I love visiting coffee shops whether it's to catch up with a friend or to get a little bit of work done. I've been to almost all of these shops and listed my favorite drink and other information about each shop in the notes.
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Whether you are a coffee aficionado or looking for your next caffeine fix, there's something in this list for everyone :)
Vietnamese coffee must try Location: Garden Grove, OC
If you love Vietnamese coffee, you must try Da Vien. The most popular drink here is their Egg Coffee, which is Vietnamese coffee with an egg foam, like a custard-y cream. They also have a variety of asian flavor additions and drinks like Ube and Pand...
Da Vien Coffee
A sweet treat Location: Garden Grove, CA
Ced is one of the first coffee shops in OC to offer the sweet corn latte, which gained a lot of popularity amongst the Korean coffee shops in LA. It might sound like a weird combination, but don't knock it til you try it! The light corn flavor actual...
CÉD COFFEE & DONUT
Bold and unique Location: Orange, CA
Ape Coffee offers a selection of espresso drinks with thoughtful flavor combinations, like brown sugar cinnamon or honey banana. My personal favorite is their espresso tonic. It is very light and refreshing and a different way to enjoy espresso (heal...
Ape Coffee - Orange, CA
A coffee classic Locations: Tustin & Newport Beach
Kean has been around for a long time and their drinks are like a cup of nostalgia for me. I would frequent this shop a lot when I lived in the area years ago and it's always nice going back. They have a pretty classic coffee menu with some interestin...
Kean Coffee Artisan Roasters - Tustin, CA
Work and study Location: Fullerton, Ca
Little Ox is a great place to study or get some work done. Their coffee is great too and they also have a few matcha options as well!
Little Ox Coffee - Fullerton, CA
A nice surprise Location: Fullerton, CA
This is more of a grab & go situation since the space only has a few small tables if you are lucky enough to snag one. I got their strawberry latte and it was so delicious! I never had a latte like that before but who knew strawberry and espresso...
Coffee Code Espresso Bar - Fullerton, CA
Coffee and a bite Location: Santa Ana, CA
This coffee shop shares a space with a restaurant and is located in the middle of corporate buildings, which can be a bit confusing if it's your first time visiting. But don't let that stop you from visiting because they have unique and tasty lattes!...
Mad Coffee - Santa Ana, CA
Cute and cozy Location: Fullerton, CA
525 looks like a little house on the outside which makes this place so charming. I have tried their strawberry cream top latte, which was amazing. They have indoor and outdoor seating. I went here on a weekend and it wasn't difficult to find a place ...
525 COFFEE CO. - Fullerton, CA
Hip and trendy Location: Costa Mesa, CA
I came here with a friend and we loved the coffee here! It was a bit crowded as it is in a busy plaza but we were able to snag a table. The service was really friendly as they noticed we've been waiting for a table and let us know one opened up. Ther...