Happy Anniversary Fullerton location! PLAY is the best true specialty coffee and tea shop. Every ingredient is curated with care and intention. There is NO excessive sugar and fake syrups in their drinks and I'm always blown away by the flavor combinations! A proper pour over is always a solid option too! The ambiance is fun and the staff is so friendly and knowledgeable of their products. I wish the locations were closer to me but I'm happy to make the trip on weekends for a truly unique experience! read more

PLAY Coffee - 6th Anniversary celebration Paella from Vaca! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Play Coffee is tucked away in downtown Fullerton and is built out of a shopping container. I ordered a mocha and a pour over. I would say the mocha is very average - nothing about the drink stands out, the chocolate isn't prevalent, the espresso isn't very strong, and the milk isn't very strong either. I ordered an Iced pour over and I have to say - I am a fan of milder coffees. I prefer my coffee with extra water to mellow out the strong bitterness of coffee in case it isn't brewed correctly. However, it just felt like my pour over was very very watery. Maybe it's the blend I chose? I'd recommend going one time to try it out for yourself! read more

I ordered the Uji Matcha and it was very tasty. I have always loved the aesthetic of this coffee shop. Its very different and laid back. I'm hoping to try their Hojicha next time I go since they didnt have it when I stopped by. read more

Such a cool idea and location for a coffee shop, made out of shipping containers. Fun, bright colors. Love that there is a space that is attached but separate with tables and restrooms to enjoy your coffee. Large windows with lots of lights. The staff was friendly and walked us through the menu with suggestions as this was our first time. I got the lavender latte and it was delicious, the right amount of lavender flavor. My friend got the shaken maple and it was tasty as well. A fun place to enjoy a simply, tasty made latte. read more

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Glad I found this place!! Such hip place for coffee and the staff are all so friendly as well! Got the volcano latte and it was bangin'!! read more

PLAY Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

By far one of the best coffee shops in Fullerton, this is a specialty coffee shop so don't think that this place is gonna be drowning their coffee and sugar. They have a simple menu. I love that. It doesn't really change that often so you know exactly what you're gonna get when you get in there. The staff here super amazing. I've been going to this one now since I moved my job to their area within two weeks they already know my order and mines pretty specific and I think that's amazing. What a great place to show up and have a great conversation for a few minutes while waiting to grab a coffee you. My go to is the yuzu tonic. It's probably my favorite during summer. 5/5 stars My second favorite would be the volcano latte which is basically kind of like a vanilla latte with a little savoriness with the salt that gets added. I like extra salt. 5/5 stars My third favorite is the cardamom latte. It's the perfect blend of spices added to their espresso. The place is super cool and Vivy. I love that it's made from a container. The inside is super minimal and clean. Try it out I usually go there at least twice a week no less. They also visit their other location in Orange, which is also a great place so depending on what side of the OC you are on you can find them. read more

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STRONG COFFEE. Yikes! Way too strong for me. This is for real coffee lovers lol If you enjoy the taste of coffee by itself with a splash of flavor, then this is for you lol If you are like me and enjoy fun flavors and a splash of coffee in your drink, this place is not for you lol My husband loves the taste of coffee. I do not. He loved this shop and I did not lol It's a matter of personal preference really. I ordered the sweetest drink on the menu and it was still too strong on the coffee flavor for me. Service was good. They made the drinks right in front of us. Ambiance was laidback. read more

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I was really exited about trying this place. Service was quick and it seems like a great place to study. I ordered the strawberry matcha. Usually when I order strawberry matchas at other places, there's usually some pink/red color to it because of the strawberry. When the drinks came out I had to confirm with the worker if it was a strawberry matcha and they said yes. I was so disappointed when I tried it because I did not taste any strawberry flavor at all. I couldn't even taste matcha.. to be honest it tasted like vanilla milk?? read more

PLAY Coffee - Strawberry matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

Upon walking in, this place was so cute! The staff was friendly and seemed liked a great place to work/study. Got the hot volcano latte with oat milk and it was really good! It had a nice strong coffee flavor and the salt balanced the drink well. Will try other items from their menu! read more

PLAY Coffee - Hot volcano latte with oat milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

I was unsure whether or not to respond to the owner's reply. But thank you for taking the time to respond to my updated review. I believe my original review specified that I usually get the strawberry matcha, not the Volcano coffee. The strawberry matcha is $9. it's good. It's expensive for ME(and probably the average consumer). If you go down to Airoma and get their Strawberry Matcha (50%-75% SWT) it tastes like a matcha strawberry pocky for $7. I didn't mention it before, I'm not sure if they have fixed it but their tip percentage is predatory. I didn't mind because I have a careful eye but the lowest percentage set was 20% and the highest was a whopping 40%. It left a bad taste in my mouth but again, tip is optional... read more

PLAY Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

I visited this coffee shop after a friend recommended it for its great coffee. Since only street parking was available right in front of the shop and finding a spot was difficult, I parked at a public lot a block away and walked over. The shop consists of the main building plus an additional area created from a converted shipping container. I arrived around 8 a.m. to find people already settled in with their laptops to study or work. I ordered a hot Americano and a croissant, but honestly, the experience didn't quite live up to a five-star rating. I think I might need to visit a few more times. read more

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Cute little coffee spot, no seating inside but in the patio. Really good matcha latte perfectly sweet and a hint of something I couldn't tell but it was yummy. Would get the matcha latte from here. Service was quick and efficient read more

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Outstanding coffee and pretty much the only multi roaster cafe in OC sourcing coffee from the elite top tier of international and domestic coffee roasters (e.g. Sey, Tanat, Datura, Tim Wendelboe, etc...). I always order a classic hot caffe latte with whole milk when comparing coffee shops and the latte from PLAY was a standout - the single origin espresso that they use really stood out in this drink with red fruit and citrus notes. No boring drinks here! The staff were awesome and I was able to geek out about coffee with them for a little bit while waiting for my drink. I even snagged a killer bag of Tim Wendelboe SL28/Gesha, which is hard to find here in the states. My only critique is for their retail single origin bags - I wish they kept tighter control of roast dates. I usually try to buy within a couple weeks off roast and age them to my liking, but several of the bags they had for sale were a couple months off roast. Overall, this place is killer if you are serious about coffee. Many coffee shops nearby have a good vibe but lack substance. PLAY, in contrast, delivers on all fronts. read more

PLAY Coffee - #1 coffee roaster in the world, and PLAY sells it - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

Cute, cozy, bright, and playful coffee shop. Love the bright colors of the decor and merch. Service was great. He asked if we had any questions and was attentive as we made our selections. I tried the Cardamom latte. The flavor and scent was very pleasant. Enjoyable! My husband had an espresso shot and unfortunately it was more bitter than we typically like but not bad. It reminded me of 90% dark chocolate with a hint of orange zest. Worth checking out for sure! I want to come back and try some other items soon. read more

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Always love coming here! The location is a bit hidden but it's a very cute and unique spot! The baristas are always friendly and never fall short on their positive attitudes. I've so far tried both the volcano latte and the matcha maple latte. The volcano latte is very rich, and the matcha maple latte has both a sweet but earthy taste but the sweetness tastes a bit different and not too strong with the maple. read more

PLAY Coffee - Volcano Latte & Matcha Maple Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

Stopped by PlayCoffee and was pleasantly surprised. We ordered the Sudachi Matcha Tonic and a cold brew, and both drinks came out quickly. The Sudachi Matcha Tonic was excellent. It was very matcha forward with a subtle citrus note. Not overly bright like a yuzu tonic, but just enough citrus to notice as you sip, allowing the matcha to remain the focus. The cold brew was also well done. Smooth, not bitter, and with plenty of body. Very easy to drink. I also really liked how the space is laid out. They repurposed shipping containers in a thoughtful way, creating clearly separated seating areas. There is an outdoor section, an indoor section with bathrooms, and a main kitchen area where you order drinks and browse merchandise. The layout feels intentional and works well even when the shop is busy. Looking back, we probably should have asked about the beans because the coffee was good enough that we would have happily picked up a bag or two to take home. Quick service, well executed drinks, and a unique space make PlayCoffee a spot worth revisiting. I will definitely be back to try more from their menu. read more

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9/10 Hojicha Latte - I didn't adjust the sweetener at all. When I tried it after they made it, it wasn't sweet enough for me. I actually had to ask the barista twice to add more sweetener. Yes, I like my drinks on the sweeter side! Other than that, it had a nice earthy flavor. The layout of the place was also very interesting. Cost - $8.00 in total. read more

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The barista very enthusiastically recommended the volcano latte (smoky sea salt) to me and it did not disappoint! I love a salty latte so this hit the spot and wasn't too sweet at half sweetness. I love the indoor-outdoor feeling and the colorful decorations throughout that really exude playful (lol) and childlike. The shipping container is a really cute aesthetic and I appreciate how there was still an outlet inside. read more

PLAY Coffee - vibe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

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the volcano latte was really good! not bitter and not too sweet, just perfect! very light salted caramel flavor also tried the blueberry and chocolate donut, def recommend the blueberry! the chocolate was basic but the blueberry flavor was perfect read more

The good news is They service really professional coffee.but you only can drink maximize two and cannot drink more coffee as to enjoy all the flavors read more

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I really enjoyed my matcha from here. It wasn't too thick or watered down, it was a great consistency. The flavor wasn't too overwhelming and it was a nice addition to my trip to the flea market down the street. Cool place! read more

PLAY Coffee - Iced Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

Good vibe, well trained staffs, and good coffee selection from all around the world. Bit pricey side but you get what you pay for. Quality pour overs and espresso. read more

The vibe of this place is unique. I've driven by on Commonwealth and assumed it was a typical set-up of outdoor seating and a brick and mortar shop, but it's two shipping containers, converted into a coffee space, in an alleyway, in downtown Fullerton. You can park on the street, but I get nervous about parking on Commonwealth and Harbor because of the traffic and I decided to go all the way around and park in the parking lot by Heroes and walked over. I stopped by on the weekday in the morning and it wasn't crowded, in fact there was one couple ahead of me. The one person working the bar was very chill, so if you're thinking of stopping here before heading to the office, I would say neigh. This is one of those laid back, take your time and enjoy the outdoor elements coffee spots. I ordered a maple latte and went to do some work in the outdoor seating area. There's another shipping container connected to the main shop that has tables and chairs and a few outlets for chargers. Can you work in there? Sure. Is it a vibe? Not really, there are air conditioners in there, but there's no background music and it feels like you're in a fancy shipping container. I ordered a shaken maple latte, it was good and had a hint of orange in it. I would recommend this place if you want to slow down and enjoy the weather and your coffee, not if you are commuting to work. read more

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Fullerton, 這個美麗的城市，光咖啡廳不曉得有多少家可以來探店，網紅店超多的，有名又有特色的餐廳也很多，今天既然來了就來這一家放在我的寶藏名單裡好久的play咖啡，最有名的叫 volcano coffee , 加了海鹽的味道不錯，這一家店最大的賣點還是他們的貨櫃造型， 藍色， 橘色很跳tone 的設計，很有自己的風格 read more

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Had a great chai . They were not very busy and we are lucky for us . We love this location and it is clean, quiet and very convenient read more

PLAY Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

Clean atmosphere, simple, bright, fun. Service was fast, very friendly. Cardamom iced latte with oat milk was good. Good flavor, cardamom was there, and coffee forward. Would be back. read more

This fun coffee shop has a glass-encased space for ordering, with several patio areas surrounding it, and a separate room with indoor seating. They are known for their Volcano Latte so that's what I ordered (hot rather than iced) along with a chocolate chip cookie. It was a mild evening so I sat outside at one of the patio tables. The latte had an interesting sweet & salty taste; actually the flavor wasn't too salty but I could taste the saltiness on my lips after sipping. The coffee flavor was smooth and vivid. It paired perfectly with the chocolate chip cookie which also had some salt on it to give it that sweet & salty combination. The duo working here were friendly and quick. It's located in downtown Fullerton so there are a couple of nearby lots but, being a weekday, I easily found street parking a block away. read more

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The wallet threshold has a mental setting yet there are times to expand beyond some of the pricing to get the experience. That is not to say this place is big $$. (Big $ was being in Japan and paying $15 when it was near 1:1 for a siphon type coffee.) The staff at Play is great! The base coffees and infused ones well worked out. The taste is excellent for an enjoyable coffee experience. Parking can be challenging at peak hours when the other eateries are in full swing. read more

PLAY Coffee - Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

Great place to study, wonderful staff :) lots of coffee and tea options. My friend and I stayed and enjoyed our iced teas in the back with ac read more

PLAY Coffee - Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

Volcano latte. Cardamom latte. Shake maple latte. In that order. I live for this place. I wish more coffee spots had the standards and variety that have at Play. I always have to stop in here when I'm in town. read more

Since moving back to Fullerton, we've hit up tons of coffee shops in the area, and Play Coffee is our favorite. Their small and bright location drew us in, and their strong and flavorful coffee had us hooked. My husband is a big fan of their cappuccinos and yuzu espresso tonic. I, on the other hand, enjoy their strawberry matcha and a decaf sweet latte every now and again. We've also tried their ham and cheese croissant which was probably one of the best ones we've had in a long time. Highly recommend them for your next morning coffee run! read more

PLAY Coffee located inFullerton, CA. This unique location had such an interesting layout with so much space indoors and outdoors, with the use of intermodal containers. When walking in, we were intrigued by the cool structure, giving the coffee shop a unique aesthetic. Inside, where the baristas are (which is closer to the parking lot), contained a giant menu with plenty of options and a variety of coffee beans. We both tried the iced Volcano Latte with oatmilk. They do not upcharge for dairy replacements! We were glad that the initial taste had a bold coffee taste, where the other flavors like the brown sugar and milk were a blended mix. This drink also contained a tiny bit of salt, and it was a perfect addition! There was also a subtle sweetness in this coffee that we loved. This is something we would get again. PLAY Coffee also gets their doughnuts from Caffeinated Kitchen! We truly enjoyed PLAY Coffee and loved their coffee and look forward to trying more from their extensive menu! Let us know what you tried! read more

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I've never experiences this various coffee tastes. My order was pour coffee, as I remember. It was Hachi-asobi the barista recommend. It was amazing. I've experienced a lot of notes into the cup of coffee. read more

love the volcano latte here! water is 10x filtered so good! ham and cheese croissant is outmatched! JDR and victoria are the best people ever . will be back! read more

PLAY Coffee - matcha maple latte volcano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

Play Coffee has always been consistent!! Maple Matcha and a Shaken Maple Latte (also bc it comes with an orange peel for contrast is chefs kiss!) are theeee go to orders for me here! My only vice is sometimes my pocket gets a little hot to touch when planning to come here, but just know it never disappoints!!! The Space is cute, also love there's still ways to find seating in the front and back of the main ordering area. read more

The place to go for coffee. Like good coffee. The people here know so much about their craft. So many options for freshly roasted coffee to purchase and take home. If you're a coffee enthusiast you need to make this a frequent stop. My drink of choice is the espresso yuzu tonic. It's the perfect little drink for the summer. (But I will order it so long as it's on the menu) :) read more

PLAY Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

If Legoland and Burning Man had a baby, PLAY Coffee would be their grandchild. This is, hands down, one of the coolest and most innovative coffee spaces I've visited in ages. They've even repurposed a shipping container as a seating area--how cool is that? With no shortage of seating options--from the open front patio to the container room and a rear patio--there's a spot for everyone. The free Wi-Fi makes it a solid choice for getting work done, though power outlets are scarce (I found just one in the container room). The service was super friendly, almost like visiting a playground where the neighborhood kids welcome you with a, "Come, enjoy our space!" It adds to the relaxed, fun atmosphere. When I asked for their signature caffeinated drink, they handed me an iced Volcano Latte. Sweetened with Demerara brown sugar and topped with wood-fired sea salt, it was deliciously unique! Not sure about the sugar's significance, but they made sure I knew about it. If you're in the area, definitely stop by this place! It's a refreshing, creative space that's worth the visit. read more

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We had gone an 45 min before they closed, had gotten the SHAKEN MAPLE LATTE w/ oat milk, I tasted more orange then maple but over like a 6/10 drink, I asked what was the volcano latte was and they didn't tell me, unless they didn't hear but idk. But the people behind us asked and they answered. Most of the chairs were already to. read more

Great coffee but the barista started putting away all the chairs 40 minutes before closing. I got my coffee and sat down for a few minutes and she came around and started cleaning, which is fine. I asked when they closed, not until 8pm. It was only 7:20pm. She preceded to put away all the chairs and tables around me, leaving only the one I was sitting at, and shut the gate to new customers. Not a very welcoming business practice in my opinion, especially after paying $9 for a latte... read more

Grateful this coffee shop is open in the afternoon. Plenty of available parking in the lot behind the center. This coffee shop has an indoor dining area where some people are working on their laptops. Got their ICED VOLCANO LATTE which was sweetened with brown sugar and topped with smoked salt. Delicious. read more

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