THIS REVIEW IS "ONLY" FOR THE "LEMON OLIVE" CUPCAKE... Today is my birthday and my friend stopped by before work to bring me some goodies for my birthday. She knows I love sweets and do a lot of baking myself, however, I HAVE NEVER TASTED A CUPCAKE THIS DELICIOUS........EVER!! It's truly moist, "flakey" if you could call a cupcake flakey at all, has nooks and crannies as I broke it in half (thinking I'd only eat half and save half for later)... and honestly, lemon is NOT my favorite of anything if I had to pick. So for this baker saying this lemon olive cupcake is the VERY BEST cupcake OF ALL CUPCAKES that I've ever tasted, is saying A LOT. I'm totally a cake person, so the slight glaze on it is more than enough for me! She also bought me a carrot cake cupcake. It's good, but not above and beyond to make a name in this review. There are plenty of carrot cake recipes and this one is a 7 on a scale of 1-10, IMO. ... but the lemon rates 38 on a scale of 1-10. LOL read more

Flower Child - The lemon cupcake IS TO DIE FOR!!! The carrot cupcake is a 7 out of 10 but filled with tons of yummy nuts & raisins! - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

This place is always packed with a long line for ordering. The food is organic, healthy, and delicious! I usually get whatever salad I'm in the mood for and then add the protein. Their sides are amazing, especially the vegan Mac and cheese and their quinoa with yogurt. This time I ordered the Brussels and Kale salad with Chicken. I am upset I forgot to ask for extra dressing because I'm a saucy girl. Their little dressing container is not enough for the large Togo bowl. Luckily the grapefruit and grapes added flavor to it. read more

Flower Child - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Counter order and then food delivered to your table. Chicken Yakisoba Noodles $17. Good and a nice amount of food. Ingredients are fresh and taste was good but I think next time I will try something else. This is not a negative on the food, just a note for me. Mango ice tea $4. Was good tea. Not very sweet. Salmon plate, Brussels sprouts, broccoli. $18.45. Very good Salmon plate , Brussels sprouts, cauliflower risotto $18.45. Very good. read more

Awesome place for brunch, lunch or dinner. Really clean healthy food, clean ingredients. I don't think they use seed oils. The inside is bright and welcoming, theres patio seats too, all the staff was attentive. They double checked my order, everything always comes out great even if I make modifications. read more

Flower Child - Patio vibes - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

I have wanted to check out this spot for a while and glad I finally got to try. Their food really does feel and tasty healthy. I ordered a Salmon plate with sweet corn and quinoa, and mixed vegetables. I looooooved the sweet corn and quinoa, Ima need that recipe ASAP. So tasty! I didn't love the mixed vegetables only cause I wish there was more of it...? Also, the carrots weren't all fully cooked. Besides that, the salmon was great. My man ordered steak with brown rice and roasted heirloom carrots. He loved his food but the portions were small for him. Still hungry, he got up and ordered a chopped vegetable salad and added steak. He enjoyed the salad. Inside is cute and has a good vibe. I am giving this place 4.5/5 stars, but rounding up because their food is great and customer service is wonderful, as well. read more

Flower Child - Salmon* Steak* - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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First off, the atmosphere was incredible in here. Every staff member was genuinely so kind and helpful. The menu has a variety of different things so you are likely to find something that you would want. I ordered the shrimp with the kale salad and this asparagus grain mix. Everything was flavorful and delicious. It is more on the expensive side but worth it in my opinion. A great healthy option!! read more

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Big fan of how much easier it is for me to make healthier choices with Flower Child's cooking! I've had salmon and the steak here, with a variety of different sides. I've got to my favorite go-to sides are the mac and cheese with the red chile glazed sweet potato, with either choice of protein.. 5/5 hands down a guilt-free meal. The smashed gold potato is also very good too, just depends on what I'm feeling really. I want to try other items like their noodles or bowls, but I just know the salmon/steak always HIT. Service was quick, friendly, and helpful. Very nice atmosphere in the restaurant, they also have a patio too. Flower Child is definitely worth checking out if you're in the area! read more

Ordered togo order for dinner. Got a Shrimp entree with Red Chile Glazed Sweet Potato and Gluten-Free Mac & Cheese as my sides. The sweet potato was great. With the crunchy bok choy giving it texture. The mac and cheese was also pretty good. Not really cheesy but the pasta was nice and a carb addition to the meal. Honestly I wasn't expecting much but this was a lot better than i thought it was going to be. The only thing is it is a bit pricier, though I understand since it is made for those with dietary restrictions/ preferences. Another thing is the portion is more like something that will keep you satisfied rather than a meal that will make you feel 100% full. read more

Flower Child - Shrimp Red Chile Glazed Sweet Potato Gluten-Free Mac & Cheese - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Cute, bright restaurant with artwork lining the walls. I believe this place replaced the old Pei Wei. It's a health-forward spot with plenty of options for salads, bowls, and plates. I ordered the Forbidden Rice ($12.95) and the Classic Hummus ($7.75). Both were tasty and satisfying without feeling heavy or overwhelming afterward. Overall, it's a great spot for a casual, diet-conscious meal. read more

Flower Child - Classic Hummus - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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1/8/2026 Kale & Brussel Sprouts Salad (with added steak) - I always order this and this was the first time eating at the restaurant. It was a large salad! Goes to show that to-go boxes are so small that you pretty much get half portion of what you order when at the restaurant. The salad was the same as usual. Everything tasted fresh. Crunchy kale and brussel sprouts, almonds, cranberries, orange and blood orange segments, cheese. However, the dressing was a bit too sour and acidic for my liking today. BUT I did an additional order of the same salad and took it home. It tasted different! The dressing was just the right amount, since they do give it in those small takeout containers. Also, the salad itself was softer overall. Because raw kale is usually rough and unpleasant to chew. The steak was a bit on the bland side and chewy. A few pieces were okay, but the rest of it was chewy. I feel like it's a hit or miss here. However, the take out salad was much tastier than eating at the restaurant. Kombucha - This was their daily kombucha. Forget the exact name. It had good carbonation. Kombucha did have watermelon flavor at first sip, then apple cranberry. But as you continued to drink, it became like apple cider vinegar with more acidic flavor. It was difficult to drink and had to force-drink it. I should have asked for a sample first. Customer Service - It was good all around! All the servers were friendly. The restaurant was clean and servers walked around checking in on customers as well. It is mostly self-service when it comes to refills and getting your own utensils, but they still check in with you. Parking - Large parking lot, but don't be fooled! It is always packed here! You might have to drive around the parking lot to find empty spots closer to the restaurant. Plus, everything feels cluttered here. read more

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Had the awesome chicken kabob bowl. Very flavorful , fresh and light. Very satisfying

Ordered takeout this time around so cannot comment on service or ambience. 7/10 Glow Bowl w Steak ($21): Eating healthy can be hard, but Flower Child makes it a bit easier. The Glow Bowl was delicious with the carrot noodles and I added steak as my choice of protein to balance out the dish a lot. However, there was an absurd amount of onions and by the end of the dish, I was pretty tired of eating it. Definitely think this is a dish where you should consider adding some type of meat. Overall, a simple but healthy and clean meal. read more

Flower Child - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

I visited Flower Child on a Thursday early evening. I ordered the salmon plate with cauliflower risotto & red chili glazed sweet potatoes as my sides. One of my friends got the black bean falafel wrap, & my other friend had the rebel french dip. The staff was very friendly, & I liked the interior decor. I'm looking forward to trying more of their dishes on my next visit! read more

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I got the bbq chicken wrap a lil while ago and don't remember much bout it anymore so I won't speak much on it but I remember it wasn't bad per se but being disappointed. I got the steak and red chili sweet potato and kung pao cauliflower as the 2 sides and cauliflower risotto as an additional side. Steak was kinda tough and barely had pink, most were brown throughout. I enjoyed the flavors of the two sides, however they were both so undercooked, they were hard and crunchy. I liked the cauliflower risotto which was creamy with also textural soft crunch pieces of cauliflower throughout and had strong umami flavor. Overall, i enjoyed the flavors of this meal and see the potential for it to be much better if the vegetables were properly cooked and the meat was more tender. read more

We received a gift card here. I liked that you order your food at the counter then sit down. It makes it nice when you eat out with others so you don't have to worry about splitting the check. There were lots of gluten free options to choose from on the menu. We ordered the queso dip with chips as an appetizer. It was creamy and a little bit spicy too, so yummy. I ordered the steak entree with a side of sweet corn & quinoa and the smashed potatoes. It was enough food for leftovers The restaurant is freeway close, right off the 73 freeway and MacArthur. read more

Flower Child - Steak entree with sweet corn& quinoa and smashed potatoes - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Cool place. Food is good... it's all healthy... to an extreme. The vibe is definitely for the ladies ('yoga mat parking' says it all). Their kale salad side is great! The avocado toast is also very good. The employees are hipster-ish, but very friendly and helpful. Solid for takeout. Wish their portions were more substantial, but a solid option. read more

Flower Child is a chill, welcoming spot with a bright vibe -- super good if you want fresh, healthy food without fuss. I've started eating healthier bowls and glad I found this place. Close to UC Irvine and affordable. I got one of their top menu items which is the Mother Earth Bowl -- a mix of ancient grains, roasted veggies, avocado, greens, pesto & a red‑pepper miso vinaigrette that hits that "healthy but satisfying" vibe. I really liked this one a lot! Will be back to try other bowls. read more

Love getting take out or dining in here! Always great, healthy, and fresh options! Service is always fast, food is always great. Ambiance is crisp and a brunchy undertone (if that makes any sense...) Definitely check out if you are looking for a healthy, nutritious but delicious meal option. Wonder salads and bowls. I have tried to replicated the corn quinoa and failed epically but hey I guess more reason to come in! read more

Cold food seemed like it was made yesterday for being there around 11:00 Did not taste fresh read more

Our Go-To! My wife has Celiac Disease so strict no gluten diet. We have been going here for a couple years and I never thought to do a Yelp review - duh. The choice of food whether GF or not is always amazing. The food quality is excellent and the portion size is very good. The staff is always very nice and service is almost always quick. When it is not they apologize and at times offer a free item. If something is wrong they make it right without any issue. It is so nice. I highly recommend it and have had catering once before. They did a great job. The ambiance is casual, dog friendly, and they have outside dining. You can't go wrong here. read more

Flower Child - Yellow fin Poke and chopped salad with salmon - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Always come here for the mother earth bowl and it's really healthy and good. Also perfect to bring to the beach right by. But my friend got the mac & cheese with steak and I think it was very bland. The sweet potato fries tasted very crispy and healthy. There's not much of a service you order upfront and sit down. read more

Flower Child - Mother Earth - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Restaurant: Restaurant is pleasant and clean. Has a patio area Service was nice, bathroom was clean Food: We got two seasonal dishes: 1. Butternut squash thai influenced soup - fairly watery, I was expecting something thicker. It was ok, I wouldn't recommend it. 2. Autumn veggie 'salad'. For some reason, I thought it was going to be served warm but it was chilled (which is fine). It was... okay. I also wouldn't order this. Regular dishes: 1. Mac and cheese - for being gluten free, it was very good. Probably the strongest dish we had that day. 2. Mashed potatoes - they put salt on the top, so you get a very unpleasant mouthful of salt. At first we thought they were just horribly oversalted but turns out it was just on the top. These were neutral. 3. Flying avocado wrap - I don't recommend. Pretty bland and the wrap itself has an unpleasant texture to it. Glad we tried it, but for the price point and taste, we wouldn't go back. read more

We did carry out and everything was delicious! Love salads that mix fruit and nuts in. The protein bowl was great with the chicken breast. They have a nice patio and indoor space. Carry out is efficient. read more

The ambiance in Flower Child is bright and welcoming! It gives off a coastal and artistic vibe! The service was amazing- the staff were super helpful in helping us make decisions on what to order because EVERYTHING looked so good! The food is fresh and they do a wonderful job showcasing their freshly prepped food right at the front to see! I highly recommend it if you're wanting something innovative, fresh and health conscious but still delicious and refreshing! Definitely a place to go if you're in the Newport Beach read more

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Lowkey came here wanting to try the viral gluten-free mac and cheese but I didn't feel like being a big back on this particular day, so decided to get a grain bowl instead... The ambiance here is nice, and the food tastes fresh and healthy. Actually pretty reminiscent of Tender Greens for me, in terms of the vibe and menu. I kind of expected it to be overpriced but surprisingly, I didn't feel like I got ripped off - everything feels reasonably priced, and you can tell it's made with quality ingredients. Service was also great. Love to see it! read more

Flower Child - Chicken kabob - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Took my kids and then got my dish to go. Theirs were great but the quality of the chicken on mine was awful. I had to throw most of the dish away as it was near inedible. read more

Flower Child isn't fighting for a Michelin star, so let's not pretend it is. In the quick-serve wilderness, where "fresh" usually means a tub of something sad congealing in a stainless-steel trough, this place is the rare outpost that actually gives a damn. There's no real competition in this lane, and they know it. Still, the food comes off honest, bright flavors, smart combinations, and portions that feel like what a sane adult should probably eat instead of the usual midday food coma death wish. Everything looks made by actual humans, not scooped from a bowl that's been sweating under a heat lamp since breakfast. Lunch portions hit that sweet spot where you're satisfied but not plotting a nap in your car. Service is fast enough, even if the table-clearing tempo slips and the food runners could stand to pretend they're part of the experience and not just passing through the room. The chain's expanding fast, and people keep calling it the future of quick-serve. Maybe they're right. If we're lucky, the rest of the category will take notese (talking to you Cava). For now, Flower Child stands mostly alone, proof that convenience doesn't have to be soulless. read more

Flower Child - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

I absolutely love Flower Child. I come here all the time and it's consistently one of my favorite spots for fresh, healthy, actually delicious food. Everything feels seasonal, thoughtfully prepared, and nourishing without ever being boring. You can tell real care goes into the ingredients and the menu. The staff is always wonderful friendly, welcoming, and efficient even during busy times. It's one of those places you feel good about supporting and recommending to friends. My only frustration (and the reason I'm writing this review, honestly) is that despite being a very loyal customer and spending thousands of dollars here over time, I was never once told that there's a rewards/points program. I had no idea until recently. So here's a pro tip for fellow Flower Child lovers: Download the Flower Child app You have to take photos of your receipts to earn points No one tells you this, so learn from my mistake and start earning rewards from day one. All that said, this place is fantastic and absolutely worth it, just don't forget the app read more

The food was good but it was not as good as I remembered. I even had a cookie and it was ok.

One of my favorite spots for lunch. Their daily soups are so delicious and the variety is amazing. Today I had one of my favorites - curried potato with dukka. I love how creamy and delicious it is, also gluten free. A small bowl is $7.75. I also enjoy a side of protein which is about $7.75 as well, these two things are so filling, One of my favorite spots for lunch. Their daily soups are so delicious, and the variety is amazing. Today I had one of my favorites -- curried potato with dukka. I love how creamy and delicious it is, and it's also gluten free. A small bowl is $7.75. I also enjoy a side of protein, which is about $7.75 as well. These two things are so filling, delicious, and reasonably priced. Service is always nice and quick! I also enjoy the atmosphere and have brought my laptop here before, using my iPhone's hotspot for WiFi. This time I also felt like getting a side of steamed brown rice ($5.95), and it did not disappoint. I was very pleased with my choices, and the total price came to $23, tax included. Come and enjoy a delicious & healthy lunch here! read more

Flower Child - Curried potato with dukka, steamed brown rice and a side of ala steak. - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

I usually love Flower Child in Del Mar, so I was excited to order from the Orange County location. I placed an online order and when I opened my bowl, there were only about five pieces of chicken. That's really disappointing and not what I've come to expect. Hoping this was just an off day and that my next experience is much better. read more

Flower Child - Kids chicken plate - barely any chicken - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

January 24, 2026 The chicken bolognese was so delicious! It's a gluten free option as well with squash and zucchini noodles! The sauce though was absolutely amazing! Another delicious gluten free option that I loved was the lemon olive oil cake! Yummy!!! I don't even require gluten free. I just happen to order these items and was so impressed! The ambience is colorful and friendly. I love the art on the walls and the staff is welcoming and helpful. Overall a delightful experience!!! read more

Love the space and how open the restaurant is. The food is also really good and tastes healthy. Service is friendly as well. My one hang up is that there wasn't a designated way to line up and place orders so everyone was entering through two separate doors and cutting in front of each other without anyone instructing patrons where to wait in line. Lack of order is definitely one pet peeve of mine when going to a crowded space. Besides this, I thought the food was good and I will be coming back. read more

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Highly recommend!! Their cauliflower risotto is sooo GOOD! The food comes out really fast! Lots of healthy options & a very nice patio! read more

Flower Child - Grilled Asparagus & White Bean with steak and Cauliflower "Risotto"! Soo DELICIOUS!! - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

I was really excited to try this place after a friend recommended it. Being meat free, I wanted something warm and the bowls looked great but mixed with cold items. Went with the glow bowl sweet potatoes noodles with added salmon on top. It was warm and had a kick of spice to it. Good, just wasn't wow"d for first visit. Shrimp entree with side of broccoli and cauliflower risotto (tasty item) was also good not wow"d. I'd rate this place 3.5 but it's not an option. Love the decor, place has plenty of seating and employees are all helpful and nice. I may give it one more chance for a bowl next time. We'll see.. read more

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I'm easy going Super Healthy food Super friendly cashier/food delivery Open and spacious with a lot of room. Easy Day read more

Flower Child - Mother Earth w/Chicken x2 - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Open seating in an upscale cafeteria-type interior! The vibes and lighting are really nice here. Plenty of parking, vegan options, and overall decent food with great service. Chicken Enchiladas 9/10 The moment I saw these on the menu, I knew they were the play. Not your traditional Latin enchiladas, but a damn good version nonetheless. Perfect balance of savory, acidity, and the cilantro hit so well!! Entree - cauliflower risotto and shrimp 6/10 Not bad, but I don't think cauliflower and risotto are harmonious, no matter the skill of the chef. There was a heavy coconut flavor that felt too sweet/fragrant. It came with sweet potato fries that were ok but far from a good fry. Overall, it's very friendly to meat-eaters and vegans alike. read more

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I've dined in your cafe as well as picked up an order. The salmon poke bowl was delicious and so well prepared and packaged. The server that brought it out was so friendly and helpful. I ordered the chicken kebab bowl for inside dining and thought it was wonderful. Great mix of flavors snd a healthy choice. Looking forward to trying out some of your other dishes. read more

we loved the food and the vibe! fun place to be and the service team was very kind and friendly.

this darling little restaurant is conveniently located off MacArthur Boulevard as you head towards the beach. Whether you're picking up to take with you or eating inside, you'll be enjoying a meal with all the flavors! The staff was attentive and cheerful. Judging from the crowd, It looks like it's a local go to for grabbing a lunch with friends or to pick up and go .What I loved is the menu is varied and everything is sourced from organic and healthy options. We tried the Mediterranean chicken kebab, and The mother Earth salad. I look forward to returning again to try more options for the menu. read more

Flower Child - Mother Earth - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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