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    4.2 (693 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Cute decor
    Janney A.

    Omg I love this place! Idk how I had never been. I'm so glad we finally decided to try it on Friday. We got there around 1:45ish but they were super nice and took us in. They close at 3. We ordered at the front register. I got the avocado bennies, a mimosa, and my bf got the Santa Barbara burger with a sunny side up egg. The mimosa was amazing!! It's freshly squeezed orange juice. I can't wait to go back for more Lol. The bennies were yummy, I would definitely get them again. It was a good amount of avocado, which I love! The burger was also good. I can't wait to go back and order the burger. They both come with country fried potatoes. Let me tell you, they are the best ones I've ever had. It's a big portion, but I'm not complaining because they were delicious. Other places give you soggy, or thick potatoes, these are the complete opposite. They were super crunchy, loved it! Right amount of seasoning too. They both also come with a salad, and the dressing was really good. Not sure what type of dressing it had but it tasted like yuzu, lemony, vinaigrette. Overall, amazing food, our server was really nice, great customer service, and I can't wait to go back!

    Paulina M.

    The service & food is really good! We ordered the breakfast platter and the eggs benedict. I've been here a few times and if you plan to come on a weekend for breakfast/ brunch, you do have to hustle a bit to find seating or wait. There is no hostess here and you are not seated, once you order, you then go and find your own seating. Because of the weekend, it tends to be pretty busy. I've also been here during weekdays which is less busy so you can find a table without an issue.

    bbq BBQ Pulled Pork Omelette
    Erin K.

    We waited awhile to order, but the food came out super fast. We got the BBQ Pulled Pork Omelette & the House French Toast. Very generous portions. I would definitely get the omelette again, there was a lot of meat and veggies inside and potatoes om the side were crispy. The french toast was good but pretty heavy, especially since we already ate the omelette. Overall, good food and good portions (especially for the french toast) considering the price.

    Bathroom stall
    Michelle Y.

    Food: 5/5 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Seating: 5/5 Parking: 3/5 Bathroom: 4/5 Located in Old Town Pasadena, you have to pay for street parking or pay for parking in a garage, 3/5. Lots of indoor (and some outdoor) seating from tables to booths, very comfortable seating 5/5. For the bathroom you have to go in the back through a door and down a hallway, two bathrooms either Female/Male. In female bathroom two stalls + 1 sink with paper towel or air dryer options, 4/5. Order at the counter then pick any seat, waiter brings out dishes to your table. Besides that, no one really checks up on you, but all employees were nice, customer service 4/5. Very aesthetic from the inside decor to the bathroom decor and since lots of seating, a great brunch spot, ambiance 5/5. Ordered Nashville Hot Chicken Benedict ($19.20) and it was delicious with perfect eggs, 4/5. It had a salad with a vinaigrette dressing on the side (3/5) and a side of crispy potatoes that were the best part: perfectly crispy on the outside, soft on the inside and not too greasy (5/5). Also ordered a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice ($6.95) that was 5/5. I was visiting from out of town, but overall I would visit again, 4.5/5.

    Jessica J.

    All the food is very light flavored. Nothing is too salty. I got the Fried Chicken Benedict. It was not spicy or salty. I got it mild spiciness. The Mozzarella Sticks were good too. You order and you pick your seat. Parking is limited and depending on certain times, you have to pay for parking. There is restroom in the back.

    Kimchi Butter Fried Chicken Benedict
    Derek C.

    Food here was good. Pretty typical for any popular brunch place. However, what highlights this place for me was the Ube French Toast. Absolutely FIRE! I would stray away from the Kimchi Butter Fried Chicken Benedict because that one is super salty and over seasoned for a brunch item. Stick with the OGs of benedicts.

    Bacon and Egg sandwich with sweet potato fries

    Decided to take my daughter to lunch in Pasadena and let her choose the place. I had never heard of it but it was a new place for me so I agreed to try it. Really nice range of options on the menu, something for everyone. I had the Bacon and Jam burger which was a new menu item with Cajun fries substituted with belini drink. My daughter had the bacon and cheese sandwich with sweet potato fries and a latte. Her order came out first and looked delish. We both agreed her fries were perfect. Next came my burger. Again great fries and the burger blew me away. Who knew this place would have a Top 10 burger. Meat was flavorful and tender. Cheese topping with the jam...food heaven. What a nice surprise amongst all the food places on both sides of Colorado blvd. I'll be returning. Service was excellent as well.

    Kimchi Butter Fried Chicken Benedict Crab Cake Benedict Toffee Banana French Toast Kimchi Spam Omelette
    Cho L.

    This is my 2nd time visiting. Staffs always are friendly and kind. Kimchi Butter Fried Chicken Benedict and Toffee Banana French Toast are my favs so far. I love the Crab Cake Benedict as well. Salads are always fresh ! Definitely need to come back to try more ! Street parking is usually open before 10am and you should be there early to beat the crowds.

    Fresh Orange Juice
    Kara S.

    I really do come for the freshly squeezed orange juice but the food is not bad either hehe. Popping Yolk is an amazing brunch place with multiple locations. We frequent this location because it's so convenient to meet up with my friends and then go shopping after. Their service is always good. They do get packed on the weekends so try to come early.

    Ashley M.

    I enjoyed broken yolk cafe on a Sunday morning, the line wasn't busy, food came out fast and we enjoyed it in an ample amount of time. They have both indoor and outside seating, it's an order first then seat yourself establishment. I ordered the Nashville chicken Benedict and it was delicious, might be too heavy for a morning meal so I would definitely get a regular Benedict next time + not too spicy. I also ordered a mimosa on the side, it was delicious and paired great with breakfast. The portion size was huge, I was only expecting one Benedict but received two instead plus crispy potatoes and a delicious arugula salad, it was a very filling plate. Definitely recommend for a brunch location!

    Daisy R.

    Came here 3 or 4 times & its ALWAYS so Yummy ! If you order orange juice and you like it cold, make sure to ask them to put ice! The servers here are always nice and will attend you even when they're busy! They always have the tables nice & clean & they have nice music

    House French Toast
    Jackie Y.

    sooo delicious as always! The portions are huge. Each plate comes with potatoes and salad which I love. I tried the new kimchi butter fried chicken Benedict and it was SOOO GOOD. It was the perfect amount of sauciness. The staff was super friendly and kept checking if we needed anything. You can park at the de Lacey structure behind the restaurant. Always a nice spot for brunch!

    Outside
    Peter M.

    The Popping Yolk Cafe in Pasadena, is a popular happening place. After my almost 30 mile one way drive from the SFV, there were many parties waiting outside. I knew I had come to the right place. There is an iPad outside the entrance, where you get on the waitlist for a table after typing in your phone number. A wonderful set up that was so efficient. You can monitor your position in the wait line on your phone and when your table is ready, you get a friendly text. Superbly efficient, Seamlessly done. Inside, you order at the register, they give you a number for the table and you take your seat. The food comes out in a timely manner. As planned, I ordered the Fish Fillet Benedict (Poached Eggs, Deep-Fried Fish, Coleslaw, Tartar Sauce, Butter, Hollandaise Sauce). It arrived with a salad and house fried cubed potatoes. The eggs were done perfect, the fried fish amazingly succulent and tasty, sitting on a bed of coleslaw. Overall, not too acidic, optimally blended flavors that married both texture and bite. A lovely brunch. Anything they can do better? I would say that their potato cubes need to be larger to give more depth and the taste of potato to the plate. Small potato pieces also dry out faster and do not have much starch character. Service, from start to finish, including checking on you during the meal, was well orchestrated and wonderfully executed.

    I only ate about half of my classic breakfast because it was too big

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    Do they take reservations?

    Unfortunately no.

    Can I bring a birthday cake over? Would I be charge extra?

    Hello! There is no fee to bring your own cake, but we'd suggest you bring your own plates and utensils to facilitate easy clean-up. Thank you!

    Does this place have anything gluten free on the menu or that can be prepared gluten free (celiac)?

    Do you have Wi-fi?

    Yes, ask server for password

    Is parking street, meters, or paid structure?

    All three are available

    Is there high chair for toddler?

    Yes, they have a few

    Is it a dog friendly?

    There are some tables out on the sidewalk but not many and this place gets packed so come early!

    Do you take reservations?

    I believe it's on a first come first serve basis. It's moves pretty quick too!

    What will be your operating hours for 4th of July?

    Do they have high chairs?

    Yes I believe so

    Do you have table reservations or we can just walk-in?

    just walk in

    Is Pasadena location open yet?

    Yes, we are open! From 8am - 3pm daily

    Did you guys ever get to open or is it still in the process of opening? We were so excited to go, only to find out it's closed. Google maps says this location is accepting dine-in and takeout. What gives?

    Sorry for the late response. I really appreciate you bringing this to our attention and we will investigate what happen. We are still in the process of opening. We're sorry for the inconvenience. I hope you come by when we open.

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