Phin Smith is located on Main street in Garden Grove. There's a parking lot in the back and street parking in the front. If you park in the back, be prepared for a bit of a trek as you make your way around all of the buildings that don't have back entrances. Phin Smith is a cozy coffee shop (with free Wi-Fi!!!!) that makes for a great study/work spot. They have a small menu with a nice variety of items, and they do each of them really well. Service is great and everyone that I ran into seemed like they loved working there! There is a bathroom in the back and plenty of comfortable seating for getting work done. Overall, Phin Smith gets a 9/10 from me. No issues, tasty coffee, nice bathroom, and quick Wi-Fi! read more

I had a huge "yikes" moment when I tasted my drink, because I know they'll modify your drink if you don't like it... but my issue was that I didn't like the entire thing, so I didn't want to say anything. I thought the whole thing was gross. NorCal's Phin Cafe is way better, along with the other Vietnamese egg/ube/pandan/etc coffee places that have been hype on social media lately (Phin Smith does not have some of these flavors - they're behind!). - Coconut Coffee The marbling is kind of cute, but the flavor is not potent or good enough. We've had plenty of coconut coffees pop up in NorCal and Phin Smith's coffee was meh. It was just missing creaminess, sweetness, coconut flavor, wasn't too strong on the coffee, and had a little extra water/crushed ice dilution. If rating this itself, it'd be average to below average. We had to add their self-serve simple syrup to make it taste better. We usually don't need to add anything when ordering at various places in NorCal because they actually get it right. - Peach Breeze Disgusting, one of the worst beverages that I've ever consumed in my life. It literally just tasted like someone opened canned peaches and added water to it. I AM NOT EXAGGERATING. I also asked for half ice and a majority of the thing was still large ice cubes. I don't drink coffee, but I'm not sure if I would have liked their other drinks on the menu considering their best selling coffee was barely satisfactory. Other than the subpar drinks, the inside had some sticky spots and could use some cleaning with actual cleaning product. Lots of people seemed to be enjoying themselves on their laptop, and I saw a few people buy their coffee bags. I liked how there was a cute motorbike outside and on the logo. I'll also add an extra star for having reasonable prices, so I didn't feel scammed after drinking this horrible concoction. read more

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Been to Phin Smith so many times over so many years however today's visit was a let down. The only highlight part was the bartender's politeness and friendliness. Ordered: Sea Salt Caramel Latte (he did adjust the sweetness), Peanut Butter Coffee and Peach Breeze. Peach Breeze was the worst because it tasted like there was no tea in it. Like it was just water and syrup. Also had a bad experience with the cashier girl. "Did you order?" "Where are your drinks?" "I need to see your drinks" with a tone and attitude. I've never had that kind of experience here before. Being heavily pregnant I would at least expect a better friendlier conversation. My dad was the one holding the drinks behind me though. From that experience I would not want to come back. There are many different options. read more

Such a tasty latte. I got the Banana Latte w/ oat milk. Service was fast, which was nice. Guess it was perfect timing. Ambiance was just as nice. Lots of seating, including outside. I'll def be back!! read more

Phin Smith - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Every time we're in the area I have to come by here. We don't have anything like this place in Northern California. The menu is definitely expanded but the service and quality never disappoints. You walk in it's a fun vibe everyone's enjoying their coffee and conversation. I got the traditional iced Vietnamese coffee and that's great as usual. My wife got the Phin and tonic. I took a sip while she wasn't looking and it's great. Also got a bag of Matcha powder for our daughter as a Surprise read more

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Fast service and consistent quality. Go on farmers market Sunday weekend and you'll be able to enjoy your latte while enjoying artisanal goods. Tried the seasonal Korean corn Oatmilk latte - the corn milk was good. The cheese foam wasn't as cheesy as expected which I liked and more on the sweeter and creamier side. Great colors and presentation. I've been here before but it's been a hot second so interesting to see the changes to their lids. read more

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The Vietnamese coffee here is seriously strong in the best way. The flavor is bold and you can definitely feel the caffeine, but it is not overly sweet which I really liked. The coffee taste actually comes through instead of being covered up. They also let me try the drink before buying it to make sure I liked it, which I thought was a really nice touch. The ordering process is also a little different since you get your drink first and then line up to pay, but it worked out fine. The place itself is really cute with a nice vibe. There is seating both inside and outside, so it is a good spot to hang out for a bit. read more

Phin Smith - phin smith style house coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Garden Grove, California

I was in the area and I saw that this was one of the highest rated tea shops that offers blended blueberry Matcha so I decided to see what the hype was all about. This has a different type of concept where you order your drink, but you don't pay for it at the time that you order it you order it and then you go to a separate counter once your drink is finished to pay for it. My drink came out to about seven dollars, and I thought it was a nice spin on a traditional classic, but the blueberry Matcha blend was a little overly sweetened for my taste. The blueberry doesn't taste like it's from a natural source, maybe from a syrup. I wouldn't mind returning to try their strawberry matcha blend, which I heard is also a very popular drink. If you go on a Sunday during their farmers market parking will be a little bit tricky, but you can walk the alley viewing some local merchants selling fresh produce, which is nice. read more

Phin Smith - Blueberry matcha blend - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Garden Grove, California

I can't believe this coffee shop was so close by. I used to visit the Mexican restaurant next door often years ago. Nice to be back on Main Street again because these drinks were delicious. Love that you get to taste before buying, kinda like Philz Coffee but better. Banana coffee was so good that I didn't realize it was gone so fast. Blueberry matcha was good, different but still enjoyable. I was able to get my drinks with oat milk, which was nice. Paid around $12 and some change for both. It's pretty roomy inside for studying, working, etc., and there's enough seating on the patio as well. Friendly servers too. read more

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Full warning the ordering process is very chaotic but the flavors and creativity of the menu are so worth it. Great customer service! They offer everyone to try their drink/make adjustments prior to paying but it does create a bit of chaos when checking out. Fair prices, large drink sizes, and very impressed with the quality of flavors. Plenty of seating indoors or outdoors, family friendly, and a must try if in the area! read more

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Came here on a Sunday morning at 10am When we pulled up we stumbled upon a farmers market in this little area First thought was "oh good, probably no parking" *cries* But jokes on us, parking was not an issue I don't know what I was expecting from a coffee shop Phin Smith. They say don't judge a book by its cover but I guess here it's don't judge a book by its title. It was a pretty busy morning. Plenty of tables inside, mostly occupied. I only saw about 3 with their laptops out so I would assume most were there for coffee & conversations. The vibe was cool. Pretty good mix of people. The line moved along just fine. I ordered Cafe Brulee (viet coffee with condensed milk) & my husband ordered the Caphe Sua Da (viet coffee on ice) The barista was super friendly. I didn't catch his name but may his pillow stay cool every night. He asked if we've been before and since we haven't, he offered for us to take a sip after he makes it before we commit. We did take a sip of both drinks. Both of us also spilled some of it on ours shirts. That was user error. Paying was a breeze. They accepted Apple Pay and they also sell merch. I saw shirts & packaged coffee beans. Also coffee crowlers. I've never seen that before and I thought that was pretty cool. Also, I think they were selling Dr. Squatch soap... in front of the baristas? I don't know why but I don't ask questions for things I'm not ready to hear the answers to. Cafe Brulee - delicious. I do think it was super sweet. At first I was getting a mouth full of condensed milk. I eventually decided to think and used a stirrer to fully mix it. It was still a bit too sweet but not to the point where I regretted it. Caphe Sua Da - topped with whip cream (I'm unsure if that's how it came or my husband requested it). He said it's one of the best Vietnamese coffee he's had. My daughter asked for a banana latte but unfortunately I only saw banana coffee on the menu. Overall would return. read more

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This large cute busy cafe is serving some of the Vietnamese coffee in LA and in my opinion this is the best spot for Viet coffee in LA. Their signature drink the Sua Da coffee is the perfect combination of strong, sweet and refreshing. Their coffee with the cream is very much worth the drive from the west side. I will be coming back again, parking was no issue and staff was super nice and very polite in answering questions I had. read more

Phin Smith - Ca Phe Sua Da - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Very nice vibe and ambiance modern cafe. Located in the cutest little down town area of garden grove. Up and coming cafe with coffee and matcha and tea options. Adjustable sweetness levels. Prompt customer service, order your drink and try it before paying for it, amazing! Good WiFi and many seats to work! You'll see fire fighters and students here working or chatting. Next door is a cute cafe for a snack! Overall great vibes and will come back! read more

Phin Smith - Sea salt jasmine tea and a blended matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Phin smith. Due for another review. Vietnamese coffee phin style. This is my fav place to get Vietnamese coffee. It's so good balanced. Good nutty flavor. Phin style adds hazelnut and the foam. So good. FYI it can get busy. And parking may suck at times but worth it. read more

Phin Smith - Phin style Vietnamese coffee. The best - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Phin smith coffee is THE BEST COFFEE EVER. I'm not an expert in coffee but I do know what tastes good and Phin Smith's coffee is simply delicious. It doesn't have bitterness. It's just delightful and smooth. EVERYTHING On the menu is amazing. The only reason it's missing a star is.. the awkwardness after you place your order. You can't pay until all of your order comes out so you're just kind of standing around waiting for them to call your name and take all your drinks to the cashier. Oh and while awkwardly waiting for my drinks, I noticed their decor... LOTS of dust. But I'll still continue to get my coffee here because it's that delicious. read more

been to phin smith several times and their drinks never disappoint. i always like to try something different when i visit, and this time i tried their oahu joe and i was so surprised how much i liked the drink! it's quite sweet, but the flavors in it are really good together. their banana coffee was also good this visit, but they have some really good matches as well. service is always nice and quick and they have several tables for you to enjoy your drinks so it's a great casual spot to hang out or study. read more

Phin Smith - oahu joe (left) and banana coffee (right) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Garden Grove, California

when you come in, you order your drinks first and wait for them to be made before bringing it to the cashier to pay. it felt like a bar with how they made the drinks in the shakers too. I ordered the banana cream matcha, strawberry matcha, and the coconut coffee. when I first sipped both matcha drinks, I had grains of sugar that weren't dissolved. the banana cream tasted like a banana laffy taffy instead of fresh bananas. I thought the strawberry matcha would come with a strawberry purée but it was a strawberry cream which also didn't taste like fresh strawberries. coconut coffee however was strong, refreshing, and the perfect amount of sweetness. best drink out of the three we got. read more

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I love this place and I always stop by here whenever I come home. It's also a bonus that I live done the street! Cinnamonbun Latte (5/5): This is a seasonal drink and became my new favorite drink here! I really recommend this if you love sweet drinks. This drink reminds me the nostalgia of my childhood as it tastes like Cinnabon. Still love this place and will be coming back! read more

Phin Smith - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Pros: Always good and delicious tasting coffees. Ample seating. Lots of parking. Cons: they charge tax for iced drinks, which is odd, since most places don't. They charge for cups of ice, which is a travesty since almost no one else does. read more

One of my favorite coffee shops, i always get the Oahu Joe and it's always consistent with flavor on top of amazing service. I also love that they'll let you taste your drink before you commit to buying. read more

I was a little confused by their ordering system at first, but I quickly realized how effective it is at keeping the line moving and minimizing the wait. When you walk in, you join the line at the bar, where about eight baristas are taking orders and making drinks. Once your drink is ready, you bring it to the cashier to pay. It's simple and efficient. My favorite drink is their coconut coffee. It's the best I've ever had, and I honestly wish I lived closer so I could get it more often. read more

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I heard great things about Phin Smith from a friend so I decided to check them out in the morning. I really like the way you order your drink then pay once you receive it. I ordered the frosted coconut coffee, which at first tasted rather mellow and bitter, but once I mixed it thoroughly it was very refreshing, and I loved the subtle nutty hints of coconut with each sip. If you love Vietnamese coffee, you can't miss this place. +Extra points for the interior decor read more

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Went there recently on a Sunday morning and was not surprised it was super busy. The line was out the door. They do a great job at getting people in and out in a very timely matter. I ordered 14 drinks and a growler ( I think that's what it's called. Where they make your coffee and can it so it can be saved for another day). My wait time was very reasonable. All baristas were nice and helpful. My go to coffee spot when in Garden Grove! read more

Tried the egg coffee today! They have the option of either having a black coffee base or the traditional Vietnamese coffee. It's a very sweet drink so it feels pretty decadent but the coffee flavor is strong. The store was decorated for Christmas already when we went the week of Thanksgiving. Very busy but fast service. read more

Phin Smith - Menu as of 11/23/25 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Garden Grove, California

SO YOM love this place. Really like their peanut butter coffee. This time tried banana peanut butter coffee when we said we liked both flavors. Also liked their Oahu Joe coffee! Very tropical tasting. Lots of seating for studying. What happened to Dzo? It was closed when I last tried to stop by. read more

Phin Smith - Menu 11/23 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Garden Grove, California

February 2026 Food/Pricing - Matcha Latte $6 for a large - they had soy or whole milk as options but I was never asked if I wanted either. Judging from the taste though it seemed like they automatically used soy milk in it. I enjoyed it but would have liked the option of choosing whole milk. District 1 ground coffee $17 - I find it odd when places don't label their coffee grinds with how heavy it is, roast date, expiration date, etc. but it look like a good size so I decided to give it a try. I have a food scale at home so I can see that the bag I picked up was 17.6 oz. Very fair price to me. It's a dark roast and I have not tried it yet but I'm sure it will not disappoint. Service/Ambiance - Interesting setup. You order first and then when your drink is ready grab it and head to the cashier to be charged. Parking - There is street parking and some lots nearby. read more

I first tried this place in vegas. I was hooked. My order usually doesnt change. I love the banana coffee and the banana matcha. Ive also tried the hawaii joe? I believe its called. They've all been 10/10s. The rushes come and go, staff is very friendly and efficient. This location is clean with lots of seating. There is also outdoor seating. I havent found another coffee shop that serves banana coffee that comes close theirs so I will continue to make the drive to Garden Grove from Placentia to grt my fix. read more

Phin Smith - Banana Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Make sure to get the Ca Phe Sua Da (phin style). It's so strong, rich, and smooth. This is the real deal for anyone who loves bold Vietnamese coffee. The blended strawberry matcha is my favorite matcha drink here, and the blended coconut coffee is perfect if you want something a little lighter and less intense. The owner is such a great guy too, super friendly and passionate about what he does. Definitely check out his brewery Dzo right next door. read more

Phin Smith - blended strawberry matcha and ca phe sua da (phin style) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Garden Grove, California

I've been here at least 4 times and they always hit! Cute coffee shop with a good variety of drinks. Service is great , they let you test out the drink before you pay to ensure it is to your liking. My current favorite drink is the ice blend strawberry matcha! I've tried the season Pumpkin Spice Blend and also the Banana Cream Matcha Latte, Peanut Butter Coffee, and the Javacado. All are good!! This is one of our go to spots for anything matcha! read more

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A nice modern and eclectic coffee shop sits on Main Street in Garden Grove, and you must come in and try. Single line funnels onto 3-4 Baristas who are shaking, pouring, and preparing the drinks while they ask you for your order. A friend told me to get the Banana Latte, however I needed a good jolt and settled on their Phin Style Cafe Sua Da. Really flavorful and sweet. Not much more to say on this place, but its worth a shot if you're in the area. Great outdoor seating on the patio that gives that "downtown" feel. I would love to have a cup of coffee here in the winter. Hopefully they'll have their heaters out. Banana Latte, I'm coming for you next! read more

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LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS PLACE!!! food, drinks, service, ambiance is everything here!!! my absolute favorite is the strawberry matcha latte with oat milk! it is sooo refreshing and delicious! definitely recommend! read more

Phin Smith - strawberry matcha latte on the right and blueberry matcha latte on the left - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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I'm a huge fan of peanut butter, so when I discovered that this place had Peanut Butter Coffee on their menu, I couldn't resist trying it. Their ordering process was quite unique compared to most places. You first order your coffee, wait for it to be ready, and then take it to the register to pay. I ordered the Vietnamese Iced Coffee and of course, the Peanut Butter Coffee, both of which I was hoping would be stronger than they were. Despite the lack of bold flavors, I still found the Peanut Butter Coffee to be good. The service was friendly and the modern, festively decorated space was a welcome sight for the upcoming holiday. I will definitely be returning for more of their peanut butter coffee. If you're a fan of peanut butter and coffee, this place is a must-visit! Note: If you can't find street parking in front of the store, there's a small parking lot across the street. read more

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really nice variety of drinks and great customer service. came here with my cousins and i was surprised by all the different drinks we picked. i originally tried to order the korean corn latte but the worker informed me that it was coffee based and i'm not a coffee gal so she helped point me toward the matcha drinks instead. i wanted something more unique than what i've had at other spots so she recommended the melon matcha or blueberry matcha and i went with the melon matcha which is like a cantaloupe flavor. i enjoyed this drink so much, we came back the next day and i ordered it again. it was a nice refreshing flavor and not too sweet. wish i could get it somewhere up in the bay but def something i'd come back for anytime i'm in the area again read more

Phin Smith - vietnamese coffee and melon matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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The ice blended coconut coffee from Phin Smith has me in a CHOKEHOLD. Its so good that Phin Smith is a mandatory stop whenever my sister visits from out of town read more

I haven't been to Phin Smith in a few months but it's still one of my favorite places to get coffee or matcha. I was getting my hair done around the area and decided to stop by to grab some coffee since it was early. Usually my go to there is the melon bar matcha but I noticed they had the banana creme matcha and I had to get it since I'm still in my banana matcha phase lol. Matcha itself is delicious and the banana creme just made it better after every sip. This place is usually busy but the wait/line goes by pretty quick. The staff is always friendly as well! read more

Phin Smith - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Their drinks are the best !! My husband gets their cold brew and I get their chai latte ! We're both obsessed ! We try coffee/ tea places everywhere ! And he said this is the best cold brew he has ever had! He loves the nutty bold flavor . It's pretty how their cold brew is slow steeped for 12 hrs . This place is pretty roomy inside with tons of seating and a lot of customers always there hanging out . A great atmosphere in the heart in garden grove . read more

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Oh em geeeeeee!! By far the best coffee I have had and the best experience I've had at a coffee shop!! My barista was so kind and you get to see them make your coffee right in front of you and taste test it before you pay for your drink. Best coffee and service and the coffee shop was very modern and clean! A bit of a drive from where I live but will definitely have to make the drive because it's so worth it!! Highly highly recommend!! read more

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Coffee flavor combinations were very interesting! Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful with suggesting drinks for me to try. Everyone there encouraged customers to try their drinks to ensure they liked it before leaving and totally on board with re-making the drink if it was not to your liking. Overall a great experience and would return again! read more

Phin Smith - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Garden Grove, California

The flavor of the coffee here is amazing! Every sip was smooth, rich, and honestly some of the best coffee I've had. The staff are also super nice and the service was great. More people seriously need to come try this place -- 10/10 coffee and definitely worth the visit! read more

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I normally don't like drinks with banana because it always tastes like the artificial candy but this drink surprised me! The banana cream tasted EXACTLY like banana cream pudding. So the flavor was still very sweet but it wasn't artificial like banana flavored candy. It was really good but it was strong the point where it overpowered the matcha. I'd be curious to get the coffee version since that might be strong enough to make it more balanced. The service was great! The barista that took care of me answered all my dumb questions and made sure I liked my drink/didnt need adjustments before moving me towards the cashier. read more

Phin Smith - Matcha and banana cream top - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Garden Grove, California