Machaca plate was delicious. My daughter had an horchata matcha that she was very happy with. My grandkids had the tres leches pancakes and finished it all. Mirta was our server and was amazing! Cant say enough good things. read more

Muy bonito lugar con excelente servicio Gracias Mirta por tu recomendaciones, volveremos pronto

Came here for my birthday and was honestly the best experience! Our waiter Yvonne was so nice and very helpful with selecting our dishes which were all very amazing! We have been to vaca in Baldwin park but the service here was way better and somehow the food was too Yvonne played a big role we can't thank her enough!! read more

From the moment you walk up to this place, it already feels like an experience rather than just a meal. Tucked in right next to Northgate you might miss it at first! The atmosphere is beautiful with warm lighting, natural wood tables, woven hanging lamps, soft pink floral décor, and a modern indoor-outdoor layout that somehow feels both trendy and cozy at the same time. If you sit outside the hanging lamps provide warmth. The cherry blossom tree and artistic wall accents give it a relaxing, almost tropical café vibe. The service was just as impressive as the décor. Everyone was welcoming, attentive, and genuinely kind from the moment we arrived. Food and drinks came out fast; the presentation and aroma had us ready to eat. The staff stayed on top of refills and checked in often without being intrusive, which made the whole experience feel smooth and comfortable. The food itself was yummy. The breakfast skillet was hearty and flavorful with perfectly cooked egg whites, crispy potatoes, melted cheese, peppers, and juicy sausage links. It felt like elevated comfort food, simple breakfast flavors done really well. The Lengua en su Jugo (stew) dish was rich, savory, and packed with flavor. The onion, radish, lime and cilantro topped it off perfectly; adding texture and freshness. The grilled pork belly was another standout. It had that perfect caramelized sear on the outside while still staying tender and juicy inside. You could tell it was cooked carefully because the texture was spot on and the flavor was bold without being overwhelming. To drink we the chai latte which was smooth and creamy, beautifully presented, and even had a fun surprise hidden at the bottom -- a little cow figure inside the cup. That tiny detail honestly tied the whole restaurant theme together. We also tried the Mocha Chocolate Abuelita Frappe with oat milk (oat milk costs extra, FYI), completely over the top in the best way possible! Loaded with whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, a Ferrero Rocher hazelnut chocolate and a wafer. It looked like a dessert masterpiece and tasted just as good! Overall, this restaurant nails every category: atmosphere, presentation, flavor, creativity, and service. It's the kind of place that works well for a brunch date or brunch with girlfriends! read more

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Immediate 5 stars after reading that their Cafe de olla was UNLIMITED! When I first moved to California I never heard of Cafe de olla until my co-worker brought it homemade and it changed my life and added a new coffee drink on my rotation! My friend and I were looking for a cute like brunch spot to catch up at and decided on Pradera Brunch since it's right next to Northgate! The interior of the restaurant was beautiful and service was amazing. At first we were seated inside, but my friend started to have a migraine a few minutes after being seated and the serve was very accommodating and was ok moving us to the patio seating. Both of us were wanting to try a lot of things and instead of getting an entree each we decided to share their Burrito Mojado with Sausage and also shared their Fresas Con crema waffles! Pro Tip: We asked for the red and green salsa to be put on the side so we both could adjust how much we wanted on our burrito and also try both salsas instead of one. Both were amazing and I would suggest getting both! The burrito mojado was really good! I enjoyed all the flared inside the burrito and they didn't skip out on any fillings! Their Fresas con crema was the star of the show! It was light and not too sweet, the fresh strawberries truly some balance to it! Will be bringing back more friends here to break fast and enjoy great food! read more

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Awesomely delicious is what I'd have to say to describe this place. The decor is vibrant and its sandwich on the side it Northgate. The server was incredibly nice and knowledgeable. I ended up getting the Tres leches French toast, country potatoes, and strawberry milkshake. The tres leches French toast was amazing! It was flavorful and sweet and hit all the right notes of what you'd want as a brunch food. The country potatoes filled the more savory palette to complement the sweetness of the French toast. Lastly the strawberry milkshake tasted delicious and not at all artificial. I love the presentation as it's in a bag which makes it perfect to take to-go. Overall, I would definitely come back for good food, service, and overall ambiance! read more

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pretty good brunch place! all the dishes we ordered were pretty tasty and our server alberto was excellent!!! i only wish it wasn't so windy that day cuz the queso fundido got hard pretty fast :/ breakfast burrito was huge and very flavorful as was the waffles! all in all, would def return again! read more

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Food had really good flavor and the portions are big! Parking is very busy and wait time can be long but the bar was open. The restaurant looks very nice inside but they definitely need to work on communication between each other and with customers. read more

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Came here in the morning, so it wasn't busy and got seated right away. Our waitress was nice and accommodating. We ordered the enchiladas suizas, lengua en su jugo, side of pork belly, and a strawberry banana licuado. Everything was delicious! Would definitely come back here and try a few other things. The decor was so nice, inside and outside. read more

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A really good breakfast spot with a mix of Mexican and American dishes. The interior is adorable. They are connected to the Northgate market in case you have a hard time finding it. Dishes we ordered were chilaquiles with grilled chicken, pork belly eggs Benedict, and a single pancake. Chilaquiles was what my husband ordered and he said it was the best he's had. I ordered the pork belly Benedict, something I've never had before and it was delicious. The hollandaise sauce was the best I've tasted and the pork belly was marinated in shoyu. it paired sooo well with the eggs Benedict. I loved this dish. The only critique would be that the pork belly was slightly tough. However, flavors were perfect. The pancake was good too but nothing out of the ordinary. I couldn't finish it and saved half for the next day. They were pretty busy but it seemed sufficiently staffed. However, Service was nice and polite but a bit slow. Prices pretty normal for the area ... not too cheap but not too outrageous either. Overall we are definitely coming back. read more

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Pradera is truly a special place. I've dined with them like 5 times now since late 2025 and every time I feel like I find something new that I love about it! First, this place feels like a hug. Can't explain it- just come and see for yourself you'll understand. Their liquados are BOMB- made fresh to order with fresh fruit. My fave dish of theirs is their enfrijoladas; I'd never had this dish before coming here, and now I think about them OFTEN. Today was a super special visit tho- our serve Sam was really nice, helpful, and we even got to meet one of the owners, Nacho. The two of them made my partner and I feel like part of the fam. Vibes are immaculate and the food AMAZING! PS: ask for the salsa macha- it's liquid gold and made in house ‍ read more

Pradera Brunch - Endrijoladas with scrambled egg & avocado - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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My family and I came here for a birthday brunch for my mom, and it ended up being a great choice. Sam helped us out and the service was honestly amazing--super attentive without being over the top. The food was really good too. It's a nice twist on Mexican food without being crazy expensive, which I appreciated. Everything we tried was worth it. The atmosphere was also a plus--the music wasn't loud and it didn't feel distracting, so we could actually enjoy the meal and hang out. Definitely a spot I'd come back to. read more

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I came here with my family last Friday for brunch and we had a decent time. I can tell this place gets packed because of the style of this eatery; full of instagramable photos. The colors are vibrant and the interior decor is beautiful and modern. The service was slightly off. Our waitress forgot to put down our utensils and napkins so we didn't have anything to eat with. No one came to refill our waters and at one point, we asked this server for a glass of water and she never came. I ordered their tres leches French toast which was regular tasting and simple. It tasted like tough bread soaked with milk. I did enjoy my wife's Queso Fundido con Longaniza which is Oaxacan melted cheese with pico de gallo and chopped longaniza served with hot tortillas. I did love pouring their chili oil all over the cheese with every bite. We also liked their pork chicharron with creamy guac; this is a go-to appetizer. The drinks look interesting too we probably should've ordered some but it's ok. Not sure I'd come back but I'd say it's worth trying. It's pricey too so expect that. read more

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Located at a very busy location in Costa Mesa. It is in that gigantic supermarket building where there are other small eateries. KWe got seated right away by a friendly hostess. The ambiance was cheery and it was crowded since it was Mother's Day. They had a mariachi playing while patrons are dining. They performed right next to our table and it was pretty loud. We did not have a chance to catch up. I think this resto is quite too small to have a live mariachi entertainment. We were a party of 5 and ordered strawberry matcha and strawberry shakes. The strawberry shake was heavenly but disappointed with the strawberry matcha. Seems like it was made in a rush, lacking in taste. We ordered the smoke brisket on eggs Benedict, smoked pork Benedict, 2 orders of Steak and eggs, and a huge breakfast burrito plus strawberry pancake to share as dessert. The food ordered was delicious except for the smoked brisket that was not tender. I think I got the end part but it was dry and tough. Felt like I just had an ordinary eggs Benedict without the protein. The pancake was not fluffy enough and missing that buttermilk taste. Presentation was not appetizing as you can see on the photo. The steaks were a bit small in portion. It was perfectly grilled though. Overall, I give them a 4 star! read more

Great service since the beginning we were salute in a friendly manner everyone has a great Vibe our server was Yvonne she's such a great person to deal with great personality very friendly and knowledgeable of everything we need more servers like her it was our first time here and we aren't disappointed at all Thank you keep the hard Work. Great place to visit read more

Pradera Brunch - Best Chilaquiles ever!!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

We came here for brunch and overall had a really good experience. I ordered the tres leches pancake and it was super fluffy and delicious, with a generous amount of berries that made it feel light and fresh. The breakfast burrito was huge and very filling, definitely a good option if you're really hungry. The vibe was casual and comfortable, perfect for a weekend brunch. Portions were generous and the food quality was solid. Parking was really hard to find on the weekend we went. A they only had a mocktail menu since they weren't serving alcohol, which was a bit disappointing. Overall Pradera is a great place for brunch, and I'd come back to try more of the menu. read more

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This place has been on our list to try. We are at Northgate market every other weekend and we see the large crowd. It wasn't till after our meal I checked out the reviews. I like to try the food myself before I read the reviews and honestly a lot of great reviews so I may have to give it another try great atmosphere nice ambience. Our waitress was kind, looking around at all The plates around us presentation was beautiful, but I am sorry to say my Chilaquiles was very bland. I was expecting more flavor and some melted jack cheese would've been nice and My wife's Machaca had a very strong burnt taste not sure what happened on this Sunday but hopefully I can talk My Wife into going back and trying another dish. Thank you guys. read more

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Brunch here is clearly popular based on the insane parking lot situation and line to get a seat! Parking... it's awful. Fighting for a spot with all the grocery go'ers is a traumatic experience here every time- and people are aggressive and rude and dangerous drivers around here - and I grew up drinking in NYC so I know crazy bad drivers... Food though - was quite good. Service was ok - slow. And food for five came out at 4 different times over 10 minute span not great... and we had to fix two charges on the bill that were added erroneously as well before paying. Inside is decent seating - outside was a bit nicer - they have heaters which do a good job. Overall decent but not living up to the hype nor the madness to get in here... read more

Pradera Brunch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Pradera restaurant was a bit difficult to find as it is tucked away near Wells Fargo Bank, adjacent to Mercado Store. Since they do not accept reservations, it tends to be very busy. We were accommodated in the outdoor seating area, which was warmed by heaters. The food portions were generous and the quality was exceptional. Although they only offer mocktails, the atmosphere is well-suited for a pleasant brunch. read more

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I'm giving 4 stars mainly because of the service. The waitress was very nice, welcoming, and great at explaining the menu--she's definitely good at sales since almost everything is an additional charge, which is fine. However, the food wasn't what I expected. I was hoping for more flavor, but it fell a bit short. For people who aren't familiar with authentic Mexican food, it might still be okay, but personally I was expecting better. On the positive side, the quality is good, the place is super clean, and the decorations are very nice. read more

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Oh my goodness. Our experience at Pradera was an 100/10. It absolutely exceeded our expectations! First, the restaurant is beautiful. Gorgeous decorations, indoor/outdoor seating, clean, and attached to Northgate (so we can shop after). The service was top tier. I really really appreciated Miguel for going out of his way to help us and being over purse holders. Jessica was our waitress and she was AMAZING. She made sure we were always taken care of and had everything we needed (and everything we didn't know we needed lol) And then the food. Oh myyyyy gosh. We ordered the bunuelos pancakes and pork belly tacos. Both were 10/10. Taco's were so flavorful and amazing (very filling too!). The pancakes were just perfection. Yummy pancakes with bunuelos in between each layer and horchata on top. Chefs kiss! I also ordered the horchata matcha. Also a 10/10. The flavors were perfection and the presentation was great. I live 3 minutes away and will be back maaaany times! This place is perfection in my book read more

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Came here to celebrate Mother's Day and try this restaurant out for the first time and boy were we all impressed. Everything we ordered was so flavorful! They had a mariachi band that played symphonic music. The hardwood decor gave a very Mexico/Tulum vibe. One of the owners came to greet us and service was great. Food came out daily quick. I hardly give 5 stars but this place is a must go. I can't wait to come again and try the other items on the menu b read more

When we checked in, I made sure to tell the hostess it was a birthday and asked if they did anything special. She said they usually bring out a dessert and sing, so I told her that sounded perfect and she noted it down. The wait was about 45 minutes. Once we were seated, I even put a "Happy Birthday" balloon on the table along with gifts, but our server, Tania, never acknowledged the occasion. The drinks came out first and were good, but the food was dry and lacked flavor. Our waters also never got refilled. After we finished eating, I kept expecting some kind of birthday acknowledgment, but nothing happened. I went back to the hostess to remind her, and she said she would notify the server again. We waited a bit longer, but still nothing, so we decided to leave. I let the hostess know, and she apologized, saying it should have been brought out, and offered to package a dessert to go, but we declined. Overall, the restaurant felt overhyped. I was really hoping for a better experience, especially since it has such a beautiful interior. read more

Cool little breakfast and brunch spot. I guess it used to be called vaca brunch which probably confused a lot people given that there is already well know Spanish / tapas steakhouse called VACA in Costa Mesa as well. I'm not sure how I feel about pradera but whatever I guess it means FIELD or range in Spanish. anyways the Chilaquiles were pretty good, carne asada a bit dry and rough though. Still good overall, and the beans were great. The pancakes were solid according to the girlie. The mazapán frappe and coffee were also pretty satisfactory. I regret not ordering the enchiladas suizas though. Oh and the staff is really friendly and accommodating. Shout out to our server Mirta B. She was super lovely and we enjoyed her vibe. read more

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This place is great I'm only disappointed I didn't try it sooner as a resident of Costa Mesa. I could tell by looking at their relatively exotic menu the chef more than likely knew what they were doing. I ate there for the first time this morning and got the pork belly fried rice. I don't ordinarily eat pork, but that dish sounded delicious and it definitely was. There are many other items I look forward to trying on their breakfast menu. Last but certainly not least their prices are very reasonable which seems extremely rare for quality food these days. If you are looking for a place to grab some great food, I highly recommend this restaurant! read more

Pradera Brunch - Pork belly fried rice - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Wow, an AMAZING FIND!! Right next to a Mercado with a cute environment is a delicious brunch spot. Super beautiful inside, we were helped by Liz who was very busy, but knew how to do her job! Also, only around a 30 min wait at 11 AM on a Sunday! Food that was amazing: Chile relleno Benedict!!! I was CRAVING a chile relleno and I loved the Benedict version, honestly I don't even think it still needs the biscuit underneath since it's already fried, but it worked!! Great flavors. Potatoes were super delicious too. I split a side of carne asada with my friend for $10- it was yummy!! The fresas pancakes as well as the banana foster pancakes were a super great Sweet treat, Warning- the banana one comes with a heavy amount of sauce! Not the best food: My friends were not a fan of the smoked brisket Benedict's unfortunately, they didn't enjoy the quality or taste of the brisket nor were they really "egg Benedict"-type of people. I'm definitely coming back!! read more

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Some friends and I decided to stop by here for brunch on the way back home. Yvonne's service was amazing! This is a great brunch spot for good food and vibes! I would definitely recommend this spot! read more

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Came in on sunday April 12th , waited about. 10 minutes to get seated so not bad , one thing I noticed when it came to pay was that they charge for the milk for coffee .. waitress never mentions any extra cost simply says would you like milk with your coffee, which i dont like at all because I only used a bit of milk for my coffee and would really appreciate if we were told before hand that they charge that ridiculous amount read more

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Nice little spot I highly recommend the chilaquiles Service is quick ! Thank you Sam for your service read more

Pradera Brunch - Bar area - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I had a great experience at Pradera Brunch! Our server, Sam, was super nice and attentive throughout the whole meal. They checked in on us regularly and made sure we had everything we needed, which made the experience even better. I ordered the wet breakfast burrito and it was absolutely delicious and really flavorful and satisfying. We also shared the mahi mahi nachos, which were amazing and something I'd definitely order again. Overall, the food was great and the service from Sam really stood out. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Pradera Brunch - Breakfast wet burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I've always really liked Northgate, and when Pradera first opened, the experience honestly exceeded expectations. The food was flavorful, well-executed, and it felt like something special. The second and third visits were okay, not as strong, but still decent enough to come back. However, this last time was very disappointing. The quality of the food has dropped significantly, especially in taste. It didn't feel like the same restaurant at all. What made it worse is that we ended up not even finishing the food. As someone who works hard for a living, it's frustrating. When you spend money that represents your time and effort, you're expecting at least a good experience in return. Unfortunately, this visit didn't deliver that. I hope you guys take this seriously and do something to bring the food quality back up. read more

Pradera Brunch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Love Pradera Brunch!! Located Costa Mesa, Next To & Inside Mercado Northgate Market!! Love The Atmosphere, Ambiance & Decor!! I've Been A Frequent Brunch Guest, Since The Opening Of This Restaurant!! Friendly, Welcoming Hostesses, Servers, Baristas, Managers & Staff!! Great Extensive Brunch & All Day Menu!! Love The Drink Menu, Coffee, Lattes, Frappes, Juices, Specialty Drinks & More!! Already Enjoyed Many Menu Items, Mahi Ceviche, Tacos, Omelettes, Pancakes, Relleno Wagyu Burger, Lattes & Frappes!! Love The Passion Fruit Diosa & The Walnut Cookies Too!! Service Always Helpful, Attentive & Courteous!! ThankU For Your Hospitality, Team Pradera!! Busy Place, You Can Make Reservations, Walk In or Join The Waitlist!! Will Return For Future Visits!! ThankU read more

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We found this place and it looked like a little hidden gem with a great ambiance and food. Don't get me wrong it's a very aesthetic and fun atmosphere and the food was good. We were greeted nicely and sat down reasonably quick. BUT...were ignored for a very long time. A couple who came in after us received drinks and food before we grabbed someone to serve us. There were plenty of servers and it wasn't busy at all. So much so that the servers were standing around talking and the woman behind the bar was on her phone. A server even walked to a pair of ladies seated next to us multiple times to talk to them and keep their drinks full. I honestly feel like we were discriminated against due to being the ONLY white people dining. The server that we pulled over was very pleasant and helped us right away. She was a young lady and I wish I had gotten her name. As good as the food was I will never go back. Also, I don't want to hear about how they will use this as a learning tool and help future customers. That's a very basic reply to basically say "We don't really care". read more

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Super cute Mexican brunch spot! The decor and ambiance is both lovely, comforting and modern all in one. We had the conchas with our cafe de olla and they were freshly baked and so warm/fluffy! Our food was just as good, with the star of the show being the pancakes! We almost ordered the same toppings on a waffle, but the waitress suggested their pancakes better and we were so glad we changed our choice! They were light, fluffy and perfectly cooked. Almost like thin cake slices! Really great brunch spot, there was soooo much on the menu we wanted to try. We can't wait to go back! read more

Pradera Brunch - Steak & eggs, Fresca con crema pancakes, birria plate - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

This place is so hip and cute and inside the coolest shopping center ever, I can't believe I've never been here before!! We came Friday morning around 8am and it filled up around 9 am since it is a smaller restaurant. The servers were all so kind and we felt very taken care of. The food itself was okay. I asked for my steak medium and it was very dry and the most well done steak I've ever had. Typically I would have spoken up, but another member of my table returned his coffee because it tasted too sweet so I didn't wanna return my steak too. I had to dip it in ketchup to swallow it down LOL. I also had to ask for salt and pepper for my egg but I think that's a personal preference thing. My friend's meals were great though! I had the pink Carlota and no kidding, the yummiest top 5 non-alcohol beverage I've had. I wanted another one but we had to leave!! As someone who rarely drinks, I LOVED that they had a plethora of FUN, non-alcoholic drinks. The best part was for 3 people, the bill was only $100. I mean where else can you get yummy drinks for only $7!! My steak skillet was only $23 I believe?? Very affordable for what you're getting and for that reason, I will definitely be back. read more

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Located outside the Mercado Market, Pradera Brunch has this happening vibe that instantly puts you in weekend mode. Everything we had was vibrant, fresh, and beautifully presented. The ceviche was a standout: bright, citrusy, loaded with flavor, and topped with perfectly ripe avocado. It felt light but deeply satisfying. Everything about to was so aesthetic. The house chips were thick, crisp, and clearly made to scoop generously, which I always appreciate. My friend & I also tried their lattes. We absolutely loved the little cows that peeped out through the mugs. It's the kind of place where you can linger, talk, and actually enjoy your food without feeling rushed. Fresh ingredients, great execution, and a setting that feels both casual and intentional. If you're at the Mercado, Pradera is absolutely worth sitting down for. read more

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Muy bien servicio ! La muchacha nos atendió muy bien y fue muy amable. La comida está bien pero le falta sabor. Pedí enchiladas suizas estaban secas de adentro. Mis hijos pidieron salchichas con huevo y 2 choco mil. Y mi prima pidió chilaquiles le faltaba picante a todo mis hijos también pudieron comer de ahí en más está bonito el lugar y tiene buen concepto. read more

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Came to this spot on Saturday around 10:30am and it was busy! We end up waiting over an hour which went by fast since we walked around the connected market, Mercado Gonzales. The aesthetics of this place is so cute with a ton of cow decor (very fitting given Vaca means cow!) We were finally seated at the bar (we didn't want to wait longer for a table) and it took a while for a server to come to us. My boyfriend and I ordered the tres leches pancake, chicken chilaquiles, and huevos rancheros to split. Oh my god. Everything was so delicious. They also had a pepper sesame sauce that you can add which had a nice flavor and kick. The pancake wasn't overly sweet and was stacked with berries. The chilaquiles was generously portioned, but the chicken was a bit dry. The huevos rancheros was perfect. Had the perfect amount of beans, eggs, and sauce. It came with potatoes which were a bit overdone though. The food was amazing and the price is reasonable. Definitely expect a wait when visiting though. read more

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Is just mind blowing, from the time you arrived Jessica made me feel welcome and her recommendations were on spot, the colorful beautiful murals, lighting and decorating sync amazingly with the food. My Horchata Matcha I will say is a must and my carnivore skillet oh boy oh boy above and beyond. read more

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Pradera Brunch in Costa Mesa just gave me the best authentic Mexican brunch I've ever had! Everything tasted homemade and full of real traditional flavor. The Tabla de Quesos was AMAZING! Great portions, friendly service, and a warm, welcoming vibe. If you want real Mexican flavors at brunch, this spot is a must. read more

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