Easily 10 out of 5 stars…read more I've been coming here since they first opened about three years ago and can honestly say this is hands down the best coffee in SoCal. Genuinely surprised I haven't left a review sooner. It's a small, quaint shop with a clean and mellow interior, relaxing jazz playing in the background, and aroma of freshly brewed coffee that always transports me back to Japan. Daisuke and his team greet everyone with such genuine warmth that you immediately feel welcomed. Their hospitality is unmatched, but what keeps me coming back is the consistency. Every drink is made with care, and they're always happy to take the time to explain the differences between their beans, recommend something based on your preferences, and answer any questions without ever making you feel rushed. You can tell they truly care about both their craft and their customers. I usually order the café au lait, and it's the only coffee shop where I'm confident in asking them to make it however they like. Every now and then I'll also pick up a bag of their beans to brew at home, and I highly recommend doing the same. They carefully help you choose from their wide variety, then grind the beans for you or sell them whole if you have your own grinder. Grinding fresh beans takes about 15-20 minutes, so if you're driving from farther away, I'd recommend calling ahead or placing an order through their website for pickup. The quality of the coffee speaks for itself, but what really sets this place apart is the experience. It's rare to find a coffee shop where both the product and the people are this consistently exceptional. Where most coffee shops tend to rush you out I think the difference here is that you genuinely feel welcomed. Wishing Daisuke and the entire team nothing but continued success. They deserve every bit of it. If you're looking for incredible coffee, authentic Japanese hospitality, and a place that genuinely cares about what they serve, do yourself a favor and stop by. You won't regret it.

I had no idea this coffee shop was located in this shopping center. It is two doors down from…read moreOkoyama Kobo and it can be easy to miss. I wanted to buy coffee beans for my espresso machine. I asked the cashier what he would recommend based on my preferences and he came through with an absolute killer recommendation. If you purchase whole beans, they will roast them for you. The process will take 30 minutes, so keep that in mind. You will also have the rest of the beans for 4 to 7 days before being able to use them. You can purchase the beans in three different size bags. Can't wait to go back! As an extra, the staff is very friendly and the coffee shop is super cute.

Laguna Beach, CA…read more I've wanted to try this single origin coffee roaster for quite some time and we finally stopped in For a late afternoon pick me up and boy did it pick us up! We met Ahmed who usually doesn't work at this location who was an absolute gem. Ahmed is so knowledgeable about coffee sourcing and the information he shared was in such a delightful way. He welcomed us and let us know all about the coffee and showed us the most beautiful hospitality, we went with his recommendations and he did not steer us wrong. They are getting in an Ethiopian variety in a few days which sounds like it's going to be really good. I love the minimalist sharp clean Vibe and the coffee and service was fantastic. We tried a cortado and a cold brew their cold brew is a true 24-hour slow drip. I wish I had taken a picture of the unique looking contraption they use to make their cold Brew. We will be back and we are excited to visit their new Costa Mesa, CA location. They also have a location in Marin County, N California.

Surprisingly, the coffee here is pretty good and at reasonable prices! I got the Bananas Foster…read moreLatte and it was pretty solid. Strong espresso flavor mixed with a satisfying banana flavor. Flavorful, but not too sugary which I liked. A great pick me up for the day. I also tried my friend's Guava Basil Matcha Latte and it was solid as well. Not the best matcha I've had, but the guava and basil flavors were unique. These drinks were around $6 with regular whole milk which was a good price! The interior is clean and nice. I saw one outlet, but I'm unsure if they have wifi. For parking, there's spots in the nearby Pavilions parking lot or around it. Overall, a solid spot for coffee drinks in the area.

We stayed nearby for a couple of nights and I had coffee here both mornings. The first morning was…read morebecause it was nearby and the second was because the coffee was really good... AND it was nearby. I had a morning glory muffin both mornings alongside my drip coffee of the day. The people at the counter were different each morning, but both times they greeted everyone and smiled a lot, though not in a creepy way. The place is pretty spacious and clean and it is not noisy like some places -- though, at 6-7am, I guess a lot of people are still waking up! :D They seem to get a lot of local traffic, which is a good sign. My wife took some good photos of the place while I mostly sat and enjoyed my coffee. The location is right near the Mountain Road beach access stairs and I took my coffee on a walk down to the water -- it was high tide, so the ocean was all the way up to the bottom of the steps, but there was a nice view and the ocean spray in the morning was refreshing.

Sunday morning at 10. Staff was nice. Coffee was good but I don't recommend the food…read more It wasn't busy. 3 gals up at counter. 1 guy in back preparing the food alone. 4 breakfast items ordered, 1 order after another & came out at very different times. 2 ordered breakfast burritos & one came out 15 min later. He did keep us updated on status of food & apologized for delay. The poor guy needed some help which he didn't get from front staff. And they were not busy, saw them talking to each other while he was trying hard to keep up. I also had to go to the counter & tell them they were out of paper towels in bathroom. My decaf Americano was wonderful. The breakfast bowl was light on the greens, very heavy on avocado mash. Just ok but only $8. Burritos were not very large but tastes ok when they arrived.

Service was fast even though there was a line when I got there at 8:30 in the morning…read more I ordered the Rose Cardamom Latte. It's a different kind of coffee that I don't usually order but I was curious and I had to try it. I love Rose tea or coffee but I wasn't sure about the cardamom mixed with rose. Peculiar taste and not your ordinary coffee. I also ordered the salmon lox toast with capers on top. I've been so excited to try salmon lox again since I haven't eaten it in a while. It's very delicious and what a great breakfast! I will definitely order it again if I'm in the area. Ambiance is cute, clean and nice. They have big windows that shows what a beautiful day it is outside. Everyone is nice and was even giving compliments to each other.

This is based off of one visit, got a small lavender latte (hot), and as an avid coffee shop hopper…read morewhere I prioritize quality and work capability.... I loved it! Ambience 5/5 Located in the same plaza as sprouts, there is plenty of parking in the parking lot, when you walk in there are a mixture of tables and bar seating/booths along the wall. Grateful for groups of 4 to 5, we're coming here solo or for a coffee date. There are outlets along the front wall, our seating, and the booths on the side to get work done (great plus!). They do play music so noise level is average with the typical coffee shop. Sounds as well. What I really loved was the multitude of sitting areas around the whole coffee shop and also a little play area for toddlers. (Kitchen play) next to the door -- so adorable! Drink 5/5 I got a small lavender latte, it tastes super flavorful, strong lavender flavor, and I asked for a little bit light sweetness (less honey). Sometimes when I get lavender lattes, they have a little bit of bitter aftertaste, but this wasn't the case at all. They also have awesome looking seasonal flavors that I'll have to come back to try sometime. Service 5/5 I know others have had something to say, but everyone was super friendly and you could tell that coworkers got along -- seems like a really good work culture where people become friends :) Overall, I love to this coffee shop. If I lived near the area, I would definitely be a regular, but will certainly keep this as a place to stop by when I'm passing through the area!

Such a great little spot! Highly recommend:)…read more Love the ambiance here, it's super cozy inside! They have a set menu and seasonal menu, I tried the Monkey Business from their seasonal menu and it was great! Really want to come back soon to try the Death By Chocolate, another seasonal menu item. Staff were friendly and this is a great little spot to hang out and enjoy your drink. Will definitely be back!

A cozy coffee shop at the corner of a business strip in an industrial area. Got some seating for…read moreinside and outside. Light music being played in the background. The staff was nice and fast with their services. I ordered the Blackberry Latte which was rich, smooth and creamy.

I ordered the vanilla latte, iced matcha, everything bagel, avocado toast, and a chocolate muffin…read more The avocado toast was fresh and flavorful with a bright lemony finish that made it stand out. The everything bagel was toasted perfectly, and the chocolate muffin was soft, moist, and the perfect sweet treat alongside our drinks. The vanilla latte was smooth and well-balanced, while the iced matcha was refreshing and had a nice matcha flavor without being overly sweet. The café has a welcoming atmosphere and quality ingredients that really shine through in the food and drinks. Definitely a spot I'd come back to when I'm craving a good coffee or matcha run! Highly recommend checking them out if you're in the area

Overall the experience was okay, but it didn't quite blow us away. The service felt pretty rushed…read morethey didn't really greet you or say hello, just asked for your order and waited. They also didn't offer much explanation about their drinks, so if you're not sure what you want, it can feel a little rushed. Inside seating is very limited, which makes sense for the size. The highlights for us Young man offered me a sample of Kombucha: the kombucha was solid, and refreshing. Both the regular latte and the black latte were okay. The blackberry latte was better. One nice bonus is there's a great park just around the corner down the hill with beautiful views. You can grab your drink and drive over to sit and enjoy it there, which is a nice touch. But honestly, it's probably not worth making a special drive for.

Taste really good , strong matcha flavor, perfect measurement of milk and matcha ,staff are…read moreattentive ,great service, tiny place but pretty nice and clean ,highly recommended, we love it , its 5/5

I have had The Spicy Bean Lab on my list for a long time…read moreParking avoidance, my timing just never seemed prime There is an alley that leads to a free compact parking lot I feared getting stuck once I got back there, lol but you don't know untill you give it a shot Honestly, it worked just fine I chatted with worker Gabriel as there wasn't a line They have DoorDash set up, did you know Confession, I have never used DoorDash, so... Anyways, in Laguna Beach, the matcha is reportedly the best Sweetened (half) with agave and oat milk, totally passed the first sip test Pre-stir, you might give a skeptical how Post-stir, you might be like wow The pastry section is small and sweet Large cinnamon roll and muffin type treat I did not see the mochi waffle option, so I might of missed that I think Sorry, I just got a drink Rapport Coffee is nearby too, if you want a croissant to head to the beach Great for a little outdoor fun within reach Overall, glad I had some courage to brave the alley Around this little shop, I hope people rally! xoxo -Op