Editing my review based on the owner saying that they made the guy leave. I hope that's true and that this kind of behavior is not tolerated in the future. I'll be back to Coffee Importers soon--it's a great place in DP for a morning coffee and pastry and hopefully the "regulars" don't ruin it for everyone else. Original review: I want to love this place and it bums me out to have to write this, but this is one of the least welcoming places in DP. Not because the staff is rude. But because they allow this clique of regulars to take over the outside patio and harass people who aren't in their group. I've watched it happen a few times now, but today was the worst. A woman with a little kid sat down at an unoccupied table and started having their food. A couple of minutes later an older gentleman walked up and began verbally accosting her, getting in her space and demanding that she leave because he's been coming here for 35 years and this is his table. He kept accosting her until she was crying and took her child and moved tables. A few people tried to comfort this poor woman and her little kid. This guy was 1000% in the wrong. But staff didn't do anything. Instead, they walked up to the guy, said hi to him (of course, in a first name basis) and were friendly as anything. But not a word to the woman crying and trying to distract her toddler. Gross. It's not just this one guy either. There are at least a dozen of these "regulars" and Coffee Importers doesn't appear to do anything to stop them from harassing people, and actually seems to be fostering this environment. read more

OMG. I think I need an intervention. I actually love this place. Now let's get started on how this works. It is tucked off to the side by the ocean Institute in Dana point. There is plenty of parking both in a lot, an extended lot and also the street. You can also take one of the many foot paths to the location as well. There are two ways to order. One sign says pastries and coffee and the other side towards the back or the Marina side says food and beverages. If you only want a coffee with a croissant or cinnamon roll or the delicious biscuits, then step into the pastries and coffee line. If you want breakfast sandwiches or any of the toasts plus coffee and other beverages, then go to the other line. It can get very busy, especially on the weekends after 9 AM. But bring your patience and be nice to everyone. Once you have ordered, step aside. Most likely your drinks will be called out first. It does take time to make freshly prepared food so either take a seat with your number and wait for it to be delivered or listen if it's going to be a to go order for your name It is dog friendly out on the patio. Please make sure to clean up after yourselves as the wind can blow any debris into the marina and we want to make sure everything is clean and safe for our underwater friends. Very cool nautical vibes. They decorate for the holidays. Reasonably priced. Support local. If you're gonna spend 6 to 7 dollars on a pastry or coffee, you should come here. Incredible vibes you could park at the other end of the marina and walk on over for a great scenic walk. My favorite is the iced harbor latte which is like a caramel vanilla latte similar to what I would describe as the golden eagle from Dutch Bros. The biscuits are incredible. I always get them. Stupid me drank the drink and ate the biscuits before I took a picture. Just trust me. read more

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Love the new location by the Ocean Institute. It's nice to have a food and drink option in that part of the harbor. Great variety of food, although a bit on the pricey side. Friends ordered bagels that were stacked with toppings. I only had a grapefruit radler, which was awesome. The dogs had a great time too! It's a walk up place so you wait in line to order. read more

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Wow hit the jackpot with this place. Came up to Dana Point to go for a walk and stumbled on this great spot. Had a great veggie sandwich an then had to have our afternoon coffee and pastries after we saw the bakery case. Sat outside and watched the boats. Perfect spot! read more

Cute place right near the water in Dana Point. Conviently near baby beach so pretty family friendly establishment. They have indoor and outdoor seating. We enjoy their coffee, pastries and just recently tried their chicken Cesar wrap - pretty good! I wish it came with more sauce but everyone is so friendly there that I bet they would have given me some if I asked. Next time!! Definitely a solid option read more

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In case you didn't know, Coffee Importers recently moved to a more spacious site adjacent to the Ocean Institute in Dana Point. Their menu has expanded and is even more healthy choices are offered. I found the food to be highly flavorful and nutritious. The location was very pleasant and the service was excellent. I have already recommended this place to several of my friends. read more

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My boyfriend took me here for breakfast on a Saturday.... perfect weather in July. It was warm, cool wind, great views when you seat outside. They have an umbrella at each table. It's a very relaxing atmosphere. The food was great too. The people taking our orders were very friendly as well. Taking a stroll, watching the waves after breakfast was super romantic. read more

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Love love eating at your establishment! Service is always friendly and welcoming. Love sitting and watching people and their fur babies!!! Glad to hear you will be relocating in the harbor!!! On a side note - I was married to the love of my life and his name was Jim Miller read more

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We had a couple muffins that were good! Arianna's a regular server who is gracious , personable and efficient every time she helps us! She adds to the experience and atmosphere of a good location!! read more

My wife and I decided to try Coffee Importers in their new location. The good news: the outdoor seating (which is nicer than before) with the view of Dana Point Harbor is a top selling point. It's a really nice place to have a coffee and to enjoy the vibe and ambiance of the harbor. The coffee was good --- a solid cup of coffee. The service as before is good. The real draw though is the location. That's reason enough to return. (I didn't try the food on this visit but I will on a future visit.) read more

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Nice location close to harbor so you can sit on back area with tables overlooking the water. Large variety of food wine and coffee and pastry choices. The cappuccino is so strong 2 shots of espresso so wasn't expecting that large $7.10. Alot of activity on weekend not sure if open on week days. read more

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Love the vibe of the new location of Coffee Importers! They were a favorite before but I love the new patio, the new decor, the new view and the fact that the coffee and bagels are all in one location now. This place truly has the best bagels in town - my favorite is Pat's on Rye with fresh avocado, tomato and a dash of lemon pepper. Absolutely delish! The staff are super friendly and did a great job of updating us on all that is available at the new location just outside of the Ocean Institute. Great update to an already great cafe! read more

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Came to have breakfast with family on a Saturday and the line and wait was not bad at all. After ordering, we found seats outdoor right away. Can't beat the view of the harbor. To top it off, weather was beautiful! Drinks and food came out at a decent time. Staff were nice and helpful. I had the everything bagel with scrambled eggs, spinach and feta. No complaints here, everything tasted wonderful and fresh. Hubbs had the breakfast burrito with sausage and a regular hot coffee, he as well enjoyed his meal. read more

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Conveniently located right next to Baby Beach, Coffee Importers is a great spot to grab a drink or bite before or after some time by the water. I tried the decaf black mango tea (unsweetened) and it was surprisingly really good..refreshing, smooth, and full of flavor. The coffee itself was decent, not necessarily standout, but solid enough if you're looking for your morning fix. Service was friendly and efficient, which made the visit easy and enjoyable. One thing to note: there are two separate counters; one for coffee/tea and one for food/pastries;so make sure you're standing in the right line! Speaking of food, they have a wide selection of pastries and meal options, making it a versatile spot whether you just want a drink or a full breakfast. Overall, a reliable harbor-side stop with plenty of choices, great service, and an unbeatable location. read more

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Amazing service and great coffee. The mocha with orange was so good, fresh orange flavor not to much , left you wanting more

Super long wait just to get coffee. They only had one cashier taking orders for coffee but he was also prepping pastries which took a lot longer than needed. Coffee was descent and they had vegan friendly milk. I ordered a lavender latte with oat milk and hubby ordered a mocha with oat milk. They didn't have any vegan pastries, unfortunately. Inside there's a food line and a separate line for coffee. The coffee line was SLOW. A small indoor seating area and more seating outside. read more

Parking is tough so either be prepared to spend a while looking or come very early. We ordered lattes, a chai, and some pastries. The bear claws were yummy but the chai was disappointing. Everything came out quickly and they warmed the pastries for us. The location is beautiful and there are some high tables to sit at. You can also order a full meal here if you want. Overall, I probably wouldn't come back unless I was in the area for another reason. read more

Coffee was too watered down paid $18 to not drink both coffees. Was very disappointed.

We went to the opening day of Coffee Importers at the new location near the Ocean Institute. 9 am made it tough to find parking because of drop off for the camp but 15 minutes later parking did open up. I was happy to see there are lines for both the food and for the coffee. Lots of people sitting outside and inside. Jim was there to greet everyone. It was nice to see Katrina Foley our district supervisor, also supporting Jim, the owner. Jim's daughter is running the bakery. And her baked items looked amazing. The coffee drinks and menu are the same..... superb. read more

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Coffee Importers in Dana Point Marina is one of those rare gems where the atmosphere is just as memorable as the food and drinks. Nestled right on the harbor, it offers sweeping views of the boats and sparkling water, making it a perfect place to start the morning or enjoy a laid-back afternoon. The experience of sipping coffee while watching the ocean breeze ripple through the masts is hard to beat. The menu is simple but consistently excellent. Their sandwiches are fresh, flavorful, and portioned generously--ideal whether you're coming off a walk along the marina or settling in for a quiet lunch. The lattes are especially worth mentioning: smooth, well-balanced, and crafted just right without being overly fussy. You can tell care goes into both the coffee and the service, which feels warm and coastal without any pretense. It's the kind of place where both locals and visitors feel at home, whether you grab a quick bite before heading out on a boat trip or linger over a sandwich while soaking in the harbor views. Coffee Importers combines atmosphere, quality food and drink, and Dana Point charm into a spot that makes you want to keep coming back. read more

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employees here are completely clueless about the items on their menu - bad sign in itself. i felt scared to order anything. reading other reviews, im glad that i didn't. so much potential to be an amazing cafe as it's right on the ocean. maybe one day... read more

Visited this coffee shop today. I visit Dana Point often. I'll be here a few months so I went walking and bought a Latte extra hot. So I picked it up and walked around for a few took a sip and it was at least 1/3 foam if not more. So I walked back and told them and they pour an inch of whatever milk they had left in their stainless cup so now the latte was cold. So I returned again and they said they can only make me a small as I drank it which is a lie. It was basically foamy cold milk Kayla was argumentative with no skills and huge attitude. She should try Taco Bell because she's a horrible latte maker They had a bunch of extra baristas just hanging out and not busy at all. Maybe next time put some care into your work. No one wants to work around a foam drink A lil care would help in these time and customers return. Good Luck in your new location Arguing with an older lady in front of your customers is pathetic. You could have made a new drink based on it being all foam as you say when I brought it back the first time. Im not sone scammer wanting a free 8.00 coffee I'm A visitor for two months renting a house in Dana point. So to all the visitors, this plays isn't worth a 8.00 latter with a attitude Eesh! read more

A long overdue review of the relocated and redesigned Coffee Importers. Love the new location and the beautiful interior. I especially appreciate the two lines (one for coffee & pastries and the other for food) to keep the traffic moving. Everyone here is always working hard and is always so helpful. My favorite is the California Bagel especially with the lemon pepper. My love of lemon pepper was founded thanks to Coffee Importers. My kiddos love the Dan Bagel on an Asiago bagel with tomato. Their açaí bowls are always ones to try with tons of granola inside for added taste and crunch. Recently just tried the cinnamon roll and an apple pastry (Nov 2025) from the pastry side as dessert and they were both delightful. After a full meal it was nice to take a stroll along the Dana Point Harbor on a beautiful Sunday morning. As a local, grateful to have an easy place to go in the mornings. read more

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What a fantastic spot for ice cream and coffee! They also have a lot of flavor options. There's lots of seating and the view is lovely. One tip: no samples :( read more

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Great bagels & coffee at the harbor!! Love picking it up and walking, definitely recommend!!

I don't remember the last time I had a latte this bad. I ordered an almond milk latte with SF vanilla, so this drink ended up being $10 and it tasted like burnt coffee water. It actually made me nauseous, I only drank 1/4 of it. I tried to pawn it off on my dad but his literal words after tasting it were "I'm sorry I tried it." There goes $10 down the drain. read more

Place is fantastic! Food is delicious, and the bakery is OUTSTANDING! We got the bacon and egg biscuits. You get two decent sized sandwiches, can feed 2 people. They're quite literally the best biscuits I've ever had! Great job to the Pastry Chef Meredith Miller. read more

No organic coffees for lattes. Unfortunately I get massive headaches from non-organic coffees too often to risk it. Otherwise it's good.

Always get my order wrong. At least 5 times. Food is good but hardly ever right. Have to bring back.

*1 rude employee *Open drink/coffee only cash register *Too many employees " hanging out" *Owner not friendly read more

This place was fantastic. Great view, amazing weather and decent food. Got BLT sandwich, great portion. Drip coffee was good. Also got açaí bowl, definitely pricey but tasty. Chicken tortilla soup with delicious sourdough.. love it. Went to the other side, got iced vietnamese coffee and ice cream... SO good! One negative but Im not going to take a star away, you can't sample the ice cream. So, it is what it is with the flavor you pick. Go with your guts. Love this place! read more

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Great food Great service Nice view of Dana Point harbor Dog friendly Friendly staff read more

Much respect for this wonderful friendly team! With the ongoing harbor disruptions, this group of fine people adapted and set themselves up to succeed adjacent to Ocean Institute. I'm here nearly every day and enjoy friendly local servers who remember me and my order! Their coffee is consistently very good and my favorite foods are a delicious chocolate chip cookie or the CYO bowl. The other bakery items are also excellent including the light and buttery biscuits. The indoor table area is fine and the outdoor tables are a bit too close together with the ADA ramp taking up much of the room there which is why I usually take my coffee and snack with me to the breakwater. Fantastic way to start my morning and walk! read more

The restaurant has a nice beachy vibe. Service was good. Chai and Vanilla latte were fantastic. Bagels were really good. The eggs were definitely from a carton because they tasted gross. There was no way they were fresh. The chocolate hazelnut scone had good texture but no flavor at all. So if your coming for food. Keep it simple, grab a bagel, and a tea or coffee, and enjoy the view. read more

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Great for meeting someone for a coffee and breakfast bagel at the harbor. Staff is always friendly and knowledgeable. No more ice cream since they moved which is a pity. read more

We love our coffee importers.. The service is so good the coffees are delicious and I can't believe that it is springtime in there still offering their gingerbread latte !!! Stop it it's so good.... We know that Dana is going through some massive commercial changes And we are really hoping that the coffee importers stays in the community . read more

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Such a fun spot. Our family camped nearby and I enjoyed waking up early to ride down here and enjoy the view over coffee. My wife enjoyed a smoothie from here, too. Quick service, polite staff, and tasty brew with a view of the docks (and seals). Loved it! read more

My favorite place! 5 plus stars in past and present location, quality and service. I would like to spotlight "Kayla" I've watched her working with her team and assisting customers. She is FANTASTIC and her million dollar smile is just as beautiful as the harbor view. AG read more

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Had a quick trip to Dana Point a few months ago and this place has stayed on my mind. Great matcha, they have multiple "restaurants" right next to each other. One side is coffee and ice cream the other is food and juice/smoothies. Very cool concept and fun to get multiple options at one place! read more

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Absolutely the worst experience. We saw this café a few times while walking by and wanted to check it out. It was open today, and we took a table inside. Since we already had coffee with us, I just went and ordered food. A man came over and asked us to leave because he saw the different drinks. I explained to him that I had ordered food and was waiting to be called, but he kept demanding the order number because he thought I was lying. I'm 45 years old with three kids, and I cannot imagine that an adult person would lie to a business just to keep a table. It was so embarrassing. We asked to cancel our order, refund the payment, and we left. The prices are also very high--an average bakery item is $8--and there were no prices listed. The food looks good, but I would not recommend this place to anyone who doesn't want to be treated with disrespect. Very disappointing. P.S I just realised it was the owner who approached us.. such a bad example for his employees.. really would love to come there often with my family and friends but now I would just skip it. read more