So yummy! First time here!…read more I got the medium size in a cup with two flavors. ($6.75) unfortunately they don't allow two flavors for the small size. Coffee Chocolate Chip Perfect coffee flavor and the chocolate chips are tiny, thin, square pieces that just melt in your mouth. I usually don't prefer chocolate chips in my ice cream because it can be so hard in contrast with the ice cream. However, the shape of these chocolate chips makes it melt so much faster and it makes the overall ice cream texture much more enjoyable to eat. Salty Caramel Truffle This was also delicious! However, it was too sweet for my liking. Younger me would have loved it at this sugar level though! Great flavor but just wish it was less sweet. It's caramel though, so the sweetness was kind of expected. Samples I also tried a couple samples. They are quite generous with the amount. Orange Dream Cream - this was ok. Maybe I'll just wasn't feeling like eating a fruity, sorbet flavor. Horchata - this was a pass for me. The flavor was not strong enough. Staff members were super friendly and very helpful! They were also very patient as I decided which flavors I wanted. Inside Very cold! Bring a jacket if you will stay a while to decide like I did lol. It's also HUGE inside! I've never been to such a big ice cream store. They have so many flavors to choose from too! I would go back to try other flavors!

came to handels after dinner on a weekday and it was nice! a few customers but no line. the worker…read morewho took care of us was super friendly!! he offered his recommendations and also let us try any flavor we wanted. i always love to try out flavors i havent tried before. and handels has sooooo many so i feel like i will never be able to catch up. which is not a bad thing :) i was trying out raspberry flavors but decided on the orange dream cream bc it is one of my favorite flavors. we took our ice cream and ate it outside! lots of outdoor seating around. its quite relaxing. though shortly after, there were kids running around being a lil rowdy but overall, an enjoyable time

the drinks were amazing and the guy working the counter was the sweetest person ever.read more

Started by being greeted by the friendliest man offering free samples to taste the base of the rice…read moreyogurt dessert. Both the vanilla and coconut bases were perfect. The hard part was choosing which item to get. My wife and I settled on the honeydew parfait and it's exactly what we wanted. Perfect flavor in every bite. You can tell my the high level of customer service and honesty that the same level of dedication is placed towards the preparation of the food. Although we only tried the desserts we noticed the hot food menu with chicken wings and kabobs, etc. and we are definitely coming back for some. There's even a cool arcade machine and board game cabinet to hang out with friends. Business owner said there are no customers here, only family- and it's very true

The food was great (crispy chicken tacos!) The service was…read moreawesome! Edwin was our server and he was so fun and accommodating:) Also, Ben just added to the whole experience to make it special! I would also like to thank Melissa, she was so personable:) Thanks for making our night out so special! Karen & Dwight

I visited Carmelita's Kitchen in Rancho Santa Margarita last night with a group of friends, and the…read moreexperience was outstanding. Our server, Chris, was absolutely exceptional. One member of our group has serious food allergies, and Chris went above and beyond to ensure everything was handled properly. He personally spoke with the kitchen, returned with detailed questions, relayed our concerns back to the chefs, and even came back a second time with additional questions from the kitchen team. His attention to detail, professionalism, and genuine concern gave us complete confidence that our friend would be safe. When the food arrived, everything was fantastic. I ordered Carmelita's Combo with the chicken enchilada topped with mole sauce and the corn on the cob. The enchilada was cooked perfectly, the mole had excellent flavor, and the corn was delicious. Every dish at the table received rave reviews. Great food, excellent service, and a team that truly cares about its guests. A special thank you to Chris for making our evening memorable. We are already looking forward to coming back soon.

I go to Sabr so many times and the staff is wonderful and so kind! There are plenty of seating…read moreoptions but the outlets are a bit limited so I would just come in with your device fully charged. I had their Ube sesame latte and coffee cake and both are very delicious. I've also had their cheesecakes and they taste really fresh as well! Can't wait to try more of their seasonal drinks :)

I really like the concept of Sabr Coffee House. It's located inside a mosque and I think that makes…read moreit a unique place to visit. There are also a few other businesses inside, including BK Grill if you are looking to grab a meal before or after your coffee. In addition, there is plenty of places where you can sit, work, chat, or study. The prices are a little on the higher side, but the comfortable atmosphere and spacious seating help make up for it. My friends and I ordered a kettle of Kashmiri chai to try. Service was good and the chai came out in a few minutes. Unfortunately, the chai was disappointing. The color looked great, and I was expecting a rich flavor of chai, but it ended up tasting very watery. Honestly speaking, it was more like hot water rather than a tea. We ended up forcing ourselves to finish the kettle before heading home. I was quite disappointed because I had high hopes. However, I am willing to give it a second chance and try a different drink on their menu and hope for a better experience because Ilike the atmosphere and the overall concept of the place.

very good service and is really good customer service and I am very impressed by the service and…read morethe quality

Great service! Cookies were ready on time, taste was delicious. Probably my favorite locationread more

I stopped into Chocolate Bliss while desperately needing some help with a custom gift for a large…read morecompany event. I was greeted by Al, the incredibly kind and warm owner who was nothing but helpful! Great communication, great price, and a beautiful end result that guests couldn't stop talking about! Chocolate Bliss is now a favorite after-dinner stop for me and my entire extended family. My kids get so excited to come see Mr. Al, who always has a smile and something for them to try! Chocolate Bliss--great for your next event, occasion, or just a random Tuesday!

Charming vibe, sweet service -- but custom drinks miss the mark…read more Chocolate Bliss is undeniably cute. The decor is cozy and thoughtfully done, and it feels like a place designed for a relaxed dessert-and-coffee moment. The staff is where this place shines. Everyone I interacted with was warm, patient, and genuinely kind. They're knowledgeable about their menu and very open to making custom drinks, which is always appreciated. That said, my experience fell short when it came to execution. I ordered a chocolate mocha, and while they were happy to make it, the result tasted more like watered-down coffee with syrup than a rich, well-balanced mocha. At nearly $9, I was expecting something more indulgent and cohesive. My advice: Chocolate Bliss seems best enjoyed when you stick to their signature or most popular menu items. The atmosphere and service are there -- with more consistency on custom drinks, this could easily become a go-to spot.

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!

Despite all the negative reviews I decided to try Cookie Plug since my family and I love cookies!…read more The cookies here are big and thick almost like hockey pucks. Seriously at first I mistakenly thought the name of the store was Cookie Puck (instead of plug) Lol!! It would be a fitting name. When I arrived around 4:30pm (they open at noon) they still had all their flavors and the cookies were fresh being baked that day. The cookie style here is a soft, thick buttery cookie. Some reviews complain about the grease And that's a fair critique since all my cookies were a bit greasy - but that's from all the butter inside them which also makes them soft. If you ask (when I was here the employee protectively offered) they will warm up the cookies for you in the oven which gives them an ooey gooey taste which was amazing! They also have a fridge of drinks like milk & chocolate milk. The best part about Cookie Plug is the unique variety of cookies. I got the S'mores (called Firecracker even though there's nothing spicy about it), a Red Velvet Oreo stuffed cookie called Good Luv and The Pink Elephant which is Strawberry Cheesecake favored and ended up being my favorite despite me traditionally preferring S'mores cookies. Overall I'd give the cookie taste a 3.5. The cookies are 600 calories each and cost $5 a cookie which is a gut punch x2! They do have specials and I got a 4 pack of cookies for $17. Too bad there's no bulk discount on the calories!!! Will Cookie Plug replace Milk & Cookies as my top cookie store in OC? No! But at the same time, I don't think it deserves the low reviews as the cookies are good (albeit not great), the ambiance is fun & hip and the service was friendly!

I was shocked to login and see this place. Had such a low review... The cookies were amazing…read more.. Almost like Crumbl meets the streets. The service was great; very informative. And I love the ambience, way more than the cookie cutter alternative. Will definitely be returning for that strawberry cheesecake cookie! Bringing them home, putting them in the oven and topping them with ice cream was definitely the way to go also. Can't wait to try their lemonade next time.

Highly recommend this boba shop! The owners are super kind and the shop itself is so welcoming…read more They have arcade games, and plenty of board games as well. The dinks I ordered were the blended thai tea and the house special both with boba. For snacks I ordered the motzerella sticks and the sesame balls both were such a hit! Glad i'm local because i'll be back often.

Favorite boba spot in RSM. Always quick, always tasty, always clean, prices are a little high but…read moreotherwise great spot in town.

I am sooooo sad that Cookie Co. closed down! I hope they are able to reopen somewhere else in the…read morefuture because they had the best cookies. So sad!!!

Cookie Co. is a popular cookie shop that operates exactly like Crumbl Cookies and rotates flavors…read moreevery Monday. Each week they have 6 offerings, although from the selections I have seen, they aren't as creative as Crumbl, however the cookies are just as big and similar texture wise. Cookies are priced at $5 a cookie or $4.50 when you order a 4 or 6 pack. I ordered their signature chocolate chip (a soft and buttery cookie with semi-sweet & milk chocolate chips), cookies and cream (buttery cookie with white chocolate chips and Oreo pieces, topped with a cream cheese frosting swirl), and a hostess cupcake (rich cocoa cookie stuffed with marshmallow cream and topped with a chocolate glaze). Overall all the cookies were good, although Crumbl's chocolate chip cookie is better. Out of all the cookies I tried my favorite was the cookies and cream. They are open every day of the week, whereas Crumbl is closed on Sundays.