Wild Strawberry Cafe — Restaurant in Newport Beach

I wish I could give this charming cute cafe more than 5 stars as Natasha's little cafe is so much more than that! I have been going here for over 5 years. Originally it was a spot to go pickup some healthy lunch and green juice during work as it's super close to the Newport Beach civic center. The decor is so cute and reminds me of French country but with an enchanting twist. The merch and all the flat-wear are one of a kind and thoughtfully and carefully chosen by the boss lady Natasha. Food is delicious! Everything is fresh, healthy and super clean. Then, a few years later, my mom threw me a baby shower. For the venue, she chose WSC. Again, I was blown away! Natasha and her staff made sure to make it a very special event and did everything to make this as magical as I could have imagined. The catering was done by the chef and the set up was over the top! We had the best time, and didn't have to worry about anything. There is now live music on the weekends, which makes it extra special. Most recently, my family and I went to WSC again for Mother's Day. We didn't have any reservations because we weren't sure if all of us could make it, so we chose to go to WSC (no reservations needed and in fact I don't think they take them, which is nice because there is always space although it can get busy). The Mother's Day Sunday brunch was by far better than any formal restaurant we could have reserved. Best items on the menu: spinach pie, kale and strawberry salad, lemon crepe and the cherry muffins are out of this world! I highly recommend WSC to anyone, for any type of event or just to drop by on weekend or during the week. It's honestly the most versatile and awesome place for any time! They also serve wine, champagne and beer. I can't wait to see how much WSC expands and all it will accomplish without losing its original charm and...

This cafe is a lovely and cozy spot, perfect for a quiet breakfast or a relaxing lunch. The atmosphere is calm and welcoming, making it a great place to unwind.

We tried the sweet lemon crêpe, and it was delicious, light and perfectly balanced. We do wish there were more crêpe options on the menu.

Here’s a breakdown of what they offer:

BREAKFAST Omelets, avocado toast, egg white veggie frittata, breakfast and chorizo burritos, tomato quiche, spanakopita, oatmeal, bagels Prices range from $7.50 to $15.99

LUNCH / SANDWICHES Wraps, quesadillas, sandwiches with tuna, turkey, chicken, salami, vegetarian options

They also offer a "Pick Any 2" combo (soup, salad, or sandwich) for $14.99 Prices from $9.99 to $15.99

SALADS Arugula & beets, kale power, Mediterranean, orzo, antioxidant salad Small $8.99, Large $12.99

CRÊPES Savory: Mediterranean and Italian Sweet: Nutella, matcha strawberry Nutella, lemon sugar Prices from $12.99 to $14.99

DRINKS Hot and cold coffee, tea, lattes, matcha, turmeric, smoothies Raw bar includes kale smoothies, acai bowl, avocado smoothie Drinks range from $3.50 to $9.50

WINE BAR Sparkling, white, and red wines available by glass or bottle Glass: $11 to $13, Bottle: $30 to $38

HOURS Monday to Saturday: 7 AM – 4...

I’ve been a loyal customer here for a few years, but unfortunately, the experience has gone significantly downhill in recent months. I’m not sure if there’s been a change in ownership or simply a shift toward cutting corners, but the quality of the food has really deteriorated. It’s now bland, tasteless, and noticeably poor in quality. Today, I even found brown, wilted lettuce in my wrap that was clearly past due date. Something that should never make it onto a plate.

There also appears to be a completely new team of staff. There used to be a lovely lady who worked here and always brought a warm, welcoming energy to the place. I understand she’s since moved back to Europe, and sadly, the atmosphere has changed. The current staff are noticeably different, unfriendly, and at times, outright rude. It’s also very dirty and not clean. The staff were standing around not doing a lot. Yet there were alot of tables with dirty plates. Seems from other reviews there is an issue with cleanliness more recently aswell.

I first noticed the decline a few months ago but decided to give it another try today. Unfortunately, it’s only gotten worse. It’s truly disappointing to see such a sharp drop in both the food and service from a place I used to...