Stereoscope Coffee - Buena Park

I frequented stereoscope a lot during the pandemic. There was never a line which was nice. I visited again a whole year later and, boy oh boy, the line was basically out the door! It is worth the wait for the sweet caffeinated goodness though! Drinks are great, bags of coffee to brew at home are just as great!

Everyone's raving about the amazing service in the reviews but we need to talk about the amazing coffee! Ordered the Costa Rica Hacienda (natural coffee as a pour over, and a cold one. Whoever brewed it did it perfectly. The temperature was spot on. It hits the tongue with bright fruity notes then opens up into a blanket of warm fuzzy velvety cream. (So satisfying Finishes off with a hint of toffee. So interesting! It was good cold too, the flavors were more muted though. I usually don't order pour overs when I go out because it's always under or over brewed so this is a great find. I MUST KNOW WHO BREWED MY CUP

Wow, how did they make their coffee ice cream??? It tastes like Haagen Dazs coffee ice cream, but in soft serve form. You can def taste the coffee, tastes very premium. This place is popping, gonna be hard to find a seat but hey, you just need to grab your coffee right?

Stereoscope embodies what, in my opinion, a coffee shop should be. While the coffee is diverse and high in quality, the employees and overall atmosphere of the shop are what really impresses me. I noticed that the all the employees enjoy engaging in conversation and really know their coffee. They're also always walking around, making sure that things are clean and customers are satisfied. Inside the shop, the seating is very communal. There's one long table, making it very easy to talk to other people, but because of that, it gets very loud inside. It probably isn't a good idea to study inside the café. Outside the shop, you'll find a lot of smaller tables, all of which are well shaded. Even though we went on a very hot day, it still felt really nice to sit outside. I only tried the Single Origin Espresso Soft Serve, but I'm super excited to come back and try other items.

When I ordered my classic cappuccino and pastry, I was pleasantly surprised to find they usually offer two different espresso options—something rare among coffee shops, which adds to the enjoyment. In addition to ordering a pour-over or cappuccino, I highly recommend trying their Spanish Latte or Iced Matcha Tea (they boast three high-quality matcha options). However, I will say that the atmosphere could use a bit of a refresh, as it feels somewhat worn in. The restroom tends to be a bit unkempt, as do the outdoor seating areas and some ceiling panels (beyond just a rustic charm). I believe that a little care and attention to the ambiance could elevate this location significantly. Overall, I definitely recommend Stereoscope for its coffee and will be returning when I drive from LA to Orange County.