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    Plums Cafe

    4.1 (3.5k reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Mikki C.

    I've given this place another chance and glad for it! We were gifted a mini cinnamon roll as an appetizer, which was awesome. Then we doubled down and ordered the giant cinnamon roll and were delighted how flavorful and moist it was. The iced banana coffee was freaking delicious and my girlfriend loved her hot coffee. I highly recommend the sweet potato hash, super flavorful and makes yummy left overs.

    Hayley H.

    Celebrating OC Restaurant Week with the gorrllls. I had the opportunity to meet up with a few of my coworkers to celebrate one of the best weeks of the year. Plums has it all. A trendy vibe, caffeinated bevvies, and a stacked breakfast/lunch menu. I will admit that their pricing is on the higher side - but what isn't these days? I ordered their banana split latte and a breakfast sammie with turkey. This sandwich came layered with an over-easy egg and all the greens. I also loved their side salad, which came with fresh sliced strawberries and oranges. Their service was a-okay. They did forget about our crew towards the end of our visit, but otherwise were very attentive.

    Breakfast Sandwich
    Erika N.

    Plums is an OC staple brunch spot on 17th street. I would highly recommend making reservations and pretty easy to schedule the day before as it a pretty busy and well known spot in Costa Mesa. When you get seated, best play is to order the Dutch baby before your full order. It's an amazing pastry dish but does take about 20mins or so to cook. We added the berries and pro-tip is to squeeze the lemon, add the berries then sprinkle the powdered sugar. I ordered the breakfast sandwich with bacon. The greens to meat & bread ratios is fantastic. I love a well-balanced sandwich that doesn't feel too decadent. The side salad with a light vinaigrette was a great pairing. They have tons of refreshing cocktails and lots of options on the menu. Another great dish is the Vietnamese bowl but will be adding this sandwich to my brunch rotation. They have indoor and outdoor seating, I enjoy sitting inside due to the aesthetics since outdoors is just a little space between businesses and near parking lot.

    Julia J.

    Come back for brunch on last weekend. This Plum cafe always busy ( popular place !). We got a table around 30 minutes waiting. I still ordered a deep fried Dutch baby pancake skillet baked, crispy edges & soft body with nothing adding ( less sweet) Service was great here . Their pricing was on the higher side . Restaurant simple and clean all the time

    2 pounder
    My W.

    Plums had me in a chokehold for months. Reel after reel of their famous 2-pound cinnamon roll had me dreaming, drooling, and fully influenced by these influencers that moaned after each bite of the cinnamon roll. So when my kids asked what I wanted to do for my birthday, I immediately said, "I need the 2-pound giant cinnamon roll." Birthday rules applied. They had no choice. I got to have my "yes" day. The wait wasn't terrible, it was about 30 minutes. We did have to sit outside in the rain, but there were heat lamps. It was fine. I even enjoyed the sound of the rain for a bit. Then the cinnamon roll arrived. Yes, it was massive. It was definitely Gram worthy and I received a lot of likes but... it was all looks, no substance. Four of us ate about half and took the rest home. Unfortunately... it was really dry. The best part was the very center. The edges were burnt and crunchy, not in a good way. It was just hard and flavorless. I left sadly disappointed. It was my birthday. I had waited so long for this moment, only to walk out of Plums utterly sad. Sometimes the hype wins. This time, it didn't.

    Ken C.

    Open from morning till 2pm, Plum's cafe is a local spot in Costa Mesa that specializes in brunch items. Most of their entrees run around $20 (except their steak and eggs and crab omelette). I went with their chocolate banana waffle ($20), that's topped with banana, whipped cream and caramel sauce. The waffle was chocolatey, and I enjoyed the caramel sauce and whipped cream. My wife and I shared their granny smith apple salad, which was a refreshing mix of greens, apples (dried and fresh), hazelnuts, pinot vinaigrette, goat cheese, and dried cranberries ($19) and added chicken for $9. I got their cinnamon roll latte ($10), which, to my surprise, came with a "mini" version of their signature cinnamon roll. Overall, this was a good experience for a early lunch/late breakfast as we got a nice balance. $28 for a salad with a little bit of chicken is on the steep end of what I'd want to pay for a light entree, which ultimately impacts where it ranks on my top brunch destinations; however, we did enjoy what we ordered and we would consider coming back if we were already in the area.

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    Michelle K.

    I love coming here for lunch. Their brie panini is absolutely delicious!!! Its a must try. If you love relaxing with your friends with chilled white wine and delicious food choices then check this place out. Plus, for tmobile dining cash back if you book reservations n dine using your registered CC. Its a win win! Also, portions are big! It can be pricey but worth the price! Food starts at like $19/dish.

    Huevos Rancheros
    Hailey F.

    We tried this place again today. We walked in without a reservation around 10:30 on a Saturday. The place was packed, and the wait was about 30 minutes. They offer plenty of indoor and outdoor shaded patio seating, and the overall vibe is relaxed and easygoing. I ordered the Dutch baby with berries which was excellent, and my husband ordered the huevos rancheros and he was satisfied with his plate as well. They have lots of fun drinks on the menu, and I'm looking forward to trying some next time. Most importantly, our server was attentive and courteous and didn't rush us out like the server we had the last time. We will definitely be back again.

    Francine G.

    We were craving a Dutch baby pancake and decided to try Plums Cafe after seeing it on TikTok. The Dutch baby itself was pretty good, but the berries were an extra charge. I usually don't mind paying extra for toppings; however, the fruit wasn't sweet at all and was actually quite sour, so it felt like a waste. We also ordered the smoked salmon Benedict and were disappointed with the flavors--it was way too salty. The potatoes, however, were really good. Service was fast, but unfortunately the food wasn't even warm when it arrived, which was disappointing. Overall, the food had potential, but a few things missed the mark.

    Tastes as dry as it looks
    Marci M.

    I had such high hopes for what has been said to be one of the best cinnamon rolls in Orange County. but boy, was I disappointed. I placed an order online because I wanted a cinnamon roll for New Year's Day morning. Since this place is about 25 miles from my home, I picked it up as late as I could on New Year's Eve. I came home to give it a little taste test before serving it to our family and guests the next day... and it was awful. It was extremely dry (both in appearance and texture) and looked and tasted stale. It also had a weird coating of dry, powdery, bitter cinnamon on the outer edge and was seriously lacking frosting. I would compare it to a day-old cinnamon roll from a cheap donut shop.. certainly not worth the $20 I paid for it. To me, there was absolutely nothing about this cinnamon roll that was noteworthy. It paled in comparison to the many photos I saw in other Yelp reviews. My guess is they couldn't keep up with holiday demand and pre-baked too many too early. Being forced to produce in quantities that are abnormal definitely makes quality suffer. Also worth noting: when I went in to pick up my order, the woman asked if I wanted a premade cinnamon roll or one to bake at home. I had no idea the bake-at-home option even existed and didn't see anything about it on the website (and I definitely would have chosen that option). But once she realized I had already placed my order and wasn't ordering in person, she said, "Oh, well you already ordered the premade one, so that's what I have to give you." I would say maybe next time I'd try the bake-at-home version, but honestly there probably won't be a next time. That cinnamon roll went straight in the trash, and I ended up driving to the mall to get a food court cinnamon roll instead, and it blew this one out of the water. Not only in FRESHNESS, but also in taste and texture... and they also gave me extra frosting (for free) when I told them we wouldn't be eating it until the next morning. So if you're trying to "upgrade" your cinnamon roll game and think you need something fancier, save yourself the time and money and just go to the mall. You won't be disappointed.

    Shirred Eggs
    Shannan E.

    We waited about 35-40 minutes on a Saturday for a party of 2. We ordered the shirred eggs, eggs benedict, and lemon blueberry pancakes. Everything was absolutely delicious and worth the hype in my opinion. Portions are HUGE. I want to come back for the giant cinnamon roll. The service was good despite the place being packed. The inside bar area is cute and overall great vibe for weekend brunch.

    Raised their price on mother's day. Crazy how a restaurant would do this and take advantage of people. Don't come here on any special holidays. Owner will probably do the same.

    The Famous Cinnamon Roll
    Chris C.

    Run, don't walk to Plum's. Order the cinnamon roll and enjoy!! You are welcome!! Plum's is GREAT, the food, the vibe, the friendly staff who are helpful, responsive, kind, funny, engaging. If 10 stars was an option I would rate 20 stars!! Kudos to Frank, he's fabulous!! Well done Plum's, keep on serving those cinnamon rolls and having fun! Great way to start my Sunday!!

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    Ask the Community - Plums Cafe

    We plan to come on Easter. Are you offering only the Easter brunch on that day or can we also order off your regular menu?

    Every Easter and Mother’s Day (two days a year), Plums offers a special brunch menu in order to offer the best service and highest quality brunch items as possible. The Easter Brunch menu can be found on Plums web site under the menu section.… Read more

    Any vegan foods as I sure don't see any. Amazing so many places are stuck in the past and won't offer a healthier alternative like vegan foods, fresh veggies & fruit maybe?

    There are a few limited vegan options like the Brazilian Bowl, fruit, whole cut oats, and salads.

    Ok so I saw that you have a two pound cinnamon roll that if you finish it by yourself you get a tshirt. What does the tshirt look like? Is the cinnamon roll free if I finish it fast enough? Can I expect confetti when I conquer the beast?

    We offer a tshirt with different size options that say I ate the whole Cinnamon Bun at Plums Cafe if you finish in 20 minutes.

    Do you have a gluten-free pancakes French toast or GF waffles?

    Yes, we offer gluten-free pancakes, waffles and toast.

    Do they allow small 10lbs well behave inside?

    People? Sure. Dogs? No.

    Are there gluten free options?

    Yes, they have lots of gluten-free options!

    Vegetarian friendly? Dog friendly? These are the two things I look for when finding a weekend brunch spot.?

    Do you have Apple Pay?

    Yes

    Do we need reservations?

    No, you don't need reservation.

    Is there a to-go option?

    Yes

    Do they deliver?

    No they don't

    Can we eat lunch inside today?

    Yes

    So they do Delivery?

    Pick up only

    Do they offer bottomless mimosas?

    No.

    Do they take reservations?

    Yes they do online 24 hours in advance. After that call the restaurant and make them.

    What are your gluten free options?

    Water

    Can you bring Dogs?

    Yes

    Any vegan options?

    Hello Morgan. First of all, I am not a vegan so I don't want to give any incorrect information. However, if the point is to avoid all animal byproducts, (by my experience) Plums would be difficult.… Read more

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