Like it. The tea isn't too sweet - it's exactly my kind. Their store is really cozy and bright,…read morewith people chatting with friends inside. It's a great place to relax and grab some bubble tea.

Love this place so much!…read more I've been to the Cerritos location many times so I figured I'd try the Santa Ana location. There's more seating at this location which is nice! Three tables and a bench. I ordered the Roasted Oolong Latte with Grass Jelly for 7.25, and I finished it in literally 10 minutes. The prices are really good if you don't get toppings too! 50% sweetness was perfect for me, and I like how they have descriptions under each of the teas on the menu. Next time I definitely want to try one of their frappes with purple rice. They also have many season drinks including an Earl Grey Cheesecake Latte! Parking is in a small plaza and it's a 30 minute maximum, so definitely plan to grab and go! Quite close to OCMA and South Coast as well.

It's honestly been hard to find a solid boba spot, so I was really happy when I stumbled across…read morethis place. It's a cute little boba station inside a shop that has a bunch of other food options, which makes the whole vibe really fun and lively. Ordering is super easy since you just place it on the screen to the left, and they're quick about making your drink. I ordered the dirty matcha latte with boba and was genuinely surprised by how good it was . It was super creamy, smooth, and not overpowering at all. I ended up loving it way more than I expected. My husband got the banana nut with boba, and it was spot on. It had a great balance and actually tasted like banana bread, not artificial or overly sweet. Everything tasted well made and thoughtful, and you can tell they care about quality. I'd definitely come back here and try more drinks next time.

Located in the Santa Ana 4th street market, which is an indoor food court/market. Loose Leaf Boba…read moreCo offers some unique boba drink combinations with quality ingredients and drinks made fresh upon order. I am hoping to come back more to try! PARKING: There is a parking structure nearby with 2 hrs free parking on the weekend! I think there is a fee on the weekdays, not sure. Metered street parking options as well. THAI HARD: Comes with House Thai Milk Tea with Vietnamese Iced Coffee. (Contains Condensed Milk - Dairy). My husband got this with grass jelly and it was good, but definitely on the very strong side and will definitely jolt you with some energy haha! STRAWBERRY MATCHA LATTE: I got this with boba and it came out exactly how I expected. Would get this again.

i come here all the time to study and grab a snack! drinks/food are good, staff is nice, its clean,…read moreand theyre open late for any crammers or night owls out there. i rlly like the floor table setup also. it can be hard to find parking or an open table, but i still manage most times. today i tried the miso crunch salad ($14) and i rlly enjoyed it. im leaving 5 stars bc of all my good sessions here, but my favorite fries are different now. this quality isnt worth the $9 imo.. is this a permanent change? i often come just for them, so please bring the old ones back!

Plaza is a bit small so parking could be tough at peak hours. First thing I noticed coming in is…read morethe layout which I absolutely love. There is seating outside the main entrance and two seating areas within. There's a tatami-like area where you take off your shoes to sit down, could be a bit smelly though at times with lots of people. I see lots of people studying or working. This was a great place to catch up with friends and to just hangout. You order on a kiosk and they will call your order when it's ready. I got the combo with the popcorn chicken and milk tea. Loved the popcorn chicken it was crispy and flavorful although a bit pricey. The milk tea tasted like a classic milk tea and a bit on the roasted side. I wasn't aware that it came with grass jelly already and was pleasantly surprised.

My review here is long overdue. I've been here quite a few times over the years and each time we…read morereally enjoyed it. My bf loves the coffee here. Anything of their espresso drinks either hot or cold has always turned out yummy, according to him. I'm more of a matcha person since my stomach issues years ago so as a matcha snob, I can say their matcha is strong here but the only down side is they only have almond milk as their alternative to dairy. And, I think they make the almond milk in-house, aka fresh, so there is no hint of sweetness at all. If you know, almond milk does alternate the flavor of your drink so I did not like the iced matcha almond milk I had very much. I would get their default matcha, it's perfect. One thing that deserves a huge shout out here is the avocado toast!! OH EM GEE! It's one of the best we've ever had! Each toast is on a thick sourdough, packed with tons and tons of smashed avocado, with asiago cheese and pancetta (fancy bacon), and lemon. AND, you need to add their soft boiled egg. It's perfection! Highly Rec!!!!

I honestly had a little bit of a cultural shock--in the best way!…read more As someone who absolutely loves matcha and coffee, I was surprised that I had never heard of this place before. It has such a unique vibe. It's located around Downtown Santa Ana, and the sign isn't very big, so it can be a little hard to find. Honestly, I'm glad I came with my friends because if I had come by myself, I probably would have missed it and gone home. The atmosphere is definitely different from your typical Orange County coffee shop. I heard the owners are from New York, and I think you can feel that influence. It has a very urban, sophisticated feel, but at the same time, there's something warm yet slightly cool and edgy about the space. It's hard to explain, but it has a personality of its own. The coffee bar is completely open, so you can watch the baristas make your drink and see every little movement they make. I wanted to try so many things on the menu, but I had already had two cups of coffee that day, so I decided to go with matcha instead. What really impressed me was how detailed they were when taking my order. They asked about the sweetness level, syrup options, type of milk, and even the type of cup I wanted. Since I was staying to enjoy my drink there, they served my matcha in a beautiful glass. And watching them make the matcha right in front of me was such a treat. It wasn't just some sweet matcha powder mixed with milk. You could really taste the quality of the matcha, and the drink was clean, smooth, and delicious. Santa Ana is a little far from my home, so I don't come here very often. But this place made me want to come back someday, take my time, and just enjoy a cup of matcha without rushing. Definitely a place with its own character. Would I come back? 100% YES.

Always stop by this quaint little shop in Garden Grove for my not-too-sweet indulgences, from a…read moresimple milk tea to the Miraku-rous creations the staff puts together on demand. The staff is welcoming and patient, and ensure to make all the adjustments and add-ons your heart desires, and the drink will be out in a jiffy! Can't wait to return here again soon!

I'm so glad I stopped by here before leaving OC! We actually tried coming on the weekend, but the…read moreline was out the door and we weren't wanting to wait. Today there seemed to be only one staff member taking orders and making the drinks, but she was very efficient. The cafe is so cute, and the drinks were amazing. I really enjoyed the mirakuru double matcha. I asked for less sweetness and less ice, and it was perfect. The crispy flakes on the top were the perfect addition. The fruity mango matcha latte was good as well and we enjoyed the matcha coco refresher. They do get busy so plan accordingly and be considerate to staff as they're working hard!

My favorite tea spot. No other tea spot has made me change my mind. This place e is not my favorite…read morebecause of the vibes, aesthetics, or price. It's my favorite because of the flavor and organic ingredients. I wish they had more locations.

It's been a while! I used to come here quite often for the Trinity tea latte and Mountain Rock tea…read morelatte. This time I ordered the usual- a Mountain Rock tea latte. Although it's been some time, I remember the tea being stronger...? It still tastes good though! Just a bit watery than what I remember. Service is pretty fast. Orders are usually taken on a kiosk because workers are in the back preparing drinks. The front seating area is spacious and clean, and the ambiance is nice and peaceful. The AC blasting away was really nice today, too!

10/10 Bangkok Thai Tea Frappe - This ish is BUSSIN. I wanted a frappe, so that's exactly what I…read moregot. I did ask for an extra thick consistency and requested more ice and blended longer, so the ice actually blends right. I knowww I'm picky but I cannot stand ordering frappes and they come out thin and sad. I need that consistency thick af. They absolutely nailed it. It's honestly the best Thai tea drink I've ever had. I cannot wait to come back and try their frappe with Oreos next time. Cost - $7.95 before taxes.

I saw Eastern Tales Thai Tea on Instagram and had to check it out since Thai tea is always my go-to…read moreflavor at boba shops. The place itself is really cute, with bar seating and cozy wooden tables. We tried a few things: the Thai Tea & Cookie Flight, Taro Mochi Cookie, Panda Cookie, Thai Breeze, and the Biscoff Coffee Frap. The Thai Tea & Cookie Flight was really fun and unique. The pairings were: -Pocket Thai Tea + Thai ice cream -Lemon Thai Tea + Matcha brownie -Thai Breeze + Chocolate brownie -Bangkok Thai Tea + Thai brownie I never realized there were different types of Thai tea before this visit! They had Phuket Thai Tea and Bangkok Thai Tea, and they actually tasted very different. The Phuket Thai Tea was rich with a strong tea flavor, almost coffee-like. The Bangkok Thai Tea was smoother and milkier, which felt more like the classic Thai tea. My top pick was definitely the Phuket Thai Tea because I loved the bold tea flavor!!! The cookies were super fresh, soft, and chewy, and the drinks like the Lemon Thai Tea and Thai Breeze were really refreshing. The staff were very friendly and the service was quick!

Delicious drinks! The coffee is strong and the matcha was tasty. On the weekends there is a little…read morebit of a wait. We got the Phin Corn Coffee and a double matcha. Would recommend both of them!

I had high expectations based off of the many positive yelp reviews but unfortunately after my…read moreexperience at the Santa Ana location, I will not be returning. ++ Highlights included the friendly staff and pretty interior-- an environment I would enjoy studying in. However, the cons overwhelmingly outweighed the pros :,( I was FIRST in line and ordered ONE drink: a vanilla marble espresso with no foam. I waited 20ish minutes for my drink while 4 orders behind me (all 2+ drinks) came out before mine. I waited for a while without saying anything as I'm also a barista and know that patience and kindness from customers goes a long way, especially giving them grace as they had just opened, but consistently taking new orders while not prioritizing the first customer after 20 minutes is just ridiculous. I asked one of the baristas if she could check on my order and she said that the espresso machine takes a long time to start pulling good shots-- shouldn't this be a problem that's solved before you open? After I asked, my drink came out immediately so I don't know if there was a lack of communication with the other baristas or if they just forgot about my drink. Additionally, another barista was putting out furniture when there was a line and only 1 barista behind the bar-- again, shouldn't this be done before you open? The drink itself was okay, something I'd drink again if I had to, but I wouldn't go out of my way to spend $6.50 for it. 6/10. Hopefully this experience isn't shared and I would give Trung Nguyen Coffee a try but personally, it's not for me. Efficiency and communication is a must. I ended up being late to school even though I came exactly at 7 and school is 10 minutes away.

Highly recommend if you are in the area. I stopped by randomly, as I was picking up tacos next…read moredoor. T on ice is a cute drink place with dessert, boba, coffee and random snacks. If a boba shop has vietnamese coffee there, I'm trying it. T on ice's cali express was delicious and strong. I also bought their recess cheesecake to share with my family. I would definitely come back.

My boyfriend and I found this place on the Fourth of July while looking for a boba spot, and I'm so…read moreglad we did! I ordered the blended ube and taro drink with brown sugar boba, and it was absolutely delicious. The combination of ube and taro was perfect, and the sweetness was just right--not too much, not too little. The owners were incredibly welcoming and made us feel right at home. Their friendly service made the experience even better. I've already been back a couple of times since my first visit (lol), and I definitely recommend stopping by if you're looking for great boba!

I've had my eye on Morning Lavendar for a while as I was particularly drawn to the their afternoon…read moretea experience. I could hold off no longer and had to visit this charming boutique with cascading blush and ivory. A breathtaking floral wall welcomes you inside and invites you to take a seat. As you enter, greetings from staff echo from the counter. Do you check out the shop or grab a drink and browse? Whatever you do, do not skip the banana cold foam on your drink if you love banana! The hospitality here is evident the moment you walk in. Staff were ready to take our order, answer questions and even checked to see if our drinks were to our liking. Think fashionable design meets European charm for the interior atmosphere, right down to the plates. Morning Lavender offers table seating as well as booths and can accommodate large parties for events. Now for the good stuff- let's talk an Iced Mocha with extra chocolate and an Iced Chai Tea Latte with Banana Cream Foam. The Mocha with extra chocolate was indulgent and velvety with the espresso seamlessly intertwined. A decadent treat to enjoy as the morning started to warm up into the afternoon. Just a suggestion for those who enjoy the richer side of coffee and espresso. A dash of a bit more cream would've added that refined richness. The star of the morning was definitely the Iced Chia Tea Latte with Banana Cream Foam. The description of cold cream hardly captures and embodies what this Banana Cold Foam really is. Think lusciously thick banana smoothie topping off your drink. Impossibly creamy and bursting with ripe banana. Crowning the drink sat a slice of banana bathed on one side in a caramelized sauce similar to crème brûlée. Crunchy peanuts generously scattered on top, making an irresistible contrast in texture. This drink was truly an exceptional culinary experience. I will be back again and again for the Banana Cold Foam.

Updating my review after returning today for the first time in years. We brought our two kids in…read morefor the Tea for Tots event with Rumi. The event itself was great. Rumi was wonderful with the kids, the snacks were cute (albeit pretty limited for the price--a small tea sandwich, a small cupcake, some cinnamon goldfish), they had a little dance session, and then did photos. Overall a cute experience for the kids. That said, I got a lavender latte and it was difficult to finish. The foam was like a salted caramel, which clashed with the lavender's liquid portion of the drink. There were a lot of lavender petals on top, which looked nice, but were bitter to taste. The latte portion actually tasted ok after I grabbed a straw so that I could drink it without the foam, but the foam and toppings just really threw the drink off. For $7, I expect harmonious flavors as well as an aesthetic look. I'd definitely bring my kid back for another Tots event, but I'd not get the lavender latte again.