Phin Smith | Garden Grove

First time trying Phin Smith during our road trip to LA. Will definitely visit their Vegas store after trying it.

The barista help us with our order before paying. Since it’s our first time they ask to hold on paying to make sure we like we ordered

I do recommend their original Vietnamese coffee. But I truly loved the banana coffee. My wife preferred to have their hot drip.

They also sell pastries at the store and other merchandise. Parking was easy street parking vs parking lot behind the store.

Will definitely come back and try their other coffee.

Published at 2 months ago

One of the most popular spots on Main Street Garden Grove is this Vietnamese coffee shop—Phin Smith. It’s easy to spot with its signature blue Vespa parked out front. The whole place has a great vibe inside and out, and they sell their own roasted coffee beans for $16 a bag. If you’ve had Vietnamese coffee before, you’ll know that it has a distinctive flavor profile compared to other coffee beans.

Their menu is pretty simple, focusing mainly on drip and specialty coffees, with an emphasis on custom brews and teas. The coffee options were so unique that I didn’t know what to order at first. After quickly scrolling through some photos online, I decided to follow my gut and order the drink with green on top (which I assumed was matcha) and coffee at the bottom. So I asked, “Which one is this on the menu?” The barista replied, “Oh, that’s our Matcha Sua Da—it’s a secret menu item!” I guess I got lucky, so of course, I had to try this “secret” drink.

Here’s where things got really interesting: when I pulled out my card to pay, the barista told me, “No need to pay yet. I’ll make the drink first, and you can try it. If you don’t like it, I can adjust it to your taste. If you’re still not satisfied, I can make you something else.” I thought this service might be exclusive to more expensive custom drinks, but it wasn’t! This is their standard practice for all orders. At $6.50 for a specialty coffee, it’s around the same price as Starbucks, but their approach (focusing on instant customer feedback) is top-notch! 👏🏻

Once I approved the drink after trying it, I headed over to the counter next to the canelé stall to pay. They don’t ring up your order when you first place it, so when it’s time to pay, you have to tell the cashier what you ordered, and then they charge you. This is probably because if you don’t like what you ordered and switch to something else, it avoids the hassle of refunding and recharging the order. It’s a unique system I hadn’t encountered before, but it makes sense.

The place was pretty packed, with lots of seating inside, but since the weather was nice, I chose to sit outside and do some people-watching. There’s a fence separating the seating area from the street, so it feels safe.

As for the coffee itself, it was slightly bitter, but the aroma was rich, and the matcha added just the right touch of sweetness to balance out the bitterness. I’d never had a flavor combination like this before, and I really enjoyed it! My friend also enjoyed her O’ahu Joe.

📍12921 Main St, Garden Grove, CA 92840

Published at 2 months ago

This is my 7th here, as I have tried several of their drinks and even introduced some friends to this place, now I am regretting bringing them here. After trying some the blended coconut coffees and banana coffees and marchas and since this place as I was told is recipe driven only, meaning they will not do any substitution of any kind regarding sugar levels or sweeteners, I was like oh wow for reals??? Any ways I bear those situations couple of times and moved to try the pour over (drip coffee) instead. So since I was able to ordered it with one or two spoon of brown sugar and half milk I kind of like that ability to make it to close to what I really wanted in their others that for whatever non-sense policy can’t request not to put condensed milk in them, so long story short today I came here to have the regular pour over with one brown sugar and oat milk, and the guy next to my barista said sorry we don’t have that… I was like; you don’t have it or you ran out of it? He said we do t put brown sugar in the pour over, we can do the milk but nothing else, I replied I have had it 4 times the same way before, he said sorry we don’t do it, I said you mean you don’t do it cuz four other baristas have done it, and they were courteous about it, he said no we cannot do and that’s it….😶😶😶 I was like this guy if it was another coffee place would be getting fired…. You don’t treat customers that way, Period…. So as I brought friends here and introduced them, I will make sure they become aware of todays event and let them make their own choice but be aware of the new attitude they have taken here, which is unethical and not consumer friendly…too bad the guy didn’t have a name tag on him I will be please to state the name for the record…. So this is my last time coming here, and will hopefully find a more customer and customer friendly place with good business ethics.

Published at a month ago

It's a very trendy and high volume coffee shop. It's a fun experience and the coffees are solid

I'd say the coffees are above average but nothing too special. They're decently cheap and the cafe was decorated very nicely

However, it was so busy and the ordering system was kind of interesting where you go tell a barista what you want and then you're directed to walk over to a different station where you tell someone else behind a cash register what your order was. Really chaotic especially when it's busy.

The cafe was also extremely busy so there wasn't a single place to sit down

Coffee: 8/10
Service: 6/10
Atmosphere: 5/10
Value: 7/10

Published at 3 months ago

This place is super cute and delicious. They’re also so fast. I’ve been here three times this week. Decided to show up at 8 am Saturday I figured I’d come in when they open and before the crowds. To my surprise they had a line out the door. The way they moved this line so fast blew my mind. And the coffee as delicious as ever. Love this place.

Published at 6 months ago

I came here on a Sunday morning and I was surprised by how the shop had a decent amount of people already!

I ordered their coconut coffee blend. I thought it was good, but the coconut to coffee ratio was about 75%/25%, so it tasted mostly like coconut. An extra espresso shot is free, so I highly recommend the extra shot if you want a more 50/50 ratio between the coconut and coffee. My sister got the extra expresso shot and her's really hit the mark on the coffee kick I was looking for, and this is coming from someone who doesn't drink coffee on a daily basis!

I'm sad that it didn't give me the coffee kick that I wanted, but I thought the flavor was spot on, so I would come back if I'm in the area again. My sister also mentioned to me that they source their coffee beans directly from Vietnam!

There is a free parking lot right behind the shop. We also found free street parking easily.

Published at 2 months ago

Came back here after 4 years and would say interior design changed or expanded.

Quite busy on the weekdays but line moved fast n arrived at the cashier around 10 mins wait.

Ordered 6 drinks (most to least)
1. Taro affogato (9.5/10)
2. Cà phê Sữa Đá (9/10)
3. Coconut coffee (8.8/10)
4. Rose latte (7.5/10)
5. Lavender matcha latte (6.8/10)
6. Ca phe Brulee (NEW) 4/10, black coffee and egg? No! It’s supposed to be Ca phe sua da and the egg on top. It’s northern style. Never see this but not recommended.

I liked the unique experience with letting you tru before checkout and friendly barista. Order, try and pay instead of order, pay and leave or remake the drink. This actually reduces unsatisfied experience. However I feel weird if I ask to try them all so I only tried 2 out of 6.

Prices: decent in OC compared to LA definitely cheaper and more quality!

Watch full experience on my YT channel if you want!

Published at 4 months ago

“You can always tell how good a place is by how poppin it is!”

Half the time there’s a line out the door and it starts before they open! The staff here is always very friendly when I’m there and in a great mood and they look like they’re genuinely having a good time working there.

I’ve gotten the banana coffee, the peanut butter banana coffee and the London Fog and they’ve always been 10/10 every time, and BTW this is the best London Fog I’ve ever had in my life. The music is great and I love how they’ve decorated inside it’s a great atmosphere that’s welcoming and you want to hang out and be in!

Do be aware this is a Vietnamese coffee shop so they don’t do espresso it’s a Phin Drip style coffee and is prepared over night, so if you want something tailored for you this isn’t really the kind of place you can do that if you’re someone who wants to order a coffee with 3 shots of espresso.

But super awesome and will be back soon!

Published at a month ago

Tried their standard Vietnamese iced coffee as well as their coconut coffee iced blended (#1 and #2 most popular items) and both were bangers. Would definitely go here again.

Published at a month ago

I m in love with Vietnamese coffee. I tried: 1. Coconut coffee 2. Ca phe sua da Great indoor and outdoor seatings.

Published at a month ago

Been on a banana coffee craze recently after discovering banana and coffee really go well together. Phin Smith banana coffee indeed matches the first time I tried the style, its got a nice banana flavor and coffee as well blends so well when mixed together. It was easy to order, just wait in line and order with a barista when its my turn, then oddly enough go to a separate counter which the cashier would ring you up and I go back to the barista for my drink. I guess its their normal workflow. Place was packed with people chilling and students studying so there wasnt any place to sit. Guess the place is popular on a saturday afternoon in Garden Grove main street.

Published at a month ago

We are Vietnamese from DC. We were obsessed with Phin Smith when we came to OC. Their drinks are truly Vietnamese flavor, and we love banana coffee, Vietnamese iced coffee, melon matcha latte so much. Must try guysssssss!!!!!!

Published at a month ago

This is my 7th here, as I have tried several of their drinks and even introduced some friends to this place, now I am regretting bringing them here. After trying some the blended coconut coffees and banana coffees and marchas and since this place as I was told is recipe driven only, meaning they will not do any substitution of any kind regarding sugar levels or sweeteners, I was like oh wow for reals??? Any ways I bear those situations couple of times and moved to try the pour over (drip coffee) instead. So since I was able to ordered it with one or two spoon of brown sugar and half milk I kind of like that ability to make it to close to what I really wanted in their others that for whatever non-sense policy can t request not to put condensed milk in them, so long story short today I came here to have the regular pour over with one brown sugar and oat milk, and the guy next to my barista said sorry we don t have that I was like; you don t have it or you ran out of it? He said we do t put brown sugar in the pour over, we can do the milk but nothing else, I replied I have had it 4 times the same way before, he said sorry we don t do it, I said you mean you don t do it cuz four other baristas have done it, and they were courteous about it, he said no we cannot do and that s it . I was like this guy if it was another coffee place would be getting fired . You don t treat customers that way, Period . So as I brought friends here and introduced them, I will make sure they become aware of todays event and let them make their own choice but be aware of the new attitude they have taken here, which is unethical and not consumer friendly too bad the guy didn t have a name tag on him I will be please to state the name for the record . So this is my last time coming here, and will hopefully find a more customer and customer friendly place with good business ethics.

Published at a month ago

Published at a month ago

You can always tell how good a place is by how poppin it is! Half the time there s a line out the door and it starts before they open! The staff here is always very friendly when I m there and in a great mood and they look like they re genuinely having a good time working there. I ve gotten the banana coffee, the peanut butter banana coffee and the London Fog and they ve always been 10/10 every time, and BTW this is the best London Fog I ve ever had in my life. The music is great and I love how they ve decorated inside it s a great atmosphere that s welcoming and you want to hang out and be in! Do be aware this is a Vietnamese coffee shop so they don t do espresso it s a Phin Drip style coffee and is prepared over night, so if you want something tailored for you this isn t really the kind of place you can do that if you re someone who wants to order a coffee with 3 shots of espresso. But super awesome and will be back soon!

Published at a month ago

One of the most popular spots on Main Street Garden Grove is this Vietnamese coffee shop Phin Smith. It s easy to spot with its signature blue Vespa parked out front. The whole place has a great vibe inside and out, and they sell their own roasted coffee beans for $16 a bag. If you ve had Vietnamese coffee before, you ll know that it has a distinctive flavor profile compared to other coffee beans. Their menu is pretty simple, focusing mainly on drip and specialty coffees, with an emphasis on custom brews and teas. The coffee options were so unique that I didn t know what to order at first. After quickly scrolling through some photos online, I decided to follow my gut and order the drink with green on top (which I assumed was matcha) and coffee at the bottom. So I asked, Which one is this on the menu? The barista replied, Oh, that s our Matcha Sua Da it s a secret menu item! I guess I got lucky, so of course, I had to try this secret drink. Here s where things got really interesting: when I pulled out my card to pay, the barista told me, No need to pay yet. I ll make the drink first, and you can try it. If you don t like it, I can adjust it to your taste. If you re still not satisfied, I can make you something else. I thought this service might be exclusive to more expensive custom drinks, but it wasn t! This is their standard practice for all orders. At $6.50 for a specialty coffee, it s around the same price as Starbucks, but their approach (focusing on instant customer feedback) is top-notch! Once I approved the drink after trying it, I headed over to the counter next to the canelé stall to pay. They don t ring up your order when you first place it, so when it s time to pay, you have to tell the cashier what you ordered, and then they charge you. This is probably because if you don t like what you ordered and switch to something else, it avoids the hassle of refunding and recharging the order. It s a unique system I hadn t encountered before, but it makes sense. The place was pretty packed, with lots of seating inside, but since the weather was nice, I chose to sit outside and do some people-watching. There s a fence separating the seating area from the street, so it feels safe. As for the coffee itself, it was slightly bitter, but the aroma was rich, and the matcha added just the right touch of sweetness to balance out the bitterness. I d never had a flavor combination like this before, and I really enjoyed it! My friend also enjoyed her O ahu Joe. 12921 Main St, Garden Grove, CA 92840 Parking: There is a parking lot across the Phin Smith.

Published at a month ago

First time trying Phin Smith during our road trip to LA. Will definitely visit their Vegas store after trying it. The barista help us with our order before paying. Since it s our first time they ask to hold on paying to make sure we like we ordered I do recommend their original Vietnamese coffee. But I truly loved the banana coffee. My wife preferred to have their hot drip. They also sell pastries at the store and other merchandise. Parking was easy street parking vs parking lot behind the store. Will definitely come back and try their other coffee.

Published at a month ago

I came here on a Sunday morning and I was surprised by how the shop had a decent amount of people already! I ordered their coconut coffee blend. I thought it was good, but the coconut to coffee ratio was about 75%/25%, so it tasted mostly like coconut. An extra espresso shot is free, so I highly recommend the extra shot if you want a more 50/50 ratio between the coconut and coffee. My sister got the extra expresso shot and hers really hit the mark on the coffee kick I was looking for, and this is coming from someone who doesnt drink coffee on a daily basis! Im sad that it didnt give me the coffee kick that I wanted, but I thought the flavor was spot on, so I would come back if Im in the area again. My sister also mentioned to me that they source their coffee beans directly from Vietnam! There is a free parking lot right behind the shop. We also found free street parking easily.

Published at 2 months ago

Published at 2 months ago

Its a very trendy and high volume coffee shop. Its a fun experience and the coffees are solid Id say the coffees are above average but nothing too special. Theyre decently cheap and the cafe was decorated very nicely However, it was so busy and the ordering system was kind of interesting where you go tell a barista what you want and then youre directed to walk over to a different station where you tell someone else behind a cash register what your order was. Really chaotic especially when its busy. The cafe was also extremely busy so there wasnt a single place to sit down Coffee: 8/10 Service: 6/10 Atmosphere: 5/10 Value: 7/10

Published at 2 months ago

Published at 3 months ago

Been on my bookmarks forever and luckily my friend wanted to go here. This is a huge coffee spot with tons of available seating and very spacious. We got there around 9ish and it was empty and quiet, but 30min later, this place was bustling with long lines and even continued outside! The ordering is a bit different. Theres about 4-5 baristas making coffee but each one of them calls you up individually and personally makes your coffee. Im so happy with mine because I told her I wanted the Banana coffee but I like mine not too strong, light, and creamy. She couldnt have make it more perfect. I couldve literally gotten a bigger size and wouldve finished it. I will definitely recommend coming back here and getting it again and they even had a cute little Farmers market going on too. I even bought a nice handmade cutting board!

Published at 3 months ago

Published at 3 months ago

The drinks are really good and the staff is friendly but dont get their pastries their croissant was chewy as hell.

Published at 3 months ago

Phin Smith is a hidden gem in the city of Garden Grove and their location is perfectly on historical Main Street. Their coffee and tea are perfectly crafted and made to order in front of you. The banana coffee is delectable and not too sweet. I love that they do not charge for an extra shot. Their customer service is on point and their staff provide excellent recommendations. Personally the place is so busy that I do not want to hangout there. I would rather grab my coffee and enjoy Main Street.

Published at 3 months ago

Hands down the best coffee place I ve ever tried when traveling around the world. Baristas are kind and are willing to change things for you if you don t like the results. They sell merchandise. They have a Vespa as decor outside. I would fly all the way back there just to taste their drinks again.

Published at 3 months ago

Published at 3 months ago

Published at 3 months ago

Very strong and rich in flavors, me and my friends liked it a lot!!

Published at 3 months ago

I tried their traditional Vietnamese iced coffee and it slapped. First time visiting this shop and it was quite efficient, going from the crafting of the drink to checking out. Very punctual and friendly. None of their drinks can be substituted or altered to make their drinks provide the best experience (according to a sign in store) so I would ask the barista which drinks are more of what you re leaning more towards (caffeinated vs non-caffeinated or sweet vs not too sweet, etc). Study work environment friendly with free WiFi. Not sure how outlet is like but I m sure they re pretty good with WiFi and spacious seating. Would love to come back to try their other interesting drinks like their summer special taro affogato.

Published at 3 months ago

Really tasty drinks and great customer service but holy cow is the place busy. Every seat was taken and the line was out the door. The drinks are really tasty though so I can understand the hype, but this is not a chill place to sit and relax.

Published at 4 months ago

Published at 4 months ago

Great blueberry matcha latte, lavender also excellent. Skip out on the strawberrys and cream matcha. Soul was good

Published at 4 months ago

Came back here after 4 years and would say interior design changed or expanded. Quite busy on the weekdays but line moved fast n arrived at the cashier around 10 mins wait. Ordered 6 drinks (most to least) 1. Taro affogato (9.5/10) 2. Cà phê S a á (9/10) 3. Coconut coffee (8.8/10) 4. Rose latte (7.5/10) 5. Lavender matcha latte (6.8/10) 6. Ca phe Brulee (NEW) 4/10, black coffee and egg? No! It s supposed to be Ca phe sua da and the egg on top. It s northern style. Never see this but not recommended. I liked the unique experience with letting you tru before checkout and friendly barista. Order, try and pay instead of order, pay and leave or remake the drink. This actually reduces unsatisfied experience. However I feel weird if I ask to try them all so I only tried 2 out of 6. Prices: decent in OC compared to LA definitely cheaper and more quality! Watch full experience on my YT channel if you want!

Published at 4 months ago

Best cafe in OC far and away.

Published at 4 months ago

This place can be pretty busy, but for good reason. Ive been coming here since they first opened and still to do day, this is one of my favorite places for coffee. I love the Coconut coffee blend and thats literally all I come here for lol they have seasonal drinks Ill try with my family or friends but Im always getting the Coconut coffee lol service is always friendly and positive. Drinks usually are pretty quick as well even when its busy. I always have a good experience here.

Published at 4 months ago

Published at 5 months ago

Tried the coconut coffee. Staff asked me have I been there before and I said it s my first time here. She said I can try the coffee and if I don t like it I don t have to pay. Very nice service. Of course it was good!

Published at 5 months ago

PLEASE TRY THE BLUEBERRY MATCHA LATTE. Best matcha I ve ever had, the blueberry flavor is really light and added something to the matcha that makes it so refreshing! The service was also top tier! They told me if I didn t like the drink, they would remake it to my liking. Super cheap too, it was only $6.

Published at 5 months ago

1 word: Banana coffee!

Published at 5 months ago

Published at 5 months ago

Has to be one of my favorite Vietnamese coffee spots. The staff is incredibly sweet (wish I had names to drop here because they deserve recognition)! Clean spot, amazing decor, coffee is everything. The coconut coffee - to die for.

Published at 5 months ago

Very good coconut coffee. Highly recommended place for the atmosphere and services. Drinks are excellent as well.

Published at 5 months ago

Try my first Phin Smith Ca Phe su da in Vegas and had to come to the OG in Garden Grove. Best Ca Phe su da!

Published at 5 months ago

Visited this place when my boyfriend and I made a trip down to LA in Feb and really liked the vibes. The employees were phenomenal! I really liked the fact that they let us try our drinks first, asked how we liked it, and was willing to adjust anything to the drinks before they sent us out with it. We ordered the coconut Vietnamese coffee and it was indescribably delicious! I m now back in the Bay Area and have yet to find anything that tastes as good as the one here. This place is a must when I come back to LA!

Published at 5 months ago

Published at 5 months ago

This place is super cute and delicious. They re also so fast. I ve been here three times this week. Decided to show up at 8 am Saturday I figured I d come in when they open and before the crowds. To my surprise they had a line out the door. The way they moved this line so fast blew my mind. And the coffee as delicious as ever. Love this place.

Published at 5 months ago

I regret to inform you that there isnt one near my residence. I was pleasantly surprised by the delightful combination of coffee and coconut. If you happen to be in the vicinity, I highly recommend visiting this establishment and indulging in their delectable offerings. The staff, particularly on the day I visited, demonstrated exceptional attentiveness despite the long queue extending beyond the entrance.

Published at 5 months ago

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Published at 6 months ago

Published at 6 months ago

Excellent coffee shop location, I have loved every drink I have tried. The staff is so friendly and accommodating.

Published at 6 months ago

Published at 6 months ago

Everything is excellent - especially the banana coffee - only wish they d open at 7am for those of us who have jobs- Parking: Only a couple spots right in front but there is a lot across from them -

Published at 6 months ago

I am addicted to the Phin style coffee! As a coffee enthusiast, I can confidently say this is my absolutely favorite coffee drink of all time. Service is fantastic! Great place to study or hangout.

Published at 6 months ago

Published at 6 months ago

If you re looking for espresso in Garden Grove I highly recommended this spot. I walked in my first time a couple of months ago and let them know my tastes and they hit me with the perfect drink for me the Dustino. I m impressed with their service and the taste of the drinks is amazing. It s been a bit warm inside when I ve been in so that was a bit disappointing but overall it still has a great coffee shop vibe.

Published at 6 months ago

Javacado is my most favorite drink here. I like how they make sure you taste your drink after its made first to make sure you are absolutely happy with your order. The owner is also a great guy! Definitely recommend coming here and supporting this cafe.

Published at 6 months ago

Went here for Vietnamese coffee and it didn t disappoint. The Vietnamese coffee was the best that I ve tasted by far! The barista was very friendly and even offered me a taste before completing my order. I would highly recommend this place!

Published at 6 months ago

Love the Oahu Joe.

Published at 6 months ago

Excellent place to hang out for coffee or other drinks. Coffee is fabulous, and the price is right

Published at 7 months ago

Best coffee shop in OC and the world Tried Da Vien first, but this place blows it out of the water. Service is so sweet too. Just amazing. My favorite thing is the traditional viet coffee (Phin style); you can get it less sweet too, which means they add a little more coffee. We ve tried the coconut coffee and some other specials . But the traditional is something we get everytime we come. Absolute must when you re in the area

Published at 7 months ago

My first time here. I went across the last time even though I was aiming to go to PS. When I ordered coconut coffee, The barista guy asked if this was my first time. He made the drink to make sure the drink is my liking. He said he can add more coffee if it is not strong enough. Thats some top customer satisfaction engagement. Quality mind set. No wonder the place have a lot of 5 stars review. The interior decor is nice and clean. The barista coffee making area looks really congested since there are at least 10 baristslas. There was a nice green corvette parked right out side.

Published at 7 months ago

I recommend this place to everyone. Everything I have gotten here has great flavor and everyone working is so friendly.

Published at 7 months ago

Pre made coffee? I ordered a HOT latte with a whole milk so I was expecting a fresh espresso shot with just a whole milk, simple order! The server instead brings this container that filled with brown liquid and poured into the cup and served to me. I was so confused. I tried not to judge and just decided to try it out. It tastes awful. It has the room temperature and has nothing to do with latte. I honesty don t even know what to call it. Why?

Published at 7 months ago

They were so nice.

Published at 7 months ago

Great coffee but their bathroom has been broken for months. Theyre obviously not wanting customers to use it. Will change my rating when they remove the sign and allow customers to use.

Published at 7 months ago

Very unique and creative drinks you cant find anywhere else. Service is very fast. Great drinks.

Published at 7 months ago

Published at 7 months ago

Amazing service and quality drinks. I loved the banana coffee

Published at 7 months ago

Published at 7 months ago

I am absolutely OBSESSED with their banana coffee. I have been back multiple times since I discovered this adorable coffee shop. Quick service, although it does get busy on the weekends. Highly recommend!

Published at 8 months ago

Published at 8 months ago

Great coffee, friendly staff, and positive vibes.

Published at 8 months ago

Published at 8 months ago

Parking: Parking is either a hit or miss. There s free street parking. Careful parking in some street spots as they have restricted times. Ambiance/Environment: You ll notice they are always busy. Constant customers walking in. It s very spacious inside with enough seating for large groups, doubles, and singles. Service: Don t be intimidated by the long line. Their throughput is quick and efficient! We ordered two drinks and waited under 3 minutes. Baristas are very knowledgeable about their drinks. What made this a unique experience for us was their reversed operations. The usual coffee operation is ordering with the cashier and paying at the register prior to retrieving your order from the barista. At Phin Smith, you actually place your order with the barista at the bar, try out your drink first, and if you re satisfied with your order, then you pay at the register in the end. If you re not satisfied with your order, let the barista know so they can remake your order until you are satisfied. Genius! Drinks: 1) Seoul Latte (seasonal) - Made up of three layers. The bottom layer is your choice of milk, the middle layer is the Phin dripped coffee, and the top layer is house made foam. So delicious! Not too sweet at all! It is definitely a taste of Korea. 8/10 2) Peanut Butter Coffee - I heard this was one of their popular drinks, so I had to try this for myself. I looove peanut butter, and I love coffee. Why not get the best of both worlds? The peanut butter wasn t too overpowering; not too sweet either. Tasted well with their Phin dripped coffee. 8/10 Pricing: Prices are $$ average and fair. We ordered two large drinks, and the total came out to $13.05 after taxes.

Published at 8 months ago

I met the owner and he was very kind and made me a coffee himself. This is my girlfriends favorite coffee place with good reason, nothing but positive things to say about this coffee shop and it s owner

Published at 8 months ago

Published at 9 months ago

One of my friends recommended that I try this place out since I was in the area. I am glad that I took her advice and came here. I was torn between the banana coffee and the coconut coffee blend, so I just got both. I am super glad that I did. The banana coffee was unique but surprisingly very good. The coconut coffee blend was just something out of this world. Its one of the most refreshing coffee drinks Ive ever had. I would highly recommend this place out if you want something thats out of the ordinary.

Published at 9 months ago

Published at 9 months ago

This place is very efficient and super well done! You order and get to try the drink for any modifications before paying. The coffee was so great, no changes needed. Would definitely recommend the banana coffee. There is ample seating and a nice relaxing atmosphere. A great stop for sure!

Published at 9 months ago

That s not my choice of quality bean and the cafe s atmosphere but it s quite good for someone who loves Vietnamese coffee and the professional operation they ve had, so I d love to vote 4*

Published at 10 months ago

My personal favorite

Published at 10 months ago

My sister has always gotten PS drinks for me so this is my first time being inside their place and order in person. The service was extreme rude when I asked about the details of some items on the menu. I believe this is fair to ask from me since there is no description on the menu. I even looked up their menu on their website while I was in line and there was no description either. I want to emphasize that their coffee and matcha latte are great but I am super disappointed with their service and will probably not come back.

Published at 10 months ago

Love everything about the place except for one thing. The Internet. The reason I did this review was so that hopefully it gets brought up to the owners attention. I love coming to study here, but the internet goes in and out all the time. Other than that, its the perfect place to study and get really good coffee. Staff is 10/10. Parking: Parking is good.

Published at 10 months ago

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Published at 10 months ago

Coconut coffee was the bomb!

Published at 10 months ago

Im not too big on sitting and enjoying coffee at a coffee shop, let alone paying for coffee instead of making it myself at home, but thats what I did today with my fiance as we reflected on 2023 in our annual year in review. I had a Vietnamese coffee which I felt could have been made stronger (i.e. bitter), but I didnt complain. The service here is great and this place can get very crowded with a line out the door. I also tried their guava cheese danish and wish it could have been warmed up. Theres also a bathroom here which typical requires a code to enter and use. Theres also a light switch right by the bathroom which controls the main chandelier lights and occasionally an oblivious person would lean on thereby briefly turning off the lights. Theres also outdoor seating here too. Parking: It was very difficult to find a spot but maybe I wasnt looking in the right area Kid-friendliness: Id say not for kids. Wheelchair accessibility: Yes

Published at a year ago

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The best coconut coffee and service. Everyone was kind and told me to try the coffee first before to make sure it s to my liking! Amazing! Thank you for a wonderful experience.

Published at a year ago

Excellent drinks! Visited on my last day in town and tried their Taiwanese sea salt coffee Shout out to Ken for your patience and awesome service!

Published at a year ago

It was my first time visiting LA and this coffee place. I ordered the coconut ice coffee with my family (not sure what the exact name was called) It tasted amazing, it beats any ice coffee in the world in my opinion. Im trying to remake it at home but its impossible haha. If anyone is looking for a cafe place visit Phin Smith. Staff was nice. The bakery goods looked good too.

Published at a year ago

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Overall great coffee and wonderful experience. No changes to drinks so as is it is to not change the recipe. Makes ordering quick and easy. The iced drinks are so pretty when served in layers. Once mixed, the flavor is solid. Love coming here as a treat.

Published at a year ago

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Great little coffee shop on Main Street in Garden Grove. Nice place to get your coffee to go, or you can sit inside where they have wifi. The lines can be long at times, but the wait and the coffee are worth it. Look for the blue Vespa in front of the shop. Enjoy!

Published at a year ago

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Nice place, good service, friendly staff!

Published at a year ago

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Great spot! I ve been here multiple times and have never had a bad experience. The latest time I was here, I got a banana coffee, it was flavorful and definitely a strong coffee. All other options on the menu are great too! You can t go wrong with their phin style sua da, it s excellent.

Published at a year ago

Friendly staff, cool atmosphere, and delicious drinks. Vietnamese ice coffee is the best.

Published at a year ago

Got the coconut coffee of course. Amazing as usual double shot so will be extra wired. Well worth the detour to the airport to pick it up.

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Great customer service, great coffee

Published at a year ago

The banana coffee is to die for. Also, the service here is amazing! Love this cool cafe for getting work done, but also getting amazing coffee! I would highly recommend. If it s your first time, they let you taste test any drink!

Published at a year ago

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Delish peanut butter iced coffee.

Published at a year ago

The coconut late is so good

Published at a year ago

Phin Smith is in the heart of Garden Groves Main Street. There are several great coffee shops to choose from, however, Phin Smiths is my favorite. They offer unique flavors of coffee, a nice selection of patesseries, and always A+ customer service. The atmosphere is inviting, and its a great place to bring your mobile office and get some work or school work done. Be sure to check this one out!

Published at a year ago

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Loved the atmosphere, very spacious seating and lovely decor. Got the Vietnamese iced coffee without hazelnut cream and it was delicious. The guy at the counter was very nice and allowed me to try the drink first to see if I liked it before paying.

Published at a year ago

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Ca phe sua da phin style, with an extra shot, and no regrets.

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The quality and diversity of the drinks and price merits five stars. I had an iced coconut latte, and it was too cold for the weather today! However, I can see why it is a popular menu item - it is unlike any other latte specialty I ve ever tried. The people were quick to whip up my order. I ordered an accompanying banana bread because it was a recommended pasty apart from the ham and cheese croissant and guava cheese croissant. I devoured the banana bread $4! I couldn t finish the coconut latte $7! However, I liked the general spaciousness of the cafe and the motorbike branding. There s a good amount of seating. A good place to work or chat with friends. I read a review commenting on the air freshener being a bit too strong - it is. Still a lovely cafe!

Published at a year ago

Published at a year ago

Delicious Vietnamese coffee place! A bunch of delicious flavors! I had the banana flavor. Go to the server counter first and ask to try any flavor. If you like it, tell them to make it, then go to the cashier counter and pay.

Published at a year ago

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Published at a year ago

I love phin smith. My favorite is their rose latte and my husbands favorite is their coconut blended coffee. Service is always really nice and they re super fast on drinks. The cashier had now been moved to the right which makes a lot more sense. A lot of seating inside with a cozy atmosphere.

Published at a year ago

The line was deceiving. It was long but it moved pretty quick. We got a traditional Vietnamese iced coffee and a Freestyle Vietnamese iced coffee. The freestyle makes it slightly sweeter not too much of a difference in my opinion from the traditional. Both very delicious and rich in flavor. Not from the area but if I happen to be in Garden Grove I d make the effort to come back for sure. The staff was also very friendly despite the line and crowds.

Published at a year ago

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Vietnamese Coffee with Hazelnut cream was amazing. It had the right texture and consistency.

Published at a year ago

Yummy

Published at a year ago

Just great. The vibes, the workers, the taste. This place has it all.

Published at a year ago

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Labor Day Weekend. I was hungover, from the night before so I came here with my hangover pills (OHCap) and got some coffee to get me right. The GF suggested this place because she used to live nearby and said it was good. The first thing I notice walking in is that the aesthetics of this place give off a great vibe. You see people studying or working in there with laptops. You also see groups of people just catching up with each other. Its been a while since Ive come to a Viet coffee shop so of course I had to order a classic one. The GF got the lavender latte. Her drink is personally not my thing, but I could tell it was good. So how come I give it 4 stars? Well when I ordered from the barista, I ask him if he could add less condensed milk. I usually like mine slightly less sweet so I can taste the strong coffee. He was also talking very quietly...like library quiet. I THINK he acknowledged my request but I wasnt sure. Anyway, the coffee came out really sweet. Either he didnt hear me or their coffee is even sweeter than that. Still, I think this place is pretty good despite my experience. With the help of their coffee and OHCap, poof my hangover was gone and I had energy for the rest of the day. Id come back and try it again, while people watching and doing work. Next time I wont be hungover.

Published at a year ago

Phin Smith is a Viet coffee place that has been near my house for years but I ve never really gone into it until now. Man have I missed out. When I walked in, I was immediately greeted by the barista. I went up to the counter and was very confused by the menu. Thankfully, the barista was really kind and helped me out. Something that really shocked me was they let me try the drink BEFORE I paid for it. If I didn t like the drink, they would let me choose a different one. I ordered the Green Thai Tea. To be honest, I was very skeptical of their flavors at first but the tea turned out SO GOOD. After they made sure I was satisfied with my drink, they let me pay. Phin Smith is really awesome and affordable. My drink was (around) 5 dollars. Compared to other local cafes, Phin Smith is really unique. Definitely revisiting soon.

Published at a year ago

Just a heads up, they don t have a dine out place. I thought they did because of the pictures on reviews. The neighboring store does, people usually buy from here and go to the next store to get cakes and sit outside. The dine out is by the parking lot. Although their drinks are really delightful- I had their dutch mocha blend.

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tooop

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Im from Seattle. Its supposed to be the land of the Good drink/ coffee shop its been dethroned. Phin Smith was worth the trip to garden Grove and certainly the best part of my trip to Anaheim if youre around Disney, take a trip to garden Grove. Get one of the best drinks of your life.

Published at a year ago

Good house coffee, just too sweet

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Pros First class service Unique drinks High quality coffee Great seating options whether you re studying, working, or meeting with friends/family. Lively vibe Cons WiFi can be spotty at times Occasionally a long line

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Great coffee shop and delicious drinks. Vietnamese coffee is absolutely delicious.

Published at a year ago

Best coffee ive had in my entire life.

Published at a year ago

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I came with a few friends and 3 children aged 10-12 and one person came first to get a table. We didnt have enough seats so we took a chair from an empty table next to no one sitting. When leaving. After cleaning the table, we forgot to return the chairs to the next table. After leaving the store and walking out into the street, an employee from the barista counter ran out with a very annoyed look on his face and said, Next time, remember to get another chair and return it to the old place. We were quite surprised with his attitude. We apologize for that, we didnt mean it. Indeed, with such an attitude towards customers, we will never return to the store. And the shop should fix the toilet so customers can use it.

Published at a year ago

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This coffee shop is absolutely spectacular. The customer service you receive here is very top-notch and impressive. You order whatever coffee you would like and you don t have to pay if you do not like it, you can just get it re-made. The coconut ice coffee is one of the best coffee s I have ever had hands-down. And the picture below you will see it is absolutely wonderful. If you were in the area you definitely have to try this coffee shop.

Published at a year ago

Cant get enough of their Taro Affogato. My gotos (all w an extra shot): Taro Affogato, oaho Joe, Javacado, Banana coffee

Published at a year ago

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Killer good cafe. This is always a stop when my wife and I are in the area.

Published at a year ago

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Love the coconut coffee

Published at a year ago

Amazing coffee My favorite rose flavored one. Very attentive servers Made my day by asking to adjust and making coffee to my liking. Nice ambiance and neighborhood. Its lil busy at times, but that s understandable coz their coffee it amazing. Line moves fast so no complaints.

Published at a year ago

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Im addicted to the peanut butter coffee here. Here are some tips for first timers since I was confused about the ordering process: - wait in line (by the TV monitors) for a barista to call you over to take your order - pay at the register and let the cashier know what you ordered - wait for your drink (the barista that took your order will usually be the one to let you know when the order is ready) It was quite warm inside today, like the AC wasnt turned on (or broken). Hopefully thats addressed before the temps go up. Parking: Limited spots and always end up parking in the college area by the McDonalds.

Published at a year ago

I love this place. My friend told me about it, and since then, its been my go-to place for coffee. The coffees are top tier. But it does get really packed during the weekends, mostly on Sundays due to the farmers market.

Published at a year ago

Definitely my favorite coffee spot! The coffee is delicious and the service is excellent. Definitely recommend this to everyone.

Published at a year ago

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I always stop by if Im in the area! I personally love the blueberry matcha latte.

Published at a year ago

Phin Smith is one of my favorite coffee shops in town. I have been going there for a few months now and I always love their coffee and their service. They have a variety of drinks, from espresso to cold brew, and they use high-quality beans and roasts. Their coffee is smooth, rich, and flavorful, and they have different sizes and options to suit your preferences. The staff is very friendly and attentive. They greet you with a smile and make your order quickly and accurately. They also remember your name and your usual drink, which makes you feel welcome and appreciated. They are always happy to chat with you or give you recommendations if you are not sure what to get. The environment is great for any occasion. The place is cozy and comfortable, with plenty of seating and outlets. The decor is modern and stylish, with a lot of natural light and plants. The music is relaxing and not too loud. It is a perfect spot for meeting with friends, studying, working, or just chilling by yourself. I recently got the 32oz Cold Brew big can for togo and it was amazing. It was refreshing and energizing, and it lasted me for a couple of days. It was a great deal for the quality and quantity of coffee. I will definitely get it again next time I visit. Phin Smith is a gem of a coffee shop that I highly recommend to anyone who loves coffee and good vibes. It is one of the best places in town to enjoy a delicious drink and a friendly atmosphere.

Published at a year ago

I really like their coconut coffee! I got my drink very quickly and everyone was friendly. I will definitely go back again when Im in the area!

Published at a year ago

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Restroom broken

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We ordered coconut coffee and Taiwanese sea salt coffee. Its the best. Its so good. The combination of coconut and coffee is the best. But unfortunately, Taiwanese sea salt coffee didnt suit my taste. The employees were also very kind and friendly.

Published at a year ago

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This is my favorite place to have Vietnamese coffee. I crave it constantly and wish they would open up earlier so I could grab some every day before going to work!

Published at a year ago

Staffs friendly, quick service, especially Coconut Coffee is good !

Published at a year ago

Nice coconut coffee

Published at a year ago

Coffee is ok. Check your plastic cups. Cracked and still served it to me. The cup was leaking when i received it. Only noticed it was a broken cup when my cup holder was flooded with sweet coffee. Do better guys

Published at a year ago

Amazing service and all the drinks are delicious

Published at a year ago

wow!! literally life changing!! we got the ca phe sua da (phin style) and it is sweet but really amazing. we also got the green thai tea which is one of the best drinks ive ever had. super good!! service is also really amazing and personalized.

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So delicious! Made a special stop while visiting from Palm Springs!! Really miss this place!!

Published at a year ago

The blueberry matcha is the best! If you want a spot to work, you must come in early cause it gets busy really quickly

Published at a year ago

I love Vietnamese iced coffee and knew I had to give this place a try when another reviewer said that it s better than 7 Leaves (which I love). There was a line out the door but the staff were so efficient and friendly I was out the door with my drink in less than 5 minutes. I got the large Vietnamese iced coffee with sea salt foam. It was smooth, creamy, and delicious (and better than 7 Leaves!) I ll definitely be back for more.

Published at a year ago

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The coffee was good extremely sweet the customer service was OK. I asked a ton of questions and they seemed a bit uncomfortable, responding but understandable I ll probably come back and try something unique and different this time around we opted for the Vietnamese iced coffee with hazelnut foam

Published at a year ago

We came here to try based on the reviews and recommendations. Vibe, service, and atmosphere were great. We only tried the original phin smith coffee. Wife thought it was one of the best and gave it 5*. Im not much of a coffee person, but it wasnt anything spectacular, so I gave it 4.5*.

Published at a year ago

Hours are really dumb. Can never make it on time after work. Try 10am - 6pm. Generally people don t have iced coffee at 8am. Great drinks though.

Published at a year ago

The coffee was good, but Cafe Sua Da seemed pre made. I couldnt adjust the sweetness level. It could has been cheaper than $5 for a pre made coffee.

Published at a year ago

Some of the BEST drinks I ve ever sipped! I ve ordered my go-to melon matcha over 10x now, and they ve never disappointed - consistency is key and they hit it on the dot. They re set up also allows for a personal touch when your order - your order is placed with the same person making your drink. I love that aspect! Other favorites include their traditional iced Vietnamese coffee. Expect a line, but it moved quick and worth the wait.

Published at a year ago

Above and beyond service for a coffee shop. The staff made sure we like how coffee tasted before we leave the shop. Cute merchandises.

Published at a year ago

One of the best coffee in town Struong Cosmetic Food

Published at a year ago

Love their Hawaiian and lavender latte!!!!

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Whenever I m in the area or close to Phin Smith, it s always a visit. My all time favorite would be their banana latte and second choice would be the coconut coffee. Banana latte tastes as if they took real bananas and infused it in their latte (tastes better than it sounds). The coconut coffee has a fresh coconut slushy with espresso shots poured over. It s quite a treat. Would highly recommend their banana latte. Tried their charcoal coffee and it tasted more of cream and the bit of sweetness reminded me hints of caramel.

Published at a year ago

I email them about two weeks ago about open late in the future but no answer from them. Lost a great customer. STARBUCKS for me.

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I have been a customer of Phin Smith since they opened. The coffee is so good and other drinks on the menu are great too. The staff and service here are amazing. Cant wait to visit their second location.

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Great place for coffee

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This coffee was so good. I ordered their signature beverage and really loved how creamy it is. Yummy.

Published at a year ago

Amazing coffee. Fast and friendly service. Best place for coffee in the area

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Pretty good drinks! However, store closes at 4pm but they re starting to kick you out at 3:50pm

Published at a year ago

Went in for coffee first time as a friend invited me to go in, staff was super friendly, tried the javacado.....superb, highly recommended

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Best cafe s a á ever!. You can smell the roasted coffee beans when ppl were coming in and out of the front door. It was a steady crowd Mon around 1130a. You know its good when the cafe is full of Vietnamese ppl like my grandpas age. It was smooth, creamy, and nutty like a hazelnut and didnt leave that bitter coffee after taste. I love how they drip it in front of you. $5 small/ $5.50 for a large is very reasonable. So good my friend and I came back and ordered 4 more to go so we could have it the next morning before our flight back to Canada...Im still dreaming about it.

Published at a year ago

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Had to do some business in the area so decided to try this place out. Super cute, with well spaced tables with high ceilings and lots of ventilation. There were a lot of seated customers when I went, but it never felt crowded. I ordered the Vietnamese iced coffee and they offered to let me try the drink first before I paid for it, which I actually have never experienced before and really liked. My drink was delicious so obviously I paid and will be going back the next time I m in the area.

Published at a year ago