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    NORMS Restaurant

    3.6 (822 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
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    Fern H.

    Definitely prefer norms over IHOP or Dennys. Rocky was our server and did a phenomenal job. He delivered exceptional service and went above and beyond with his level of detail and hospitality. I think this is the best Norms location in Orange County for sure.

    Hawaiian French Toast uses a different kind of bread that's nice, but their regular French Toast is just as good. Spam was meh.
    Simon K.

    The Chilaquiles were ok but they were cold. The Hawaiian French Toast uses a different kind of bread that's nice, but their regular French Toast is just as good. I didn't care for the a Spam that came with it. I got a side of sausage patties and they were good. The steak was scary and gray color, but had a decent flavor and texture. It seems like it was cooked on a grill that wasn't hot enough to give it a good enough sear.

    BIGGER BETTER BREAKFAST COMBO, HERB LEMON PEPPER CHICKEN, BLACKENED GRILLED SALMON WITH GARLIC SAUCE SEAFOOD PLATTER.
    Steve G.

    Been coming here a few times now. Service is always good and food is always great. I am giving a 5 Star Review, however, I must mention, I do believe that Norm's, as a company should honor MILITARY DISCOUNTS everyday, just as they honor Senior Citizens Discounts on a daily basis, I served my country for almost a decade, and that experience you can't take away from my life, as if all of my experiences just come once a year, on Veterans Day. Well, enough of my rant, but a shout out to Esteban who has been our server 2 times in a row. Good job on your service. Temperature was decent and no foul odors. Lighting was great, coming from all the natural lighting from the glass windows. Til next time Normy!!

    BIGGER BETTER BREAKFAST COMBO, NY STRIP STEAK
    Cera-Lyn S.

    Love Norms! Food is great, fresh and big portions. Recommend sharing an entree unless you save the other half for later. Service was fast and friendly. Family friendly environment.

    ziosk game "scam"
    Kristine G.

    Beware! All their table have this small gadget to play, of course this attract mostly kids to play at first I think "0h wow it's cool they have this" but we were surprised when we got are bill, "they just charge $2.99" what a BS, it didn't even say that those table gadget is not free! We feel were scam . My child just played it like 5 minutes and the games are just basic. Hey Norms management you guys need to be TRANSPARENT!

    Steak, green beans and bake potato
    Dominic M.

    Ordered norms through uber eats came in semi hot, steak dry, my wife's baked potato hard, really disappointed of this place

    Umbilical cord

    I work nearby the Norms restaurant, and I leave late at night to go home. One night around 8:30 PM, on my way to the bus stop, I witnessed a homeless lady giving birth on the front lawn of Norms. My phone was dead, so I told the manager of norms the situation and she said they would call 911 to help her. A day later, I show up to work a little bit early around 9:00 AM and I see the homeless lady's umbilical cord still in the front yard of the Norms building, implying the homeless lady was not attended to, and had to cut her own umbilical cord and leave the property. I told the morning shift manager and he refused to take me seriously at all, continuing with his shift. This was probably the most horrific weekend of my life and the acting managers and staff did nothing to help that poor woman. Truly one of the most sickening acts of humanity.

    Ice cream
    Robert H.

    Norms is my favorite diner, and it's almost a requirement whenever I go to LA or OC. It has the comfortable vibes which simply cannot be beat. The music and the atmosphere will always make me feel like home. This time it was the Costa Mesa one and it did not disappoint. Started off with a split pea soup, my all time favorite soup. Then once the entrées came out, it was time to feast. The habanero jalapeño burger is unmatched. It was cooked to perfection. Paired with onion rings, and it was a perfect meal. To end the night we had single scoops of Thrifty Ice Cream, which I highly recommend be part of your meal too. Dalila was our waitress and she was superb. Went constantly above and beyond by checking in on us and making sure we were always well taken care of. I just wish they were closer, but they're always worth the drive.

    My Favorite French Toast

    Morning breakfast with family. Server Eddie tuvo Excelente servicio, atención y buen ambiente. Nos atendieron rápido y en seguida salió nuestra comida.

    Cindy S.

    Norm's is what I would consider a classic diner. It reminds me of a Denny's. It was good for a standard breakfast. I had chicken fried steak with eggs and pancakes. All was good except for the gravy. I asked for the gravy on the side the 2nd time because of the chalky flavor. That kept the fried steak batter crispy. For whatever reason the gravy tasted too grainy like it had too much flour or corn starch. It took away from the flavor. I liked the other aspects of the meal though. The egg and hash brown and pancakes did not disappoint. All in all a good hearty breakfast where you leave full and in some cases with leftovers to go. The service is way up there. Everyone is super friendly and happy to be there. That was a pleasant thing to experience. I will be back if ever in the area again.

    Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad, Texas toast.

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    Hector had served us today and he was very nice and welcoming with us, always a pleasure coming in and being served by the best staff here!

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