500 stars, if I could. High Tide Coffee officially became…read morepart of my PhD defense victory saga. The night before my dissertation defense, I ordered a 96 oz coffee (joe-to-go) to go with a note saying I was defending my PhD (preemptively apologizing if I looked like a frazzled raccoon and worried anyone on accident while picking up). When I walked in at 7:45 AM (15 min earlier than my pick up time, bc anxiety), the staff immediately complimented my defense outfit -- instant confidence boost -- and when I said I was the person picking up "lots of coffee," they led me to the coffee, already packed and ready :') They all wished me good luck with the warmest, most dazzling smiles. They even included a note that said, "You got this~!" which I kept in front of me during my defense. (see photo) And I passed!!! Also, they gave me half-and-half and oat milk?? In this economy?? Oat milk is basically liquid gold. I felt so loved. So caffeinated. So non-dairy option supported. Usually after defenses, there is leftover coffee that people are trying to give away. But me and High Tide Coffee? No sir. No leftovers. One of my committee members had about 4-5 cups, and I am not exaggerating., (Even in a field that basically runs on coffee, academics are running on caffeine.... and wine, so a room of 12 people, not all drinking coffee, and still finishing 96 oz of coffee is a record.) Thank you, High Tide, for the excellent coffee, the kindness, the emotional support, and the very necessary academic bean juice. I am officially glad I chose you to help caffeinate the most important morning of my PhD. and thank you again for supporting me emotionally and caffeine-induced confidence :)

Super cute coffee shop that's not too far from Doheny State Beach but pretty okay matcha…read more My cousins and I stopped by here while we were camping in Doheny. The vibes were nice, very coastal aesthetic with a decent amount of seating. Pretty diverse menu, prices were that of an indie coffee shop. Cashier was so kind and patient even though I was so indecisive, so I definitely appreciate that! What I ordered: -Lavender Honey Matcha: I got this with oat milk and it tasted like water with sweet lavender flavoring, couldn't really taste the matcha. 2/5 My cousins and I weren't very impressed by the drinks here. We all got matcha so I'm thinking maybe their coffee is better because the place was busy. I probs wouldn't come back, and if I did I'd give the coffee a chance.

Congrats on the grand opening in Laguna Beach! The cold brew was incredible, and Corsa & Coffee and…read moreMorning Car Club absolutely killed it with the cars. The venue couldn't have been better such a great vibe all around.

Great coffee and exceptional service This place is the best…read morecoffee shop around The staff is amazing and the coffee is excellent Will definitely return!!

Found a new great coffee spot. Was down running errands and stopped by. There is quite a few spots…read morein here so it does significantly stand out. But I'll just say it's a must come to. Staff very friendly, service is quick. And the interior is very well done, comfortable, cozy. Decent amount of seating inside and even more right outside covered seating. Great ambiance! Got the iced vanilla latte and brown sugar maple latte. Both were very good. The overall flavor was perfect. Coffee flavor itself was smooth, the vanilla syrup was well made, doesn't have any weird after taste or too strong. Just a nice good flavor! Second drink was the brown sugar maple with a vanilla cold foam. Again same everything for this drink. Delicious and smooth. Definitely recommend to come give hidden house a try. I know I'll be back.

Lovely coffee and lovely atmosphere! We will keep coming back to hidden house, coffee!read more

I've been wanting to try this place after seeing it all over social media. It was such a cute small…read moreplace and loved the theming, but prices are quite high. I got their seasonal specialty latte which had cookie butter and cold foam and added oat milk (+$1) and the drink came out to be over $10 so pretty pricey for just an okay drink. Parking is pretty limited (mostly just street parking) but expected for a beach town. Overall, great vibes, just wish prices weren't so high and parking was easier.

I visited on a weekday around noon. It's located on a side street and there seemed to be plenty of…read morestreet parking, although I had parked a couple blocks away and just happened to stumble upon this place while walking around. The interior is small but architecturally cool, with a tennis theme. There is a tiny patio in the back with a couple of tables and a lattice that provides some shade. I ordered a hot vanilla latte and a Nutella croissant from their pastry case. As is often the case at small coffee shops, there were no available seats at tables as all were taken by remote workers/students with their laptops. They have a narrow counter that was empty, so I ordered "for here" as I really wanted to relax and enjoy the coffee. I sat at the tiled counter and appreciated that my pastry was served on a ceramic plate and latte in a mug. The pastry was fresh with a flaky-crisp exterior and a bountiful amount of Nutella stuffed inside. The vanilla latte was served at immediate drinking temperature and the quality of espresso was excellent with a delectable vanilla under-flavor. Although this is "Happy" Coffee Club, the employees seemed emotionless and filled with ennui. Not welcoming or friendly at all. Once finished, I didn't see a place to return my plate & mug so decided to be nice and bring them to the counter. I was chastised and told that there is a tub on a shelf above the water station for dirty dishware. They also serve beer and wine here, which is probably what one needs to truly be in the Happy Club.

Expresso forward... here it's about the bean. Small menu…read morebut a good one Super nice staff who know and care about their coffee... and knowledgeable No fru fru drinks- simple and delicious. Appreciate the extra attention to creating a pretty latte art. Indoor and outdoor seating

Rapport is a funny place. Priced liked a Michelin nodded restaurant, decorated like a back alley…read more Pros: Yummy taste Latte art Free parking Cons: Took forever 2 options for coffee, 1 for food Pretentious service Bathrooms outside and in the common area Uncomfy seating Vulgar music (it's a vibe but there are children running around) One size- small This is the most hipster place I've ever been to. I love trying new places and little coffee shops but cmon! Looking at pics they used to have a lot of options. There's a Better Buzz across the street if you want a normal experience. Rapport is a okay if you just want a blonde roast latte.

Okay...The Coffee Queen has lost count of how many new coffee shops she has visited...However, this…read moreone located across from the beach in San Clemente was fabulous! I ordered an Oat Milk Latte, extra hot with an extra shot. It was smooth and delicious! The entire staff here were very friendly and helpful. They also have food but this girl just wanted her coffee:) It's not very big inside but they have a few tables and several out front. The view is lovely over here! Will be back the next time I am in the area. *Street parking is metered ~ and that's all I have to say about that...

A recent Yelp Elite Event was held in Carlsbad. I joined other Elites in the trip to San Diego…read moreCounty. We stayed in a hotel and had coffee the next morning in the beautiful City of San Clemente. I enjoy going to the pier and grabbing a drink at Bear Coast Coffee Cafe. It's in a prime location and very popular. My friend, Te-see, treated me to a Vanilla Latte with Oat Milk. It was perfect with a nice mild flavor. The menu includes Americano, Espresso, Cappuccino, Chai Tea, Lemonade, Matcha drinks, and breakfast sandwiches & burritos. They also sell their own brand of roasted coffee beans. You may purchase in person or on their website. I've driven by this spot many times and was glad I finally got to try the Latte. Sincerely, Rosemary

Love this little outdoor coffee stand connect to the Bashams surf shop in the surf ghetto. My son…read morewas getting his haircut across the street. Shout out to Atomic Barber shop! And Sur is my fav coffee in SC and I didn't realize they had a second SC location. I walked up and ordered a cappuccino the way it should be made not with some seed oil oat garbage but with whole milk. I spent the next few minutes in Bashams cruising the surfboard section, drooling. My Capp was ready in a few minute and let me tell you this was a TOP TIER cappuccino! I savored every sip. I live less than a mile away, so I'm excited to come back often. Keep doing it right Sur.

Cool coffee shop connected to a surf shop. The coffee and tea were perfect for the warm day that we…read morewent. The price was reasonable and the service was quick and friendly.

I stopped by Better Buzz Coffee on what was a weirdly hot February afternoon…read more Like... sir??? It's supposed to be coastal-no-thick-sweater weather. Instead, I was out here questioning climate patterns with my dog on the patio. First things first: no iced coffee. None. But. The cold brew? Mild. Non-offensive. Surprisingly nutty (in a good way, *wink wink*). It didn't punch me in the throat with acidity, which I appreciate as someone who wants caffeine, not hostile combat. It's the kind of cold brew that says, "I'm stable. I've been to therapy. I am no longer bitter." Service was friendly and easygoing. No weird vibes. No barista existential dread projected onto me. Just solid, pleasant human interaction. 10/10 for that. Now. The patio. Love that it's dog-friendly. My pup was living her best life, greeting kind patrons. I, however, was trying to pretend I was a productive academic gremlin (with *aesthics*), and the WiFi was... aspirational. Let's just say it builds character. Great for touching grass. Not great for uploading Zoom sessions. (this was on the patio tho, indoors, it might slap harder than.. a correctly timed bass drop) Overall: great little spot. A few things to improve (please give me iced coffee and slightly stronger patio WiFi), but it doesn't detract from the experience or the coffee itself. I'd go back -- especially with my pup -- just maybe not expecting to run a Zoom seminar from the patio. 4 out of 5 caffeinated imposter adults.

This is one of my local favorite places to get a matcha latte. The staff really takes time to learn…read moreyour favorites and preferences. I usually get matchas, yogurt bowls and the ham & cheese croissant are family faves as well. The staff, drinks and food are great. Lately it's been harder for me to order at the drive-thru unless someone is physically outside to take orders. There have been two incidents now where I've sat at the drive thru with no response. I've tried to say hello to see if there's a response and there is none. I think maybe the sensors are in need of maintenance. Please fix it because I've just driven off when this happens. Update: I went back 3/3/26 and sat at the drive thru waiting. Nobody answered so I figured the drive thru is closed. I go inside to order and I asked if the drive thru is closed. The baristas say it's open and "we saw you but we weren't sure if you were waiting to order from us or Hendels (next door ice cream shop)" but then why would I be waiting at better buzz to order from next door?!! then I hear them taking a drive thru order while I'm ordering at the counter. it's confirmed it's not the sensors that aren't picking up my car at the drive thru, I'm just being ignored. Cool. I won't be coming back.

A charming coffee shop located in my favorite area of San Juan Capistrano!…read more The dirty chai was flavorful and a little on the sweeter side, but it was the perfect refreshing drink for a hot day. We also tried the bagel bomb, which was filled with cream cheese and so yummy, especially when heated up. The almond croissant was pretty standard, but the bagel bomb was by far the favorite. The barista was very friendly, and our orders came out quickly despite it being slightly crowded. They had plenty of indoor seating, I would definitely come back for another coffee run!

STICK TO COFFEE. Pistachio latte was good…read moreDO NOT ORDER MATCHA Their matcha is unsweetened. Taste like grass and very bitter. Had to add simple syrup for $1. Its premade matcha in a squeeze bottle.

I love this place and so does my true love. Enough said…read more Really kind service and good quality matcha. Probably my favorite in the area.

Stopped by today and was happy to see there was plenty of parking! The staff were friendly and…read morewelcoming, which made a great first impression. I ordered an iced chai latte with oat milk & was really excited to try it after seeing all the positive reviews and photos. Unfortunately, the iced chai didn't live up to the hype for me. The chia had a very strong spice flavor and the flavoring/ spices seemed to settle at the bottom of the cup. Even after stirring it well, the spices didn't fully blend in and the taste was still overpowering. Overall, the atmosphere and service were great ---- I just wished the chai had worked out better for me!