50 Best Cafes near Laguna Niguel

“My sister ordered a matcha latte and the gradient was well made! There is still a noticeable difference in the quality and flavor of the matcha latte with Okayama Kobo Bakery and Cafe. However, my sister and I really appreciated the indoor seating that the combined matcha station and poke restaurant offered. There’s a good amount of seating inside in addition to outlets. And in favorable weather, the outside seating that the stores share is another good option. Service was kind and immediate. Bathroom was clean and well kept which made stopping by even better. God bless you all+“

“Board & Brew in Laguna Niguel has become one of my go-to spots, and it's not just the food. From the second you walk in, the staff treats you like family. Every single time, the service has been fast, friendly, and easy - they remember regulars, they're patient when you've got a big order, and they genuinely seem happy you're there.

The food is solid every time. Fresh ingredients, generous portions, sandwiches loaded with good meats, cheeses, and toppings. Doesn't matter if you're grabbing a quick lunch or feeding the whole family, it's a meal you can count on.

Bonus: they always have tennis on the TVs, which honestly might be my favorite part. Perfect spot to grab a sandwich and catch a match.

What really sets this place apart is how much they show up for the community. Youth sports teams, school fundraisers, neighborhood events - they're there. That kind of support matters, especially in a town like Laguna Niguel where it's easy for local businesses to just blend into the background.

Five stars, easy. Great food, great people, and a business that actually gives back. If you're in the area, go check them out.“

“We are in the city of Laguna Beach. Stopped a this place to have dinner. Great sandwiches. Had a Turkado and pastrami. Pricing was very, very reasonable! Highly recommended if you are in the area. This would be my new favorite place if it was in Riverside.

Kid-friendliness: Family atmosphere ♥️“

“The definition of a local hole in the wall, one-man show. Tim is cranking out orders and still has the sweetness to chat with his customers. Breakfast sandwich is delicious and just the right portion. Coffee is rich, strong, and not bitter. This is what coffee shops should be—local, intimate, quaint, and friendly. Props to Tim for supporting local law enforcement.

Heads up: they stop serving food at 12.“

“Perfect setting and atmosphere! The food and pastries were delicious. I ordered the Chicken Pesto Sandwich, and it was absolutely yummy! The cappuccino was also perfectly made.

I loved sitting outside, enjoying my breakfast while watching the town come alive with movement. A perfect spot for solo travelers or large groups alike.“

“Love our first time here this morning. Better croissants than we had in France and we thought they were good! Outstanding quality and you can tell everything is made with 100% pride, care, compassion and love. Will definitely go back more than once! Goodbye diet!😆❤️❤️👌🏼🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟“

“Great food/drink. Nice patio.“

“Great donuts and excellent service“

“​If you appreciate a beautifully structured cup of coffee, True Love is a must-visit. They take their craft seriously and it shows in their deliciously executed and ever-changing pour-overs.

If you have an adventurous palate, you have to try their co-ferment. I gravitate toward complex, layered flavors that lean into that crisp, side-of-the-tongue depth, and it hits the mark perfectly! Iced Co-ferment on a warm summer day is magic.“

“This coffee is amazing. I live in Kentucky and the coffee i received was well packaged and very very fresh and packaged air tight. way better than the big store chain. I was on a search to find a very low caffeine coffee that tastes o.k. and I found it! It tastes wonderful.“

“We've come here twice. First time we stumbled accros Antoine's because it was close to our hotel. The 2nd time we came to the same hotel because it was close to Antoine's! Excellent food. Excellent Service. Enjoyed having breakfast and listening to all the locals visiting with each other. Dave can cook a STEAK!!! Perfect! Thank you Dave!“

“This was my first time coming into this coffee shop, the barista recommended the spiced chai tea. My drink came out perfect, they have a wide selection of drinks to choose from as well as food options! I’ll definitely have to come back and try more items from the menu. Very welcoming atmosphere and friendly customer service highly recommend giving this place a visit!“

“I had such a great experience at Wall Strawberry Cafe! The food was absolutely delicious and tasted fresh and homemade. The matcha was amazing and definitely one of my favorites!
Our server was incredibly sweet, attentive, and made us feel so welcome. We add a cookie for dessert which tasted so good, it was moist, and had these double layers of rich chocolate filling that made it so tasty!
The atmosphere was warm and inviting, the service was excellent, and overall we had such a nice time. I would definitely recommend this cafe and I can’t wait to come back!“

“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:)“

“Great Food. Creative interior design. Wonderful staff. Unique comfort food. My favorite is the Smoked Meatloaf Breakfast Sandwich. Very cozy. Only 12 tables, that are always full. Lots of “Regular” customers. This is a place that you want to return to, time and time again.“

“My fiance and I were in the area for my nephew's wedding. On Sunday morning, we looked for a breakfast location. We prefer the small local restaurants as opposed to the chains. Up popped this Laguna Cafe, close by where we were staying. From the time we entered the door, it was obvious we picked the right spot! it was cozy, homey, friendly and downright delicious. The clientele were all laughing, enjoying the morning and the atmosphere. We got served by Monja, the proprietor, who wore a shirt with our favorite scripture, John 3:16. As we bowed our heads to pray, she gently joined us in prayer. What a blessing. Needless to say, we will go back when in the area. Highly recommend the food too! And say Hi to Monja from Mark and Dianne from Arizona!“

“delicious breakfast best hashbrowns ever!“

“Don't miss this wonderful place. Once you try BrioBrio's delicious food, you'll regret you hadn"t discovered It before. Thanks Naoko and Ruichi for feeding our body and soul!!!“

“Delicious Dinner. Beautiful presentation and the Carnitas Tacos unbelievable. Chef Michael is a true gem.“

“Delicious 🥰familiale belle vague 🌊 beach 🏝️☀️“

“Fresh, tasty, great combination of flavors and options on both salads and sammies. The natural sodas are a nice touch. Gotta try a cookie!💛 Staff has been consistently courteous and responsive. I’ve been three times. I CRAVE their salads.“

“Great food and awesome service! Perfect place for brunch 😋“

“This is very much a classic diner the food is quick to arrive delicious and well prepared and almost so beautiful to look at but you feel bad eating it… You stop feeling bad after the first bite then you start to feel wonderful thinking that there’s no possible way you could ever put an end to this joy. I ordered the cheeseburger with fries and let me tell you each bite welcome the next they have wonderful parking outdoor dining and like I said before a classic feel. This is definitely one of those places you wanna come back to.“

“Great food and views. recommended“

“The food is all amazing - family favorites are the Bacon Quiche (it goes fast), the pasta salad and the lavender lattes!😍“

“Oatmeal wax delicious as well as decaf cappuccino 😁👍“

“Apparently my skincare routine comes on toast now. 😂

This is Toastique in Ladera Ranch, and this place basically looks like a wellness mood board you can eat.

First, the Avocado Smash Toast.
Avocado, watermelon radish, marinated tomatoes and chili — almost too pretty to eat.
Almost.
Then the Mango Tango Smoothie Bowl with mango, pineapple, lime and coconut water. This one just tastes like summer.
For something refreshing, I tried the Radiance Over Ice — grapefruit, orange, blood orange, pineapple and basil.
And of course, a Matcha Latte because apparently I’m in my wellness era now. 😂
Coffee, fresh juices, smoothie bowls, and these ridiculously Instagrammable toasts.“

“Amazing food and service!“

“My daily simple lunch for remote work offers many options for a pescatarian/vegetarian. Clean, organic, and delicious!!! 🙌🏾👏🏾👍🏾“

“Amazing coffee and food. Very good ingredients.“

“This place is a retreat, heaven and happy place. I love it all. ❤️🌱“

“Nikki's has the best machaca burritos around. I get them all the time. They are HUGE and so delicious!“

“Love Vegan and Gluten Free Options. So happy here !“

“It’s a hidden gem in Irvine where I like to go for breakfast or lunch whenever I am visiting Irvine. There’s limited parking but I have never had trouble finding. The outdoor seating area is so nice and relaxing. I prefer that over their indoor dining space.“

“🎀HK🩷LUV🎀 unplanned pit stop while driving home from San Diego to Sacramento. As a lifelong hk lover this has been on my bucket list for yrs. I remembered the cafe was in irvine so of course we had to stop. Cutest cafe ever. Got a peek at the bow room. Ordered mini donuts, ice cream, cookies, & drinks. Picked out a keychain for a souvenir & Took lots of pics. I was in hk heaven💕🎀🩷“

“A beautiful morning at Crystal Cove...7AM reservation at a table with great views of the ocean and our smiling server, Oscar, welcoming us with strong hot coffees & cream. Perfect. I enjoyed a typical breakfast that was perfectly prepared to my order: poached eggs, extra crispy potatoes & bacon with rye toast and blackberry jam. My lovely partner was overwhelmed by the tasty gigantic "Savory Spinach & Mushroom Crepe". It would easily feed two people. Oscar was very attentive and often stopped by with more hot coffee. Delightful.“

“Nothing is better than fresh croissant! Great family owned place. Very friendly prices. Signature Butter Croissants baked daily. The taste is balances, very mild sweet as I like, texture is between the super fluffy croissant and the bun, I really liked it. The chocolate croissant was a totally different story, check the picture. The taste was like it was baked sometime this week :) and the texture was like it is a bun with chocolate. So do not expect the same excitement from their chocolate croissant as from their signature plain croissants, which are super awesome and could be used for French toast and sandwiches as well and any filling. Next time I will take fresh plain croissant and fill it with chocolates home :) Next time we will try their breakfast / lunch menu. It looks awesome and the customers I met were happy. Update: amazing place with unique home character, loving breakfast here“

“Best Matcha and Hochija in town!! if you’re a millennial, you might feel old walking into this place because it’s a bunch of college students. There might not be much room to sit either… But I don’t care because the Matcha flights and Hochija are unmatched!! I always try different Matcha spots, and I feel fortunate to have one of the legit best tea options in my town. 🤗“

“Always enjoy staying at the Waldorf Astoria. Nice escape, great location, attentive staff. Perfect getaway.“

“Great coffee and delicious breakfast food items“

“Such a wonderful experience and it’s right in my backyard! A warm welcome at the door. Prompt and attentive service. A hot tea service that I didn’t know I was even missing in my life! Fresh warm pita for the humus and the juiciest chicken Zoltan of my existence.“

“What an amazing spot for a meal. I decided to try this establishment for the first time and wow! Yes, a grand slam. The place is quite popular and I did not even know it was here as I drive this area often. I ordered the California Omelet with fresh fruit and a cup of bold coffee and chose to eat outside in the patio. Isabella brought out my food and was kind, professional and efficient. I told her I was going to leave a review and she laughed and said if it's bad the name is Donnie. So worth a chuckle. All of the staff are friendly, kind and professional. I was even offered a free pastry for my first time visit but declined simply due to my diet and watching my intake. Lol A wonderfully positive ambiance.
Highly recommended“

“Thank you to "The Green Room" and Iciar for her help in organising a NICE 2023 pre-show commission from Aneke, who was as warm and friendly as ever when I collected the artwork, I had great communication from Iciar during the entire purchase, before, during and after the convention. The website is clean and easy to use, they have informative emails and a good social media presence and I won't hesitate to use "The Green Room" again for my collecting goals with the wonderful stable of creators they represent. I'm already thinking of my next request! Highly recommended!“

“Amazing food and service!“

“This is my favorite sandwich shop! Out of all the amazing menu options, my current favorite has to be the turkey pesto sandwich it’s so good! I’ve seen a lot of people ordering it too, so I guess it’s pretty popular. Everything else on the menu is delicious as well. They also have plenty of drinks, chips, and even cookies and smoothies, so it’s a great spot to visit with kids. Plus, they always play classical music, which makes the place feel super cozy and relaxing!“

“Excellent everything!!!!!“

“Ts place is so tuff🔥 Mustard dripping of the walls how demure🔥 I ordered a lunchly with drippy cheese and I can say it was very drippy🔥 and guess what Adrian was there🔥 he just got back from the barber shop and it only cost a quarter 🔥 so we had our food he ordered mangoes 🥭 🔥 so yea a very rizzy experience would recommend coming here about 6 or 7 times every full moon before ur inner wolf breaks loose🐺🔥 one last thing Diddy might be there so chat ur cooked💀😭🙏🔥“

“We are so glad we found this gem of a bakery! Our experience was lovely, the owners are very sweet, the atmosphere is inviting, and the food and pastries were amazing!!! We ordered several different pastries and each one was so fresh and sooo delicious! We also ordered a breakfast meal that was *chefs kiss*. We have nothing but good things to say, we're already spreading the word so others can enjoy too. Thank you Vanilla Street Bakery for the quality you’re providing, we can’t wait to come back for more!“

“Delicious food🤤 Must give it a try.“

“nice breakfast this morning, always enjoy HH Cafe when we visit.“