Super friendly service. Big menu…read more I had the green smoothie which was very runny but won't complain bc I don't like ice in my smoothies, so I was pleasantly surprised Good sized dining room and good place to sit and relax or visit with friends or get some work done. I appreciate the soft overhead music... keeps guests from having to speak loud to compensate for the ambient noise.

I had the best looking sandwich at the picnic…read more I visited Kona Loa Coffee last weekend while on the way to my monthly book club picnic. Nothing screams picnic quite like an iced latte and panini pairing. I ordered the chicken pesto panini, apple chai kombucha, and a mushroom iced latte. This latte did loads for my social meter. Giving me the extra pep to talk all things books. The sandwich was stacked with thick pieces of avocado, jalapeños, and sliced chicken. A very filling meal that definitely caught everyone's eye. Would love to return and explore more of their food menu.

Stopped by Diotima Bakehouse this morning and wow, I get the hype now. Everything tasted like it…read morecame out of the oven minutes ago. What surprised me most was that the pastries weren't super sweet. A lot of cafés drown everything in sugar, but here you can actually taste the butter and the bake. Big plus for me. Fair warning, the line was long. But honestly that tells you something, locals don't wait in line for mediocre stuff. It was worth it. The coffee was really good too. Not sure about their beans, but it tasted fresh roasted, smooth and full of flavor. Went perfectly with the pastries. I'll be back for sure. 5 stars!

Wow I wish I visited here sooner since I live around the corner ha! I came by around 8:30 am before…read morework to see what the deal was with this bakery and the wonderful reviews! Located in the plaza next to Sonic. Small and cozy! Tables and chairs are available inside if you want to sit and enjoy. I browsed the savory and sweet baked goods in the display box and I loved that there weren't too many options because then I feel like I don't know what to get and this tells me they pour lots of attention and love into each recipe. I ordered a salt bread with cheese and jalapeno, this is my favorite item from the mexican bread markets, and I got 4 different pastries: berry custard type cup, a guava and cheese and this was the BEST one I have ever had in my life, an apple tart and the coffee cake. Oh my goodness, the flakey crust, the creamy filling, the fresh tart fruit, this is pure heaven. On the pricey side, so definitely a once in a while treat. I didn't try the beverages this time but they have a great selection of cofee and tea. The employees are so nice! Lots of smiles and welcoming faces. Come here!

This is my favorite place to get matcha in south OC! I get it almost every day since my office is…read morejust down the street and it is one of the highlights of my day! The staff are incredibly helpful and so friendly. Destiny, Italy, and Day are who I see the most and each time I see them they always are so kind and quick to make my drink, they are the absolute best!! I would a 100% recommend this place!!!

YUMMMM THE BEST, Destiny Diaz is the best barista! Best matcha ever, best study place ever!read more

This is kind of funny…read more After work, I was searching for a coffee shop nearby like I usually do, but nothing really caught my attention. So I decided to search outside the area where I live, and that's how I ended up finding this place. The funny part is that I had actually been wanting to visit this coffee shop because I saw their "Fun Flight" menu and thought it looked so interesting. I kept telling myself that I had to come try it someday. But when I searched this time, I was actually looking for a real coffee roaster and ended up here without even realizing it was the same place. Parking was easy and there were plenty of spaces. There are also other shops around, so I don't think parking would be much of an issue. The coffee shop itself was clean, bright, and nice and cool inside. I noticed one of the employees carefully cleaning the glass, and they kept wiping down empty tables and windows throughout the time I was there. Honestly, I've rarely seen someone cleaning so consistently at a coffee shop, and I really appreciated it. It made me feel like they genuinely care about cleanliness. Since it was already afternoon, I wanted something decaf, so I asked if they roast their own decaf coffee. They told me that they roast everything themselves, which immediately gave me more confidence in the coffee. I ordered a flat white and sat down, but then I realized I had completely forgotten to say "iced." Sure enough, I saw the employee making a hot drink. Well... that's totally on me! Soon my coffee came out with a beautiful latte art on top. And then I took my first sip... Oh my goodness. This is GOOD coffee! There was a slight acidity at first, but as I kept drinking, the acidity faded and I was left with a smooth, nutty, creamy latte flavor. I personally prefer medium roasts over dark roasts, and this roast was exactly my kind of coffee. Now I'm suddenly very curious about their matcha, too. I also liked that the overall pricing wasn't too expensive. The Wi-Fi did seem a little slow at times, but it wasn't slow enough to really bother me. And now I'm still sitting here debating whether I should order the matcha latte... The coffee was definitely delicious, and I already know I'll be coming back. Next time, I'm absolutely getting the Fun Flight so I can try several different coffees! Great coffee, clean space, friendly service, and reasonable prices. Definitely worth another visit!

Came here on a whim yesterday to nest and study and I am so glad that I did! The coffee shop had…read moreplenty of seating and was very clean (I'm a neat freak so was definitely happy about this). They also had several outlets for to charge devices if needed and delicious air conditioning. The baristas were very friendly and kind and the atmosphere felt very comfy and relaxing. I especially liked their very chill music playlist. I ordered: - iced matcha latte w oat milk and vanilla (barista recommended) - banana oatmeal with cinnamon, peanut butter and choco chips - plain bagel w cream cheese I really enjoyed the iced matcha, it is probably one of the better ones I have in OC. The matcha was super smooth and with the addition of the vanilla it created a sweet happy layer to it. I need to come back to try the other drinks! The banana oatmeal, while looking very tasty, didn't pass my satisfaction meter. The oatmeal in the bowl was cold and it was a thin layer of oats that laid on the bottom of the bowl. Presentation great, but for 9$, I would have wanted there to be at least 1-2 more scoops of oats in there to make it worth it. The plain bagel with cream cheese, I really enjoyed. The bagel was huge and it has a good toastiness to it. Additionally, the cream cheese was very light, not too rich and it helped make a delicious carb. Overall, I would definitely come back here to try other drinks and pastries from their menu! I also loved that the parking lot is easy to access and there are ample spots! Definitely try this spot, if you're in the area!

I've been seeing this place all over Instagram, so we finally decided to try it and I'm glad we…read moredid! We ordered the Matcha Coconut, Double Matcha, and Spanish Latte with different sweetness levels, and everything tasted great. The Matcha Coconut was light and refreshing, the Double Matcha was rich and creamy, and the Spanish Latte was smooth and perfectly balanced. Everything was exceptional, from the drinks to the customer service. The guy making our drinks was very friendly and served us with a smile, which made our experience even better. It is located inside Union Market, and it seemed to be the only place open when we visited, although I'm not completely sure. I would definitely come back to try more drinks from their menu!

Stopped in today for the first time. I'm surprised this center is still open. The escalators are…read morenever operating, and there really isn't anywhere to shop. I ordered an iced vanilla latte with 2% milk. I'm no coffee expert--I only get vanilla iced lattes--but I didn't really enjoy it. I didn't get much vanilla flavor. It wasn't sweet at all, which I'm fine with. Since I don't live nearby, I wouldn't go out of my way to come back. If I were to return, I would check to see if they offer teas.

I used to live nearby this little location here in Lake Forest and it was one of my sons favorite…read morestops. Recently visiting the area again and had to stop in for three consecutive days to get my fix. Definitely recommend this place

I can't believe I have never tried this place before, especially living walking distance from it…read more.. crazy lol. Awesome place! Awesome drinks, awesome flavor. We were on our walk yesterday, Wednesday around 2 pm. No vehicles on the drive thru yet, so we just walked up to the window. I got the Caramel Granita with oat-milk, it is like medium sweet drink, nice and refreshing. The girl at the window was so patient, great suggestions, excellent customer service. Will have to come by more often!

Wow. Discovered this spot on a whim and it surprise me! We got the tamago sandwich and and latte…read moreand the tamago sandwich was PERFECTION! Services were great honestly and the cafe is such a cute vibe Tamago sandwich 4/5: this one is HUGE! For $15, it comes with a big sandwich good enough for share and a salad on the side. I wish the salad comes with sauce or something it was straight up just salad. The sandwich was great, comes with TONS of eggs, creamy and yummy Latte 5/5: wow! Tastes exactly like sesame, the drink was refreshing and Creamy! It comes with the creamy and drizzle of sesame that i thought was really unique

Brio Brio's drinks are so yummy! I love their matcha here. I've also tried their hojicha, which I…read morepreviously haven't had. I also like their pastries (made with Hokkaido flour)! The bread is so soft. I like their chashu sando and it comes with a tasty salad. The only reasons why I gave 4 stars instead of 5 is because they're a bit pricey and it can be difficult to find somewhere to sit (since it gets pretty crowded, rightfully so).

Tried a new coffee shop! Loved the vibe, very quiet, and have a lot of tables to study. Also a few…read morecard games as well. We got the banana matcha & double matcha, i definitely recommend the double matcha, it's rly rly yummy and flavorful, not watery AT ALL.

I didn't look at the actual interior / exterior beforehand, just the drinks and I was soo confused…read morewhen I pulled into the parking lot!! BUT there's a lotttt of parking because it's sort of like a business / industrial area (might not be the best way to describe it) In this space, Sabr shares a space with another spot called BK Grill which is pretty interesting. Everything on Sabr's menu caught my eye, so I had to ask for a rec. They told me that the CTM (cinnamon toast matcha) is really popular so I got that! I looove that they put a handful of CTC at the top, extra sweet treat!! There's a lot of seating and some outlets against the wall, but I would suggest that you bring a portable charger as well. I went on a Sunday and it was the perfect, quiet environment to read!

Background On Visit: Decided to get some coffee before socializing with my pickleball friend's at…read moreLuna Park in Irvine. Credit Cards: They're available to use. Restroom: They're available to use. Wifi: There is wifi to use. Location/Park: Located in a business/industrial area. Decent amount of parking can be found. Ambiance/Decor: Neat ambiance with modern furnishings in the interior and more tables up outside to enjoy your food and drinks.. Service: Lulu (barista) was very nice and informational about the shop. Drink didn't take long to prepare. Drink Of Choice: I got the Jaguar Honey drip coffee. Thought the coffee was decent, but was a bit sweet. Reminds me of Mexican Coffee. Blue Mockingbird For Thought: A bit of drive for me, but would love to partake in their guided coffee tastings/events one day.

This is a cute shop tucked into a business center, with plenty of outdoor seating that makes it a…read moregreat spot to chill in the afternoons. Lots of business people post up out here working or taking meetings, which makes it lively. Whenever I've been in, service has been friendly and I've never had an issue. The coffee is yummy and so are the pastries, and my little one is obsessed with their gelato. Milk options are great too, though they do upcharge for them, which is a minor gripe at most. I mostly stick to lattes, but their signature and seasonal drinks are worth branching out for. The coconut cloud matcha in particular is incredible. They also have an app with a loyalty program, which is a small but appreciated bonus for regulars. This is actually their flagship location, and they roast their own beans on site, so you can watch the roasting process happen while you sip your drink, a fun detail most people probably walk right past. Only real gripe is that they close at 2pm on weekends, which is exactly when I usually swing by. Wish they'd push it to 3pm. A girl can dream.

I've been wanting to come here for a while, and I'm so happy I finally did! The service here is…read moretop-notch. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. Shawn and Ariana were especially helpful! I couldn't decide what to get, and they offered great recommendations and advice. Shawn answered all of my questions with such attentiveness and patience. You can tell that everyone who works here takes pride in what they do. Shawn recommended the passion fruit mango pastry, and it was absolutely delicious. The flavor was amazing and refreshing! I also bought a couple more pastries and they were just as good. I'll definitely be coming back. Not to be cheesy, but if I could give this place six stars, I absolutely would. Highly recommend!

W eats, shoutout French people and Ariana is the goat we love Persians as well cuz we are Persian…read moreand Ariana should be promoted