The place is such a cute spot. Outside doesn't look so flashy but don't let it fool you. Coming in, the air filled with lively chatter of families and friends over what smells like good home cooking. I loved the decor. (I didn't take photos). It feels like home away from home. Everyone here was friendly. And the staff are so welcoming. The hospitality was beyond. I came here with my mom and we both enjoyed it. My mom had ordered their fresh blueberry muffins and she enjoyed it along with her coffee. I didn't try the muffin this time because I wanted something savory. Next time for sure because it looks delicious. I had ordered the #1 on the menu choice of meat with eggs (any style). I ordered my plate with bacon, eggs over medium, with hash browns styled "Those Hash-browns" which has onions and bell peppers. (Not to be confused with house potatoes fyi). I also had it with a side of toasted sourdough. It had hit the spot for a breakfast plate and the price was very reasonable compared to other breakfast spots. The portions I feel were perfect. I took leftovers home (hash browns wise). I can't wait to come back with more family and friends and be able to just indulge in the yummy items of their menu. 11/10 for me. More than 5 stars to be honest. I'm glad we decided to stop here. read more

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Right off the bat, what surprised me about the Snooty Fox was it's ambience - it's very old-fashioned american. The chairs are old and madr of wood, the wallpaper is a faded, patterned blue. It's not the sort of place you'd expect in Irvine: coming in here feels like visiting an old grandmother's inn. Likewise on a Tuesday morning, most of the patrons seem like they're old regulars. There's an old, patriotic Americana feel to the whole space - and that's not necessary a bad thing. As for the food, I ordered a salsa egg burrito. It came out decently fast and smelled AMAZING. The portion size is more than generous, I didn't even realize the hash brown potatoes the menu mentioned it came with were on the side and not just in the burrito The inside of the burrito is completely filled with egg. In terms of taste, it wasn't one of the best breakfast burritos I've had, but it's still good and very filling. read more

Snooty Fox - Salsa Egg Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

I wanted to stick it in the food it was sooooo GREAT! The French toast was a "naughty bitch" and submitted to my tongue. I LOOOVVVEEE FRENCH TOAST MAMA, AND THIS DELIVERED!!!!! holy conoli I think I had an accident.!!!!! 4/5 cause I'm broke and too expensive. Even tho I didn't pay and my fiancé did. read more

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Found this place on my way back home and I'm so glad I did. The food was delicious and filling, and the whole spot has that old, familiar, mom-and-pop restaurant feel that I absolutely love. I was especially happy to see Mexican plates on the menu that did not miss on flavor, everything tasted fresh, comforting, and made with care. Customer service was spot on too. Everyone was friendly and welcoming, which really made the experience even better. read more

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This is a true classic. Five of us visited Snooty Fox on a Saturday morning and were greeted by a dining room packed with locals. We were lucky to find the only empty table and settled right in. Their coffee tastes like something brewed at home decades ago--simple, comforting, and without any fancy alternatives. The menu, however, offers plenty of choices: melted cheese, runny yolks, hearty portions, and dishes that feel like they were just brought out of a family kitchen. The decor is humble and nostalgic, adding to the old-school charm. During our meal, people kept coming in, and soon there were one or two groups waiting by the door. Still, tables turn over quickly, so the wait isn't too long. It's clear this place is well-loved by locals. A warm, traditional spot that delivers exactly the kind of comfort food you hope for. read more

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The food here is amazing. If you are looking for a homey vibe and a small mom and pop shop this place is it. The server is this older lady and her granddaughter works with her as a server too. They are so nice. Definitely cost efficient as well. Come here for breakfast or lunch this place is delicious. read more

The Snooty Fox is a breakfast institution in Lake Forest. They've been around for a long, long time, 30+ years, serving up hearty home-cooked style American breakfast. My all time favorite is the garden omelette, adding ham with the sourdough. The hollandaise sauce on the top is so good. Other options are also tasty. They've also got a kids menu with some pretty good options. Service is generally pretty good, though they are always slammed on the weekends so be prepared to wait and deal with that. We started calling ahead and getting our stuff to go. The location has that small town diner feel, that has been around since the 80s. By the cash register there are so many pictures of kids and families that have been regulars over the years. It's a classic and if you are looking for classic breakfast- you can't go wrong here. read more

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First timer! Saturday brunch. Waited about 15 mins for a table inside. Friendly, helpful, and efficient staff. Food came out quick and was tasty. We ordered the steak and eggs as well as pancakes. Loved the feel of this place. Enjoyed our experience here. read more

Snooty Fox - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

Ya bruh still goated asf best breakfast spot in the lake Forest Laguna hills area. Ambiance is straight gas. The service is always good and the water is always cold! read more

Snooty Fox - Fox plate or whatever and eggs Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

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Came here for breakfast and almost every table was filled including outside. Even with the busy day, service was efficient. By past 11 am, it became quieter and not too noisy. My family enjoyed what we ordered: the grilled French Toast (four halves) was fluffy with butter and syrup, the 2-egg (sunny side up) with three sausages, a couple of biscuits, and hash browns were deliciously generous, and the Eggs Florentine was incredibly tasty! Overall the meal was satisfying and very filling. Will definitely go back much later in the day for a quieter breakfast. read more

Snooty Fox - French Toasts, 2-eggs plate with sausages, hash browns, and biscuits, Egg Florentine, refillable coffee - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

Hidden gem in Lake Forest, fresh vegetables, and food cooked with the purest raw ingredients. Huge servings; a bit noisy but it's one big family. They don't take reservations so come early on a Sunday morning.. read more

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It was an good experience overall, a very convenient breakfast spot right of the I-5 and Lake Forest Dr. Seating inside only. Clean restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere. It was 2 of us, around 8 am. Not busy, we left around 9 am, and it was pretty busy. Staff could've been a bit more friendly, especially since they were not really busy around 8 am. They seemed to be very friendly with their regular customers though, not so much with new ones like us. Food was good. A bit pricey I would say. I had the Foxy scramble ($17), but the portions are definitely worth it, and the food is delicious. I didn't give them 5 stars because of the customer service. Other than that, good experience overall. Worth coming back! read more

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I had brunch here with my mom and wife. I ordered the eggs florentine, my wife the French Toast and my mom the eggs overeasy with hash browns and sausages. Of the three dishes, I thought the eggs florentine was the best: lots of spinach and hollandaise sauce with the poached eggs. The hash browns were called "those potatoes" on the menu as green peppers are added to the dish. (It's a signature twist on hash browns at the restaurant.) The French Toast and the eggs overeasy with sausages were solid dishes but nothing too special. Our waitress was friendly and efficient --- and very busy as the restaurant was packed. The ambiance was that of a packed, very busy and popular breakfast, brunch and lunch place. I thought the prices were on the high side but otherwise its a good place for a good and filling breakfast. read more

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Service was good but if I were the cook I would be embarrassed to send out the burnt hashbrowns that were on my plate. Probably wouldn't come back if I come back to the area. read more

Snooty Fox - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

Eating out for breakfast or brunch is a rare occurrence cuz while at home I can easily make a yummy breakfast, but when I don't feel like cooking I gravitate to the Snooty Fox. Breakfast is served all day and besides breakfast they have a nice variety of sandwiches and diner options that hit the spot. We typically order the pancakes which are plate sized, super fluffy, and dense. The deep fried french toast has the perfect crunch and doesn't deflate. They cook eggs to order perfectly everytime. I love their roast beef sandwhich with hatch green chili and tomatoes paired with the crunchy onion rings. The staff is awesome, fast, and thoughtful. There tends to be a tiny wait on the weekends but I've never waited longer than 20min. Ambience is awesome for fun loving groups or solo sessions. For reference I give Denny's and IHop 1.5 stars. Snooty fox gets a 3.8 but rounded up to 4stars. read more

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We have been coming here for four generations. Say hi to Mike the owner or Gloria Sr or Gloria Jr. their breakfasts are generous and tasty. Don't miss their omelettes or scrambles or THE FRENCH TOAST! Small, good seats, always worth the wait!! read more

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We've been coming to Snooty Fox for years. Cozy, diner food with good service. Food is always fresh but sometimes service can be a bit slow if they're super busy. Probably the only decent brunch spot that opens until 3pm. read more

Overall good but room for some improvement. Came today for the first time for breakfast. It was packed when we arrived but the wait time for a table only took a few minutes. The table we were seated at wasn't fully cleared yet and the check from the last party was still at the table. The space is a bit tight so as to fit lots of tables but clearly a popular spot! Food was a bit pricey for what it was. I got a breakfast burrito that came out to $22. It was okay, a bit bland but a heavy pour of Tapatio helped. The hash browns seriously needed some seasoning too. For what it was I did think it was overpriced though. read more

Snooty Fox - Bacon breakfast burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

Snooty Fox is the true definition of a classic diner, and it's a place that holds a lot of nostalgia for me. I've been coming here with my parents since I was a child, and it still has that warm, familiar charm. A few of the servers have been there for years, and many of the customers are regulars. Weekend mornings can come with a short wait, but with the steady flow of loyal diners, it's easy to see why. The restaurant has plenty of indoor seating with a few outdoor tables available as well. For lunch, my family always loves the Foxy Chicken Burger and the Super Melt, both are consistently delicious and satisfying. Snooty Fox is the kind of place you return to again and again, not just for the meals but for the comfort, familiarity, and the people who make it feel like home. read more

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Our server was so friendly and nice! And the food was delicious! No crazy loud noises and cool photos of vintage cars. This may be our spot whenever we take our car in for service from now on! read more

Good for basic breakfast food. There is almost always people waiting for a table. The place has a family run ambiance.

Since 1978, this wonderful restaurant The Snooty Fox has been here ! They used to have the most delicious spinach quiche, (hint to bring it back,) but they added new other things to the menu; such as a chorizo egg breakfast. They are keeping up with the times, and the menu is reflecting this. This family owned restaurant, has generational families frequenting it. Once again the food was delicious, and the generous portions will satisfy, even if divided. The food is reasonably priced. In addition, the restaurant staff were extremely positive and attentive. read more

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Been going here since I was a child. The staff are so friendly and food is great. Just wish they had fried chicken and waffles!

Snooty Fox wins again! Brunch is served! Five people ordered big platters of omelettes, eggs, various types of toasts and beverages and all excellent! A great experience for everyone....crowded but good! Total bill just topped $100...not too bad these days. read more

My husband and I have enjoyed this restaurant for years but today we discovered they make the BEST HOMEMADE CINNAMON ROLLS! You must experience them!!! read more

What does the fox say? We haven't the slightest idea, but we went to Snooty Fox in Laguna Hills for some no frills big-ol' American Breakfasts. When we say no frills, we mean it. It's not a fancy schmancy place full of wacky flavors or crazy combinations, but it's by and large, way more fun than your typical American diner chain! And look at the decor! It's gyatt to be the cutest place! Amazing vibes here with cozy decor and ample sunlight! It's got diner booths, foxes everywhere, and just positive juju to brighten your morning! Starting off with me, I got the Snooty Fox Breakfast, which comes with a biscuit and gravy, an egg, and some taterssssssss! Classic sausage gravy, smothered onto a biscuit. Yummy yummy hop on over to my...stomach.There's really nothing to say about this that isn't immediately apparent from the presentation. It's simple and delicious. I wouldn't mind ordering this again! Me? Well, I got something tried and true. Steak and eggs! A classic hunk of meat, right alongside 2 eggs cooked to your liking, and of course the fixin's on the side as well! Nice and hearty to give your day a starty. Oh my goodness, did I rhyme? Certified MC on the track! Anyways, the steak was crispy, the tato's were crunchy, and the coffee? Well, it's diner, coffee, and lemme tell you, it hit the SPAHT. When it comes to your stomach, let's get ready to rumble, and satisfy that rumble with some American chow. American chow like the kind you get at Snooty Fox! Snooty Fox? Truly Rox! read more

1st visit-wonderful- everyone has a smile and welcomes you- very organized -food was great wait staff is on their game well done!!! thanks to all!!!!!!wife and I will be back!!!!! read more

Whats more american than a Diner! We tried several plates - they served up grandiose portions of items we selected from the extensive breakfast-lunch menus. Buzzing with plates of authentically good food. They are attentive, friendly, perhaps a little sassy, and genuinely helpful. Making everyone feel welcome and well taken care of. They contribute to a homey, unpretentious environment. Can't wait to come back for more. read more

Small space packed to the gills with tables and seats, so you know theyre trying to feed everyone. When we came, they seemed really understaffed or just didnt care that they didnt wipe down the table from the last party and didnt clean up from the last bill. They dont make their own salsa for the burrito. It all tasted like jarred tasteless salsa. They put so much that it turned super mushy. If they do make their own, they definitely aren't using fresh food.. Their biscuits weren't that big. No description of "that potatoes" which is really just hashbrowns with bell peppers, which weren't that tasty anyways. Theyre good for really large portions, so if youre thinking more of the bang for the buck type of deal, then this is the spot. They used a lot of oil that my digestive couldn't deal with. The gravy was probably one of the best that ive had in a long time but not the saving grace that will make me a repeat visitor. They have been around a long time and the locals seem to like it a lot. Its just not for me. read more

This place had really tasty food, and even though it was crowded, the service was alright. I had the Snooty Fox Breakfast. It's honestly been years since I have been here, and I only know that I had that breakfast because I had written "I had the snooty" before getting distracted by something and not finishing the review at all. I hadn't even set the star count! It seems like a place I would've liked, but I seem to only have gone there once... I don't remember what it was like inside, but their menu is big and they have kids options, so a family friendly vibe is probably what was up. I'm giving them 4 stars because I said "the service was alright" at the beginning of this review. Only alright meant I wasn't entirely happy with whoever my husband and I had been assigned to on this visit. And I never went again... so maybe they were going to get 3 stars, *shrug* since I don't remember, I'm erring on the side of 4 because the Snooty Fox platter sounds right up past-Me's alley (now I can't eat biscuits nor traditional gravy because of an allergy--Blech) It's on my radar now to try again when I'm near it.., so, maybe I'll update after that read more

Awesome food, service...super friendly atmosphere. Can't wait to return, we are enjoying our leftovers as I speak.

The food and staff are outstanding!! Homey atmosphere, large portions and reasonably priced!

We come here for the old school vibes. Food and prices are great. I usually get their traditional French toast, they have a fried version too. Also like their chicken fried steak. It's a very old crowd and personable wait staff. read more

Food-home made feel. Pancakes loaded with whip cream and fresh strawberries. Excellent service. Ambiance is like a local hole in the wall. read more

I mean it was good food. They did a good job. I would go back and I got the eggs Benedict and I really liked that. I didn't like the sausage as much, but it wasn't because they did a bad job. It just wasn't for me at the time. Sometimes I just don't like the taste of pork. But eggs Benedict with the ham yeah that was good and yeah, I know that's pork but it's a different type of flavor. If you know what I'm talking about either way it's a good place to go. If you want to have a decent breakfast in OC there's not a lot of those. read more

Have not been to the Snotty Fox for a while, but decided to have breakfast there with a friend. The place has not change with good food and friendly service. The ambience is friendly with a lot of local people as diners. read more

Food is great, generous portions, great service. I have been going there for over 45 years! Gloria & Mike, still serving their regular's & new diners! read more

Snooty Fox is a well known breakfast/lunch joint nestled in a strip mall near the corner of Lake Forest Drive and Avenida De la Carlota, off I-5 Lake Forest exit. I usually tell my friends to use Coco's as the landmark then go all the way to the back. Daily specials are written on a white board by the entrance and I usually get one of those plates. It should not be a surprise to anyone who is a regular here that its "those potatoes" is a popular choice as a side. You will not be disappointed when you order a ham steak or a chicken fried steak. I have to admit its old diner ambiance is what brings me back time and times again. I feel I can always meet a friend here for a decent meal comfortably with good service. read more

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Walking in, you can definitely tell this place is a very classic diner that hasn't aged. Although, it's admirable that they kept this "style" for a really long time. All the tables are also seated fairly close, but it was not busy at all when we went around 11:30am! Service was also quick and friendly here! We ordered a eggs Benedict and the country fried steak for my bf. The portions were quite huge, so you'd be certain to be full from your meal! Digging in the eggs Benedict, it was very simple, but also very delicious. I enjoyed this one a lot! Adding the hot sauce complimented it really nicely. I also got my entree with "those potatoes" and the bell peppers were a nice touch to the hash browns. My bf's country fried steak was okay? It was definitely greasy and he said it was kind of plain, but he enjoyed his butter toast a lot. The additional sides are a bit pricey to add on. Overall, this was a nice experience! The environment honestly felt a bit unsettling, but the food was good here. read more

Snooty Fox - Eggs Benedict (bottom), country fried steak (top) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Laguna Hills, California

This is the quintessential old-timey diner, including all the greatest hits: brusque service, thick brown ceramic coffee mugs from 1974, and eggs served every way imaginable. The menu is huge, prices are reasonable, and the coffee is actually really good! We went at noon so I opted for a classic cheeseburger and fries (an upgrade option for another $2) and everything was fine; nothing to write home about. I think I would've been more bowled over if I had gotten breakfast -- all the plates around us looked pretty good! All in all this is a solid spot that I WILL be taking my parents to when they come to visit. read more