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    Coffee Muse

    4.6 (416 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Closed 6:30 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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

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    Roben B.

    Coffee Muse is a solid spot located on the corner of 4th Street Market. Parking is available through meters or the structure nearby. The meters are free from 6am to 8am and the parking garage offers one free hour which makes it easy to stop by in the morning. My favorite drinks here are the Honey Nut Cheerios latte which comes with oat milk by default and the Mexican mocha latte. The espresso quality is pretty standard but the drinks themselves are enjoyable and well balanced. The pastries are quite good. I really like their muffins and croissants which are warm and flaky. Their breakfast burrito is also pretty solid, though it is sourced and warmed in the oven. The staff are always friendly and quick. The interior is pretty minimal, only two small tables and a few chairs with outside patio seating. Overall, Coffee Muse is a reliable spot for a quick drink or bite and worth visiting if you are in the area.

    Hayley H.

    Such a fun mix of coffee and art. Coffee Muse is located in DTSA and is serving up all your favorite caffeinated beverages. This cafe also offers a space for artists and creators to sell their locally made goods. There's 12+ vendor booths scattered throughout the cafe. Browse items from clothing, to speciality snacks and food, and candles. Shopping is my favorite form of entertainment. I ordered an iced matcha latte with strawberry, which is quite possibly the perfect summer drink. Highly recommend checking this spot out and supporting local creators!

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    Alyssa T.

    A small coffee shop next to 4th street market. There is paid street parking as well as paid structure parking available nearby. They have both indoor and outdoor seating available. When we were there, the AC was blowing so strongly that the amount of air blowing made it hard to keep my eyes open and it was fairly cold. The coffee is decent and the staff are very friendly. We went at a time that wasn't too crowded so our drinks were ready very quickly. The drinks tasted good, but I think they may have put regular milk/dairy instead of the drinks instead of oat milk based on how my body reacted to it. It was not the greatest experience for a lactose intolerant person, but I would still go back again and to try something without milk.

    Leeza D.

    Here's the pro tip, sign up for their rewards program. I did and they sent me a reward for a free cookie. I've been dreaming about said cookie for a week now and came this morning to redeem it. Such a tough choice as all look great but I went with the pecan chocolate chip. Apparently today is National Run Day and the local run club stopped here for their usual beverage. I chatted with them and they bought me an Americano to go with my cookie! I told them I don't run, but they offered all the same. What a kind act. The coffee went so well with the cookie and my love for Coffee Muse is just growing. I'm going to come back and try the other cookies and drinks soon. Please come and create your own adventure.

    Justina H.

    Honey nut latte is SO good. I made no modifications for sweetness and it was perfect. The barista is incredibly friendly. They sell coffee beans too.

    Alyssa C.

    Wowow the dirty vanilla chai = perfect pick me up after walkin' around and shoppin' around DTSA. One unique part about this shop is that it's connected to other vendors that sell homemade merch and crafts or clothes. If you wanna support local, stop by here and browse through the various vendors. I also appreciated the helpful baristas! They did not make me feel like I was a bother when I asked for 1 espresso shot instead of the usual 2.

    Hot matcha, hot vanilla latte, croissant
    Gaby A.

    One of my favorite coffee shops in Downtown Santa Ana. Staff is always so friendly. Some of my favorites: vanilla latte, matcha, Mexican mocha and you can't go wrong with their baked good - love the pb&j cookie! Great spot to try.

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    Cherry J.

    First time stopping into Coffee Muse in Downtown Santa Ana, and I really enjoyed it! The menu is small but easy to choose from, which I appreciate. I ordered the avocado toast and the Honey Nut Cheerios latte. The sourdough was fresh and tasty--though honestly a bigger slice than I expected. The avocado portion was generous and exactly what I'd hope for with a $10 avocado toast. Nicely seasoned and beautifully presented. The latte didn't quite give me the Honey Nut Cheerio flavor I was expecting, but it was still really smooth and delicious overall. The espresso here is buttery and well-pulled. The café is on the smaller side, but outdoor seating would be perfect on a nice day. Staff was absolutely phenomenal. Friendly, welcoming, and quick to help. My friends and I came in around 10am on a Friday, and it wasn't too busy, which was a plus. The only small downsides: my coffee took a bit longer than I expected, considering the shop wasn't very full, and I noticed their website doesn't list a menu, which would be super helpful. More seating would also be great since it's such a cozy space. Overall, I'd definitely come back for the vibe, the friendly service, and the quality of the coffee.

    Iced Honey Nut Cheerios
    Xitlaly S.

    Came to get my favorite drink the Honey Nut Cheerios, made to perfection by the owner himself. I was greeted by Jasmine she is very warm and welcoming person and makes me feel like family. I always come just for the coffee but end up getting a coffee and a few sweet treats as well lol. This place rocks !!

    Avocado & cappuccino
    Christopher T.

    Very friendly staff and chill place to hangout (both indoor & outdoor) in downtown Santa Ana. Great coffee and avocado toasted was fantastic. Perfect to start out the day.

    Choco Banana Coffee (Seasonal)
    Karina A.

    My sister and I visited this morning for the first time ever. We arrived about 25 mins after they opened, and the two girls working today, October 30th, were SO SWEET! I wish I had asked for their names, but please make sure they know that they made mine and my sister's day with their warm welcomes and beautiful energies the second we walked in! The pastries and coffee they suggested were delicious. I will definitely be back soon!! :) :)

    Iced "chai"
    Day S.

    The only reason I'm giving 2 stars is because the cashier was friendly. That said, I'm extremely disappointed with the chai. What happened to it? There's no color to it now, it's basically milk. It's disgusting, and I feel like I wasted my money. This is nothing like the chai I used to enjoy here, and unfortunately, I won't be returning.

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    Coffee was ok but the blueberry cookie was pretty good, I'll only go back if I'm in the area

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    Laly was very nice and welcoming and makes great toffee cookies. The place is clean and the vibes are chill. Will be back!!!

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