COURTESY OF PARAKEET CAFE
Clockwise from left : avocado toast , a charcoal waffle and a matcha latte from Parakeet Cafe
MORNING MEALS
In San Diego , locals aren ’ t surprised to find the line for PARAKEET CAFE snaking out the front door — and now , this popular morning eatery has opened in Newport Beach ’ s Crystal Cove Shopping Center . With a focus on healthy , organic ingredients , the new location offers many of the same menu items as its counterparts , including colorful salads , fresh-baked pastries , a number of toasts ranging from avocado to mushroom to salmon and hearty bowls packed with grains and vegetables ; there are also a number of vegan , gluten-free and paleo options to ensure everyone can sample something at the restaurant . Aside from its morning meals , Parakeet Cafe is known for its delicious beverages , from its many fresh-squeezed juices , customizable smoothies and wellness shots to coffee drinks — including matcha , espresso and wellness lattes — plus teas , mimosas , lemonade and more . ( 949-990-4300 ; parakeetcafe . com ) — A . R .
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