Vibe: Quick, friendly, and consistently delicious. Cooks…read moreCoffee has a fantastic menu, and honestly, everything on it is absolute gold. Whether you're grabbing a quick morning pick-me-up or settling in for a treat, you really can't go wrong with whatever you choose. Beyond the food and drinks, the service was exceptionally quick and communicative. The team keeps things running smoothly without missing a beat, making the whole experience seamless from the moment you walk up. Highly recommend ordering if you haven't yet!

Cooks Coffee is hands down one of the best mobile coffee experiences I've had in SoCal. Their…read moredrinks are thoughtfully curated with unique flavors, house made syrups and creams that I haven't tried anywhere else. I recently had the chance to indulge in their offerings again just a few weeks ago and they kept me powered for my shift all night. I highly recommend them for events and if you have the chance to see them, give their Knafeh latte a try. You won't be disappointed! I also love that they offer bottled lattes to take home so you can enjoy them during the work week! Some of my favorites are their Churro latte and vanilla cardamom. The owners are always super sweet and professional, and their aesthetic really elevates the experience at the events I've been too! Solid 10/10!

Food & Drinks: 4.5/5 I've visited twice so far. On my first…read morevisit, I ordered a breakfast bowl and Strawberry Matcha Latte. The breakfast bowl was pretty filling for an early morning meal, and the Strawberry Matcha had a good balance of flavors. On my second visit, I tried the Monastery Latte with oat milk. It had subtle notes of locally sourced Ramakrishna honey and house-made lavender syrup. The oat milk may have lightened the flavors a bit, but it was still a satisfying drink for a cold morning. I'd come back and try it iced next time to see how the flavors compare. Overall, I've enjoyed both visits and would come back to explore more of the food and drink menu. Location & Parking: 5/5 The café is located in a large shopping plaza with plenty of parking. The lot was pretty empty during my morning visits, although I can't speak for how busy it gets in the afternoon or evening. Ambiance: 5/5 The café has a homey and inviting atmosphere that really fits the idea of a "third place." It's a great spot to relax and catch up with someone or settle in and get some work done. Overall: 5/5 A cozy neighborhood coffee shop that I can see myself coming back to. I've had a good experience both times and still have plenty of other menu items I want to try.

MASSIVE breakfast burrito! And the green salsa was SUPER fresh!…read more And if in need of a pick-me-up, the coffee will provide a "3rd" wind. Can't recommend 3rd Place Coffee ENOUGH! I definitely rank it 1st place in my book.

Tried a new coffee shop! Loved the vibe, very quiet, and have a lot of tables to study. Also a few…read morecard games as well. We got the banana matcha & double matcha, i definitely recommend the double matcha, it's rly rly yummy and flavorful, not watery AT ALL.

I didn't look at the actual interior / exterior beforehand, just the drinks and I was soo confused…read morewhen I pulled into the parking lot!! BUT there's a lotttt of parking because it's sort of like a business / industrial area (might not be the best way to describe it) In this space, Sabr shares a space with another spot called BK Grill which is pretty interesting. Everything on Sabr's menu caught my eye, so I had to ask for a rec. They told me that the CTM (cinnamon toast matcha) is really popular so I got that! I looove that they put a handful of CTC at the top, extra sweet treat!! There's a lot of seating and some outlets against the wall, but I would suggest that you bring a portable charger as well. I went on a Sunday and it was the perfect, quiet environment to read!

Philz! If you watch the show Silicon Valley and remember the episode where the computer engineers…read morewould work for a company based on what coffee they serve. Yes, Philz and Blue Bottle are a real thing. Philz in Aliso Viejo is perfect since it's near my gym and more convenient than the Costa Mesa location. Please please open a location in Irvine. I am not trying to over hype Philz but this coffee shop is my happiness in a cup. Every sip reminds me of the bay area and gives me super powers like I can program a new video game or launch a tech start up. I don't work in tech anymore but the magic is still there. My go to are the Mint Mojito and Philtered Soul lightly sweetness. I usually get the drinks cold but sometimes I like it hot like me. Philz is not your average coffee. Unlike the overpriced milk shake with a shot of coffee and a green hair logo, Philz has actually baristas that make customized coffee. By customized coffee, I don't me colors and sugary syrups. I am talking about pour over coffee that can be made hot or cold. These mystical baristas are like bartenders of coffee. I love how every barista will ask you how the drink taste and let me know if you like it. The answer is always yes, but I have had bad orders at other coffee shops and it usually not worth the hassle to make adjustments. One thing that might improve the in person experience could be the addition using a dine in coffee mug. I feel like Philz is always a take out transaction and I get it we are busy people changing the world, but having a better in person experience for people looking to just lounge would elevate the experience. I get it some people will think this place is all hype or expensive. Well that's on you. I am going to enjoy my coffee treat. I would recommend giving Philz a try if you are looking for a new coffee experience. Also, ordering drinks and food from the Philz app is super convenient.

Philz Coffee is always a good option for a solid drink! Was happy to see this location just around…read morethe corner from where I was staying in Aliso Viejo. This shop is located in the commons within the common plaza next to a boba shop and near the climbing wall. In front of the coffee shop is a very large parking lot but can be quite busy. . This coffee shop is amazing as the drinks are made to the individual person. Design to your sweetness, strength and other preference. I fancy going here for my Chai where I can get a solid non syrup made one with the proper amount of hone and cream. And for good measures a mint in thrown into the drink. If you are looking for some more unique drinks, there is also plenty to be had at this shop. This is a good location as the shop is larger than most. Good amount of seating inside and out. Plus great art work to catch your eye. Note the shop is not fast as drinks are custom made. And the shop is not cheap, as a cup of coffee can set you back by 5 dollars. What I can tell you is that you'll receive a solid drinlk

First impressions walking in, I immediately fell in love. It's so cozy and aesthetic! I was greeted…read moreimmediately by Shayla and she helped me with my order. She was so sweet! She made my rose matcha latte and brought it out to me swiftly and just at the right temperature. And I know I'll sound like I'm gloating and biased saying this but it's the BEST matcha I've had considering I'm not a huge fan of Matcha. It was probably because I never had some as good as this. They offered us some treats on the house since they were close to closing and overall it was a great experience! 10/10 would recommend. Please stop by if you're in the area!!! - Kritti

The pastries are delicious, the lemonade is really good, the ambiance is very chill and comfy, and…read morethe service is speedy and friendly. We come here as often as we can when we're in the area

I stopped here for a midday pick-me-up on a hot summer day. Although this shop has coffee in its…read morename, it actually has quite a variety of matcha and tea based drinks too! I ordered an iced sea salt jasmine tea (large). I ordered through their website on my way there. When I went in to pick it up, the jasmine tea was waiting in the fridge for me and they topped it with the sea salt foam right before they handed it over, so that the foam would be nice and fresh. Once they add the foam it starts slowly blending with the tea, so I think it's nice that they make it fresh like that. I ordered 25% sweet tea, and it was just right. Honestly I bet even unsweetened would have been good too. The jasmine tea has a very strong floral taste, more so than other jasmine teas I've had at other places, which I think offsets some of the need for sweetness, and the sea salt foam was actually quite sweet as well. It was sweeter foam than 85C Bakery, which is my other go-to place. I enjoyed my drink and I thought the amount of foam they put on top was great (I like a lot of foam). The coffee/tea shop itself seems pretty nice. Although I didn't stay or order food, they do have a nice seating area where I saw a lot of people on their computers, and they have food items on their menu too.

To be honest, I was disappointed with my drinks. I had been seeing this place online and was…read moreexcited to try it, but the matcha tasted diluted and watered down. My friends also mentioned that the quality of the drinks has gone down since their last visit. The drinks were not cheap either, which made the experience even more disappointing. Would I go back? Hmm... probably not for a while. The place itself is nice and aesthetically pleasing, and they offer a variety of coffee drinks as well. The staff were friendly, and our drinks came out quickly.

everything i've gotten from here has been very good. today i got the brown sugar boba milk tea with…read moreflan which i highly recommend, though i like to get my drinks 50% sweet since they are so sugary. the service is chill and i like how you can see all the options on the wall next to the kiosks so you don't have to clog up the line deciding what you want ^_^

My son and I love going into this tea shop... not only are the vibes there... With the option to…read moreorder online in advance or at the kiosk when you walk in. Specifically, we enjoy their chicken/drink combo. The chicken can be ordered to different degrees of spice, from not spicy to spicy. I prefer their chicken,as it comes. While my son prefers it with ranch. We both like to pair it with the strawberry tea, (least option of sweet). But make up for it with the strawberry popping Boba.. Every time we have gone in the service has been amazing.

My first time here Dante was so helpful and made me and my friend really good drinks!!! The music…read moreis really good but I mostly will be coming back for the amazing service. Give Dante a raise, he went ABOVE and BEYOND !!!

I had the best looking sandwich at the picnic…read more I visited Kona Loa Coffee last weekend while on the way to my monthly book club picnic. Nothing screams picnic quite like an iced latte and panini pairing. I ordered the chicken pesto panini, apple chai kombucha, and a mushroom iced latte. This latte did loads for my social meter. Giving me the extra pep to talk all things books. The sandwich was stacked with thick pieces of avocado, jalapeños, and sliced chicken. A very filling meal that definitely caught everyone's eye. Would love to return and explore more of their food menu.