We came upon this lovely cafe thanks to Yelp as we searched for a dog friendly spot for a quick…read morebite. It was busy with customers and we had to wait for a bit. However when it was our turn to order -we were met with a kind smile and genuine interest in our pup. As such we were made welcome and that's a big plus! We ordered sandwiches and coffee - delicious and fresh. The server who I believe is the owner came with free turkey bacon for our pup who is also named Lola. He shared that they have a portrait of their Lola on the wall and was with them for 17 years! Should have taken pics of the food but I will leave with a pic of our Lola

When you go here, it is such a warm atmosphere, you don't want to leave! This place is truly…read moresomething special. The food is consistently delicious, and the pastries are absolutely amazing--always fresh and hard to resist. What really sets this place apart, though, is the service. The owners, Matt and Ava, are often there themselves, making sure everything runs smoothly and that every customer feels taken care of. They are incredibly warm, personable, and genuinely invested in creating a great experience. I've had the pleasure of watching Lola's grow over nearly a decade, and it's been amazing to see how they've built such a loyal community. They're not just a local café--they're part of the neighborhood, always involved and making everyone feel like family. I'm a very happy, loyal customer and can't recommend Lola's enough.

I love this place! It does get busy - line out the door just - on weekends but when you go there…read moreyou'll see why. This is a serious coffee place. Like they weigh out the espresso for the drinks type of place. I enjoyed my cold brew and latte and the matcha looked great too. The vibe is clean and cute. They also have some pretty great merch for sale. I really love that there's a Scandinavian coffee spot in south OC - I didn't know what i was missing until they opened.

What a cute quaint lil cafe in LR!…read more There's indoor and outdoor seating and the service is super fast and friendly. We tried their bruntoast, oatmeal, carrot cake. Also the Scandinavian coffee and strawberry latte. They adjusted sweetness on request and also had alt milks. Everything was splendid. A beautiful cafe to spend a lovely morning, afternoon having breakfast or brunch.

This is my #1 favorite new establishment in all of Ladera! They have the best assortment of toasts,…read morematcha, and lattes in the game. Not to mention their amazing açaí bowls, pressed juices, and an incredible staff that is so welcoming! Ladera Ranch needed this spot so badly. If you don't come to toastique, you are missing out big time!!!

It is Super RARE for me to write a review while at the given business. How rare you might ask?!…read moreWell, more rare than you seeing a BIG FOOT. But this cafe deserves it! The PB crunch toast is everything that you can imagine and then some. It is delicious! The latte was HOT and paired perfectly with the toast. I asked the kind barista if I can switch the toast with sourdough which she kindly said yes. The service was friendly and fast. The manager acknowledged the customers. The ambiance is so cute and homey. Some of that Big chains especially the one that the name starts with Star and ends with Bucks should come here and learn how they should operate.....Lol I will be dreaming about this toast for Thousands years to come..... TRIPLE bookmark it!!!!!

I am writing to report a very disappointing experience my family and I recently had at the 25612…read moreCrown Valley Parkway Ladera Ranch, CA location. The evening before my brother's fiancée's birthday, my parents and I visited the store to order a cake for the celebration. We were assisted by an employee named Aiden. From the beginning, he showed little to no customer service--there was no greeting, friendliness, or engagement during the interaction. Despite this, we continued with the order and specifically requested a fresh cake to be picked up the following day at 3:00 PM. The next day, when my mother and brother went to pick up the cake, my mother noticed that the display cake that had been in the case the previous evening was no longer there. She asked Aiden if the cake he gave them was the display cake. Instead of responding, he simply stared at her and did not answer the question. My brother also noticed the lack of basic customer service and found the interaction very strange and unprofessional. Later that day, we brought the cake home and served it during the celebration. As soon as we cut into it, everyone noticed the cake was very different and tasted horrible. It tasted stale and dry. The strawberries were very mushy and smelled spoiled. None of us finished our cake slices and still have a large portion remaining. The following day, I called the store to explain the situation. A female employee answered the phone and told me she was busy with customers but would call me back shortly to sort out the issue. About 30 minutes later, I received a call back, and it was Aiden again. I explained everything that happened, but once again he showed no concern, empathy, or professionalism. When I asked about my mother's question regarding whether the cake was the display cake, he claimed he "didn't hear" her question. He did not apologize for the experience and simply offered a free slice of cake as compensation. My family and I have purchased cakes from this location several times before and have always enjoyed both the quality of the cakes and the customer service. In fact, my family has owned restaurants and businesses ourselves, so we understand very well how important customer service and quality are in the hospitality industry. This is not the way customers should be treated, which is why this experience was so disappointing to us. This is the first time we have ever had to complain. We were very surprised that a cake we specifically requested to be fresh tasted bad and have been displayed for days. Aiden also mentioned that cakes and pastries can remain out for up to two days, which was concerning given the quality we experienced. We truly loved this location and had always enjoyed coming here in the past. Unfortunately, what could have been a small issue turned into a very negative experience due to the lack of professionalism, communication, and customer care from the manager on duty. Because of this experience, my family and I will no longer be returning to this location in the future. I hope this issue can be addressed so other customers do not experience the same situation.

When I lived in Irvine, I was spoiled by the prevalence of Asian bakeries. Moving to South County…read morehas definitely limited my options, but so glad that a Paris Baguette has opened a location in Ladera Ranch. The inside is so bright, airy and clean with plenty of seating options. I love that it's near Stater Bros, so I can easily grab groceries and pick up a treat for myself because some days, you just need something sweet. The pastries are clearly labeled with a short description. It's nice that they include a list of ingredients, which I find helpful for those who may have allergens that is often overlooked or just as a nice to know. Every time I pick up a tray, I feel compelled to fill it, but I try to limit to 2-3 items. Occasionally, we'll splurge with a half dozen haha. Some of our favorites have been palmier, milk bread, fruit tart and egg tarts. For savory items, I love the pastry frank and curry croquette. It seems like they started expanding more of their menu with seasonal items such as such as pizettas and fall vibes with biscoff and pumpkin flavored things. In a recent trip, I was interested in trying the cherry danish, but I apparently picked up the blueberry instead. The cashier offered to swap it out and explained the nuances in design that differentiated the two options, but I declined since I liked blueberry. That just means I have to go back!

Authentic on another level! Mi Casita Arepas at the Kp Irvine Farmers Market Weds. They also have…read moreothers you can try out. I substituted the cheese for mozzarella today. Looks great right?

So delicious! They come to the farmers market in Dana Point on Saturdays. Had it for the first time…read morea few weekends ago and it's so good! Went back today. Definitely recommend!

First time trying Board & Brew , glad we did ! We went on a…read moreThursday night because they had some live Music , Jimmy was his name and he also works at Ten Mile Brewing in Ladera . He sang a bunch of different Genres, he was so good ! We sat out on the patio , they are dog friendly as well . We had the Italian sub which was great, chips and the blond beer not sure of the name but it was refreshing. Just a really fun time ! It did get very busy so get there earlier when they have music or may not find a seat.

Board & Brew totally came through today Ordered the California Delight (no sprouts) and it was SO…read moregood -- fresh, flavorful, perfectly balanced, and honestly just one of those sandwiches that hits every time. What really stood out though was the customer service. I accidentally placed my order for the wrong time (classic me ), and the staff was incredibly accommodating and fixed it without any hassle. Super appreciated how kind and easy they were about it. Great food + genuinely helpful people = exactly why I keep coming back.

I've gone to multiple Starbucks around the area and BY FAR this experience surpasses all others…read more I've tried all the cold foams and so I asked my cashier DIEGO to choose what cold foam to get with my cold brew. Not only was he energetic, and excited, but his recommendation was fire. Thank You Diego!

No issues. Placed my order went to the bathroom and came out. Waited a few minutes and looked up my…read moreorder was there. Lots of room here but not a lot of seats available as it was Sunday morning and almost all seats were taken. My daughter wanted her favorite strawberry açaí lemonade.

Well I went this morning to get a platter breakfast no combo and it included - scrambled eggs ,…read morebacon that I asked to be extra crispy ( didn't get it that way ) as well as four strips of French toast ) they were SO HARD I could barely eat them , I threw them away not worth the calories since they were OVER COOKED, see my video and pic. As well as the hash brown which was fine . 1. Customer service was ok 4/5 not over friendly didn't ask if I wanted anything else, didn't give my receipt which I always want for my FETCH points . 2. Food . Eggs 4-5 little over cooked you can see some brown areas on the eggs . 3. Hash browns 5-5 4. Bacon 3-5 not crispy as all 5. French Toast 1-5 completely over cooked hard as a rock . Tossed not happy / what happened to the yummy pancakes ? Ok well my breakfast will come from Trabuco Jack in the Box from now on they get it right every time . As for lunch or dinners this location gets it right so I am not going to down this location they Just missed the point today !!

My local Mickey D's around the corner. Love that it's close by for those Big Mac and salty fries…read morecravings! Breakfast is always a treat with their Buy 1, Add One For $1 deals. Don't sleep on them Happy Meals or Seasonal Collab Meal Deals. (Can't wait for the McGrinch Meal coming!) This restaurant is clean inside and crew appear to be happy. The attendant who deliver the food for those drive-in orders always have a smile and are polite. Also, this branch has a kids play area so it's always a hit. Drive through is a breeze with mobile orders but there are always some who don't have the app? And place their orders via the menu board and pay at the first window. No big deal. All in all great service all around and super glad this is here in my area. *No pics as we inhaled our breakfast as we got thangs to do!