The Cookie Curator

Oh I was really impressed with this place. My son took me to visit one time and they had lots of…read moreflavors! it was a great looking place, it was tasty and I definitely would be back. Long lines usually mean something is worth having.

I was so excited to try this place but unfortunately it was not good. The do not have soft-serve…read morewhich was the reason why we came here in the first place. We settled for a bubble cone with strawberry ice cream. The cone was almost raw with mochi-like texture but not in a good way and the ice cream had an off putting aftertaste. All went in the trash as it was inedible. The red flag should've been the menu as it includes calamari and garlic fries. Leason learned.

Matcha soft serve ice cream

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Pampas Helados Argentinos

4.8(191 reviews)

0.8 km

I haven't had a chance to visit the shop itself yet, but they provided catering for a company event…read moreI attended, and I was really impressed with both the quality and the service. The dulce de leche was especially good, and the texture of the ice cream was unique--it wasn't quite as creamy as traditional ice cream, but also not as icy or dense as gelato. It had a really enjoyable texture and flavor overall. Definitely a great choice for an event, and I'd happily try them again!

While driving in the area, I consulted Yelp, which brought us here. Service was impressively…read morewelcoming and friendly; she'd offered for us to sample flavors, if we desired, and appreciatively named their popular flavors. We each ordered a Small (single flavor), $6.95: - Dulce de Leche - Pampas Chocolate Both flavors were satisfyingly delicious. In comparison to our recent experiences at other ice cream shops, we found these portions rather small, especially for the cost. Fun-&-tasty find, and glad to have experienced it!

Maicenitas.

Super Peanut Butter. Rich & creamy with chunks of chocolates and peanut butter.

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Super Peanut Butter. Rich & creamy with chunks of chocolates and peanut butter.

Sno 2 Go

4.2(650 reviews)

7.2 km

If you love shaved ice, you NEED to try Sno 2 Go! These aren't your average snow cones--the…read moreflavors are incredibly bold, and they layer the syrup throughout the entire cone so every bite is packed with flavor. And the soft serve in the middle?! SO creamy and such a good combination with the fluffy shaved ice. My favorites were the Pineapple Upside Down Cake, Shark Attack, which tastes so nostalgic, Apple Pie, which literally tastes like you're eating an apple pie, and Dragon Berry Delight. The fresh fruit is another huge plus, and they have monthly specials that make it extra fun to come back and try something new. Such a fun local dessert spot!

I never want ice cream but today's hot weather called for it. The line for the drive through was…read morevery long so we walked up to the window to order. I got the Thai Paradise which is made with coconut milk ice with fresh mangos and vanilla soft serve. I replaced the vanilla soft serve for pineapple dole whip and it was amazing. The service can be quiet slow but just be patient. It's a bunch of teenagers doing their best to bring you a glimmer of hope.

Spiced chai with vanilla soft serve

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Chaupain Bakery

4.6(274 reviews)

2.2 km

Have been a huge fan on Chaupain since the first location opened. We frequent this location as its…read moreproximity to my house. Last week, there was a slight issue with my drink. I walked back in and the line for food/drinks was out the door. I saw our barista Rayan with so many orders in the queue and I mentioned to him the correction on the order, and that if they can help that he could take his sweet time. Within a minute, he called me over with my drink ready. Him and the manager on call that morning were so awesome and solution oriented. Also, they didn't make me feel bad about the correction. Can not recommend Rayan and Chaupain enough, the best!

Came here to this new location and I'm amazed. It's a very cutesy breakfast spot where you can…read moreeither order a breakfast plate or grab some pastries to go. My go to order is always the regular buttered croissant and almond croissant. Both were super flaky and buttery. My favorite. This spot becoming my go to spot when I want delicious pastries !

Chocolate Elfroy. Creamy custard & chocolate come together in this irresistible pastry, lightly dusted with powdered sugar.

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Almond Croissant. Rich almond paste inside a flakey croissant with a snowy dusting of powdered sugar.

Milk & Cookies

4.5(289 reviews)

5.9 km

Locally owned & operated

Family-owned & operated

Super delicious ice cream! We kind of stumbled onto this…read moreplace by accident. We were looking for a little sweet treat something cool and satisfying.. This place has it all not only do they have several delicious fresh baked cookies, but also ice cream the banana cream pie was divine! If you're ever wanting a sweet treat combo of a little crunchy, soft baked Warm Cookie with a little ice cream. This is the place you need to be.

"Honey, I want a chocolate chip cookie."…read more That's essentially how a half dozen cookies and some strawberry milk arrived at my doorstep one evening. I'm not pregnant but I had cookie craving like a pregnant woman! The cookies were soooo good. I liked them better than Crumbl (who make theirs too gooey, and loaded with sugar). These were sweet and tasty but not to the point where they were SO sweet they hurt my teeth. They also have some milk (duh) that comes in amazing little glass bottles. Somehow we ended up ordering strawberry and banana milk. I think I'll put myself - not my husband - in charge of the ordering next time so we can end up with some chocolate milk! 2026: 59/100

The first layer is all chocolate chips. The bottom layer are the other flavors that I bought.

Delicious cookies

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Brown Butter Toffee ice cream. Single scoop is pretty large!

Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream

4.6(271 reviews)

6.1 km

I absolutely love Handel's; particularly this one!…read more There're over 50 different flavors at any given time, and their menu often has new flavors. The texture of their ice cream is so perfect; it's gooey enough to melt in your mouth, but still has that "ice cream chew", if you know what I mean. I've always had my orders "to-go", and what's nice is that when I get home, the ice cream still maintains its consistency as if I just picked it up a minute ago; be sure to ask to cover it if you have a takeout as well. Inside everything is clean, and the staff here is always busy; never had any issue with them. I've noticed when I come here that the lines are often long, outside-of-the-store long, but usually it moves pretty decent. However, if you come near closing time, sometimes there's only 1 person taking and fulfilling orders while everyone else is cleaning or performing other closing-procedure operations, so keep that in mind. There is some seating outside of the shop, but not much; no seating inside. Even with my longest waits, I always leave with a smile on my face.

We've been to this location for years. All the workers are always friendly! There's always…read moresomething new on the menu. With the wide selection of ice cream flavors, I always get choice paralysis. It's wonderful you can try a few flavors before picking the right one. All the ice cream is so fresh, fluffy, and the variety keeps you wanting to come back and try something new. I like texture in my ice cream and Handel's is really great at mixing the right ingredients/toppings in their ice cream. I recently got a Mud Pie and the brownie was made just right. Not too soggy, didn't have a weird taste to it. It was cold but still had a good chew to it. Parking is always easy to find although on busier nights, you'll have to park quite far and wait in a longer queue. I've only been here once during the day and there isn't much shade provided for the seated area. Honestly there isn't much seating in general which I can understand due to the way the location is. It would be ideal to improve the seating, if possible. Two tables with no umbrella/shade isn't appealing during hot summer days and you're stuck eating ice cream in the car.

Single Scoop Sugar Cone - Cheesecake with Oreo

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Vanilla Street Bakery

4.6(327 reviews)

6.4 km

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

The Azerbaijani-style Sunrise Skillet is healthy and very filling. The bread is also great for…read moredipping. They have a sizable variety of macaroons, and the pavlovas are beautiful. The owner recommended the Raf Coffee which has been my favorite. A great spot if you want something healthy, filling and affordable, with plenty of tempting desserts afterward. The service is very friendly every time we go. Staff are very kind and patient with kids.

Small but cute interior

Eggs Benedict

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Honey cake is delicate and deliciously amazing! I love how light it is.

Sana'a Cafe

4.6(378 reviews)

7.3 km

Whoah! This place is off the hook! Authentic Yemeni flavor and ambiance. The place looks authentic…read morebecause of their music and their sits from the inside. Its comfortable and really chill cafe to just unwind. The service is pretty good too cause they are very accommodating. They have various decorations from their culture, so looks neat and interesting to see. My girl loves the ambiance of this place and the closing hours as well, which helped her study all day. I didn't get to try their other food choices, but it seems very tasteful and yet authentic to their culture. My girl ordered their Chai Latte that served in an actual cooking pot. It's great for study nights or even a chill place to drink some coffee. Overall, I'm digging this place, definitely a recommendation whenever you're around the area :)

Came to Sana'a because I was craving some sweets/desserts and it was the only place open that…read morewasn't a grocery store at 6pm on a Friday. I got their Biscoff Cheesecake and the tiramisu milk cake; I highly recommend both. The cafe has good seating inside and outside and the service was good. I will definitely be back to try on of their drinks and for more desserts.

Cute serving tea cups

Sana'a Latte and Yemeni Latte

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Small Pot - Coffee.

Karak House Coffee

4.2(379 reviews)

3.7 km

This cafe is a fusion of South Asian and Arabian gulf cultural roots and flavors, hence their Karak…read moreChai. The iced Karak tea with saffron cold foam is quite unique, not as strong as coffee but spicier than your usual black tea. This spot is quite busy, but it has wifi, several small tables and a few outlets.

Pros: large selection of drinks and baked goods, friendly staff, clean location…read more Cons: the drinks were a tad underwhelming for me. The cheesecake was fine but that chocolate sauce/syrup just tasted like Hershey syrup or some random generic stuff. My drink was the iced spanish latte

Iced Honey Lavender Latte

Mocha latte & original flavor ras malai

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Biscoff Latte

Chaupain Bakery

4.7(1.9k reviews)

5.6 km

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!

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Pastry.

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Kelsie H.

3 years ago

These edible works of art are nothing short of extraordinary. Each cookie is meticulously decorated with intricate designs, vibrant colors, and an attention to detail that is simply mind-blowing. It's like they've taken a paintbrush and turned it into a magical wand, transforming ordinary cookies into masterpieces. In addition to their incredible cookies, The Cookie Curator also offers workshops and classes for those who want to try their hand at cookie decorating. It's a fantastic opportunity to learn from the best and unleash your own creativity. Trust me, there's nothing more satisfying than seeing your own cookie masterpiece come together. Overall, I cannot recommend The Cookie Curator enough. The combination of a personable owner and exceptional talent makes this small business a true gem in the cookie world. Whether you're looking for a delicious treat or a unique gift, you won't be disappointed. Prepare to be amazed! read more

Sara D.

9 years ago

The Cookie Curator sugar cookies are not only the cutest things ever, but they are delicious. Other sugar cookies that I have tried are often dry and hard, but these cookies are thick, soft, and have the best flavor. The detail that I have seen on all of the cookies from The Cookie Curator are incredible, and would make it the perfect treat or gift for any event. The ordering process was easy and smooth, which made the entire experience very pleasant. I would highly recommend these cookies to others for any occasion. read more

Courtney C.

147

9 years ago

These cookies are delicious!!! OMG!! I love the vanilla ones! Plus the designs are so clever and fun! I have ordered from Bekah lots of times and I will continue to order in the future! She is professional and she can make like any design! You should try! read more

Melanie M.

9 years ago

Bekah's cookies not only look amazing but taste delicious too! Her cookies are soft and moist. Not hard and dry like many sugar cookies are. She's very creative and puts incredible detail into them. Definitely worth trying! read more

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