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    4.2 (1.8k reviews)
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    Kids Pancake
    Jaclyn M.

    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.

    Strawberry Banana Smoothie
    Gabrielle L.

    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.

    Open for a good time
    Alma R.

    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!

    Lemon ricotta pancakes.
    Jerry C.

    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.

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    Vanessa T.

    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!

    Angela B.

    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.

    Delicious
    David A.

    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.....

    Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew (Fall Cravings Menu)
    Lisa Y.

    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.

    Classic Feta Avocado Toast w/egg
    Jesse L.

    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.

    Eleanna A.

    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.

    Flower balloon from balloon artist at Broken Yolk
    Erin C.

    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!

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

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    Ask the Community - Broken Yolk Cafe

    Are you still doing the 12 egg food challenge?

    Hi Peter! Yes, we still offer the BYC Challenge!

    Are there any seasonal pancakes right now? Pumpkin pancakes?

    Hi Janee, We are excited to announce our "Fallin' into Autumn" menu that will be available on September 23rd! This limited time offer does feature delicious pumpkin pancakes!

    I know this question was asked in 2018 but is there bottomless mimosas?

    Hi Megan, We do not offer bottomless mimosas. Our mimosa glasses are very large , which we call a Megamosa and we also have mimosa flights to try different flavors!

    Do you use fresh whip cream or canned?

    Hi Tessa, We use canned whip cream for all our items that include whip cream! We hope this helps!

    Is the Ironman Omelette Challenge still available? Would a reservation be required or can it be a walk in order?

    Hello! Yes! We still offer the BYC CHALLENGE - A Dozen Egg Omelet ... Filled with mushrooms, onions, American cheese and smothered with chili and more cheese. On the other… Read more

    Do they take reservations?

    No, just first come first served.

    Is the patio dog friendly?

    Yes indeed!

    Any gluten free options?

    Yes, they do offer gluten free options

    Fresh squeezed orange juice?

    Yes! And it's really good!

    Is there a cut-off time for the breakfast/brunch menu?

    Same menu from open to close.

    Is the patio dog friendly?

    Yes they are

    Do you accept bitcoin payments?

    No they don't

    Is there bottomless mimosas?

    They mimosas! And flights of mimosas! Unsure if they're bottomless 😄

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    Lil' Pickle USA - Meatballs Sub - look at that cheese pull!

    Lil' Pickle USA

    4.1(657 reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    One of my favorite sandwich places in the world. Little Pickle subs are served on steamed sub rolls…read morethat are just perfection. And their pickles, I don't know what kind of witchcraft or magic they use, but they're just phenomenal. The Natural Sub is my go to, which comes on a wheat roll with avocado spread lettuce, tomato cheese, and turkey. Yum. Just the absolute best. This is not a fancy place at all, just a sandwich shop which has been around since the 1960s. Just good old-fashioned plain deliciousness.

    I gave this place two chances over the past two years. The first time I dined in. The second time,…read moreI chose takeout because the atmosphere felt so tense and unwelcoming that it was like walking on eggshells. Customers should not feel like they're intruding simply by placing an order. Both times, I received the same cold, dismissive service from the same employee -- a short woman with short black hair working the counter. The attitude was consistently unfriendly, bordering on hostile. The sandwiches are fine, but they're not good enough to compensate for feeling unwelcome. I'd rather go to Jimmy John's and at least be treated with basic courtesy. To top it off, I was charged for two sides that were never included in my bag. That's careless and unacceptable. After two identical experiences, I won't be returning.

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    Board & Brew

    Board & Brew

    4.4(158 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    I consider myself above average in the field of sandwich expertise. I work in the field as a…read moreRegional Manager, I enjoy sandwiches still and I try out different spots often to see what the "competition" is like. Board and Brew is definitely top notch! I was deciding on where to snag lunch on my way to another store doing my rounds and I really wanted a sandwich. I decided to get the Turkado, some dirty Maui chips and drink. The total came to $17 and some change, not bad about the avg for the area and any lunch. The service was great, the woman who helped me was nice, and efficient, she helped me select what chips to get. Not much bantering but I do enough of that at work, so all good here. The store was clean, nice vibe, music. My order was ready in the time it took me to fill my soda cup and sit down to scroll 1 scroll thru outlook emails. Maybe 5-7 mins the woman who gave me my order asked if I wanted some secret sauce on the side, and put it in the bag. The bag felt heavy! The sub was huge! Probably 8inches bread was nice and springy, there was enough lettuce, tomato and sauces on it. I love the sunflower seeds, gives it a nice little crunch. The meat is more of a very thin piled high but there is a lot of it! I like how the sub is assembled meat, cheese, toppings sauce, it seems to hold together nicely.

    This review covers my experience across multiple locations, including Harbor Boulevard in Costa…read moreMesa and Beach Boulevard in Huntington Beach. When I first started coming to Board and Brew, I would have given it a solid five stars, but my perspective has shifted after six years of exploring other local options in the county. The Evolution of the Experience: * Ingredients: While the food is definitely better than a pre-made deli sandwich from a grocery store, it isn't exactly top-tier. The bread and meat are good, but as you try more specialized places, you realize these are fairly standard. * The Famous Sauce: Their signature sauce is tasty, but it feels like it contains a high amount of monosodium glutamate (MSG). MSG is a neuro-exciter that can make people feel overstimulated or unwell after eating it, and it feels particularly intense in this recipe. * Consistency: Both the Huntington Beach and Costa Mesa locations were great initially, but they now feel more like a solid, middle-of-the-road option. The Best Use Case: * Catering & Events: Even with a three-star rating, this is absolutely the place I would go if I needed catering for a birthday party or a large event. Their pricing and preparation for bulk orders are hard to beat. Final Thoughts: If Yelp allowed half-stars, I'd probably give this a 3.5. It's a reliable, solid sandwich shop, but the ingredient quality and the intensity of the MSG in the sauce keep it from being a five-star favorite for me anymore. Edit: The owner replied to my comment about how their food is high quality, but 6 years of taste testing says otherwise. While you may not add pure MSG crystals to your sauce, it still contains MSG.It is misleading to claim "No MSG" or "High Quality" when the sauce relies on ingredients that are chemically identical to it. For instance: Tomatoes and Tomato Paste: These are among the highest natural sources of free glutamate. If the recipe uses tomato paste--as many copycats do--it will test positive for MSG. Soy Sauce & Worcestershire Sauce: Both frequently cited in recipes for this sauce, these contain naturally occurring MSG through fermentation or hydrolysis. Nutritional Yeast: Often used to provide a savory flavor, it naturally contains high levels of glutamate.Hydrolyzed Proteins: Ingredients like "hydrolyzed vegetable protein" (HVP) or "yeast extract" are processed specifically to release glutamates. Legally, a company might say they "don't use MSG" if they don't add the pure additive, but that is a technicality. MSG is linked to various health issues for sensitive individuals, and just because many consider it "safe" doesn't mean it's healthy or non-harmful. If the food is truly "high quality," why rely on these additives to create flavor? Best Wishes

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    Board & Brew - Chicken club: marinated chicken breast topped with bacon = $10.95

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    Chicken club: marinated chicken breast topped with bacon = $10.95

    Firehouse Subs

    Firehouse Subs

    4.0(348 reviews)
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    $$

    Firehouse Subs is a U.S.-based fast-casual sandwich restaurant chain established in 1994 in…read moreJacksonville, Florida, by brothers and former firefighters Chris and Robin Sorensen. Coming from a family deeply rooted in the fire service, the brothers created the brand to reflect a firefighter-inspired atmosphere centered on teamwork, community, and public service. There's just something so special about a meatball sandwich that really makes my mouth salivate. No sure if it's the melted cheese, the aroma of marinara frolicking in the air, or the plump juicy meatballs. Whatever it is, it's definitely has a chokehold on me. I used to think Subway's meatball sub was good but then I found Firehouse and holy mother of ****, I was blown away. Bigger meatball portions and tastier too. I was instantly sold by the masterpiece. The bread held everything perfectly together. Make sure to let it cool down before you bite into it or you'll be needing a hose to cool down because that thing can leave a burn on your tastebuds.

    A representative brought Firehouse Subs to our office for a meeting presentation…read more Sandwiches were good. I had the turkey sandwich. The bread was lightly sweet and went perfectly with the turkey meat. The cookie in the sandwich box was amazing. It was so fresh and I can really tell. I love cookies but am super picky and I loved the chocolate chips cookie that came in the box. Sandwiches can use a bit more meat.

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