If you're walking around the Balboa Fun Zone or just getting off the ferry, Cowafornia is a great…read morespot to cool down. It has that classic, nostalgic beach-shack vibe that fits Newport perfectly. Frozen Lemonade: This was exactly what I needed! It was incredibly refreshing and had that perfect slushy consistency--not too sweet, just a great zesty kick for a warm day. Acai Bowl: The first thing you'll notice is the size--the portion was absolutely huge. It's definitely large enough to share or to serve as a full meal. While the base was a bit watery compared to some dedicated acai shops, the sheer volume and the fresh toppings made it a solid value for the price. The Vibe: The shop is right in the heart of the action on Bay Ave. It's a fun, bright place to stop by while you're exploring the peninsula. The service was quick, which is impressive considering how busy this area can get during the afternoon rush. Come here if you have a big appetite! Whether you want a refreshing drink or a giant bowl of fruit and acai, you definitely get your money's worth here.

We were with a large group of kids and purchased a lot of ice cream scoops and frozen bananas. The…read morecustomer service needs a little refresh. One of the kids got cotton candy ice cream and really disliked the flavor (the ice cream was untouched). I asked the person that helped me if we can get change just one of the ice creams for a different flavor (or even just half a scoop) and they said no and said I can only get another scoop if I purchase a new one. They also were speaking to me rudely. I was taken a bit aback since I've always worked in customer service myself.

Waaaaaay BETTER than Sugar and Spice! Too Sweet / Tutti Fruity uses real chocolate as opposed to…read moreSugar and spices non dairy milk chocolate? We drove 40 minutes and made the mistake of getting our frozen bananas at sugar n spice but were disappointed in their milk chocolate. Super thin and no chocolate taste. Stopped in at Tutti Fruity / Too Sweet to see what their chocolate covered frozen bananas were and HANDS DOWN! AMAZING! Thicker chocolate and the chocolate actually tastes like delicious chocolate! Next time... Too Sweet for frozen bananas for us!!

We are staying on balboa for a month and theyre treats were deliciousness absolutely loved the oreo…read morebark and balboa bars were amazing with real ice cream unlike Sugar n spice. Do not make the mistake of going there. Employees were friendly and gave me a sample of one of their toffee crunch candy. They have a good variety of toppings and candy so I would trust them w my life

The ice cream here is great! Friendly service and it smells…read moregood in there. Get a waffle cone with lemon zest, caramel and sea salt or vanilla and you wont be disappointed.

Ice cream and the shore go hand in hand - I've always found a parlor whenever I'm in a beach…read morecommunity. I had just finished dinner and was looking for a little dessert, and noticed Summerland while walking down the strip. That being said, I decided to check this place out. Summerland has a simple setup - walking in there's a small customer/queue area with the coolers arranged in an L shape. What stood out to me the most about Summerland was the fact that the ice creams are homemade. They had a lot of flavors to choose from, some traditional and others that were a little more adventurous. The French Coffee was speaking to me, so I went with that. They have several sizes of cups and cones - I decided on the smallest cup (they call it a kid size) that allows one scoop. The ice cream was really good - smooth and not overly sweet which was a welcome surprise. Overall, I was impressed with Summerland. The aesthetics leave something to be desired, but the ice cream was quality and I would return if I'm ever in the area again.

Loved the 50's ambiance. Loved the ice cream. And our server was a very nice guy who took care of…read moreus and helped us decide what we wanted. It's a little pricey, but the made us ice cream right in front of us. It was delicious also. Rocky Road Ice Cream: 10/10 - best Rocky Road I've ever had. Buckeye: 9/10 - if you like peanut butter, this is your thing. It was pretty spectacular! I loved eating a bite of mine then taking a bite of my wife's. The flavors worked great together.

New Update: The Owner deleted all her horrible comments and now added new ones. I've added the old…read moreones in the screenshots to let everyone know what kind of person she is and so I don't look like I'm being spontaneously mean. Update: the owner responded and called me fat. She's so dumb that she read a review saying she'll respond with hate and she did. I guess she cant comprehend what it means to take the bait. Also the whole scab on my neck thing: I've been feeling some weird clicking and numbness in my neck. I asked my girlfriend to touch that part of my neck to see if I can feel her touching me. No scabs were present or removed but it's super creepy that she remembers a detail about our visit that I forgot two days after our visit. She also commented on this review real quick. Maybe focus on running your business instead of trying to trash the customers. Stay away from this circus and this clown. I enjoyed the ice cream but the menu was very confusing. However the real reason I'm never coming back? The insecure owner attacking every bad review. She also lies in her attacks. Imagine owning a business and instead of trying to change the opinion of a bad experience with apologies and free ice cream, you try and make them feel like they were the ones in the wrong. I'm sure she DM me or comment on this post. If you don't believe me, read her comments on the other bad reviews. I'd steer clear of this place. Ain't worth the attacks.

I LOVE chocolate covered frozen bananas!! There were at least 3 on this street. I tried the one…read morenext door yesterday. Today I decided to try Dad's. There are benches across the window so you can kind of hang out there or walk up/down the fun little street while enjoying your treats which are served in separate paper boats for easy handling. Service was great. You can either order from the window or order inside but that's probably more for ice cream. Service was quick. I ordered from the window and they made your banana right in front of you. Then you pay. Easy peasy. Although both places I tried were excellent, I prefer Dad's because: 1. Banana came in different sizes. 2. The banana was more ripe and sweet. 3. They had a better variety of toppings/coatings like almond, granola, and coconut. But the butter brickle topping that was so yummy! We don't have anything like this in the SF Bay Area so I was in heaven! I would come back here next time!

This is my go to spot for a frozen banana on Balboa Island. They've got a quick service window that…read morecan take care of any frozen treat craving quickly and easily. They've got all sorts of different options for the frozen banana, including Oreo, toffee, chocolate chips, sprinkles, or a combination of a whole bunch of stuff. This is one of two banana places, but in my opinion, this place is superior. Everyone's going to have an opinion about that of course. But it's a classic environment and you can also get ice cream there. Overall, five stars and unnecessary stop on any trip to Balboa Island.

Easy. Decent selection of coffee, donuts, drinks, breakfast sandwiches and more. On our way to the…read moreferry, the kids and I grabbed so many noms to feed everyone. The winner before heading out to Catalina was the croissant sandwiches. Get that. So good. This place gets busy bc it's right by the entrance loading docks to hop onto the ferries. Excellent location. Clean, variety of options, and there are public restrooms directly across the street from the donut shop and loading station. If you're looking to grab something quick local, this is perfect and inexpensive right before heading into Catalina for full relaxation or mayhem.

This small mom and pop bakery is so good. The sandwiches are so good! The donuts are fluffy and…read moreflavorful. The ice cream is delicious. Plus they have chips, sodas, and energy drinks. The worker at the counter was nice but it was hard to hear her (between the plexi and her soft voice) and there is some seating on the side of the ice cream. Overall really enjoyed it here

After a nice walk to the beach I came in to grab a bite. Really good egg sandwich's, fresh pressed…read morejuices! Very fast service and pretty good prices, Bagels were not my favorite and looked boiled only.

who needs seaside when you have doughboy?!…read more great late night donut spot with the kindest owner ever! trust all the other reviews hyping her up; she is genuinely the sweetest & gave us free donuts without us even knowing :') there was no line and plenty of parking when we went around midnight on a thursday. they're very close to the main newport beach strip, just a 5 min drive they had a pretty wide assortment of donuts, but stopped selling their red velvet a while ago, which i was super hyped to try. they also have a drink menu but i didn't get one this time around. can't wait to go back!

Tucked inside the food court at Fashion Island, you will find one of the few Mochinuts in the OC…read more What are mochinuts you ask? Well, if you haven't jumped on the TikTok bandwagon yet they are basically a mix of traditional American donuts and Japanese Mochi. Made with rice and tapioca flour, they come in the signature "pon de ring" shape that makes them very identifiable. I've been curious about them for awhile but never wanted to cheat on my classic doughnuts. When the glistening new mochinuts caught my eye, I figured it might be the time to start trying other doughnuts lol When I finally caved and purchased some and opened my box of mochinuts, I was pleasantly surprised. I would best describe them as soft, chewy, but not too sticky. Flavors were very mild and despite the enticing decorative toppings, the mochinuts all tasted relatively the same. Additionally, I recommend you devour these morsels when they are fresh as they don't age well with time. By the next morning, the toppings started melting off the tops of my mochinuts. Were they still edible? Yes but I would recommend placing it in the microwave for about 15 seconds to soften them again. Overall, It was a great first experience and I definitely recommend giving them a whirl! Happy Eats!

For some reason, I've never been a big fan of mochinut even though I love mochi. However, when I…read moresaw the pretty selections at Mochinut Newport Beach at Fashion Island, I couldn't resist. Lady staff was welcoming. Bought a box of 3 mochinut for $13.99 which I thought was a tad steep, but hey, sometimes we have to splurge a little especially when we're on vacation. They were packaged in a long pretty pink box. *Cookie & Cream (overly sweet) *Dubai Chocolate Drizzle (top choice!) *Strawberry Funnel (just okay) I may want to try their original mochinut and hot Cheetos corn dog next time. Btw, they seem to have tons of locations based on the cities listed on their plastic bag.