Poached Kitchen is a place we go 3-5 times per week. The…read moreservice is always excellent with lots of employees who really care about the guests and the quality of their food and satisfaction. The ambiance - at times it is very busy like for breakfast on the weekends but they have their process well-organized and it goes very quickly even when crowded. We recently started coming for lunch - they have a lunch menu and are open until 2pm. I am known on YELP for providing critical but hopefully helpful comments. Here are mine for this week. CHICKEN SANDWICH - made just the way a real chicken sandwich should be made with fried chicken and cole slaw. The chicken is too thick and makes the sandwich very hard to eat. I know that the size of the chicken reflects the generosity of Poached Kitchen but in this case the ease of eating the sandwich needs to take precedent. and the cole slaw should be a vinegar-based slaw not a mayonnaise. Mayonnaise is too creamy and thick. The slaw needs to be less gooey and sticky to compliment the chicken. Good place to go where they're mastered this is R+D Kitchen in Newport Fashion Island....you can also get this same item prepared exactly the same way at Banderas in Corona del Mar - same master chef. And the fries need to be cooked in Tallow. Tru Foods does this and they set the standard for healthy food. SOURCING - you need to tell people where your eggs come from - in some places I've seen Vital Farms which is good Pasture Raised Eggs but that is not confirmed on your menu. Also for sourcing you mention Brant Farms on your menu for beef (it's spelled Brandt) but Brandt does not advertise grass-fed and finished beef and your menu is silent on this subject. Again you need to be specific about your sourcing. You can say "grass-fed and finished beef when available" to cover sourcing problems but you need to start sourcing from a pasture-raised beef supplier not a ranch that uses lots of mealy-mouthed words in their description of what they do. There are plenty of local California sources for grass-fed and finished beef including Diamond Ranch who operates BuyRanchDirect so you could take delivery in southern California. Hope the comments are helpful.

Expect a wait on a weekend brunch time! Portions are good for 1-2 meals and prices are fair. The…read morefirst woman who took my order was kind. The waiters that served us at our actual table were not very friendly. I got the breakfast burrito with avocado instead of meat. Fortunately, this didn't add an extra charge (around $18 total). It was a good burrito but nothing really stood out. The tortilla was fresh and a good mix of firm but not too crispy and still chewy. The eggs were cooked enough with nothing too soft or runny, which is just how I like them. There was plenty of potato (maybe a little too much at points?) and they were fair with the avocado. The salsas added some kick but weren't too flavorful. I had heard a lot of good things about this place but wouldn't necessarily recommend it or be back, unfortunately

Casey and Private Events did a great job taking care of my large group. Service was great, food…read morewas delicious, and outdoor patio space was a perfect spot to host a group of 17. Thanks again!

Excellent service! Friendly and inviting. The Hostess Brooklyn and wait staff were superior…read more Highly recommended... the team was very attentive

Consistent in cleanliness, pleasant service, and food is always served HOT…read more I appreciate that the tables are wiped down immediately after a customer leaves Beautifully designed The drinks are pretty good, but I wouldn't go there just for them. They photograph well if you're someone who likes posting filler photos The salsa is the best part of the meal! They charged $1.25 for extra and don't give enough to finish with your food, but that's the only con I'd note

I came here with my coworkers for a 7:30am Fri breakfast before a work conference. They have plenty…read moreof seating indoors and outdoors. Great service, helpful with the menu, and a variety of menu options including for those who are vegetarian/vegan. It's cutely decorated, a great place to come tgt w coworkers, friends, or loved ones. It's located inside a plaza, so there is plenty of parking. I had the Morning Market Scramble. I loved the zucchini inclusions and removed the spinach (I don't like the chalky mouth feel) with a side of yogurt. It was a great breakfast option. I love the presentation of the food, and they serve bigger portions. This was a nice stop before our conference.

What went well? Everything from the minute you stand at the front waiting to be seated…read more Acknowledged right away. Then came Liz my awesome server. She was amazing always smiling asked me if I was ok numerous, knowing when to ask. Thank you Liz for making my day!

The pancakes were absolutely delicious and Daniel our server was just so attentive…read moreI recommend this place 100%

I came for brunch and was underwhelmed by the slow service and dry, bland food…read more While our server was friendly, the food took forever to come out and we barely interacted with any staff after our initial order. The brunch menu was limiting, with only a few egg dishes, sandwiches, and breads. The French toast and waffle were nearly $20 each despite the small portions and standard toppings. *French Toast: the worst item of the meal. The bread had no flavor or egginess and left a strange sandy mouthfeel. The interior was so dry that it soaked up all the moisture in my mouth. A poor showing for a classic French toast. *Waffle: the batter was slightly sweetened but felt too dense. The fruit was fresh, although nothing about the toppings or overall quality stood out. *Steak Frites: hanger steak topped with chimichurri and fries. It was supposed to come with bernaise sauce, but I did not receive any. The steak leaned closer to rare rather than the medium rare I asked for. However, it was still tender, and the chimichurri was vibrant and herbaceous. I wished more sauce had been applied, as the dish was a bit dry. The fries were decent, though I would have preferred more crunch. Given the long wait, I expected much more from the dishes in terms of flavor and execution. I was disappointed by how flavorless and dry everything was.

The first time I came here and ai find out they are closing in two weeks. That is really…read moreunfortunate as the place was adorable! We came because their entire menu is 100% gluten free- what a find! The staff were all friendly and there was a woman playing live music! Parking is easy as there is a garage and they validate. The food was all good, but the biscuit trio was perfection! Sad to see them go.

Super cute breakfast spot! Came here on a weekday for some noms - place had a good crowd but we…read morewere sat quickly. It's a cute restaurant - clean and airy. We got a smattering of food - there were a bunch of delicious options, which makes it difficult when you're indecisive like me. Breakfast burger - this was amazing. There's a cool Japanese "tornado" egg on it, which is really nice, texture-wise. Much better than just slapping an over-easy on top. Flavor was great. Bacon was great. This was one of my favorites. Tuna melt - I love tuna melts so I'll always order if I find one on a menu. This one was good. Like actual prepared tuna with kewpie. Definitely elevated from your typical diner fare. Also came with a side of sweet pickles - great to cut through the richness. Pork belly bowl - this is for you rice bowl lovers. Nice cuts of pork belly with a sesame sauce, delicious stewed kimchi, and Japanese style potato salad. Better than your typical bowls that just slap a bunch of things on top of rice. There's nice thought going into this dish and the stewed kimchi really packs that extra punch. Apple burrata salad - nice and light. With everything else we ordered being hearty, the salad offered a nice way to cut through the richness. Creamy burrata on apple slices with tomatoes. Bright flavors with the silkiness of the cheese to bind it all together. Truffle tots - get the tots. Top tier. Fresh, airy, and crispy. Get the truffle oil. Croissants - how many places actually make their croissants in-house nowadays? We got a few to go and devoured them later in the day. Flakey exterior with soft buttery goodness inside. Legit stuff. Delicious baked goods, booze, and good food. Solid spot for some good comfort food.

This place was INCREDIBLE! The food was absolutely amazing, and I already can't wait to go back and…read moretry more from the menu. Everything was delicious, and the service was great too! I would definitely recommend this place to anyone and everyone. 10/10 and already looking forward to my next visit!

I was craving some breakfast burritos and I saw that this place specializes in breakfast burritos…read moreso I gave it a try. Read some of the reviews sp I decided to order the chicken breakfast burrito with an order of Chipotle sauce. The place was like a Cafe style restaurant where you order and pay and they make your food for you. The burrito was humongous! And it was delicious. The hash browns were crispy and the burrito was extremely flavorful. I can see why there were so many people coming in and out of the place. The Chipotle sauce is a must. If you are in the are give this place a try!

A breakfast burrito that hits different…read more Arrived and stayed to eat inside, there was a steady stream of customers throughout my 20 minute visit. Service was friendly and quick because they had two cashiers. The size and value of this breakfast burrito is excellent. I enjoyed the crispy hash brown used and the egg wasn't overcooked like most competitors. If I lived nearby I would visit weekly. I will return.

I gave Postino Park Place in Irvine 3 stars. The location itself is a really nice, clean, and…read moremodern restaurant with a great vibe, but the overall experience was definitely a mixed bag. We ordered a bunch of bruschetta to share for the table, and while they were good, they were honestly lacking that real "wow" factor. For my main, I ordered the P.R.E.A.M. bowl and found it to be quite mediocre. It was pretty plain overall, and all of the vegetables inside were extremely undercooked. While the food was average, the service was pretty much zero stars. It was extremely spotty throughout the entire meal, our drinks were never refilled, and to make matters worse, they actually charged us for coffee that never showed up at our table. It's a lovely space with decent light bites, but the food execution fell short and the severe service issues really dragged down the experience.

First time here with my girlfriend, and Ivanna P. Was an absolute gem. We had great food, cold…read moredrinks and amazing service. We're new to the area and searching for our new watering hole. Ivanna was the convincer! See ya soon!

Cute little Rooster Cafe tucked away on the corner near the turnpike. It's a small, cozy spot with…read morelimited indoor and outdoor seating, so be prepared to wait during busy times. The waiters are nice. You have a view into their small kitchen. The menu offers a decent variety of breakfast and lunch options, the coffee is okay -- the specialty coffee is seasonal and not as bold, however the food is consistently good. Portions are generous, making it a satisfying meal overall. I always enjoy a good breakfast pancakes with sides of baked potatoes so this meets my mark. A great place for a casual breakfast or lunch if you're looking for a charming local café.

Gotta love rooster cafe! Staple of the community…read more The food is great. The service is good. The ambience is a fast casual diner. You should definitely give it a try!

Wow believe the hype. Pictures are a whole milk matcha latte and a cookie butter latte with oat…read more The cookie butter latte was genuinely one of the best coffee drinks I've had. Tastes almost identical to Biscoff!! No weird artificial flavor. My boyfriend got a simple matcha latte and he said the flavor was strong and not watered down. If you're looking for a straightforward matcha that's not sweet, this is your drink.

-Drink/Food: I ordered their Marshmallow Foam Matcha and Strawberry Matcha Latte. Their matcha…read morelattes are okay/good, not the best matcha that I have ever had, but good. They also have lots of breakfast options. -Service: All the staff are super nice. -Ambience: High ceiling, spacious, and bright. They also have a lot a lot of seatings. This is THE ideal place to get your work done.