Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Wall Writers Coffee

    4.3 (800 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

    Wall Writers Coffee Photos

    WALL WRITERS COFFEE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

    You might also consider

    More like Wall Writers Coffee

    Recommended Reviews - Wall Writers Coffee

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos - Wall Writers Coffee

    Cortados
    Tony B.

    This is an ok coffee shop... 5-Stars for atmosphere & 3-Stars for drinks. That gives it 4-Stars over all. There is lots of seating inside and out with spaces for working/studying more inside and relaxing outside. Its also a great place if you want to take some nice IG photos. The staff is friendly and make drinks quickly. But the coffee drinks themselves are just ok. We both had Cortados this time and they were a little tasteless and too hot. Drinkable but not worth coming back for. Last time I came in alone and had a Flat White that was terrible and I dumped it out. I did not have time to ask for another but I'm sure they would have remade it. Wall Writers is located in an office complex but in a good way. There is plenty of free parking and in the afternoon and on Saturdays you can park right at the entrance. The restroom is located in a separate building across the courtyard and watching people search for it can be mildly entertaining LOL It is a nice place to work with plenty of natural light and a wonderful patio for enjoying nice weather. I just wish the drinks were a little better. But because of the convenient location I will probably try it again. Maybe Ill try something iced?

    Pandan Matcha
    Puja P.

    The pandan matcha was delicious but the drinks are way too expensive & it is also a strange location for a coffee shop.

    Iced Pandan latte and Salted Caramel latte.
    Archie S.

    A beautiful coffee shop that's located outside the One Digital Corporate Building in Irvine. At first it was a little tricky finding where this is, but as long as you see the building you park in the visitor parking and head towards the building. You will see the shop that has a beautiful outside seating area with tables and full body swings. The inside is very nice and artsy as well. They have a few seasonal drinks and a good amount of drinks listed and I had tried the iced Pandan Latte and the Salted Caramel Latte for a hot summer day in the OC. While I felt like the drinks were both just ok and maybe a little on the watery side, they might not have used cold espresso so the drink tasted very watered down. Even thought that may be the case, still worth visiting and checking out this beautiful cafe whether to rest and enjoy a break or to get some work or study done.

    J'aime K.

    Beautiful outdoor coutyard with tons of birds chirping and many seating options. Had their flat white. Tasty but pricey. Comes in a tiny little cup (smaller than a sbux tall). Chocolate almond croissant warmed up was flaky and delish.

    Caramel banana latte
    Jacob S.

    This is an excellent coffee shop in one of the office parks in Irvine near spectrum. There is a lot of great indoor and outdoor seating, although it does tend to get busy. On this visit, I had the caramel banana latte, which had a very nice flavor and was not too sweet. The only complaint (and I'm not docking points here), is that the bathroom is not within the cafe, and you have to get a key card from the staff in order to use the restroom (can be difficult if there is a long line to order).

    Inside
    Sejin C.

    I wanted to have some delicious coffee at a nice cafe for the weekend. I decided on this place because it had great reviews and looked like it had a good atmosphere, and I arrived around 11:30 AM. Since it was the weekend, it was packed with people like a party, and almost all the seats were taken.I ordered an avocado toast and a coffee, then sat down at an empty table. The coffee and food came out pretty quickly, and the staff were friendly. The coffee was tasty, and the avocado toast was absolutely delicious!If there is one downside, it's that they don't seem to have air conditioning. I even saw some people leave because they said it was too hot. Also, there were no power outlets at the tables for charging. These days, cafes usually install outlets so you can charge your devices even if you're far from a wall, right? Luckily, I had a portable power bank with me, but it could be a bit tough if you come without one.The parking lot is spacious, and though you have to walk a bit to get to the shop, the overhanging trees make it feel like you're on a trip, which is nice. However, the music and people talking make it quite noisy, so I wouldn't really recommend it if you need to do something quietly by yourself!

    Matcha latte
    Amy B.

    The matcha latte varieties here all involve syrups except for the standard matcha latte, rather than using fruit purées as a substitute, which already makes me lose interest in most of their offerings as I'm highly health-conscious and unnecessary syrups aren't part of my diet. The standard matcha latte that I got didn't taste good at all, as in, the matcha didn't taste good, so I ended up simply enjoying the bottled water I got along with the matcha latte. The staff is pretty friendly but nothing super memorable. The vibe is weird because there's lots of big tables and not much of an area to wait for the order to be ready. I didn't enjoy being at Wall Writers Coffee and won't be back in the foreseeable future.

    Ube matcha
    Zarifa A.

    A friend recommended this coffee shop, so I knew I had to stop by when I was in the area. The store itself is located in a large business center, so it's hard to stumble across it unless you work in the area or if someone tells you about it. Because it was in the business center, I didn't have high expectations for the ambiance but it's actually really nice. The store is bright and modern with big windows. There's plentiful indoor and outdoor seating options and the seats are COMFY!! They offer a variety of different lattes that all sounded delicious. I'm a huge ube fan, so I got the ube matcha. Flavor wise, it was really good, however, I've had better ube lattes elsewhere. My husband got a drip coffee and was very impressed though. I took a sip of his coffee and you were really able to taste all the different notes of the coffee--it was definitely one of the more flavorful black coffees I've tried. Overall, this is a great coffee shop that I'd recommend!

    Andy T.

    Wall Writer's Coffee has been on my personal spot to try as a work study store. I finally went here at around 12:00 pm on a Saturday and it was definitely busy. The order line went out the door so we needed to wait a bit before we could order. For seating, all of the spots inside were already taken at that time. Outside seating had a lot of options in the courtyard. The courtyard had a good vibe but it might be hit or miss with seatings with shade. At the time I went, I was able to grab one of the last remaining spots with shade. While there is WiFi, if you sit further out in the courtyard, the signal might be weaker. For parking, there were a lot of spots in a plaza. As for the order, I personally got the iced Carl's Blend from the pour over menu. It stood out because that was the only dark roast. The pour over was pretty good. My girlfriend got the Pandan matcha latte with oat milk. Unfortunately, that wasn't so good and only tasted like oat milk. Stick to the coffee and you should be fine. American Express is accepted here.

    Katy C.

    * my go-to spot whenever I have a full day of studying ahead and want an early start (open 7am-3:30pm everyday) * bright space from all the natural lighting * can easily move between indoor and outdoor seating to change up the scenery (but outlets are limited) * their seasonal menus (with plenty of milk substitutions) make every visit exciting! * serves food/pastries as well 9/10

    Menu
    Jeremy L.

    A chic cafe with artistic modern themed interior design that has upbeat music playing in the background moderately loud and ample seating both inside and outside for those wanting to stay and enjoy their coffee. The staff is nice and fast with their service. I ordered the hot Ube latte, which was not too sweet, hint of ube, and creamy.

    Matcha
    Roshni P.

    I had to come back because of a meeting ... this is the color of my matcha... and the girl next to me got the same exact thing. At this point I want a refund. I paid $7 for milk..

    Iced ube latte. Magical colors and it tastes fantastic.
    Craig W.

    This coffee shop is extremely well-hidden but it is hardly a secret. There were at least 30 or 40 people there during my visit. The interior is big and the patio is even bigger. Both the interior and exterior are very attractive. Three words: iced ube latte. It is drop dead gorgeous and absolutely delicious. And it is served with small ice pellets? Are you kidding me? This is a fantastic drink and I will crawl over crappy regular ice cubes for it all day long. Free parking. You have no excuse for not trying this lovely place out.

    Matcha latte w almond milk

    See all

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    13 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Tony B.
    543
    489
    2398

    3 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Puja P.
    236
    93
    21

    7 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 10
    Thanks 1
    Love this 5
    Oh no 1
    Photo of J'aime K.
    445
    1297
    13386

    4 months ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    12 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 2

    7 months ago

    Helpful 22
    Thanks 7
    Love this 12
    Oh no 1

    6 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    6 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 2
    Love this 0
    Oh no 2

    6 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    29 days ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Tina L.
    275
    327
    1464

    9 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 16
    Thanks 5
    Love this 12
    Oh no 1

    9 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Nar D.
    171
    25
    14

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 2
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    13 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 days ago

    The matcha is very bad, don't order it. Can't speak to the coffee. Lots of seats but it's very hot.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Mi L.
    0
    12
    0

    23 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Leeza D.
    140
    1744
    8626

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Vivian H.
    198
    95
    11

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 20

    Wall Writers Coffee Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Wall Writers Coffee

    Do they have WiFi?

    Yes they do!

    Parking is located where?

    Right up front right by the coffee place , during the week is hard to find parking because of open business but during the weekend it's easier to find parking. Oh by the way they are close Sundays

    Do you sell bags of your own coffee beans?

    Yes we do. Just ask our barista and they will grind the beans to your specifications or get them for you whole.

    Is there gluten free pastry?

    No. They serve sourdough bread for their avocado toast if you can tolerate it.

    Are the parking free? Can I bring well behaved dog and sit outside?

    Yes. There is a courtyard. You could sit outside. Free parking everywhere.

    Are there any bike racks or appropriate places to lock a bike? And where is such place located?

    Not that I remember. This is located between two office buildings, so if there are bike racks.....they are not visible.

    Can anyone post some directions for how to find the shop? Drove around for a bit, including in a parking lot that seemed like it was for an office, but could not find the shop either from Irvine Center or from Gateway. Thanks!

    NOTE: It's a bit difficult to find. It's in between some office buildings. Directions: From Irvine… 

    Is that art from el mac?

    Yes, the interior has a couple of pieces by El Mac

    Which syrups for you lattes are vegan?

    All the syrups aside from anything with caramel and white mocha are dairy free!

    Can you bring dogs inside/outside?

    Yes

    Are there wall outlets available for working with laptops?

    Yes

    Is there a bathroom accessible?

    Yes. Ask the cashier to give you the key badge.

    Do you allow dogs in the outdoor seating?

    Yes

    I'm planning on studying here and wondering if there are any outlet cords?

    Yes that have outlets near the far left side where it looks like bar seating. They do not have outlets attached to the tables

    Do they take Apple Pay?

    Yes

    Is WiFi available?

    Yes it is.

    Are you open for indoor seating?

    Yes we are open for indoor seating!

    Are your bathrooms open now?

    Not yet! We are at the mercy of the building and waiting for the receptionist to be back. I’m so sorry

    View All 25 Questions

    You might also consider

    The Alley

    The Alley

    3.6
    (701 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    If you're a boba fan, this spot is definitely worth a stop. I tried their Thai tea brown sugar boba…read moreand the strawberry matcha boba, and both drinks were packed with flavor. The Thai tea had that rich, creamy tea taste with the perfect amount of sweetness, and the brown sugar boba added a warm caramel-like flavor that made it even better. The strawberry matcha boba was super refreshing. The strawberry added a sweet fruity layer that balanced the earthy matcha really well, and it wasn't overly sweet. The boba itself was soft and chewy, exactly how it should be. Both drinks felt really well balanced and not watered down, which is always a win. If you like classic milk teas or fun matcha combos, these are definitely worth trying.

    This place is NOT for fruit tea lovers!!! If you are craving fruit teas, go to HN Tea down the…read morestreet instead. The shop is cute on the outside, staff are friendly, and all is clean. I was fooled by that as well as the pictures (of non fruity drinks) and reviews... Actually the second worst teas I've ever had in my 15+ years of drinking boba. The quality of the tea is terrible and the fruit used doesn't taste or look fresh at all. I tried the strawberry green tea and the lychee green teas. The lychee tea I threw away after one sip, the strawberry tea I struggled with and couldn't finish either. !!!! Take a look at pictures people post of the strawberry green - it looks brown with a few chunks of soggy fruit. Let me tell you it tastes the way it looks. Anywhere else the same drink is naturally red with fresh fruit. I've also tried other fruit teas multiple times across several years since they opened in case I came on bad days. It was just as bad a week ago as it was when they first opened...Never spending a single penny more here. Perhaps the milk teas are decent, but I honestly don't know how they could be when the fruit teas are such a miss...

    Photos
    Strawberry yogurt, Snow Velvet Mango Smoothie
    Strawberry yogurt, Snow Velvet Mango Smoothie
    Milk tea with creme brulee
    Milk tea with creme brulee
    Inside

    See all

    Inside
    Blk Dot Coffee

    Blk Dot Coffee

    3.8
    (621 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $

    Stopped by the Spectrum just for my caffeine fix. It was pretty busy, so finding a good corner spot…read moreparking in the structure took a little extra time. There was a small line, but the drinks came out quickly. I ordered the VTMatcha, and it was strong, flavorful, and well-balanced. The bold, slightly bitter hickory Vietnamese coffee paired really well with the smooth sweet matcha. Overall I really enjoyed it and would love to come back to try more of their drinks!

    I really should be more generous with positive reviews, but negative experiences like today's at…read moreBLK Dot are often more motivating.... I'm lying awake in bed at 3 am because the DECAF drink I ordered 9 am was obviously not decaf. If insomnia were the only issue, I wouldn't be so peeved. The problem is that caffeine in coffee excites the sciatic nerve pinched by the herniated disc in my back. The resulting muscle tics and spasms are excruciating, so when I finally fall asleep... I'm jolted awake and have to hop around cursing in the dark as I try to relax the bunched up muscles in my leg. I figured out too late why I was sweating like a pig and stuttering like a dope in my business meeting earlier-- the result of forgoing strong caffeine for years and then being dosed to the max. All I'm saying is, make the drink right. If the label says decaf, take it as seriously as other food allergies. The person who orders decaf obviously did so for a reason. I know BLK Dot specializes in Vietnamese coffee, which is ridiculously caffeinated. This is the reason I repeat "DECAF" to the cashier and stress that it's important. Regardless, this is not the first time my drink has effectively poisoned me. If BLK Dot offered a "message the business" option, I would have contacted management with a request they caution employees. But, because that's not an option... I'm griping publicly in the wee hours. BLK Dot I love your flavors, but when your careless employees end up torturing me, I'm out.

    Photos
    Blk Dot Coffee
    VTM Neapolitan-
    VTM Neapolitan-
    Iced Pumpkin VTM Einspanner

    See all

    Iced Pumpkin VTM Einspanner
    Vanilla Street Bakery

    Vanilla Street Bakery

    4.6
    (309 reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$

    Love their drinks and honey cakes. My favorite drink is the lavender latte. You can adjust its…read moresweetness to your liking. They make their own lavender syrup which tastes divine. The milk they use always tastes fresh, like 'farm fresh' fresh. Every time we come here, we always get slices of their delicious honey cake which has the perfect level of subtle sweetness that I prefer. I'm not big on sweet stuff. I've also tried their Eggs Benedict which tastes better when you have it for dine-in. I wouldn't recommend ordering any of their breakfast items for take-out. Wait time is reasonable for made-to-order food items. Customer service is always outstanding. Every staff member I've encountered was super sweet, friendly, and patient. The shop is small but there are plenty of tables and chairs to sit at inside. Pricey but it's always a nice treat to come here when we're in the area.

    Iced Raf Coffee (5.90 for a medium): 2/5. This is reportedly their bestseller, but it just wasn't…read morefor me. It's super sweet and creamy, with a strong emphasis on creamy. I'd even say it has more milk or cream than coffee. It had a potent infusion of something like vanilla or cardamom that I liked, but I wouldn't get it again. Baklava ($6.50): 5/5. The best item I got from Vanilla Street Bakery. Decently sweet with a lovely balance of nuts, dough layers, and infused syrup. I appreciated that it wasn't dripping in a sugary solution; it's definitely more balanced than other baklava I've had. Chocolate Chip Cookie ($5.20): 2/5. A very pillowy, cakey cookie, yet dry and crumbly. The flaky salt on top was a nice touch, but its overall taste and texture didn't deliver a satisfying chocolate chip cookie. Spinach-feta roll ($6.90): 2/5. Staff kindly warmed this up for me without asking, and it looked nice and savory. However, it was extremely dry, doughy, and bland, with hardly any feta. Too bland to enjoy for $7. Eclair ($7.50): 3/5. Chocolate topping and custard filling were good, but the dough was quite dry. Pricey, too! Staff were patient and knowledgeable. Interior has a quaint, cutesy look to it, with different types of seating available. I saw people catching up with friends, reading, or working, so it has a relaxing atmosphere for whatever you feel like doing. In short: most of the pastries unfortunately were very expensive and not worth the cost based on how dry and/or bland they were. Additionally, the highly anticipated Raf Coffee seemed interesting but ended up being too creamy for a coffee drink.

    Photos
    Small but cute interior
    Small but cute interior
    Eggs Benedict
    Eggs Benedict
    Honey cake is delicate and deliciously amazing! I love how light it is.

    See all

    Honey cake is delicate and deliciously amazing! I love how light it is.

    Wall Writers Coffee - coffee - Updated August 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...