Looking to try the best cafes in town?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best and most affordable such spots in Santa Ana, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture next time you're on the hunt.
1. La Petite Sourie
Topping the list is La Petite Sourie. Located at 2801 W. MacArthur Blvd., Suite A, the bakery and French spot is the highest-rated affordable cafe in Santa Ana, boasting 4.5 stars out of 602 reviews on Yelp. Its menu, helmed by chef Christian Chereau, offers baguettes, crepes, omelets, panini and quiche.
2. Macchiato
Next up is Meredith Parkwood's Macchiato, at 1935 E. 17th St., Suite A1. With 4.5 stars out of 303 reviews on Yelp, the cafe has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an inexpensive option. The cafe's beverages include Japanese matcha and tiramisu coffees, as well as lattes and teas, while its dessert offerings are brulees, cakes, ice cream, macarons and sundaes.
3. MAZ café con leche
MAZ café con leche, at 608 N. Lacy St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the inexpensive cafe 4.5 stars out of 303 reviews. In addition to offering bagels, croissants and wrap sandwiches, half the cafe is set aside as co-working space.
4. Lantern Grill
Over in Central City, check out Lantern Grill, which has earned four stars out of 187 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the Asian fusion spot by heading over to 1722 W. First St., Suite G. Its entrees — served in canoe-shaped dishes — include grilled chicken, beef, pork, shrimp, steak, tofu and white fish filet.
5. Red Hill Cafe
Finally, there's Red Hill Cafe, a local favorite with four stars out of 160 reviews. Stop by 420 E. Dyer Road to hit up the breakfast and lunch destination next time you're in the mood for cheap eats. It features an all-day breakfast menu, as well as an extensive list of sandwiches.
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