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    Loaded Cafe

    3.9 (593 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Dogs allowed

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    Entrance
    Melissa L.

    I was surprised the variety of options on the menu and the big shocker was a bakery inside the restaurant. Seating was quick Service was fast Environment was loaded with fun Server was friendly and nice Food came out at a decent time. Unfortunately the food didn't come out as expected. Examples: mozzarella sticks came out uncooked and frozen inside. Eggs came out sunny side but ordered well done sunny side. Overall, the experience definitely worst coming and dining. We had a great time!

    The Pancakes - there was something off with the taste...can't really put my finger on it but it just didn't taste like a pancake.
    Jess A.

    After weeks of seeing Loaded Cafe plastered all over social media, we decided it would be the perfect place to celebrate two milestones: my youngest daughter's high school graduation and my oldest daughter's birthday. Spoiler alert: the celebrations were great. The restaurant was not. We arrived right at 10:00 a.m. and quickly learned that being on time was apparently our first mistake. We stood waiting to be seated while the staff seemed far more invested in helping create Instagram content than helping actual customers. At one point I started wondering if we needed a ring light and a photographer just to get a table. When we were finally acknowledged, they seemed prepared to play a game of "Let's See Where We Can Fit Them." Before being tucked into an already over-crowded section, we asked if we could have one of the larger tables with both booth seating and chairs. They accommodated us, but after waiting around to be noticed in the first place, it felt like we had somehow become participants in our own seating strategy meeting. Then came the complimentary conchas. Listen, I love free food. But these looked less like a welcome gift and more like a witness protection program for yesterday's pastries. We received one large concha and two small ones for a party of four. Nothing says hospitality quite like making your guests do pastry math before breakfast. The menus looked like they had survived multiple breakups, two natural disasters, and at least one custody battle. Coffee took about 15 minutes to arrive. When it finally made its grand entrance, it arrived without cream. After asking for some, I was handed a bowl of creamers that appeared to have been borrowed from another table and was literally dripping with used creamer. I wasn't sure if I should pour it into my coffee or file a health report. We ordered the asada fries and discovered that asking for both green salsa and mild red salsa required paying extra. Apparently we're living in an economy where salsa has become a luxury item. Sour cream was extra too, which would have been fine if it had arrived before we had already eaten half the fries. By the time it finally showed up, the remaining fries had entered their cold-food era. The lone champion of the meal was the pambazo sliders. They looked considerably less glamorous than their Instagram photos, but unlike most of what we ordered, they actually tasted fantastic. Congratulations to the pambazo sliders for carrying the entire restaurant on their tiny little backs. Now let's talk about the burgers. My youngest daughter ordered the "Deluxe Burger." I would love to meet the person who named it because there was absolutely nothing deluxe about it. The burger was so overcooked it had the texture and personality of a hockey puck. If there was a deluxe feature, we never found it. My mom ordered the Chicken Bacon Griller but substituted the chicken for a burger patty because she wanted the sourdough bread instead of a basic burger bun. It was actually a pretty smart idea. Unfortunately, the burger patty arrived so overcooked that most of it remained untouched on the plate. The sourdough deserved a better co-star. The birthday girl ordered a pancake combo and described it as "okay," which may have been the most enthusiastic review given at our table all morning. We also ordered a stack of pancakes that somehow managed to be completely forgettable. They weren't bad. They weren't good. They simply existed. If beige had a flavor, that was probably it. The few times staff checked on us, we mentioned the burgers. Their response could best be described as professional indifference. Then they disappeared again. No refills. No water. No follow-up. No "How can we make this right?" Just a magical vanishing act worthy of a Vegas residency. The final insult came when my high school graduate didn't receive the complimentary graduation dessert we'd seen promoted on Instagram, while the birthday girl received her cake. Don't get me wrong, my daughter deserved her birthday treat. But if you're going to advertise celebrations, maybe celebrate all of them. By the time the bill arrived, we ended up spending $110 and were actively discussing where to go next for food that might actually be edible. I'll admit it. Once I'm hooked by the online buzz, I have to see for myself. Unfortunately, Loaded Cafe ended up being a perfect example of how a restaurant can look like a five-star experience on Instagram and end up being a one-star experience in real life. Loaded Cafe looks amazing online but in real life it was a total buzz kill. Loaded Cafe may be loaded with followers, but our experience was loaded with frustration.

    Mini Rosca De Reyes
    Andrea G.

    I honestly hate having to write this review, but I would hate it even more if someone else had the same experience I did. I ordered the Crunchy Asada Chilaquiles, which are advertised as one of their best sellers. When the dish arrived, the chilaquiles did not look appetizing at all, but I tried not to judge based on appearance alone. Unfortunately, the taste matched the presentation. I'm a huge chilaquiles fan and try them everywhere I can, and sadly these were the worst I've had. The ingredients just didn't work well, and the flavors were unpleasant enough that I couldn't finish the meal. I also ordered a Mazapan Latte and I couldn't finish that either. The latte tased like straight milk with creamer, no hint of Mazapan. What made the experience even more disappointing was something that happened during our visit. I dined here on January 7, just a few days after Día de los Reyes. When we walked in, I noticed every table had a rosca de reyes, which I love. I assumed it was either something you could order or perhaps a complimentary item. Our table was given a small basket of mini pan dulce, so I thought maybe that had replaced the rosca for the day. However, shortly after we sat down, another table was seated and they were served a rosca. I asked them if they had ordered it or if it was complimentary, and they told me it was complimentary. At that point I realized our table had not been offered the same thing. I want to be clear that I can't say with certainty why this happened, but it left me feeling uncomfortable and wondering if assumptions were made about our table. I'm a light-complexioned Mexican dining with a Caucasian friend, and it felt strange that we were the only table not offered the same specialty item during a cultural holiday. WE WERE BEING DISCRIMINATED! How is it that us, the only table with Caucasian-presenting appearance were the only table that were given mini pan Dulce (the regular complimentary appetizer) instead of the specialty Rosca De Reyes all the other tables with Hispanic-appearing-guests were served. That does not sit right with me. DO NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS BASED ON APPEARANCES. I may seem Caucasian but I am 100% Mexican and I love Rosca De Reyes, and wanted my friend to try a Rosca, so I asked another server (ours was on break) if we too could have a Rosca and he brought one out to us. Because of the food and this experience, I don't see myself returning. I will say, however, that the bakery located in the back of the restaurant is cute and offers pastries that looked quite tasty.

    Jennifer G.

    The food was good service was horrible. And it felt that we were not the patrons they wanted in their restaurant as the table directly next to us came after us and got seated and served in a shorter time then us and service was friendly unlike our table. Food was good. And the cafe and sweets amazing which explains the screaming children I heard throughout my experience the vibe was end of the day at a daycare. I loved the matcha and wanted to try more of the baked goods...buuuuut not sure they want me or my family or people who share my phenotype there so there's that...

    Complimentary conchas
    Angela B.

    Came in to Loaded Café for a late breakfast with my daughter. This location splits its facility with Panecito, a Mexican bakery, which is located towards the back. Loaded itself only has inside seating with a modest amount of booths and booth/table combos. Staffing seemed to be minimal, but everyone was friendly and accommodating. They checked on us regularly to ask how the food was and to provide refills on our drinks. My daughter ordered the crunchy asada chilaquiles and I ordered their strawberry almond cheesecake crepes as a combo (adding eggs, hashbrowns, and sausage). The flavor for the chilaquiles was perfect, but the meat was on the chewy side. The combo portion of my meal was standard and hit the spot. We ended up sharing the crepes, which were a nice, dessert-like finish to our meal. The crepes were perfectly prepared with a decent amount of strawberries, cheesecake drizzle, sliced almonds, and whipped cream. Coke fans be aware, only Pepsi products are served here :(

    Chocolate Chip Pancakes Breakfast Combo
    Tony C.

    Great location, good service, & delicious food. Had to take my kids to have some breakfast in between there basketball games. The kids ordered their pancakes, crepes, & stuffed french toasts. All was delicious. Great spot for family breakfast.

    Super Veggie
    Candace M.

    Mixed review here... the host who welcomed us was so friendly and happy - which, is always appreciated! We were told it would be a 10 minute wait, but we ended up being sat almost immediately after we put our name down. The place itself is kind of muggy and a little warm inside, but it's a classic diner. We were given free bread as an appetizer and needed a couple minutes to look over the menu. We put our order in and got to chatting... Realizing 45 minutes had gone by, we still didn't have food and had drank all of our water, with no server in sight. Our food finally came after our server initially brought out the wrong order. We ordered a scramble and the chilaquiles. The chips and cheese on the chilaquiles were so burnt! It looked like it had been under the heat lamp for quite some time. The veggie scramble was actually very tasty and I was so thankful because of how long it took to get it. I would definitely eat that again however, I probably won't go back to this place just because of how long everything took. Over an hour and a half for a simple breakfast... pass.

    Chilaquiles with mild green sauce and sunny side up eggs and refried beans
    Steven M.

    I tried Loaded Cafe after seeing Instagram raves about this being the Mexican Denny's. I found my experience there to be just okay. They serve small sweet conches for their bread basket. The food is flavorful, which was always a plus. The music is at an annoying volume because we were under a speaker, so we ended up moving to another table which was helpful. The service was okay, but the price seemed high for what we got. I think your experience depends greatly on how much you are willing to overspend.

    Country Potatoes
    Samantha G.

    I went to this cafe with high hopes based off the reviews but was sadly let down, when i ordered my meal I substituted my hash browns for country potatoes for an extra $2 which I expected to have seasoned potatoes with bell peppers and onions because usually they have them but I was given a sad and dry breakfast . service was okay , overall a bit disappointed.:(

    Jose was a great server and the food was amazing! I got the menudo and it was great and my husband got pancakes and they were so good!

    Great pancakes, overcooked eggs, average bacon
    Rick L.

    No wait for B fast during the week, but it gets crowded on weekends. Seems to be a younger crowd in the diner"esque" place. While lots of items are $15+ we opted for the weekday special menu. Two nice conchas (baked good) complimentary were a nice touch. Breakfasts are huge, kind of pricey. Pancakes, eggs w bacon was good ($12.99?). Pancakes were fluffy and delicious. Eggs OM were way over cooked, yoke stuck on whites. Bacon just average nothing special. French toast in the value menu was delicious as well. Also a Mexican bakery on site with lots of fresh choices.

    Laura A.

    After much thought the best way to describe this is a Mexican American dinner. It does not give cafe vibes. The food is okay , I tried the chilaquiles with chicken. The chilaquiles have cheese , sauce and hash browns on the side. I want to note chilaquiles plates do not come with any toppings like sour cream , pico de gallo etc hence why this "cafe" gives dinner vibes. This restaurant does not go the extra mile with the plates that are being served or with its service. The service was okay our waitress just took our order , delivered the food and we didn't see her again until it was time to pay. I didn't even get offered a refill on my coffee. If you're looking for quick food and okay service then I would recommend this place. But if you're looking for a brunch , cafe vibe this is not the place. I do want to note , their complementary concha's are delicious!

    Classic Breakfast

    After seeing this pop up on recommendations in what to do in Placentia, I am so glad I came in! I came in early and was seated immediately. Alex took care of me, gave amazing service. I think I got the classic breakfast with a side of hash browns. Food was so good. Price is really great too. Super happy with this place!!!

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    Great service! Food is delicious, large portions! Such nice staff always checking on you.

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    Food was delicious, service was amazing. Complimentary mini conchas was just a plus. :)

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    Amazing service and food! First time here. Ordered breakfast, will definitely come again to try lunch.

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    Delicious food, menudo and crepes are amazing , reasonable prices, and friendly service.

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    Great food and awesome service!! The waiter did an amazing job attending us!! Very clean

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    It could be better just too long a wait for why I received. I have been to other locations but this one is by far the worse slowest

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