Cool place but they definitely have a problem with never turning on the air conditioning.. always…read morehot ... pay 10 for a coffee but to cheap to give costumers air conditioning? Idk just seems bad for business

For a college study session or getting some homework done, this place is perfect! It's spacious,…read moreand the ambiance is upbeat and welcoming. Definitely a place where you can sit down and get some work done. The service was amazing, and the staff were so friendly! The coffee was delicious. I got the Einspänner Latte, and it was so good! Definitely a great spot to study, catch up on work, or just enjoy a good cup of coffee!

I honestly had a little bit of a cultural shock--in the best way!…read more As someone who absolutely loves matcha and coffee, I was surprised that I had never heard of this place before. It has such a unique vibe. It's located around Downtown Santa Ana, and the sign isn't very big, so it can be a little hard to find. Honestly, I'm glad I came with my friends because if I had come by myself, I probably would have missed it and gone home. The atmosphere is definitely different from your typical Orange County coffee shop. I heard the owners are from New York, and I think you can feel that influence. It has a very urban, sophisticated feel, but at the same time, there's something warm yet slightly cool and edgy about the space. It's hard to explain, but it has a personality of its own. The coffee bar is completely open, so you can watch the baristas make your drink and see every little movement they make. I wanted to try so many things on the menu, but I had already had two cups of coffee that day, so I decided to go with matcha instead. What really impressed me was how detailed they were when taking my order. They asked about the sweetness level, syrup options, type of milk, and even the type of cup I wanted. Since I was staying to enjoy my drink there, they served my matcha in a beautiful glass. And watching them make the matcha right in front of me was such a treat. It wasn't just some sweet matcha powder mixed with milk. You could really taste the quality of the matcha, and the drink was clean, smooth, and delicious. Santa Ana is a little far from my home, so I don't come here very often. But this place made me want to come back someday, take my time, and just enjoy a cup of matcha without rushing. Definitely a place with its own character. Would I come back? 100% YES.

Hopper & Burr is definitely a staple in the Downtown Santa Ana area-- a clean, minimalist (hipster)…read morespace with genuinely good coffee and some creative offerings, making for a solid specialty coffee shop. I believe their espresso leans toward a lighter roast, coming through bright and expressive, while the milk drinks are dialed in with that smooth, silky texture that makes you want to savor. That said, the drinks don't always scratch the itch for me in the way I might expect but it might just be that their speciality drinks aren't quite what I typically look for. Nonetheless I do still think they have a strong coffee program and a team that clearly cares about craft.

HHC Coffee was a wonderful stop and a great way to start our day! I enjoyed the Strawberry Matcha,…read morewhich was refreshing, smooth, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness. My husband ordered the Brown Sugar Maple Latte and absolutely loved the rich, warm flavors. We also shared the Ham and Cheese Pesto Croissant, and it was delicious--light, buttery, flaky, and filled with great flavor. Everything tasted fresh and thoughtfully prepared. One of our favorite parts was the outdoor seating area. We loved dining outside and enjoying the beautiful weather while sipping our drinks and relaxing. It created the perfect atmosphere to slow down and enjoy the experience. The atmosphere was welcoming, the drinks were excellent, and the food was just as impressive. We'll definitely be back to try more of the menu. Highly recommend stopping by if you're looking for quality coffee, delicious pastries, and a great outdoor dining experience!

We love this place and have been coming here for years now but today was a shitty experience from…read morethe lady behind the counter. I couldn't find a way to contact them through email so this is my only option. I went in to get coffee beans and a cold brew per my usual monthly visit with my pup. There was a tall woman behind the counter this time. We went through the typical spiel of what can I get you? Comes with a cold brew, etc etc. But after I walked away, 3 of her colleagues came up to chat and show pictures. As they were chatting I heard her say "I ain't got time for cold brew" and look directly at me. Then they split up and she went to stand at the other end of the counter while the 2 people she was chatting with came behind the counter and started sharing pictures or whatever. It just came off rude. I love this place and these are our favourite beans but just really crappy feeling as a local customer.

Love this place so much!…read more I've been to the Cerritos location many times so I figured I'd try the Santa Ana location. There's more seating at this location which is nice! Three tables and a bench. I ordered the Roasted Oolong Latte with Grass Jelly for 7.25, and I finished it in literally 10 minutes. The prices are really good if you don't get toppings too! 50% sweetness was perfect for me, and I like how they have descriptions under each of the teas on the menu. Next time I definitely want to try one of their frappes with purple rice. They also have many season drinks including an Earl Grey Cheesecake Latte! Parking is in a small plaza and it's a 30 minute maximum, so definitely plan to grab and go! Quite close to OCMA and South Coast as well.

We were near South Coast Plaza and looking for a new tea spot to try. This location kept popping up…read moreduring my Yelp search, so we decided to give it a try. Coming from Westminster/Garden Grove, our expectations for boba and tea drinks are admittedly pretty high. The online ordering process was simple, and they have a lot of tea options. I also really liked that the menu descriptions made it easy to get an idea of what each tea might be like. I love floral-flavored teas, so I decided to try the Osmanthus Amber Oolong Tea. I ordered it at 75% sweetness and was actually surprised that it was still a little too sweet for my taste. I'll definitely go with 50% next time. The boba was pretty average--nothing particularly special--but I did appreciate that the tea flavor and aroma were still the dominant flavors of the drink. The location was a little confusing to find. Our GPS kept trying to route us through some apartment/condo complexes, and once we finally found the shopping center, parking was pretty limited on a Saturday. Inside, the shop was super chic, modern, and beautifully minimalist, which I really appreciated. The front staff was friendly and quick to help me find my order. Overall, I don't think this is a place we'd go out of our way to visit, but I'd definitely try some of their other drinks if we're in the area again.

My wife and I stopped by Coffee Muse while charging our car, and all I knew was that I needed a…read moregood cup of coffee, because we had a long drive home. I walked in with no idea what to order, but Kayla and Michael immediately made the experience exceptional. They recommended the Honey Nut Cheerios latte, and it turned out to be one of the best coffee drinks I've ever had. It tasted exactly as they described, like the sweet milk that's left in the bowl after you finish a bowl of Honey Nut Cheerios. Absolutely delicious. I also had the chocolate chip cookie, which was just as outstanding. Michael and Kayla were knowledgeable, friendly, professional, and genuinely kind. Their customer service was so impressive that I actually asked if they were the owners. They took the time to explain the menu, answer my questions, and made us feel genuinely welcome. I'm not sure when we'll be back in Santa Ana, but if we are, Coffee Muse will definitely be on our list of places to visit again. If you're in the area, I highly recommend stopping by. Great coffee, delicious treats, and even better people.

Located on the corner of 4th and Spurgeon. Black exterior marks the spot…read more How'd it go? I entered the double doors roughly 4pm on a Thursday and it was nice and quiet. There's a small sitting area good for about 8 people. There was one guest on laptop, so I presume they've got wi-fi to for anyone studying or working on the go. The menu hangs overhead above the register where you place your order. I was greeted, "how can I help you today?" I replied, "Dirty Vanilla Chai please, iced, w/oatmilk,16oz" As-is you're looking at $7.25 for this latte, after milk substitution and tax out the door it's $8.25. A bit steep considering the competition in DTSA. What did you order? - Dirty Vanilla Chai Latte 4/5 Stars Excellent latte, just priced a bit too high. Overall? Mid day caffeination fix compliments of Muse Coffee definitely hit the spot. Comeback kid? I would but not unless my number one recommendation is open. Interested in finding out which independently owned cafe in the area with seating, Wi-Fi and whose outstanding lattes come in under $8. Check out my reviews if you'd like to know who's got it locked in the DTSA coffee shop scene!

Such a cute little hidden gem! It's tucked away in the corner of a larger shopping center, so it's…read moreeasy to miss, but definitely worth finding. The inside is bright, welcoming, and pretty quiet, which makes it a great spot to get some work done, study, or just hang out for a bit. I ordered the Spanish latte and an almond croissant, and both were delicious. The latte was smooth and flavorful, and the croissant was the perfect little treat to go with it. Cute atmosphere, good coffee, and a nice peaceful vibe. I'd definitely come back!

Food: - Matcha pistachio croissant: good amount of matcha…read morepistachio cream on the croissant; croissant itself decent Parking/ ambiance: - Giant parking lot - Employees were helpful in giving recommendations - Seating at the counters and tables with good Wifi and outlets

[Update 8/16/26] My third visit to Airoma Cafe in FV was a pleasant surprise to see that they made…read moreimprovement to their food safety handling of the cups since my last visit. From my observation, the cups were no longer stacked inside of one another; rather, placed side by side on the counter and picked up like that to the back kitchen to be filled. THANK YOU to staff/management who perhaps read my review concerning food safety issues and made the change to safeguard customers' health. Despite the price increase on their Double Matcha ($8), I can now recommend Airoma FV to my friends who are matcha fans.

Heard lots of good things about Airoma so I finally decided to check it out…read more I'm glad I did, because it was one of the best matcha drinks I've had in a while. Almost comparable to Rok even! And with a bigger drink size (20oz I believe) it definitely feels worth the price. I got the double matcha and it was so smooth and creamy, with a nice mouthfeel and slight astringency. I don't know if it's added to the matcha cream on top, but it also had some saltiness that paired perfectly with the seaweed-y umami notes of the matcha. I also like that the matchas come with oat milk by default. The nuttiness of the milk suits matcha perfectly. Overall a great drink! My sister got the matcha einspanner and also says it was good. Line and wait went quickly. I'd definitely go again!

Excellent Vietnamese coffee spot, top tier! Parking is easy…read moreand free, in a strip mall. Service is friendly and efficient, you get a buzzer for your drinks/food. We tried their Hazelnut Phin Coffee which was strong and full bodied flavor- one of my favorite. I also liked their peanut butter espresso (not Phin, so a little weaker) but very good. We also tried their Chocolate croissant which was extremely flaky (and embarrassing how much of a mess we made) but delicious. Their Bahn Mi Que (southern Viet sandwich) which comes in a pack of 2 small ones, which was well flavored and delicious. Will be back when in the area. They also have water and tea for free if sitting down! WiFi and clean bathrooms- a good place to study or hang out.

Be prepared for a very long wait and the possibility of them losing your order ticket…read more Parking is also pretty difficult, as the lot is small. Ordering was quick but they were clearly making drinks out of order because several people who ordered the same drink (pandan espresso) got theirs before me, despite ordering after me. Also, after checking on the status of my drinks with the person calling out names/buzzing the buzzers, he just went to the back and... never came back? And after asking again after another 5-10 minutes, they tried to tell me if I wanted my drink now, I'd have to accept one without my sweetness adjustment? They also gave me cups with different people's order tickets on them (but the drinks themselves were right), so I'm fairly certain they lost my drink ticket and have passed the problem onto other people now. Overall, not a good experience and wouldn't come back; the pandan espresso was alright but Airoma's is still better.

Just heard a new promotion, wanted to share to everyone…read more I love their Signature coffe (littleof nutty flavor), and their Strawberries Matcha. Those are the 2 must try.

Stopped by Findi Coffee and tried their Findi Signature Phin Coffee at 25% sweetness. The coffee…read morehad a bold, strong flavor just the way I like it. I'm not exactly sure what flavors they use in their signature blend, but whatever it is, it works--it was really enjoyable. The 20 oz cup for $6.50 is a great value, especially for the quality and size. I was too full to try anything else today, but their matcha and coconut water drinks both caught my eye, so I'll definitely be back to give those a try. Overall, I'd recommend stopping by if you enjoy a strong Vietnamese-style coffee at a reasonable price.

So yum! First time at a ghost kitchen place and it was an easy experience! You can order via the…read morekiosk and there will be instructions on how to pick up your order from the locker behind you or you can order ahead of time online! There were so many options. I'd like to come back and taste try them all.

When my partner and I first did the tasting with Fe Caphe, we knew right then and there that we…read morewanted their drinks at our event. The lychee jasmine tea with 75% sugar was the perfect amount of tea-y ness and sweetness and refreshing for the summer heat, along with the Vietnamese coffee, which was strong and creamy. Our guests were so excited to see the drinks being made and my biggest regret was actually not ordering more Vietnamese coffee since that was the first drink to go. Everything was perfection, from their set-up, to the service, and of course, the delicious drinks. Best of all, any leftover drinks made great party favors. If you're thinking about getting drinks catered, I can't recommend Fe enough! Thank you Hoang for making the experience so memorable!