One of my fave coffee shops in Orange circle! Great space to…read moredo work and study Cute lil vinyl and stationary store too Love the variety of choices here Coffee tea and matcha and everything in between! Got their dirty horchata and my friend got the contra blanc Both were solid

Stopped off at Contra in Orange after taking the train up from San Diego. I was looking for a…read morecoffee shop close by with good reviews and decided on this gem of a location! There were only a couple of people in line in front of me and several patron sitting at tables, talking with friends or working. Service was quick which is always a plus, too -- overall a great vibe inside. We ordered the Melo 2.0 (caramel latte with a cold foam top) and the Suede (mocha dusted brown sugar latte). Both were delicious, but the Melo 2.0 was the clear favorite! It was smooth and flavorful without being too sweet. Meanwhile, the Suede was strong in espresso flavor which I personally love. I'd absolutely recommend coming to this place! Side note: it is coffee on draft so there are no hot drinks. I personally prefer hot drinks; however, these were so good, I'd absolutely come back.

I wish I lived closer because I would go here daily!…read more Stopped by late one evening on my way home -- the amazing aroma floats through as you walk toward Coffee Heist and I was excited before I even got there based on how yummy it smells walking in to store. I got an iced coffee for the next morning and a jasmine tea for that evening -- both were exquisite. The tea was refreshing and the coffee is so flavorful, strong without being bitter and lots of delicious notes. The guy working behind the counter was so kind too -- appreciate his thoughtfulness once he found out I would drink it next morning, he held on putting ice in so it would stay concentrated til the next day. I need to go back and buy a pound or two of coffee -- or maybe they can open one closer to me in LA too :)

Walking through Main Place Mall, I made a spontaneous stop at Coffee Heist (after all, I KNOW what…read moreStarbucks offers). I was fortunate to be greeted and assisted by Hector, who kindly and patiently described their offerings. Not familiar with Vietnamese coffee, upon hearing me express my dislike for anything too sweet, he presented me with a coffee drink that I enjoyed (despite also avoiding rich & creamy beverages)! My first experience of a Vietnamese coffee was luxuriously smooth and tasty. I like the wood furnishings and open windows giving an open-&-airy feel in this small, cute-&-comfortable shop. Fun find!

This coffee shop has been on my list forever, so when I was in the area I finally stopped in to try…read moreit--and I'm glad I did. It's such a cute spot. The space is really bright and calm with a ton of seating, and there were lots of people working on laptops, so it definitely feels like a good place to hang out for a while. What I loved most was the neighborhood vibe. People were greeting the barista by name and saying "see you next time" when they left, which made it feel like one of those local spots everyone secretly wants as their regular coffee shop. The barista was super friendly too and chatted with me while making my drink. I ordered the iced vanilla latte and it was great--smooth and not overly sweet (which is rare because vanilla lattes can easily taste like dessert). Overall, very cute spot, great vibe, and good coffee. If I lived closer this would definitely become one of my regular stops.

Hopper & Burr is definitely a staple in the Downtown Santa Ana area-- a clean, minimalist (hipster)…read morespace with genuinely good coffee and some creative offerings, making for a solid specialty coffee shop. I believe their espresso leans toward a lighter roast, coming through bright and expressive, while the milk drinks are dialed in with that smooth, silky texture that makes you want to savor. That said, the drinks don't always scratch the itch for me in the way I might expect but it might just be that their speciality drinks aren't quite what I typically look for. Nonetheless I do still think they have a strong coffee program and a team that clearly cares about craft.

I ordered the Spanish latte and it was genuinely one of the best I've had. It was really well made…read moreand something I would come back for. Unfortunately, the customer service was noticeably lacking. When I walked in, the cashier didn't greet me and just stood there until I said hello first. He then asked for my order in a very flat, unenthusiastic way. When my drink was ready, the barista didn't acknowledge me at all when I picked it up. It also wasn't busy at the time, which made the lack of acknowledgment more noticeable. I understand that not every interaction needs to be overly friendly, but the overall atmosphere felt unwelcoming. It made me feel uncomfortable enough that I didn't want to stay and drink my coffee inside. It's a shame because the drinks are excellent, but the experience didn't match it.

I went in here today, because I wanted to get their Yuzu-mango matcha latte drinks to help boost my…read moreenergy so that I can walk to the CVS pharmacy on the other side of Orange without losing so much energy. It worked. The servers were busy and thankfully there is an iPad you can utilize to order your drink and/or meal without causing any disruptions. I really like that. I also love how lovely and comfortable the indoor furniture is.

I remember trying to go here a while back ago when it blew up on TikTok but ended up not sticking…read morearound because it was so crowded (and also because I got harassed by a neighbor outside who, in his own words, was trying to make people feel not welcome here because he was angry about people coming in and parking in the neighborhood... weird). Still, I decided to give this place a second chance (no angry neighbor this time), and I was glad I did! PARKING: There's street parking around the neighborhood - I parked on Almond Ave so I wasn't in front of a house. The spots right outside the shop were 30 minute only. If you can't find parking there's probably tons as you go east if you're willing to walk. WHAT I ORDERED: Pistachio cream cold brew THE DRINK: Amazing. I've had my share of acidic or bitter cold brews, and this was not one of them. The cream was perfectly sweetened and flavored . SERVICE: Exceeded my expectations. The baristas when I came in were very bubbly and answered my questions and gave me suggestions, and were funny too! I wish I got their names, but they were working on Monday early afternoon - I hope they get some recognition. We also got some samples of the food items (which may have swayed me to get the turkey panini next time I come in). Even with the experience I had above a while back ago, I remember going in to let the baristas know and they were very understanding and apologetic, which I really appreciated. VIBES: Probably one of the top coffee shops to get work done in OC. Here's my work-from-coffee-shop checklist: * OUTLETS: So many. Not at the tables downstairs but in the private rooms and at a lot of the seating upstairs. * WIFI/INTERNET: Yes, good speed * BATHROOMS: Yes, clean * WATER: You can ask for free water * VOLUME: Music was a little bit loud but not terrible * SEATING AVAILABILITY: Lotsssss of seats when I came on a Monday late morning-afternoon. Very cool that there were private rooms (which can be reserved two hours in advance if you call them), tables, bar-style seating upstairs, and most importantly, comfy couches!! * LAPTOP FRIENDLINESS: No restrictions BOTTOM LINE: I can't believe I almost missed out on this gem. I'll be back soon!

Food/Drinks: matcha…read morelatte - not the richest matcha taste or quality and when i got it with oat milk, the oat milk flavor ended up overpowering the matcha a bit. although, it wasn't bad it was still decent to sip on while working! iced caramel macchiato - on the sweeter end of drinks and if you get oat milk it will overpower the taste a bit but still a decent drink banana cream matcha latte - has the creamy texture from the banana cream and surprisingly the banana didn't have a strong artificial banana taste. to me, that's a little rare and in a good way. the matcha isn't a strong matcha taste but still present avocado toast with egg - it was plated and presented nicely which i was kinda surprised about. it tasted decent. the bread is on the softer/soggier end rather than the crispy and toasted end. the sauce and radish overpowers the taste. i got a runny sunny side egg and it was a nice addition for me. service: this spot has one of the nicest helpful service. i was here for a few hours working and despite shift changes, each new staff who was working were so nice and helpful! ambiance: it's such a bright and spacious spot with a few study rooms and many seating. it's bright and has a cozy wooden feel. i love that there are many outlets and it's not overcrowded or too loud. it was the perfect spot to work at!

Número Uno Açaí spot Great Prices Great Customer service…read more I got this place 1 on my ranking and also good reward services so makes you want to come back again and again

Blue Bowl is hands down the best açaí I have had, easily superior to every other spot I've tried in…read moreLA and OC. The blue coconut base, Ojai chia seeds, and blue butter are all 10/10, but honestly, you cannot go wrong with any combination. The staff is always friendly and generous with portions, which makes the experience even better. The smoothies are to die for. They are beautifully layered and use Harmless Coconut Water, which is one of the best on the market. And do not skip the Lazy Bagel; it is amazing and makes the perfect meal alongside any bowl or smoothie. It features my favorite butter and is simply perfect.

Menu: Their menu is fairly priced, a bagel with cream cheese is $6 and the yuzu espresso tonic is…read more$7.50. Their drinks are good quality and size. Service: their service can be a little slow at times but often when it is crowded they prioritize getting your drinks out. I've never waited more than 10 minutes here. Ambiance & parking: there's plenty of seating inside with some outlets. I often see people working or chatting. It can get a little loud on the weekends and crowded. There's plenty of parking in front of the cafe, they share a plaza with a gym and some restaurants. I've never had any issues finding parking!

I stopped by Enchanted Coffee across from my job and grabbed a vanilla latte with an extra shot and…read moretheir lox bagel. The coffee? That's what saved this visit. Even with the extra espresso, it wasn't harsh or bitter just smooth, strong, and actually enjoyable. I'd come back for that alone! The lox itself was really good too. Fresh, flavorful, everything you want inside a sandwich. But the bagel It was so stale and chewy that it honestly ruined the whole thing. Not just "a little tough" like I had to stop eating it. I ended up just picking at the inside and leaving the bread behind, which is disappointing because the flavors were there. Also, they go heavy on the cream cheese, which didn't help with how dense everything felt. The atmosphere was pleasant , you can chill there and work on your computer and simply chat I'd definitely come back for the coffee, no question. But I'd skip the bagel unless they fix the texture, because that alone made it not worth it.

I've been to Urth twice, and needless to say, I'll be back for more!! There is always a line out…read morethe door when I go, but it moves pretty quickly. The inside of the cafe is pretty packed, but we've never had trouble finding seating. We got the Eggs Benedict Canyon and one Urth Laguna Breakfast. They were all solid. Can't wait to come back!

The food is good here, but. I don't understand the total lack of management…read more The staff is enormous, they must have 40 people working. They have a huge line and the slowest cashiers on earth. Not only did they spend a lot of time not helping customers, but when they're engaged with a customer, it's like they are trying to take as much time as the transaction as possible. I see people walking away left and right

Quick, consistent, double matcha is always great never had a problem with this location. So…read moredelicious

First time I came to this store in FV today 4/16/26 in the morning ordered the matcha pandan it…read moretaste . All the drinks is very good and good service. Especially, the cashier's girl who I meet today 4/16 around noon time, she is very pretty, so sweet, polite and friendly. Definitely will come back more often.

I love how the owners of this place decided to decorate their cafe to make this more interesting…read more It feels like I've stepped back in time. First off, the TVs have the menu. The way it was shown looks like a newspaper. I feel like I'm reading a newspaper when I was ordering my drink. The emerald green plush seats and benches makes me feel like I'm royalty. The cashier guy was patient with me when my phone decided to log into their WiFi since I turned on the WiFi. I decided to go for the Matcha Rose Latte since I saw some TikTok slideshow on what drink fits best with each Resident Evil character. When it showed Rosemary Winters, it showed that matcha would fit her well since she was in her early teens. Also, this drink from Chaiwale fits her well. I also want to share that I find the Matcha rose latte so good!

Chaiwale Tea Room & Cafe is our favorite spot in Orange!…read more Saturday morning service is impeccable! Staff is so friendly! They are pup-friendly and love our blind dog, 2-legged pup, and our high-anxiety chihuahua. No anxiety when we are here! The Americano is the best Americano EVER and I'm always a return customer for the blue tea (butterfly pea flower)! If you haven't, you must! Chaiwale pups for life!