Considered good matcha to me! Nothing super special compared to the LA ktown ones haha. Service was…read morefriendly and fast, clean interior. - ube matcha: my friend got it 0% sweet. i would prefer maybe half sweet if they offer that customization. - corn matcha: personally, i didn't really taste the corn flavor. delicious matcha though. - strawberry matcha: delish! would get again. - double matcha: yum, standard, would order again.

The place was incredibly busy, but it was worth it. The service was great and the drink was tasty,…read morealthough a bit too sweet for my liking. Some people might really enjoy it, though. I got banana pudding matcha.

A spacious and welcoming spot for an authentic cup of coffee or matcha. Even more impressive than…read morethe drinks is the exceptional service. My teenage daughter forgot her phone and didn't have a physical credit card, and since the shop doesn't accept cash, she was stuck on a rainy day. Liu, who was working at the register, kindly stepped in and offered a solution so she could still order her drink. My daughter later paid her back in cash. It was such a heartwarming reminder that kindness still exists. This coffee shop has definitely gained a loyal customer- thank you, Liu!

I got a chance to visit the Mugs and had a good experience. They offer a wide selection of drinks…read moreand pastries with a lot of comfortable seating. Food: They offer a good selection of crossaints, scones, macaroons, and other pastries. I got a chance to try the iced latte and it was very flavorful. Service: The employees are very friendly and helpful. Ambiance: The Ambiance is very nice. Theere is a lot of comfortable seating. There is also a study room.

How did I end up at this coffee shop?! Well, I saw one of their vans on the freeway and the name…read morepeeked my curiosity. No less than 15 minutes later I was drinking an iced churro latte. The latte was a little sweet but not overwhelming. I normally don't finish my coffee drinks but this one I did. I also got coffee beans. Can't wait to try them! The baristas was very friendly. The shop was full and the vibes were right. Will definitely be back.

Never coming here again. I ordered the Matcha Blueberry but it was undrinkably sweet. All I could…read moredo taste was synthetic sugar flavor with no balance. It was disgusting. I took two sips, put it aside while I finished my bagel, then brought it back to request a swap. The two female baristas ignored me as I approached, kept their eyes down, and continued their own conversation. When I finally got their attention, I explained the situation. The blonde with curly hair acknowledged that yes, the drink was very sweet - then told me they would fix it "next time" I came in. I was shocked because I was standing in front of her with a full cup I couldn't drink! The brunette with straight hair said nothing and offered no help throughout the entire exchange. When I made it clear I wanted it done now, not on some future visit, she told me they couldn't swap it because I'd "had it too long." Now I am shocked again! The cup was basically full as I only had the two sips. Only after I stood my ground did she reluctantly offer to ask a manager. The redhead manager was a complete 180. She handled it immediately, made a new matcha drink without sugar (way better but not a good matcha drink in general) and was genuinely pleasant, resolving it without hesitation or attitude. In an era where customer experience is everything, treating a paying customer in such a poor way is fast way to lose business. The staff must be trained better, or put them somewhere they are not customer-facing. I won't be back.

I came here early in the morning (~10am) to grab a drink and study with a friend! There were a…read morecouple open tables, but the only outlets were at the small 3 seat bar area by the window. The cashier was super patient while I looked through the menu, but there also wasn't a line that early yet. I got the banana matcha, which isn't something I usually get, but I liked it a lot! The banana cream taste definitely stood out. I would definitely come back again, but I would want to make sure my devices were charged first.

Tried this spot after seeing it all over TikTok, and overall it was decent but a little overhyped…read more The matcha itself was underwhelming. the flavor tasted pretty light and lacked that rich, earthy matcha taste I was hoping for. The cream top definitely carried the drink though; it was smooth, creamy, and honestly the best part. The baked goods were the real highlight for me. I got the banana bread and almond croissant, and both were SO good. Everything tasted fresh and buttery, and I love that they can warm them up for you if you're eating there. I saved mine for later and they still held up really well. Not sure if I'd come back specifically for the matcha, but I'd probably try their coffee next time since that seemed to be what most people were ordering. Cute spot and good pastries, but the viral hype set my expectations a little too high

Located in a plaza just a block from the 405 and John Wayne Airport, I made a special trip to this…read moreplace after a friend treated me to some cookies she got at their Santa Monica location. This location is much closer to home, so I visited one afternoon when craving their cookies. The interior is modern, classy-bougie, with 4 tables and a large cushy chair. I ordered two cookies, the chocolate chip walnut and peanut butter chocolate, along with an iced horchata latte. I sat at one of the tables, opened the box my cookies were presented in, and found myself in cookie ecstasy. The cookies are fat mountains of deliciousness. Slightly crisp outside and soft inside (note: even softer if taken home and warmed up). The chocolate chip was crammed full of chips and the walnuts were in tiny bits to keep the cookie's texture soft. The chocolate cookie was also enormous and had an abundance of peanut butter chips. Both were superb. The horchata latte had just enough ice to keep it cold. It had a bold flavor of cinnamon which I loved. Staff here were friendly, efficient, and speedy. I like the vibe of this place but like their cookies even more.

Food: - Vietnames coffee: strong! and on the sweeter side…read more- Ube coffee: decent balance of ube and coffee flavors - Peanut butter cookie: large and packed with peanut butter chips; pricier than other large cookie stores Parking/ambiance: - Located in a strip mall, plenty of parking - Helpful employees

Kike Café in Costa Mesa is hands down my second favorite matcha spot--and that says a lot because…read moregood matcha is hard to find outside of Los Angeles. The matcha here is legit. The space itself is great: spacious, super aesthetic, and clearly loved by locals. I was actually recommended this place by regulars who go there all the time, and now I totally get why. I'm officially becoming one too--especially since it's walking distance from where I usually hang out. Dangerous in the best way. The staff is on point: polite, well-groomed, welcoming, and efficient. Service was smooth from start to finish. You can tell they care about what they're doing. They offer a solid variety of drinks, but let's be real--I came for the matcha, and it did not disappoint. I got the strawberry matcha with oat milk, and it was amazing. Easily my new favorite order. Safe to say I'll be back... probably every other day now.

I tried the salted maple latte with coconut cream which was definitely a nice treat. I appreciated…read morehow quick my drink was made and how chill the staff was. The aesthetic inside is definitely cute and there's a nice seating area outside. They do validate for 90minutes which is convenient. I will definitely return and try something different.

Love this place - 2 minutes away from my work. Was craving a juice for lunch so I got the. RAW…read moreJuicery "Red Cure" which consisted of: cucumber, apple, extra ginger, lemon & cilantro. They also have other juices, but this is what I wanted. They also have coffees, teas, hot foods, etc. Service was friendly, quick and they also have kiosks which I used. Clean cafe with lots of natural light and pet friendly patio!

KRISP was highly recommended to me by a coworker - especially their matcha. The place itself is…read morevery busy and the vibe feels like it's very college student friendly. I will have to say that their menu looked so appetizing but fell short. Their KRISP burrito was basically a super hard tortilla - not crisp, HARD and stiff - with very oily contents. Obviously, a breakfast burrito is going to have oil, but it was a bit much considering it was dripping out the whole time. I couldn't finish eating it. The matcha was pretty good but I think their food was such letdown so I wouldn't make the 30-40 min commute through traffic.

Absolutely incredible café, with an incredible bakery selection and stunning drinks. If this cafe…read morewas closer to me, I would come here every single day!! The space itself is absolutely stunning with lots of seating both inside and outside. The store has a lot of floral decor, which gives it a very clean and spring vibe. The standouts for me here was the banana pudding, Matcha and the array of pastries they had available. We purchased two drinks here, one of which was the banana pudding Matcha and the other was a tiramisu cold brew. The banana pudding Matcha is one of the best drinks I've ever had with a rich high-quality Matcha and fresh creamy banana pudding inside. It's basically two desserts in one, and the flavors complement each other so well. Highly highly recommend - it's viral for a reason. The tiramisu cold brew was also good, although next time I would probably opt for a latte on the bottom since the cold brew is pretty strong. The foam on top was sweet and creamy. The pastries here are absolutely stunning, and I wish I could buy the entire display case. We ended up purchasing a Dubai chocolate croissant and a plain salt bread. The Dubai chocolate croissant was very unique - on the drier side but it definitely had that crunch and flake. I wish they had a little bit more chocolate or buttery elements to balance out the dryness of the cocoa powder. The salt bread was absolutely delicious, very well-made with a chewy texture. I will 100% be back to try everything else that Bag of Cakes has to offer. Highly recommend! We visited on a weekday during the afternoon since it was spring break, and there wasn't a line, but I've heard that lines can get long. There is plenty of parking in the plaza that it's located in. Definitely check this place out!!

When they first opened, the line was out the door, long, and unbearable (I'm not good with lines),…read moreso I left after seeing how crazy slow it was moving. I returned on a different day, same thing, so I left. Fast forward to May of 2026, I happen to be in the shopping center, so I decided to check it out. No line. The pastry cases looked amazing. There were so many choices; it was really hard to decide. There were several workers, but they seemed pretty uninterested in helping. No pep in the step, no energy, no eagerness to start ANY kind of small talk. This is so crazy. If you're walking into a small bakery that needs your business, why wouldn't they make a little more effort in creating a welcoming atmosphere for people who walk in, ready to dish out the pricey price for your pastries?! It makes no sense to me unless they are being paid very little or not being trained on etiquette and customer service. Just go into any Trader Joe's for reference: their cashier service is very welcoming and kind--and they are a huge grocery chain! It's not just this small bakery, I found worse non-service at the Fountain Valley location of Paderia! That review is next. I hate giving a 2-star review. But, the actual pastries I got were stale, dry, at least a day old, not fresh, FULL-priced pastries. I've gotten better tasting day old/end of day pastries from Too Good to Go, but they were severely discounted! I'm not sure how long they will get away with charging full price for stale pastries. Even my kids said the same thing. I was like is it just me? Incredulously thinking, it can't be, and sure enough, I read the reviews, and someone else said the same thing. I get it's a tough business. It's so sad all around. They should be getting a lot more tax breaks than big corporations do (who pay no taxes and pay to rig the rules), but there are several areas of improvement that could be made that is under their control. Maybe make fewer pastries each day, train your workers, etc. The cream and custard fillings are good, but I'm not going back.

This is an excellent coffee shop in one of the office parks in Irvine near spectrum. There is a lot…read moreof great indoor and outdoor seating, although it does tend to get busy. On this visit, I had the caramel banana latte, which had a very nice flavor and was not too sweet. The only complaint (and I'm not docking points here), is that the bathroom is not within the cafe, and you have to get a key card from the staff in order to use the restroom (can be difficult if there is a long line to order).

This is an ok coffee shop... 5-Stars for atmosphere & 3-Stars for drinks. That gives it 4-Stars…read moreover all. There is lots of seating inside and out with spaces for working/studying more inside and relaxing outside. Its also a great place if you want to take some nice IG photos. The staff is friendly and make drinks quickly. But the coffee drinks themselves are just ok. We both had Cortados this time and they were a little tasteless and too hot. Drinkable but not worth coming back for. Last time I came in alone and had a Flat White that was terrible and I dumped it out. I did not have time to ask for another but I'm sure they would have remade it. Wall Writers is located in an office complex but in a good way. There is plenty of free parking and in the afternoon and on Saturdays you can park right at the entrance. The restroom is located in a separate building across the courtyard and watching people search for it can be mildly entertaining LOL It is a nice place to work with plenty of natural light and a wonderful patio for enjoying nice weather. I just wish the drinks were a little better. But because of the convenient location I will probably try it again. Maybe Ill try something iced?

One word for this place..... BOMB. Definitely recommend coming here I love the vibe of this place…read moreand the service is great!!

We just happen to randomly park in front of this coffee pop up and so glad we did. We tried the…read morebanana matcha latte which is perfect on a sunny day. The two flavors balanced each other well. My wifey and I shared it but we quickly realized we should've gotten our own so can't wait to try Ryan's next concoctions!