My first time here Dante was so helpful and made me and my friend really good drinks!!! The music…read moreis really good but I mostly will be coming back for the amazing service. Give Dante a raise, he went ABOVE and BEYOND !!!

I had the best looking sandwich at the picnic…read more I visited Kona Loa Coffee last weekend while on the way to my monthly book club picnic. Nothing screams picnic quite like an iced latte and panini pairing. I ordered the chicken pesto panini, apple chai kombucha, and a mushroom iced latte. This latte did loads for my social meter. Giving me the extra pep to talk all things books. The sandwich was stacked with thick pieces of avocado, jalapeños, and sliced chicken. A very filling meal that definitely caught everyone's eye. Would love to return and explore more of their food menu.

The BEST, freshest pastries. I wish influencers didn't blow them up on IG because now there is a…read moreline out the door, LOL. The chocolate cake, decadent. Their coffee cake, divine! Coming back soon to try some of their other selections.

What is there to say? Some of the best pastries in California and therefore the world…read more The cookies are actually world class. Unreal

This is my favorite place to get matcha in south OC! I get it almost every day since my office is…read morejust down the street and it is one of the highlights of my day! The staff are incredibly helpful and so friendly. Destiny, Italy, and Day are who I see the most and each time I see them they always are so kind and quick to make my drink, they are the absolute best!! I would a 100% recommend this place!!!

Love this location as it's convenient and quick. Ample parking upstairs right by the store. It also…read morehas plenty of seating indoor and outdoor (plus umbrellas!). I prefer their hojichas to their matchas but i've heard good things about their melona matcha so that's next on my list.

My favorite coffee shop. They have the best coffee in south OC. Everyone who works there is super…read morefriendly. Their app is also great to order for pick up, it's worth downloading. Good vibes always!

Redshift coffee roasters, visit first time Parking in the…read morelot, seemed prime The team here works together amazingly well Coordinating who is doing what, a communication tell Seemingly a perfect cafe to grab a drink and a bite Plenty of individual laptop workers in sight I enjoyed a classic matcha latte simple syrup half-sweet Paired with a hazelnut croissant treat The matcha was hand whisked and the simply syrup addition was free Each drink prep I watched was done meticulously It was a popular spot with a positive customer flow Plenty of individuals popping in to order to-go I watched a pair order a drink flight Honestly, the glasses were cute, a tempting sight They have a new shop in Rancho Santa Margarita as well I would recommend a visit, cheers to a coffee venture sell xoxo - Op

Love this place! Went with my fiancé and got the cocoa puff coffee and the banana latte with the…read morebanana pudding cold foam on top! And let me just say I was in heaven lol, I definitely recommend the banana latte with the banana pudding cold foam on top, it's amazing and the service was even better. They're the sweetest.

I LOVE their matcha and creative seasonal specials! it is by far the best value in the area as…read moreother places charge the same amount and give you much less for a latte. everyone is really kind and the quality of ingredients is top notch. The vibe is super chill and a great spot for remote work or studying!

I used to live nearby this little location here in Lake Forest and it was one of my sons favorite…read morestops. Recently visiting the area again and had to stop in for three consecutive days to get my fix. Definitely recommend this place

I can't believe I have never tried this place before, especially living walking distance from it…read more.. crazy lol. Awesome place! Awesome drinks, awesome flavor. We were on our walk yesterday, Wednesday around 2 pm. No vehicles on the drive thru yet, so we just walked up to the window. I got the Caramel Granita with oat-milk, it is like medium sweet drink, nice and refreshing. The girl at the window was so patient, great suggestions, excellent customer service. Will have to come by more often!

One thing about me is that I'm going to drop at least $45.00 every single time I step foot into a…read morebakery and 9 out of 10 times, it's not even for a special occasion. It's just because I don't know what it means to practice financial discernment when it comes to fresh bread. And welllllll, look at who's back at Brio Brio Bakery & Cafe again...... I used to come here way more often back when I had recurring appointments in the area, but these days I rarely ever find myself in South OC. Tonight, however, I had a last minute opportunity fall into my lap when I was invited off the wait list to attend a Yelp Elite event at Onyx Golf. Naturally, I had to make an "unnecessary" bakery detour before moseying my way over to the actual main event. Listen -- you have your priorities and I have mine. We listen and we don't (critically) judge! Upon arriving to my old stomping grounds, I immediately went for my usual: the hojicha Basque cheesecake. Some things don't need to be reinvented. It's still rich and creamy as ever, and it's basically the reason I still come back to this place. Since I don't get down here as often anymore, I figured I'd live life a little more frivolously and grab some items I haven't tried before, such as their prime beef curry, kurobuta miso sausage, honey toast, and a GF brownie. My plan for a sweet treat quickly evolved into a larger commitment of carbohydrates, but honestly, I'd like to think of these items as a gift from past me to future me. Brio Brio is also running a promo right now where you get a free cookie with purchase during certain hours. I just want to be fully transparent that I don't remember what those hours are or how long the promo is running, just that it's a weekday ordeal. I know, incredibly insufferable Yelp Elite reporting on my part. You'll simply just have to go in and ask them about it or look for the signage near the register, and then purchase that item you need to qualify for the deal to begin with. Consider my review a very detailed advertisement about a potentially complimentary cookie that idk how to explain the sourcing means for. Lmao, my bad, y'all. Either way, it was refreshing to visit again after all these years. If you're stopping by Brio Brio, you really need to get the hojicha Basque cheesecake. That's singlehandedly the menu item I'll keep coming back for, even when it means I'll be suffering in rush hour traffic on the drive back home.

Love this place! Great drinks and matcha and filling sandwiches. I'm really sad they don't sell the…read morepork chashu sando anymore, but that's ok!! It is a bit pricey but the staff and service is soo great! They had good recommendations and were really nice about packing the order to go. There is also plenty of seating if you wanted to sit and enjoy a nice lunch!

I tried the Zaatar & Cheese Danish with a Dopio. Since it's a new location, I had to try it out and…read morebeen back twice this week. Solid coffee and great spin on food. Nice parking lot and easy to grab a snack & drink for the road. This is the coffee spot

Sabr recently moved to have their own storefront in a small plaza with a decent amount of parking…read morespaces. There's definitely a workspace-cafe vibe and I do believe they provide internet. Their matcha is good, don't get me wrong. But size is a bit small, especially if they don't offer multiple sizes of drinks. As of August, they didn't have some drinks yet (like matcha einspanner, so keep that in mind.) I would suggest to have the menu placed elsewhere because I couldn't peruse the menu till I stood at hr register, which would be a problem if there was a line. I also think the staff could have been more welcoming and friendly. However, they were helpful in answering questions.

Cooks Coffee is hands down one of the best mobile coffee experiences I've had in SoCal. Their…read moredrinks are thoughtfully curated with unique flavors, house made syrups and creams that I haven't tried anywhere else. I recently had the chance to indulge in their offerings again just a few weeks ago and they kept me powered for my shift all night. I highly recommend them for events and if you have the chance to see them, give their Knafeh latte a try. You won't be disappointed! I also love that they offer bottled lattes to take home so you can enjoy them during the work week! Some of my favorites are their Churro latte and vanilla cardamom. The owners are always super sweet and professional, and their aesthetic really elevates the experience at the events I've been too! Solid 10/10!

The specialty drinks are amazing!! Had their churro latte & the nifty at their launch party and…read moreI've been craving them ever since. The barista knows his coffee and is so detailed. It's refreshing to see a coffee biz care about making sure all their drinks is made to par Definitely going to hire them at my next big event!!

This is a cute shop tucked into a business center, with plenty of outdoor seating that makes it a…read moregreat spot to chill in the afternoons. Lots of business people post up out here working or taking meetings, which makes it lively. Whenever I've been in, service has been friendly and I've never had an issue. The coffee is yummy and so are the pastries, and my little one is obsessed with their gelato. Milk options are great too, though they do upcharge for them, which is a minor gripe at most. I mostly stick to lattes, but their signature and seasonal drinks are worth branching out for. The coconut cloud matcha in particular is incredible. They also have an app with a loyalty program, which is a small but appreciated bonus for regulars. This is actually their flagship location, and they roast their own beans on site, so you can watch the roasting process happen while you sip your drink, a fun detail most people probably walk right past. Only real gripe is that they close at 2pm on weekends, which is exactly when I usually swing by. Wish they'd push it to 3pm. A girl can dream.

Please consider offering real half and half for the small $9.00 ((omg)) pour over yesterday. Had I…read moreknown I would be paying over $10 with tip for a cup of coffee without real half-and-half was shocking! A thermos to keep it from perishing for hours works quite well! Please consider it. Thank you!