50 Best Cafes near Newport Coast

“Exceptional birthday weekend at The Resort at Pelican Hill! Upgraded to a stunning villa with breathtaking views as American Express Platinum Members. Coliseum Pool Grill offered delightful meals. Immaculate room, perfect views – a truly relaxing and unforgettable experience. Couldn't have asked for more!“

“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.“

“Coffee is really good! The turkish bagel (Simit) is THE best in California!!! We got a turkish breakfast plate, shakshuka, and the cheese omelette and everything was amazing. Great service and the owner is super cute :)
They also have amazing eclairs - a must try!“

“Great food/drink. Nice patio.“

“5 stars across the board!!!! McKenzie and Billy were so AMAZING!!!! So kind and friendly! Everyone was so sweet! Great GF options too if you’re gluten free! Such yummy food! Best GF pancake and best GF sourdough I’ve ever had! Highly recommend!!

Edited to add: we were on vacation in Newport for 3 days- we came to eat at Little Billy’s every single day!!!! Amazing food and amazing service! Everyone is so kind!! All of the employees speak very highly of Billy (one of the owners)!!“

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Above and Beyond in Every Way

Hannah and the entire crew at Amarith Farmhouse Cafe are nothing short of amazing. I was scrambling last minute to find a Thanksgiving dinner for our church staff, and even though they were technically closed, they stepped in without hesitation to help meet the need.

Not only did they say yes, they made sure everything was prepared with care and personally delivered, ensuring our church team could sit down together and enjoy a true Thanksgiving meal. That kind of generosity, heart, and professionalism is rare.

The food was wonderful, the service was exceptional, and the kindness shown meant more than words can say. Amarith Farmhouse Cafe has earned my trust for life and will be my number one choice whenever I’m looking for a caterer.

Thank you, Hannah and team, for turning a stressful moment into a beautiful one.“

“Honestly AMAZING! I was skeptical at first because it was in an office space but MAN that breakfast burrito was soooooo good! Exactly what I wanted. Light, good amount of meat and cheese and not greasy. I got a Vietnamese coffee to go with it and it was also delicious! I will be coming back :)“

“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!“

“Such a gem of a coffee spot! This cute little neighborhood café has quickly become one of my go-tos. They have a lot of different flavors so you can customize your cold foam. Everything tastes fresh and thoughtfully made. Their cold brew is bold but super smooth no bitterness at all 👏 and they have tons of great milk options from Straus.
The vibe is welcoming, perfect for grabbing a quick morning coffee or hanging out for a bit. You can tell they care about quality and the small details. Highly recommend if you’re in the area and want something that feels local and special! 🌿☕️✨“

“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 sister forgot about me so I waited here. It's by her work. Really good spot to wait around for your sister who forgot about you. Here's a pic of me waiting for her in their outdoor seating. Coffee and food very good. Would come back even if I weren't waiting for my sister.“

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

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

“A nice small café with a boutique attached. It felt to me like an original breakfast place with unique menu items.

Your order at the counter where you can also see the daily specials, and then you sit where you want.

The food actually came pretty fast.
The hot chocolate was nice - it wasn’t too thick and didn’t seem over sweet. The foam was actually nice to have!
There is an effort in presentation as you can see from the pictures.
We all liked it. I tried a bit of the swedish pancakes, it is very sweet and heavy as you can expect, but enjoyable!
The Eggs Anna were definitely original with that sauce. It was very interesting. I’m not gonna say it’s the best thing I ever had, but it was good.

It was farmers’ market, but we didn’t struggle to find a place to sit.
For parking, you need to find in the city - but, the place is not far from the main areas, so convenient. You just walk a few blocks.

Overall, a cool spot - we were not sure where to go and wanted a more local place. So, I guess we found it!“

“Daniel super friendly and kind server! We really appreciated the kindness and alert to attend to my friends that we invited to Nep Cafe for the first time. They all love the food, ambiance, and the server. We will all come back soon ^^ Thank you for the best food and Daniel!“

“The food was so good. Our waiter was very helpful and accommodating. The restaurant had a really good vibe. We celebrated my husband's birthday the other day and they gave a free dessert because one of our dishes for my son came late. Really didn't expect it but the waiter was kind enough to give it to us. So thank you! Reason why I gave a 4 when the food itself deserved a 5 was because the hostess at the front wasn't very welcoming. It felt frosty and put on and every time she came to our table it was like this. Anyways, despite that, we will be back.“

“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!!!“

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“Perfect place for lunch sandwiches and burritos. All Fresh Dailey Patio dining Great.“

“Amazingly wholesome food. I came across this local business and it was so well prepared, you could taste the love and care that goes into their meals. I spoke with the owner as I was waiting for my food and you can tell that he really cares about his customers and preparing quality food. They cater too! If you are staying at the Hilton, you must try out this place!“

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

“Excellent all around! I’m not always a fan of the order first and sit down system, but they move quickly here and quality is still high. Plenty of seating inside and outside. Cappuccino and Cortado were both on point. Food was carefully crafted and very tasty. And service was great! Asked for a few things from the folks bringing out the food and they were quick to come back and provide it. Everyone was very nice and helpful. Definitely coming back to this place!“

“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!“

“Love the lemon ricotta pancakes here.“

“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“

“This place was our family favorite brunch place prePandemic (before kids got married). After pandemic: price went up ridiculously. For two of us (me and hubby) $100 and we don’t even drink alcohol - just food and tip
We would still go there here and there but not like we used to. They won’t miss us cuz it’s always packed.

Service: service is good. I prefer servers here than Urth cafe in Laguna.

Space is clean for such a busy place. I haven’t yet to use bathroom so —-
Only thing is that it’s very very noisy. I guess people are happy there.“

“Love it here! New vibe and great people“

“coffee is amazing . the veggies and breakfast are very good“

“Amazing food and service!“

“First time at Ellie’s Table this morning (breakfast). Excellent! The baked goods are terrific and the restaurant itself is wonderfully open bright and clean in a historic house.“

“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:)“

“Joe Biden sucks here too!“

“If you're looking for a breakfast spot where the food is made with genuine care, look no further than Avocado Cafe. Their breakfast burrito is a masterpiece—you can tell it's crafted with love, and the fresh, high-quality ingredients make all the difference. The wonderful experience was topped off by the excellent and kind service from the entire team. Five stars!“

“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!“

“So much fun! Been here multiple times. Had so much fun the first time I had to bring back my adult daughters to check it out. Can’t wait for the next trip.“

“I always receive great and friendly service when eating here. The menu variety is impressive and the food is delicious, fresh to order. I’ve enjoyed the shrimp tacos, fried chicken sandwich, chicken fingers, fish and chips.
Seating outdoors with great ocean view is always stellar.
So nice to have a great cafe with many food options when visiting the beach.“

“Wild Strawberry is my first choice for coffee, tea, pastries, breakfast, lunch, and even catering. They use only the best ingredients. Their food is amazing. Their staff is friendly. The vibe is lovely and inviting. 10/10, every time.“

“Top quality coffee - authentic European feel with excellent food.“

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

“7 Leaves Café at Diamond Jamboree in Irvine is one of my favorite spots for tea and coffee. The shop is clean, bright, and conveniently located in the busy plaza, with a lively atmosphere and a line that moves quickly even during peak hours.​

The drinks are consistently excellent. The mung bean milk tea, house coffee, and Thai teas are rich and smooth, and the boba always has a great chewy texture. There are also good options if you prefer less sweetness or non-dairy, so it’s easy to get your drink exactly the way you like it.​

I especially want to recognize Tanner for outstanding customer service. He is friendly, patient, and professional, and he always double-checks orders and offers helpful suggestions. Service like that makes the experience feel welcoming and is a big reason I keep coming back to this 7 Leaves location.“

“I eat here about once a month. Honestly, it is the only place to eat within 1/2 a mile of here. The service is very good, positive environment and when you are done you walk the grounds of Mariner's Church and stroll past babbling brooks, ponds, olive trees, and read a little scripture along the way.Positive environment and pretty easy to be social here. Open and safe environment.“

“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!“

“the coffee is a good price“

“Really enjoyed my stay! The rooms were quiet and comfortable, the hotel bar was fantastic, and the room service was excellent. Loved the thoughtful little amenities—they really made a difference.“

“We celebrated my sister's birthday in this cafeteria, and we have an amazing day. The foods and the drinks were very good and worth it. Besides, the waiter and the waitress that served us at that time were very friendly, nice, and professional. They treat customers very well, and that was a satisfaction to us. Their cafeteria also has a good view and style. It was perfect!“

“We always eat here before the theatre. Food is great, service is great, and very convenient. I like dining and then walking over to the theatre.“

“Love our experience at Eightfold Tea Shoppe this past weekend. The girl working was very efficient and was straightforward with us letting us know that the drinks were going to take a little bit longer than usual as there were several orders ahead of us and she was the only one at the moment. It was definitely worth the wait, the drinks were made to perfection; good balance with the tea taste and sweetness. We ordered the Earl grey cheese cream and mango swirl.

Will definitely be coming back next time we are in the area.“

“The cookies are so fabulous! Everyone that works there remembers me and they always greet me with a smile and a warm hello.“

“Cassel Earth feels like a hole in the wall coffee shop. Customers service was excellent, baristas were so warm, welcoming, and kind. Most importantly, the coffee was delicious. I tried one of their “Regulars’” lattes- “Michael’s”. Espresso was excellent quality and the pistachio/vanilla flavor was a yummy match. 10/10 would recommend.“