YLS Bakery & Cafe

YLS Bakery & Cafe

Reviews Summary

Most reviews praise the bakery for its excellent donuts, bagels, and coffee, with many highlighting friendly service and fresh, high-quality pastries. Breakfast items like burritos and sandwiches are also frequently mentioned as delicious and generously portioned. However, a few negative reviews cite inconsistent service, order mistakes, and occasional freshness issues. While the majority rate it highly (5 stars), some customers express frustration with pricing, long lines, or occasional mishaps. The overall consensus leans strongly positive, with many calling it a favorite spot for breakfast and treats.

About This Listing

Who Can Visit?

Most donut shops welcome all ages—perfect for families and kids
Some locations offer sit-down areas, while others are grab-and-go
No prior ordering knowledge needed—staff can help you choose flavors
Casual dress is welcome—some shops may have outdoor seating
Allergy-friendly options may be available (ask in advance)
Group orders and celebrations welcome—pre-orders may be required

*Note: Seating, menu, and accessibility may vary by shop. Contact your local spot for details.*

First-Time Visitors

First-time guests can simply walk in and browse the display or menu. Staff are happy to offer recommendations and explain specialty flavors. Some shops even offer sample bites or combo deals for newcomers.

Common Considerations:

Allergens Some donuts may contain nuts, dairy, or gluten—always ask if unsure
Availability Popular flavors can sell out early, especially on weekends

*Note: Menus and specials may vary. Ask staff or check online for daily options.*

What to Bring

Cash or card—most donut shops accept both, but some are cashless
Phone or camera—perfect for snapping and sharing your sweet finds
Appetite! Fresh donuts are best enjoyed warm and on the spot

*Note: Payment methods and policies vary by location. Check signage or ask staff.*

Preparing for Your Visit

Check store hours and peak times—early visits offer the best selection
Call ahead for large orders or special boxes
Bring friends or coworkers—sharing a dozen is half the fun
Dress casually—many shops are walk-up counters or offer outdoor seating
Leave pets at home unless it’s a pet-friendly location
Check for limited-time flavors, holidays specials, or preorder events
Set a treat budget if you’re shopping with kids
Bring a reusable bag or box if buying in bulk

*Note: Each shop may offer different experiences—check social media for updates.*

How to Get Started

Most shops accept walk-ins! For custom orders, pre-ordering is best. Ask about gift boxes or subscription options.

Other Helpful Info

Visits usually take 10–30 minutes, unless you're sitting down to enjoy
Weekends can be busier—plan ahead for quicker service
Seasonal or limited-edition donuts often rotate monthly
Some locations offer donut decorating kits or workshops
Gift cards, boxes, and party platters are often available

*Note: Features, pricing, and offerings vary by donut shop. Always check ahead.*

Contact Information

Address

19719 Yorba Linda Blvd

Yorba Linda, California 92886

Hours

Monday 6AM-2PM
Tuesday 6AM-2PM
Wednesday 6AM-2PM
Thursday 6AM-2PM
Friday 6AM-2PM
Saturday 6AM-2PM
Sunday 6AM-2PM

Customer Reviews

My local friend has mentioned this spot over and over so I had to stop in this morning when I had a break between jobs. I tried their apple fritter and their Good Journey Cha Cha Horchata healthy donut. The healthy donut was very good for what it was. The apple fritter had a great crunch ratio as well as good flavor. I would recommend both items along with their nice black coffee.

YLS bakery has become my go to breakfast and lunch spot. Their freshly made bagels, as well as their freshly made donuts are delicious and savory! The staff is so friendly and welcoming! They always have new seasonal items which is fun to try out!

Absolutely loved this place so much we came twice while we were here! AMAZING gluten free donuts! The iced Aloha coffee was super yummy and not overly sweet. Our friend also ordered the ABC scrambler and it looked amazing and they did not skimp on the portion. We will definitely be back!

I come often and get various coffees, teas and bagel sandwiches. Lately my burritos have been coming without all the components (pics attached) and the coffees aren?t as well made as the recent past. Will keep coming but hope they can fix these small issues. Donuts are always perfect and bagels are delicious.

Much better ingredients and quality than an average donut shop as well as a wider selection. I was impressed with how many people were working, which made the line move quickly.

Absolutely love YLS! Staff is always kind and caring, and my food always comes out made to perfection. Will definitely keep coming back!

We've been here twice and both times the sandwiches were made to order and so good! Also, the employees are so friendly and cheerful. Thank you for that!!

The white chocolate mocha was quite good, but I was less impressed with their iced hazelnut mocha. We also tried their chocolate chocolate chip muffin and apple fritter... both of which were mid.

good place for breakfast and a coffee or latte ????

This is one of my favorite local spots for espresso drinks. Their cappuccinos are my favorite, and I much rather go to YLS than to a large coffee chain. In addition to their espresso drinks, they have the best tiger tails. For sweet and savory, the jalape?o ham and cheese croissant is worth a try. Great breakfast spot for a quick bite and espresso drinks.

Been my breakfast spot for two days in a row. All the foods are delicious, especially the meat lover. But their hash brown is made in a weirdo shape.

I always get their sandwiches here, the pastrami is the best. They also offer breakfast sandwiches and donuts all of which are fantastic. Definitely recommend trying if you're in the area.

Disappointed. I got 3 pastries. The guava glaze donut which is super pretty and delicious, but a tad on the too sweet side. The guava danish was terrible. It tasted like it had been cross-contaminated with savory items, like maybe an everything bagel. It tasted sweet with an onion/garlic after taste. The maple bacon donut was dry and crumbly. I also got a nitro cold brew and it was okay.

Super disappointing service. When I was able to sit down and eat Breakfast the order was completely wrong. I wont be back and I will advise others of the same.

Ordered a breakfast burrito here today. It was on point. To start, it was huge so I saved half for later. To my surprise, despite being in my trunk for six hours on a hot day, it tasted delicious. Salsa was excellent and had a touch of heat. Staff were outstanding. Good stuff!

This is quite possibly the best donut shop in town. I don't think I've ever seen a better donut shop the way they've got to put together the staff the way they've got edible flowers on some of their donuts. There's just so many little idiosyncrasies. That makes this place so great.

In short, Fantastic early morning spot. Donuts, Croissants and other pastries. Breakfast Sandwiches and Burritos and of course, coffee. With a few more details, Love that this place opens at 6AM so many times when I am passing through this area that early I can swing by and get my morning grub. Everything looks fresh and tastes great. My favorites are the breakfast Sandwiches and burritos. So bomb and always hit the spot. Make sure to call your order in or do it online before you get there to avoid long wa

There's a reason this place is always bustling, their food is amazing!! We've been coming into YLS for a long time now and always have a great meal no matter what we order. Donuts are fluffy, flavorful and you can tell are made fresh with high quality ingredients. The new almond bear claw is DELICIOUS. My go to order is their TLC (Tomato, Lemon Pepper and Cream Cheese) on a bagel with Avocado and Bacon added. My boyfriend loves their Pastrami Sandwich on a French Roll with Pepperoncini added. Their sandwich

LOVE love love this place! They have amazing donuts (and coffee and salads, which I've tried before but I usually get donuts for my sweet tooth ??). The customer service here is also great, the staff is always friendly :) They always have the CUTEST themed donuts, which is a huge reason I'll make a special drive out of my way for them. Definitely recommend!

After my first time here for lunch, I came back 3 more times within a 2 week span because it?s just so good! I?ve tried their bagel sandwiches, breakfast burrito, Asian chicken salad, lattes, and smoothies, and they?ve all tasted great. Portions are generous and prices are reasonable. Parking is super easy too which is a plus. The only downside is that they only have a few small tables outside so you might not be able to enjoy your food there!

A legit local spot where the staff, donuts were great.. Though the Cali brkft burrito could have a more flavor/seasoning, but other than that its a 10/10

I absolutely love this place. All of their food is top tier and the customer service is almost always on point. For how busy they normally are, they move the line extremely fast. I wish they?d bring the Asiago bagel back, but I haven?t seen it there in well over a year. But anyways, keep up the good work and I?ll be in again soon!

We loved everything we got for breakfast here! So delicious! My kids got donuts, they were fresh and a huge hit. The blueberry muffin was amazing! I got the California on a crossiant and added ham, it was so good!! My husband loved the ham+cheese+jalape?o crossiant and the jalape?o bagel sandwich he got! We are a family of 5, this was our first time here and the staff was so kind and patient as we all decided what we wanted and placed our order!

Great staff; very attentive, fast, and friendly with a positive attitude all the time. The bagels are on point and I highly recommend the scorned garlic if you like garlic. My go to options are the bagel sandwiches which are around 6 dollars, but are loaded with deliciousness. The donut selection is great and varied, with some specialty options frequently available and rotated. They also have staple coffee options as well as many types of smoothies to choose from. If you aren't in a rush, avoid the morning

They forgot to give me my muffin, then they charged me again for the muffin when I returned to claim it Mediocre coffee

I gave up Starbucks four this place. Many options. Breakfast burritos are very good and worth the money. My youngest likes their donuts, my oldest likes their bagels, then my sons love there menu. I just like having Oat or Soy milk with my coffee. Very friendly staff, they get the order wring they are first to apologize and make it right.

Can't wait to be back! I live 5 minutes away and had never been to YLS until this morning...I'm hooked! The orange bliss smoothie was refreshing, the chocolate chip bagel was delicious, and the breakfast burrito was perfect for my drive to work. I was so tempted to buy some donuts (they had beautiful ones with tiny flowers decorating the top) but decided I'll be back soon to give those a try! Had some really interesting floral coffee flavors (lavender vanilla latte; rose chai tea latte) too that I've alread

This place used to be so good. But lately the bagels have been pretty bad. I'm hesitant to go back for bagels. Their espresso beans are fantastic though. Can't comment on the burritos or sandwiches. Edit: gave it another shot. They got rid of their very convenient app, and now you can only order off the website with one of those 3rd party ordering services. Whole place is going down hill.

I always seem to land the servers who act like they're being bothered to take my order, no matter how nice I am, but the coffee is one of my favorites. I love their apple fritters and their lox deluxe is my regular order. I love coming after my runs and while I wish the staff would be a little less irritated with me, I do think their food is worth it.

Food is not good and the service is very ?Yorba Linda?

This place says that they close at 2:00, I went there at 1:28 to get a bagel and they said they can?t do it! I hope the manager sees this message because whoever is working there doesn?t care about customers and about their profit! There were three other customers with me that were dismissed because everything was closed! I do really hope the manager says something!

Yum really good customer service... hot chocolate excellent!

Their bagels are delicious, really a step above most other bagel shops. I always get one of their breakfast sandwiches because they use fresh eggs and meats, not microwaved prepackaged stuff. They also have gourmet donuts, a small variety of other breakfast breads, and a variety of coffees and teas. It's about time that Yorba Linda finally has a great breakfast place that's not your typical run of the mill bagel shop.

They don?t accept phone orders because they likely hate older people. That?s tough because Yorba linda is filled with older people. Sorry but you lost my business because you are lazy. Every restaurant I have ever called takes phone orders. Businesses that have bad service also have bad food. No love in the game. It?s a shame.

Tasty bagels, iced coffee, salads, donuts, pastries and scrambles. Not much vegan except the bagels and the Asian salad without chicken. I liked the bagel i had though and the salad was full of greens and Mandarin oranges and almonds. Roommates had the egg bagel sanwich and seemed to like it. Quick and friendly service.

This place is okay, my wife likes it a lot. There are a couple other places next to it which I prefer. We usually go on a bike ride here for breakfast, she gets her's there and I go next door for a breakfast burrito. For seating, it outside on the sidewalk which is fine with us.

I?ll admit, A bit pricey but worth it. Lines are crazy long in mornings after church and they run out of stuff too quick. The food is also actually good from heated chocolate croissant to smoothie or coffee. My favorite is the egg white delight on a croissant.

I come here often, and what can I say, they are the best. I am a bagel enthusiast, and these are some of the best bagels I've ever had. The employees here are fantastic and are all very kind. I recommend the sourdough bagel.

Wasn't sure what I was getting into going in but the menu has tons of goodies and the pastries are all good! Theres tons of sandwiches to choose from and the pastrami gets my thumbs up ?? I always look for good pastrami and this place passes. The pricing is well done as you arent over paying for drinks or food. Definitely going back highly recommend this place

Hands down the best doughnuts and bagels around. They have more but I cannot go try it because I will just get doughnuts. Check out the seasonal doughnuts! Right now it's a guava glazed with an edible flower

Great selection of bagels, breakfast burritos, wraps, sandwiches, donuts, and pastries. Good coffee too. Friendly and quick service. Quaint breakfast spot in one of Yorba Linda's shopping centers. A great place to stop by before shopping at TJ's. Outdoor and indoor seating available.

Some of the new employees don't respect long time loyal customers .even if you tip. They have one that worship the devil with 666 on her arm.The new manager is rude and arrogant, I see pas her fake niceness

Amazing, I passed by the area and honestly some of the best coffee I've have had. Really clean place and their selection of Bagels is amazing it's a 40 min drive from my house but it worth going again. Great place to breakfast

Fantastic place! Delicious coffee, bagels, and breakfast sandwiches. Quick service at the counter and some of the most pleasant employees I've ever met. 5/5 would recommend to anybody.

I got the southwestern bagel sandwich on jalape?o bagel and a latte and my son got a chocolate muffin. Everything was absolutely delicious! Service was friendly and efficient. Definitely coming back here.

Me and my son were waiting in the express lane to get 3 donuts for couple of minutes! Then ?Janice? came and told us to go to the back of the line as the express lane is just for online pick up!!!! I told her this is for baked goods and she insisted that the line starts from the entry door, very rude!!!! Very disappointing to start a day!!

Great bakery fare like donuts, croissants, scones and danishes. Light breakfast available plus wide range of sandwiches, salad. Friendly staff in Cafe setting. Also outside tables make it dog friendly too!

I've driven by #YLSBakeryCafe a few times now and decided to give it a try. I am a fan of supporting local restaurants in town since they are few and far between and tend to close just as fast as they open. I really enjoyed experience here at YLS . The service was excellent and the place is immaculately clean. They offer a nice selection from their on site #Bakery as well as breakfast and lunch items. The ordering was super easy with tech friendly check out that made it very fast and convenient. I had #Co

Fresh donuts, pastries, and other delicious food and friendly service! They remember your name if you are a regular and greet you with a smile! We always look forward to the YLS Bakery and Cafe!

This is a great lil cafe. It's more then a donut shop. Love the setting and atmosphere of the place. The donuts, bagel sandwiches, pastries, salads, lunch sandwiches, and smoothies are delicious. Everything are great at YLS!

The donuts, bagels, sandwiches, and coffee are excellent. Yes, I went 3 days in a row, but try it once and you'll understand.

Great breakfast stop and very nice people! Be sure to ask to get your croissant heated up, it's much better that way.

Always great pastry items. The Swiss bagel is my absolute favorite. Great doughnuts but you are very much paying for the higher quality.

Nice selection of bagels and pastries but no fresh bread.

Great local spot for bagels, donuts, and really the wife's favorite, bagel and lox. Really good, good selection, nice staff. Adapted quickly to covid with app and curb side; good job!

The bagels were delicious, and so was their guava donut. Not to mention I tried watermelon iced tea! ??

First time here and I loved it. Had an iced coffee and a Turkey and cheese croissant. The were both excellent. Will be coming back quite often.

They put ham in my veggie scramble and refused to refund. Manager had an attitude too.

Great service and great food. Very nice small bakery that I would recommend to anyone. The only thing that keeps it from 5 stars is that it is a little overpriced

Everything is amazing here! Thankful to have them serve our community! *The breakfast burritos are my favorite ;)

It's alright, I ordered muffin and it was way too cold, clearly at least a day old, expected fresh but I guess they keep some stuff for next day.

I do like this place but there?s a VERY rude person at the counter! Didn?t offer even offer a bag for my items that I needed to bring to work and this isn?t the first time this happened. I?ve let it go a few times now but it?s getting ridiculous!

Best place in Yorba Linda and down. Great little bakery. Amazing danishes and bagels. Really good donuts and great coffee.

Seating only outside. Very dirty Do not care about their customer not offering inside seating.

The cappuccino was super overheated. Seating is super limited and only on parking lot

Good food friendly staff. Also has gluten free bread options for toast and sandwiches.

I like the pastries offered here. Never too sweet. Which I like! They have awesome croissants!

Great service and donuts. Sofia who helped me out was a rockstar also.

Good, but waited a long time for a couple of cold sandwiches. Tuna salad is just ok

Food was excellent. Service e was very friendly.price is reasonable. Our first visit. Very impressed.

Best ?LOX Deluxe? in town! Great customer service. Good food. Very happy customers!

An awesome bakery with a wide variety of options! Definitely a quick breakfast spot that I must frequent.

Tasty Treats. Go early for best v selection, they sell out fast

It was a delightful experience. Their bagels with cream cheese are SO good!

i go here about once a day!! everyone is the nicest & everything is tasty!! it truly is my fav!

Their pastrami sandwich on a jalepeno cheese bagel has a spot in my top 5 sandwiches

My coworkers told me to try this place. Doughnuts were delicious!

It was great! Got the maple bar with the bacon on it for the first time, yum!

Amazing breakfast sandwiches, burritos and donuts. Love this place!

Just grabbed some donuts. But there was a great selection at Noon and they weren't stale.

Good menu, great bakery, friendly people. Highly recommend.

Love love love the donut choices, and they have Stumptown coffee. Yum!

They're known for their donuts but I love their sandwiches.

Love the tuna sandwich! Clean and fast great service.

First time here and place was as cold as the customer service.I had a muffin and it tasted refrigerated wouldn't come back ever again.

Great breakfast sammy; could have used some hot sauce, needed to ask next time.

Great donuts, good service, and I love their bagels

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