It's been years since my fam and I have been back to Bruxie and we're so glad we picked this spot…read morefor a last minute dinner. My sister and I split the original waffle sandwich and the green goddess grilled chicken salad (bacon on the side). Wow was it just as good as I remember! The waffle was the right amount of sweet and perfect vessel for the crispy chicken. The salad honestly surprised us because the grilled chicken was so juicy and the salad dressing was so yummy. I think we got the perfect duo of items to share.

I was randomly craving a waffle club & back in the day I used to get the roasted turkey club with…read morepesto aioli, which was so delicious. They got bought out years ago & cut my sandwich from the menu. Had to get a chicken bacon ranch club on a waffle & hold the ranch. It was a far cry from that & tasted like Carl's Jr. (who also cut my favorite bbq chicken salad from their menu). Everything is more unhealthy & focused on cutting costs. Every time a restaurant gets bought out, it changes for the worse. The whole world has as every year goes by & especially since the Pandemic. I cud go on forever about this. But no one cares. I can't find anything I love anywhere anymore. I spend countless hours in an endless search for quality stuff that's got something sort of close to what I'm looking for and it's always a struggle trying to adjust & having to ask if they can do what they used to. The answer is usually no & if they even offer to try it's never as good as it used to be. Definitely not worth $30 for a chicken waffle sang & a shake. The cookies & cream was too heavy on the cream, so it just tasted like an inside of an oreo, which isn't my preference/balanced, & they put whipped cream, even tho she asked & I said no whip. The girl walked away right after I got to the takeout counter. So I waited until she came out with a bag of trash & there was no sorry/thanks for waiting. She saw me waiting & just said "Pick up order" & when she brought my shake I said it's not supposed to have whip. I said "This is mine?" She said "Yeah." Again, no sorry & I said "I guess I'll just have to scrape it off. Ok thanks." Happens every time, so I just expect it. I used to work at this mall for over 10 years about 13 years ago & every single thing has changed. Haven't heard of any of the stores except the staples. Felt like I was on another planet. Don't understand how they have a fancy-ish restaurant in a place with such high rent. I don't get it. Super disappointed & now I know it's not worth my time, money, energy, & gas! Miss the old Bruxie once again. Don't know why I even bothered. Just going to have to recreate the sang myself if I ever want it again, which wud be a huge pain. Every single thing is like this. This world seriously sucks. Not a fan.

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.

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!

What is a legit brunch to you?…read more Something sweet Something savory Something special, like this Ensenada omelette full of seafood Some drinks, like a mimosa flight, to chill Some drinks to keep you awake for the day Something classic that comes with the protein you need, toast, and potatoes or hash browns Like my favorite steak and eggs plate And a classic American omelette And most importantly, Some beautiful vibes all over the spot, like Madres Brunch!! IG: socalhkfoodies

The restaurant has a cute atmosphere, and the service was friendly and attentive. I really wanted…read moreto love this place, but unfortunately, the food was disappointing. Overall, everything lacked flavor, although I will say the red salsa served with the chips was delicious. My friend ordered the avocado toast, but it was basically just a slice of bread with sliced avocado--no seasoning, condiments, or anything to make it stand out. The small garden salad was equally underwhelming, consisting of only romaine lettuce and cherry tomatoes with no dressing or even a drizzle of olive oil. I ordered the Eggs Benedict, but they were more like open-faced boiled eggs since the yolks were completely hard instead of runny. The café de olla had a nice flavor, but it was much sweeter than expected. I think it would be better if they served it unsweetened (or lightly sweetened) and let customers adjust the sugar to their own taste. I really wanted to enjoy this place because the ambiance is so charming, but the food just didn't live up to the experience.

Euro Caffe has really delicious food. My favorite items to get are the Matcha Frappe, Crepes,…read moreVanilla Frappe, Belgian Waffles, & Cheesecake & my favorite, their Almond Croissant. The ambiance is so great, you can relax & sit outside. I wish all of that area of the shopping center had a Euro Caffe Makeover to make the mall look good.

We have come to this Caffe for many, many years and we always return when in the area…read more We always order the same thing, their Bacon panini and the Alexander crepe. Sometimes we get coffee, sometimes we don't, it's always delicious, but we like the breakfast enough to just come for that. It's a small, cute location with Europe inspired decor. It's simple, could use some updating, but super cute and intimate. Their service is pretty good, sometimes they're really busy and food takes a while, but we understand they're working as fast as they can. It's a nice little brunch spot, especially nice to come in the summer or fall when outdoor seating is great.

Great brunch place. Definitely busy on the weekend. Order first. Be seated. Then served at…read moretable. Service from hostess to table was great; courteous and quick. Seating inside and outdoors under a shaded cover. Good amount of menu items, for veg and non-veg. Well marked on the menu. Best chilaquiles Rojas I have had in awhile. My friend enjoyed her chilaquiles verde. Best part was the white patch over tea.

Poached Kitchen came up on Yelp, and because so, we go!…read more Lovely outside patio, but we chose to sit inside at a table. My party of 4 ordered a smattering of things (coffees and breaky), and we loved each and every item. It doesn't have a casual feel, it's a restaurant setting. A little odd is that you have to order at the cashier and pay, then sit. If you have 6 or more, they'll take your order by a wait staff. Whatev. They have a great menu, and also, seasonal items that each sound delish. Yes. Go. Next.

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

I can't believe I haven't reviewed Tribute until now! It's one of my favorite coffee spots in the…read moreOC! The peanut butter mocha is amazing and the breakfast sandwich with the croissant upgrade is often plentiful enough to be lunch too! Which is why I had my taste buds READY when I set out yesterday morning to get my fix. However I found a sign stating they were heading to a new location (yay!) and were temporarily closed. So hopefully I can save one person since Apple Maps did not save me! P.S. I love y'all dearly maybe consider updating the website and voicemail to let people know y'all are in the process of moving. Can't wait for the new location!

Mint Mojito Latte (small size for a little over $6): 3/5. Had a hint of mint, though I was hoping…read morefor a refreshing minty flavor with real mint leaves. They did offer to "add more" (I'm guessing syrup?) upon request, which was kind of them, but I didn't know how much the flavor and sweetness would change, so I didn't bother. It was also on the milkier side for a latte, but it was still a decent iced coffee. The gentleman at the front was polite and accommodating, while the female barista made drinks quickly and accurately. The shop doors were open, which felt very welcoming and accessible. Inside has a few tables, and they have food as well. A handful of parking spots pepper the perimeter of the store, which is also right by the gas station there. Maybe I'll ask for an extra shot in my future drink. I definitely wanna try some others from their extensive latte menu, like the Churro or Cinnamon Blast.

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!

Me and my gf were served the best and sweetest red lemonade here at Bruxies for free to try…read moredefinitely recommend to try it here along with the other delicious food and drinks to order here within the orange circle!

had some issues with rewards, but Michael was great! amazing food, thumb up :)…read more .