It's not very often that I say this but I'm going to say it now. I may have had one of the top dining experiences of my life. And it came from a breakfast joint, which is super rare in and of itself. Having lived in Southern California for many many years, I thought I had seen and experienced just about everything in the way of good places to eat. As I was driving around looking for some breakfast, I stumbled across oeb breakfast. And I am so glad I did. For starters, when you walk through the door, the place is bright and Cherry and has just the right amount of whimsy. It's neatly laid out and everything is in full view. It only took a moment my server to come get me at the front and direct me to a table. Let's talk about the service. Having been in the food service industry, I know what it takes to have a great dining experience. Caesar, who was my waiter, took care of me in a level that I have not seen in a very long time. Personable, gracious, accommodating, and helpful are just a few of the words I would use to describe my experience being served by him. I asked for coffee and water and within moments it arrived on my table. Side note, the coffee is off the chain! It is a brand called Umbria and it is amazing. After scanning the menu, I opted for the beef bulldogi Benedict with the beef Tallow fries. I asked for the fries extra crispy, and ask for my milk to be served with breakfast. If you've read any of my Yelp reviews on breakfast places, you know that that is one of my litmus tests for the accuracy of the order. If I have to ask for my milk after the meal's been delivered, they're not doing their job. Not that I'm picky, for me. It is just a way to determine how good of a listener the server actually is. It didn't take long at all for the food to be delivered. The presentation was absolutely amazing, as we eat with our eyes. First, I have to say that the way the food was plated was definitely a work of art. Once the food was dropped off half of me was going. I wonder if they will remember... And before I could finish my thought Caesar showed back up with the milk. Home run! The food itself was absolutely wonderful, I cannot remember when I have enjoyed a breakfast as much as this one. All the flavors were there, it was perfectly balanced, and was just a pleasant dining experience overall. Bragging on Caesar again, as I was sitting there, the restaurant started to get very busy, he handled himself with such Grace and poise and didn't let the mounting tension frazzle him. Again, I wish this place was in my hometown so I could come here more often, but you can bet that I will be back here multiple times. Bottom line? There aren't many places that I would tell friends they definitely absolutely had to go to. But oeb breakfast is now on the top of the list for me to recommend to my friends. read more

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Came in on a busy Mother's Day morning. Service was really friendly, but our server forgot to give us more chocolate milk after giving us only 1/4 of a cup worth and charging us half off for it. (Did not take a picture of it) Korean Bulgogi Benedict: 7/10 Some parts of the meat wasn't fully marinated from what I tasted. Some of my bites of the meat were flavorful. A little weird to have 2 pieces of spinach as a garnish. Never seen that before. Potatoes were really good. Can't go wrong with those. Short Rib bowl: 8/10 everything in that bowl were amazing together. Banana Cream Pie French Toast: 4/10 this was a miss for me. Nothing amazing about it. The custard part was off for me. Maybe if it was more of a banana pudding, it would be better with the cream. Didn't really taste like a banana cream pie. Green Machine: 10/10! So good and refreshing Chocolate Milk: needed more chocolate. They gave us a cup with it 1/4 filled because they ran out of milk since it was so busy and never came back with more. I didn't want to bother them and ask them about it, but checked the bill and they only charged us half for it... so we just paid for it and left it as is. read more

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We got to try the chilaquiles, breakfast bowls, korean bulgogi benefict, avocado toast, and chorizo hash! All of the food was delicious! What they fell short on was their matcha collection. We tried their pistachio cream matcha, strawberry cream matcha, coconut matcha, and cloud matcha. The matcha was not strong and eventually diluted in a light green unappetizing color. The pistachio cream maycha had good pistachio taste. However, the strawberry cream didn't have much taste as mixing. The coconut matcha was also flavorless. Service was great! Our server was super kinda and fast! The restaurant itself had such great decor and a home-farm vibe. They have a lot of parking in the shared lot across all the businesses in the complex. read more

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I recently visited OEB Breakfast and overall had a really great experience! We ordered a variety to share, so here's the breakdown: GET SHORTY RIB - 5/5 This was easily one of our favorite dishes. The Philly style beef short rib with the brown butter hollandaise was so rich and flavorful, and the cheese curds just brought everything together. Definitely a must order and something we'd come back for. THREESOME! - 5/5 A classic breakfast plate done well. We chose the maple pork bangers with brioche French toast and added fruit. The sausages were solid, but the real standout was the brioche French toast it was SO good with the maple syrup, butter, and fresh fruit. Soft, fluffy, and just the right amount of sweetness. TRADITIONAL - 4/5 Pretty much what you'd expect from an eggs Benedict, but we did love the rosemary ham. The side salad wasn't really the move for us honestly wish we swapped it for the beef tallow fried herb potatoes instead. SHAKSHUKA - 3/5 This one was a bit disappointing. We've had it before and remember loving it, so not sure if the recipe changed, but it didn't hit the same this time. MARKET SALAD - 4/5 A refreshing addition to balance everything out. Loved the combination of fruit, avocado, and goat cheese, but we all agreed it could've used more crunch the smoked almonds were pretty minimal. Service & Atmosphere: Our server was amazing super sweet and very attentive. She caught a hair on one of the plates before it even reached our table and also noticed an error in our order right away. That level of attention to detail definitely didn't go unnoticed. The atmosphere is also really cute and colorful perfect brunch vibes. Overall: Great food, great service, and a fun ambiance. Definitely a spot we'd come back to, especially for that short rib and French toast! read more

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So you're looking for a brunch spot before your beach adventure. Look no further than this delicious diner in Newport Beach. Right on 17th, it's both close to the beach, and other shops in the area! I love coming here early and getting my breakfast fix, and you'll see why, especially after seeing what I got. Walking in, you'll see some super nice and bubbly decor, with white walls, color block designs, and fun little set pieces everywhere. We got sat down, and took a gander at this impressive and extensive menu. I already knew what I wanted, because I always get the same thing, but we had to get something new too, of course! I've never had shakshuka, so that's what we went with! Look at this deep red tomato sauce and those perfect eggs. The dip-ability is absolutely peak, and that bread is perfectly warm and toasty. Sweet and acidic tomatoes, herbaceous oils, and a wonderfully eggy bite tie this dish together and make it delicious! And, of course, my standard, the breakfast bowl: this one being the Gold Digga. I opted for a potato wedge and arugula base, but it comes with hollandaise, poached eggs, cheese curds, and more! It's a breakfast poutine! Can you believe it? Conceptually, I can't lie, it's incredible, and it's executed very VERY well. Well-seasoned fries, peppery arugula, rich hollandaise and curds, and bangin pork! What an insane item to order! And it comes out like this every time! EVERY TIME! Gahhh, I could go on, but the bowl speaks for itself. read more

LOCATION: located off Irvine blvd in a large plaza, plenty of parking but can get busy on weekends or busy times. On the corner of a plaza with plenty of our food shops next door. We came at 10 AM and it was busy. SERVICE: service was great and very intentional. Check too a little while but came by for multiple water and coffee refills and grabbed plates. It is a modern breakfast but feels like a mom and pop shop and plenty of seats outside as well. Came at 10am Saturday and plenty of seats. FOOD: good breakfast, however, nothing that makes it special, French toast was pretty overpriced, too much whipped cream. Bowls were great and delicious and their potatoes are one of the best. I can appreciate that their food is cooked in beef tallow and their eggs are vital organic. The Korean Benedict was a bit disappointing with very thin and burnt meat. Overall, decent breakfast spot. read more

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French Toast Trifle all day!!!!! That French Toast Trifle is soooo good! It has all the bells and whistles for a French toast, and then some! I loved the fresh berries on top. I'm a big fan of the brioche! It's perfect for French Toast. There was the perfect amount of lemon curd in top. I really like pistachios because they add a slight crunch to the texture. This was a well-balanced breakfast item. The torched pavlovas were a nice touch and added a creamy mousse texture on top. This light be one of my favorite versions of French toast. 10/10 My husband loved the pastrami. He said the pastrami had great flavor and was not dry. Sometimes pastrami can be really dry and flavorless. Not this pastrami sandwich! This one was great and very satisfying. 10/10 Service was wonderful. The staff explained the ingredients on the French toast, since I was wondering. I thought the pavlovas looked like marshmallows at first lol I wanted to make sure it wasn't that, because I'm not a huge fan of those. This is a great place for breakfast or brunch! read more

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If you get the Beef Bulgogi Eggs Benedict be sure to ask for it without the tomato jam. It contrasts the flavors to much. If you get the Gnocchi be sure to ask for it cooked well done. Mine initially arrived with the pieces kind of gritty. The dish also has an essence of lemon to it that I didn't care for, but I don't know if that's avoidable. read more

OEB Breakfast - Newport Beach - If you get the Beef Bulgogi Eggs Benedict be sure to ask for it without the tomato jam. It contrasts the flavors to much. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Popular spot for a weekend breakfast/brunch. Plenty of parking within the complex. This is a great place to take your date and or family to. Super casual - flip flop if you like type of a place. Customer service is also great too. Classic breakfast- blueberry chicken sausage, 2 eggs, toast and waffle fries. Yes a huge breakfast portion. Farmer John breakfast - omelette, fruits, toast on top of potato fries. Also a huge portion. You will be stuff for sure! It looks like they have a nice option of mimosas here. You can also get a flight and try a couple. Seems to be a very popular option. read more

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This place was so good!! Definitely recommending the short rib scramble. Also the french toast brioche was really good as well read more

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Went back for breakfast today . Enjoy my coffee & breakfast with nice decoration inside and nice service here. There French fire very tasty& crispy read more

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Arrived around 10:30 on a Sunday morning and were able to be immediately seated outside with our dog. Took a bit for our server to come by, even longer for our waters. Food came out fairly quickly, once ordered, though. The bowl was supposed to be half potatoes (fries), half arugula, but there was only 1 tiny piece of arugula found. The bacon pieces were pretty yummy, but almost too salty. Cheese curds felt more like little melted mozzarella bits, but added a nice gooey texture. The pastrami was really tender, but the croissant (gave more English muffin vibes) looked dark and overcooked. The chilaquiles had a pleasant sweetness to them and the chips had great texture, not too soggy. read more

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I've come here a handful of times and it's generally been a good dining experience. Today, not so much. We waited over 10 minutes after being seated to get offered water. Waitresses walked by and ignored us twice as they walked by to serve other tables next to us. The restaurant was only half full so I'm not sure why the bad service today. The pastrami sandwich was subpar as it had way too much mustard and hardly any pastrami. read more

OEB Breakfast - Newport Beach - Pastrami sandwich ~ way too much mustard and too little pastrami - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Wow! I think I just found my new favorite spot for breakfast! Walking in for the first time I was really impressed by the overall ambience. It's very bright, very colorful, and almost every staff member welcomed me, but it wasn't overbearing like most places. This actually felt warm and natural. The inside has a clean modern diner look. Big open kitchen, nice size bar seating, orange booths, and a lot of colorful shelving behind the counter with bottles, mugs, and decor. It feels lively but still comfortable. Definitely the kind of place you want to sit and hang out for a while. I took a seat at the bar and looked over their huge menu. Today I went for one of their signature breakfast bowls called the Meat-Less To Say and this might honestly be one of the best and most unique breakfast bowls I've had. The bowl came out loaded. Crispy potatoes and greens on the bottom, fresh tomatoes and avocado, cheese curds, then perfectly poached eggs on top covered in a rich brown butter hollandaise with pepper and seasoning. Once you break the eggs everything mixes together and it becomes creamy, savory, a little tangy and really filling without feeling heavy. I also got a chance to meet the owners. They told me they've been here four years and I had no idea. I just moved back to Newport Beach after being gone five years and I told them they're definitely going to be seeing me a lot more. Super nice people and you can tell why the place was packed this morning. Great food, great vibe, and a spot I'll be coming back to often. read more

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This place was pretty good! We enjoyed our meals. However our "poached eggs" were definitely had boiled and not runny at all. Prices were fair and service was good. I found myself constantly adding hot sauce to my dish (short rib bowl) it was missing flavor. I loved the potatoes though! read more

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We have been here a few times for breakfast and the food and service is always very good. I would actually consider OEB my "go to" breakfast place in the area. I've had savory and sweet dishes and both are good. But I always tend to lean savory for breakfast, no matter the place. read more

This is much more than just a "Breakfast Restaurant. I was pleasantly surprised by the many good sounding choices for lunch. My choice was the AHI burger with a bowl of fresh spinach. By mistake I received waffle fries. The friendly waiter quickly apologized, quickly brought my spinach, and told me to keep the fries if I wanted to. Everything was well prepared and well presented. The environment was pleasant and welcoming. Altogether it was a very pleasant experience. read more

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Good food, great service, and chic interior made a wonderful dining experience after a 12-mile run at the Back Bay. Giovanni was the ultimate waiter. He was friendly, helpful, and always attentive. The decor was tasteful, artistic, if not a bit whimsical. So why only four stars? The food was just good. I liked my carbonara gnocchi, but it was a bit salty and not as fragrant as I anticipated. Perhaps my expectation was too elevated from all the glowing reviews. I'll try a different menu item next time. read more

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I came back after a long while because my in laws wanted to get an American style breakfast and since this is my tried and true, I decided to come back. The ambiance is clean and cute as always and the service is always top tier but this time the food was subpar and to be totally honest I'm a little surprised that it's the food that brought the score down! The culprit was the waffle - that waffle was grainy and the almond extract was way too strong in there so that was a huge disappointment. The other dishes were still as good as I remembered, the potatoes were crispy and well seasoned and the blueberry chicken sausages were still amazing. It was disappointing to bring my in laws to this place I guaranteed was delicious but maybe it was just a fluke? Additionally, usually the wait for this place is crazy but this past weekend it actually wasn't crowded at all. I wonder if the management changed and I didn't know about it? read more

We came in around 10 AM on Sunday morning. We sat on the patio which was perfect for us! It's a cute and well decorated space! Fun and whimsical. We ordered crab eggs Benedict, breakfast burrito, and market salad. The salad was great with lots of arugula, blueberries, mango, avocado, toasted almonds. The eggs benny was delicious with lots of crab! Served on croissants with lots of hollandaise sauce and fries. The only thing we didn't like was breakfast burrito. It was just okay, nothing great. The best part of this dish was the blister shishito peppers. We ate all of them! There was a lot of leftover burrito and we brought it home. Service was great! We'll come back and explore more of the menu. read more

The food is UH-mazing. The service is great! So helpful with what to try. Its an open eating area but still good vibes and love the decorations read more

Great spot for breakfast. Everything is tasty. Fortunately they're only a few blocks from my house. I try to eat here weekly. read more

First time coming here on Mother's Day, and we were very happy with the food and the service. Our waiter, Julio, was especially welcoming, helpful, and friendly. They were pretty busy but got us seated quickly after we checked in. My family and I were happy with our food as well as the serving sizes. I would definitely want to come back and try some of their other items! read more

This place has never been on my radar and I'm in this center frequently but I'll definitely be going back. Their food uses very high-quality ingredients and well prepared. Their coffee is absolutely amazing. Our server was great. Great personality and very engaging with us. Also has a nice big dog friendly patio. It's definitely going to be our go to breakfast and lunch spot. read more

Indoor- outdoor cafe, with fusion brunch options. We tried three different entrees: Korean Benny, Short Rib bowl, and Shakshuka. All entrees tasted fine, and were served at a good temperature; they just weren't excellent. Service was also a little slow, although we did eat here during a busy Sunday morning service. I was really excited to try the Shakshuka. I was told it was the owner's recipe. Having eaten Shakshuka in Morocco, I was hoping it would be similar. It was served in a small tagine, with bread on the side. This version had chopped bell peppers and a soupy consistency that was far from the original dish that I love. Overall, I think most people will find something to try here, just don't expect the meal to be amazing. read more

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Came here to meet a friend and wasn't expecting much because it's tucked away in a small shopping center. I was pleasantly surprised! Got the French toast and it was SO delicious. You order at the counter and they bring it out to you- everyone was friendly. The restaurant is cute and there is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Minus one star because it seems a little overpriced for ordering at a counter vs having wait staff. read more

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This is a treasure find! I mean, who would have thought, the location is way towards the end of a plaza in Costa Mesa with other stores beside it. When you enter the ambiance is normal sunlight atmosphere, well studied out floorpan I would say, like it is spread out to accomodate people without it being too tight... Then as soon as you walk in, waiters and waitresses are all smiles welcoming you to be seated with their black shirts written on them "Fill the Soul" pretty cool because that is what the ambiance felt like for me-- like homey cooked meal with a twist of soulish modernized styled way with good presentation and not just boring cooked meal. Oh their coffee... one of a kind! Very crisp taste, fresh and flavorful. Oh and love the humor way they name their menus... I wont say it on here but my older kids have a hard time saying it loud to the waiters so its for u guys to find out-- what I am talking about... The owners I saw them also in the bar helping to make drinks and doing a great service! Oh I want to give Caesar a good shout out for great service and really converses with whomever he serves-- I feel he truly loves and enjoys what he does. Food is great, healthy and just awesome this is our new favorite spot now. Thank you... read more

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Great place for breakfast. Lots of choices and something for everyone. I can definitely recommend the French Toast Trifle, fantastic flavor. Serive was quick and friendly. Nice place to have a relaxing breakfast. Our server, Julio was beyond great, the best attitude that goes a long way to making you feel great. A very uplifting person! read more

OEB Breakfast - Newport Beach - French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Nice breakfast place with a menu full of options. Large portions that could be shared. I had the banana cream pie French toast (6/10) - nice fresh bananas, overwhelming whipped cream (way too much that distracted from the taste), thick French toast, and nice slivers of almonds on top. The flavor overall was not what I would've anticipated for a banana cream pie. We had a friendly server named Guillermo. We sat at the outside patio since it was such a nice day. Our disappointment came as we were finishing up, a different person from the establishment came to us to basically remind us it was Father's Day weekend and they needed the table. Considering we had only been there an hour and 15 minutes and there was still empty tables with no one waiting this seemed pretty rude. Not sure if I would come back after that. read more

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The food was really great, the price on the other hand not so much. Maybe its just me but paying $30 a person for breakfast seems a little bit over the top. The staff was great and the ambiance was also great. read more

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Lackluster food. Definitely not simple American breakfast. Service was good and the ambiance is loud

OEB is a vibrant & bold breakfast spot where familiar classics are driven by a heightened focus on quality and freshness. OEB's service was impeccable, and our server made us feel like family. The signature bowls are the specialties of OEB, and they tasted phenomenal! The Soul in the Bowl was such a hearty mix of nutritious tastes, and each component was seasoned beautifully. The herb potato wedges were insanely flavorful, and the large bacon bits enhanced the combining flavors of the dish. The option to substitute a green for half of the base truly lightened up the bowl. Because of OEB's dedication to selecting the finest produce and ingredients, the reflection of this is noticeable. I will be coming back to try the other signature bowls! read more

OEB Breakfast - Newport Beach - Soul in a Bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Wonderful Experience - Tasty & Generous Portions We had a great visit The Banana Berry was refreshing and delicious, a perfect start. The Chicken Bowl was very good - flavorful and satisfying. The French Toast was a highlight - perfectly done and the portion is generous enough for two to share. Overall, a really good experience. Friendly vibes and definitely worth coming back. Highly recommend بسم الله اوله و اخره read more

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This is the perfect place when one wants to indulge in decadently delicious breakfast or lunch. The food options are impressive and creative and tantalize the eyes and tastebuds. We've been here a few times and really like the... - Lobster scramble: Lobster & shrimp scramble, green onions, American Asiago cheese, brown butter hollandaise. - Get shorty: Fresh cheese curds, Philly-style beef short-rib, bell peppers, red onions, wild & cultivated mushrooms, brown butter hollandaise - French toast trifle: Brioche, lemon curd, market berries, pistachios, torched pavlovas The dishes come with potatoes but you can sub spinach, arugula, or 1/2 potatoes and 1/2 greens. For those who don't want the cholesterol overload, there are plenty of healthier options that look really good. Service is excellent, too. Special shout out to Lucy! read more

Wanted a quick bite to eat. It was a very chill place, not too busy. The service was fast and the food was good. read more

OEB Breakfast - Newport Beach - Burger and get shorty rib - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newport Beach, California

The colors are bright and retro. The ambiance is nice and friendly. Definitely get a good vibe when dining inside or outside. Good service and good food. read more

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As a part of American Airlines dining, we received a list of recommended restaurants. In the list we discovered OEB. So we checked out their menu and headed out the next week. Upon arrival we were very impressed with the interior design. It's bright, open and airy with modern furniture. We were greeted and seated immediately by Cesar who is really into what he does. The food there, even the coffee, exceeded expectations. Eggs Ben arrived perfect. Interesting take on Hollandaise. Herb potatoes were also a hit. The "Don't Even Go There" could double as a desert. It's a crepe stuffed with vanilla custard, berries, banana, fresh whipped cream (piled high), pistachios & almonds, Vermont maple syrup. Lastly, we couldn't leave without trying pancakes. No room for a full or even 1/2 stack. While not on the menu if you ask they will bring you a single pancake. One of the best and most memorable pancakes ever. Of course we'll be back sooner than later. read more

Needed a quick brunch spot in Newport and ended up at OEB. Pretty much everywhere else either had a long waitlist or needed a reservation, so we decided to give it a shot--and I'm glad we did. The vibe was really cool, kind of like a modern retro diner. It felt fun and laid-back, but still clean and bright. We grabbed a table outside, which was perfect since the weather was nice. It was relaxed but still lively enough to feel like a good brunch spot. The food came out pretty quickly and everything we ordered hit the spot. Nothing too heavy, just good, solid brunch food. It felt like one of those places you could pop into for a casual meal without all the fuss. Definitely would go back, maybe even make it a regular spot when I'm looking for something easy and last minute in Newport. read more

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Amazing breakfast! OC hidden gem alert! Must get the lobster and shrimp scramble! Are you one of those people who dislikes how breakfast places always overload you with carbs and don't offer substitutions (or charge you for it)?!? Not here! You can substitute the potatoes for Arugula/spinach, or half greens and half starch! No more carb coma after breakfast. Service is really nice! Not fake, genuine. The only thing I would say needs improvement is that sometimes the food comes out before you even get your drinks. This has happened to us the past two times we visited, but if you're not afraid to advocate for yourself then it's no big deal. read more

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Their potato wedges are out of this world. Very, very crispy, fried in something special. I got the vegetable primavera scramblette, and it was good. My friends tried the vegetable crepe, yogurt, and eggs Benedict. It's cute inside, the ambiance and decor. The service was friendly. We got there Saturday morning at 9:00 a.m., and it was busy. We were lucky to get a table within 10 minutes. It's light and bright inside. There's patio seating as well. After your meal, you can walk around the plaza as it includes Pandor, Afters Ice cream, Fresh Brothers Pizza, Ralph's, CVS, and lots of other stores. If I come back, I'll try the waffles because they looked and smelled so delicious! Cute place to eat and catch up with friends. I would say the crowd included a lot of older folks and a little bit of variety of ages and cultures. read more

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