The Mugs

Honestly a great spot if you're needing to get some work done or just meet up with friends. Super friendly staff. Coffee is good! Parking is easy.

My partner and I visited The Mugs on a Saturday around 5 PM. By then, most tables were already occupied, and we were lucky to grab one just as another couple was leaving. If you're looking for a cafe to get some work done, this might not be the best spot; table availability seems like a hit or miss. That said, the staff was kind and happy to answer our questions.Matcha Latte: 2.5/5I'm far from a matcha snob, but even I could tell the quality was lacking. Given how matcha has taken over SoCal recently, there's an expectation for cafes to use a higher grade, and The Mugs falls short. The matcha didn't feel whisked since it was chalky with clumps settling at the bottom. I forced myself to finish it just to avoid wasting it.Earl Grey Latte: 3/5My partner ordered this so my judgement is based on a few sips. It was as standard as it gets, nothing remarkable but perfectly fine for tea normies like me.Ham and Cheese Croffle: 3.5/5It's exactly what you'd expect: a ham and cheese croissant pressed like a panini. Nothing special, but it's a solid, reliable option if you're looking for a quick bite.Overall: Mediocre at best.The Mugs isn't bad, nor is it great. It's a standard cafe with decent service but underwhelming drinks. Good at best, but not a place I'd go out of my way for.

Great coffee shop! First time at this location, but a big fan of the one in diamond bar! Always love getting the strawberry cream latte!! Perfectly sweet and creamy. Service was extremely fast--in and out within 10 minutes. Americano was great too!Definitely would return

Didn't order anything here but wanted to post the menu as of 2/2025. Please come and create your own experience.

Stopped by this place as we were waiting for our table at Hako to be ready for us. It's next to Zion Market and it was pretty busy with students studying when we came. You can either order at the front cashier or there's a kiosk on the side. I ordered the blueberry matcha and my bf ordered the strawberries and cream latte (his first choice was to try the dalgona latte but they ran out). Both were so overly sweet, it tasted like a milkshake for both. My blueberry matcha barely had any matcha, it was more like blueberry milk with a squeeze of matcha SYRUP. Idk how they make their matcha but I saw her squeeze it out of a condiment bottle and I knew right away that I would not enjoy it. Sadly don't think we'll be back as there's a plethora of better quality matcha and coffee places in Orange County. However, if you like really sweet drinks and milk lattes, this place would not be bad for it.

After seeing this place pop up on yelp, we decided to stop by for some quick coffee fix. It was quite busy for a Sunday afternoon with barely any seating left. I ordered the peppermint mocha latte from their seasonal menu item with less sweetness. It was still quite sweet but i just waited for the ice to melt to water it down a bit. It had a nice dark chocolate taste to it with only a hint of peppermint. It wasnt too bad but wished it was a bit more peppermint-y. Next time, I'll have to try other items on their menu. Definitely love their seasonal menu options. And the workers worked pretty fast to get the orders out.

Newly opened coffee shop in the Irvine area. This place had no open seating available as all the students were on their laptops studying so word must have gone around quick here. They do have some nice speciality drinks here and some baked goods like muffins and cookies. I had to try their hot cappuccino and they tiramisu latte since they somehow stood out to me. Along with that a chocolate chip walnut cookie. There is a little seating area outside so I sat out there and enjoyed the drinks. The tiramisu latte was good but slightly watery for my palate as I like them bold and dense and same with the hot cappuccino. The flavor of the espresso was good but I wanted a little more density with it but I believe I'll be back here as they have lots of good items that still get need to be tried.

Cute coffee spot that has friendly staff. They are often super busy so be prepared to wait for your order. Their Matcha Latte is quite delicious, has indoor/outdoor space to sit and study and some munchies too. I saw people ordering the croissants and sandwiches, so looking forward to trying it next time!Located next to the market in a large strip mall. Some parking but I usually park farther away as it does get quite busy.

Cute coffee spot that took over Sootha by Zion! They do have a decent good selection on Coffee, House Specialty, Matcha, and Non-Coffee drinks. Food-wise they got bakery items or their Sweet Croffles and Savory Croffles. IMO - croffle prices are a just a tad bit little high BUT I understand it is Irvine. Every time I have visited this placed it is packed... inside and outside! Be warn - lots of students here studying...Service was not bad but just okay. Perhaps it was on my visits but I've noticed the working staff tends to chat amongst themselves a decent amount while not being fully engaged with the customers as we are ordering. Not to complain at all but just my observation and maybe even just those times I went. But I do enjoy the products so for that I will return.I've only had their Banana Caramel Latte and their Pizza Croffle. Both tasty amd solid choices. I did inquire how they make their banana latte with and they said banana powder. I will return to try their other items tho~

Such a good study spot in Irvine! This is 1/2 locations I've been to and personally this one is my favorite. I like the concept of having a "study room" inside the coffee shop. There are plenty of seats but this place does get packed super fast. If you don't mind waiting for a table or sitting outside to wait. Coffee prices are the avg now, starting at $6.50 unfortunately. The tiramisu was my favorite though! I've also bad chai latte before and it was just as tasty. Open until 10 pm so great late night study spot