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Chailo

4.4 (127 reviews)
Special Hours • 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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Chailo Latte, Roses & Cream Latte, and Matcha Cheesecake
Archie S.

A nice little find in the area when I was craving some cold espresso drinks. This is a stand alone shop with a little parking area in the back side of it. They have a little seating area inside and a little outside area as well. From what I saw on the menu, they have a little bit of a desi flavor inspired since they have Kashmiri chai latte and other flavors that tell me that, which is great! A nice way to infuse the flavors of both worlds. I had tried the Chailo Latte which is chai flavors and espresso dudes together, and also their Roses and Cream, which was really nice with its Cardamom and Rose Cold Foam. The flavors were both unique and fresh with an espresso forward flavor. Along with it, I had also ordered their last Matcha Cheese Cake. It went good with the drinks since it was not overly sweet. Seating is a little uncomfortable inside with the outdoor lounge chairs and the table being so low but those are secondary when it comes to the product they have. Definitely a nice find for caffeine lovers in the area.

Michelle C.

Chailo fits the definition of a coffee shop. That's the best way I can describe it. I was delighted to discover that they offer a membership for avid coffee drinkers. The drinks are also prepared thoughtfully and well. There's indoor and outdoor seating. I really appreciated the hangers to hang bags. Service is kind. Sunlight streams in through large windows which I think just adds to the whole aesthetic of it all. If you're looking for a place to study for a few hours, this is also a good place! God bless you all.

Jessica T.

I decided to check this place on a whim since I was in the area! And this place didn't disappoint. They don't play about their coffee. Stepping in, the cafe has a lot of seating and I can see how it'd be nice to study in. I ordered Kashimiri Chai and the drink was so light and the cardonom really shines through. Their banana pudding is DIVINE, it is on the sweeter side but it's homemade and you fs tell! They also make their syrups in houseee! I tried the House chai but I ended up prefering the Kashimiri Chai! I'll def be coming back for more since the staff kept raving about their coffee. Sarah and Patrick were the sweetest! Service was top tier, so friendly! and they gave me reccomendations based on my taste. I wasn't familiar with the menu and they gently guided me through my questions.

Kristine H.

Coffee and spices blended perfectly for the taste buds. We tried the chailo and the Spanish latte, both were delicious and well balanced. The place wasn't busy, which made it even more enjoyable, with a cozy atmosphere both inside and outside. If you're not used to bold spices, I'd recommend adjusting the level so it's not too strong for your preference. Overall, a warm and inviting spot worth checking out.

Caramel date latte
Jacob S.

Overall we had a good time visiting Chailo the other day! The cafe is a very nice spot, with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating (on a warmer day, would love to sit outside on the patio). I believe the owner was working there the day we stopped in. He was so friendly, which we especially appreciated since it was our first time. We both got the caramel date lattes. The flavor of this is very nice, but for my preference I felt like it almost had a grainy texture. Will definitely be coming back to try some of the other lattes the offer (banana bread latte? Yes please!)

Mike L.

Stopped by while in the area for the DMV. Unfortunately Chailo didn't open until 9 which was a little later than I was used to for a coffee shop. Once inside, Chailo had a very open seating area with a lot of seating. Once at the counter, I was greeted promptly. I ordered a hot almond milk latte and my order came out pretty quick (I was just second in line though). The latte was the right temperature, but the latte left a bit of an acidic taste on the back of my tongue. It was almost like the espresso was under extracted. I have had espresso from beans that were more acidic, but this was a different sensation.

Cimarron K.

Unfortunately, we didn't one warning trying to get a cup of coffee, but found out quickly that they didn't have any decaf. Also right before I order they had to turn down another customer because they didn't have rose flavored syrup to make a specific drink for that person, and it was only 9 AM on a Saturday morning. I will be going back because I didn't get to try anything currently I can only have the cat so I'll come back with someone else so we can try some of it and I could take a few tips of the drink so I don't get too caffeinated per my doctors orders. The staff was friendly. The inside is super nice. I love the tile work.

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Arshad H.

Chailo is a small coffee shop located near Triangular Square in Costa Mesa. They have indoor seating as well as patio seating. The decor is a bit minimalistic and could definitely use some work. The 1 or 2 dessert options they had here looked disappointing. Kashmiri Chai ($6) - Rich, creamy, and not overly sweet. It's a comforting drink that I have made at home. I do wish that they had included a sprinkle of pistachio nuts as well as some biscuits to dip in it it. Overall, I did enjoy my drink and my co-workers enjoyed there drinks as well (Spanish Latte). Overall my experience here was 3.5 but I'm rounding them up to 4 because they are a new business. Hopefully they will have some better sweet offerings in the near future like milk cakes, cheese cakes, baklava, etc.

Vanilla latte with house made syrup
Vu N.

Chailo. They took over the Vegan burger spot in Costa Mesa. Had lots of parking. Plenty of outdoor space. Plenty of seating inside. Lots of potential to be a great coffee shop. Service was excellent. Owners super nice. Very passionate about this project Coffee got myself an iced vanilla latte made with house made syrups. Drink was pretty good. I did want a little more vanilla flavor. But overall a good latte. This place just made me want a little more. I wanted it to feel more like a coffee shop. Once they get the experience down. It will hopefully get to its full potential.

Pistachio cream date caramel latte and pistachio cream matcha latte
Hena L.

Such a yummy spot! There's too many drinks and food we want to try. I will be back. The owner was so kind and very accommodating. He let us change our drinks and we got a pistachio cream date caramel latte as well as a pistachio cream matcha. Both were so delicious and I can't wait to come back. The playlist was playing all kinds of bangers! This can also be a good study spot, we noticed various outlets and tables. There is a parking lot for this building. We tried the carrot cake and that was also so delicious!

House Chai Latte and Hojicha Latte (Oat)
Holly S.

Really enjoyed the Hojicha Latte with Oat Milk. Opted for no agave and it was delicious without sweetness. Love the Smokey taste of the toasted green tea. Will for sure be getting this again soon! Service was a bit slow. There's a small parking lot, so parking might be kind of a challenge depending on time of visit. Inside is spacious, sofa and lounge area, but also a handful of small two person tables. There also a patio area that's quite big.

Kashmiri chai
Brittany T.

I feel so spoiled by the plethora of cute cafes in OC sometimes and Chailo is extra cute! I was on the hunt for a spot where I could do some coworking with colleagues and a quick search with Yelp Assistant revealed that Chailo fit the bill. Free WiFi? Check. Outlets? Check. Plenty of seating? Check. Free parking? Check! And the cherry on top is the drinks are so yummy! I got the kashmiri chai. Its pink hue intrigued me and I wanted something with a bit of caffeine but not a coffee. It was so delicious and refreshing. And the space was surprisingly not too crowded which made it the perfect spot to hunker down and get some work done for a couple hours. I will definitely be back!

Good vibes only, love it!
Om P.

I always fancy myself a delicious warm cup of chai (fresh milk tea with spices) and Chailo delivers none other than that! A fairly new business in Costa Mesa, Chailo certainly delivers and is a great new spot for your caffeine run! The House Chai here is great and really made me feel at home! It has a perfect balance of tea, milk, and spices and not overly sweet just the way I enjoy it. The Chailo Latte also hit the spot as it provided great flavor with a strong yet refreshing taste of espresso. I also really loved how aesthetically peaceful the interior is designed. The baristas were super friendly and they truly cared about our quality of drinks and that was awesome! As a believer and fond lover of chai and tea drinks, I sincerely wish this establishment the best of luck and hope to see more spots serving up homemade style chai and coffee drinks arise throughout Orange County!

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Salty Horse

Salty Horse

3.9(670 reviews)
1.2 mi
•$$
Locally owned & operated
Free WiFi

Salty Horse absolutely exceeded our expectations! The food was exceptional, the vibe was amazing,…read moreand the decor was absolutely adorable. The coffee and matchas were perfection, and the staff was so friendly and welcoming. A special shout-out to Rowen and the female cashier (I'm so sorry I can't remember your name, but you have three boys! ) for going above and beyond to make our experience so great. You were both incredibly friendly, helpful, and genuinely kind, which made our visit that much more special. Everything from the food and drinks to the atmosphere and service was a 10/10. We can't wait to come back! Highly recommend Salty Horse!

Overall, I had a pretty good experience at Salty Horse! The steak fries were absolutely delicious…read moreand definitely one of the highlights of my visit. I also ordered the Blue Whale smoothie, which tasted great, but at $10, I honestly think it's ridiculously overpriced for what you get. They should really reconsider their pricing because it's hard to justify charging that much for a smoothie. Another downside is the parking situation. Parking is horrible, and you're pretty much stuck trying to find street parking, which can be frustrating. Despite those complaints, I genuinely enjoyed the food and would definitely come back. Hopefully, they'll reconsider their smoothie prices because everything else was pretty solid!

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MoonGoat Coffee Roasters

4.3(925 reviews)
0.5 mi
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5* Food 5* Service 5*…read moreAmbiance We were recommended to try MoonGoat for their matcha and coffee, and I'm so glad we did! The space feels like a beautiful greenhouse oasis, a thoughtfully designed environment that creates a sense of serenity whether you choose to sit indoors or outside. The staff are equally welcoming and friendly, which adds to the overall charm and warmth of this coffee roaster. With a full page beverage and food menu, MoonGoat is much more than just a place for coffee. They offer a nice variety of food as well. I only wish their selection of desserts and sweets were a bit more expansive and appealing. We ordered the iced Marsala coffee and a latte. The beans were perfectly roasted, delivering a wonderful depth and richness to both drinks. Each cup was smooth, flavorful and thoroughlly enjoyable. We also tried the gluten free pecan cake. I loved that it wasn't overly sweet which allowed the flavorrs to come through naturally. The cake itself was slightly plain, but the generous pecan/toffee topping added the richness and texture it needed and made each bite much more satisfying. I could easily sit here for hours, enjoying the peaceful atmosphere and the thoughtfully designed space. It's the kind of coffee shop where you want to slow down, linger and simply enjoy the moment.

Heard great things about this place & finally got to try it out today!…read more I ordered the Toasted Matcha, which is essentially an Hojicha Latte. I usually don't love Hojicha from many places, but this one was decent and smooth. I also ordered a seasonal Strawberry Watermelon Matcha Cold Foam, which was a bit too sweet for my boyfriend's (and my) liking, but it definitely had the watermelon and strawberry flavors there. Love the ambiance and vibe of this coffee shop and it's a great place to work or read for 1-2 hours. Wi-Fi was great and the staff is friendly. You can validate parking up to 2 hours across the street with a purchase. Not my absolute favorite coffee shop, but I'd definitely come back!

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Pick up for Togo orders

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Brunch Avocado Toast

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The Moon Coffee - Strawberry Matcha

The Moon Coffee

4.3(262 reviews)
1.0 mi
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Okay, I don't know why this joint isn't more popular. Granted, I only really go at night, so your…read moremileage may vary. The Moon Coffee is a really cute cafe that is decorated head to toe in cutesy stuff. Jellycats, knickknacks, and most importantly, great seating. I strolled in, as I always do, to get my flavor-of-the-week matcha. This particular day, it was a strawberry pistachio matcha. It's always consistently good. Great sweetness, good milk, and perfectly balanced between bitter and grassy. I'm very happy to have a matcha spot in this part of Costa Mesa. Now, that being said, what prompted my review was actually looking at their retail shelf. There was coffee from Loquat, DAK, and Tanat just to name a few. Heavy hitters in the specialty space for sure. I had mentioned to the barista behind the counter whether they are hard-focused on supplying great pourovers or espresso. She said they didn't really use those coffees on the shelf in the store itself, but offered me a doubleshot as a sample! I was so grateful, and it was a very nice interaction to have with someone. I think I'll come back and have a coffee next time! The Moon Coffee, the Coffee spot for Matcha nerds? I guess so!

I visited the Moon Coffee while I was waiting for a table next door, so it was a great place to…read morestop by in the meantime. It was a nice, cute coffee shop. I ordered the banana hojicha latte with regular milk. It was decently good. I love how they use real banana, it always enhances the flavor by a lot. I do wish the hojicha was a bit stronger, but that is my personal preference. I'm not sure if it was diluted by regular milk and would have stood out more with alternative choices. I do think the drinks here are on the more expensive side, so I don't think I would come here as frequently. They do have a good amount of seating and free WiFi to catch up with friends or get work done.

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In-sīt Coffee

4.2(460 reviews)
3.1 mi
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Stumbled upon this place while killing time for the ramen place next door to open. Specialty coffee…read moreshop that also offers matcha, pastries, croffles (croissant waffles), and small breakfast items (avocado toast, yogurt bowl, and croissant sandwiches). Good coffee. But love their matcha. Since I was overwhelmed with the options, the barista suggested a strawberry matcha, and topped it with banana cream. So. So. Good! Great service. Not much seating inside but good menu items.

i want my $16 and my calories back. SO mid…read more ifl they're using culinary matcha or something bc the matcha flavor was barely there. minimum matcha to milk ratio, way too sweet even when i asked for less sweet, and whatever sweetener they use wasn't particularly good either. the matcha cloud was so sad too -- they gave me like a couple drops. what did i pay extra for? lowkey the strawberry matcha tasted a little better, but mostly bc the strawberry masked all the mid matcha flavors. also SO much ice even after asking for less ice, and somehow the ice itself tasted like refrigerator which made the drink even worse. i do wonder if their coffee is actually good since coffee is literally in the name, but unfortunately my experience with the matcha was disappointing enough that i don't rlly feel like coming back to find out. for $16, there are way too many other places i'd rather try.

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In-sīt Coffee - View from our seat; limited seating.

View from our seat; limited seating.

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Matcha Latte

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