We stayed nearby for a couple of nights and I had coffee here both mornings. The first morning was because it was nearby and the second was because the coffee was really good... AND it was nearby. I had a morning glory muffin both mornings alongside my drip coffee of the day. The people at the counter were different each morning, but both times they greeted everyone and smiled a lot, though not in a creepy way. The place is pretty spacious and clean and it is not noisy like some places -- though, at 6-7am, I guess a lot of people are still waking up! :D They seem to get a lot of local traffic, which is a good sign. My wife took some good photos of the place while I mostly sat and enjoyed my coffee. The location is right near the Mountain Road beach access stairs and I took my coffee on a walk down to the water -- it was high tide, so the ocean was all the way up to the bottom of the steps, but there was a nice view and the ocean spray in the morning was refreshing. read more

Sunday morning at 10. Staff was nice. Coffee was good but I don't recommend the food. It wasn't busy. 3 gals up at counter. 1 guy in back preparing the food alone. 4 breakfast items ordered, 1 order after another & came out at very different times. 2 ordered breakfast burritos & one came out 15 min later. He did keep us updated on status of food & apologized for delay. The poor guy needed some help which he didn't get from front staff. And they were not busy, saw them talking to each other while he was trying hard to keep up. I also had to go to the counter & tell them they were out of paper towels in bathroom. My decaf Americano was wonderful. The breakfast bowl was light on the greens, very heavy on avocado mash. Just ok but only $8. Burritos were not very large but tastes ok when they arrived. read more

Bear Coast Coffee - Breakfast bowl, lots of avocado mash $8 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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Our free hotel breakfast wasn't really thrilling us so this place right next door saved the day. The mixed berry scone was truly flavorful and delicious and my husband enjoyed his morning glory muffin enough to purchase it two days in a row. We also were satisfied with our coffee and hot chocolate purchases. The staff here is very friendly and laidback. Undoubtably, we always appreciate any place with a good bear theme and feel compelled to support them. read more

Bear Coast Coffee - Love the bear theme - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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I walked into this beautiful coffee shop within walking distance to the ocean. It was surprisingly spacious with lots of seating and a couple outlets. Additionally, they have merch, pastries and fresh roasted coffee bags ready to purchase. But in this occasion, I needed to sober up. So I got the horchata latte. The girl at the counter was really sweet and ensured I got my iced latte in a timely manner. It was really good. It was subtle, not too sweet with the perfect amount of syrup and cinnamon. I would get this again the next time I am in the area. read more

Bear Coast Coffee - Iced Horchata Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Stopped in for an iced latte and our friends got the featured drink which I think had cardamom in it and we all enjoyed our drinks. The order and pickup counter is so relaxing with some beautiful plants and big windows that let in ample natural light. There's also some seating area indoors but it was so beautiful outside we all got our drinks to go so we could walk along the beach. Would recommend for the friendly and knowledgeable baristas and quality coffee. read more

Bear Coast Coffee - Order and pickup counter - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Great location and very clean and organized inside. The cashier was kind and helpful as it was our first time here. Unfortunately the coffee just was not good... I got the orange cardamom coffee and my boyfriend got a hazelnut drink. They both tasted the exact same and had no flavor. I understand they were lattes but they had zero coffee flavor at all and only tasted like straight milk. We ended up just getting new coffees down the street. read more

Bear Coast Coffee - Orange cardamom - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Ok so location is amazing love a cute little Laguna Beach Coffee shop. First time I came here I got their seasonal orange latte (back in April) and tbh not bad i enjoyed it. My bf got a latte with their house made almond milk at the time and it looked like the milk went bad and tasted horrible (picture below). You know what things happen it was just 1 latte so i kind of ignored it and went back a couple days ago. Got their vanilla latte and dirty chai with whole milk cause their almond milk now scares me. My vanilla latte tasted like a cup of milk that they poured next to an espresso shot (i'm talking the la croix of coffees here) and the dirty chai was watered down?? but also too spicy at the same time (this is coming from someone who has grown up drinking Indian chai so spices don't scare me but this one was weird). Now to food: We got their egg sandwich and u know what not bad probably the only redeeming quality of this place so far. Solid 7.5/10 I think, like nothing special but a good sandwich. We also got their breakfast burrito and that falls among the same lines, nothing special but not bad either and it came with a green sauce that was pretty good. tldr: don't be fooled by the vibes and expect a good cup of coffee, maybe stop by for the food though if u want read more

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Was a nice pit stop for us as we did a family drive up the PCH from Dana Point to Newport and back down. I got the matcha, husband got drip coffee and he said it's decent. Will make it a regular stop while exploring all the shops and restaurants up and down the coast. Can't wait to come back and hang a little longer, and enjoy the ocean views from the cafe. p.s. when I clicked follow on IG, I noticed a post from the owner that he once lived in LA, and was doing all he can to help those affected by the fires. Was very heartening to see, and made me all the more willing to support this business. read more

Bear Coast Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

This was such a cute Coffee place with some great options for breakfast and a variety of pastries. The inside had plenty of seating and cute books and bear decor. Super aesthetic, the prices are fair and the staff were welcoming and friendly. We came here on a busy Saturday morning we didn't wait long for our food. Will definitely be back soon on vacation. This is a great spot right before heading to the beach read more

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Met my friend here and was warmly greeted by the staff. The vibe & layout inside was inviting and spacious with outside seating available (with a great view of the ocean). We both got a caramel latte and it was made so good! My friend also ordered a parfait and we inhaled it, it was so good. The wait wasn't very long and they even brought our drinks out to us (we sat outside). Definitely plan on coming back here! read more

Bear Coast Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Came into Bear Coast Coffee and it was so cute! It was decorated for Christmas and I loved it! So much seating indoors and very cozy! I got the lemongrass chamomile iced tea and it was perfect without sugar! The Cold Brew tasted light! I got avocado toast added and egg and the oatmeal! Everything was super yummy and let me tell you price wise it was great! Service was great as well! They were busy when we went but got everything really quickly! The hey even brought us our food! read more

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Cute beach-front coffee shop! Stopped by for a coffee and the wait was quick. No breakfast burritos after 12 & the coffee was a bit sweet for my taste. But nice strong coffee, if you're not a fan of overly sweet drinks ask for less syrup or an add shot! Lavender caramel was my favorite! read more

Bear Coast Coffee - Vanilla, Lavender Caramel & Vanilla! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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One of my favorite coffee shops right next to the beach and a good spot to work at. The service is excellent and they're friendly and prompt. It's chill during the week a little busier but more a a good vibe. Food is tasty and reasonably price! Go to spot in Laguna and it's dog friendly! read more

Bear Coast Coffee - Hot matcha didn't take the picture before serving size is fair! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Bear Coast has great coffee. Their lattes are really good quality and we also like their cold brew with cold foam. This location has an ocean view and you can grab your drink and walk right down to the water or walk around the shops in Laguna. Only downside is the parking is limited and can be really tough at times. Also, don't miss it as you're driving - they only have a sign that says "Beverages" outside! read more

Bear Coast Coffee - Kid friendly! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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'Twas just another day in Laguna Beach... or so I thought. I stroll into Bear Coast Coffee, Enter Olivia. Barista? No. queen. I asked if there was an espresso tonic that had some sort of juice (a drink that carries nostalgia from a coffee shop of my youth). She informs that they don't have anything on the menu like that so i just ordered a normal coffee. Next thing you know, she walks over to my office (table in the coffee shop) where she delivered her handcrafted signature espresso tonic. Brings it over, no charge, no fanfare--just a genuine "thought you'd like this." Forever customer. read more

my friend ordered the vanilla latte with their house made almond milk and she would rated it a 2/10. I ordered the horchata latte with their Housemade almond milk and it was disgusting. It was extremely sour! 0/10 However, I ordered the pistachio croissant and she ordered the egg and feta sandwich, both were amazing! what's disappointing is that our coffees were about $8 each! in conclusion, I wouldn't recommend this place for coffee at all and I won't be coming back. read more

Bear Coast Coffee - vanilla latte, horchata latte, pistachio croissant and fete and egg sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Owner-Operator vs. Just a Job Doors open, lights on, staff behind the counter--but no coffee before 6:00 a.m. I stopped by at 5:45, hoping to catch the 5:59 sunrise on the beach with a cup from a familiar favorite. Instead, I got a flat "We open at 6, I'm brewing" not even a simple "I've only got black coffee ready" or "Give me a minute." It made me wonder: would this have been the vibe when they first opened in San Clemente not so long ago? Back then, it felt like passion. Today, it just feels like a shift. First world problems I know. Getting ready takes effort--but hospitality just takes heart. read more

Such a nice welcome to the neighborhood. Been anxiously awaiting it to open! I like the location as it's away from the congested touristy area, and hopefully remains a "local" spot. Space is really open w/ a cool coastal vibe. In terms of coffee, cappuccino was quite good. The nutmeg vanilla latte was good, but way too sweet for my palette. The egg sandwich was a bit disappointing. Egg was over cooked and hard. Lettuce, avocado kinda got lost in the brioche...bread / ingredients ratio = way too much bread. Would probably be way better on white or sourdough. Likely still getting up to speed and adjusting to the learning curve. Would def. Give another try again. read more

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Great staff and cool vibe. Lots like the Pacific Northwest. Go inside and enjoy the ambiance. Coffee is the best and 1/2 the cost of Starbucks. Please support our. Laguna Beaches Bear Coast Coffee. Enjoy the ocean view ! read more

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The ambiance was very spacious and good variety of seating choices. The vibe of the cafe was very pleasant and I ordered their vanilla nutmeg latte with chai concentration but the latte wasn't as I expected. It was quite watery and I couldn't really taste the essence of the espresso. Although besides that the service was great and attentive. read more

Bear Coast Coffee - Vanilla nutmeg chai latte with a shot of espresso and a horchata latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

This is a quaint little coffee shop right next to the beach. Bear Coast always serves decent quality coffee, and the baristas are so friendly and smiley here. My friend and I enjoyed our drinks as we stopped by the beach which was only a few steps outside to enjoy the view. There were more tables and seating than I expected so this may be a worthy study spot if I'm willing to make the drive out ever! read more

Bear Coast Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Fun coffee shop! Great service, delicious coffee, a fun & relaxing atmosphere. A fun place to hang out. read more

Bear Coast Coffee - We played backgammon!! So fun. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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Fun little coffee shop a block off the beach. On the main road in Laguna. Great place to grab coffee and go sit on the beach and watch the surfers. Fun vibe. Staff was very friendly and gave some good recommendations. I didn't love the roast of coffee I ordered but that's probably my fault. Overall great spot in Laguna! read more

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This is several months late, but after we lost our home in the Eaton Fire we evacuated to Laguna and went here the morning after. They had an entire counter full of hats, shirts, coffee beans, and more completely free for fire victims. They gave us free drinks. The generosity of this company was completely overwhelming and incredible. Regardless of my emotional state, the taste was also fantastic. I had the caramel lavender latte and it's one of my favorite coffee drinks I've ever had. The toasts were also delicious- we had an avocado toast that was perfect. All in all great customer service, great company, great food. Thank you bear coast. read more

Blue berry muffin is disgusting. Taste like old card board. Girls were rude and just places our coffee their with out any labels or letting us know what who's coffee is who's. They must be races because I'm Mexican and didn't get good treatment. Never coming back. read more

Pros: -large cafe -big windows -dog friendly -sells food Cons: -horchata latte didnt taste like horchata at all -they call your order by name & someone by the same name took my drink. I like it better when places call you by number read more

Enjoyed the Dark Chocolate Mocha in this coffee shop and so glad it's now available in Laguna Beach! Great place to hang out with more seating options indoor and beautiful art work! Definitely will come back! read more

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Excellent deep and dark roast coffee. I always loved the stores in San Clemente and Dana Point and this is a true addition to Laguna Beach. Pastries are always on point here! 5 stars all the way read more

Bear Coast Coffee - Barista with a smile - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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It should be illegal to sell someone a breakfast burrito and then say you are out of salsa.

Amazing view. Pretty good cold brew and coffee. Love the merch and modern coffee shop vibes. Right next to beach access. Will definitely visit again. read more

I got the vanilla nutmeg latte--it was pretty standard and didn't stand out to me for $6. However, the interior and ambience of the cafe is nice and you can see the ocean from your workspace. read more

Bear Coast Coffee - Vanilla nutmeg latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

I saw a review from what must've been a grumpy single guy. He complained about a children's area which I thought was hilarious -- he clearly must not have children. My daughter enjoyed playing with the Legos quietly while she and I waited for my coffee. It was a great help because us mamas know that our babies sometimes can be hard to contain. I ordered the vanilla nutmeg coffee, and quite enjoyed the balanced taste. I guess the only thing I would say was that I wish the customer service was a little bit more friendly. I love that just a few steps away is the most amazing beautiful serene spot to reflect, and enjoy the ocean. read more

Bear Coast Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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Best spot before or after a surf ! We love hanging out here. Great coffee and super high-quality matcha. Easy 10/10. read more

Bear Coast Coffee - Cold brew favorite drink - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Great service!! Everyone is so sweet and the coffee is amazing. I would highly suggest the matcha with honey and cinnamon! And for coffee, the iced maple latte is AMAZING!! Great place and location. read more

Finally a great coffee shop arrived to Laguna. I've been searching for a good coffee in Laguna for years so was very excited to see Bear Coast open the doors. It didn't disappoint. Excellent bean picks, perfectly roasted and brewed. Delightful. Their pastries are excellent too, especially the guava/cheese turnover. This location also sells coffee beans to brew at home, and two kinds we tried so far (Rwanda and Ethiopia) were both fantastic. Cannot recommend this coffee shop high enough. read more

Bear Coast Coffee - Drop coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

The matcha was literally just milk actually the worst matcha I've ever had. The store was cute and employees were friendly though

Friendly service, very clean, decent prices. We enjoyed our americano and cappuccino. They have kid friendly drinks too!

Not sure why they don't have the best reviews...Coffee was amazing. Best iced latte I've had in a while. Yogurt parfait was delicious and fresh. Staff was really nice. Merch was really cute! Definitely will be back :) read more

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Excellent coffee for me. Also excellent tea options for my wife. Friendly staff. Lots of places to sit. Sunny and bright in the morning. I will gladly come here again. read more

If you want fresh food, friendly staff and good coffee DO NOT COME HERE! Repeat DO NOT COME HERE !! All sandwiches are pre packaged and expensive coffee was mid. And what really did it for me was my wife tipped the staff and not even a thank you..... As if it was expected just for taking out order. The barista can make a cool design in a cup but that's it..... read more