Play coffee has two locations. This location offers an indoor/outdoor experience with ample seating for both options. My order was taking quickly after arriving and served fast. I ended up buying one of the items they sell (espresso log book) which I'm so excited to use at home. There's street parking as well as parking in the back. It was very quiet today when I went during lunch time, since this spot is close to Fullerton college it can get busy with students at times. I ordered the volcano latte and a pour over. read more

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6 star review. Best coffee shop in all of Southern California and I explore coffee shops religiously. Cardamom flat white is my go to. They make almost all their syrups in house and they're phenomenal. Staff is extremely friendly and accommodating as well. Can either visit the Fullerton or Orange locations. read more

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Stopped into play coffee today to try The "Cartier cream top" which has warming spices combined with espresso, milk, chai, Bourbon, vanilla & topped with Alexandre family farm A2 grass-fed cream top and then shaken with organic pumpkin spice. This seasonal drink is a must try if you are looking for a cozy drink to get you in the fall spirit. And even tho the baristas on bar are new faces to me they still brought the same great service that Leon has instilled in both shops. Top tier service, drinks & atmosphere. read more

PLAY Coffee - Cartier Cream Top - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Great coffee with an incredible selection of European roasters that are sometimes difficult to get in the US. Service was lackluster, as the guy and girl working Friday afternoon were not very friendly or engaging at all. It's a cool little location with outdoor seating, I'd return for a pour over. read more

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

Play Coffee -- another niche coffee in downtown Fullerton. Based on great reviews, I decided to checkout the venue. I'm always gleaning from happiness drinking good quality coffee and supporting small businesses. Play shop is built with recycled shipping container so the space is narrow and long. Depending where you're entering the shop (e.g, from the sidewalk on Commonwealth) the main shop is further down in the alley. You'll walk past outdoor seatings and the "container" recreated as a lounge. I like the simplicity and vivid blue and orange painted walls. The main shop is bright and small -- order from a limited menu but brewed with marketed "higher quality beans". The price point is okay and comparable to other coffee shops. We ordered: (1) Volcano Tonic - 3/5. It was a specialty drink but nothing specific special about it. A bit disappointed. (2) Vanilla Latte - It's good nothing stands out. read more

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Let me first say that this is cute coffee shop. Not many tables tho. My coffee was just ok. All (approx) 9oz. I specifically asked for a large coffee. They don't have large sizes, BTW one size only and I was never corrected at the time they took my money. I ordered a "large" latte and a medium sized tea. $15 total and $2 tip because I was under the impression that I was getting a large sized coffee. When they called my order i told the barista that I asked for a large. His response was, "well we only have one size...." With a smartass attitude. I was in line to complain to the gal at the register and she was busy telling her friend about her migraines and totally ignored me. I just walked out. I'm in this are constantly, but I'll never come back and I will tell my friends to do the same. Here's a tip, a little information goes a long way guys. I guess I can't complain about customer service at this place because it's non existent! read more

Issac, thank you for your excellent service today. From just ordering my drink, I appreciated your energy and smile. It doesn't take being a barista to see your level of knowledge, and I really enjoyed our conversation today. Hope to come by more! read more

Beautiful space. Iced latte was good. I would want to come here to study and do some focus work. There are quite a few areas to sit which is nice. read more

One of the best in the OC for real coffee-enthusiasts. I usually grind my own beans and make pour overs at home with a V60, but every once in a while, I enjoy drinking a cortado or cappuccino with whole milk at coffee shops. I'd say this coffee shop is one of the best in SoCal without having to drive out to LA. They have a number of single-origin espresso and pour over offerings on rotation to try (including coffee roasters from the Netherlands and Norway). You know it's going to be good when there's beans on the shelf from coffee roasters such as La Cabra, April, Nomad.... Their espresso is one of the best pulled ones I've had - not over or under extracted. I was able to taste the berry notes in my cappuccino and the flavor was clean and not muddled at all. I had a sip of the volcano latte (which was described as their sweet and salty drink). I do think it was a bit overpowered by the milk and hard to taste the espresso, but still unique and tasty. Play Coffee is known for their coffee-forward drinks- not the sweet ones; so I don't fault them on this. Hope this review helps. Nowadays, it's really hard to tell which coffee shops are all hype but have bad tasting espresso and overly sweet, gimmicky lattes - this place is for the real coffee enthusiasts. Enjoy! read more

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Play Coffee is undoubtedly one of the best coffee spots in Fullerton. They're consistent every time and all their coffee options are very good. I have family in the area and whenever I visit them, I ALWAYS go here first for a great cup of Joe. Also love the way their coffee shop looks. Very unique and playful (hence the name haha). The only thing I hate is parking. If you come here on a weekend, good luck. read more

Strawberry Matcha - 9/10 delicious matcha. The matcha isn't too strong and there's none of that weird texture you can get sometimes. Only downside is I think they premake the strawberry part so you can only get this drink with whole milk Volcano Latte - 9/10 my partner isn't a huge latte person but this was a hit for him. The coffee isn't hidden by the milk and isn't burnt like a lot of places. Perfectly sweet The shop is super small and the menu is simple. There's no places to sit inside but plenty on the outside. Super casual. Parking was fairly easy on a Monday morning but I can imagine it would be more difficult on the weekend since the lot is so small. However downtown Fullerton has lots of lots so you can def walk. Service was quick and friendly. They had two baristas so the drinks came out in just a few minutes. read more

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Exceptional coffee and tea selections from around the world. The pastries are also amazing! Arguably the most delightful kouign-amann in the area! Our family's favorite coffee shop with THE best barista, JDR. He has the most delicious recommendations for coffee beans depending on what flavors you're looking for. We can always taste the difference between JDR making our drinks and someone else, although always great regardless of who makes it, when it's JDR it's always spot on PERFECT. Cherry on top is they always remember even our daughter's order, kids chocolate milk and a sprinkle of donut! read more

PLAY Coffee - Our 2 year old picking out coffee beans! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

Great service and cute aesthetic! I got an iced coffee with honey, and the espresso was smooth! They have outdoor and indoor seating. Not sure if I'd study here since there's limited seating and tables indoors, but I'd get a coffee to-go again :) read more

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

The lady that was taking peoples order was super rude. We tried to order matcha as it was our first time there. She seemed irritated when we asked a question about the menu. They also didn't have a sign saying their applye pay system was down. Inconvenience and 9 dollars for a strawberry matcha is crazy!!! read more

I come here everyday - mostly twice a day. Their filter (drip) coffee is God's gift to this earth, and you will not find another espresso tonic on this green earth that is better than this one. I read someone complaining about the match here. HORSESHIT! Their matcha is the only matcha I will trust! Leon and the staff know their shit! If you want to nerd out about coffee with them or just hang and chat, there is something for everybody. This shop has done such an amazing job at creating place for the community. I have made some incredible friendships just by coming here and chatting with my fellow regulars. I don't know what I would do without this place. It has ruined me for coffee anywhere else! Honorable barista mention: JDR, Victoria, Kendall, Yuli that served me today! read more

PLAY Coffee - Me with my espresso tonic - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

When we first got there, honestly the vibes were not it. Not sure if both workers weren't having a good day, but for my first impression it isn't worth coming back. Coffee was fast, but taste like any other coffee tbh. Would definitely add descriptions to the drinks. read more

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

this place is cool and cute, BUT i don't know if it's only me, the drinks i ordered in the past were always strong like high caffeine to the point where i could not sleep even decaffeinated coffee still high. i can't order drinks from there anymore. yesterday morning i ordered a matcha latte and i couldn't sleep at all. so wild MADE coffee is better, not too high in caffeine read more

My friend who works in a coffee shop recommended this place and the shaken maple. I tried a shaken maple, and it felt like drinking delightfully and lightly sweetened desert. It's a latte with oat milk, and there's an orange peel on top of the coffee. The orange zest smells great and refreshing, and as you drink more, the orange smell gets stronger. If you prefer a strong coffee taste, this drink may not be for you, but I enjoyed this mild coffee with refreshing orange zest. My brother tried the espresso tonic, and he said it was great, but the tonic was mild compared to those offered by other places. read more

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This place surprised me in a good way - the location is interesting and the menu is unique! It's more of a grab & go counter space, but there is plenty of seating around the shop. Parking can be a little tricky since it looks mostly like street parking. I also noticed a good selection of baked goods in their display case when I stopped by on Saturday morning (the croissants & cardamom bread were calling to me). The volcano latte was really unique - it was a great balance of sweet and just a little salty; I tasted plenty of coffee flavor as well, and overall I would come back just for this drink. Service was very friendly and quick! I'd say that this spot is worth a try if you're in the area. read more

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

Amazing aesthetic and amazing drinks! Definitely will be coming back! Isaac and Victoria gave friendly and helpful customer service which created a better experience! read more

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If there were a Barista Hall of Fame, JDR would be inducted on day one--no questions asked. Every morning, like a caffeinated superhero, he greet us with his smile, remember our orders (even when we don't), and brightens our morning with his kindness, sass & extra care of our orders! Not only do they craft the perfect cup every time, but they also spoil us like we're VIPs at a secret coffee club. Extra foam? Done. Perfectly frothed oat milk? Of course. A dash of magic? Must be! So if you're looking for the best coffee and a daily dose of joy, Play Coffee is the place to be & JDR will take care of you! 10/10 would recommend. 100/10 would cry if they ever left. read more

My husband & I have stopped here a number of times to try their coffees & their treats. Love the unique design of this location & there are a number of seats in each little shipping container. There are some spots to sit outside & depending on the time of day you may be able to grab a nice shaded spot outside. Like other reviews have mentioned, they have a limited number of drinks & no descriptions. Some are obvs a given in what to expect but I did have to ask what was in the Volcano Latte. It sounded really good & I got it iced. I think next time I will try it hot, it didn't taste like anything special tbh. It is supposed to have a smoked & salty flavor but I didn't taste any of that when I had it iced. Their maple matcha was really good & I will def come back for that! Another thing that I noticed was consistency. The first couple of times my husband ordered the shaken maple it was not garnished with an orange peel. The last time we went in it was garnished. We also had bought the cutie little doughnuts for our little & they were stale the first time. The second time around they were super super moist! The service is good, they are friendly & will explain what's on the menu if you have questions. I hope that we can get more consistent drinks/treats. read more

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

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I was on my way to class when I realized I haven't gotten coffee yet, so I decided to make a short stop at this place and let's just say that it's magnificent! In the morning I don't really like to think a lot, so I asked Alexis what would she recommend and she recommended the volcano latte which is a very good 9.4/10 in my opinion, Lucio was extremely friendly too and I believe that he made my coffee, honestly that already made my day. The place was really cool and good for sight, it's so peaceful and at a very nice spot, it's a little tricky since you have to go in the ally but that's fine since there are signs to where you should go. Again thank you so much for the small details :) ! read more

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

First time at play coffee. The first thing.... FREE OAT MILK, WHAT?! Food/Drink: -cardamom latte: cinnamon : ) yuuuum Space: -very cute, very long and a lot of spaces for small groups to meet up at or a big group in various tables. Very playground esque feel Price: -normal price for a latte but again... FREE oat milk!? Lactose me was very grateful :) Overall: -I'm rarely in the OC area, but would love to try their chai and matcha lattes! read more

If you want a matcha- do not go here. I recommend going to MADE coffee across the street. The matcha here is overpriced and extremely bland and over diluted with milk. Although, the hot volcano latte is definitely my go to drink if I'm in the area. Service is good, but they can take a little long. The cafe feels like a modern LA coffee shop. read more

离得再远也来过好几次了 环境还是舒服的 但是否值得为了一杯咖啡特地来这家 就见仁见智了 VOLCAN AZUL, COSTA RICA Roasted in Copenhagen, Denmark 【哥斯达黎加黄蜜处理】 Stone Fruit 核果｜Florals 花香｜Nougat 牛轧糖 保留了60%左右果胶层的黄蜜处理，甜感突出，核果类的清新甜美明显，入口时的酸度也很舒适。或许咖啡师的心情不好？还是技术不佳？虽然风味有所展现，但后调却完全被苦涩占据 Cardamom Bun 【小豆蔻面包】 小豆蔻的香气非常浓郁，面包体的质感也很过关，店里没有烤箱，不能复热真可惜，在室温下放置久了，表皮难免会变得干硬 CAPPUCCINO 【卡布奇诺】 MATCHA LATTE 【抹茶拿铁】 LAVENDER LATTE 【薰衣草拿铁】 基本款热奶咖没毛病，浓缩的风味柔顺且均衡；特调奶咖偏甜，配方和融合度都不错 read more

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Not sure if I'm getting the wrong drinks but the maple matcha latte was mid. It just tasted like milk. The espresso tonic was too acidic for my liking as well. The place is cute and spacious and the staff are friendly. read more

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

I ordered a vanilla oat milk latte and found it overall satisfying. The espresso was smooth, although the drink was a bit too sweet. Next time I would ask for less vanilla syrup. This is a very cute study spot during the daytime and when it's not too cold. They have limited interior seating and some more outdoor seating. I had no trouble finding parking in the parking lot adjacent to the café. The service here was phenomenal, I did not catch the person who helped us out, but she was incredibly friendly and helpful. I would go back again. read more

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Honestly, I don't like to leave bad reviews on coffee places when I didn't order a coffee but this was the worst iced chai tea latte I've ever had lol. It had such a weird off-taste that I ended up throwing away the whole drink. It's a bummer because it was $6, next time I'll try one of their coffees if I go earlier in the day. The service was quick and the building is cool to hang out and work at. read more

PLAY Coffee - Ice chai latte before I threw it away lol - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

I forget what it's called, but it's their signature drink. My friend didn't think it was remarkable. Just meh. I had some kind of cold jasmine tea with a touch of seltzer and orange peel. Different. Pricey though at $7. A good place to catch up with a friend. They have sections of indoor seating but mostly outdoor seating. read more

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

Intrigued by a subtle logo, I decided to give this coffee spot a try upon a friend's recommendation. I got their signature drink, volcano latte, which is a mix of sweet and salty. The drink was prepared fairly quickly and I liked how easy it is to drink due to the slight salty factor. However, for $7, the drink did not really provide much depth and can be compared easily to lattes at a lower price. Nonetheless, the ambience is good with both indoor and outdoor seating, and there is plenty of space to enjoy the cup of coffee within the establishment. read more

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First time trying this place. Super cute aesthetic and unique layout but the coffee and pastry wasn't impressive. We got the Volcano Latte (hot) and the Shaken Maple Latte (iced), both were good. But I wouldn't make an effort or go out of my way to go back, mostly because the cup sizes available are small. Four sips and we were almost done with our drink. I personally enjoy sipping my drinks without having to pace myself. The ham and cheese croissant was not $7 worthy. Maybe it was because they don't have an oven to offer it warmed up so it tasted odd??? Idk but I wouldn't recommend it. read more

PLAY Coffee - Shaken Maple Latte, Volcano Latte, & Ham and Cheese Croissant: - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

Really enjoyed my visit to Play Coffee! I ordered the maple matcha. You could tell the quality of the matcha, I just wish it was a bit sweeter. Next time I'll ask for a sweeter drink. My wife loved her shaken espresso drink. The coffee shop is very unique, is well designed, and has a lot of seating throughout. Definitely a must try coffee shop in Fullerton! read more

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

I've ordered many times at this place, and though their prices are markedly higher than anything in the region, I have never complained because they have a variety of decently high quality drinks. but recently their staffing has really gone to shit and almost every barista looks like they don't want to be there and they don't even try to fake it slightly. I get this same drink (a strawberry matcha without ice) often, but this is how much $9 gets you--and your barista will make sure to measure every ounce of a drink to ensure you don't get even a little bit more. again, ive ordered this same drink before and there is always room, but this combined with the lackadaisical customer experience was a pretty shockingly off-putting experience that leaves a real bad taste in your mouth and I can't justify how the price translates to the amount of product, and the overall experience anymore. read more

PLAY Coffee - Strawberry matcha ($9) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

Friendly staff, they remade my coffee even when I wasn't happy with it. (It still wasn't good, but I couldn't do it a second time) Cute vibes, I love how they used staggered shipping containers as the main proponent of their store. They only had sad looking donuts as snacks. I'd come here to chat and catch up with a friend but I wouldn't go out of my way. Coffee drinks are a bit "light" and I wish they had someone to take care of their plants cause they're all dying. read more

PLAY Coffee - Building made from container storage boxes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

Alexis was our barista, the service was super amazing and the my coffee was so flavorful! If she's there you are in good hands

Shaken Maple is great but bf didn't like his Cartier Cream (a little heavy on a certain spice, can't think of the name). Note to the owner: Maybe instead of having a 40% tip option, pay your employees a better wage so the onus of their paycheck isn't on your customers read more

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

Coffee is very good but a bit on the high price. Customer service is aight. One thing g that made me leave with a bad taste in my mouth was the freaking default tip amount on the kiosk. 20% at it's lowest all the way upto 40%. 40%???? yeah.. its only $2.50ish on top of your $6-7 dollar latte but wow.. the audacity to ask that much is just way too ridiculous. read more

This spot is so cute! Such a cool place to hang out n drink your coffee but also different little closed off areas as well as outdoor areas to do work. Coffee was great i had a maple shaken latte with oatmilk. They have a few more id like to try like the cardamom and the volcano. read more

PLAY Coffee - Shaken Maple with oatmilk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Fullerton, California

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There are quite a few coffee spots in DTF, but this one is my go to! Staff is always friendly and they get the drinks out quickly! You gotta try the volcano latte! read more

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