I 'm fired up about this one!!! I believe I've already given a huge thumbs up to the Newport location and since I'm talking about it, we took my 87 year-old mother there for her birthday the other day and the food was absolutely fantastic and the service was awesome. They are extremely well traveled and have been to the finest restaurants around the world and they absolutely loved it. They're not easy to impress. I'm talking about the Costa Mesa location, the outside patio is awesome and inside is some combo of retro plus old Newport plus new Newport plus old and new Costa Mesa. It's cool and thought out. Service was well on point. The food, though, was incredible. I had the three different enchilada combo that was out of this world, and my wife had some healthy protein bowl that was so light and so flavorful, it was just incredible. read more

* Who: partner & I * What: late brunch * When: Saturday around 1:30pm * Why: missed our class & decided on a pick-us-up haha * Space/Decor: outdoor patio is of decent size & indoor was bigger than anticipated. The style gave retro diner vibe with earthy tones. Everything was pretty clean, & it wasn't overly decorated to where it felt cluttered. * Service: was good. We were a walk up & seating immediate in a partial booth/chai. It took a minute after we got seated to have the waiter bring water, but after that he was pretty attentive, in addition to being knowledgeable about the menu. * Food: surprisingly good on my end. We started with a half order or truffle Parmesan fries, which ended up being shoe string, & were well coated/flavored. I also ordered the sangria which was OK, while the BF got the chai espresso martini which he liked. I opted for the French Toast and he got the Short Rib Breakfast Tostada. I liked my FT as it was extra fluffy, with the syrup on the side. The BF liked his tostada but I think he preferred refried beans over black beans. * Final Thoughts: cute place with a non-overwhelming menu with a mix of classic & new dishes. Quality is decent, though price may be a little higher than need be. Would recommend & would return though not running back either. * Final Grade: B+ or 8.5/10 read more

I was introduced to Eat Chow by a close friend and overall had a pretty good experience. Their service was surprisingly quick, the food came out in 15 minutes from the time we ordered. The iced horchata matcha latte leaned much heavier on the horchata flavor, so don't expect a strong matcha taste if that's what you're looking for. The best thing we ordered was definitely the Chow Chorizo Burrito. It was fully stuffed, the chorizo was seasoned really well, and the avocado balanced everything nicely. I'd absolutely order this again or even pick up to-go for a full beach day. We also got the Strawberry Haute Cakes, which were massive, fluffy pancakes topped with fresh strawberries. Definitely a good option if you're sharing. A couple of things to note - parking is pretty limited, which is honestly expected for this area, so just plan ahead. The interior also feels a bit cramped for the amount of seating they try to fit in, but the space is at least nicely decorated and has a cozy vibe. Would come back here again for brunch, but only in small groups of 2-4 people. read more

Eat Chow - Interior - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Eat Chow is one of those places. That is such a great surprise, it's a little hole-in-the-wall place down a side street but is definitely worth the visit. Parking can be a little bit tricky, but if you get there early enough you're in for a treat. One of the things I love about this place is it's very casual atmosphere, that really feels like you're eating at a friend's house for breakfast. The place is well kept, has plenty of outdoor seating if you choose, and inside. Has a very pleasant tasteful decor that is very casual and warm and inviting. I have not eaten here for lunch, as it's always been a breakfast place for me. Everything on the menu is stellar. And I've never had a bad experience here at all. This particular trip, I wanted to try something that I had never had before so I opted for the chow prime breakfast burrito... Which has strips of prime rib, hash browns, two eggs, onions and peppers, and is served with this amazing homemade salsa. The homemade salsa should also be a controlled substance, because I had three of them and I could probably take some home. I am a big fan of coffee, and their coffee does not disappoint. Super tasty. Just strong enough and unlimited refills. Their weight staff is absolutely perfect. If you go there, ask for Alex, super chill guy, attentive without being overbearing, and ready to make suggestions. He was definitely part of the wonderful dining experience. Bottom line? When you are in Costa Mesa and you are looking for a place to have breakfast, you owe it to yourself to go to Eat Chow. I'm not saying it'll change your life, I'm just saying it will change your life. read more

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This is a small brunch spot with a large menu and lots to offer! We had a large party that they were able to accommodate. We got everything from the sweet to savory options and lattes. Each plate was prepared well. The sandwiches were very filling and the I was stuffed after 2 out of 3 of the pancakes. The churro French toast was the most unique and the tostadas were our favorite thing we tried! read more

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Used to come here all the time when I worked in the area, so made a trip over to see if it held up. The hole in the wall has expanded to a decently sized 50s diner aesthetic restaurant and the quality has remained solid. Had a quite excellent burger with a salad and a bowl of French onion soup. Service was pleasant and attentive for my group of four. Happy to see the place is as good as I remember. Now just have to hope they could bring back The Fried Egg breakfast plate, that was amazing and I miss it. But sadly I think it's lost to time. read more

Eat Chow - The Chow Burger with a caesar salad. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

The food is good but the lack of time management is upsetting. I've ordered food to go twice already and everytime I've come to pick it up it's not been ready. I can see the kitchen employees and everyone is laughing and messing around when I'm waiting for here 30 minutes past the time the food stated it should be ready. read more

Tried this location as I love the one in Newport and safe to stay, it's just as amazing! Service was attentive, overall ambience was great (not too loud), plenty of areas for parking, and of course, the food was delicious! One thing I want to point out though is that I ordered crispy potatoes on the side and was served tater tots (not sure if the ran out, or if this location is different)...was a bit let down as I LOVE the crispy potatoes at the Newport location but these were still good. Also recommend to get chipotle aioli/ranch on the side for the potatoes! read more

Eat Chow - Chorizo Burrito , Strawberry Haute Cakes , Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I am an original Eat Chow enthusiast. Been loving this place since they opened. I will always and forever claim they have the BEST SALMON SANDWICH anywhere. I moved away from Orange County many years ago but must always come back here to get a taste of home away from home. I am disheartened that they changed their salad dressing recipe. My little family of 3 enjoyed our brunch on a cool, sunny afternoon on the patio. Always friendly and attentive staff and tasty food. Highly recommend! read more

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I come here for the chai + Quinn! Best chai in town, with exceptional service from Quinn he is so hospitable and made sure everything was perfect. read more

Eat Chow - Iced dirty chai latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

So my Mom is a vegetarian but my Dad is a meat lover who only likes American and Italian food which makes going out to eat with my parents difficult since basically we can go to Italian or American restaurants and in this part of Costa Mesa that's pretty much Nicks or Eat Chow and everyone in my family actually prefers the food at Eat Chow! They have really good food here! I'm always pleasantly surprised that whatever I order is delicious - especially the soups, salads and artichoke appetizer. My mom loves the cauliflower too. read more

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I tried the Killer Smash Burger and WOW... 10/10. It was so satisfying -- perfectly cooked with caramelized onions and chilis that gave it the perfect amount of spice without being overwhelming. Definitely a must-try! The sweet potato fries never disappoint, and adding cheese just takes them to another level. And don't even get me started on the truffle fries... so addicting, definitely meant for sharing (or not). If you're thinking about trying something new here, this is your sign! read more

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This place has quickly become one of my favorite new eats! Their menu is extensive, and I'm enjoying trying different things because they tend to just impress me each time. My absolute favorite items are the chicken mediterranean bowl and the miso salmon bowl. The sauces are so flavorful and every bite is just yum! I did try the crispy chicken salad but it was just ok for me. read more

1st time at the restaurant! Very nice experience. Friendly staff from start to finish. Enjoyed lunch for coworker's birthday! Food was so delicious. Highly recommend Eat Chow. I will be back soon. read more

Eat Chow - Co-workers lunch! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

My server gave me great recommendations! Both my appetizers were great. And I love the 1950s diner vibe. read more

Eat Chow - Tater tots - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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This place is very clean, aesthetic...I'll give them that.Service is slow, and even forgetful. Me and my family arrived at 6 and took them 2 hours. We got our food at 8 PM and left and finished or food at 9. Then we got the check at 10! Overall 1-only because it's clean. -ps kinda over priced.... read more

Solid brunch choice in the Costa Mesa Newport area! Came here with a friend on New Year's Eve late morning. We had a reservation at 11:00 and were seated right away; they did not seem super busy considering it was NYE. I ordered the breakfast brioche sandwich and a mimosa flight to share. The flight came with 4 different flavors, a good option to share with a friend. The breakfast sandwich was pretty good. The brioche was super soft and the egg was cooked well and not too messy to eat. My dish came with a small side of breakfast potatoes that were really nicely cooked and had some parmesan on them as well. Prices are moderate, and portion size is okay. The decor inside is really cute, kind of like a nicer diner vibe. read more

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Excellent staff. Outstanding service. Clean restrooms. Super cute and warm decor. Great food! Perfect spot to grab a bite and then attend Newport Beach Holiday Light Parade in the bay. Highly recommend. Western Burger, Butternut squash bisque w pesto drizzle, truffle fries, mac & cheese, Tres Amigos all excellent. And the sangria was the best I have had ANYWHERE..(blueberries whole were a treat) including famous wineries in Napa, Sonoma and Temecula. Blown away! We will be back. Thank you read more

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The menu has changed since we last visited. Disappointing. A couple of menu items we came for are no longer offered even though still listed. Just ok now. read more

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The food was amazing I order the Mediterranean bowl !! Very delicious! Excellent service provided by Alex and Rogelio thank so much for your attention! read more

Eat Chow - I try Mediterranean Bowl, It was very delicious! The service was amazing by Alex and Rogelio thank you so much for your attention! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Had reservations for brunch today and they were able to seat us a little early. Inside dining area is small but comfortable. The waitress was very friendly and engaging even though they were obviously busy and slightly backed up. We never felt rushed to finish or leave. The food was amazing and everyone enjoyed it. She was also able to kindly split our checks at the end. Street parking is only 1 hour so park in the lots behind the restaurant or across the street. read more

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The fact that they use NO seed oils makes this place and automatic 5 star for me. The menu is creative & delicious with the sweetest staff. Been going here for a decade. One of my very favorite spots for lunch. read more

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Always a good meal here or for take out. Kids love it too. Favorite is the Newporter salad read more

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Still the best. The remodel has grown on me and all the servers continually do a fantastic job. I'm here 2-3x/week for breakfast. read more

Eat Chow - Chow French Toast, Cup Cup of Fruit, 1 Egg - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

SUPER pretty inside and the food was delicious Everything was so yummy would definitely come back here soon. read more

Eat Chow - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

We just ate lunch here today and hadn't been in a while. Love the atmosphere and food and service was exceptional! We started with French Onion Soup which was delicious and very flavorful. My husband had the protein bowl and it was delicious! The sausage was cooked perfectly and sweet potatoes had so much flavor. The portion was really big for the $! I had the Newporter salad and it was one of the best salads I've ever eaten. The chicken was flavorful and the dressing was delicious. There were so many good and fresh ingredients in the salad and it was huge. We loved our meals and will definitely be back. Our server was super friendly and made us iced teas to go and was very attentive. Loved everything and will be back soon! read more

Eat Chow - Protein Bown - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Cute brunch place with good drinks and food! We came here on a Sunday around noon, we're easily able to get in. Parking is street but there was plenty of that when we came. There is indoor and outdoor seating but we sat indoors since outside was crowded. Since it was the weekend they had brunch menu. For drinks we got the brown sugar espresso martini and chai espresso martini. For food I got the shrimp tacos and my fiancé got the chicken sandwich with salad on side. Brown sugar espresso (8/10)-glad I got it less sweet since it was perfect sweetness didn't get he brown sugar as much but not overly strong or weak. Chai espresso martini (8/10)-light in chai but not overly spicy and not too sweet either. Shrimp tacos (8.5/10)-large tacos good price for $18! Side of the beans were okay but the shrimp was plump with fresh salsa! Chicken sandwich (8.5/10)-juicy and flavorful, the bacon and cheese crisp made it unique! Lots of veggies and tasted super fresh. Overall food here is filling and not overly pricy. Would love to try the breakfast food here next time! read more

Eat Chow - Brown sugar espresso martini - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Great food! We ordered ours for take out and still tasted fresh. Would definitely recommend.

This place use to be amazing, but they have changed dramatically not just the look of the place, but the food. It is really bad to spend $100 and get the world's smallest steak and the most bland flavorless chicken I've ever tasted. This place has Roaches see video . It took so long for our food to come out. We started to look around, and my wife noticed a big roach crawling on the sign inside the restaurant above People's heads. service is very slow and forgetful. They forgot my drink multiple times and the food is just very underwhelming. This place has gone downhill dramatically. read more

Eat Chow - Chicken Piccata Milanase was the most flavorless - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

The Ahi Tuna salad and the halibut sandwich were delicious. Great service and delicious food. We will be back!

Came here for breakfast on Sunday - great variety of food and drink items. Everyone in our party was pleasantly surprised with what they ordered. Server was kind and quick, and inside is a cute diner vibe. Will be coming back soon! read more

Amazing Food & Even Better Hospitality Eat Chow is one of those places you're happy you found. The owner is incredibly friendly and genuinely goes out of his way to make sure you're taken care of. You can feel the hospitality the moment you walk in. The menu has a really good variety, so there's something for everyone. The tacos are excellent -- full of flavor and consistently done right. The curry chicken salad is absolutely delicious -- fresh, well-balanced, and packed with flavor. And the salmon salad is just as good -- light but satisfying and perfectly prepared. If you want quality food with welcoming service, Eat Chow is definitely worth the visit. Highly recommend! read more

I really wanted to like this place but the food just didnt do it for me-at least not the dinner menu. The space is super cute, the staff is really kind, and the menu looks good. We went for a family dinner-and we all left feeling like the meal was a little too heavy...too much sauce and/or cheese. Such a bummer. Ill probably go back to try breakfast...cause i really want to like it and im hoping its just not really meant to be a dinner place read more

So customer service was poor but the food was amazing! Fabulous if I could say so myself. However, they brought our dishes without utensils. We also asked for an extra plate they forgot. We asked for hot sauce and they brought it out 20 mins into our meal so we ate it without the hot sauce. They also took 15 mins to come over to take our order. If you're looking to eat quick and be out this wouldn't be the place food also took around 30 mins. But the food is great! so if you have time highly recommend. Loved their chicken picata read more

Eat Chow - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Good food with a wide menu that covers breakfast and lunch. Something for everyone. Cocktails, beer, mimosas, and coffee are all available. Quick and friendly service, they even comped a couple orders of fries for my large party. Small-ish dining area, so recommendations are recommended. Good place for everyone from Newport Beach hot-yoga girls to golf dads. read more

This place looks really nice and has decent parking across the street. The service was good, but the wait was pretty long. It took about 30 minutes after we ordered to get our food. This was on a reasonably busy Saturday, but there was no line of customers outside so it wasn't THAT busy. Unfortunately, I was unimpressed with the food. It's important to note that I only had the chow benedict, so maybe the other food is good and there's certainly a good selection, but it was very uninspired. It didn't taste bad, it was just extremely ordinary. The potatoes were whatever, the Benedict was cooked fine, but it was missing flavor. I am a Benedict fanatic and I rate this near the bottom of the Benedict's I've had, I think they really need to add something to make it worth $20. read more

Eat Chow - Chow Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I've been coming here for years... The food is generally pretty steady, although often soggy if you order delivery/to go. But tonight I dined in and would encourage everyone to check the bill! I ordered a French dip, which was delicious... But I was asked, "do you want a side salad or fries? Would you like cheese?" I answered "fries and yes please cheese." When I looked at the bill, I was charged $3 up charged for fries and $3 for a slice of Swiss cheese. It's not the end of the world, but honestly... the way it was phrased and also an up charge for fries over a side salad and two dollars for one slice of Swiss cheese is just ridiculous in my book. It's tough times for everyone, but do better Eat Chow. read more

If you're looking for yummy food, great service and a chill atmosphere, Eat Chow is the place for you! I came here tonight and had the sweet potato fries...they are topped with Parmesan cheese and served with a chipotle ranch...absolutely delicious! I also got the fig and Brie panini which was really good too. Everything I've tried here is great. Our server was wonderful too! read more

Eat Chow - Fig and Brie Panini Dinner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

So far this is one of my favorite spots for breakfast/lunch. There's an assortment of dishes for any craving whether it be heavy or light and the kitchen can be very accommodating. I've had Alex as my waiter twice and from my experience he's awesome. He's very professional but is still laid back in a way. I love how he's ready for us whether it be the bill, condiments, refills, etc. I got the opportunity to enjoy both their indoor and outdoor dining. Both areas do not disappoint as the decor is very comfy but give a modern brunch. On my first visit my friend and I got the chorizo hash and avotoast. The hash is on the heavier side but still a great choice that they didn't leave a single bit left on the plate. The avotoast left me feeling very satisfied, but not stuffed and the smoked salmon add on made it that much better. This is a must try spot during any time of the day, but maybe I'm too quick to say since I haven't had their dinner menu. Overall, very happy with the restaurant. Our second visit we got the breakfast burrito and cubano. The burrito is a large size to which we took it home, but it was packed full of flavor and instead of scrambled eggs we got sunny side up to make the burrito have a creamier texture. The cubano was awesome and the potatoes that came with it were perfect. I was reluctant on the potatoes from other restaurants, but they caught me by good surprise. They were wedge fries, with the perfect crisp. Since we're on the subject of crisp the cubano was the same with each and every bite. The aioili on the cubano was spectacular especially since I am used to mustard, but the switch up was a great idea. read more

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Was very excited because they now claim they are seed oil free! Asked what oil they use now and was told vegetable oil!! I guess they don't know that vegetable oil is a seed oil. Will not be coming back super deceiving . read more

Eat Chow - Seed oil free , when asked what oil they use they said vegetable - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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