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    Lola's Cafe

    4.3 (918 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Dogs allowed

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    Iced Chai Latte
    Sylvie C.

    Visited right around noon to have lunch with a friend I haven't seen in awhile. Parking can be found in front of the restaurant or behind the shopping center strip. Service was disorganized and slow. The salad I wanted couldn't be made because they were supposedly out of strawberries and they could only offer to sub it with tomatoes. How pathetic. So I ended up getting the iced chai and kale and shaved Brussel sprouts salad with salmon add on. My friend got the Lola's salad. My drink tasted like bitter medicine perhaps due to the generous use of cinnamon. My salad had a lot of shredded Parmesan which was overpowering. The chickpeas in the salad wasn't crunchy or soft. Just stale and bitter. The salmon tasted like handsoap or hand sanitizer that got transferred to the fish. It tasted like chemical and had an acrid taste to it. The shop had indoors and outdoor seating. The outdoor seatings had ant infestations on the wall ledges and on the ground. I felt sorry for my dogs who suffered through the heat and ants crawling all over them. The store associate said they would bring us water bowl for dogs but it didn't happen until right before we left. All in all, I wouldn't mind returning in the future if in the vicinity or to catch up with my friend. But I wouldn't reorder the chai or the same salad. Perhaps I would have better luck with other sandwich options and drinks.

    Lola's Cold Brew Iced Coffee Iced Ganache Mocha
    Thomas L.

    Went for a Saturday brunch around noon for two. You order at the counter and they have indoor and outdoor seating. Drink orders get called out and you pick them up and you get a number for food which they drop at the table. They have smaller tables and larger tables and although it was busy, we didn't have any problem with getting a table. The service is on the chill side and quite slow. The patio was incredibly dog friendly with multiple dogs showing up while we were eating. It's a fun quirky cafe and the decor matches the feel of the restaurant. We got a cold brew coffee and a iced ganache mocha. Cold brew was strong without being acidic. The ganache mocha wasn't particularly sweet. We got a breakfast burrito which tasted like a diet breakfast burrito. It was flavorful, but the turkey bacon and the lack of a fatty sauce or greasy potatoes makes it a much lighter breakfast burrito compared to most restaurants. We were warned when we ordered the French toast soufflé that it wasn't traditional French toast, but a baked soufflé. The dish came exactly as promised and was a sweet rich and pretty dense treat. The tomato soup and grilled cheese were both well done and paired perfectly.

    Lemon bar and coffee
    Bonnie S.

    We try to stop by every time my son plays at the Ladera sports facility. Everything we have had here was fresh and good. I would highly recommend the lemon bar! So good The coffee is always good here. My husband and I shared a breakfast burrito. It was small and just enough for us to eat pregame. They always seem pretty busy, I think we waited almost 15 minutes which was cutting close for us. The place is cute, clean with lots of seating inside and outside.

    Heather R.

    Lola's is a little low key spot that seems to get a lot of local love! The line was long, but there was a good amount of seating. They have a pretty good sized menu for breakfast and lunch, and even vegan options for those with dietary preferences. The lavender latte and the chai latte were both very fragrant and good. The chai latte was on the sweeter side, and the lavender was a bit softer on the sweetness in comparison. The breakfast burrito was the perfect size, and had some unique ingredients like sweet potato hash browns and some sort of aioli! The burrito came out scalding hot and surprisingly took forever to cool down (only real frustration), but otherwise the flavors were so good. I seriously don't know how they got that egg so hot! The egg inside was boiled, so that was definitely different compared to most other places that use scrambled eggs, but, oddly enough, I didn't hate the switch up. I'd definitely order this again. The breakfast pizza was real good too. It was essentially the breakfast burrito deconstructed on pizza. I can't wait to come back and try the pastries & french toast soufflé, these also looked incredible!

    salmon, marscapone cheese, and bread plate
    Eleanor C.

    I went to Lola's right before an appointment I had in Ladera Ranch. I got the marscapone, smoked salmon, and red onions/caper bread meal, and thought it was okay. The vibe was nice and everyone seemed friendly. Would come back to try something else.

    Coffee cup
    Scott M.

    We don't get over to Ladera Ranch very often but this place looked good enough for us to pop over for a go. Service is great.... The food comes out fast and they do have table service where you order at the counter and they give you a table number.. then they bring your order to you. Food is great.. tried the avocado toast which I devoured... nicely seasoned and plenty to share. Will definitely come back for more... they have these ding dong looking treats at the register that we wish we had tried. Next time!

    Lox, Mascarpone & French Baguette
    Noelle C.

    I LOVEEE Lola's so much! It is sooo good & I always love to try a new thing every time I go! The coffee, the pastries, and of course the MENU, all of it is so good and fresh! GET THE LAVENDER LATTEEEEE

    Poached Eggs on Toast greens
    Christian Vincent M.

    Our fifth time here and this place is really good, to be honest the lunch isn't my favorite but if you want somewhere local for breakfast, this place is on the top of the list for us. They have vegetarian options and healthy alternatives. They also have healthy options for kids, in my opinion the waffles are sweet enough. They don't really need anymore sweetener or cream on there.

    Quinoa Butternut Power Bowl
    Loralyn N.

    Tried this for the first time yesterday and it was pretty good. My SIL suggested it as a lunch before a movie. The honey lavender latte was quite good as well as the strawberry lemonade. The quinoa bowl was really loaded and really good. However, I would've wanted a bit more dressing. The service was quite quick! It's a very cute cafe, and I'd be interested in trying something else.

    Breakfast Egg & Bacon Sandwich
    Anna H.

    I love the location and the ambience at Lola's and the staff are friendly and helpful. However, I don't feel that the amount and quality of food for the price is worth my coming back and I've been here several times. I paid $2.50 for avocado and didn't even get a half of an avocado. Last time I checked avocados are $2.99 for a whole avocado. I paid $20 I for a small Americano and a small sandwich with no mayonnaise, No spread, no aïoli a tiny bit of tomato and no sides. There are quite a few other breakfast places where I can get double the size of breakfast for the same price. I think this matters, especially in a economy where a lot of people are struggling right now to feed a family. I believe in giving extravagantly even through my own business so to receive so little for the price just doesn't align with my values. It feels stingy or limited. This will probably be the last time I come here and I'm sad cause I do think it could really knock things out of the park if the prices and the amount of food for the price improved.

    Tara B.

    It was our first time at Lola's, and we're absolutely in love with this magical gem. The owners, Matthew and his wife Ava, are so lovely. you can tell how much they genuinely care about the quality of their food, your experience, and creating such a beautiful, positive atmosphere. The lavender latte was hands down the best I've ever had. made with homemade, high-quality ingredients. the lox on flatbread was next level.. you can taste the freshness and love. We can't wait to come back and try everything else! Tara & Ryan

    Lolas Breakfast Burrito + Iced Latte
    Roger P.

    I haven't been here for years, so I decided to stop by for a solo breakfast during the workweek. It's a comfortable little cafe with a large patio and friendly staff. Their food and coffee menus seemed to have good options, and the prices were reasonable. I ordered the breakfast burrito, which was made with good quality, savory ingredients. The iced latte was good too, but unfortunately they don't offer sugar-free flavors. I enjoyed my breakfast and I plan on coming here again next time I am in the area.

    Hot La Vie en Rose Latte
    Samantha D.

    We love Lola's! This is a cute cafe-style coffee house that has amazing drinks and breakfast. We love the lattes and the breakfast sandwich is delicious. I also like their baked goods (muffins, cookies, etc.). The portions are big and the service is great. There is usually a packed house mid-morning and on the weekends, but it's also nice to sit outside when it's a beautiful spring or summer morning!

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    Great little breakfast cafe in Ladera Ranch. Good hot vanilla lattes Kind staff and wide selection

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    Pricey, but "vibey" cafe. Has a terrace. Loud on Saturday. Matcha latte wasn't the best..

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    Always love Lola's awesome food and great vibe. Food quality has remained good as most restaurants have gone down

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    Friendly staff/mngmt/ownership. Tasty food with lots of gluten-free options if you need them.

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    Love this place! Eclectic ambiance and the food is great. A bit pricey but what isn't these days. Definitely recommend.

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    Best avocado toast, hands down friendly service, wonderful atmosphere. Highly recommend.

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    Is this a good place to bring a laptop and get work done?

    Yes! I do it all the time. Sometimes it gets busy, though.

    Does the gf bread have egg as an ingredient?

    Hello! Yes it does (we use Canyon Bakehouse). Please reply with any other questions... thanks!

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