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Modern yet artistic coffee shop with seating outlets and WIFI. MOCHA is delicious even with almond milk it was thick and frothy with moderate sweetness. Service was patient with all our questions and great with cleaning up the area.
The coffee was.. disappointing. I didn't even finish the coffee, it was bitter and had a very light weight to it. I'm use to coffee being thicker consistency when milk is added but that lacked here unfortunately. The shop itself is pretty clean, has a very modern look. side note: if you like matcha they also have that option but i did not try it.. let me know how it is!
My second time here and I actually spent some time studying here too! I got the expresso, iced coffee, and donut. The staff was so kind to me and helped me bring my items to the table as I had full hands. I think it's the perfect cafe to study at , while Laguna is beautiful! There are big windows to sit inside or outdoors!
What a charming location in Laguna beach! The interior is clean and aesthetic, but somehow cozy and inviting at the same time. There was nice outdoor seating as well. The staff were really friendly and professional and made the experience great! They have a great variety of unique flavors, and I loved how nothing we tried was overly sweet. Presentation is beautiful, and the pastry we tried was delicious as well. Definitely a great sport before heading to the beach!
Absolutely loved this place! The strawberry matcha was probably the best I've ever had. The strawberry milk is made in-house and you can really taste the difference. The chocolate croissant was also INSANE, and the beautiful views made the whole experience even better. The staff was so friendly, and I loved the clean, modern, minimalist aesthetic. I cant wait to come back and try out some of the other drinks!
Really great coffee flavors and such an amazing ambiance. Love the concrete feel to the entire shop and service was fantastic. Not much seating indoors but they have a nice semi-private outdoor patio. We ordered the volcano latte + 1 shot of espresso and the strawberry matcha latte. The volcano was good and I recommend adding the extra shot. However the strawberry matcha was not my fave. Light matcha flavor and tasted like strawberry milk. We also tried the pistachio rhubarb danish which was a nice sweet treat, just a bit overpriced
Laguna Beach, Ca. It's all about the coffee here, however there are a few pastries, croissants, etc. to go with your coffee. We are latte fans and so far have only tried that beverage here. They had great flavor, but for a latte. I would like a minimum of 12 ounces. The latte Art is exceptional, not often seen with such fine linage. I liked the drink better in the ceramic cup rather that the paper cup, it retained the heat much better. I really want to try whatever is brewed with the machine with the handle pull, so I'll be back for that. The staff is pretty friendly and they definitely take care of business. Wait times are not too long.
I got an iced latte and croissant, and my friend got a strawberry matcha. I loved both the latte and croissant, but the matcha fell short. They use strawberry "discs" that include freeze-dried strawberries and other things, but it doesn't really bring the strawberry flavor. I think using fresh strawberries would make the drink so much better. The baristas are so kind and the space itself is great for studying/working. Parking can be found anywhere on the street, and there may be a lot near the coffee shop. I would definitely come back for a latte!
the matcha quality was good but the strawberry matcha tasted very strawberry forward and very milky. we ordered the vanilla latte with extra ice which made it less milky. there's a good amount of seats inside/outside. parking is difficult especially on weekends
As a long time Laguna local, we were missing something "LA chic" for coffee. I can attest that PLAY has the coffee and pastries of your dreams. I have the cardamon bun and lavender latte and it's fabulous!
this might be my new favorite coffee shop! I love the aesthetic and that they have indoor and outdoor seating. the strawberry matcha is so unique because they use these dried strawberry chips from france and melt them down with milk and brown sugar for that delicious flavor. the staff are SUPER friendly and they also have pastries!
Love this place for their iced coffee, drinks and their pastries. Their coffee roast is rich and delightful. You can really taste the fresh ingredients of the coffee and the pastries are phenomenal. The croissant. It's probably one of the softest. I've had my go to spot for coffee.
Super cute cafe that's perfect for studying, they have outlets everywhere. I love that the space feels so open and welcoming. We tried their most popular latte and matcha: Volcano Latte & Strawberry Matcha. The drinks surprised us, it was very light and had good aromas to it. The staff are super friendly and prepared the drinks so quick. There's paid street parking or a lot nearby. ig: @cravingswithcat
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This location is so beautiful and well placed. I parked across the street and had an iced strawberry Matcha here two weeks ago, and love sitting outside watching cars and people pass by. They have some tables and a nice countertop planter, to have an elevated view of the downtown area. The strawberry Matcha was sweet enough to offset the Matcha taste, which I am not fond of. I know Matcha has its benefits, but I do prefer the sweetness added. I have never been to their old town, Orange location, but I walk by it all the time. This location could not be passed up without stopping in. read more
PLAY is a contemporary coffee shop located where Laguna Canyon meets the coast in Laguna Beach. This minimalist coffee shop design with raw steel, smooth concrete, and warm brick finishes imbues a welcoming atmosphere. Their menu was compendious that customers will like. Indoor and outdoor seats were spacious and organized. We came early Sunday morning to grab some coffee. I had a Latte and Chocolate croissant. Both were good. Staff were quite cordial and assiduous. The vibe was relaxing and quiet. Parking was easy. Prices were okay. Overall, it's one of the nicest coffee shops in the area. I highly recommend them. read more
Modern yet artistic coffee shop with seating outlets and WIFI. MOCHA is delicious even with almond milk it was thick and frothy with moderate sweetness. Service was patient with all our questions and great with cleaning up the area. read more
The coffee was.. disappointing. I didn't even finish the coffee, it was bitter and had a very light weight to it. I'm use to coffee being thicker consistency when milk is added but that lacked here unfortunately. The shop itself is pretty clean, has a very modern look. side note: if you like matcha they also have that option but i did not try it.. let me know how it is! read more
My second time here and I actually spent some time studying here too! I got the expresso, iced coffee, and donut. The staff was so kind to me and helped me bring my items to the table as I had full hands. I think it's the perfect cafe to study at , while Laguna is beautiful! There are big windows to sit inside or outdoors! read more
4 days ago
2 months ago
What a charming location in Laguna beach! The interior is clean and aesthetic, but somehow cozy and inviting at the same time. There was nice outdoor seating as well. The staff were really friendly and professional and made the experience great! They have a great variety of unique flavors, and I loved how nothing we tried was overly sweet. Presentation is beautiful, and the pastry we tried was delicious as well. Definitely a great sport before heading to the beach! read more
7 days ago
Absolutely loved this place! The strawberry matcha was probably the best I've ever had. The strawberry milk is made in-house and you can really taste the difference. The chocolate croissant was also INSANE, and the beautiful views made the whole experience even better. The staff was so friendly, and I loved the clean, modern, minimalist aesthetic. I cant wait to come back and try out some of the other drinks! read more
4 months ago
Really great coffee flavors and such an amazing ambiance. Love the concrete feel to the entire shop and service was fantastic. Not much seating indoors but they have a nice semi-private outdoor patio. We ordered the volcano latte + 1 shot of espresso and the strawberry matcha latte. The volcano was good and I recommend adding the extra shot. However the strawberry matcha was not my fave. Light matcha flavor and tasted like strawberry milk. We also tried the pistachio rhubarb danish which was a nice sweet treat, just a bit overpriced read more
Laguna Beach, Ca. It's all about the coffee here, however there are a few pastries, croissants, etc. to go with your coffee. We are latte fans and so far have only tried that beverage here. They had great flavor, but for a latte. I would like a minimum of 12 ounces. The latte Art is exceptional, not often seen with such fine linage. I liked the drink better in the ceramic cup rather that the paper cup, it retained the heat much better. I really want to try whatever is brewed with the machine with the handle pull, so I'll be back for that. The staff is pretty friendly and they definitely take care of business. Wait times are not too long. read more
I got an iced latte and croissant, and my friend got a strawberry matcha. I loved both the latte and croissant, but the matcha fell short. They use strawberry "discs" that include freeze-dried strawberries and other things, but it doesn't really bring the strawberry flavor. I think using fresh strawberries would make the drink so much better. The baristas are so kind and the space itself is great for studying/working. Parking can be found anywhere on the street, and there may be a lot near the coffee shop. I would definitely come back for a latte! read more
the matcha quality was good but the strawberry matcha tasted very strawberry forward and very milky. we ordered the vanilla latte with extra ice which made it less milky. there's a good amount of seats inside/outside. parking is difficult especially on weekends read more
this might be my new favorite coffee shop! I love the aesthetic and that they have indoor and outdoor seating. the strawberry matcha is so unique because they use these dried strawberry chips from france and melt them down with milk and brown sugar for that delicious flavor. the staff are SUPER friendly and they also have pastries! read more
2 months ago
Love this place for their iced coffee, drinks and their pastries. Their coffee roast is rich and delightful. You can really taste the fresh ingredients of the coffee and the pastries are phenomenal. The croissant. It's probably one of the softest. I've had my go to spot for coffee. read more
7 months ago
Super cute cafe that's perfect for studying, they have outlets everywhere. I love that the space feels so open and welcoming. We tried their most popular latte and matcha: Volcano Latte & Strawberry Matcha. The drinks surprised us, it was very light and had good aromas to it. The staff are super friendly and prepared the drinks so quick. There's paid street parking or a lot nearby. ig: @cravingswithcat read more
2 months ago
Very good studying vibes and yummy coffee. Will def get you feeling productive but not overly caffeinated. Staff was super friendly and talkative. Will def be back next time I'm in the area(sweet latte and vanilla were bomb) read more
7 months ago
this spot is located on the corner of Forest Ave & Laguna Canyon. Theres a parking lot across the street or you can find street parking nearby! service was great, everyone was nice, friendly and very knowledgeable. They explained to us the proper way to drink espresso/pourover! they have a roomy interior with plugs so you can study/work & their outside seating is covered (we went on a rainy day). Definitely recommend this place, very high quality stuff. Our favorites were the Pepe Espresso & Volcano Latte w/ the pink donut & cardamom bun read more
8 months ago
Cute little coffee shop at excellent location with amazing coffee :) must try The cardamom latte was so tasty with real cardamom powder not syrup. Very aromatic. The matcha was super delicious read more
8 months ago
As someone who lives for working in coffee shops and trying all the creative lattes, Play Coffee completely exceeded my expectations! I went all out and tried three drinks: the Volcano Latte, Shaken Maple Latte, and Strawberry Matcha Latte. While I'm equally obsessed with both coffee and matcha, the Shaken Maple Latte stole the show. The orange rind and cinnamon garnish? Chef's kiss. The maple flavor was beautifully subtle, not overpowering, and let the quality of their coffee beans shine through. I also treated myself to the cardamom pastry, and wow, it was even more delicious than it was photogenic (and it was VERY photogenic). The staff were incredibly friendly and patient with all my questions about the menu. The space itself is ideal for getting work done. I had a focused work session and even hopped on a video call with zero wifi issues. Whether you're a local or just visiting South OC, Play Coffee is a must-visit. Grab your drink to go and stroll through town or head to the beach nearby. You won't regret it! read more
1 month ago
Was excited to try a new coffee shop that just opened near main beach and Play did not disappoint! I was very impressed by their latte art, mug sizes, and drink quality-- they use ceremonial grade matcha and their baristas are very detail-oriented when it comes to modifications to sweetness level, ice, etc. The patio area does get a bit loud since it's next to a busy part of the 133, but there is ample seating for dine-in and Play is conveniently located right across the street from the Laguna farmers market and the center of town. I will definitely be coming back to try more of their drinks! read more
4 months ago
I'm sorry but this place is not for me. I don't understand why this place is popular. I feel bad saying it but it was the worst coffee I've ever had. It was weirdly sour and bitter. The interior was cold and nothing but cement. Not a very welcoming environment but I guess it's modern if you like that. The location is good but only for Saturday mornings when the farmers market is across the street, otherwise it's out of the way and there's no parking. The service was good, friendly staff but the tip prompts started at 20% which is ridiculous. If you've tried it and liked it, I'm glad you found joy in something I could not. read more
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I love that this place has open air seating! It's a modern cafe with unique menu flavors from around the world. We ordered the iced maple matcha latte and hot sweet latte for our drinks. Drinks were 8/10. I wish they offered a cream top for my matcha. We also got a pistachio cream filled pastry and a financier cake. I appreciate that they have different flavors of baked goods. Both of the pastries we got were 10/10!! We immediately got our pastries and we didn't wait long for our drinks to be made. There were 2 people working and they made our drinks pretty quickly. Overall, I give this cafe a 9/10. read more
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As someone who is very into cafe culture, the atmosphere of this place is top tier. There's tons of indoor and outdoor seating, the music is quiet, and the interior is gorgeous. It's also walking distance to main beach and downtown Laguna. I highly recommend the Strawberry Matcha and Vanilla Latte! Both were perfectly sweetened and well balanced. read more
5 months ago
8 months ago
The iced maple matcha was good and had a tiny hint of maple, but the shaken maple latte tasted just like a regular latte. I like the ambiance of the place and service was fast since it's a new spot. It's a bit of a walk from the downtown area but is close to the parking lot 11. read more
3 months ago
the staff is so helpful and nice, the drinks are good, and the pastries are incredible! i tried the strawberry matcha latte, volcano latte, and a few pastries! everything was so unique in flavor i couldn't get enough all their ingredients are mostly imported and specialized! the pastries they outsource from a bakery nearby, but everything was so so yummy you have to try! it's also a nice work space, they have seating if you want to get some work done or catch up with a friend! read more
6 months ago
Excellent flat white coffee! Great location as well. First time here. This coffee shop should do well. read more
2 months ago
9 months ago
Play coffee is hands down the best coffee in all of Orange County. Fellow Pacific Northwest visitors looking for quality espresso, look no further. Epic drinks read more
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