Stopped by in the morning with my parents to haves late breakfast while my car is being serviced nearby. Our server Tony was phenomenal! Great food and great service. We had the eggs florentine, jambalaya and turkey pesto ciabatta sandwich. We'll be coming back! read more

Can I give leas than 1 star Came in and was given the run around Difficult to get anyone's attention A long time to get seated and served too Failed my birthday muffin too They used to be so good What happened? So disappointing read more

Mimi's Cafe - Front - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Downey, California

Great place to go for breakfast. They have a good selection of breakfast items, I've had a few different ones over the years and they are generally all really good. Their muffins are fresh and delicious. Service is fantastic, our server was very friendly and attentive. Bathrooms were pretty clean as was most of the restaurant. Atmosphere is also nice and welcoming. Overall, very nice spot to have breakfast. read more

I want to start by saying they're a breakfast spot and I dined at Mimi's Cafe for dinner unplanned (it was raining and I was nearby.) I decided to try their dinner menu since I've enjoyed their breakfast in the past. Well, their dinner is just not it. I don't recommend it. Also, the bathrooms need major maintenance. Even my six year old mentioned how dirty they were. Anyway, would I go back? Yes, only for breakfast and they should really update and clean their restrooms. read more

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I came here for lunch with a friend. It wasn't too hard to find parking. However, we had to wait for a table since it seems there wasn't too many employees although there were plenty of tables. Service was good although it was a little slow. The seating was a little tight. We ordered the Crab, Shrimp & Bacon Pasta and Chicken Pot Pie. Both were delicious. There was so much pasta that I was stuffed by the time we were done. Very great spot for lunch with great company! read more

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Just went to Mimi's Cafe this morning. Omg! Amazing! Love the pancake sampler! Very delicious! Very sweet though but to my liking was perfect! Service was fabulous, this young lady helped us. Very attentive and everyone there will pass and said if we needed something. Love the place. Spacious, very nice and like the style! Will definitely be back to try some else from their menu ! read more

This review is based on a catering order for two pans of mashed potatoes and one pan of green beans. I placed the order online the day before and selected a pickup window of 3:00-3:15 PM. I arrived at 3:17 PM, only to find that my order wasn't ready. The hostess checked with the kitchen and came back to tell me that the kitchen manager, Jesus, would start preparing it at that moment. I was confused and frustrated--why wasn't the order prepared in advance for the scheduled pickup time? The pans came out one by one: first the mashed potatoes, then the green beans about five minutes later, and finally the second pan of mashed potatoes a few minutes after that. Altogether, I waited roughly 15 minutes for items that should have been ready upon arrival. These sides were for a potluck for a group of high school students, and the delay caused me to arrive nearly 20 minutes late. This experience was disappointing and unacceptable. Mimi's needs to do better with fulfilling scheduled catering orders. read more

Great food and service . Our server Sean was very attentive and pleasant. The great food quality and service is the reason we always return to Mimis Cafe . I have dined at this location for over 25 years and I always have a positive experience. The french onion soup is delicious. All the servers are always outgoing and ready to accommodate my food order if needed . Hold the mayo, etc.. Thank you Mimis for always giving me a pleasant dining experience. read more

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Good value for breakfast. Service is good. Try the buttermilk spice muffin, cut in half and spread butter ooooffffff... soft, buttery and melts in your mouth. Pain Purdue bfast comes w an orange creme French toast w berry toppings; delicious. The orange creme is not overpowering you might not even taste it and this order comes w eggs and a side of protein. The bacon perfect; crunchy but not all over. The ham was thick and juicy everyone's fav right. Ambiance is a French bakery feel. Wait is usually 20 min or less. read more

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So much food to choose from! I love the seasonal menus too. Love the $7 mimosas and the sweet plates for breakfast. Only one thing to point out, some savory dishes may have a little too much salt for me like the salmon and onion soup. Other than that, the place is very cute inside. Love all the French vibes and service was quick and waiter was kind. Parking can be a bit challenging during busy days but doable. read more

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Service - top-notch. Tony our waiter was superb! And as always the food was amazing! read more

Mimi's Cafe - Yummy-ness - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Downey, California

Had an amazing experience with Tony!! Good was amazing! Service was on point!! It had a lovely nice and calm ambiance. read more

Mimi's Cafe - The new cookie butter muffin is delicious!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Downey, California

I'm extremely disappointed with my experience at Mimi's Cafe on Mother's Day. This restaurant has always been nostalgic for me growing up, which made this experience even more upsetting. I made a reservation for 12:30 PM, but when we arrived, we were still told to wait in a long line. Despite having a reservation, we were not seated until after 1:30 PM -- over an hour later. There was little communication or organization from the staff during the wait. Once we finally sat down, we were informed that only a limited Mother's Day menu was available and that we were required to purchase a full 3-course meal. When I politely asked if I could simply order one item instead, I was told no because "the computer would charge for the full 3-course meal anyway." At that point, we decided to leave. The staff came across as disorganized and rude, and the entire experience completely ruined our Mother's Day plans. Very disappointing experience, especially from a place that held so many good memories for me. read more

Can you believe my capuchino with two extra shots of espresso was $18 and I still had to leave it (as well as their food) the price of the coffee is not even found like that in a better place - specially for being bad type of coffee. The food is still horrible I went to go e it chance again but I don't understand why they are in business read more

I love the look inside. Felt like a little cottage but super spacious and a lot of tables. Good for large groups. Our waitress, Darlene, was awesome. She was able to help us order as the menu is so big and everything looks delicious! She kept our drinks filled and constantly checked on us to see how we were doing and if we needed anything. She was super positive and I just love her energy. I had the bacon avocado omelete, pan per due stuffed french toast and cookie butter muffin. So delicious! I am so full and happy! read more

Pot Roast is not the same anymore. It's more like a Vegetable Beef stew with Mashed Potatoes. I guess that's why they are calling it French Pot Roast The Pot Roast used to be served as a big mountain of Beef that would be so tender that you just pull apart with your fork to eat it. But now the meat is almost shredded and drowned in an overflow of Vegetables and dark gravy. Smaller portion of Beef but the price isn't way over the top. It's a 3 course meal for approximately $30 ... The bread is still the BEST thing ever! The flavor of the Beef and gravy is more bland than it used to be. I noticed the crowd of patrons has even changed. The ambiance reminded me of going to see my grandma in her elderly housing complex. So, it really gave off safe, comfy and grandparent vibes. I love it! Overall, the meal wasn't bad but will NEVER get this again Next time I think I'll get the RibEye read more

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Had dinner tonight. Our server, Darlene was wonderful and kind. The turkey dinner was delicious. Reminded me of Thanksgiving. Everything was clean , relaxing and serene. read more

Came here to celebrate my son's graduation, and the experience was made even more special thanks to Tony. He provided exceptional service from start to finish, making sure every order was perfect and taking the time to answer all of our menu questions with patience and care. He was so attentive and made us feel welcomed and valued. Thank you, Tony, for helping make such an important day even more memorable. read more

When your best friend and mom finds out that you're going to have a brain surgery , they picks you up and takes you to Mimi's Café for breakfast . There's truly nothing that Mimi's café honey Bran muffin can't fix. OK well maybe not a brain aneurysm but seriously it can fix everything else ! Been a loyal Customer for years just because of that honey bran muffin. All Downey girls love the honey bran muffin.! read more

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This is a great location with equally great food. First their French toast is delicious as it is full of flavor and satisfying to the taste buds. They also have a great eggs Benedict as well. The staff is friendly and always helpful. Parking is in the lot. read more

Food was delicious. But the service here is so wonderful. Lety was super nice and so attentive to everyone. Came in for a quick cup of coffee ended up ordering madeleines and a cappuccino (vanilla). Fresh baked muffins are amazing. read more

Mimi's Cafe - cappuccino - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Downey, California

It was my first time here, we were around the area and decided to give it a try. The food was great, service was amazing. Tony was on it since the beginning and gave us lots of time to look at the menu and answered all of our questions. He kept coming over and bringing us stuff without us asking so I loved it! The place is pretty big and it's a pretty quiet setting which is perfect for conversations. I would definitely come back again! read more

The fresh turkey salad sandwich is delicious with fresh chunk turkey breast&served on wheat bread. The side salad was also very good. Our server was excellent. The restaurant was very clean. I'm sure they're french onion soup is delicious. read more

Our waiter Tony, was really good at his job and kind. The breakfast was really delicious and I would definitely recommend coming here to eat at this location. The new Breakfast Steak Sandwich is really good. read more

My experience today was great. Our waiter Rafael was quick and very friendly. He is a great waiter. Our food came out quick and hot. I will return to this Mims's. read more

Mimi's Cafe - Blueberry muffins to go - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Downey, California

Fast service the staff is great! The food takes some time, but they try to make sure that the entire table gets their food at the game time. The pot roast was a little salty, but that's expected for a French chain like this. The French onion soup isn't bad they use a lot of cheese. Out favorite things to get is the carrot rain muffins/ loafs. They are the best warm. It makes a great snack or appetizer for the table. The restaurant is overall pretty quiet. There is a lot of room for big parties and even a private room on the side. read more

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We came to eat at mimi's cafe and Tony was our server, he provided a great wholesome experience with fast and attentive customer service! We'd dine here again! read more

My friend and I had such a wonderful experience at Mimi's Café thanks to our server, Kaylee. From the moment we were seated, she was warm, welcoming, and incredibly attentive. She checked in on us at just the right times, kept our drinks full, and made excellent menu suggestions that we loved. Kaylee's friendly personality and genuine care really made our meal feel special. It's rare to find someone who strikes the perfect balance of professionalism and kindness, but she absolutely does. Our food was great, but her service was what made the visit exceptional. If you're heading to Mimi's Café, in Downey, California, I highly recommend asking for Kaylee--you won't be disappointed! read more

I loved the service and the food. Tony, our server, was great! He was always very attentive and was always ready to accommodate our requests! I'm looking forward to coming back again! read more

Very yummy breakfast! Enjoyed my Salmon Eggs Benedict and caramel macchiato. Shout out to Tony for the awesome service. read more

Mimi's Cafe - Salmon Eggs Benedict and French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Downey, California

They are so so nice. Ordered a buttermilk spice muffin but they didn't have, so they were so kind to replace it w 2 (two) muffins ! Also the food was good read more

One star because I'm 8 months pregnant, came for my first time and 50 minutes into being sat down for breakfast and no waters, my food is not here, but yet my "hot chocolate" made it. It's not even packed to begin with. I rather have gone somewhere else. I cannot believe the insane wait time, and it's only a table of 2. It's insane to wait this long for food. Not only that, there's no update from the waiters. Nothing. Customer service is mediocre. Parking here is also horrible. Food was 4/10 nothing out of the ordinary. Sad for me because I won't come again. read more

This was our first visit to this establishment, and we found it to be nice and cozy with excellent customer service. I ordered the Hibachi Salmon with vegetables and rice, while my wife chose the Walnut Salmon plate with spinach, broccoli, and a baked potato. Our salmon was cooked perfectly, and the vegetables were fresh and delicious. We will definitely be back again to taste their other items. read more

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The peach mimosa, pancakes, and potatoes were fantastic. Efrain is the best server here. So attentive and always amazing.

Great service, very attentive to ur needs! Avocado omelette was great Thank you, Tony! read more

Came here for dinner with my Mom and Son and it was great. Ordered the chicken tenders with fries for the little one and he enjoyed it, especially the ranch. As for myself and Mom we shared the Bacon, Bleu cheese, Walnut Chicken Salad. That salad was everything we didn't know we needed for dinner. We also ordered their Buffalo Wings and they did not disappoint. Our waiter was very attentive and took good care of us. The bread and butter was on point and refills for our drinks too. If you book a reservation through Open table they gift you a box of muffins to show their appreciation. Will be back to try their breakfast! read more

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The service was great but I threw up all the food 3 hours later. What a bad experience. Food poisoning...

Tony was an amazing server and the food was delicious. Always our go to spot when we are in town

Came in with my son (7) for brunch, was seated right away, once the waitress came over and we provided our drink choice she returned with strawberry lemonades that were not good to me, I asked for a sprite and was told all they have was coke products, I declined and opted for nothing to drink. Towards the end of our meal the waitress came and said , "guess what, we have sprite", she further explained that it was in a box in the back and is in a bottle, I said ok because it was in a bottle. When she returned to the table with the drink it was in a glass, which lead me to believe they're pouring 2L sprite bottles in the back.. I used to come to this location a lot years ago but now I see why I stopped.. I wish them nothing but the best but as for me, I won't be returning.. When we arrived the place was basically empty with no patrons. read more

waited in the front for a hostess for about 10 minutes none in sight workers just walking by was so excited to go try this place disappointed.. read more