There are too many good restaurants around to eat "adequate" food. Service was good, reasonably attentive and prompt. Decor: Upscale, well done, but worn seats. No matter what the reservation says, do not arrive after 7:30PM on a weekday. French onion soup: Way too little beef flavor, a little bit too much pepper. 3/5 Marcy's Divine Salad: Sounds much better on the menu than it tastes. Bland. 2.5/5 Rack of Lamb: Adequately cooked, but bland. 3/5 Wild rice with the lamb: Better than the lamb. 4/5 Cedar Plank Salmon: Pretty tasty. My wife and I both liked it. 4.5/5 Mashed potatoes with Salmon: OK, a bit bland. 3/5 String beans with both dishes: Decorative, crunchy, flavorless. 1/5 Warm Bread Pudding: Very tasty, but hotter than hell. 4.5/5 We brought some salmon and bread pudding home, but we won't be going back. read more

I have been coming to Cedar Creek for prob 10 or 15 yrs. The venue is beautifully, full bar, happy hr and outdoor patio that allows you to unwind and enjoy the live music,( I believe live music is Wednesday thru Sat however you can check with them to be sure. They have a casual dining area besides the bar n Patio, along with rooms to rent for special occasions. I like to wear dressy Casual when I visit. The Salmon and rib eye are amazing. They have a nice menu. Happy hr specials are $10. selective appetizers, pesto pizza(my fav) and Nicois salad with pieces of salmon, Beef Tacos are amazing also. I usually fill uo with a salad $10. n appetizer crab n scallop cakes $20. however full menu is offered also. I love this place !! The staff are amazing, especially Genevieve. Always patient and friendly. it gets crowded ! All the staff is great!! Love the beautiful women !! ( no im not Gay ) Highly recommended for brea area. read more

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really wanted to like the place because the staff was very nice and welcoming, but alas this is a food review and i must stay true to...their food. we ordered the ahi tuna sashimi, angus hamburger with cheese, and the soup of the day which was clam chowder. first, the ahi tuna sashimi. what prompted us to order sashimi at an american restaurant was a mystery, and a mistake. right when it came out, the sashimi did not look fresh, and the condiments looked like the main dish instead of the sashimi. there was a huge platter of wasabi in the middle, but no amount of wasabi could save the fish. it was brown at parts and the cut was not what sashimi should look like. we voiced our concerns to the staff and she was kind to switch it to the calamari instead. although the calamari was an upgrade from the sashimi, it was still terribly soggy for a fried dish. the clam chowder and hamburger were not bad, although there was nothing special about the taste other than the fact that it looked like what they are and they tasted how you would expect it to. the meal also came with bread on the house, and it was alright too. it was a little too oily, but the taste was decent. all in all, maybe we should've ordered different dishes but food was mildly disappointing while service was excellent. it seems like a gathering for the elderly and families as the interior is cozy, there are weekly activities like line dancing that are pretty interesting. read more

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Such amazing service from start to finish! I was impressed with the entire dinner experience. The pricing was very reasonable for the quality. I highly recommend the cedar plank salmon and the calamari--both were absolutely delicious. The prime rib is a must, and definitely add the prawns! We will 100% be back. Nice clean restaurant too :) read more

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It was always great place to dine for one , two or a group. Food was perfectly prepared and delicious. Parking is easy for accessibility. The servers were very nice and prompt. The interiors are nicely played out no matter the size of the reservation. My family has dined there numerous times in both dining room or private room for a family celebration. read more

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Just tried this place as part of OC restaurant week. Went here for lunch and was surprised how crowded it was as the restaurant is in an office building complex. I have to say that the food was decent but nothing really stood out. I do have to say that for the price they did give large portions. I spoke with our waiter who was a little overwhelmed with the rush, but he noted that their French dip sandwich is their best thing on their menu. I will probably give them another try when they are not so busy as service was not the best. I even received our bill before we even got all of our food read more

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Second time is the charm. Walked in and the host was very clear with instructions. No reservation but they're all booked so only front patio or bar area left to sit for first come first serve. The server was also more knowledgable this time. Knowing we came for a coupon they knew which food qualified to be redeemable. Manager remembered us from last time we came. Steak on point. Fiancé loved this experience much more. Although it did take awhile for steak to come out (~20 mins) but I am assuming it is because they had a big party going on. Will definitely come back!!!!! Thank you for the better experience this time around! read more

Cedar Creek Inn - New York Steak and Eggs - New American Near Me - Brea, California

This has been one of our favorite happy hours for years. You really cannot beat it. The prices are amazing, the food is phenomenal, and the bar is so much fun. The live music is also great. We always have the best date nights here. The sliders are the best ever. We recently tried the zuni rolls for the first time and we are hooked!! The turkey and cheese combined with the raspberry sauce is fantastic. You also can't go wrong with the pesto flatbread. The service is always wonderful and we will forever be regulars. read more

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We ended up at this location for Mother's Day to celebrate my wife with two of our adult children. The ambiance was nice, and the service was attentive. We ordered the vegi omelet, eggs Benedict, and French toast. The omelette and Eggs Benedict were acceptable, but the potatoes that accompanied both dishes were less than desirable and not really edible. The French toast with fresh berries came with bacon that looked so meager, that they should be embarrassed to charge $26 for this meal, as well as there were exactly 3 berries served with the one piece of French toast. All in all, the server was sweet and pleasant, but we won't be planning on coming back to this establishment. The 3 stars is for the server and ambience and definitely not the food....oh yeah, they charge 3% to use a credit card??? Who pays cash for a $125 meal? Ridiculous! read more

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The food is upper scale and their entertainer Darvy Traylor is an artist like no other. Every song he sings he makes his own and he knows 'em all!!! The bar design is a little difficult and could use a redesign so on nights of entertainment building support posts are not in the way. A tri-annual dust cleaning would be prudent and some upholstery padding for skinny bottoms is due. Table tops are a dash sticky from cleaners. Finishes on wood turns waxy and gets soft from the cleaners. Usage of only Vinegar and hot/warm cloths to clean & disinfect will extend the lifetime and is sanitary. (Classics Refinishing & Reupholstery) in Orange [Top Tier quality]) The "early bird" bar menu is awesome and their desserts are top tier along with an amazing staff from kitchen to floor servers! The bartender Genovese is above and beyond and everyone loves her and her bar help Willie back there gets a 2-thumbs up too! My wife, thoroughly enjoys our Wednesday evenings 5-9pm with Darvy!!! His distinct style makes you WANT to tip his "appreciation jar". Being an early music venue here is a plus for a complete Eve of premium food, drink & entertainment for the non-weekend crowd. NOTE: Friends, some of the previous concerns are mine too but management IS charged with the success of this venue. Give 'em a chance to think recent decisions through in consideration and benefits to the customer base and restaurant income. A 5-star venue! read more

Cedar Creek Inn - The MAN of exquisite vocalism! - New American Near Me - Brea, California

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The food was delicious and Teri was an excellent server. I had the French Onion soup and Crab Scallop cakes. My friend had the Salmon and it was very flavorful. I think the only things I didn't like were parking is hard and the room was pretty loud and it was a little hard to hear. Otherwise, I loved it. read more

Cedar Creek Inn - 007 Martini - New American Near Me - Brea, California

The restaurant is beautiful. It's has a bar with outside seating and a dining room. This was my first visit, I had high hopes. I've read the Yelp reviews and they were mixed. I ordered the French onion soup and the fish and chips. We did order the coconut shrimp as a appetizer. The waitress was amazing she did a great job. The coconut shrimp came out hot and with a orange sauce and cocktail sauce. The coconut shrimp was delicious with the shrimp being a good size. The coconut flavor came out. It was one of best I've had. The French onion soup was a disappointment. It didn't have much flavor and the bread they used didn't work for me. The fish was okay but I expected more from a restaurant like this. The fries were very good. We did have coffee and It also was very good. Overall I don't think I'll be coming back. That's the bad side of having a restaurant. One bad experience and you won't be back. read more

Cedar Creek Inn - The entrance - New American Near Me - Brea, California

We were there for a holiday brunch and I was hoping for the meatloaf or some form of it (lunch portion or a sandwich). No meatloaf on the menu. I got a burger and it was decent. The service was good as was the ambience. The coconut cake was delicious. Side note, if you want a whole cake to go, you need to order ahead. I don't think I'd go back for brunch. The menu is limited for my taste. read more

Cedar Creek Inn - Coconut cake was delicious - New American Near Me - Brea, California

I love this place. I love good quality food and this is one of them. I don't like going to places that look good but the quality feels like fast food. That is one of the main reasons I would give a big YAY! To this restaurant the quality is surreal like made by a human not a machine! You know! I feel this place is underrated it deserves by far more. I have been going multiple times and food is awesome every time, service is good attentive people. read more

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We had a dinner party at Cesar Creek. They accommodated 18 of us. The wait staff was amazing, especially for a busy Saturday night. The decor in the restaurant is very simple and warm. The food order was placed and the staff brought out salads and entrees together. No one had to wait an extended amount of time for their food. Each complimented how the food tasted very good and drinks were constantly flowing. Our waitress staff was amazing and made the experience with a large party easy and enjoyable. read more

Had an amazing second visit but will definitely become a regular if the food is always this good! We started with their yummy Shishito Peppers and the best Fried Zucchini I've ever had! The batter was so light and crispy, my mouth is watering just writing this! I had a yummy Lemon Drop Martini, simply scrumptious. I ordered the Cedar Plank Salmon and my hubby had the Ahi Tuna Sandwich, both cooked to perfection! The ambiance was so cute and the conversation kept going so we ordered two of their desserts, Crème Brûlée and only the most amazing most delicious Bourbon Bread Pudding ever! They use real bourbon and can totally taste the difference. The service was friendly and helpful and our waitress kept checking in on us which we totally appreciated. Already counting the days until we can go back! read more

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I was very excited to visit this restaurant today after having not been for about 20 years. Getting back to healthier eating so I ordered the brown derby Cobb salad and cannot believe how disappointed I was. It had no flavor! There were tiny little squares of what I assume was turkey but clearly it was processed turkey, tiny little bacon bits, huge chunks of bleu cheese, and avocado with a dressing that literally tasted like nothing. $22 for a large portion of lettuce and disappointment. read more

My one and only visit here is when we recently attended a retirement party for my sister. The set up was in a private back room area that supported around 50 people (I think). It was a great venue for this! There were several long tables to accommodate everyone. They served several delicious appetizers buffet style, and there was also a table with salad and fruit. Plus an open bar. No one went hungry or thirsty. There was enough room to set up a screen for a slide show. There were some technical difficulties that delayed the start of the slide show, but that always happens. I really need to find time to go back to dine in the restaurant. It's really nice! read more

Cedar Creek Inn - New American Near Me - Brea, California

We came here for our work holiday lunch and it was fantastic! Great ambiance, friendly service, and absolutely delicious food. Highly recommend--will definitely be back! read more

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Though I was warned that the food here was only so-so, I didn't find that at all to be the case. My rack of lamb turned out to be supremely juicy, flavorful, and satisfying. Don't get me wrong, it's very hard to mess up lamb when the meat itself is top tier, but I've seen places where it's been dry, bland, and a total waste of money, This was the opposite of that; every bite killed. And that salted caramel ice cream pie was a rock star dessert. The portion was huge, the combination of flavors was huge, and the impact to my contentment and well-being was huge. That was a much-needed respite from the stresses of the day. The service was pretty good, but nothing too impressive. The place was reverent and comforting but not bourgeois. The ambiance was like visiting a funeral home and having a feast inside. As aforementioned, I was expecting something average coming here but got something more substantially memorable in all the best ways. I could go my whole life eating this lamb and ice cream pie. read more

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To be honest, I'm not sure why our family had never been to Cedar Creek Inn! We recently went as part of the Dine Brea event and were blown away by the tastiness of our food. We all ordered the pot roast and it was honestly glorious. We started with the French onion soup which was legit. Enjoyed our main, and finished off with a slice of their famous coconut cake. I'm not a coconut fan but trusted the waitress when she said she felt the same way about coconut but LOVED this cake. I'm glad I listened because it was SO GOOD. The portion though was enormous so definitely plan on sharing! Will be back to try other yummy items! read more

Cedar Creek Inn - Coconut Supreme Cake Coconut Supreme Cake - New American Near Me - Brea, California

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I went here for a birthday celebration and while the staff was superb the food was not as up to par as expected, especially for the price. Drinks were delicious and reasonably priced! However, the seafood fettuccini was extremely bland and thrown together. The scallops and shrimp had zero flavor and everything tasted like it had been boiled in water. Even the presentation of dish felt thrown together. On the other hand the Cedar Plank Salmon was delicious, the honey maple glaze really saved the dish. The best part of the meal was the coconut cake dessert. Overall the staff and ambience were great, but the food was mediocre. Especially for spending about $370 for 4 people. It makes me sad to leave a bad review, but I hope they work on creating dishes that are packed with flavor and are held to a higher standard comparable to the price point they are requesting. read more

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We visit Cedar Creek Inn once in a while and decided to come back for Restaurant Week as they had one of the better valued offerings. The inside of the restaurant looks nice with lots of stacked stone on the walls and high wooden ceilings that give it an open feel. We were greeted by our server Tom who we immediately recognized since was our server the last few times. He provided great service once again and is a memorable person. We ordered off the Restaurant Week menu and I started with the house salad and she had the French onion soup. I really enjoyed the salad as it was a good size and had a lot of candied walnuts, blue cheese crumbles, and small chunks of apple. It also had just the right amount of balsamic vinaigrette. The French onion soup was unimpressive. It looked like a bowl of broth with no onions with a slice of bread with some melted cheese on it thrown in. You usually expect to see a nice gooey layer of melted cheese covering most of the top of the bowl. Next up was the entrees. I upgraded to the swordfish for an extra $10. It was a nice thick cut of fish and was cooked perfectly throughout and served Greek style with feta cheese and tomatoes on top which I enjoyed. I had a bite of the wild rice which ok but it had an almost grey appearance which kind of made it unappetizing. She had the cedar plank salmon which was good but the potatoes were luke warm at best. The same veggies were on both plates and were just ok. I'm not sure if they were fresh or frozen. For dessert, I had the coconut supreme cake. The cake was nice and moist and not overly sweet and the sweetness of the frosting was just right. She had the Toll House pie. It was a small slice but it was very dense and very sweet so it's a good thing it was small. The main dining room has a lot of booths and there are round tables placed in the space between booths. The table next to our booth was empty until right before we left. When a large party was seated there, the table was so close it felt like they were sitting in our booth. And when we went to leave, we had to have some of the people at the table get up because it would have been impossible to squeeze out of our booth. Overall my food was pretty good and hers was just ok. For this visit, I would give 3.5 stars but I rounded up to four stars since we have had better meals here in the past. read more

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We went there for a birthday party and were put in there "party" room. I went to the bar and ordered a beer. I tried to pay for it but was told it had to go through the attendant for the room. I was given the beer to take to my seat. Shortly afterwards the attendant gave me the bill; $10 for the beer, was a fee for the room, tax, 18% gratuity (even though I got ordered it and took it back to my seat). Total $13.36. Paid with a $20 bill. Received change of $6. I was charged 40% over the cost just because I was in their "party" room. Should have sat at bar and ordered a drink. Sit there a little while and pay, then go to the room. I won't be ordering a drink there again. At least the food was good. read more

Great little spot, but be sure to check your bill. First you are hit with a 3% credit card fee when the bill is dropped without even asking if you are using one. Then there is a gratuity already included without notice. If you don't pay attention too , you might not see it integrated with n, especially when you are still asked for a tip with another 18-20% suggested. This would have been $30+ for tips and fees on a $75 meal. Really????? read more

Cedar Creek Inn - Brea, CA Cedar Creek Inn was the perfect place to celebrate my birthday lunch, thanks to my best friend of over 50 years who treated me to a truly lovely experience. From start to finish, everything was wonderful. I ordered the salmon, which was cooked perfectly--moist, flavorful, and paired with delicious mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables. My friend enjoyed a delightful chicken salad with cashews on a croissant that was both satisfying and beautifully prepared. The food arrived quickly and exceeded our expectations. Our server, Ramon, was incredibly attentive and warm. He offered excellent recommendations and made us feel genuinely cared for throughout the meal--service like his truly elevates the entire dining experience. The atmosphere is welcoming and comfortable, with charming private tables, an inviting bar, and a lovely patio. It's easy to see why my friend and her husband are regulars here; they often enjoy the prime rib and other dinner selections and consistently have great experiences. Overall, Cedar Creek Inn offers outstanding food, attentive service, a relaxed yet polished ambiance, and very reasonable prices. I highly recommend it for a meal you can truly enjoy without breaking the bank. We'll definitely be back! read more

Cedar Creek Inn - Salmon on a plank with mashed potatoes and vegetables. - New American Near Me - Brea, California

It was my first time going to Cedar Creek Inn. Service was quite slow because it was very busy. We had a 5:00 reservation but was not served food until about 7:00. We were a party of 10, so I was very understanding. The food was delicious, and I was really glad I ordered the seafood fettuccine. My dish had so much flavor. I literally ate the whole entire plate in one sitting. Our server was very sweet. She really tried her best to check on us. I just wish that there were more people do help her. This place serves really good food, so it really makes up for the slow service. Many people that attended the gathering told me that they go to this place on a monthly basis. I definitely can understand why. I can't wait to try the other dishes. It seems like everything on the menu is delicious. read more

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Good service and happy we dined during "Breakfast/Lunch" menu time. While I went for lunch I ended up trying on of their "specials". The Oaxaca Scramble" was wonderful- The eggs were nicely spiced and loaded with good stuff - bell peppers, onions, Jalapeños ... Fruit was ripe and sweet and the potatoes were well cooked and seasoned. May have to go back and try that again read more

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12/10/25 We JUST had a spectacular time at Cedar Creek Inn in Brea. We loved the casual - non rushed atmosphere with deliciously seasoned food. We sprung a surprise birthday celebration for a friend, showing up with other former work colleagues. So the excitement level was high. Elizabeth, our server, did everything right making sure everyone was happy, keeping the pace with our meals being served in a timely manner, making sure they were perfectly prepared and served hot. We ate fish and chips, salmon, prime rib and New York steak, and the fabulous French onion soup. We are foodies, and picky, so expressed how much we loved the textures, seasonings, quality and generous portions. Dessert included cream brûlée, ice cream, holiday pie, etc... but the best was the bread pudding. Unfortunately, we were having too much fun so forgot to take photos. Sorry. Until next time!!! read more

Cedar Creek Inn - Fish and Chips Plate Lunch & New York Strip - New American Near Me - Brea, California

First of all, service was horrible. We had a food allergy and the server pretty much did not care or was indifferent to it. I had to repeatedly ask him to hunt down the ingredients, so we didn't have a disaster. He was very nonchalant about the whole thing which in my book is very careless. The food was very traditional, non-exciting and pretty bland. It is pretty dark in the restaurant and the decor very rustic. It was not our choice, but our hosts to come here and it was very disappointing and worrisome that the server did not care about a food allergy. read more

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Love coming here for Darby and his music. The staff is all friendly and food and drinks are good, but boy was I disappointed to hear that the waitress Carrie and the white hair guy don't get to sing with Darby anymore. That was so fun!! I get that you don't want it to become Karaoke night, but these 2 have talent and it really picked up the energy level! Darby is great always! Let Carrie and the Neil Diamond guy sing! Whoever made that call was 100% not in touch with the audience/customers! read more

Cedar Creek Inn - New American Near Me - Brea, California

Cedar creek is usually a great food spot. We've visited for years. Today, they had a quality control issue and served us a piece of what appeared to be moldy bread. They inspected it and said they weren't sure what it was but apologized nevertheless. The black spot penetrated deep into the bread so while I still think it was mold, I guess we'll never know! read more

Brea, CA : Valentine's Day so it was a prix fixe menu. We got in without too much groveling considering it was Valentine's Day. But I can give a decent review because I've eaten at the one in San Juan Capistrano many times. Cedar plank salmon: It has a maple glaze, but it's very light, not sickening sweet. It was cooked to perfection just fall apart on the fork tender. The sides are just sides, but they were good & tasty artichoke risotto and haricot verts. Porcini Mushroom Filet Medallions: Nicely presented and good flavor. It just was very rare when ordered medium. Because it was a busy Valentine's Day, we opted to not send that back and just toughed it out like a caveman. Herb crusted halibut: Very delicate piece of fish again cooked perfectly. Very good, but I'm more of a fan of macadamia crusted halibut. I will find a way for them to put that on the menu. The service was exceptional and excellent, despite the crowd. I wish I got her name, but she was very well-versed in wines and had two long braids in her hair, so you'll know who she is. We had a little chat about wines and I always say: I know a lot about wine only if I know more than you. She brought me a sample of Unshackled and yes, I ended up ordering a glass. It was chocolatey, Oaky, dark fruit, red blend by Prisioner. I will seek out a bottle at Total Wine. Past meals I've had and loved: Braised short ribs-absolute delish, Meatloaf (HUGE portion), , Fish and Chips-crispy enough and plenty Chicken Papaya salad-refreshing. Dined with two or three people and we have always have had a great meal with exceptional service at the Cedar Creek Inn. BTW, it's too bad you can't go to the one in San Juan Capistrano anymore and it had the best ambience of all. Another restaurant has taken it over, and I haven't had the opportunities to try the place. read more

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The kitchen mixed up our steaks. Our server was friendly and attentive. Ambiance was lovely and the company was great. It seems like it can be "hit or miss" at Cedar Creek but we will return for the calamari, wild prawns, cocktails, and live music. read more

Cedar Creek Inn - Taxed on credit card processing fee and suggested gratuity based on sub-total with fee. - New American Near Me - Brea, California

The food, service and atmosphere was great! Just a side note: They charge a 3% service charge if you pay with a credit card. read more

Dirty. Look at the dust. Also, I got the short ribs. Or I got the fat with a tiny bit of meat. I finally got the fat in a pile and the server came by. She wanted to get me something else. I told her no, I finally had found the meat. So she said well I need to show this to my manager. There went the only decent part of my meal. read more

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Went there to try items iff of their party menu and was pleased with the food as well as the service. Will be hosting there!

The experience was very nice. The bar had a nice time and then we all sat down for dinner. I recommend it very much.

Good Wine Pairings on the Menu: - Unshackled Red Blend: Perfect with Prime Rib or Filet Mignon - Heitz Cellar Cabernet: Ideal with Rack of Lamb or New York Steak - Padrillos Malbec: Best with Boneless Braised Short Ribs - Daou Chardonnay: Pairs wonderfully with Seafood Fettucine - Justin Sauvignon Blanc: Delightful with Brie & Pecan Chicken We savored the Sauvignon Blanc with Brie, and it was absolutely delicious! The restaurant exudes an elegant ambiance with bright, open spaces. Our server was cheery and attentive. We sat near the hostess station to the right--an excellent table. I appreciated the diverse menu choices and enjoyed the Monte Cristo. Overall, a delightful experience for my first visit here. Review: Highly recommended! ¡Bon appétit! read more

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Update to my last review, went there for Easter brunch, very disappointing. Ordered the Mexican shrimp cocktail which was a joke, shrimp was previously frozen and soft and mushy ended up sending it back. No bread baskets available, very limited choices for their brunch menu. I ordered the oaxacan egg scramble and that was very lackluster, potatoes were unappealing. Will not come back for Easter brunch again. read more