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    Elixir Tea Bar

    4.1 (511 reviews)
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    Updated 2 months ago

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    Ice cream, believe it was called Java the Hutt
    Alec N.

    Cute family friendly boba bar next to a sex shop and a vape store. Normally wouldn't give this five stars, but this city needs more whimsy. Decor felt like a comic book store went out of business and was snatched up by a bobarista. Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Gremlins, Ghostbusters, Game of Thrones, it was a blunderbuss of geek culture. Boba was good on presentation but a little watery(I know, it's tea, it's made of water, but usually milk tea has a little more creaminess). Food was not really an option outside of chips and popcorn, though they did have a beef stew which might be worth a look at a future date. Ice cream was generous and tasty. Service was slow but friendly. Atmosphere was welcoming. Overall a nice spot that I'm glad I visited. Looking forward to another trip out.

    Linda C.

    Elixir is a boba speakeasy, no alcohol involved. Finding it is half the experience. You're looking for the adult store called Lovers. Once you've clocked the wall of dildos, you're on the right track. Head up the stairs just to the right of the shop entrance. It's upstairs, near the psychic. I can't help but giggle a little at the irony: a no alcohol boba speakeasy that attracts teens yet requires you to walk past an entire parade of dongs to get there. Once upstairs, you'll spot the entrance. The place is super whimsical with decor that feels like you stepped into another dimension. There's even a hidden room behind a bookshelf. The drinks are fun and definitely on the sweet side. It's a great spot to bring board games or hang out with friends, feeling like you just spawned at the entrance of a dungeon and are about to go fight some bosses except the only loot here is delicious boba. I love that this place exists.

    Ambiance
    Faalavelave S.

    Super cute tea bar that felt like a speakeasy. You have to walk up stairs and it's not something you can just see from the street. The ambiance was fantastic and magical. They said if you dress up themed they give a discount which is fun. It is a small space. We waited in no line and it wasn't crowded at all when we went which was nice. Our server was in character the whole time. This would have been a five star if the drink quality matched the ambiance, service and price. You are paying for the experience but it would have been even better if the drinks were fantastic. They were ok. They looked nice, it was just the taste that was meh. But overall, I think it's fun and worth a try. Great vibes and even the bathroom is cute!

    Unicorn ice-cream!
    Cristian B.

    I was amazed by this place, a hidden gem for all who love epic and fantasy stories, from Dungeons and Dragons to wizards and witches. I am so glad to see the server themed as an elf. I would play a part if I knew how to speak old-fashioned. I will have to learn to order in old-fashioned style someday. The food selection seems slim however, the drinks and sweets are deliciously magical! The place itself could be a sight to admire and awe at as one gets lost in its many items and trinkets, with lights above that create a starry night . It is a must-see, and trying the VIP room it would be great for a birthday or any nerdy Lord of the Rings or D&D fan. Bring your card games and costumes!

    The Stairwell
    Leonard A.

    Welcome to the magical world of Boba on a whole different level. The atmosphere is like Harry Potter hooks up with goth girl and they decorate their love shack together. All kidding aside it's definitely a cool A$$ spot to check out and chill for a bit. So we started off with their Prophecy drink and this eye pleasing delight was a black boba tea latte with a nice touch of cardamom. Our next eye candy drink of choice was the Holy Grail. Ok this is a leveled up tea set with all the smoke and mystery wrapped up and ready to open. So yeah it's flashy tea! LoL. For those who are willing to spend a little extra they do have a secret room available but that's all I can say. Yeah I'm not one of those people that gives spoilers! Service was a little slow or it seemed that way but they did do the job taking us through a cool verbal adventure. And that's all I can say on this take, Peace out...

    Laurel T.

    A hidden speakeasy just for boba (ice cream and a small limited food menu) They are Harry Potter / wizard / fairy themed Check the hours before coming. They are closed certain days and don't open until 1 or later. They also have events on certain days like cosplay ones and etc. They also have a private parking area but they do share it with a bunch of places They have a membership you can buy where you get a bunch of fun perks and discounts. Also, get access to a hidden VIP room Highly recommend taking the wizard test. Yes, you heard that right, the wizard test. I believe it's a 10 dollar add on for each person (I don't want to ruin it, but it literally is a wizard TEST. And then you better pay attention because you will be TESTED) Another yelper bff and I came here. it's very easy to find. Just look for the Lovers adult store, psychic shop signs and purple haze smoke shop. (Yes, I'm not kidding lol) walk up those stairs and you'll start to see some fairy decorations and a huge skeleton Not going to lie, their ice cream list was actually pretty good. They had great names to it as well. But the flavors? 5 stars -GREEN DRAGON - Pistachio -PATRONUS - Coconut & Pineapple -JAVA THE HUTT - Coffee & Chocolate Truffles -MERMAID'S TREASURE - cotton Candy(I had this one since cotton Candy is one of my favorite flavors) -UBE WAN KENOBI - Ube And so on, they had a few other flavors Our waitress was absolutely on point. This girl could have been an award winning actress with how well she did. She played that role like she was born to be a star. And she broke down the menu as well and had an answer to everything (all while talking fairy / wizard lingo) So 10000000 stars for Arrietty. She was dressed as a fairy and another time I saw her she was dressed as Harry Potter theme Arrietty, even prepped us for our wizard test. Which, was it a little embarrassing? Maybe. But guess what? Everyone is here doing the same thing. So do it, no regrets. If you pass you get accepted into a wizard house Tables were also pretty cool. We had a chess table with pieces in the table drawer. They also have a wall with a bunch of games to play with friends. The drinks were actually delicious. I think it was a step above a regular boba place. The drink I got was extremely sweet. Just how I like it My favorite drink of the day was the Draven. (Extremely sweet, and the pics don't do it justice. It had little gold sparkles on top) We also ended up getting a whole tea set of their tea of the day. It came out extremely hot. So we did have to wait about 20 minutes to drink it. It came out with things like honey and etc. And, a whole show with a smoking treasure chest. So if you like regular tea, there's things for you as well instead of a sugar filled boba. It was a great experience and Arrietty couldn't have been a better waitress. (Also 5 stars for the atmosphere. They even play music to go along with the theme) P.S on their yelp it says -veteran owned -Asian owned -LGBTQ owned

    Dragons breath and langareenlivosa
    Yohonna B.

    My boyfriend loves cool cafes so I was so excited to find this place . Walking in the ambience for this place was super cool . It was a mixture of Harry Potter , mystical , lord of the rings . It has every fantasy combination you can think of . We went through the back door and it was super cool . They had free games for you to place with oh was fun as well as free axe throwing . My boyfriend got the dragons breath and I go the Largarden Livosa . My boyfriend's drink was nice and very refreshing . My drink was good as well but it was on the sweeter side . The staff was really nice as well . I enjoyed how they stayed in character which made the experience that much more fun . The nachos were super yummy and the spicy garlic bean sprouts kicked them up to the next notch .

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    Jacqueline T.

    What a wonderful fun thematic experience!! The family thoroughly enjoyed this lovely afternoon drinking and eating yummy beautiful concoctions! Everything tasted so good and there is so much to see and experience. It is NOT a quiet place and it helps if you like thematic experiences. You don't have to dress up, but if you want to then all the merrier for sure!! You can see how much time was spent in creating this beautiful enchanting space in the middle of a crazy world. Well done!!! Psst. They also have a Secret Society that members only can enter a special room with a secret menu! They do a lot of themed events that I can only imagine is filled with lots of fun. Service is fun and engaging and the staff is very knowledgeable!

    Heather M.

    This has been on my bucket list for a very long time. Came in around 7pm on a Sunday evening, it was totally empty besides 2 other groups. The inside was beautiful, service was friendly, and the drinks were a little underwhelming. But the experience and ambiance make up for it. To enter, you go in the Purple Haze and go up the staircase to the right.

    Unicorn grilled cheese
    Kay A.

    Yes this awesome fantasy themed cafe is located above a smoke and sex shop. If they sold alcohol I could totally understand but they don't. Although it's an odd location for a kid friendly cafe I still think it's worth going for the experience with kids and of course without!! The interior is amazing! It's a nerd's dream come true from every book, film, TV show, game, etc. in the fantasy genre. They have various drinks, boba, ice cream and now have a few savory snacks. The reason I didn't give this place 5 stars is because the not all drinks and especially the popcorn is not good. I have been here 3 times so far. They do have a membership and a secret room and menu. I love the concept for adults that want to have fun and not party in the usual "let's get drunk at a bar". They do have a cute wizard test for $10. They have free games. It is a very friendly and chill place to hang out and definitely worth it for the pics!! They also have a small merch shop.

    Connie T.

    Girls' night out!!! It's been way too long, and Elixir was the perfect place to make it happen! Had the best time with my girlfriends - such a fun experience from start to finish. The drinks were delicious, and of course we had to try the most popular one, the Prophecy (so good!). Our waitress was awesome, and we even got a refill with our drink - bonus! The highlight was taking the wizard test and getting to tour the secret room... felt like we unlocked a magic level! Definitely a night to remember!

    Christina M.

    So the Elixir Tea Bar is amazing as far as decorations and being transported to a unique time and place. They have boba drinks and ice cream on the menu, which is interesting, wish there was more to the menu. They have some fun features that you can spend additional money on a do magic tricks for potential access to the private bar behind the book case, but we weren't motivated enough to spend the cash on it. The tea bar had a weird vibe, guy dressed as Freddy Kruger singing karaoke and even though they had ice cream on the menu they were literally out of every single flavor. This place could be so much more, it has really awesome nerdy kitschy potential but it's just all over the place. The movie, video game and character decorations and nods are amazing though, lots of thought went into it.

    Crystol E.

    Every Wizards Favorite Hang out! This hidden gem in Costa Mesa is soo fun and cool. It's like a time capsule to your childhood.. Definitely a lot to see in every corner. The Ambience and vibe is top tier.. Definitely a fun place to hang out and take cute pictures, with that being said expect there to be a wait to come inside... The place is a little hidden when we first arrived we were a little lost because we didn't see a sign right away but as soon as we did it was super easy to find. They have decor at every stop. I'm not a boba girl but my boyfriend did order the dragons breath which he enjoyed. I ordered the Cookie Monster ice cream and it was really good and it came with a color changing spoon to keep the magic alive . Overall a cool spot

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    Is this location wheelchair accessible?

    Unfortunately it is not, we are currently inside an old building on the second floor but we are actively looking for a bigger location to move to soon.

    Do they take reservations?

    No reservations needed :) walk ins only

    Is outside food allowed?

    No, but we will have food on our menu very soon.

    Are there vegan options?

    If you don't get the boba, yes! They offer oat and almond milk in subs in the drinks, though the boba is made with honey

    Hi would it be hard to navigate a stroller during kid hours?

    Yes. It's on the 2nd floor of a smoke shop. I don't recall it have an elevator. It's better without a stroller.

    Do the drinks have milk substitute options? Like almond milk, oat, or soy milk?

    Yes! The base milk they use is lactose free, and the also offer subs with almond and oat milk.

    By any chance will you guys do birthday parties?

    When I was there, the owner told me that they are preparing a special backroom that can be used for parties! It's behind a hidden door in the bookcase heh. I believe he said it would probably be ready in a month or two

    Do we need to book a reservation?

    We didn't when we went a few weeks ago. You have to wait to be seated but the line goes fast since people don't spend a lot of time there

    Is this place kid friendly?

    Yes, the Elixir is kid friendly. My eight year old daughter loved it!

    Have they reopened?

    Was there last week.

    Is this a kid friendly place?

    Yes kids would love it! It's wizard themed and they have sweet treats like boba and ice cream.

    I have a family of 5 if I want to purchase the memebership for $100 can I bring my whole family?

    So, it depends on how many are adults versus kids. The gold membership coin (which I believe is about to be or is sold out) allows one adult and a plus one adult to the secret backroom and parties (and you can bring along your kids!). The silver… 

    Are you open? Heard that you weren't open to the public yet.

    Yes, they are currently open to the public.

    We can't wait for you to reopen! Yelp says that there's an April 1 reopen date. I hope that this will be in South OC, south of Irvine. Irvine has boba tea shops on every corner. Your El Toro location was convenient. MV and LH would be nice?

    Our new Location of our Boba Speakeasy for Elves and Wizards is hidden well at 1779 Newport Blvd., 2nd Floor Costa Mesa, Ca 92627

    Can you take the wand from the drink home?

    No, the wands are for taking pictures only. We will have wands for sale soon. Thanks for asking!

    Are walk in available or do I have to call ahead?

    Walk ins are available but since they blew up before their grand opening it seems like a long wait time. They've taken over the bar space of Woodfire Kabob.

    Is there any sugar free options?

    You can adjust the sweetness for the teas, so you can get one without sugar.

    Can anyone under 21 attend?

    yes! It's open for all ages

    Do you still have an outdoor area? Thanks!

    Yes! There is an outdoor area!

    How do I find out when you officially open?

    I will post on Yelp, IG @ElixirTeaBar, & ElixirTeacraft.com I will also message you here to let you… 

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    3.2 mi
    $$

    I've been obsessed with Biscoff Latte and I feel like In-sīt delivers this. I went to the one in…read moreBuena Park location, so this is my first time at this location. This location is not as busy as Buena Park one which is nice and they have plenty of parking in a plaza. Drink came out pretty fast and South is friendly and nice to accommodate my customs. I love the aesthetic of the place in general with wood color. Can't wait to come back!

    In-sīt is a specialty coffee roaster that is a perfectly good example of a shop that doesn't try to…read morehard with excess marketing and gaudy SEO terms. It's been here a while, which as probably helped, and it doesn't fall into that design trap of being overly minimal or whatever. It's warm and inviting, but at the same time, it's not a place I would consistently stay at for my personal taste. I feel like because it's well-established, that's not a problem. They've got plenty of "fun" drinks, which is what they're known for, to me. I often come by for a banana-based drink, whether it be matcha or coffee. I enjoy how they don't take themselves so seriously for a 3rd wave specialty spot. It's easier to get in and get out without having to feel like you're making a decision that you'll be getting judged for, you know? Anyways, the coffee I had was excellent, and it helped me power through my work day. Is there anything else you need?

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    Coffee Nature

    Coffee Nature

    4.4
    (928 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $

    When arriving, you'll see plenty of seating and even a few comfy hanging chairs. There are tons of…read moresmiles and friendly hellos. They offer a few seasonal items and a standard menu of lattes, teas, etc. Today I ordered the morning melt and the coconut latte. The coconut latte is delish and tastes like summer. The morning melt is also really good. So many flavors from the egg, turkey, and arugula. Next time I'll opt for the sauce on the side and put a little less so it's not so drippy. Still super tasty! Thanks for providing a relaxing vibe :)

    Checked this spot out since I was staying at the hotel nearby…read more.. What a neat little spot! Can almost call it a hidden gem! Despite being relatively close to two major colleges - OCC and UCI - this place wasn't as crowded as you'd imagine it would be. They serve coffee, matcha, breakfast foods like breakfast burritos, protein bowls, avocado toasts - but I didn't pick anything to eat since I already had lunch. I shared with the barista that it was my first time here, and he asked what type of drink I was looking for. I told him something iced and caffeinated - and he mentioned his favorite was the Honey Cinnamon Latte - which I opted for - iced, with oat milk. Total was $8.50 including tip. My iced Honey Cinnamon Latte was yummy, creamy, and fantastic! With the oat milk substitute, it sorta tasted like Cinnamon Toast Crunch in liquid coffee form. It wasn't overly sweet, definitely had a nice kick to it - love this recommendation by the barista! I checked out the rest of the space and used their restroom to wash my hands - it's really a neat space here. Lots of seating. Lots of space. There's an adjacent room that's connected to the cafe called "Flow Space" - which is utilized for small popups and arts & crafts. Neat spot for smaller community members to showcase their wares. Some of the other reviews mentioned no a/c - which had me worried considering we were having a bit of a heatwave lately - but to my pleasant surprise, A/C was on and cold! It was a great escape from the heat. Free wifi - fast enough for a zoom call if you need to hop into one - my speedtest reported download speeds of 17.5MB/s Restroom is clean and well maintained. Plenty of parking - of course, I stopped by a little after 2pm, so already avoiding the tail end of the lunch rush. Only downside is they close kinda early - 4pm - but open up at 7am. Great spot! Will probably be my go-to considering there's ample workspace, plenty of parking, less crowded than other coffee spots in the immediate area. I'm curious to try their matcha the next time I'm here, as well as possibly their breakfast burritos, since photos for that looks delicious.

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    Neat Coffee

    Neat Coffee

    4.4
    (562 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    Quaint and cozy is the word I'd use to describe this shop. It's the perfect place to just sit and…read moreget work done or relax. The drinks were great and I didn't have to wait on them too long. I got a shakerato and a matcha latte and they were both good. You also get a little discount if you're walking, biking, or boarding to the shop and getting something. The only negative I have to say is that I think a cycling club stages from here on the weekend so the parking lot does get busy inside and out. Overall, I'd recommend this place and will return again.

    I've lived in the neighborhood walking distance to Neat for 5 years now and cherish it as a…read morewonderful go-to spot for coffee. This year specifically, I've noticed a couple of things that have made my experience go severely downhill. I've visited about five times, expecting to grab my favorite toast of theirs that I've had for years (Pan Con Tomate) and they have been out consistently back to back of that item. I've literally tried 3 separate times and been told they simply ran out of tomatoes. If it's that inconsistent, I'd hope they'd take it off their menu and post it as a special. But what bothers me the most is that the service is so nonchalant that it comes off as rude. No greeting, smile, positive energy.. giving off a vibe that they'd rather be anywhere else than behind the coffee bar. Sad to see the experience decline as it's been a favorite of mine and somewhere i always have hyped up to friends. Hopefully things pick up.

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    Elixir Tea Bar - bubbletea - Updated August 2026

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