Best Birthday Cakes
Porto’s Bakery and Café
Porto’s Bakery is the hot spot to get dessert, and everyone in Orange County can’t get enough of it — even friends and family living in a different state can ship these premium baked goods to their houses with ease. Indulge in savory menu items like meat pies, potato balls and ham and cheese croissants, or sweet treats like a fresh fruit tart, blueberry cheese croissants or its famous cakes, namely birthday cakes. There are tons of birthday cake flavors to choose from, and each cake comes out looking like something served in a Michelin-star restaurant.
portosbakery.com | Buena Park
Best Healthy Snack
Nekter Juice Bar
Whether you are looking to sip on a fresh juice in-store or take a juice cleanse on-the-go, Nekter Juice Bar is the spot for you. However, many assume that this juice bar serves only that — juice. Nekter actually has a delicious, healthy snack menu to enjoy while you sip fresh juice. Some options include protein waffles, parfaits and a build-your-own bowl that offers four signature bases and the option to add quite a few tasty toppings.
nekterjuicebar.com | Multiple Locations
Best Ice Cream/Frozen Treat
Handel’s Ice Cream
Making another appearance on our list is Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream. This ice cream shop has a well-respected history dating back to 1945, when founder Alice Handel opened her shop in Youngstown, Ohio. Today, Handel’s still scoops up both classic and funky flavors that everyone can enjoy. Try one of its famous Hurricanes, made with its world-famous vanilla ice cream and your choice of mix-ins. If you’d rather have a simple cone, there are many flavors to choose from.
handelsicecream.com | Multiple Locations
Best Place to Satisfy a Sweet Tooth
See’s Candies
Who hasn’t dropped in at a See’s Candies to get a little sample along with their delicious purchase? See’s is an institution in Orange County, and it has so much to offer every sweet tooth. Many staple flavors hold counter space year-round, but there is also a rotating menu that changes with the season. Grab a chocolate bunny during Easter or a box of coffee classics for Father’s Day, for example. Its selection also goes beyond chocolate — its lollipops are among the best.
sees.com | Multiple Locations
Best Vegan Food
Mother’s Market & Kitchen
In a world where additives and processed foods grace many grocery stores’ shelves, Mother’s Market stands firm on its all-natural and organic selection. When you step into a Mother’s Market, you can expect to find the highest quality ingredients and the freshest selection. Along with its grocery store, Mother’s Market boasts a delicious cafe with fresh options for everyone. If you are a vegan, prepare yourself because this menu has many options for you to choose from, including appetizers, breakfast options and entrees.
mothersmarket.com | Multiple Locations
By Jessie Dax-Setkus, Shawn Price and Vanessa Siguenza
