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    Marin Cafe

    4.7 (109 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Dogs allowed

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    Trini M.

    This little spot has been popping up when I have searched for different local coffee spots to try. Finally decided to pop in with the family this weekend. The place is pretty small, but the tables were available. Service was great. We were acknowledged as soon as we walked in despite there being a few people being attended. I ordered iced horchata latte and my husband got the Nutella latte. Sandwiches, I shared with my son, he chose tuna, and husband went with the pesto. Drinks were delicious, and so were the sandwiches. We ordered a few desserts to go and those too were delicious. Definitely regret not going sooner.

    Tres leche cakes with strawberries inside is always the customers favorite.
    Yolie C.

    This place deserves a 10 stars or more for sure. My family and I been coming here since it open and they never disappoint with the pasties, coffee, cakes and always the customer service is great. People are so nice, professional, patient and pay attention to what you are requesting. I have all my friends from Orange County and the IE coming here for their pastry needs as well. Love this place

    I actually went in January but i'm giving them a review now because i just remembered! A lady helped me and my friend out she was so sweet and the drinks were so tasty! Amazing service and food Such a cute cafe very welcoming.

    Ally T.

    So far I only tried the bread pastry. Tasted like stale hot dog bun, cream was just ok, and fruit is old. Besides the oranges, the fruit displayed on the cake looks old too. We had to make an extra trip to the market to replaced everything with fresh fruit. Sincerely hoping the cake is decent, if not then I have no idea how this place has a 4.7 rating. I will update once I try the cake. Service was friendly so two stars. Update: If you're looking for a moist and tasty cake, this is not it. Highly not recommended. Would never ever come back. Thank God we had a backup cheesecake from somewhere else.

    Breakfast burrito w/egg,bacon & hash browns

    Marin Cafe is a small place but very clean and cute. The Owner was very cool and gave great service. I had the Best breakfast burrito in Pico RiveEggs, Bacon and hash browns. They do come with ham and cheese but I didn't want it with those items. Very accommodating. I also had the "strawberry one bite" pastry. It was very delicious. I will be back to try cream puffs and another breakfast burrito

    Blueberry shortcake
    Ruby L.

    We ordered a slice of cake, a breakfast burrito and breakfast sandwich on sourdough bread. The breakfast was hot and fresh! I loved that, it was about $30 for everything. The burrito came with a salsa, it wasn't too spicy. The sandwich had honey mustard I believe but it was good. Both were very filling and the cake was so so good! It was definitely made with fresh blueberries. The woman who took our order was kind as well. There's 3 tables in there but the place is pretty small like a cafe.

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    Priscila F.

    A cute coffee and pastry shop with great service, came by for a cup of coffee and ended up ordering their waffles and tuna sandwich. The lady at the counter recommended their horchata coffee and chocolate abuelita, I'll say their chocolate abuelita was fantastic. The horchata coffee needed a bit more flavor. The French toast were fluffy and tasty I would recommend trying them. Many folks were coming in to pick up care orders, so next time I come I'll give it a try. Parking is a. Bit challenging as it's shared with several other businesses.

    L R.

    Thank you for the beautiful graduation cake. As always, a very pleased customer. The cake was moist and flavorful and beautifully decorated, made to order.

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    Mauricio L.

    Excellent little community cafe that serves delicious breakfast, coffee, and pastries. I regularly order the breakfast burrito or omelettes, my daughter loves the pancakes.

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    Cake was mediocre and service was a little rude. Idk if I would go out of my way to go back again.

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    Cake was awesome it turned out perfect! The taste was spot on light and sweet! I'll be returning for sure

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    How big are the tres leches cake options? And what are the prices?

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    7:00AM-8:00PM

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