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Daydrift

4.0 (157 reviews)
ModerateCoffee & Tea
Closed 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Right by gas station
Stephanie K.

First time here! I tried the pandan matcha and customized it with the pandan butterfly cream on top because I wanted to try the blue-colored foam. I also got the strawberry yuzu matcha latte. The location was a little tricky to find- it's right next to the Chevron gas station. Service was quick and efficient. The space is small but has a nice vibe, with a bit of outdoor seating. I loved both drinks and definitely want to come back to try more!

Leeza D.

Great new drink spot. I got the hojicha with matcha foam and my sister grabbed the pandan matcha. Both are delicious and we would like to come back and try the other drinks. Small space with cozy seating. We came on a weekday so easy parking and small line. Please come and create your own adventure.

Mugwort Matcha Duo
Kiana L.

Daydrift is one of those places I can't believe I didn't notice sooner, especially since it's so close to The Camp. It's tucked away in the corner with a few other food spots, and while parking in the front is a bit limited, there's actually plenty of space in the back which makes it much easier than it looks at first. Inside is a bit on the smaller side, but they do have both indoor and outdoor seating, and honestly the outdoor area was my favorite. It has a more open, relaxed feel that makes it really nice to sit and hang out. The worker was super friendly, which made the experience even better. I got the Mugwort Matcha Duo, and I'll admit the name "mugwort" threw me off at first and caught me by surprise. But it turns out it's paired with pandan cream top and butterfly pea, which made it a lot less intimidating than it sounds. I also got the banana pudding, but forgot to take a picture of it lol. The banana pudding was good, just a bit on the sweeter side for my preference. The drink itself was really well done. The pandan cream top was light and smooth, which let both the matcha and pandan come through without either one overpowering the other. The combination felt balanced and interesting, especially with the butterfly pea adding a subtle twist in flavor and color. It's one of those drinks that feels a bit unique without being too overwhelming. I'd definitely come back again to try their other drinks since the menu looks like it has a lot of creative options worth exploring.

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Mandy T.

I came here with a friend on a Saturday afternoon, and it was super busy! Parking was nearly impossible to find because Daydrift is located in a pretty popular plaza with plenty of other stores, but we managed to make it work. The store itself was small and the line was out the door when we got there. We placed our order and waited outside because they only had a couple tables. There was a little outdoor area connected to it, but there were only 2 tables. It took about ~15 mins for two drinks, but I expected that because of how long the line was. Mugwort matcha (8/10) - Matcha flavor was very strong, but I could still taste the mugwort flavoring. Very yummy and pretty to look at! I would totally get this again. Pandan matcha latte (8.75/10) - My friend got this and loved it. I took a sip and honestly preferred it over my own drink, and I would be down to get this next time. Overall, a cute store with good drinks, but the parking situation was bad and wait can be a little long.

Hojicha Matcha (left) & Pandan Matcha Latte (right)
Jennie H.

Bumped into this place in the LAB plaza since another matcha cafe was closed so we came in to give it a shot :3 **ORDERED Hojicha Matcha $7.50 Creamy hojicha latte with the matcha foam on top certainly hit my caffeine level loved the creaminess of the 2 mixed together Pandan Matcha $7.50 My friend ordered it since she loves Pandan and it did not disappoint! Matcha was creamy and the Pandan coconut flavor was just the right balance **PEOPLE When we came in, they seemed to have a problem displaying the menu on the big display screen so we just pulled it up on yelp ;) cashier was very welcoming and patient with us as we decided between the variety of matcha choices **VIBES The cafe itself was small but they do have outdoor seating area that was enclosed which looked really beautiful. The ambience was the vintage beach drift sort of vibe which gave a sense of calm! Overall: I would for sure come back to try the other matchas as they have so many different kinds!

Mugwort Matcha Duo! Earthy, slightly grainy base topped with a cloud of sweet pandan foam
Tiffany P.

Cute little matcha corner! Every drink coming out looked super aesthetic, but I had my eyes set on the most unique item: the Mugwort Matcha Duo! It's got this earthy, slightly grainy base topped with a cloud of sweet pandan foam. I really like the flavor of mugwort, even though it overpowers the matcha. Service was quick, but I actually wouldn't mind waiting a little longer if they took that extra time to thoroughly mix and dissolve the matcha powder. I think this would help create a smoother mouthfeel and remove visible matcha clumps. The shop is still pretty new, so there's definitely room for improvement!

Banana pudding matcha
Anastasia V.

Daydrift is a cutesy little cafe tucked in the corner of a busy plaza. Parking is definitely ridiculous, especially after noon. However, I really enjoy their banana pudding matcha so I don't mind circling around the parking lot a couple times. Every time I've stopped in, the staff is so sweet and generally quick to make their lattes. I can't speak for their other drinks, as I really only come here for the banana pudding matcha since it's one of my favorite dessert lattes right now. The matcha is smooth and honestly gets overshadowed by the housemade banana pudding, but I like that strong banana flavor. Also when the cookie melts in and you taste little cookie chunks... I love it. I recommend giving it a try at least once. Get your banana pudding matcha then stroll through The Camp or hang out at their little outdoor seating area.

Pandan matcha latte and Ube Rice Krispie
Janeva G.

Arrived here on a Thursday early afternoon. It wasn't busy and so I thought I would get my drink fairly soon. Unfortunately, it took 20 minutes to get one drink. I had to keep checking. They did not announce the order numbers either. Loved the pandan matcha latte. It had a nice earthy taste and the matcha had a bright green color. You can really taste the pandan flavoring too. I probably wouldn't come here again, only because the customer service was okay. And the parking lot is extremely small.

Andrea L.

A semi decent matcha spot. I think it's a little over hyped. The matcha itself was mid quality. I've definitely had a lot better. The syrups had an odd flavor to them that i cant quite put my finger on. I would rate the matcha a 4/10. The matcha flavor really fell short, it was masked too much by the milk. The cashier was kind. The parking isn't the best in the area, I had to make a few laps before a spot finally opened up. The inside was very crowded, all of the tables were full.

Shirley H.

I've been seeing Daydrift all over social media and wanted to try it since the matcha drinks look so pretty! I got the strawberry yuzu matcha latte and thought my drink was delicious. The strawberry and yuzu flavor go well together! Truly the prettiest matcha drinks!!

Jessica W.

Costa Mesa 的這家咖啡廳,我確定我有來過, 但好像是不同的咖啡廳,也不奇怪,現在的咖啡廳真的滿街都是,要針對下來真的不簡單,我試了他們最受歡迎的抹茶系列,說實話我沒有那麼喜歡,味道就是差那麼一點點,所以才給他們3分,其他的環境啊,服務啊,是還可以的

banana pudding and strawberry yuzu
Tammy V.

This place is a really cute little cafe spot in costa mesa with really aesthetic drinks. I really like their concept and variety of drinks that they have. I do wish the matcha is a bit stronger since u can't really taste it but the toppings and other flavor combinations are good. The staff gave helpful recommendations!

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Lauren S.

Took 15-20 minutes for the drinks, but the presentation and interior is nice. However, the outdoor seating smelled like pee and there were flies everywhere. Worst part. strawberry yuzu matcha: 7/10 matcha latte: 6/10 (too much milk)

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