I'm not going to lie. When I first saw this place I thought it was a Boston market rip-off... A…read moreplace for old people to go to get something before they go home to watch Jeopardy and go to bed. This could not be farther from the truth. I was pleasantly surprised when I walked in the door to find a very open, airy, and inviting environment. Going up to the counter. The people were very friendly and willing to make suggestions. So ordering was a breeze. After they took my order and I paid they gave me a number and a cup and sent me on my way to my table awaiting them to deliver my food. I got to tell you the guava lemonade is to absolutely die for! I could drink a gallon of that with no problem at all. For my food. I ordered the not so fried Chicken Sandwich and a side crunchy apple salad. It was the perfect amount of food. And the flavors were so on point. I could hardly believe it. I can't believe I was so judgmental about a place without even going there, it just shows what happens when you put your assumptions before fact. The bottom line? I will absolutely be coming back to this place again when I'm in town. It is the perfect midday meal. I don't feel heavy and bloated like I would after a huge Burger and fries, and the flavors were very fresh and inviting. Go check this out if you get a chance!

I had a great experience with the catering team at Mendocino Farms in Costa Mesa. Dani was…read moreincredibly helpful and made planning simple. She listened to what I needed and offered menu ideas that fit the event perfectly. I will definitely work with them again. Dani made the whole process stress free.

The food was food, friendly staff and great service! Great spot to bring kids for a meal.read more

My new after gym spot. Everything is fire…read more I had the chicken kabob plate. Chicken was juicy. Vegetables grilled to perfection. Chefs kiss

Just ordered their Steak and Potatoes Bowl and Broth COMBINATION to work. Love it! Super healthy,…read moretastes great. The bone broth is flavorful and the steak is really tender and juicy. This is going to be a go to spot when ordering online from work.

My first time coming to Bloom Croft and Kitchen in Costa Mesa and it was a good experience. This…read moreis a nicely decorated and charming café with a cozy, welcoming atmosphere. I came here for lunch by myself and took my food to go. The staff was friendly and offered a few top menu items. I ended up getting their Jidori Chicken Salad Bowl which had chicken breast marinated in lemon, garlic, rosemary flavors over romaine mixed greens. It was around $19 and it was OK but the chicken was super salty! I also got a side of duck bone borth 16 ounces that was around $10 and it was bland and also too salty. I was contemplating adding hot water to dilute the salt but then it would be more bland. I have to say it was a bit disappointing experience for me as I read all the reviews before coming here. I think next time I will dine in and see if they can customize their salt level. I know it is hard with broth but we will see.

This review covers my experience across multiple locations, including Harbor Boulevard in Costa…read moreMesa and Beach Boulevard in Huntington Beach. When I first started coming to Board and Brew, I would have given it a solid five stars, but my perspective has shifted after six years of exploring other local options in the county. The Evolution of the Experience: * Ingredients: While the food is definitely better than a pre-made deli sandwich from a grocery store, it isn't exactly top-tier. The bread and meat are good, but as you try more specialized places, you realize these are fairly standard. * The Famous Sauce: Their signature sauce is tasty, but it feels like it contains a high amount of monosodium glutamate (MSG). MSG is a neuro-exciter that can make people feel overstimulated or unwell after eating it, and it feels particularly intense in this recipe. * Consistency: Both the Huntington Beach and Costa Mesa locations were great initially, but they now feel more like a solid, middle-of-the-road option. The Best Use Case: * Catering & Events: Even with a three-star rating, this is absolutely the place I would go if I needed catering for a birthday party or a large event. Their pricing and preparation for bulk orders are hard to beat. Final Thoughts: If Yelp allowed half-stars, I'd probably give this a 3.5. It's a reliable, solid sandwich shop, but the ingredient quality and the intensity of the MSG in the sauce keep it from being a five-star favorite for me anymore. Edit: The owner replied to my comment about how their food is high quality, but 6 years of taste testing says otherwise. While you may not add pure MSG crystals to your sauce, it still contains MSG.It is misleading to claim "No MSG" or "High Quality" when the sauce relies on ingredients that are chemically identical to it. For instance: Tomatoes and Tomato Paste: These are among the highest natural sources of free glutamate. If the recipe uses tomato paste--as many copycats do--it will test positive for MSG. Soy Sauce & Worcestershire Sauce: Both frequently cited in recipes for this sauce, these contain naturally occurring MSG through fermentation or hydrolysis. Nutritional Yeast: Often used to provide a savory flavor, it naturally contains high levels of glutamate.Hydrolyzed Proteins: Ingredients like "hydrolyzed vegetable protein" (HVP) or "yeast extract" are processed specifically to release glutamates. Legally, a company might say they "don't use MSG" if they don't add the pure additive, but that is a technicality. MSG is linked to various health issues for sensitive individuals, and just because many consider it "safe" doesn't mean it's healthy or non-harmful. If the food is truly "high quality," why rely on these additives to create flavor? Best Wishes

I consider myself above average in the field of sandwich expertise. I work in the field as a…read moreRegional Manager, I enjoy sandwiches still and I try out different spots often to see what the "competition" is like. Board and Brew is definitely top notch! I was deciding on where to snag lunch on my way to another store doing my rounds and I really wanted a sandwich. I decided to get the Turkado, some dirty Maui chips and drink. The total came to $17 and some change, not bad about the avg for the area and any lunch. The service was great, the woman who helped me was nice, and efficient, she helped me select what chips to get. Not much bantering but I do enough of that at work, so all good here. The store was clean, nice vibe, music. My order was ready in the time it took me to fill my soda cup and sit down to scroll 1 scroll thru outlook emails. Maybe 5-7 mins the woman who gave me my order asked if I wanted some secret sauce on the side, and put it in the bag. The bag felt heavy! The sub was huge! Probably 8inches bread was nice and springy, there was enough lettuce, tomato and sauces on it. I love the sunflower seeds, gives it a nice little crunch. The meat is more of a very thin piled high but there is a lot of it! I like how the sub is assembled meat, cheese, toppings sauce, it seems to hold together nicely.

Well trying to find a last minute place to eat on a Saturday night we found deli nerds. Put a…read moreperson experience! The service was over the top they really went the extra mile to make sure we had everything we needed. The food was excellent as well. Highly recommended!

Hellooooo this place is AMAZING!!! They have the right vibe for every occasion. Breakfast burrito…read moreand coffee on the go? They have it. Sit down lunch while getting work done? Easy. Trivia night & drinks with your friends? DING DING DING! As a vegan it's hard to find places with lots of good options, but Deli Nerds has soooo many options AND tofu!! It's rare to find places with good vegan protein sources but here we are! They have so many fun cocktails, wine & beer, and pickle beer (my absolute fave). Things can easily be modified and I love how huge their menu selection is! Plus they had live music on the patio when I went on Friday night and it was poppin!!! Such a fun spot no matter what time of day or what day of the week (: I highly recommend checking them out ASAP

I used to be a huge fan of goop kitchen, especially the one in the South Bay Area. I don't know if…read moreit's a location difference or just quality hasn't remained the same. They didn't have the lasagna on the menu anymore. I did have the penne ala vodka again and it was the highlight. The fusilli was a regular pasta - nothing special. The winter squash pizza was average, lacking in flavor, but the falafel wrap I would order again. The desserts were good (pumpkin bread was not too sweet, brownie was what you'd expect, the almond cookies were the best).

Located in a ghost kitchen, very limited parking spaces…read more Ordered the falafel wrap (herby aioli), chicken Caesar wrap (spicy caesar), and teriyaki salmon roll. Our salmon roll came super cold and the rice paper was hard- they probably premade this and just had it sitting in the fridge. Also, warning- none of these had sauce inside the wraps. They came undressed, basically just plain ingredients wrapped in a cold tortilla and the portion was much smaller than expected. I mean, you'll feel healthy and light after eating these but don't think it's worth going out of your way to get. Came in with low expectations bc we knew Gwyneth likes her stuff HEALTHY so we kinda knew they would skimpy with seasoning or flavor, wanted to keep an open mind, but it was disappointing after seeing all the positive reviews on social media. Likely would not come back again.

Pleasantly surprised about the food and kombucha! Service was quick, ordered over the phone and…read morepaid in person. The establishment is at the edge of the street and they have lots of seating outside. Tuna melt 5/5 the sourdough bread is perfectly cooked! It gives a nice crunch and the tuna is very fresh. It's different from most tuna sandwiches. Overall a solid tuna sandwich So yummy, i occasionally think about this

Fantastic find on a whim. I found lots of healthy options in the area, but this one looked and…read moresounded a bit different. Name alone was intriguing. Stopped in for a late lunch and was very impressed. It's walk up to order and food is brought to your table. All seating is outside. Interesting and varied menu with a kambucha bar worked well. It is also a small market with Interesting and healthy options.

Recently tried the new-ish CAVA in HB, and if you're a fan of the build-your-own bowl concept, this…read moreplace delivers. They offer a few preset bowls, but I'm definitely more of a build it my way person...basically trying to pile the bowl as high as possible with all my favorites. The bowls aren't cheap, but there are a ton of ingredients and flavors to work with, so if you pick wisely you'll end up with something pretty tasty. I went with half steak and half honey chicken, which was a great combo. The steak had nice flavor, and the honey chicken added just a touch of sweetness. The hardest part is always choosing sauces. I grabbed the green sauce, which looked great, and tried to get the orange one too--but they were running low so I only got a couple squirts. Slight sauce disappointment... but still good. I also added the crispies, which gave the bowl a little crunch. Between the textures and flavors you get sweet, savory, a little tangy--lots going on in a good way. The portion was big enough that I actually had some leftovers for the next day, which held up well. Overall, a solid spot if you like the make-your-own bowl places. Lots of flavors, clean restaurant, and a fun way to mix things up depending on your mood.

Service is so slow Something needs the food is so so…read moreJust awful This place is so bad

I've been back twice now and every time the food is amazing. The service is great and they are very…read morehelpful when ordering. Also, if you're vegan, this is a must try!

Food has good flavor and reasonable portions. Ordered the turkey avocado sandwich and it was very…read moregood. Acai bowls were good too, but acai was slightly melted. I would recommend this place.

I had to take a second to write this because the experience was that good…read more Andres at CAVA is on another level. From the moment I walked in, he brought great energy, was genuinely welcoming, and made the whole experience feel personal instead of rushed. You can tell he actually cares about what he's doing -- not just going through the motions. He helped me build the perfect bowl, gave solid recommendations, and made sure everything was dialed in exactly how I wanted it. On top of that, his attitude stood out the most -- positive, attentive, and just real. That kind of service is rare. People like Andres are the reason I'll keep coming back. CAVA is lucky to have him. Give that man a raise.

CAVA is my favorite Mediterranean fast-casual spot and easily my go-to for healthy fast food…read more I love the salad bowls, and the braised lamb is always my order, it's flavorful, tender, and really satisfying. The toppings are great too, with plenty of options that let you build something fresh without it feeling boring. I used to go to CAVA all the time when I lived in New York, so I'm genuinely happy to have one here in Costa Mesa now. Reliable, healthy, and consistently good, this place never lets me down.