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Very very cute cafe inside tiffany store in the back. Very limited seating so definitely need reservations. We sat at the bar which was fun and great. A big shout to the bartenders. They were very energetic enthusiastic and well done on making our cocktails. The service was excellent!. The food for me was okay. The tea sampler was very tiny servings for the money I didnt think it was worth it. The spaghetti was good I am a vegetarian so it was nice of them to put the capers separately. The vegetarian pasta was okay they were my least favorite. The drinks were excellent very refreshing and the love they put in the drinks was amazing! Overall a cute place but the food is not worth what I paid for.
Ok I'm giving a three star because aesthetics and the service was great. However, this is a place to come to try and witness the Tiffany at breakfast vibe. I felt that you do not get enough food here and the food portions are very small. I will say if you're really hungry you're gonna have to order three entrées off the menu. Do not come here if you want to share your food items. Also, the prices are decent but for the serving I feel that is not worth it. Very good food, but is good to come here if you want to have a snack while you're shopping in the south Coast Plaza mall. I ordered the blue Cosmo, which is the signature drink, and the Vieux Carre, which was very good !! Great bartender for sure. My entree I tried the chicken breast with pureee mashed potatoes and a side of French fries for appetizer. Good food, just small portions!! I was still very hungry. Furthermore, our service was phenomenal we had Garret and he knew his job !!! He had a great personality and knows that menu extremely well!! I will def recommend him!! As for the decor it was gorgousssss!!! I Adored the Tiffany boxes in the ceiling and the Tiffany blue in the restrooms marble and aesthetics of the restaurant. Very good vibe for brunch and girls day out!! Nice bar area and fast service!! It's located inside Tiffany & Co. all the way in the back. You check in the front and they will direct you to restaurant. I will come back here for the drinks and a salad while I'm shopping !! -Marshay D.
Wow! This place is amazing. It's located inside the Tiffany's store in the back. It's small; the restaurant is so cute trendy and has beautiful blue colors I ordered several different things off the menu. I tried their famous pasta and appetizers and the blue drink which was everything. All items were made fresh and were delicious. Service was outstanding. I will definitely go back just to hang out at the bar, have some drinks, and eat some good food. Note: portions are not big. They're very small so if you're hungry, you may need to buy more appetizers. The plates are very small They need more on the menu. The burger was very seasoned and tasty. Their fries are good too. This can fill you up more. But other than that it's a great place beautiful inside. I love it. I felt like I was in Italy somewhere eating at Tiffany's breakfast.
Having breakfast at Tiffany's used to be a New York bucket list item for me until Tiffany & Co. opened up a Blue Box Cafe in their South Coast Plaza location. The menu was curated by Chef Daniel Boulud, most known for his Michelin starred restaurant Daniel in NYC. To say that reservations are "available" on Resy is a bit of a stretch. Yes, Resy is the platform Blue Box uses to manage reservations, but times are seemingly unavailable until the day of or the day before. Walk-ins are also subject to availability. We tried to call to call the cafe to ask for clarification on reservation times and walk-in availability, but no one ever picked up. Planning our visit was honestly quite a pain. We ended up just booking a reservation the same day instead of waiting until the weekend like we wanted to in case reservations wouldn't be available. Upon arrival at Tiffany's, staff greeted us and led us through the jewelry store to the back where Blue Box cafe was located. We checked in with the host and were led to our table. The inside of the cafe is, of course, speckled with Tiffany blue. The atmosphere felt posh and elegant, yet light and open. Although "breakfast" at Tiffany's is the namesake of the cafe, we opted for their afternoon tea service instead. I had the earl grey while my friend had the white wedding. I quite enjoyed the white wedding tea as it was light and had notes of camellia. In addition to tea, the service includes complementary bread, scones, and a three-tiered tea tray with the works. The bread was fantastic. Mini baguettes served with Tiffany butter. The butter, stamped with the Tiffany T, was rich and perfectly salted. The scones were amazing as well. Warm, perfectly soft. Served with double cream, strawberry jam, and orange marmalade. I really liked the scones with the cream and strawberry jam. I wasn't a huge fan of the orange marmalade as it was a bit bitter. The sandwiches and savories were for the most part, alright. I really liked the chicken curry & mango chutney. Instead of bread, it was served in a little pani puri half shell. I loved the crispy base, and it contrasted greatly with the rest of the sandwiches as I found a few of them suffering from a case of soggy bread. The desserts were hit or miss. I really enjoyed the vanilla passionfruit choux. The flavors were very balanced and the tartness of the passionfruit really popped out. The blackberry cheesecake was also very good. The desserts using white chocolate, however, were very waxy. They were definitely pretty, encased in a chocolate shell colored the iconic Tiffany blue, but they just were not palatable at all. It seemed like for some desserts, priority was given to visual appeal rather than taste. Although our experience at Blue Box Cafe was not perfect, we still had a lovely afternoon tea. I'm glad I got to check this experience off my bucket list and live my Audrey Hepburn fantasy.
My experience was great! Located inside the South Coast Plaza Mall inside of Tiffany's. Service was great and the food was exceptional. The flavors just all blended together. Drinks and dessert were great and not watered down. This is a new location on the West Coast, that you don't have to travel to the East Coast to experience. Highly recommended!
This is a one and done type of place. You go for the novelty and atmosphere, but won't return for the food. We were able to get seats in the evening after walking in during the morning. The restaurant itself is very pretty, definitely a photo op moment, but the food left much to be desired. We ordered the afternoon tea set, the caviar spaghetti, gazpacho, and the branzino. First of all, everything in the tea set is tiny and the taste was mediocre. Nothing really stood out, though the scone was quite nice. For just $20 more, I'd rather go get the afternoon tea set at Knife Pleat, which tastes spectacular and has larger portions. The complimentary bread basket was a bit stale, almost like they microwaved the bread. The gazpacho was mediocre and tasted overwhelmingly sour. Same thing for the caviar spaghetti, which tasted like lemon and had no hints of caviar taste. For the supposed star of the meal, it was very underwhelming. And the branzino...was the thinnest slice of branzino I've been served at a restaurant with this type of price tag. It was bland, with mild notes of curry. Honestly, if you're looking for great food with the same type of vibe and price, go to Monsieur Dior in Beverly hills instead.
Egghead very mid. Went here with a group of 6 ladies to enjoy convos and a bite before shopping SCP. We had reservations and were seated immediately. When asking the waiter about Holly and Breakfast at Tiffany's he said he's never seen the movie and doesn't know any of the references other than that Holly is the main the main actress. We for the $98 afternoon tea and immediately one of our plates with condiments had a piece of hair on the sauce. The blue white chocolate dipped madeleine had some sort of fibrous debris on top...hopefully it was cotton and not something growing on it...regardless, when mentioned it to the waiter, he tried to grabb it off the tower with his hands...and eventually brought back another on a plate. We also ordered fries that were room temperature and stale. Quite disappointing. Having tastes that, I likely won't be back to try their entrees. There were several shortcomings with the experience from service to taste to value. Ambiance was good but everything else was subpar. I enjoyed the previous restaurant when they were caviar focused more than this new renovation. Hopefully they improve upon the hiccups and are worth trying again.
I honestly wanted to be super critical here, but my server Sunshine really held true to her name and was such a gem that I had to give them 5 stars. Seriously, Sunshine had such a great personality, was super attentive, and overall provided the service I expect from a place like this. I was pretty nervous after reading the reviews, so thank you Sunshine!!! I wanted to do the tea, but was not feeling hungry enough. So we decided to go with the caviar spaghetti and an à la carte caviar egg. Anyone who was disappointed in the food here clearly did NOT order the caviar spaghetti...it's just one of those dishes you won't stop thinking about. I would go back just to have this. All the interior details were simply stunning, and I would recommend this to anyone who has it on their list, celebrating something special, or even wanting to show guests a good time!
The entire place is so aesthetically pleasing with absolutely stunning decor. you'll want to take a lot of photos! The food is definitely on the expensive side, and to be honest, I wasn't really expecting it to be that good since I figured you're mostly paying for the experience, but I was pleasantly surprised! I got the croque à la truffe and really enjoyed it. We also got Tea at Tiffany's and the tea sandwiches were small but delish. Also you gotta get the blue cosmo drink! It's a perfect Tiffany blue Our server was also so kind and patient with us and even brought my mom a birthday dessert, which was such a sweet touch. Overall, such a beautiful and lovely experience for tea. Definitely worth experiencing at least once! It's also the perfect spot for a girls' brunch or a cute special occasion.
Enter in the actual Tiffany store at South Coast Plaza to get to the restaurant in the back of the store. It is is decadent and pays homage to Tiffany's. Came for afternoon tea for $72. Service as you can imagine was impeccable. The burger was surprisingly delicious for $36.
Ambiance was incredible. Felt like being in a movie. Every detail was perfect! Service was good. We had one person who was very friendly and another who was not. But both were attentive to our table. It would have just been nice if the other waiter was more friendly and welcoming. The food was very good. Every bite on the tea tower was in little bite of heaven. And the presentation was spectacular. The Tiffany Tea is a MUST! I never knew tea could taste different and you can't buy it anywhere. The filet was delicious as well. Very tender and flavorful. Don't forget the Blue Cosmo! Everything is a bit pricey but that should be expected for this experience. Nice job but please work on service.
We had such a lovely first visit at the new Blue Box Cafe! Our server, Sunshine, was super friendly, helpful, sweet, and truly lived up to her name. New Maid cocktail: bright, refreshing, very well-balanced Afternoon tea tower: a delightful assortment of savory and sweet, each intricately prepared so that you can eat with your eyes and your palate. Standouts for me were the mini lobster roll, smoked salmon mini pastry, and curry item. Scones were fluffy and delicious. Spaghetti with caviar: Such a gorgeous dish! Unfortunately, we ended up with an unexpectedly soft and bland version of this dish, but when we gave Sunshine some feedback/questions about it, she was kind enough to explain that this was likely a misfire and she offered to send a fresh version or take it off the bill. We were very full at that point so really appreciate her taking it off the bill. Definitely want to try this some other time bc the description sounds great. Loup de Mer (branzino): this was one of Sunshine's recs and it was definitely the star of our dinner. Bursting with flavor and crisped up, the branzino was absolutely delicious. Even the broccolini had so much depth of flavor. Thank you for a lovely evening! Look forward to trying more of the extensive menu.
Such a lovely afternoon at the Blue Box Cafe that just opened at South Coast Plaza inside the Tiffany & Co. Store! The Cafe is located towards the back of the store, so it's a little smaller compared to the store itself, but the space is absolutely beautiful. Everything is done in their signature Tiffany blue, from the decor to the dishware, and there's even a pretty little bar area. I also heard they may be expanding into the neighboring spaces, so it'll be interesting to see if the Cafe grows as well. We came to celebrate my mom's birthday and decided to do the afternoon tea and late brunch. Of course, we had to order the Blue Cosmo, which is one of the popular drinks and fits perfectly with the whole Tiffany's decor. The afternoon tea was such a lovely experience, especially because they really pay attention to the details. The teapot, cups, plates, and all the China coordinated beautifully, which makes such a difference when you're doing afternoon tea. Our server was so sweet and remembered that it was my mom's birthday. They brought her out a little birthday celebration plate with macarons and a Happy Birthday plaque. The service was a little on the slower side, but I think that's understandable since they just opened. They put a lot of attention into the presentation of everything, and you can tell that each detail is carefully put together, so I think that contributes to the timing as well. We arrived a little early for our reservation and waited in their lounge area with couches and chairs. Even the waiting area is beautifully decorated, so it was actually a nice place to relax and take in all the Tiffany's decor. This cafe will definitely be a hot spot and I think this is such a fun place to get dressed up and spend an afternoon with your mom, grandma, aunts, or girlfriends. It would also be really cute for a girls brunch or a special celebration. Overall, we had a lovely experience, and the attention to detail really stood out to me. Definitely would love to come back and try more breakfast items.
And I say what about breakfast at Tiffany's!! What a gorgeous little restaurant located at the back of the Tiffany & Co store. The service here was impeccable. I have heard some people mention that customer service might not have been great but that was not the experience we had. Everyone was super attentive. We got the Tea at Tiffany which is $98 per person but was worth the experience. The little tea treats were great and we also opted to pair it with the Tiffany tea. Luckily they do allow for each person to get the set so we opted for one tea set and one entree. The chicken was cooked well and not dry and tbh I think people come for the experience. We also had to add the Tiffany blue cosmo to go along with the charm. Loved the experience and it's worth read more
My sister saw that The Blue Box Cafe had recently reopened, so we decided to give it a try. My husband, baby, sister, and I were led by one of the friendly staff in Tiffany to the restaurant, which he mentioned was a Michelin Star experience for my baby. Service started off excellently unlike some other high end places that can be a hit or a miss. Once we got into the restaurant, which is beautiful, we were seated at a circular table and there was a high chair waiting for us for my baby! Talk about service. Garret (sorry if spelling isn't right) greeted us soon after and went over the menu. The best part was that he gave a menu (the drink one) to my baby, and it was so so cute! We all decided to go with the Tea at Tiffany's so that we could each try a different tea. We also ordered the Cesar salad and side of fries. The three teas we tried were the Tiffany tea (black tea), the phoenix (oolong tea), and white wedding (white tea). The Tiffany tea was by far my favorite, especially with a little bit of honey and oat milk. The food came on a beautiful three-tiered stand but initially was served to us incorrectly (bottom tier had two of each item instead of three). I brought this to the attention of Garret and he apologized and whisked the stand away and promptly brought us the stand with the correct number of each food item. The bottom tier with the savory course of finger sandwiches and small tartlets was delicious! The bottom tier consisted of egg & watercress, cucumber, dill & cream cheese sandwich, smoked salmon "bagel", chicken curry & mango chutney, avocado tartelette, and lobster roll. The chicken curry & mango chutney was my favorite. The middle tier with the patisseries was also delicious. It consisted of a chocolate caramel tart, hazelnut financier, blackberry cheesecake, and vanilla passion fruit choux (Garret's favorite). The chocolate caramel tart had a very dark, rich chocolate flavor, which was actually delicious. The scones, which were on the side with clotted cream and two jams were crumbly and buttery. My baby got to try it (nibbles) and couldn't stop eating more. There were two scones for each person, so it was more than enough food, and we took the scones we couldn't finish home. The last tier with the gateaux tasted okay but didn't feel like it added to the other foods (perhaps because I was full by the time I got to this tier). It consisted of a madeleine, shortbread, and coconut rocher. The coconut rocher was my favorite on this tier. Cesar salad had a delicious dressing and homemade croutons. Fries looked double fried and tasted awesome. Overall, we felt the service from Garret was excellent and enjoyed our food. We plan to come back for the seasonal menu in the future. read more
Very very cute cafe inside tiffany store in the back. Very limited seating so definitely need reservations. We sat at the bar which was fun and great. A big shout to the bartenders. They were very energetic enthusiastic and well done on making our cocktails. The service was excellent!. The food for me was okay. The tea sampler was very tiny servings for the money I didnt think it was worth it. The spaghetti was good I am a vegetarian so it was nice of them to put the capers separately. The vegetarian pasta was okay they were my least favorite. The drinks were excellent very refreshing and the love they put in the drinks was amazing! Overall a cute place but the food is not worth what I paid for. read more
10 days ago
Ok I'm giving a three star because aesthetics and the service was great. However, this is a place to come to try and witness the Tiffany at breakfast vibe. I felt that you do not get enough food here and the food portions are very small. I will say if you're really hungry you're gonna have to order three entrées off the menu. Do not come here if you want to share your food items. Also, the prices are decent but for the serving I feel that is not worth it. Very good food, but is good to come here if you want to have a snack while you're shopping in the south Coast Plaza mall. I ordered the blue Cosmo, which is the signature drink, and the Vieux Carre, which was very good !! Great bartender for sure. My entree I tried the chicken breast with pureee mashed potatoes and a side of French fries for appetizer. Good food, just small portions!! I was still very hungry. Furthermore, our service was phenomenal we had Garret and he knew his job !!! He had a great personality and knows that menu extremely well!! I will def recommend him!! As for the decor it was gorgousssss!!! I Adored the Tiffany boxes in the ceiling and the Tiffany blue in the restrooms marble and aesthetics of the restaurant. Very good vibe for brunch and girls day out!! Nice bar area and fast service!! It's located inside Tiffany & Co. all the way in the back. You check in the front and they will direct you to restaurant. I will come back here for the drinks and a salad while I'm shopping !! -Marshay D. read more
Wow! This place is amazing. It's located inside the Tiffany's store in the back. It's small; the restaurant is so cute trendy and has beautiful blue colors I ordered several different things off the menu. I tried their famous pasta and appetizers and the blue drink which was everything. All items were made fresh and were delicious. Service was outstanding. I will definitely go back just to hang out at the bar, have some drinks, and eat some good food. Note: portions are not big. They're very small so if you're hungry, you may need to buy more appetizers. The plates are very small They need more on the menu. The burger was very seasoned and tasty. Their fries are good too. This can fill you up more. But other than that it's a great place beautiful inside. I love it. I felt like I was in Italy somewhere eating at Tiffany's breakfast. read more
Having breakfast at Tiffany's used to be a New York bucket list item for me until Tiffany & Co. opened up a Blue Box Cafe in their South Coast Plaza location. The menu was curated by Chef Daniel Boulud, most known for his Michelin starred restaurant Daniel in NYC. To say that reservations are "available" on Resy is a bit of a stretch. Yes, Resy is the platform Blue Box uses to manage reservations, but times are seemingly unavailable until the day of or the day before. Walk-ins are also subject to availability. We tried to call to call the cafe to ask for clarification on reservation times and walk-in availability, but no one ever picked up. Planning our visit was honestly quite a pain. We ended up just booking a reservation the same day instead of waiting until the weekend like we wanted to in case reservations wouldn't be available. Upon arrival at Tiffany's, staff greeted us and led us through the jewelry store to the back where Blue Box cafe was located. We checked in with the host and were led to our table. The inside of the cafe is, of course, speckled with Tiffany blue. The atmosphere felt posh and elegant, yet light and open. Although "breakfast" at Tiffany's is the namesake of the cafe, we opted for their afternoon tea service instead. I had the earl grey while my friend had the white wedding. I quite enjoyed the white wedding tea as it was light and had notes of camellia. In addition to tea, the service includes complementary bread, scones, and a three-tiered tea tray with the works. The bread was fantastic. Mini baguettes served with Tiffany butter. The butter, stamped with the Tiffany T, was rich and perfectly salted. The scones were amazing as well. Warm, perfectly soft. Served with double cream, strawberry jam, and orange marmalade. I really liked the scones with the cream and strawberry jam. I wasn't a huge fan of the orange marmalade as it was a bit bitter. The sandwiches and savories were for the most part, alright. I really liked the chicken curry & mango chutney. Instead of bread, it was served in a little pani puri half shell. I loved the crispy base, and it contrasted greatly with the rest of the sandwiches as I found a few of them suffering from a case of soggy bread. The desserts were hit or miss. I really enjoyed the vanilla passionfruit choux. The flavors were very balanced and the tartness of the passionfruit really popped out. The blackberry cheesecake was also very good. The desserts using white chocolate, however, were very waxy. They were definitely pretty, encased in a chocolate shell colored the iconic Tiffany blue, but they just were not palatable at all. It seemed like for some desserts, priority was given to visual appeal rather than taste. Although our experience at Blue Box Cafe was not perfect, we still had a lovely afternoon tea. I'm glad I got to check this experience off my bucket list and live my Audrey Hepburn fantasy. read more
My experience was great! Located inside the South Coast Plaza Mall inside of Tiffany's. Service was great and the food was exceptional. The flavors just all blended together. Drinks and dessert were great and not watered down. This is a new location on the West Coast, that you don't have to travel to the East Coast to experience. Highly recommended! read more
This is a one and done type of place. You go for the novelty and atmosphere, but won't return for the food. We were able to get seats in the evening after walking in during the morning. The restaurant itself is very pretty, definitely a photo op moment, but the food left much to be desired. We ordered the afternoon tea set, the caviar spaghetti, gazpacho, and the branzino. First of all, everything in the tea set is tiny and the taste was mediocre. Nothing really stood out, though the scone was quite nice. For just $20 more, I'd rather go get the afternoon tea set at Knife Pleat, which tastes spectacular and has larger portions. The complimentary bread basket was a bit stale, almost like they microwaved the bread. The gazpacho was mediocre and tasted overwhelmingly sour. Same thing for the caviar spaghetti, which tasted like lemon and had no hints of caviar taste. For the supposed star of the meal, it was very underwhelming. And the branzino...was the thinnest slice of branzino I've been served at a restaurant with this type of price tag. It was bland, with mild notes of curry. Honestly, if you're looking for great food with the same type of vibe and price, go to Monsieur Dior in Beverly hills instead. read more
Egghead very mid. Went here with a group of 6 ladies to enjoy convos and a bite before shopping SCP. We had reservations and were seated immediately. When asking the waiter about Holly and Breakfast at Tiffany's he said he's never seen the movie and doesn't know any of the references other than that Holly is the main the main actress. We for the $98 afternoon tea and immediately one of our plates with condiments had a piece of hair on the sauce. The blue white chocolate dipped madeleine had some sort of fibrous debris on top...hopefully it was cotton and not something growing on it...regardless, when mentioned it to the waiter, he tried to grabb it off the tower with his hands...and eventually brought back another on a plate. We also ordered fries that were room temperature and stale. Quite disappointing. Having tastes that, I likely won't be back to try their entrees. There were several shortcomings with the experience from service to taste to value. Ambiance was good but everything else was subpar. I enjoyed the previous restaurant when they were caviar focused more than this new renovation. Hopefully they improve upon the hiccups and are worth trying again. read more
14 days ago
I honestly wanted to be super critical here, but my server Sunshine really held true to her name and was such a gem that I had to give them 5 stars. Seriously, Sunshine had such a great personality, was super attentive, and overall provided the service I expect from a place like this. I was pretty nervous after reading the reviews, so thank you Sunshine!!! I wanted to do the tea, but was not feeling hungry enough. So we decided to go with the caviar spaghetti and an à la carte caviar egg. Anyone who was disappointed in the food here clearly did NOT order the caviar spaghetti...it's just one of those dishes you won't stop thinking about. I would go back just to have this. All the interior details were simply stunning, and I would recommend this to anyone who has it on their list, celebrating something special, or even wanting to show guests a good time! read more
The entire place is so aesthetically pleasing with absolutely stunning decor. you'll want to take a lot of photos! The food is definitely on the expensive side, and to be honest, I wasn't really expecting it to be that good since I figured you're mostly paying for the experience, but I was pleasantly surprised! I got the croque à la truffe and really enjoyed it. We also got Tea at Tiffany's and the tea sandwiches were small but delish. Also you gotta get the blue cosmo drink! It's a perfect Tiffany blue Our server was also so kind and patient with us and even brought my mom a birthday dessert, which was such a sweet touch. Overall, such a beautiful and lovely experience for tea. Definitely worth experiencing at least once! It's also the perfect spot for a girls' brunch or a cute special occasion. read more
Enter in the actual Tiffany store at South Coast Plaza to get to the restaurant in the back of the store. It is is decadent and pays homage to Tiffany's. Came for afternoon tea for $72. Service as you can imagine was impeccable. The burger was surprisingly delicious for $36. read more
Ambiance was incredible. Felt like being in a movie. Every detail was perfect! Service was good. We had one person who was very friendly and another who was not. But both were attentive to our table. It would have just been nice if the other waiter was more friendly and welcoming. The food was very good. Every bite on the tea tower was in little bite of heaven. And the presentation was spectacular. The Tiffany Tea is a MUST! I never knew tea could taste different and you can't buy it anywhere. The filet was delicious as well. Very tender and flavorful. Don't forget the Blue Cosmo! Everything is a bit pricey but that should be expected for this experience. Nice job but please work on service. read more
We had such a lovely first visit at the new Blue Box Cafe! Our server, Sunshine, was super friendly, helpful, sweet, and truly lived up to her name. New Maid cocktail: bright, refreshing, very well-balanced Afternoon tea tower: a delightful assortment of savory and sweet, each intricately prepared so that you can eat with your eyes and your palate. Standouts for me were the mini lobster roll, smoked salmon mini pastry, and curry item. Scones were fluffy and delicious. Spaghetti with caviar: Such a gorgeous dish! Unfortunately, we ended up with an unexpectedly soft and bland version of this dish, but when we gave Sunshine some feedback/questions about it, she was kind enough to explain that this was likely a misfire and she offered to send a fresh version or take it off the bill. We were very full at that point so really appreciate her taking it off the bill. Definitely want to try this some other time bc the description sounds great. Loup de Mer (branzino): this was one of Sunshine's recs and it was definitely the star of our dinner. Bursting with flavor and crisped up, the branzino was absolutely delicious. Even the broccolini had so much depth of flavor. Thank you for a lovely evening! Look forward to trying more of the extensive menu. read more
Such a lovely afternoon at the Blue Box Cafe that just opened at South Coast Plaza inside the Tiffany & Co. Store! The Cafe is located towards the back of the store, so it's a little smaller compared to the store itself, but the space is absolutely beautiful. Everything is done in their signature Tiffany blue, from the decor to the dishware, and there's even a pretty little bar area. I also heard they may be expanding into the neighboring spaces, so it'll be interesting to see if the Cafe grows as well. We came to celebrate my mom's birthday and decided to do the afternoon tea and late brunch. Of course, we had to order the Blue Cosmo, which is one of the popular drinks and fits perfectly with the whole Tiffany's decor. The afternoon tea was such a lovely experience, especially because they really pay attention to the details. The teapot, cups, plates, and all the China coordinated beautifully, which makes such a difference when you're doing afternoon tea. Our server was so sweet and remembered that it was my mom's birthday. They brought her out a little birthday celebration plate with macarons and a Happy Birthday plaque. The service was a little on the slower side, but I think that's understandable since they just opened. They put a lot of attention into the presentation of everything, and you can tell that each detail is carefully put together, so I think that contributes to the timing as well. We arrived a little early for our reservation and waited in their lounge area with couches and chairs. Even the waiting area is beautifully decorated, so it was actually a nice place to relax and take in all the Tiffany's decor. This cafe will definitely be a hot spot and I think this is such a fun place to get dressed up and spend an afternoon with your mom, grandma, aunts, or girlfriends. It would also be really cute for a girls brunch or a special celebration. Overall, we had a lovely experience, and the attention to detail really stood out to me. Definitely would love to come back and try more breakfast items. read more
This was an excellent find. They're still in their soft opening and grand opening is at the end of the month, but it was a really good experience. The food quality was excellent. We able to get a high tea set up for my wife and I was able to get a cheeseburger. Possibly the best combination ever. You can tell they took time to source really good vendors. The recipes are good. I wanna say I loved everything on the high tea, but nothing tasted like it was sitting out for a while. The star was the scones. The cheeseburger was very good. Absolutely overpriced, but still very good. The best was the fries. That would probably be the star of the show. This is possibly the best French fry ever. Top 3 for sure. The decor is nice. Very Instagram ready. The service was good. Celeste, the manager came over and spent some time with us. She was very good. Very informative. read more
Our SA was nice enough to book us a reservation before they open. I was very excited to try this place but l am not sure if I would come back for a second visit. We got seated right away but no one came to serve us water for a very long time. We ordered 2 coffee drinks and we didn't get the drinks until after our appetizer was served. That was after we asked about our drinks. Food: THON RIVIERA 10/10 very very good VOLAILLE AUX CHAMPIGNONS 2/10 chicken was dried and not flavorful. Cheeseburger 7/10 burger was ok but the fries tasted like frozen fries. Service: food took a very long time to come out. It is very beautiful inside. I am glad I tried it out once. read more
10 days ago
Customer service 5/5 Food quality 1/5 Food portions 1/5 The restaurant is really the size of shoe box. Very tight and small tables. I would recommend them to get purse holders/hangers instead of placing them on Tiffany shoe boxes.. Nothing impressive here.. I only liked the scones that came with the butter and jelly tbh. read more
We made a last minute trip to Tiffany to pick up my necklace and decided to dine at their new café, which is so cute! They were able to seat us and they're very nice. Excited about the gazpacho since that's my favorite. We were lucky enough to grab a seat at the bar and order tea and gazpacho of course! Chilled avocado cucumber soup with radish and mint. Our waiter is sweet and he said the caviar is totally gluten free! read more
14 days ago
I went to the new @blueboxcafescp at South Coast Plaza so you don't have to (but you'll probably still go anyway) This place is VERY cute but keep in mind they're still technically "soft opening." Our entree (chicken & steak) took an hour and 45 minutes from the time we ordered to arrive. The waiter kept apologizing, but they didn't even offer us a comped dessert or discount for the wait. And it was my actual birthday so it kinda felt like my night was wasted There're no pictures of the food because we were starving by the time it arrived but ,that being said, it was very very good. Just not worth THAT long of a wait. I'd love to come here again for tea service as that seems to be something that they have pretty locked in and it is very aesthetic and vibe-y. I guess that's why the movie is " Breakfast at Tiffany's not dinner at Tiffany's" read more
15 days ago
This restaurant has been on my absolute bucket list for years, so I was completely ecstatic when they finally opened a location right here in Costa Mesa. I knew instantly that I had to book it for my birthday brunch, and it did not disappoint! Tiffany Blue aesthetic and glamorous decor create the ultimate upscale ambiance for a memorable birthday celebration. The staff was amazing and pleasant. Our server Mario was great at providing recommendations and sharing his favorite dish. Every detail of the meal was beautifully curated, making it a truly perfect celebration. The centerpiece was the stunning Tiffany Tea Tower, loaded with an incredible selection of delicate and delicious bites. The savory tier excelled with premium highlights like a decadent lobster bite, beautifully smoked salmon bagel, and a rich touch of caviar. The sweet selections were equally memorable. The freshly baked, delicate madeleine was superb, and the assortment of mini sweet treats provided the perfect indulgent finish to the tower. To complement the food, the signature Tiffany Tea was beautifully balanced. It was smooth, light, and perfectly brewed--never tasting too strong or overbearing, which allowed the flavors of the pastries and sandwiches to shine. Between the pristine presentation, the signature blue ambiance, and the impeccable execution, it was an entirely seamless and delicious afternoon. read more
25 days ago
I did like the experience, the place is really cute, and very well organized, everything inside there is tiffany of course, the food was good, very tasty, the wine was delicious, they have a huge selection of drinks, the service was amazing, the people there is on top of every detail of what the customers may need, i love that, the food takes its time but it is in fact really good, probably the only thing that it was not so comfortable was the excessive amount of lighting, the entire place feels really hot. read more
18 hours ago
Great service and wonderful vibes! The service here was excellent and the staff was very attentive. The restaurant has a beautiful atmosphere, making it a perfect spot to gather and chat with friends. The flavor of the main course was decent. It is still a lovely place for the experience and a get-together! read more
24 days ago
I've been to the Blue Box Café in New York City twice, so I was really excited to check out this location. I'd done the afternoon tea experience before, and since I don't have a huge sweet tooth, we decided to order off the regular menu this time. FOOD: 4/5 We ordered the burger and branzino. The burger was easily a 9/10--super juicy, cooked perfectly, and I loved the little Tiffany & Co. emblem on top. The fries were also really crispy, and even the ketchup and aioli that came with them were surprisingly flavorful and delicious. The branzino was cooked really well, and I liked the black rice that came with it, although I wasn't expecting the dish to have such a strong curry flavor. For dessert, we got the chocolate tart, which had just the right amount of chocolate richness without being overly sweet. But my favorite thing might have been the Blue Cosmopolitan! I can't drink vodka, so they substituted gin for me, and it was perfect. So perfect that I ended up ordering a second one. Overall, though, the food itself was good rather than exceptional for the price. The burger was over $30 and the cocktail was $28, so you're definitely paying a premium for the experience and setting. VIBES: 5/5 The atmosphere is awesome. It feels special and elevated and is such a nice escape from the busyness of the mall. This would be a great place to come with girlfriends for lunch, drinks, or a special occasion. SERVICE: 5/5 Our server, Barrett, was fantastic. He was extremely attentive and was hustling the entire time. It almost seemed like they may have been a little short-staffed. The host and hostess were also incredibly welcoming, and everyone we interacted with was attentive and friendly. Will come back! read more
So it's really busy and hard to get early rez for the time I want to go. Resy app only show few days at a time so no advanced reservations. Check daily to see what times are available. Now you can walk in and sit in the bar area. If there's cancellation or available tables but ask the girls at the front. read more
10 days ago
Breakfast at Tiffany's new Blue Box Cafe by Chef Daniel Boulud. The cafe concept is now in SoCal from NYC, with the store renovated to resemble the beautiful Landmark store in NYC. The service, ambiance and food are exactly what one expects of Tiffany & Co...everything is beautiful at Tiffany's! read more
1 month ago
Beautiful setting, but one server's attitude really put a damper on our celebration. My friend and I visited the Blue Box Café at South Coast Plaza to celebrate the birth of my baby. We ordered an afternoon tea set, a breakfast set, and the chicken entrée. The chicken was juicy and tender, and we really enjoyed it. We finished the bread and chicken right away. The only reason we hadn't touched the breakfast set yet was that we were waiting for the afternoon tea tower to arrive so we could take a nice photo together with both sets on the table. We wanted to capture that moment before the table looked messy with half-eaten food. We fully intended to enjoy the meal--we were simply waiting for the rest of our order. After waiting a while, we asked our server about the afternoon tea. He apologized and said he hadn't heard us order it. We told him it was okay. The missed order wasn't the issue--it was his attitude afterward. When we said we still wanted the afternoon tea, he kept trying to talk us out of ordering it because we had food left on the table. We explained why we were waiting, and he responded, "So you're only here for pictures? You're not planning to eat?" He then added, "If you just want it for pictures, I'll bring it out to you." At first, I thought he was genuinely concerned that we were ordering more than we could finish. But when he brought it up again, it felt like he had already made assumptions about us. The afternoon tea bites were small and delicate, and I didn't understand why he kept discouraging us from ordering something we wanted. Even if we couldn't finish everything, we could ask to take the leftovers home. We weren't disturbing or inconveniencing any other guests. We simply wanted to celebrate a special occasion and create a beautiful memory together. Wanting a photo before we started on the remaining dishes shouldn't have been treated as something inappropriate or taken to mean we weren't planning to eat. Being spoken to that way felt judgmental and condescending. What finally prompted me to speak with the manager was seeing our server shake his head and roll his eyes at the register. The manager offered some small treats and didn't charge us for the desserts, which I appreciated. The other staff members were kind, and the passion fruit dessert another server recommended was delicious. I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience really affected what was supposed to be a happy celebration. I appreciated the manager's efforts to make things right, but the interaction still left us feeling uncomfortable and unwelcome. I hope the restaurant takes this feedback to heart. A special occasion doesn't have to be perfect, but basic courtesy should always be part of the experience. read more
1 month ago
This rating for the service is 5 Food : tea menu 3 tier sandwiches and dessert in petites. Sandwiches all of it is very salty . I did conveyed this to the manager. Dessert:: its a miss. Some of the dessert taste like its been out for a while. The scones was not bad not the greatest but i can do with it. Pricing a little under $100 for 2 people plus tax and tip totaling a little under $250. Was it worth it ? No. I did not try the entree menu this review is solely for the tea menu set. read more
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To begin, allow me to first say that Blue Box at South Coast is still in its soft opening phase. And while not every single detail was 100% perfect, the experience was, overwhelmingly so. First, the breathtaking design and aesthetic of this lovely eatery. Blue Box, sitting at the rear of Tiffany's at South Coast Plaza is simply stunning in its decor. The soft Tiffany blue, associated hues, crystal and refinement are first class, even for its well heeled locale. No expense has been spared down to the perfectly curated Tiffany branded table wear. There is simply nothing here that has been missed in the design. Food and menu offerings were simply marvelous. Blue Box offers a set breakfast, afternoon tea, or al la carte menu, with an extensive cocktail and fine wine and champagne selection, to include Ruinart, and Dom Perignon by the glass! Savory as well as sweets were each delicious to the last bite. We even indulged with an extra salad and hamburger, whose bun was perfectly seared with the Blue Box logo. Their triple processed French fries are an incredible delicacy, and truly a world class experience. What took this experience to an exoatmospheric level, was the tremendous staff that attends to you. From the moment you arrive, a team of professionals welcome you and cater to your every desire. May be one of the only dining experiences I can recall in years where my glass never ran dry or a single item was not attended to. Serves as well as the management took the time to personally introduce themselves, treating you not as a customer, But as their personal guest. The Blue Box has arrived at South Coast Plaza, and is now setting the bar for excellence in service, Style and cuisine. So there you have it. The secret is out. This is the dining experience South Coast has been waiting for! read more
17 days ago
My hubby surprised me with a date night. The ambience was perfect, every detail was to the perfection. The staff was friendly and polite, they really made me feel like a VIP. Our server Sunshine really made it a sunshine, she explained the menu to us and her recommendations were the just fantastic and we were beyond happy with the choice she's she recommended and her service. She really made the experience a VIP. I will definitely be back. read more
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4 days ago
Nice atmosphere, good for birthday celebration or a nice decent meal for any celebration. The food portion is small, however, it is tasty and creative for the dishes. The waiter is nice and friendly. read more
18 days ago
1 month ago
Absolutely insane to: 1. Not disclose that the still or sparkling water is not complimentary. 2. Open up a second bottle because it didn't fill up all 4 of our cups. AND THEN CHARGING US FOR IT. 3. It coming to a total of $24. The cafe needs to disclose the cost of the water instead of simply asking as soon as you sit down "still or sparkling." Also? No sugar cubes for a tea is embarrassing. For an establishment like Tiffany's I'd expect sugar cubes. read more
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3333 Bristol St
Ste 1236
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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Are reservations required? If so where is the link?
There's an app Resy you need to make reservations according to girl I talk to at Tiffany's front door. I walked up and asked that's what she said to use Resy.
