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    Nook Coffee Bar

    4.7 (15 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Soft opening hours
    Kirstie F.

    Yay so happy to have a nook coffee bar closer to me. I've been to the Costa Mesa and Rancho location multiple times They're doing their soft opening hours currently and I came 1 hour before closing. Not too many people were there and I received my drink very quickly! I tried the matcha coconut which was good but I think I prefer coconut flavor for my coffee. I can't wait to come back to try other drinks

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    Robin J.

    I had a great experience at the Torrance location, so I was looking forward to this new location in La Palma opening! It's the soft opening right now, so they're only open until Tuesday to Saturday from 8 am to 3 pm for now. They're in the plaza behind the Popeyes, so it's a bit hard to see from Valley View. There is parking right in front and fairly easy to find in this lot. For all the hardcore coffee folks, this place has legit coffee. It's not burnt-tasting like Starbucks, and they make all their syrups in house. We ordered a honey lavender latte and a house cold brew. Sometimes cold brews can taste a bit sour and fruity, which I dislike, but the cold brew was easy to drink, and nice and smooth. The honey lavender latte had a nice balanced flavor. Some places make it taste so much like lavender that it masks the coffee, but this had a good ratio of coffee taste with the lavender simply adding to it to make a great latte. The staff were great, from the person who took our order to the barista who made our drink. The store is on the smaller side without any tables/chairs inside. There's a bench to sit on while you wait, but there are a good number of tables outside. They have nice little touches like free dog treats, so they're clearkly pet friendly! Overall, this is a great coffee shop, and I'm so glad they opened in this area! I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu.

    honey oat milk latte
    Sejin C.

    Heard new coffee shop is opened next to my house, I had to check it out since I love coffee and match latte. parking is good, can't say parking lot is huge, but the mall itself is not too busy, so it shouldn't be challenging. Interior is simple and clean, very minimalized which i like, but no table inside so Can't bring my laptop there, there are sittings outside of the cafe, now, most importantly coffee! I ordered honey oat milk latte. coffee taste good and sweetness is perfect for me, If you ask me 'is it outstanding?' I would say 'hmmmm' but Is it good? i would say yes, service is good, no complain about it. If you are coffee lover! try this place out.

    Spanish latte oatmilk less sweetness
    Tamara T.

    I gotta have my coffee every morning and nook does not disappoint! I love getting my flat whites or Spanish lattes here but also have a good selection of tea and lemonade. The baristas here are always welcoming and overall great experience

    Cold brew
    Edgar G.

    Discovered an amazing new spot with exceptional cold brew and matcha drinks. The service is outstanding and the place is impeccably clean. While indoor seating is limited, the generous outdoor seating area more than makes up for it perfect for enjoying your beverage in the fresh air.

    Cara C.

    I've been anticipating their opening! I live nearby and saw a new coffee shop opening, so I've been following to see when they were opening. I was pleasantly surprised when I saw that they were doing a soft opening, so I came by this morning. Very cute decor -- it's defi a grab-and-go type place. Drinks are on the pricier side compared to other spots in the area. Think Flat White, Homeboy, Mono, Haru, etc. I absolutely LOVED my drink though. I got the hot honey oat latte and it was delicious! I wish the size was bigger, especially for the price. Got my husband the Nook Way, which he said was good (he's very picky). Overall, I would be back!

    Spanish latte and hot chocolate

    One of my favorite coffee places!! They have multiple locations and I'm so happy they made one next to home! Spanish latte is the best !!

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    Spanish latte tastes amazing :D everything is so clean and polished. Service is quick and friendly

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    so glad they opened closer to home! they use jetty which I love. service is friendly and the vibes are spectacular

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