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Portola Coffee Roasters
Coffee Shop and Café$$$$
Costa Mesa
Ranked #6 for coffee shops in Costa Mesa
"... 200 miles. Get a gaspar, perfect balance and delicious espresso..."(7 Tips)
"Try the flat brown if you like your coffee with a touch of..."(3 Tips)
"Order the Kyoto Iced Coffee and a chocolate croissant!"(4 Tips)
"Try a V60 pour over or house made chai"(5 Tips)
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Martin D. CiaoSeptember 4, 2014I love dark, black coffee that gives you instant energy when you need a good kicking. I prefer v60 because I feel the time goes into the coffee equates to how awesome it'll taste. FYI, cookie = Big-O.
Noelle CaliguriMarch 19, 2015Portola is OC's third wave coffee pioneer. What's not to love about hand crafted espresso made with the upmost perfection. I absolutely love the baristas, atmosphere and of course the quality coffee!
The coffee here is unmatched. I have yet to find a spot that brews better coffee. If I had to recommend one drink, get the Kyoto Iced Coffee—it's ... so good.
- Dëva HolikOctober 22, 2014Hands down the best coffee you will find anywhere in SoCal. Specialty pastries are good and the food menu is simple and healthy. Try a V60 pour over or house made chai
Good coffee and atmosphere. Great place to get work done or study, although wifi can be pretty inconsistent. The mocha is incredible!
Makena HeffernanJune 26, 2015Really impressive iced coffee with the kyoto, and the flat brown is an interesting take on one of my favorites, the flat white.
Portola Coffee RoastersApril 10, 2014THEOREM - Now open to the public daily from 11am-9pm, with a new speciality drink menu monthly. April's drinks are: coffee old fashioned- vanilla scented con panna - latte macchiato - campfire capp
- Portola Coffee RoastersDecember 13, 2013Don Pachi Geisha - Available in 3 different sizes for your home brewing pleasure. You can also enjoy Don Pachi at our main bar, brewed to order v60 style, $12 a cup, until we run out!
RonJanuary 25, 2015Amazing drinks. We had wonderful lemonade with a wonderful twist of spice. Show is cod on toast with crispy pork belly. All the food rocks!
Great coffee!! All of the pastries I have tried are good as well. My favorite is the cafe latte and a maple pecan scone... Perfect continental breakfast.- The finest coffee within 200 miles. Get a gaspar, perfect balance and delicious espresso flavour accented by super high quality Strauss cream steamed to perfection.
- Portola Coffee RoastersJanuary 10, 2014New Chefs Special Salad: Bacon and date salad with coffee balsamic. The perfect lunch!
- Portola Coffee RoastersDecember 20, 2013Our gift card promo is BACK • Purchase a $50 gift card and get a $5 gift card FREE • Purchase a $100 gift card and get a $15 gift card FREE - Now - Sunday, come grab a few extra stocking stuffers!
@JaumePrimeroDecember 23, 2012an interactive Coffee R+D lab where you can actually learn about the subtle nuances of perfecting a cup of joe. Currently sipping my Kyoto Iced Coffee, heaven in a cup.
Christine Tran-PhanMarch 12, 2013Nothing I love more than an ice cold Kyoto!! And for the most comforting drink, have a mocha (hot or cold)! Of course, we can't forget the breakfast burritos, right? I love Portola!
Monica BaliApril 7, 2013This spot has some of the best coffee you'll have in orange county. And on top of the great drinks the staff there is always nice and willing to help.
Piper JonesMarch 15, 2014Great care taken here to specialty coffee. On the roast as well as prep side. Such a treat for great coffee appreciators.
Caroline AhnApril 28, 2013The coffee and pastries are really good. Pretty amazing like everyone says. However, maybe the baristas drink too much of this stuff because they need to relax...big time.
Thomas ColtonSeptember 10, 2013Probably one of the trendiest coffee shops you're gonna find. Great stuff. If you're a coffee fanatic this is the place to see
Cindy ChengNovember 1, 2013Knowledgeable staff, hipster cool & relaxing ambience, lovely garden patio, & free wifi makes this place my new favorite cafe in OC.
Raquel ManriquezJuly 18, 2016A-Mazing coffee here! They have dark roasted espresso & a lighter roast, which is awesome for those of us who like our espresso rich & dark!- Maram AlRashedDecember 28, 2016Try the flat brown if you like your coffee with a touch of chocolate 🙏🏼
Arthur MitchellFebruary 26, 2012Excellent coffee with exceptional brewing choices. One drawback is this is not a very comfortable venue as it lacks warm ambiance and adequate and comfortable seating.
Dan KimDecember 30, 2013My favorite coffee joint in OC other than Kean. The Kyoto Iced Coffee won't disappoint, provided they haven't run out of it that day...
Snape DoggNovember 13, 2011Great coffee and food! Here's a tip and some constructive criticism. Don't serve 'For Here' coffee in a 'To Go' cup and have teaspoons available or packets of sugar so you can measure your amount.
They don't only serve the set list if espresso drinks on the menu. I (surprisingly but not so surprisingly) was able to order a Flat White and a Gaspar. Ask and you shall receive
Gavin SchulzJune 8, 2017Excellent coffee and service. Enjoy your coffee while watching The roaster do his work.
KarenMay 26, 2013I found out that the booth next door is all things tea & they have 5 aptly named teas on tap. A must try!- Get a single shot espresso - it comes with a little glass of seltzer water to cleanse your palette between each sip
Hidden caffeine Speakeasy , just past the Traditional Portola long line. A true gem. amazing!
The BLT and burger are pricey but worth every penny. They're massive.
HollyJune 6, 2013I'm a tea and boba person, so the Kyoto iced coffee was too much for me. Should've gotten a latte. Relaxing place to hang out though!
Jeremey FleischerNovember 15, 2015Great coffee, I especially love the flat white, but prepare for a very long wait.
Phuc PhamFebruary 24, 2015Theorem is way better than the main bar. Nick is such a nice guy and he really knows his brew.
Colleen AlarconSeptember 30, 2015Beautiful and unusual setting. The barristas are super friendly and accommodating!😀
as generic as it may sound, mocha at portola is made with ganache chocolate and is perfect hot or iced :)
Alan NewtonNovember 10, 2013Cool geeky science approach to coffee - love it! And I'm English and usually drink gallons of tea
Best little coffee spot in OC! I have constant cravings for their iced coffee, these guys know how to brew it!
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Portola Coffee Roasters
3313 Hyland Ave #B2 (at Sunflower Ave)
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
United States
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
United States
Meticulously sourced direct trade coffees. Always roasted fresh and brewed by the cup. Home of Theorem, our 6-seat coffee concept bar.
Open until 9:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 6:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 7:00 AM–9:00 PM
(949) 284-0596
View menu on http://www.portolacoffeelab.com/costamesa
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No
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Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Parking
Yes
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