50 Best Cafes near Lake Forest

“Great donuts and excellent service“

“It was a great spot for a quiet chat with friends. I wasn't sure if the person serving us was an employee or the owner, but they were incredibly friendly—and the food was delicious, too! It’s the kind of place I’d almost rather keep all to myself.“

“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!!!“

“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“

“fresh coffee and ham&cheese. and delicious egg omelet. highly recommend“

“Very good food with my baby“

“Clean and open. The coffee and smoothies are spot on. Everyone working there seems to be a bit of a “coffee nerd”. They really know their coffee! I would recommend it to anyone that prefers a higher quality coffee.“

“very yummy and satisfying food. the staff are very friendly and helpful.“

“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.“

“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.“

“Welp! As the owner, I have to say it’s a sweet lil spot with great food on the weekends and a perfect spot to pick up anything you need during the week. A great getaway from the madness downtown and a place to reflect and be grateful.“

“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!“

“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:)“

“Delicious 🥰familiale belle vague 🌊 beach 🏝️☀️“

“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!“

“Loved everything about this place- wait staff was great, and food was delicious. Loved all the colors, flavors and textures of the dishes. We had two kids with us (under the age of 8), so smart to get their food first, and they loved the crayons and coloring book. I got the Beef Belly Bowl and Calamansi White Peach NA drink. So good!“

“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.“

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

“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.“

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

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

“Toastique is one of those spots that instantly makes you want to slow down and actually enjoy your food. Everything is super fresh, beautifully presented, and honestly tastes just as good as it looks. From the savory avocado toast to the sweet toast and the acai bowls, every bite feels clean, flavorful, and satisfying without being too heavy.
It's the perfect little foodie stop for a cute brunch date or a solo treat-yourself moment. Definitely a go-to when you're craving something fresh, aesthetic, and feel-good.“

“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.“

“Amazing coffee and food. Very good ingredients.“

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“Great food! great appetizers!“

“The earl gray lavender ice tea was the best along with the melt in your mouth croissant 💕💕“

“Amazing food and service!“

““The pink coconut matcha drink was refreshing, creamy, and perfectly balanced. The coconut flavor blended smoothly with the matcha without being too sweet. It had a beautiful presentation and tasted just as good as it looked. A unique and delicious drink I would definitely order again!”
Service was good.

The only con about it .. it smelled like perm from hair chemicals“

“Got the matcha mojito with boba. It's very refreshing and was a handmade matcha mocktail. Boba is chewy and fresh. I got it half sweet and it was still very sweet.

Clean millenial plant vibes in the store. Definitely worth stopping by!“

“I had such an amazing experience here! From the moment I walked in, I was welcomed with incredible warmth and kindness. The Persian hospitality is truly on another level, they genuinely make you feel like family.

The staff were all so friendly, attentive, and caring, but I want to give a special thank you to Anita. She went above and beyond to make sure I had a wonderful experience, and her kindness and positive attitude made my visit even more memorable.

The food was delicious, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the service was exceptional from start to finish.

I will definitely be coming back, and I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for authentic Persian food and unforgettable hospitality. Thank you for such a wonderful experience! ❤“

“One of the best lunches I’ve had in quite a while. Food was super fresh - even through DoorDash - and clearly made with love. The chicken sandwich, breakfast burrito, and French toast were absolute highlights. Can’t wait to make a trip to eat here in-person; will absolutely be returning!“

“We did tea time here. Does require reservations that can be made online. The food and service was excellent including the ambiance and experience. It's a small area but so worth going. Food, drinks, and dessert is included in the price. Good selection given. Definitely going again.“

“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!“

“Delicious food🤤 Must give it a try.“

“Loved this place! Sad that I’m not from here, I would come here everyday. Farmers cheese pancakes were delicious and raf coffee was really good. Staff is also very nice and happy to help, they explained all ingredients one by one. They definitely love what they are doing!“

“Amazing food and service!“

“​I recently dropped by 7 Leaves Cafe Tustin for a quick takeout order and had a solid overall experience.
​First and foremost, the customer service here is excellent. The staff was super fast, incredibly friendly, and helpful. I grabbed a Taro boba drink, which was okay—not the absolute best I've ever had, but definitely a satisfying treat. I really appreciated their digital menu; while it doesn't have a massive selection, it's totally adequate and makes it easy to check out what they have, including a few small snacks that are still available.
​The physical vibe inside the cafe is nice. It features a clean indoor dining area and counter seating, and the noise level was very quiet and easy to talk over while I waited. Speaking of waiting, the service is efficient; I was in and out in under 10 minutes.
​The only real downside here is the logistics outside. The cafe is located in a busy shopping center with several other stores, which means parking can be somewhat difficult to find, even though it is a free parking lot. Navigating through the lot can also be a bit tough, especially if wheelchair accessibility is a primary concern for you. That said, it's a kid-friendly spot and perfect if you are just swinging by to grab a quick drink to go.
​I definitely recommend checking them out at one of their many locations if you're looking for a fast, friendly boba run!“

“Oslo Coffee in Ladera Ranch is an all around wonderful experience. We had a Match cold drink special w sourdough bagel topped w cream and raspberry. So delicious. The drinks are made w quality ingredients and love. I never liked matcha until Oslo, especially enjoy the one w lavender. Coffee is amazing. Always the kindest people I meet there. Enjoyed chatting wca beautiful young Momma and her baby. Highly recommend.“

“My new favorite study spot
I walked in not expecting much but holy cow the coffee was incredible. The Vietnamese iced coffee had that perfect balance of sweet and strong and it didnt taste watered down like some places. I got the matcha latte on a whim and it was actually creamy and real tasting not artificial. The place was pretty busy but the line moved faster than I thought it would. I kicked myself for not trying their almond croissant because the person next to me had one and it looked amazing. The music was chill and not too loud which is rare for a coffee shop. Ill be back for sure hopefully that croissant is still there“

“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+“

“Great NY STYLE BAGELS!!! Great service too“

“delicious food & great service 😋 💁‍♀️“

“Yummy breakfast spot with good lunch options.“

“Love the pastries and bought a cake“

“just love this hole in the wall. Its the best“

“Le Cafe Du Park is seriously a MUST VISIT if you're in the area or in Orange County.
This cute cafe is hidden in a Irvine community park. The café is in the park and it's such a cute little space. The park is so relaxing, has green grass to grab food from here and lay a towel and have a small picnic. There's a playground you can walk around. You can sit outside and enjoy the breeze. Honestly, the food was amazing.
We got an ice cream waffle and it was so delicious. Super chocolatey, and soft! The barbecue flatbread pizza was amazing too super flavorful and soft! & our strawberry lemonade was super good.
honestly, I feel like this would be such a cute DATE SPOT or just to getting some food here.
They had a variety of food options from sweet treats, Dubai crepes, waffles, pizzas, coffee
Honestly coming back soon' The service was amazing too!!!
They have outside seating!“

“There bagels are better than the ones in New York. They are always fresh big and super delicious. They even have lox in cream cheese. The staff are always super friendly and helpful.“

“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💀😭🙏🔥“