This is a bright and casual brunch spot with so many different kinds of dishes. Definitely a lot of variety to choose from, from savory to sweet. There is a lot of seating both indoors and outdoors. Parking can be a little tricky during peak times. The staff were all very friendly and attentive, making sure we had what we needed and receiving our refills. Ordered the following: - Avocado Benedict - Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich - House French Toast (Deep-Fried Toast, mixed Berries, Maple Syrup, Condensed Milk) - Mango Iced Green Tea - Potted Plant Latte All the food that we ordered was amazing and delicious. I especially liked the Avocado Benedict, there was a savory and creamy taste to it. The House French Toast was a great addition for dessert; the toast had a crispy texture while the inside was soft. The Manga Iced Green Tea was refreshing but if you wanted something interesting but also a latte then the potted plant is a good choice! Overall, it is such a nice brunch spot to go to with many different choices. I definitely want to come back to try their other items. read more

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My friends and I love this place! Their brunch portions are huge and there's a great variety of options. It is slightly on the pricier side at around $18+ per plate, but the portions definitely make up for it. The staff are always super nice and welcoming, especially the older gentleman who is always so friendly. The ambiance is nice with both indoor and outdoor seating, although there's more space outside. Inside is cozy and enjoyable when it's not too crowded. My favorites are the salmon Benedict and egg coffee! Highly recommend both. Parking in the plaza is pretty tight, so I'd recommend coming earlier for a better spot or parking across at the plaza with Snail's Pace and walking over. Weekdays are great, but expect it to be very crowded on weekends. read more

Popping Yolk Cafe - Smoked Salmon Omelette - Cafes Near Me - Brea, California

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Grabbed my baby breakfast because this placed looks so appealing. When I walked in I loved the ambiance. It's bright and has a lot of greenery decor. The aesthetics and lighting is bright and overall just a beautiful dining area. They also offer outdoor seating. The service was great. You order your food at the counter and they deliver it to your table or you can get it to go. The gentleman who took the order asked if I had any questions before taking my order and said it would be 10-15min for the food to be ready, and it was! I ordered the Bacon Jam Burger (it's a new item) and it did not disappoint. The burger comes with an Angus beef patty, house made bacon jam (FIRE), arugula (I requested to hold), sunny side up egg, and maple syrup. It's also served with a garden spring salad (I requested to hold) and country fried potatoes (got double potatoes). This burger is bursting with flavor. The egg was cooked perfectly with a soft runny yolk that paired perfectly with the sweet and salty bacon jam. The potatoes were fried and seasoned to perfection. You have to try this place out if you're in the area! Absolutely amazing... read more

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We enjoyed a tasty beginning to our weekend with a big breakfast at Popping Yolk Cafe. I ordered a California Omelette without mushrooms and a vanilla latte. My husband ordered the Berry Farm Crepes with the Japanese green tea. We sat outside and enjoyed our very tasty meals. The service was quick and the environment was very neat. Our drinks were very good and I enjoyed the smooth flavor of my latte. My omelette came with toast, a small side of greens and potatoes. The potatoes are amazing! The crisp on them is perfect. My husband finished all of his meal and I was able to take my unfinished half home and have it for lunch. The only downside is the cost. It's tasty with big portions but rather on the pricey side. It's a wonderful treat once in awhile when we can afford to splurge. read more

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I came here for brunch on a Saturday at 10 am. I feel like it was the perfect time as there was no line and lots of open tables. It's more of a fast casual where you order at the front and then they bring you your food, however, there were also servers walking around offering to refill waters and clear plates which was nice. I ordered the Nashville Hot chicken Benedict and it was so good! I'm a wimp when it comes to spice but they give different options of spice level and I chose mild which was perfect. The chicken was crispy on the outside and juicy and tender on the inside. It was a really flavorful combination. It came with a side salad and a ton of potatoes which I took home. I really wished they had half options of the sweet stuff though because I would've also ordered some French toast or crepe! Overall a really nice place for breakfast or brunch, just come early... it was packed when we left around 11:30 read more

Popping Yolk Cafe - Nashville Hot Chicken Benedict - Cafes Near Me - Brea, California

I understand why many locals love this place for breakfast/brunch! This is a place that you can go to for a casual breakfast or a full on indulgent breakfast. We loved the indoor and outdoor seating, you can look at the menu as you select a table and then go inside to order. They do provide table side service after you order at the counter, this includes water to checking in. The food was phenomenal. My family loved each and every dish. The stars were definetly the Ube French Toast, Nutella Banana Pancakes & the Kimchi Spam Omelet. I love the Asian fusion mixed into their dishes. Their pancakes are actually mochi texture and I fell in love! They're soft, chewy but not too sweet! The Ube French toast was crazy, it was sweet yet delectable. We all fell in LOVE with the Kimchi Spam Omelet. The cheese mixed with egg and adding in the kimchi, spam and gochujang worked so well together. Can't wait to return! read more

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Love this place! Wish we had one in the Bay Area! We visited from out of town and chose to eat here twice. Ambiance is bright and light- lots of natural lighting from the many windows and the table tops have a white marble look to them. The first thing you do is grab a menu and have a seat, then you get up to order at the counter when you're ready. They seem to use rice flour for their pancakes, waffle, and fried chicken, which makes for a fun, different, and enjoyable texture. The lattes were nicely made - not too sweet, with a good balance of espresso and whole milk. The only thing I would change is to ask for scrambled eggs on the croissant sandwich. It was difficult and messy to eat with a sunny-side up egg. Can't wait until our next visit! Please, someone open one up in San Jose, CA! read more

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Hit the brunch hour and it was popping!! Luckily was able to find available seats for two. Staff is friendly, attentive, and always ready to refill water! Ordered my fave (the Kimchi Butter Chicken Eggs Benedict) and it was delicious, as always. The side potatoes were also lovely and crispy, just to my liking. Portions here feel like they're bigger than the other locations I've been to. One of my favorite brunch places! read more

Popping Yolk Cafe - Bacon Jam Burger - Cafes Near Me - Brea, California

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Popping Yolk Cafe is a cute and fun place for brunch. The menu is very globally expansive with pockets of kimchi. I was true to myself and just ordered the classic breakfast ($18.20). It comes with your of eggs (scrambled for me), bacon + sausage, side salad topped with cherry tomatoes, toast, and lots of country fried potatoes. The eggs are Asian scrambled eggs - the kind you might get at a hotel in Asia. They're folded over and super fluffy. I like that you get both proteins though the sausages are maple flavored. The side salad is actually a nice surprise. We also ordered a California omelette ($19.20) which is comes with cherry tomatoes, avocado, spinach, mushrooms with pesto and a side of toast. We also added some ham for added protein. It's interesting in flavor - I've never had a pesto omelette before.i guess with all the veggies and pesto flavoring, it's very California-y in that way. It's easy here - order at the counter and seat yourself. The patio is spacious with plenty of shade. Service is super friendly and attentive. Oh, and they also play good music here. Will be back. read more

Popping Yolk Cafe - classic breakfast: scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, side salad + toast = $18.20 - Cafes Near Me - Brea, California

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I love all things ube and when I saw that Popping Yolk Café had quite a few ube items I couldn't wait to go!! PYC is located in a newer shopping center right next to In & Out. That in mind, parking becomes challenging during the lunch rush. The restaurant has inside and outside dining areas that are both good-sized and comfortable. You place your order at the counter and your food is brought to your table when it's ready. All the employees we interacted with today were very helpful, friendly and welcoming. Now for the food. Truly ube heaven, but I was also eyeing their great list of Benedicts. I was here for the ube today so I kept my focus on that :) My foodie friend and I decided to go the breakfast route. I ordered the ube French toast with sides of eggs and sausage to balance out the sweetness. My friend chose the berry and Nutella crepes. My order came out first. There was as an oversight on my friend's order. The kitchen just kinda "forgot" to make her crepes. When the worker realized this, he was super apologetic and didn't make excuses, so even tho there was quite a gap in our orders being served he earned points for how he handled the situation. My ube French toast was beautiful . Coated in something crunchy and topped with coconut syrup, shredded coconut, and served with whipped cream and fresh blueberries, it was a sight to behold. As I cut into the first piece I realized it was also stuffed with a delightful ube paste. SO decadent and delicious! (I ended up taking half of it home for later). I'm glad I also ordered eggs and sausage to balance out all that decadence! On a side note, I'm not sure what kind of sausage they serve here, but it was delicious. My friend let me try some of her crepes and they were also amazing! They add corn flakes in the filling, which adds a nice texture to every bite. Definitely a solid brunch spot. I'm looking forward to trying their Benedicts soon! read more

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When I tell you, this is my new favorite brunch spot, I am not kidding!! First off, my mom is a picky eater, so when she says she loves the food - high praise! The food and drinks reminded me of brunch places in Europe - so high quality, lovely presentation, and a great quantity. We sat outside and it was just such a nice vibe. We got to chat with the owner, who was going around waiting on tables, which is such a nice sight! So sweet and welcoming. Will definitely be coming back and 10/10 recommend if you're looking for a nice, family-owned breakfast place read more

Popping Yolk Cafe - Classic Benedict - Cafes Near Me - Brea, California

Came here with my friend a little before the brunch rush. She got the Norwegian Benedict and I got the avocado ham croissant. For coffee she got a vanilla latte and I got an ube latte. Food was good! Coffee could be a little better. It was more milk than coffee. Other than that it was good. read more

Popping Yolk Cafe - Croissant Avocado and Ham Sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Brea, California

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Parking here can be pretty difficult. They have plenty of both indoor and outdoor seating, and you order first before dining in. I ordered the Classic Benedict, and it was really good. It came with seasoned potatoes they were super flavorful and well seasoned. The small side salad was also fresh and came with plenty of dressing. Overall, everything was delicious! Recommendation(s): - Classic Benedict Service: 5/5 Tip(s): - Parking is hard - Restroom available - Order first and then dine in read more

Popping Yolk Cafe - Classic Benedict - Cafes Near Me - Brea, California

Popping Yolk has so much trendy aesthetic SoCal brunch vibes!! this croissant avocado and ham sandwich gives you all the brunch feels And the asian fusion! Kimchi Spam Omelette! The Ube French Toast is definitely their signature and a must-try (Hmmm when you're ignoring the calories ) Refillable brew coffee! IG: socalhkfoodies read more

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Came here for breakfast since i heard they have ube pancakes. My god it did not disappoint! It was really good and a lot. I couldn't finish it. Definitely give this place a go for breakfast read more

Popping Yolk Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Brea, California

Popping Yolk is one of my favorite brunch spots - lots of variety of brunch items on their menu, cute and cozy decor, friendly service, and delicious food! Their eggs benedict menu is what they're known for, and it has so many unique options. The Nashville hot chicken benedict is a personal favorite. The chicken stays crunchy even after the yolk breaks, and the slaw tucked between the chicken and the english muffin ties it all together really well. The potatoes on the side are crispy and really fun to eat, and the salad is a nice touch too. Just a really solid breakfast spot with a lot of variety and consistently good food. Highly recommend if you're in the area! read more

Popping Yolk Cafe - Nashville Hot Chicken Benedict - Cafes Near Me - Brea, California

This place was amazing! Came here with my fiancé when they opened during a weekday and it was not busy. There is a lot of seating inside and outside. You order at the register and they give you a number and you can sit wherever. He got the crispy toffee banana French toast with a side of eggs. I ordered the crispy ube French toast with a side of potatoes and an iced mango tea. (on the menu it said early bird special would get the drink for $+1, but the cashier told us that our order didn't count as an entree so he charged us the full price of the iced tea which was a little weird since I'm not sure what they consider an entree then) Both the French toast were so good! Not overly sweet and had a very crunchy outside. The iced tea was also not too sweet and was refreshing. Potatoes were crispy on the outside but soft on the inside and had some good seasoning. Overall would definitely come again. read more

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The service here is great, the workers are all very attentive and nice. You can sit anywhere inside or outside after paying and there's lots of shade if you were to sit outside. You really get a bang for your buck with the potted plant latte in regard to the size of the actual container (super cute like a vase!). However, I thought the overall latte was a bit underwhelming. Not bad, but it's just an average caramel latte with half-and-half. I was not the biggest fan of the smoked salmon omelette. My friend really enjoyed hers with a side of the homestyle potatoes, however, mine was underdone. I'm not sure if that's intentional but I was under the impression that the salmon would be smoked as insinuated and more well-done. Besides that, I did not care for the overall composition of the omelette itself. Egg was not seasoned nor were the mushrooms and spinach. It's ok with hot sauce added, but without add ons, i would not order this again. read more

Popping Yolk Cafe - Potted plant latte Mango Iced Green Tea - Cafes Near Me - Brea, California

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Popping Yolk Brea is Popping!! Great service, the place is clean and the food delish!!! Ordered ube pancake, popping yolk burger and cowboy burger. Their ube latte did not disappoint. Excellent customer service, we were greeted as soon as we came in and friendly servers keep coming back for drink refills. So kind. Lively music and vibin. Lots of parking space. They have outdoor seating as well. Come and dine at Popping Yolk Cafe in Brea!! read more

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Pretty yums! We've been here twice now and I highly recommend coming here on the earlier side. We've been here both times around 9/9:30am and it's much less crowded! Our favorite item has been the kimchi butter chicken eggs Benedict - yummy! The sweet items are a little less delicious, and our toddler is a fan of the popcorn chicken and breakfast potatoes. Order at the counter and the bring your food and water out to you. We've sat outside both times (easier with two kiddos and a stroller) and it's been great! Parking in the lot can get kinda crazy but at 9am there's plenty of parking. Food can take a while to come out when it's busy but it was pretty quick when the place was mostly empty. Would come back! read more

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This is an Asian style breakfast place the pancakes were under cooked they tasted like I was just eating batter. I ordered the classic breakfast I got scrambled eggs they tasted wired like jello the potato's tasted like fries the salad on the plate made all my food soggy. The only good thing on my plate was the beacon. The food was terrible the service was ok read more

Popping Yolk Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Brea, California

This place is super cute. Parking totally sucks because they're right next to in and out and fogo de chao but once you do find parking they have lots of seating. There's a lot of food and drink options. The Norwegian Benedict was great. My daughter inhaled their breakfast sandwhich and their classic breakfast came with a really good amount of food. Service is a 10. You order at the front and they bring everything out for you. You have condiments and napkins at the table already. read more

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Such a great breakfast spot in Brea! We had a little bit of everything and really enjoyed our meal. I got the Potted Plant Coffee with oat milk and it was SO good. It had the perfect amount of sweetness without being overly sweet. We also tried the Cinnamon Apple French Toast, which was probably one of my favorites. It was crunchy, delicious, and the cinnamon apple flavor was so good! For breakfast, I had the classic breakfast with scrambled eggs, potatoes, sausage, and bacon, and my husband got the ham and cheese omelette. Everything tasted fresh and portions were great. The service was also wonderful and everyone was really friendly and attentive. Great food, great coffee, and great service. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Quick service, lots of fun & UNIQUE food options, great amount of food for the price, and good food. You order with the cashier and then pick a table - it isn't a "sit down" spot. There's lots of indoor and outdoor seating. Kind workers. Restrooms are available inside as well. I ordered their Ham & Cheese Omelette and it was HUGE and filling. I also ordered their EGG COFFEE (aka ICED SPANISH LATTE W/ EGG COLD FOAM) and it was delicious! I want to come back and try their Pancakes next! read more

Popping Yolk Cafe - Ham and Cheese Omelette - Cafes Near Me - Brea, California

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Everything was delicious!! Great customer service too! Ordered the Kimchi chicken Egg Benedict, Ube stuffed French toast, egg sandwich, and popcorn chicken. The Kimchi chicken Benedict was delicious! The kimchi wasn't overpowering at all! The chicken was crispy and juicy. I ordered the hollandaise sauce on the side. It was buttery but good. Enjoyed how they serve side potatoes and salad. The Ube French toast had shredded coconut and they were fried so they were nice and crispy. The popcorn chicken was just that: popcorn chicken. Nothing special. My friend had the egg sandwich and she said it was good. Overall, I would recommend and would return! It's in a strip mall so plenty of parking. read more

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great service, easy seating, great food. Kimchi Butter Fried Chicken Benedict (NEW) & a MUST GET! not to intense of kimchi flavor but very umami and savory! and so filling. service: you order your food at the counter than find a seat yourself. servers were so nice and attentive. ambiance: Cute for casual brunch! read more

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Went to Popping Yolk Cafe before work today and can say the service was a pleasant surprise. I asked for a recommendation and they were willing to work with me until I settled on the Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich. Prices are a bit steep but expected for a cafe of this nature. Expect to spend about $15-25/person. You get what you pay for. The interior is beautiful, theres music constantly playing at a volume that isn't too loud for you to have conversation, but helps fill in the awkward silence if you aren't. As for the food, I love it. The Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich comes with a salad and a side of potatoes. The potatoes are the perfect delicious crunch I needed, the sandwich is phenomenal, and the salad is exactly what is needed to cut through all of the heavy carbs. I left feeling full and satisfied. 100% would recommend this place as a go-to. But if your budget doesn't allow that, a one-and-done is definitely worth a shot! read more

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I got the bacon and egg cheese sandwich and upgraded to cajun fries. Both were really good. I would have preferred a more gooey cheese for the sandwich though. My friend really liked the ube pancakes. The only thing we weren't too crazy about was the popcorn chicken, but I would come back again and try other things. Service was nice. My group sat in the patio and employees went around offering water and coffee. One of my friends did ask for a box but never received it. read more

Popping Yolk Cafe - Bacon and Cheese Sandwich w/ cajun fries - Cafes Near Me - Brea, California

Came on a Saturday around 11am. Parking at this plaza can be super busy, but I got lucky this time! I ordered the croissant avocado ham sandwich. Instead of a sunny side up egg, I asked for scrambled eggs on the side. The order also came with their salad and potatoes. I'd say the portions are above average from other brunch places. The food is tasty. I prefer heartier home potatoes. I'd say maybe 1/4 of the potatoes were just crispy. I like having substantial potato pieces where the outside is slightly crunchy, and the inside is soft. Service was decent. We had to ask for our water refills, but they were good at keeping up with coffee refills. The place is cute and well-lit; however, it is pretty loud inside when it's busy so it can be tough having conversations. I would come back! read more

Popping Yolk Cafe - Croissant Avocado and Ham Sandwich $18 - Cafes Near Me - Brea, California

Super glad Popping Yolk is now in Brea! I had only been to the Pasadena location before. I had a little brunch date with my sister here and we had such a great time! She enjoyed the florentine benedict, which had all her favorite things such as a poached egg with spinach and mushroom. I had the classic breakfast and fell in love with their scrambled eggs! So yummy, with a great light, fluffy texture! Service was super friendly as well. You pay at the counter and then choose where to sit afterwards with a number. Excited to return again in the future! read more

Popping Yolk Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Brea, California

Food Went for Sunday brunch. They had a pretty sizeable menu and ordered the smoked salmon omelette. Came with a side salad, potatoes and toast. The potatoes were really good, well seasoned and crunchy. The omelette itself was just okay, needed a bit more seasoning in my opinion and the salmon didn't stand out much. We were a big family, so i got to try a bit of the other stuff too and I would definitely recommend the French toast or the pancake. Specifically the toffee banana crunch french toast. It was crunchy on the outside but still soft on the inside and can definitely devour a whole plate. The pancakes were really good nice and fluffy Service/Ambiance For a Sunday brunch around 10:30am, it wasn't too packed and i definitely like the vibes of the place. It's a self order place, so you order on the counter and get your food served to you on the table. The staff was really nice and service was relatively okay. May possibly come back to try more of their menu items read more

Popping Yolk Cafe - Smoked Salmon Omelette - Cafes Near Me - Brea, California

We came here for Sunday breakfast. You order at the counter and sit anywhere you'd like. They have plenty of patio seating. Food was great. The Nutella banana pancake was delicious! It was moist and not overly sweet. The fried chicken sandwich was good. Potatoes were perfectly done.. just how we requested well done! Service was very friendly and very attentive. We would return! read more

Popping Yolk Cafe - Egg Salad Sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Brea, California

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Service was great and very welcoming. They handed us a menu while we were waiting in line to order. You order and pay at the front, then grab a table after and they'll bring the food to your table.The inside decor and atmosphere are really nice. I got: - Classic Benedict: 10/10, absolutely delicious. - Classic breakfast: 10/10. So good! I love a simple breakfast and they did it perfectly. Their country fried potatoes are so good and super crunchy. Definitely will be back! read more

Popping Yolk Cafe - Classic Breakfast, Classic Benedict - Cafes Near Me - Brea, California

kimchi fried butter chicken benedict was delicious. portions were hefty. nashville chicken sandwich was tasty with two pieces of chicken inside. the banana toffee french toast was crunchy and yummy but could've used more banana toffee flavor. i love the fresh squeezed orange juice and tried the potted coffee and would love to see them add syrup. the service was very attentive and have nice indoor and outdoor seating. read more

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Good solid burger and the side salad and fries were good and crispy. Great service you order in the front and grab a number and take a seat . Cute decor went on a Friday morning and there was no wait . Plenty of seating inside and outside . Would definitely come back again read more

Popping Yolk Cafe - Popping Yolk Burger - Cafes Near Me - Brea, California

Solid brunch. They have a plethora of options. The service is simple - it's more of an order at the counter & pick up dynamic, vs "traditional sit down" restaurant. I loved that they had a few tea options and how they serve their tea. Ample places to sit inside or outside. Very cool atmosphere for meeting up with friends or a breakfast date. read more

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I love popping yolk, the service here is fantastic! Order the nashville hot chicken benedict it was around 19$ and it was super filling. Shared it with a friend but if i ate a plate alone it would definitely need to be taken togo because the portion is pretty big. Got to try the potted plant latte and for someone who doesn't like coffee whatsoever this was actually really yummy. S Server Mey and the manager were super lovely and friendly! read more

Popping Yolk Cafe - nashville benedict - Cafes Near Me - Brea, California

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Every dish that was served was super yummy and delicious! The eggs benedict paired wonderfully with the smoked salmon. The outdoor patio dining experience was amazing with the natural sunlight. The staff were super attentive and quick to help! read more

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If you're looking for a casual breakfast spot that's still good quality, this is your place! Came on a Sunday morning with the fam and expected there to be a wait but we sat down right away. You go up to the counter to order but while we were still deciding, they were quick in bring us water and utensils. Service was absolutely great. They were all quick, friendly, and attentive. The restaurant and the bathroom was all very clean. I didn't get any pics of the menu but I loved the number of options! You will definitely find something for everyone. Would definitely come back! read more

Came here twice so far for brunch with friends. Would definitely keep coming back to try everything on the menu and as a fun brunch spot to meet up with friends and family. Location is convenient, located near 57fwy and Brea mall. Small shared lot, can get congested during busy times, and some parking spots are tiny here! Restaurant isn't super large, but has both indoor and outdoor seating. Can get busy and packed during peak brunch times on weekend. Two single occupancy restrooms available, which were clean and well kept. Staff were super nice and helpful, finding a table for our group and also offering menu suggestions. Food portions are large here, plates can be shared. We usually split between a sweet item and a savory plate. Love the French toast here. It is deep fried so it has a light crispy crunch crust. Full order is large, coming with 6 pieces of half toast. Also enjoyed the eggs Benedict here, the Nashville and special kimchi Korean fried chicken ones are unique and tasty. Comes with a hefty serving of potatoes on the side and small green salad. read more

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