Oh this cafe is sooo lovely. New favorite! There's such a nice and gentle feel to this place. My…read morefriend and I came here on a rainy Sunday morning and it was so cozy inside :) The staff is incredibly kind and helpful. I especially loved their raspberry croissant, which was sweet and filled with a yummy raspberry jam. I've never had anything like it, so interesting! My friend ordered the coffee flight and I had a hot matcha latte. We loved the variety in the coffee flight and the matcha was very smooth and tasty. This cafe is very clean and their menu items are beautifully presented. It's clear that a lot of love goes into everything. I'm excited to come back!

I've visited Redshift on the weekend and also during the week, and I would say it's much livelier…read moreon the weekends. This is clearly a well-loved spot for studying or catching up with friends. RAF coffee was definitely a treat, super smooth and creamy, and I can see why it's popular. I think the banana mocha is a great drink for folks who aren't huge coffee drinkers. Bumble coffee was a bit too acidic for me with the OJ. Prices are reasonable and their seasonal drinks are novel enough that I plan to return on a semi-regular basis.

My friend and I were doing a San Diego roundtrip and knew we needed to caffeinate. She had heard…read moreabout Sabr, so we decided to do a pitstop on the way. We came in on a Saturday morning around 10AM, and the whole cafeteria area was essentially empty - other than 3 tables. This would be a GREAT place to study or do some productive work! I ordered the CTM - Cinnamon Toast Matcha. It was DELICIOUS! Who knew how complimentary cinnamon toast crunch would be matcha. I also decided to try the zatar cheese danish which was a different flavor from what I've had, but was so tasty! It's a little pricy, but not more than the cost of other cafes. If I lived in the area or was back in the area again, I would definitely stop in and try other drinks and pastries! What a hidden local gem!

My friend and I were dropping off my partner at a local pickleball spot and were craving matcha, so…read morewe came across Sabr Cafe! We honestly didn't realize it was tucked inside a religious/community center. There were a lot of people studying there, and the space itself was really open and spacious. We were afraid that we were being too loud so I don't recommend this place to hang out unless you're studying or doing work. We also liked that there was a restaurant next to Sabr, so we ended up getting a quesadilla that was HUGE and was yummy treat to go with our drinks. For matcha, I got the einspanner and my friend got the Cinnamon Toast Matcha. I really enjoyed the einspanner matcha! It was smooth and definitely hit the spot. My only mistake was drinking it around 2 PM because I literally could not sleep the rest of the night haha. Overall, good drinks and a chill place to study. Will definitely come back again and try their other drinks next time!

Not open at 6 o'clock like they say. We were there Saturday morning at 6:30, and no one was there.read more

Fantastic cafe full of class & charm…read more Well worth the journey no matter where you are in OC. Yemeni coffee is the best in the world, no question.

Perhaps my new favorite cafe/bakery! The bread here is actually amazing... I only got to try 2 of…read moretheir sandwiches (both are excellent) but they have so many pastries/breads that I need to come back to try!!! Their drinks are fine nothing crazy, but I will definitely be coming for their bread. Their prices are on the pricier side... but the experience is 10/10. Lots of seating inside and outside, feels like it is always pretty packed.

Brio Brio Bakery and Cafe is my FAVORITE matcha and Japanese bakery of all of Orange County right…read morein my city! My favorite would have to be their Matcha Yuzu Lemonade and Strawberry Hojicha !! I bring all my friends here and they are obsessed with the sandwiches and the side salad! There is plenty of outdoor seating and some indoor seating as well. The outdoor seating is wonderful with lots of plants and some shaded areas making a wonderful ambiance during the afternoon after rush hour. Please note most bake goods sell out around 1 PM. The service is great and will bring your orders to you when eating inside the restaurant.

Located at the same plaza as Albertsons and Tesla charging station, so plenty of parking…read more This coffee house gives the Hawaiian vibe and has many choices of Latte & tea drinks. They also serve freshly made breakfast and have different kinds of musubi you can grab by the cash register. There's also different yummy pastries to choose from. Depending on the time you come, it gets really busy and full inside. Service is fast and the staff are so friendly and accommodating. Lucky to live close by to this coffee shop. I used to go to the one in Mission Viejo (Kona Loa)

Note to the owner:…read more Yes, the barista did mention that but he also said that he is gonna just use the strawberry syrup which is gonna make the drink to be ok. Oh boy.... Where should I start?! Got the strawberry latte (half sweet) which is their seasonal "special". Oh yes it was very special and not in a good way. It tasted like strawberry water. No espresso flavor at all. To make it worse, the cup was not even full to the top. If I am paying almost $7 for a latte, it better be full. The service was ok. Nothing special. They have TONS of Tesla charging stations in the front and that is how I came across this coffee shop (while charging my car). This was one of my least memorable coffee experiences. Unbookmark it!

Cooks Coffee is hands down one of the best mobile coffee experiences I've had in SoCal. Their…read moredrinks are thoughtfully curated with unique flavors, house made syrups and creams that I haven't tried anywhere else. I recently had the chance to indulge in their offerings again just a few weeks ago and they kept me powered for my shift all night. I highly recommend them for events and if you have the chance to see them, give their Knafeh latte a try. You won't be disappointed! I also love that they offer bottled lattes to take home so you can enjoy them during the work week! Some of my favorites are their Churro latte and vanilla cardamom. The owners are always super sweet and professional, and their aesthetic really elevates the experience at the events I've been too! Solid 10/10!

The specialty drinks are amazing!! Had their churro latte & the nifty at their launch party and…read moreI've been craving them ever since. The barista knows his coffee and is so detailed. It's refreshing to see a coffee biz care about making sure all their drinks is made to par Definitely going to hire them at my next big event!!

I first had Bodhi Leaf Coffee when I worked in Yorba Linda, and haven't had it since I started…read moreworking in Irvine 5 years ago. To my surprise! I drove by this one the other day on the way back from lunch, and of course I had to stop by! I'm so happy to be reunited with my favorite lavender latte again! Def check this place out if you live or work nearby. Their coffees do not disappoint!

Pretty good coffee place near the Clava sports center. A 12 oz latte is 5.25…read more The burritos are heated from frozen. I had one a while back and don't remember how it was. I guess it was neither great nor horrible. Today I got the avocado toast and it was pretty good. They don't skimp on the guacamole, and sprinkle red pepper flakes on top. The place is roomy and the temperature was nice at 7:45 AM.

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.

Stayed in Irvine overnight and was looking for a breakfast spot before hitting the road. Decided…read moreto check out Kona Loa due to their coffee choices. So glad we did. Inside is very cozy. There's also some seating outside as well. We love Portuguese sausage and was glad they had that as a protein option. Staff was very helpful when we asked for suggestions. We ordered the Kim chee burrito with Portuguese sausage and a breakfast burrito with Portuguese sausage. We also got the Island coffee (coconut flavored) and Spanish coffee (condensed milk and cinnamon). Both drinks were amazing. We also really liked the Kim chee burrito. One bite and my husband and I wish we ordered 2. It went so well with the sour cream. The service was very fast as well. This is a must try if you are in the area! Wish I had pictures but we enjoyed it so much it was gone.

As a diabetic, finding good, sugar free coffee is so hard! Enter The Human Bean! They have a bunch…read moreof SF flavors, 11+ according to their website. I'm so happy I found this place - also on top of every coffee they give you a coffee bean, I thought it was a nice touch. Can't wait to come back here.

I am a fan of the Human Bean and this has become a regular stop for me and my wife when in the…read morearea. The location itself is very small, located right off El Toro but can easily be missed if you don't know where to turn off. The line is almost always quite lengthy when we are there but the staff is great and the drinks typically come out quite quickly. My go to drink is the iced Snowy Mocha and it has great flavor and is always made to perfection. The pricing here is also quite good and they offer a substantial rewards program as well that adds up quickly. Although they have since opened a newer location closer to home in Garden Grove for me, I still prefer this location so far overall for consistency and overall pleasantness. I am a satisfied customer of theirs and hope to return again many times to come.

This is an excellent coffee shop in one of the office parks in Irvine near spectrum. There is a lot…read moreof great indoor and outdoor seating, although it does tend to get busy. On this visit, I had the caramel banana latte, which had a very nice flavor and was not too sweet. The only complaint (and I'm not docking points here), is that the bathroom is not within the cafe, and you have to get a key card from the staff in order to use the restroom (can be difficult if there is a long line to order).

This is an ok coffee shop... 5-Stars for atmosphere & 3-Stars for drinks. That gives it 4-Stars…read moreover all. There is lots of seating inside and out with spaces for working/studying more inside and relaxing outside. Its also a great place if you want to take some nice IG photos. The staff is friendly and make drinks quickly. But the coffee drinks themselves are just ok. We both had Cortados this time and they were a little tasteless and too hot. Drinkable but not worth coming back for. Last time I came in alone and had a Flat White that was terrible and I dumped it out. I did not have time to ask for another but I'm sure they would have remade it. Wall Writers is located in an office complex but in a good way. There is plenty of free parking and in the afternoon and on Saturdays you can park right at the entrance. The restroom is located in a separate building across the courtyard and watching people search for it can be mildly entertaining LOL It is a nice place to work with plenty of natural light and a wonderful patio for enjoying nice weather. I just wish the drinks were a little better. But because of the convenient location I will probably try it again. Maybe Ill try something iced?