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    Wake ‘n Bacon

    4.1 (565 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Ceiling
    Christine H.

    Ube flap jack stack - very filling, couldn't finish it, one huge Ube pancake that fills up the whole plate and it's topped with a thick-cut maple pepper bacon (if you choose that option for meat), the yolk from the sunny-side up eggs oozes over the Ube pancake, the cheddar cheese is blended in the egg also, loved the pickled spicy peppers on top, they give you plenty of spiced maple syrup Mirror photo - they have a mirror photo by the entrance that takes your photo and prints right away and you can post it on the wall, but it was not working when my friend and I were there Decor - ceiling is covered with hanging flowers and plants which is really pretty, great for photo ops Highly recommend making reservations ahead of time since it can get really busy especially on the weekends

    Token of Love
    Ernie H.

    Food is still all excellent - the turtle waffles, the ube flap jacks and the baesilog ( cured sweetened thick Filipino bacon). Service was fine. And it's still really pretty. The demerit comes from the food delivery there was 9 of us on two tables. The food came out erratic and the time difference between the first order to the last one was substantial enough that half of us was done eating. Also I don't like any restaurant not only this one, where the tip is added upfront.

    Bird Sandwich
    Vicki N.

    UPDATE: July 2025. Still amazing, perfect for brunch. Recommend: Ube Coffee Purple Haze, Flight of Bacon (OMG), and same as before - Uber Flapjack Stack. Had the strong and good cocktail Cold-Fashioned, and several more great dishes. A+++

    Purple Haze
    Ashley B.

    First off I love the ambiance inside with all the flowers hanging from the ceiling and photo wall by the entrance. The space is very welcoming. There is currently construction outside so it was a bit hard to find at first. I ordered the purple haze and ube flap stack. The portions were huge but the flavor was a bit lacking. The coffee was a bit too watery for my taste and the ube pancakes didn't really have much ube flavor. The bacon was a bit too tough as well but the eggs and other toppings were good. I really liked the spicy syrup on the side. I think I'd come again but trying something else.

    Top Left: Baesilog; Top Right: Big John; Bottom: Ube Flap Jack Stack
    Kris N.

    This place was a bit of a letdown to be honest. We had an online reservation and they opened promptly at 8am and immediately seated us. They do online table ordering here through Toast which can be convenient but I also dislike the lack of service aspect when restaurants do this. As for the food/drinks, it was nothing to write home about; it was OK at best. I ordered the Purple Haze coffee which was a bit lacking in the ube flavor. It wasn't bad like some of the others I've had in the past theirs was OK. Also I ordered it with oat milk too I believe but my stomach did act up a bit later so I'm not sure if they really used it or not. My order was the Ube Flap Jack Stack. The pancake itself had a slight crisp to the edges and was a bit moist in the center. Underneath it was flecked with mini tater tots which provided a nice surprise every couple of bites. The tocino bacon for me had little to no tocino flavor. It should be sweet and savory at the very least with maybe some garlic. Theirs lacked both. Lastly the sunny side up egg was for sure over cooked. The yoke was basically fully cooked through. The hot pepper on top was a nice touch though. As for the baesilog, my friend had no complaints with the tocino bacon. With the Big John, my friend said the tater tots were so salty that he couldn't really enjoy his food. The interior was clean and the bathrooms didn't smell at all which was a big plus for me. They also have like a selfie mirror camera thing with a printer but it was broken at that time. I think this is the kind of place that I would want to give a 2 because it just didn't meet expectations but trying to remain rational and and fair it's at least a 3/5.

    Chicken and Spiced Maple Chicken 'n Waffles
    Joey L.

    We went to breakfast on a Tuesday morning and it was pretty empty, the place was decorated nicely with flowers hanging from ceiling. Staff were nice and helpful, you have to order from phone or at the front which could be annoying when busy. Food took normal amount of time to come. The coffee was okay, they didn't have any cream for the coffee and had to use milk for it. I got the chicken and waffles, the chicken was very good, one of the better chickens I've had and the bubble waffles tasted like any other waffle. They have spicy maple syrup and while it was good it was not spicy at all sadly. Overall it was an alright breakfast. It's definitely not the typical breakfast place and serves different food than a normal diner would.

    Toast
    Kassie L.

    Wake 'n Bacon was a solid choice for breakfast right by the lake. We walked in on a Friday morning and were able to get a table right away. They're a fast casual place, so no waiters, but the staff will come check on you quickly if you press the little button on the table. All three people in my party got the phatty, and the portion was huge. Their burrito was decent, just wish there were more beans (mostly rice/tots/eggs). I'd go back to try more of their menu- the drinks and waffles looked great! 3.5 rounded up to 4.

    Alvin T.

    Though I haven't had the chance to partake in the wake n bake part of this restaurant, it's interesting to see this concept combined with some Asian fusion concepts! The Ube latte was very good and the food felt like your typical mix of good hangover food and a bit of elevated brunch goodness. Pricing felt pretty standard to other brunch spots in the area. In terms of environment and ambiance it can get pretty crowded, but the actual decor and environment of the restaurant is nice. Overall a place would definitely look to coming again!

    The Phatty
    Helen H.

    We had a reservation at 11am on Saturday and were seated easily. There were open tables for walk-ins. They preferred that we order using their QR code. We didn't mind, and it made splitting the tab easier at the end too. I was excited to see a service call button to press for service. The servers responded within a few minutes. I hope that it becomes more common. I ordered the Phatty for the garlic rice. It was a huge burrito packed with deliciousness. The garlic flavor was subtle but tasty. It felt a bit heavy for me especially with the tator tots since there's already potatoes in the burrito. I'd recommend subbing for something else if you share the same thoughts. It's a lot of food and could be shared with another person.

    ube pancake
    Sam Q.

    I really enjoyed the ube pancake (the portion was gigantic) but I was not the biggest fan of the tajin bacon. Not sure it matched well with the pancake. Overall a cute brunch spot with some nice options

    Ube latte
    Maria K.

    Came for brunch with a large party. You order through the QR code on the table on your phone. The food was good but quite pricey, almost not worth the price. The bacon flight was $16, although these were thicker slices (basically pork belly). The Ube latte was also good!

    Wake 'n Bacon Burger
    Vanity H.

    I loved it here! Super cute brunch spot with really good food in my opinion. You go in and order at the counter and the find your seat so kind of self service in a way. I came here with a party of 4 and we def needed a reservation cause it was packed. Hard to get on those swings but cute addition to the place!

    Burrito
    Rafael S.

    Don't waste your time! The food is clearly frozen and lacks any real flavor. The whole setup is confusing--from how you order to what's actually on the menu. The service was awkward and not helpful at all. I honestly don't understand how this place has so many good reviews. It feels like a total setup. If you care about quality food and a decent dining experience, skip this place.

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    Ask the Community - Wake ‘n Bacon

    Do you have to call for weekend reservations for 5?

    Look like it. But counter seating and the outdoor seating didn’t require reservations.

    Where do people typically park?

    There's a parking garage next door and some street parking . I recommend using the SpotHero app.

    Is this a good place to study?

    No since it’s reservations recommended and gets quite packed and noisy with diners.

    Is this place Kid friendly?

    I think it's fine to take kids overall. They would find the food, decor, and the photo booth fun! Not sure if your looking for this too but: In my opinion, I would take my older child (7) as she is someone who loves to be treated to new restaurants… Read more

    Is this place dog friendly?

    Unfortunately, they do not allow leisure pets.

    Do they have mimosas? Bottomless mimosas?

    We do have mimosas. We do not, however, have bottomless mimosas.

    Can you walk in to get a coffee to go?

    Absolutely! We’re actually counter-service so you can get everything to go if you want - muffins, coffee, tea, food, and even cocktails!

    Do they offer mimosas or bottomless mimosas?

    Can I pay with Apple pay?

    Yes

    How can I make a reservation for outdoor seating?

    At the moment they don't appear to have outdoor seating, just take out, and maybe delivery.

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