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    KIT Coffee

    4.1 (790 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Loud
    Classy
    Good for working
    Good for kids

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    Creamsicle Matcha Latte
    Angie K.

    Great Visit To KIT Coffee, Located Newport Beach!! Relaxed, Casual Atmosphere & Friendly Staff!! Menu Offers Coffee Drinks, Espresso, Signature, Lattes, Teas & Seasonal!! Food Items Offers Avocado Toasts, Savory, Burritos, Sweets, Pastries & Add Ons!! Recent Visit, Ordered The Seasonal Creamsicle Matcha Latte Togo!! Good Creamy, Smooth Matcha Drink!! Busy Place, Line & Service Was Helpful & Efficient!! Will Return Again!! ThankU

    Salted maple latte with oat milk
    Sandy C.

    Parking is awful, I wouldn't frequent this spot just because of the parking situation. Getting coffee should be a relaxing experience imo. Felt employees were friendly, despite other reviews. Decor is nice, with seating inside and out as well. I ordered the maple salted latte which is super good, would like mine a little stronger though, maybe another shot next time. I'm happy with my choice and would def get this again however.

    Berry matcha + white mint matcha
    Justin A.

    Started my morning here with family for a caffeine boost and was pleasantly surprised. I ordered the berry matcha, which comes with oat milk by default, and really enjoyed it. The sweetness was perfectly balanced and the berry flavor didn't overpower the drink. The matcha quality itself was just okay, the drink as a whole came together well. I'd give it a solid 7.5/10. Also got to try a few sips of what my family ordered, including the 'purple dream' and 'strawberry alarm clock' which were both solid. There's plenty of parking in the plaza and even around the corner, plus a spacious interior with lots of patio seating. A nice spot for a chill morning coffee run. I'd definitely come back when I'm in the area and in the mood to try something new.

    iced latte
    Becky C.

    very cute coffee shop! I really liked the decor an the windows made the place feel so opened and clean. I got an iced latte and I thought it was a little watered down but I have a preference for very dark and strong coffee. Parking was a little hard in the plaza since there were so many people. There is more parking but its reserved for the medical center.

    (Left) Triple Double Matcha
    Kathryn G.

    This is the only coffee shop I'll wake up early to get there at opening for a matcha. Their Triple Double Matcha is my favorite strawberry matcha in OC.

    Inside seating
    Melissa H.

    I visited Kit coffee for the first time this past week and am looking forward to going back again! We ordered two avocado toasts and two lattes - I'd order those exact items again. In particular, I felt that the coffee was much better than other coffee I've had in the area (humanity, etc.) Heads up if you order food, they give you a number - the number is only for the food. You pick up the coffee yourself at the pickup area. There was tons of seating. Groups chatting, students working, and some folks reading.

    Adriana M.

    I've been going to kit coffee a few times now and I'm always pleased with the customer service! They are always so helpful and nice! I love going here for the pour overs! They are always perfect every time! This place has indoor and outdoor seating! A nice comfy place for a coffee date!

    seasonal drink menu
    Jordan X.

    This place is always packed to the brim! The line usually goes pretty quickly though. All the drinks I have tried here have been really really good. Like so good I always want a second one. My favorite drink is their Strawberry Alarm Clock, which is just a strawberry latte. I would recommend it full sweet if you want the full strawberry flavor. I usually get my lattes half sweet, but this one tastes better full; the strawberry flavor gets diluted when it's half sweet. Their breakfast burrito is decent for a quick breakfast as well. The main downside of this place is the size. It's tiny and cramped and there are always so many people waiting for their drinks, that they crowd all the tables inside. The tables are not the cleanest either - this place is more of a grab-and-go place for me!

    Strawberry Wild and caramel latte
    Chris D.

    After eating lunch next door I figured I would check this coffee shop out. There was a line out the door and there's no menu telling you the options until you get to the register. The giant wall menu is just the general categories and prices. While waiting in line I checked out their online menu but even that was missing the seasonal drinks. Crowds never slowed down with a constant line out the door. Atmosphere is very cold and sterile with service to match. I ordered the "strawberry wild latte" and my wife ordered the caramel. We snagged a table and waited for them to softly mumble my name in the deafening loud room. If you miss your name your order will sit there for eternity. I have to agree with the review from a few days ago. People try to cut the line. Two times a group tried to cut us in line. Be aware! This is no cozy relaxing coffee shop! I wasn't feeling the place until I took a sip of my drink. Entire thing was infused with strawberry, not just the cold foam. It was delicious to the last sip and I was sad when the astronomically priced drink was over. My wife loved her drink too. Pastry case was empty. We liked their drinks and would go again if I was in the area but wouldn't make a special trip just to come here.

    pumpkin patch latte
    Tracy N.

    Went pretty early in the morning so there wasn't a wait and parking was easy. The cafe had a decent amount of seating indoors and outdoors. Service was quick and they were happy to make adjustments when my friend didn't like her drink (she said the matcha was too bitter for her preference) Pumpkin patch latte: 4/5. I liked this a lot but I thought the cup was slightly small for the price

    Lana L.

    Kit coffee has always been popular in the OC area and I never got to try it until now. It was very worth the visit because of their delicious foods and their unique blends of coffee. Their seasonal s'mores latte was so delicious and the perfect amount of sweetness. They make the drinks fast but with good quality. For the food, I got the cilantro rice which was really good especially with the sauce and my friend got the breakfast burrito which was also very delicious with the green sauce. The inside is very nice for a coffee chat but I would advise you that it is kind of crowded during brunch time

    Arugula Salad
    Tina L.

    Great ambience and baristas. Plenty of seating inside and outside for a cafe. Parking was a breeze for me (there's also a lot in the back). No restroom but there's a building shared around the corner that just requires a code. Tried -Seasonal Boysenberry Matcha Latte with Almond milk: Creamy and loved the housemade boysenberry cream top. There's even some cute purple sugar crystals that make the drink pop on top. A more lighter matcha taste perfect if you don't like that grassy matcha taste. -Arugula Salad: Refreshing with quality ingredients. Two sunny side eggs had a perfect crisp and the avocado was perfectly sliced and plated on top. There was a slight citrus salty seasoning and fresh grounded black pepper flakes that made this delicious. I would've loved maybe a fruit topping with this like strawberries or raisins but overall, great!

    Triple Double Matcha
    Rylee C.

    This was a nice cafe! It was cute and had a decent amount of seating both indoor and outdoor. Friendly staff and our drinks came out fairly quick. My friend and I both got the Triple Double Matcha which was pretty good. Not as matcha-y as I was thinking it would be considering the "Triple Double" in the name but still good! I would definitely come back to try some of their other drinks. Note: parking was a nightmare so be prepared!

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    Ask the Community - KIT Coffee

    Do you have sugar free syrups?

    No, only house made

    Hi! Do you use ceremonial grade matcha?

    Mizuba!

    Do they make their own vanilla syrup?

    Yes

    Does Kit still offer delivery? I no longer see them on Postmates.

    Are customers allowed to bring dogs?

    Service animals only

    What brand of Oat and Almond milk do they use? Is it raw or a boxed brand like Almond Breeze?

    Califia

    Do they have a phone number?

    Do they have outlets?

    They have two but most of the time they're taken. Go fully charged and drink their coffee.

    Is there any gluten free options?

    Yes. They have gluten free deserts and I believe a few other food options.

    Does Kit offer gluten free bread options for the avocado toast?

    =) I appreciate the humor in your question. To heck with Avo Toast or gluten free, but their coffee selection is awesome!

    Do they have nonfat milk?

    Yes!

    Do they have coconut milk as a non-dairy alt?

    They have almond and soy, no coconut milk

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    4.0(478 reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    Locally owned & operated
    Free WiFi

    I visited the Salty Horse on Saturday for lunch and it was a great spot ! This gem of a restaurant…read moreis seed oil-free, which is such a rare find and greatly appreciated. They're open daily from 8 AM to 8 PM, making it perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. We started with the Avocado Toast as a starter, and it was delicious a must-try! The highlight of my meal was definitely the Cowboy Steak Frites; the ribeye steak cooked to perfection, topped with rich cowboy butter, and those truffle parmesan fries were a perfect pairing. For drinks, we started with Fresh Pressed Blueberry Mint Lemonade($6). It was refreshing and not too sweet. Before heading out we grabbed a Berries and Cream Matcha ,less sweet ($8.50) and a seasonal Banana Bandit Matcha. Both had great taste and were delicious. The outdoor seating area is a lovely spot for small groups. If you're looking for tasty food without the seed oils, Salty Horse is the place to go! I can't wait to return and explore more of their menu! One thing to mention is their parking is street parking but there was plenty of spaces to park .

    The only downside is the long line and wait to the counter…read more The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. The salty red burrito was an absolute delight. The sauces perfectly complemented the burrito, adding a delightful spice kick. The iced mocha latte was a great pairing for this burrito.

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    MoonGoat Coffee Roasters - Smoked Salmon Bagel

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    4.3(880 reviews)
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    My favorite hangout and work spot. This is where I come…read morefor-- well just about everything, at least 2-3 times a week! Coffee, tea, breakfast, a chill place to read, or a counter top to sit and focus on work. It's my default cafe spot. The staff are excellent, always on top of it and friendly. There is no obligation for anyone to remember my name or get to know me or my usual order, but they do and it's very much appreciated and noticed. They'll always take care of you and make sure you're happy with your order and your experience. They are always attentive and professional. Kitchen staff are *chefs kiss* really good at what they do. Always hot and fresh and work hard to get the orders out and at 100% their best. Never had a wrong order, even during peak hours. Met a few new faces here and it's nice to always feel like this is a community watering hole. If it's busy and the line is long they have iPads to help ease the flow of traffic. Parking is a bit tight but the valet staff do a pretty good job of regulating the flow and other people are usually pretty good about the 10 min parking. I love the turkey sandwich here and the eggs Benedict-- both are a weekly must for me now. Having worked as a barista myself at expensive/ritzy coffee houses-- this one beats them all for sure. 6/5 stars

    I wanted to love this place because of all the hype, but as a matcha girl... the matcha just didn't…read morehit for me. My friend did really enjoy her churro latte and cinnamon roll pastry though, so maybe coffee and pastries are the safer move here. Service was a little mid. It was Mother's Day, so maybe the guy working was just overwhelmed or having an off day, but he definitely seemed like he didn't want to be there. The space itself is huge and honestly probably the best part. Tons of seating inside and outside, making it a great place to get some work done or just hang out for a while. The environment was calm and quiet, which I appreciated. I also loved the art pieces on the walls and all the plants they had for sale. They offer a lot of grab and go options plus merch, which added to the overall aesthetic vibe.

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    Nook Coffee Bar - Filthy Mexican Chai

    Nook Coffee Bar

    4.5(715 reviews)
    3.8 mi
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    matcha was good but hojicha was genuinely so buns take this off the menu ive had good hojicha and…read morethis tasted like straight mud why even sell this?? still drank it tho #antifoodwaste its so bad tho get the matcha not this terrible concoction

    I've now been to both The Nook in Costa Mesa and Torrance and I can confidently say... I get the…read morehype. At the Costa Mesa location, parking was a little tricky at first, but after circling we got lucky with a corner spot. The location itself is SO cute! It's right next to colorful barrel fountains, and on a sunny day it honestly felt like the perfect coffee outing. The line was pretty long and you are standing in direct sun, so just keep that in mind, but the service was quick and efficient once you order. Inside, it's small but really charming, with Sunny Angels hidden around and a very open, friendly vibe. My sister (who is basically a professional coffee drinker at this point ) got the matcha and said it was her favorite, which says a lot. I got the iced Spanish latte with oat milk, and it was SO good. Spanish lattes are my go-to, and this one had the perfect hint of cinnamon without being overly sweet. Even as the ice melted, it still tasted great, which is rare. The Torrance location was just as good! Parking was easier, the space is bigger, and the service was still super friendly and fast. My husband got the cold brew "Nook way" and finished it in like 10 minutes. He said it tasted like Golden Grahams cereal. Highly recommend both locations and especially the Spanish latte. Definitely worth the visit!

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    Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee - Biscoff Cookie Butter. Gingerbread cake with biscoff cookie crumble and powdered sugar on top. Delicious!

    Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee

    4.4(5.2k reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    I usually love coming to sidecar because of their delicious donuts but I was very disappointed…read morewith the service I received today. It was 10 min before closing & idk if the girls were just rushing to close down but one girl in particular had an attitude. There was a miscommunication / misunderstanding with the girl who took my coffee order (I had assumed the seasonal banana latte came with the foam as pictured & because she didn't ask if I wanted the foam, I didn't ask for it more-so bc she asked if I wanted the brittle on top). When they handed me my drink it was a plain banana latte with no foam or brittle. I was ignored when I tried calling for the barista until another girl followed up - however this girl had an attitude. She told me that I must not have ordered it since they ask at the register if I want foam with brittle. Explained they didn't ask. Instead she just said "sorry I'll let them know for next time". And walked away leaving me with my drink as is. Didn't offer any sort of resolution. I walked in and asked they could charge me extra for the foam. The same girl with the attitude remade my drink and handed it to me. No thank you, no sorry, nothing. First time experiencing this kind of service. Not sure if the girl is new but saw someone else share a similar experience couple days ago. Wish I would have asked for her name!

    Sidecar never ever misses and they have me hooked with their seasonal flavors. They have the best…read moredonuts, and I'm not even a donut person. I specifically LOVE their cake donuts. I could go on and on about them... seriously. This time we had to come try their collab with Cake Picnic, which was the golden hour grey donut. Let me tell you, it was bomb.com. The orange flavor was phenomenal and I have no notes. We also got the strawberry donut and hot chocolate with almond milk, both obviously very good as well. It was my first time getting the hot chocolate and I was honestly surprised with how yummy it was. It was not too chocolatey and not too milky. It was the perfect balance and the perfect pairing with the donuts.

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    Cinnamon Roll. Cross section.

    Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee - The Apple Pan Pie. Filled with apple chunks in a spiced compote. Topped with whipped cream and drizzled with caramel.

    The Apple Pan Pie. Filled with apple chunks in a spiced compote. Topped with whipped cream and drizzled with caramel.

    Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee - White Chocolate Banana Bread. Moist banana bread cake with chocolate chips inside & white chocolate glaze. Toasted walnuts on top.

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    White Chocolate Banana Bread. Moist banana bread cake with chocolate chips inside & white chocolate glaze. Toasted walnuts on top.

    Kean Coffee Artisan Roasters - Caffe Napoli Latte

    Kean Coffee Artisan Roasters

    4.4(1.6k reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    I have been a huge fan of this place since it was rebirthed from Dietrich's coffee. I was sad to…read moresee the former place go, was super excited to see that it had not died completely. This is one of those if you know you know places. With so much corporate coffee out there, it's nice to find a place that really takes pride in small batch coffee. Parking can be slightly challenging, as this is a very busy strip mall. But if you're lucky you can get a parking spot right out front. Inside is warm and inviting, great friendly staff, who know their stuff and are willing to make suggestions. Plenty of seating options both inside and out, and on Spring and summer days the outside is definitely happening. To be honest, I have never had anything bad here. I always like to try the different baked goods and everything has been on point. Their coffee drinks are second to none, and I just can't say enough good things about this. I think if I was to open a coffee shop it would be just like this. You can't beat the people, the prices are reasonable, and the service is top notch. Bottom line? If you are in the Southern California area, Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, or Balboa, this is your go-to place.

    Decided to treat myself to another cup of coffee while I was in the area. There's not many coffee…read moreshop roasters around me, so I was really excited to try Kean Coffee. Parking: Free parking lot. They're located in a busy plaza, so finding a parking spot can be a hit or miss. Ambiance/Environment: They have a small space with a decent amount of indoor and outdoor seating. I visited on a Sunday afternoon, and it was very busy. All indoor and outdoor tables were filled. Great spot to get some work done or a simple coffee date. Service: The cashier at the register was nice. Throughput was quick & efficient after ordering. They also sell their own coffee beans. There's a great selection of pastries and parfaits for a quick breakfast. Drinks: I love their story of sourcing and roasting their own beans. They offer a great range of coffee. I'm a latte girly, so I decided to try the Caffe Napoli Latte. This had hazelnut and white chocolate. It was definitely on the sweeter end, but wow this tasted amazing! Even though it was sweet, the espresso still came through. Pricing: They have four different sizes - 8 oz, 12 oz, 16 oz, and 20 oz. Prices are as expected. I'd definitely visit again when I'm in the area!

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    Kean Coffee Artisan Roasters - Dining area

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    Neat Coffee - Coffee Soda-- recommended by Orange County Magazine. Yummy and refreshing!

    Neat Coffee

    4.4(553 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$

    My first impression of the cafe was that it looks and feels like a quaint house. When I walked in,…read moreit felt like I was in a house from a coming of age movie. The baristas were very kind and welcoming. I saw lots of seating and also peeped seating outside as I looked for the bathroom. The bathroom was very clean and beautifully decorated, which I really appreciate in a coffee shop. :) I ordered the rosemary caramel latte hot and a morning roll. I closed my eyes for the first sip and was so happy about how smooth the foam was. The rosemary flavor came through first, then it was softened by the sweetness of the caramel. It paired very nicely with the slight orange flavor of the morning bun. I am usually a sipper but I drank it quite quickly, which is usually a good indicator that I absolutely love the drink. I was tempted to stay for longer, but had to go because the parking lot has 5 minute spots. I will definitely be back for more! :)

    The Neat One with housemade vanilla syrup: 3/5. This was an ok iced latte. Kinda milky, almost…read morebland, but I did taste a subtle vanilla flavor. It wasn't super sweet, though I would've enjoyed it more if it had more flavored syrup and/or a stronger coffee presence. The barista who took my order was chipper and patient. Since straws were apparently behind the counter since they haven't gotten around to restocking the self-service area, I requested one for my iced latte. Those straws weren't individually wrapped, so it grossed me out when the barista handed one to me with her bare hands. It's a cute shop with minimalist, modern vibes. Barely any parking there, so we parked a block away and walked over to its little nook. They also sell a variety of roasted beans, and we liked the Pantan Sinaku Indonesia beans from Dune Coffee Roasters. If I were to come back, I'd try the Shakerato, as it seems to be consistently crowd-pleasing.

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