Came across this place on our walk back from the beach to our car. It's a nice little shop on the…read morecorner. Chris, who was working, was super friendly. We got the Ube Matcha and the Mango Dream Chill. Both were super tasty and really hit the spot after a hot day at the beach.

Oh goodness it's so good! The coconut crème vietnamese coffee is my jam The guy that works there…read moreis probably the nicest person ever and is always telling you about their process and the drinks you order. Go! So good! PS All these people complaining are probably tourist or don't understand beach community or island time (balboa island) haha I kid, but some people complain about everything! Go you will enjoy it I promise.

Herst This little…read moregem is tucked away in the Lido Marina and you wouldn't know it was there unless someone told you about it, you saw it on a review site or just stumbled across it. It's a local hangout for sure; patrons working on lap tops, friends greeting each other and barista's acknowledging prior customers. Super cool spot situated on the main thoroughfare on Lido and only steps to a view of the marina. The Coffee itself was excellent; great flavor, well made and the service was equally as good. The outside patio reminded me of something you'd find in Europe; the walls are covered in vines and it's situated right on the the street where it was a great place to people watch etc.. I could see this place getting extremely busy of a weekend and parking would be very challenging so plan accordingly...we were there at 7.30am , perfect time. A must visit.

A really cute coffee shop with really great coffee. We came here all the way from Riverside to hang…read moreout at the beach and this place was recommended from our friends. My wife and I did a simple iced latte and cappuccino both with whole milk. The coffee was great with no sour taste to them. My wife also wanted the croissant, so we ordered one. It was good, but nothing too special. It does get really busy here and for a good reason. It's in a great location in the Lido Marina Village. There was plenty of seating inside and outside. I did get confused with the restrooms but there was one across the street (public restroom). Just to note, I don't think there was a policy for dogs since many people with dogs were coming in and out that were for sure not service animals. I didn't mind since I love dogs, but can be an issue for those with sensitivities. The baristas were all very nice, no issue with customer service. I was basically the only asian dude there the whole time, but there was no issue. Everyone was nice :)

Stopped in today to get my coffee fix, and I think I've found my new go-to spot whenever I'm in the…read morearea. I tried one of the barista's recommendations, and it did not disappoint. It wasn't overly sweet, which I really appreciated. I also love that they offer gelato, açaí bowls, tea, and smoothies--such a great variety. Emma mentioned they carry ceremonial-grade matcha and said it's a must try, so needless to say, I'll definitely be back for that. Shoutout to Emma for being so kind and for turning me into a repeat customer.

Perfectly located right next to the Newport Beach pier. There is a little bit of a hustle and…read morebustle in this coffee shop and I have to think it's more tourist than locals, maybe not ? Either way it has some appeal and worth a stop so you can pass judgment for yourself. I rate it a 5 for convenience, service and proximity but because I value good coffee so much I have to rate the overall experience a 3 because the quality of the Coffee was just not there- I had a double shot latte and it seemed weak to me and had more of a watered down taste; I had two or 3 sips and threw it away . if you want superior coffee then walk a mile to Lido and visit Herst Coffee!!

everyone was very friendly, fast and efficient. which was surprising for the amount of people in…read moreline when i walked in. ample seating. the paid parking lot made me question my decision but then they validated my parking. Loved that they have 3d glasses all around the room for you to experience the 3d ceiling art.

This place was quite literally the definition of overhyped. The drinks were watery and the cream…read moretoo was a weird consistency that was a little sticky. The coffee flavor did not come out at all and the matcha was not good quality. This place has been recommended on numerous places online and I cannot understand why. The size of the drinks were so small - especially in comparison to other matchas or coffee in OC that would actually cost LESS. Compared to airoma or tatys size, this was insane. The drink was short and the bottom tapered in like a funnel. Both me and my sister had stomach aches after and the foam started getting chunky as we walked around - we threw it out. The food was ok but there was like no chicken in the sandwhich we ordered, basically all bread and barely half a tomato. The place itself is pretty cute and looks to be a good place to study. The people were also decently nice and accommodating. Very underwhelming - will not return - 35 dollars down the drain

Warning: this place is busyyyyyyy…read more Came in on a Sunday morning and it was packed both inside and out. Even with that being true, we got our order fairly quickly and the person that took our order was kind and it was smooth. I had the orange top coffee (I believe it's new) and it was great, super fresh and it was perfect for the already hot morning. My husband had the strawberry matcha and he really enjoyed it as well.

Unfortunately, KIT Coffee was a pretty disappointing experience. We ordered the horchata matcha,…read moreand it was mostly ice with cinnamon sprinkled on top. Cinnamon on a matcha doesn't make it a horchata matcha, and the drink honestly felt more like an aesthetic concept than something thoughtfully made. We also ordered a burrito that was extremely overpriced for what it was. It was mostly egg and cheese, with very little that justified the price. We paid around $35 for two matchas and one burrito, which would be fine if the quality matched the price, but unfortunately it didn't. Overall, it felt like a very typical Orange County trendy coffee shop where the aesthetic and presentation take priority over the actual food and drinks. Cute space, but for the price, I expected significantly better.

One of the best ATMOSPHERES in the area! Very MOODY with lots of seating and a FIREPLACE. The…read morecoffee was also good. With water, bathrooms and WiFi, you can't really beat this as a study spot. The hardest part was the street parking but if you're willing to walk it's usually fine.

A very unique coffee shop with a dreamy interior and a variety of different tables/set ups. We had…read morea bookclub here (only 4 people) and found the most perfect big table in the center of the place for group discussion. The table could def have fit 7 or 8 people. LOVED that it was indoor and outdoor. I got the strawberry matcha which was delicious and a vibrant green color! Authentic! And the staff here are all lovely. Only hiccups were the WiFi was really slow and there weren't any accessible outlets next to the tables. I think that's criminal for a coffee shop imo.

Simply a great local donut shop with casual vibes near the pier and beach. I love that it's open 24…read morehrs. No matter what time I'm in the area, I can count on Seaside to satisfy a sweet tooth or coffee needs. The prices are hard to beat, too! One of my favorite items is the jalapeño, ham, and cheese croissant. They warm it up nicely when you order it, so it's flaky, and the cheese is warm inside. You can't go wrong with any of the classic or specialty donuts as well. They always taste fresh and pair well with hot coffee or hot chocolate. What a way to start a morning. They also offer blended coffees, smoothies, a few bagels, Thai and flavored teas, milk teas, and bottled beverages. They don't, however, offer breakfast sandwiches or other sandwiches. The staff is kind and attentive. This place gets busy in the morning and surprisingly late at night. There's parking in front of the sidewalk and a few lots around. Paid/metered parking begins at 8 am.

~ IFYKYK ~ a…read moreclassic! The food/drink are not life changing or anything BUT it will have a place in your life with all the memories made. Fast service. Small donut shop.

A cute Moongoat location in Costa Mesa, the interior is super spacious really well designed with…read moreplenty of seating, making it a great spot to grab a bite of coffee and catch up with friends, do a little reading, or get some work done. The baristas are super friendly and easy to talk to while they're making your drinks. They also have the cutest merch throughout the coffee shop for you to be tempted by! Their coffee is great and their Matcha is also really good!

Very nice coffee shop near the bch nice atmosphere Food…read moregood service good I would come back here

Yasssss it's that damn good…read more Oh my! I haven't been here for years but it's still damn good to this day! This was our go to coffee shop every weekend when we used to live here. I could not find any other smoother and tasty coffee than Kean. Nothing in this area compares. It's a gem here. My husband and I usually get their vanilla latte. It just runs smooth; not acidic. Flavors are on point! Service is usually great. Sometimes it can be a bit since lines can get ridiculous here. But worth it! Casual atmosphere!

Chai latte 5/5 Barista service :5/5…read moreAmbiance: 5/5 I recommend it They do not have internet connection .

I passed by with my best friend for a quick stop on our way to the beach. When we walked in to…read morehumanity coffee, we were greeted sincerely by a friendly barista. I wasn't entirely sure what to order, but he was super helpful in providing recommendations. He suggested the Humanity Coffee with Sea Salt Foam and it was delicious. Reminds me of an ocean breeze !! The ambience of the coffee shop was very nice as well, I really enjoyed the decor, as well as the lively, inviting music. I love supporting local businesses, will definitely be returning!

A friend and I came around 11 AM on Saturday and there weren't too many people in the store. We…read morewanted to get some work done and there are 3 tables and an outlet so it's a good study spot if you can get a table! We both ordered the miso brown sugar latte with oat milk on their seasonal menu but there were so many amazing sounding drinks. The latte was pretty basic. There was a slight smokey flavor and the brown sugar added a bit of depth but I didn't taste any miso flavor. It was also on the small side for over $7 but was a good plain latte! Rating Miso brown sugar latte: 3.5/5