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Micro Dose

4.4 (255 reviews)
ModerateCoffee & Tea
Open • 6:00 am - 5:00 pm
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Moderate noise
Good for working
Dogs allowed
Outdoor seating

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Kimberly B.

Cutest little coffee stop! Drive thru was busier than the in person line, regardless coffee came out efficiently! Employees are really sweet and courteous here. They have a couple benches outside to sit and wait but that's about it. This is a small shack stand with no inside seating so it's not ideal for studying or catching up with friends. Definitely more of a grab n go. Parking is extremely minimal, probably around two regular slots and two handicap slots. I was craving matcha over coffee so I got the Bananarama matcha with oatmilk! Strong green color, although gets really milky midway. Drink was tasty but not sure I'd be coming back for it. I know this cute quaint little spot is a lot more popular for their coffees themselves so I'll be returning to explore the menu more!

Justine R.

So good! That bananarama matcha is now my favorite And don't even get me started on the lox bagel! Wow, I've only had this place one other time but I forgot how good it is! The service was pretty slow for a Saturday but considering it was a Saturday, me and my friend didn't mind. Love the cute ambiance and their design, just love their branding in general!

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Teresa L.

If Barbie opened a coffee stand in Costa Mesa and hired a team of caffeine-fueled hype specialists, it would probably look a lot like Micro Dose. From the moment I pulled into the drive-thru, I couldn't stop smiling. The entire building is painted pink (what girly girl doesn't love pink?) from top to bottom, complete with playful signs, cheeky drink names, and enough personality to brighten even a gloomy morning. It's impossible not to enjoy the experience. I ordered the "Lox & Loaded" bagel which had plenty smoked salmon, cream cheese, red onion, and toasted sesame. I had only wished I asked for extra cream cheese as I love my bagel extra loaded. The bagel was flavorful, and satisfying. I mean even the packaging is adorable with a cute statement of "You deserve a little treat." I also had an iced flavored matcha. The "Banarama" (feels like a throw back song I know, oh the nostalgia!!) matcha was smooth, with a creamy banana top. It was refreshing and bursting with tasty banana cream pie memories. The moment you drive in you notice this place is not a regular run of the mill coffee shop. It's set apart from other coffee places by its clever branding, creative menu, and its whole concept. The pink building grabs your attention, but the signage and menu keep it. You can tell a lot of thought went into every detail. For those wanting to enjoy the outside experience there is a walk up window for ordering and a few parking places in the front. The service was friendly, efficient, and upbeat, making the experience even better. I was handed a menu upon driving up and they patiently waited on me to decide while making small talk and laughing with me. For the girlie girls this is a must! For the gentleman, if you want to surprise that special lady for coffee and a quick bite this is it!!! Micro Dose isn't just selling coffee, it's selling a mood. Honestly, I left with both caffeine and a better attitude than when I arrived. There's something to be said about that signage!

Not Your Mother's Latte - Espresso (or Matcha) with Oat Milk, Housemade Coconut Syrup, and Pistachio Sweet Cream
Mike L.

To be honest, when I saw Micro Dose pop up in my Yelp search, my first thought was that they had a bit of an unusual name for a coffee shop. However, after stopping in for a quick afternoon pick me up and reading that this place is part of the Coffee Dose family of shops in OC, not only do I totally get it now, but it also makes perfect sense! Not to mention the fact that a "dose" of the coffee here really did wonders to keep the rest of our day (and night) going! While their driveway may be easy to miss (it's the third one from the corner), and despite how they're essentially a small hut with a drive thru, Micro Dose certainly stands out. Their bright pink color scheme is obviously a big part of it, but their menu is also so unapologetically sassy. On the more basic end, they have your standard array of coffee and tea, as well as "boujee" options, like matcha lattes, vegan caramel lattes, and kombucha, and a terrific selection of toasts, croissants, danishes, and pastries. However, their specialty drinks (and their names) are what make the menu really unique - the Basic Bitch (vanilla latte), The Quickie (frozen vanilla latte that you can make "sticky"), the Thicky Thicc, a healthy root beer, and more. -- NOT YOUR MOTHER'S LATTE - Espresso (or Matcha) with Oat Milk, Housemade Coconut Syrup, and Pistachio Sweet Cream Opted to get this with the espresso for the caffeine kick, but I wonder what this tastes like with the matcha. In any case, I liked it. While it's definitely on the sweet side, I liked how flavorful the coconut syrup was and that the pistachio sweet cream wasn't overwhelming. -- THICKY THICC - Iced Americano with Fresh Housemade Sweet Cream Pivoted to this after we were told that The Quickie mixture was a bit watery at the moment and it wasn't too shabby. Not only did this have a nice hit of caffeine to it, but the sweet cream was really good and not quite as sweet as the pistachio sweet cream. In addition to how small Micro Dose is, their entire lot is pretty modest as well. The drive thru loop accommodates about a half dozen cars (they have a worker outside who takes orders, much like how Chick-fil-A and In-N-Out do it, so I could see the line extending out to the street during peak hours, but the workers seem to get drinks out fairly quickly. Otherwise, they do have a walk-up window that you can order from, as well as some seats/benches, but there are only a few parking spots, so that can be hit or miss unless you park elsewhere and walk over. Between how good the coffee is and how friendly and nice the workers were, Micro Dose is a great spot for a caffeine fix, whether it's to get your day going or to keep it going. If/when I'm back out this way again, I definitely wouldn't mind coming back to try some of their other drinks, as well as their some of their pastries, like their Guava Cheese Danish, Churro Donut, and Lemon Loaf!

Thicky Thick
Vanessa T.

Super cute little spot, the line wasn't too long which was great. The order came out super fast but the coffee did seem to lack a bit of flavor. The drinks were good but not enough to want to come on the daily or even often still a nice place to try! Loved that their ingredients were cleaner than most places overall a good spot for aesthetics and some sweets!

Coffee dates with bestie
Suzy N.

Microdose is pretty much the drive thru version of Coffee Dose, which is one of my all time favorite coffee shops. While the drive thru itself is pretty narrow and can sometimes back up into the street, the drinks make it completely worth it. Everything I have tried has been consistently good and hits the spot every time. The food menu is definitely smaller than their flagship locations, but that is expected for a drive thru focused setup. I usually come here for the convenience and a quick caffeine fix, especially when I am cruising through with my dog Bennie. It is such an easy stop when I want great coffee without having to park or get out of the car. If you already love Coffee Dose and are looking for a quick in and out option with the same quality drinks, Microdose is a solid choice.

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Nikki B.

Love coming to micro dose on my way to the beach! It's so great they have a drive through so I can't quickly get a matcha and don't have to get out of the car. I am a huge fan of their matcha and the different syrups! It's the cutest little pink coffee shop. I got a vanilla matcha with cold foam and it was delicious!

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Ludin J.

A mini drive thru but also walk-up coffee place. They have a small menu but they do it right. In my opinion, similar concept to in-n-out. I got the Mary matcha and it was EXCELLENT. I strongly feel as though the color of your matcha says it all - the matcha here looks and tastes the part. I love lavender in my matcha and as a result, micro does has gained me as a returning costumer. The line to order through the drive thru is no joke but the wait and traffic is worth it :)

Lauren C.

I miss the Stanton location because that was the closest one to me, but I love their coffee so much, I'm willing to drive further just to have it!! I've never been to this location and it was just a happy coincidence I saw it on the way to breakfast... talk about meant to be. Lol. I specifically didn't order a drink because I knew I was going to stop here. I had to!!! I wanted a drink that was for sure going to be delicious and it certainly delivered!!!! The coffee is still consistently yummy and I will always make an excuse to get Coffee Dose!!! : )

Cuteee
Maryann M.

Delicious and adorable. Cute stop for GOOD coffee, I recommend the iced coffees. Can't go wrong here even the avocado toast is bomb

Basic Bitch
Andrea G.

Thought this place would be overrated due to how cute and fun the theming is but I was impressed! I ordered the Basic Bitch, and while it was basic, it was really good! I'd certainly come back again!

Banana latte
Mikaela R.

I really like how their banana latte tastes like banana pudding instead of artificial banana laffy taffy. I will say the banana carried the coffee and you can tell the underlying coffee is not that great. My first time here and I would return again if I return to Costa Mesa.

Sammy B.

Micro Dose is the cute roadside drive through of the Coffee Dose brand! This teeny store is nestled perfectly off the freeway in Newport and is a must visit! The service was so friendly in the drive through and moved pretty quickly. You can also walk up to a window to get your order taken. I highly recommend the Valley Girl matcha and Bananarama latte!

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