One of the only two places that makes Thai Tea that reminds me of Vietnam. Run by a small team,…read morethey keep this place open 24/7, which is crazy. I make 3 AM runs from Fullerton down to Newport just for their Thai Tea with my boyfriend or by myself when I get stressed from school. Because they are located right by the beach, I can get pastries and just sit by the shore for hours listening to music and watching the sun rise. It's such a vibe! Please support them and tip whenever you can! 10/10 Vietnamese nostalgia approved!

Went here multiple times but the most recent time I got the cinnamon stick and the passion fruit…read moreiced tea. The service is pretty quick and I love the environment. It's definitely affordable with some solid quality. A lot of people love this place and I see why!

We've had the chicken with mustard three times now and it was cooked thoroughly each time without…read morebeing dry. The mustard sauce goes really well with the mashed potatoes and broccolini. We tried the branzino as a side (which is priced pretty well). We also tried the beef bourguignon pasta. You can split one meal among three kids and the price comes out very reasonably. We got takeout, so I can't speak to the service. They use paper takeout boxes, which I appreciate because it means less mystery plastic to worry about with your hot food. The containers are lower waste and sturdy enough to hold up overnight. That's a huge plus for me, if packaging counts as ambiance.

I had been curious to try Moulin, seeing how popular their cafes are. Finally visited the one in…read moreNewport Beach, situated on a busy street corner where the sounds of the traffic and revving sports cars are hard to avoid. We came for lunch on a weekend and it was pretty busy. It's fast-casual, so you place your order at the counter and then find a table. I ordered the vegetarian omelette, which said it was a mini ratatouille, though tomatoes were not listed as an ingredient. The omelette was pretty plain, with some chopped up eggplant, onion and squash, that did not impart much flavor. It came with an overdressed salad and a piece of toast that was so dry that I don't know who'd want to eat it. I thought maybe I should have ordered one of their sandwiches instead, but my husband, who is normally not very particular about food, ordered one of their premade smoked salmon sandwiches was very disappointed. Not sure if we came on an off day or if perhaps pastries are the main attraction here. My curiosity has been satisfied.

What an amazing bakery, they have chandeliers inside small and quaint. The almond croissant was…read moreabsolutely stunning. We also had a baguette with cream cheese service was so good. They brought everything to the table and made sure that we were well served. This place is a must visit if you are in the area

The pastries here are fantastic. So beautiful, puffy, delicate, delicious, they really are so…read moredelicious. The peach tart was sweet, flavorful, tart and had a nice glaze. The chocolate almond croissant was amazing, so perfectly raised with right amount of sweetness in the crisp dough. I had a Croque Monsieur which was OK but too "bready" - the bread was too thick or something. The flavor was good. The ham & cheese croissant was a different story - it had the delicate delicious puffy croissant and inside was a perfect combination of cheese, ham and with a lovely mustard tang. It was so good. Highly recommend this bakery!

Yoga today across the street was a bit of a letdown. But the real star of the show was that…read morecroissant turkey, lettuce, tomato and sprouts sammie from that little bakery across the street we went to afterward fr There is both indoor and outdoor seating. We chose to sit outside and it was so nice out I'm glad we did. The service was great, worker told us September is actually a slow month for them, before it gets busy around holiday season. Highly recommend. The croissant was light and crisp - nothing was overly heavy.

A popular spot for sandwiches, breads, and other pastries! Their lines run long, but they're…read moregenerally pretty fast. Their croissant sandwiches with chicken curry is a recommend, and the portions are pretty generous. Seating is limited inside, but there's some public seating areas outside where you can enjoy the weather. Parking situation isn't great, though. Carpooling recommended.

The BEST egg sandwich, incredible loaves, wonderful pastries. I would live here except I would…read moreweigh 400 lbs. Ugly building and seating area, terrible parking, but the bakery food is to die for. From my son: They found fresh bagels in back for me!

What a hip, cool place for a morning treat. They have a great iced vanilla latte. They also pride…read morethemselves on a tasty variety of breakfast danishes and other items. Quick, friendly service. The only drawback is parking.

The workers were so helpful and we recieved our food fast! The enviroment of the dining area was…read morealso nice with the ac and background noise.

Chai latte : 5/5 Barista Service: 5/5…read moreAmbiance : 5/5 There are many indoor and outdoor dining options . I recommend it

Once in a blue moon, when I get a sweet tooth and I'm down in the Newport Beach/Balboa area, I love…read morestopping by Milk & Cookies for a treat. My go-to flavors are the white chocolate macadamia, oatmeal raisin, toffee crunch & lemon blueberry cookies. A single cookie is $2.75, which IMO, is a pretty fair price these days ~ especially since they're a generous size. Since everything is baked fresh daily, the cookies are always soft, fresh and absolutely delicious. It's cool that they offer handmade ice cream and different flavored farm fresh milks, as well. The only downside is the parking situation ~ it can be a bit of a challenge. IYKYK :/ That's pretty much the only reason I don't visit more often. I usually stop by only when I'm already in the area grabbing a meal or hanging out nearby. On every visit, the staff has been friendly, and the shop is always clean and welcoming. All in all, if you're looking for a tasty dessert while you're in the area, Milk & Cookies is worth checking out! RxFoodie recommends!!!

I've been coming to this spot since 2020 during the COVID days, and the cookies remain great. They…read moreoffer a wide variety of flavors, and the best part is that the cookies are always served warm. The Order: * My Go-To: I highly recommend the chocolate chip cookie with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream on top. * Variety: They have every flavor of milk, ice cream, and cookies you could want. Timing & Atmosphere: * Avoid Weekends: I would not recommend coming here on a weekend. The store is tiny, and because it's right next to all the bars, the area gets crowded with a lot of drunk people. If that isn't your scene, stick to a weekday visit. * Rewards: It is quite expensive, but it's a nice treat. Plus, you can sign up with your phone number to get discounts for future visits. The Parking Situation: * Virtually Non-Existent: There is no parking lot, so you are stuck looking for small spots along the side of the road. * Accessibility: There is no designated handicap parking, so keep that in mind if you aren't prepared to walk a bit from a side street. Final Verdict: It's a perfect weekday spot for a warm dessert, just be prepared for the peninsula parking struggle!

What else to say about Chaupain, except it's always exceptional?…read more I'm biased - but their pastries have got to be the best in OC. This is the 3rd Chaupain location I've been to, I happened to be in the area. It's smaller than the one on La Paz in LN to be sure, but ample size enough to provide anyone with full tastes of their amazing goods. I like everything - I've tried nearly all of their pastries and cakes, this time I tried the cinnamon roll- which was insanely good, soft, and tasted of such quality. Actually - never tried their quiche, which is certainly on a bucket list for next time. I highly recommend everything they have - but just to name a new, the guava cream cheese, cinnamon cream cheese, mixed berry bateau, opera cake, vanilla scone, any of their croissants, lemon tiramisu, and the jamon sandwich is incredible - I love that the bread had a chewy texture, which is perfect for this sandwich. Adding any of the American condiments would almost be a sacrilege, but a bit of dijon is good, which they have there in packets- the flavours work so well together. I really struggle to restrain myself when coming here, which necessary for your wallet and your waistline - but whatever you decided it's all good here. The customer service was also stellar - very friendly, helpful, and personable. Thank you !

Chaupain's croissants and pastries never cease to amaze. So so flaky and crispy! My go-to and an…read moreabsolute must try for anyone who loves French bakeries. My family loves the spinach cheese and mixed berry croissant. They have a variety of croissants, tarts, cakes, quiches, sandwiches - and entree items like French onion soup, and the sunrise sandwich which are both very good. The Laguna Hills branch is a very small storefront with some patio seating. The staff are always so polite and friendly!

I am glad to have found this family owned business, the freshness and quality of their pastries is…read moreappreciated and the price is fair for what you get. Will definitely be back.

I ordered this durian cake for our anniversary, and wow... it's easily the best cake I've ever had…read more If you love real durian, you'll love this cake. The cream is super smooth and filled with actual durian pulp--no artificial flavor at all. The sponge is so light and fluffy that it almost melts in your mouth, and it pairs perfectly with the rich, fruity durian cream. I already love fresh durian and durian ice cream, but this was my first time trying a durian cake, and it completely exceeded my expectations. The 6-inch cake was $68, so it's definitely a treat, but I'd happily buy it again. Just make sure to order a few days ahead. The service was amazing too. Since it was our anniversary, they added a cute "Happy Anniversary" sign to the cake at no extra charge. When we picked it up, they even reminded us to head straight home because the summer heat could affect the cake. You can tell they genuinely care about the quality of their cakes and want customers to enjoy them at their best. Definitely coming back to try more flavors!

Eller Bakery has such a great vibe, and I love the variety of baked items they offer. I also really…read morelike the sourdough concept, and the coffee drinks were excellent. The chicken pot pie was great, and the Benedict was decent, although I'm personally not a huge fan of sourdough, so it wasn't my favorite. I also tried the sourdough cinnamon roll, but I don't think the sour flavor pairs well with a cinnamon roll. My biggest issue was that they don't warm it up for you, which feels strange for a bakery. Having to eat a room-temperature cinnamon roll with hardened icing was disappointing. Overall, I really enjoyed the atmosphere, coffee, and variety of baked goods, but I think the cinnamon roll would be much better served warm.

Odd location in an industrial area. A few parking spots in the front with more around the back of…read morethe building. Order at the register and they bring your order to you. Indoor and outdoor seating. Casual, modern and open atmosphere. Fast and friendly staff. I tried the cinnamon roll iced latte and breakfast burrito. Added bacon for $4 extra, otherwise it would've been meatless. It comes with some hot sauce that wasn't overly spicy. Loved both items! Those, along with another latte and kids mini pancakes ran me around $45 total as of Sep 2026. Not bad on the value and clearly high quality!