I am sitting out front, enjoying a hot chocolate and the cool ocean breeze in absolute heaven right now. Normally I'd be having one of Tim's great lattes, but it's a low caffeine morning and Tim said he makes a killer hot chocolate, and boy was he right!! So in case you're wondering, yes...Tim is the one making your coffee. And his genuine care for his customers is evident in every little part of his shop. From the incredible, quirky decor to his kind and personable manner to his meticulous care is preparing every cup. Can't recommend Tim is Making Great coffee highly enough!! I am so grateful to have found him! read more

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I have been a resident of San Juan my whole life and I can't believe this is the first time I've been to Tim's! It's really unique inside. You can tell Tim has made it so personable and takes pride in their coffee shop. I ordered the iced dirty chai and made it peanut butter flavor (secret menu). Loved it!! My new favorite coffee shop. read more

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Tim is extremely friendly and very generous, offering add-ins to the iced mocha. Although I took my drink to go, the atmosphere was very welcoming. I loved the Bob Ross memorabilia. I am EXTREMELY picky when it comes to coffee--more specifically, iced mochas--and, on top of all of that, I recently switched to oat milk in an attempt to lower my cholesterol. That said, I prefer the taste of whole milk. With all of that stated, I will absolutely be finishing my drink. Definitely worth trying out & meeting Tim! P.S. He even asked me to try my drink before leaving to ensure it was up to my liking read more

Tim Is Making Great Coffee - Iced Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

We stopped in around 9 AM and was immediately greeted by Tim, great first impression. The inside of the shop is such a vibe. Tons of really cool memorabilia that makes the space feel warm and welcoming. I ordered the Vietnamese coffee and the award-winning breakfast sandwich with bacon, while my husband went with the spam version. We swapped halves so we could try both. Honestly, this sandwich exceeded all expectations. So full of flavor, not greasy at all, and just straight-up delicious. Both the bacon and spam versions were winners, and I'd recommend either without hesitation. The Vietnamese coffee was a nice touch too. A little less sweet than I usually get it, but still really enjoyable. Tim was genuinely kind throughout our whole visit and made the experience even better. This place is absolutely going on our must-stop list every time we're in town visiting family. Thank you for such a great experience Tim! read more

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The food was great and really enjoyed the very exclusive location and good vibe. Mr Tim was very kind and nice. read more

Tim Is Making Great Coffee - Fried Rice, Americano, Dirty Thai - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

A cozy coffee shop located at a business center. Light upbeat music being played in the backgeound. The interior design has a homely feel, it reminds me of cafe's in Hawaii. Tim is very hospitable, and fast with his service. I ordered the Caramel Latte which was pretty good and not too sweet. What I appreciate the most about this place is that it feels like a coffee shop, and not like a Starbucks where lines of people come in and go. The owner and people who come in, stay and have conversations. This creates a good environment and great vibe, and enhances the experience and makes my coffee geeat. I would definitely come back for the hospitality alone. read more

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12/15/25 Decided to try this cute, hidden coffee shop in SJC serving up great cups of Java. Meet Tim, owner extraordinaire, who is a nice guy, personable who indeed makes great coffee. There's a small bench up front of the shop with an umbrella where you may enjoy a quiet time drinking your beverage. Additionally, there are cozy tables, chairs, couch to also offer comfortable seating to the ambiance. It's a nice space to study, catch up or hangout. Tim was engaging, talking with me as he was concocting the hot oat milk latte. It was a peaceful Monday as there was no one else in the shop. Parking is free, shared with other businesses in this plaza Would definitely come by this cafe when visiting SJC. read more

Tim Is Making Great Coffee - 12/15/25 Oat milk latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

Gosh where do I start...first off, this is definitely not the cutesy coffee shop you would want to go to get some coffee and study. Its just not the vibe. It definitely looks like old furniture brought in from their home. Everything is pretty run down. Their menu was nothing fancy so we just got the regular matcha latte. And boy was I disappointed in this...i dont expect high quality matcha but at least presentable. The matcha was not smooth but flaky and it was really bland. Tim offered to add sweetener and it made it worst. It had a really weird taste to it afterwards. When we were leaving, he offered to remake it but it just wasnt it. It doesnt even taste like matcha! The color should've been a red flag already. We also got the breakfast sandwich and boy were we flabbergasted. The menu said it had bacon, hash brown, veggies, eggs, and cheese. But when we got it, he had added chicken to it and my husbands worst nightmare...brussel sprouts. While eating, i bit into a large piece of bone. And the sandwich came on paper plates!!! Sighhh the whole experience just felt like I was at my uncles house. If I wanted something homemade, i wouldve just stayed home and made it myself. Why pay to have below mediocre food and matcha!?! I dont understand the misleading reviews this place has.... read more

Tim Is Making Great Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

Tim really is making great coffee! On the way to Los Angeles from San Diego today, I wanted to take a break from the traffic, use a clean restroom and get a cup of coffee for the road. I clicked "add stop" on my Google maps and it took me to this wonderful place! Tim fixed me the best cup of coffee I have had in forever - a delicious half calf Vietnamese coffee. Traditionally Vietnamese coffee is served with condensed milk. Tim mentioned that there is also some additional milk included in the iced drink and offered me my choice of milks with no up charge. I opted for oat milk, which blended perfectly with the condensed milk at the bottom. The coffee had such a terrific smooth taste. Can't wait to stop by here again! PS - the bathroom has the best scented hand soap! read more

Tim Is Making Great Coffee - Half caff iced Vietnamese coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

Cute little SJC cafe. Owner Tim is friendly so it was fun to chat while waiting for my Dirty Chai, which was yummy. It's refreshing to see a coffee shop not have the giant tablet flipped around asking for tips awkwardly. Just a simple Square payment device to tap and go or cash. Thumbs up! read more

Tim Is Making Great Coffee - Dirty Chai - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

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With a name like, "Tim is Making Great Coffee" one has to wonder if Tim also makes great chai? Good news: Tim does!!! While Tim's chai isn't 100% home brewed it is spicy, warm, and delicious. He uses a unique mix of unsweetened Dona brand chai concentrate and his own loose leaf blend. This allows Tim to customize the flavor of chai for each customer. Want it spicier? No problem! Want it sweeter? No problem! Want more tea flavor? You got it!! There's plenty of comfy nooks to curl up and enjoy your beverage, too, with couches, seats and more. Plus Tim is a sweet, personable host, super friendly, happy to answer any questions you have, and open to customizing drinks to whatever you like. Put this one on the good chai vibes list! read more

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Tim is very nice. I've tried to like this place. That being said, this place is dirty. There are cleaning supplies right next to coffee prep area. I'm pretty sure the health department would have more than one issue with this place. Iced tea is ok. Twice I've ordered a mocha and it's made with some powder that never fully dissolves so the result is a chunky drink. Tim needs a consultant to help him with multiple issues in this coffee shop. read more

Great cup of coffee, served hotter than other venues. A group of my friends get together 4-5x a year at different locations, usually for brunch. We all agreed that the food here was stellar. I ordered fried rice with seven vegetables, spam, and a fried egg on top. Let me tell you it was magnificent. I don't know if you are aware that the best fried rice has crusty rice it. Truly 10/10. My one friend had a sandwich which she had noted was the highest rated on the menu. She said it was delicious. We did have one complaint. My vegetarian friends requested they hold the meat in her meal, and it showed up with bacon which she shoved to the side Tim is Making Great Coffee is a small business, run by the owner. He takes pride in good food and coffee. Check out the website. Dude is a gift to us. read more

A truly bold and flavorful cappuccino which I look for in my signature coffee drink. Tim is making great cappuccino! The quirky decor and ambience of his coffee shop is a fun place to hang around and have a lovely chat. Will definitely come back for another great coffee! read more

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Still the best, finally got back to the place. Brought a guest for the first time and they adored it as well. Got the Vietnamese iced coffee, loved it. Please visit and support a local business! read more

I got a cold brew with sugar-free caramel and sugar-free banana syrup. The cold brew itself had a deep rich flavor and the banana and caramel enhanced it nicely. I'm glad that they offered sugar-free syrup options. My mom got the iced dirty chai latte with oat milk. she enjoyed it. Tim said it was their most popular drink and he recommended it with oat milk. My mom added banana syrup to it. Our experience was exceptional because of the kindness and care of the owner Tim. He served us after closing he showed interest in our lives. he was thorough in making sure we had the best possible experience. they had a restroom for customer use. There was plenty of parking. The portion size was generous. I loved the colored bendy straws. The interior was decorated very cute with lots of Bob Ross memorabilia. There was comfortable seating. Overall, I had an amazing experience, not only because of the great coffee, but because of the above and beyond kindness of the business owner . I would love to come back and review more of his menu items if given the chance! read more

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Well, the name says it all. Tim truly does make great coffee. We came here for breakfast because the place we wanted to go to wasn't opened yet. So, I had no expectations when I walked in. Tim greeted us and we ordered several types of coffee and breakfast items. Tim said the spam rice dish would take a little time since it was being freshly prepared. When he brought out my coffee, I was nearly "shocked " on how good it was. I was expecting just some regular coffee shop. That was a very pleasant surprise. I also had the chocolate croissant and that was good too, When the spam rice dish came out, you can tell everything was very fresh. The other person in my party commented on how tasty it was and said it tasted just as great as it looked. We had a very pleasant conversation with Tim when he wasn't busy with other customers. You can tell he gets his regulars. Well Tim, you can count us being your future regulars. Such a great experience. I want to try the spam rice dish the next time. read more

Solid overall experience. I got the iced Vietnamese coffee and it was good, albeit a bit pricey, which I'm ok with since he's a small business trying to make a living. Tim is super nice and accommodating. Had to ask for extra ice since the coffee came out warm and not iced. Not a big deal as he was attentive and provided it upon request. My buddy got food and said it was very good. He even added extra meat for him without asking. Interior is very eclectic with cool collectibles and memorabilia EVERYWHERE. I'll come by and visit again. Thanks Tim! read more

My husband and I were just taking a break from every day work and life so we decided to meander our way south of L.A.. We were hungry for breakfast and wanted a break from driving with something different from our usual stop. We remembered San Juan Capistrano from years ago when we visited the Mission with children so we chose to stop in there for another visit. We found this little coffee gem and having a son named Tim we stopped in. The first thing we saw was a tv with an amazing view featuring another country that drew us in. It turned out to be a video by The Traveler featured on YouTube. There was no sound just beautiful scenery. The owner, Tim, served us and was very welcoming and cheerful! We ordered an omelette, meat or vegetable. We ordered meat but we're pretty sure we got vegetables and we were very happy because it was very different from the usual vegetable omelettes we've had in the past! It had onion, broccoli, carrots, and lentils for sure, seasoned to perfection (with what, we don't know) and topped with what looked like half an avocado! It also had a green sauce on top in the middle. The sauce was way too spicy for me but my husband liked it and the portion was so big we took some home for our son, who loved it. Being a great lover of fried rice, we also ordered that. You have a choice of bacon, spam, chicken, or tofu, or no meat. It too was spiced differently and I honestly could have eaten all of it myself if my stomach was bigger. We took more than half home with us and enjoyed it just as much as that day. Instead of coffee we ordered London Fog lattes with oat milk. They were fabulous! The place itself while small has a lot to look at with a choice of a small table, a couch or cushy chairs around a big table. I have included photos to show other things of interest. This will be our new stopping point in the future when we travel south on our way to other places we go. read more

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Was driving down from north OC and needed some coffee and found this hidden spot with the best Vietnamese iced coffee. Get there early it was getting busier as I was leaving. Has food items but I couldn't wait....i shall return read more

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its in the name Tim is making great coffee AND chai. fair pricing amazing dirty chai read more

Tim Is Making Great Coffee - the shop!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

I've been meaning to leave this review for some time but it kept slipping my mind. This is one of the best coffee shops I have been to. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. My boyfriend and I drove down on our monthly San Juan trip and decided to try a new spot. I specifically picked this one when I saw someone leave a bad review because of the decor. Dumb. The place itself is cute and homey. Besides, you go to a coffee shop for good coffee, not the decor. I got an iced dirty chai and my partner got the iced Vietnamese, both were so good. The amount was generous, especially for the price. There also wasn't any up charge on alternative milks! The owner himself was so sweet and friendly. If you're from the area or passing through, please do yourself a favor and go to this coffee shop. You won't regret it. read more

If I could give more than five stars, I would! I ordered the Award Winning Breakfast Sandwich, grilled sourdough stacked with a perfectly fried organic egg, melty Tillamook cheddar, crispy hash browns, sautéed mixed veggies, and their special spicy sauce, and it absolutely lived up to its name. I added bacon, and every bite was the perfect balance of crunch, spice, and savory goodness. The sourdough was grilled to perfection and held everything together without getting soggy (a true breakfast sandwich victory). I also tried the Hawaiian Breakfast with Spam, rice, sautéed mixed veggies, fried organic egg, avocado, and special sauce, and wow. Comfort food at its finest. The flavors blended so well together, and everything tasted incredibly fresh and thoughtfully prepared. And let's talk about the dirty chai with peanut butter. Unexpectedly amazing. Creamy, bold, slightly sweet, and totally unique. I'll be thinking about that drink for a while. On top of the incredible food, Tim was an absolute nice guy and truly put out the best of the best. You can tell there's pride behind what comes out of that kitchen. Everything was award winning. I'll definitely be back! read more

Tim is the best! His coffee is great but so is his food. Everything is made with love and attention. The breakfast sandwich is so hearty and filled with vegetables it feels healthy! He remembers his regulars and can accommodate all your dietary needs because everything is made to order. read more

This place was great!!! Good coffee friendly staff(Tim)!!! The breakfast sandwich is a must!!! Great little hole in the wall spot that I will definitely be visiting again. read more

Tim Is Making Great Coffee - Vietnamese Coffees - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

Tim is indeed making great coffee! Not only that, he is making a great breakfast sandwich as well! Also plays some good music inside and he is so friendly and kind. Overall wonderful experience. My peppermint mocha was perfect and the sandwich was jammed packed with layers of flavor! Great place to stop by in the morning. read more

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This was a really good place to stop by. Owner was very nice, knowledgeable, and helpful by asking how we liked our coffee to recommend something we would like. Very personable and was great at making conversation with my boyfriend and I. I would highly recommend! Love supporting small business owners. read more

Tim Is Making Great Coffee - Breakfast sandwich and omelet - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

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I don't usually write reviews, but this place deserves one. No false advertising here. Tim really does make great coffee. The breakfast sandwich was excellent too. Tim was welcoming, helpful, and appears to care very much about the business. It's the kind of small business that makes you want to support it. I'll absolutely be back whenever I'm in the area. Thanks Tim! read more

My gf and I came across this place as we were driving up to LA from SD and we thought this was a great stop! The love and care Tim puts into his business is very obvious and admirable. We really appreciated the personalized interior and service that Tim provides. Felt very homey. My gf ordered an iced dirty chai and she thought it was 10/10. I ordered the cold brew and it was just what i needed for the drive up. We also split the breakfast sandwich. It surprisingly had chicken, but we still enjoyed it nonetheless. The bacon was perfectly crispy for my taste! Overall, we enjoyed everything very much and are happy to support the kind of small business that Tim operates and the atmosphere and service he cultivates for his customers. Thanks Tim! P.s. we love the dog wall read more

This was the absolute worst restaurant experience I've ever had!!! We went here based on the amount of stars and reviews on Yelp Simply unbelievable!!! What an awful mistake!! First the owner gave us unnecessary grief about our extremely well behaved service dog, who goes with us everywhere and is never noticeable He threatened us with complaints to any attending health department officials although we assured him she would never be a problem and had proper paperwork if needed We ordered coffees when we arrived My vanilla latte was heavily sweet but flavorful even though I was given no choice of milk or sweetness level My husbands decaf was bland and no sugar or sweetener was available The owner had the nerve to berate him for asking for any I Ordered a veggie omelette while hubby opted for a breakfast egg, cheese and bacon sandwich We had to wait for over 35 minutes for our food even though only one other customer was waiting for food ((It seemed the man at the counter and cashier was also barista and cook) My omelette looked like he had thrown eggs and veggies haphazardly on my plate, smeared with guacamole in an unappealing pile I actually tasted it and the guacamole was so cold it chilled my teeth My husbands sandwich was not only spicy but was served on rye bread over toasted to the point of being almost burnt on one side , stone hard and not toasted at all on the other side Since the meals were in edible, we quietly got up to leave and was rudely questioned by our cook and barista When we told him our food arrived almost 40 minutes after ordering and were not edible ( while of course our coffees were now ice cold) he became belligerent and rude and yelled at us about how amazing his food was and he couldn't understand why we felt otherwise He yelled at us saying we were awful difficult customers several times even though we spoke in a calm quiet tone telling him we were not difficult, just disappointed and unable to eat what was presented He continued berating us in a loud insulting voice saying "Don't ever come back here again which I assured him was not a problem because we never would return He said I'm not being mean at which point my husband informed him that he was! He begrudgingly agreed to refund our money as we attempted to leave Another couple , waiting to order food took one look at our meal and left with only coffee This is the longest review I have ever written but I wanted to make sure that no one would have to endure such a humiliating, uncomfortable, miserable and unprofessional treatment or experience here I begrudgingly only gave this review 1 star in order to have it posted but this place doesn't deserve any stars!! read more

Tim Is Making Great Coffee - My omelette - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

Tim's is truly one of a kind. As a 90s teen it brings me back to a simpler time. Being in here makes you feel like you're chilling in your room with a few friends over with MTV on in the background and not a care in the world. The kitschy decor, the great taste in music, and the overall vibe instantly lifts your mood and you get a little break from everyday stressors and responsibilities. This alone sets this place apart, but added to that- Tim is so friendly and welcoming! And the icing on the cake-the coffee and the food is the best! Thank you Tim, you are making the world a better place one coffee at a time! read more

Tim Is Making Great Coffee - Best Coffee Ever - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

I finally got to try this place out during my short break before going to another client. The atmosphere felt so homey and just all around good vibes. Tim was very friendly and helped me when I was unsure about what milk alternative to get & what type of protein for my breakfast sandwich. I decided to get an iced dirty chai. Just wow! I am amazed and really enjoyed this drink. Tim asked me how sweet I wanted it and I opted for my drink to be medium sweet which was perfect! I also enjoyed the chocolate bits it had in the bottom which paired nicely with the drink. As for the breakfast sandwich, now this is what a breakfast sandwich should be. Tim found out it was my first time at his shop and asked me to try the sandwich at the store before heading out. I can tell you, this is truly the best breakfast sandwich I've had! The bacon, hasbrowns were crispy and the assorted veggies that were included made the sandwich a burst of flavor. I can't wait to come back for the breakfast sandwich and try a new drink. read more

Tim Is Making Great Coffee - Breakfast Sandwich w/ bacon - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

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Tim recommended their dirty chai with peanut butter, it sounds interesting but it was delicious! Wow! I love peanut butter but not so much a chai person but this was the perfect combo, thanks Tim! will definitely be back for another read more

I am a repeat customer at Tim's and with all of the coffee places in town that says it all. It really is THE BEST. Coffee, food, service and a unique vibe not found often enough these days - hospitality. Tim greets and treats everyone coming in with sincere kindness and respect. That's why I am confused about a review saying he was rude to an elderly couple the other day with a service dog. I was there when they came in and did not hear Tim being anything but respectful to them regarding their very large dog. Not sure why someone would include an inaccurate comment like that in a one star review which included issues with their food unless they were just trying to add to their story. I left before their food was served so I have no comment about that. I've enjoyed everything I've ever had at Tim's and that's why I come back again and again. read more

Coffee with cream - can't believe how good it tastes. Easy access from San Juan. Highly recommend. read more

Tim Is Making Great Coffee - Simply the best coffee I have had in years. Surprising really - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

I had been wanting to try this coffee shop based on the great reviews for a while. Finally this weekend I got to try some delicious coffee drinks. My favorite was the dirty chai latte half sweet. The owner Tim, is super nice. I loved the little lego table that had everything related to coffee. I think it is super nice that Tim takes care of his customers. The service is super fast. If you find yourself close to San Clemente area, it is for sure worthwhile to give this place a try! *** PS: Super close to the freeway too so you can't have an excuse to not grab a coffee for that fun 4 hours drive of yours from OC to SD on a Saturday morning! read more

Tim Is Making Great Coffee - Super cute coffee related legos! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

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Update - the owner of this coffee shop responded to my review to let me know that they have two options, light and dark espresso roast. I am bumping my rating up a star since I appreciate the feedback and advice - this is good customer service. I apparently had the light roast espresso, and I will try the darker one next time since that is likely more to my taste. Original review: The espresso I tried here is the modern, under-roasted tart and sour variety. Not the most extreme I have encountered, but definitely not my speed. YMMV of course, if this sounds like your jam then by all means give it a shot, as it seems like a nice local joint otherwise. read more

Tim indeed makes great coffee! A man who left behind the fast paced, mind bending world of high tech engineering decided coffee wasn't good enpugh and had to make his mark. Great drinks, better atmosphere curated by a cool music and anime lover, what else could you ask for? read more

Tim Is Making Great Coffee - Doraemon Fan! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Juan Capistrano, California

Tucked away in an unassuming corner of San Juan Capistrano, Tim is Making Great Coffee lives up to its name--and then some. Don't let the modest exterior fool you; what awaits inside is a thoughtfully curated menu and a one-of-a-kind experience that's clearly crafted with care. The award-winning sandwich is truly something special: perfectly crisp sourdough layered with a mix of unique, flavorful vegetables, your choice of protein, and golden hashbrowns that bring it all together. It's unlike anything I've ever had--both hearty and refreshingly creative. The coffee? Smooth, bold, and expertly made--just what you'd hope for from a place with this name. This quaint, cozy spot fills up fast, and with good reason. It seems to be a one-man show, so service can take time--but it's all part of the charm. Don't come in a rush. Come ready to relax, soak in the vibe, and support a local gem doing things right. Definitely worth the visit. You'll be telling people about this sandwich for days. read more

If one had the benefit of blindness, they might appreciate the soft jazz piano music upon entry or maybe a cushy leather sofa if they stumbled around long and bumped into it. However, if eyesight is actually your thing, spare yourself the aneurysm and don't step foot in this dumpster fire that would make any interior designer pluck their eyes out. What most resembles some back water junk store with a random Bob Ross shrine, big screen Snoopy's greatest jazz hits, dog wall mural, freakish paintings, and randomly assorted, broken down yard sale furniture (not in a cool way), one might think Tim opted to empty a couple of storage containers possessing your crazy aunt's abandoned garbage when choosing to adorn this hole of a shop. Not a single item made sense in this space, aside from the mid-room serving counter that is permanently affixed to the floor, courtesy of whichever food service previously occupied the building. So if your eyes don't burn out of their sockets while waiting for your drinks (the offerings of which resemble any middle-America donut shop menu), then your fingers will literally burn off upon being handed your cup from the barista. By that I mean, the SLEEVE adorning my cup of chai was SO hot I could not hold it in my hands. Drinking was not going to happen beyond a daring sip, and then it just can tasted like diluted milk with some kind of spice. I think it did at least. My tongue was singed upon contact with the beverage. Further, my wife's matcha was made with what resembled a protein scoop amount of matcha being dumped in the cup and being stirred with a spoon. Really? Perhaps Tim DOES make good coffee. And he seemed personable and friendly enough behind the counter. After taking our order he even told us to make ourselves at home while we waited. But if this were my house, I'd have to burn it to the ground. The eyesore alone made our heads hurt just sitting there. If you even want to sit. I haven't used Yelp in years, but this place compelled me to re-download the app, because it pains me to say that people should know before they go. Tim, my dude, clean your place up, hire a designer or some aging hipster millennial if you need to. Redo your menu and turn down the inferno heating your drinks. I know this all just sounds mean, but I can't fathom the ratings this place has received, which, ironically, is literally why we drove all the way there. Sadly, we could have done far better at Starbucks. And that statement is probably the best review one could give. read more