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    Snooty Fox

    4.0 (1.4k reviews)
    Closed • 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    George U.

    Stopped in for breakfast this morning. Sonja was my server and she was pleasant, professional and efficient. I had the chicken fried steak and eggs with coffee and OJ. The ambiance was pleasant and the food was filling. Walked there while having my wife's car services at 949 auto repair and boy was it a hot one. The weather is for the birds. Oh wait, not one bird seen in the sky, they must be hiding in the shade somewhere, lol.

    Country Fried Steak, pepper gravy on the side with scrambled eggs, crispy hash browns and toasted sourdough bread.

    The Country Fried Steak was so good, and the breading was nicely seasoned and crunchy! The gravy was thick, peppery and delicious, but would be perfect if sausage was added. My waitress was friendly, professional and gave excellent and attentive service! The busboy was great too, as he always filled my coffee cup with hot coffee, was friendly and cleaned the tables very well! This is a great restaurant with excellent, comfort food! I will be back soon!

    Salsa Egg Burrito
    Sandy Z.

    Right off the bat, what surprised me about the Snooty Fox was it's ambience - it's very old-fashioned american. The chairs are old and madr of wood, the wallpaper is a faded, patterned blue. It's not the sort of place you'd expect in Irvine: coming in here feels like visiting an old grandmother's inn. Likewise on a Tuesday morning, most of the patrons seem like they're old regulars. There's an old, patriotic Americana feel to the whole space - and that's not necessary a bad thing. As for the food, I ordered a salsa egg burrito. It came out decently fast and smelled AMAZING. The portion size is more than generous, I didn't even realize the hash brown potatoes the menu mentioned it came with were on the side and not just in the burrito The inside of the burrito is completely filled with egg. In terms of taste, it wasn't one of the best breakfast burritos I've had, but it's still good and very filling.

    Brandy O.

    The Snooty Fox is FIRE . I LOOOOVE me a good breakfast spot! This cute little diner feels like home. Cozy, friendly, and anything you order is going to be delicious . I love finding cool little spots! I will definitely be back when I visit.

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    Georgina R.

    Found this place on my way back home and I'm so glad I did. The food was delicious and filling, and the whole spot has that old, familiar, mom-and-pop restaurant feel that I absolutely love. I was especially happy to see Mexican plates on the menu that did not miss on flavor, everything tasted fresh, comforting, and made with care. Customer service was spot on too. Everyone was friendly and welcoming, which really made the experience even better.

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    Ashif D.

    This is a true classic. Five of us visited Snooty Fox on a Saturday morning and were greeted by a dining room packed with locals. We were lucky to find the only empty table and settled right in. Their coffee tastes like something brewed at home decades ago--simple, comforting, and without any fancy alternatives. The menu, however, offers plenty of choices: melted cheese, runny yolks, hearty portions, and dishes that feel like they were just brought out of a family kitchen. The decor is humble and nostalgic, adding to the old-school charm. During our meal, people kept coming in, and soon there were one or two groups waiting by the door. Still, tables turn over quickly, so the wait isn't too long. It's clear this place is well-loved by locals. A warm, traditional spot that delivers exactly the kind of comfort food you hope for.

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    Jocelyn M.

    Snooty Fox is the true definition of a classic diner, and it's a place that holds a lot of nostalgia for me. I've been coming here with my parents since I was a child, and it still has that warm, familiar charm. A few of the servers have been there for years, and many of the customers are regulars. Weekend mornings can come with a short wait, but with the steady flow of loyal diners, it's easy to see why. The restaurant has plenty of indoor seating with a few outdoor tables available as well. For lunch, my family always loves the Foxy Chicken Burger and the Super Melt, both are consistently delicious and satisfying. Snooty Fox is the kind of place you return to again and again, not just for the meals but for the comfort, familiarity, and the people who make it feel like home.

    Sidra A.

    Honestly the best American breakfast place I've tried in the OC! So classic can't go wrong with their perfectly cooked eggs Benedict and super comforting huevos rancheros.... The French toast was lovely as well, not soggy or heavy and came with a bunch of strawberries!

    Veggie omelette.
    Marina L.

    Ok. First timer and probably won't go back. The food was ok. But what REALLY BOTHERED ME was that I told her server I have a health condition and can ONLY eat SOURDOUGH in case I wanted to eat bread and she brought me this WHITE BREAD. When I asked her please to change it she refused arguing IT WAS SOURDOUGH BREAD. It CLEARLY IS WHITE BREAD. I had to leave it. She ALSO FORGOT MY AVOCADO that I ordered on the side and she never apologized. I won't be recommending this place. Just a side note: in the middle of AUGUST PLEASE PUT SOME FANS ON. It was extremely HOT.

    Garden omelette with "those potatoes"
    Michael T.

    The Snooty Fox is a breakfast institution in Lake Forest. They've been around for a long, long time, 30+ years, serving up hearty home-cooked style American breakfast. My all time favorite is the garden omelette, adding ham with the sourdough. The hollandaise sauce on the top is so good. Other options are also tasty. They've also got a kids menu with some pretty good options. Service is generally pretty good, though they are always slammed on the weekends so be prepared to wait and deal with that. We started calling ahead and getting our stuff to go. The location has that small town diner feel, that has been around since the 80s. By the cash register there are so many pictures of kids and families that have been regulars over the years. It's a classic and if you are looking for classic breakfast- you can't go wrong here.

    Alexis T.

    First timer! Saturday brunch. Waited about 15 mins for a table inside. Friendly, helpful, and efficient staff. Food came out quick and was tasty. We ordered the steak and eggs as well as pancakes. Loved the feel of this place. Enjoyed our experience here.

    French Toasts, 2-eggs plate with sausages, hash browns, and biscuits, Egg Florentine, refillable coffee
    Elizabeth H.

    Came here for breakfast and almost every table was filled including outside. Even with the busy day, service was efficient. By past 11 am, it became quieter and not too noisy. My family enjoyed what we ordered: the grilled French Toast (four halves) was fluffy with butter and syrup, the 2-egg (sunny side up) with three sausages, a couple of biscuits, and hash browns were deliciously generous, and the Eggs Florentine was incredibly tasty! Overall the meal was satisfying and very filling. Will definitely go back much later in the day for a quieter breakfast.

    Fox plate or whatever and eggs Benedict
    Robert W.

    Ya bruh still goated asf best breakfast spot in the lake Forest Laguna hills area. Ambiance is straight gas. The service is always good and the water is always cold!

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    Very good food, the service from their staff is wonderful! Definitely worth the visit!

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    Waitresses were exceptional and the food was good. Great local place to go for breakfast

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    Great food, great and friendly service! Has a cute diner vibe. Will go back again! I had steak and eggs and it was delicious!

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    Dogs outside ok?

    Yes. Well behaved, leased dogs are OK on the patio seating.

    Hi guys we are open for take outs! 😁 is anyone hungry?

    Yummy! Looking forward to placing my order soon!

    I can never get ahold of them or leave a voicemail when I call. Do they have any updated number?

    The same # 949/770-7761. No answering machine & no reservations, 1st come 1st serve & always worth the wait! Best breakfast in town!

    Is this restaurant baby friendly?

    It’s a down to earth family restaurant type cafe.. it’s very kid friendly

    What are some of the vegan options here? I don't really see any on the menu.

    Vegan garden burger.

    How long is the wait on a Saturday late morning?

    Probably close to 30-45 mins. Gets full on weekends. Sunday's are worse I think. About an hour unless you get there at opening.

    Are u open on Labor Day?

    7am - 2pm

    I want to go here sounds great thanks?

    Your welcome.

    Any gluten free options? gluten free pancakes?

    Unfortunately, I go to the Snooty Fox every weekend and I have never seen anything gluten free.

    Can we see a menu online?

    Not the full menu. ..highlights only.

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