Had breakfast at Broken Yolk Café today and it was fantastic! Our server, Sabino, was absolutely the best part of the experience, attentive, friendly, and made us feel so welcome. I ordered the American breakfast and the Chicken Waffle Benedict (incredible!). We also got two flights of mimosas: the Tropical and the Original, plus a short stack of Lemon Ricotta pancakes (which came free after downloading the app). We brought our dog and sat on the outdoor patio. The staff was so welcoming and kind to our pup, which made the visit even better. Great service, delicious food, and a solid menu. First time here, but I'll definitely be coming back. No regrets at all. Highly recommend! Best part? Sabino and how welcoming he was to us and our dog. Thank you, Broken Yolk Café! read more

Went to Broken Yolk Cafe for Mother's Day brunch today and even though the food took a while to come out. Our server Izzy was really great the whole time. She kept checking in, kept us updated, and made sure we had everything we needed while we waited. Will definitely come back! read more

I loved the experience !!! Sabino was very friendly and gave amazing/fast/efficient service. I had the chilaquiles that were amazing and the mimosa flight ! Come during 12-2 pm and the flight is $10! I'm out of town and I wish I could come back I would be here every morning for brunch read more

Breakfast was great 10 out of 10 Server Sabino J (2024) was a great server accommodating when I came in with my mother which she's in a walker gave us the option of outside patio and was very patient with us throughout the entire dinie in. ambience was great read more

Overall, the experience was okay. I felt like the menu sounded better than the food tasted. My husband's Sope Benedict was more enjoyable than my Fiesta Burrito. The Sope Benedict, featuring fried sopes filled with shredded beef and topped with poached eggs, homemade ranchero sauce, sliced avocado, fresh salsa, cotija cheese, and sour cream, was flavorful. In contrast, my Fiesta Burrito, which included scrambled eggs with onion, bell pepper, tomato, shredded beef, and cheddar cheese wrapped in a flour tortilla and smothered in homemade salsa verde, had too much cheese and the green salas was not as expected. read more

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Broken Yolk is such a solid brunch spot in OC. We came in for brunch and everything we ordered was delicious with really generous portions. We got the Tiki Toast, Golden State Benedict, Ranchero Skillet with sunny side eggs, mimosa flights, and a strawberry smoothie. The Tiki Toast was fluffy, sweet. The Golden State Benedict (my fave) was rich and creamy with perfectly cooked eggs and super flavorful. The Ranchero Skillet was super filling. Service was friendly and attentive, food came out quickly, and the overall vibe was really fun and welcoming. There's plenty of seating and parking too. Definitely a spot we'd come back to for brunch again. read more

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First time at this location on a Sunday for brunch and happily we didn't have to wait longer than 5 minutes! We sat outside and enjoyed the beautiful weather. Our waiter was Alex and he was very friendly and helpful with menu items. The food was very yummy! I had the smoked salmon Benedicts and my friend had the California omelette. Their home style potatoes seemed more like messy hash browns (we had to double check with waiter) but otherwise good. Very happy with experience! read more

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So, I think I'm rating this spot up to a four star based mostly on the coffee... My wife and I met a friend couple here and overall it is a good place to get some good food. I got a Golden State Benedict and it was quite good. I can't say it was great as I'm probably a more traditionalist when it comes to eggs Benedict. This one had avocado with bacon on English muffins, hollandaise sauce and Sriracha which seemed like a good combination and is what drew me in. My wife got lemon ricotta pancakes with blueberries. I tried a bite and they were good but again not great. And she did get a couple bites with onion which is not good while eating pancakes. The place is busy and the interior is very loud so if you're going to meet with people ask to be seated outside so you can hear each other. The outside area is nice but the chairs are a heavy metal which makes getting seated and getting up a bit problematic. The service was pretty good and very helpful. We went late morning so I did see some lunch items going past us and the club sandwich as well as the burgers looked quite tasty. The coffee was definitely worthwhile for sure. We both got the messy caramel latte and enjoyed them. We'll go back and try lunch next time. read more

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We went there today and were very pleased we did. The food and the service was great. We had a flight of mimosas which was also outstanding. Our server, Sabino, was great and we will definitely be back. They are also dog friendly which is a big plus for us. Sabino also threw in a nice muffin for us to take home. My wife had a free birthday cinnacake from the app and it was delicious. All in all a very nice eperience. read more

Sabino & the rest of the staff were amazing & attentive. Food was also very filling and tasty! Definitely would come back. read more

We came here for my father's birthday but we've been coming here for ages. The menu has so much variety and there's always something for everyone. The service is so good and staff are always warm and friendly. Sabino was very helpful and kind. Try to get patio seating; it's very elegant but casual. read more

first time coming here 10/10 had the chilaquiles bowl, very filling and delicious! Sabino offered great customer service and recommended 2 mimosa flights, both were amazing read more

I've been wanting to try this place for a while, and I'm so glad we finally did today! The food was amazing, and the service was incredibly fast. Our server Carlos F took great care of us--he checked in often and gave excellent recommendations. The atmosphere was welcoming and felt like the perfect family breakfast spot. We had a wonderful time and will definitely be coming back! read more

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The prices were good, but the food was bland. I believe I got the avocado toast and it was just too much avocado. It was very messy and needed more seasoning. Bae got the steak and eggs, and it was so lackluster. Steak tasted like sadness and the eggs were overcooked. Hash browns were a little better with some crunch. Crowded spot with good portions, but that's about it. There's better breakfast spots in Costa Mesa for sure. It's a family friendly environment with balloon artists walking around and coloring books available, but if you're looking for a spot with tasty food, I cannot recommend this. read more

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Such a good breakfast place. Very good service and the place is clean. Definitely recommend coming here to eat brunch.

Gigantic portions, tasty food, fantastic service. Came here to try a drink recommended to me and had no idea how much we would enjoy the food. Will definitely be coming back. The Bloody Mary flight is calling my name still upset I don't order it..... read more

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A solid, classic breakfast/brunch spot! They don't take reservations, but weekends are always crowded here! Plenty of parking in the shopping plaza's large lot. They also have both indoor and outdoor seating. The menu is quite extensive, so I can see why it's a great spot for families and groups. They literally offer all-things breakfast related--benedicts, omelets, pancakes, waffles, French toast, crepes, skillets, "South of the Border" dishes, and more. I enjoyed the dishes I tried from the "South of the Border" section of the menu. They do a good Chilaquiles Bowl! It comes with corn tortillas, red or green sauce (you can also ask for both!), jack cheese, two eggs, red onion, cilantro, and sour cream. Very tasty, and the portion size is huge! I also liked their Sope Benedict. This comes with two thick, crispy corn tortillas filled with shredded beef and topped with poached eggs, ranchero sauce, sliced avocado, salsa, cotija cheese, and sour cream. The beef is tender and flavorful. It also comes with a side item. The Hash Skillet is good as well. It comes with homefried potatoes, corned beef hash, onions, and bell peppers. Then it's topped with scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, chopped bacon, and green onions. There's a lot going on in this skillet, but it works! It's basically all the classic breakfast ingredients throw into one plate. Lastly, I'd recommend the Lemon Ricotta Pancakes! I'm usually a savory breakfast person, but it was nice to add on a short stack (2) of pancakes for a little sweetness. The pancakes are quite large, so I would recommend splitting it with someone! They were very fluffy and come with blueberries, a lemon wedge, and are dusted with powdered sugar. Our server also brought us some butter, and there's syrup available on the table. read more

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This is my first time at this Broken Yolk. This particular locations has great service, very clean and great food. We enjoyed avocado toast and eggs Benedict. Raymond was our server and he' was perfect. read more

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Liz at the front was so kind! She truly made us feel special when we walked in the door. Service from Sabino was equally pleasant!! We sat outside and it was a beautiful day. He brought everything we might need and more. Food was delicious! "This is my new favorite restaurant!" - my 5 yr old!!! read more

Broken Yolk is my go-to spot for breakfast for me and my fiancé. Whenever friends or family visit, we love taking them here for a nice brunch. One of the best things about this place is that it is dog friendly, which is perfect because we have a Maltipoo that we love bringing everywhere. The food is always delicious. We especially love the Nutella crepes and omelettes, but honestly, everything we've tried has been flavorful and satisfying. You really can't go wrong with whatever you order. The atmosphere is welcoming and cozy, making it a perfect spot to enjoy a meal and spend time together. It is always super busy during the weekends, but make sure to go online and take a virtual stand in line. It is worth it. We truly love this place and keep coming back. read more

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Sabino was our server today and also greeted and seated us. I ordered the hash skillet and my sister ordered Machaca. Our beverages were in huge cups and came out quickly. Sabino checked on us right after our dishes arrived yo make sure we were okay. He also offered take out containers for our food and drinks. We were stuffed after our meals and had a pleasant experience. read more

Considering we went on a Saturday morning at prime brunch hour, the wait to be seated was only 20 mins. With that though, the restaurant was very loud with lots of chatter from surrounding tables. The food took a long while to get to our table. I ordered the chicken & waffles Benedict, absolutely delicious! My family ordered the Californian omelette and fried chicken & eggs and they said it was mediocre. What really stood out during our visit was the balloon artist who visited our table! She made a super cute pink and purple flower for my one year old. My baby loved it! All in all, it was a good experience! read more

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I've heard so much about Broken Yolk, but I did not love my experience. My partner and I came in on a weekend morning. Many seats were taken, but we passed plenty of tables as they led us to the patio, which only had two tables sat -- both had dogs with them. I'm not sure why we, dogless, were sat outside. The weather was nice though, so we didn't sweat it. My partner enjoyed his American Breakfast. I did not enjoy my Avocado Toast. The avocado was VERY ripe, a little too ripe for me and browning in a few spots. The egg on top was okay. I've heard such good things about Broken Yolk. Maybe fruit and veggie focused meals are not their strong suit. read more

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I got the Golden State Benedict with hash browns. The portions are pretty big and it kept me full for breakfast and lunch. It was kind of a "California" style eggs benedict with runny egg yolk, avocado, bacon and a crispy bread bottom. Delicious and very filling and all the flavors worked well together. read more

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Came on a busy weekend but the wait was short. Breakfast was delicious and service was spot on. Big menu and the mood to set the weekend or day is perfect. read more

Great breakfast/brunch spot! This was my first time here. They have a lot of menu items. I loved all of the fall themed items like the pumpkin spice pancakes and espresso pumpkin'tini. I came here on a Sunday and Monday. It gets busy on the weekends but I was able to get served quickly. They have a lot of seating options. They have indoor, bar top, and outdoor seating. The service was quick and friendly. Also, I loved the music they have playing. read more

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Food is average at best, service was poor, rude waitstaff and took 30 mins to get our food. Still over $80 for 4 people also!!! read more

Our server Sabino J was great! Service was 10/10 Would recommend coming here! Great staff read more

Came for brunch with friends & initially sat inside until we realized it was too noisy for our hearing-aid wearing hubbies. Switching to an outside patio table made a huge improvement! Service was quick & we all enjoyed our meals. Nice change of pace for our little group & look forward to returning. read more

Sunday brunch reminder of why I avoid Sunday brunch Lovely patio area and great shade, but the experience was rough. Service was slow, the hash browns tasted produced and chemically, which is the standard broken yolk taters. and somehow my entire meal got hijacked by everyone else's parenting choices. I truly don't understand the "take your little kids to church, throw their whole schedule off, then bring them to a restaurant an hour past meal time and nap time" strategy. Cue screaming, followed by iPhones blasting chaotic videos at full volume that the entire patio now has to listen to. After an hour of that, I packed up my food and left because the whole experience was spoiled. $40 for one person's meal and coffee. I'll maybe try it again on a random Tuesday when the weekend crowd isn't in full force. read more

My friends and I had a "Hot Girl Brunch", and our server, Sabino was the best. He helped me set up my rewards program because the food was great! The service was top notch and if you go, get the mimosa flight. We were litty. read more

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First time at this eatery. I ordered a Greek Salad with grilled chicken. The lettuce was fresh, but the chicken was cold, probably a left over and very dry. It ruined the salad. My latte was great. The service: the person who sat us down was rushed and a little disorganized. Our waiter was good. He seemed a little rushed, too, but organized. Probably not enough staff. read more

My husband brought me here for the first time and let me tell you it didn't disappoint! Everything I ordered was delicious. My favorite was the classic French toast. I also had the chicken and waffle Benedict and the classic Benedict. All delicious. Service was great! Busy but relaxed atmosphere. So glad I finally got to try it! read more

We walked in at 9am on a Sunday and it was clearly busy but the service was impeccable! Thankful for our server Sabino who made sure the food came out quickly and was so hot it was steaming! We got the cinnacakes which were perfect for a sweet tooth! The manager Mauro stopped by our table to check in on our experience and was amazing to chat to! We also tried the fun drinks off the spring menu and they were both so perfect I'll probably order them again! read more

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This was my first time at this location, normally I go to the one closer to me in Mission Viejo. This location was very nice as well. The food and service are always fantastic. I came with some friends during the holidays for a gift exchange brunch. There was a real Grinch character there, a backdrop for pictures, someone making balloon candy canes, and the staff were wearing ugly holiday sweaters. I love that they got all into it. Overall fantastic experience, great food, A+! read more

Solid brunch place, but nothing too memorable. They have the typical breakfast and lunch menu options: breakfast burritos, pancakes, French toast, crepes. The cinnamon French toast was good (according to my nephew). I ordered the avocado toast with a side of ham -- thick slab of ham, so beware! We had a party of 12 on new year's eve and they were able to accommodate us since we called ahead. Lots of free parking in the complex. read more

Here we are again. We LOVE this place. I've been meaning to give a big shout out to Chris , who although is she is not a server she still makes our stay pleasant and enjoyable every time. Every visit she stops by to make sure we have everything we need and just for a general check-in. They make us feel like family. We'll be back, for sure. read more

My boyfriend and I ordered huevos rancheros. The plate was mostly just rice. Barely beans and just one egg on top of a fried tortilla. We paid 50 bucks just for rice and to add to it, it took 20 minutes for them to even bring the order to the table. Save your hard working money for somewhere else. read more

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We decided to give this place a try after reading the reviews. Hubs and I wanted to try a breakfast chain out in the West Coast and were excited to try this place. We got here for an early lunch and were immediately seated. The restaurant is pretty big, with the place being made of both tall gray walls and tall gray wood paneled walls. 6 paintings depicting the restaurant's logo in different color schemes hang on one of the wood paneled walls and cylindrical lamps hang over the restaurant itself. There are also doors and windows that face the outdoor dining area, which is a smaller area that has a few tables with closed red umbrellas. Finally, a huge mural made of painted words spelling out food items can be seen all the way in the back. Daughter ordered Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast With Hash Browns, which has smashed avocado, smoked salmon, pickled onions, capers, dill and lemon on artisan bread, but she ended up getting Smoked Salmon Benedict instead. The meal took too long to arrive and her blood sugar was going low, so we decided not to say anything and eat it, instead. She said it was really good and it was a happy accident. We didn't realize that our server had put in eggs Benedict until we were looking at our receipt when we got back to our room. Smoked Salmon Benedict has smoked salmon, dill, capers, arugula, poached eggs and hollandaise on a toasted English muffin. She had a cold brew and liked it a lot, as well. Hubs orderer Mom Omelet, which has avocado, spinach, mushroom, onion, red and green bell pepper, salsa fresca and sour cream. He got it with fruit asked for tortilla but was given sourdough bread instead. He said that the omelette was overcooked and flat and wished that he had the tortilla but beggars can't be choosers. Lastly, I had the Belgian Waffle with bananas and whipped cream and thought this was ok. It was nice and crispy. Service was very slow and our server never came back to check on us. We never got our coffees refilled. I'm glad that we got a chance to try this place but I don't think we'll be returning to this location if we decide to try this chain again, in the future. read more

Kicked off my birthday with breakfast at one of my favorite places...Broken Yolk. My brother, sis-in-law and husband took me to begin my day o' celebrating and I'm so glad they did. Once again it was a great dining experience and I got my breakfast choice for free because it was bday which is a nice benefit of being a Broken Yolk rewards member. We felt very taken care of from the moment we sat down to signing the check. I also need to point out that it was a very busy time of day for the Broken Yolk but not once did we feel it. Our server, food, outside table and ambiance were all fantastic which was perfect for beginning a very special day for me. I felt it necessary to post another review for this establishment because it just proves to be consistently deserving of 5 stars and that's worth noting. read more

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