Recent discovery. My understanding is that they specialize…read moreon Vietnamese coffee... Wasn't aware of this being a thing, but I am happy that I have discovered it. Tried several drinks on the menu so far and sure, some things are better than others, but I'm a fan so far. Great staff. Everyone is super nice and accommodating, and of course the vibes in this place are outstanding. This coffee shop targets Young crowds and they do a really good job at it. The place gets packed during daytime. There are many places to get tea or coffee around downtown and this is a good one to consider. Certainly recommend you try if you're reading this review.

Solid coffee shop in Orange. The place has plenty of seating, a fun vibe with walls full of fun…read moreartwork and books, and a great playlist. Staff was also very friendly, and the drinks came out in less than 5 minutes on a busy Saturday morning. We got the iced mango coconut matcha which was solid, but I think the flavoring was a bit strong. The Kuya latte, which was an ube Vietnamese iced coffee, was yummy with a balanced, not overly sweet flavor! I will definitely come back when I'm in the area.

Dropped off my partner at UC Irvine early this morning, so early that we didn't have time to make…read morecoffee at home, so I ventured in unknown territory to try some local brews. A mere 1.3 miles away, I find this eight year old coffee shop that has its name origins from the German word for bread. Evidently, they have a plethora of baked foods mainly consisting of flour, water and often yeast displayed in full display next to the counter. I asked one of the staff if the shop makes their own bread and she said a local artisan bakery supplies them. They look amazing and they even have gluten-free options! This is a family-owned business that provides a more than suitable area for working on your laptop with WiFi access, or simply enjoying your favorite hot or cold caffeinated beverage, oh, and I must mention that they have premium blends as well for the coffee aficionado! Spacious indoor area that doesn't feel cramped and the exposed ceiling vents, the jazzy beats that is playing at a perfect volume and plenty of potted plants give it a balanced chill industrial vibe. There are tables outside too that's perfect for early morning or late afternoon when it's not too hot. I ordered the Vanilla Latte hot and asked that they fill up my insulated mug instead of the cardboard cup. Even with the steady stream of patrons, I received my expertly prepared brew by their hirsute barista, who gave me "beard envy" (I can only sport a goatee) :D The crew are friendly, conversing with the regulars. I can tell they enjoy working here! I don't come to Orange very often but would definitely grab coffee here again if I'm in the area and would highly recommend this place. This place is doing something right and by mere observation, I can tell they will continue to do so for years to come! Kudos!

My friend and I both ordered the iced mocha, and unfortunately, it was just okay. It tasted a bit…read morewatered down and could have used a stronger chocolate and espresso flavor. Wasn't worth the price in my opinion. The cafe itself is spacious, with plenty of seating both indoors and out on the patio. I also noticed several tables with conveniently placed outlets, making it a nice spot for studying or getting some work done. During my visit, there were quite a few people working on their laptops, so it seems to be a popular place to settle in for a while. As for the service, it wasn't particularly warm or welcoming. One of the baristas accidentally dropped something, creating a loud noise, and she was visibly frustrated and seemed like she didn't wanna be there which affected the overall atmosphere.

My daughter took us to her favorite coffee shop in Orange--Play Coffee. Here are some thoughts:…read more -This is the single coolest coffee shop I've ever seen. It's an old bank building--wide open with super high ceilings and cool Roman architecture! -I'm a sweet coffee drinker and I love a good latte. So when I looked at the lattes on the menu--the "volcano" latte caught my eye. -I asked about it and the barista's eyes lit up, "If you like sweet coffee, you'll LOVE the volcano--it's made from brown sugar and sea salt." -I ordered one and the flavor was rich and unusual. The sweet and salty really work together. Surely one of the best lattes I've ever had. Highly recommended!

I used to love this place because of its great atmosphere and friendly staff, but my experience…read moreyesterday with other staff was very disappointing. I ordered a Match Strawberry with no ice, but received a plain green drink with no strawberry flavor at all. When I asked about it, the staff gave me conflicting excuses, When I asked about it, the first staff member claimed the strawberry paste was already mixed in. When I brought it up again, the second staff member blamed the green color on my "no ice" request, even though other customers had drinks with clear pink strawberry layers. Ordering with no ice shouldn't make the strawberry ingredient completely disappear. And both of them looked pretty unfriendly too. Also that matcha drink was too sweet and ended up throwing it away. Given that this cafe charges premium prices compared to others, I expect much better and more honest customer service.

Philz Coffee is AWESOME! I am a huge fan of any place that sells coffee coffee - not just the…read moreflavored stuff that so many places in Orange do. The abolute NICEST folks work at this shop. there's great parking, and these guys truly care about their customers (me included!). Highly recommend you stop by first thing in the morning - they open at 5:30 am!

The honey haze is always my go to and refreshing especially for summer! The service here was nice…read moreand friendly. The atmosphere is bright and homey feeling, seems like a nice spot to do some work. Parking lot is super small maybe only 4-5 spots but there's street parking since it's downtown Orange.

I went here around 2 times these past 2 weeks, and the drinks and the avocado toasts with bacon are…read moreso damn good! It's so good that I still crave it hours later. The bacon is cooked to perfection, the honey drizzle is so good, and the avocados taste fresh and nice.

Currently obsessed with their Yuzu mango matcha drink! I do unsweetened matcha because the yuzu jam…read moreand mango syrup add enough sweetness! At least for me :). I'll be sad if it's a seasonal summer drink. Would love to have it all year round lol.

July 26th, 2026 10:45am Sunday…read moreOrdered: - Banana Bread Iced Latte - Oat Milk Iced Latte (Shot of Hazelnut Syrup) Atmosphere: -Two Floor, Indoor Seating -No parking lot, just street spots (we were lucky and found parking right in front!) -Lively Atmosphere, Friendly Staff -Music loud enough to offer privacy between group conversations! Final Notes: Lots of people doing their work here. Seems headphones are necessary if you need focusing, but very excited to come back during the school year to study in a comfortable environment :D

Oh, The Lost Bean... I'm at a loss for words…read more I really wanted to love this location. I've been a customer at the Tustin location for years, so I walked in excited. Unfortunately, this visit was one disappointment after another. We arrived at 8:30 a.m. hoping for a peaceful coffee-and-breakfast morning. Instead, we accidentally wandered into what felt like a Janis Joplin tribute concert. The music was blasting at nightclub volume--not exactly the relaxing start to the day we had in mind. But surprisingly... that wasn't even the worst part. The food was incredibly disappointing. I ordered the breakfast burrito, and the potatoes were still raw--hard enough to remind me they were once part of the ground.. My husband ordered the French toast, which looked suspiciously like it took a quick detour from Trader Joe's frozen aisle before landing on our table. There's nothing wrong with frozen French toast... unless you're charging $14 and calling it brunch. Another friend ordered the granola with berries. After a few bites, he gave it a skeptical look, pushed the bowl away, and decided breakfast simply wasn't worth the gamble. The coffee was decent , but honestly wasn't worth fighting the neighbors for a parking spot!

I stopped by Ape Coffee thinking I was just grabbing a coffee. Next thing I know, I'm standing…read morethere wondering if this is what happiness tastes like. The coffee was so good it made me question every gas station coffee I've ever defended. One sip in and I suddenly felt qualified to give TED Talks, start three businesses, and reorganize my entire life before noon. The staff was friendly, the drinks came out quickly, and everything tasted like it was actually made by someone who cared instead of someone just trying to survive the morning rush. If caffeine had a luxury version, this would be it. I walked in half asleep and walked out acting like I had my life completely together. Five stars. I'll definitely be back the next time I need a cup of coffee that makes me believe I can answer emails I've been ignoring for two weeks.

Great coffee shop with specialty in banana. Love to try new coffee shops!…read more I had: 1. Golden ape - house-made banana syrup latte 2. Mango cloud matcha - inspired by mango sticky rice dessert, made with house-made mango puree 3. Banana walnut fig 4. Ham & cheese croque

The blueberry matcha is to die for! I'm not the biggest blueberry fan but I will definitely come…read moreback just for this. The service was 10/10 and the vibes were even better. Going to stop by here when I can before my dog walks ;)

Got the Mango Matcha and it was amazing! This place always…read morehas a line but I would say it is completely worth it. The service is always fast and super friendly. It is a small little shop and parking can be better but overall a must try in Tustin!

UPDATE! I'm thrilled to share that after my post, the owner…read moreof Rekindle, Rebecca, reached out to me and has been absolutely wonderful. It's not often today for the owner of a business to reach out directly to a customer - she did and it was a very positive engagement. There are time that even the best business has a hiccup and something goes wrong. What makes a huge difference is how the business responds, and therefore, Rekindle gets five stars. I'm certain my next visit will be fantastic - I'll be posting an update in the near future. Wow - So Disappointed! Rekindle was at the Taste of Orange this year and I enjoyed one of the Italian sandwich samples they were handing out. It was fantastic! We met the owner - she was very charismatic and charming. Today we stopped by to grab an Italian sandwich, and I just cannot believe they served me bread that was so old and dry - it would have been perfect for croutons, but definitely nothing like what we had at the Taste of Orange. The bread was so dry I had to dress it up with some olive relish to eat it - I don't expect when I pay $31 for a sandwich and chai iced tea latte to get home and have to start working on my sandwich. I accept some responsibility for this, because honestly, who goes to a coffee shop for a sandwich.

Long time customer, first time reviewer. They have so many latte flavors. My most favorite is…read moreEnglish Toffee. Their drinks are a little on the pricey side - $8 for an iced latte. I used to love their Blueberry Twist and get it almost every visit, but my most recent one wasn't quite as good as I remember. It wasn't crispy or delicious. I do like their lemon square - sweet and sour perfectly balanced.

Chaiwale & Co 4.2…read more(286) $10-20 CafeOpen Overview Menu Reviews Photos About Google review summary 5 4 3 2 1 4.2 (286) Reviews All Price Meal Service chai47 samosa13 comfy seating4 cardamom chai14 +6 Sort by Most relevant Newest Highest Lowest Kiran Vasu Local Guide·18 reviews·4 photos This popped up on my feed a few times and I have been wanting to visit since a while but just was not happening. Finally today we got an opportunity to go with family who were visiting. Turned out to be a great place to hang out with ... More Photo 1 in review by Kiran Vasu Order pickup Order delivery Kiran Vasu Local Guide·18 reviews·4 photos just now New This popped up on my feed a few times and I have been wanting to visit since a while but just was not happening. Finally today we got an opportunity to go with family who were visiting. Turned out to be a great place to hang out with friends and family. Indians love their tea and there is this entire spectrum of Chai shops in India from street vendors to little shops to cafes. Served with little cookies for dunking, savory snacks and little sweet pastries or cakes. I loved how they incorporated the essence of that culture and then gave it their own twist. Everything we had was ace. They have not cut corners with flavors and ingredients. Everything on their menu is worth experiencing. From the bun maska to the rose pistachio loaf to the samosas the flavors were awesome. Paired with ginger kissed masala tea or coffee made it a match made in heaven. We will now be visiting often to get our fix of chai. An experience that should not be missed. Highly recommend.

We were here a couple of weeks ago, and overall, I really loved the ambience of the place…read more We ordered 3 burritos total--2 butter chicken and 1 spicy--along with aloo paratha, gobi paratha (which was a bit salty), and samosas, which were decent. We also got 4 drinks. The iced drinks were very bland, so I would suggest getting the hot drinks instead. The desserts, however, were amazing! We loved the tres leches and the pistachio cheesecake. Honestly, I would come back mainly for the desserts. The one disappointing experience was the service. We drove all the way from LA specifically to try this place. We placed our order, left the suggested tip, and were then told by one of the staff members (she was the barista) to put our dishes away when we were done eating. I mean... really? What is the point of leaving a tip if customers are expected to clear and put away their own dishes, like at a fast-food restaurant? And just to be clear, we had actually already stacked our dishes, wiped down our table before she even mentioned it because we're not the type of customers who feel entitled to leave a mess behind. But being specifically told to put our dishes away (she showed the bucket tray where she placed at the middle of the shop) after leaving a suggested tip was disappointing. Overall, I really liked the ambience, and especially the desserts. I just wish the service experience matched the rest of the place.