Maddie showed great food service and recommended a Zebra mocha half sweet. It was just the right amount of sweetness with a hint of chocolate and fresh whipped cream. She's a wonderful barista! read more

We really needed a caffeine fix! I had bookmarked Zebra to try and we headed to it after the park. I was getting sleepy on the drive! Friendly greeting when I entered. The young woman told me to be careful because she just mopped. Looked over the menu, and decided on the Mexican latte. Jonesy just wanted a regular latte. I also bought some beans which she happily ground for me. She brought them out to the patio, which is a good size. The interior is spacious too! Both coffees hit the spot! One of the best things about this location is the parking! They have a small lot in front. They also have a drive-thru window. This is really a great place to come to! They also offer pup cups! Cako Approves! read more

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I stopped at zebra house for coffee and potentially breakfast. When I approached the counter no one was there, and a lady said I'll be right there, no problem. When she approached I started to ask questions re: the menu and she gave me very short bad toned answers. I said i've never been here before, so I will order the coffee and then look at the menu to see if there's something to order. The woman turned around and said I'll make your coffee and then went to the machine and rolled her eyes. Coffee is mediocre. Atmosphere is not chill. I would not go back to pay nine dollars for a medium coffee. Everything is an add-on And the woman was very friendly to the man that came in. after and was a regular, considering she called him, honey. My daughter just moved to the area and I will not be visiting this coffee shop, plenty more around the corner. read more

Stopped here this morning on the way to Tijuana. I had already had too much caffeine so I opted to buy muffins for my friend and myself. The ambiance was great and the service was good too but let me tell ya, those muffins....they were overcooked and had the texture of sand in my mouth. It was so so dry. They were the pumpkin cinnamon. I do NOT recommend them! I wasted $13 on this sandy, saw-dusty pastries and I'm not happy about it...grrrrrrrr Wish I could have those dollars back to try something else as they were inedible. Otherwise, definitely go there it's cute! read more

Glad I got to explore San Clemente. I found Zebra House on Yelp and had to experience it for a few reasons: 1. there's not a lot of coffee shops with drive thrus 2. this cafe sits solo, close to the Ralphs parking lot 3. there's indoor and outdoor seating; love that the indoor seating had a variety of seating arrangements - tables, booths, high chairs & tables and a sofa 4. their menu was enticing 5. they offer merch 6. their ambiance is comfy I only ordered a hot pecan dream. I definitely tasted the pecan with a hint of coffee and I prefer to taste more espresso in my lattes. I wish I had an appetite this morning so I'll have to go back and try out their breakfast menu. read more

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What would it be like to enter a coffee shop early in the morning and have some jamming music going? That was the atmosphere when I walked in. (: The person at the counter had a great attitude to go along with the jamming on the speakers. Enough about the atmosphere you came for the coffee. It was a bold cold brew with a flavor that hits like it should on a cool summer morning. I drink my coffee black and when I can sip it slowly. That always puts a smile on my face and puts me at peace thru the day. read more

I got an iced vanilla latte and my partner an iced caramel latte, both were disappointing unfortunately. I could tell they weren't going to be coffee forward by the shade of them. The vanilla one was sweet and milky and the caramel one was just straight milk with a slight bitter taste. The ambiance of the place was cool, they had a little library cart. The service was nice overall ! I can see why they have repeating customers. Maybe my order was a fluke so I'll return whenever I find myself in San Clemente again. read more

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The coffee was ok but the star here is the breakfast burrito. It had eggs, tater tots!, cheese, and we opted for sausage. It was wrapped very nicely, compact, making it easy to eat without it bursting apart on a drive. Tater tots are a huge bonus! Delicious breakfast burrito, might try it with bacon next time. Came with a side of a few tortilla chips (maybe mission), and salsa. read more

Zebra House Coffee - Breakfast burrito with sausage. It was so good. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Clemente, California

This place has an ambience that is very well thought out and visually appealing. They also have a drive-through, which is very convenient. I had the iced chai, which was very strong. I also tried their street tacos, which I thought were too expensive for the small amount of food that you can get. $8 for two small tacos with very little meat/ topping. Service is very friendly, they have a nice clean facilities in including bathroom. Plenty of parking outside too. The Wi-Fi was spotty also. Overall, my impression is that this is a place that has decent food and drinks, but feels expensive read more

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Got a caramel cold foam dirty chai half sweetened and it was yummy! Aside from the coffee I got a breakfast English muffin and it was under $6 (unheard of these days) The blonde girl who took my order was an absolute sweetheart I'll be back to try more! read more

Okay, I was not expecting a coffee shop to deliver one of the best veggie tacos I've had in a long time, but here we are. Zebra House Coffee, you surprised me in the best way. The taco came wrapped in foil, nothing fancy, but it was loaded with goodness. Fresh corn, zucchini, radish, onion, cilantro, a little crumble of cheese--super colorful and flavorful. The tortilla had that soft, slightly chewy texture I love, not greasy, and held together really well even with all those veggies stuffed in there. It tasted fresh. Like actually-fresh, not "been-sitting-in-a-steamer-tray" fresh. You could tell they put a little love into it, which is rare for a coffee spot that could've easily just phoned it in. Also, side note: I came in for a coffee (which was also solid) but ended up leaving a taco fan. Bottom line--if you're grabbing a drink at Zebra House, do yourself a favor and order the veggie taco. You won't regret it. read more

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Review is solely on the coffee experience. I did not order any food so I cannot speak to that. I was very taken back by how expensive 2 coffees costed me. I ordered 2 regular sized iced lattes and they costed $18.95. I've been to other pricey coffee shops too so it's not too alarming but was mostly disappointed with the quality of these drinks for the price paid. Nothing special, and lacked flavor with the coffee especially. Although, One was the zebra mocha latte and was so incredibly sweet we didn't even drink half of it before throwing it out. The other was a plain vanilla iced latte and again nothing special. Inside was unique and appreciated the free library set up. Restrooms were dirty and smelled. Not sure if I would come back for a coffee again. read more

This coffee shop was clean and decorated so beautifully! The ambiance is spectacular! The customer service was amazing! I didn't get the name of the lady behind the counter but she was super nice! I told her it was my first time there and she made me feel welcomed and pointed out everything on the menu! I went with a vanilla latte and a cranberry orange muffin. The vanilla latte wasn't my cup of tea but the muffin was really good! If I lived in the area I would come back to try their breakfast menu and other coffee offerings. I just wasn't a fan of the latte. read more

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I came here before a work event to grab a drink and cowork with a colleague. This place reminds me of a Panera Bread but more localized. There's a few booth seatings with complimentary 2-hour wifi. The worker I interacted with was super sweet, and was able to provide me with some popular recommendations. I ended up getting the strawberry matcha which was both very strawberry and matcha-y. It was a little bit on the sweeter side for me, but if you prefer sweet drinks, this is definitely a good choice! This coffee shop also has a drive through, and a whole food menu. I also loved that there were dedicated parking spaces so you're not driving around looking for spots. read more

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As a new mom, drive through options are so important. And I really appreciate this place being a healthier option. However, I have to agree with another review on here. Everything is just so inconsistent. Every time I go, I get a honey latte and a power bowl. The power bowl can take anywhere from 5-35 minute to be made regardless of how busy. And what left me to finally make this review is after driving away I pulled over to open the lid to my coffee that felt kinda empty to find this , my coffee half empty and tasting like water. I am not sure I will be back and it's really disappointing because I love the convenient of this place & it's a small business . Photo is after one sip read more

Zebra House Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Clemente, California

Ordered a chorizo burrito earlier this week and asked for avocado didn't get any avocado, ok fine no biggie. Still charged me for it. Today I waited 30 minutes for another chorizo burrito and when I asked they said they were going to check on it (after waiting for 20 minutes) I'm pretty upset they just sent me to the wall to park and had no urgency. I come home and it's a bacon burrito. Really upset with how they just forgot. I walked in before finally getting handed my burrito and they had 2 customers sitting and 2 who were in line. I would've completely understood if they were packed but weren't. * Owner did reach out and refunded me I truly appreciate you speaking to the ladies working thank you Sara! read more

Zebra House Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Clemente, California

Great vegan burrito option! This is our go-to for good coffee, muffins and burritos in San Clemente.

Zebra coffee is my go to in San Clemente! Note for the drive-thru, they don't have an additional menu once you arrive at the ordering window; so take a photo or be sure you know what you're ordering ahead of time! read more

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The food was soooo good!! The ciabatta bread was the freshest bread I've ever had served, and the burrito was the softest wrap my boyfriend said! I also came here seeking out my first latte art experience, the first latte I ordered was in a to go cup, so I asked about a mug, they kindly informed me they were out however, to my suprise the kindest worker went out of his way to create latte art in my to go cup for me! Just want everyone to know, these people are great at what they do read more

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This will be my last time coming to Zebra House. I've been a loyal customer since the beginning, which makes this disappointing to say. Over the years the quality has gone downhill. The coffee is inconsistent. It often tastes burnt or like hot coffee was poured over ice and watered down. The food has always been pretty average and tastes like Costco , which can be fine, but it needs to be done well. What really bothers me is the wait time. Even after expanding, the food somehow takes longer. I don't have 30 minutes to wait for a burrito or a salad. I wanted to keep supporting this place, but it's just not worth it anymore. read more

Extremely slow service, it took 40 mins for our burrito and bowl, she kept saying it would be right out but we continued to wait and wait and still nothing. We asked for vegan options and she suggested Power Bowl but it was filled with eggs. Not vegan! She was combative when we asked for a refund. The vegan breakfast burrito was really good, just not worth the wait and all other issues we had. read more

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The service is horrible and the workers are not nice. We ordered through the drive and was asked to pull up to a parking spot and waited outside in our car for 35 minutes before I walked into the store to see where my order was only to be told rudely that it did not get printed and that it got lost in the que. There were no apologies or assurances that the order was going to be a priority. Then I waited inside for another 25 minutes watching as people came and went and still no order. So, I asked politely if they knew when my order was going to be ready. I was then approached by a very young man who was supposedly the manager. He was extremely rude when he walked up to me. Still no apology or assurance that they were working on my order, just an arrogant attitude and he only told me that he would refund my money. I told him I wasn't looking for money back, I just wanted my order. He got loud and even more rude. Everyone in the restaurant was looking. I was so humiliated that I wanted to cry. I had to go outside to get my husband out of the car to deal with this incredibly rude "manager". There was another man who didn't get his order and finally had to leave without any food even though he paid for it. This is unacceptable for any business. The real manager and owners need to take a serious look at who they hire and put in charge. read more

The cold brew! The bagel and cream cheese! And open super early. A must go to. !!!!!!

Delicious breakfast burritos, amazing coffee!! And they are dog friendly. Our new favorite breakfast place when we visit!

I've been coming here for years and one of the main things I have noticed is how AWEFUL the owner is to her employees. There have been multiple occasions where she disrespects her employees. I will NEVER get food and or drinks from here ever again because I don't want my money going to Sara (the owner). If she can't handle herself then she shouldn't be the boss of absolutely anyone. read more

ZEBRA HOUSE COFFEE IS AMAZING!! I love all of the variety with the food options they offer, the only reason I give it a 4 stars is just cause their coffee is not the best, BUT the food is delicious and I would FOR SURE go for the food cause it's super nice being a drive through too!! my favs are the salmon sandwich YUM or the chicken fajita sandwich. Both BOMB and healthy and yummy!! read more

I wouldn't recommend this place. Coffee is super bad iced lattes and super sweet and bitter. I got a burrito and it was slimy inside. You feel rushed ordering. It's not the best coffee shop read more

Great place to stop for a coffee when visiting San Clemente or you're on way to Orange County or LA. The staff was very friendly. They have many food options that I will for sure try the next time I stop by. I had a chai tea which was really good! Definitely a 10/10. Easy parking too! read more

Zebra Cafe is the best( especially Maya!!) Great coffee, love the bagels and the fresh baked muffins are to die for! We've been coming multiple times a month the last 3 years and adore Maya and the amazing food. read more

Customer service and the drinks are always great but today I had the best drink I've ever tasted. Their seasonal strawberry honey matcha was perfectly sweet and creamy. I hope I make it back before it's gone. read more

Honestly, I don't even know where to begin. First off, the interior throws me off so badly- the color scheme & random murals don't create a cozy cafe environment. Secondly, the food is extremely overpriced for the quality & size of portions they give you, I mean seriously $13 for a burrito that doesn't even come with meat in it? Pretty insane. Putting everything else aside, the main thing that really solidified me not coming back was how mediocre the coffee was. They use cheap Monin syrup & nothing is special about the beans they use, taste wise. It was over $8 for a 16 oz iced vanilla latte with regular milk, I mean seriously. There are tons of better choices for coffee & breakfast ESPECIALLY in San Clemente. read more

We needed a caffeine fix on our drive from San Diego to Los Angeles, and this place was conveniently just off the freeway. The girls working the drive thru were very friendly and helpful. I ordered a lavender cloud tea, made with a fruity black tea. The lavender and black tea were subtle, so it tasted similar to a sweet flavored milk, but I found it really refreshing. The drip coffee was a little bitter. Altogether the two drinks were just over $10, which was reasonable, and the wait wasn't long at all. Drinks 3.5, service 5 stars. read more

Zebra House Coffee - Lavender cloud tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Clemente, California

I love Zebra House Coffee! Not only do they have delicious coffee, but they also have amazing food, a drive through and a super cute decor inside as well. I swear Zebra House has a little something for everyone. I personally love their iced tea, but they also have great lattes too. I also really like their muffin selection, and from what I understand, they were the original owner's family recipes. It's nice that they offer many gluten free options, and while I don't need to eat gluten free, I choose to for that delicious GF peanut butter cookie. It's so good! I also really enjoy their flatbreads, salads and sandwiches. Honestly, everything here is so yummy. I love that you have options to order ahead for pickup, drive through, or enjoy their beautiful interior or even patio. So many options. The staff are always really hard working, attentive and kind as well. I highly recommend stopping by for breakfast, a drink, sweet treat or even lunch! read more

The staff seemed really unorganized. I waited in the drive-through for over 20 minutes, and when I finally got my drink, they asked if it was hot or iced (even though I had clearly ordered it iced). It tasted like they just poured a hot drink over ice, super watered down and gross. I didn't bother going back in to fix it because the staff was rude and honestly made me feel uncomfortable. read more

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If i could give this place no stars, i totally would. Ordered a caramel chai and an English muffin sandwich with added bacon and avocado. The food was oily, bacon undercooked. The chai was grainy and tasted cheaply made. On top of the poor food quality, you pay $20+ for this AND horrible customer service. We had ordered to go and it was brought out for here - the person working acted like it was such a chore to be helpful and just grab a to go box. They threw it at my boyfriend and were very disrespectful. Wouldn't recommend going here when you could get better food at even McDonald's in this case. Very disappointing and won't be back! Don't waste your $ go someplace else. read more

Came here for breakfast since we had seen it the day prior and it was walking distance from our hotel. We walked in and it's a private big space and plenty of seating. They have a wide selection of food and drinks. I ordered a vanilla latte and a breakfast bagel sandwich with bacon and my husband ordered the protein bowl with quinoa and eggs and avocado and black beans . And a flat white coffee. Service is pretty good. My bagel sandwich was just ok it needed a sauce or spread of some kind. My husband enjoyed his dish. As far as the coffee drinks let's just say I had to go somewhere else to get me another coffee. read more

Zebra House Coffee was a pit stop on a road trip to San Diego. We ordered the banana chocolate chip muffin (vegan & gf), an iced soy latte, and the PB banana protein shake. In total these three items set us back $24 + tip (and alternative milk costs extra, boo). Muffin: 4/5 - pretty decent muffin. Extra points for being warm and having lots of chocolate chips! Not the best ever and I can make better at home but a good treat on the road. Iced soy latte: 2/5 - strange after taste that kept getting worse as I drank it, couldn't even finish it unfortunately (and that's really saying something). Not sure what happened there. PB banana protein shake: 4/5 - the shake is made with almond milk, banana, peanut butter powder, and Organic Protein plant-based protein powder. It has a slight cinnamon-y taste. Definitely enjoyed it but it's not worth $11. Restrooms, seating inside & out, free WiFi, and ability to order via kiosk (though I found it more helpful to order at the counter to be able to ask questions). They also have a drive through with two spots for waiting. The location is convenient as it's right off I-5 but it's also nothing special. The outside seating views are mostly of a parking lot. This spot has potential with the cozy vibes inside and outside seating, but I wouldn't return again (too many other coffee shops around to check out!). read more

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I guess thisbis is one of the popular neighborhood cafes. So cold inside... the employees have some attitude issues. Not my vibe. I wouldn't be coming back here. Good luck read more

Everything. Inconsistent with everything they make. Never the same twice. Their pasta salad was great the first time, each order they were missing an ingredient. Their breakfast sandwich I ordered, they burned it. Drive thru you don't know what you have until you're gone. The Monster drink, same thing. Missing the honey or too much of one ingredient. And the pup cups, same deal. Never the same twice. read more

Came here based on a recommended from a friend and I am glad I did! Such a fantastic spot to grab a coffee and food! I loved the coffee and had a legendary muffin. I will definitely return! read more