I always take the opportunity to enjoy coffee and brunch at Balboa Lily's whenever I'm in the area…read more There is often ample seating closer to opening, and the service from the team is consistently warm and welcoming. (Be warned, however, as it will get busy.) Dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating! My friends and I, all law students, recently chose Balboa Lily's outdoor seating as our spot to study ahead of finals, and we never felt rushed or pressured to leave. We lingered over our meals, kept the coffee orders coming, and had a genuinely lovely afternoon. Despite being situated on a corner next to two streets, the outdoor seating never felt particularly busy or loud. It struck a great balance between having some energy around you while still being comfortable enough to sit, study, and enjoy a long coffee. Definitely a spot I'll continue coming back to for brunch, coffee, and a good place to settle in for a few hours.

Very overpriced, food is mid. Honestly a fast food place would be better. Salad was super bland and…read moresad, sandwich was alright. Not worth it for the price, go somewhere else. Only perk is nice seating.

Great coffee, excellent cappuccino, and an amazing protein bowl. Best spot within walking distance…read morefrom the pier.

The photos of the menu items should be the same as what you get. Also the prices are way too high…read morefor sandwiches. Poor customer service also. I ordered a philly cheesesteak sandwich based on the picture. what I got was some roast beef on a hot dog bun. For $8.99 (yeah).When I said "why doesn't this look like the picture?" They lady said "oh Pepsi sent us those we don't make our food to look like that". When I told her i didn't want it and wanted my money back she got all snippy, making remarks to the other person working there. The food that was served was not what was represented on the menu board. They should have given me a refund and tried to make me happy. I was not rude, but they were. I will not be going back. Prices are also way too high for sandwiches. I don't know what they are thinking.

This café is nestled inside the VEA Newport Beach Resort and Spa. The ladies working the day we…read morewent were fantastic. Lines were long, but they moved through it quickly and efficiently. It was like a well-oiled machine! We ordered pastries and coffee both mornings we stayed at the hotel and always requested to have the pastries heated. From the time we ordered to pickup, everything came out quickly. The lattes we ordered had strong coffee flavor (which I love) and was solid. The ham & cheese croissant, brioche breakfast sandwich, almond croissant, cookie all hit the spot and were great to start the day with for me and my family of four. Elan Café is super convenient if you're staying at the hotel or just visiting. Will definitely be back! Thanks to the staff that worked the days we stayed. You guys were amazing!

Love this little cafe! Aesthetic and amazing and love the drinks! Will be going back:)read more

I went to Reborn Coffee in Corona del Mar two mornings in a row while staying in the area, which…read moresays a lot about how much we enjoyed it! It's a cute, clean coffee shop with plenty of seating both indoors and outside. Most customers seemed to be grabbing their coffee to go, but there's a nice, relaxed atmosphere if you want to sit and enjoy your drink. I ordered the Coconut Mocha Latte, and my daughter had the Caramel Sweet Cream Cold Brew Latte. Both drinks were delicious and, thankfully, not overly sweet. The flavors were just right and the coffee was well balanced. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the shop itself was bright, cute, and clean. Definitely a great little coffee spot if you're in the Corona del Mar area!

Super cute location by the beach, with outdoor seating and a small interior seating area as well…read more Drinks are consistent with other locations, servers were all very friendly and the service was fast! Solid spot for your coffee/matcha fix if you're in the area.

My friend fainted at the restaurant today! Every staff member was hands on and took very good care…read moreof us. Courtney, Kristen, and Jackie reassured us, took our orders, and just went above and beyond. The service was just amazing and this is my first time at this restaurant. This restaurant needs air conditioning!! PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE!! it's way too hot for the customers and the workers here. Summer in Socal is genuinely insane and it would be so much more comfortable. Thank you to the amazing staff who helped us out today. Food came out amazing and looked beautiful!

Great spot! Even with the crowd, a mellow yummy vibe once you got thru the ordering gauntlet…read more Drinks: I got their Hawaiian Cowboy on ice -the combo of honey and nutty maple milk was very tasty! I also got to sip the Desert Glaze, and the Blue Whale smoothie, both delicious. Food: came out honestly quicker than expected given the lunch time crowd, I got a plain old cali burrito, and it was delicious! My son got the breakfast version and it was fun try both, the pastor in the brekkie burrito was very tasty. I stole some fries from his girlfriend who got the turkey focaccia sandwich. Nicely crisp fries. The outdoor patio was a delightful spot, and tho crowded, we split a big table with other parties and everyone was friendly. Oh and Happy Birthday Salty Horse!, we saw hats and birthday cake :)

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

Cute little coffee shop on Balboa Island, just steps away from the beautiful Newport Harbor! They…read moreoffer tasty lattes and a tempting selection of pastries. I tried the butterscotch latte, and it was just right--sweet, creamy, with smooth espresso flavor. The staff was nice, and the space was clean and pleasant. Overall, a solid spot to grab a coffee while exploring the island.

Drink: 5/5 Service: 5/5…read moreAmbiance: 5/5 Packed I recommend it It was easy to find parking at 9.30

Okay so I needed to check out Kit Coffee because of all the hype. My drink was good, however I was…read moredisappointed in the overall experience. The line was to the door so we expected to wait, but geez was it a wait. The barista at the register was very nice and helpful about the menu. He answered our questions and seemed happy to help. The main menu you can see in line only has about 20% of the actual items on the menu. It makes sense why the wait took so long because everyone had to decide what they were ordering once at the counter. The barista that made our drink, I wish I could say I enjoyed more. While we were waiting for our order, s customer had an issue with her drink and she rolled her eyes when approached about it. She also snapped at many of her coworkers while customers were around. Her shirt was interesting, stating not to bother her because she bites. I don't know, I am all for a funny tee, but mixed with an off-putting experience came off unprofessional. My drinks itself was really good, I tried the salted maple latte with coconut cold foam. If I got it again, I would go without the foam. All of the breakfast items coming out looked delicious, I would want to get the breakfast burrito.

Was walking around the area with my cousins and saw this cute cafe. We got different drinks and…read moresome pastries/food and they were all delicious! Their beverages were all great and refreshing! The coffee was good and the sweetness was perfect. The matcha was earthy and not too sweet or not too bitter. The other drink we got was really refreshing! The avocado toast, açai bowl, and bagel were all delectable! The baristas working that day (lady with cat ears and guy with batman costume - great job on voice impression lol) were both very friendly, welcoming, and efficient/effective! Their recommendations were great and they made the drinks fast even with a large crowd.

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

Having breakfast at Rose Café & Bakery for the first time was a great experience. It's a nice…read morelittle quaint spot located on PCH and Orchid. Parking can be a little tricky depending on the day because of street sweeping, so keep that in mind. The café offers both indoor and outdoor seating, which is a nice option. It can get pretty busy inside since it's counter-service and the dining area is on the smaller side. The food was delicious, reasonably priced, and the service was friendly with smiles all around. There were three of us in our party--my mother, my grandson, and me. My mother ordered the grilled chicken sandwich, I had the California breakfast burrito, and my grandson ordered the Rose Benedict with the hollandaise sauce on the side. The portions were fair and satisfying, leaving everyone happy with their meal. If you're in the Corona del Mar area and looking for a quick breakfast, brunch, or snack, I definitely recommend giving Rose Café & Bakery a try. It's a charming neighborhood café with great food, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Honestly? I am such a fan. When i order a sandwich, THIS is what im looking for: a good, hearty,…read morescoobydoo-esque sandwich. My sandwich was decently hefty which i appreciate and VERY filling. The ONLY reason I give this 4 stars is because it is a NIGHTMARE trying to park and/or eat here on weekends. Long wait and it's a pain to try and order inside because it's packed to the brim. If you want to order take out though i think that's a slightly better option during busy hours since there's a kiosk outside that you can order from.

Wonderful little breakfast restaurant. The owner is very friendly and passionate as though today…read morewas the grand opening. They've been around for a couple years but the enthusiasm continues unwaveringly, which is great to see! Let him know if something is not right and he'll make it right, right away. Excellent customer service! The ambiance is cozy and welcoming. Their Billy Cakes aka Rolled Oat Pancakes are the star of the show. It seems like they mix some oatmeal into the pancake batter. I got the cinnamon which comes with homemade cinnamon butter on top. You don't need syrup. In fact next time I'll ask for a little extra cinnamon butter. I also tried a regular pancake with blueberries. That was equally awesome. I ordered the 2 + 2 + 2. The bacon was phenomenal. High quality with a nice subtle smokiness. My over easy eggs were too easy, so next time I'll ask for over medium. The Pastrami Breakfast Tacos were perfect. Again very high quality meats. I loved the Pastrami. The scrambled egg was cooked perfectly. The potatoes were seasoned with too much Cumin for my taste. The owner said they're constantly experimenting and evolving the flavors. I'm looking forward to the next iteration of the potatoes. The coffee was nice and bold. I can't wait to come back!

I've been wanting to try Little Billy's for a while, but every time I come by there's a line -- and…read morenow I totally understand why! The line/wait situation was a little confusing and I was definitely getting hangry , but everyone I spoke with was SO nice. I believe the owner even came over and was incredibly apologetic and kind about everything. They ended up giving me a pancake, which was such a sweet gesture. I ordered the buttermilk pancake and the chicken Caesar wrap and OMG -- both were amazing! The restaurant is also super cute inside, has a good amount of seating, a great menu, and really friendly service. I'll definitely be back! Just be prepared that there may be a wait... and maybe don't show up hangry like I did.