After an overnight gong immersion in Costa Mesa, my friend and I were in need of coffee to kickstart our day at 6:30 am. Many coffee shops weren't opening until 8 am, but thankfully, we found MoonGoat Coffee Roasters! What a delightful little shop! The ambiance is charming with detailed art and a lovely outdoor patio space that makes it perfect for enjoying your drink. We ordered a flat white and a chai latte, they were fantastic choices! If you're in the area and looking for a great caffeine fix, I highly recommend stopping by MoonGoat. You won't be disappointed! read more

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Such a beautiful place! It's a great place to work or study! They have a lot of seating inside with a lot of natural lighting, and outdoor seating as well if u want to catch up with friends! Drink are good and come in large sizes for those that are looking for something worth the money. I love that they are open early for those that need a pick me up on the way to work. They are also dog friendly! It's also located across South Coast Plaza, so you can grab a great drink and go shopping! The only downside of the place is that there's little parking options. The front parking is supposed to be "20 mins only" and then if those 6 spots are full then you have to park in the parking garage across the street. Make sure to get it validated!! read more

The truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth. My new obsession is Matcha tonic and so I was so happy to find this nearby café. The inside of the café is beautiful very tranquil very serene. The barista was so sweet. She helped me place my order as a first timer. They have some seasonal drinks and she recommended that I add in strawberry watermelon into my Matcha tonic, which was great advice. The kombucha was so delicious and probably one of the best I've ever had. I really would love to return for brunch on the weekend some food that I saw coming out of the kitchen looked amazing. read more

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After great anticipation decided to stop by moongoat and try the strawberry watermelon matcha, absolutely delicious. By far my favorite strawberry matcha blend. The cold foam mixed well with the drink and the flavor was very smooth, i didn't taste the artificial syrup like other places. Good open space to work and staff was friendly, definitely coming back read more

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I wanted to love this place because of all the hype, but as a matcha girl... the matcha just didn't hit 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. read more

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* There is a lot of seating inside and the atmosphere is fun and artsy. * There are lots of public restrooms inside, which is nice. * Their matcha is delicious... however... Their coffee isn't as great (it's definitely on the more STRONG and BITTER side). When we had went, it was very busy and so it took over 30 minutes to get our drinks, and the barista's were very rude taking our order. It was disappointing customer service. hot matcha latte 10/10 Smooth, on the sweeter side but not "in your face." Flavoring was very good and matcha wasn't grassy or grainy - very high quality. iced churro latte 0/10 Unfortunately this drink was super bitter and the espresso was so overpowering that you couldn't taste the flavoring at all. The espresso was too bold for me that I couldn't enjoy it. Tried switching it out for a vanilla latte but ended up having the same negative experience),: read more

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The food here was warm and exactly as described. Seasonal drinks, we got the iced lavender blueberry matcha. I also tried the iced churro latte. Staff was fantastic, friendly and efficient They have indoor and outdoor seating. Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 4.8/5 read more

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MoonGoat Costa Mesa had a coffee stand at Love Costa Mesa day. I thought it was really cool that they were part of the day handing out cool lattes and matcha to the volunteers. Service- GREAT! The barista was super sweet, helpful, and calm under the pressure of tons of people swarming the coffee cart. The coffee cart itself was very professionally set up, clean, and nicely decorated. It had a legit espresso machine and good cups. The matcha was pretty weaksauce, but my sister who had a coffee latte said it was good! All in all, I love and respect that they participated and contributed to the event volunteering around costa mesa. I can't wait to go to their actual store and try more food and drinks :) read more

Stumbled upon this hip and chic coffee house as I had business in the area. Inside is definitely built for studying, working, and quiet collaboration. Everything from the indoor/outdoor seating, communal tables, and "bar" seating. Very nice decor. Didn't even have to deal with a Barista or customer service (Although everyone did seem nice and accommodating) as they have self-serve check point of sale in addition to talking directly. The cold brew was acidic and fruity. Very refreshing. I always like to get a cold brew and pour over to judge a place, and coffee alone, I do think this place is great. They were out of the "recommended on Yelp" avocado toast, so I settled for a BEC on an everything bagel. While it was fresh, and hot, with great cuts of bacon and real egg... this fell a bit short for me. The ingredients were just too small for the bagel. Needed a bit more arugula. It was good, and I wouldn't mind paying $10 for it... just not $13. I would definitely come in here for coffee again... maybe even give the avocado toast a shot, if they have it. read more

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Such an adorable spot! Visiting Moongoat Coffee Roasters honestly felt like I was on vacation. The beautiful plants, open-air space, and tons of seating made it such a relaxing place to hang out. The Brunch Biscuits Benedict was delicious! I'm already looking forward to coming back to try the coffee. Love that they offer takeout too. Parking was super easy, and I'd definitely recommend grabbing your drink to-go and heading somewhere scenic by the beach to enjoy it! read more

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Since moving to OC, I've been looking for a regular coffee shop with an atmosphere perfect for studying, doing work on my laptop, or even reading/journaling in the wild. Safe to say MoonGoat may be one of my top cafe contenders! Although parking is very limited (the lot fills up quick), the actual cafe environment is very open with lots of seating available either inside or outside. I stopped by on a weeknight and wasn't surprised to see the place bustling especially with the proximity of nearby colleges. I was able to find a seat outside, but there wasn't an outlet for me to charge my laptop at. Food-wise, I ended up ordering a flat white and a breakfast bagel sandwich. The flat white was really good. The coffee wasn't bitter at all. The breakfast bagel sandwich was okay. Nothing special but I was so hungry in the moment that it didn't matter. I know MoonGoat is a chain, but I really did like this location and can see myself coming back. read more

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Really good espresso with a nice balance of sweetness! I added vanilla syrup to my coffee, and it wasn't overpowering at all -- it blended really well with the espresso. I ordered a large, and it came with four shots, which was a great bonus. Drinks are priced around $6-8, depending on the size and any customizations you choose. Definitely worth it for the quality! The space was really nice too -- plenty of areas to study or just sit and chat. Great atmosphere overall! read more

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I came to MoonGoat Coffee Roasters for the first time after I got off work. I arrived around 5 pm, and there were still plenty of tables and seats to take up. The interior is very cozily lit, and they have a nice bit of music going on as well. I placed my order with the barista, and within a few minutes, I got a hot matcha latte with a cute little swan foam design on the top. The matcha was nice warm and foamy, and filled to the brim of the cup. I took a spot at one of the high stool countertops, which yes, did have a lovely outlet that I used to plug in my laptop and soon got to work. The wifi code was written on the receipt, so if you do want to get some work done without using a hotspot you will have to purchase something. They had an outdoor area, as well if you enjoy a nice breeze better. I think I would have gotten my matcha just a bit sweeter, but other than that, great experience here! read more

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Love this place! Tons of seating, accessible outlets, great coffee, and love that they're open late. It's my go-to when I need a place to work. Also good food options if you get hungry. I've always been able to find a parking spot, but I do worry that I eventually will run into trouble with that. Can't decide how I feel about the tiny ice cubes read more

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I hold Moongoat in high regard due to their commendable generosity in community donations, active participation in Love Costa Mesa Day, and dedicated efforts to support individuals in recovery. The establishment is tastefully decorated, creating an inviting atmosphere. Both the beverages and food are of excellent quality. Personally, I often enjoy their matcha. read more

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I can see why this place gets so much hype. The shop itself is really cute and the service was genuinely great. Everyone was friendly and welcoming and the overall atmosphere was nice.That said,I was pretty disappointed by the drinks especially considering the prices. They felt way too overpriced for what I got. This was actually the first time I've ever had to throw away a coffee because I just could not finish it. Both drinks had a strong bitter taste that I didn't enjoy at all.I'm a huge coffee person, but unfortunately the coffee itself just didn't live up to the hype for me. read more

This is a really cool space with plenty of room. I tried the churro latte and it was really delicious. I also ordered the Brunch Avocado Toast and it was heavenly lol it was extremely delicious, very filling, and all the ingredients are clearly fresh, top notch, and healthy. Super clean, nutritious, and delicious. The barista was super friendly and helpful with suggestions. They had positive vibes, and even though it was a busy Saturday they didn't rush me. All and all the entire experience was very enjoyable! read more

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Ordered thru an iPad & got the Churro Latte. The coffee flavor is very strong, but I didn't taste the churro flavor. Overall it was good coffee, but wish the churro flavor peaked through more. read more

Today I tried the Avocado Toast Deluxe ($14) and it was so good, full of flavor in every bite. I'll definitely get it again. The Ham and Cheese Croissant ($10) though wasn't really worth the price. It didn't fill me up much and I kind of wish it came with a small side, that would make it feel more complete. The service is pretty good. The employees take your order, bring out your food and drinks, and clean up after you eat. The space itself is warm and welcoming, but it does get pretty hot since there's no AC, just open doors and windows. After sitting here for about three hours, the heat really started to get to me and my friends. Some air conditioning would make a big difference. The wifi is only for paying customers and the password changes daily, which I think is actually a smart idea. I don't mind it at all because everything I've had so far has been really good. read more

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A decent spot for brunch in the Costa Mesa area. The majority of their parking lot is 10min parking, but they do have a complimentary valet option available. We opted to park down the street and walk over. They have both indoor and outdoor seating available. You order food at the counter and they bring it out to you once you've been seated. The service was okay at best, very quick and dry. The drinks were okay as well. The banana matcha had good banana flavor, but you couldn't taste the matcha. The matcha latte with strawberry had no matcha flavor and tasted like a cup of plain oat milk. I would definitely skip those next time. The food actually exceeded expectations on taste. They were plated very well and were very well balanced flavor wise. One of the eggs on the Benedict had popped prior to it being given too us, but it still tasted good. The biscuits underneath were fluffy and soft. The avocado toast was a perfect savory breakfast and was more filling than I thought it would be. I enjoyed it a lot until I found not 1, but 2 hairs in the dish. I didn't find them until towards the end of the meal and it made a very good meal end on a disappointing note. read more

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Great place to chill over some great coffee and breakfast items. Staff are very nice and helpful. Pastries including the kouign amann are great, the breakfast sandwich is fire. Ample parking and good vibes read more

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Genuinely confused by the reviews on this place. Coffee not that great. Pastries even worse. I got two kids hot chocolates that weren't even hot, a cappuccino that was barely hot, and two pastries for $25. Absolutely insane. Take a look at this "cinnamon roll." read more

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Parking isn't the best, but it's super nice that they have that extra building for people to go to for a more quiet study area. Been coming here about once a week to study and it's been great. Staff do close off that area randomly though. Was told to leave once at 3 and another time at 5, but there was no sign or reason as to why. Drinks are ok. They get the job done but the bagel and cream cheeses are SOOOO GOOD! They have a plain cream cheese and a herb, spicy one and it's just so good. I have to get one everytime I'm here! read more

UPDATED REVIEW (see bottom) 5 to 3 stars My favorite hangout and work spot. This is where I come for-- 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. UPDATED PORTION: THEY ARE CUTTING PORTIONS AND CHARGING THE SAME. I just ordered the turkey sandwich melt as I usually do and the portion size was seriously lacking. It's usually an actual sandwich but I've noticed today that it was much much smaller. It was more like two halves of a finger sandwich, and I finished it in less than 3 full bites. Will not be ordering again if this is how they're cutting costs and making their customers pay the difference. While a member of the staff did at least reimburse me for the sandwich, I'm still hungry and wish I had the sandwich that I ordered and would have gladly paid the 17 dollars it costs, for it. Having worked as a barista myself at expensive/ritzy coffee houses-- this one beats them all for sure. 6/5 stars read more

I sound like a hater, but I was surprised to like this place. Initially, I was skeptical of a place that refers to a hojicha drink as a toasted matcha, because a hojicha is a roasted green tea, and matcha and hojicha are different types of green teas rather than being a subset of one another. It definitely made me reluctant to try their matcha or hojicha but I wanted to give their coffees a try. Protein churros latte: 8.5/10. I like this drink a lot because it's a high protein option. It uses Nurri and I really like Nurri. It's not too sweet, which is a plus. I don't think it tastes much like a churros because the espresso really overpowers the flavor, but it's still good. It seems to sell out sometimes later in the day. It's a very expensive drink, though. Ham and cheese croissant: 8/10. This is good. It was very warm and it's easy to get full on it. It is a little expensive, though. It's a wide and open space which is really nice. The people there are also friendly. Parking is free but it's a bit small. read more

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I met some friends here for a drink to catch-up. I had never been here so didn't know what to expect. MoonGoat has a young hipster vibe. The seating area is very open and you can see many people sipping coffee while working on their laptop. The staff was super friendly and helped me choose a drink since I'm not a coffee drinker and can't drink a lot of caffeine. They recommended the hojicha latte (toasted matcha latte) and I substituted the milk with almond milk to make it dairy free. I got it iced because it was such a hot day! The latte was made using an instant powder mix and shaken with water and ice. The flavor of the latte was decent and it was slightly sweet due to the almond milk. If normal milk was used, I would expect there would be no sweetness at all to the product. The issue I had with the latte was the texture. It has a gritty mouthfeel which is not what I like in a tea. I'm not sure if it was undissolved powder or from the almond milk. It probably would've been better to get this as a hot drink. The parking lot was very challenging, not too many open spots. But the vibe inside the coffee shop is nice and people are friendly. read more

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I really love their menu. We tried the iced mocha, iced strawberry latte, iced strawberry matcha, and the sea-salt cold brew. Everyone was happy with their drinks, and service was quick. I want to try their churros latte next time. They have a good amount of seating both indoors and outdoors. Although it's usually crowded, I enjoy the ambiance. Parking can be tricky, so valet is your best bet, so just be prepared for that. read more

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During multiple visits, the coffee they serve is lukewarm; at best. They need to educate themselves that coffee should be served at around 150°-170. This time we brought a device to measure the temperature. It was 90°. You could literally gulp the entire cup of coffee instantly as soon as they serve it to you without any discomfort. God knows how long the coffee has been sitting in one of those metal containers before they serve it. Starbucks is literally brewed fresh each cup to order now. read more

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Their coffee is decent. There's no parking. It's a good place to work if you're working on your computer.

I've had MoonGoat Coffee before and so when we ended up at this cafe I was excited. I appreciate the vibes here - it's super spacious, plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, easy to get comfy. The tables outside are a bit tricky because they're unstable. Ordering was fast and easy, baristas had great attitudes and made their recs. I wasn't in love with the banana float I tried from their seasonal menu. And so I ordered a latte that I was satisfied with. Absolutely loved my ham and cheese croissant. read more

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This place lived up to the favorable reviews which I don't find all that often. I had the avocado toast which was delicious. The portion was a good size and the tomatoes were sweet and delicious. The churro latte was also delicious and not overly sweet. I will definitely come back when I'm in the area! There was plenty of space and different setups to either work or just hang out. I was there for a couple of hours waiting on my car to be worked on and I was very comfortable. read more

The churro latte is pretty good! And the service is rlly kind. The ambiance is nice and a good spot to study or maybe work online. read more

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Stopped by over the weekend for a quick coffee to go and was happily surprised! I just searched up the closest coffee shop by my apartment and have a new go to spot! Just grabbed a simple iced latte with sugar free vanilla but need to try one of their specialty drinks next time. Ambiance is great, looks like a cute spot to study and do work. But the parking lot does fill up fast so beware of that! All in all great experience! read more

This location is definitely superior to the UCI location. Their menu options are much more expansive and the place is a lot larger, also love the green house vibe for studying because it doesnt get stuffy over long hours of staying there. I only ordered a tea but they had everything from pastries and breakfast to soups and sandwiches and the food going around looked really simple but fresh. I'd definitely go back to study there read more

A good coffee shop with good food is a gem! Eggs Benedict was absolutely to die for! My son got the bagel breakfast sandwich and it was delicious as well! Will definitely be back! read more

MoonGoat coffee has such a great vibe & excellent quality of coffee. I was sooo happy with my Churro Latte, I added their sea salt cold foam on top and it gave it the perfect blend of sweet and a little salty. I also got their Avocado Toast, which I will be dreaming about until I go back! Very excellent herby taste & the tomatoes were juicy and delicious. All of the staff seemed friendly, we asked a couple questions about the menu and were treated with kindness. Thank you for the great experience MoonGoat! read more

I came here 2 days in a row and overall I dig it. I had the seasonal iced pumpkin spiced latte on the first day. And next day I had the iced churro latte with the tiramisu cold foam added. Both drinks were delicious and nicely flavored and sweetened. What really blew me away was the food. I just wasn't expecting it to be so tasty. We split the Eggs Benedict, and I kid you not, it was the best dish I've had for a Benedict. The savory flavor profile on the dish is next level. My only feedback for the dish is that it came out slightly lukewarm/ cool, not really hot. Which is surprising since it didn't take long to prepare and it wasn't busy. It couldn't have been sitting there? My guess is that the component parts of the Benedict are already prepped and they just assemble it once ordered. So the items were not hot when put together? But honestly, the flavor was so good I can look past that. The eggs themselves were some of the most beautiful orange hue I've had. This is a sign of a high quality egg which great flavor. The bacon also was delish, the sauce, the biscuit... all tasty. Watch the video for the runny yolk food porn lol. Overall, I like this place. People say parking is bad, I rode my bike so no issue there for me. And there's complaints of the wifi being annoying. I can attest to that, they gave me a wifi code but said it's not working in the cafe building and I would have to go next door. So I just didn't use it. And I LOVE all the live plants they have, that can also be purchased. It took all my will power not to add to my plant babies collection. Recommend this coffee spot, this is their flagship location. read more

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This is my go to coffee shop whenever I'm in the area. I came here for their exotic lattes first but then fell in love with their food menu too! Their ingredients are always fresh and flavors are surprisingly intricate--as a foodie, I approve! This place has an urban coffee house setting, with a laid back vibe. Their staff is always friendly and helpful, so they attract a crowd just as friendly. Parking can be a little challenging because of the valet service taking up most of the back lot. read more

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Iced Churro Latte was on-point with how churro-y it tasted. What a lovely drink, kinda reminded me of Cinnamon Toast Crunch. I was glad it wasn't overly cinnamon-y, either. Was on the sweeter side, but I like sweet lattes. Thanks to the barista who recommended this one. Interior was fun-looking with all the plants and natural, modern decor. Seemed like a cool place to hangout or chat with friends. Staff were friendly, patient, and knowledgeable, especially with the influx of customers and several modification requests. Not a fan of the parking, as the lot was limited, and there was valet towards the back for some reason. People will line up waiting in their cars until a space opens up, or even create a temporary spot and then run in to pick up their order. Moongoat did become very busy in the afternoon, so the environment got loud and crowded. read more

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Great coffee, and great food! The vibe is super cool inside too, with plenty of space to work or hang out. All the employees are friendly and helpful, and gave me excellent recommendations. I was here in December, and ordered the grilled peaches with burrata (I believe it's seasonal). It was to die for. The picture doesn't even do it justice. But don't skip the food, as it was just as good as their coffee. read more

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