Cute little coffee shop at excellent location with amazing coffee :) must try…read moreThe cardamom latte was so tasty with real cardamom powder not syrup. Very aromatic. The matcha was super delicious

I got an iced latte and croissant, and my friend got a strawberry matcha. I loved both the latte…read moreand croissant, but the matcha fell short. They use strawberry "discs" that include freeze-dried strawberries and other things, but it doesn't really bring the strawberry flavor. I think using fresh strawberries would make the drink so much better. The baristas are so kind and the space itself is great for studying/working. Parking can be found anywhere on the street, and there may be a lot near the coffee shop. I would definitely come back for a latte!

I told my tall sentient boulder date that I'd meet him after working a bit... little did he know I…read morewould be 12 min away, studying and checking the time to be *fashionably* late. It's ok i can be embarrassing. He wont read this lol Okay but this is what I mean when I say "local coffee shop energy." J.C. Beans is adorable. Not in a corporate "we ordered our personality from a catalog" way. In a real, slightly chaotic, neighbor-knows-your-name way. Small parking lot? Yes. But that just means you've found something worth gatekeeping. Also there are outdoor seating by the street AND the parking lot, in case you want to hide yourself from the rest of the world. (I'm team parking lot, hiding.) The staff? So nice. So friendly. Like genuinely warm humans. They even offered my dog treats without me awkwardly hovering and hinting. Immediate loyalty secured. And the WiFi? Slapped. Hord. Like, I could actually open PDFs, upload things, and pretend I was writing something groundbreaking instead of rearranging paragraphs for 40 minutes. Patio productivity with dog present = elite setup. Coffee was solid, vibes were solid, humans were solid. This is the kind of place you accidentally turn into your personality. Would return. With dog. With laptop.

JC Beans Coffee House *July 22nd, 2026…read more*6am- Wednesday *3 Stars Environment: *Indoor and Outdoor Seating *Small Sized Parking Lot *Drive Through Available *Friendly Server Food/Drinks: *Hot Americano (Small) *Iced Latte (Medium + Oat Milk + Hazelnut Flavor Shot) Stopped by before my sister had to start work to grab some coffee. One thing I really appreciated was that they opened at 5:30 a.m., since many coffee shops in the area don't open until 8-10 a.m. or sometimes even later. The location is right off PCH, making it a convenient stop, although the parking lot is very small and I could see it getting crowded if there were a long drive-through line. We initially parked and walked up to the door thinking we could order inside, but found out that orders are only taken through the drive-through that early. The ordering process was quick, and the barista was friendly and efficient. The drinks were decent overall, with a good coffee flavor, but nothing that really stood out. One thing that surprised me was the cost of the add-ons. My sister changed her milk to oat milk and added a pump of hazelnut, and both were an extra $1 each. The hazelnut flavor tasted good, but the additional charges felt a little steep. Overall, it was a convenient stop with solid coffee, especially if you need something early in the morning, but the pricing for customizations would make me think twice before ordering drinks again.

Needed me a fix , arrived and was already feeling the vibes with the music and the ascetic. I…read moredidn't know what to get but once I was directed to the specialty lattes I ordered the Golden Tropic. Meanwhile waiting , got myself familiar with the place and caught the vibe by the window. This is something expected especially by the beach. I got my drink and nice enough to allow me to help myself to sprinkle some cinnamon on my drink. Super cool. Make me feel like I added my own twist to the drink. Who doesn't like to feel engaged. The drink was good. Drink was smooth especially with the coconut and it paired well not to over powering not to sweet. It' was a good choice. I always ask for specialty lattes because it gives me a better insight on what they're about. Come by ! I recommend it.

I feel like I could just copy and paste this for most coffee shop reviews now - "Fine, but…read moreexpensive..." I have to be honest, I was not impressed with this latte, and I am wondering why everybody raves about it. I got a vanilla latte and added vanilla cold foam as a little treat and somehow it still had a little to no flavor? I think it was $18 or $19 for 2 drinks, that's just crazy to me and it's my own fault, that should have been a warning, but they had a Ube cruffin (and my husband loves ube) and I ordered one without asking the price and imagine my surprise when it was $7! A little more than that I think actually. I get it - it's a pricey area, they're a block from oven views, it's Laguna, I'm too broke to live and exist there but good Lord. All of that aside, it is a very cute shop, very cute merch, and very good vibes with lots of sitting areas. They even had a cute little corner with toys for kids to play with, which I love!

Service was fast even though there was a line when I got there at 8:30 in the morning…read more I ordered the Rose Cardamom Latte. It's a different kind of coffee that I don't usually order but I was curious and I had to try it. I love Rose tea or coffee but I wasn't sure about the cardamom mixed with rose. Peculiar taste and not your ordinary coffee. I also ordered the salmon lox toast with capers on top. I've been so excited to try salmon lox again since I haven't eaten it in a while. It's very delicious and what a great breakfast! I will definitely order it again if I'm in the area. Ambiance is cute, clean and nice. They have big windows that shows what a beautiful day it is outside. Everyone is nice and was even giving compliments to each other.

This is based off of one visit, got a small lavender latte (hot), and as an avid coffee shop hopper…read morewhere I prioritize quality and work capability.... I loved it! Ambience 5/5 Located in the same plaza as sprouts, there is plenty of parking in the parking lot, when you walk in there are a mixture of tables and bar seating/booths along the wall. Grateful for groups of 4 to 5, we're coming here solo or for a coffee date. There are outlets along the front wall, our seating, and the booths on the side to get work done (great plus!). They do play music so noise level is average with the typical coffee shop. Sounds as well. What I really loved was the multitude of sitting areas around the whole coffee shop and also a little play area for toddlers. (Kitchen play) next to the door -- so adorable! Drink 5/5 I got a small lavender latte, it tastes super flavorful, strong lavender flavor, and I asked for a little bit light sweetness (less honey). Sometimes when I get lavender lattes, they have a little bit of bitter aftertaste, but this wasn't the case at all. They also have awesome looking seasonal flavors that I'll have to come back to try sometime. Service 5/5 I know others have had something to say, but everyone was super friendly and you could tell that coworkers got along -- seems like a really good work culture where people become friends :) Overall, I love to this coffee shop. If I lived near the area, I would definitely be a regular, but will certainly keep this as a place to stop by when I'm passing through the area!

Cute coffee shop on Balboa island. Perfect flavor vanilla latte and welcoming staff. Will…read moredefinitely be my go to when I'm in town

TLDR: Cute little shop in Balboa! Small space inside but plenty of outdoor seating with a cute…read morephotobooth & thrift store. They sell traditional & craft lattes with some matcha options. I would say coffee over matcha. Also have a refrigerator with drinks & snacks for sale: kombucha, sparkling drinks, waters, granola bars. + some small pastries. Matcha Island tonic: good flavor, I like the coconut water & very refreshing & milky. Matcha was okay but I'm more used to a stronger matcha flavor. Malted latte: sooo yummy. Not really a coffee person but I love the flavor of this & the cream top is super complimentary. Ume Matcha sweetened with maple syrup + malted cold foam: Tasted good. They said their matcha wasn't sweetened, which is why I added the maple syrup (but it's an extra charge). I love the malted latte so I decided to add the foam on top, which tasted amazing! Hopefully to try again but sweetened with vanilla instead so it's like a Matcha Malted Latte!

Taste really good , strong matcha flavor, perfect measurement of milk and matcha ,staff are…read moreattentive ,great service, tiny place but pretty nice and clean ,highly recommended, we love it , its 5/5

I have had The Spicy Bean Lab on my list for a long time…read moreParking avoidance, my timing just never seemed prime There is an alley that leads to a free compact parking lot I feared getting stuck once I got back there, lol but you don't know untill you give it a shot Honestly, it worked just fine I chatted with worker Gabriel as there wasn't a line They have DoorDash set up, did you know Confession, I have never used DoorDash, so... Anyways, in Laguna Beach, the matcha is reportedly the best Sweetened (half) with agave and oat milk, totally passed the first sip test Pre-stir, you might give a skeptical how Post-stir, you might be like wow The pastry section is small and sweet Large cinnamon roll and muffin type treat I did not see the mochi waffle option, so I might of missed that I think Sorry, I just got a drink Rapport Coffee is nearby too, if you want a croissant to head to the beach Great for a little outdoor fun within reach Overall, glad I had some courage to brave the alley Around this little shop, I hope people rally! xoxo -Op

The ONLY place I have coffee when I'm in Laguna Beach…read more First, the coffee is top notch. They roast the beans on the premises. Second, whatever they do to grind and brew them makes them even better. Third, the food is local and homemade and fresh. Avocado toast, protein breakfast, any of the baked goods and even the vegan options in the case are all delicious. Finally and most importantly the staff make you feel like you belong. Truly a one-a-kind place.

Went here the other day for breakfast and really enjoyed it. The food was delicious, and you could…read moretell the ingredients were high quality. They even had fresh bread being delivered while I was there. The staff was friendly and attentive, and the place was clean and well-kept. There was also a nice view of the ocean from the windows, which added to the experience. The only downside is that it's a bit pricey in my opinion. I paid around $30 for my meal, but I still think it was worth it because you can definitely taste the quality of the ingredients. I would come back again, though next time I might try some of the less expensive menu items.

Located in an industrial area inside a CrossFit gym, this unusual location shouldn't keep locals…read morefrom stopping in and enjoying a good cup of coffee. I was running errands and felt the need for a bit o' espresso. The small parking lot was full but I found a spot on the street. I followed the signs from the parking lot to the inside of CrossFit. Immediately to the left when I entered stood a coffee stand where I was greeted by a charming young woman who took my order - a Madagascar (basically a vanilla bean latte). They have a variety of options on their menu but that was the one that appealed to me. You can sit at one of a couple tables inside and enjoy your brew while gawking at hardbodies working out or sit outside in a small area designated for customers. I was running errands so took it on the road. It had a light vanilla flavor but was very smooth and obviously made from a very good bean roast. If you're in the area, check it out for a different, fun experience from your typical coffee shop.

When I found this place on Google, I said "This place looks like they really care about their…read morecoffee" and boy was I right. Met Melissa, who was super friendly and knowledgeable about the drinks. Ordered the Madagascar (hot, whole milk) and loved the silky mouthfeel and vanilla flavor, which wasn't overpowering. BF ordered an iced Cape Verde w/whole milk. WOW! The lavender and cardamom were delicately balanced. Loved the ice cubes they use (bullet shaped). Immediately adding this on my bookmarks as this will be a definite repeater!