Whether it’s the important meal of the day or that glorious chunk of the weekend where breakfast and lunch collide, Newport Beach is the land of sun, surf, and stellar spots to satisfy those breakfast and brunch cravings. From sipping on orange juice with a boozy boost by the ocean, digging into a fluffy stack of pancakes, or starting the day off right with a helping of nourishing greens, we’ve rounded up our list of destinations for every breakfast and brunch situation you need to sample.

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COFFEE SPOTS

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KIT COFFEE

1617 Westcliff Dr #103, Newport Beach, CA 92660 | @kitcoffee | Kit is a friendly neighborhood haunt made for gathering. Pop in for your favorite coffee or bring your laptop and stay for a working brunch. 

ALTA 

506 31st St, Newport Beach, CA 92663 | @altacoffee | In addition to some of the freshest coffee and most delicious breakfast in town, Alta offers croissants, muffins, cobblers, and quichettes baked daily. It is also a popular spot for local artists and poets to showcase their work! 

DAYDREAM SURF SHOP

1588 Monrovia Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92663 | @daydreamsurfshop | Serving up morning brews and stocking surf essentials, Daydream is effectively the Newport surfer’s unofficial club house. Enjoy coffee or tea while pondering the ideal board/wave pairing to maximize stoke, creativity, and good vibes.  

KEAN COFFEE

2043 Westcliff Dr #100, Newport Beach, CA 92660 | @keancoffee | A staple in Newport since the 70s, Kéan Coffee hand selects their coffees from around the globe, roasting them onsite daily. It’s a must for the discerning coffee drinker who wants to know their coffee is conscientiously grown and ethically sourced. They also feature a plethora of non-coffee crowd-pleasers, like sipping chocolates and matcha, along with pastries baked fresh by local artisan bakeries. 

HUSKINS

229 Marine Ave, Unit A, Newport Beach, CA 92662 | @huskins.coffee | Huskins is a Balboa must for morning or midday fuel-ups. We recommend sampling the shop’s homage to Canadian owner and retired NHL player, Ken Huskins, which features a splash of maple syrup to sweeten your brew. Or, grab a latte before popping into Blue Atlas Marketplace and the Balboa Island Museum, which are both just down the street. 

COFFEE DOSE

2675 Irvine Ave suite e, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 | @coffeedoscafe | From their signature Anti Bitch Blend roast to their Rx Lattes (think: collagen, charcoal, etc. add-ins) Dose delivers on the caffeine with a complementary dose (pardon the pun) of cheek. Equally welcoming to the coffee snob as they are to the extra-syrup-with-a-side-of-Instagram crowd, expect real, high-quality ingredients and ample humor.

MILLIGRAM COFFEE + KITCHEN

234 E 17th St Suite 107, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 | @milligramcoffeeandkitchen | Milligram Coffee + Kitchen serves up a European-inspired menu alongside carefully-selected single origins, espresso blends, and cold brews. Sidle up for a caffeinated beverage while you work, then toast your diligence with a selection from their cocktail, wine, or beer menu. 

HERST COFFEE ROASTERS

3400 Via Lido, Newport Beach, CA 92663 | @herstcoffee | Herst Coffee Roasters is a specialty coffee roastery offering craft coffee and gourmet pastries in a bright, tranquil space. Enjoy fireside in their lounge or on the patio during your coffee, breakfast, or brunch break.

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QUICK & HEALTHY

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GREENLEAF

234 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 | @eatdrinkgreenleaf | Greenleaf serves up good-for-you gourmet meals made with clean, seasonal ingredients. With a self-professed obsession with health and wellness, Greenleaf offers a fast-casual experience perfect for the diet-restricted diner.

JAN’S HEALTH BAR

3021 East Coast Hwy suite a, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625 | @janshealthbar | Jan’s Health Bar was serving up healthy, wholesome food before going gluten-free was trendy. And since 1972, Jan’s has prioritized fresh ingredients from local vendors to deliver quality, clean food, prepared simply. You’ll find fresh juices and smoothies, sandwiches, soups, salads, as well as vegetarian and vegan options, but none of the pretense or inaccessibility that can keep amateur health-nuts at bay. 

VIBE

1000 Bristol St N, Newport Beach, CA 92660 | @eatdrinkvibe | All organic, all gluten-free, all the time. Expect globally-inspired nutritious, plant-based food and juices that’s heavy on the health without compromising taste. 

CAFE GRATITUDE

1617 Westcliff Dr Suite 112, Newport Beach, CA 92660 | @cafegratitude | You’ll find Café Gratitude, on the backside of sister-restaurant, Gracias Madre Newport. The counter-service spot offers a focused menu for quick meals, juices, and smoothies. Great for on the go, although they offer bar seating and a small patio.

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BAKERIES

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CEST SI BON

149 Riverside Ave suite A, Newport Beach, CA 92663 | @cestsibonnb| A neighborhood staple for over three decades, C’est Ci Bon turns out cafe fare with French flair. Expect aromatic baguettes, croissants, breakfast pastries, and – come lunchtime – tasty sandwiches.

SIDECAR DONUTS

270 E 17th St #18, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 | @sidecardonuts | Sidecar Donuts serves up fresh, delicious donuts every hour on the hour. Expect inspired options (bacon filled! Blueberry Corn Cake flavored! Apple Cider Glazed!) with old favorites. Experiment with seasonal donut options accompanied by an equally inventive coffee drink.

RYE GOODS

3418 Via Lido, Newport Beach, CA 92663 | @ryegoods | The woman-owned bakery and deli serves up specialty sourdoughs made from freshly milled heritage grains, wild yeast, and a 18-year old culture playfully-nicknamed Winona Ryeder. Seasonally-informed, Rye Goods is, at its heart, an ode to West Coast bounty – and the people who produce it.

ROSE BAKERY CAFE

3536 East Coast Hwy C, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625 | @rosebakerycafecdm | Think diner-style breakfast spot that’s heavy on the classics. Peruse the case for sweets to-go or grab a table to sample their fan-favorite breakfast burritos for yourself.

DAD’S DONUT 

318 Marine Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92662 | @dadsdonut | A visit to Newport is incomplete without a stop in for a frozen banana, Balboa Bar or Hippo Cookie to sate your mid-afternoon sweet tooth. In addition to sweets, you’ll enjoy ample nostalgia at their walk-up window. 

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SIT-DOWN SPOTS

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A RESTAURANT CRYSTAL COVE 

VOLUME 1 MEMBER | 7864 E Coast Hwy Newport Coast, CA 92657 | @a_crystalcove | A started as a basic roadside diner in the 20s, undergoing many iterations and enjoying status as a celebrity haunt over ninety plus years. As of 2022, it’s been reimagined yet again, and features a seasonally-inspired, contemporary New American menu that gives a definitive nod to local farms and purveyors. The old glamor, however, remains.

CHIHUAHUA CERVEZA TAPROOM 

VOLUME 1 MEMBER | 3107 Newport Blvd. Newport Beach, Ca 92663 | @chihuahuataproomoc | Enjoy brunch every Saturday and Sunday at the local-favorite brewery from 9:00 to 2:00 and, come football season, join for NFL Sunday. Bonus points for arriving in style: motorcycles and classic cars encouraged.

HAUTE CAKES

1807 Westcliff Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660 | @hautecakescaffe | Haute Cakes has been a neighborhood stape – and Newport favorite – since 1990. Enjoy breakfast and brunch favorites classics til 3:00 on a first-come, first-served basis.

PLUMS

369 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 | @plumscafe | For Northwest-inspired fare, Plums is a must. Start with a screwdriver, fuel up (or perhaps more accurately, recover) with a Hangover Burger; or share a Plum’s Famous Dutch Baby and Basil Bloody Mary for an easy weekend brunch date.

ROSE BAKERY CAFE 

3536 East Coast Hwy C, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625 | @rosebakerycafecdm | A diner-style breakfast and brunch spot beloved for it’s classics. Peruse the case for sweets to-go or grab a table to sample their fan-favorite breakfast burritos for yourself.  

SHOREBIRD

2220 Newport Blvd #101, Newport Beach, CA 92663 | @shorebird_ca | Coastal eatery meets scratch kitchen, Shorebird boasts bayfront views, a delish menu, and artisan cocktails that make it the casual-yet-cool brunch spot. 

WILMA’S

203 Marine Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92662 | @wilmaspatio | Wilma’s is an iconic Balboa Island eatery on Main Street loved by longtime locals and visitors alike. Opened in 1982 by the Drewrys, the family-owned and operated restaurant has only improved with age, serving up fresh homestyle cooking and the inimitable warmth of decades-long hospitality. In other words, Wilma’s is the kind of place where you have a usual spot, go-to order, and favorite waitress, even if it’s your first time visiting.

ZINC

3222 East Coast Hwy, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625 | @zinccafeandmarket | Pop in for a sit-down breakfast, brunch, or lunch and enjoy classic café eats with a generous pour (or two). Then, then peruse their well-stocked, well-curated gourmet and specialty shop. Or, grab made-daily goods and a turmeric latte to-go. 

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Enjoy and don’t forget to tell them Scout sent you!