aloha stacks is a classic sunday stop for my boyfriend and me. the crab benedict never disappoints for me, and he's a big fan of the breakfast sandwich. the portions are huge and super filling, which i always appreciate. i also love their iced ube latte and the spanish latte. i keep telling myself i'll try something new on the menu, but the crab benedict is just too good, i end up craving it every single time. my only gripe is that i miss when they cut their potatoes into smaller pieces. they started cutting them in these huge chunks, and i miss when they were crispier because they were cut smaller. it's almost always popping inside, but luckily there's plenty of seating outside if there's nothing available indoors. they're usually pretty quick with orders too, whether you're dining in or grabbing something to go. the staff has always been really friendly as well, which just makes the whole experience even better. definitely one of my go-to brunch spots! read more

Came for the ube pancakes, and they did not disappoint. The ube flavor wasn't artificial and the coconut syrup added just the right amount of sweetness. The pancakes themselves were soft, bouncy, and had a great texture reminded me a little of mochi. Definitely the highlight, I'd give them a 4/5. 2/5: The loco moco, on the other hand, was just okay. It was lacking in gravy, which made it feel a bit dry, and some of the rice was hard. Not something I'd order again. read more

Aloha Stacks - Ube Coconut Pancakes Loco Moco - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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This is our favorite breakfast place! We absolutely love the waffles here -- they are amazing. The burritos are the best we've ever had, and the Hawaiian coffee is so delicious. Everything here is incredibly tasty. We've tried many breakfast places, but we always come back here. Highly recommend! read more

Aloha Stacks - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

My favorite breakfast joint ever! I love the outside dining and food came out within 10-15 minutes! I always have to get a French toast because it's not too sweet and shareable! read more

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Never in my life have I eaten somewhere where the rice was mushy in some bites, and hard and undercooked in other bites. I ordered the loco moco and everything but the rice was good. The restaurant gave me new rice which after I complained and it tasted better than the first. Their food is normally spot on so not sure what happened. read more

Aloha Stacks - Mushy/hard rice. Had to ask for new rice because it tasted horrible. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

went here for a small solo brunch and honestly loved it. went on a thursday morning & it wasn't super busy/the wait wasn't long either. they had a ton of options which i definitely appreciate & I ended up getting their "breakfast egg burrito" with Portuguese sausage & a POG juice (photo). I enjoyed both items a lot but i will say I wouldn't be upset if they added more tortilla chips to the plate! the salsa & beans that the burrito came with were solid but I did add tapatío to everything which gave it the little kick I needed. I sat outside which can definitely get warm but the atmosphere is pretty relaxing. overall, had a great experience for my first time & will definitely be back! read more

Aloha Stacks - Breakfast Egg Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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Came on a Sunday morning so expected to be busy but overall did not take too long to get our food. Stood in line to order and then was given a number to leave on the table. Lots of seating outside and servers were able to bring the food out in less than 10 minutes. Lots of seating, especially outdoors so very dog friendly. Ube pancakes were very soft, coconut flakes were cooked into the pancakes and on top. Not too sweet as well. Loco moco was pretty decent, typically what you would expect but the hamburger patty was slightly dry. Would definitely come back for a quick and affordable breakfast option! read more

Aloha Stacks - Ube Coconut Pancakes and loco moco - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

This is my go-to spot when I want to avoid huge crowds and long waits. The quieter atmosphere definitely doesn't reflect the quality of the food. I think it gets overlooked because it's a bit tucked away, but it's honestly a hidden gem. I've enjoyed all of their savory dishes, and their pancakes are some of the best around. The coffee is a little too strong for my personal taste, but their lattes are always delicious. read more

Aloha Stacks - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Great breakfast spot! I was thrilled to see gluten friendly pancakes and waffles on the menu-- and there are lots of other appealing options too. My husband was super happy with his katsu curry. They also offer lots of different coffees and teas. I had the Hawaiian latte and it was a treat. The interior features bright, contemporary decor with sunny yellow accents. I've eaten here for a quick weekday lunch and found the seating ample, but it was predictably more crowded when we came for Sunday brunch. No problem, because there's plenty of outdoor seating too! Service was efficient and friendly. Looking forward to many more breakfasts here. read more

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On a sunny weekend, Aloha Stacks is a great place to grab brunch. The line was out the door, but moved quickly. You order at the counter and then take your number to a table. They have indoor and lots of outdoor seating available. I tried their breakfast burrito, which at $12 is one of the cheapest around. It includes your choice of protein (bacon, Portuguese sausage, kalua pork, sausage, spam or mixed veggies) with eggs, cheddar and potatoes and comes with a side of refried beans and chips. It's one of the smaller ones out there, but at that price you can't argue. I chose kalua pork and there was a good amount in there. The salsa verde that comes with it is great, and really adds an extra oomph. My husband got the chicken teriyaki plate ($16) which came with two scoops of rice and mac salad. They use chicken breast so it's healthier, but not as flavorful as dark meat. Would like to come back for those ube pancakes and some Portuguese sausage! Ample parking the lot. read more

Aloha Stacks - Breakfast Egg Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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This place has a casual vibe, great food, and plenty of outdoor seating. The staff at the register was friendly in spite of the long line on a Saturday morning. We ordered the chilaquiles and the ube pancakes -- instead of coconut flakes, I added banana slices. The ube pancakes are my favorite now. They were to die for. Amazing texture and flavor. Their Mexican hot chocolate and aloha latte were amazing, too. read more

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I've been here 4x in a month. My daughter and I stopped by to have brunch with my my gfs after their Pilates class. We loved it so much. Then came back with the rest of the family and then 2x with my work buddies. Each time I've like everything we ordered. I tasted my friend's dishes too and I can't say I found anything I didn't like. 01. Blueberry Pancakes $4 (single stack) - 5 Stars - Fluffy and loaded with fresh blueberries, not the frozen ones. You can see the fresh blueberries in whole form. Light and fluffy, perfectly cooked. I get at least 1 pancake at each visit. 02. Breakfast Burrito - 4 Stars - Solid burrito and a good size. You can customize it to your liking, I got mine with Portuguese Sausage. The salsa that comes with it was tasty. 03. Strawberry N' Cream Pancake (kid's meal) $8 - 4 Stars - Great deal for the kids. The portion was big enough for an adult. 04. Chicken Katsu Waffles - 3.5 Stars - The Katsu was crispy (not seasoned enough) and the waffles were ok. Our least liked item from our visit. 05. Turkey Avocado Melt w/ Tater Tots - 4 Stars - Oh the Tots won me over. I haven't had a Tater Tots in so long. Good as I remembered. The turkey sando was simple but good. The bread was toasted perfectly. 06. Loco Moco w/ Fried Rice - 4 Stars - We sub the white rice for fried rice which is the way to go. The gravy was seasoned well and the eggs are done to your preference. If you want more gravy, just ask for more. PARKING - Lots of parking in the plaza so don't worry. CUSTOMER SERVICE - The staff are super friendly and always willing to help. The recognize you after a few visits. FOODS - I am a true fan. I haven't found a breakfast/brunch spot that has a great menu, good tasting foods and friendly service. This one checks all of my list. Food is tasty. Their drinks are good too. VERDICT - If coming 4x within a month doesn't speak how much I like them, I'm not sure what will. Try it out, it's definitely a hidden gem in Irvine/OC. I'll see you soon Adrian!!! read more

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Food was great, minimal wait, and the servers were friendly. I'd give 5 stars if I could, but the cashier's attitude was a 1/10. She seemed like she didn't want to be there and we felt rushed ordering. No customer service at all. We thought she might just be having a bad day but seems like the other reviews here say otherwise. Would love to come back, but honestly only if someone else is at the register. read more

I was treated to a brunch / lunch at Irvine for Aloha stacks. It's is unique fusion of American, Hawaiian, Hispanic breakfast. Portions are large, food is tasty. Overall the restaurant is fast food style, and they do bring your plates to your table. Service is friendly. Aloha stacks is located at busy plaza and it's not a big restaurant inside. It also shares patio seatings outside with the other restaurants in the plaza. Vibe is new, clean, and American fusion Hawaiian style breakfast, brunch and lunch restaurant. Overall the taste on dish are good, and different enough to warrant visits. read more

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Aloha Stacks is one of those spots that's easy to come back to when you're craving something sweet and satisfying. I ordered the ube coconut waffles along with an ube latte, and both came out to my table quickly and were exactly what I was hoping for. The waffles were fluffy with a light crisp on the outside, and the ube flavor was also fluffy and rich without being too sweet. The coconut paired really nicely and added a little extra texture that made each bite better. The ube latte was smooth, creamy, and not overly sugary. It was such a perfect balance with the waffles. Overall, it's a great place to grab breakfast when you're in the mood for something a little different but still comforting. Their menu also has savory options but I was here to satisfy my sweet tooth. If you're an ube fan, this is an easy recommendation, and I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu! read more

Aloha Stacks - Ube coconut waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Came here one morning, thanks to an Instagram reel, for the macadamia nut pancakes, and they did not disappoint at all! Omelette was filled with a good amount of meats. The potatoes are also a must! Will definitely be back again. read more

Aloha Stacks - Meat Lovers Omelette Captain Mac Nut Potatoes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Have eaten at all three locations, my wife and I share an omelet or other breakfast meal and the banana Nutella crepes. We always leave stuffed and amazed at how delicious and consistent the meals are at each location. We only lean towards the RSM location because it's five minutes from home. The lines can be long but we always end up talking to the group in font or behind us, everyone realizes that the service and food is well worth the wait. No matter how crowded, we always seem to find seating. Tables are bussed immediately, all employees seem to genuinely love working at their location. A bonus is the hot and tasty coffee. read more

I have to say I like having this location when I'm in the area looking for something for breakfast, brunch or lunch. Wide variety of items. I stick to the salads so it's decent for a salad. Fresh lettuce. The breakfast items looked good as well. You order at the counter. It's worth a try. SYOY. read more

This is a solid brunch spot! There are a few tables inside but I love the outdoor seating - great for people watching while you enjoy a nice meal :) The portions are generous and everything comes out very quickly. The ube waffles are crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, and the ube filling is not too sweet at all. The oatmeal is also tasty and generously portioned, I enjoyed the fresh fruit and the side of brown sugar to sprinkle on top! Staff here is also very friendly and sweet :) read more

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Loco Moco is a dish that holds a special place in my heart as my first breakfast whenever I kickoff my trip in Hawaii. I was delighted to find Aloha Stacks, a local gem in a great part of Irvine in close proximity to my home. Aloha Stacks to satisfies my craving. Eating at the restaurant is an effortless experience being in a fantastic area with lots of parking. The Loco Moco is excellent pick. It a dish piled high with the perfect combination of white rice, egg, gravy and hamburger patty (or your protein choice) and a very satisfying portion. The meal instantly transports me back to the islands and tastes authentic. If your looking for great Loco Moco without the flight, Aloha Stacks is a must visit. read more

Aloha Stacks - Loco Moco - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

This Aloha Stacks is nestled in a lovely clean shopping center with abundant outdoor seating spaces and some indoor seatings. The ordering process took awhile because of a snaking long line. I decided to sit outside and the food arrived relatively quickly. The chai I had was sickly sweet and had too much ice in it. I should have had pancakes or something instead of their limited offering omelet. It essentially had way too much meat inside and had an awful texture. Every bite I took was too salty and had a gritty meat texture or very rubbery egg taste. No bueno. I also had to go hunt for utensils, napkins, and condiments as none was offered. In short, I wouldn't mind revisiting in the future to try some of the other offerings. But.....I wouldn't go out of my way to eat there. read more

Aloha Stacks - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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Aloha! A great breakfast & brunch spot in Irvine! Woodbury Town Center is a lovely spot to hang out and walk around and this restaurant was a nice find. The restaurant is a few doors down from LA fitness and is surrounded by other restaurants/businesses. It had actually been in my bookmarks for quite some time so I was happy to have been able to finally try it. We arrived early afternoon, maybe an hour and a half before closing this past weekend. To no surprise the place seemed fairly busy, with a line out the door and all seating taken inside. We stood in line, browsed the menu, and were ready to order by the time we got to the counter. We ordered the Ube Coconut Belgium Waffle and the Spicy Chicken + Bacon Waffle. The food: - Ube Coconut Belgium Waffle: A plump Belgium waffle covered in strawberries, whip cream, some ube goodness, and coconut flakes. Super tasty and mildly sweet. I liked it a lot and licked the plate clean :P. - Spicy Chicken + Bacon Waffle: Not your typical chicken and waffle dish. It's quite overwhelming to look at haha. It's a Belgium waffle with good sized pieces of chicken katsu, bacon, cheddar cheese, spicy mayo, powdered sugar, and maple syrup. It's not love at first bite but it gets better as you get through it! Service was good, there wasn't much interaction with the workers except for ordering at the counter and the occasional water glass fill-up. There's some seating inside and plenty of seating outside. Parking is plentiful, no problem there. Depending on how busy it is you may have to walk a distance, but it's not terrible. Definitely a place worth trying, whether you're in the area or not! read more

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I ordered the Avocado Omelette and a side of regular pancakes with a hot Mocha Latte. The omelette was so fresh tasting that I didn't want to add anything on top; I tried it with some Tapatio, but it really took the flavors away from fresh tasting. I can literally taste every ingredient as if they were just taken off the organic farm and chopped for my meal. It truly is something you need to try! These regular pancakes are the BEST pancakes I've ever had. I've eaten here few times before and have tried their other pancakes as well (which are good too) but these regular pancakes are SUPER DELICIOUS. I don't know what they do to make them taste so good. I eat it with melted butter and syrup. They serve the pancakes with wrapped butter sitting on the hot pancakes to help melt the butter for spreading. The service is amazing and they deliver the food right to your table when it's ready. I will be back as the ambiance is a sit down inside or outside for eating. read more

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This place is amazing! Food and service were great! You know it's amazing restaurant when the line is out the door. The servers were quick with taking orders and getting everything out so that made it 10 times even better. Inside was busy for seating but they have tons of seats outside with heaters on 24/7. read more

Aloha Stacks - Corned beef and hash Loco Moco with a side of spam... mouth watering!! So good! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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I used to love this place but the last 3 visits have been pretty bad as far as food goes. The flavor has greatly declined and it is starting to feel more of a diner food. Stale, cold and without flavor. I had their loco moco and their white rice didn't seem right. It was almost like instant rice. Then I had their meat scrambled egg- cant recall the actual name- it has the Portuguese Sausage, bacon and what not. It was as greasy as can be, eggs were overcooked (scrambled) and it was cold. Who wants to eat cold egg and meat? And I couldn't even taste the Portuguese sausage. Maybe their pancakes are still the bomb. Idk but from this last time and $47 bucks lost. I will not be coming back. read more

Came to this center for lunch in-between my daughter's games. Chose Aloha Stacks because the menu had such a variety and we loved the feel of being at a quaint breakfast spot in Hawaii. I got the Kobe beef plate & the beef was delish. The mushrooms that came with it had so much flavor. The macaroni salad was just okay. My daughter got chicken tenders, cant go wrong with that. Husband got the omelet & potatoes an was average. I'd for sure go back and get the plate again or try the yummy looking savory breakfast items. read more

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There's a reason why there is always a line when you go here - the food and the price are good! I've visited another location already but here I got the Captain Mac Nut French Toast and Spam Musubi, and my boyfriend got the Loco Moco (with sauce on the side). Think I spent around $45 for both, but they are all filling and I usually have leftovers. How it works: You place your order at the register and they'll give you a number to put on your table. There are a lot of tables outside (the inside only has a few) so it shouldn't be a problem finding one. The lines tend to move at a good pace considering they only have one register. Would definitely come back again to try more stuff and also try a latte! read more

Aloha Stacks - Spam Musubi, Captain Mac Nut, Loco Moco - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Aloha Stacks - Irvine, CA Rating: Stopped by Aloha Stacks for brunch recently. It's a solid spot with some definite high points, though a few of the savory dishes could use a little more attention in the kitchen. The service ambiance is nice and very tranquil. The Standouts: * Spanish Latte: Absolutely great. This was a highlight of the meal and perfectly crafted. * Kids Pancake Platter: Don't sleep on the basics here. The pancakes were incredibly fluffy and delicious. The bacon was also excellent quality and cooked exactly how you want it--crispy and flavorful. The Mains: * Island Chilaquiles: The flavor of the chilaquiles themselves was great. They aren't spicy, which is good to know if you prefer a kick, but they tasted authentic. My only gripe was the ribeye; it came out a bit undercooked and very rare, which made it a little tough to enjoy. * Loco Moco: This was "good" but not "great." The patty was a bit rough in texture, and the gravy was unfortunately lacking that deep, savory flavor you look for in a classic loco moco. Verdict: If you're coming here, definitely get a coffee and stick to the "stacks"--the griddle items are clearly where they shine. With a little more consistency on the proteins, this place would be a home run. Would you like me to adjust the star rating or focus more on a specific dish for this review? read more

The food was really good. They had a very diverse menu. Everyone in my party got different items which were all delicious. The staff was really nice and helpful. It was small to sit inside but the tables outside were super nice and there's a fountain and area for the kids to run around read more

Came here this past Sunday for brunch. Stood in line for about 15 minutes to place an order at the counter. Then waited another 5-10 minutes for the food to arrive at the table. They were busy and it was only around 9:15am!! Ordered: 1) loco moco plate - husband enjoyed this 2) chicken Katsu plate with rice and mac salad Both were delicious and I'd get my chicken plate again next time because it was that good! Maybe will try the ube waffle or pancake next time too. read more

3.5/5 Quick service but there's nothing special about this place. I expected the banana macadamia nut pancakes to be more fluffy. Loco moco with corned beef, no wow factor but I liked how the gravy was not too heavy. Service was standard. read more

I was pretty surprised by this place, I wasn't expecting too much was the katsu plate but it was pretty good. It was a little underseasoned, but the curry helped it a little bit. The "tea" I got was basically a combination of fruit juices and it did not taste like tea at all. My brother got the corned hash - which was pretty good too with the gravy . I guess the gravy/curry saves the good. I liked being able to eat outside and enjoy the atmosphere! read more

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Love the waffles they have, all flavors so far. Walk up to order is pretty much the routine at most places lately, so it is hard to judge the service, though it would be nice if they came around and offered coffee refills. Actually we go to this location because sitting outside is really nice under covering and there's a huge fountain that provides white pleasant noise. read more

Amazing food and service! We'll be back with the kids when we're in the area for sure! read more

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We came for the ube pancakes and were delighted by them. So fluffy and tasty with the sauce! Other food was variable. The blueberry pancakes are fresh but the giant chunks of blueberry can be overwhelming and tart, the spinach omelet we had was a bit flat but flavors were good, and the burrito was filling. Not bad food but more so grub brunch rather than fine dining. Nothing wrong with that but found other food mediocre and a bit overcooked, but the ube pancakes were spot on! May come back if in the area but compared to other brunch spots I would go there over here. Whats nice was easy in and out and plenty of seating outside if inside is full read more

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Solid brunch place in the Woodbury plaza. Like coming to this area so my kid can run around on the open field. You order at the cash register, grab a number, find a seat, and then go from there. Seating is limited inside but there is outdoor seating with some heaters. My child wanted the blueberry pancakes which were pretty decent. My husband opted for the chilaquiles which came with a thick salsa, kahlua pork, and eggs the way you like them - very flavorful and savory. Pricing is about $12-$18 per plate, so pretty good for Irvine pricing. read more

Food was really good. Cute outside space for seating. People we very nice and although there was a long line to order, we got out good in under 15 min. read more

Wanted to try this place out. I couldn't decide on pancakes but went with the Mac nut pancakes for this time around. I also got a side of tater tots and an iced ube latte. The rest of the people got chilaquiles, banana pancakes, chicken and fries. Overall, they have a wide variety of menu. There is seating inside and outside. Would definitely recommend this place. Excited to try the ube pancakes next time around. read more

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My husband took me here because I needed to eat something light and healthy. The place is not very big, but there are a few tables for sit down and plenty of tables to sit outdoors which is shared with other restaurants. We order our food at the counter and I had the avocado omelette made with eggs white and a side of two pancakes. My husband had the oatmeal bowl with fruit and a side of corn beef. Everything tasted so good and came out within 10-15 mins from when we ordered. I will definitely come back again. read more

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An amazing place. I have been wanting to come here for years and it almost met all expectations. Cap Mac nut French toast: 9/10. So good but I hear the guava toffee is even better so I'll get that next time Ube pancakes: 10/10 met all expectations. The sauce was amazing. It was even better with the coconut syrup Soft shell crab omelette: 6/10 good but I would have preferred something like the kahlua pork omelette Shrimp chilaquiles: 7/10 I have never had shrimp in my chilaquiles. It didn't necessarily make it better but the chilaquiles in general were good Garden crepe: 4/10 I was disappointed but was looking forward to this! Very bland. Needs more seasoning Ube latte 7/10 really good Juices: forgot which I got but really enjoyed it read more

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