We were looking for a brunch place that was open after 2pm and this gem on a Sunday afternoon…read more We walked in and while it was kinda busy were helped soon. We ordered all kinds of food and everything we had was good. The restaurant is clean and has a cool vibe, not super Instagramable but not bad. We also got two margaritas they were good and strong! The food was the best part!

Some brunch spots are all hype, while others surprise you with a few standout dishes that make the…read morevisit worthwhile. A weekend brunch with friends brought me to Madre's Whittier, where the menu offered plenty of tempting options--and a few unexpected lessons about ordering seafood. I tried the Ensenada Omelet, loaded with shrimp, salmon, crab, and octopus. Now, I'm a seafood lover, but octopus and I aren't exactly close friends. I asked if it could be removed, but since the seafood mix is pre-made, the octopus had already RSVP'd to the party. The omelet was good, topped with a creamy sauce, but not something I'd order again. The crab appeared to be imitation crab, and while everything was prepared well, it just wasn't a standout for me. The real star? The strawberry pancakes. Delicious! Next time, I'd order those with a side of eggs and call it a win. I also sampled the chilaquiles, and now that's a dish I'd come back for. The Tiramisu Latte was another favorite--not overly sweet and packed with that classic tiramisu flavor I love. A special shoutout to our waitress, Annie, who was attentive, friendly, and made our brunch experience even better. My Verdict: Skip the Ensenada Omelet and build your brunch around the stars of the menu instead. The strawberry pancakes are the must-order item, the chilaquiles are a strong savory choice, and the Tiramisu Latte ties everything together. If you order wisely, Madre's delivers a brunch worth coming back for.

My friend and I got a table right away on a Sunday morning. My dog joined us so we got a spot in…read morethe patio. I thought the menu was a little pricey, but the portion size is good. I got the simple breakfast and swapped the country potatoes for the hashbrowns and they were crispy and delicious. Service was good overall. I would come back.

This is my second time coming here! I love the decor! We went here on a Saturday morning and we…read morewere seated right away. We must have got there at the perfect time because after we sat the lobby got busy! Our server was Tatianna and she was so nice!! We ordered coffee and French vanilla creamer. My husband ordered biscuits and gravy with white toast and I had the Santa Barbara eggs, Benedict and a side of bacon. We didn't wait long for the food to come however, it was not warm. The toast was cold. The food came out cold; however, it was still delicious. With that said we will still return. Tatiana let us know that they are turning this into a dinner place as well so we will definitely be back for that.

This is my go-to spot for Chinese food--never disappoints. The portions are huge, so you definitely…read moreget your money's worth. Their breakfast is consistently good, and the service is always on point. I love coming here on the weekends, sitting down, and just enjoying the atmosphere.

Recently stopped by because I needed some good comfort food and a dose of nostalgia…read more I had a bacon cheeseburger & fries combo which comes with either the soup of the day or a dinner salad. I opted for the soup because it was Friday and they had clam chowder. Soup was decent, typical diner clam chowder with crackers. It could have been a little hotter, but I enjoyed it. The burger and fries were the star though! The burger was juicy and cooked perfectly and the bacon added a great flavor. Fries were crispy and salted well. Almost forgot I also got an egg roll to try because it had been so long since I had one from here. It's huge! Super crispy outside and a nice amount of filling. They give you hot mustard and what I thought was ketchup but honestly I'm not too sure. Either way, they were great mixed together to dip your egg roll into. My waitress was pleasant and attentive which I appreciate. My booth was a bit saggy so I'm going to have to go back again and try a new booth each time till I find the perfect one. Decor still hasn't changed since I've been going here and I love that! Don't ever change!

Jasmine was very friendly, and helpful when ordering food. The food was great, everyone was happy…read morefor a casual family gathering at Black bear Dinner. It is also fun to take a picture by the carved train.

Sometimes in your life you want Fish n' Chips and I've found that one of the best places for this…read moreis Black Bear Diner on Fridays for their All-You-Can-Eat Friday Fish Fry. I've never been disappointed in the quality of the fish on those Fridays I go, especially after they updated the breading to be a more seasoned and crunchy variety. That being said, I've sometimes been disappointed by the service at the usual location I go to as sometimes it's taken ages to get my next piece going and onto my table. There's been more than one occasion where I'll finish a piece and the next one will take 5-10 minutes to get to me. At this location the waitress was awesome enough to get the next piece going well before I'd even started on my current piece. She even had two in the pipeline instead of just the one that I thought was standard practice. As always, the ambience was cool here. It matches every other location I've been to. I think I like the area better. It's part of a much larger shopping area than the my normal spot, but it's well away from the freeway, which means you're getting less of that road weary crowd and more of the people who want to be there. I don't know how often I'll be going to this location because it's kind of far from home, but it's nice to know there are alternatives when I'm feeling like 5-6 pieces of fish and have grown weary of average service elsewhere. Good service is a nice bonus and this one has that in spades over its sister spots.

One of my favorite breakfast spots in Whittier! Met up with…read moremy cousin to catch up over breakfast, and Toast was the perfect choice. We got there without the usual long wait, which was a nice surprise! I ordered the Cali Toast with country potatoes and a Rose Latte, and everything was so good. The Cali Toast is one of my go to orders, and the Rose Latte is definitely worth trying if you're in the mood for something a little different. We sat outside, and the patio has such a relaxing vibe, perfect for lingering over coffee and good conversation. I've been coming here for years, and it's one of those places I always find myself coming back to. Great food, friendly service, and consistently a solid breakfast spot. If you're local and haven't been yet, you're missing out!

There is an ample lot in a shared strip mall. Plenty of parking for breakfast at open on a Sunday…read more They got fairly busy right at/after open. There is more outdoor seating on the covered patio than indoor seating. Both seating areas are nice. The lady who seated us was very friendly and pretty attentive and especially considering she wad handling a lot of other tables. Both the house eggs Benedict and house French toast were good. Was expecting crispy bacon on the benny considering the description, but the only difference from classic seemed to be the avocado. The benny egg and muffin were both collected well, especially the eggs they did a great job on those. Wife didn't like the flavor of the hollandaise sauce, but thought it was fine. She liked the French toast much better. You did not need syrup as the butter cream and chocolate sauce were plenty sweet on their own. Half serving is probably ok for one person, full was nice to share. The bathroom was clean, large, and single person--great for a pit stop before you head out! The mason jar waters were cool. Overall, nice local joint for a peaceful weekend or vacation breakfast. Definitely recommend giving them a try. Will be back sometime.

This food makes me miss my mom. Everything here was amazing and of course we had to take home some…read morehot sopapillas! Belle was our server and she was very polite and she gave some excellent recommendations. I brought my daughter here for the first time and she loved it. We will be back!

We don't come here often. Since we live near the beach. In the past this has been one of my…read morefavorites! I'm from New Mexico and they offer New Mexico style food. Have gone many times over the last 20 years. We went for a special Father's Day meal. Had the stacked green chili enchiladas and the rolled green chili cheese enchiladas. Very disappointed. It all lacked flavor. It didn't taste bad, just no flavor. Had to salt it up for a better taste. It tasted like below average Mexican food. Not New Mexico style. We didn't finish the plates. I asked the waitress if they had changed recipes. She said she didn't think so. I explained to her the lack of flavor. She was very apologetic and comped some our meal. Sad, as it was the only place near us to get authentic New Mexico style food. Unfortunately we won't be back.

Everything went well. Trying to get on a waiting list is impossible. Food is awesome.read more

What could have been a 48 min wait, was a 10 min wait Idk…read moreif the front hostess estimate time was accurate We invited a friend to come experience the wonderful & tasty plates this establishment has to offer. 9/10 he enjoyed his meal & pancakes We opted for the waffle & fresh strawberries +whip , pretty delicious!

Walking in was an experience because it wasn't at all what we expected. At first glance, it feels…read moremore like a cafeteria-style setup, so we weren't sure if it was self-service or a traditional restaurant. The host immediately greeted us with a warm smile, explained that it was a full-service restaurant, and made us feel welcome right away. We were seated almost immediately, which was a great start to our visit. The food definitely lived up to the service. I ordered the chicken plate since I don't eat mammals, and it was flavorful, juicy, and cooked perfectly. My partner ordered the large beef rib. At first, he was surprised because the meat was served off the bone instead of on it, but after the first bite, that didn't matter anymore. The flavor was rich, the meat was incredibly tender, and it quickly became one of the highlights of the meal. One thing you shouldn't skip is trying the different BBQ sauces. They offer three varieties, and each brings something different to the table. My personal favorite was the original it complemented everything perfectly. If you're looking for delicious BBQ with genuinely welcoming service, this spot is absolutely worth a visit. We'll definitely be back.

I have been passing by this place for quite some time and finally decided to give it a try. It…read morereally enjoyed the food here. The atmosphere of the restaurant was amazing and you feel like you are transported to a different era! Kevin was one of the best servers Iv had in a long time, he gets 5 stars!! My wife and I shared the 2 meat plate and added the beef rib bone and a happy hour portion of the brisket fries. I eat a lot and we had a lot left over! The ribs were perfectly smoked and not overwhelming and did not even need sauce on them! The brisket was a little on the dryer side but was still pretty good The beef rib was a little heavy on the pepper for my taste but was still great and not many places offer a Dino sized beef rib The brisket fries were loaded with cheese and brisket and were amazing The Mac n cheese and creamed corn were fantastic however the creamed corn was a little on the sweeter side but was still full of flavor The corn bread is a must to add on! It's not overly sweet but more of a perfect balance of sweet and savory and paired with the special butter, it is perfection! We spent about 100$ total for ALOT of food and had plenty of leftovers. All in all this restaurant does a great job if you want authentic bbq! It's not like Lucille's or Dickeys, this place has real bbq and because of that it will be my new go to for bbq!