Pros: ambiance, location, food Cons: customer service I'm a regular here and genuinely love the place -- the food and atmosphere keep pulling me back. There's one guy on staff who's always warm and welcoming. Unfortunately, most of my other interactions have been the opposite. Last time, the person taking my order was so off-putting that I walked out and went elsewhere, even though I really didn't want to. A little staff training on customer service would go a long way. read more

This is such a wonderful addition to this particular area in Laguna Beach. We were waiting for this to open and what a delicious surprise that all the foods, the bagels, the pastries, the sourdough bread, the frozen foods that you can prepare at home the jams, the snacks, the coffees everything is so delicious and so flavorful we just love this little breakfast spot. There's so much seating outside. There's a little on the inside, but you really wanna sit outside where you can see everything very kid and dog friendly. With a restroom right around the corner. Parking very close by. read more

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We stopped here for lunch after going to the Laguna Beach farmers market. They offer a variety of baked goods and bread. All their menu items use their rye bread as well. To be honest, I think the bread was the best part of the meal. I ordered the avocado toast for $16, and unfortunate I think I could make better at home. The avocado was good but was heavily seasoned. Other toppings included cheese, tomatoes, and a generous amount of dill. Don't get me wrong it was fine, but I just wasn't a huge fan of the flavors. The market sandwich was also pretty mid. Basically a bunch of veggies on bread, which was about $14-15. I didn't try any of their sweets, so maybe those are better. But overall, I wasn't too impressed with the food here. read more

Rye Goods - Avocado Toast and Market Greens Sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

What I liked The ambience, the fact that it's located by the beach and makes for a perfect weekend breakfast spot. One of the coffees we had was decent and overall taste was fine! Cons: Parking and getting any availability on busier days. The fruit granola bowl is basically a rip off - mine came with 6 slices of apples :/. Therr was more fruit on the ricotta toast than the seasonal fruit bowl. Service is fast but interactions lacked friendly warm vibes. Expensive. Not worth it. read more

We ordered the peach burrata toast, the fruit wheel and the savory croissant, as well as the saffron latte. Everything was delicious and it's a very cute spot to enjoy. It gets quite busy, so go early! read more

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A cute place for coffee and pastries in Laguna by the beach. I love their drinks and their coffee here is top quality. Tried their seasonal caramelized date cortado and it was incredible!! Food and pastries are average given the price. Some I've tried are not bad but usually lean dry. The coffee cake was a bit dry but not too sweet which I liked. I've had their pretzel which is not bad but a bit dry - would be amazing if dipped in a cheese or mustard sauce. Their breakfast place was great - definitely asked for ketchup on the side but really lovely simple plate served with amazing house bread that was the best thing on the plate. Service is great and everyone is super nice and helpful. read more

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Wow not sure why this only has a 3.8 rating, I loved it here. Parked on the street & found some with no issue but depending on time of day it can get busy. I got the matcha latte with no sweeter & it was one of the best I've had. Also had the potato leek soup which was delicious along with included sourdough bread. We also got a cheese croissant which was so good. Service was fast & friendly. Plenty of seating inside & outside. read more

Rye Goods - Leek soup - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

This is a cute little bakery with a few tables inside and plenty of outdoor seating, and a front and back entrance. I came across it as I was walking in the area in 2024, and have been here a handful of times since then. It used to be pretty good. I remember ordering the morning bun just because it is one of my favorite items. The morning bun- $6 is 2.5 stars. It is a little bit salty, and it tastes a little stale when it should be a sweeter pastry. It is lacking the crunch like other places I have had it. This time around, I also got their GINGERBREAD MAN COOKIE $7- 4 stars. It was a big, buttery, moist cookie, and the taste of molasses shined through. I was really looking forward to the apple turnover $7- 1 star, but it was the saddest of the bunch. It was very greasy on the outside and the layers fell apart. However, the inside was very dry and salty. The line is long and there is a bit of a wait, but the cashiers are nice. After paying $19 for three pastries, I really hoped they would taste decent. I had to throw the apple turnover away unfortunately because it was not edible. The quality of pastries has gone down. Not sure if they changed bakers or what the case is. I will not be returning. read more

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Laguna Beach, CA Imitation is the best form of flattery. The strawberry jam thumbprint cookie is unique and one I just have not perfected to duplicate at home. Even though it's not a big cookie, it is quite rich and paired with a cup of tea, it is quite delightful to share and enjoy. This is not a typical thumbprint cookie, it's made with butter and a unique blend of flour and brown sugar to make it darker in color than your normal thumbprint cookie. The texture is soft and chewy but hefty and it almost melts in your mouth. I would put this at the top of my list as one of my favorite bakery cookies. The seeded bagel with house green scallion cream cheese is great as well, I forget to ask them to only slice it in half, versus in quarters. I haven't loved everything I've tried here although these seem to be my favorites so far. Service here is very pleasant the staff gets to know you. read more

Rye Goods - Jam thumbprint - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

I will be honest, I did not know this was in Laguna Beach. We were out walking our dog and stumbled across it in one of the prettier courtyards off of Forest Avenue. There seems to be an entrance on both sides of the building, but we entered from Forest and kind of weave our way past some of the people who are waiting for their food and beverage. Service was friendly and helpful. It was my first time here and we were honestly just getting an iced vanilla latte. The food and bread and bakery items look delicious so we'll definitely come back and try that. Kind of a clean aesthetic, very simple. There's some indoor seating as well as the outdoor courtyard area. Dog friendly. I think our latte was $6.50. read more

Rye Goods - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

I saw this on someone's TikTok as a recommendation but I definitely will never come back again. Disappointment. 1) There's some sort of flying thing around the food. Thats why they have those fans but it still doesn't prevent it from landing on the bread. 2) parking is street parking and pay with coins. Not too great but would be worth it paying IF it was good. 3) matcha latte had no flavor at all. Probably no sugar. Theres sugar on the side but because i ordered a cold drink it won't melt. 4) smores crossaint was super hard! Overcooked or left outside for way too long read more

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All around best cafe -- from their baked goods to their coffee to the yummy breakfast. We found out about them from the cookies that our local hotel offered guests, and had to try the restaurant! Their selection of baked goods is impressive, and the staff were very friendly. Ordered the Rye Breakfast, latte, and vegetarian nut chocolate chip cookie. Can't wait to go back. Limited indoor seating. Street parking available. read more

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Always friendly, welcoming, prompt service. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, with access to tables with sun umbrellas, close to restrooms with keys hanging on a wall inside. Excellent vegan oat chocolate chip cookies, both the sweetest and saltiest I've ever had! Wish they had soy milk, my favorite non-dairy alternative, but almond and oat milk will do. I'm a regular. read more

We stopped by Rye Goods in Laguna Beach last weekend and tried the cappuccino. The price was actually pretty good - only around $5. The coffee was kind of average and a little bitter, so it wasn't really our favorite. The service was friendly and the atmosphere felt relaxed and youthful. They also sell fresh bread and pastries, but we only came for coffee this time. read more

Rye Goods - Exterior - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

This cafe is so hidden it feels like a reward once you've found it. Walking in, you're greeted by a heavenly aroma of fresh pastries. On a late Sunday afternoon, I was surprised to see the display case still stocked, we were in luck! The order: seasonal blueberry almond snail ($8), chocolate ganache coffee croissant ($7), and the berry refresher ($5.5). What intrigued me most was their sourdough croissant! A combination so new to me I had to try!! I'd recommend enjoying your pastries toasted it brings out the flavors more. The seasonal snail was a twisted sourdough croissant with blueberry and almond paste. Even with the sweetness of fruit and paste, the tanginess of sourdough comes through. The texture is denser, breadlike, and not as buttery as a regular croissant. 4/5 Chocolate coffee croissant was good but nothing crazy it's filled with lots of chocolate, though I couldn't detect much coffee flavor (maybe hidden by all the chocolate). 4/5 Berry Refresher, a blueberry mint hibiscus tea. Leaned on the sweeter side, subtle tea flavor, sadly no taste of mint. 3/5 You can work remotely here as WiFi, indoor and outdoor seating are available. But just know it's quite toasty indoors. Service was friendly and welcoming! read more

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This place uses unfiltered tap water to make their cold brew coffee. Ever since they started serving chicken, I get diarrhea after eating breakfast here. The kitchen is tiny, likely a cross contamination issue. It's hot, the baked goods sit out in the open and there are flies everywhere. The manager is really nice. read more

Such a cute café--I really appreciate the freshly made sourdough! I don't live super close, but I still find myself coming by at least once a week. I almost always order the avocado toast, and the avocado-to-bread ratio is spot on (which a lot of places surprisingly get wrong!). I also love their matcha latte--the matcha tastes high quality, and I really appreciate that their almond milk is free of gums and oils. I wish I could give this place 5 stars, but I have to knock one off for inconsistent customer service. I've met some genuinely kind and friendly staff, but almost every visit I also encounter someone who comes across as rude or unwelcoming. I also had a confusing experience recently when I ordered my usual iced matcha with maple syrup and was told they couldn't make drinks with maple syrup. I'm not sure if that was a misunderstanding, but it caught me off guard since it's something I've ordered there before. I'll probably ask again next time. read more

Walked in 10/10 right away - no line, and still had a lot of there pastries and breads left. I got a jalapeño cheddar cheese sour dough bagel and a morning sun coffee. The bagel was perfect, literally ate half then 5 hours later ate the other half and it was perfect. The coffee:( the only place in cali where I was disappointed. Maybe I should have got something different. But it tasted like Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereals milk. Lots of seating and quiet and calm area. read more

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A small little breakfast/bakery spot in the busy streets of Laguna. They have indoor and outdoor seating and are a very dog friendly business! The staff are friendly and helpful. However, they do not heat up their pastries because they are baked fresh in the morning. I still would have appreciated my food warmed up if I am dining in. Indoor seating is pretty small, more tailored towards parties of 1 and 2. - sundried tomato bagel sandwich: 6.5/10. The bagel is filled and pretty tasty because of the sundried tomato aioli, but it costed $17!!! which is pretty crazy to me for a very basic and simple bagel. - whipped butter biscuit: 9.2/10. THIS. This was so delicious. I usually don't like biscuits but this was crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. It was moist inside unlike most biscuits. The whipped butter and seasonal jam filling complemented each other and the biscuit so perfectly. I would come back just for this! - chocolate coffee croissant: 6/10. I was most excited about this, but this was a let down :(. The textures and flavors were lacking. Barely any chocolate or coffee flavor and the croissant was not crispy, more on the chewy side. I would come back because the biscuit was so good and try other pastries/baked goods, but they definitely have some hits and misses. read more

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Such a cozy shop! We came in during the rainy week and it was such a beautiful spot to take cover in! We got a chocolate croissant and latte, both absolutely delicious! There is a good selection of baked goods to choose from as well as lunch options. Cashier gave great recommendations and the line to order was very quick! read more

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Maybe I just didn't get the right things? Really didn't love this spot... Iced matcha latte with a squirt of vanilla (the extra flavor was a silent $1 upcharge, no forewarning) was the color of light sage green...probably the worst (AND most expensive!) matcha drink I've ever had. Coffee cake was also super crumbly and not memorable. Only redeeming factors are the Rye scrambled eggs main dish (I think the eggs or bread were dipped with duck fat? So delish!) and the friendly service. I can see how the indoor space could be really warm on a hot day. Taking this off my bookmarks list. Highly unlikely to return! Thanks for reading! ^-^ read more

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PHENOMENAL breakfast and the best experience! Everyone working at Rye Goods was so kind, I got recommended one of the muffins and was so impressed by how good it was. I ordered a simple breakfast with a side of scrambled eggs and a side of toast, and the portion size was huge! I worked outside in the courtyard and the girls were kind enough to bring my food outside once it was ready. There was some construction going on but it was still super peaceful outside. Overall I had the best experience at this location and am already planning on coming back! read more

Rye Goods - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

This review is more specifically for their "holiday" items. We purchased a whole apple pie and when we served it for thanksgiving it was basically non edible. They left the skin on the apples and it made every bite hard and the texture almost felt like there was plastic in the pie. It was really hard to swallow. We ended up throwing it all away because nobody could eat it. For the $50 price tag I expected the apples to be peeled. Updated 1.5 years later.... Tried it again for breakfast. You guys, the food is terrible. We got the sourdough pancakes and they were the least flavorful pancakes I've ever had, dunking them in syrup didn't even help. I also ordered the breakfast burrito which was decent, but instead of a hot sauce they give you a weird bbq sauce/ ketchup mixture. When we asked for an actual hot sauce (which they do have) they charged us 50 cents. Not a big deal, it's just the principle. Please give proper hot sauce. I will not ever try this place again, everything looks appealing but the flavor is so awful. I cannot understand how they have stayed in business. read more

Rye Goods - You can see the green apple skin. It did not get soft, it stayed hard and was near impossible to eat. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Cute bakery/coffee shop in Laguna. We found metered parking right out front. Set up off the shop is a bit odd because you have to walk past everyone in line to get to the back of the line but there's also people passing by to pick up their orders. Service was fast and friendly. Tried the blueberry almond snail pastry. Overall I thought the flavor combo was unique and I liked the almond flavor with the fresh whole blueberries. I wish the pastry itself was more crispy and flakey. read more

Rye Goods - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Cute little cafe nestled behind the flower shop on Forest Ave. Love coming here for their breads & pastries. They have a seasonal breakfast / brunch menu. Limited inside seating but the shared patio has a few more bigger tables. Rye's seasonal garden foccacia (ask to warm it up) & their biscuit stuffed with butter & jelly... mmmm. So. So. Good. The sourdough loaf (jalapeño cheddar) is also good. Not a coffee person, but my family loves their lattes here. Great service & a local favorite. read more

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Wow- last Friday morning I had one of the best hot lattes I've ever had. It was a cool summer morning so I chose an oat milk latte with their house made honey cinnamon syrup. The latte was very pretty to look at, and the flavor was on point. Sometimes, she sweetness of syrups can overpower a latte, but this one was very balanced. When I finished the first, I even considered getting a second one! The bakery selection and their breakfast offerings both looked delicious. Next time I host guests, I would definitely come back to grab a selection of pastries and baked goods to have on hand. read more

..... $17 for the driest most flavorless breakfast burrito I've ever had. Money aside. Say local eggs tortilla made in house whatever whatever....This pains me to write but not even the "cilantro crema" helps which isn't even cream based it tasted like straight cilantro blended. The ketchup was also sour. It didn't even have a protein in it. I knew from the moment I held the burrito that most of the weight was the giant tortilla and minimal filling. Cute patio and ambiance that's all I got to say. read more

Very attentive staff and they have a passion for their baked goods. The coffee is great and I tried the Avocado Toast which is one of the best ones I have ever had. The bread is amazing and all of the toppings provide wonderful flavors. I highly recommend Rye Goods. read more

I was really looking forward to visiting Rye Goods in Laguna Beach with my mom for a nice coffee and pastry morning, but the experience was disappointing from the moment we walked in. There was an unpleasant smell inside, and we noticed small flies sitting on some of the pastries in the display case, which was not a great first impression. Still, we decided to give it a chance. We ordered an almond croissant and a coffee chocolate swirl croissant. The moment I touched them, I could tell they were stale. One bite confirmed it: dry, flavorless, and far from fresh. When we quietly and politely mentioned it to the staff, the girl seemed annoyed but offered a refund which I appreciated, saying they bake enough pastries for two days. A few minutes later, a tall man came over and repeatedly insisted that the pastries are baked fresh each morning and that they use a special wheat that makes them denser. I completely understand that and I have had pastries from bakeries all over the world, but there is a clear difference between something that is dense and something that is simply stale. After calmly explaining this several times, he continued insisting they were fresh, which came across as dismissive and defensive. I really did not appreciate the attitude or the unwillingness to acknowledge our experience. I would never have written this review if it were just about the pastries, because that can happen, but the rudeness and lack of care from the staff made the visit truly disappointing. read more

Rye Goods - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

While in Laguna Beach and dont know where to get a great cup of coffee....?!... Well, this is the place... been here twice in 2 months... why?!!... well.... Great pastries, when I say great I mean made right, not too sweet and enjoyable with a variety to choose from.... Great coffee, makes you say hmmmm... lol... with 50 cent charge for refills... 50 cents is not bad!!... Breakfast burrito was just OK, simple tasting but the pastries, coffee anf ambiance makes up for it.... The outdoor sitting is enjoyable, you are under many trees, plenty of shade... you get the ocean breeze... people watch and enjoy your coffee... or a small indoor sitting for those who just want to chill inside... Service has been very nice and attentative (a big thank you).... then you get your table, and they bring the food to you....can it get hard to find some where to sit?? It can be... be patient and someone will leave... Chill ambience... as if mentioned, outdoor sitting is peaceful... Definitely will be back... When you go... Enjoy.... read more

So cute! Rye goods has a really inviting energy. Expensive but that is laguna beach for you. Pastry selection is vast and everything looks so good. Matcha has a soybean kind of savory vibe to it but it is good. Good lattes. Shoutout the head chef Andres!! He made our experience so special. read more

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The quality of the food at Rye goods is very good. We haven't come here in a while, but the food consistency is great. It's just how we left it when we come back. We were a little disappointed because we thought the menu had changed because it was seasonal. However, we did not see any changes on the menu. it looked the same to us. Maybe it will after the summer. Hope to try something new next time read more

Rye Goods - The Rye scramble without parmigiana - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

This is a pass. The location in Tustin as far superior in every aspect. For starters, the customer service is way more genuine in Tustin than this location. After trying to find an entrance to the location, because the sign that was, I was pointing to an entrance that was blocked by construction, I let the employee know inside that they should probably have another sign pointing to the other entrance, and the lady immediately said "we have a sign" in the snarkiest, most dismissive way possible. Not to mention I caught give me the dirtiest look which really made my skin crawl. Never have I ever had to call an employee out for be rude, but this time I did. Business 101 is being nice to the customers who are trying to give your business money. Luckily the guy took over and actually apologized, and thanks me for the feedback and then offered free pastries. I don't want free pasties, I was good customer service like the Tustin location ALWAYS offers, and I want my coffee that I paid for, and to leave. Not to mention, the places like a sardine cannon, you can only have one person walking by the counter at a time because it's so small and horribly laid out. read more

I used to come here when they first opened and they had this most incredible oatmeal dish that they've since taken off their menu and I am baffled as to why. It was so creamy and flavorful and now it's gone and it's super disappointing. My husband and I came in yesterday to get two teas and a ginger molasses cookie which was really underwhelming. Although covered in sugar, it lacked flavor - I think it was missing salt tbh. The tea latte was also just okay. To top it off, the service tried to be warm and friendly but just seemed like a lot of new people who weren't really sure how to do anything so another guy had to keep taking over to fix orders. Over all, I feel like Rye has kind of gone down in quality sadly. It used to be a must-go place for me when we'd visit Laguna and now it's not really worth the trip read more

Tucked away in the heart of downtown Laguna in the Lumber Yard is the super quaint Rye Goods! The shop itself has a small amount of seating but there is also plenty of outdoor tables to enjoy your yummy pastry, coffee, and the fresh air. I loved their iced oat milk earl grey latte and the incredible crumbly scone with fresh blackberry jam and cream (highly recommend trying!!!) but my bf and I agreed the almond croissant fell short. It was very dense and stale so while the filling itself was good, the outer shell was disappointing. Service is quick. Can't wait to try their lunch/dinner menu next time read more

Rye Goods - Almond croissant and scone - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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Chai was pretty good. The flavor and spices were strong and I felt it was good for the price. read more

Rye Goods - Chai with oat milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Love Rye Goods bakery and cafe. First time at this location. Sunday morning after an hour of driving to Laguna Beach this was our first stop. Got a few pastries and coffee to enjoy before walking around the village. The ambiance here is great. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating near the shops. I loved their specialty item so much. It was a crispy and flaky biscuits stuffed with whipped butter/cream and jam. So delicious. My son got the tea cake and loved it so did I. I can easily say everything we ordered we enjoyed it. Fresh and great quality baked goods are sold here. The coffee is amazing as well. Customer service was friendly. I'll be back soon. read more

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Shame on RYE. The new location is not accessible, at all. Clearly they must be in violation of several regulations. I'm not sure how you received permits. The accessible entrance is NOT accessible at all. You run right into a table and chairs and then wind up at the check-out register area. A wheel chair or scooter can not turn around and can not go straight. much of the pastries are dry and over cooked. Doesn't live up to its reputation. Don't go. read more

The avocado toast had great ingredients on top, I just prefer my avocado being smashed onto the toast rather than just sliced and placed because it was a little hard to eat. The sandwich was filling and hearty, but not the best I've had. read more

Rye Goods - breakfast croissant sandwich, avocado toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

the food is so good every single time, the butter is something to literally write home about and the vibes of the place is amazing, it's cozy and warm and the sun peers in perfectly. i love being able to see all the pastries and breads! the service is what makes it though, ann and lucy are so sweet and i loved chatting with them! but riley, that service is just something different, not only does he make sure the coffee and matcha are made to perfection but he is so accommodating and always makes sure we leave feeling taken care of. anytime things haven't come out right it's taken care of! riley is truly carrying this rye goods !!! literally the best! read more

Rye Goods - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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