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The Nest: A Brunch Joint

4.3 (4.8k reviews)
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Charlene S.

I haven't been to the new location (which isn't new anymore). Same great food. Same great service. It's loud and full of happy people inside, along with art displays. Vegetarian review: - 3 egg breakfast has an option for veggie sausage. For a side you can get grits, or a pancake, or another egg, etc etc. lots of choices. - Orange juice was the single down side. They said it was fresh squeezed, but it didn't taste like it. Not great OJ. Apologies if it IS fresh squeezed but with terrible oranges. Let me know and I'll change the review. Owners stops by the tables and chats with people. Service is attentive. Parking is easy. There's street parking and a paid lot, which is like, $4.

Cindy H.

Overall super cute ambiance. I love the decor inside and the plating of the food is wonderful. Service was slightly slow but still friendly. However, the food and coffee were slightly disappointing. The churro pancake was much too dense and overly sweet so we weren't able to eat much of it. The coffee was also very disappointing. I got the mojito flight and you can tell that the beans they use are cheap. It lacked fragrance and just tasted like burned pot coffee with cream syrups mixed in which was a big let down considering how nice it was presented. The short rib and sweet potatoes dish was solid but it wasn't mind blowing. It could have been cooked in some kind of sauce or made slightly spicy to give it more of a kick as well. I will say, the French toast with their tres leche cream was very tasty and fluffy! But the other dishes weren't up to par. Overall not a bad experience but also not the best.

Chilaquiles Rojo 2 Eggs Combo
Anthony T.

Everything was really good, the food and service. The waffles had good batter & the bacon pieces were really good. Chilaquiles were really tasty good salsa and chips were crunchy just how I like it. My gf got the 2 egg combo and she enjoyed everything on her plate. Look forward to going back

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Marshay D.

My first time trying The Nest: A Brunch Joint and I'm so happy to try. They recently opened a new bigger location that is very nice and suitable. The food is great and I love the small plates. I ordered the Breakfast Poutine with some bacon on the side and man oh man !!!! It was off the chain. The potatoes were so flavorful and the gravy!!! Everything was fresh and hot. I tried the maple bacon waffle and omg it was very delicious!!! They have all types of coffee flights, cocktails, and Mimosas. I will try next time when I come back. The service was good and the waitress was attentive the entire time. She suggested the things on the menu too. The ambiance is nice, and they have a nice bar area and very modern inside!!! I cannot wait to come back to try more of the food!!! Very good brunch spot! -Marshay D.

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Ariane M.

We absolutely loved this restaurant! We stumbled upon it while browsing Yelp and decided to give it a try because of all the great reviews, and it definitely lived up to the hype. The atmosphere was amazing. I loved all of the artwork throughout the restaurant paying tribute to Filipino culture, and the R&B and soul music created such a fun, laid-back vibe. We started with the horchata iced coffees, and they were incredibly flavorful, and the perfect way to kick off brunch. I ordered the beef short rib hash with mini bacon waffle pieces on the side, and it was hands down my favorite dish. The short ribs were tender, flavorful, and paired perfectly with the rest of the meal. It's definitely something I'd come back for. My daughter and I also shared the churro waffle, which was absolutely delicious and the perfect sweet treat. The food, the service, everything was wonderful. We'll definitely be making a return visit whenever we're in the area!

Chilaquiles Rojo
Ana R.

Stopped by on a Tuesday morning around 9am & there was no wait! I decided to try the red chilaquiles which came with chicken. They kind of tasted like mole to me. The flavor was there but they were not my favorite. To drink my friend got the coffee flight which comes with their signature coffees. I only tried the mint one which was very good! Service was great. If I went back, I would definitely try something different.

Chilaquiles Rojo, Beef Short Rib Hash, tres leches French toast, and kids plate.
Patrick B.

My family and I love the nest. We have been here several times and it always hits the spot. Some of our favorite entrees are the chilaquiles and beef hash. This last time we went we chose a side a French toast with tres leches and it was heavenly! Each bite was fluffy and full of flavor. The service here has always been on point. We have sat both inside and in the outdoor patio and have enjoyed both. On a nice spring morning the shaded patio is just right. We love that we can add ourselves to the waitlist in advance. It really cuts down the wait time

Santiago C.

My husband order me biscuits and gravy Not sure why I got a brick of bread. Not sure what happened to the nest it used to be so good now its been a disappointment

Chilaquiles Rojo & side of French Toast
Irma G.

We sat at the outside bar. It was nice. Giovanni was our server. Always polite & helpful with food choices. I ordered the chilaquiles rojo with a side of tres leches French toast! Food is very delicious! Can't wait to come back.

The luscious L mimosa.
T C.

I wasn't sure what the place was going to look like, but it exceeded my expectations. This is place focuses on breakfast and brunch as they close pretty early, which makes sense. My friend had the Fried Egg Sandwich, and I had the Fried Biscuits & Gravy. The food was pretty good. I love that there was a diverse clientele. We shared a LARGE mimosa, which they put into an XL service glass because they were out of clean L ones. We were impressed by the how they served it!!!! We chose passionfruit and guava. Boy, it was good and vodka really helped smooth the mimosa out. It wasn't too sweet either. Service was awesome as well! We will return again when we are in the BF.

Carol C.

I've been to Nest back at their other location about four years ago and finally came back. I enjoyed it just as much as I did the first time! I always love supporting businesses that are nestled into their community and culture. Their shrimp and grits are amazing and the portion is perfect! My boyfriend ordered the chilaquiles and it does have a bit of spice. You get a small place with your order and we opted in for the pancake and biscuits and gravy. The server was nice enough to comp our coffees (i get the mint mojito) because of the wait; amazing service! They had Filipino art showcase displayed throughout the restaurant, which I really loved.

Veggie Scramble, Three Little Pigs, Tres Leche French Toast, and Biscuits & Gravy. Not the best breakfast.
Hazel G.

Ambiance is trendy with unique decor and spacious seating. Music playing allows for a happy experience. Service by Jordan was perfect! Food was overpriced and garlicky. Veggie Egg Scramble: I was looking forward to a simple dish with flavor. I was blasted with garlic flavored eggs, spinach, cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, and onions. Three Little Pigs: mediocre flavor with chunks of fat (pork belly fat). Biscuits and Gravy: had better...might be the type of bread? French Toast with Tres Leches: good, bread was soft, but didn't have a French toast flavor...more of a soft bread. Cup of Joe: great! Would I return? Maybe for a to go cup of their matcha or horchata coffee!

Who LOVES food being delivered? So yummy!
Josie T.

One word: Delicious! Who doesn't like food being delivered?? Great delivery service! I would highly recommend the Bacon Waffle with syrup and butter that complimented the taste and while it's hot, sooo delicious! Then finish it with the potato tacos which were also amazing! Bookmark this brunch place folks, my new local favorite nestled in Bellflower owned by our locals! I'm stopping by next time to get more dishes!

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I always feel so welcome at the Nest. I know I will get a great meal and great service.

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Josie and Jordan were awesome. The service was fast and friendly. The food was super yummy as always.

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Amazing food, great vibe and service. Price point is great. The Lavender mimosa is SO yummy!

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Is there a time limit on dining during the weekends?

I don't know.

Gluten free options?

We do our best to provide options for all dietary choices. Many of our dishes are gluten free inherently or can be modified .

Are they dog friendly?

They may let you in the patio if it's open

Do they have biscuits and gravy?

Yes

Do you have bottomless mimosas on Sundays?

We don’t serve any alcohol at this location. Our sister location, The Nest: Tambien does serve mimosas but not bottomless.

Do you have oatmeal steel cut or old fashion?

No.

Do you serve gluten-free pancakes, waffles or French toast? Or gluten-free bread/toast?

I’m sorry we don’t have gluten free bread options at this time. We do have other entrees that are gluten free but because they don’t have any bread products. We are not able to guarantee gluten free at a celiac level.

Are you open on 4th of July?

Hi there on their website it states the only days they are closed are ( thanksgiving and Christmas) therefore they should be open to on July 4th.

Are you open on Father's Day and if so how early?

We are open our normal business hours on Fathers Day, 7am-3pm

Can you give an estimated wait time for a party of 9 on a Saturday around 9:30 am? Just an estimate, please.

You can place yourself on the virtual waitlist for the time you’d like to arrive when the waitlist opens on the day of your visit. The waitlist opens at 7am each day and can be found on our Yelp page. Please note that for parties over 7 you will… 

How do you join the virtual wait list?

Once you locate us on Yelp, you’ll scroll down the Yelp page a little bit to the “Waitlist” section. There’s a red button that says “Join Waitlist Now” then you’ll be prompted to enter your party information. Cheers!

Do you accept reservations?

We do not accept reservations at this time. However, you can join our virtual waitlist through our Yelp page and wait in the comfort of your home and be notified when your party is close to being sat.

Before posting a review, I'd like to contact the owner or manager in regards to our recent experience and the service I received. Does anyone know who how to contact them directly?…

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Is there a full certified halal menu?

No, we do not offer halal items at this time

Do you close at 1 or 2?

Monday-Friday we close at 1pm Saturday & Sunday we close at 2pm

Are you guys accepting reservations?

Unfortunately not at the moment

Are you guys open for dining?

Yes, limited seating inside and out. Check out IG daily for updates on dining options.

Is outdoor seating available?

Not quite yet, we are waiting on our permit then it will be full speed ahead to open for outdoor seating.

Is sit down eating available?

Unfortunately, not yet. We are hoping to be able to offer this very soon.

What vegan items are offered?

They have new menu which has all the healthy options on it. You can get the menu at the restaurant!

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Toast  Downey

Toast Downey

3.8(1k reviews)
3.7 mi
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Veteran-owned & operated
Outdoor seating

Toast has been on my list of places to check out for a couple of years, and a friend put it back on…read moremy radar back in April. Just a couple of weeks ago, my friends and I were considering our options for where to have brunch to celebrate one of our friend's retirement. Toast was one of the names I dropped in the metaphorical hat, and it won the vote of a few. My friends were surprised that I had named a spot I hadn't yet tried since I'm usually the "foodie" of the group. However, another girl in the group who had been here before vouched for it. I'm glad I finally got to try this place this past weekend, and I cannot wait to return! There were so many things on their menu that I wanted to try. A couple of the ladies ordered green chilaquiles, the friend we were celebrating ordered the Spanish Omelet, another woman I'd met that day had the bacon and eggs, another one ordered the Biscuits and grave with a side of bacon that looked perfectly crispy. I wish I had taken pictures of the plates as it all looked so lovely! I didn't even take a picture of my own food haha. I had my eyes on an omelet, one of the Benedicts or the Chicken n Waffle. In the end, the chicken and waffle won. It comes served with a little container of maple syrup with bacon pieces. The chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The waffle was delicious, though I did request for some extra syrup on the side. To drink, a few ladies ordered mimosas, one ordered an iced caramel coffee, and I ordered the Carajillo. I fell in love with this drink last summer in Mexico and do not often see it on the menu. I love the subtle citrus notes the Licor 43 adds to this espresso drink. It is very similar to an espresso martini, and theirs comes topped with a toasted marshmallow. I honestly wanted to try almost every item in their Tipsy Barista section of their drinks. I'll just have to come back that many more times :) Plenty of parking in the mall lot. It does get pretty packed during peak hours. Fortunately I had called ahead to put our group of 6 down. We went in on Saturday around 11:30. It slowed down a bit while we were eating, but started to get busy again after 1. Otherwise, we might have been forced to honor their 90-minute rule. All in all, a great experience from everyone in our group. No complaints on the wait, service or food. That certainly deserves a toast. Great job, Toast!

I was taken here for my birthday brunch, and it turned out to be a great choice! The atmosphere was…read moreamazing--lively, stylish, and perfect for celebrating a special occasion. I ordered the steak and eggs along with a margarita flight, and everything was fantastic. The food was delicious, the drinks were fun to try, and the service was excellent from start to finish. The only thing that caught me off guard was the price--it's definitely on the more expensive side. But if you have the budget and want to treat yourself to a nice brunch, I'd 100% recommend giving this place a try. Great food, great drinks, excellent service, and an awesome brunch atmosphere. Definitely made my birthday feel special!

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Toast  Downey - Spicy Cucumber Margarita

Spicy Cucumber Margarita

Toast  Downey - Eggs benedict and bisquits and gravy

Eggs benedict and bisquits and gravy

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Sunrise Café

Sunrise Café

4.1(1.4k reviews)
3.5 mi
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We have so many favorites here. On the current list is their pumpkin pancakes, peanut butter,…read moreshake, patty, sausage, and Baja omelette!

Revisit? Definitely. Great for weekend breakfast…read more Sunrise Cafe never disappoints. It's just what a casual diner should be: delicious, generous with the portions, and efficient. I usually order the Popeye Omelet with home fries and toast. Everything is seasoned well and the ingredients taste fresh. Other things I've tried include the Chilaquiles, French Dip, Kids Scrambled Egg Breakfast with French Toast, and Posole. Everything is classic and reliably good. You'll think, wow, I'll probably need a box to-go, but somehow you'll eat it all in one sitting! Sometimes you have to write your name down at the check-in stand out front in order to get a table. But I've never had to wait too long. The servers really pay attention to anything you might need without rushing you or asking lots of questions. So I think that's how they keep the wait time short. The vibes here are just 10/10 for a family breakfast. Our toddler likes watching the model train that circles the upper windows of the restaurant. It's busy so there's lots of pleasant background noise. You can watch the traffic go by on Lakewood Blvd. Prices aren't too steep. I've ordered takeout and delivery from here as well and never had any complaints. Parking can be hard to find in the lot right next to the restaurant but can usually be found right away in the back lot. Overall, just a nice neighborhood spot to eat.

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Sunrise Café - Inside the sunrise cafe nicely decorated for the fall season with train track running around the inside cool!

Inside the sunrise cafe nicely decorated for the fall season with train track running around the inside cool!

Sunrise Café - Corned beef hash

Corned beef hash

Sunrise Café - Hobo omelet with breakfast patatos.

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Hobo omelet with breakfast patatos.

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