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    Global Cafe

    4.3 (31 reviews)
    InexpensiveNew American, Cafes
    Open 7:30 am - 4:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    The orange and cranberry kale salad was so delicious! There is an option to add more protein to the salad with a small cost and I opted for blackened salmon. While the salmon was flavourful, it was a little too cooked for my liking. It was probably fully cooked because it wasn't sashimi grade, but then again how can I expect it to be sashimi grade when it's so cheap! All in the all, I was quite pleased with the meal and I will definitely be back to try out more dishes!

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    Yelpers weren't kidding about this cafe being nestled in a mega-church -- it's in the worship center of a Google campus-esque church. The built environment is beautiful, and the cafe has everything a person could want, whether for meeting up with friends or working for long hours.

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    5 years ago

    Great food for your body and soul. Heart warming coffee as well. It is like your own personal fireplace on a chilly morning.

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    10 years ago

    Always delicious. Always fresh. Love the setting. Love our church. Wonderful experience. Thank you Mariners Church and staff.

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    8 years ago

    Yummy food! A little pricey but conveniently located on church campus. Love the sweet potato fries, salads and breakfast choices!

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    15 years ago

    Very nice atmosphere and great homemade breakfast and dinner.

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    11 years ago

    Excellent food and service, surprisingly well priced. You'll be impressed with whatever you order.

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    12 years ago

    Decent Cafe, but AVOID the soda machine. I think something is mixing incorrectly. I'd go the bottled soda rout instead.

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    Great food and nice atmosphere. Mariners Church and its employees are wonderful.

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    Yes this is my church, yes I go there regularly, but I could eat anywhere and tend to think of the Global Cafe as a great meal option.

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    Solstice

    Solstice

    (812 reviews)

    Came here for brunch. The place has an upscale vibe and the staff is very nice. There is a lot to…read morepark in and the restaurant validates. We got the cranberry sage mimosa and pear ginger mimosa to drink. For a starter, we got the house made biscuits. Our entrees were the pblt, crab cake benedict, and lobster roll. Cranberry Sage Mimosa- This is sweet and fruity, carried by the cranberry sage syrup. A touch of lime gives it an extra burst of citrus. Pear Ginger Mimosa- This is a sweet and spicy drink with a strong pear flavor and a little zing of ginger. Quite refreshing! House Made Biscuits- The biscuits are hot and fluffy with a nice crusty top. Served with thyme butter and sweet honey spread. PBLT- This sandwich has a pork belly base that is savory and meaty. A bit of tomato jam gives it a nice contrast and honey bacon aioli adds a little sweetness. Crab Cake Benedict- The crab cake is fresh and poached eggs add extra bulk with each bite. The hollandaise sauce ties the flavors together. Served with a side of green salad. Lobster Roll- Fresh lobster pieces tossed in a cold mayo dressing. Served on a buttery bun with a side of crispy fries. Tasty! Great experience overall!

    Showed up at opening on Mothers Day and apparently if you don't have a reservation u can't be…read moreaccommodated. There were maybe 3 tables taken up and they said to my face they don't have a waitlist. Walk away, gave them a call and they said they have a waitlist... crazy work lying to my face. Pretty sure u can accommodate a small party that's literally right there when u have open seats and ur reservations aren't even showing up. Food has been great in the past but respectfully, front staff handled that poorly. Good riddance

    Benny and Mary's - Caesar Salad that we chose as a side for the Black Sheep Smashburger. Refreshing with Parmesan and Caesar dressing.

    Benny and Mary's

    (668 reviews)

    $$$

    1. The burger was delicious and well-built! I love the flavors of the pie!…read more2. The spot has fun vibes! The interior is nicely decorated! 3. The staff was friendly and hospitable! The food came out after 10 mins! 4. There are indoor and outdoor seatings! Lots of table! 5. There are parking structures and lots! Restaurant should be able to validate! Note: Restrooms have multiple stalls! Photo: Banana Cookie Butter Pie and Classic Smash

    My sister and I took our mom to Benny and Mary's for an early Mother's Day dinner this past Friday…read more The restaurant itself has a really beautiful ambiance and atmosphere, which we loved. The service, however, was pretty slow, and some of the servers came across rude. Thankfully our server Josh was cool, funny, and probably the highlight of the service experience. I ordered the Chilean sea bass while my sister and mom both got steak. We also shared shrimp and a salad, but they brought out the tiniest plates imaginable for sharing. By the time dessert came around, things took a turn for the worse. I suddenly had to make a full sprint to the restroom and let's just say... my dinner did not survive the evening. When your stomach starts rumbling like distant thunder over the Pacific, there's no "I'll wait until I get home." Restaurant restroom it was. Since everyone shared everything except my fish, I'm assuming the sea bass may have been the culprit because I was the only one who got sick. Unfortunately, it didn't stop once I got home either. Overall, I loved the ambiance, but getting violently sick after dinner makes it hard to want to come back... even if I did leave feeling 15 pounds lighter.

    Warehouse 72

    Warehouse 72

    (231 reviews)

    My boyfriend and I came here for an anniversary dinner and it did not disappoint. The food and…read moredrinks were delicious! We got the butter board for an appetizer. They bread was perfectly soft as if it just came out of the oven. The honey and butter was a great complement to the bread. For our main we got the seafood risotto and NY Strip. Both were excellent. The drinks were very refreshing and strong. Our server was very attentive and provided great service throughout the night! We even got a complimentary dessert for our anniversary! Will definitely be coming back here in the future!

    Unfortunately a disappointing experience. Food was overpriced, under seasoned, and didn't have all…read morethe ingredients listed. I ordered the Chilean sea bass. One of the ingredients listed was shishito peppers. I showed the server that there weren't shishito peppers. Without me asking, he told the kitchen to prepare a plate on the side, which was nice. However, for a $50 plate that's a big oversight. The "yuzu glaze," tastes like something from a Panda Express or an Asian fast food spot. I scraped it off since it was overly sweet. The sea bass was perfectly cooked, which was the one good thing about the dish. My boyfriend ordered the lamb chops, which were under seasoned and the carrots were undercooked. We wanted to order more, but decided against it because we were disappointed by the arancini, which was also under seasoned and greasy. We live close by and really wanted to like the restaurant. The ambiance was pretty poor. The large wall screen was playing a series of "screensavers"/stock footage that was distracting. It was on repeat too, and I probably saw the dancing astronaut 3-4 times. We were celebrating a birthday and the hostess said she'd make a note when we made the reservation and they'd take care of us. Nothing happened, and that's fine but just shows that the price you're paying doesn't match the level of food or service you'd expect. For any special occasions, I'd celebrate elsewhere.

    Lemon & Thyme - Pork belly and black garlic bbq

    Lemon & Thyme

    (296 reviews)

    From the moment the glistening rolls hit the table, we knew we were in for a good night. The rolls…read morewere coated in butter infused with zesty lemon and thyme (Yes, like the name of the restaurant! Isn't that adorable and clever?) Then came the entrees. Knockout after knockout. The Pork Belly with Black Garlic and the Seared Duck Breast were both perfectly executed. Crunchy, golden skin. Juicy meat. Rich, flavorful sauces paired with comforting, silky purées. Balanced. The kind of plates that make us slow down to savor each mouthful... and then shamelessly scrape up every last bite. We were so smitten after those first two dishes that we threw all caution and control to the wind. I asked staff to surprise us with one of the dishes recommended earlier. Out came the Grilled Octopus Al Pastor. Nice char, tender bite, and a tangy sauce. For dessert: the Baklava Cheesecake. Lightly spritzed with aromatic rose water, ultra sweet, and unapologetically indulgent. Beautifully crafted and shareable, though you may not want to. Beyond the food, the ambience really shines. Intimate, classy, and whimsical, with a charming playlist. Ideal for date nights or special celebrations. Service was outstanding. Warm, attentive, and passionate. Staff enthusiastically walked us through the menu and offered recommendations. Our server was on point. Water glasses were never empty, plates cleared promptly, and everything flowed seamlessly. An incredible experience from start to finish. I couldn't stop yapping about the duck and pork belly since our first dinner here. So we came back the following weekend! We ordered our favorites again - the Pork Belly with Black Garlic and the Seared Duck Breast. To our surprise, the meats felt rather chewy and tough. I'm hoping this was a hiccup, but would love to see consistency in texture. Will be coming back for more :)

    Ambience: 4 stars, small, clean, and simple. Intimate space with oldies music playing in the…read morebackground. Service: 4 stars, simple good service. Parking: Free parking in the back of the restaurant. Our Tes took us to the parking lot outback when we punched in their address. Food: 4 stars. Small menu selection with a couple of specials for dinner. Really enjoyed the burger + fries + beer trio. Good solid food. Creative and generous serving portions. This is really out of the way for us, but since we were doing some shopping in Costa Mesa, Grok recommended this restaurant based on a few of our filters... Wow, the food was phenomenal...but what pushed this from a 4 star to a 5 star experience were the warm towelettes and lemon for me to wash my hands with. I guess they saw me using my hands to eat their delectable empanadas, they brought a plate with warm towelettes and lemon over. Pleasantly surprised and impressed. Highly recommended, and will definitely be back. We come down to the OC a few times a month to see friends and escape our regular routine.

    Global Cafe - newamerican - Updated May 2026

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