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    Active Culture

    4.1 (736 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    ACTIVE CULTURE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Casual
    Happy hour specials

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    Lentil goodness bowl and kombucha mojito
    Ava A.

    absolutely never disappoints! All of the ingredients are so fresh, the most delicious feel-good food. highlight of the bowl is definitely the og sauce! it's so tasty and makes everything taste so flavorful. I ask for no rice yet the bowl is still so filling with the variety of legumes and veggies. the lentil goodness bowl has been my go to for the past two years, it's so satiating. it was my first time trying the kombucha mojito and im in love! Staff was super friendly and even let me sub out the agave, the kombucha itself is house made. Not artificially sweet at all, such a refreshing summer drink that pairs perfectly with the mint and lime. My version of a healthy slushie! not to mention the ocean front view is always such a pleasure. My favorite spot in Laguna by far!

    Frequently visit with great results, however this time was unpleasantly unexpected. $8 for a "kids" smoothie. To add insult to injury I watched them make it, fill the tiny cup, and then throw away an equal amount left over. Do better. Finished it off a ridiculously large straw. 6 oz. was not listed. My bad to assume it would be larger.

    Flat Rate Frozen Yogurt
    Leah C.

    THIS FROYO ROCKS!!!!!! Who knew that Friday afternoon has HALF OFF frozen yogurt!!!!!! I got the dairy free vanilla and chocolate with peanuts and carob, my pal got peanut butter strawberry and euro og with carob, and in her words, "let's just say I will be coming back".

    Lily T.

    tive culture: healthy cafe that also serves froyo. i liked the vanilla coconut and salted caramel the best- these flavors were v creamy and perfectly sweet

    Healthy frozen yogurt!
    Marissa M.

    Active culture has been my favorite frozen yogurt joint since I was younger and used to come after a beach day with my friends. I love the fact that their frozen yogurt has prebiotics and probiotics in it as it appears to be healthier than most other fro yo joints. The only downside is how expensive it is now and this time around they were out of almost all of the toppings and it was only 3 PM that day. Luckily, I ended up walking in on a Friday during the happy hour which meant I got the frozen yogurt for 50% off, making it a killer deal rather than pretty expensive. It was definitely really busy, but I loved all the flavor options. My favorite flavors so far have been the chocolate, the cookies and cream, cake batter, and peppermint/mint. I highly recommend for any ice cream and frozen yogurt enthusiast as they make pretty incredible frozen yogurt.

    bountiful bowl and bagel sandwich
    Grace S.

    I love coming here for lunch on a beach day! they have so many healthy food options such as acai bowls, salads, wraps, and more! my friend and I got our food to go and ate on the beach. even though my acai was slightly melted it was yummy LOL they use sambazon acai which is always reliable. they also do have a build your own froyo which I do like getting after going to the beach. all the girls who work there are super friendly and its a great beachy vibe because its super close to the street beaches.

    Hummus bagel sandwich

    My soul sister and I went for lunch yesterday. We both ordered the Hummus Bagel sandwich. She also had the lentil soup. I have to say that the sandwich was superb! The hummus was creamy goodness. Bagels are usually dense, but this one was fresh, light and a.mouthful of wholesome goodness. Gotta go again, on a warm day, for the yogurt ice cream. Perhaps try a salad along with a bagel sandwich:)

    Crystal G.

    So delicious so healthy. For only the best ingredients for your body. Five stars! Five stars! Five stars! Five stars! Five stars!

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    delicious food, recommend breakfast burrito. big salad is extra good with og sauce - shout out to great staff who did rec

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    Super good tasting food ! We come here everytime we come to Laguna!!! The LG bowl is my fave. And the tart yogurt

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    Yummy açaí bowls if you are in Laguna. Nice patio to sit out and enjoy the cool beach air!

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    Are there gluten free options?

    Absolutely. This is a very health-conscious café. I think everything is gluten-free! Check out their menu. http://activeculturecafe.com/laguna-beach-menu/

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    Kitchen in the Canyon

    Kitchen in the Canyon

    4.5(618 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Solid Breakfast. Really enjoyed the power plate. The potatoes on the eggs please werent our…read morefavorite but still great. 4.5 would be my raiting for this place, loved how much seating there was.

    Huge disappointment. Over priced, underwhelming food. There's minimal service to comment on…read morebecause you order at the counter, serve yourself water from one station and coffee from another. No decaf, just a one carafe/dispenser with cream & sugar packets. It was Sunday morning at 11 and no coffee. We asked 3 times over 10 minutes time and they couldn't get it out. Last request, the gentleman we asked twice already (who said he would put out the dispenser) sent a young lady to go get us a cup from behind the counter. That coffee cup was overfilled and tasted burnt. We didn't ever get the 2 cups we purchased. They had a lot of staff, just not taking care of people. A lot of customers walked in and back out, because tables weren't cleaned. Also I think they may have expected a place where you sit down & get waited on. We wish we had not stayed. Food came out fairly fast. The chicken & waffles were not good. Chicken fingers were dry, coated in unseasoned batter, and waffle was soft, no butter served. We asked & were given 2 little butter pats. Pancakes were very generous size, but gummy, not airy. Eggs were cooked over easy- those were fine. For $50 (2 of us) it was a very disappointing breakfast.

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    Kitchen in the Canyon - Inside view

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    Kitchen in the Canyon - Breakfast burrito and fresh apple juice

    Breakfast burrito and fresh apple juice

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    Thrive Juice Lab - Strawberry Swag smoothie

    Thrive Juice Lab

    4.5(352 reviews)
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    i always had this place on my to visit list and finally did yesterday…read more did not disappoint. actually will be visiting ther newport location because its actually closer to my gym/house. drinks taste a great as they look. not too sweet and you can actually taste the flavors. it was bliss. thanks to the staff so kind!

    SERVICE - located in a big shopping complex…read more- plenty of parking available in lot - good amount of seating indoors and outdoors at at tables for up to four people - need to order at counter and then they call out your name when your order is ready - staff are very friendly and welcoming - depending on the time the order can take a few minutes to be made - ambiance good for a casual meal or snack MENU - smoothies, juices, and other refreshing treats - all vegan/vegetarian - average price FOOD - launch bowl (6/10): banana date coffee base topped with chia pudding, berries, granola, and cacao nibs. This one sounds like a decadent chocolatey treat with mocha flavors. I am not a huge coffee fan but wanted to try the mushroom blend and the chocolate protein that comes in this one. The coffee flavor is quite strong and there is a significant punch of caffeine so if you need something to wake you up the get this. My favorite part was the chocolate drizzle on top. The smoothie itself was very icy. I got multiple chunks of ice as I was scooping through the bowl. I am not sure if that is a one off occurrence or because of the nature of the ingredients. WOULD I GO BACK? Yes but I would get one of the fruitier bowls rather than this one.

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    Thrive Juice Lab - Strawberry Swag Smoothie

    Strawberry Swag Smoothie

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    Majestic Mint smoothie with Coconut 'Swirl Whip'

    Thrive Juice Lab - Sunrise Acai Bowl

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    Sunrise Acai Bowl

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