It's been over a decade since I last stepped into a broken yolk. I believe it was on Garnet in pacific beach, SD. Quality is consistent after today's meal despite being an established chain. Service was great today. Staff worked in tandem to service us which is always a great way to ensure a pleasant dining experience. Inside is definitely modern decor compared to the tiki/hut vibe of the older locations. Clean is always good with food establishments. A side note would be the sensors in the bathroom. It seems like it was rationing water when I tried to wash my hands. Got a good laugh lol If you are looking for good brunch, this is a good option. Quite family oriented too. read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - The Mom Omelet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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Food: country fired egg and steak was okay. The sauce was not to my taste. Chicken and waffle Benedict was probably a better choice. The sauce on the egg Benedict was decent, chicken and waffle was uhm... the kid meals were splendid in portion, the pancake was better than the waffle. The good morning burger has large portion but the meat was dried. Overall, the meal portion was good and very filling so this restaurant has very good value. But the food were not to my taste Service: i find its funny that they put 5 of us in a table of 4 and add an extra chair to sit 5 but there were at least 5 tables around me that had 1-2 people got put in a table that can sit 6+. The table barely fit 5 plates and drinks. After we sat, server did not come to service us for 15 mins but checked on the table next to us that just got sit 5 mins ago. Server was friendly but was not attentive or care. Ambiance: good natural light, modern, and decently new. Overall, i would not return. I prefer poached kitchen. read more

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Wow!!! What a #TREAT! I have driven by Broken Yolk for many years, and today I finally decided to stop in for breakfast! There were so many amazing options that it was hard to choose! I landed on the Chicken Fried Steak Breakfast with extra gravy because: #GRAVY!!! Everything was #SimplyDELISH! The chicken fried steak was cooked perfectly, the hash browns were crispy, the eggs were just right, and yes... the extra gravy was absolutely worth it! The preparation was #5Star, and the service was #AMAZING!!! read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - Chicken fried steak, eggs, hash browns, toast coffee - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

I've been here twice now and love the food as it is well done for a fair price point and the drinks are strong! The hosts and servers are also very friendly, but service has been concerning. Both times they have forgotten my toast--which I find funny, but that aside, it's a very low key place to get delicious brunch food that tastes fresh! I also love that the menu is very diverse and customizable! read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - Ribeye Steak & Eggs with fruit - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Usually not a breakfast person but we enjoyed everything we got! Bacon, hash browns, granola yogurt, and pancakes were delicious. read more

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This place is absolutely delicious for brunch! The crepes were perfectly sweet and the skillet was delicious! I highly recommend the iced pineapple matcha latte. read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Nice clean bright location. I've been looking for a breakfast place down here. The Cali Breakfast Burrito is pretty tasty and healthy. It's a nice combination of bacon, egg, cheese, and avocado without overwhelming flavors. Definitely a recommend in my book. read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - Cali Breakfast Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

We came here on a Sunday morning for some breakfast, as we are not very familiar with the area and this is one of the restaurants that popped up. I am so ungrateful that we ended up here, because that was the best omelette I've ever had! We were seated right away which was very nice, and they have plenty of space both inside and outside. Our server was incredibly kind and very attentive. I ordered the El Fuego omelette and the chorizo it had inside was not only perfectly spicy, but truly delicious. The avocado was perfectly ripe, and the jalapeños added the perfect kick to it. I truly recommend coming here if you get the chance to! read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - El Fuego Omelet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

I found myself in the area with some time to spare last week and decided to stop in for breakfast before work. The ambiance is pretty standard for a breakfast spot, though the tables are spaced out nicely, and they also have a full bar. The service was great. The waitress could tell I was in a hurry, so she made sure to bring the check quickly and offered a box in case I needed one. Overall, I was really impressed with the food and will definitely be returning in the future. read more

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this brunch spot needs more attention! what i got: chilaquiles bowl (half red half green sauce) sweet trio (ft tiki toast, crunchy french toast & cinna-cake) smoked salmon benedict & sope benedict coconut pineapple matcha (seasonal) messy caramel latte first off, their menu is so big!! there's a lot of variety which i love all the food was so yummyyyy and very flavorful! if i hadddd to pick id say the chilaquiles and the cinna-cake were my favs, but i honestly really enjoyed everything, you can't go wrong with any of these dishes the matcha tasted like a piña colada which was yum but there wasn't much matcha taste- still good tho as a drink. the latte didn't have a strong coffee flavor but was a nice drink to have. their smoothies are worth a try!! there is plentyyyy of seating. the space feels nice and open. if you go during the week you will be fine without a reservation, but there might be a wait on the weekend. this is a super solid spot for brunch, i would def recommend!! they have so many options and everything is delish read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - sweet trio, chilaquiles bowl, sope benedict, salmon benedict, iced Messy Caramel Latte, Iced Pineapple Matcha - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Let me give 4 start for now , bc I want to try again sometimes I give 5 and then come back and disappoint. K was there a week ago I ordered chilaquiles half green half red food was great, salsa was real salsa the cold caramel coffee was so good for this hot weather. Service more than great Elder G. Was a friendly and smiling waiter helped with all my needs . Plus and extra there was a guy who I don't know his name but I dropped my drink by accident and this guy promptly fast as he can clean and brought me other drink I was amazed how fast He did!! So great. read more

Oh wow, this is the worst chicken and waffles I've ever had. Not only are the chicken pieces tiny, but the chicken also lacks flavor and is dry. The waffles were okay, but unfortunately, since I got them as takeout, they became all soggy. It does come in a plastic container with vents, but they didn't bother opening the vents. read more

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Great choice for some good breakfast food. A ton of options and everything sounds great! I got the avocado toast and it was what i wanted. Our server was very nice and helpful and the food came out in like 5 minutes, so quick! The booths and seating were super cute and i loved the overall vibe. My only complaint is the price was steep for what it was. I got avocado toast and hash browns and it was $20. The food was good but it wasn't worth the price... read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - Nutella Crepes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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If I could give more stars, I would! Let me begin with saying I don't recall any other restaurant experience where ALL the staff was so nice, welcoming, and accommodating. It didn't feel fake or forced, it was wonderful! Our food came out so quickly, I was confused how they did it. Everything was tasty. I do wish the crepes were cooked a bit more but not a big deal at all. I wish I could come every single day. I also loved that they had vegan substitutes. read more

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Tried out Broken Yolk Cafe for brunch and it definitely delivered a solid, no-frills breakfast experience. Went with the buttermilk full stack, a side of fruit, and sausage patties. The pancakes were exactly what you want fluffy, slightly crispy on the edges, and soaked up the syrup well without getting soggy. Nothing overly fancy, just done right. The fruit was fresh and a nice balance to cut through all the carbs, and the sausage patties had that classic savory, slightly greasy breakfast flavor that hits the spot. Service was quick and the overall vibe is casual and easy...good for a laid-back brunch without overthinking it. It's not trying to reinvent breakfast, but it executes the staples really well. Our server susy was super sweet attentive and overall a really cool girl. Oh and the host staff was awesome too. Overall, a dependable spot when you're craving a classic, filling breakfast. Definitely a step above your Dennys ihop or norms tier. Clean and less of the like homeless / sketchy crackhead demographic you'd expect at those 24 / 7 breakfast & lunch joints. Buenos días mi gente. Have a good one. read more

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We got sat very quickly. Server was kind and helped my family. Who normally take a while to order, to hurry up and make decisions lol which i appreciated. Very few places have gluten free pancakes. It was a nice surprise to be able to have some as well for breakfast Oh grab the ices cappuccino, i got the hazelnut flavor. So freaking yummy read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - Chilaquiles Bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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Decent food. Horrible service! Whoever manages this place should be fired! Missed opportunity.

Elder!!! Thank you, GRACIAS! for the best service. You were awesome! Actually, EVERYONE was awesome. From checking in and being seated before the quoted time, to everyone helping out with our crazy toddler, the food (so good. The pancakes are a must and I love getting my hash browns extra crispy!!) came out quickly. I didn't get an iced latte, but they LOOKED amazing and I will definitely try it next time. The ambiance is lovely and bright and filled with people, but the employees here don't rush anyone and treat everyone well. See you guys soon!! Thanks again! read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - Blueberry Short Stack Pancakes (2) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

This was our first time here. We had heard great things about this place. We live in Riverside so the closest one to us is in Rancho. But we happen to be out this way. The food was amazing. The vibe was great. The only problem we had was with our server. It felt that we were a bother. Her greeting felt forced. She did not give us eye contact while taking our order. I was missing my toast. Did not check on us until I finished my water. And that's when I was able to get her to stop and ask about it. She walked around us multiple times. She catered to the elderly and mostly people who were white that were younger than us. It did not feel welcoming at all. I think we're going to try the other locations as we may be treated better. read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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Food is typical of said establishment. Service in on par. Ambiance is what you'd expect. Would be nice if all the condiment bottle tops were cleaned. read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - Nasty lid crust never cleaned - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Been to the one in costa mesa a few times. Didn't realize they had one on Barranca. Love the food here especially the lemon ricotta pancakes. The service was also fast and efficient. Will definitely be back to this location its much closer. read more

Came in around noon on a Monday. Seated quickly but didn't get water for a while. Ask for water and refill and took a while. Coffee was refilled quick My server recommended me half and half on the egg Benedict which was such a great idea. I asked all the sauce to on the side which was accommodated Food was cooked fast but I got tiny bits of avocado. Tiny! Tomato too. Wasn't how I pictured it. The green sauce was yummy. But I felt I really didn't get what I paid for. I went home and cut myself half a tomato and half an avocado and ate them. :-/ Prob not come again even tho it's a friendly place. read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

The tropical flight (subbed guava for orange) was delicious across the board. Strawberry was my favorite. Super well-balanced, lightly boozy, and each one came topped with fresh fruit that was the perfect finishing touch. The Choose 2 Benedicts were solid. The Border Benedict had a creamy green sauce with carne asada (flavorful, not spicy) and the corn cake soaked up the sauce nicely. The chicken & waffle Benedict was good; waffle slightly sweet but balanced. Hollandaise was excellent. Only wish the eggs were runnier. Biscuits were a bit dry but decent with the peppery gravy. Chicken tenders were very well seasoned. Definitely coming back to try more! read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - Choose 2 benedicts: border (left) and fried chicken and waffle (right) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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I had a great experience here! This location is fairly close to my house, so it is convenient to visit. Our server Miguel was beyond amazing and made the experience a 10/10. Came here on a weekend and they were pretty busy, yet we were seated very quickly! They have a huge menu. Lots of drinks from mimosa flights to coffee beverages. I love the variety here! My iced pineapple matcha drink was really tasty. All of our food was delicious, but MAN those lemon ricotta pancakes sure are next level. Super great spot for brunch! read more

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Had a really nice time here! Came for breakfast with some friends and their two young kids. The place was packed but we got in without a wait. Food was nothing special, but still good with huge portions. They really make it family friendly and they even had a balloon artist for the kids! Fun place to spend the morning with family and friends. read more

This is a wonderful breakfast spot when you can get in with minimal wait. I love how roomy and modern this restaurant is. The food tastes fresh and the service (aka prompt refills on coffee) is awesome the handful of times I've visited. As for the food, it's really nothing too special, just your basic breakfast spread and delicious when you crave it. For all I know it's the same stuff made by Sysco or US Foods. Note: Shy away from this place during graduation season in June! read more

Excellent :D Excellent !! My Sons Decided To Take Myself & My Mom To The Broken Yolk Cafe. We Had The Most Beautiful Time. Tropical Mimosas, The Biscuits & Gravy With Chicken ToThe Mom Omelette, The Chicken Fried Steak, To The Country Skillet. Everything We All Ordered Was Delicious!!! This Place Was Recommended By My 2 Sons, And It Was Perfect, We Had The Best Mother & Grandmother Day Ever. The Service Was Fabulous Our Server Elder Was The Sweetest As Can Be, He Really Took Care Of Us, With Service & Taking A Photo. The Ambience Is Very Bright & Cheerful Plenty Of Seating And Space. This is Our Go To Favorite Spot For Sure. The Menu Is Quite Extensive They Have Lunch Items Too. Yes #1 The Broken Yolk Cafe Is Our Spot!! Thank You For A Beautiful Day Cheers!! read more

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Busy breakfast joint! It was a rainy Saturday morning, and we were looking for a good brunch in Irvine. Unfortunately everything had a crazy wait! Fortunately Broken Yolk had a Yelp wait list we could add our name to, so we shaved off about 10 minutes from our wait time while we drove there. I think we waited about 5 minutes once we arrived at the restaurant. We were seated in a corner booth which was nice and roomy for a party of 3. The food mediocre. I ordered chicken and waffles, and got 4 super dry tenders on top of waffles. Nothing was fantastic imo. I've dined at the HB location many times, and I remembered it being better than this. My mimosa was good though! :) read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - Breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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I've been eating at this place since there was just one location in pacific beach. I won't go back to this one in Irvine again. Manager was great. I wish my waiter actually waited. Ordered the chicken, biscuits and gravy. Whole dish was not very hot, chicken was dry and the biscuit wasn't fresh or warm even at all. Gravy wasn't tasty. If this is the best they can do - it should t be in the menu. Never refilled my bottomless coffee until it had already been empty a whole 10 minutes. Waiter spent much of the time not waiting on us and watching the World Cup. That's fine, but wait on tables too. No one asked how my meal was and I sent an email to the restaurant on Friday and no response yet. read more

Went here for a quick Saturday brunch! Got the famous lemon ricotta pancakes short stack They came in a little late than expected! Benedict was good and classic with hollandaise sauce Good area for seating they have out door seating too! Servers were nice and warm! read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - Lemon Ricotta Pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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The food is good, but I felt like it was a little pricey for what it was. I will still go back, but I wasn't necessarily wow'd.

They now charge a $2 Service Fee every time you use their mobile app to order online and place an order for pickup. It says it's a "digital ordering platform fee". FYI - this is not through a service like DoorDash, Uber Eats, etc. So now have to pay the software fee that Broken Yolk Cafe has to pay to use the online ordering system? Greedy. read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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Overall: A little pricey, but an overall lovely and nice brunch spot! I appreciated the option for the Yelp waitlist. Got the croissant sandwich, which was a much bigger portion than expected (though no complaints here about that). Service: Very nice server and friendly hosts in the front! Got seated quickly and they were very attentive. Ambiance: Very pretty, bright, and open concept. read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

My mom and I were in the mood for some Easter brunch and decided to try this spot after having always driven past it. Even though Yelp said we were 21st in line, we ended up getting seated 5ish minutes after checking in. it's a cute and welcoming spot, though the light above our booth kept flickering in and out (?). I ordered the golden state benedict, my mom got the hash skillet, and we got a side of bacon. The first pass of our meal came out soon after ordering. I say first pass because we had to send 2 of our items back to the kitchen: my hashbrowns (that accompanied my benedict) and the side of bacon. The overarching word to describe our meal is "limp." My hash browns were limp. I don't think I've ever been served limper hashbrowns. I'm not one to send food back to the kitchen (I'll usually just tough it out), but I wanted crispy hashbrowns and these were just not up to par whatsoever. The bacon was also limp and chewy. Our server kindly took both dishes back to the kitchen, and everything came back a bit crispier soon after. My benedict itself was underwhelming. The English muffin was either severely undertoasted or not toasted at all. For me, an English muffin should be over toasted to compensate for the heavy hollandaise sauce, runny yolk, and all the residual moisture in a benedict -- this one was just limp again. The hollandaise sauce was too heavy and was missing some acidity to round out the sauce and balance all the flavours out. The sauce itself was also a tad broken, but that was honestly the least of my concerns. The hash skillet was arguably more mid. I want to say it was a 95:5 ratio of soggy potatoes to corned beef. There was maybe a soup spoon of corned beef hiding under the potatoes. TLDR: bland and mid. Disappointing experience, only made better by the fact that prices are fair. read more

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Went to order online and they tacked on a $2.00 digital ordering platform fee. Pass. We've eaten in house half a dozen times. Half the time it was excellent. The other half sucked. read more

My first time getting it, I thought it was a one time off issue. My second time ordering the chicken wrap (through DoorDash), paying $23 for the wrap. The size is extremely small and the Ceasar salad has no flavor. I'm coming back to add to this review: do NOT get the chicken tortilla soup side, it tastes sour and is chunky like refried beans. read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - $23 chicken Ceasar wrap..... - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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wait here could get a bit long on the weekend during peak hours. theres a good amount of seating inside but some of the tables feel cramped because they're trying to fit as many people in as possible. food was standard for brunch. i liked their french toast and chilaquiles!! portions are quite large and it was a lot of food to share for 2 people read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - Classic French Toast Chilaquiles Bowl Pancake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Seating was slow. Restaurant was half full. Server took our order for coffee and water. We got the coffee. Slow to take our order. Server said she would refill our coffee. She apologized. Said she was busy. She didn't refill our coffee. I got up and refilled coffee. Only then did another server step in and take over. He was great. Fast service. My father ordered the Kielbasa sausage. They ran out. My fork was dirty. My eggs Benedict was delicious. I was very satisfied with the taste of my meal. Breakfast sandwich was ok. One of my party rated them a 2. Saving Grace was the taste of my meal. I'm wondering if this is a management issue bc the problems were from numerous areas; seating, service, food supply and dishwashing. Bill was slow. We had to initiate much of the service. Btw. The busboy was fast and impeccable with cleaning. I started to ask him for things (like the bill and a clean fork) and it got timely handled. read more

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We went there on a Saturday and it was busy but we got seated within 15 minutes, got our orders in right away and didn't wait very long for our food to come out. It's a bit loud inside with all the people but it is to be expected being a family place. It's clean despite the high foot traffic. I enjoyed the mom omelet and lemon ricotta pancake. The matcha latte was a bit too sweet tho. But overall food here is good. read more

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After all these years this was the first time I have been to this Broken Yolk location and I was happy I did. The breakfast was great. I was feeling gluttonous so I got the chicken fried steak with eggs over medium, home fries and sourdough bread. This was one of the better chicken fried steaks I have had, love the gravy and the batter. Eggs were cooked perfectly. The whole meal was perfect. I even got to try some the buttermilk pancakes, delicious. Nice and fluffy. I will definitely be back. read more

Broken Yolk Cafe - Chicken Fried Steak & Eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California