Southern Orange County is full of cafes and coffee shops, but Lake Forest shines with its quaint, hidden gems. These locations are community favorites that offer a multitude of food and beverages for anyone. Listed in no particular order, these are the coffee shops you have to visit on your next visit to Lake Forest, CA.
1. Patch Coffee Patch Coffee is a locally owned, female-founded cafe that offers a multitude of locally sourced food and drink items. Specializing in their freshly brewed coffee blends, kombucha, teas and cold brew, Patch Coffee has something for every customer. The facility is full of seating and offers free WiFi, perfect for studying and your next breakfast date. Greeting everyone upon entering the door, the staff welcomes visitors right from their barista bar, placed in the center of the cafe. Popular among locals, the location is often busy all day due to its convenient location, which is surrounded by a church, sports park and a high school. Visit Patch Coffee during your next trip to Lake Forest and experience it for yourself! Rated 4 stars on Yelp.
- Vegan options
- Gluten-free options
- Plant-based options
- Free Wi-Fi
- Indoor seating (following COVID-19 restrictions)
Located right off the side of El Toro Road, The Human Bean is a cozy drive-thru coffee shack that never fails to attract locals. The location has no indoor and outdoor seating, however, it is located right next to a park where you can walk and sit down. The service is speedy with a friendly staff that serves drinks as well as breakfast food items. The Human Bean delivers high quality, artisan drinks such as coffees, teas and smoothies. Visiting this location is convenient and quick, make sure to stop by next time you are in the area!
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Plant-based options
- Takeout only (following COVID-19 restrictions)
The infamous orange cup is making its appearance as a Lake Forest local staple! Often populated with college students during the day, Bodhi Leaf Coffee Traders is a cozy coffee shop, perfect for studying and catching up with friends. Specializing in their single-origin coffee, the location offers a blend that caters to every flavor profile. Bodhi Leaf Coffee Traders sells a number of espresso and coffee drinks, as well as teas and blended beverages. The staff is super friendly and is willing to help customers find their perfect blend. Visit Bodhi Leaf Coffee Traders for a great cup of coffee and a cozy study spot.
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Plant-based options
- Free Wi-Fi
- Takeout only (following COVID-19 restrictions)
Take a trip to Hawaii and visit Kona Loa Coffee. Offering a fully Hawaiian food menu, Kona Loa Coffee doubles as a great place to grab a couple orders of Spam Musubi to have with an artisanal coffee. Transported from the big island, Kona, the high-quality coffee beans give customers a taste of Hawaii. Serving a number of different coffees and teas, Kona Loa also serves busy students as a great study spot on the weekdays. Next time you visit Kona Loa, make sure to try their amazing avocado toast!
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Plant-based options
- Free Wi-Fi
- Takeout only (following COVID-19 restrictions)
5. High Ground Coffee House/It's A Grind Coffee House
Located in a bustling shopping center, High Ground Coffee House is conveniently located off of Marguerite Parkway in Mission Viejo. With the store's sign reading "It's A Grind Coffee House," the location goes by both names which can be confusing but is able to be found on the map with either name. High Ground Coffee House is a cozy location that offers artisan bakery items as well as hand-crafted coffee drinks. Perfect for any student in need of a new study spot, High Ground Coffee House is a quaint location full of lush green plants and the delicious aroma of freshly ground coffee beans. Visit High Ground Coffee House for some delicious pastries and beverages for any occasion!
- Vegetarian options
- Vegan options
- Plant-based options
- Free Wi-Fi
- Takeout only (following COVID-19 restrictions)
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