Cafe Mimosa

★★★★☆ 4 (934) • $$

"If you're looking for somewhere cozy for brunch with good mimosas and an amazing benedict, Cafe Mimosa is the place for you! You can't go wrong with any of the mimosa options but my favorite was the peach because it was pretty refreshing. If you're looking for a sweet and fruity option, I highly suggest the mango. I would go with the elderberry for a lighter option. As for food, I had the pork belly Benedict and it was by far one of the best benedicts I've ever had. I'm always weary of ordering pork belly because I never know if it'll be crisp enough BUT the pork belly here was everything I was hoping for it to be. Also, the hollandaise was unique compared to others and I'm so glad that I gave this a try."

Creme de La Crepe

★★★★☆ 4.4 (719) • $$

"We were there for my friends 40th birthday. We had the whole restaurant booked for our private party except outside. Cute littel place in Huntington Beach. Parking wasn't too bad located inside the Old World Village. We started with french onion soup which was superb. All the ones from other restaurants were on the salty side but this one from here was super flavorful and not salty at all. They paired all the appetizers with rose to start. The group had three options to pick from but my husband and I both decided to get soup. For our main course we opted in for Chicken Dijon and Beef Bourguignon and our main course was paired with cabernet sauvignon. Last but least for our dessert we got creme brulee and nutella banana and they were both delicious. Creme brulee was another level of creaminess and full of flavor. Glad we were able to try authentic French food and we all walked out happy. They definitely have lot of wine options vs beer options but Spaten beer we got were pretty good (almost tasted like better tasting New Castle beer). Definitely will go back for their breakfast. Cute place and two owners were super friendly and loved the european accent."

The Dock

★★★★☆ 4.3 (598) • $$$

"Hidden away on a quiet street, The Dock captures your attention right away as it is the only restaurant that is bright enough to be noticed. Upon entering the restaurant, you are greeted by the host and a wall full of wine. The host takes you to the back where the salty air and smell of wine permeates the room. For those of you who like to be surrounded by the wading boats and laughter in the room, this is the place where you can forget your arguments and be truly present. Come and order a drink for the occasion. I got Endless Summer and truly, it was the last drink before the season changes again. As an appetizer, I got the octopus, a small dish where you'll still have room for more food. As the main entrees, I got the fish of the day and of course, the lamb. If you ever had lamb anywhere else, well, those restaurants cannot compare to this one at The Dock. The lamb was cooked nicely and without the gamey taste, which is my preference. I would go back here again for the location, good, and ambiance."

Rendez Vous French Bakery and Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.2 (601) • $$

"My friend really really likes the almond croissant here. She been wanting to take me here to try it. I didn't have plans today, so I decided to go with her. Right when we walked in, I was happy to see all the pastries. The setup, like the seating and the decor, made the bakery look very cute.We got an almond croissant, butternut squash soup, and egg Benedict (smoked salmon).I didn't think any of the items we got really stand out. My fav was probably the butternut squash soup. I didn't feel the salmon was that fresh. Overall, the benedict it was ok.The almond croissant was good, but it can't compare to places I have been to. It was fresh, for sure. It had enough filling but lacked the almond flavor. It was served warm, so kudos for that.I wanted to try their drinks, but my friend didn't let me order it even though I was the one paying. Lol she kept insisting the coffee ain't good. Overall, the place was decent. Will I drive here myself? Prob not..."

Mimi's Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.6 (721) • $$

"Always a cozy, warm and inviting place to eat and talk, share memories, make new ones with friends and family."

Pandor Artisan Bakery & Café

★★★★☆ 3.7 (492) • $$

"The site: One of three restaurants this building. Cha Cha's on one end, and a barbecue restaurant on the other. Building next door is B J 's Brew house. The parking lot is crowded as heck during peak times. Overall a nice but busy area.The vibe: Warm and busy. I've only had lunch here once but lots of times for their pastries when they open. It can quickly fill up - at peak times the seating can be impossible. The pastries are beautifully displayed. The big printed wall menu is a nice touch.Service: You pay first and they either bring it out to you or you pick up. You may have to wait in line awhile, but the employees have always been helpful explaining the items.The food: French cafe sty;e food with a wide variety of beautifully made pastries, coffee, sandwiches, soup, salads (including salmon), and cake. The lunch item I ordered was the chicken pesto sandwich which I liked. But what I like most are their pastries. My favorites include the cinnamon twist which is dough twisted with a butter-cinnamon-sugar filling and dusted with powdered sugar. Hint: If you take it home, put it in warm over for 5-10 minutes and let is cool slightly. It'll be warm and crispy, tender and sweet with a great aroma. Also like the the tarts - cookie crust with different fillings - raspberry, multi fruit, pear, pecan. They're small but rich in taste. There is a wide variety of buttery croissants, like chocolate and apple which are yummy. However my favorite item is their almond croissant. It's generously filled with almond paste in a butter croissant and almond slices on top. If you get there at opening, you might get lucky and it will still be warm. It's the only thing I've ever eaten in my car before going home to bring the rest of my haul home. If the place was bigger, I'd probably come here more often for lunch or even dinner. Also the pastries I've bought are $6 so it ain't cheap/"

Mimi's Cafe

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (664) • $$

"Mimi's Cafe is a chain of casual restaurants serving American food with a touch of French bistro influence that I visit occasionally. Authentic or not, their onion soup is richly flavorful and delicious and is topped with a generous portion of melted cheese. It is probably one of their signature dishes on the menu. Some of my other favorites include their pot roast which is cooked French style in a red wine sauce and parmesan crusted chicken breast filet served over linguini with a zesty marinara sauce.I recently had a chicken pot pie, and it was surprisingly good. For some reasons it is quite difficult to find a good and hearty chicken pot pie in the Southland. I was impressed at first glance by its buttery, flaky, and perfectly golden-brown crust. The pie was stuffed with plenty of chicken and vegetables blended in a rich and savory sauce. The only slight disappointment was that it was a bit dry. It would have been perfect if there were more sauce inside the pie. But overall, I was happy about the meal.And don't forget that they have some of the best breakfasts in town. I am a big fan of their breakfast potatoes and house made sausages. Their quiches are also a great breakfast option that are not available in too many places early in the morning. Last but not the least, don't forget to check out their fried chicken and waffles."

Gemmell's Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.7 (414) • $$$

"We discovered Gemmell's last year in search of something new and different to us. First visit was lunch and we were soooooooo pleased we've been back 2X now for dinner. This visit was a birthday celebration. This place serves French food and this is what French food is supposed to taste like. Chicken Piccata is hands down the best we've tasted anywhere. The Spinach Salad is just that; spinach. No fancy cranberries, walnuts, cheese etc. Just spinach tossed in a light bacon dressing. Soups are amazing, but don't skip the Feuillette with asparagus.Lastly, save room for a souffle. They have Chocolate and Grand Marnier. Order these when they serve your entree as they take around 20 minutes.They are situated far away from the redevelopment going on at Dana Point Harbor, so don't let that deter you. Free parking, of course."

Maldon’s Bistro

★★★★★ 4.6 (262) • $$

"Incredible dedicated gluten free breakfast/lunch place. Blown away by the made to order cinnamon rolls hot out of the oven on a cast iron skillet, and their out of this world sourdough bread. I've been a gf baker for 20 years and my daughter works in a gf bakery. I am very impressed with the taste and texture of their bread, and my son, the gluten eater agrees!The staff is lovely, and it's a beautiful location inside and out. Lots of little touches of love throughout. Everything is fresh and from scratch, and it shows. The tartines and the American breakfast are fab! Also, the thickly sliced smoked bacon, hello, maybe the best we've ever had.I had the pleasure of eating there twice before heading back to the Bay and I miss it already. Fortunately for me, I was able to make room for their giant sourdough loaf in my carry on!"

Crepes De Paris

★★★★☆ 4.1 (148) • $

"Great place for savory and/or sweet crepes! We've been to this locations 5+ times and we've enjoyed it every time. Recommend the Chicken Spinach (3.8/5.0), Mixed Berries (3.9/5.0), Le Moulin Rouge (4.0/5.0), and Warm Wish (4.4/5.0). The piña colada (4.7/5.0) smoothie is also very delicious.There's plenty of parking since it's located within a mall. There is limited seating inside the cafe and a few tables outside but we haven't had any issues finding a seat even on weekends. The only downside is that depending on how busy they are, the food can take 15-30 minutes to be ready. But the wait is definitely worth it."

The Rosemary Room

★★★★☆ 4.4 (18)

"The atmosphere is very nice and contemporary.The service provided by Justin and Erica is World class customer service.My server recommended the Chashu Hash Skillet - crispy potatoes, maple soy glazed Long Beach mushrooms, pickled Fresno chiles, and two sunny side eggs. The food tasted amazing you definitely will not be disappointed!The coffee was pretty good too, they have espresso and variety of flavor syrups."

The French Avenue

★★☆☆☆ 2.3 (32)

"I'm shocked with the negative reviews. I got the bacon Bri sandwich and my sister got the chicken pesto. Both were delicious and hot. It comes with potato chips. The pomegranate sparkling refresher was delicious. I also got the raspberry gelato and it was delicious as well!!! Service was fast and she was so kind! They just opened so I am hoping that they add more decor to this location. I will most definitely come back. One of my fave spots for sure"

C'est La Vie

★★★★☆ 3.8 • $$

"Had lunch at C' est La Vie today. Beautiful ocean view from our table on the outside patio. A great view of the Laguna Beach Light House and coastline. Great food. Excellent service. Delicious pastries to go."

Pandor Artisan Bakery & Café

★★★★☆ 4.2 • $$

"Wow!!!! Our first time here !! I don't live too far and have never tried their food ! My daughter said "mom i want a real Parisian sandwich!! So here we are :) what a treat, omg so delicious!! I recommend the Le' Parisian !!!! Yummy I will be back!!"

BO-beau kitchen + roof tap

★★★★☆ 4.3 • $$$

"The rooftop is a great place to hangout and people-watch if you're sitting at the ledge. Service was great, food was tasty and we enjoyed being outside.The noise level wasn't bad. I guess it may have been if we had a larger party, but the hubby and I were huddled close together so it was perfect!"