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Bodhi Leaf Coffee Traders
20025 Lake Forest Dr STE 101, Lake Forest, CA 92630, United States
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Bodhi Leaf Coffee Traders
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Su
Review №1

In between 2nd and 3rd wave coffee. Great environment to study or do some work. However, the cortado I received was a bit average. The milk used was on the colder side. For these types of coffee drinks the temperature of the milk in my opinion is one of the most important things. It can make or break the experience. Overall I wasnt disappointed and will probably be back to try some of their other drinks!-3/5

Ha
Review №2

The chicken chipotle sandwich I got has very hard crust which is hard to chew. They probably left it in the oven for an extra minute. I didn’t like it and exchanged it for grilled cheese with onions. The spiced mocha is too sweet. I’ll probably go to the one in orange from next time. It’s way better than that this.

To
Review №3

This place has great tasting coffee and lots of side snacks or sandwiches to enjoy with your coffee. I would have given this visit a five-star had it not been for the 20 minute wait I had with only three other people in front of me. It wasnt for lack of employees because I saw at least four. If you have a chance, order ahead of time and hopefully itll be ready for you but definitely dont try to do it on your 15 minute break or if youre in a hurry for any reason.

Lo
Review №4

Highly recommend this place. Great coffee and Great staff. Always good food. My favorite is the pour over.

Po
Review №5

Can’t believe we are so lucky to find this coffee place here; it was yummy yummy 😋 The single region espresso was perfectly roasted today. Service was super friendly; and we enjoyed the chocolate chip cookie as after dinner dessert. Perfect way to wrap our long day ☕️

Da
Review №6

Delicious brew, cold brew and morning snacks. Good amount of seating and easy to find. Super friendly baristas full of awesome energy. They are also very accommodating and have an awesome community

Le
Review №7

Always amazing and delicious. Fresh coffee, prefect every time.

Er
Review №8

Great coffee and food saved me from suffering jet lag. I’m glad my first stop in California is here.

Br
Review №9

Bodhi has been my go to place for about three years. Very few places can measure up to their coffee.

Gr
Review №10

Favorite coffee spot in the area. Good cappuccino, nice food options and great service and atmosphere

Mi
Review №11

Hand crafted coffee favorites at their finest. Support small business!

Ja
Review №12

I got the Chai Tea Latte, dirty, I think he called it, with a shot of espresso. I also got the danky rito the fine gentleman recommended as well. (The one in the middle, 2nd option down,,cant remember the name) . Both the iced dirty chai latte and rito were delicious, rito 2nd only to Lindas coffee house blast burrito. Will be coming back again forsure. No mask required was a huge plus too ;) 5/30/21

Ke
Review №13

Delish! The spiced mocha is fab. Tastes like Mexican hot chocolate

Ma
Review №14

Are you looking for a great place to have coffee while you tell mediocre jokes to people who really don’t want to hear them? Then come check out Bodhi Leaf. Super friendly staff who don’t have the heart to tell you your jokes aren’t funny, carefully crafted drinks, and an expansive menu of food and drink make Bodhi Leaf a sure-fire choice for any time of the day.

Es
Review №15

Clean, friendly not a lot of choices with protein;(.

El
Review №16

Love this little coffee shop. Great quality drinks and roasted beans.

Sp
Review №17

Great vibes and always a great time!

Ke
Review №18

Hands down the best latte Ive had in the area. Comfortable little spot with a great vibe, and a fantastic staff. I always look forward to coming back here.

G
Review №19

Great coffee and great service.

Al
Review №20

Best free trade coffee. Love everything about this place.

C.
Review №21

Great friendly service, good coffee options and breakfast burritos

Pe
Review №22

They now have a fuller menu done very nicely -- stop by please very clean very nice. The coffee is really good. The food is crazy good!

Su
Review №23

The nitro cold brew coffee is a delight

Wi
Review №24

Great Coffee and a great place to study.Ive come here twice, and both times myself and my friends are impressed by their sweetened coffee. Its really good, possibly the best Ive tried in the Orange County area.Studying is encouraged, as there are power strips and outlets there, along with a lot of sitting space. I get the feeling that due to the out of the way nature of the place it doesnt get the traffic it deserves.Ive personally only gone to the Lake Forrest store, but if the one in Orange is similar, Ill endorse that as well.

Ca
Review №25

Everyone is so friendly here and gets to know you and your name. Great place for a meeting. Most of the outdoor seating is in the shade and covered. Try the Single Origin espresso or the homemade kombucha. Breakfast burritos and quiche are awesome too!

Al
Review №26

This is an excellent coffee shop. They make great cappuccinos and lattes. On par with fancy places like Portola. The location is not great unless you live in Foothill Ranch. Way off the freeway, about 20-25 minutes inland.

J
Review №27

Very cool atmosphere and very spacious. Coffee is spot on as they roast their own coffee. Definitely a favorite spot.

Be
Review №28

Disclaimer: I worked here for a year. I will try to be unbiased.This is a cafe full of wonderful people, both customers and employees. The employees love to serve. The coffee is great, and they take care that milk is steamed correctly for each drink. Are you looking for traditional espresso drinks? Single origin pour-over? Sugary blended drinks? They have it all.Bodhi Leaf is an importer of coffee, so they have coffees from farms all over the world, and the selection is ever-changing, though there are some staple blends. Great place to buy beans!

an
Review №29

Bodhi leaf it has an amazing environment you go there and instantly you feel at home.Really good wifi a great place to get work done. As quite as a library. The only problem is just their specialty drinks they are cheap but lets just say you get what you get pay for.

Na
Review №30

I just started to drink coffee and just spent an arm and a leg on a expresso machine. So I’ve been buying and testing about a dozen brands. And so far I love the dark roast blend here the best. I drink my coffee black and a little diluted. And the coffee is still flavorful without being sour or bitter! The beans here are always fresh and the customer service is excellent. Thank you for making me stop drinking starbucks coffee!!

Ad
Review №31

Great Staff and great coffee. Especially recommend the Quezal Guatemala beans or the Brazilian

Ci
Review №32

Love their Chai Tea Latte. More complicated spices than you usually find. Im not a coffee drinker but so many choices. Very comfortable setting with free wi-fi, friendly employees and spacious

Br
Review №33

Fast friendly service and coffee is better then Starbucks.

Ta
Review №34

Been there once and tried their lavender latte. It tastes good like having a coffee in a spa! They have large tables for +6 which is great for coffee meetings. Not much food variety though.

El
Review №35

I really like this coffee house. The staff are very friendly and know their coffee. I buy their beans regularly and enjoy them a lot. My only suggestion would be for them to up their pastry game - when Hidden House was in that location, their pastries were amazing and an easy add-on sale.

Li
Review №36

Fantastic coffee, I love drinking coffee here every day. I love the stuff they are very helpful and their service is fantastic. Good job guys keep the good work.

Pa
Review №37

I had just a regular cup of coffee from here with a squirt of whipped cream on top - it was super tasty and super-powered me up for the next 2-3 hours! Wow!

Mi
Review №38

Very amazing coffee. Very subtle yet full bodied flavors and coffee. Worth the two hour drive.

Ja
Review №39

I call Bodhi Leaf my coffee house Disneyland because the coffee is delicious and it is always a very pleasant experience because of the amazing staff. Ben, Agnes, Shannon and Scott are especially knowledgeable and skilled baristas. They also have rocking personalities and will make your day because of their genuine and positive attitudes.

Ne
Review №40

So good! Friendly staff and great coffee with extended milk options!

Te
Review №41

Like their coffee brews. One of the largest and nicest environments for a quick break or an hour of coffee and wi-fi.

Ma
Review №42

This was my first time trying coffee here and it was wonderful! I tried the rose latte with coconut milk 😋I will be back, thank you for the awesome experience 😍😍

ji
Review №43

Thank you!

Jo
Review №44

Great service, amazing coffee. The cinnamon latte is my go-to.

EJ
Review №45

Very nice coffee

br
Review №46

Friendly staff and great coffee. Fast WiFi and room to chill.

mi
Review №47

Best coffee ever👍👍👍

St
Review №48

The best coffee. Have tried several of their coffee drinks. Each one was magnificent.

Da
Review №49

Great shop with nice employees, atmosphere, and amazing coffee

An
Review №50

It had a reasonably charming atmosphere but i had a cup of drip coffee and it wasnt good at all. My daughter and I sat in faux leather chairs that were peeling badly. Unless someone opened the door near to us, it was very warm. They need more cooling near the windows. I would not meet my daughter here again for a coffee date unless these things were changed.

Au
Review №51

Solid coffee, a good amount of seating and parking. Best of all really good and fast wifi.

Gl
Review №52

I can only say that I found the coffee really good. And the cinnamon muffin that was like their version of cinnamon roll was very yummy.

Ja
Review №53

Great selection of roasted coffee. They have a great team that make for a great experience.

Da
Review №54

Always a good time. Staff is friendly. Drip coffee needs to be served hotter. IMHO

Ch
Review №55

One of our top 3 favorite cafes! They serve some savory empanadas now, which are delicious. Coffee is delicious, atmosphere is great, baristas are awesome! Very friendly environment. They may need more seating areas soon because were telling everyone about this place.

In
Review №56

Delicious cappuccino excellent service

Ka
Review №57

Love the atmosphere and the variety of flavors. Excellent meeting spot.

Ty
Review №58

Good vibe. Great espresso and cinnamon latte. Really nice folks.

Ja
Review №59

I hope this coffee place is here to stay! Super friendly staff and great drink menu. Havent tried any of the food here as I have celiac, but I hear the waffles and empanadas are good.

Sh
Review №60

Love the Blended coffees here. All employees are so nice and Happy. Love it here👏👏👏❤❤❤

Ma
Review №61

One of my favorite coffee shops. A large selection of coffees from all over the world. I also buy green coffee from them and roast at home. When I go by there I try one of their weekly new coffees either as a pour over or french press. If I realky like it I buy 5-10 lbs to take home and roast myself. Very friendly and helpful staff. They know about the coffees or arent afraid to ask a coworker if they dont. Lots of seating and just enough parking. They also have muffins and desserts if you are into that.

Ca
Review №62

They do their own roasting and they have a nice friendly and relax setting.

Er
Review №63

Knowledgeable staff and fantastic selection of beans and brew options. My favorite local place for coffee.

Da
Review №64

Tasty Lavender Latte. Oat milk options. Good vibe.

Ro
Review №65

Bodhi has the best variety to AMAZING beans youll ever find. Light, dark, and in between from all over the world, and roasted right here!

Al
Review №66

I appreciate the atmosphere here and strong flavourful coffee thats not burnt. Awesome place, highly recommended

Sc
Review №67

It seems trendy enough. However the coffee absolutely sucks. It was a waste of time and money.

Do
Review №68

Very clean. Super friendly and courteous staff. Love it.

Pe
Review №69

Not comparable yet to the Bodhi Leaf in Katella Ave., City of Orange. Although they are carching up on their Cappuccino with half and half, presentation and all.The servers are a lot better in Katella AveThey are always pleasant to remind you about the reward. In Lake Forest Ave. they care less about their promo that you have to remind them. This make sense to the regular and people planning to be regular.

Ro
Review №70

Coffee is good, but they sometimes close before their posted hours...

Ca
Review №71

Relaxing atmosphere, incredible coffee, and plenty of seating area. Definitely give this place a try.

Gl
Review №72

Relaxed atmosphere. Reasonably big space. Great coffee

Ya
Review №73

Super great coffee! Friendly people, great atmosphere & a lot of space to sit.

Al
Review №74

Excellent coffee, spacious and inviting. One of my favorite coffee shops in Southern OC.

Ra
Review №75

Best expresso out there. Friendly staff too.

Zs
Review №76

Good coffee and pastry. Friendly service

Iv
Review №77

Delicious coffee without the burnt taste.

ki
Review №78

Super great coffee with nice people and lots of space to work on a laptop

Ra
Review №79

Great selection of coffee, including cold brew on nitro☕

Ja
Review №80

Great coffee. They bags of fresh roasted coffee as well.

Jo
Review №81

Top quality coffee. Great service.

Mi
Review №82

Excellent black drip coffee.

Ca
Review №83

Friendly staff, good selection of coffee and non-coffee drinks.

St
Review №84

Great ambiance, great coffee and great service.

Br
Review №85

Good coffee in a real cup!

Je
Review №86

Coffee tastes great! Prices are a bit high, including the pastries.

Gi
Review №87

Nice atmosphere, very nice employees, kind to children, and very good spice Chai lattes and vegan desserts. 😊

As
Review №88

Great variety of coffee and always high quakity...

Jo
Review №89

Always excellent coffee, and they have travelers!

Ga
Review №90

Coffee and teas are great, service is outstanding!

Ja
Review №91

Great to have a local coffee roasters.

Ed
Review №92

There customer service representative and we can use the WiFi here.

Be
Review №93

Frosted coffee mugs!

Li
Review №94

Get the spiced mocha!

Do
Review №95

Great breakfast bagels!

Ri
Review №96

Great coffee can be found here!

Ty
Review №97

Best coffee around.

To
Review №98

A great place for great coffee and tea.

Vi
Review №99

Excellent coffee and atmosphere.

Ch
Review №100

Great coffee, amazing service!

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  • Address:20025 Lake Forest Dr STE 101, Lake Forest, CA 92630, United States
  • Site:http://bodhileafcoffee.com/
  • Phone:+1 657-291-4330
Categories
  • Coffee shop
Working hours
  • Monday:6:30AM–6PM
  • Tuesday:6:30AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:6:30AM–6PM
  • Thursday:6:30AM–6PM
  • Friday:7AM–6PM
  • Saturday:7AM–5PM
  • Sunday:6:30AM–6PM
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • No-contact delivery:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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