Genuinely the most amazing service I have had in a while. The serves were all super attentive and friendly and the food was amazing, we shared one of their molcajetes and the portion was perfect. I can't wait to come back and have some more complementary conchas (the best part!) read more

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This is our second time here, and I couldn't wait to come back! We first visited last year for my birthday, and now I'm back again during my birthday week. My husband and I ordered the Chilaquiles Verdes Embarazados and the enchiladas, and everything was absolutely delicious. They start you off with two complimentary sweet conchas as soon as you sit down, which is such a thoughtful touch. Their coffee is incredible, and my husband ordered the horchata, it was so refreshing and one of the best we've had. The ambiance is one of my favorite things about this place. They have salsa music playing in the background, creating such a warm and welcoming atmosphere. It honestly feels like you're having breakfast at your tia's house comfortable, cozy, and full of love. Jesus was our server, and he was fantastic! He was friendly, attentive, and made us feel so welcomed. The hosts at the front and all of the staff are genuinely kind and welcoming as well. This place has become one of my favorite breakfast spots, and I'll definitely keep coming back. I highly recommend it if you're looking for amazing food, great coffee, excellent service, and an atmosphere that feels like home. Definitely coming back again next year for my birthday. Making it a tradition. read more

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This is place is absolutely AMAZING. The chilaquiles embarazados ( filled with cheese ) oh my goodness. The mole and the green ones !? Ah! I could have this every single day. And you MUST try there beans. Absolutely astonishing. The service is also absolutely amazing, the servers were so kind, patient, and just moving! Attending to all the tables as quickly as they can. The vibe is so cute in there, It is a bit tight, so you will hear your neighbors conversation lol, but regardless very well done . I will be back again & again & again. read more

This place was awesome! One thing I loved was that they bring fresh conchas to the table as a complimentary starter, kind of like how other restaurants serve chips and salsa. Such a thoughtful touch! I ordered the huevos divorciados, and they were absolutely delicious. They also have Mexican Coke, which was the perfect addition to the meal. What impressed me the most was the customer service. We arrived pretty close to closing time, so I honestly expected the staff to be ready to wrap up for the day. Instead, they treated us with genuine kindness and never made us feel rushed. That level of hospitality really stood out. The decor inside is beautiful, too. You can tell they didn't take the cheap route, they put a lot of thought into the design, and it creates such a welcoming atmosphere. I highly recommend this place and will definitely be back! read more

The chilaquiles were good tasting and had a beautiful presentation....but were pricey at best. Chips were broken up and soft from sitting on the counter to long. My wife's chicken enchiladas were tasty with nice shredded white meat and were a good size each. Beautiful place and is very busy....so go early! Overall it was pricey though..... read more

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While working in Tustin, I searched for a breakfast place and came across Almuerzo and I can say it was a great choice. Humberto welcomed us and made us feel right at home. He greeted us with some complimentary conchas! Many choices for breakfast, but took Humberto's suggestion for the Chilaquiles Embarazados and added the carne asada. This are some kind of little empanaditas filled with cheese and I chose two salsas, chipotle and red sauce. Very flavorful and the steak was really nice and tender. A must have dish if you make it here. It also came with two eggs, beans and a freshly made birote. For drink I got a cafe de olla. Have to add that the decor is very nice and gives you a great vibe. Definitely a place I will comeback when I'm in the area. read more

Almuerzo Café - Chilaquiles Embarazados, Cafe de Olla. Complimentary empanadas - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tustin, California

Birthday brunch at Almuerzo somehow turned into a full telenovela episode. Started strong with chilaquiles embarazados all around since 4 of the 5 were intrigued ... which became unintentionally on-theme once the surprise pregnancy reveal dropped mid-coffee sip. The table lost it. Tip: Ask for both the red and green sauce. If you are like me, I can never decide and both were good so I still can't pick a favorite but guess what? You don't have to. Have both!!! Turkey club held its own, but the real heartbreak was learning they were out of guava, meaning the guava brûlée dreams were canceled before they could even flourish. Raspberry French bread stepped in as the emotional support carb and honestly? Did its job. Churro waffles were the MVP. We all spent a solid minute staring at the topping trying to decide if it was an aggressive scoop of butter before realizing it was ice cream. A journey. Dirty horchata lattes for the squad, while I stayed loyal to the café de olla because someone at the table had to make responsible decisions. 10/10 for food, chaos, plot twists, and accidentally themed menu choices. read more

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This is a fun place for brunch! It gets pretty crowded during the weekends so expect a wait. The parking lot is small so I parked in the plaza across the street. The place is clean and beautifully decorated and the staff is very nice. I love that the complimentary pan dulce that they bring to the table! It's soft and fluffy with the iconic sugary top. We got the stuffed blackberry french toast and chilaques. Stuffed Blackberry French Toast- You get buttery brioche stuffed with a blackberry cream cheese filling. The filling is creamy and decadent with a good amount of blackberry jam. Finished with powdered sugar and lechera. Chilaquiles- This is a fun take on chilaquiles. The tortillas are stuffed with mozarella cheese and fried until it's crisp with a gooey, cheesy middle. Finished with red and green salsa. Great experience overall! read more

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I found such a cute brunch spot in Tustin -- Almuerzo Café! The vibe here is so relaxing and beautiful. It honestly feels like you're dining at a luxury resort, with the elegance of an art museum. Every corner is beautifully designed, making it the perfect place to enjoy a slow brunch. One of my favorite dishes was the Molcajete. It arrived at the table bubbling like hot lava! The salsa was still sizzling and bubbling in the stone bowl, making it so fun to watch. Dipping the tender steak and juicy chicken into the rich, flavorful salsa made every bite even more delicious. It was definitely the highlight of the meal! We also loved the Steak & Eggs, Blackberry Stuffed French Toast, and the complimentary Pan Concha bread. The Matcha Margarita and Mango Margarita were refreshing and unique--perfect for brunch. Everything tasted amazing--¡Está riquísimo! The food was delicious, the service was friendly, and the relaxing atmosphere made us want to stay longer. Plus, there's free parking, which makes the visit even more convenient. I'll definitely be coming back and highly recommend it if you're looking for a beautiful brunch spot in Orange County! read more

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The food was great, service amazing, and ambiance beautiful. Jesus was a great server. Everyone had a smile on their face and had great energy. I love that they serve bolillo with referring beans, and mini conchas for an appetizer. I don't know of any other restaurant that makes Chilaquiles Embarazados. That's cheese stuffed tortilla chips. I like mine "divorced" that means with red and green salsa. The red salsa is spicier but the green is more savory. Bottom line -- 10/10 I'm coming here again! read more

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Really disappointing experience. We waited about 40 minutes just to get seated. Once we were finally seated, we ordered an iced café de olla and chilaquiles. The food was okay, but definitely not worth that kind of wait. I also ordered toast, which came out soggy and overly sugary. The biggest issue was the service. Our server never came back to check on us at all. After waiting about 25 minutes, we finally had to get up and ask for boxes and the check ourselves. The waiter saw me trying to get his attention but just kept walking. The host was the only one who helped right away, which I appreciated, but overall the experience was frustrating. I wouldn't come back. The food is mid read more

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I found a new hidden gem in Tustin. Almuerzo Cafe staff were so friendly and attentive. I loved the classic European paintings, like the Mona Lisa and Girl with the Pearl Earring, holding lattes. I was a cute touch for their decor. The food was fantastic, but I didn't love their lattes. I had the vanilla latte and I didn't really taste the coffee. There was too much milk and with a hint of vanilla. My friend loved the cookie butter latte, but I didn't like the flavor. All this didn't really matter to me because they also give you complimentary mini conchas. Pan con cafe can really fix anything! To share, we tried the molletes. The chorizo and papas are served on warm and soft bolillos topped with avocados, pickled onions, and a chipotle and avocado salsa. It's a bit much to share for two people but perfect for a group of 4. For the mains, we ordered chicken and waffles and the chilaquiles embarazados. My friend LOVED the chicken and waffles. I thought they had such a pretty presentation and she really enjoyed the waffle. The green sauce on the chilaquiles was spicy, but nothing I couldn't handle. It's served with frijolitos, eggs any style you like them, and a fresh bolillo. It was so unique and flavorful. We arrived there around 9 am-ish. When we left, there was a bit of a line, so we beat the crowd. They do take reservations, but you may need to make them in person. They don't have a phone number and I don't see an option on open table or Yelp. I would be willing to wait in that big line for this spot, the food is delicious. read more

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This place has been on my mind! Want to go back! The chilaquiles were so delicious! Definitely love the complimentary concha, paired perfectly with my iced coffee. Will be going back soon! It's a very popular place so make sure you go before you get very hungry because they get packed quick! Service was great and it's a very cute restaurant! 10/10 for sure! read more

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Love this place!! Great service and great spot for brunch! Love the cinnamon coffee that is just slightly sweetened and the complimentary pan dulce. read more

Almuerzo Café - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tustin, California

Almuerzo Café in Tustin is a cozy, aesthetically pleasing spot for breakfast and brunch with authentic flavors. They are known for flavorful breakfast like the Empanadas, Molcajete, Bistec and huevos. The Churro waffle and Stuffed blackberry French toast are the best I have had. Their specialty lattes are declious. It is a popular, bustling spot that is highly recommended for its quality food. read more

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The restaurant itself is very nicely designed and was bustling on a Sunday morning. We found ourselves with a couple seats at the bar to avoid a long wait. We were met with a couple of pan dulce which were slightly sweet with almost a croissant type texture. My wife and I each got an order of the chilaquiles -- one with red salsa and chorizo, and the other with green salsa and steak. Both orders were very tasty and we had enough to take home. Would totally recommend and we'll be back to try the rest of the menu. read more

Almuerzo Café - Chilaquiles with salsa verde and steak - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tustin, California

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Amazing food selections! Nothing too complicated, this menu hits close to home. The Dirty Hortchata cannot be compared. All elements balanced. Had the chicken enchiladas (rojo) and it did not disappoint! The staff was very attentive given how busy it was. Will be making this my to-go spot! read more

Almuerzo Café - Enchiladas Rojo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tustin, California

Food was good! We got the chilaquiles embarazados with chipotle sauce and the pistachio ice cream and chocolate French toast. Food was good! 8/10. The chilaquiles could have used more sauce. The drinks are wine based but very tasty! Servers were extremely attentive and kind. Constantly walking by ensuring we didn't need anything additional and that our food was up to par. Wait wasn't too long, about 15 mins on a Saturday at noon for a table for two. Definitely recommend. I will definitely be back again to try other things off the menu. read more

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My sister is a patron of Almuerzo which is Spanish for Lunch. She invited me here for to enjoy a moment of sibling bonding time. We sat down at one of the booth's. There was a yelper who mentioned loud music playing. We didn't get that on this day, probably because it was a Monday. But the music was lovely. The server greeted with some fresh conchitas and ice water. There were 2 pink ones and a yellow one (I think it's Vanilla). I opted for the vanilla one. They also offered cafe de olla which was more on the spicer side - but because I already had coffee, I just had water. For food, I went for Chilaquiles Rojo's and my sister opted for the Verdes. It came with a side of 2 eggs, beans and a bolillo. This would be part of the traditional Mexican breakfast and perfect for a cold morning. The flavor profile of chilaquiles rojos included what I think is a bit of old oil with the red chipotle or ancho? sauce - the sauce was the perfect - I just felt a the chips were covered in too much oil. I tried my sister's green one and decided her's was a lot better. She agreed after trying mine. I'll be sure to get that next time. The eggs were cooked perfectly as was the beans with the bolillo. We chatted for a bit over the food before leaving but I would recommend everyone trying this place out for brunch. read more

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This review is for November 22, 2025. It was our first visit, and honestly, we weren't quite sure what to expect! We were looking for a new brunch spot and stumbled upon this one through some TikTok videos. We arrived around 12:45 PM and were added to the waitlist. The wait times can vary, but we only waited about 20-25 minutes. The restaurant has a cozy vibe and lovely decor! To kick things off, our waiter surprised us with some complimentary fresh conchas, which were absolutely delicious! They paired perfectly with the cookie butter latte--definitely a 10/10. Since it was our first experience there, we asked our waiter for some recommendations. I was torn between the regular and stuffed chilaquiles, and he highly recommended the stuffed ones. He described them as being somewhat like ravioli, which made me laugh! I went with his suggestion, opting for half mole and half salsa verde--100/10 for sure! The dish came with pickled onions, cheese, beans, eggs, and a bolio, and honestly, I was full after just a few bites. My boyfriend ordered the Bistec with eggs, and it was just as delicious! It went wonderfully with the potatoes and the molcajete sauce. Overall, I would definitely recommend this place for a fantastic brunch! The service was outstanding, and I can't wait to return and try more dishes. read more

Almuerzo Café - Inside - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tustin, California

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Came here with a group of 5 to celebrate my mom's birthday for brunch. The inside is tastefully decorated with modern minimalist touches. Seating is fairly limited, medium sized space. Be ready to wait if you're in a large group. Once seated, we had conchas brought over immediately and our drink orders taken. We had looked at menus while we waited so expedite the ordering process. We ordered the brunch molcajete, blackberry stuffed French toast, chilaquiles embarazados with chicken (2) then shared it all. Everything tasted amazing each bite I tried tasted so freshly cooked, flavorful, and carefully crafted. Loved this restaurant and already want to have another celebration to come back! Servers were all funny, personable, attentive and kind. read more

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We were on a hike this am and went to yelp for a good breakfast spot. Yelp brought us here Almuerzo cafe. It's more like a popular modern Mexican brunch spot in Tustin, known for its chilaquiles, seasonal lattes, and cozy atmosphere, offering a fusion of traditional and contemporary breakfast and lunch There was a bit of a wait when we arrived but not bad. Service was normal. Inside it was smaller than I thought (a little tight for my liking) not sure what I was expecting but it lack some flavor not bad tho. Dishes looked nice for pictures. Was just ok for me. Mostly likely won't be back but glad we got to try it. Cafe the olla was delicious and of course the complimentary concha's was a hit. read more

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My buddy has been raving about Almuerzo Café for weeks, sending me tempting photos, so today I finally went with my dad for breakfast--and we were blown away. The café itself is beautiful, with a welcoming atmosphere that makes you want to linger. The Mexican music playing in the background was unfamiliar to me, but it added a pleasant, authentic touch that we both enjoyed. Service was excellent. Our server not only took great care of us but also shared some friendly banter with my dad, which he clearly appreciated. Coffee was spot-on, and the complimentary basket of pan dulce (sweet bread) was a phenomenal way to start the meal. I ordered the chilaquiles with chorizo, served with two eggs and refried beans. Every bite was delicious--comforting, flavorful, and satisfying. Even though the café was busy, with people waiting for tables, we never felt rushed. We had plenty of time to relax and enjoy each other's company, which made the experience even better. We're already planning our return to try more dishes. Hats off to whoever brought this wonderful café to the area--it exceeded our expectations, and I hope it continues to thrive just as much as we enjoyed our visit. read more

Almuerzo Café - Chilaquiles with chorizo, eggs and beans - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tustin, California

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Food is great, but the service (in my experience) has been a hit AND a miss. My first time here was a pleasant experience (which is why I came back), and would have been a 5-star review if I had left it at that time. Service was on point. But, my 2nd time here was disappointing. As usual on the weekend, there were plenty of people outside waiting who were already on the wait list. We approached the host inside and were told the wait time (~20-25 minutes) and were also told that we could sit at the bar if space became available. Luckily, at that moment a couple was leaving and we went ahead and claimed our spot at the bar. Once the table was cleared and ready for us, we sat down and were given our menus. After looking at the menu for a very short period of time, we were ready to order and placed the menus down on the counter. It took about 20 minutes for someone to come take our order. The worker in front of us who was behind the bar counter the whole time ignored us and even took the order from the couple next to us AND the couple that sat down after us at the opposite end. Only when the manager happened to be waiting for drinks to bus to a table, did she acknowledge us and ask how everything was going. Other than that, the food we ordered this time (and the previous time) were tasty. We've had the following items (separate times): - Bistec & Huevos (the meat is super tasty!) - Chilaquiles (Rojos) - Chilaquiles Embarazados - Huevos Divorciados All of the above are great options. Parking is limited and trickles to the area behind 7 Eleven. Would I come back? Maybe, maybe not. If I do I'd definitely pass at sitting at the bar area for the sake of getting good, proper service. read more

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I've been wanting to try this place for the longest time. TikTok influenced me. Lol. It was sooooo good!! The service was great. Everything we tried was spot on. As a Mexican American who grew up in Los Angeles, I know what proper Mexican food should taste like. And this place was exactly that!! I ordered the bistec & huevos. Omg so good. The hubs got the two meat omelet. To drink, Jamaica and a Vanilla latte. We'll be back to try other dishes!! read more

Almuerzo Café - Pan Dulce to start. Vanilla Latte was delicious!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tustin, California

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Details.. .. Came for brunch w. Hubs on a Sunday. .. We ordered: a drip coffee, a cafe de olla (iced; americano style), chilaquiles embarazados, bistec & huevos, & a side of bacon. prOs.. .. We opted to sit at the bar to avoid waiting. There were a handful of groups waiting when we arrived. .. The staff were attentive & friendly. .. The drinks & food came out quickly & everything was delicious. I didn't realize chilaquiles could be made with essentially mini quesadillas & now I don't know if I could ever go back! .. The interior decor was open & clean. no cOns.. yay! read more

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Second time here they never disappoint food amazing last time I got red enchiladas this time I got the enchiladas verdes (green ) My husband got Break the fast Burrito Aaaaaaannnddd a jarritos they have jarritos guys Mexican Fav drink yummm Service was amazing they're always very attentive I never got out of my seat Jesus was very helpful and kept checking on us keep up the amazing work Jesus read more

Almuerzo Café - French Fries and Enchiladas Verdes ( green ) yuuummmm!!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tustin, California

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Been here a few times now and it's a cute little brunch cafe with nicely crafted menu. You can't go wrong with anything you order and their drinks were top notch, including their ceremonial grade matcha. I've tried the chilaquiles, enchiladas, steak & eggs, enmoladas, French toast, and they were all delicious. Service is great but at times you do need to kind of flag them down because they do get busy. The complimentary conchas are definitely a nice touch. read more

Almuerzo Café - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tustin, California

SOOOO GOOD!! I could tell at once that this would be good, but it was great! Lovely presentation, tasty, and incredible staff. Will definitely return. read more

This place is such a gem! The brunch was absolutely delicious and the vibes were adorable -- every corner felt thoughtfully designed and so cozy. The portions are huge! I got the rise & shine breakfast and it came with eggs, bacon, potatoes AND PANCAKES WOW! The coffee was chef's kiss... exactly what I needed to start my day. What really made the experience stand out though was the staff. Everyone was so warm, friendly, and genuinely kind. I truly felt like I was at home, surrounded by people who cared. It's rare to find a place that gets both great food and great energy so right! I'll definitely be back -- highly recommend! read more

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Decided on this place for breakfast after seeing a video recommendation. No wait time at 9am on a weekend. That was cool! We were seated and the staff were all very welcoming and kind. They do bring you a basket of pan dulce right away and then take your drink order. I am not sure how good the conchas are because I was way too full to try. We decided on their Mimosa Flight and it was delicious!! For food I went with the chilaquiles embarazados and did half green salsa, half mole. Best decision! Loved the mole! And it comes with 2 eggs and refried beans and a small warm and soft bolillo. I was delighted with everything from taste, presentation, portion. Would definitely return and try other options. Inside is nice and plenty of table options. Overall very nice experience here! read more

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Absolutely amazing! The food was so delicious. We came in as a walk in. Service was quick. They bring our complimentary mini chonchas. Super nice gesture. It was my first time trying chilaquiles embarazados and wow, I was truly impressed. My favorite was the green salsa. I asked for a side of chile toriados. Those were seasoned and the spicy kick I was looking for. The cafe de olla latter is perfect. Not too sweet just right. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a good quality breakfast spot. We need one of these in Las Vegas! read more

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I came here for the first time with my coworker. I ordered the Chilaquiles embarazados with their Café de Olla. The service was great. Our server was very attentive and never let my coffee cup. Go empty or cold. The place itself is very relaxing and feeling like you're eating at a fancy breakfast café I'm definitely coming here again read more

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Been here a few times and food is mostly great. Don't order the steaks. They have low quality meat that's chewy AF and served raw with a butter knife. read more

Almuerzo Café - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Tustin, California

Overall the food was ok. I was really hoping to like the chilaquiles embarazados. The sauce was really thick, and made the chilaquiles too soggy. The eggs, beans, and homemade bolilo were good. I definitely appreciated and really liked the in house conchas and bolilos. Those were really good! The drink was good as well. Our waitress was friendly and attentive. It was a little busy, it is meant for smaller parties. They play really good music, and hope to try them again in the near future. read more

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The service was good and the food was delicious, I had the chilaquiles embarazados (stuffed) I had green sauce and my friend had red sauce, we both liked them and will definitely be coming back. read more

My wife and I decided to go out for breakfast and found this place through Yelp (thank you). At first when we arrived there were people waiting outside (normally a good thing). We went in and there was a 30min. in actuality 45min. Once we got seated, we were immediately greeted (Humberto) and to our surprise with a basket containing 2 mini conchas (Mexican baked bread with sugar on top chapped as a clam shell). We decided to order Chilaquiles, one in green salsa and the second with green and chipotle (chipotle is a little spicy so be warned) with a side of potatoes. Well the chilaquiles were delicious and the potatoes were an added treat. I recommend this place for their food and service! Please note: this place closes early around 3pm. and parking is a bit limited due to other businesses close by. read more

This place is so cute. There was a bit of wait on Saturday afternoon, but that's basically any brunch place. I love their mexican style brunch menu. Presentation on my plate was excellent and our server was very personable. I like their cute decor too. read more

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I loved this place and the service of Cesar phenomenal, the great food, the affordable prices, the waiting time of about 20 min, they give you bread for your coffee , they have mimosas of different flavors, very clean and organized, the parking is not very good because there are many people, it is a shopping center, but is worth it, the tables are very close to each other, it is not something very pleasant, but the friendly treatment of the waiter Cesar, saves the setbacks, taste in super drinks and the prices, they should treat this one Instead, I recommend it. They close at 3 pm. read more

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OK, so this place is definitely worth the weight. We waited there for one hour. This Monday. Presidents' Day food is amazing services. Great you need to go and get yourself some Chilaquiles. read more

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