Finally made it back to try their sandwiches. Got their banh mi, which looks nothing like the…read moretraditional one as it comes on their shokupan and not on a baguette. It was well-made, with layers of ingredients, and quite tasty! Also got a slice of their pumpkin Basque cheesecake. Rich and delicious! Great way to treat myself! Brio Brio is a Lake Forest gem!

My husband, kids and I made a trip to Brio Brio last weekend. We got the following things…read more Pesto Chicken sando Iced Goma Matcha Latte PRIME beef curry bread Honey toast Starting out there was a long like out the door, it moved at an ok pace not super quick not too slow. Inside was decorated really nice, the ambiance was cute and everything was very clean. The service was great, we were unsure on the drink so the cashier made a good recommendation. The pesto chicken sando is what we came for and I was not a total fan of it. I think I was expecting more of a burst of flavor, but it truly tasted how it sounds - chicken with pesto and arugula. The star of the sandwich was the marinated tomatoes, these were fantastic, I wish there were more tomatoes and slightly less chicken to get a more even ratio going. For the price point, I wouldn't get this again. All in all, the sandwich wasn't bad, it was just as expected. Will have to check out the egg salad sando and the beef sando next time, they looked great! The prime beef curry bread was delicious, very tender chunks of beef and the curry had a slight spice. Really good panko crusted bread. Would get this again! The honey toast was great as well, it tasted almost like a custard on top. Had a nice crust and fluffy interior. The Goma matcha latte was not my favorite, it was very Goma forward and I couldn't really taste the matcha. Additionally, it was a little clumpy so when you would sip it you would get a clump of Goma. If I came back, I would likely stick to the pastries as they were standard priced and pretty big for that price. The sandos, I may or may not try again, they were all around $16+ and were stuffed, but still on the small size. I am glad I tried it!

What else to say about Chaupain, except it's always exceptional?…read more I'm biased - but their pastries have got to be the best in OC. This is the 3rd Chaupain location I've been to, I happened to be in the area. It's smaller than the one on La Paz in LN to be sure, but ample size enough to provide anyone with full tastes of their amazing goods. I like everything - I've tried nearly all of their pastries and cakes, this time I tried the cinnamon roll- which was insanely good, soft, and tasted of such quality. Actually - never tried their quiche, which is certainly on a bucket list for next time. I highly recommend everything they have - but just to name a new, the guava cream cheese, cinnamon cream cheese, mixed berry bateau, opera cake, vanilla scone, any of their croissants, lemon tiramisu, and the jamon sandwich is incredible - I love that the bread had a chewy texture, which is perfect for this sandwich. Adding any of the American condiments would almost be a sacrilege, but a bit of dijon is good, which they have there in packets- the flavours work so well together. I really struggle to restrain myself when coming here, which necessary for your wallet and your waistline - but whatever you decided it's all good here. The customer service was also stellar - very friendly, helpful, and personable. Thank you !

Chaupain's croissants and pastries never cease to amaze. So so flaky and crispy! My go-to and an…read moreabsolute must try for anyone who loves French bakeries. My family loves the spinach cheese and mixed berry croissant. They have a variety of croissants, tarts, cakes, quiches, sandwiches - and entree items like French onion soup, and the sunrise sandwich which are both very good. The Laguna Hills branch is a very small storefront with some patio seating. The staff are always so polite and friendly!

Sweet Lili's is the BEST local bakery in Orange County. We consistently buy their delicious sweets…read more The Danmarki is my absolute favorite - others try to replicate, but none come close! In November, they provided delicious cookies and pastries for my baby shower. We were tempted to get the sweets the day before the event, but Shoreh Joon was adamant that we pickup the day of. This shows the level of pride they have in their product. As always, they were a total hit with all of our guests.

Consistently Amazing - Sweet Lily Bakery Never Disappoints!…read more I have been coming to Sweet Lily Bakery for years, and they have always exceeded my expectations. Whether it's for my family, special occasions, or important celebrations, they never disappoint. Their quality, creativity, and attention to detail are truly exceptional. This time, they made our engagement celebration even more special! The engagement cake was absolutely BEAUTIFUL and, most importantly, SO delicious! Every pastry was incredible, fresh, and beautifully made. The baklava display and setup were absolutely stunning and added such a special touch to our celebration. A very special THANK YOU to Lily and Shohreh for always going above and beyond. Your kindness, dedication, professionalism, and passion truly show in everything you do. You don't just make cakes and pastries; you help make our most special memories even sweeter! We received so many compliments from our guests, and everything was simply perfect. After all these years, I can honestly say Sweet Lily Bakery remains one of my favorite places, and I wouldn't trust these special moments to anyone else. Thank you, Lily and Shohreh, for being part of so many beautiful memories for me and my family. We appreciate you more than you know! Highly, highly recommended!

We recently ordered 6 sandwiches for a Duffy boat evening in Newport Harbor. We got 3 roast beef…read moreand 3 chicken pesto. They were able to accommodate us ordering the day before and had them waiting for pickup. Each sandwich comes with either fruit or salad and we asked for fruit. They were nice enough to put all the fruit in a plastic bowl as they knew we would be having a little gathering. Nice touch. Sandwiches super fresh and tasty. Excellent bread. Super friendly staff. I returned today for another sandwich and pumpkin danish. Got the chicken pesto on baguette this time and it was excellent. Love the baguette here. The pastry was very good. I'll be back to try the rest of the cakes and pastries.

I was able to try a few pastries from this shop and was blown away immediately just looking at…read morethem. Really gorgeous top tier baked goods that are rare these days. These are not only gorgeous but also delicious. Flaky perfect crusts, strong flavors. Lightly sweetened. Highly recommend. Really enjoyed the almond croissant

Great pastry Fresh and delicious…read more I highly recommend to try them Not pricy either Good staff and very good service

Stopped by Diotima Bakehouse this morning and wow, I get the hype now. Everything tasted like it…read morecame out of the oven minutes ago. What surprised me most was that the pastries weren't super sweet. A lot of cafés drown everything in sugar, but here you can actually taste the butter and the bake. Big plus for me. Fair warning, the line was long. But honestly that tells you something, locals don't wait in line for mediocre stuff. It was worth it. The coffee was really good too. Not sure about their beans, but it tasted fresh roasted, smooth and full of flavor. Went perfectly with the pastries. I'll be back for sure. 5 stars!

BOMB. one word needed only. Went on a whim and did not disappoint in the slightest. Best pastries,…read moresushi, cake, you name it. You can't go wrong with anything here!

Lovely croissants!…read more I'm always a sucker for a nice pastry, Cream Pan is a must go when stopping by Old Town Tustin. It's been here forever and is a classic! The line moves quick, the service was nice, vibes are great! Lots of spots in walkable distance, plenty of parking, what a great way to spend a weekend!

Owner is there! Palmitier is flaky, sugary delicious! Efren offered me coffee, but I don't drink…read morecoffee! You should go! Yum yum! He is rebuilding after a short break!

Unfortunately, this was a disappointing experience…read more The atmosphere felt different than previous visits, and the sweet bread I pulled from the case was damp, and almost sweaty to the touch. Looking at the display case, many of the other sweet bread appeared to have the same texture, which didn't give the impression of being fresh. I hope this was just an off day, but based on this visit, I wouldn't return.

LOVE THE DUBAI CHOCOLATE MACARON So creamy and not too sweet!! crunchy as well! cant wait to try…read moremore in the future

Such a cute bakery with some really delicious desserts! I tried the raspberry cake with its cream…read morefilling, the chocolate éclair made with Belgian chocolate, and the blueberry cheesecake with blueberry drizzle. Each dessert had something different to offer, and I especially enjoyed the blueberry cheesecake because the blueberry flavor was noticeable without being overpowering or too much I also ordered the lavender latte, which is made with their housemade real lavender syrup. It was a lovely pairing You can tell there is thought put into the ingredients and flavors here. Definitely a sweet little spot worth visiting if you're in the area!

A while back, Jen and I had stopped by after shopping at Trader Joes and vowed to come back. Today…read morewas the day. Stopped by around 11am and started by ordering breakfast. Jen went with the Southwest Breakfast Sandwich and I opted for the Breakfast Burrito with Chorizo. Jen also had a cappuccino and I had a cafe mocha. Jen liked her sandwich and I tried a small bite. More of a lunch taste for me. My burrito was very upscale. All ingredients finely diced and the red sauce gave it a good kick. Jen liked my choice as well. A lovely woman was dining alone and Jen asked her about her dish. It was the BBLT and she highly recommended it, especially if you love bacon (hence the B.B. - double bacon). With breakfast out of the way, we looked at all their bakery options. Jen selected their Bananas Foster Knock Knock and a Lemon Shortbread Square. I went with an Original Knock Knock and their Chocolate Decadent Cake. Jen liked her Knock Knock. I'm saving mine but sure I'll enjoy. The store is large enough to browse items and not feel like you are in the way of others. As for dining, good amount of seating outside. Noise depends on who's there and how many. This is now in our breakfast/lunch rotation. I look forward to trying their salads, sandwiches or perhaps a burger.

Stopped by mainly for the "English muffins", but ended up getting a cold brew and a few sweet items…read morefrom the counter as well. I was confused when I was looking around inside because I didn't see any English muffins, but I had read that that's what they're known for. When I asked someone who worked there, they said that their "manna buns" were English muffins. Against my better judgment I bought a pack of 6. Another reviewer describes them well as being closer to hamburger buns. They are not griddled, but baked, so you don't have the signature crust from griddle contact on both sides like an English muffin. Also from being baked or possibly faster fermentation than standard, the interior is missing the caverns so it's just a consistent texture the whole way through, no nooks and crannies. The croissant was unremarkable, the cookie too decadent and overly sweet. The only saving grace of this place is that the staff were super nice. Seems very much a local spot, but as someone just passing through, I would recommend heading elsewhere for bread.

Suchhhhhh a lovely spot to visit when you're craving freshly made pastries, brunch, or a good cup…read moreof coffee. One thing I love is that everything is freshly made in-house, and they have a nice variety of sweet and savory options. I tried their pumpkin spice latte and mini pumpkin pie, which were perfect for the fall season. For brunch, we got the Little France Club and French toast. We also sampled several of their pastries, including the hazelnut croissant roll, almond croissant, lemon macaron, and raspberry macaron. There's a little bit of everything here, whether you're stopping by for coffee and a pastry or sitting down for a brunch date. It's a great spot to check out if you're in the Mission Viejo area and want to support a local bakery

Honestly, not bad at all! The only reason I'm giving this place 4 stars instead of 5 is the…read morepricing. I personally thought it was a little excessive for the everyday person or family looking to grab breakfast. Don't get me wrong, the food was PHENOMENAL! We tried a couple of different things for the first time, and everything was delicious. I'm the type of person who doesn't mind spending a little extra on food as long as the quality justifies it, and they definitely delivered in that department. We actually came across this place on TikTok, and since it was only about a 12-minute drive, we figured why not give it a shot? The staff was great, the service was friendly, and most importantly, my wife and little one left happy. That's always a win in my book! Now, I'll be the first to admit I'm a bit of a cheapskate , but hear me out. For what we spent on breakfast for 2 adults and a 3-year-old, we honestly could've gone down the street to Broken Yolk and practically had steaks for breakfast! With that being said, I definitely see us coming back, just probably not for a casual Friday breakfast. This feels more like a place we'd visit to celebrate something special, whether it's a birthday, promotion, anniversary, or just a little family treat. Overall, amazing food, great staff, and a happy family walking out the door. Just be prepared to spend a little more than your typical breakfast spot. Would I recommend it? Absolutely. Would I come every weekend? My wallet says no.