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    Broken Yolk Cafe

    3.4 (831 reviews)
    Closed 7:30 am - 2:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Blueberry Pancakes w/side of 2 Link Sausages
    Marnie A.

    Finished with an early follow up eye appointment for MIL and had 1.5 hrs to kill. Decided to take mom out for breakfast and first place that came to mind was Broken Yolk Cafe. Hadn't been back for over 2+ years but pass by it often. Got here at 10-ish am and no lines but there were a handful of patrons. Was greeted warmly by the friendly host and seated in a booth right away. Was served water and we ordered black coffee and green tea. Our server came by after a few minutes and we ordered the American Breakfast- sunny-side up eggs, bacon, crispy hash browns and sourdough toasted bread. MIL ordered the Blueberry Short Stack pancakes with a side of sausage links. Food was served in good time and delicious. The serving was plentiful that we had leftovers to take home. The restaurant was bright, airy, with a good atmosphere. Will try to come back with the rest of my family. Overall experience was great.

    Madeline S.

    I am loving the new winter specials menu at Broken Yolk Cafe. I personally love it here. The service and food are always fantastic. The menu is insane and has literally something for everyone!

    Croissant Breakfast Sandwich with hashbrowns
    JD G.

    I visit my Mom often in So. Cal and this is one of our favorite breakfast spots near her house - it's reliable and consistently good. The service team here is always gracious and check on you frequently to make sure your beverages are topped off and you have all that you need. This visit I had the Breakfast Croissant sandwich with hasbrowns - crispy just the way I like them - they don't cheat you on bacon either - - my mom had the Californian omelette with one of their beautiful fluffy biscuits and a side of bacon. This place is lively and pretty busy most of the time - so you won't be alone - but it still feels cozy. I also highly recommend the club sandwich if you ever stop by and want lunch.

    the portioning for the side of fruit
    Marissa K.

    Arrived to pick up a to go order and the line was out the door. Note, there is no signage on where to pick up to go orders. With only one hostess in sight, I joined the line - at no point did any additional employees greet guests and direct them or provide any information ; everyone was quite confused. There was an order sitting on a counter that I looked at - it was similar to mine but not the same. Actually my 11 year old observed this before I even did. When we finally reach the front of the line there was a lot of confusion from the hostess and a manager and finally, they acknowledge that they gave out my order already and would remake it. No offer of a comp card or apology or timeline provided by hostess. The food came out 5 minutes later, but unusually cold. My daughter was confused how her eggs were so so cold, and again confused at the tiny portion of fruit. Also, now ravenous, we were extremely disappointed they hadn't included utensils to eat with. When we saw the order come up to the counter we had approached the staff and asked "is that for marissa", he made a weird noise at us, but otherwise did not engage in any further forms of communication. I have been in the food industry for two decades and do not understand why this location is consistently so poorly managed and inefficient, each time has been such a disappointment.

    Daphney J.

    Service was great on top of good food. I had the 2 option choice egg Benedict's and it was on point. Food came out about 10-15 mins after and they were catching up at 10am, ihop/denny's interior similar although spacier and high ceiling! Worth the buck

    Coffee ($3.95 x2)
    Darrell P.

    This was my second visit to Broken Yolk Cafe, and, much like the first, it was... just okay. The cafe itself has a laid-back, friendly vibe, with plenty of seating and natural light - definitely a comfortable spot if you want to relax over coffee and linger for a while. Their menu is expansive, with options that cover just about any breakfast craving: pancakes, waffles, burritos, Benedicts, and more. I ordered the Chicken Fried Steak, a classic choice. It came with two perfectly cooked over-easy eggs, but the steak itself was a bit on the oily side. Overall, the meal was fine, portions were reasonable. my order came with hash browns and an English muffin. Photo - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQ&select=ghwgzbhC7QvSnlKa--NaCg AR ordered the Two Eggs Breakfast Special, and she seemed to enjoy it. Her order came with a side of fruit and a biscuit. Photo - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQ&select=yWyVV4D_OcuPrtumE9u60Q Two Coffees - https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=O6EBodP3Fgu_n67efSKnBQ&select=Dvl0OTeCTvwk6-BZLX95aA Our order: Two Eggs ($13) Chicken Fried Steak & Eggs ($18) Coffee ($4 x2 =$8) Total: $42 (+tip) The service was friendly and attentive, and we didn't have to wait long for our food since the cafe wasn't too busy. Our server checked in on us a few times, striking a good balance without being intrusive, which we appreciated. If you're in the area and in the mood for a relaxed breakfast or brunch, Broken Yolk is worth a stop. Prices are "so-so" - our breakfast for two came to just over $50, which feels a bit steep but seems to be the going rate these days. Portions are fair, and the inviting ambiance definitely enhances the experience. While there were some minor food quality issues, it's still a solid spot for a casual meal. Just a heads-up: if you're sensitive to salt or oil, some dishes might be a touch on the heavier side. - Big Aloha! Food: 3 Ambiance: 3 Service: 4 Value: 3

    Berry yogurt parfait
    Celeste S.

    Great food, service was wonderful very clean dining room. Good coffee and juice. The fruit in the parfait was fresh and the rancheros skillet had a good kick.

    Mimosa & Bloody Mary
    Amanda K.

    The ladies at the front were so awesome. Very friendly, happy and helpful. The food was just ok got two eggs over med which were cooked good but was given the wrong toast from what I ordered but didn't want to wait for new. Home potatoes were not great. The Bloody Mary was also all tomatoe juice and warm. Keep trying diff broken yolk locations and I think it's just not my jam for a mediocre breakfast up-charged. Space was open and clean which was nice.

    $16 of food? Nope
    Dennis G.

    Final update: made it back to try again. We got seated and then greeted by our server. From this point on, things were just average at best. Still will not go back. First, for some one who doesn't do carbs or at least tried to not eat a lot of carbs- omelettes are a great way to go. They have a lot of versions and "Make you own" but just as before they're not omelettes. They're folded fried eggs with ingredients dropped in the crease. Large tacos with egg as a shell. Not good. I went with an average breakfast sandwich. $15.50 for two thin small slices of bacon. Bland eggs and barely toasted bread. Got fruit as the side- 3 slices of melons and a single strawberry. Most places will have a variety and enough to eat. We were served juice glasses for water again and waited for 5+ minutes to get a refill. Table next to us, again, were served large glasses. Doesn't make any sense. My wife said it very well- this is a greasy diner playing dress up as nice breakfast stop. It's not for me. I want good service and good food for these prices. Won't be back and I suggest you don't go back. Denny's serves just as good of food (if not better) and gives better service.

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    8 months ago

    Gr8 service gr8 food just expensive. We were happy they were open on Christmas. Omelets are great

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    8 months ago

    Food service in ambience all fantastic should be top rated in the diner category here in Mission Viejo

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    4 months ago

    Food, service and ambience are fine. Opinion is their prices are high relative to similar restaurants with comparable food.

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    10 months ago

    Good breakfast. Enjoy the kitschy shirts on the staff while eating delicious breakfast food.

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    Excellent breakfast's and lunch menu items and service. We return as often as possible.

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    Amazing little coffee shop tucked away in Mission Viejo. It's kind of hidden next to the Hampton…read moreInn and a car wash, located upstairs in the lot. It took us awhile to find the coffee shop, and it was pretty empty when we arrived. The actual spot is cozy, with just a few tables around. We ordered a few items and chilled for a bit. I tried these: Einspanner Matcha Latte - Amazing! I got this with banana cream foam since the worker said it was her favorite, and it did not disappoint! (5/5) Hojicha Fruit Latte - We got this with strawberry, and it was amazing. Great balance and so refreshing. (5/5) Ube Mochi Brownie - They warmed this up for us, and it was so good. Would easily get this again. (5/5) Definitely a hidden gem that not many people know about since it's kind of tucked away. Really good drinks and lots of unique options. A must try!

    I recently went to get my car washed and while I was waiting I wandered into Vivot because I love…read morecoffee. The first thing I noticed when I walked in was this place was packed. I was really excited because if you have this many people in your shop it must be good. The downside, you order on a kiosk. In going through the menu this cafe is more of a matcha/ tea cafe than coffee. I ordered the cold brew with Vanilla Cream cloud. The drink was just ok. The only time that I had any interaction with the employee was when they called my number to pick up my drink. Ambiance 3/5 Drink 3/5 Service 3/3

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    I accidentally posted this on a random, wrong account, so reposting!…read more Paris Baguette is fantastic! The selection is amazing, pastries, donuts, croissants, and more, all beautifully made and clearly fresh. We grabbed a whole box and everything was a hit. My absolute favorite was the s'mores Belgian waffle. The marshmallow and chocolate drizzle on top is so good, and it had that perfect balance of sweet without being overwhelming. The chocolate croissant with chocolate crème in the middle and the powdered sugar-filled donuts were also delicious. I can't stop thinking about them! If you're nearby, it's well worth a stop. Great quality, lots of variety, and friendly service. We'll definitely be back!

    I am writing to report a very disappointing experience my family and I recently had at the 25612…read moreCrown Valley Parkway Ladera Ranch, CA location. The evening before my brother's fiancée's birthday, my parents and I visited the store to order a cake for the celebration. We were assisted by an employee named Aiden. From the beginning, he showed little to no customer service--there was no greeting, friendliness, or engagement during the interaction. Despite this, we continued with the order and specifically requested a fresh cake to be picked up the following day at 3:00 PM. The next day, when my mother and brother went to pick up the cake, my mother noticed that the display cake that had been in the case the previous evening was no longer there. She asked Aiden if the cake he gave them was the display cake. Instead of responding, he simply stared at her and did not answer the question. My brother also noticed the lack of basic customer service and found the interaction very strange and unprofessional. Later that day, we brought the cake home and served it during the celebration. As soon as we cut into it, everyone noticed the cake was very different and tasted horrible. It tasted stale and dry. The strawberries were very mushy and smelled spoiled. None of us finished our cake slices and still have a large portion remaining. The following day, I called the store to explain the situation. A female employee answered the phone and told me she was busy with customers but would call me back shortly to sort out the issue. About 30 minutes later, I received a call back, and it was Aiden again. I explained everything that happened, but once again he showed no concern, empathy, or professionalism. When I asked about my mother's question regarding whether the cake was the display cake, he claimed he "didn't hear" her question. He did not apologize for the experience and simply offered a free slice of cake as compensation. My family and I have purchased cakes from this location several times before and have always enjoyed both the quality of the cakes and the customer service. In fact, my family has owned restaurants and businesses ourselves, so we understand very well how important customer service and quality are in the hospitality industry. This is not the way customers should be treated, which is why this experience was so disappointing to us. This is the first time we have ever had to complain. We were very surprised that a cake we specifically requested to be fresh tasted bad and have been displayed for days. Aiden also mentioned that cakes and pastries can remain out for up to two days, which was concerning given the quality we experienced. We truly loved this location and had always enjoyed coming here in the past. Unfortunately, what could have been a small issue turned into a very negative experience due to the lack of professionalism, communication, and customer care from the manager on duty. Because of this experience, my family and I will no longer be returning to this location in the future. I hope this issue can be addressed so other customers do not experience the same situation.

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    Great place. Great mocha's and matcha drinks. Super friendly. Busy but always a seat available…read more One of my favorites places !!

    I stopped here for a midday pick-me-up on a hot summer day. Although this shop has coffee in its…read morename, it actually has quite a variety of matcha and tea based drinks too! I ordered an iced sea salt jasmine tea (large). I ordered through their website on my way there. When I went in to pick it up, the jasmine tea was waiting in the fridge for me and they topped it with the sea salt foam right before they handed it over, so that the foam would be nice and fresh. Once they add the foam it starts slowly blending with the tea, so I think it's nice that they make it fresh like that. I ordered 25% sweet tea, and it was just right. Honestly I bet even unsweetened would have been good too. The jasmine tea has a very strong floral taste, more so than other jasmine teas I've had at other places, which I think offsets some of the need for sweetness, and the sea salt foam was actually quite sweet as well. It was sweeter foam than 85C Bakery, which is my other go-to place. I enjoyed my drink and I thought the amount of foam they put on top was great (I like a lot of foam). The coffee/tea shop itself seems pretty nice. Although I didn't stay or order food, they do have a nice seating area where I saw a lot of people on their computers, and they have food items on their menu too.

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