We come here all the time, and Ricky is one of the most attentive servers! Great experience every…read moretime!

Our friend, C, mentioned this place on social media…read more It looked like an ordinary coffee shop when we stopped by for breakfast on a Sunday after church: several small and large tables, as well as booth seating. A smallish place, there was a little bit of a wait for our table. The menu proved us wrong! The drink selections were extensive: Juices and sodas, but also agua frescas, smoothies, iced coffees, coffees, cocoas, lattes, and shakes. Lots of breakfast and lunch choices. I ordered the Country style fried steak and eggs, which came with hash browns and 2 fluffy buttermilk pancakes. The Iced coffee horchata came with a cookie! Hubby got the Chorizo and eggs with corn tortillas and a Mango smoothie. Our waitress dropped off 2 small pan dulce for us to start, which was a nice surprise. Good portions, reasonable prices, unrushed service, and we were able to find a parking spot in the busy shopping center.

Joe and Blake were awesome. Me and my family have been coming here for years and everyone is always…read moresuper nice. The Foods amazing I love the new menu the pork chop is delicious but my favorite dish will always be split between the burger and the brown butter cake

My husband and l shared what I will call the perfect meal. Crispy artichoke hearts, Caesar salad…read moreand hanger steak cook to perfection. We have eaten there multiple times. Find the staff terrific, the food. Superb and the atmosphere inviting.

Had such a great time at Cafe Culture in Santa Ana. The staff was super welcoming and the food was…read morereally good. Our only slip-up was not checking the ingredients carefully -- our son has a nut allergy and we ordered something with nuts by mistake. They were so nice about it and replaced the dish right away, no attitude at all. Really appreciated that. Definitely coming back. Easy 5 stars.

Service was okay! It was quite early in the morning and so it was relatively empty…read more I ordered a large matcha, less sweet, less ice and i wish it was better! It was relatively milky, and overly sweet for my taste. Would recommend getting their coffee instead, would try their lattes next time!

Artist Village Cafe: Birthday Breakfast Review…read more Formerly The Den, and before that the OG Gypsy Den, Artist Village Cafe has some serious Santa Ana history and apparently we brought all that history with us because the wait was LONG. We came in for a birthday breakfast and eventually got our food... emphasis on eventually. I went with the avocado toast + sunny-side-up egg, someone else ordered the breakfast sandwich with fruit which was served with grilled peach that we mistook for potatoes (yum). Everyone else went for the breakfast burrito, so we basically covered the breakfast menu. The verdict? Food was okay. Portions were pretty standard: not skimpy, but definitely not "I need a nap after this" generous. The churro latte, though? Yummy! That one understood the assignment. The dirty horchata was just okay, nothing to write home about. Overall, a cute spot with plenty of character and nostalgia, but the long wait made it hard to get overly excited about the meal. Maybe we caught them on a slow morning but at 8:30am we were the first ones to arrive ... but maybe breakfast just needed to marinate a little longer. Would I go back? Probably but next time, I'm ordering the churro latte first. and make sure you don't need to be anywhere afterwards.

Came here for weekend brunch. As the name suggests, this place has an old school, artsy vibe. The…read morestaff is friendly and attentive. I got the starving artist special for 10$ and caramel flan for dessert. They don't serve alcohol yet but hopefully soon! Starving Artist Special- This is such a great deal! You get crispy bacon, eggs your way, breakfast potatoes which were perfectly seasoned and crisp, and sourdough toast with a side of homemade whipped butter and jam. Everything is fresh and tasty and just what I needed in the morning. Caramel Flan- Soft and custardy with just the right amount of sweetness. Topped with whipped cream. Perfect way to end the meal. Great experience overall!

Native Son is a solid 4/5 stars…read more Parking is easy to access in the garage behind the building. They don't validate, but the 1st hour is free. To locate the restaurant, go up the stairs on the side. Happy hour is every day, 4-6PM The drinks are good and they have a good selection of beers and cocktails. You order at the bar and the service is quick. The food, however, is underwhelming. Regular fries are not great but the Cajun fries are better. Fries are enough to feed 2-3 people. The chicken tenders on the other hand are very small, and you get more sauce than chicken. The good thing about it is that the food was cheaper during happy hour. Some of the chairs/benches were uncomfortable, but overall, sitting outside is nice.

I've been coming here for years, but after my most recent experience, I will not be returning. I…read morewas treated with clear disrespect and unfair service by one of the staff members. I came in with friends and ordered a pitcher along with several shots. The server, a young white male, brought the shots and only one cup of beer. I immediately told him I had ordered a pitcher, but he insisted I never said that -- even though I had already been charged. To avoid arguing, I told him to just bring a pitcher and charge me again respectfully. He refused and told me I would have to go back and wait in line if I wanted one. When I asked to speak with a manager, he said the manager was unavailable. We later noticed him walking around the patio taking pitcher requests from other customers and bringing them directly to their tables without sending them back in line. We politely asked again, and he said "okay," but repeatedly ignored us, walking past our table multiple times. When my friend followed up, he suddenly claimed he couldn't serve us and again told us to get back in line. There was no clear reason for the difference in treatment. Watching others get served while we were repeatedly refused, despite being respectful customers, made the situation feel discriminatory. As Latino customers in a predominantly Latino community, the behavior came across as biased and unacceptable. It's extremely disappointing because I've supported this place for nearly a decade and had never experienced anything like this before. Unfortunately, this interaction completely changed my view of this establishment. I would not recommend coming here if respectful and fair service matters to you.

Quality meats to best seasoned French fries. It's hard not to fall in love especially with the…read morecheeseburger! Oh no I am hungry! I would never ordered that but ran into an old buddy and look at it! Chalk this little man n pa operation in food court in the heart and soul of downtown. Fast service and i just wish them success! Hands down for best sandwiches in town. Yeah the hype is for real! I double dare you! With a big fat smile lol. Its just exquisite!

Solid sandwich shop inside 4th street market! Lots of options for sandwiches and each sandwich…read morecomes with a small side (potato salad or mac). The service was quick and they packaged the meal with care!

Chapter One in downtown Santa Ana is a fantastic anchor in the Artists Village area, but when…read morethere's a major sporting event going on--especially during the World Cup--this place turns into an absolute party. The high ceilings, rustic exposed brick, and massive bar setup make for an electric atmosphere when it's packed out with a rowdy crowd. Even when they're slammed for game days, the kitchen holds its own. The duck fat fries are pretty much mandatory for the table--super crispy, well-seasoned, and easy to pick at while drinking. Their empanadas, lumpia, and burgers are also solid, easy crowd-pleasers to pair with a huge craft beer list or one of their whiskey cocktails. Because the energy is so high during watch parties, service can understandably take a little longer than a normal quiet lunch, but the staff handles the game-day rush really well and keeps the drinks flowing. Parking in downtown Santa Ana can be hit-or-miss with meters, but slipping into the Sycamore parking structure right across the street saves you from driving in circles. If you're looking for a dependable gastropub with great food that actually knows how to throw a hype watch party, Chapter One is hard to beat.

You know a place is REALLY good when you're so busy enjoying your delicious mixed drinks and…read moredevouring your food that it's only when you're all done that you think - whoops I should probably take a photo for Yelp! That's what happened to me 3 drinks and some yummy snacks later. My husband and I had dinner reservations nearby but went here for some mixed drinks beforehand and to also eat their delicious cheese curds. Their cheese curds are the best! Better than Culver's for sure!! They have both high top and low tables and bar seating. I love their mixed drinks! I've tried 5 different cocktails and all 5 are outstanding! My favorite cocktails are: Frank Cilantra $14 Diplomático Planas, Pueblo Viejo Reposado, Lime, Pineapple, Agave, Orange Bitters, Cilantro Oaxacan on Sunshine $14 Los Vecinos Espadin, Averna, Passion Fruit Syrup, Lemon, Honey Mama Needs A Drink $12 Pueblo Viejo Reposoda, Ramazzotti Apertivo Rosato, Strawberry, Lime, Opera Prima Brut I am already planning my next time to return here! Delicious!!

I went with my girlfriend and my friend to have brunch at around 2:30pm…read more Immediately upon walking in our server greeted us with a smile and has us seated quickly the environment was friendly and the music was very nice had some throwbacks! We took the time to look over the menu as we had been here before but brought a friend as well. For drinks we ordered the water/Diet Coke and the Mocktails called Tropicana and the blueberry spritz. Both ladies agree they were fantastic. For the food the appetizer was the Mozzarella sticks and the Entree was the Chorizo Egg plate, Alfredo personal pizza and the Veggie Omelet. I demolished my egg plate and the serving portions size was so good that the two ladies couldn't finish their food! Overall we thoroughly enjoyed our experience! We will definitely be back!!

My mom and I were trying this place for the first time, and it was amazing! The customer service…read morewas incredible. We were greeted at the door as soon as we walked in. They were so accommodating throughout the entire experience, with multiple staff members always checking on us, getting our food, and bringing the puppy water. We even asked if they had a chicken breast with no oil or seasoning that we could give to the puppy. They said they usually wouldn't, but he came back and said they could pull a fresh one for her, which was beyond kind. Other than the amazing service, the food was a 10/10. Those shrimp and grits were probably the best I've ever had. Usually, grits are too spicy or too salty for me, but these were seasoned to perfection. Plus, there was a good amount of shrimp on the plate, and they were pretty big. The pineapple upside-down pancakes are a must-try, being that they are a staple in our house. They were really good! There weren't any maraschino cherries, but I was vibing with that because I'm not a big fan of them regardless.Overall, such an amazing spot to get breakfast! Definitely my number one spot if I'm craving breakfast.

this establishment is closed. as of the new year they changed it to a new business. fo not bother…read moreespecially if you are traveling. this cafe is closed. it is unfortunate but other near by coffee shops. lastly do not bother they are closed they no longer exist. the doors do not even open.

We came here for a private event, so the cafe was closed but they still had their barista on staff…read morefor us. Great coffee and chai lattes, nice interior for our party of 30. Parking sucks, only 3-4 spots up front and the adjacent parking garage is for private tenants only, so you only have street parking surrounding the cafe which there were no spots.

Santa Ana Brunch Club: A Breakfast Revelation…read more For one, I have never really been a brunch or breakfast person. Breakfast has always felt somewhat predictable to me eggs, pancakes, French toast, maybe some potatoes and even the higher-end brunch establishments, while they may use more refined ingredients, sometimes only manage to give the classics a slight edge over your run-of-the-mill breakfast joint. Then I experienced Santa Ana Brunch Club. When I say this was the best breakfast I have ever had, that is honestly an understatement. And yes, that comes with one very important disclaimer: no seafood* I'm allergic. Everything was phenomenal. And I mean everything. Most restaurants treat eggs like a supporting character a side dish, a filler, something added to make the plate appear more substantial. Santa Ana Brunch Club clearly sees them differently. The scrambled eggs were impossibly fluffy, beautifully seasoned, and carried an original flavor profile that was immediately distinguishable from any other eggs I've encountered. They weren't there to fill space; they were part of the composition. Now, what did I order? Bubbies Fried Chicken n Pancakes substituted with French toast. And this French toast... It looked like something pulled directly from the pages of a culinary magazine or lifted from a beautifully produced food television show. It was almost so visually perfect that I felt like I shouldn't touch it. But once I did, the presentation became secondary because the flavor was even more impressive. I have never considered myself a French toast person. Most of the time, it simply isn't executed properly, so I've always gravitated toward pancakes because, well... it's pretty difficult to completely mess up a pancake. Santa Ana Brunch Club changed that. This was easily the best French toast I have ever encountered. Rich without becoming heavy. Sweet without crossing into excessive sweetness. Every component seemed intentionally placed, creating that rare balance that can only happen when someone truly understands the craft of cooking. There was a progression to every bite texture, sweetness, richness, warmth and somehow it continued getting better as I worked my way through the plate. Then came the fried chicken. That perfectly seasoned, beautifully crisp exterior brought exactly what the French toast needed: crunch, salt, and savory depth. It created a contrast that pulled the entire dish together. The result was essentially an elevated interpretation of the chicken and waffle concept, except this felt like it had been taken into an entirely different culinary universe. This wasn't simply breakfast. It was a redefinition of breakfast. The kind of dish that makes you reconsider an entire category of food you thought you already understood. And then there were the drinks. The Berry Bloom is one of those drinks that makes you stop after the first sip and think, why isn't this bottled and sold everywhere? It's an incredibly well-balanced spritz bright, refreshing, fruit-forward without becoming overly sweet, and composed in a way that makes it feel effortless. This is something I could genuinely see becoming a nationwide bottled sensation. The White Rum Vanilla Bean Latte takes a completely different approach. Instead of burying the coffee underneath syrups, sugar, and a mountain of additives, it allows the actual coffee to remain the star. The vanilla bean and rum notes complement rather than overpower, creating a latte that feels intentional rather than disguised. That, more than anything, seems to define Santa Ana Brunch Club. Intentionality. Nothing felt like filler. Nothing felt like an afterthought. The eggs mattered. The texture mattered. The sweetness mattered. The contrast between savory and sweet mattered. Even the drinks felt composed with the same philosophy as the food. I doordashed not being a breakfast person. I m wondering if I had simply been eating breakfast at the wrong places. Santa Ana Brunch Club didn't just serve me breakfast it redefined what breakfast could be. Whenever I think of brunch or breakfast from this point forward, this is the place I'm going to think about.

The wait wasn't too bad for such a small establishment, the food was really good, and all the…read moreworkers (even the chef) were really nice. With it being a small place, one thing that stood out was that our food came out late. We were told it was because there was a large order placed when our order was placed. That was fine. No big deal but not too long after we finished eating and paid for our food, we were being rushed off so that the table could be used for the next guest. We understood but my thought was now we are being rushed when our food came out pretty late. I thought they forgot about us. But it wasn't an issue. We gathered our things and left. We completely understood and they were really polite about letting us know it was time to leave. Another thing I would like to see done, when they are able, is a makeover for the restroom. I was hesitant, not because of the looks but because there is only one bathroom and I couldn't figure out if the door was locked or not Once you go, if you visit before the knob is changed, you'll understand what I mean. Overall, I'd go back. It was good and the people there were really cool.