Life is Short - Eat Dessert First - Orange County, California
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Slice of Heaven
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Slice of Heaven
Baked Treats
Fresh and delicious donuts that are worth the wait. Look for their new and special revolving flavors. They seem to always have a line so order ahead to save time.
Sidecar Doughnuts & Coffee
My go to for cupcakes and cakes. They are always fresh, and the cream cheese frosting is amazing!
SusieCakes- Newport Beach
A local favorite for fresh bread, baked goods and sandwiches. Worth the wait!
C'est Si Bon Bakery
These are a great sweet treat that gifts well. Get a variety dozen of the little bunditinis - be sure to get a few of the red velvet.
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Funnel cakes bring back memories of the summer fair. Your order is freshly made. Add chocolate, whipped cream, powdered sugar, ice cream or fruit to make it your own special treat.
The Funnel House
These made to order churros are located in the Mercado in Costa Mesa. Add a leche, caramel, hazelnut or chocolate sauce for dipping. Pair with one of their specialty hot chocolate drinks
El Moro Churrería
Sweet and savory pies perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner especially with one of their sides.
Pop Pie Co. Costa Mesa
Warm cookies and milk is a classic treat and the ones here will not disappoint. They also have excellent handmade ice cream in a variety of flavors.
Milk & Cookies
A trendy bakery with unique and delicious pastries and sandwiches. The almond croissant is one of the best I've had. Usually a long line, especially on the weekends, but it moves pretty fast.
Bag of Cakes
A cute European cafe with an impressive bakery, coffee and store
Costa Mesa - Moulin
A quaint “Parisian” cafe to enjoy your favorite crepe, pastry or croissant sandwich
LITTLE FRANCE COFFEE & BAKERY - Updated April 2025 - Yelp
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Cold Treats
Seriously the best homemade ice cream around. You can get two flavors side by side which I recommend.
Rich Farm Ice Cream
Traditional gelato at its finest made with organic and high-quality ingredients. They have really good sorbet also.
Bacio di Latte | Fashion Island, Newport Beach, OC
A cute self-serve frozen yogurt place with changing flavors and an array of toppings.
Yogurt America's Cup - Yelp
Get a smoothie or juice from the recommended combinations or make your own. You can also get acai bowls and snacks.
Juice It Up! Costa Mesa 17th Street – Near Me – Health – Wellness
Classic and custom acai bowls that are so good. They have so many options you can go and never get the same bowl.
Costa Mesa - Blue Bowl
Unique flavored ice cream made in small batches. They have vegan options and pints to go.
Stella Jean's
A popular and charming ice cream and Italian ice shop. They have vegan, diary free and gluten free options that they make there.
Confetti Italian Ice and Custard
Delicious cold treats made with vanilla, chocolate or swirl ice cream. Select a classic or specialty bar, soft serve or frozen banana.
South Swell Ice Cream
If you want a different ice cream treat like passionfruit cacao, chrysanthemum honeycomb or chai churros and milk this is your place. You'll go back for more.
