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    Mychal's Cafe

    4.7 (197 reviews)
    Closed 7:30 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Corned beef with fancy peppers
    Jaydee D.

    Breakfast 6.13.26 Ordered: pay to counter then ticket number, then find a seat. Got me the corned beef hash, and that was a lot of food, they use really thoughtful healthy ingredients and bf altered his to tater tots, if you're use to canned cornbeef, sodium rich foods then you stepped in the wrong resto. If you are health concious then yes this is a place who cares about employing individuals with disabilities, tho i would call it folks with service the community as one. Service is not bad, but not a place that requires button up and fancy dresses. Better be comfy in a beach attire with sandals is ok. Ambiance is colorful, open, bright with decent things of shoppi g merch hats, sweatshirts, and tees. Bathrooms is a NICE touch, im picky and it's clean!! Thank you !

    Anna P.

    The cashier did a great job taking my order. He had a great speaking voice. The cafe is super cute inside with decor and a nice outdoor area as well. I ordered food to go. It was very fresh tasting. I bought a "no labels" tote bag from their store.

    Waffle
    Kelly W.

    Mychal's Cafe is a gem! Bright, airy, and a great spot for doing a little work, meeting with friends, or treating yourself to some yummy food! The service is friendly, prompt, and caring, as Mychal's staff includes developmentally disabled folks learning new skills, and making some of the most consistently good food in the area. The waffle was perfectly savory/sweet, and served with butter and syrup. However, the breakfast sandwich was the star! Melty mozzarella, pesto, sundried tomatoes on perfectly grilled sourdough, served with a cup of wonderfully acidic tomato soup with a nice drizzle of balsamic. I also see they're applying to serve alcohol, so I see some mimosas in my future! Please make this part of your rotation, if not for the great work they do with the community, but because it's really a great spot to eat!

    Breakfast burrito
    Dee T.

    We went here based on Yelp reviews and it was as if there was divine intervention. . This place reminded us of our special needs daughter as it is a training place for kids with special needs . .The story behind this place is heartwarming! The food was so delicious and obviously made with love. More places need to follow this model!

    Breakfast burrito
    Roy L.

    If I could give Mychal's 6-stars, I would. I love everything this cafe stands for -- empowering people with disabilities and giving them skills in life. We came here on a whim on a Saturday and it was such a great experience. We brought our rambunctious toddler and he was greeted warmly by the staff. The restaurant itself is really large and clean. It was a very family friendly cafe with lots of seating. After reading the few negative reviews, it's clear the people didn't really understand the mission and purpose of the cafe. Yes, you need to be a little more understanding with some of the staff, but if you treat them with kindness and compassion, they return it many times over. The breakfast burrito was large and very filling. The breakfast sandwich was made really well. And the blueberry pancakes were absolutely delicious. And the service was top-notch. We'll be adding Mychal's to our normal rotation and continue to support this incredible cafe. There's a big parking lot in the back of the cafe so parking is super easy. There's a back patio area that's really nice on a beautiful day.

    After church brekkie. Scrambled eggs, potatoes n sourdough toast.
    Toshi I.

    Formerly another healthy food spot, so i was surprised to find out Mychal's is located here. I heard about Mychal's through a friend who frequents this place for breakfast and i love that it's for a good cause. After ordering our breakfast, I checked out the merch in the gift shop adjacent to the restaurant. Such cheerful and pretty canvas bags, tees and hoodies! This place is cute, my food was great and the staff delightful. Parking in the rear.

    Breakfast Burrito with Sausage
    Carolyn A.

    Mychal's Cafe is amazing. Although it has been on the neighborhood for years, I never ventured in until today. I was looking for brunch places with gluten-free options for a visiting friend and Mychal's came up. The food is delicious, ambiance is light and uplifting, and the staff is very friendly. I had the breakfast burrito with sausage (excellent flavor and the pop of green onions really lifted up the heaviness of the rest of the burrito). I particularly loved the salsa that has bright fresh flavors and a very mild heat on the back end. My friend had Mykie's Scramble with bacon, gluten-free bread, and a side of tomato bisque. Her favorites were the jam for the bread, the potatoes in the scramble, and the bisque itself (very herb-y). I also had a French Toast Latte with Oat Milk that was on the sweet side, but expectedly so given that it is called a French Toast Latte. The staff was very attentive and made sure that the order was correct, engaged us in casual conversation, and were able to answer all of our questions.

    Breakfast burrito with avocado
    Cindy D.

    This restaurant has good food and an even better mission of employing students with developmental disabilities to give them an opportunity to learn and develop the skills needed to help them feel empowered and included. We tried the breakfast burrito with avocado and their green smoothie, both of which were satisfying, freshly made and tasty. The tortilla was expertly toasted and inside, the eggs fluffy and well-seasoned. Be sure to try the house made salsa for an extra layer of spice and flavor. Service is efficient, friendly and very attentive. In accordance with their motto, everything is truly "made with love." Please support this wonderful small business.

    Tomato basil (bowl) + butternut squash feta salad
    Pam Y.

    Food was great! I had the Tomato Basil which was really chunky & SO DELISH & the butternut squash salad which was also really great. Parking is in the back off Vanderbilt. Super friendly vibe... they also have t-shirts/caps/baked goods for sale! My aunt took home a whole box of cookies & her daughter bought a cap. We were really tempted :). Highly recommend.

    Breakfast sandwich, cappuccino, berry smoothie
    KD R.

    First, the service - excellent. Everyone is so welcoming and attentive. The food is fantastic, as well as the latte and cappuccino. I really like their berry smoothie too - a real smoothie without a bunch of added sugar. The restaurant is super clean with a relaxing vibe.

    Bio of one of the staff members

    It's great to see the community supporting a restaurant that does so much to encourage and enhance the lives of others. This restaurant was created by a family that dedicated their lives to their daughter that sadly passed away. It was through this loss, that brought awareness of the lack of medical and emotional support available to families with children with special needs. Sometimes we forget or overlook the difficulties some may face, especially with employment. Mychal's Cafe provides an opportunity for those to shine and demonstrate they can do it all. Take a moment from your day and enjoy a meal or just coffee and see what joy you bring to others. Oh yeah, the food is delicious as well.

    Açaí bowl
    Audra N.

    Had breakfast here today. It's a good place for a casual brunch. You order at the counter and they deliver to your table. They have a food variety of breakfast foods and a good assortment of pastries/baked items. We got two muffins and they were delicious. I had the carrot one and tastes just like carrot cake. My daughter had the açaí bowl. The portions are large and my American breakfast came fresh and hot! I didn't love the coffee but would go back for everything else and it supports a great cause.

    E.J. A.

    Came here for a bite to eat for breakfast. Order at the counter. Number given. Food and cutlery delivered to table. Nice food. Good coffee. My only wish is that they refilled coffee at the table instead of having to back up to counter for it. Independent family owned.

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    2 years ago

    This place is a must and worth a special detour for anyone wanting a welcoming experience.

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    2 years ago

    This place is great! I had the chicken panini with a side tabbouleh, they were both delicious! Highly recommended.

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    We are thrilled you loved it and can't wait to welcome you back!

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    2 years ago

    Great service! Wonderful food. Nice staff. Cool spot. I enjoyed the stuffed French toast.

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    2 years ago

    Fabulous, great service, good food. Beautiful cafe! Great service for community. Convenient location.

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    Thanks for coming by Thomas!

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    Love the concept, love the food, love this place. Highly recommend you check out and support

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    Easy parking. Great service and great food! Will be coming back very soon! Was restaurant was very clean and tidy.

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    2 years ago

    I went to the cafe on Friday and had the Avocado toast! The portion size was ample, the coffee hot and space was warm and cozy.

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    (In the voice of George Takei) Oh my! This place is awesome!…read more You walk in to get some coffee and a breakfast burrito and, at first, think maybe you went in the wrong place. It's a super clean looking liquor store at first glance - genuinely nice place! But then you smell and see the magic happening to your left. Greeted with a friendly face and offered a nice cup of coffee then I ordered a Philthy Philly Breakfast Burrito and HOLY COW! This thing must have weighed in at about 2-3 lbs easy! And it was just as delicious as it was heavy. Super cool, simple little spot to grab a coffee and a good breakfast burrito!

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    Ordering counter (Jan 2026)
    Super Wakey (scrambled eggs, sausage, hash browns, american cheese, avocado, lettuce, tomato, mayo on a grilled texas toast)
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    Bread head? I'm 90% bread so I had to get myself in here. Also I was convinced by a friend that…read morethey had the *best* lemonade... so off we go to try it !! I'm a remaining 10% tuna so I ordered their tuna fish sandwich with their lemonade. I came around 6pm so about an hour before closing, there were still people rolling in. It took around 15 minutes to get our food. Lemonade ofc got poured first and we sat at the bar top. Lemonade reminds me a lemon war head. Sour! But not bad. I liked how it wasn't sugary like most typical lemonades. But if you're not fond of sourness then prolly won't be your cup of.... Lemonade. The tuna sandwich. Interesting. Salty. Very salty. But not like im licking salt. But a middle ground of a sandwich and licking salt. If you're a salty savory girl you'll LOVE the saltiness on the sandwich. The tuna is packed with flavor with red onion & celery chopped in it. The cheddar cheese is interesting it's like an unmelted tuna melt. Bread is airy and crispy. The only thing is I walked around & then maybe an hour later I was hungry again. Which doesn't usually happen when I have a sandwich. Service was extremely friendly, I love their vibe in there. Beer is sold here. They have a restroom. Street parking. Definitely bookmarked

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    Cool interior
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    Tornado XL (requested no lettuce or tomato)
    Tornado XL (requested no lettuce or tomato)
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    Big Mike's Philly Steaks & Subs

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    3.9
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    We only discovered Big Mike's after trying the smashburgers at Spread Please in their El Segundo…read morelocation. Since we were craving Philly cheesesteaks, we were excited to find out they also have a Redondo Beach location. I ordered the regular 6" Philly cheesesteak and customized it with grilled onions, sweet peppers, lettuce, tomatoes, and pickles. My husband decided to go for the large 12" Hawaiian Philly, which comes with teriyaki sauce, cheese, and pineapple, and he added mushrooms for an extra $0.75. I requested both sandwiches toasted, and they were still delicious even after the 10-minute drive home. The employee who took our order was especially kind and friendly. I really appreciated that he brought the food outside to me while I was waiting instead of making me come back in when it was ready. After reading other reviews, it sounds like I definitely need to try the garlic parmesan fries with my next sandwich order.

    Updating since my last visit. Staff were friendly ,…read moresandwich and fries were just how I remembered them. Crispy garlic fries and the Philly cheesesteak with hot peppers! So good!! I did try calling ahead a couple times but there was no answer. When I arrived there was one person eating in the restaurant but no other guest. Would have liked to be able to place my order over the phone but all in all it was still a nice lunch.

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    Philly Cheesesteak with lettuce and mild onion and peppers.
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