Genuinely the best acai bowl I've ever had…read more Finally someone understands a great topping to acai ratio!! I personally enjoy a toppings bowl with a little bit of acai and their acai wizards nail it! The acai is nice and creamy and not gross/icy. Fruit was bomb. I will be returning.... A lot. Truly a metaphorical pants pooping good time. (In game of course)

Good açaí bowls and smoothies! Inside is quite nice - lots…read moreof seating, chill vibe, games. Great remote work or chill spot. Outside seating too with a nice hillside view :)

Might be the best Japanese bakery I've been to in southern Orange County! I've seen a line out to…read moreother businesses early in the morning to this bakery and figured it might just be the hype, but it's been almost a year and I still consistently see the line in the morning on the weekends which is usually a telltale sign of a good business. They have lots of pastries and we opted for the pineapple bun and chocolate cream pastry. The pineapple bun had a great crispy outer shell and fluffy warm bread inside, and the chocolate cream pastry was also fluffy and warm that it almost felt like biting into a chocolate cloud. The bakery is lively with lots of associates working in the back and front, so the line does move relatively quickly. Super impressed with just how good of a quality pastry this bakery can offer, it's a warm and inviting store front with some outdoor seating and is a must stop for anyone who loves a good pastry!

Great addition to the Asian bakery options in this area! We tried salt bread for the first time in…read moreKorea a few years ago, and again last year in Japan. The Japanese one has a nice crunchy buttery crust at the bottom and is a little longer in shape but both are equally delicious, salty, and buttery. We especially liked the red bean one at Okayama. The curry pan was warm and fresh! Beware the spicy one is quite spicy We also enjoyed the fish filet and the matcha mochi red bean. The melon pan was just ok for us. There's honestly so many options I don't think you can go wrong

First time at Earth Bowl and super impressed with all the options. I love that their bases are all…read moresorbet - so dairy free! I was going to go with a classic açaí, until I saw the blue spirulina coconut pineapple base. The worker even asked if we wanted a sample and then I was officially convinced. You can do a make your own bowl or choose from a couple options on the menu. I just did that base with bananas (super simple) and my friend went with The Tidal Wave (on the menu). One thing that really surprised me was that whole my bowl had many less ingredients, it was over a dollar more...? Not too sure why. The prices would be my only negative here, but everything else was fantastic! Great service and delicious ingredients!

Nutty Buddy Bowl for the win! Yummy peanut butter, cacao nibs over fresh blueberries, bananas,…read morehoney almond granola, and acai sorbet. Fresh and delish for sure! Located in Laguna Niguel in a large strip mall with easy, plentiful parking on a weekend late morning. The service was kind. I asked the gal what is the most purchased bowl. She replied with mine or the build your own. The shop is clean. Hubby and I got the same bowls. He liked his less. There is an acai bowls place in our area that is really wonderful. Pleasant experience overall. 4 stars!

The BEST fast food vegan restaurant I've been to EVER, and I've been a health nut over 50 years…read more Lots of vegan and vegetarian choices, gluten- free options, no seed oils, VERY FRESH organic ingredients. (And if you insist on meat, they have wild venison available). We'll be back. Please open one (or more) in San Diego County!

One of our go-to spots whenever we're in the area. They offer a wide variety of healthy vegan,…read morevegetarian, and gluten-free options. It's on the pricier side, but the food is unique and unlike what you'll find at most restaurants nearby. The restaurant itself has a great atmosphere, with a small outdoor seating area and plenty of indoor seating. The only downside is that parking can be a bit challenging to find in the immediate area.

Everyone is so friendly and helpful. It's definitely a culture of health and wellness there, not…read morejust there for a paycheck. We also had the cereal and smoothies but forgot to photograph those! The smoothies were delicious and so was the cereal! This would be a frequently visited place if I lived in Dana Point!!

I was really craving some affordable health foods today, and I must say the Organic Tree Juice Bar…read morein Dana Point delivered to my needs! While I haven't tried any of the drinks yet, which seem pretty healthy too, I did get to enjoy their Classic Toast - which is basically avocados, microgreens, crushed black pepper, and a balsamic reduction on a slice of long-fermented sourdough bread, for $11.50 - outside at one of the tables nearby, and it was a great experience for my physical and, by extension, mental health, due to the former directly affecting the latter. The staff were very attentive, courteous, professional, and inviting, which I appreciated since good food tastes better when it's presented by nice people. The vibe was almost cult-like in the sense that there were a lot of people there that seemed like they're always there and the establishment is a big part of their daily lives. They also had a nicely curated selection of foods like chocolate bars, dried mangoes, olive oil, etc., for people to purchase for their households, which was pretty neat. Overall, a nice spot in Dana Point for a dose of healthy goodness!

I went today and the store was pretty busy, thankfully the associate that was there was able to…read morework quick and efficient. Giuliana provided an incredible service, she gave me a recommendation on what to order and it was really good, she prepared it nice and quickly. Definitely coming back. Good job Giuliana!

I had a really frustrating experience at Nekter around 1:00 PM on July 27th. The young brunette…read moreemployee working at the time was extremely rude and clearly didn't want to help customers. She avoided assisting people at checkout. On top of that, when we ordered, she told us they were out of strawberry chia--which is something that comes with the bowl we paid for. Instead of offering any alternatives, substitutions, or even a small discount or coupon, she just left it at that with no effort to make it right. If I'm paying for a bowl that includes certain ingredients, I expect either to receive them or be offered a solution. The lack of customer service and basic courtesy was really disappointing. Definitely not the kind of experience you expect from a place like this.

Niguel Bakery & Donuts isn't just a place we eat -- it's where our kids grew up…read more Let me get the obvious out of the way first: yes, the donuts are legit. Our go-to favorites are the chocolate cronut (dangerous), the glazed old fashioned, and their cake donuts -- the kind that remind you why donuts were invented in the first place. But here's what most people don't realize... The deli is a hidden gem. My wife's favorite is their American Mexi-Cal style breakfast burrito -- and for good reason. Huge, insanely good value, big crispy buttery potatoes, soft chewy tortillas, and a portion size that laughs at inflation. I recently had their Boar's Head deli-sliced ham and cheese on sourdough with lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles, and I genuinely don't have the vocabulary to describe how soft and perfect that sandwich was. It's not "good for a donut shop." It's just really good. But honestly? The food is only part of why this place matters to us. Our kids practically grew up here. Dave and Dani have known our family since before our kids were even born. They've seen both of our children grow -- literally from in the womb, to infants, to toddlers, and now our kids are 2 and 7 years old. We'll be posting photos through the years because... yeah, this place is part of our family history. That's not something you can fake. This is one of those rare neighborhood spots where you sit for hours in the morning, coffee in hand, talking with locals, laughing, and catching up. It's where the community actually feels like a community. The owners, Dave and Dani, are some of the kindest, most genuine people you'll ever meet. Dave is basically a big kid himself (especially when it comes to cars) and somehow always finds ways to surprise my kids with random little toys -- the kind of moments kids remember forever. I grew up in a small town in Virginia, out of my own mom's deli and convenience store -- where locals gathered over coffee, the Washington Post (and yes... cigarettes back then ). Living on the West Coast without family nearby, Niguel Bakery & Donuts gives me that same feeling of home. This is a place where kids can still feel safe like the old days -- riding bikes with friends, scraping together change for a snack... and if they're a little short and have been on their best behavior, Dave and Dani might just take care of them anyway. That kind of generosity can't be taught -- it's who they are. It's an East Coast bodega-style bakery/deli, right here in Laguna Niguel, and they don't just talk about community -- they show it through the countless non-profit events, food donations, and local causes they support. If you're looking for more than just donuts -- if you want great food, real people, and a place that feels like home -- this is it. We'll be here tomorrow morning. And the next day. And probably for years to come.

They have a great Ham & Cheese. The one I got was made to order and was served in a large fresh…read morecroissant that was cut open for ham and cheese. $6.60 out the door. I will have to come back to try their pre-made ham & cheese as well. Service could be friendlier.

Been going to this place on a somewhat consistent basis for a healthy sweet treat after dinner for…read morea while now and I just wanted to hop on Yelp and praise this spot for its consistency. The freezes are always up to par and delicious, and the staff are super helpful and give great suggestions when I'm looking to venture out and try new things. Melina, Roxanne, and Julia are the best!

This is a pretty busy location and they always have well-stocked samples in the cooler! Quick…read moreemployees and clean store. Open decently late too for a dessert run. My go to for a freeze!