I came to A Market Cafe on a friend’s recommendation specifically for their marble cake. When I got there, they had just run out—but the owner, Shelly, told me a fresh one was baking and would be ready in 20 minutes. I decided to wait, grabbed a coffee, and to my surprise, Shelly offered me a free slice once it was ready, just for waiting. That small gesture made a big impression.
The cake itself? Phenomenal. Moist, rich, and perfectly balanced. The coffee-flavored icing added depth without overpowering. The swirl was a work of art, and the texture of the pound cake was spot on—light yet satisfying. I ended up buying the whole marble log and taking it home. Hands down, one of the best marble cakes I’ve ever had. I’ll absolutely be back.
Cameron Ricks
Went for lunch with my fam. Got the pastrami sandwich, pulled pork, and tuna melt. Killer! The pickles are amazing too.
Tony Montenegro
Great place to get breakfast on PCH. Food and coffee is great and the service is good. Great place to stop if you're on a bike ride!
rscostamesa
Poor service and poor quality sandwiches !
Emily Allen
Best cafe in OC, bar none. My husband and I come here every Saturday morning. Get the biscuit with butter and jam.
Aaron Roaf
Always great coffee and ever better service.
Y M
It's a decent spot. Pricing does not match portion size (It is Newport tho). Food has flavor tho.
Christine Williams
Cute little deli in Newport with a small selection of fresh made sandwiches, soups, and deli sides. Not sure I would call it a ‘market’ though as they really didn’t have more than one cold case. They did have a variety of drinks and wine to choose from.I had the Newport Po’boy which was decent. $12. The little side of bread and butter pickles were incredible though. I need to find out if they sell those alone.Their pastry case looked good but I didn’t try anything. Next time!
Eng. Michel
One cheese toast $$10 !!!
L S
Convenient place to get a good sandwich when staying in Newport. They can get pretty busy, so order ahead if you are in a hurry. The parking lot is small and tight and there is limited seating inside. They added more outdoor seating recently, which is helpful. I got the market club sandwich the last few times and it is a delicious, fresh sandwich and a good size as well. As others stated, it's kind of pricey and you don't get any sides with it. I also like their cauliflower salad. They have a large selection of refrigerated drinks for purchase, as well as trinkets and candles. My friends and I have been coming here for years and consistently get good sandwiches and salads. We rode our bikes there. They do have a small bike rack. The employees are not very friendly and some times the order takes a while even when it's not busy and you see employees standing around behind the counter. They also add an "employee benefit" charge automatically to your bill, which is not cool.
A Market has always been one of my favorite places to visit when I'm in the area! Their lunch, baked goods, salads, sandwiches, and coffee are so great.
Iskender Pakel
I highly appreciate their selection of salads, particularly their chicken salads. It is worth noting, however, that during lunchtime, long queues form due to insufficient staff. Apart from this minor inconvenience, it is a splendid establishment for enjoying a satisfying lunch.
Leah Ferracone
True NB with THE BEST GRANOLA I'VE EVER HAD!!! It's not cheap, but it's worth every penny!!! The generous baked goods are awesome as well! I imagine everything is outstanding...but shhhhhh!!!...Don't tell anyone, k? ?Enjoy!!!!?
Ali Paker
I highly appreciate their selection of salads, particularly their chicken salads. It is worth noting, however, that during lunchtime, long queues form due to insufficient staff. Apart from this minor inconvenience, it is a splendid establishment for enjoying a satisfying lunch.
Stacy Gorgie
Love to stop in the morning and pick up salad. Get a coffee. Nice staff.
Worth the Wait — The Best Marble Cake in Town
I came to A Market Cafe on a friend’s recommendation specifically for their marble cake. When I got there, they had just run out—but the owner, Shelly, told me a fresh one was baking and would be ready in 20 minutes. I decided to wait, grabbed a coffee, and to my surprise, Shelly offered me a free slice once it was ready, just for waiting. That small gesture made a big impression.
The cake itself? Phenomenal. Moist, rich, and perfectly balanced. The coffee-flavored icing added depth without overpowering. The swirl was a work of art, and the texture of the pound cake was spot on—light yet satisfying. I ended up buying the whole marble log and taking it home. Hands down, one of the best marble cakes I’ve ever had. I’ll absolutely be back.
Went for lunch with my fam. Got the pastrami sandwich, pulled pork, and tuna melt. Killer! The pickles are amazing too.
Great place to get breakfast on PCH. Food and coffee is great and the service is good. Great place to stop if you're on a bike ride!
Poor service and poor quality sandwiches !
Best cafe in OC, bar none. My husband and I come here every Saturday morning. Get the biscuit with butter and jam.
Always great coffee and ever better service.
It's a decent spot. Pricing does not match portion size (It is Newport tho). Food has flavor tho.
Cute little deli in Newport with a small selection of fresh made sandwiches, soups, and deli sides. Not sure I would call it a ‘market’ though as they really didn’t have more than one cold case. They did have a variety of drinks and wine to choose from.I had the Newport Po’boy which was decent. $12. The little side of bread and butter pickles were incredible though. I need to find out if they sell those alone.Their pastry case looked good but I didn’t try anything. Next time!
One cheese toast $$10 !!!
Convenient place to get a good sandwich when staying in Newport. They can get pretty busy, so order ahead if you are in a hurry. The parking lot is small and tight and there is limited seating inside. They added more outdoor seating recently, which is helpful. I got the market club sandwich the last few times and it is a delicious, fresh sandwich and a good size as well. As others stated, it's kind of pricey and you don't get any sides with it. I also like their cauliflower salad. They have a large selection of refrigerated drinks for purchase, as well as trinkets and candles. My friends and I have been coming here for years and consistently get good sandwiches and salads. We rode our bikes there. They do have a small bike rack. The employees are not very friendly and some times the order takes a while even when it's not busy and you see employees standing around behind the counter. They also add an "employee benefit" charge automatically to your bill, which is not cool.
Restaurantji Recommends
A Market has always been one of my favorite places to visit when I'm in the area! Their lunch, baked goods, salads, sandwiches, and coffee are so great.
I highly appreciate their selection of salads, particularly their chicken salads. It is worth noting, however, that during lunchtime, long queues form due to insufficient staff. Apart from this minor inconvenience, it is a splendid establishment for enjoying a satisfying lunch.
True NB with THE BEST GRANOLA I'VE EVER HAD!!! It's not cheap, but it's worth every penny!!! The generous baked goods are awesome as well! I imagine everything is outstanding...but shhhhhh!!!...Don't tell anyone, k? ?Enjoy!!!!?
I highly appreciate their selection of salads, particularly their chicken salads. It is worth noting, however, that during lunchtime, long queues form due to insufficient staff. Apart from this minor inconvenience, it is a splendid establishment for enjoying a satisfying lunch.
Love to stop in the morning and pick up salad. Get a coffee. Nice staff.
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