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    I Love Bagels

    3.9 (156 reviews)
    InexpensiveBagels, Sandwiches
    Closed 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    I LOVE BAGELS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Potato salad, ham and Swiss cheese sandwich
    Kyle E.

    I had sesame bagel with ham and Swiss cheese and potato salad. Sandwich was on good side the bagel itself wasn't great but it acceptable on the other side potato salad was excellent. I always like small local businesses specially food places ,so recommend this place...

    #4 no cheese and cinnamon raisin
    Aaron V.

    This place has a flat out unbeatable system. It gets PACKED and if the line is out the door, they still move fast. They won't accept phone orders most of the time so don't try calling ahead. Just know when you get there, they'll turn it out quickly for you. They're always so friendly. The food itself it's so so good. When it comes to bagel spots in south Orange County, they're on top. I'll always leave another review for them every now and then simply because we come several times a week. Cheers!

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    Elisa G.

    They do not have gluten-free bagels that you can order plain. You have to get something on them. They buy them at Ralph's.

    Egg bagel with scallion schmear

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    Friendly and Fabulous staff! Excellent bagels!!! And delicious cream cheese!!! Love this place!!

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    So good and reliable, the reviews are right the lines can get long but they work really fast! Cute decor and amazing bagels for a good price

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    Ordered green bagels for St Paddys and they were delicious. Customer service was great

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    Service was great. Prices more than reasonable. Best bagels in So Cal. Will go there again soon.

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    My bagel had a hair in it. The bagel was not up to expectation. The lady is rude and she yelled at people.

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    Helpful employees! Always nice. Love the bagels! I had the vegetarian bagel on a jalapeño cheese bagel. So good!

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    Ask the Community - I Love Bagels

    I would like to know if you have gluten-free bagels? I've called several times but you're always busy and no one answers the phone?

    Yes they do! One of owners is out with a physical injury, so they are a little short handed. Best bagel place around!!

    Do you sell gluten free bagels?

    I believe rhey do, great place!

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    Coffee Importers

    Coffee Importers

    4.0(682 reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    Editing my review based on the owner saying that they made the guy leave. I hope that's true and…read morethat this kind of behavior is not tolerated in the future. I'll be back to Coffee Importers soon--it's a great place in DP for a morning coffee and pastry and hopefully the "regulars" don't ruin it for everyone else. Original review: I want to love this place and it bums me out to have to write this, but this is one of the least welcoming places in DP. Not because the staff is rude. But because they allow this clique of regulars to take over the outside patio and harass people who aren't in their group. I've watched it happen a few times now, but today was the worst. A woman with a little kid sat down at an unoccupied table and started having their food. A couple of minutes later an older gentleman walked up and began verbally accosting her, getting in her space and demanding that she leave because he's been coming here for 35 years and this is his table. He kept accosting her until she was crying and took her child and moved tables. A few people tried to comfort this poor woman and her little kid. This guy was 1000% in the wrong. But staff didn't do anything. Instead, they walked up to the guy, said hi to him (of course, in a first name basis) and were friendly as anything. But not a word to the woman crying and trying to distract her toddler. Gross. It's not just this one guy either. There are at least a dozen of these "regulars" and Coffee Importers doesn't appear to do anything to stop them from harassing people, and actually seems to be fostering this environment.

    OMG. I think I need an intervention. I actually love this place. Now let's get started on how this…read moreworks. It is tucked off to the side by the ocean Institute in Dana point. There is plenty of parking both in a lot, an extended lot and also the street. You can also take one of the many foot paths to the location as well. There are two ways to order. One sign says pastries and coffee and the other side towards the back or the Marina side says food and beverages. If you only want a coffee with a croissant or cinnamon roll or the delicious biscuits, then step into the pastries and coffee line. If you want breakfast sandwiches or any of the toasts plus coffee and other beverages, then go to the other line. It can get very busy, especially on the weekends after 9 AM. But bring your patience and be nice to everyone. Once you have ordered, step aside. Most likely your drinks will be called out first. It does take time to make freshly prepared food so either take a seat with your number and wait for it to be delivered or listen if it's going to be a to go order for your name It is dog friendly out on the patio. Please make sure to clean up after yourselves as the wind can blow any debris into the marina and we want to make sure everything is clean and safe for our underwater friends. Very cool nautical vibes. They decorate for the holidays. Reasonably priced. Support local. If you're gonna spend 6 to 7 dollars on a pastry or coffee, you should come here. Incredible vibes you could park at the other end of the marina and walk on over for a great scenic walk. My favorite is the iced harbor latte which is like a caramel vanilla latte similar to what I would describe as the golden eagle from Dutch Bros. The biscuits are incredible. I always get them. Stupid me drank the drink and ate the biscuits before I took a picture. Just trust me.

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    Coffee Importers - Santa margarita(left) & pom berry(right) smoothies

    Santa margarita(left) & pom berry(right) smoothies

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    East Coast Bagel - Delicious poppy seed bagel with strawberry cream cheese.

    East Coast Bagel

    3.9(138 reviews)
    4.5 mi
    $

    if you want to be served the highest quality breakfast sandwiches/bagels/drinks & snacks by the…read morenicest local people you'll ever meet you'll come here for breakfast. all the employees of the neighboring establishments who work in this little center know & love ECB. i am partial to their croissant sandwiches with sausage, cheese & tomato or a classic BLT like i got today but i know my coworkers love their bagels. coffee is fresh & they always have a very clean area stocked w condiments, creamers, napkins etc, all the extras you'd need before you could think to ask. the same family has been working here for years & if you come one time they'll remember you. it's so heartening to see a hardworking family hold it down in the plaza. they come in early & make everything fresh, you can definitely tell as soon as you take a bite of any of their fresh baked goods. love this spot.

    I came here once and had a subpar experience. I wanted to get a box of toasted bagels for my…read moreco-workers with cream cheese on the side. I think this was an exceptionally bad day for the owner because she told another customer her husband was dropping off their child so she was by herself and working very hard. So I want to give that grace here. But it took about 30 min for my basic order so I of course was late to work. I also got some kind of egg bagel for myself and this was not fresh--it was premade eggs microwaved in clear plastic in front of me. The taste of the bagels were also subpar so not sure where these 5 stars are coming from maybe Laguna niguel bagel standards. Lastly, she recognized a frequent customer and knowingly tried to take his order before me despite me being in front of him in line. The customer was nice enough to correct her...

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    East Coast Bagel - Chorizo and egg on a scored garlic bagel...with a bit of cheese pull.

    Chorizo and egg on a scored garlic bagel...with a bit of cheese pull.

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    JD Flannel Donuts & Coffee - Strawberry Milkshake and Brown Butter Sea Salt available in May.

    JD Flannel Donuts & Coffee

    4.8(1.4k reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$
    Gluten-free friendly
    Family-owned & operated

    Looks like I'm not the only one who has posted repeat reviews, addendums, or reiterated praise. I'm…read morein along with frequent donut flyers who are reeled in to JD's in SJC. From fly fishing and flannel to delectably delicious donuts, these two guys have us hooked. Why? And donuts ?? Go. When you go, you'll know. When I see a crowd and a line, I want to be queued in! Especially when it's an eatery that's no more than maybe 20 feet across. Like a foodie lemming, dive in to these small batch, freshly-made gems that are non-pariel in the donut industry. Go. You'll know. Eat. You'll repeat.

    I'm always on the hunt for the best donut around, and after seeing that JD Flannel's was rated one…read moreof the top donut shops in Orange County, I had to check it out. We stopped by on a Friday morning to grab a few donuts, and the experience was great from the start. The workers were fun, energetic, and super helpful. Nice clean and modern shop with a wall of donuts We couldn't decide what to order, but another customer told us we *had* to try the apple fritter and wow, they were right. That apple fritter was SO good, fresh, warm, perfectly soft, and not overly sweet. Honestly, perfection. We grabbed a few other donuts too, and while most were great, one tasted like it may have been sitting out a bit longer and wasn't nearly as good. So my advice: go early and get them fresh because that's when these donuts really shine. If you're in the area and craving fresh donuts, definitely check them out!

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    Tutor & Spunky's Deli - Sandwiches x2, bag chips x2, drinks x2, small potato salad x2 = $50 plus tip. Good food & service but $$ for a sandwich and overall value.

    Tutor & Spunky's Deli

    4.0(511 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$

    Located in a shopping plaza. With plenty of free parking. I ordered Rosa's Best in a medium along…read morewith a Snapple Apple and a bag of chile lime chips The sandwich was stacked and full of flavor with fresh bread and quality ingredients. Everything tasted balanced and satisfying without being too heavy. The Snapple Apple was ice cold and refreshing, and the chile lime chips added a nice tangy crunch on the side The shop has that classic neighborhood deli feel and the staff was friendly and quick. A solid spot for a good sandwich when you are in Dana Point. Highly recommend.

    I was in the area and craving a really good turkey sandwich, so I checked Yelp and came across this…read morespot. Parking was easy for me I found street parking right by the beach, but they also have parking in the shopping plaza. I just happened to park outside. Before ordering, I asked to sample the egg salad and chicken salad, and honestly, I'm glad I did. Neither tasted fresh and both were lacking flavor, so that helped me decide to skip those. I ended up ordering the turkey sandwich with bacon, avocado, and all the fixings (I believe it's called the Rosa Special) on squaw bread. I have to say this sandwich was absolutely delicious. The bacon was perfectly crispy, the turkey was solid, and everything just worked together really well. What really stood out was their house sauce. I'm not sure what's in it, but it was so goooood! I even overheard other customers asking for it on the side. Definitely making a mental note to do that next time and find out exactly what it is. My only downside is the price. It was a bit high (around $18+), and I'm not sure it fully justifies that cost, but the quality is there. Overall, quick service, a really solid sandwich, and a spot I'd recommend if you're in the area.

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    Tutor & Spunky's Deli - Sandwiches x2, bag chips x2, drinks x2, small potato salad x2 = $50 plus tip. Good food & service but $$ for a sandwich and overall value.

    Sandwiches x2, bag chips x2, drinks x2, small potato salad x2 = $50 plus tip. Good food & service but $$ for a sandwich and overall value.

    Tutor & Spunky's Deli - Roast beef n turkey

    Roast beef n turkey

    Tutor & Spunky's Deli - Sandwiches x2, bag chips x2, drinks x2, small potato salad x2 = $50 plus tip. Good food & service but $$ for a sandwich and overall value.

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    Sandwiches x2, bag chips x2, drinks x2, small potato salad x2 = $50 plus tip. Good food & service but $$ for a sandwich and overall value.

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