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    Daydrift

    4.0 (178 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Closed 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Grace N.

    I saw so many artsy beautiful photos of the matchas here and book-marked it for a while, and finally made it last month to check it out myself. They replaced Honey&Milk that was here in the past. Didn't do much to interior change but the drinks are pleasing on the eyes. I feel like the owner of this place but love art and was able to open a matcha shop with such beautiful creation for their drinks. I do appreciate the work and effort that was put into making it drinks. Thanks to that, lines are pretty long during peak hours.. My friend and I stopped by on an early Sunday morning before the rush, and there was no line. I got the Hojicha Matcha and my friend got the pandan matcha. Both were very instagram-worthy. Very pretty. Taste wise, it was good. Since matcha cream-top becomes such a thing now in the recent years, most places offer cream top (I mean, even Starbucks has it on their regular menu now, talk about the influence), and I've had soooo many different coffee and matcha with different cream top that, to sum it up, there's only 3 level. Good, average, and bad. If places use good ceremonial grade matcha, and use the right ratio of milk/water/to matcha, the matcha can be pretty consistent, no matter what kind of ceremonial grade "brand" it is. Because if they get it from Japan at the Matcha capital (Uji), there are different names but basically they harvest and process the powder very consistent to the method. Anyway, in short, the matcha latter part here with oatmilk was good. it was between average to good. What sets most places apart now is also the cream top. The cream-top here is also good. So, that makes this place overall, Good. So, def rec. Though, I gotta stop trying all these matcha with cream-top places now because even if non-dairy cream foam top, you know how much calories are in them????? It's crazy!

    Pandan matcha
    Vivian N.

    4/5 Cute little cafe with a cozy vibe, but definitely keep in mind that parking is super limited and the space itself is very small. There is some seating available, but it's better suited for small groups of 2-3 people rather than studying or hanging out for long periods of time. I got the pandan matcha and really enjoyed it. The texture was smooth and not grainy at all, and the sweetness level was balanced perfectly. Neither the pandan nor the matcha overpowered each other, which I appreciated. I personally would've liked the matcha flavor to be a little stronger, but you could still definitely taste it. Overall, a really solid drink and I'd come back to try more from their menu.

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    Ivy W.

    There's plenty of seating indoors and outdoors for cute photos. There's also plenty of parking around the area since it's right next to The Camps. I'm ngl, the drinks look better than they taste. It was pretty overhyped on social media so I'm a tad disappointed. Both the drinks tasted watered down.($7.50 each). The service was ok. This place isn't bad but are there better options for the same price? Yes. The store is aesthetic though :)

    Paige A.

    When taste meets aesthetic. I ordered the mugwort matcha and it was delicious. Not too sweet, the matcha flavor actually came through, and I loved the cute little topping decor. I heard people complain about the parking and can definitely see how it could be an issue, but I came midday on a Monday and somehow scored front row parking with no line. Must've been my lucky day. Evelyn was so sweet and answered all of my questions about the menu. The inside setup felt chill and intentional, and there was also a cozy outdoor patio area that would be perfect for hanging out with friends or getting a little work done.

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    Jessica N.

    Unfortunately, while the service was nice and there was almost no wait, my mugwort latte was made with whole milk instead of the oat milk I substituted for. I had told the cashier that I'm lactose intolerant but I'm assuming someone slipped the oat milk note on the cup. Definitely ruined my evening and I wouldn't recommend it for anyone sensitive to cheap whole milk. I can usually handle whole milk from Strauss and Alexandre but this was generic gallon whole milk. I also found the matcha and mugwort to be on the weaker side and this is definitely more of a dessert store than a serious matcha store like Chafinity. Drink at your own risk. Parking at the CAMP is horrific as usual.

    Leeza D.

    Great new drink spot. I got the hojicha with matcha foam and my sister grabbed the pandan matcha. Both are delicious and we would like to come back and try the other drinks. Small space with cozy seating. We came on a weekday so easy parking and small line. Please come and create your own adventure.

    Mugwort Matcha Duo! Earthy, slightly grainy base topped with a cloud of sweet pandan foam
    Tiffany P.

    Cute little matcha corner! Every drink coming out looked super aesthetic, but I had my eyes set on the most unique item: the Mugwort Matcha Duo! It's got this earthy, slightly grainy base topped with a cloud of sweet pandan foam. I really like the flavor of mugwort, even though it overpowers the matcha. Service was quick, but I actually wouldn't mind waiting a little longer if they took that extra time to thoroughly mix and dissolve the matcha powder. I think this would help create a smoother mouthfeel and remove visible matcha clumps. The shop is still pretty new, so there's definitely room for improvement!

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    Jane R.

    What cute spot that you'll find next to The Camp in Costa Mesa. It's in the small shopping center right on the outside of it but easy enough to walk to first and then stroll around the area! Workers are friendly and made our drinks fast! They are yummy! There's a covered seatinf are right outside. No bathrooms I believe. There's some parking out front but your best bet is to park around The Camp or The LAB and make a day of it!!

    Mugwort Matcha Duo
    Kiana L.

    Daydrift is one of those places I can't believe I didn't notice sooner, especially since it's so close to The Camp. It's tucked away in the corner with a few other food spots, and while parking in the front is a bit limited, there's actually plenty of space in the back which makes it much easier than it looks at first. Inside is a bit on the smaller side, but they do have both indoor and outdoor seating, and honestly the outdoor area was my favorite. It has a more open, relaxed feel that makes it really nice to sit and hang out. The worker was super friendly, which made the experience even better. I got the Mugwort Matcha Duo, and I'll admit the name "mugwort" threw me off at first and caught me by surprise. But it turns out it's paired with pandan cream top and butterfly pea, which made it a lot less intimidating than it sounds. I also got the banana pudding, but forgot to take a picture of it lol. The banana pudding was good, just a bit on the sweeter side for my preference. The drink itself was really well done. The pandan cream top was light and smooth, which let both the matcha and pandan come through without either one overpowering the other. The combination felt balanced and interesting, especially with the butterfly pea adding a subtle twist in flavor and color. It's one of those drinks that feels a bit unique without being too overwhelming. I'd definitely come back again to try their other drinks since the menu looks like it has a lot of creative options worth exploring.

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    Mandy T.

    I came here with a friend on a Saturday afternoon, and it was super busy! Parking was nearly impossible to find because Daydrift is located in a pretty popular plaza with plenty of other stores, but we managed to make it work. The store itself was small and the line was out the door when we got there. We placed our order and waited outside because they only had a couple tables. There was a little outdoor area connected to it, but there were only 2 tables. It took about ~15 mins for two drinks, but I expected that because of how long the line was. Mugwort matcha (8/10) - Matcha flavor was very strong, but I could still taste the mugwort flavoring. Very yummy and pretty to look at! I would totally get this again. Pandan matcha latte (8.75/10) - My friend got this and loved it. I took a sip and honestly preferred it over my own drink, and I would be down to get this next time. Overall, a cute store with good drinks, but the parking situation was bad and wait can be a little long.

    Hojicha Matcha (left) & Pandan Matcha Latte (right)
    Jennie H.

    Bumped into this place in the LAB plaza since another matcha cafe was closed so we came in to give it a shot :3 **ORDERED Hojicha Matcha $7.50 Creamy hojicha latte with the matcha foam on top certainly hit my caffeine level loved the creaminess of the 2 mixed together Pandan Matcha $7.50 My friend ordered it since she loves Pandan and it did not disappoint! Matcha was creamy and the Pandan coconut flavor was just the right balance **PEOPLE When we came in, they seemed to have a problem displaying the menu on the big display screen so we just pulled it up on yelp ;) cashier was very welcoming and patient with us as we decided between the variety of matcha choices **VIBES The cafe itself was small but they do have outdoor seating area that was enclosed which looked really beautiful. The ambience was the vintage beach drift sort of vibe which gave a sense of calm! Overall: I would for sure come back to try the other matchas as they have so many different kinds!

    Banana pudding matcha
    Anastasia V.

    Daydrift is a cutesy little cafe tucked in the corner of a busy plaza. Parking is definitely ridiculous, especially after noon. However, I really enjoy their banana pudding matcha so I don't mind circling around the parking lot a couple times. Every time I've stopped in, the staff is so sweet and generally quick to make their lattes. I can't speak for their other drinks, as I really only come here for the banana pudding matcha since it's one of my favorite dessert lattes right now. The matcha is smooth and honestly gets overshadowed by the housemade banana pudding, but I like that strong banana flavor. Also when the cookie melts in and you taste little cookie chunks... I love it. I recommend giving it a try at least once. Get your banana pudding matcha then stroll through The Camp or hang out at their little outdoor seating area.

    Pandan matcha latte and Ube Rice Krispie
    Janeva G.

    Arrived here on a Thursday early afternoon. It wasn't busy and so I thought I would get my drink fairly soon. Unfortunately, it took 20 minutes to get one drink. I had to keep checking. They did not announce the order numbers either. Loved the pandan matcha latte. It had a nice earthy taste and the matcha had a bright green color. You can really taste the pandan flavoring too. I probably wouldn't come here again, only because the customer service was okay. And the parking lot is extremely small.

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    AVO TOAST W/MARINATED EGGS! - Love this!!! and a SALTED TOFFEE LATTE

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    4.0(311 reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    I love love love their coco mango/coco strawberry so much that I always make a stop here when I…read morevisit south coast plaza. I usually ask which one is better depending on which fruit is in season. I love the avocado smoothie with the fruit puree at the bottom. Both great combos and very yums! Right now they have 20% off on Tuesdays if you're part of their free membership. They also come out with new seasonal drinks too. They can understandably get very busy on weekends but I still stop by regardless lol I recommend a try if you want some boba while you're shopping around!

    On the lower end of the Collage in South Coast Plaza is Cha Redefine, a small boba spot located…read morenearby a ton of other food areas. It's typically not too busy as I feel like not many people go to the Collage or South Coast Plaza when looking for boba. Drinks don't take too long to be made so waiting isn't a big issue usually. I typically try different drinks whenever I come, from their matcha lattes to newer drinks like their lychee rice. The drinks are pretty standard, which is nice since South Coast Plaza is a big mall so having the option to come here for a drink is great. They're good and all flavor wise, but I'm not exactly going out of my way to get Cha Redefine unless I'm in the mall. The sizes are also a bit small which I'm not too fond of. Considering the addition of Chagee and Heytea as well, there's going to be more options available and nothing quite sticks out for me here.

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