Cafe Nook

It’s great to find a cafe that offers the option to have my cortado in a shot glass, while others don’t offer the option, or they’re not allowed to, I assume because of the pandemic. The barista gave me sparkling water, also in a shot glass, which was nice. I think this is the best cafe in OC right now.

Without a doubt, Nook serves the most consistent and best-tasting coffee, matcha, and pastries in Costa Mesa. The staff is always warm and welcoming, the espresso shots are reliably tasty (I love that crema), and the overall vibe is consistently positive. To my knowledge, it’s also the only place in town where you can pick up traditional Danish pastries. While other coffee shops can feel hit-or-miss depending on the barista, Nook delivers every time. Even during busy hours, the lines move fast thanks to a team that’s efficient, friendly, and totally dialed in.

Nook Coffee bar is the place for those who value the “coffee experience” This is a perfect way to start or end you mall experience. Nice friendly staff with quality coffee. What else do you need?

This was my first time visiting this gem. I ordered a hot Mocha Latte and it worth every penny. The two gentlemen working were extremely friendly and watching them prepare everything by hand made the process more intimate and you could taste the quality. I would recommend this place to anyone in the area, it's worth the visit.

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Love the vibes here. Single origin cold brew (Kyoto) tastes amazing, love the subtle notes. This area is a really enjoyable spot to hang out.

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My wife and I stopped by here to get a cup of coffee and matcha before our Disneyland trip and the drinks were amazing and the service was impeccable as well they answered all our questions with a smile and made them with joy too! Highly recommend them!

If you’re a coffee lover this place should love this place.i had a pour over Ethiopian and it was perfect.little pricy though. Friendly staff. there’s nothing not to love about this place. Its pretty bright inside with huge windows, located in is fun and full of hippie looking people and places . It's different and you will love

Got the Spanish latte. Delicious, not too sweet. Usually only drink Capps but heard this drink was recommended and I'll agree. Line looks long but service is quick.

This is one of the best latte spots I’ve ever been to. Line isn’t too long and the vibes in the area are super chill. I love this spot.

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The LAB was super neat! We stopped by to do the Booth by Bryant since it’s been on my bucket list for 2 years! While there I got a strawberry matcha from the Nook. It was super flavorful and the service was very quick!

Loved this spot ! Highly recommend and the matcha is amazing hehe got an iced matcha with oatmilk sweetened 💕

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I got a Flat White with oat milk, and it tasted so good!

Love thier blend of beans . Right up my alley. Thier mocha has become our new favorite.

Nice quaint coffee shop in a small business strip location with a cool retro vintage design. Plenty of seating, but it looks like most of their customers are grab and go’s. The staff was nice and fast with their service, especially with their long lines. I ordered the hot Spanish Latte, it was rich creamy and smooth.

Great matcha cafe with good coffee options. Tough to find a good flat white in the US but Nook has it sorted. It’s in a cute location with lots of community seating for a coloring space. Heaps of options for food and drinks around but definitely stop in here if you’re looking for a coffee and pastry. The blueberry muffin was amazing!

A great place to start off your day with a warm cup of excellent coffee. The coffee place is inside the LAB area, has a small cute seating, and covered with greenery. Highly recommend this place for the coffee, ambiance and well versed options on the menu.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nook Coffee Bar is an absolute local gem (tucked in Costa Mesa)! The coffee is excellent — rich, smooth, and perfectly crafted every time. They have such a great array of choices, from classic favorites to creative seasonal drinks. I also love that they’re vegan-friendly with plenty of plant-based options for drinks. The cozy vibe and friendly staff make it even better. 100% recommend this spot for anyone who loves quality coffee and a welcoming atmosphere!

my mom & I LOVEEE this place! <3 it’s basically our breakfast before heading to work;good way to start the day. They serve the best Chai latte it’s one of our personal favorite there with a pastry on the side ofc! If you haven’t gotten the chance to check this place out Whatt are you doinn??….this is definitely YOUR SIGN to come try their drinks, pastries & enjoy the aesthetics!! Chai latte - 10/10 Mexican chai - 8.5/10 Coconut matcha - 9/10 Honey oat latte - 8.5/10 Cinnamon roll - 10/10 Almond croissant - 7/10 Almond danish -9/10 Kanel bullar - 8/10 Enjoy!! <3

Nook Coffee hit exactly what I was craving. The flat white was silky with dense microfoam and a clean, balanced shot. The cappuccino was lighter and airier, and you could clearly feel the difference in texture between the two. That precision matters. I added a single origin cold brew and it was spot on for a light roast, bright and clean with a smooth finish that never turned bitter. My daughters ordered sweetened matcha and loved it. Small, friendly space, quick service, and a team that cares. Big shoutout to Cheyne for being so kind and dialed in at the bar. I’ll be back.

I have been to Nook Coffee a few times now, and it is quickly becoming a go-to spot for me. I have tried both the Spanish Latte and the Strawberry Matcha, and both drinks have their unique charm. The Strawberry Matcha was so good. The balance between the matcha and strawberry was perfect, not too sweet but still smooth and refreshing. Definitely one of the better versions I have had. The Spanish Latte caught me by surprise. It had a bit of a bitter kick at first, but the cinnamon flavor with each sip grew on me and added a nice depth to the drink. Overall, I enjoy this spot and will keep coming back to try more. If you are looking for a solid coffee shop with some great drink options, I would recommend checking it out! Staff is always super sweet and there is a line out the door each time - but they are pretty quick to get the order rollin'! Worth the wait!

A hidden gem with a trendy taste that's hard to find elsewhere. Ordered the Honey Lavender Latte, and it was delicious and smooth, just the right amount of sweetness. The interior is beautifully designed, modern yet cozy, making it the perfect spot to catch up with friends or get some solo work done. I was also impressed with the quick service. Definitely coming back for another round or two!

One of my favourite coffee shops: delicious well-balanced espresso, availability of unsweetened macadamia milk (a rare find among coffee shops), highly skilled baristas. I love how they make unsweetened matcha with macadamia milk: moderately strong, well stirred, and creamy. Thumbs up to all Nook employees.

Cute and aesthetic coffee shop !! Their matcha is amazing. However, hazelnut coffee tastes plain. Matcha is a better choice. Fast and quick service. I’d highly recommend stopping by.

I LOVE this coffee bar!! If it was closer to me I’d definitely be a regular, the ambiance, coffee, and people are great😁 if you’re able to get coffee here do it! The matcha and the coffee are great

Coconut macadamia matcha of my dreams!!! Such a cute place with great service!

The coffee here was great but the vibe of this whole area is what garners it 5 stars in my mind. A great place to go and get some work done or even wander around with friends and family. I got a mocha latte and it was fantastic.

Such a cool coffee shop! I'd definitely recommend stopping by here. They have a large coffee menu, and serve pastries and bagels as well. I just had their drip coffee and a bagel and they were both great! It is located in part of "The Lab" anti-mall, so there is a lot of outdoor seating. The customer service was great too, and I'd definitely go back!

Spanish latte is like a liquid cinnamon roll 🤣🤣

William Stark

Great matcha cafe with good coffee options. Tough to find a good flat white in the US but Nook has it sorted. It’s in a cute location with lots of community seating for a coloring space. Heaps of options for food and drinks around but definitely stop in here if you’re looking for a coffee and pastry. The blueberry muffin was amazing!

Jeremy Loyola

Nice quaint coffee shop in a small business strip location with a cool retro vintage design. Plenty of seating, but it looks like most of their customers are grab and go’s. The staff was nice and fast with their service, especially with their long lines. I ordered the hot Spanish Latte, it was rich creamy and smooth.

Emily Guerra Leon

my mom & I LOVEEE this place! <3 it’s basically our breakfast before heading to work;good way to start the day. They serve the best Chai latte it’s one of our personal favorite there with a pastry on the side ofc! If you haven’t gotten the chance to check this place out Whatt are you doinn??….this is definitely YOUR SIGN to come try their drinks, pastries & enjoy the aesthetics!! Chai latte - 10/10 Mexican chai - 8.5/10 Coconut matcha - 9/10 Honey oat latte - 8.5/10 Cinnamon roll - 10/10 Almond croissant - 7/10 Almond danish -9/10 Kanel bullar - 8/10 Enjoy!! <3

rated by maryam • food critic

Nook Coffee hit exactly what I was craving. The flat white was silky with dense microfoam and a clean, balanced shot. The cappuccino was lighter and airier, and you could clearly feel the difference in texture between the two. That precision matters. I added a single origin cold brew and it was spot on for a light roast, bright and clean with a smooth finish that never turned bitter. My daughters ordered sweetened matcha and loved it. Small, friendly space, quick service, and a team that cares. Big shoutout to Cheyne for being so kind and dialed in at the bar. I’ll be back.

Allison K

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nook Coffee Bar is an absolute local gem (tucked in Costa Mesa)! The coffee is excellent — rich, smooth, and perfectly crafted every time. They have such a great array of choices, from classic favorites to creative seasonal drinks. I also love that they’re vegan-friendly with plenty of plant-based options for drinks. The cozy vibe and friendly staff make it even better. 100% recommend this spot for anyone who loves quality coffee and a welcoming atmosphere!

Mitchell Neller

I have been to Nook Coffee a few times now, and it is quickly becoming a go-to spot for me. I have tried both the Spanish Latte and the Strawberry Matcha, and both drinks have their unique charm. The Strawberry Matcha was so good. The balance between the matcha and strawberry was perfect, not too sweet but still smooth and refreshing. Definitely one of the better versions I have had. The Spanish Latte caught me by surprise. It had a bit of a bitter kick at first, but the cinnamon flavor with each sip grew on me and added a nice depth to the drink. Overall, I enjoy this spot and will keep coming back to try more. If you are looking for a solid coffee shop with some great drink options, I would recommend checking it out! Staff is always super sweet and there is a line out the door each time - but they are pretty quick to get the order rollin'! Worth the wait!

Kyna S

A hidden gem with a trendy taste that's hard to find elsewhere. Ordered the Honey Lavender Latte, and it was delicious and smooth, just the right amount of sweetness. The interior is beautifully designed, modern yet cozy, making it the perfect spot to catch up with friends or get some solo work done. I was also impressed with the quick service. Definitely coming back for another round or two!

Olga Goloshchapova

One of my favourite coffee shops: delicious well-balanced espresso, availability of unsweetened macadamia milk (a rare find among coffee shops), highly skilled baristas. I love how they make unsweetened matcha with macadamia milk: moderately strong, well stirred, and creamy. Thumbs up to all Nook employees.

Kiyubi

Cute and aesthetic coffee shop !! Their matcha is amazing. However, hazelnut coffee tastes plain. Matcha is a better choice. Fast and quick service. I’d highly recommend stopping by.

Daisy

I LOVE this coffee bar!! If it was closer to me I’d definitely be a regular, the ambiance, coffee, and people are great😁 if you’re able to get coffee here do it! The matcha and the coffee are great

Gabrielle Shiozawa

Coconut macadamia matcha of my dreams!!! Such a cute place with great service!

NICK MENNELL

The coffee here was great but the vibe of this whole area is what garners it 5 stars in my mind. A great place to go and get some work done or even wander around with friends and family. I got a mocha latte and it was fantastic.

Kelsey Ross

Such a cool coffee shop! I'd definitely recommend stopping by here. They have a large coffee menu, and serve pastries and bagels as well. I just had their drip coffee and a bagel and they were both great! It is located in part of "The Lab" anti-mall, so there is a lot of outdoor seating. The customer service was great too, and I'd definitely go back!

Josh S.

This was my first time visiting this gem. I ordered a hot Mocha Latte and it worth every penny. The two gentlemen working were extremely friendly and watching them prepare everything by hand made the process more intimate and you could taste the quality. I would recommend this place to anyone in the area, it's worth the visit.

Wonderful place to grab a coffee and work or relax in the back area. Dog friendly outdoors. Plenty of seating on a Monday afternoon. Parking is free in the plaza.

Great iced lavender latte! Not really much seating but it has WiFi and the matcha is good, the strawberry matcha is not my favorite because it’s not a strawberry syrup with pieces of strawberries but that may be personal preference

Julio Terrazas

My wife and I stopped by here to get a cup of coffee and matcha before our Disneyland trip and the drinks were amazing and the service was impeccable as well they answered all our questions with a smile and made them with joy too! Highly recommend them!

Coffee is really good. I’m glad they offer macadamia milk. The iced drinks are great. Location and vibe is nice. It’s a small place but you can grab coffee and have it outside.

cute little coffee shop in the plaza kinda crowded and the lighting wasnt that nice inside by the time we got there all the pastries sold out but americano was amazing my partner got a coast line cold brew latte but he likes mine better

Very hippy coffee place, so cute and relaxing. They didn’t have almond milk as an option but they have oat milk. The size of latte is so small and it’s about $6.50. I had the vanilla latte with oat milk and it was really good

Drinks were solid. I got their strawberry matcha with oat milk. Their prices arent great but not overly expensive. The workers and vibes were great tho

I had an almond milk latte and I think it was the almond milk that they use that threw me off. This is a good quality coffee, just not the best latte I’ve had. My friend had the cold brew and said it was really good. The service was amazing, the employees were super nice and helpful. The atmosphere was really cute, but it’s small. There is a ton of outdoor seating and it made the perfect co-working space. I definitely hope to be back! For more reviews follow me here on google or on instagram @audrey.pulliam

It is a unique cafe. They way make coffee is different. We got a hot mocha and Iced Spanish latte. The mocha is made with dark chocolate and is awesome. It tastes different from other mocha’s I have had before. The only drawback was I had requested extra hot and the coffee was low warm. The Spanish latte was good.

Audrey Pulliam

I had an almond milk latte and I think it was the almond milk that they use that threw me off. This is a good quality coffee, just not the best latte I’ve had. My friend had the cold brew and said it was really good. The service was amazing, the employees were super nice and helpful. The atmosphere was really cute, but it’s small. There is a ton of outdoor seating and it made the perfect co-working space. I definitely hope to be back! For more reviews follow me here on google or on instagram @audrey.pulliam

Ashley H

Drinks were solid. I got their strawberry matcha with oat milk. Their prices arent great but not overly expensive. The workers and vibes were great tho

Vaibhav Oberoi

It is a unique cafe. They way make coffee is different. We got a hot mocha and Iced Spanish latte. The mocha is made with dark chocolate and is awesome. It tastes different from other mocha’s I have had before. The only drawback was I had requested extra hot and the coffee was low warm. The Spanish latte was good.

Vivian Phillips

Very hippy coffee place, so cute and relaxing. They didn’t have almond milk as an option but they have oat milk. The size of latte is so small and it’s about $6.50. I had the vanilla latte with oat milk and it was really good

Area was and the interior of the cafe was cute. However the matcha was lacking. Tried the island matcha and the matcha was not strong enough that it tastes just more like oatmilk with a lil hints of matcha. The matcha powder they used are definitely not something you would be amazed about considering theres no complexity in flavour and just tastes flat. Idk if they havent find the right measure to make it well balanced with the coconut syrup and oatmilk, but this was indeed not a matcha specialty shop and not a place you would expect an authentic ceremonial grade matcha.

Not a bad place but as a black coffee guy, I'd say you pay too much for what you get which is decent drip or cold brew. There's barely any seating and it's busy and loud. Not a place to work or hang within the space itself. You can sit outside in the Lab space to read and drink which isn't bad not now what I look for in a coffee shop. So, just decent and overpriced for that.

Sifrah Hewis

Area was and the interior of the cafe was cute. However the matcha was lacking. Tried the island matcha and the matcha was not strong enough that it tastes just more like oatmilk with a lil hints of matcha. The matcha powder they used are definitely not something you would be amazed about considering theres no complexity in flavour and just tastes flat. Idk if they havent find the right measure to make it well balanced with the coconut syrup and oatmilk, but this was indeed not a matcha specialty shop and not a place you would expect an authentic ceremonial grade matcha.

I normally love Nook and would NEVER complain about them!! Their drinks are amazing and their staff are usually the sweetest. There was a hair in these mini muffins I bought, though. GROSS. And this is the second time that this has happened. :/ I’m sure it’s an accident but still need to be aware about purchasing these from this location. Sadly I didn’t discover the hair until I opened the container at home otherwise I would have asked for my money back.

I've been to plenty of their locations & this location by far has the worst customer service & I expressed it to the barista. As soon as you walk in the person taking the order just stands there and looks at you without saying one word. I order a Spanish latte & he charged me a strawberry matcha. Once I express to the barista that is not what I ordered you can see it on her face she got mad. It is not my fault you don't enjoy your job & your coworker can't hear ! Shitty people ! Never again !! Luckily I wasn’t going to let their attitude ruin my day so I refused to wait for a manager ! Remember we are paying $8 for a cup of coffee & I refuse to get a shitty drink I did not order. Lastly, If you don’t have people skills find a new job !I’m