Great little breakfast place located in Lake Forest. When I say little, I mean little, but don't let that turn you away. The waiter sat us right away and brought us a fresh carafe of coffee. We both went simple, 2 eggs over easy with bacon and hash. It also came with homemade wheat bread. Everything was perfectly cooked and the bacon looked like it was cut from a slab instead of store bought, thick and tasty. All in all a good experience. read more

Cloud Cafe - 2 eggs over easy, bacon and home fries - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lake Forest, California

I just discovered this place through a friend. The quality of the food is excellent, the prices are surprisingly low and the service has been very good. I love the ambiance as well. If you are like me and love dining experiences outside of the typical OC franchise, definitely check out Cloud Cafe and support a local small business! read more

Wow! I am so impressed with this little slice of heaven! The food was amazing and so fresh. We got the omelet croissant and the breakfast burrito as well as side orders of the potato and the Louisiana hot sausage, all for 2 ppl and boy I left stuffed. Everything was soooo good. Definitely going back and highly recommend it for breakfast/brunch. Owners were very nice and stopped by our table to chat with us. The cafe has such a nice vibe, I loved looking out our own "ocean-view window" :) Very serene and calming. Definitely a good place to have a nice meal, good coffee and just take it slow. read more

I stopped to have breakfast at Cloud Café 23401 El Toro Road in Lake Forest. They have just finished renovating and it came out very nice. My server was super nice and friendly. She made sure all was as ordered and brought me some fresh salsa for my meal. For my Appetizer; Small Fruit Salad; It was complimentary; That was very nice of them and I enjoyed eating it. For my Entrée; Egg & Waffle Breakfast Combo Meal; Two eggs cooked over medium that I added fresh salsa. I loved there salsa it had a nice kick to it that I enjoyed. Blueberry waffle: I added the blueberries and whipped cream. It was very flavorful. I enjoyed my delicious breakfast. I ordered a fresh pot of great tasting coffee to go with my meal. I thanked management for allowing me to take some photos. Then I walked outside having had a wonderful meal. I drove off to find my next review. Robert H. read more

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It was such a treasure! A hole in the wall but definitely worth it. The prices were great and there was a friendly service. You can actually taste the food homemade. Strictly breakfast food but has a little bit of everything. If you order coffee you get served in cute tea cups. read more

Cloud Cafe - Here's the business card - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lake Forest, California

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If you need a fresh healthy yummy breakfast, then you need to come here. The food is prepared with love.

My wife and I have heard about the Cloud Cafe and finally decided to give it a try early on a Sunday morning. There was plenty of available parking in the little shopping center where the restaurant is located. There were no other customers when we entered the restaurant. We were greeted, seated and our orders taken. Coffee was delivered quickly. Staff was friendly and accommodating. The restaurant looked very clean. It seems they moved somewhat recently to this location. As a result, the restaurant looks bright and fresh. They have a cloud design on the ceiling and blue walls. It ties very well with the cafe's name. I got the early bird special. My choices for the special were 2 eggs over medium, 2 slices of bacon, breakfast potatoes, slice of white toast and coffee all for only $8. My wife got an omelette which came with potatoes and toast. My wife loved her meal. The omelette was steamed which made it fluffy and moist. My over medium eggs were undercooked. I will mention this since a restaurant that specializes in breakfast should be able to cook a proper over medium egg. (The yolk should not be runny like an over easy egg.) Some of the potatoes were a bit overcooked (somewhat burned). The portions were right for the price. Our breakfasts both came with a small bowl of sliced plum. We will be coming back in the future. read more

This place is AWESOME!!! The food is always fresh and delicious. Great customer service and the owner can't be any nicer. The way the restaurant is setup is traditional making a great atmosphere. Easy place to sit down grab some breakfast and relax. I see why people call this place a little gem, it really is!!! read more

Cloud Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lake Forest, California

This place is a small little café pretty cute and they have nice plates and cups. Food is very simple and basic nothing extravagant here and no cocktails or anything additional available. The service was OK with the food took a really long time for just one simple plate of eggs bacon and potatoes. There was a service charge for paying with my credit card which I was not happy about I don't think I will be back. read more

Terrible ambience with the blue tarp sectioning off areas. I understand Covid was a concern but this was just uncomfortable. In addition, I was not a fan of the food. I did enjoy having my breakfast served on china though which was a cute touch. read more

Our family always try to find small family owned businesses to eat at when we travel. The food always seems to be better and we would rather support a locally owned small business. The Cloud Cafe did not disappoint! The food was hot and tasted great! The service was on point also! They are only currently serving breakfast as of Presidents Day Weekend 2022, my wife was a little disappointed they were not serving lunch at first, but really enjoyed here breakfast burrito. So you may want to call to see if they have changed back to serving lunch if your not interested in eating breakfast in the early afternoon. read more

Cloud Cafe - Breakfast Burrito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lake Forest, California

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Don't judge a book by its cover. Incredible home made food. So TASTY!! The only thing not home made was likely the water (unless they distilled it themselves. ). Excellent prices too. Cloud Cafe exceeded our expectations. This will become our new go-to. read more

I love this place! We are definitely regulars now. My favorite is the burger patty breakfast. Their coffee is excellent. Highly recommend. read more

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We were pleasantly surprised by Cloud Cafe. It is definitely a different type of cafe. It is located in a suit (they share space with a vape shop) and it feels like you're inside an office turned into a little cafe when you're there. The setting was made up for though by their delicious brunch, super affordable prices, and great service. My boyfriend and I shared the steamed omelette with toast, and the blueberry pancakes and they were both amazing. The portions are filling, their coffee is good and cheap (I love their tea cups!), and their salsa is yummy and has a kick to it. It is really good when put on top of your omelette. I still can't believe we payed less than $20 for both plates and coffee in Orange County. Definitely the place to go if you want to enjoy a great brunch without being overcharged. As a side note, next time we're here I'm putting meat in my omelette to follow our waitress' recommendation! read more

Cloud Cafe - Pancakes and steamed omelette - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lake Forest, California

I usually try to try out local restaurants. Cloud Cafe is very local, Lake Forest. Corner of Muirlands & El Toro Road, in the CVS center along the side. They offer inside & outside dining. They offer breakfast and brunch (?). They close at 2 p.m. Issac handles the front, welcoming customers, seating them, taking their orders, and making you feel very welcomed. The menu is very simple and affordable. Please if you'er local, help your local diners. read more

Cloud Cafe is truly special- and I hate to be that guy, but I feel like all the low-star reviews for this place are from people who just don't "get it". After procuring breakfast here with my girlfriend, I truly consider this cafe one of Orange County's best kept secrets! It's strange (its space is one part vape shop, but don't worry- no one is blowing clouds there), quirky (located upstairs in what appears to be a commercial complex, with miss-matched table settings), and supremely intimate (with one server, a cook in the back, and a feeling that you are at a relative's house having breakfast cooked for you). This place is the antithesis of all things sleek, modern and "Orange County" and reminds me of east coast cafes with a slice of southern hospitality thrown in for good measure. The unique vibe only ADDS to my rating, not detracts from it. On top of it all the service was top-notch, truly making us feel like we were at home. I ordered an omelette and my girl ordered eggs over-easy with an order of pancakes to split. The cook time was a bit long, but in a setting like this it was just a reassurance that everything was being cooked fresh and from scratch. And boy oh boy can you TELL! Incredibly delicious, spot-on, comfort food cooking. There was not a single ingredient that was not pronounced and fresh. This place is everything good and wholesome about simple, delicious breakfast cooking. Period. When the check comes? Be prepared to be shocked at just how cheap you ate such an amazing breakfast for. No kidding, I was expecting double the price. Cloud cafe has it all- and we had the whole place to ourselves our entire meal. In Orange County, it doesn't get more special than that. An underrated, undiscovered gem that deserves 5 stars for certain. read more

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My husband and I love this place! It's small, casual, friendly and great food. We come for breakfast mostly and the portions are just right. We don't need fancy we just need good food and this cafe checks all the boxes! read more

Cloud Cafe gives a calm sense of breakfast at home with the family. Stopped here with the grandparents for a late breakfast and we really enjoyed ourselves. the menu is the perfect size. Enough selection to please everyone; efficient enough you don't have to thumb through pages just to select a drink. The decor and staff are what makes the place to comfy: decorated like the kitchen at a summer camp, and addressed like guests at a friends house. Grandma chatted with the chef over some fresh fruit and Grandpa enjoyed the adjacent tables company. very pleased with this windfall and planning another breakfast for the next drive by. read more

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How cute and thoughtful is this? I love this place Not pretentious but classy. Very unique and delicious read more

Cloud Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Sleepless nights can lead to searching YELP for new places to go out to eat, one of my favorite things to do! So, I decided to search for places to have breakfast and came across this little gem, Cloud Cafe. Tucked away on the second floor of a business building (off of Muirlands and El Toro) it is a destination restaurant. After reading the YELP reviews, we decided to give it a go. We were not disappointed. The dining area is cheerful and bright with ceiling to floor windows. The ceiling has inserts at the light fixtures with blue skies and puffy white clouds. We were quickly seated and after ordering coffee were given our cups (mine in a pretty china cup and saucer, hubby's in a more manly cup) and also a coffee carafe full of coffee so that we were never wanting. Hubby and I both ordered the $6.00 Belgium Waffle Breakfast Special which includes a Belgium waffle, 2 eggs and coffee. You can add your choice of bacon or sausage for an additional $2.50. We both ordered the additional bacon. Our breakfast came out served on pretty china. The waffles were perfect with just the right amount of crispy outside and luscious inside. The bacon was thick and cooked to just the right amount of crispness. If you are looking for an unpretentious place to have a nice breakfast this is where you need to go! We will definitely be going back! read more

Friendly ... Nice..great prices. Family type run simple and nice Came for breakfast ....but lunch looks even better. read more

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This is such a hidden gem in Lake Forest! We've tried to come here 3 times before, and they were closed and finally got to try it. It didn't disappoint. There are only 6 tables in the restaurant, so if it's busy you have to wait long. The ambiance is just amazing; feels like you are having Sunday brunch at your grandmother's home. We heard about her special steamed omelet which is what we got. It was great. The hash browns were not greasy. I am not fan of their French toast. It was not what I was expecting. The service was great! The young man there, was working so hard; cleaning the tables, taking orders, bringing out the food etc. Good job. The price and portion are perfect match. Plenty parking outside. Overall we enjoyed the experience and will try it again. read more

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We had a very enjoyable first-time experience at Cloud Cafe this morning. We tried their steamed omelette specialty and agree with the description in the menu, that it's worth the wait! We chose cheese, onion, bell pepper and sausage and the end result, served with hash brown and sourdough toast was fluffy like a cloud and unlike anything we've ever tried... Phenomenal! We also enjoyed the coffee served in china, a wonderful touch that felt really lovely. And the service was fantastic. We'll be back again soon! read more

I've had breakfast there a few times and it was very good. Sada and her crew recently catered a Thanksgiving feast for our community and it was truly fantastic! Will continue to support this wonderful neighborhood cafe. read more

Walking in I was a bit nervous, it's a small place in a strip center. But service was great and minimal wait for our breakfast. The food was tasty, my only thing is I love hash browns and that wasn't an option on the menu only country style potatoes, which I had and they were good but not a favorite. I would go back for sure it was very clean and overall a good experience. read more

I'm not sure how this works but I wanted to bring my wife and 2 year old for a nice breakfast and this place is in a very shady shopping center and it's a vape store???!!! Really!!! How can you advertise legally that you are a breakfast place when it's really a vape shop. I didn't even go inside and I'm so mad that the owner can advertise this as a breakfast spot but it's a vape store? How the hell does that work? I'm usually a huge Yelp fan but Yelp failed us miserably on this one. Totally unacceptable! read more

Cloud Cafe - The entrance to a supposed breakfast spot but it's really a vape store - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lake Forest, California

After driving by The Cloud Cafe almost every day, across the way from where I live. I decided. To take my wife and have a nice quiet breakfast after a long trip to Los Angeles. WOW!!! The first thing I noticed was the great view that they have. The menu had everything you could imagine. We had pancakes and eggs and a Denver omelette! The quality of the food was excellent. The omelette had cheddar cheese. The bacon was crunchy. And there was Vermont maple syrup! The service was excellent. The staff was very friendly. And the prices are on target. Right around $20 for the both of us. read more

Based on the reviews, my wife and I tried the Cloud Cafe out yesterday morning. The service was very good and the food was excellent. We had a simple breakfast of scrambled eggs, toast, bacon, potatoes and pancakes. While it was "simple" it was done to perfection. Stand outs included thick slices of bacon and Vermont Maid syrup for the pancakes. Also, hot coffee and fresh squeezed orange juice. I would recommend this diamond in the rough. read more

Great value for excellent food. Chef/owner does a great job Check hours as they vary by day.

No. I came here once and I will never come back. I ordered an Omelette that I can tell was steamed cooked in the microwave. The waffle was just terrible. No ice -_- read more

Found this lil cafe on yelp, so after yoga one day I decided to check it out. The cafe is located in Lake Forest off of El Toro/Muirlands. It is located in a office building on the 2nd floor. There is a lot of parking available. Walked upstairs and at first didn't know if I was going to a restaurant because of all of the vaping advertisement also posted at the location. The cafe is also a place for you to pick up the juice for the vape. Personally, I think it's random and both should not be in the same building but what do I know? Once I walked in I noticed the counter where the vaping merchandise was located and a few tables near the back. I was greeted by a friendly young man and he seated me near the back. He took my order and after reviewing the menu and decided on the Denver omelette. This is just not any Denver omlettte tho, this omelette is fluffy, moist, and just perfect it is steamed. I don't know how they do it but its brilliant and yummy. It also came along with a few pieces of fruit, your very original hash brown crisp and a slice of wheat toast with a cup of coffee in a cute tea cup. The cafe is ran my a family. Which made me appreciate it just a lil more even though there are some quirks to work through like the freezing temperature inside and the outdated furniture but then again it adds character to the cafe. Overall, good lil whole in the wall and will more than likely will return. read more

This place is so adorable! It was a little hard to find but it's inside the business building upstairs on muirlands and el toro. We ordered the breakfast burrito with sun dried tomato tortilla and the veggie steam omelette. They both were delicious! They come with a coffee and hash brown. It took about 15 mins to get the omelette prepared but they make everything from scratch and it is worth the wait. Definitely coming back! read more

Cloud Cafe - Breakfast burrito and veggie omelette! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lake Forest, California

After leaving my Doctor's Office this morning . I decided to try the Cloud Cafe Restaurant for Breakfast. The restaurant is quite small, but very quaint. It was refreshing to see a real old fashioned Coffee Shop. It reminded me of the Coffee shops that I experienced up North or the Midwest. The decorations do not have any frills-no linen or fancy decorating. Just excellent food. I personally ordered the early bird breakfast. It consisted of (2) eggs, potatoes, bacon and a delicious piece of Texas Wheat Toast. The Toast was absolutely the best bread that I have ever eaten. The breakfast was excellent and very satisfying. I also liked that my server put my Coffee carafe on my table and and gave me a little carafe of milk for my Coffee. The Server was very professional and attentive He wasn't running around all stressed out . He had a calming affect that also made my time here more enjoyable. In conclusion, the food is excellent and I recommend this Restaurant highly. This is definitely a (5) Star. You won't be disappointed! EW PS. I eat all my food. Forgot to take picture read more

Can a hole in a wall be upstairs in a office building? As many reviewer's have said don't be put off by the location or apparent shared location with a Vape store. Just think of them as roommates that are never really there at the same time. I actually didn't even notice until I read a review then I had to go look for evidence. I had their croissant omelette three eggs cheese and your choice of onion tomato and bell pepper. The croissant was great soft not too flaky buttery like a croissant should be. I would've preferred if The sandwich had a little bit more flavor to the eggs but they offered salsa or ketchup along with a table of different condiments including a house blend seasoning. So that worked for me. The service was OK which was surprising seeing that it wassmall mom and pop spot. Your basic come take your order bring the food out. I was given one very small glass of water that I had to ask for a refill. Great value though wow. I don't know if I saw anything over $8!! And having a small fruit cup as you wait for food was a small nice treat. Would totally return again. read more

Great service, great food. The salsa is amazing. cute china & plating. Definitely coming back. Making this my weekend regular

Super duper impressed with this place! The service was exceptional. The view was great! The food was great! It's clean! It's a little odd but you get over it fast. They gave us a frequent user card. It will get used up quickly! read more

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Went here today for the first time. I was pleasantly surprised about the entire dining experience. They have beautiful patterned dishes, the coffee I got was served in a tea cup and plate set. It put a huge smile on my face. We ordered two omelets and shared the French toast. Everything was delicious and I've never had an omelet like that before! They steam it, so it takes a bit longer but it comes out beautifully! I definitely recommend trying the salsa, my boyfriend loved it. The service was very friendly and I loved the cloud painted ceilings. My boyfriend and I decided that we need to find something to do near Lake forest so we have a reason to eat there. We live about an hour away. I definitely recommend it! Also, the price is super reasonable and they have an awards program too. (: read more

Cloud Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Lake Forest, California

Our first time here and it is A hidden gem for breakfast! Sada the owner, cook and waitress welcoming Food served on lovely china Coffee hot and good (real cream available) Pancakes best fluffy ones we have ever had Eggs over easy perfectly cooked Menu offers something for everyone They even offhand loyalty card for regulars Prices so very reasonable should work for families! We will back read more

Wonderful find for us. We love cozy and quiet breakfast spots and this place fits the bill perfectly. The food is fantastic and so is the service. It's our new go-to weekend spot. read more

Great food great, service, great atmosphere. Relaxing and clean restaurant. The Pancakes . Need I say more. Give this one a try. You won't be disappointed, and you'll be back. read more