We’ve been here many times, and as my husband said while we were eating, “Can’t get better pastries anywhere!” But…the wait for the meal is long, even with one other person waiting in the place. We waited 15 min for a scone and a muffin, and when it was handed to us, it was 2 muffins. So I had to get the attention to the guy making the meals, and had to wait another 5 min for the scone. In the meantime, our coffees (one drip and one very watery Americano), which had come from the barista quickly, were getting cold. After we ate outside, I went in to use their restroom, and was told that they do not have one for customers! That is illegal in California (I looked it up). Any restaurant with sit-down seating, which they have, MUST provide a restroom for customers. I asked the lady who took our order, and she said that it’s the #1 complaint from the customers. I don’t know how they get away with this.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Amanda Shaffer
By far one of our favorite coffee places. Staff is always so friendly and welcoming. Their drinks are delicious and you can't go wrong with any of their pastries or sandwiches. We have always wanted to get a cookie bucket but the last couple times they have been sold out. Pretty sure it was the owner who went out of her way to make fresh cookies for a cookie bucket for us and was so kind when she handed them over to us. The shop always has a cozy feeling and their seasonal offerings are creative and get you into the spirit. Looking forward to continuing to come here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bob Drake
One of the best coffee shops in OC from the staff to the coffee and scrumptious bakery items all top notch
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nick Gasteiger
Nice little shop for a latte.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pastry, Iced Latte
Julia Harvey
Service was great but they did make a mistake on my sandwich and when they remade it, I looked so sad and bland. It was ok just very salty
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Héctor Gómez
Bagels are fire🤤🤤🤤 But 50 min for 4 coffees that’s crazy And they were not that good I’ll have to come back for a second chance
Monica Tapia
Waited 30 minutes for a bland tasting matcha.
Service: 1
Vanessa
I’m trying to support local instead of going to Starbucks. I’ve given this place a chance many times based on 2 good experiences, but I’m disappointed every time. Their coffee is only ok, their pastries are not good and stale most of the time, and the service is touch and go. It seems like they hired some new people which give good service but sometimes you still get someone who rude who won’t even acknowledge you. Not to mention, the interior needs some work and the giant fan in there is always on and dusty! With open pastry cases everywhere! Needless to say, I’ll drive farther to another coffee shop to get what I pay for.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Cynthia Marie Arce
Amazing coffee and food. My coworkers and I absolutely loved it 10/10. We definitely will be coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Malcolm Barrett
A small coffee shop with more options than any Starbucks. Staff was very friendly and helpful with our questions regarding drink options. Had to try the pumpkin scone and we were not disappointed. Even though it seems busy, the staff was keeping up. Next time we have to grab one those huge cookies.
I stopped by Rekindle Coffee for coffee but discovered their amazing chai latte which became my new go-to drink. The welcoming atmosphere and pleasant staff at this place have turned it into my home away from home so I will return for sure.
Bruce Mofid
GOOD MORNING! 10am 5 staff members no greeting what so ever. 2 other customers waiting for their drinks only. $13 for 2 coffees and the person making my coffee is moving with no perpose.purpose. I said my thanks, but no replies received.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 1
Jamie
Was looking for some place during our travel to the OC that wasn’t Starbucks burnt coffee. Searched reviews and found this gem! 💎
It’s off of Tustin Avenue with a decent size back parking lot and parking right outside the front of the Coffee Shop.
Walking in there was a giant glass counter full of delicious treats and a list of latte flavors and teas. There was also a food menu (I’ll get to that later) with healthy delicious options. So really something for whatever you may be craving…whether it’s a blueberry cream cheese pastry, a giant cookie (chocolate chip, sugar, m&m you name it), cheesecake, coconut macaroons (omg these were lit 🔥), or avocado toast with balsamic glaze, bruschetta bagels (my husband ate one almost every morning this week), or a ham and cheese breakfast sandwich just to name a few (so many options).
I can personally recommend the avocado toast, coconut macaron, the blueberry.cream cheese filling pastry, the ham and cheese breakfast sandwich, the bruschetta bagels, the strawberry 🍓 matcha, the coffee, the lattes ☕️, hot chocolate and the apple 🍏 jack matcha.🍵, chocolate chip cookie 🍪 and sugar cookie!
I was hesitant to review early on because anyone who tries this place will become regulars (and I was selfish and didn’t want them to run out of the bruschetta bagels - sorry!) but here I am leaking this info to the locals and those who are coffee aficionados seeking smooth tasting coffee that fills you with that warm comfort and early morning energy. 🌅 IYKYK
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5 would recommend!
Luke Mrzljak
This place rocks. Stopped here before our 5 hour drive back to Phoenix, AZ to get caffeinated and grab breakfast/snacks for the road. Next time we visit we'll be making sure Rekindle Coffee is part of our itinerary.
We’ve been here many times, and as my husband said while we were eating, “Can’t get better pastries anywhere!” But…the wait for the meal is long, even with one other person waiting in the place. We waited 15 min for a scone and a muffin, and when it was handed to us, it was 2 muffins. So I had to get the attention to the guy making the meals, and had to wait another 5 min for the scone. In the meantime, our coffees (one drip and one very watery Americano), which had come from the barista quickly, were getting cold. After we ate outside, I went in to use their restroom, and was told that they do not have one for customers! That is illegal in California (I looked it up). Any restaurant with sit-down seating, which they have, MUST provide a restroom for customers. I asked the lady who took our order, and she said that it’s the #1 complaint from the customers. I don’t know how they get away with this.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
By far one of our favorite coffee places. Staff is always so friendly and welcoming. Their drinks are delicious and you can't go wrong with any of their pastries or sandwiches. We have always wanted to get a cookie bucket but the last couple times they have been sold out. Pretty sure it was the owner who went out of her way to make fresh cookies for a cookie bucket for us and was so kind when she handed them over to us. The shop always has a cozy feeling and their seasonal offerings are creative and get you into the spirit. Looking forward to continuing to come here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the best coffee shops in OC from the staff to the coffee and scrumptious bakery items all top notch
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice little shop for a latte.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pastry, Iced Latte
Service was great but they did make a mistake on my sandwich and when they remade it, I looked so sad and bland. It was ok just very salty
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Bagels are fire🤤🤤🤤
But 50 min for 4 coffees that’s crazy
And they were not that good
I’ll have to come back for a second chance
Waited 30 minutes for a bland tasting matcha.
Service: 1
I’m trying to support local instead of going to Starbucks. I’ve given this place a chance many times based on 2 good experiences, but I’m disappointed every time.
Their coffee is only ok, their pastries are not good and stale most of the time, and the service is touch and go. It seems like they hired some new people which give good service but sometimes you still get someone who rude who won’t even acknowledge you. Not to mention, the interior needs some work and the giant fan in there is always on and dusty! With open pastry cases everywhere!
Needless to say, I’ll drive farther to another coffee shop to get what I pay for.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Amazing coffee and food. My coworkers and I absolutely loved it 10/10. We definitely will be coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A small coffee shop with more options than any Starbucks. Staff was very friendly and helpful with our questions regarding drink options. Had to try the pumpkin scone and we were not disappointed. Even though it seems busy, the staff was keeping up. Next time we have to grab one those huge cookies.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
I stopped by Rekindle Coffee for coffee but discovered their amazing chai latte which became my new go-to drink. The welcoming atmosphere and pleasant staff at this place have turned it into my home away from home so I will return for sure.
GOOD MORNING! 10am 5 staff members no greeting what so ever. 2 other customers waiting for their drinks only. $13 for 2 coffees and the person making my coffee is moving with no perpose.purpose. I said my thanks, but no replies received.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 1
Was looking for some place during our travel to the OC that wasn’t Starbucks burnt coffee. Searched reviews and found this gem! 💎
It’s off of Tustin Avenue with a decent size back parking lot and parking right outside the front of the Coffee Shop.
Walking in there was a giant glass counter full of delicious treats and a list of latte flavors and teas. There was also a food menu (I’ll get to that later) with healthy delicious options. So really something for whatever you may be craving…whether it’s a blueberry cream cheese pastry, a giant cookie (chocolate chip, sugar, m&m you name it), cheesecake, coconut macaroons (omg these were lit 🔥), or avocado toast with balsamic glaze, bruschetta bagels (my husband ate one almost every morning this week), or a ham and cheese breakfast sandwich just to name a few (so many options).
I can personally recommend the avocado toast, coconut macaron, the blueberry.cream cheese filling pastry, the ham and cheese breakfast sandwich, the bruschetta bagels, the strawberry 🍓 matcha, the coffee, the lattes ☕️, hot chocolate and the apple 🍏 jack matcha.🍵, chocolate chip cookie 🍪 and sugar cookie!
I was hesitant to review early on because anyone who tries this place will become regulars (and I was selfish and didn’t want them to run out of the bruschetta bagels - sorry!) but here I am leaking this info to the locals and those who are coffee aficionados seeking smooth tasting coffee that fills you with that warm comfort and early morning energy. 🌅 IYKYK
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5 would recommend!
This place rocks. Stopped here before our 5 hour drive back to Phoenix, AZ to get caffeinated and grab breakfast/snacks for the road. Next time we visit we'll be making sure Rekindle Coffee is part of our itinerary.
Baristas always happy to help.
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