Bristol Farms is a great spot to come for lunch…read more The sushi and poke bar is amazing and always feels super fresh and healthy. It is one of my favorite quick lunch options. The sandwiches and soups are solid too, and they have a really good selection of protein bars and specialty items. That said, this is a very expensive grocery store, so I would not come here for my weekly grocery shopping. It is more of a premium stop for prepared foods and specialty items than an everyday market for me.

I am passionate about a good grocery store and this is the best grocery store in Newpies, hands…read moredown. Let me tell you why:: *Its clean, organized and modern * They play Mazzy Star *Its right next to Sur la Table BUT: *The fruit section is GORGEOUS. Have you ever said that about a fruit section of a grocery store? PERFECTLY ORGANIZED. Immaculate. *They carry sumo oranges and mandarin oranges with the branches and leaves still on them. They also have asian apple pears. *They have the propitious mango and peach ice cream novelties! *Grind your own nut butters *Great wine section *Generous fresh flower department * Large enough to have variety but small enough to navigate easily * Whipped coconut cream and fresh young coconuts for drinking OmG finally a grocery store designed and managed by people who love finding good food.

I have eaten at Gulfstream before but my meal this time was inedible. The menu said Ahi Tuna on a…read morehomemade bun which was good although there was only half of a bun! What I got was ground tuna that had a crust and it was pretty much raw-- no flavor. I took maybe 4 bites with a little sauce and then I got a whiff of a fishy smell and had to stop eating it. I should have said something to the waitress but I thought I was too picky!I know people like creamy coleslaw but too much mayo!! Gulf Stream needs to update their tuna entree to describe what you will actually be served!! I will go back but will stick with the salads.

While it has long been a neighborhood staple, I only recently discovered it through fellow food…read morelovers. Even on a midweek evening, the restaurant was buzzing, and the staff noted it gets significantly busier as the weekend approaches. The ambiance strikes a perfect balance between upscale and casual comfort. While the entire staff is welcoming, the bartenders truly steal the show. They are incredibly attentive, managing to provide lightning-fast service to bar guests while flawlessly crafting drinks for the main dining room. The menu offers an excellent surf-and-turf mix, catering to both adventurous diners and those seeking elevated casual classics like burgers and sandwiches. I opted for the Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes, which were excellent. Seared beautifully on both sides to highlight the crispy breadcrumbs, they were packed with fresh, generous portions of crab. The serving size is incredibly filling; honestly, a single crab cake could easily make a meal. When I wasn't thrilled with my initial choice of coleslaw, the bar staff didn't skip a beat, swiftly swapping it out for a side of delicious whipped potatoes. I'm surprised Gulfstream wasn't on my radar sooner, but it is a superb spot with a great vibe and a friendly crowd. I learned it's part of a larger, highly regarded restaurant portfolio, and I will definitely be back to explore the rest of the menu. I suggest that you make a reservation or arrive before 5:00 PM to snag a prime seat at the bar! Enjoy.

EXCELLENT jerkey! Best I have had in a long time. It's like home made, very High quality and…read moretender. I wish they were still open!! So bummed they closed due to being flooded. Hurry up and reopen! Your online store is no Bueno!

I have visited this jerky store many times in many years as this store has best products anywhere ,…read morethe store is always decorated and fun to see ! The music is always good as well. Most importantly I am always greeted by a gentleman who has a fun personality, great knowledge of his products,and very helpful with my questions. He offers samples of the jerky so I am able to purchase exactly what I like . Best store ever!!!!!!

If you have not been to CDM speakeasy basement AND are a fan of food cocktails and good service you…read moreare missing out. There is no place in Orange County that you will have the cocktails and service that you get from Brandon. It is a privilege to drink his creations and passion for hospitality. I do not say this lightly. It is why the phrase "a hidden gem" was forged. In my case not to use lightly. The food is great and overshadowed by the ambiance and comfort and complexity of his creative drinks. Manager always coming in to check also a plus on the restaurant overalll service.

After receiving a recommendation to visit quite some time ago, we finally made it out to CDM for a…read morebirthday weekend and were, unfortunately, really disappointed. It wasn't terrible, and we didn't leave thinking the food was awful, but for what the experience seems like it should have been it was not great. The signature cocktails are really nothing special and cost a lot. I personally had the Blood Orange Sour and might as well have just made my own whiskey sour at home and saved $17. We reserved a table outside and the atmosphere was nice and seats were comfortable. We're not sure if it was because we were sat in the far corner or they were understaffed, but the service was very slow, and even getting our card back after we paid took at least 10 minutes. Finally, the food was fine, aside from one of the salmon entrees coming out VERY rare. The restaurant ended up comping this dish for us. If you're looking for a nice night out with great food and drinks, there are plenty of more satisfying options for m Orange County that will be far better, and also cost you less than CDM.

The turkey sandwich here was really tasty & healthy at the same time, which is awesome. The guy…read morerunning the store was super personable and very hard-working filling multiple (as in, all of them) roles by himself. The vibe was super charming on the Balboa Peninsula and some people that eat here act unassuming and then walk into cars with the futuristic doors and speed away. It's a very unique spot here with really good food!!

It was a cute little market but I wouldn't get a sandwich from here again. We both got the turkey…read moresandwich bread was dry and stale and the sandwich didnt have much going on. I mightve ordered the wrong thing on the menu so it's worth trying something different, but I wouldn't crave the turkey sandwich again!

Matthew at olive oil and beyond is the man!! He always has…read morethe best oil and the freshest. Been going there for over 10 years and I would drive to balboa island all the way from SGV. Awesome stuff!!!

The owner was rude and had a bad attitude toward me. When I walked into the store around noon, I…read moreasked him a question. He asked me to take off my sunglasses so he could see who he was talking to. At that point, he already looked unhappy and had an attitude. I didn't think too much about it, so I took off my sunglasses. Maybe I was nervous, or maybe I thought making eye contact would be more polite. However, his tone when answering me was very harsh and unfriendly, and his attitude only became more aggressive. At the same time, he lectured me, telling me that bringing my own bottle for refilling is actually illegal and unhygienic. He gave me his business card and told me to look it up online and order there, saying he didn't need to explain further. After I left, I felt very uncomfortable emotionally. First of all, I kept asking myself why I even listened to him and took off my sunglasses. His attitude was intimidating and made me feel uneasy. Especially when I asked whether this was a chain store (Olive Press), he became even more agitated and responded by asking me, "Do all hamburger places look the same?" I later checked the reviews, and most of the one-star reviews describe experiences very similar to mine, not complaints about the quality of the olive oil. The owner will probably respond to my review. I only want to share what I experienced and how it made me feel. This kind of attitude can be frightening to other women who are shopping alone. I simply wanted to buy healthy oil, but your behavior genuinely scared me.

The Menudo from the Birrieria La Menuderia place inside Mercado Gonzalez is so good!…read more They always sell out before noon, so come early in the morning! They offer the rojo (red) and blanco (white) versions of Menudo. I love that it comes with a lot of meat and fresh tortillas to eat it with. There is so much flavor in the soup. They went up in price ($17.99) as of 2026, and although I think it's pretty pricey, if you're already shopping here and have a craving for menudo, I think it's worth splurging. People who work here are always super nice and friendly - I just love coming to this place for my menudo fix!

Our building had a catered event from them, and it was well received overall with a successful…read moreconclusion after some initial challenges. I will use mostly my names for what I tried: "ELEPHANT EAR" BREAD: -- light beige color -- very sweet -- honey taste very pronounced and sticky texture -- great with hot Mexican chocolate or hot coffee with no sugar to offset the sweet RATING = A- "PINKIE LA RUE" (aka Polvorone Rojas): -- semi-crumbly texture -- buttery shortbread -- large size -- dusted w/white table sugar on top which I scraped off to reduce the sweet -- medium sweet or tad more -- not dry nor moist -- very nice tasting, especially w/milk or hot coffee RATING = A "RHINO HORN" bread: -- has some color variance with light brown -- semi-firm texture -- lightly sweet -- best for dipping in hot Mexican chocolate or hot coffee; not ideal to eat plain -- not buttery -- I am not a big "dipper" of cookies or bread into coffee so this is not of much interest to me -- it's okay RATING = B- CUCUMBER/LIME AQUA FRESCA: -- I poured into my water bottle and added half water to get the sweet down. Way too sweet for my palate but nice once I got the ratio right. -- up to medium sweet initially RATING = A- PINEAPPLE/SPINACH AQUA FRESCA: -- above medium sweet but expected for pineapple -- the pineapple defeated anything rough about the spinach for me which was a good thing...not chalky tongue syndrome RATING = B+ WATERMELON AQUA FRESCA: -- medium towards high sweet -- I did 50/50 with water again to get it right -- tasted pretty close to fresh watermelon juice when I did that RATING = A

Absolutely obsessed with this little gem in Corona del Mar…read more Rose Bakery is the kind of spot you go once... and immediately start planning your next visit. Everything feels so fresh, cozy, and thoughtfully made. The pastries are unreal (you can taste the quality), and the coffee is always perfect. It's the sweetest place to slow down, catch up with a friend, or just enjoy a quiet morning. Their food is amazing!!! They also have the best smoothies and a spectacular Easter brunch!! If you're in CDM, this is a must-stop

I first tried this place back in 2020. My usual order is the breakfast burrito, and occasionally…read moreI'll pick up some donuts or other pastry items. The Experience: * Atmosphere: The place is really cute and has nice outdoor seating. * Service: The workers are friendly, which makes for a pleasant visit. * The Food: To be honest, the food didn't blow me away. The shop looks nicer than the food actually tastes. * Value & Logistics: The prices are just okay, and the parking can be a bit tight. Final Verdict: Three stars isn't bad--it just means this is an "average Joe" spot. It's a place I'd still come to occasionally, but it isn't at the top of my list for a standout meal.

Drove up to check out this farmers market for the first time. I have been going to the beach for…read moreyears but never stopped in. Some vendors were very friendly and approachable. I tried to support as many as I could before my bags got too heavy to carry. It's a decent size market. I got lucky with parking so I don't know were people mark but it's limited. I do wish they had more entertainment and tables and chairs for people to enjoy a cup of coffee and food.

Nice little farmers market in corona Del Mar on Saturday mornings. It's below the parking lot at…read morethe corner of PCH and Marguerite. Has around 20 stalls. The most popular one is the French baked goods eel here you can get delicious croissants and pastries. Others include a a few fruit stands, flower stand, chips and salsa, bread and cookies, seafood, meats and soup/broth stand. Not super crowded.

Cute store that sells balboa candy. Wine corks which I got. Snacks that are super spicy or not. I…read morecute and FRIENDLY souvenir shop. On the little area of Balboa touristy place. The worker Kendall was nice and greeted us. It was a perfect shop for me since I needed a cork stopper. They had a few designs but I picked this one. Street Parking is a block away.

I am a fan of their milk chocolate dipped ice cream bars with rainbow sprinkle toppings. There is…read morealways a fun array of sweets and soda pop flavors to try too. Staff was also kind and sweet. In the heart of Balboa/Newport Beach, it's just a fun place to venture in and enjoy some nostalgic sweets.