I was in town from Miami visiting my sister and her wife. Needed a break from my second current wife and kids."don't get married" We found this place online and yes it's small but definitely worth it . We got there and were able to get fast seating and a table. Portions were greats the food was honestly better than expected.i can't do spicy and this wasn't overly spicy. The customer service was friendly and attentive. If I'm ever in town definitely would come back when I get divorced again. I recommend calling ahead. This place is instagram worthy. read more

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Food was delicious and service was fast and good! I loved the ambiance in the place and it was so peaceful with the classical jazz music! Great place to bring mom, grandma, sister, aunt, or friends! Such a cute spot for breakfast/ brunch! I recommend the French toast and the chilequiles were also so delicious! Would come here again! read more

It's a very small space inside and I've seen that they also places tables and chairs outside too, recently. Before that, it was a really long wait to get inside. But that's understandable. What I didn't like was that the wait wasn't really worth it. The chilaquiles tasted like a watered-down version, little flavor and no spice at all. The eggs and rice were mediocre. I think the only good thing my mom and I had was the french toast but even school cafeterias can make good french toast. At the end, I honestly wished I just went to a Mexican restaurant because I know they wouldnt have messed up the rice this bad. I think if they put as much effort into their food as they did with their interior decorating, then maybe this would have been a 3+ star experience. read more

Mother’s Kitchen - French Toast - Mexican Near Me - Signal Hill, California

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The best chilaquiles ever!? Friendly staff, cute place, parking can just be a little bit unlucky depending on when you go. read more

Mother’s Kitchen - Mexican Near Me - Signal Hill, California

The pink floral Bridgerton inspired decoration is so girly so pink so cozy. We made a reservation and was immediately seated and water/drink order was offered. The steak was very tender. The French toast, off menu, was fluffy. The interior fits about 12 people with sidewalk seating. So it's petite. Overall, nice experience. read more

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We visited Mother's Kitchen on a Sunday at 2 PM. It was a bit busy, but for a party of 2, we got seated within 10 minutes of getting there. We both ordered chilaquiles, I ordered the green and my boyfriend ordered the split of green and red. A couple minutes later, the chef comes out and lets us know that they ran out of the red, so my boyfriend just did all green instead. Once our plates came out, we noticed that our rice was missing. We had to ask the server if rice came with our meal and they said it did but they were out, so we can substitute it with potatoes or hashbrowns. We asked for potatoes. A minute later, the server came back saying they were out of potatoes, but they have fries and hashbrowns, so we got the fries instead. It was a lot to deal with, within a matter of like 10 minutes of sitting down at this restaurant, but I get that we were within 1 hour of closing. It was just a very strange experience to have. On to the food itself, the chilaquiles sauce could have used more spice and salt. It was also weird that the chilaquiles werent topped with any onion or cilantro. I think that would've given it more flavor. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't the best. We would give it maybe a 6.5/10 rating. The fries, however, were veryyy good! I would have rather just had that as my meal than the chilaquiles itself. Overall, our experience was a bit lacking. Maybe we have to come back right when they open so that they don't run out of stuff? Our server was very friendly though, so I don't fault him for anything. 3 stars for being seated quick, the cute decor, friendly service, pricing isn't too harsh, and delicious fries. read more

Mother’s Kitchen - Chilaquiles - Mexican Near Me - Signal Hill, California

This place is the cutest!! It seriously has such a unique vibe and the food matches the attention to detail. It's also a family owned business which I learned through my server. These are types of places we should support. You won't be disappointed read more

I'm not going to lie, I'm more of an Orange County girl. But it's my new mission to find all the local Long Beach hidden gems. And I hit the jackpot with mother's kitchen. This place is locally owned and operated. The owners son, Habid was our waiter and took great care of us. It's also, woman owned. The owner, Ericka also has a gorgeous vintage / antique / shabby chic shop in Long Beach. And this reflects in her gorgeous restaurant decor. (Everything is so pink, including their tacos on taco Tuesday) It's street parking. when we walked in, Habid instantly greeted us and sat us down. We came around 2 pm. They do close at 3 pm. So it's a breakfast, brunch and lunch place. They only have 5 tables. Which fill up VERY fast. I wanted to try a couple different things. So we ordered the - Potato taquitos plate (comes with rice and beans) -Chicken burrito wet style -Chilaquiles (pick what sauce you want, how you want your eggs and what cheese) and comes with rice and beans. -And a side order of home fries with onions and bell peppers (huge portion for the price) We went for mostly lunch items. Although they have some incredible breakfast items (their French toast is very popular) After we ordered all that food, the owners son moved us to a larger table so we would have more room for everything. Which was really thoughtful of him. Seriously, the customer service he provided was amazing Everything came out in a very timely manner, it was the best rice I've ever had. Wasn't overcooked or undercooked, not too salty or spicy. It had the best texture and flavor. Same with the beans. So flavorful and not masked with tons of salt Everything was perfectly seasoned and tasted extremely fresh. The prices are great. Especially for the amount of food you get. The portions are very large. When we asked about the dessert options (they don't have a lot of choices. They have things like cookies and etc.) unfortunately they were out of everything since it was the end of the day As a yelper with a long list of places I want to try, it's hard to pick places I want to try again instead of trying new places. But I 100 percent will make this place a staple. (Can't wait to get my hands on their burger and pink tacos on taco Tuesday) -I'm in love with the decor. It's seriously so beautiful. It would be perfect for a girls day brunch -The food -The prices -The customer service -And love the fact it's family owned and operated. Come support one of Long Beaches hidden beautiful gems read more

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If I'm being honest I don't understand all the bad or less than decent reviews! I am thankful my friend and I had a great experience. It seemed as though this restaurant gets crowded and I had been forgetting to call and make a reservation, so I did a few hours before we came and were able to get one right away for a party of 2 indoors. We went on a Saturday afternoon around 12pm. We did arrive I think half an hour late but they were okay with it! Try to come early to find street parking, we got lucky and found a spot nearby right away. It wasn't that crowded for a Saturday afternoon either, two tables were still available indoors and plenty of seating outside. Service was great, but it did take us a while for us to get our food so we were munching on the tortilla chips forever. The food did turn out so good at least! My friend got the chilaquiles and I got the tacos. I got pollo, asada, and al pastor. All were super good. I did want the pink tacos but those are only on Tuesdays but I was happy regardless. Portions are amazing, we did have to take some of our food home. Indoors was also so beautiful! I recommend coming here for a small cute brunch. It would be difficult for a large party though if you wanted to get seated indoors. I would definitely come back!! read more

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The food here is DELICIOUS !I would recommend going here if you have children.They have the baby Joe pancakes for kids.They are heart shaped!Inside is so pretty !Like a pink flower themed Restaurant. read more

Thought I'd give it a go. As most have stated the place was tiny. Wife ordered the wet burrito with asada. She got it with both the red and green sauce. Green sauce was pretty tart, red was ok. The worse part was the asada, tiny bits burnt to a crisp. Definitely not worth it. I had the chilaquiles and added a steak. I assumed it would have been carne asada or arrachera but I'm not sure what cut it was. Just look at my picture. The egg and steak didn't come on the plate so I threw it together for the pic. Other pic shows how it came separately and man is that a sad steak :( I wanted to try the cafe de olla but it wasn't ready so I can't comment on that. I guess I gave it a try but doubt I'd come back. If you're looking to take fancy pics this is probably your place but if you want amazing Mexican food go elsewhere.... read more

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If you're on the hunt for the perfect girls' brunch spot, look no further than Mother's Kitchen. Just a heads-up: if you're driving too fast, you might miss this cute little gem--but trust me, you'll want to slow down for it. Everything about this place screams "girly" in the best way possible. From the adorable décor to the pops of pink, it's the kind of spot that makes you want to snap a few pictures before your food arrives. There's even a few outdoor tables in pink, perfect for soaking up some sunshine with your mimosa. The food? Good and satisfying, but honestly, the vibe steals the show here. It's more about the aesthetic and experience--a place where you just feel happy to linger and laugh with your besties. And let's not forget our waitress--sweet, stylish, and so attentive, adding that extra sparkle to the whole brunch experience. If you love a place with personality Mother's Kitchen is calling your name. read more

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I felt warm and welcoming vibes as soon as we walked in!!! Charming and very cute restaurant that makes food with lots of love! Ordered the chilaquiles with both red and green sauce, the french toast, horchata coffee on ice, and the Bid Burger! The chilaquiles plate was served with a generous amount of beans, rice, and chilaquiles with eggs over easy. Both of the red and green sauces were on point! I would absolutely order this meal again! The flavorful french toast was served with 4 pieces of toast and fresh fruit and a lightly sweetened cream. The delicious horchata and coffee iced drink was refreshing and served with whipped cream. The Bid Burger was served on a warm and soft Hawaiian bun and the fries were crispy and yummy! Bid was very friendly and helpful, excellent service! I highly recommend this spot, it's a new favorite of mine! There is plenty of street parking! read more

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This is a quaint restaurant tucked away on Orange Avenue in Long Beach and could be easy to miss. Inside is beautifully decorated. Inside has 5 tables and indoors it seats 12 people. Not ideal for large parties but a great spot for a couple since four of the five tables seat 2. Pink and peach florals are draped throughout with candelabra chandeliers. I ordered a breakfast burrito to go. Opening the bag I was pleasantly surprised at the size. Unwrapping it I was a bit disappointed feeling how greasy it was. Not something I enjoyed. I really did like this place and was hoping for a new go to for breakfast. I ate a quarter of it and tapped out. Street parking only but you will not have to walk far. Hours are seven days a week from 7am-3pm Rating based on Decor 5 Food 1 read more

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Upon arrival, the space of this location will surprise you. I thought it'd be a large space, but it was quite small and cramped inside, but they offer outdoor seating on the curb as well. I was quoted a 30 minute wait because my party preferred indoor seating. While waiting, one person arrived saying they called ahead for a reservation of a party of 5/6, which was unfortunate because I wasn't notified about a party that big being ahead of us, the sign in book only showed 2 parties ahead of me with less than 3 people per group. Only one person arrived and took up all that space right away while waiting on their party to arrive, while my entire party waited in the beaming sun. The party eventually arrived at the same time we were sat, which just sucked because my 4 top arrived together and already knew what we'd order. We would've been half way through our meal if they didn't allow that person to sit without their entire party. I think they can improve service and even benefit on a better table/reservation system. However, the food was okay. It was definitely brunch and familiar food, but nothing about it was fresh, unique or even tasted homemade. The sauce on the chilaquiles didn't taste authentic, it tasted like it was from a can. A lot of the food didn't have that home made quality which is what I imagined coming to a small family owned business like this. The theming is gorgeous, and the cafe de la olla was fine, but I do think this place is mostly for the cute vibe and aesthetic. read more

Mother’s Kitchen - Chilaquiles - salsa verde - Mexican Near Me - Signal Hill, California

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The food is delicious! I recommend you to try the breakfast burrito soo good! This restaurant is small with very few tables but other than that the restaurant is beautiful. The service was great really nice! read more

Mother’s Kitchen - Mexican Near Me - Signal Hill, California

I've driven by here many times...today was the day to check it out. This is a tiny little space that seats about 15 people. They are family owned and operated. They serve breakfast and lunch. It is so sweet...everything is pink and roses. The decor is really well done! AND, the food does not disappoint. We had the breakfast sandwich on Hawaiian Bread, with egg, bacon and avocado. It was absolutely delicious. It is served with perfectly prepared French Fries. The young man who waited on us was so attentive and personable. Our whole experience was just delightful read more

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This is me and my daughter's 2nd time here. The first time we came we had a wonderful experience. Loved the place. They had the sidewalk turned into extra outdoor seating this time. So when we checked in for our reservation they asked if we'd like to sit out or prefer indoors. Indoors please!!! There was a little bit of a wait even with a reservation but we didn't mind it. We like the ambiance of the tiny restaurant. Whe I say tiny I mean 3 tables tiny. One table can fit up to 4 or 5c the other up to 3 and the last up to 4. It's a squeeze... but it was soooo cute. It was like a very pink bridgerton tea party like restaurant. read more

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I brought my mom here for her birthday and she had a great time! The drinks were great, horchata and hot coffee. Now the food, wow! It was amazing! It felt like home and the portions were large which is rare to see now a days. The server was so kind too! 10/10! The only thing is that the place is small so it cannot fit too many people at once. We had to wait about 20 minutes for a table but it was no problem. read more

Mother’s Kitchen - breakfast tostadas - Mexican Near Me - Signal Hill, California

Super cute cafe that just opened less than a year ago that offers authentic Mexican food. This place is beautifully decorated with pink lovely roses and chandeliers. Very welcoming vibe and flavors of the food were excellent. I came here on a Tuesday morning, must have the pink tacos for taco Tuesday, I got the pork and asada tacos. The server also recommended their popular chilaquiles. We also ordered the de la Rosa Mazapán original since I also wanted something sweet. My friend and I enjoyed everything, very delicious. Will definitely be back for sure when I'm visiting Long Beach again. read more

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It's a cute little spot in Long Beach. Parking was actually fairly easy to find. I parked right in front. I met with a friend who's an influencer and reviews trendy spots around the county, so this was perfect for both of us to review. Very friendly service. Food didn't take long at all, I was a bit fearful that it might look good for the pictures but was it going to taste good. Surprisingly yes, it was really tasty and flavorful. The steak on top of the chilaquiles was really good. I did ask for no blueberries on top of my french toast and they were still there, however that didn't ruin the experience, it was actually the constant flies buzzing around. I don't know how much the restaurant could really do anything about that. It probably would have been a 5 start without the minor issues. Other then that, I would definitely go back for the breakfast and cute venue. read more

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Now this is a cute restaurant very romantically decorated. It's feminine decor softness you the minute you walk in. Super small, maybe 4 table and can probably sit 15 people max. Food was very good! Mexican flair done right! Fresh ingredients and tasty seasoning. I had the huevos rancheros and the sauce had enough spice and made with jalapeño slices. Parking - a nightmare! You seriously have to resign yourself to park a block away. This is all street parking and I happen to go on street sweeping day Staff- very attentive! Although they can use a second pair of hands. Highly recommended read more

Mother’s Kitchen - Huevos rancheros - Mexican Near Me - Signal Hill, California

Very small location with tasty food. Doesn't have shade on outside seating area. I asked for a kids juice for my son and asked if they had fresh oj, they said yes but it was not fresh oj. The agua de pepino was too sweet but the mole was tasty. Salad was just iceberg lettuce with tomato. Friendly staff but not sure if I'll be back. read more

Mother’s Kitchen - Taquitos plate - Mexican Near Me - Signal Hill, California

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My wife and I just stopped in after driving past this place many dozens of times and wow. It's great. I had chilaquiles with mild red sauce and steak and my wife had pancakes. We also took home a concha. The food was really flavorful and delicious. The service was great, very authentic, efficient, and expedient. They made us feel right at home! My wife, who's the creative in our relationship, thought the place's decor was cute and tasteful. Not overdone. It's a small place so if you plan to go, be prepared on busier days. But they are efficient so people were able to come in, enjoy their time and food without feeling rushed. We were there about an hour or so and enjoyed every minute. It felt longer because we didn't feel pressured at all! Really liked this place read more

Came to eat breakfast here. I ordered joes steak and everything on the plate came out cold. The steak was dry and rubbery. I let them know I didn't like it and it was cold. They took 20% off my bill which only came out to 5$ the plate was 25$. I took one bite out of everything. But if you do go the french toast is tolerable and don't bring a group it's very small. read more

Small restaurant with huge offerings: Friendly and warm customer service Cute French interior Simple menu selections Free coffee refill Good taste like home cooked meal "Your" neighborhood restaurant read more

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Folks here's a hidden Gem in Sugnal Hill. The decor is calming, peaceful, colorful with pink decorative flowers. If you want an adult breakfast and lunch without the loud music and chatter. Smooth jazz is playing. Small but quite. The food is excellent and comes out hot and tasty. A place for a small breakfast meeting. The variety of American and Mexican foods you will enjoy. Come early because they close after lunch. Don't let this place pass you buy. Small parking in the back and there's street parking. read more

My friend and I came here around 1:30 on a Monday and were immediately greeted by George, who was very sweet and welcoming. The service throughout was kind and attentive, which we appreciated. Food: We ordered the chilaquiles, huevos rancheros, and French toast. The chips and salsa were unfortunately chewy and didn't taste fresh. My chilaquiles came out quickly but had crema on them (which wasn't listed on the menu). When I let our server Koi know, she was very understanding and had the dish remade. However, it took so long that by the time it arrived, we had already finished the French toast and my friend had to start her huevos rancheros (which also came out late). The remake ended up being just the chips, cheese, and salsa, so it was disappointing to wait that long. I also had to move my now-cold eggs and steak from the original plate onto the new one. Service: George and Koi (sorry if I misspelled) were both wonderful. They were friendly and did their best to make things right. The issues we experienced weren't due to lack of care from the staff. Ambiance: The restaurant is very small (seating maybe 12-15 people) and unfortunately it was uncomfortably hot inside. The AC didn't seem to be working and with the door left open, flies kept coming in, making it hard to enjoy the meal. The decor was cute, but the overall environment made it difficult to relax and eat. Overall, we appreciated the kindness of the staff, but the food quality and dining conditions were not what we hoped for. Sadly, we don't see ourselves coming back. read more

Mother’s Kitchen - Mexican Near Me - Signal Hill, California

I came here with the girls to have brunch. I got the mild red Chilaquiles and Horchata coffee. Everything was so delicious and tasted like a home-cooked meal. The space was super cute. The customer service was great and the ambience was comfortable to catch up! I would definitely recommend and be coming back read more

Mother’s Kitchen - Mild red Chilaquiles and Horchata Iced Coffee - Mexican Near Me - Signal Hill, California

Super cute cafe with florals and vintage furniture. Friendly staff and very on top of all our needs. Great food and great coffee. read more

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This place is super small but super charming. The decor is great. The outdoor seating is on the sidewalk not quite as enchanting. But the food is solid and very reasonably priced. Breakfast classics with a Mexican twist. read more

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I did not know about this place until today. Definitely exceeded expectations and more! The ambiance is great, charming atmosphere. Welcoming service and hospitality. But the star of the show is the food, everything we ate was delicious and beautifully presented. read more

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This is me and my husband's go to restaurant. We love this place. We've had my niece graduation party there in the patio area outside. We've had my father's 70th birthday there. The food is soooo DELICIOUS. You won't be disappointed. The staff is great and friendly. Highly recommended. :) read more

Very disappointed, I have a history with the owner, where I gladly supported her retail store on Wardlow, many years ago. This was an excellent place to purchase unique and beautiful feminine gifts for my wife, sisters and direct reports. Not to mention referrals to my circle of friends and colleagues!! At the beginning this store languished I would seldom see any other clients. So, I "felt" vested! Service then, was remarkable. Experience now at a 180°. What a huge let down. During our first visit (Restaurant, few weeks ago) I ordered the chicken Mole' and it had a cold center and was either undercooked or had a bruised center that was bloody red. I get it -sh**t happens. My wife's meal was fine. I let the server know and her response was 10% off. I tactfully asked to take it off our bill, (she complied) as I stopped eating and let her know "real" time. Unfortunately, with my positive impression from the past I made a reservations for the following Saturday morning. Saturday.....Lots of passive aggressive BS from the moment we arrived. Our table was taken and I requested them to give me a call when my table would be ready. I was immediately brushed off and told I have your number We'll call you. And guess what, they never called me. So I went back and asked what happened they really had no "honest" excuse other than that they "tried"! No history of any attempted call! No apology, just an unprofessional, way discourteous attitude I wish I had not referred anybody to this company! I am completely perplexed. I'll post pictures if I can find them. Disgusting! Fake and terrible. read more

I stopped by Mother's Kitchen for brunch and absolutely loved it! The atmosphere is so cute and welcoming -- it has that cozy, homey vibe that instantly makes you feel comfortable. I ordered the chicken flautas, and wow... they were delicious! Perfectly crispy, full of flavor, and super satisfying. You can really taste the love in their food. The service was warm and friendly, and the whole experience just felt like a little hidden gem in the neighborhood. I'm already planning my next visit! Highly recommend! read more

This was the best birthday breakfast. I also ran into 2 friends there. The food was very good. Small menu of the tasty breakfast and lunch choices. The service was excellent by the owner's son. He kept coming by to check on us asking it we needed anything else. The ambiance of the restaurant is clean, and very pink and decorated in a vintage theme. You can rent the place out for a private party and even a tea party I will be going back there again, and again. Great breakfast and lunch date. This is a gem to the neighbor. read more

The food was really good I enjoyed the rice and beans from my plate. As well as the chilaquiles they were delicious they did have a different flavor but overall good. The service was great i believe it is a family business. It is a little small inside but they do have seats outside as well luckily we were able to be seated inside and it's really pretty in there read more

Mother’s Kitchen - Chilaquites and Torta - Mexican Near Me - Signal Hill, California

The pictures are an order of chicken mole and chilaquilles with steak . Both items for $18.50. There was an $8 up charge for the steak. The food was very very good, but the avocado on top of my chilaquilles was very hard. Nowhere near being ripe. It was difficult to cut it with a knife. Aside for taking our order and bringing our drinks and food from the servers, there were no more interactions with the wait staff till we were leaving. Beautiful ambiance. read more

Mother’s Kitchen - Mexican Near Me - Signal Hill, California

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My plate was perfection. Chilaquiles w carne asada. Outstanding. Service was great and the ambience is small and cozy. Going back for those chilaquiles though! yum! read more

I came here today for the first time and I was in heaven. The marriage of pinks and rustic Victorian charm were to die for. What the restaurant lacks in size is heavily made up for with its charm and aesthetic. There was only one young lady working the front of the restaurant, but she was super friendly apologetic for not being able to provide a milk alternative for me. I really liked how she gave me space to eat without constantly asking if I needed anything, which can be a bit overwhelming when a waiter/waitress asks you every few minutes. She was attentive but didn't smother, a huge plus in my book. Anything I needed came out in a reasonable amount of time. I ordered the chilaquiles con salsa verde and they were amazing! They genuinely tasted home made. The presentation of the food (which was a huge portion and bang for your buck) was lovely. As a girly girl who is a self-proclaimed foodie, I will gladly be returning to this charming location. read more

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