sweet corn foam top. The cold brew was smooth and not bitter at all. Seats onsite and easy parking. Industrial lot. Super chill inside. Cute decor.

    Seasonal menu
    Jeremy L.

    This place is a charming coffee shop with Latin vibes offering creative drinks and outside seating. The staff is friendly and very fast knocking out each order. I ordered the Mallows and Molasses, which has a toasted marshmallow, brown butter and molasses. The drink is really smooth and rich. I enjoyed this spot, will come back when I'm in the area again.

    Oatmilk Capp perfection.
    J B.

    This is a hidden gem. Excellent capps and tasty breakfast burritos. Small cozy interior with a few tables to work or chat. Outdoor seating too. They had a lovely Dia De Los Muertos alter in October. Sell locally made and other charming gifts. I love to swing by when I'm in the area.

    Amanda G.

    Cute coffee shop nestled in an industrial type setting with indoor/outdoor seating. The wait was not long to get the drinks. The Salem was okay. Not very flavorful and definitely filled with milk. The taste of coffee is not found. The Apple hill had zero flavor, like nothing reminiscent of Apple or spice or coffee. Literally just nothing except milk. Maybe it's the way I'm ordering or it was an off day, but I was not happy with my order.

    Douglas Y.

    Cool shop located in a business park. Loved the coziness created by its decor. They were out of horchata :( so we tried the Salem drink. The drink was tasty and refreshing. Despite having a small crowd our server greeted everyone and worked efficiently.

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    Ask the Community - Buenas Coffee

    Do you guys have cup sleeves?

    Yes we do.

    Are dogs allowed?

    Yes!

    Is there a bathroom?

    Yes, although it is outside and you need to grab the key from the barista

    Any outside outlets for working?

    Yes! I have seen a large power strip outside in the past!

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