50 Best Cafes near Fountain Valley

“Absolutely loved this place! The Turkish breakfast platter was amazing, everything was so fresh, flavorful, and delicious. The restaurant has such a warm, homey feeling, and the owners were genuinely so kind and welcoming. You can really feel the love and hospitality in everything they do. Definitely a spot I’ll be coming back to next time I’m in California ❤“

“Came to Huntington Beach to run some errands and found this cafe on the map. It’s such a lovely place, with delicious food and fantastic service. Highly recommend it, and we’ll definitely be back if we get the chance! 🫰❤“

“For 20 years, after we have a family get together. Its been a tradition that we all have breakfast at the Magnolia Cafe before we all part ways. It’s always clean, the food is always delicious and the service has always been wonderful. It is truly a special establishment!“

“7 Leaves is my go-to for milk tea. This place is beautiful when you walk in, absolutely love the theme.

They have a huge variety of flavors for macarons and milk tea, plus lots of other drinks are served too. My favorite is the Taro milk tea.
The drinks and macarons are very flavorful. A lot of other milk tea I have from different places tastes more watery than the tea at 7 Leaves, they do an excellent job with their drinks.

However the macarons are a little bit out of the expected price range, but still worth trying out!

The service is very nice and hardworking, keeping the place clean, and most importantly, having customers leave satisfied!“

“The Phuket Thai tea and the Bangkok Bliss (butterfly pea tea) were very good! Personally I think the coconut foam would benefit if it was slightly saltier.

Be ware that there's no place to dine in here as it's just a shared kitchen to pick up food from only.“

“Artisan has improved after I provided feedback to their cafe about the lack of their baristas acknowledging customers when we walk into the cafe. So that's a plus.

I find myself here from time to time when I need to work remotely for a few hours. The wifi is fast - capped at two hours - but I carry a hotspot as well when I need a more secure connection.

I usually get their House Coffee - easy sweet - but their Japanese Matcha and Soy drink is also delicious as well. If you want something more tea-ish - their Thai Tea with an added shot of espresso gives a nice kick too.

I love their Quiches - but their Chicken Pot Pie is tasty too. They have pastries and macarons as well. Their Guava Cheese Danish is hilariously small. Pretty much bite-sized.

Pizza options are awesome too - my favorite has been the Truffle Mushroom Sausage pizza. Six generous slices - I eat 2-3 slices for lunch, and save the rest for dinner.

Tons of seating throughout the cafe, as well as at their outdoor patio.

Tons of parking - the plaza itself has some new additions - but there's never any issue finding parking if there aren't any spots upfront.

New hours - cafe closes at 6pm, which I thought was only due to schools/colleges being on winter break, but the barista confirmed that it's until further notice.

Only downside is if you stick around until closing - when they clean their grill - that smoky smell latches onto your clothes.“

“Team members are chill and the tea slaps. What more can you ask for?“

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“Great food, great waitstaff, and great atmosphere. The patio is such a nice environment to dine with large groups on a nice summer day. The sense of community is great, and many of the other guests I chatted with travel over an hour just to eat here. It's just that good of a place.

They have a band which plays karaoke on weekends. The music and musicians are great, and so many guests are eager to sing! The only thing I could ask for would be for the volume of speakers to be turned down slightly. For those who enjoy a calmer dining experience, the tables inside are a pleasure.“

“Cute lil spot with outdoor seating. Food looked great that was rolling out while we waited in queue to our order and get a table. Eggs, omelettes, sandwiches, breakfast burritos, sides, and pancakes. Has a lunch menu too if that's your thing but breakfast goes till 2pm. Highly recommend a visit. We'll be going back to say hi to Billy and try more items off the menu.“

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“Everything is good. Loved the coffee“

“Perfect ristretto - and good advice on where to find real espresso bars ☝️😎🌋“

“My favorite place for kumquat lemon iced tea with crystal boba. I love the vibe when you walk in is very peaceful and relaxing. They also use fresh fruits so you can taste it instead of too much syrup. Would recommend !“

“Our favorite find!! Every meal was divine and the care and quality is tasted in every bite! Service is 100/10! We adore coming here and can’t wait to be back. Highly recommend the noodle salad, fried chicken, carrot cake, and steak sandwich. And brownie!! I’m sure we’ll slowly make it through the rest of the menu as everything we’ve tried is delicious. Thank you Luis and team for high quality and great value.“

“Great breakfast choices, all home cooked. Quality food with Quality service. 5 min from Disneyland. Very affordable. Carl from Colorado“

“One particularly hot night my mom and I searched, “Best Gelato near me” and the top result was Mangiamo! After eating the gelato 3 times in a row, we can definitely say that title is well earned! The Double Chocolate flavor is for sure the best chocolate flavored Gelato in the whole state of California; not to mention it’s totally authentic too! The server is also incredibly kind and pleasant to talk to. Overall, this place is such a phenomenal experience and we would highly recommend it for vacationers and gelato connoisseurs alike!“

“Hands down BEST donuts ever! Great family story, best ingredients, homemade syrups, homemade glazes, made fresh to order. We will be back when visiting again from Pennsylvania!“

“Loved their onion soup and their apple tart Ala mode“

“This was my first visit here, it came highly recommended. I was warmly welcomed, the barista explained my mocha/syrup/foam/milk options, and my order was ready quickly. The coffee was delicious and the café is such a vibe! I'll definitely be back.“

“My new favorite cafe!! The sitting and ambiance is absolutely stunning, relaxing, and chill. Lots of natural light and open seating with really comfy couches and benches. The coffee is BOMB. Super delicious- I reccomend the Spanish Latte, its my favorite. The baristas and staff are super polite and patient, and are very kind as well. I loveeee Cassel Earth❤️❤️“

“The iced chai, churro latte (hot or cold) and their bagels are to die for. I live out of state but cannot wait to go back when I’m in So Cal! Employees are so nice too - seems as though they are very happy working there:)“

“Came in yesterday around 1:30 after doing our taxes a couple blocks away. Ordered the bacon breakfast burrito - no Pico de gallo. Burrito was excellent and portion size was also very good. Salsa that came on the side was really good. We will stop here again when in the area 👍🤙“

“I recently stopped by Chailo Coffee Club and it did not disappoint. The drinks are seriously good—everything tastes fresh and well-crafted. The sisters who run the place are incredibly friendly and welcoming…. “ You know who you are”, which makes the whole experience even better. The vibe is super chic and stylish, perfect for grabbing coffee and hanging out. Definitely a go-to spot if you’re in Costa Mesa and want a great cup of coffee.“

“amazing food all the time.“

“These donuts are on the way to El Paso, Texas… Great service this morning!“

“First time visit! We will be back! Fabulous dig-friendly patio! Adorable and vintage indoor seating. Vast menu! Quality food! Great service!“

“This is my favorite coffee shop in the area, hands down. I work remotely and stop by multiple times a week to get out of the house. They have super fun seasonal drinks, amazing flavored cold foam, and strong high quality coffee. Plus no upcharges for alternative milks. Pastries are delicious and so are their breakfast burritos.

Beyond the fantastic drinks and food, the staff is incredibly nice and part of the reason I keep coming back. Hospitality makes a huge difference, and they're doing it right. Absolutely no notes!“

“the best place for breakfast 😋“

“First time here and Everything was great food was great and Rob our waiter was amazing. Will be back for sure.“

“Great location, nearby Disney. Good drink là and friendly service. Definitely recommended.“

“Rarely leave reviews but visiting from NYC and very impressed w/ the quality. I’m pretty picky w/ my coffee and this is a great choice in the area. They even use coffee ice cubes to keep the drinks from diluting… Highly recommend“

“This was such a cute little cozy coffee place with cute decor where they have a lot of indoor seating (if you walk towards the back) as well as outdoors. Good place to catch up or study.

Got the Breakfast Burrito, Blueberry Pancakes, and Pistachio Latte (hot). The burrito was delicious and the pancakes were super fluffy and sweet. Really liked the pistachio latte - you can taste the nuttiness of the pistachio. Would definitely want to go back to try other items on the menu.

Service was fairly fast and the staff were kind and attended to what we needed. Parking may be slightly difficult.“

“My 5 star review is for the drinks and egg rolls! Iced Jasmine tea was superb. The Vietnamese egg rolls filled with pork, shrimp and veggies..best egg rolls I have ever had!! I live an hour and a half away and would drive back just for these!! Super cute place with lots of plants, a few claw machine games and a giant Connect 4 game. Comfy seating, no a/c, no public restroom.“

“Went there for the first time with three friends on a Saturday at noon. Sure, finding parking was a bit rough, but with people leaving with to go orders we found a great spot pretty quickly. Even though there was a line, it moved so fast & with so many great & friendly employees, ordering went very quickly. We found a table on the patio & the employees there were also very friendly & helpful. Food was delivered to us, exceptional, especially the potato balls. Sandwich on a croissant also delicious!!! Took a chocolate croissant home & thet was also so yummy!!! I can't wait to go back again & again. Thank you for such a great experience!!!!“

“Wow. You need to grab a breakfast burrito and a banana cream cold foam iced latte (which they rotate seasonal coffees every few months). Also, a fantastic grab and go cold section to take a quick snack down to the beach. Sundays, Ian whips out the bbq and grills up some incredible smash burgers 10/10. **coming soon, taco Tuesdays. Surfer vibes, bring the fam, come chillax.“

“Hello from Germany! It was the best breakfast in the last 10 days! Thank u!“

“Favorite spot on the West Coast!“

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“My wife & I have been eating at The Broken Yolk Cafe in Irvine for several years now and we absolutely love the delicious food and the wonderful service, particularly via our regular server Alicia. She has such a positive attitude and shares our love of dogs. She always makes sure to bring our dog Maizie a bowl of water and a pup cup whenever we go there. I cannot recommend this Broken Yolk location and Alicia enough.“

“Sugar Shack Cafe is an absolute treasure! From the moment you step in, the warm and welcoming vibe sets the perfect tone for a delightful dining experience. The menu offers a fantastic variety of breakfast and brunch options, all made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Their pancakes are incredibly fluffy, and the coffee is perfect every time. The friendly staff goes above and beyond to ensure you feel at home. For an enjoyable meal in a charming setting, Sugar Shack Cafe is a must-visit!“

“The chef puts out unique and delicious pizzas, pastas, daily specials and desserts. Very unique location too!“

“The service here is great, the portions are generous and the food is Fantastic. Best pumpkin pancakes anyplace. My only wish is that they had fresh squeezed orange juice.“

“Try their Sandwhich. It is sooo delicious. We enjoyed the food. Very clean and it is very cozy. Loved the ambiance. And the owner is very friendly. I will recommend this place to everyone that want to enjoy getting together with close friends. Mom and daughter bonding will be a fun place to go. Hope to go back again soon.“

“great service. fun yummy food and reasonable prices. go !“

“By far the best coffee in Huntington Beach and maybe best cafe in Orange County. So friendly and the food it delicious.“

“Literally just popped in a few minutes ago, Sara made the best Findi Signature w/ light ice I've ever had 🥹😭🙏🏽
Had a rough day so I really needed this, deadass making this spot a priority from now on 🔥💯✨️“

“Do yourself a favor and try this place out if you haven't already. The food is sooooo good. Fresh every time and the best part the prices are great! Amazing food for and amazing price. The people are super nice. This place is a hidden gem in Costa Mesa. I come here for breakfast mostly but they have a great burger for lunch and don't get me started on their coffee. Everything I've had here hits. You will be happy you came here.“

“Very delicious and very pleasing presentation to the eye! Definitely would recommend, the wait was a little long but it’s very understandable!! Very satisfied with our choice of coming here for breakfast, we’ll definitely be back!“