Bluestone Lane Coffee

by Dina Scaglione

“Mateship” …may be an unfamiliar term in South Orange County, but once you step inside the comfy ocean vibe of Bluestone Lane Coffee, the meaning of this phrase will become abundantly clear. Unlike most grab-and-go places, this Australian-based cafe with cheerful baristas who welcome you as “hey mate,” invites you to pause and soak in the laid-back culture of Down Under. Situated on Del Mar in prime San Clemente, where espresso-style coffees are served savory and strong, meant to be sipped s-l-o-w-l-y.

For fans of traditional brews including lattes, cappuccinos, and espressos, Bluestone has it all. The Flat White, with a delicate layer of foam, offers a melodious and smooth experience that comes highly recommended. Tea lovers can explore a variety of organic teas such as classic Earl Grey, Sencha Green tea, Chamomile, Peppermint, Lemongrass, Ginger, or the Melbourne Breakfast blend. They also offer an assortment of cold-pressed juices like the Portsea, featuring cucumber, apple, kale, lemon, ginger root, and spinach. Alternatively, choose from a range of mouthwatering smoothies like the refreshing Berry Brekkie, blended with strawberry, blueberry, banana, lemon juice, honey, oat milk, and a hint of mint.

For a light meal or sumptuous “brekkie,” indulge in the Avocado Toast with the Lot—a perfect treat where multigrain toast is generously layered with avocado, feta, tomatoes, prosciutto, and topped with microgreens. The Feel Good Salad lives up to its name with premier ingredients including arugula, cherry tomatoes, avocado, tart pickled onions, crumbled cashews, dried cranberry, and aromatic dill accompanied by a light lemon vinaigrette. Craving a high-protein option? The Sunshine Burrito features scrambled eggs, spinach, bacon, avocado, cheddar cheese, and dill mayo—a truly satisfying choice.

In our hurried lives, grabbing a good old cup of Joe can often feel transactional, but here, patrons are encouraged to hunker down and stay awhile. Whether it’s to read, work, hang out with friends, enjoy a delicious snack, or simply chill for a bit, Bluestone Lane fosters an atmosphere of relaxation and enjoyment. Open from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, with more than 60 locations across the US and roots hailing from Melbourne, Australia, Bluestone Lane beautifully personifies the region’s distinct and rich coffee culture.

 

Bluestone Lane Coffee
223 Ave Del Mar, San Clemente
BluestoneLane.com