I've started to realize the best of the best are actually places that are quietly doing their thing…read moreand not the ones going "viral" on social media. Sometimes we just need to avoid our phones and just look out the window. Was driving in the area and suddenly realized I need a coffee fix. Walked in, place is definitely not your OC vibe cafe. It's quiet, cozy, artistic in a minimal way, staff are very friendly with plenty of seating with large windows getting all that morning sun in. Loved it. Got a fantastic flat white, which was super hot without even asking. Coffee taste was superb. Also ordered a PBJ on toasted brioche which was just perfect in its simplicity. If I'm ever nearby will definitely come back and recommend you add this place to your local coffee shops. Would love to come back here on a rainy evening and read a book.

Writing this review AFTER coming in for the 2nd time…read more Nice ambiance. Very classy, balanced, and not too loud. Feels like a great place to start a morning. The cafe is standard and the roast is a little dark (if that's how you like it). Also, what I thought was intriguing (and I ended up liking) was the "build your own toast" portion of the menu. There are "Built" options of things like the T.O.M. (Tomato, olive oil, and mozzarella - which is great with avocado ) and then you can literally have a build your own toast (you choose the bread, toppings, construct, etc.) Really cool establishment and I recommend you visit for a good coffee and toast!

I wish I lived closer! Second trip, and now this is one of my fav OC coffee/tea spots…read more Brought my friend for her B-day on a Sat mid-morning in Sept. The line goes to the door much of the time, but they keep it moving, keep it kind, and the one barista keeps the drinks coming out so quickly that you barely have time to find a seat! It was pretty full again with half studier/workers and half friend pairs/ groups. We happened to come on the day they had a collab for jeans recycling with Madewell: donate a pair of jeans and get a free 12-oz drink from the "taplist" (regular menu list) plus a coupon for 15% off a pair of jeans! What a great and generous promo for a cause. Inside vinyl shops look fun. I am sad that the stationery shop is gone, but still looking forward to bringing my fam to check our the vinyl and fun drinks. The drinks: We came here just for the Fall Banoffee Latte because we crave/miss this British flavor. It was pretty good and a good sweetness, but I think toffee topping or a little more toffee flavor would've elevated it. I actually liked the free pour of Strawberry Swing even better! Green tea with strawberry flavor and a floral touch without bitterness. Had a taste of my friend's Princess Daisy green tea with mango/passion fruit, and it had a bit of bitter/tea flavor, but it grew on my friend's palate with every sip. The food: Only tried the cinamon sugar donut, which was tasty, solid regualr yeast donut topped with ?buttercream frosting and 8 or so cinnamon toast crunch pieces. The add-it-yourself maple drizzle dropper was a fun touch, though might've liked it a tad more viscous if possible (turned out looking like it rained maple syrup on the donut, heh). Plenty of parking on Orange St public parking lot or along that street. Now they charge at the lot, about $1.45 per hour (oh well, better than LA parking). Looking forward to returning! Maybe for the bananas foster matcha (heard good things from friend of a foodie friend :)).

If I ever open a café, the atmosphere of Contra is what I would try to encapsulate. Music + great…read moredrinks + stationery corner = They occasionally have someone play vinyls and it adds to the cool vibe of the café. They have drinks on tap. I also love the nod to Filipino culture with their Kuya and Ate lattes.

Loved this place! I have always passed by it when I've been walking around Main Place but I finally…read moredecided to try it. It was soo good! I ordered their Vietnamese iced coffee. It was strong but not bitter, creamy, flavorful, and had just the right amount of sweetness. They also have other drink options like matchas and smoothies, which I'll have try next time. Ordering at the kiosk was really easy and you're able to customize your order too. The place is very clean and there are a few tables where you can sit inside. What I noticed right away was how friendly and welcoming their staff is. One of the ladies behind the counter was so sweet and greeted me with a smile. I'm definitely going back next time I'm at Main Place.

Many drinks to choose from, I got their PSL where is the pumpkin? This drink was not good sorry to…read moresay very disappointing and was excited to try it out.

HHC Coffee was a wonderful stop and a great way to start our day! I enjoyed the Strawberry Matcha,…read morewhich was refreshing, smooth, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness. My husband ordered the Brown Sugar Maple Latte and absolutely loved the rich, warm flavors. We also shared the Ham and Cheese Pesto Croissant, and it was delicious--light, buttery, flaky, and filled with great flavor. Everything tasted fresh and thoughtfully prepared. One of our favorite parts was the outdoor seating area. We loved dining outside and enjoying the beautiful weather while sipping our drinks and relaxing. It created the perfect atmosphere to slow down and enjoy the experience. The atmosphere was welcoming, the drinks were excellent, and the food was just as impressive. We'll definitely be back to try more of the menu. Highly recommend stopping by if you're looking for quality coffee, delicious pastries, and a great outdoor dining experience!

We love this place and have been coming here for years now but today was a shitty experience from…read morethe lady behind the counter. I couldn't find a way to contact them through email so this is my only option. I went in to get coffee beans and a cold brew per my usual monthly visit with my pup. There was a tall woman behind the counter this time. We went through the typical spiel of what can I get you? Comes with a cold brew, etc etc. But after I walked away, 3 of her colleagues came up to chat and show pictures. As they were chatting I heard her say "I ain't got time for cold brew" and look directly at me. Then they split up and she went to stand at the other end of the counter while the 2 people she was chatting with came behind the counter and started sharing pictures or whatever. It just came off rude. I love this place and these are our favourite beans but just really crappy feeling as a local customer.

July 26th, 2026 10:45am Sunday…read moreOrdered: - Banana Bread Iced Latte - Oat Milk Iced Latte (Shot of Hazelnut Syrup) Atmosphere: -Two Floor, Indoor Seating -No parking lot, just street spots (we were lucky and found parking right in front!) -Lively Atmosphere, Friendly Staff -Music loud enough to offer privacy between group conversations! Final Notes: Lots of people doing their work here. Seems headphones are necessary if you need focusing, but very excited to come back during the school year to study in a comfortable environment :D

Oh, The Lost Bean... I'm at a loss for words…read more I really wanted to love this location. I've been a customer at the Tustin location for years, so I walked in excited. Unfortunately, this visit was one disappointment after another. We arrived at 8:30 a.m. hoping for a peaceful coffee-and-breakfast morning. Instead, we accidentally wandered into what felt like a Janis Joplin tribute concert. The music was blasting at nightclub volume--not exactly the relaxing start to the day we had in mind. But surprisingly... that wasn't even the worst part. The food was incredibly disappointing. I ordered the breakfast burrito, and the potatoes were still raw--hard enough to remind me they were once part of the ground.. My husband ordered the French toast, which looked suspiciously like it took a quick detour from Trader Joe's frozen aisle before landing on our table. There's nothing wrong with frozen French toast... unless you're charging $14 and calling it brunch. Another friend ordered the granola with berries. After a few bites, he gave it a skeptical look, pushed the bowl away, and decided breakfast simply wasn't worth the gamble. The coffee was decent , but honestly wasn't worth fighting the neighbors for a parking spot!

Staff: The young lady here was so nice. I was most…read moreimpressed by how when I asked for cream, she filled it with her own device, vs me just doing it. Made me feel very valued. Quality: I just grabbed a drip coffee but it was good. Value: $4.95 I think for the coffee which is fair. Overall: I really liked this spot. Nice , spacious, welcoming ambiance. I don't frequent the area but if I came back I most definitely would return here.

First time at Hopper & Burr and definitely won't be my last! The cafe sits right on the corner with…read morea very city-like view of Santa Ana, but it still feels surprisingly quiet and relaxed. It's a cafe and wine bar, which I thought was such a cute concept. Jasiah was super helpful and really knowledgeable about the menu and ingredients. I originally came wanting to try the Nico, but found out it was a seasonal summer item. I ended up getting the Campfire Cappuccino instead, which is a smoked and lightly salted cappuccino. Definitely different from your typical cappuccino, but in a good way! I also got to try their milk tea, and I loveeee milk tea. This one was giving chai vibes. It was aromatic, creamy, and lightly spiced, so if you like those warmer flavors, you'll probably really enjoy it. Overall, I loved the atmosphere, drinks, and service. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to, especially to try more of the menu!

One of my favorite matcha spots in OC! Their matcha drinks are superior with amazing flavors, and a…read morerich and balanced matcha taste. The line gets long on the weekend and we waited about 30 mins before finally ordering but it was definitely worth the wait. There is limited parking in the lot but there is street parking available around the lot. I loved their mango matcha which had a delicious tasting mango puree. The coconut matcha was so refreshing with great tasting coconut water (which can really make or break a coconut matcha drink). And the triple matcha was so smooth and rich from the matcha latte base, delicious matcha cream top, and a refreshing matcha sorbet. All of their drinks were delicious and I would definitely recommend checking them out!

Saturday morning, 12pm, line is about a 10-15 minute wait but it goes by fast…read more First visit here, wasn't sure what to order but decided that we will do one coffee and one matcha. Pumpkin Pie Matcha 5/5 - the pumpkin sauce pairs well with the matcha once mixed. Matcha has a great color and taste. I would have added a cream top but forgot. Banana Coffee 3.5/5 - I have had banana coffee in the past at other places but I'm not sure how to feel about this one. I did feel it was bitter and has a weird after taste. My husband liked it and also pointed towards it nuttiest taste with the toffee. Since it's his drink here is his rating - 4.5/5 I think it comes down to your love for bananas lol

The double matcha is on of the best matchas I have ever had. Definitely try and wait in lineread more

One of the best matcha is I've tried in OC. The customer service is very welcoming. I always go for…read morethe matcha einspanner!

I went here around 2 times these past 2 weeks, and the drinks and the avocado toasts with bacon are…read moreso damn good! It's so good that I still crave it hours later. The bacon is cooked to perfection, the honey drizzle is so good, and the avocados taste fresh and nice.

I ordered a bagel sandwich only. No customers ahead of me in line. 2 customers waiting in the…read morestore. I waited about 20 min then went to the counter and asked about my bagel. The girl at the front desk just scoffed and said "it'll be out shortly". Then I heard a male go up and scold her for the interaction in front of me the customer. It was an all around awkward customer service experience and absolutely terrible. I then waited 2 more min and walked up to them as they were about to finally make my bagel and said forget about it I need to leave to work. He said "I will take care of it for you" and did apologize. I said I understand it's busy but was still so annoyed and didn't get to eat any breakfast before work which I Intentionally set extra time for so it was completely wasted. The service really needs improvement they don't even acknowledge customers waiting and the vibe was def lacking basic friendly customer experience for how expensive the food is I would expect a lot more. Learn from reborn coffee; it's comparable in price and coffee in my opinion, they take their time and train well and I have never had any issues. I had the same experience at the Irvine location which is why I know it's a company problem at this point. I can't say I want to be back after this final visit

One of my go-to Philz locations right in downtown!…read more The staff are friendly and greet you as soon as you walk in. There's a good variety of seating options, including outdoor seating that's perfect when the weather is nice. Parking in the lot is reserved for mobile pickup orders, but there's plenty of street parking nearby as well. The restroom is located outside the cafe and requires a code for access. DRINKS: I ordered my usual Mocha Tesora, which is always rich, smooth, and chocolatey! It's one of my go-to drinks here. I also appreciate that Philz now has a rewards program! My only wish is that the free drink reward came a little sooner. I've been a regular since before the loyalty program was introduced, but I've only earned one free drink so far since you essentially have to spend $120 to redeem one. I still love coming here, though, and hope they consider making the rewards a bit more attainable for their loyal customers!

The honey haze is always my go to and refreshing especially for summer! The service here was nice…read moreand friendly. The atmosphere is bright and homey feeling, seems like a nice spot to do some work. Parking lot is super small maybe only 4-5 spots but there's street parking since it's downtown Orange.