Fire flat white. It was the bomb. No notes…read more Very nice people behind the register too bro.

Seems like Communitea Coffee has cracked the code to what I-- at least-- am wanting from a coffee…read moreshop, starting with matcha. I got the earl grey matcha which are two of my favorite flavors it was of course delicious. Food: They had just rolled out a new menu that includes a slice of sourdough bread and butter for 5$. I'm really working on cutting out the sweet treats (which they have plenty of) so it was perfect for me. They also have wholesome foods such as breakfast sandwiches and burritos which-- if I didn't have dinner plans after my study session-- is always appreciated as too often the food at coffee shops are sugary pastries and a bunch of empty calories. Service was friendly and personable. Communitea shows its dedication to being a warm, welcoming third-space environment. There is a shelf filled with board games and a kids play area (if you have one of those). They have assorted merchandise like coffee beans, plants, mugs, chips & snacks, etc.. There were flyers for all types of events throughout the month. I don't often write reviews I don't even live anywhere near Brea, but I would love to see this business thrive if not expand.

Customer service is amazing! From the moment you walk in, you're greeted. Michael, Denise, Ana,…read moreBrandon and Kathrine are amazing! (Sorry if I forgot anyone else, I mainly see them when I'm in) Overall great & efficient service. A good amount of seating indoors and outdoors! The atmosphere is spacious and has good air conditioning on hot days. I love their gluten free banana loaf bread! It's so soft and the banana chunks are mouth watering! They have ceremonial grade matcha; just look at that vibrant green :) They're matcha isn't overly sweet but if you want more sweetener, they're happy to add more. Their seasonal blueberry bliss matcha is really good with chunks of mini berries. I also like how they have a reward system to get points with each purchase for future perks! Highly recommend :)

This cafe is such a cute vibey place to be in. Really liked the photo decorations they had at the…read moretime. Few seating areas on the inside and outside. Cute place to sit down and catch up but can be a little loud inside. The server was really friendly and took the time to answer questions and provide recommendations. They had mushroom type coffee drinks. Ordered the Blueberry Matcha Latte (which was okay) but the Chagaccino was much better in my opinion. First time trying mushroom coffee.

After having lunch nearby, I stopped in for a coffee…read more The interior is small with four tables (two 4-tops and two 2-tops). I ordered a hot smokey maple latte. It was made with bourbon reduction, maple, hickory, sea salt, and of course, espresso & milk. Although I couldn't really taste the bourbon, all the other flavors were present from the sweet maple, smokey hickory, and occasional bursts of sea salt. Oh, and a great roast of coffee. This was a coffee drink I'd come back for again and again. The pastry case looked inviting but I was stuffed from lunch so passed. But dang, they amazed me with that smokey maple latte!

food: i got a hot americano, u can't really make that taste…read morebad service: highkey doggy doo doo service, honestly really made the list for worst service in my life ambiance: v small, lowkey needed a sweeping and a wipe down, theres a handful of seating, in and outside, families are here as well as some people studying, theres wifi parking: hella personal experience : think the cashier didn't hear me when i asked for an "hot americano with a little bit of room" i saw cream on the screen under the words americano so i clarified and said "maybe i was too quiet, it says cream here and i don't want cream i would just like a little bit of room " and the cashier replies ok ill tell her i get my drink and there's cream :) maybe nobody says with a little bit of room anymore? idfk

Still a huge fan of Smoking Tiger and here to update my review with new favorites. The staff are…read morealways very friendly! Baked goods - 5/5, I LOVE the new chicken pot pie croissant-like pastry!!! The filling is sooo delicious. Sconkies - 5/5, the scone x cookie hybrid is also a favorite. I like the density and their flavors are so fun and unique! Kimchi musubi croissant - 4/5, is very unique and savory. But can be quite salty, better heated up. Yuzu black tea - 5/5, I appreciate their decaf menu because I don't usually drink coffee or caffeinated teas. This iced tea is my new go-to. I like that it's not as sweet as their usual decaf selection.

Long-time customer, first-time reviewer…read more Smoking Tiger has one of my favorite pastries around - the Garlic Cream Cheese bread. Honestly, it's the main reason I keep coming back. The bread is soft, the garlic flavor is just right, and the cream cheese filling brings everything together perfectly. Their coffee drinks are also consistently good. My personal favorite is the Smokin' Spaniard, probably because I'm a sucker for anything made with condensed milk. It's rich, smooth, and just sweet enough without being over the top. On a recent visit, I decided to try their new Pineapple Express. It was a hot day, and I was in the mood for something fruity and refreshing without any caffeine. It was decent - light and refreshing, though it didn't quite stand out as much as their coffee drinks for me. Overall, this is still one of my favorite bakeries and coffee spots. Between the delicious pastries, solid drinks, and cozy atmosphere, it's a place I find myself returning to again and again.

Philz Coffee is a wonderful addition to the ever-expanding Brea Mall…read more I've tried their Tiramisu Latte. Surprisingly super smooth for an iced latte. Rich and creamy tiramisu flavor with perfect balance of coffee flavor. Not powdery at all. I've also had their Iced Mint Mojito which is minty and refreshing with bold coffee flavor. My new favorite is their Campfire S'mores. Great blend of coffee & cream, marshmallow swirl, cinnamon, and cocoa flavor. There's also marshmallows on top but haven't actually eaten them as I usually just sip through their lid. Service has been great. Baristas are super friendly. Drinks would arrive within a few minutes. When they hand the drink, they'd tell me to let them know if the drink is perfect or how the drink is. They'll also ask if I would like a lid. There's plenty of indoor seating although usually packed with patrons. There's also a few tables outside. I love their coffee drinks. Will be back for another visit.

The Bottom Line Up Front: In a world filled with…read morecorporations masquerading as sophisticated boutiques, Philz is a growing chain that still retains a cozy atmosphere while serving up great coffee. I've been to other Philz, but this review will focus on this Brea location. The Drink: I got the seasonal salted caramel cold brew and it was delicious. Picture Starbucks' caramel macchiato but less sweet and with less acidic espresso. This Philz drink was smooth and creamy, with enough caffeine kick to keep me powered throughout the day. The Service: Our barista was very knowledgeable and offered a few suggestions and a couple of samples so that I could make the right selection. Grade A service! The Setting: Located in the new section of Brea Mall, this Philz location is a freestanding building so you have to walk outside of the mall to access it from the southwest side. There's no street parking, so you'll need to park in the large parking structure across from Nordstrom (currently...but they are doing more construction so this could change in the future). The Conclusion: As part of a franchise that doesn't act like one, the Brea location of Philz offers great coffee with excellent customer service.

Still Coffee was such a great experience from start to finish. The shop has such a cozy, homey…read moreatmosphere, even though it was nice and cool inside (which was perfect on a hot day). There was plenty of seating, making it a really comfortable place to hang out, work, or catch up with friends. Their menu had a great variety of drinks. I ordered the Horchata Latte, which was smooth, flavorful, and not overly sweet. My friend and I kept going back and forth trying to decide between one of their seasonal summer drinks and something else because we knew we didn't really want another latte. The staff was incredibly patient and actually took the time to understand what we were looking for. They ended up making us a frozen banana drink with cold brew instead of espresso, and it was exactly what we wanted. Honestly, it might have been even better than the original version! That level of customer service really stood out. They didn't just make a drink--they helped us find something we'd genuinely enjoy. Both the espresso and the cold brew were incredibly smooth with no bitterness at all, and every drink tasted well-balanced. Between the welcoming atmosphere, amazing customer service, and delicious drinks, this is definitely a coffee shop I'll be coming back to. Next on my list is trying their matcha!

Stopped by for a quick coffee before a possibly lengthy hair appointment right after work for a…read morepick me up. If wasn't too busy around noon on a Monday. Cafe shares a a large parking lot with several other businesses. It's small but so so cute! Seems cozy enough to sit and do some work but I imagine if it gets too busy it will get loud fast. I ordered the shaken honey oat latte and it was done in maybe 5 minutes after ordering. Delicious! I don't like too much going on in my drinks and this was perfectly simple and it woke me up right away. Love that.

Haven't been here since it was a Ding Tea. I was desperate for a matcha einspanner, but not enough…read moreto drive down to my usual place in Westminster. After reading the reviews, I thought I'd take the risk and give Teatopia a chance and I am so glad I did. We ordered at the kiosk, but failed to notice a posted sign that said they were out of green grape, which is one of the things we ordered. When only one drink came out, the super sweet girl behind the counter offered to make any drink from the menu for us -- regardless of value. MATCHA EINSPANNER: 4/5. Truly surprised by how good this was. Matcha forward, super creamy. 100% sweetness was just right to me. I just found my local spot for when I don't feel like making the trip to GG or Westminster. LYCHEE TEA: 4/5. 100% sweetness here was a little too sweet for me, but my partner loved it. The flavor of the tea itself was delicious.

Drinks are good no question But the staff looks like they…read morewant to kill themselves I hope what ever is bring them down gets better. Again drinks are good would recommend but next time I'm getting it delivered

Vanilla Thesis is the best better than probably all the rest…read moreThe coffee is so tasty Not nasty or pasty Their cheese and ham croissant is also bomb better than being made by mom One thing to note about this place, the parking sucks. But fear not, you can go into the structure, park in one of the "employee only" spots, and just tell them which spot and you're golden (wish I knew that before I came and parked across the street). Also, another reason why this place is great is that it's not full at all. Might be because of the parking situation, but the place is near empty which makes it have a nice luxury vibe. Their Vanilla Thesis drink at 50% sweet is soooo good. It's a great blend of coffee and tastes great. You can totally taste the vanilla. Their ham and cheese croissant is also great.

Discovered this beautiful coffee spot a month ago and fell in love with their seasonal drinks…read more(strawberry vanilla americano and strawberry cold brew) so we have been coming here as a special treat for ourselves and told and brought our friends. However, today's visit felt different. We ordered our usual strawberry coffee drinks but they weren't pink. When I asked the barista about it she said the syrup has changed. The drinks barely tasted like strawberry and we were disappointed. I immediately regretted upgrading my size to 20oz too. SO I looked up other recent yelp reviews, and I saw that someone posted a picture of their drink 17 hours ago and it was still pink. That makes me question what happened to our drinks.