Bear Coast Coffee - Dana Point

The coffee was good. The service was underwhelming. It felt like the staff was part of a clique and I wasn't. To make matters worse, the SUGGESTED tips from the checkout terminal were 20, 22, and 25%. Really?! There was a time when a 15% tip meant someone hustled and was really kind which resulted in great service. In this case, I stood in line to order my own coffee and had to pick it up when someone finished making it. And you EXPECT 20% or more for a tip. NOPE.

I came here to study for an hour or two on a weekday. The place is definitely smaller, but it worked for what I was looking for. I don't think I saw many outlets so beware if you're the type of person that needs a plug. I bought a drink and a pastry can't exactly remember what they were), but it was pretty good! The staff was also friendly and helpful. There's plenty of parking, but I did notice it was pretty full by the time I left ~2pm). I took one star off because it wasn't anything special, but if I'm in the area I may stop by again for a coffee!

I picked up 2 iced coffees a couple of weeks ago and interacted with the rudest, most disrespectful baristas i 've ever encountered (a young male . I had just poured a few drops of milk in my iced coffee and was harassed by the barista. The milk cartons were FACING the customers on an open counter. He harassed me that I couldn 't use the milk because the milk was his . I let him know they looked like they were clearly for customers B/c the cartons were facing the customers and they were in the edge of the bar/counter (where I live in San Francisco, this means they are for the public ; To which he responded (rudely with: well the milk is mine and the glass is being cleaned so don 't use them. I wouldn 't come here unless you want to be disrespected and humiliated in public w/ racist micro aggressions.

I really enjoyed this place! The cortado was delicious, the atmosphere was cozy, and the staff was friendly. It's an ideal spot to relax and have a great cup of coffee. I highly recommend it!

Great coffee shop on the route to Doheny State Beach. The coffee is quite good, and the muffins are delicious! I'm a fan of this place. Food: 5/5