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    3.9 (1.9k reviews)
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    Benedicts
    Jasmin A.

    Came here for breakfast over the weekend. One thing to note: you order by scanning the QR code at your table, otherwise no one will come by to take your order. We actually decided to check this place out after reading reviews about the complimentary ginger shots... unfortunately, we didn't get any. As for the food, the Eggs Benedict and breakfast sandwich were both delicious. Our favorite item, though, was the potatoes. They reminded us of crispy hash browns, but made with small roasted potatoes instead. So good! Overall, the food was tasty and worth trying for a weekend breakfast spot.

    Trini M.

    Stopped for brunch since my husband was working nearby. Service was kind but pretty minimal that day. We were seated and given a nice vase of water. They explained that ordering and payment happen online or up front inside, so it felt a bit self-serve after that. Drinks and food took longer than expected to come out. The portions were generous and satisfying. I went with the Loxex omelet (scrambled eggs with smoked salmon, tomatoes, onions), and the grilled potatoes on the side were spot-on. My husband ordered the chilaquiles, which he found a little too salty and soggier than he prefers. His cappuccino however, was very delicious. The menu has tons of appealing options, so it's definitely worth checking out if you're in the mood for creative brunch dishes.

    Daniel V.

    I'm going to be honest. When I first walked into Blu Jam Cafe in Downtown LA, I was already judging the place. I don't know what it was, but I just wasn't feeling it at all. I honestly thought this spot was going to be mid and probably another overrated DTLA brunch place. But the second the food hit the table. Everything changed. I ordered a burger, salad, French toast, and an Arnold Palmer. The burger was cool. Nothing bad, but nothing amazing either. Just decent. The salad was good too. BUT THAT ARNOLD PALMER?!?!?! 10/10. Legit probably the best Arnold Palmer I've ever had in my life. Super Bomb! And the French Toast?!?!?! BRO... WTF. Easily the best French toast I've ever had and probably some of the best in all of Los Angeles, not just Downtown LA. That French toast literally saved this place from getting 3-4 stars from me. I'm dead serious when I say I'll come back just for that alone. Overall, I ended up leaving really impressed. Glad I gave this place a chance. 100% recommended.

    Vegan tofu tostada
    Shai R.

    I had a wonderful experience at Blu Jam Cafe. The food was absolutely delicious! I had the Vegan Tostada. The tostada was full of flavor and seasoned to perfection. The tofu tostada was very crispy and crunchy which was delicious! The potatoes were also cooked perfectly. My son had the hangover scramble, sourdough toast and Blueberry Jam. He enjoyed his food also. He wanted a container of the Blueberry Jam to take home. We also ordered a Mimosa, Matcha Latte and a regular Latte. They were all delicious. I love the large mugs they put the hot drinks in. The service was good. You have to order from a QR code at your table. The food came out pretty quick. This location is located between Broadway and Spring Street. You can enter on either street. They have outside and inside seating available. I can't wait to visit this location again.

    French Toast
    Janae B.

    We LOVED our breakfast so much we came back for both mornings of our LA visit. The food is fresh, interesting and delicious!! French toast, breakfast sandwiches and potatoes were fantastic. Lattes were on point too. Highly recommend!! - Three girls from Idaho

    Steven L.

    Went for brunch before it started getting really busy. Really great place because it's in this indoor alley that has different restaurants and coffee shops. We sat outside and I really enjoyed it because you get this kind of indoor outdoor feel. I got the Tuscany Scramble and wow it was really delicious. If you like pesto, you would love this a lot, I didnt know what to expect because I had nothing like this before, but the description was accurate. I was torn on either the tuscany scramble and the chilaquiles, but i really enjoyed my meal. I would totally go here again to get the chilaquiles or something that catches my eye.

    Mediterranean salmon bowl.
    Mayra S.

    This is a nice, cozy spot in DTLA with a welcoming atmosphere. We ordered multiple dishes, and everything we tried was good lots of flavor and great variety to choose from. The only downside was the wait time, which was a bit longer than expected. However, the overall experience was still enjoyable, especially because of the wide selection of dishes available. I'd definitely come back to try more from the menu.

    Crunchy French Toast, Iced Matcha, Iced Latte, Eggs Benedict
    Victoria A.

    Look how presentable the plates are! The food was good, but not great. I'd say the quality was just better than average! The menu is expansive though, and I'd be curious to return and try other plates/drinks. They have sangria, and I definitely want to try it next time. The service however, was so great! All the staff were quick, attentive, and friendly. They didn't rush us out or anything, either. Lastly, I did enjoy the location. There is an outdoor patio that is in a hallway of various businesses; it's covered/shaded, and yet still outside. Overall, it's a decent brunch in the middle of Downtown LA!

    Dia N.

    This neat little cafe is tucked in a food hall-ish area that looked like it could've been a train station of sorts back in the day. We came here on a Thursday around 12pm and it wasn't too busy. There's paid parking lots across the street, but it's in DTLA, so the area feels a little urban. We were met with wonderful service from the moment we entered. They have some seating inside and outside, but it's a lot cooler inside their restaurant than the "patio" area. Also, there's no restroom at this place. You have to ask for a ticket and go over to the security guard who will unlock the doors to the publicly shared restroom for you. Anyways, we got the breakfast carbonara and chilaquiles. I liked that they offered us an amuse bouche of a berry crepe. The crepe was really good and probably was the star of our whole meal. The breakfast carb was more of a risotto/mushy fried rice with peas, eggs, and pancetta. It tasted alright, but we couldn't help thinking about similar it was to fried rice. The chilaquiles was alright. The chips were on the thinner side, which caused them to get super soggy really fast with the watery sauce. While the flavors were there, the texture was not. This spot is more of an order at the front and pay at the front kind of place. Overall, great service, decent food.

    Fresh squeezed orange juice
    Anthony R.

    We tried blu jam because of the reviews and proximity to our hotel. We stopped in for breakfast which was great. They have indoor and outdoor seating. The restaurant does not have servers but a hostess and then bussers/food runners. You can either order from your phone through a QR code or at the front station which I thought was interesting. We ordered a fresh squeezed oj which was delicious and definitely freshly squeezed. The iced latte had a great strong flavor. The only complaint is I drank it too fast. The breakfast sandwich had a perfect crisp to the bread. The egg was cooked spot on to medium so had a slight yolk dripping. The bacon was very crispy and overall it was an incredible breakfast sandwich. The crunchy French toast is breaded with a ground up cornflake. It was very crispy and came topped with fresh berries and two sides of a delicious vanilla sauce. We had a great breakfast and would recommend this spot to anyone.

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    Jesse G.

    Extensive menu The food here was good, nothing mind-blowing but enjoyable overall. I liked that they give you the option to self-order through your phone or go the traditional route with a server -- that was convenient. The menu is huge though. Honestly a little overwhelming with so many items to read through, it made it hard to decide what to get. I didn't love sitting inside. There's no A/C and with the open kitchen so close, it gets pretty hot and uncomfortable. If you can, I'd recommend waiting for outdoor seating -- much more comfortable. Overall, the food was good and the ordering options were solid, but I'd stick to sitting outside next time.

    Sandy P.

    Eggs benedict is great here! We also really enjoy their french toast and it's plentiful to share with table. Service is attentive and the restaurant is nice and lively. A nice place to grab brunch and catch up.

    House French toast!

    Had such an amazing experience here!! Treated like royalty! Food quality was spectacular the coffee was the best I ever had and the chilaquiles were soo good! Would definitely recommend and will be coming back!

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    Such a great spot for breakfast. Very well varied. The potatoes here are incredibly delicious . They have many vegetarian options as well!!

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    Love their breakfasts. Particularly the egg Benedicts all their French toast and waffle style dishes are excellent as well.

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    Does the crunchy French toast have any nuts in it?

    I don't believe so. Corn Flakes are what gives it the crunch.

    Does this place serve mimosas? Is the location air conditioned? Do the take reservations? I have been trying to get someone on the phone for days. Thank you for your help.

    Mimosas, yes. A/C, no... it's outside/in a shopping center. Reservations via yelp waitlist.

    Is the restaurant big group friendly?

    Can be

    Is there parking here?

    There are a couple of parking lots next to the restaurant.

    If my order was incomplete what steps do it take to notify blu jam?

    First kindly follow up with the ordering entity (e.g., Uber, Postmates, Grubhub). If this was not ordered through a third party, please contact the store directly.

    Is there a bathroom?

    Yes there is, not in the restaurant itself but inside the mall

    Is the restaurant wheelchair accessible?

    Yes

    Hi do you guys take reservations?

    Yes. You can use Yelp's reservation tool.

    Are they open right now for dine in?

    DTLA will open July 7

    Is this place open for delivery/take out? If so, what are the hours? The phone options aren't updated.

    Unfortunately they have closed until further notice

    Unlimited mimosas on Fridays?

    We offer the following mimosas for $10.95 a glass: -Guava Mimosa -Strawberry Mimosa… 

    Is there parking at this location?

    Parking very close by . Not expensive at all.

    Are the french toast vegan or can they be made vegan?

    Crunchy French Toast is not vegan, can not be made vegan.

    Good for large group Sunday brunch?

    How large of a party? We have a table that can satisfy a group of 8.… 

    Bottomless mimosas on weekend?

    No bottomless mimosas, but they do offer carafes of red and white sangria - which is super tasty. There is a bottomless mimosa spot just down the street - good place to kill some time while you wait your turn at that French toast.

    Do you need to make reservations?

    Good Morning Paulina! We do not take resrevations. However we do have a space for large groups that we can accomodate. We also have the option of adding yourselves to the No… 

    Open on thanksgiving today?

    Yes! 8:00am-3:00pm

    How is parking ?is there a lot? Street parking?

    I don't think there is a designated lot for that section of restaurants Blu Jam is in, but there are parking lots/structures around. I think they were $8 but not 100% sure. Or try street parking with meters but it was a little difficult to find when… 

    Is there a long wait on weekday mornings?

    No wait at all. I went this morning and there was only about 6 groups which took up less then half the place. Always safe to call to make sure.

    Are they pet friendly?

    I took my chihuahua and there were no issues!

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