This restaurant is my number one site. Of all restaurants I know I love it most. I never miss an opportunity to go to visit this place. Whenever I feel like having a delicious supper, this restaurant comes first to my mind. extremely good and food and a rich cuisine.professional staff, and nice ambience. Not less important, the pay is reasonable. I praise this restaurant with pleasure.
Marie L.
Rating Does Not Apply because this place is permanently closed per sign in window. 7/1/19. Came to grab a bite during jury service at the courthouse and sorry to say I won't be able to try it. Oh well. All the best to the owners!
Jay marks
If your looking for a quick bite this is the place but lines can get long and service isn't always that friendly. Prices are expensive. Consider calling in your order ahead of time. Also, they never get special orders right so dont waste your time trying to place one.
Chyna L.
Never really thought I'd be back unless at the courthouse (rarely), but I was recently assigned to a building close to Cafe Bella. I stopped here for lunch today and the line was almost to the door. However, they were really efficient in taking orders and the cashier was very kind. Today I had the Ovengold (I believe that was the name) Turkey sandwich, and it is solely what compelled me to write this review. I am NOT a sandwich person whatsoever...but it was THAT good. I literally cannot wait for lunch tomorrow. In the next few weeks I look forward to trying their breakfast items! So far I am very pleased with their menu items and customer service! Be sure to check in for that discount!
Ellen P.
I was assigned to a 6 week jury and literally walked to this place for lunch every single day. The cafeteria inside the courthouse is always packed for lunch, So I yelped and found this cafe right across the street. They have breakfast plates, breakfast burritos, salads, wraps, sandwiches & paninis. And they also serve Starbucks drinks! Everything they have is made to order too! Except for the pre-packaged items inside their cooler fridge if you're really in a hurry. I've tried their paninis and sandwiches and it always comes out piping hot! So delish too ! My favorites are the chicken pesto, rays bbq with chicken, and the loaded breakfast burrito. They also do Starbucks caramel macchiatos and some popular coffee drinks for a pick me up.
Danielle D.
Bomb food and coffee, definitely a hidden gem in this hell hole. I had a sandwich and blended coffee both which I thoroughly enjoyed.
Dan D.
It's noon and you just finished jury duty at Central Justice Center. Maybe you're a practicing attorney and need to return for the afternoon session. Whatever your reason, look no further than Cafe Bella for a quick, delicious bite. This place is seriously a godsend. Whenever I get stuck on a case in Central Justice Center, I make sure to walk across the street to Cafe Bella. While unassuming, this tiny shop packs a lot of punch. The menu has a wide assortments of items including paninis, sandwiches, quesadillas, pizza, and breakfast items. I was also pleasantly surprised with the high quality of the ingredients - super fresh veggies, meats, and bread. Honestly, it's not something you would expect from a cafe of this nature. My recommendation? The John's Bomb Panini. The prices are on point here. Most meals are $10.00 and under. Can't complain about that. Staff is cheery and always willing to answer questions. Never had a bad service experience over the years. TLDR: Don't eat at Craig's Courthouse Cafe located inside of Central Justice Center. Make the short walk to Cafe Bella.
Elaine R.
Second time coming here since it's right across from the clinic I work at and was recommended that the food is really good. First time I came I believe I got a pesto chicken panini combo it was decent it lacked a little but of flavor but enough to eat it with a small drink and chips for $10. This time around wanted something different, I was craving pizza so I ordered a pepperoni jalapeno pizza combo, not the best at all. Pizza itself looks like cardboard, and it tasted like one of those store bought refrigerated pizza, I regretted it I couldn't finish the pizza ,second slice in and the dough was hard, ill probably just have too stick to the sandwiches and panini. The size itself is good too share with someone but so sad for my pizza to go too waste
Audrey G.
Great sandwich, clean and comfortable inside. Greetings when you came through the door and easy to find and walk while your a jury duty. Enjoy
Stephanie M.
It was a decent and convenient spot for lunch while on Jury Duty! I would go back.
Stopped here for lunch while on a work trip due to the favorable ratings it has gotten. This place is next to a professional office type building, and the clientele when I was there reflected that. Most of the guys were wearing ties. You order at the front and wait for your food. They have about a dozen tables for dining in, and the restaurant overall was very clean and updated. I ordered the sweet ray bbq panini and got a side of potato salad to go with it. The potato salad was just ok. Not great but not bad by any means, but the panini was excellent! The roast beef was flavorful, and they put just the right amount of their BBQ sauce on it. The ciabatta bread might have been the best part! Crunchy and crusty outside and warm and soft inside. I'd definitely come back here when business or pleasure brings me back to Santa Ana. Plus, at least right now they're offering free food for people when leave a Yelp review and then return within 7 days!
Mike A.
Good deli good location if you are at the court. Friendly service and lots of room to sit
Jeff Rhoads
The BBQ Pulled Pork Mac-n-Cheese Slider were the bomb!
Arcelya E.
They have the best customer service! Maria is always so happy. Jeff is awesome they always greet you with a huge smile.
Victoria N.
Love the quesadillas! Great food and service. Pizzas are a must! Great food quality and always a clean environment. Everyone is Very friendly. Love coming here for lunch!
This restaurant is my number one site. Of all restaurants I know I love it most. I never miss an opportunity to go to visit this place. Whenever I feel like having a delicious supper, this restaurant comes first to my mind. extremely good and food and a rich cuisine.professional staff, and nice ambience. Not less important, the pay is reasonable. I praise this restaurant with pleasure.
Rating Does Not Apply because this place is permanently closed per sign in window. 7/1/19. Came to grab a bite during jury service at the courthouse and sorry to say I won't be able to try it. Oh well. All the best to the owners!
If your looking for a quick bite this is the place but lines can get long and service isn't always that friendly. Prices are expensive. Consider calling in your order ahead of time. Also, they never get special orders right so dont waste your time trying to place one.
Never really thought I'd be back unless at the courthouse (rarely), but I was recently assigned to a building close to Cafe Bella. I stopped here for lunch today and the line was almost to the door. However, they were really efficient in taking orders and the cashier was very kind. Today I had the Ovengold (I believe that was the name) Turkey sandwich, and it is solely what compelled me to write this review. I am NOT a sandwich person whatsoever...but it was THAT good. I literally cannot wait for lunch tomorrow. In the next few weeks I look forward to trying their breakfast items! So far I am very pleased with their menu items and customer service! Be sure to check in for that discount!
I was assigned to a 6 week jury and literally walked to this place for lunch every single day. The cafeteria inside the courthouse is always packed for lunch, So I yelped and found this cafe right across the street. They have breakfast plates, breakfast burritos, salads, wraps, sandwiches & paninis. And they also serve Starbucks drinks! Everything they have is made to order too! Except for the pre-packaged items inside their cooler fridge if you're really in a hurry. I've tried their paninis and sandwiches and it always comes out piping hot! So delish too ! My favorites are the chicken pesto, rays bbq with chicken, and the loaded breakfast burrito. They also do Starbucks caramel macchiatos and some popular coffee drinks for a pick me up.
Bomb food and coffee, definitely a hidden gem in this hell hole. I had a sandwich and blended coffee both which I thoroughly enjoyed.
It's noon and you just finished jury duty at Central Justice Center. Maybe you're a practicing attorney and need to return for the afternoon session. Whatever your reason, look no further than Cafe Bella for a quick, delicious bite. This place is seriously a godsend. Whenever I get stuck on a case in Central Justice Center, I make sure to walk across the street to Cafe Bella. While unassuming, this tiny shop packs a lot of punch. The menu has a wide assortments of items including paninis, sandwiches, quesadillas, pizza, and breakfast items. I was also pleasantly surprised with the high quality of the ingredients - super fresh veggies, meats, and bread. Honestly, it's not something you would expect from a cafe of this nature. My recommendation? The John's Bomb Panini. The prices are on point here. Most meals are $10.00 and under. Can't complain about that. Staff is cheery and always willing to answer questions. Never had a bad service experience over the years. TLDR: Don't eat at Craig's Courthouse Cafe located inside of Central Justice Center. Make the short walk to Cafe Bella.
Second time coming here since it's right across from the clinic I work at and was recommended that the food is really good. First time I came I believe I got a pesto chicken panini combo it was decent it lacked a little but of flavor but enough to eat it with a small drink and chips for $10. This time around wanted something different, I was craving pizza so I ordered a pepperoni jalapeno pizza combo, not the best at all. Pizza itself looks like cardboard, and it tasted like one of those store bought refrigerated pizza, I regretted it I couldn't finish the pizza ,second slice in and the dough was hard, ill probably just have too stick to the sandwiches and panini. The size itself is good too share with someone but so sad for my pizza to go too waste
Great sandwich, clean and comfortable inside. Greetings when you came through the door and easy to find and walk while your a jury duty. Enjoy
It was a decent and convenient spot for lunch while on Jury Duty! I would go back.
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Stopped here for lunch while on a work trip due to the favorable ratings it has gotten. This place is next to a professional office type building, and the clientele when I was there reflected that. Most of the guys were wearing ties. You order at the front and wait for your food. They have about a dozen tables for dining in, and the restaurant overall was very clean and updated. I ordered the sweet ray bbq panini and got a side of potato salad to go with it. The potato salad was just ok. Not great but not bad by any means, but the panini was excellent! The roast beef was flavorful, and they put just the right amount of their BBQ sauce on it. The ciabatta bread might have been the best part! Crunchy and crusty outside and warm and soft inside. I'd definitely come back here when business or pleasure brings me back to Santa Ana. Plus, at least right now they're offering free food for people when leave a Yelp review and then return within 7 days!
Good deli good location if you are at the court. Friendly service and lots of room to sit
The BBQ Pulled Pork Mac-n-Cheese Slider were the bomb!
They have the best customer service! Maria is always so happy. Jeff is awesome they always greet you with a huge smile.
Love the quesadillas! Great food and service. Pizzas are a must! Great food quality and always a clean environment. Everyone is Very friendly. Love coming here for lunch!