Food was really delish! You pay first and I decided to tip well in the beginning based on the warm…read moreservice and banking on the reviews and yummy pictures. Went with one of my besties and we picked our seat. He ordered the Nashville hot chicken breakfast sandwich! It honestly looked delish and something I would order. I decided to try to Smoked salmon with a runny egg on top... and we shared a Toffee French toast banana treat which was honestly to die for. I like it more than the smoked salmon. The Lychee sangria pitcher was delish as well and sneaky to share between two because we were pretty litty and chatty after... I like the cute lil vibe inside. Spacious enough and not too crowded for a 12:00pm brunch Sunday noon time with a friend. The only critiques is no one really checked up on us to refill our waters.. and when they did they asked if we were done, but in reality we were still working on the French toast. I would have liked more napkins and utensils to get the fishy smell out to enjoy my toffee French toast so I can be posh and cute :D (and my bestie eventually did ask). I improvised and used my hand hehe. Other than that, I was more than happy with the food and the warm atmosphere. I would come again.

Popping Yolk Café in Hacienda Heights is in the same plaza as Grab a Crab. You can't miss them…read more They are in the corner of the plaza with a bright yellow building. There is plenty of parking in the plaza. This is a fairly casual brunch. They assign you a table, give you menus, but you'll have to order and pay at the front. Not much service after you order and they drop off your food. My boyfriend has their Classic Breakfast ($18.20) and I had their Kimchi Butter Fried Chicken Benedict ($19.20). The food took a while to come out, and they came out pretty spread apart. I noticed with the other tables how one person would be halfway through by the time the other person's food came. My boyfriend's food came out before mines and I told him to eat first but he wanted to wait for me. Both of the meal came with a side salad and potatoes. I was most look forward to the salad but I was disappointed with how overly dressed and sour it was. Very imbalanced. I've been to other Popping Yolk cafes so I know it isn't meant to be this sour. Their plating also makes all the dressing leak onto the rest of the meal. Depending on what you get it can make it soggy and/or change the intended flavor profile. My boyfriend really likes their potatoes here. It's nice and crispy. It can make you full. They overly salted my potatoes so I didn't want much of it either. As for my kimchi butter fried chicken benedict... Mhmm... as a new item I HOPE they are still working through it. They put a kimchi layer directly onto the English muffin making it soggy immediately... Even on the first bite it was already soggy. By the time I was onto the second half, I just removed the muffin because it was inedible. The tasty was good. I liked the flavor combination but the execution was the big issue. The sauce and everything just made the fried chicken soft and soggy too. I want crispiness when I hear fried chicken. Oh yeah! My boyfriend also got a Pepsi ($3.25). On their menu it says the sodas are refillable. The whole time we were there I didn't see staff checking on anyone's refillable drinks. If you're expecting the refill, you might be disappointed. The experience is very casual and lackluster but the pricing is definitely on the high side. I'm not a fan.

On my way to the game, I spotted this place and decided to stop in for breakfast. I'm glad I…read moredid--it turned out to be a great choice. I ordered the steak and eggs. The steak itself was about a 6/10, but the chimichurri sauce really elevated the dish and brought it up to an 8/10 for me. I also had the opportunity to sit outside, which made for a very enjoyable dining experience. There's something nice about having breakfast in the fresh air on a beautiful day. The service was quick as well food came out fast. My server (Tere) was awesome--friendly, attentive, and made me feel welcome throughout my visit. If you're looking for a good breakfast spot with a relaxed atmosphere, I recommend giving this place a try. I'll definitely be back. P.S. It's a bit pricy for two we spent $70

I've never had to beg a business to buy from them, and I will never EVER give money to this…read morebusiness again. My dad is bed bound and he wanted a nice Fathers Day brunch from his favorite place, so I called to make a to go order for him, and they DENIED me coming to pick up food for him "due to the holiday" Never again...heartless company.

The Philly cheesesteak omelette was VERY GOOD! Strong Buy recommendation…read more Wife got denver. Also very good as well

My cousin and her boyfriend took me to this spot, and I have to admit -- the food and service were…read moreabsolutely amazing. I really enjoyed the aesthetic. It's simple but full of character, featuring cholo-style artwork inspired by Blood In, Blood Out, along with actor signatures that give the place a cool, authentic vibe. We were able to sit back, enjoy great company, and have an even better meal. The kids loved the breakfast burrito, waffles, and the classic breakfast plates. I ordered the chorizo omelette, and it did not disappoint -- generous chunks of perfectly cooked chorizo throughout. You can truly taste that everything is made from scratch with fresh ingredients. The country fried steak is incredible as well -- definitely worth trying. There's plenty of parking, including street parking since the restaurant sits on a corner. They offer covered outdoor seating with a gated area and a TV, plus indoor seating if you prefer. I will most certainly be returning. Highly recommend!

This place has fantastic food. Everything ordered (see pic) was amazing. Will definitely recommend…read morethis to friends amd will definitely be coming back. The owner was super nice and accommodating and the staff was so friendly and helpful. Can't wait until my next visit.

There was a long line upon arrival around 10:30a but it went pretty quick. Marcela was great she…read moregreeted us at the door explained how the ordering process works, was attentive with our water and other needs. There's an extensive menu, I ordered the island chilaquiles they were very good, a lot of food two people could've ate from my plate. The buttermilk waffle was delicious. The Hawaiian latte was very tasty as well. Friend ordered teriyaki chicken it was my fave. Will definitely come again. Thank you Marcela!

I used to enjoy this place a lot. But lately they are more careless. They don't return to refill…read moreyour coffee and so it becomes cold real quick. I kept having waiters come to my table with the wrong orders. Also, the table was super small and when they brought our food, the waitress just pushed everything almost dropping one plate and all she said was oopps and walked away. Might have been the worst visit today.

I used to come here in the early 2000s when it was a small mom and pop shop and probably seated…read moreless than 50 people. I just recently came back for the first time since nearly 20 years ago, and so much changed! They expanded and seems like there may be another location as well! The food was better than I remember too! The churro platter was really good, especially with the dipping sauces. The chilaquiles was tasty. The green was on the tangy side just fyi. All the dishes were tasty and I would come back to try more items!

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.

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.

I don't often give 5-star reviews but when I do it's well deserved. Had this restaurant saved in my…read morecollection 4-ever and finally went for a birthday celebration. Could not have been happier. From the moment we walked through the heavy wooden door (fancy!) until we left- the host, the waitress, server, manager and even the owner were amazingly attentive and welcoming. When it's your birthday they put a nice sign at your table and everyone stops by to wish you an amazing bday. They also check in to make sure you're having a good time and enjoying your delicious meal. Now for the food: fresh, al dente and tasty. All adjectives you want running through your mind after the first bitesss. We ordered stuffed mushroom- hot and nicely seasoned. Mushrooms not overcooked and stuffing not overly cheesy. The shrimp linguine another hit with fresh tomatoes and jumbo shrimp with a nice snap. The light seasoning with lots of garlic was just perfect. We also ordered the beef short ribs. My friend said it melted on her mouth and the fresh mash potatoes- just right. Did I mention the portions were huge! Lots of goodies to take with us. To add to the dining experience we watched as patrons steadily came and went throughout the evening. You can tell this is a favorite for many. There were High-5s, handshakes and lots of "Welcome back friends!" Just an overall beautifully decked out neighborhood restaurant with so much heart and soul. I heard that the restaurant has been handed down from their grandparents... I'm sure they would be very proud. Highly recommend.

We went on a Friday and the place was empty. Service was good. The food came out a little long…read morethough even though the restaurant only had us. We ordered the following and enjoyed the food. Short ribs- tasty and meat was tender Shrimp linguine- ok it was super oily Clam linguine- good, tasty Chicken pesto- tastes fresh Bread and butter- the butter we enjoyed very much