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    4.4 (828 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    This is the strawberry white chocolate latte. I believe the manager made this. It's best to ask for a Mug for the cute coffee insta pics.
    Londa V.

    Great coffee, friendly staff, and a cozy atmosphere. Everything was fresh and delicious, and the service was excellent. This is the strawberry white chocolate latte. I believe the manager made this. The Spanish latte taste great as well. It's best to ask for a Mug for the cute coffee insta pics.

    Cute sitting area out front
    Devin B.

    I have been meaning to try this place for a while, so I made a point to go today! Parking is a big shared lot, so there is no trouble finding somewhere to park. Upon walking inside, it was quiet and there were just a couple other tables occupied. Ordering is primarily on a kiosk, and I only saw one employee working. I chose an iced Madagascar vanilla latte, decaf, and an almond croissant. One thing did strike me as odd; there is a 25cent upcharge for decaf. I have never been charged extra for decaf anywhere else. I try not to judge too hard on things like this, but because it is not typical, It takes a little off my experience when I have to pay extra to have my coffee the only way I can handle it without getting sick or super shaky. Beyond that, pricing and upgrades seemed pretty standard. After waiting a few minutes, the employee behind the counter brought my order to me where I was sitting! I was expecting to have it called out at the counter, but the personalized service was a nice touch. This was my only staff interaction, but it was nice although not expected. The coffee was good; tastes like a typical vanilla latte. Maybe their regular caffeinated coffee is more robust, but the decaf was fine and didn't have a distinctive "decaf" flavor. The croissant was slightly warmed up and tasted ok. It was a little chewing than I am used to, but the flavor was good. There is a little bit of almond paste in the middle. There is such a large variety of coffee shops to pick from, it can be hard to decide where to go next! This place was quiet, my coffee was fine, and the croissant was just ok. For the upcharge on decaf...I would like to return to try other drinks, but I'm probably going to avoid the coffee because of it.

    Winston L.

    Macha Latte has plenty of fresh and deep flavor. And the atmosphere is so great to enjoy relaxing vibe here.

    Morgan W.

    I'm in love with this spot! All of their ingredients are so high quality! Their matcha was incredible, the staff is very kind and I love how they offer both indoor and outdoor seating! Check out my instagram @morganxmatcha for the full review!!

    Peanut Butter Smoothie, chai latte
    Josh H.

    I ordered the peanut butter smoothie, chai latte with vanilla, blueberry muffin, international grilled cheese, and an avocado toast. The Peanut Butter smoothie was very good, it had a good consistency and flavor was great. If you don't like overly powered peanut butter then this would be perfect, but myself I wish there was an option on the menu for an extra scoop of peanut butter. I'm sure they'll do it if you ask, the staff was very friendly! The chai latte was great as well, I customized mine with multiple things so it will most likely taste different than most but im sure regardless it will be good. The international grilled cheese was very good, I personally don't like a ton of bread, and the bread on this was light, crunchy, and tasty. I would definitely recommend to order this. The Avocado toast was okay, there was a good amount of avocado which was the best part about it. I wish they put lemon pepper seasoning on it for more flavor. Also the bread is pretty basic, I wish it was more toasted. Overall it's not bad, but does not stand out compared to other cafes. The blueberry muffin was good, pretty comparable to most cafes, I would recommend to order if you're craving it, but I wouldn't go out of my way for it. The ambiance is nice and clean, good music, plenty of seating for studying. The staff was very accommodating and friendly. I would definitely recommend to stop by here for your next study session.

    Lavender lemonade

    This place fills your cup with ice and pours maybe 2 oz of actual beverage. They sell Costco croissants for $10. They don't use gloves, so the hands that wash and take out trash are the same hands that touch your food.

    Dana T.

    Cute cafe with good food and drinks! I got the croissant with ham and added spinach and it was a delicious breakfast. My boyfriend also really enjoys their cold brew.

    ceremonial matcha latte
    Jenny C.

    I ordered the ceremonial matcha latte on the kiosk and it took quite a while to come out. There were few people studying here so it's definitely more of a study spot than socializing spot. The matcha latte tasted more milky and I couldn't really taste the matcha. Maybe I'd try their other drinks next time. Ambiance was very quiet and spacious.

    Forum S.

    This is such a cute coffee shop! It feels very comfortable and every one there was super friendly. I got the golden milk tea. It's prepaid so I could adjust the sugar levels. In general, I don't like sugary drinks so this was too sweet for me but I did think the tea itself tasted really good. I also got a chocolate scone. They warmed it up for me and it was delicious. It was the perfect ratio of chocolate chips to scone. This is a great place to stop by and grab a cup to go or sit and work for a bit. They had plugs and wifi and you could easily find a nice area to sit in to work.

    breakfast burrito, strawberry smoothie, and strawberry matcha

    Ok wait this place is one of my regulars to study and get coffee bc it's actually really good and the staff are so friendly. I would gatekeep but that's messed up.

    breakfast burrito
    Tricia N.

    Came here before going to the office for a little pick-me-up on a rainy day. It's a cute and cozy cafe in Fullerton with a variety of coffees, teas, and sandwiches in their menu. Ordered a breakfast burrito and Kyoto Cold Brew with oat milk. Kyoto cold brew (I chose the Intentional Blend I believe) was pretty decent, it's very smooth and goes well with the oat milk, no sweetener needed imo. As for the burrito, I really wanted to modify it with no onions and peppers but the mix of the burrito is premade apparently. I decided not to be a big baby and ordered it and it was really delicious and tasty especially with the salsa. It was definitely the pick-me-up I needed this morning. As for the service, the man in the front (may be the owner but I am not sure) was very friendly and made sure that all orders of customers were taken care of and came out timely. I was in and out within about 8-10 mins which isn't bad for someone who ordered a big breakfast burrito haha. Will definitely be back here to try other things from their menu!

    Patrick C.

    Absolutely loved my visit. I ordered the Masala chai tea and it was incredibly flavorful.. the perfect balance of spice + sweetness, easily one of the better chai teas I've had in the area. Thoughtful little details that stood out, were the matcha tea whisks displayed on the shelf, a small touch, but it added a lot to the overall aesthetic and made it feel like they really care about quality and presentation. Service was fast and friendly. Definitely a great spot for a quick pick me up!! Will be coming back!

    Outside seating
    Jeremy L.

    It's a specialty coffee shop with the intention of serving exceptional coffee, tea, pastries, brunch, and desserts. They aim to be intentional with more than just coffee, but also with their service, conversation, and community. The staff is friendly and they do love conversations. Very fast with service, and they definitely get a sporadic burst of customers. Plenty of seating here, but what I love is that the conversations are louder, (but not too loud) than the music, it really shows the community here. I ordered the Madagascar Vanilla Latte, the Madagascar Vanilla syrup is made in house, no artificial flavors here. The coffee is so smooth, and flavorful, I loved it and also the foam artwork! I love this place, I would definitely come back.

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    They make a good cappuccino. Highly recommend the cappuccino. Is good slightly nutty flavor with almond milk.

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    Ask the Community - Intentional Coffee

    Hi, bit random, but do you have an advent calendar?

    No, we don't have it.

    Do you sell fresh roasted whole bean coffee?

    Thank you so much for reaching out. We received fresh coffee every Thursday. The maximum time we have them on shelf is 2 weeks when is perfect to use. Coffee should never be brewed right after roasting it.… 

    Is in-door seating available?

    Yes we have indoor seating with face mask required when not actively eating or drinking.

    Is the seating only outside for now?

    Yes, only outside seating front & patio for now.

    Do you restrooms available for customers?

    Yes, it’s open for customers.

    Is there outdoor seating and WiFi to do work / study?

    We have outdoor seatings with wifi but signal is not that strong.

    Are you a coffee roaster as well? If not where do your beans come from?

    We use Stereoscope for our espresso with our own ratio and Groundwork for our Cold brew for now. Thanks!

    Is there WiFi available?

    Yes. Good place to study get some work done

    Is this still a dog friendly restaurant?

    I was there with my dog about two weeks ago so i would say i believe so!

    Are there a lot of outlets?

    There some outlets on the outside patio, and there are a few inside as well. I would definitely say they have a good amount of outlets considering the size of the shop.

    Can I smoke outside seat area?

    Sorry, it’s smoke free seating. Thanks for your cooperation !

    Do you guys have a lot of outlets?

    yes, we do have in & outside!

    Do they have oat or coconut milk?

    Yes, we have oat, almond, soy & hemp milk.

    Do they have iced matcha latte?

    Yes ! Organic ceremonial matcha and you can get it sweetened or unsweetened !

    Are they dog friendly?

    Yes ! Our patio is

    Looking for a new coffee shop to visit with my 91 year old Dad. Do play classical music in the afternoon?

    Hello~ Welcome you & your lovely dad! What kind of classical music do you want us to play? We can play your dad’s favorite music thru Spotify. Let us know when you arrive. Carl.

    What sizes do they have?

    They serve 16oz for the Iced & 12oz for the hot.

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    Mar7aba Cafe & Sweets

    Mar7aba Cafe & Sweets

    4.8
    (148 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$

    Food: We honestly picked Mar7aba mostly because it was the closest place to meet up with a friend…read morewho lives nearby, but it ended up being one of the biggest surprises I've had in a while. The cakes here are incredible. My husband and I ordered the Iraqi Karak Tea, Hot Lime Tea, Biscoff Cake, and Pistachio Chocolate Cake. The hot lime tea was warm, comforting, and had a slight tartness that I really enjoyed. The only thing I would note is that it may not be the ideal pairing with their desserts because the tea itself is also fairly sweet. As for the cakes, both were fantastic. The Biscoff Cake was honestly one of the best cakes I've ever eaten. It was rich without being too greasy, perfectly balanced, and the Biscoff flavor came through beautifully. The Pistachio Chocolate Cake was also a huge winner, with a great combination of nutty pistachio and decadent soft chocolate flavors. We came for a casual meetup and left talking about the desserts the entire drive home. Price: Prices were very reasonable considering the quality. Tea drinks are generally around $4-6, while specialty cakes such as the Biscoff Cake and Pistachio Cake are about $12-14 per slice. Overall, expect to spend around $15-20 per person if you're getting drinks AND dessert, which feels like a great value given how impressive the cakes were. Ambiance: The café has a cozy neighborhood feel and serves as a nice place to sit down, catch up with friends, and enjoy Iraqi tea and desserts. It doesn't try to be overly trendy or flashy, which actually adds to its charm. The focus here is clearly on the drinks, sweets, and hospitality. Service: Servers were friendly and welcoming when getting our order. We felt comfortable hanging out and chatting for a while, and the staff were helpful when answering questions about the menu. Parking: Since it's located in like a strip mall/shopping plaza on Brookhurst, parking was relatively easy and convenient. There's a free outside shared lot in front.

    I was hella tired on the drive home, pulled over for gas, looked over, and saw this café like it…read morewas calling my name. Figured I'd slide in for a little caffeine intervention. I was stuck between the Turkish coffee and the pistachio latte, but wifey gave me the look and said, Get the pistachio.. Fellas... just listen to your wife. Saves time and apparently leads to great coffee. The girl behind the counter looked like she was running the whole show by herself and was straight hustlin'. She never missed a beat. Respect. The little tic-tac-toe games on the tables were clutch the kids stayed busy instead of negotiating a WWE match. The Middle Eastern music in the background made the whole place feel warm and inviting, and that Biscoff cheesecake Man... I almost ordered another slice but I'm not trying to stay a big back.. Don't sleep on this spot. We'll definitely be slidin' back.

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    Ancient Mesopotamian cuneiform writing
    Ancient Mesopotamian cuneiform writing
    Biscoff Tres Leches Cake, Pistachio Cake, Pomegranate Refresher with 2 shots espresso (baristas creation not on menu)
    Biscoff Tres Leches Cake, Pistachio Cake, Pomegranate Refresher with 2 shots espresso (baristas creation not on menu)
    Biscoff cake with white chocolate and pistachio latte, so rich so delicious !

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    Biscoff cake with white chocolate and pistachio latte, so rich so delicious !
    Auria Coffee

    Auria Coffee

    4.0
    (346 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$

    20/10!! We got the double matcha unsweetened, the tiramisu, and cold brew Kyoto(highly recommend…read morefor coffee lovers)! All amazing! I would definitely recommend the Berries Croffle over the Nutella Croffle, I found the berries one to be more balanced on sweetness! This is definitely a great study spot! They even had a separate section with plenty of seating. They have a cashier and also kiosk to order!

    I've been coming here since it started as Artis Coffee, saw it become Auria Coffee. I thought their…read moredrinks were decent, I liked their Cream Peach & Cream Apple for their non-coffee options. The service was still not too bad, they're still trying their best when it gets very busy, They are still kind & helpful as best as they can be. However, everytime I came by recently, it felt like the people who are there to study, hang out, etc. Are very rude. - I opened the door for a couple walking out as I walked in, they glared at me, and passed. I was just like "....ok?". - The lines for the Kiosk/Register is very unorganized, I couldn't tell which one was which, everytime I go there are groups that just like go from behind to squeeze in next to me for their group, even pushing me and not saying excuse me, and they continue being loud. Besides that, just the vibe of the place now is very uncomfortable. If anything, I'll just start ordering online/pick up from now on. I'll still have to deal with those type of people and can't change it, but it's better than waiting and being around those type of individuals

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    Auria Coffee
    Black sesame latte & Biscoff latte
    Black sesame latte & Biscoff latte
    Blue Yuzu Tonic, Coconut Matcha Cloud, Tiramisu Latte, Peach Black Tea

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    Blue Yuzu Tonic, Coconut Matcha Cloud, Tiramisu Latte, Peach Black Tea
    Vivot Craft Cafe

    Vivot Craft Cafe

    4.2
    (1.1k reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    You can tell this place really cares about every drink they make! Prices were super reasonable for…read moresuch good quality drinks! This is the perfect study spot as well, good amount of seating with good food and drinks! I got the peach matcha with hojicha foam, perfect amount of sweet and not overpowering peach flavor in my matcha which I love so much!

    Do not spend a single dollar here. Allergen requests ignored, orders wrong, zero accountability…read more If you have a food allergy, do not eat here. Full stop. The written menu advertises nondairy milk and ingredient modifications, but the kiosk doesn't actually let you select any of them. Staff told us to put substitutions in "special comments" and promised they'd be honored. They weren't- on a single order, twice. We ordered two coffees (oat milk, whole milk) and two customized breakfast burritos. It took 40 minutes. We were the only customers in the cafe. When the food came out, nothing was labeled / not the drinks, not the burritos- and staff couldn't tell us which was which. When I explained that one of us has a dairy allergy and asked them to identify the allergen-free items, I got a blank stare. We opened both burritos: both had cheese, despite my explicit no-cheese request. Their solution? "Can you pick it out?" No. You cannot pick out melted cheese from an allergen order. I was not offered a fresh burrito, just another blank stare until I specifically stated "I need you to remake this with the proper ingredients and confirm what you put in." Once again the burrito came out with no label, and when I asked for clarity on what was in it I was again met me with a blank stare. My partner's burrito was also wrong (pico she'd asked to have removed), but by then the 40-minute wait had made her late for work. When I asked for a refund on her incorrect meal, I was told they couldn't refund it "because she left." When I asked to leave written feedback: "we don't accept written feedback." Manager? Not in. Manager's phone number? Don't have it. But here's what pushed this from bad service to abominable: there is no way to hold this place accountable. At no point did anyone acknowledge a mistake had been made or make any real attempt to fix it- every wrong order was met with a shrug and the expectation that I'd just live with it. When I asked to leave written feedback, I was told they don't accept it. When I asked for the manager, they weren't in. When I asked for a manager's phone number or someone to contact, the employee "didn't have access to that." A business that serves people with food allergies MUST have a way for customers to flag problems in real time and reach management. This place has built a system where mistakes can't be reported, refunds can't be issued, and no one is responsible for anything. To be clear, this isn't on the line staff - one employee clearly hadn't been given the language support or training to succeed, and that's a management failure. The other younger employee was just incompetent and unhelpful, even though she was clearly aware of the requests. If you advertise allergen accommodations, you have to execute them, label them, and answer for it when you don't. Until this place fixes its ordering system, its labeling, and its total lack of accountability, spend your money literally anywhere else.

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    Bagel w lots of cream cheese 11.06.25
    Bagel w lots of cream cheese 11.06.25
    Mango matcha w oat milk !! PT LORD ! so yummy
    Mango matcha w oat milk !! PT LORD ! so yummy
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