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    Re Ca Phe

    4.4 (563 reviews)
    InexpensiveCoffee & Tea
    Closed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    RE CA PHE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Good for working

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    Van D.

    Re Ca Phe specializes in Vietnamese Coffee. "Re" depending on content usually means slow or slowly. I personally see it as a negative growing up. However I imagine the business owners probably has it meaning slow down to enjoy their coffee and take it easy. Not a concept I understand growing up in America. We were in this plaza supporting another business when my boyfriend saw this coffee shop in the corner of the plaza and he was intrigued to come in. I'm down! They have limited seating inside and a small outdoor patio, that they were struggling to set up a TV for during the world cup. It was really crowded and stuffy. My boyfriend ordered the Vietnamese Coffee | 8 oz. ($5) and we were immediately warned it would come in this tiny cup. They were really busy so the drink actually took forever to be ready. That "re re" in action. In a bad way. When we got the drink, the drink itself didn't even fill that tiny cup. I was ready for the small 8 oz. portion but I don't feel like we got the full 8 oz. That tiny cup was mostly ice. Coffee was okay. Strong in a good way to me. Stay away if you don't enjoy strong coffee. The portion size feels insufficient and leaves you wanting another coffee elsewhere. Nice to try but I'm not looking to come back.

    Jessica T.

    After multiple visits, I would say that Re Ca Phe tends to be a hit or miss. I've ordered their Earl Grey Matcha, Hojicha Latte w/ extra Hojicha, Marble Coffee and Blueberry Orange Tea. I would say the best drink I had was their Marble Coffee. But I love the ambience and I can see myself coming back to study! It's relatively quiet in there so it sets the mood. The staff is nice too.

    Earl Grey Matcha
    Jenna F.

    The inside looks cool and the environment is really chill inside. I got the Earl Grey Matcha and it was so delicious! I would recommend if you are in the area to check this place out. Also, service was great! Just fyi this place doesn't accept cash and is card only (the only thing I would change).

    Hanaah F.

    Coffee drinks were good, but the matcha and black sesame drink was just OK. Very heavy oat milk taste... not sure if they made it with the wrong ratios, but I've had better. Clean café though.

    Black Sesame Matcha and Earl Grey Matcha
    Carlo G.

    I was disappointed with the matcha here considering how popular this coffee shop is. I got the Black Sesame Matcha and it was pretty mid. There wasn't much matcha flavor and volume. It was pretty milky. The black sesame flavor was good and nutty. However, I wasn't a fan of the large grainy bits in the drink. The drinks are also on the pricier side, similar to what you would see in LA which doesn't really match the area and other nearby coffee shops. They have indoor and outdoor seating and a bathroom available. For parking, there's a good amount of free parking in the lot. I think this cafe is known more for their coffees and I would get that next time, but I wouldn't recommend their matcha.

    Madi G.

    Ordered blueberry matcha 9/10 And a earl grey matcha 10/10 both with oat milk It was really tasty and not a lot of places do blueberry matcha which is why me and my bf had to give this cafe a try! The plaza has such good options as well. The interior is nice , small and cute and it wasn't that busy when we went but I can see how it can be busy. Definitely coming back to try more of their drinks !

    Black Sesame Latte and Vietnamese Iced Coffee.
    Shirley W.

    Small coffee shop, but love the aesthetic! I wouldn't say it's a great place to study, but it's a nice spot for you to chat with friends here. I ordered the black sesame latte and my bf got the vietnamese coffee. I like how they also 'warn' you about the size, because the size cups are tiny looool The vietnamese coffee especially is very tiny. Despite the size, I know the coffee is gonna hit hard if you're paying for a price of a regular size cup. The coffee is also very dark so you know it's gonna be very strong. I mainly wanted to try the black sesame latte and yep it was pretty good! The cream was veryyy nice and creamy. It definitely is very strong coffee because usually when I have extremely strong coffee, I start to sweat and get a headache, so yes they serve very strong coffee here. Don't let the size fool you. Small but mighty. Something you should also sip than chug. Overall, the coffee is good, but feel like it was just a one time try for me. I do enjoy a bigger size cup cause I feel its more worth it, even if the caffeine hit is as worth, I do enjoy more of the volume and it could be less concentrated. I respect it though! Cashier was nice and friendly.

    Matcha earl grey
    Sandy H.

    Wanted to try a new spot in the area so came here to try their earl grey matcha. The earl grey cream top was tasty and fragrant. The drink itself was decent but I've had better earl grey matcha elsewhere. The price for the drink was quite steep at $8.50. Service was decent. There's some indoor and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

    Wendy H.

    The Americano was good and strong enough to wake me up for work. Matcha latte was ok, not as smooth as I hoped. The staff were nice and friendly. The store is clean and well organized. We will come back to try the rest and chill outside :)

    Kiana L.

    Re Cà Phê is located in a plaza with plenty of parking, which already makes it really convenient. The café itself has both indoor and outdoor seating, and the whole space feels cozy and aesthetic, making it such a nice place to just sit and take in the atmosphere. The workers are really nice and welcoming, which made the experience even better. I tried their Earl Grey Matcha Latte, and it's honestly one of the best I've had. Not many places offer this combination, so whenever I see it on a menu, I have to try it. What I really liked about this one is how well balanced it is. The earl grey is light enough that it doesn't overpower the matcha, so you can actually taste both flavors clearly without one taking over the other. The Hojicha Vanilla Cream Latte was also really good. The cream on top was silky, smooth, and rich, adding a nice layer of sweetness that paired well with the roasted, nutty flavor of the hojicha. It made the drink feel really comforting and well put together.

    Avocado chilli toast
    Jackie C.

    This is my favorite coffee shop in OC. I have been going here during lunch and occassional pick me up in the AM for the past 2 years. I'd say they take specialty coffee shops to next level when it comes to coffee bean profiles and selection. They just added their avocado chilli toast to the menu and it was delicious. The chilli keeps the authenticity of asian influence into the toast with a nice kick. They said its only going to get better and I already thought it was already Amazing. The chase after perfection and flavor is real here. Great coffee. Great toast. Y'all need to check this place out.

    Christopher T.

    Very cute, spacious, clean cut coffee place in FV. Right on the corner upon entrance to the plaza therefore they have corner view of 2 sides and plenty of parking spaces surrounding the place. They do have sidewalk sitting as well as inside seating. Quite nice and cute, very urban vibe. Small menus with some baked goods. Great quality coffee bean so prices are on the high side but if you appreciate a good & fine coffee, it's definitely worth it. Staff is nice and friendly and informed you the type of coffee is going to brew for your drink, which is greatly appreciated. Overall, great place with great vibe and great quality of a fine coffee.

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    Ada W.

    Really enjoyed my visit to Re Ca Phe--such a cute and unique spot. I ordered the black sesame matcha, and it was surprisingly good. I wasn't sure how the combination would work, but the flavors blended really well. The matcha had a nice, slightly bitter note, and the black sesame added a rich, nutty depth. It wasn't overly sweet, which I really appreciated. The shop itself has a cozy and aesthetic vibe, great for hanging out or just enjoying a quiet drink. Overall, a unique drink and a great experience. Definitely worth trying if you like matcha or want something a little different!

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    Just to confirm, is sales tax already included in the menu price?

    Hi there, we don’t charge sales tax for to-go coffee at our shop (it is not required under California rules), so tax is not included!

    Is the matcha powder used purchasable?

    If I'm remembering correctly, I saw that they were selling Rocky's Matcha, the one in the blue tin! Not sure if that's what they use but the tins are on the right hand side on the wall from the cashier

    Do they offer gift cards?

    Yes

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