Okay...The Coffee Queen has lost count of how many new coffee shops she has visited...However, this…read moreone located across from the beach in San Clemente was fabulous! I ordered an Oat Milk Latte, extra hot with an extra shot. It was smooth and delicious! The entire staff here were very friendly and helpful. They also have food but this girl just wanted her coffee:) It's not very big inside but they have a few tables and several out front. The view is lovely over here! Will be back the next time I am in the area. *Street parking is metered ~ and that's all I have to say about that...

Bear West Coast Coffee House is one of two independent coffee shops along the beach area…read more It's cute with merchandise, the service is nice, and they carry an "Orange Blossom" seasonal flavor that reminded me of an orange popsicle. Overall, I liked the ambiance, but the coffee wasn't strong enough for me--especially the cold brew. I should had added a shot. The menu option is also limited.

Expresso forward... here it's about the bean. Small menu…read morebut a good one Super nice staff who know and care about their coffee... and knowledgeable No fru fru drinks- simple and delicious. Appreciate the extra attention to creating a pretty latte art. Indoor and outdoor seating

As a home espresso enthusiast, I was excited to try the coffee here. The menu was simple, the…read moreperson behind the counter explained to me that they have one size, a cortado (equal parts espresso and milk), with different milk options. I could not believe what I saw after ordering. One, the drink I was given was absolutely not a cortado, several times more milk than espresso. Two, I watched the barista pull the shot. The shot took about 5-10 seconds, came out completely thin and watery. I figured, oh he just had a bad shot, he'll dial it in and re-do it. Nope, he proceeded to hand the shot to the person steaming the milk, who filled up the cup (again, not cortado sized) with milk, and called my name. In hindsight, I should have said something, but gave him the benefit of the doubt. The drink tasted like straight hot oat milk. To make it worse, this drink was being sold for $7.50. Sorry to say it, but I do not recommend this place.

I told my tall sentient boulder date that I'd meet him after working a bit... little did he know I…read morewould be 12 min away, studying and checking the time to be *fashionably* late. It's ok i can be embarrassing. He wont read this lol Okay but this is what I mean when I say "local coffee shop energy." J.C. Beans is adorable. Not in a corporate "we ordered our personality from a catalog" way. In a real, slightly chaotic, neighbor-knows-your-name way. Small parking lot? Yes. But that just means you've found something worth gatekeeping. Also there are outdoor seating by the street AND the parking lot, in case you want to hide yourself from the rest of the world. (I'm team parking lot, hiding.) The staff? So nice. So friendly. Like genuinely warm humans. They even offered my dog treats without me awkwardly hovering and hinting. Immediate loyalty secured. And the WiFi? Slapped. Hord. Like, I could actually open PDFs, upload things, and pretend I was writing something groundbreaking instead of rearranging paragraphs for 40 minutes. Patio productivity with dog present = elite setup. Coffee was solid, vibes were solid, humans were solid. This is the kind of place you accidentally turn into your personality. Would return. With dog. With laptop.

JC Beans Coffee House *July 22nd, 2026…read more*6am- Wednesday *3 Stars Environment: *Indoor and Outdoor Seating *Small Sized Parking Lot *Drive Through Available *Friendly Server Food/Drinks: *Hot Americano (Small) *Iced Latte (Medium + Oat Milk + Hazelnut Flavor Shot) Stopped by before my sister had to start work to grab some coffee. One thing I really appreciated was that they opened at 5:30 a.m., since many coffee shops in the area don't open until 8-10 a.m. or sometimes even later. The location is right off PCH, making it a convenient stop, although the parking lot is very small and I could see it getting crowded if there were a long drive-through line. We initially parked and walked up to the door thinking we could order inside, but found out that orders are only taken through the drive-through that early. The ordering process was quick, and the barista was friendly and efficient. The drinks were decent overall, with a good coffee flavor, but nothing that really stood out. One thing that surprised me was the cost of the add-ons. My sister changed her milk to oat milk and added a pump of hazelnut, and both were an extra $1 each. The hazelnut flavor tasted good, but the additional charges felt a little steep. Overall, it was a convenient stop with solid coffee, especially if you need something early in the morning, but the pricing for customizations would make me think twice before ordering drinks again.

The food was soooo good!! The ciabatta bread was the freshest bread I've ever had served, and the…read moreburrito was the softest wrap my boyfriend said! I also came here seeking out my first latte art experience, the first latte I ordered was in a to go cup, so I asked about a mug, they kindly informed me they were out however, to my suprise the kindest worker went out of his way to create latte art in my to go cup for me! Just want everyone to know, these people are great at what they do

We really needed a caffeine fix! I had bookmarked Zebra to try and we headed to it after the park…read more I was getting sleepy on the drive! Friendly greeting when I entered. The young woman told me to be careful because she just mopped. Looked over the menu, and decided on the Mexican latte. Jonesy just wanted a regular latte. I also bought some beans which she happily ground for me. She brought them out to the patio, which is a good size. The interior is spacious too! Both coffees hit the spot! One of the best things about this location is the parking! They have a small lot in front. They also have a drive-thru window. This is really a great place to come to! They also offer pup cups! Cako Approves!

I'm absolutely thrilled with the new location--it's wonderful! I love it…read more A big congratulations to Jim Miller--well done, sir! I'm so glad Coffee Importers is still in the harbor. Their California bagels are delicious. This spot offers a fantastic atmosphere and great ambiance, with an extensive menu packed with tons of excellent choices. The staff is friendly and welcoming, making the experience even better. I'll definitely be back and will be happy to spread the word!

We went to Dana Point Baby Beach last July 19,2026 and stopped by Coffee Importers Café nearby. The…read moreinside of the café was nice, but unfortunately, our experience wasn't the best. My friend and I ordered vanilla matcha drinks, but they didn't taste very good. The matcha had a strong, grassy taste, so we decided to order different drinks instead. The second drinks were okay, but nothing special. Unfortunately, the customer service was the biggest disappointment. My friend came back and asked for five paper plates. Since she is deaf, she was trying to communicate with the male employee by texting on her phone. Instead of being patient and understanding, he gave her an attitude and seemed upset with her. At one point, he yelled, "Just one paper plate!" We were very disappointed by the way she was treated, especially when she was simply trying to communicate. We hope the café can do better when it comes to treating all customers with kindness, patience, and respect. Because of this experience, we unfortunately won't be coming back.

Met the owner of the coffee shop, had great customer service drinks were amazing... will definitely…read morecome back again for that caramel latte

Loved Americano's! The staff was super friendly and was super quick. They also have pastries that…read morelooked great and a wide menu with unique flavors. The Cinnamon Bun Latte was perfectly flavorful but not too sweet. The Vietnamese had the quick you expect with lots of good flavor too. Overall, great coffees and an awesome vibe. I will be back!

Great coffee with anything from specialty lattes and matcha to cold brews and friendly clean…read moreattractive shop attached to church building. Very spacious indoors as well as outdoors with plenty of seating and tables . Hours are limited understandably due to location.

The vibe here is so PEACEFUL!! Great spot to study/work remote... The decor is perfection, and I…read morelove that there's a variety of seating styles... from booths, to cozy chairs and even outdoor shaded seating! The coffee was delish and when they told me our total I was so pleasantly surprised with the PRICE! Very competitive. So grateful to have found our new fav coffee shop!!!

Needed me a fix , arrived and was already feeling the vibes with the music and the ascetic. I…read moredidn't know what to get but once I was directed to the specialty lattes I ordered the Golden Tropic. Meanwhile waiting , got myself familiar with the place and caught the vibe by the window. This is something expected especially by the beach. I got my drink and nice enough to allow me to help myself to sprinkle some cinnamon on my drink. Super cool. Make me feel like I added my own twist to the drink. Who doesn't like to feel engaged. The drink was good. Drink was smooth especially with the coconut and it paired well not to over powering not to sweet. It' was a good choice. I always ask for specialty lattes because it gives me a better insight on what they're about. Come by ! I recommend it.

I feel like I could just copy and paste this for most coffee shop reviews now - "Fine, but…read moreexpensive..." I have to be honest, I was not impressed with this latte, and I am wondering why everybody raves about it. I got a vanilla latte and added vanilla cold foam as a little treat and somehow it still had a little to no flavor? I think it was $18 or $19 for 2 drinks, that's just crazy to me and it's my own fault, that should have been a warning, but they had a Ube cruffin (and my husband loves ube) and I ordered one without asking the price and imagine my surprise when it was $7! A little more than that I think actually. I get it - it's a pricey area, they're a block from oven views, it's Laguna, I'm too broke to live and exist there but good Lord. All of that aside, it is a very cute shop, very cute merch, and very good vibes with lots of sitting areas. They even had a cute little corner with toys for kids to play with, which I love!