Baked Banhs have some of the best canelés in town, and sadly, they are closing on June 27th! We are…read moreso sad we didn't get to come visit until quite recently. :( We parked in the nearby parking lot on 4th street. Usually parking here isn't too bad if you're staying for less than an hour and easy to walk over to the dessert shop. Baked Banhs is located in the 4th street food market, one of the first shops you'll see if you're coming from the parking lot. Note the hours before you come (for instance, they're closed on Sundays and Mondays). And note that they seem to usually sell out of certain items by the days end. We've tried a number of different items here now including four of their canelés and their basque cheesecake. The cheesecake was solid. But we really loved their canelés. They are soft/moist on the inside with a nice crunch. And the different flavors really come through. Our favorite is the black sesame - not only is there black sesame peppered on the top but also in the center with a nice black sesame cream. It's so good and delicious. Four canelés cost $16 and thought they were well worth the price. Again, it's so sad to hear that Baked Banhs is closing soon so if you're a fan of canelés or other desserts, recommended to come sooner than later to try this out! We really hope they reopen again elsewhere or do a lot of pop-ups soon.

Perhaps one of my new fave dessert shops. It's a bummer it's so far from me, but I'm glad to have…read morediscovered it. I got the ube tiramisu and a few cookies. My goodness were they amazing! I had to stop myself from inhaling the delicious sweet treats. This is a micro bakery located inside a foodhall. Do yourself a favor and check this place out next time you're in OC. I know I'll sure be back!

There was a little bit of a line outside on a Saturday afternoon, i appreciate that they had…read moreumbrellas for guests outside especially it was super warm and sunny out! the line did move pretty quick! The guy helping us was super friendly and kind! He was super quick and it felt like talking to a friend than just another worker. Okay on to the bread and pastries, I love that blue corn masa sourdough. I just have no words it is so soft and pillowy but with the nice sourdough kick and smells heavenly from the blue corn! The rosemary focaccia was so flavorful as well, for me it is on the oiler side but normal for focaccias! the roasted tomato pastry is just so freaking good. Recommended by my best friend but i def would have bought a dozen of them! it was so savory with lots of umami and if you toast it or air fry it a little bit, it just elevates it!

I don't know much about bread except it goes well with butter and sops up the last bit of soup, but…read morethis place is all about making bread their passion. I saw an ad for their four-day labor of love panettone and since I was in town, placed a pre-order. It comes in its own branded orange box (move over, Hermes), wrapped up and ready to celebrate. Or just bring home and share with family, like I did. Flavor profile was sweet pandan generously folded into the fermented gluten with bits of white chocolate on top for texture and tied together with its coconut almond glaze. Not your holiday Costco panettone, that's for sure. It is priced accordingly for the effort ($65+). Pick up was a little harrowing because the space is small and parking in front is limited--park a few blocks away. The store itself is popping and tiny--the line goes out the door. But once inside, you have to marvel at the multiple ovens, the whole loaves, the busyness behind the counter. I tried the blue corn sourdough loaf and it tastes like corn tortilla but it's bread! And a slab of rosemary focaccia that was devoured within the hour. They also sell fancy sardines and olive oil to go with your loaves. When in Santa Ana, put this place on your must-try list. They also sell fresh coffee which I didn't have a chance to try this time.

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!

Very cute and small local bakery. Plenty of parking and no wait on a Sunday. No seating inside but…read morea few tables outside. I got a few cake slices for my brother since he doesn't eat a full cake and they were very fluffy and moist. Not too sweet and very easy on the stomach. The staff was very nice and welcoming. There was a good variety of croissants, cookies, cakes and puddings.

10/10 Bangkok Thai Tea Frappe - This ish is BUSSIN. I wanted a frappe, so that's exactly what I…read moregot. I did ask for an extra thick consistency and requested more ice and blended longer, so the ice actually blends right. I knowww I'm picky but I cannot stand ordering frappes and they come out thin and sad. I need that consistency thick af. They absolutely nailed it. It's honestly the best Thai tea drink I've ever had. I cannot wait to come back and try their frappe with Oreos next time. Cost - $7.95 before taxes.

I saw Eastern Tales Thai Tea on Instagram and had to check it out since Thai tea is always my go-to…read moreflavor at boba shops. The place itself is really cute, with bar seating and cozy wooden tables. We tried a few things: the Thai Tea & Cookie Flight, Taro Mochi Cookie, Panda Cookie, Thai Breeze, and the Biscoff Coffee Frap. The Thai Tea & Cookie Flight was really fun and unique. The pairings were: -Pocket Thai Tea + Thai ice cream -Lemon Thai Tea + Matcha brownie -Thai Breeze + Chocolate brownie -Bangkok Thai Tea + Thai brownie I never realized there were different types of Thai tea before this visit! They had Phuket Thai Tea and Bangkok Thai Tea, and they actually tasted very different. The Phuket Thai Tea was rich with a strong tea flavor, almost coffee-like. The Bangkok Thai Tea was smoother and milkier, which felt more like the classic Thai tea. My top pick was definitely the Phuket Thai Tea because I loved the bold tea flavor!!! The cookies were super fresh, soft, and chewy, and the drinks like the Lemon Thai Tea and Thai Breeze were really refreshing. The staff were very friendly and the service was quick!

Good service; I ordered mango pomelo sago hong kong milk pudding, it was not too sweet! Ambiance is…read moresuper cute, we can also buy blind boxes here.

Came back for their avocado tofu drink after hearing of the bogo! It's probably our favorite drink…read morehere after trying it first a few months ago. Also very cut cup!

My family and I have been patrons of Cream Pan in Tustin for nearly two decades now, even before…read morethe TikTok strawberry croissant craze and even before it opened more locations like in Fountain Valley and Lomita. The quality has just been so utterly consistent. These baked goods truly taste rustic and homemade; I believe the freshness is guaranteed and everything is baked daily. I always buy the shuku pan to make sandwiches my daily lunches and the country bread/sourdough for my avocado toast and breakfasts. The sandwiches made in-house are also recommended especially the chicken katsu and the assorted ham/tuna/egg salad. I like the croquette and egg salad in a bun especially. All of these are savory and flavorful yet subtle. I also recommend any of the pastries including curry pan, melon pan, and of course the strawberry croissants but beyond that I also really like the strawberry banana croissant and blueberry croissant. There is also a selection of drinks made in-house café-style as well as bottled Japanese drinks. The staff are friendly and I really like the space even though it's small. You can find seating outside especially if you avoid rush hours. Of all the three locations, this one is my favorite because it's so rustic and historic and really fits in with the overall vibe and aesthetic of Old Town Tustin and the El Camino Real. Please check this bakery out; it's one of the best in all of SoCal in my opinion.

Cream Pan never fails to deliver! Not only when it comes to fresh, delicious bakery items but also…read morefor savory meals at reasonable prices. The portions across the board are generous, high-quality, and worth every penny.  As you can see from my previous review, their chicken katsu is one of my faves. It is crisp on the outside, and tender on the inside. It's a generous portion with plenty of Japanese curry sauce, and I love the pickled red ginger. There is a kiosk available from 9:30 to 5 pm, where you can now order and pay for their katsu items. I believe the Chicken Katsu Curry was around $17.99. You need to show the receipt when they call your name. I also picked up a couple of sandwiches. The Tuna Butter Roll hits the spot for a quick, comforting lunch. It is packed with creamy tuna, cucumber, and tomato slices--at just around $3.50, it's an incredible value. The Sandwich Box assortment (egg, ham, turkey, tuna) gives you a little bit of everything, making it perfect for a satisfying light lunch on the go. If you're looking for hearty portions at reasonable prices, Cream Pan continues to hit the mark every single time.

Walked in here today and saw that there wasn't anyone. Weird! Guess they went to the restroom or…read moresomething? Never mind! An employee walked in and gave me my order on two Laymounas. I love their lemonade so much! The employee told me that they're now going to bring their Booza Arabia to the Orange location and you don't have to drive to the Anaheim location to do so. Anyhow, I saw that they've upgraded their menus on their TVs. So I decided to take some pics of it.

I don't do dessert. Period. I have limited stomach real estate that I reserve for meats. That's not…read morea personality. That's a lifestyle. You will almost never catch me eating sweets on purpose. This all changed during an unplanned day date with my lady that turned into one of those unexpectedly great days, and it started at Filo. Not the easiest place to spot from the circle. You have to actually look for it. Do that. It's worth the discovery. Nice cozy, relaxed feel inside too. We shared the kunafa with baklava crunch ice cream on top. Wow. Heaven. Warm, crispy, stretchy, with cold ice cream melting into the pastry. I couldn't stop eating it and secretly wished I hadn't agreed to share. The whole thing tasted like an experience. I also had a scoop of strawberry ice cream too, which is not a sentence I expected to write about myself this weekend. I only ever touch ice cream when I need it as an offering to calm a certain someone down when she, umm, never mind...back to the pleasant day... The lady running the place was amazing. You could tell she actually loves making this stuff and loves watching people lose their minds over it. That energy is contagious and adds to the experience. This is the kind of place you remember. It snuck up on me and fed me something so ridiculously good I won't soon forget it and will be back to try more of the menu. Highly, highly recommended.

Very delicious durian sticky rice (5/5)! Come order here if you're a fan of durian. Each dessert…read morecomes with a durian custard that is strong in the durian flavor with the right amount of sweetness mixed into the egg-like custard. The sticky rice was warm and soft and the salty coconut cream on top of the durian custard complimented it so well to balance out the sweetness! They do a buy 3 get one free deal and it's absolutely worth it to stock up! I love how it comes in separate containers so you can buy in bulk and save for later. It was about $5.50 for one and the portions were well worth the price. They do their business out of their house but have signs pointing to where to pick up which was nice. Tip: You have to order in advance online and they quickly text you your order submission after and what time to come pick it up. Super quick and easy. Loved the fast communication.

Delicious dessert with the perfect sweetness. Reminder that this is a pickup from home so you…read moreshould check ahead of time! The flavors were perfect and not overly sweet. Would definitely get it again. Each of them were about $6.50. Parking: easy

This is my go-to bingsu spot. All of the bingsu offerings here are amazing and their waffles are…read moresuper underrated. Orders can be submitted via self-serve kiosk or upfront with the staff. There is a decent amount of seating for your group and the whole place is kept very clean. Love this place very much

Came here on a Sunday evening for a nice, cold dessert with a friend after we were working out in…read moreLaguna Beach. Decided to stop here for bingsoo, since I've had it saved on my Yelp for a while and have been meaning to check it out. Good plaza at the corner of Fairview/Baker near Harbor Blvd. Pretty convenient location, same plaza as Eats Sushi, which I went to with coworkers last year. Ambiance is nice inside, but this was very obviously a pet-friendly place and it smelled like it too, especially in the restroom. Service - acceptable. Food - we ordered a large black sesame bingsoo. It was my friend's first time ever having a black sesame dessert. It was so good, we both really enjoyed it. It was so perfect and just hit the spot! The red bean, mochi, and almonds with the black sesame bingsoo all went together spectacularly. Such an amazing taste experience. Would definitely recommend this bingsoo spot, and may check out the Irvine location next time!

Cauldron is amazing!…read more Used to enjoy the San Diego location frequently but they went out of business a few years ago. Was in the area this evening after a kids event and grabbed some Cauldron. Still fantastic! Made fresh, super creamy and delicious! My wife got the Puffle with Milk & Cereal flavor, enjoyed it a ton. Kids and I all got mint chocolate chip, VERY creamy with big chunks of chocolate. Wish we had one closer to home! Highly recommend.

From the ads and pictures everything seemed cool. The way they make ice cream is unique and I'll…read moregive it that. So let's get to it. We ordered three things; mint chocolate chip, rose, and milk and cereal. All with a bubble waffle cone. The service was disappointing, the guy who worked there seemed like he didn't care and it was just another job. No life to him and was just rude about asking the code for the bathroom. The mint and chip is basic. Nothing too much about it. My kids like it, so I got it. Average 3/5. The rose ice cream tasted like a rose, it was pretty good and very floral. The disappointing part is I was hoping the ice cream would be shaped like a rose as depicted on the picture. Nope, just a scoop and left it as is. 5/5 for taste and 0/5 for presentation. The milk and cereal one was actually pretty good. Especially with Frosted Flakes in it. It literally taste like cereal. 5/5. I would give it a higher star if the service complimented it and th presentation of the rose ice cream did.