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    4.4 (401 reviews)
    Closed 6:30 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Zesty Bestie
    Arcadia W.

    I've been into tonic espresso lately, and when I saw tonic Matcha on the menu, I definitely wanted to try. I've been campaigning all around OC trying to find my new go-to coffee shop and this place ranks easily in my top three. I started with the zesty Bestie, which was a delicious blend of quality Matcha tonic and other ingredients that made it a perfect balance. I also got a breakfast burrito with just egg and cheese, which was phenomenal. The only thing that is a pain point is how busy they are. Even with me placing my order 20 minutes through DoorDash when I got there I still had to wait about 15 minutes for my order to be ready. Other than that, it's a pretty solid place that will definitely be one of preferred places since it's close to me.

    Strawberry Matcha, Perfect Company & Chicken Caesar Wrap
    sophie d.

    One of my favorite spots! The staff is friendly, the drinks are delicious and the food is tasty. I always crave it :)

    Carolina R.

    It hurts to give this place a one star because it has been on my list for awhile and I had heard good things about it. When I was reading the reviews, people were raving about the salted Caramel matcha so I got that. When I saw the color, I was worried and when I tasted it, my worry was confirmed. It didn't taste like matcha at all. I got some hints of caramel but it tasted watered down more than anything. I was disappointed just because people were raving about it, but I've had better matcha in OC. My boyfriend got the iced salted caramel latte and he said it was okay, nothing special. He didn't end up finishing it. I paid $16 for both with tip and for us to not like it and lack quality, it was unfortunate. We want to come back to try the burrito which people rave about too but we are unsure right now if we want to come back

    Salted caramel latte with matcha
    Cindy N.

    Wow, this spot was busy on a weekend! I can see that this a local favorite. I ordered the salted caramel latte with matcha and it was SO yummy and sweet! I'd love to try their other matcha drinks. It's a cute spot but pretty small and not a ton of seating. I'll come back on a weekday to try their other drinks. Thank you NUDAE!

    Ferrero Roche (hazelnut) and seasonal black sesame drink. Both meh
    Anna T.

    We were in the neighborhood for our auto tint and wanted coffee. This has been on my list for quite some time and decided to head here for coffee and somewhere else for breakfast. They do serve food here tho! They had a special seasonal menu and we ordered it from there. I had to get their infamous ferrero rocher and it definitely tasted like a ferrero rocher hazelnut drink. The other one was a black sesame drink that tasted like what it sounded. Both were pretty mid for me. Very.... How do I put this.. American coffee. Interesting flavors but nothing wow about it. Bland and meh imo. Pretty popping spot tho. Lots of people already at the shop early in the morning. Parking lot was decent size. Only a few parking spots right in front but lot is decent.

    An P.

    Nudae is located in a small strip mall with plenty of parking, near a quiet residential neighborhood and a hop, skip and a jump away from the beach. I swung by at 6:35am and there were already some regulars and people waiting for their drinks. Speaks a lot to how loved Nudae is! About 5 tables for seating and 2 benches and a fridge for oatmeal and other treats. I got the seasonal spring menu drink, Pistach-Me-Outside and it was really lovely and creamy! Got my friend one of the caramel lattes and she loved it as well. I love this location for its proximity to the beach or just a quiet morning stop.

    Chicken Cesar Wrap
    Sandra L.

    1. Don't come here for matcha (there's a million other better options in OC) this was my least favorite. They pre-mix their matcha in advance, so it is in a squeeze bottle. Matcha and the milk begin to separate after 20 - 30 seconds of just sitting there. I do like that they make their almond milk from scratch, that's cool. 2. Chicken Cesar wrap is good / dec. Nice grill marks on the tortilla, tastes like they actually season the chicken, just still feels like it is lacking something, not sure what. Side note: Would love it if they could offer a 2 oz side of Cesar dressing, especially if you're just buying one wrap. Charging almost $4 for a side of sauce because it is in a 4oz container is a little absurd to me. No one needs that much sauce for one wrap. No problem with paying for a side of sauce just consider providing the smaller option so it's not a complete waste. The dressing is good, I will give them credit for that. 3. Staff seem really chill and nice, it is also a chill place to get some work done.

    Amanda N.

    got the puka pandan (pandan matcha) and a chicken caesar wrap. the matcha tasted great. the wrap was balanced. i would definitely add bacon next time though. it was quick and there was plenty of seating on a monday around 2pm. i could see the parking being hard to find during busier times.

    hot Salted Caramel Latte
    Risha S.

    This small cafe is charming and has amazing service. It was quite packed in there so we didn't stay for long, but I would love to try coming earlier and see how easy it is to get a table. I was excited to see several vegan drinks on the menu AND no upcharge on oat milk! I got a hot salted caramel latte, which was a bit small but tasted great. The drink had a pretty strong coffee flavor and the cutest latte art. My friend also got their Cesar wrap that she absolutely loved. The lady taking my order was also extremely nice and even corrected another worker on how to pronounce my name when they called it for my drink!

    ferrero rocher
    Tracy N.

    Small coffee shop with plenty of parking out front. There are an ok amount of seats but I wouldn't say it's particularly big. Chill place to hang out though. My friends and I sat here to play cards for a bit. I thought my drink was ok but overall good experience Ferrero rocher: 3/5. Writing this review kinda late, this was a seasonal drink. Very very hazelnut-y

    Winter Menu (December 2025)
    Airi G.

    This is honestly the best black sesame latte I've ever had. It's the only thing I ordered here, so I can't comment on anything else, but I would drive an hour just to have it again. I didn't get it with the cream top, so it was just the syrup that made the drink nutty and perfectly not too sweet. I ordered the small size which was just enough for me. The interior is very cute and cozy, with some tables along the wall for seating. They also have merch and beans available for purchase if you want a memento of your visit. The staff was nice too and gave us her suggestions when we were ordering.

    Spicy Cucumber Avocado Toast
    Heather D.

    I stumbled across this coffee shop when looking for coffee in the Costa Mesa area, and WOW! For drinks, we had the Choco Chai which was not a standard chai drink. It was more chocolate based but very well balanced. We also had an iced latte with the honey lavender syrup. For food, we shared the Spicy Cucumber Avocado Toast and this was SO good!! I can't recommend this enough! I would definitely order this again but one just for myself rather than sharing. It didn't taste too spicy, but the furikake and the chili crunch flavors all blended so well together. There were a handful of tables if you were sitting and enjoying your coffee with a friend.

    MENU - January 2026
    Sarah C.

    1/8/2026 Matcha Latte - 50% sweetness with honey and almond milk You can adjust the sweetness to 50% or 75%. Good flavor. Light grass flavor, sweet at the end. No bitterness. Clean flavor overall. I would order it again. This was enjoyable and great to order for those on a clean, health fast in January. Customer Service - There were three baristas working. It wasn't super busy, but the baristas were all making drinks. It took awhile for someone to get to the register. They could have looked over and asked me to wait a little bit while they make their drinks, but straight up ignored me. I stood there for 5 minutes feeling super awkward, wondering if I should leave. Parking - Strip mall shared with other businesses including Fermentation Farm. The parking is medium-sized, yet not a lot of parking spaces, ironically. I didn't have a problem with parking, although I came here past 2:30pm. Ambiance - Nothing special, but there were a few tables and seats to just relax and enjoy your drink. Overall clean too. Not sure if they give free Wifi. Did not see anyone with laptops, only those who came with their friends.

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    Best breakfast burrito in OC. You also can't go wrong with their chicken caeser wrap!

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    Their sunrise burrito is sooooo yummy - highly recommend. And I enjoy their cozy vibe :)

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    Is it possible to order online or call ahead?

    You can only order on-line by doing a Google Search: Nudae Coffee. Then click on "Order On-Line". They said we will be able to order from their website soon. They do not take phone orders.

    Can I bring my cats here? I have two savanah/bengal cats that I take with me everywhere. They are in a stroller and hypoallergenic. Curious your take on animals inside the store.

    Hi! Although we are animal friendly, we unfortunately cannot have pets hanging out in the shop due to health codes. Thank you for asking!

    Does Nudae require masks to enter, or is this just incorrect on Yelp?

    No we don’t require mask.

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    Salty horse, I hate how much I crave you...especially when I need something quick…read more It's one of the newer coffee shop / cafes in Costa Mesa and is still on the Hot List as the line is 15 min minimum on random Tuesday at 11 am. (Does anyone work anymore!? ) The longest I waited was an hour but that was 3 weeks after opening. And I can tell you, as long as you have the time it will be worth it. The overall aesthetic is coastal cowboy meets rustic modern. There is a ton of seating with a great outdoor patio. Parking in the back is pretty slim, so your best bet is street parking. You can either get lucky or park around the block, depending on the day / time. My absolute favorite coffee is the Hawaiian Cowboy. It flavor profile is a nutty tasting honey that's refreshing yet not overly sweet. You can actually taste the espresso without it being too powerful. This coffee is worth the wait. Their other drinks are also good, but this one takes the cake. They have a pretty expansive food menu as well, so it's much more than "just a coffee shop". And you can't forget about their baked goods. O M G. It's from a local bakery (sift bakery) who makes the best non basic treats around. Salty horse found its place at the top of my list in a very saturated coffee market.

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    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!

    My manager and I went to go get an afternoon pick-me-up of coffee after a meeting for our work…read more Nook was down the street and I always wanted to try because I heard the hype. The parking however, was VERY filled during this time. The line was huge for a 11:00am on a Friday morning. We were bummed that the QR code was not working on the very cute wooden signage outside the coffee shop while we were in line, which was a bummer. The Honey Oat Latte with oat milk was delicious. I am notorious for chugging my iced coffee but this was absolutely delicious. A sweet, subtle honey sweetness taste and the creamy oat milk was divine. My manager's Spanish Latte was so much better & I will be getting that next time! We bought our other coworker the Strawberry Matcha, which we did not try & we were worried after the fact because it did not look like it had strawberries in it, but she confirmed it was very tasty and tasted the strawberry! The outside seating areas in this outdoor area was very cute. Lots of fun art, the directory was creative, the CD tunnel was the coolest part! We also walked over to the breakfast burrito place as well. This seems like a nice area to come and relax and just people watch and enjoy a delicious iced latte from Nook.

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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!

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    I decided to check this place on a whim since I was in the area! And this place didn't disappoint…read more They don't play about their coffee. Stepping in, the cafe has a lot of seating and I can see how it'd be nice to study in. I ordered Kashimiri Chai and the drink was so light and the cardonom really shines through. Their banana pudding is DIVINE, it is on the sweeter side but it's homemade and you fs tell! They also make their syrups in houseee! I tried the House chai but I ended up prefering the Kashimiri Chai! I'll def be coming back for more since the staff kept raving about their coffee. Sarah and Patrick were the sweetest! Service was top tier, so friendly! and they gave me reccomendations based on my taste. I wasn't familiar with the menu and they gently guided me through my questions.

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