Blk. Coffee

Category:	Coffee Shop
Address:	19510 Jamboree Rd #150, Irvine, CA 92612, USA
Phone:	+1 949-752-2882
Site:	blkcoffeeshop.com
Rating:	4.6
Working:	6:30AM–5PM 6:30AM–5PM 6:30AM–5PM 6:30AM–5PM 6:30AM–5PM 7AM–3PM Closed

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isabout You

Hey guys, its OutKast Nation again! Well this time I will be reviewing Blk Coffee in Irvine, California, like literally built right into the side of the Google Fiber building. The simple fact your able to read this review, is because of that very google building. So, our offices are literally right down the street from this place, so I figured, I would come down here and review this place. Not knowing exactly what I was going to find, I literally found a diamond in the rough. This quaint little establishment serves, not coffee, but liquid crack. The VTM which is a special Vietnamese way of brewing, and blending coffee, popular in many places, like Garden Grove, Westminster, but almost unheard of here, in Irvine. However, the atmosphere, is very modern, with down to earth baristas, and the owner is super chill. Why is this place so amazing, the owner, is not all about just the profit margin. These guys, make a really good cup of joe, even the blended ice combinations are to die for. Then the pastries and sandwiches? OMG they literally put Starbucks and coffee bean to shame. With prices well under $8 for specialty drinks, and other coffee blends, being easily affordable, this place is a no brainer, but here is the kicker, the coffee is strong, but tasteful, full body tastes, with low acidity, and flavorable aftertaste. What is there else to say, get down, here. Oh, and yes there are plugins for your laptop, or tablet or whatever, and sure you could connect to Blk Coffee, but why? You have Google Guest Wifi, and it allows you to download at a whopping 500 MBPS per second. I downloaded Dungeons and Dragons Online, the Hi-Res game, a total of 13 GBs in about 5 minutes. Yeah, So, why waste your time with Starbucks, and get mediocre, drive dont walk down here, and be apart of the growing tech, savvy, and trending crowds of Blk Coffee on the Google Campus, open to the public!

Joshua Davis

Located on the first floor of the google office so therefore, you will have SUPER FAST wifi! (no kidding, Ive never had faster wifi in my life before..) Ive ordered 2 of the more popular drinks from here before: 1) Light Vietnamese coffee (LVTM) - IT IS STRONG. Despite it being "light," I probably had only 5 sips & was good on caffeine for around 4 hours. I saved the rest for later; so IF YOU ARE IMMUNE TO CAFFEINE, try this drink! If youre SUPER-immune to caffeine, get the regular vietnemese coffee! haha 2) Sea Salt Iced Coffee - Id give this drink a 6/10. It was decent but something about it was just a bit off. The workers here are awesome & are super nice. They seem to earnestly care about their job & are always tidying up the place to keep it clean. This is a good spot to come and get some work down but PLEASE turn down the AC a bit! The first time I came, I froze to death so I couldnt stay much longer, despite liking the environment. The second time I came with an extra scarf & jacket but still froze to death. But I shall come again next time.. with 2 jackets?.. haha, overall - a wonderful place to study & get work done. They also validate your parking ticket right before you leave so yay for free parking!

louise bryant

Amazing LVTM (light Vietnamese iced coffee)! Located in the Google Irvine complex, BLK Coffee is a cozy, minimalist cafe with plenty of delicious offerings for discerning coffee drinkers and dessert lovers alike. They specialize in their ca phe su da but also offer cappucinos, lattes, frappes, teas, as well as breakfast sandwiches and lunch options. I love that they offer both a traditional iced Vietnamese coffee (sweeter, stronger, thicker, with French press), and the lighter version (still sweet, more milky, espresso). Customer service is great, everyone is super friendly and accommodating, and there are seats for people who want to chat or work.

Logann Gabriael

Love their VTM coffee. Some of the best in the area. However make sure to get a validation card for the parking structure. The price of parking is very steep! If youre there under 15 minutes, its free, but otherwise just ask for a validation card. Make sure they know how long youve been there so you can get the right ticket. Also, you can no longer use the restroom in the google building which is kind of a hassle but the coffee is totally worth making a small trek to the restroom across the lot in the other tower

Michael Press

This place is awesome. I LOVE the light version of the Vietnamese Iced Coffee (regular is just too sweet for me) and the staff are great, really friendly and helpful. Im from WAY out of town so not so sure about parking here since its a business area, I didnt know if I would be paying if I pulled into the garage. The coffee is outstanding, though. Im coming back again when I am remotely nearby OC.

RD Chaves

Best damn Vietnamese Coffee on the block. Got finals? Gotta pull an all nighter? Drink some of this stuff, and youll be up for 9 days straight. Better than Meth. Just Kidding. Located in the Plaza of the Google Building, they have "business"hours, in that they only cater during normal business hours, so make sure to stop in for your Morning VTM Coffee!

ruby allen

Great Vietnamese coffee! Having just returned from our honeymoon in Vietnam just months before, I can vouch for their VTM iced coffee. Hits the spot! I also had their strawberry and vanilla custard pastry, very very good. I wish there was convenient parking close by, but every spot within a quarter mile seems to be parking by permit only.

Austin Jones

Im a coffee connoisseur and I try every boutique coffee shop I can find. I can confidently say that BLK Coffee is right up there with the best. Very comparable to Kean Coffee and even the highly regarded Portola Coffee Lab (of which I consider the best in CA). If youre a coffee snob like me, give this place a visit.

Kate Gilman

Very cool and chill espresso shop. Got a soy milk latte and was astounded by the tasty flavor of the coffee. We also ate a chocolate chip croissant and one of their bagel sandwiches. Will absolutely come here again.

Jacob Musto

Relatively cheap, strong coffee. Awesome tea as well. If youre in the area and want some good coffee/tea, this should be your first (and only) stop. You wont regret it.

Robin Pimentel

Do not recommend for meetings. Towing policy egregious and aggressive. Whatch the fine print on the parking signage. Too bad really enjoyed the coffee.

Lance Cox

Wow oh wow what an awesome place the staff super friendly. The coffee amazing.wow thats all I can say if your not drinking BLK your wasting your day.

Emily K.

Good sandwich although the crust if the bread was sharp after toasting so long that it scraped my mouth and the coffee is SUPER strong.

joan gonzalez

Very good coffee! Could not get Internet to work and no comfy places to sit so definitely not a good place to come and do work.

James Morgan

great place Starbucks who when you Good strong Vietnamese style coffee. and that Google wifi connection is to die for

Morgan McDowell

This is my all-time favorite coffee shop. You cant go wrong with anything on the menu and the staff is just as great.

Eleonor Fritsche

Service was good. Food was ok, nothing special. Mac n cheese and soup were cold when we got it. Smore pie was tasty.