OC needed more good brunch spots, so I'm glad we have Salty Horse! There always seems to be a line…read morehere, so try to get there early. Went at 9am on a Saturday and there was already a line out the door. "Steak and Eggs': loved the flavor of the steak, it was cooked perfectly! Eggs are cooked your way and it comes with avocado and a sourdough slice as well. 'Hawaiian Cowboy: coffee flavor wasn't that strong, it almost tasted watered down, and there was this floraly taste that I didn't expect Breakfast options are delicious, love the portion sizes (definitely will have leftovers), and they have such a cute and cozy outdoor seating area! I will say tho I'm kind of disappointed with the drinks here, and I've tried both their coffee and matcha....but I would recommend this place for their food!

Tried salty horse for the first time and I will be back…read more I got there around 9:30 AM which was perfect because there was no line. I ordered the steak and eggs, berries and cream Matcha, and the cookie dough banana bread. My total was about $45. Steak & eggs: 8/10; these portions were big and perfect. The steak had flavor. Tater tots were crispy. Sourdough bread was soft but crunchy on the outside. Eggs were over easy. Berries & cream matcha: 8.5/10; I actually really enjoyed this Matcha. Not sure why it came in a smaller cup than what my cousin ordered, but maybe because I said light ice? I think that is something that should have been mentioned to me that I would get a smaller cup. Otherwise, I liked this matcha a lot. Cookie dough Banana bread: 9/10; this was so good, so soft, so fresh. The only thing I wish is that I would be able to taste more of the cookie dough. I was a bit confused where the cookie dough was at in this banana bread. There were times where I did taste it, but I wasn't too sure. However, it did have lots of flavor and I would probably get the banana bread alone. Overall, I would return. There was a line formed outside around 10:30 AM, so I definitely recommend getting there early. This was even on a Tuesday morning. So it seems like the line forms no matter the day.

Came across this place on our walk back from the beach to our car. It's a nice little shop on the…read morecorner. Chris, who was working, was super friendly. We got the Ube Matcha and the Mango Dream Chill. Both were super tasty and really hit the spot after a hot day at the beach.

Oh goodness it's so good! The coconut crème vietnamese coffee is my jam The guy that works there…read moreis probably the nicest person ever and is always telling you about their process and the drinks you order. Go! So good! PS All these people complaining are probably tourist or don't understand beach community or island time (balboa island) haha I kid, but some people complain about everything! Go you will enjoy it I promise.

Yasssss it's that damn good…read more Oh my! I haven't been here for years but it's still damn good to this day! This was our go to coffee shop every weekend when we used to live here. I could not find any other smoother and tasty coffee than Kean. Nothing in this area compares. It's a gem here. My husband and I usually get their vanilla latte. It just runs smooth; not acidic. Flavors are on point! Service is usually great. Sometimes it can be a bit since lines can get ridiculous here. But worth it! Casual atmosphere!

Chai latte 5/5 Barista service :5/5…read moreAmbiance: 5/5 I recommend it They do not have internet connection .

Warning: this place is busyyyyyyy…read more Came in on a Sunday morning and it was packed both inside and out. Even with that being true, we got our order fairly quickly and the person that took our order was kind and it was smooth. I had the orange top coffee (I believe it's new) and it was great, super fresh and it was perfect for the already hot morning. My husband had the strawberry matcha and he really enjoyed it as well.

So parking sucks…read more.. However, if you can get past that, you will be pleasantly captivated. I ordered to go and tried their most popular menu items. I ordered the Ube Matcha and the breakfast burrito. I was hesitant to get rice in my breakfast burrito and I should've trusted my instincts. For my carb conscious girls, the tortilla is enough. The drink was good, but it was very sweet for me. You could get full off the drink alone. I now have a good baseline for the food and drinks so I feel like I would order better next time.

I got the cloud 9 latte which is basically a latte with vanilla cold foam. Not too sweet and…read morefulfills the coffee fix. Good for a quick coffee if in the area. Food options include acai and pastries, they also have some pressed juices and smoothies. They use a combination on monin, Torani, and housemate syrups. Pleasant customer service Plenty of parking in a grocery store lot. No public restroom! Very limited barstool seating. They do have wifi. Somewhat of a longer wait, about 20 minutes You can order online and join the rewards program via text for 20% off your first order.

Had a sample of one of their coffees at an event and knew I had to come by to try some of their…read moreother lattes. Upon walking in, the barista was friendly and open to answering any and all questions. Ambiance was also great and fit the name of the cafe and its vibes. For the drinks, we got an iced toffee latte and the kepania, which is their version of a spanish latte. I liked the toffee latte more cause it had bits of toffee in it but I also liked the spanish latte as it tasted lighter than the toffee latte. It gave the drinks more of a balance when I started taking sips from both of them. I do really like how the top layer of the lattes were blue, which gives off a great aesthetic. The only downside for me was that the toffee latte lost a good amount of its flavor after some of the ice melted-- some cafes still have a strong coffee taste even after the ice melts & that's usually what I like as far as preference. As for the sunbliss blend smoothie, it definitely had that taste of the 100% real fruit in it and was a refreshing drink to sip on when I walked at the beach. It's a plus for this cafe for having plenty of options between drinks and bites!

Super cute location by the beach, with outdoor seating and a small interior seating area as well…read more Drinks are consistent with other locations, servers were all very friendly and the service was fast! Solid spot for your coffee/matcha fix if you're in the area.

A charming coffee shop located in a small plaza strip, with a modern biophillic interior design…read more Though the majority of customers are pick-up orders, thisbplace does have ample seating for anyone wanting to sit and sip their coffee while working. The staff is friendly and fast with their services, especially with the amount of traffic they get on a normal business weekday. I ordered the Hazel Ganache Latte which was rich, smooth, creamy, chocolatey and not too sweet. I loved the foam artwork and overall presentation.

Another day, another coffee shop…read more Heard great things about MoonGoat so was excited to try today. Saw valet parking and got nervous but the guy just told me where to park. Super easy. When you enter, the location is huge! Tons of tables and seating. Nice! People are working, hanging out, and enjoying their food and drinks. I ordered a churro latte half sweet and a deluxe avocado toast. The latte was delicious. Sweetness level was just right for me. I don't like super sweet drinks. The avocado toast was also great. There was so much flavor from the egg and bacon and seasonings. It was a little hard to eat out of the to go container, but I made it work. It could easily be shared depending how hungry you are. I love that I didn't feel rushed here. It seems they expect people to come and hang out for awhile. Can't wait to return! I'm eyeing the biscuit and a matcha next time.

This coffee shop is tucked in with an unassuming storefront. Easy to miss as you drive by as it…read moredoesn't have the typical big coffee signage. Inside is a café inspired by natural accents with an industrial flair giving a rustic character with modern style. The vibe inside is chill with plenty of seating for groups or singles. They also have an outdoor area with covered seating surrounded by plants. The menu delivers just as much appeal as the setting. They have an expansive list of coffee, tea, and lattes with several modifiers to choose from. To accompany your drink the menu provides options of sandwiches, bagels, and a variety of pastries. I had the smoked salmon bagel, featuring delicate slices of salmon layered over cream cheese spread, topped with capers and fresh chives. This is my go to for coffee houses that offer it. The bagel exceeded my expectations and I believe the chive's subtle flavor complemented the smoked salmon really well. For drinks we tried the chai and hot chocolate. The iced chai latte was smooth and not too sweet with a dusting of cinnamon on top, but I would rate it average in taste. The hot chocolate was deliciously velvety and detailed beautifully. I would rate it a five out of five! The difference at this coffee shop is that you can choose from a range of seating arrangements and have an opportunity to support the business by picking up clothing, a bag of coffee or other merchandise. The con for this coffee shop is that the beverages are somewhat undersized relative to the price point. In addition, the customer service experience fell short. We were greeted upon entering, but it was unclear where customers should retrieve their order or whether orders numbers were called out. With that said, those looking for a quiet morning coffee or a cozy place to catch up with friends, this spot can accommodate.

Lots of different matcha and espresso based drinks with unique flavors. A lot of the drinks have…read moredairy based foams on top but they do have one coconut dairy free foam you can substitute out. The espresso was rich and flavorful and the drink wasn't super sweet. I will be back to try more of the drinks. They have a few pastries, one Ube cruffin looked delicious and I wish I saw it before I checked out. Lots of seating, nice and bright and clean with WiFi. Parking is difficult

Got the tiramisu latte, it is actually a very tasty drink, smooth espresso a subtle cloud foam with…read morea dusting of Choco powder. Not at all overly sweet just the way I prefer but just enough for a tasty treat beyond a normal latte. I did not go in on this trip as it was just a pick up with other items, but I would definitely go back and try other drinks. I was told the inside is very modern but very comfortable with plenty of seating. Just going off what I got, definitely recommend if you want some smooth coffee or lattes!