Rendez Vous French Bakery and Cafe

Our family has been coming here for years- Best coffee, cappuccinos, mochas etc! Authentic French pastries, croissants and excellent egg dishes made with real ingredients beautifully executed- of course, don’t forget the crêpes! Love the option to sit in and listen to French music or take away. And this is a great place to pickup dessert treats for a dinner or brunch party or a classic baguette! 🥖 A+++

I purchased some individual berry cheesecakes. The amount that I ordered exceeded the amount in the display case. So they made my quantity on the spot. I waited about 20 minutes during which time I enjoyed their French-style ambiances. The berry cheesecakes were delicious and just the right amount of dessert after a camp-site dinner.

The most charming and most delicious french bakery!
I eat everything here on a regular basis for years. The omelettes, sandwiches, cappuccino, bread and pastries are heaven sent thanks to the owner who imports butter from France. Croissants everyday! The beignets are MAGNIFIQUE!

We got great service and good from Nina.

My fiancé, my brother and I absolutely love this place. It has become a ritual for us to To eat at this lovely place on a regular basis. The owner, Nina, is so delightful.

We frequent Rendez Vous often for breakfast because this charming place is consistently great on every level. It’s a small, always a busy spot, but the staff are warm, welcoming, and always ready to help.

Their display of breads, pastries, cakes, cookies basically whatever your heart desires is both beautiful and delicious. The coffee and breakfast never miss.

If you’re in the area, definitely check out this adorable French café promise they won’t disappoint!

My wife had a small brunch at her office, and someone brought croissants from this place. Since we had just gotten back from Paris, she knew I was still on the hunt for a good croissant and coffee. She brought one home for me—and wow, the first bite instantly transported me back to Paris.

So, on my next day off, we headed down for breakfast. Naturally, I had to have another croissant, but I also couldn’t resist trying their Le Parisien sandwich—which reminded me so much of a favorite spot in Paris. We indulged in a few pastries, and of course, I brought home some fresh bread.

This little gem in Corona del Mar was such a pleasant surprise. We’ve since shared it with several friends who’ve also been to Paris, and they all agree: for a brief moment, it truly feels like you’re back at a Parisian bistro—complete with French music.

Just a heads-up: this place can get busy. Once they run out of fresh baked goods, that’s it for the day. Seating is limited both inside and on the patio, and it’s all first-come, first-served. Parking is street-only, so plan accordingly.

Best pastries and coffee in Newport Beach in a cozy French style ambiance

I had this croissant around noon on March 16 2025 at Rendez Vous and it was somewhere between a 3.5 and 4, pretty close to a 4, plus or minus, which is solid for a croissant in the US. 5 would be the best croissant in Paris, a high bar. It certainly looks the part, doesn't it? Looks clue us in, but aren't everything. It did have a decent sound, but it's hard to make a croissant retain the soft/moist/chewy/elastic inside and a crunchy/crackly/buttery/flaky outside hours after baking. Still, if you're in the area, pop in earlier, and tell me how it is. You can tell them I sent you, but they won't know who I am.

Transport yourself to France and experience this corner of bliss. The pastries are flavorful, the breakfast leaves you full and the drinks are top quality. The lavender lemonade had me floating on a cloud all day. Its busy so get there early to get a seat!

Amazing food and great service! Loved the ham and cheese crepe and the almond croissant. Soooo good!

Rendezvous Bakery has its charms, but it’s a bit of a mixed experience. On the positive side, the space itself is cozy and has a quaint, neighborhood feel, which makes it a nice place to stop in for a quick bite. The service was also friendly and attentive.

That said, I ordered the salmon, eggs Benedict, and it was less than mediocre while also having an above average price point creating for me ultimately a 3-star experience—good, but with room for improvement.

Obsessed with this place! Excellent chai, delicious pastries, and cozy atmosphere. I’m always greeted with a smile and taken care of well. Whatever you get- try the Chantelle cream it’s *chef’s kiss

Best Macaroons on the west coast ✌️

It's okay! The croissants were alright, maybe a little dry and soft, but solid. The latte was alright. Nice outside seating!