I got the cloud 9 latte which is basically a latte with vanilla cold foam. Not too sweet and…read morefulfills the coffee fix. Good for a quick coffee if in the area. Food options include acai and pastries, they also have some pressed juices and smoothies. They use a combination on monin, Torani, and housemate syrups. Pleasant customer service Plenty of parking in a grocery store lot. No public restroom! Very limited barstool seating. They do have wifi. Somewhat of a longer wait, about 20 minutes You can order online and join the rewards program via text for 20% off your first order.

Had a sample of one of their coffees at an event and knew I had to come by to try some of their…read moreother lattes. Upon walking in, the barista was friendly and open to answering any and all questions. Ambiance was also great and fit the name of the cafe and its vibes. For the drinks, we got an iced toffee latte and the kepania, which is their version of a spanish latte. I liked the toffee latte more cause it had bits of toffee in it but I also liked the spanish latte as it tasted lighter than the toffee latte. It gave the drinks more of a balance when I started taking sips from both of them. I do really like how the top layer of the lattes were blue, which gives off a great aesthetic. The only downside for me was that the toffee latte lost a good amount of its flavor after some of the ice melted-- some cafes still have a strong coffee taste even after the ice melts & that's usually what I like as far as preference. As for the sunbliss blend smoothie, it definitely had that taste of the 100% real fruit in it and was a refreshing drink to sip on when I walked at the beach. It's a plus for this cafe for having plenty of options between drinks and bites!

5/21/26 Cute, cozy coffee shop facing E. Coast Hwy offering trendy drinks, chill vibes, friendly…read moreservice. Got me a hot sugar free vanilla oat milk latte, and it was ready in a jiffy. I just wanted to sit, sip & chill with my crossword puzzle for a bit & maybe watch the world go by. Parking at the rear, free. The restrooms are independent of the shop by the parking lot, got the key from the barista. My latte was average, lacked depth but the ambiance & chill vibes was really nice. A medium size at $8.14, no extra charge for the substitution, a plus. Good experience.

This is my husband's review and I am posting the same:…read more We were hopeful as we were cruising through Newport for some delicious coffee and a treat. Food: cookies were great, a little high priced but to be expected for a gourmet cookie Newport. Service: the cashier didn't know any answers for any of our very simple menu questions. Her response was "I don't know". Cashier failed to tell they were out of two of their primary ingredients until we tried to order drinks - out of stock of coconut for their featured yacht latte, and out of stock of vanilla, which I feel a coffee shop should never be out of stock of. The barista making drinks made them quickly. Ambience: nice and quaint and perfect for Newport. We paid $38 for two med size drinks and three cookies. Cold brew was not very good. The girl suggested to me that the mocha would be bitter, so I shouldn't order it half sweet when in fact, I ordered it normal based on her suggestion and it was very sweet. I would not recommend this coffee shop. There are others in close proximity that might be better.

In town and looking for the best restaurant on Balboa Island and Yelpers steered me here with that…read moremost amazing pic of the ceviche!!! And it came out looking EXACTLY as I'd hoped: so beautiful and fresh and delicious- and the service is so charming as well! I had a break in my workweek so I hopped a ride to the Island to explore- walked down Marine and then headed here for solo lunch- I'm so glad I did! When you only have a 3 hour window on your work trip, you want to make it count ;) The ceviche and spicy margarita were fantastic (see pic) - I sat outside and then walked down the block to the ferry (for $4 you can ride across the inlet to the pier and back in just a few minutes) Todos Santos really made my week!

Le sigh (sorry, my elder emo coming out). Todos Sandos was a 3 star/"OK" stop on a recent trip to…read moreSoCal. Located just down the street from the Balboa Ferry, it's an easy walk. Nice looking spot with plenty of outdoor seating. All the staff we interacted with were very friendly. So why just 3 stars? The food was just eh. If I had more hours in California I would have made up for the lackluster food by making a trip to HB's Tacos Los Cholos. I had the recommended Enchiladas Suizas. When my plate came out I knew immediately it would be just ok. The enchiladas didn't even look saucy. The refried beans looked (and tasted) like canned beans. The rice was very boring. The tinga chicken, somehow, was dry. My wife had the tostada salad. It was like $26 because of the $10 add on of steak. $26 for the most gringo thing on the menu. Best part of it was the steak, the rest will be repressed from my memory. A friend had the taco trio. $19 for 3 tacos and no sides. That's pretty steep. He didn't even finish the 3 tacos. He had the short rib, al pastor and carnitas. None of them looked very good. I had a pinch of his short rib meat. It tasted like grandma's Sunday pot roast. And just like the tinga chicken it was also dry. My wife's strawberry marg was quite good. The beer menu was very basic. Gotta step it up. When the free chips and salsa, and add on steak are the highlights of the dinner you know that the place needs help.

I love this spot! Any time I'm at Balboa I have to get the iced hibiscus tea. It's so tasty and…read morerefreshing and love the Ducks memorabilia on the wall. A fun local staple!

Cute coffee shop right on Marine Ave! Great location amongst all the shops and people walking…read morearound. Very modern, minimal concept once you're inside. They have a very straightforward menu offering your basic drinks, and few signature lattes, and some seasonal options as well. I tried the Hazelnut Latte and it was good. Strong coffee taste to it which I liked. They also offer pastries. The inside has a few spots for sitting, but not a ton. Overall, it's a solid coffee shop.

I have been on a Vietnamese coffee kick and when I yelped Vietnamese coffee near me, this place…read morepopped up. Coffee was delicious! I like that you could buy singles and the cream that was kind of cool. The location is in a nice area of Newport and the inside was very clean.(and busy) and the outside was gorgeous. I will say I'm still giving it a five star review, but the service was not very friendly at all. I always expect places with a more unique menu to ask you if you have any questions, I knew exactly what I was getting the VTM (and I wish it came in a three XL). I guess I was just hoping for more personability and a you're welcome.... Overall, when on vacation next year, I will certainly be getting another coffee.

Blk Dot is a solid coffee shop. They boast a great independent coffee shop vibe and an upscale feel…read moreto the place, while also capitalizing on a wide offering of Vietnamese Coffee, which is something a lot of independent coffee shops don't offer. The service here was quick and concise, the baristas were friendly and helpful with ordering and were exactly what you should expect from a craft coffee shop. There wasn't anything overtly special about the mocha that I ordered. It was a bit chocolate heavy and the coffee flavor didn't push through much at all, but every place does it a bit different. It wasn't bad by any means! We didn't try any food or pastries, but the offerings all looked pretty good. I'd definitely recommend checking them out if you want a good coffee joint in the area.

Egg sandwich with the MANA BREAD was so buttery with a loaded amount of eggs!! The bacon was thin…read morebut pretty crispy and the bread was very fluffy. It felt like an English muffin with more pillowy thickness. The COFFEE and KNOCK KNOCK FLIGHT is a must. Each flavor is unique and delicious! I expected a sugar overload with random coffee pairings but the thoughtfulness behind the flight is appreciated. The drinks were different types of espresso to milk ratios with little to no sweetness to balance out each flavor of knock knock! I don't want to spoil it but this spot is not just popular for its prime location and its knock knocks should be famous cause I will be back at their front door.

Wow! The trip exceeded my expectations. The egg sandwich on their special bread was absolutely…read moreperfect. A good amount of buttery eggs and crispy bacon wrapped in light and fluffy bread. The flight of coffee with the pastries was so much fun! Or only do you get sample many different knock knock flavors, but you also get to try a nice variety of hot and cold coffee. The pairings are also well done in that they do actually complement one another. The restaurant is clean and the service was great! We grabbed some cinnamon rolls to go which we'll have tomorrow morning. They look and smell amazing. This place is worth a visit!

Absolutely obsessed with this little gem in Corona del Mar…read more Rose Bakery is the kind of spot you go once... and immediately start planning your next visit. Everything feels so fresh, cozy, and thoughtfully made. The pastries are unreal (you can taste the quality), and the coffee is always perfect. It's the sweetest place to slow down, catch up with a friend, or just enjoy a quiet morning. Their food is amazing!!! They also have the best smoothies and a spectacular Easter brunch!! If you're in CDM, this is a must-stop

I first tried this place back in 2020. My usual order is the breakfast burrito, and occasionally…read moreI'll pick up some donuts or other pastry items. The Experience: * Atmosphere: The place is really cute and has nice outdoor seating. * Service: The workers are friendly, which makes for a pleasant visit. * The Food: To be honest, the food didn't blow me away. The shop looks nicer than the food actually tastes. * Value & Logistics: The prices are just okay, and the parking can be a bit tight. Final Verdict: Three stars isn't bad--it just means this is an "average Joe" spot. It's a place I'd still come to occasionally, but it isn't at the top of my list for a standout meal.

Whenever I go to a coffee shop, only either the food is good and the drinks are ehh and vice versa…read morebut WOW Salty Horse really set the bar for me! I treated my cousin out for an early birthday celebration and we both got a matcha and we shared a sandwich! They have a special drink menu right now and i'll leave that for you guys to go see for yourself ;) The outside is a pretty Barn vibe and there is indoor and outdoor seating! (i recommend the outside area!) we got a number and the workers brought our food to us but for drinks we had go pick up inside after calling out our names The food was amazing and the workers were all friendly! Food and drinks: 10/10 I will definitely be coming back for the breakfast as it looks amazing!! (Parking is also a little hard so try to go early!)

My coworkers and I got together for the summer and one of them suggested this place. It sounded…read moreintriguing so we agreed to go. There are a few things to consider when coming here. Parking. There is a parking lot, but it is tiny and seems like it's always full. Plan on street parking in the vicinity. They are busy (long line out the door) and there are limited seating. You wait in line to order first and the area leading to the counter is tight so people do a u-turn to get back out the way they went in. It was also very muggy this afternoon and they only had a fan running inside so I was sweating so much. It was not a pleasant experience. There's a small bar area to the right and a few tables that are oddly placed behind the nook of the doors. It's got a cute country meets beach city vibe and the decorations inside reflect that. There is more seating outside, but like I said, it's kind of limited. We luckily got a table after about 4-5 minutes, but we were kind of standing near the trash can for a bit trying to figure out what to do. It's a very tiny space/lot and with how popular it is, it's too cramped for me. With all the cyclospora stuff going on, I'm very hesitant to eat out lately and if I do, I stick to all the fried foods. I ended up getting their popular Hawaiian Cowboy Latte (iced) which was good, but the walnut milk was unexpectedly thick/decadent. I normally drink my coffee black or I do cold brew, but it has honey too so it was sweeter. I think it was too much milk for my liking. If I went back, I'd prob try their affogato. That sounded good too. I also ordered the campfire french toast. It was good. In hindsight, the coffee plus the sweet french toast was too much sweet in one sitting. It was still good and I finished it. My other coworkers got an avocado toast and the trojan horse bowl. Those looked good too and they enjoyed it. Overall, it was good and the ambience is nice, but it's overpriced for what it was. The parking and lack of seating is definitely a turn off for me. If there was more room it would be cool, but the layout was not what I had anticipated. It looked bigger in the photos other people had posted. The staff is friendly so that was nice. I'm glad I went and tried it out though.