i've been living in orange county for 2 years now and every time I get to show someone around I realize how happy I am here.
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there is probably a coffee shop every mile here
daydream is a must see if you're in newport beach- a surf shop that doubles as a coffee shop? with deeeelliiiiccciiiooouuussss dirty chais? I'm so there. and you should be too.
Daydream
so cozy. there's usually a fire lit in here- one of my favorite journaling spots
Freelance Coffee Project
best cold foam in orange county!
Vacancy Coffee
my favorite cappucino in newport. my best friend Rylee gets me one every Sunday before church :')
KIT Coffee
great place to grab a quick coffee/breakfast burrito!
Hola Adios
this has quickly become one of my favorite hangout spots! great location, great vibes, great people. they also host monthly karaoke here!
Work In Progress
super underrated! really ideal for actually getting work done because it's usually really quiet in there
Neat Coffee
they make all their syrups in house…..including a butterscotch syrup…..
Huskins Coffee - Balboa Island
open late! great vibes! fireplace! nice baristas!
Herst Coffee Roasters
blew up on tiktok so the lines are CRAZY on the weekends- but their dirty vanilla chai is so worth it
Alta Coffee
FOOD
california is giving new york a run for it's money on food. but don't tell nyc i said that.
get the mag-e-de and thank me later!!!! BEST ROLL EVER!
SOTA
i don't even crave pizza but i craaaave the sweet and spicy from truly pizza. not overhyped. such a fun date spot too!
Truly Pizza
9/10 times will see taylor from real housewives of Beverly Hills here. like actually every time I have gone I've seen her. SO beautiful for sunset!
The Deck
i love to do a 5 o'clock balboa walk and end it with oaxacan steak tacos from here! sweet little spot!
Todos Santos Restaurant | Balboa Island, Newport Beach
brunch on a sunny day!
Arc Butcher & Baker
so many locations around OC. the best tacos & burritos! an OC trusty classic.
Bear Flag Fish Co.
yet another OC staple. i love their floutas!!!! best after church lunch. casual and yummy!
Costa Mesa – Avila's El Ranchito
best beach day in newport includes walking to sanchos for a burrito I don't make the rules but I usually do make pretty good suggestions
Sancho's Tacos
my death row meal might be the chicken sandwich which I know sounds INSANE but it is literally so good
R+D Kitchen
emerald kale and rotisserie salad is to die for. get a side of fries and a glass of justin. the TRIFECTA!
Gulfstream
sooooooooo yummy. also always fun to hangout around this area- lots to do!
Slurpin Ramen Bar | Best Ramen in CA | Ramen near me
i need to go here more & not just for special occasions. the best vibes, service, food. 5 stars from me.
Trenta Pizza & Cucina
comfort food. comfort vibes. the pink sauce is mmmmmm
The Original Mama D's Italian Kitchen
there's one in laguna & one in costa mesa- the laguna one is superior because of the speakeasy next door!
AhbA
my boyfriend's favorite and my second place (only to Sota in my opinion.)
Sushi on Fire
bevs
let's get silly!
can't go wrong. bar, club, another club = mutts, beach, mutts, beach
Mutt Lynch's
my friends and i love this brewery & go most fridays
Salty Bear Brewing
another cute little brewery- also has food! in and outdoor seating!
Green Cheek Beer Co.
fun speakeasy! seriously such a cool ambiance and yummy drinks
Cowboys & Poodles
chill speakeasy in the back of a pizza restaurant!
