50 Best Coffee Shops in Costa Mesa

“Went early in the morning for grand opening. Awesome staff and good vibes. Coffee was great too!!“

“This was my first visit here, it came highly recommended. I was warmly welcomed, the barista explained my mocha/syrup/foam/milk options, and my order was ready quickly. The coffee was delicious and the café is such a vibe! I'll definitely be back.“

“Great coffee and chai! My husband and I stopped in while visiting our kids in the area. Adorable place and some of the coffee we have had. He had the Vietnamese Iced Coffee and I had an iced dirty chai. We loved them both. We will be back any time we are in town!“

“Best oat milk chagachuga - thank you“

“This is my favorite coffee shop in the area, hands down. I work remotely and stop by multiple times a week to get out of the house. They have super fun seasonal drinks, amazing flavored cold foam, and strong high quality coffee. Plus no upcharges for alternative milks. Pastries are delicious and so are their breakfast burritos.

Beyond the fantastic drinks and food, the staff is incredibly nice and part of the reason I keep coming back. Hospitality makes a huge difference, and they're doing it right. Absolutely no notes!“

“Great new find☕️awesome service and cool vibe ☕️🤠“

“Good coffee/latte people are nice location is convenient“

“Great coffee, nice employees! The coffee beans used is just on point, it doesn’t leave weird taste in your mouth. I usually get iced vanilla latte and the amount of syrup used is not excessive, just what I want. I would recommend it to anyone who likes drink real coffee rather than some other big brands!“

“The staff are friendly and amazing. Just love going here to spend a relaxing afternoon.“

“LOVE LOVE LOVE the drinks however HATE the parking situation. Came here on a Sunday & right when i turned into the plaza, I already knew parking was going to be an issue. Since I was with my husband & son, they dropped me off and parked across the street - which is a pretty short walk.

The double matcha is really good but that spirulina matcha is SO GOOD. The bac xiu is AMAZING.

I cannot wait to be back! The store is also super girlie and cute, i LOVE the map of vietnam with its coffee region.“

“This place is a hidden gem tucked away on the corner of a busy strip mall. They have a great quality selection of coffee and tea.

As soon as I walked in, I was greeted with genuine smiles and friendly service. They even remembered my name and called it out when my order was ready, which is a simple and nice gesture.

I ordered an espresso and a flat white, and both were excellent. The Vietnamese roast had a rich, chocolatey flavor that was smooth and well-balanced, and the flat white had the perfect milk-to-coffee ratio.

. I’ll definitely be back and highly recommend checking this place out if you’re in the area.“

“Great place! Great coffee and right by the beach!“

“This was the best breakfast experience I've had in a long time. A coworker and I were in town for travel and happened to stop in. Crocker's had amazing food, fantastic customer service and the cutest atmosphere. The bakery items were fresh and warm and their chilaquiles were delicious!“

“We stopped by Gotcha Fresh Tea and loved that they have both drinks and snacks, so it was easy to satisfy every craving in one stop!
We ordered the Paris Milk Tea, Mango Smoothie, Watermelon Slush, Popcorn Chicken, and Mozzarella Sticks. The Paris Milk Tea was rich and smooth, while the fruit drinks were refreshing and perfect for a warm day. The popcorn chicken came out hot, crispy, and full of flavor, and the mozzarella sticks had the perfect cheese pull.
The shop was clean, the ordering process was simple, and our food and drinks came out quickly. Definitely a spot we'll be coming back to whenever we're in Costa Mesa! 😋🧋🍗“

“So delicious, I had to get 2 iced lattes this time! Salted Caramel and Tiramisu! I only do one shot of espresso; that's why latte's colors are so light.

This is my favorite coffee shop in Southern California! Just wish they had sugar-free options, but on the other hand, that's probably why they taste so good! They DO have sugar-free macadamia nut milk, though!

Check this place out! So yummy!“

“It was really hot outside and I was looking for a cold drink and Coffee, so I found this coffee shop in Google and I was surprised that they have espresso tonic, which is my favorite drinks in summer. I really recommend this place. There is a modern interior, delicious drinks and food. I’ll come back for sure.“

“I recently stopped by Chailo Coffee Club and it did not disappoint. The drinks are seriously good—everything tastes fresh and well-crafted. The sisters who run the place are incredibly friendly and welcoming…. “ You know who you are”, which makes the whole experience even better. The vibe is super chic and stylish, perfect for grabbing coffee and hanging out. Definitely a go-to spot if you’re in Costa Mesa and want a great cup of coffee.“

“I recently became obsessed with Bingsu and I am so glad there is a location close to where I work.
I got the strawberry matcha Bingsu and it’s heavenly.
I came after work on a weekday and there was no line.
Parking was easy and there were plenty of tables to sit.“

“I wanted to take the time to recognize & show appreciation for Kelsea barista cashier partner at this specific location. Her attitude presence energy & drink making skills are on point. Great personality genuine! I come by here & there semi regularly & I am always relieved when I see that she will be making my drink. Her drinks are perfection & I dont have to feel like Im being picky for wanting no foam on my latte. Worth it everytime. Huge asset they are lucky to have her.“

“Great coffee and fast service! Had the Kyoto Cold brew, which was reasonably priced and tasted amazing. I've been consistently impressed with California cuisine and the coffee here did not fail to meet that standard. Will definitely be back again! If you're looking for a great boost of caffeine with delicious flavors in the Costa Mesa area, look no further!“

“They have the best coffee selection and their food is amazing! Also helps that each location is a cool vibe and their staff is pretty awesome.“

“Have been a very satisfied regular @EatChow CM for several years. The menu varies seasonally, selections are plated attractively & are always delicious; love the fried green tomatoes😋. Eric & his crew are cordial with the right balance of attentiveness. Undoubtedly authentic, consistently never fails to please & a local, late night favorite🧘🏻‍♀️“

“You can taste the quality in the coffee, no matter what type of latte I've ordered, the coffee is just top notch. Been coming for over a year during school and studying for the Bar, the baristas are always super welcoming, the cafe is usually quiet but busy, and the atmosphere is great for work either in groups or individually. My favorite and go-to cafes in Orange County. Shout out to you guys!“

“The crew at Sidecar in Costa Mesa is top notch! They are the friendliest store around! Thank you so much for always looking out for your customers!“

“Awesome 👏 coffee very good 👍 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏“

“I literally stumbled in to WIP or waiting for some service on my car. I feel fortunate to have found this perfect spot. Obviously more than a coffee joint - it’s smart, stylish and engagingly current. Populated by an intriguing, vibrant and smart crowd.“

“This place is very good. Ordered blueberry bagel with cream cheese and an ice mocha. Bagel is soft light and crunchy with a good amount of chew. The mocha with oat milk was great . For my OCD people. The cream cheese was perfectly spread and not plopped with chunks unevenly smeared“

“this place is amazing! everything is delish & sooo Many options to always try new things! the staff is absolutely the best! & the artwork inside is perfect for pictures! definitely our favorite place!“

“The staff here is always so nice . By far , my favorite location. The drinks here are amazing, they know everyone by name and whoever adds the decor plus the awesome artwork. Great job 👏🏽 luv this place“

“Great coffee,food,atmosphere and service!“

“amazing food! fungi pasta was out of this world!“

“Great coffee,food,atmosphere and service!“

“This is small place. They have a very good variety of coffee. I love the Ethiopian. I kind of retired my Nesspresso machine because of the Wilson Coffee. 😱“

“Love this Starbucks always fast and professional! Great location!! Jade is the best! Go see her!“

“We loved this place so much we already have made plans to go back. The food was delicious and portion size is great. Friendly crew, helpful and great service. You can also purchase frozen pies to take home which we will be doing“

“Best açaí bowls, raw food options, smoothies and juices!“

“☕️Environment: Full marks.White courtyard, green shade and blue sky, small fountain square. Even in midsummer, there is a gentle breeze blowing through, and with good wine, coffee, and chef broad, it is indeed very suitable for a small gathering and chat.“

“I would like to thank an employee named Alena for her kindness and service: she always smiles, always tries to help, always remembers what you ask. This is an appeal for customers, but especially for the manager of this cafe: such as this employee is hard to find, please take care of her. I've been to many places and expensive restaurants, but I've been served worse several times than in a regular coffee establishment. Thank you for your work and for your service.“

“Super Large Store, that has everything you need, plus more. Clean, well organized with Restaurants!“

“Rooster Tea had a nice selection of teas available. Their drinks were really sweet here, especially the fruit teas. I should have gotten 50-75% sweet. The drinks were better after I diluted the milk tea with milk and the fruit teas with 3x water.

* Taro Coconut Milk Tea (non caffeine) 4.5/5 - This was a very nice drink. It had a strong, smooth taro taste which I really liked. The coconut milk was pretty understated, and I didn't really taste it.

* Strawberry Hisbiscus Tea 3/5 - This was a sweet drink, but the flavors didn't really come through. 100% sweet was too much for me and I had to add more water to make it drinkable.“

“Can’t recommend anything when everything I’ve had is fantastic, sorry you’re on your own! You’ll have to stop by and try anything at random! Only complaint is that there doesn’t seem to be any AC in the facility.“

“This is such a cute café. I’ve been here several times, I love their selection on all the different options they have. The workers are really nice and friendly. I’ve never had a bad experience coming here before. I’ve tried many other different items and never have been disappointed. It’s a good safe to café to visit if you’re looking for something consistent and always good.“

“Great little boba shop! Hidden little gem tucked away in Costa Mesa. If looking for a chill spot this place is a must to visit.“

“I went in late afternoon and ordered two types of iced coffee—one priced at $9 and the other at $6. Both had great flavor and were absolutely delicious. I also recommend the vegan donuts.

The separate restrooms for men and women are very clean, and it's great that there are urinals for men.“

“A wonderful must-try bakery with warm and helpful staff. They have fresh baked selection daily, and recently added a limited editon sesame shokupan. The pastries and drinks are also inviting and those wanting immediate enjoyment only need to walk steps into the Mitsuwa food court. Gris is always cheerful and wonderful with the orders. All the staff we met here are kind and professional.“

“friendly, knowledgeable staff. I let them know it was my first time and they took the time to explain everything in detail. They even put on the cup "enjoy your first time " the coffee is outstanding!“

“The baristas at this store are professional and amazing at customer connections!
My drink was made exactly the way it’s supposed to be made and it tasted incredible! Definitely my new favorite Starbucks! I really recommend this location “

“Absolutely love Fuelbar! The meals are consistently delicious, fresh, and full of flavor—and I’m genuinely shocked they’ve managed to get me to eat sweet potatoes. The rotating weekly menu is a game changer; it keeps things exciting and prevents that dreaded meal fatigue. Everything is so easy too—just heat it in the microwave and enjoy. FuelBar has made healthy eating not only convenient but something I actually look forward to. Highly recommend!“

“Very very good, love it 😎“

“Extremely fast and friendly service. It was not busy at all on a Sunday late afternoon. The drinks are fairly priced and tasted good. You're able to adjust sweetness level of the drinks according to your personal taste as well which is nice. Decent parking available but limited during rush hours. The interior design of the place is modern and cute. Would come again to try other drinks on their menu.“