Penelope's Perfections

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Alena F.

We absolutely loved our wedding cake from Penelope's Perfections! We opted for two layers of white cake with buttercream and fruit and the bottom layer of salted caramel chocolate ganache. It was DELICIOUS! So light and wonderful. We had them dress the cake on site with fresh florals and were stunned with the simple and elegant design. They were like secret agents, they came, set up the cake, decorated and were out without anyone even seeing them come by. Just surprise! Your cake is here and it's beautiful! Such professional and wonderful service. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a beautiful and delicious cake!!

Ashley M.

I can not say enough positive things about Penelope's Perfections cakes. My husband and I tried a handful of bakeries in the Costa Mesa and Newport area for our wedding. Penelope's cakes were hands down the best tasting. We had a summer wedding and chose their white cake with passion fruit filling and dark chocolate cake with espresso filling. One was light, sweet and tart the other rich and chocolatey. All of our guests talked about how that was the best wedding cake they tried. My mother-in-law recently had a very last minute court wedding. She went back and forth on the idea of having a cake or not. So 1 day prior to her deciding when she was getting married I reached out to Penelope's perfections. I knew my request could possibly be declined seeing that it was 24 hrs notice. They said no problem we got you. They were so sweet about it. So one picture is our wedding cake and the other is my mother in laws. She got a white cake with the white, milk and dark chocolate.

Brianna M.

Thank you so much Penny! My husband and I loved that our dream wedding cake came to a reality. Really amazing and delicious

White Cake w Passion Fruit Curd & Passion Fruit Bavarian Creme + Chocolate Truffle Cake w Salted Caramel & Rich Chocolate Ganache Filling

Ordering our wedding cake from Penelope's Perfections was an amazing decision! If you're considering a bakery in the area schedule a tasting so you can taste their all butter cakes. Their cakes are really good and light. The team is professional, patient, and you can even taste all their flavors if you want to for a small fee per tasting. They have so many options- we totally did just that and it was awesome. Communication is amazing and making payments for the cake tastings and wedding cake was really easy via email. The shop is super cute, delivery was smooth sailing, and it's in a pretty cool area if you wanna grab a beer or a coffee nearby to discuss what you just tasted. I'll be ordering my anniversary cakes from here year after year.

A look at the inside of a slice of the Tiramisu cake

Absolutely incredible cake and knowledge in the craft of baking. My wife found Penelope's perfections online, after we had done a tasting with our wedding venue's preferred vendors/ baker and found that baker's samples way too sweet and egregious frosting to cake proportions. Upon arrival, Penelope's is not what we expected from a typical baker, where you simply walk in, select pastries behind a glass case, and walk out with some goods, but rather are appointment based, to service events such as our wedding. So I'd you're looking around Yelp for a baker, know that it's not a walk-in business as many bakeries are. That said, Penelope's not only taught us a thing or 2 about cakes, but elevated our standard and taste buds that much more! What makes Penelope's stand out far above the countless others our there is that they make their cakes without oil, but instead use a very specific type of butter. Although in doing so, the cakes do not have that glossy look we are accustomed to, and thus, more dry, they are by no means dry at all. The cakes, as result, are more dense, have more texture, and overall, far more flavorful. I can honestly say that despite the years I've spent searching for something close to the best cake I ever had from 20 years ago elsewhere, I have never had anything like what they make at Penelope's, and I would even think twice now, about what cake is my favorite between that one from 20 years ago and the 3-tier tiramisu cake we had for our wedding. We had hired Penelope's for our wedding cake, as well as our dessert bar, and what they provided for us was nothing short of extraordinary. Since we hired them for our wedding, it was expected the price to be considerably steeper than what you would pay for a party, but I would highly recommend what Penelope's offers at least once in your life and bless your palate with something special. We, on the other hand, will definitely order more from them for future occasions, with at least their mini desserts.

Vanilla cake with strawberry and blueberry whip cream filling

Sandy R.

Exquisite!!! According to my daughter in law it was the best cake she's ever had! I too thought it was an amazing. After some research and calling around I decided to go with Penelope's Perfections for my son's wedding cake They were able to create the style my daughter in law liked and were able to deliver it to the venue early in the morning. I set up everything thru email with the bakery, I was provided a detailed contract, and responses were always swift. It was a seamless transaction, and I never worried about whether it be delivered on time or damaged.

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Erin C.

I was SO excited to get this DoorDash order because I have been searching high and low for a bakery that uses butter, not oil, for their cakes and Swiss meringue, my absolute favorite frosting! We got married at The Montage and their pastry chef KILLED it with our wedding cake (butter cake with Swiss buttercream) and I've been looking for something similar here in CA ever since. Upon opening the bag I was shocked to see just how small the slice was. Photo attached for reference. It was like half the slice was missing, not a particularly long or thick cut. Definitely not what I'm used to but hey, I'll pay for perfection. I dug in and then came my second shock, salt! Full disclosure, I'm salt sensitive, but still. This was chocolate fudge, not salted caramel. The third shock was the frosting. After trying the frosting, I can understand why another reviewer called it "slime." To be clear, it was not greasy, just a very thin, loose mouthfeel. Swiss buttercream should be thick and creamy & this was neither. I still have two cupcakes and another slice of cake but I'm not inclined to even try them at this point. Cupcakes are also smaller than your average, say Sprinkles cupcake. Packaging for the cupcakes was super cute. At this point, I think I'm going to try to bribe the Montage to make me a cake

The team at Penelope's Perfections made the most amazing wedding cake for our fall 2024 wedding. We were drawn to Penelope's because of their use of Swiss meringue buttercream, which perfectly accented their delicious flavors and fillings without being overly sweet. We really enjoyed our informative tasting with them and loved the individual cakes we got to bring home with us. The day of our wedding the team at Penelope's Perfections was timely and delivered the cake exactly how we had discussed. Months later I am still dreaming about our delicious cake and can't wait to visit them again for events in the future!

Hanna J.

I ordered a 9" red velvet cake for my spooky themed birthday and the cake was absolutely delicious. We got so many compliments & Penelope's was incredibly responsive. We'd definitely order again! Heads up, they aren't joking when they say to leave the cake out HOURS. We picked it up at around 11:30am and left it out till cake cutting at 10pm. It was absolutely perfect. Their directions were very clear and they realllyy emphasize how important it is to let it sit. I'm leaving 4 stars instead of 5 because I feel like the design, as simple as it was, could've been a little more- spookier? I would've preferred the red drips to have a little more oomph. However their work is primarily weddings so understandable that spooky isn't exactly their style.

My beautiful wedding cake! Vanilla with raspberry filling!

Gina R.

Everything from communication to the tasting to the final product was perfect. Would definitely come back for other cakes!

Betty R.

Cake is delicious, a little high on the price but you can tell why. You can tell it's quality ingredients. When I read the reviews I was a bit skeptical, but soon realized that it's basically people not following directions. The staff is friendly and welcoming and they let you know SEVERAL TIMES that the cake needs to sit out for AT LEAST 4 HOURS in order to get that creamy, moist buttercream frosting and cake. I also put my leftovers in the fridge and it did exactly what the instructions said, it's stiff and the cake is crumbly. Even in that state I enjoyed the cake, but it was definitely worth waiting for it to get to room temperature and taste the difference. I also purchased a strawberry cupcake, cause I was curious, and it was also very good. Real strawberries you can see, and you can also notice the vanilla bean specks in the vanilla cake. Will totally order from here again.

The cake and service both were fabulous! I loved the raspberry filling inside the chocolate cake. We will be back!!

Heather R.

I've never been a huge fan of cake because most have that overly processed, sickly sweet frosting. This cake is absolutely nothing like that. They use quality ingredients and it shines through in the flavor (if you have to let a cake sit out 4+ hours before serving for the butter to soften, you know it's going to be an incredible cake)! We've now had them for our wedding cake, our little anniversary cake a year later (this comes with your wedding cake and is so much better than that tradition where you freeze the top of the cake an entire year and then pretend it still tastes good...ew), and two cakes for a birthday party. All of them have been delicious and people always ask us where these amazing cakes are from. The lemon raspberry is by far my favorite, but the lemon and red velvet are also wonderful (I don't think you can go wrong with any flavor they have). I can't wait until we have another excuse to have Penelope's decadent cakes and if you have any reason to celebrate this place is 100% worth ordering from.

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Christina S.

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I'm disappointed in this business primarily since I am not successful in trying anything. I've tried calling several times with no answer (yelp and google confirmed business should be open) in addition to walking in at least 2 times during the week for at least 5 minutes each time with no one there to help. I follow them on IG and wanted to get a few confections but my attempts have been in vain. I cannot attest to the quality of these perfections and would have hoped to but I gave up after several unsuccessful events. read more

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Penny G.

Thank you Christina! We are so sorry you have not been able to reach…

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Jessica S.

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8 years ago

Penelope's Perfections made a cake for our baby shower celebration at work and it was perfect. We ordered a chocolate cake with buttercream frosting. It was delicious! We kept it very simple and everyone loved it! The bakery even went the extra step to send me a picture of the cake before I arrived! Great customer service! *Cake topper ordered through Etsy. read more

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Alicia Veronica B.

3 years ago

This bakery makes the best customized cake. It was my first time to order from them. I sent them a photo of what I want the cake to look like and what flavor I wanted. I was definitely pleased with how it turned out. Not only did the cake look amazingly beautiful, it also tasted wonderful (Lemon cake with raspberry and Bavarian cream). It was flavorful and moist. I received so many compliments from all the guests. Thank you so much Penelope's Perfections for the beautiful and delicious cake read more

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Taryn G.

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5 years ago

Thank you for such an amazing cake and flavor!! Everyone loved the cake so much that we barely got a piece to take home!! I would definitely recommend this bakery to all! Such nice and helpful people who make the most beautiful and edible cakes!! read more

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Hannah-Joyce L.

6 years ago

I've had their cupcakes before and I've always loved it! Been wanting to order customized cake and they totally delivered. I saw this cake from their previous post and thought it was really cute and perfect for our birthday girl :) Not only was it cute but it was also delicious. I'm not a big fan of buttercream, I'm more of the whipped cream frosting, but this one was pretty good. Not too greasy or too thick. I ordered the fresh strawberry cream; the fruits were sweet and complemented the subtle sweetness of the cake. Overall, it was a beautiful cake and the birthday girl was very excited! read more

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L K.

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5 years ago

Penelope nailed my son's first birthday cake! We ordered a custom smash cake, beautifully designed from our creative discussions, and tasted ah-mazing! Watching my son eat and destroy his cake is now one of the happiest and funniest memories of our lives. I said all night it was the best $40 I've EVER spent! Thank you, Penelope! I can't wait to order more and more from you! *Backstory: I worked with Penelope to design my baby shower cake but it was to happen right when Covid first hit and not much was known. My doctor told me to cancel my shower, and thus the cake got canceled. I remember all of Penelope's hard work and wanted to give her business again as soon as I could. Now moved back to California and I can! read more

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Christine B.

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9 years ago

Delicious wedding cake was my planning priority for my wedding. Seriously, I had 3 cake tastings planned before I had even firmed up any other wedding plans. The absolute standout in cake was Penelope's Perfections. I couldn't stop thinking about the almond cake. My husband got a sugar hangover from every other bakery we tried. It was the easiest decision of our wedding planning. We are not alone in our love of this cake. The cake got complimented by everyone at the reception. It was as tasty as it was beautiful. We had an itty, bitty reception and a correspondingly small cake, but we were never made to feel unimportant with Penelope's Perfections. They made my cake dreams come true and I couldn't be more grateful to everyone we worked with through the process. read more

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Christine Y.

4 years ago

Penelope's Perfections created a cake that was visually stunning and equally delicious for our wedding. Penny worked with me on designing a custom made cake that perfectly captured the vision I had for my wedding cake. My husband and I got many compliments from our guests on not only the aesthetics of the cake but also how yummy the cake tasted. We will be booking Penelope's Perfections for our cake needs for all future events! read more

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Theodore L.

7 years ago

Ordered a custom planet/space themed cake for our son's first birthday party. Ordering was simple and pricing was very reasonable...Roderick took our order and personally waited on a Sunday (closed day) for us to pickup the cake! Cake was exactly what we wanted and tasted great. read more

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Susan M.

6 years ago

Ordered a small naked cake with a chocolate drip for my daughters baby shower. Ordered and paid over email. Picked it up (their little bakery is clean, cute and well kept wIth samples of their work) and off I went. I expected it to taste like any other store bought cake. But this cake was Gooooood! You can taste the quality ingredients! It was DELICIOUS! I will absolutely be back for the next event! Thank soo read more

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Anastasia S.

5 years ago

I purchased my bday cake from Penelope and everyone LOVED it! It tasted just a great as it was beautiful. I am now a life-long customer. Thank you, Penelope! read more

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Heather M.

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My husband and I were married 7/21/18 and Penelope's made our cake. Our AMAZING- I didn't know cake could be that spectacular- cake! I would recommend their services to any couple who wants the very best of customer care combined with artistry and culinary talent! Thank you Penelope's! read more

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Shal H.

5 years ago

Get the cake! Never have I been so enamored with a bakery. The details that go into each cake- from the ingredients, to how it is made, to the decorations- it is all perfection. Penelope and Rodrick made choosing this bakery for our wedding cake easy. Pricing was more than reasonable when you take into account the high quality ingredients and personalized service. Our guests are still raving about our cake (we did espresso cake with Kailua filling) 2 months later. Thank you Penelope's Perfections! read more

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Sonia Y.

7 years ago

Came across Penelope's Perfections on Yelp when I was looking for custom cakes. It was a last minute birthday cake for me. I came down from San Francisco to celebrate my birthday in Los Angeles. My parents live close by to them so I had my mom pick up the cake. They did exactly what I asked for, I wanted a baby pink cake with 24k gold flakes. Tasted amazing as well!! read more

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Samantha R.

3 years ago

Though service was nice I can honestly say the cake is not good. I got the red velvet slice and the cake was extremely dry, and the frosting was flavourless it just tasted liked whipped butter no sugar. Very disappointing. read more

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Penny G.

Hi Samantha, We tried reaching you directly to better explain our…

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Dona E.

6 years ago

Phenomenal cakes! I got my sister in laws birthday cake from her not only was it delicious and a complete hit! The naked look on the cake was gorgeous! Natural, fresh and delicious ingredients. My new go to cake shop! read more

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Layla A.

6 years ago

This is my second experience with them. Absolutely outstanding! I got a cake for my son's second birthday. It turned out to be exactly how I envisioned it if not even better. Last year, for my son's first birthday, I also got the cake from Penelope's Perfections. Although the cake was very lovely and delicious, lack of communicating some essential information resulted in me not being so thrilled with the experience. However, they followed up, apologized, and went above and beyond by offering me a free 6 inch cake for future use. I came back a year later and ordered my son's second birthday cake, and I could not be more happy or satisfied. I am especially impressed by their customer service, and how they applied the credit from last year without me even reminding them or asking for it. I highly recommend this bakery for special events and I will definitely use them again in the future. read more

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Audimar B.

7 years ago

Ordered a custom Harry Potter, Hufflepuff themed cake for my niece's 13th birthday. They sure delivered an awesome looking, and delicious tasting red velvet cake! 100% recommended! Will definitely order from Penelope's again! read more

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Susie B.

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5 years ago

So good! I love the strawberry buttercream the best. I wish every bakery made real buttercream frosting. You can taste the creamy butter.

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Victoria M.

6 years ago

Penelope and Roderick are top-notch bakers! They took great care of us and our guests with our wedding cake. It was beautiful and made with fresh ingredients sourced locally and safely. It's made with REAL Butter and other real wholesome ingredients! It was difficult journey to find a quality baker that could make their cakes with such care; however, it lead us straight to Penelope's Perfections. They took great care of us through the tastings, final selection, day of cake delivery, presentation, and one-year anniversary -- They are our number one cake place for all our big celebrations. Honestly, there is no comparison -- Penelope's is the BEST in SoCal. read more

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Emily C.

7 years ago

Penelope's Perfections made ordering my wedding cake so easy and stress-free! During my initial search, I was surprised to find out that a few other bakeries said they could not execute my vision for my cake - I wanted it to have the same look as my wedding invitations, white with blind letterpressed leaves on them. Penelope's Perfections asked me a few questions to ensure they understood my vision and confirmed they could make it happen. The final product was beautiful and just what I had hoped for. The cake was also delicious and we couldn't have been happier with our wedding cake choice. read more

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Mackenzie H.

7 years ago

We ordered from here for one of our work events and they were delish and beautiful. The people who work here are so nice and helpful too! The favorites were salted caramel and lemon read more

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Pamela E.

6 years ago

We ordered custom sugar cookies for our daughter's baby shower. They were very helpful and dependable. The cookies were cute and delicious. Thank you! read more

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Atla P.

4 years ago

Came in for a last min custom cake request. The team was prompt in their responses and were able to accommodate my request. It was a 6in expresso vanilla cake with tiramisu filling. The cake was beautifully crafted and the taste was incredible. What I loved about the experience is how they clarified the best way to enjoy the cake at the time of delivery and insisted we followed the guidance, there was even a note on the box for leftovers. We followed the instructions to the T and it was the best tasting birthday cake we ever had. Thank you for an incredible experience team. I would recommend them in a heartbeat as long as you commit to their recommendations for serving. read more

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Sam B.

3 years ago

I'm so excited!!! To start with what amazing customer service. I was struggling with the website and put it away thinking I'd come back to it later. About 15 minutes later I got am email from Penelope asking if I needed support. I was able to order my tasting cakes and I was so thrilled that it was an actual tasting and not just a frozen box of cakes! What a beautiful boutique and bakery the ambiance was perfect. I learned a lot during the tasting and was not going to walk away without securing my day and my cakes! I can't wait to come back with a photo update. read more

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Gina S.

8 years ago

I went to Penelope's Perfections for a tasting because the offered flavors sounded AAAAMAZING. Our experience was not so much. The parlor definitely looks more upscale and the little mini cakes and cupcakes are so cute. The cake however is very crumbly and dry and the lady kept emphasizing "how good it tastes after being frozen." The peanut butter tasted like nothing (maybe cardboard). The chocolate was a bit better and the lemon was probably the best. The raspberry filling was actually super tart and refreshing to our surprise. But we had gone to Simply Sweet Cakery earlier that day and their cake blew this cake out of the water 50 fold. Although they could offer more designs, I opted for my cake to be yummy and less decorated than beautiful and meh. The lady working there was also not friendly and after tasting (which was $35 + tax) we did not receive a follow up or a quote based on the discussed design. Go to Simply Sweet for the best cake flavor (and that's coming from a non sweets eater) and for the best experience. UPDATE: Received a call while I was at work to discuss my review. I'd have been happy to discuss at another time when I had a free moment but I had to tell this gentleman three or four times that I was at work and unable to talk at the moment. Please do not call me back. read more

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Patricia G.

7 years ago

Best Bakery in O.C. The ingredients are superb and you can surely taste the difference! Please give them a try...they are outstanding! read more

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Sowmya E.

5 years ago

I have ordered 2-tier chocolate truffle cake with chocolate ganache and pecan fillings. The bread part was not at all good, it was not baked perfect, it was dry in some part and it felt as if we are eating batter. The design come out so perfect and the fillings were good. But the main part of the cake which is bread part got ruined. When I contacted the owner, he told me that they will add an extra ingredient which make it different from other chocolate truffle cakes and some people might not like it. So be careful, when you are ordering chocolate truffle cake- please go to the store, try it and then order it. When I went to store and asked for tasting, he said he don't have one at that time. But now he is telling me that it is your responsibility to taste it before you order it. He told that he would offer 25% discount for his mistake or to make me happy but next day he called me and said that they tasted the leftover cake at bakery which was taken out during my cake baking and it is baked so perfect for him. He just said sorry that I didn't like the cake. Don't know if that is how they bake all chocolate truffle cakes or baking for my cake went wrong. Here are some pics, please observe the dryness. I told him that I would bring my cake to the store so that he can checkout where it went wrong but he refused and told me there are COVID restrictions. Asked me to send the photo and he told that cake is perfect by seeing the photo. I told him that it is dry and tasted batter like. Donno how he get to know the taste and cannot observe the dryness( light brown layer) in the picture. read more

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Geni R.

7 years ago

Amazing mind blowing succulent details on my cupcakes and cookies. Delicious cake, cake pops, cookies and cupcakes. My guest loved and enjoyed my dessert table. Cake is totally a perfection!!! read more

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Vij N.

5 years ago

Penelope's Perfections is the best! They have helped us in producing beautiful cakes for birthday parties and baby showers - we are a third time customer now and in a strong position to provide this review. Their cakes are high quality and beautifully designed - it is clear that they insist on the best ingredients only and are willing to work on customized designs for the client. Most recently we had a chocolate cake with raspberry filling for our daughter's birthday and it was just spectacular. They worked with us on a complex design (based on a photo) and everyone was so impressed with how well it turned out. Thank you!!! We are really fortunate to have a bakery like Penelope's in our area. read more

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Sally G.

5 years ago

This was my first time ordering a cake so naturally I was nervous but they made it so easy and we're quick to respond anytime I emailed them. Would absolutely recommend anyone looking for a custom cake to get it here! They did such an amazing job and the cake was so delicious. read more

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Jessica P.

10 years ago

Delicious & outstanding service! We were referred then stumbled upon Penelope's on Yelp. I love supporting local businesses and this was the right choice. We ordered a coconut cake w/ coconut cream cake for our elopement. The delivery was perfectly on time. We were treated with lots of love and the cake is amazing! read more

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Teri R.

5 years ago

I wish I could give 10 Stars to Penelope and Roderick!! My daughter's wedding cake was out of this world They were a dream to work with..... Thank you both so very much!! Highly recommend Penelope's Perfections!! read more

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Fereshtah K.

4 years ago

I recently purchased a vanilla strawberry cream birthday cake from this bakery. I read many reviews before selecting this bakery, as I feel a birthday cake is one of the highlights in a child's birthday party. I was hugely embarrassed and disappointed with this cake. I asked before ordering the cake if there would be fresh strawberries included in the cake and was told that it would be included. To my surprise when cutting the cake this was not included. I saw that the buttercream had a hint of pink and I assumed that it would taste like strawberries since that is what I had requested. Nope! It tasted like butter only. The actual cake tasted like old cake. All my quests complained and said this cake was not edible. I ended up tossing out the cake. I contacted the bakery and told them about my experience with the cake. The bakery owner who was very rude and standoffish told me pretty much that this was my personal taste, and he thought the cake was good! He said they don't bake overly sweet cakes, which I explained, was not the issue here. The issue was the actual cake tasted horrible. As a side note I did order cake pops from this bakery, and they did taste amazing. I DO NOT recommend their cakes. Reply to the bakery: Thank you for the advise and tips. I do not feel it is necessary to go in for a tasting for a child's birthday cake. I wrongly assumed based on the yelp reviews, that the cake would taste decent. I am not particularly picky but this cake I purchased was not edible. I did not think that I had to give a two-week advance notice to a bakery to receive a decent tasting cake. Are you saying that since it was a last-minute order, that is the reason the cake tasted so horrible? I understand that there was no food coloring used in the buttercream mix, I am also assuming that you forgot to add the fresh strawberries. The filling only tasted like butter and not even a hint of strawberry. To your point on asking about the refund policy before ordering a custom cake. This would never cross my mind as there would be no need to ask for a refund. I did not order the cake in hopes of obtaining a refund. I ordered the cake assuming that it would taste decent and that my guests would enjoy it. I called to ask for a refund because it was the worst cake I have ever tasted, and I had to throw it out. I believe the policy would be suitable for someone who wanted to cancel the custom cake order, but it does not apply to my specific situation. I am not sure how you are still in business: 1. You have horrible customer service. 2. Your cakes are not edible. 3. Maybe you should only serve cake pops? read more

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Penny G.

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Jessica H.

7 years ago

This review is long overdue, but I would be doing a disservice if I did not share my experience. I reached out to several bakeries with an interesting request...are you able to make a five-tier, FAUX cake? Oh, and it's for a gala in less than two weeks. Penelope's Perfections came to the rescue! They answered all my questions promptly, great with email communication and were incredibly helpful. The cake looked amazing and was the showstopper I envisioned. Roderick and Penelope even brought cupcakes so our staff could have a little something sweet the day of the event. Five stars is certainly not enough. Thank you, Penelope, Roderick and team, for your hard work! read more

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Marjorie A.

5 years ago

If I could give them 100 stars I totally would. This is the 3rd time we have used them for their services and they completely blow me away every time. My sisters cake for her birthday went above and beyond what I visually wanted. Every guest that had a piece came back for seconds. Hands down the best in OC! read more

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Amazingly perfect in every way! I was a little hesitant because my experience is that beautiful cakes are usually dried out. This was not the case. I called two weeks out and luckily, they were able to take my order. So sweet and easy to work with, I told them what I wanted off the top of my head. I had no idea what to expect but on the day of pick up, I was pleasantly surprised! They went above and beyond with my vision and it tasted just as great as it looked. The velvety buttercream and fresh fruit was literally perfect. The cake itself was moist and not too sweet. Everything about it was awesome. I will definitely recommend this bakery and use them again! read more

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Julio A.

5 years ago

The cakes here are sooo good! Unlike any cake you would find at a grocery store for sure! Our wedding cake came out beautifully and everyone loved it. The only reason I'm rating 4 stars instead of 5 is because we provided a Star Wars tie fighter toy to be placed on the side of the cake as if it was crashing into the cake, to fit in with our Star Wars themed wedding, and when the cake was delivered it wasn't there. I'm not sure if they forgot to put it on or if it was lost but we were never told anything and my wife was kinda bummed. Other than than that everything was fine read more

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Jennifer N.

9 years ago

I ordered a 2 tier buttercream cake for an event. I worked with Jennifer to get all the details down...flavors, decor, size, etc. She was very accommodating and helped me make decisions regarding the size I should order and gave me guidance on flavors. I ended up choosing vanilla with fresh strawberries for one tier and vanilla with raspberry spread on another. The process was fairly simple and was delivered promptly. I was running a little late on the day that the cake was to be delivered and she was very understanding. Her associate Roderick dropped off the cake at my residence and waited for my arrival. He was very kind and asked if I needed assistance on placing flowers on the cake. The cake looked and tasted amazing! It was exactly what I had ordered! Overall, their customer service and product was great. I would definitely use their services again. read more

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Christina T.

6 years ago

I love everything about this bakery! I ordered a cake and gingerbread men cookies for Christmas and they were delicious! Also, I was very surprised at how reasonably priced they were! Definitely coming back here from now on! read more

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2952 Randolph Ave
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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(949) 402-8328
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Hours

What time does Penelope's Perfections open?

Penelope's Perfections opens at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Penelope's Perfections opens at 9:00 AM on Saturday.

What time does Penelope's Perfections close?

Penelope's Perfections is closed on Monday, Tuesday and Sunday.Penelope's Perfections closes at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Penelope's Perfections closes at 1:00 PM on Saturday.

Mon-Tue, Sun ClosedWed-Fri 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMSat 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Does Penelope's Perfections take Bitcoin?

No, Penelope's Perfections does not take Bitcoin.

Does Penelope's Perfections take credit cards?

Yes, Penelope's Perfections takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Penelope's Perfections have catering options?

Yes, Penelope's Perfections does have catering options.

Indoor Amenities

Does Penelope's Perfections allow dogs?

No, Penelope's Perfections does not allow dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Penelope's Perfections have bike parking?

Yes, Penelope's Perfections has bike parking.

Does Penelope's Perfections have parking?

Yes, Penelope's Perfections has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

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Is Penelope's Perfections wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Penelope's Perfections is wheelchair accessible.

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Specialties

Welcome to Penelope’s Perfections Bakery! Our Bakery specializes in Custom Gourmet Buttercream Cakes and Cupcakes along with Mini Desserts, Iced Sugar and Gourmet Cookies, Cake Pops, Pies and more. Penelope’s Perfections Butter Cakes are made with the finest all natural ingredients from scratch without preservatives including Dutch Cocoa and Belgian Chocolates. Whether you need a Wedding, Engagement, Anniversary, Birthday, or Custom Event Cake plus Desserts, Penelope’s Perfections will make your day special!

History

Established in 2013.

Penelope's Perfections, a gourmet wedding cake bakery was opened to provide "brides to be" with a truly unique wedding cake that would capture the style, flavor, and elegance that they have always dreamed about for their wedding day. Penelope has 30 years of art design to create a one-of-a-kind wedding cake. She also has a degree in Chemistry and loves to work with the science involved in baking a cake. Creating a deliciously edible work of art is Penelope's Perfections' passion. Penelope's Perfections is a custom order cake business. All of our cakes are made with 100% butter, no oil, and the icing is 100% butter based Swiss Meringue Buttercream. We do not use any artificial ingredients. Our cakes have to sit at room temperature for a minimum of 3-4 hours and should NEVER be served cold. Butter cakes need to warm to room temperature. Catering business, by appointments only.

Meet the Business Owner: Penny G.

Penny is an artist of 30 plus years and makes her cakes into "edible art". She has always loved creating works of art and combines her science background to make a delicious and uniquely decorated cake. Being raised in the South with amazing family recipes handed down has shaped her cakes into a taste of perfection!

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Can you make a chocolate cake with dulce de leche between the layers covered in whipped cream frosting?

Yes we can. But our exterior frosting is buttercream. Whip cream frosting does not hold up. Give us a call to discuss your needs.

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Where to get Marzipan cake for my moms birthday in Santa Ana or Costa Mesa?

Thank you for the inquiry! Unfortunately we do not know where you can purchase a cake covered in marzipan. Most cakes are either covered in buttercream or fondant.… Read more

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SusieCakes

Had such an easy and polite experience at this Susie cakes-I didn't have a good one at the other…read moreone in Costa Mesa. This location was super clean and the worker was polite answering any questions. The pineapple upside down cupcake was phenomenal and my husband loved the he marble cake. The lemon cupcake was okay but it didn't blow me away. We will back regularly.

The staff was super sweet and helpful when I called before my arrival to check on their inventory…read morebefore closing for a birthday. Luckily, they have 6" cakes in various flavors. When I arrived, I couldn't commit to just one flavor so I opted to get a variety of cupcakes and I was surprised to see a few that had "Happy Birthday" in cursive with frosting (extra charge -- which I found out afterwards, not a big deal). Tried the mocha, peanut butter, chocolate, red velvet, celebration (vanilla) and strawberry. All flavors were pretty darn delish this was the perfect stop for picking up a birthday cake. Also, was happy that this was in a strip mall so that parking was a breeze. Would definitely come back

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Specially made matcha cupcakes for my mini shower! They came out aaaamazing!…read moreThank you so much! Kelly

Dog approved! Our doggies loved their pupcake! The pupcake smells yummy and our dogs absolutely…read moreloved it! The pupcake looks super cute and perfect for photo ops! Highly recommend. Will definitely order again

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Pretty in Pink!

Comin' in Hott- Inspired by a powerful and loving soul, The Champurado Cupcake will warm ya right up!

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Spring ready! Perfect for your baby shower, Easter celebration, or Spring gatherings.

SusieCakes

I am back at SusieCakes, Costa Mesa during Mother's Day weekend 2026. Their cakes and staff did not…read moredisappoint! They were busy with a lot of Mother's Day weekend rush, but the staff was friendly to everyone with big smiles and they were moving the line along as quickly as possible. I picked up my usual favorite slices: Carrot Cake Slice ($8.49), Tropical Coconut Slice ($8.99), and Old-Fashioned Chocolate Slice ($8.99). They were moist and delicious! Sometimes, the Tropical Coconut can be slightly dry, but it was perfectly moist when I had it this past weekend. They had a really cute May 4th Grogu cake on display and I just think that they not only make delicious cakes, but their cake decorating skills are on point! SusieCakes is worth the splurge!

I picked up a gender reveal cake and received a level of attitude that none of your customers…read moreshould experience on Mother's Day. After waiting for someone to help me, I walk up to the counter and ask if it was possible to pick up a cake that I ordered. The result was the male sales representative with a beard rolling their eyes and yelling at me - what's the last name! I'm positive Mothers Day is a very busy day for you all, but no one should be on the receiving end of that type of sass from anyone, especially after paying close to $100 for a 6" inch cake. It definitely killed the excitement for the gender reveal with this cake tainted with attitude.

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Lemon Cake

Carrot Cake Slice ($7.95). This is always my go to flavor here! 1/29/2023

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Vanilla Celebration Cake

Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee

The summer seasonal doughnuts are back, some favs are definitely the passionfruit pavlova!…read more The balance and freshness of this passionfruit doughnut is incredible! Tastes similar to freshly made sweet bread filled with custard/cream. Service is always friendly and quick, along with great vibes all around. Def recommend trying all the new summer seasonal offerings!

When I'm in Newport Beach or Costa Mesa, I always make a quick stop at Sidecar Doughnuts…read more Butter and Salt is our top favorite. In season is the Buttermilk Strawberry Doughnut, used fresh strawberries and cake like dough.

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Cinnamon Roll. Cross section.

White Chocolate Banana Bread. Moist banana bread cake with chocolate chips inside & white chocolate glaze. Toasted walnuts on top.

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The Apple Pan Pie. Filled with apple chunks in a spiced compote. Topped with whipped cream and drizzled with caramel.

The French Bakery

A French bakery hidden in a small shopping center!…read more I happened to find it while looking for a restaurant in that shopping center that is no longer there. They have a large variety of pastries and baked goods. I got a couple of danishes and a muffin for my husband. Everything was yummy. Will definitely return to try others items in the case.

We haven't been here since it's been under new ownership and sadly the quality has gone down. We…read moreused to love the butter and sugar cookies and thought they might be similar to the cookies we used to love, and sadly the flavor just fell short. The prices also are much more expensive, so it's disappointing to pay more for less essentially. It is cute inside, and the designs were still great but sadly, this bakery is not the same and not as delicious. We also asked if they could put buttercream on a sugar cut out cookie, as the old French's used to do that- their buttercream was delicious, and the lady working the register said "I' m sorry, we no longer do that." While I understand this bakery is (unfortunately) not the one that used to be there at this location, I don't understand why buttercream cannot be applied to a cookie.. we are at a bakery aren't we? Aren't bakeries supposed to have buttercream? Quite confusing that that customer service was not there either. A side of frosting to purchase could have been offered or just a small dollop could have been applied but apparently this bakery cannot accommodate a frosting request.

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Sprinkles Newport Beach

Heard late last night that Sprinkles cupcakes will be closing on the 1st. I was hoping to go today…read morefor one last time, but I cant get through on the phone, and the website is saying - no locations found. Sprinkles was always my favorite cupcake place, and I will miss them so much!!! I think they may have been my first introduction to the red velvet flavor as well. Good luck to all of the staff.

We like to come here for a treat every now and then and also for birthday orders! Order days ahead…read moreif there's certain flavors you like and want to customize. I like to get the Mini Samplers, so I can have a bite of each flavor. My favorite flavors are always the ones with cream cheese frosting. Sprinkles does an amazing job creating monthly limited flavors that taste divine and unique. Fave Flavors: - Red Velvet - Gingerbread - Pumpkin

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Nothing Bundt Cakes

I went into Nothing Bundt Cakes at this location because I recently moved here and wanted to…read morecelebrate my fiancé's new job. I asked the lady helping me if it would be possible to add an American flag to my special celebration cake, and she happily added it along with a bow. I didn't get her name, but she was working on May 7th around 3:55 PM, and she was so incredibly sweet. She truly made my celebration feel even more special with her kindness and amazing customer service. Thank you so much for going the extra mile -- it really meant a lot!

Ordered a Bundt cake for a party on the 4th of July and both the website and information on their…read morephone said they would be open until 7pm. Arrived at 3:15pm and they had closed at 3pm. They did not attempt to contact me to advise they were closing early. I did have a 1pm pick up time, but got delayed. Would have gone their first in hindsight. Subsequently I had to scramble to find alternative options as I had 25 people arriving without a dessert. Never received a follow up phone call and have still not heard back from the manager (Goretti). Had to call and wait 15 minutes to receive a refund. Terrible customer service!

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Blackmarket Bakery

Where did you go Blackmarket?! I came this morning for those wonderful croissants and it's closed…read more Why?

We got the B.E.C.A. sandwich, brioche cinnamon roll, and a choc hazelnut twist. Overall the food…read morewas pretty good. Our favorite was the BECA, which had a really fluffy and tasty bread. When we ordered the cinnamon roll, there was no option to heat it up, so we thought they would have done it already. When it was served, it was rock solid. So, we asked them to heat it up. However, after a few minutes, it still wasn't that gooey and the inner core was still pretty tough. Perhaps they could have warmed it up so that it was evenly softened. Overall, the cinnamon roll was alright. It was a brioche roll so you would think it might be lighter and fluffy, but ours was pretty dry. However, the cream on top was insanely good. It carried the roll. The hazelnut twist was kind of what you would expect. A twisted pastry but with a hefty amount of hazelnut-chocolate spread thru the layers. We sat in a little nook, where there was a magnetic black board, where there were word tiles you could rearrange in any way. It was a nice place to just look around at all the sentences the community wrote. Chess tables were also available as extra seating. Overall, the service was good, but could be better when warming up pastries, so that the customer can enjoy them properly!

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Inside the shop, during the Kickstarter pre - opening event weekend

Blackmarket Bakery official grand opening at the Camp in Costa Mesa on January 2, 2013!

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Yes, you want a lunch box

Monster Muffins

I called in to place a to go order ahead of time. I was told they typically sell out of items later…read morein the day. The woman who helped me out on the call was extremely patient and genuinely helpful. She was so friendly and offered accommodations to what I needed as best as she could. I ordered cinnamon roll in advance for pickup and she asked what the occasion was and even offered a little birthday topper. The bakery shop is a bit small but they have quite a few options. They have muffins and cookies for dogs (which my dog ate within seconds), muffins, cinnamon rolls and more. The prices are very reasonable as well. Not too expensive at all. On Saturday's they have a speciality cinnamon roll. And it changes every week. I'll definitely have to come back to try that! Tip: The cinnamon rolls are made with fresh cream cheese so it'll need to refrigerated immediately.

Small store behind the Well Fargo bank Before was Verizon's…read morewireless store now is Monster Muffin , simple decoration. We stop by to grab a coffee & some of the muffins for early breakfast. A nice welcome at the 1st step coming this store( forgot to asked her name), really nicely served can tell she make a nice day to her customers. Who's the muffins fan should be try here for their daily fresh bake with sweet enough not over

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Large Halloween Catering Tray. Made to order. Order min 48 hrs in advance

Poul's Bakery

The best cannolis! I called to order a couple dozen mini…read morecannolis for my dad's 70th and ended up ordering a Black Forest cake as well. Both the cannolis and the cake were a hit! Poul's has great communication and they responded to my inquiry dame day. They offered delivery for the day of the party. Great service and delicious desserts!

I've never put an order for a cake before so this experience is was all new to me. I went on their…read morewebsite to put in a request for a Napoleon birthday cake with a ganache top. They had a number which I called and the person on the other end gave a number which I could text more details about what I needed, for how many, my name, etc. Since they were driving and couldn't take my order at the moment I made sure to provide as much info and the time/day. I put the order 5 days before I said it needed it and they agreed it can be done by then. I thought it was easy and I just followed it up with the change of topping on the cake. I explicitly stated to text me if they needed anything else from me since I have never done this before. I probably should've followed them up, but I was busy that week. Since I didn't hear anything afterwards I thought I had secured my order. The day I come to pick up the cake, they tell me they don't have the order. The lady who I spoke to, who I'm assuming was on the phone when I initially called, is telling me I put a request not an order and that I didn't even provide my full name (not true, I did). I'm being told that I shouldve put down a deposit and have a contract with them for the cake. I wasn't provided with any contract or a Zelle username. If I had that information I would've absolutely done it. As a business you should provide the customer with that sort of information. I had no idea and I wasn't told that thru text. Should I have followed up? Absolutely, i know that now. There's no information on the website about a contract or deposit information. Only the phone number that I first called. So they should probably update that if they have so many orders and can't keep track with request. There was a lot of deflection from the lady when i tried to explain my grievance. No apology either for the confusion. I felt crazy because I thought I might've missed their messages. Nope nothing. Only the Zelle information after I had arrive there. Luckily, they had puff pastry ready and told me they could have the cake ready in 15 min, and I really needed the cake so I agree to still do business. When I got the cake it was still warm and they told me to freeze it in my refrigerator for it to set. 15 min to get to my place and the ganache has melted off the top and custard had already spilled out from the sides. I had a long drive afterwards and not even an insulated bag could save it. It did taste good, it's too bad about communication, and everything else.

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Salty Horse

Locally owned & operated

Free WiFi

Steak and eggs estaba muy bueno y los pancakes de mi prometida también, y la música de los…read morecocineros estaba muy perrona

If you ever in Costa Mesa, this is a coffee shop and breakfast place you have to visit…read more Love love the ambiance and the aesthetic of Salty Horse. (Coastal Cowboy Theme Parking is very limited it's located in a residential area between Newport Blvd. & 21st street. Be prepared to stay in line for more rhan 15 minutes depending on the time you visit...but didn't mind the wait because it was my 1st time and took some photos to post on Yelp. I ordered the Hawaiian Cowboy - made with double shot of espresso, hawaiian honey and maple walnut milk. It is lightly sweet but very smooth. Also, got Saddle Spice Chai, Rice Krispy Cookie is so perfectly done - love the crispy texture, but soft cookie.

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Pradera Brunch

Overall experience was amazing. The food, atmosphere, and our server Alex. Checking in was super…read moreeasy and quick. Alex was super welcoming and friendly. She recommended us some dishes which were delicious. It was such a nice brunch and we would definitely be coming back!!

Such an amazing experience! Food was delicious, waitress Sam was such an amazing help ! Food came…read moreout quick and couldn't be more satisfied !

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1954 Egashira

4.0

(85 reviews)

0.1 mi

They have everything from sweet to savory pastries. Lots of places to sit down, and good ambiance…read more Best to go on a weekday when the line is short and ample parking.

We went at 9am on Sunday Father's Day. There must have been 50 people ahead of us but the line…read morewent fast. Matcha roll was amazing, salt bread was very buttery and tasty, the nut roll was also good- otherwise the custard chocolate and chocolate roll were pretty ordinary. I didn't try the mini croissants-I may try them next time. Brought home shokupan bread loaf which was good. The matcha drink was also very good with a lot of matcha flavor and but not too sweet. The prices were very competitive, definitely less expensive than that overhyped Paris Baguette. I will be back regularly for the matcha roll.

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Cafe Refuge

I'm always looking for new coffee places to try and I'm glad I stumbled upon this one. It's a…read morefairly new spot that just opened up in the plaza. They have a unique backstory and it seems like the owners are very passionate about what they do. As for the coffee, they specialize in coffee and tea from different Asian countries, currently three options of beans to choose from, all with their own unique flavor. The service is amazing, they're always so kind, even if the cafe is busy, they make sure that each drink is made correctly. The ambience inside is mellow, there's seating for studying and there's plenty of parking outside.

Really solid spot with a nice atmosphere. I tried the yuzu tonic drink, and it was…read moreexcellent--refreshing, well-balanced, and not overly sweet. I usually don't like drinks with jelly because the texture isn't my thing, but this one actually changed my mind. The jelly complemented the drink instead of getting in the way. Service was friendly, and everything felt well put together. The only reason I'm giving it four stars instead of five is that nothing completely blew me away, but I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu.

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Made Coffee

A small cafe located in a tiny plaza by Mitsuwa! Parking can be a little tight, but the the parking…read morelot itself wasn't too bad. The cafe interior is clean. It's also small and cozy- a nice chitchat spot! The staff is also friendly and outgoing. Service is quick as well. My friend got the double matcha, while I had gotten the ube matcha. The ube matcha was good. It was very creamy and had a prominent ube flavor. My friend said her double matcha was good, but a bit pricey! With the substitution of oat milk, her total came out to $9! We concluded that if we're in the area and arent sure what cafe to hit up, we'd probably visit this spot again for some matcha!

Wow wow... I was honestly so surprised to find that this was one of the best matchas I've ever had…read morein the OC area. The matcha was incredibly smooth, earthy, and had the perfect milk-to-matcha ratio. It actually tasted like matcha instead of being diluted by a giant cup of ice. I tried both the regular iced matcha with blueberry and the special iced matcha with matcha cold foam, and both were absolutely delicious. The only downside is that the parking lot is a bit small, but that's a minor issue. This location is located behind the Wahoo's Fish Taco Overall, I really loved this place and will definitely be coming back to try their other drinks

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Work in Progress

The coffee the food the place. All of it was soooo good. The seating wouldn't be comfortable for…read morelong period of time but plenty of space to work and outlets as well. Everyone is really nice too. One of the top coffee places in Costa Mesa

I know everyone talks about the coffee at Work in Progress, but honestly I'm here for the breakfast…read moreburrito. This thing is unreal. Easily one of the best breakfast burritos I've had in Orange County. The balance of flavors is perfect, the ingredients taste super fresh, and somehow every bite still has a little bit of everything in it. What really takes it over the top are the sauces and the pickled onions on the side. Absolute *chef's kiss*...The sauces add so much flavor without overpowering the burrito itself. I also appreciated that it didn't feel overly greasy or heavy the way breakfast burritos sometimes do. The space definitely gets crowded, especially on weekends, and finding a seat can take some patience. But honestly, grabbing a coffee and one of these burritos and hanging out for a bit is completely worth it. This is officially one of my go to breakfast spots in Costa Mesa.

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Twist. As is, cold. A little dry, but good flavor.

BREAKFAST SANDO Black forest ham,eggs,cheese, chimichurri tomatoes,arugula,herbed aioli(minus ham) added bacon which came after.

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Vanilla Latte w/seasonal cinnamon cream top

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Amanda G.

11 years ago

I have had the privilige of enjoying 3 of her amazingly beautiful and delicious cakes! The chocolate fudge cheesecake is one of my favorites! I have also sampled the peanut butter cake with amaretto icing which is an awesome combination of flavors, and the red velvet white chocolate cheesecake which sounds as rich and decadent as it tastes! I promise you won't be disappointed with any of the cakes she makes! Honestly, they are the best cakes I have ever had! read more

C. Thomas R.

10 years ago

I wanted to take a minute and express my thanks to Penelope's Perfection for the beautiful Birthday Cake they made for my girlfriend's birthday party. The three tiered 12", 9" and 6" top was not only beautiful, but the chocolate covered exterior with the chocolate flowers and slices of white chocolate sprinkled about...tasted as good as it looked. Everyone loved it. I look forward to recommending your cakes to all my family and friends...! read more

Rachel U.

361

3 years ago

The cake at Penelope's perfections is absolutely amazing. It's like nothing I've ever had before. I can't wait to have more on my wedding day! The shop is so cute, the tasting experience was everything we wanted, and we had all of our questions answered. We will definitely be using Penelope's again in the future. read more

Melissa D.

11 years ago

Went I visited California I was lucky to sample one her cakes at a dinner party! It's was wonderful! Can't wait to visit my friends again, hopefully the will have one of Penelope's cakes on hand. read more

Rod G.

4 years ago

Amazing Cakes! Love how fresh these cakes are. Definitely a butter cake with a nice crumb and the frosting is perfect! It's not that supper sweet stuff that makes me sick! read more

Michael C.

209

10 years ago

The cheesecake and dessert options are amazing. They are so beautifully done and I love the customer service!

Judy P.

11 years ago

These cakes are amazing!! Pure perfection!! The taste and presentation are perfect! Highly recommended!! read more

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