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    4.3 (2.4k reviews)
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    Corned Beef Hash
    Christina N.

    Main advice is to join the Yelp waitlist when you're on the way to Snooze. For a Saturday brunch, our wait was around 40 minutes once we checked in at the hostess stand, but it's a good area with other stores to shop in while you wait. We were sat outside and our server was really friendly, maybe as present as we needed sometimes, but that's to be expected with outdoor seating on a busy day. I ordered the corned beef hash and it was solid! It wasn't spectacular, but it hit all the notes I needed it to. The menu has so many options that there's something for everyone and I would come back to try something else out (maybe a breakfast burrito). I also think that some items rotate, which is good to know if you're someone who likes to look at the menu ahead of time.

    Signature Pancake Flight
    Jacqueline D.

    Really just your standard American brunch/breakfast diner. They have a lot of interesting drinks though! Their always busy as well, but the line moves fast. Food came out quick and no complaints! I really enjoyed the tomato soup and grilled cheese! The blueberry pancakes also hit the spot! I tried my boyfriend's pancake flight, and would highly recommend the potato pancake. It sounds interesting/weird, but really has great flavor!!

    Richard F.

    Another successful Snooze location in the heart of downtown Orange. Food is pretty good and competitively priced. Service is good, but you do have to hunt down servers during busy hours. Plenty of parking available around the downtown Orange area in the parking structures Food/Drink- 4.5 stars- everything was really solid and no complaints Pork belly benedict- I really enjoyed the sweetness and savoriness of the whole meal Pancake flight- basically a breakfast dessert. I enjoyed every one of the flavors, but loved the variety (it would get monotonous ordering just 1 of the pancakes as a whole entree) Service- 4 stars All the servers are professional and accommodating. It just can get busy during their rush hour where you have to fetch for service Bottom Line Excellent breakfast spot located in the heart of downtown Orange

    Lorenzo W.

    DISCONNECTED & ODD. Upon arrival, I was a little perplexed by the service as all the team members seemed to be on a different page. I sat at the bar as it was the fastest seating option for a solo diner on a Sunday morning and noticed some interesting things. For one, my "waitress" disappeared and so I was handed off to a new one. My next waitress wasn't very attentive, but she was a little nicer and I could tell she was new. My whole experience was very awkward and left me unimpressed compared to other Snooze locations. I got a "kiss my feet" aura from some of the crew and that left a bad taste in my mouth. My only reason for giving this location a three-star rating is the food and lattes. My breakfast was amazing and my honey oat latte really hit the spot. I sat by a nice gentleman to my right, but we were both a bit out of our element due to the service. The bar/counter is great for a morning game, I got to see some events on the screen while waiting. Overall, the location is huge and has a plenty of room for multiple parties. I spotted an outdoor patio with shaded seating (at least it was shaded while I was there). You'll find this Snooze in Old Towne near Plaza Park. There's paid parking nearby, but it's totally walkable if you live nearby or find a free parking space elsewhere.

    Benny Duo: Smashed Avocado Benny and Bella! Bella! Benny
    Mark H.

    Went here for an early lunch to celebrate a family milestone! Great food and drinks, kind of slow service. Had a decaf coffee and Rejuvenate drink. Food: Bravocado Toast. Benny Duo with a Smashed Avocado Benny and Bella! Bella! Benny. Garden Harvest Omelet; the chili lime avocado was very mild.

    Interior
    Navin K.

    Superb brunch spot in the City of Orange - I stopped by with an old college buddy yesterday morning. He ordered a decaf coffee, I got my usual matcha latte, then ordered another as it was so good. For our food, I opted for avocado toast with a sunny side up egg and a side of avocado, he ordered a vegan scramble. The food was delicious and filling - perfectly made with fresh ingredients. Add in the warm and efficient service and reasonable prices, and this restaurant more than earned its 5 stars. Will be back!

    Benny Duo*
    Yonnie C.

    Came here for breakfast this morning with husband and his friend. We ordered: 1) garden harvest omelette $16.95 2) habanero pork belly fried rice with 2 egg $17.95 3) Benny duo with half Bella Benny and half habanero pork Benny $21.50 4) Fire roasted tomato soup $4.50 Everything was delicious and we ate so fast. Free parking along the street outside.

    Rejuvenate
    Ashley F.

    Went to Snooze for a brunch/lunch affair to celebrate a birthday with family. Located in Old Towne OC, so try to come early so you have time to find adequate parking and join the Yelp waitlist to beat the crowd. Snooze gives retro diner vibes with modern health conscious/vegetarian options. Their Protein BLT Bowl (4.5/5) was oddly satisfying. I went in expecting to be still hungry after eating it, but the ratio of proteins, eggs, and spinach was perfect, delicious, and kept me full. I was happy to have tried Snooze and would be okay going again in the future!

    Strawberry Shortcake Pancakes
    America L.

    It was my birthday breakfast :) Good morning yelpers ..... oooof this place was not a snooze :) .... A bit of a wait time for 10:15 am on Sunday superbowl. Not too bad though . Service was pretty quick and the server had wonderful suggestions . The decor is super cute but a bit tight in the booths for a party of 5 ... we made it work . The partner kept it safe by ordering the snooze special ... I think that's what it was called . He was jealous of what I had ordered ... my plate seemed more flavorful . Check out the photos and i definitely am coming back to try something else . Get the strawberry shortcake pancakes and the Benny duo with avo smash and habanero ‍

    Basil & The Bee Burrata Toast | IG @moniquedao
    Monique D.

    I wanted to try this place knowing full well that the parking situation isn't the best. We ended up parking around the block, but the walk really wasn't bad at all. I came specifically for the Basil & The Bee Burrata Toast, and it did not disappoint. It's a toasted rustic bread with balsamic date spread, burrata, basil pesto, roasted tomatoes and a drizzle of Mike's Hot Honey. I asked for the toast to be extra crunchy since all the toppings can easily make it soggy, and they were happy to accommodate. The toast leans a little on the sweet side, but overall it was delicious and packed with a lot of great flavors in every bite. We also tried the Garden Harvest Omelet, which was quite good as well. It's cage-free eggs with sautéed asparagus, red onions, mushrooms, zucchini and red bell peppers, topped with chili-lime avocado, herbed cream cheese and served with greens, Dijon vinaigrette, Parmesan, and spiced pepitas. It felt light, fresh, and healthy overall.

    Monte Cristo Brioche Toast*
    Nicole G.

    The French toast latte, is literally the best. I could have that every day! They ran out of the little French toast sticks that go on top, but no biggie, this was sooo delicious! Chey was sweet & attentive. We came in for my birthday & she helped me decide which bday pancake I wanted. Of course I went with my fave strawberry shortcake & it didn't disappoint! Everyone was so sweet & fun. They have it all decked out. No pun intended lol, they have like a Vegas theme going on & there's cards and dice everywhere. It's cute. We love a good theme. Bacon but better, you just have to try it.

    Eggs Benedict
    Jim A.

    I ordered the Benedict. I was not that impressed. It tasted ok but was nothing to write home about.

    Katlyn L.

    Yesterday was our 3rd time dining here and the first time I brought my parents, and we constantly have nothing but great things to say! My mom kept going on about how much she loved the decor and the dishes. The food is always excellent. Their specialty pancakes are definitely a must try if you like a sweet breakfast. Tons of sweet and savory options for whatever mood you're in. We were definitely nervous going in on a Saturday morning thinking we'd be waiting an hour, we were told maybe a 25 minute wait, and only waited 10! Super fast, great service, a must try!

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    1 month ago

    Snooze hits, every time. The pancakes are good. The Porkbelly fried rice is magic. Bloody Marys are some of the best in California. @Anthony

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    Is this kids friendly?

    I've seen kids here. I would say yes. Maybe not at 2am

    Small Poodle Dog friendly?

    Yes, but there are only seven tables in the patio, so be prepared to wait.

    How can I make reservations for 11 on weds 12/21?

    Snooze has an app. You. An reserve through it or through the yelp app

    Is there outdoor dining for breakfast or brunch?

    There are a few tables along the sidewalk

    Are you open during street fair?

    We sure are; see you there!

    As of 8/27/21 is there dine in option?

    Yes.

    Will you be open Memorial Day?

    Best guess ... yup!

    Does it open on Easter, April 4th?

    Yes, they will be open from 6:30am-2:30pm!

    Do they have bottomless mimosas and are they doing reservations?

    Hi Krystal! We do no do bottomless mimosas or reservations. Although, we do have a remote waitlist that you can join from anywhere on Yelp.… Read more

    I'm getting married at the oc courthouse and love this place. Does anyone know if they do private parties of 20 to 25 people?

    Unfortunately they do Not :(

    Is this place pet friendly - dogs?

    Yes! There is a patio!

    Is there gluten free options?

    Yes

    Do they have gluten free pancakes or waffles?

    Yes! All of the pancakes can be made gluten free and two of the three French toasts can also be gluten free.

    Whats the hours for Sept. 2, 2019?

    They are open at 6:00 am.

    What are the vegan options?

    They have TONS of vegan options, just ask your server as the menu doesn't clearly lay them out!

    Hours? Can't find them on the website either....

    Do they take reservations?

    I checked in on yelp - I was about 15 minutes away.. got there in 10 minutes - And was seated within 5 or so minutes .. there was a couple waiting to be seated and they took us first because i had used the call ahead button on yelp .. felt bad .. I… Read more

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    46 A Speakeasy

    4.7(20 reviews)
    2.7 mi

    We really enjoyed our experience at 46 A Speakeasy. It felt like a real speakeasy from the password…read moreto the coziness nestled in a secret spot behind Rockwells. After arriving to 46, we were able to sample 4 different specialty drinks and choose one of them. And seated at our table. If you're a party less than 4. You will be joined with another party. Initially, it may feel awkward however after the icebreaker. It works! They have a nice food menus. The dates and burger were delicious! Besides the speciality drinks they also have a full bar so I opted for a regular old fashioned and it was delish! Since the speakeasy can hold a max of 16 ppl, service was superb and attentive. Pricing was reasonable for what it is. Note: service charge (tip) is included. I wish they would have told me. It was dark and I didn't have my glasses. Also after 2 drinks.... I added another 20% on top of that. I didn't even notice until I got home. But what is done is done. Would I return? yes! We enjoyed it so much. We have already recommended so many people and they have gone and enjoyed it as well!!

    46 A speakeasy is located in Rockwell Bakery. Check in is within the bakery and reservations are…read morerequired. When making reservations a $25 deposit is required per person but will be applied to your bill day of visit. The hostess was very kind upon check in and took us to the back where the 46 door is. She provided us a code and explained the time limit along with house rules. We were then told to knock on the door and proceed with the experience. Kudos to the owner as this is the only speakeasy in the OC that has a true speakeasy feel entrance. They had a gentleman open the peephole and ask for the entry code. Once we said the code we entered a really cool mine shaft area. The attention to detail was on point and I was impressed! We were then taken upstairs to a private bar where there are four tables of four so a max of 16. This makes sense as to why reservations are hard to come by. The only ding about seating is you are sat with strangers it is not a private table. Luckily we had a fun older couple at our table so it made the conversation more lively. Otherwise don't go here with an expectation of an intimate/ private date night. They also offer a limited food menu but looked very promising. However, we were here for a night cap so just dabbled in drinks. The bartender had a seasonal menu of 4 cocktails he created. He explained the drinks and then had us try each one with a straw. We then placed our order based on what we liked. He did say if we were not a fan he could create us our own personal cocktail as well. The old fashion he created was phenomenal! Overall, a cool little spot in the OC. Do wish they were open later as they do close at 11pm on Friday and Saturday.

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    4.3(1.1k reviews)
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    The food was great! We sat at the bar before the lunch rush…read morecame through on Saturday. Bar staff is attentive and quick to put in our orders after we sat down. Plenty of beer selections to choose from, but I actually opted for a dirty soda!! Diet Coke, vanilla cream, coconut and lime ‍ Good selection and variety of options on the menu, we want to come back to just try a mix of appetizers- they had a lot to pick from. We ordered a few apps and some entrees: Deviled eggs, Crispy Tuna, Southwest Chicken Bowl and Pepperoni Pizza. All were very tasty, we cleaned the plates! They have a lot of seating, as well as an outdoor patio. Plenty of TVs if you are wanting to watch a game. We will definitely be back for more options on the menu!

    When they're good, they're great. Good prices, good food. But lately the service has gotten so bad…read more The first couple years they opened, my wife and I would come here almost weekly. They were consistently good. Then we saw the service start to slip about 6 months ago. I'm writing this review waiting at another restaurant down the street because we just walked out of Finney's after getting seated. This is the second time we've walked out of Finney's. Both times we just got tired of sitting at our table waiting for a server to come talk to us. They see us. They know we're there. No "hey we're really busy but we'll be right with you." Just no one seems to be responsible for taking our order, and so no one even checks in. It sucks. Finney's was great. Oh and they should get rid of the skeeball. Super annoying.

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    Story

    Story

    4.2(665 reviews)
    8.2 mi
    Veteran-owned & operated
    Romantic vibe

    My third time back at Story. We did another Mad Hatters Tea party. Towers of small bites of sweet…read moreand savory, along with sparkling wine and Drink Me potion. So good! Tip: ask to sit in Vickie's area, especially if celebrating a birthday. She personally adds the "Happy Birthday" to the plate that holds a cup of complimentary ice cream Sunday.

    Upon entering my friend and I were immediately seated and I gotta say the interior does give me the…read moremodern day mad hatter vibe from Alice in Wonderland. It has this dark but classy aesthetic and I was not prepared for that (in a good way). This restaurant has been here for about 2 years with different ownership and menu so I was excited to see what they had to offer. Hugo helped us with our order and he was very friendly and professional. We went ahead and ordered the ahi tuna taco, pork belly bao, garlic fries, the margharita pizza, the yuzu lobster pasta, and for drinks I got the virgin burning thyme. My friend got that and other drinks as well. Ahi tuna taco - 5/5 probably the best food item for the evening. The tuna was fresh, perfect amount of kick in its sauce, and the outter shell was perfectly crunchy. I think them replacing the shell with wonton was exceptional with the texture. Every bite was extremely satisfying. Pork Belly bao - 4/5 everything was delicious. The bow itself is bouncy and moist. There wasn't anything special about the sauce inside with the pork belly, but I would definitely give it a try at least once. A great portion with your friends or family as an appetizer. Garlic fries - 3/5 It was a bit underwhelming, but nothing horrible. I could not taste the garlic at all, but the fries itself was cooked to perfection with the outer being pretty crispy and inside being soft. Margharita pizza - 4/5 I really like the crust and the breading of this pizza. It was crispy and the pepperoni was cooked to perfection. I really like the small pepperoni because it gives an immense amount of flavor in each bite. The cheese and the tomato sauce was fine, but nothing special. Yuzu lobster pasta - 4/5 I wish I was able to taste more of the Yuzu since that's in the name of the dish, but I could not. If it was just called the lobster pasta I would say it's amazing. The tomatoes were perfect to lighten the entire dish with the heavy sauce and the pasta. The lobster was cooked fine. Other than that it was fine, but I would say either enhance the Yuzu flavor or remove it in the name of the dish. Burning thyme - 4.5/5 I really like the acid and the balance of sweetness and sour in this drink. Usually, I get skeptical when I make an alcoholic drink version because the bartender tends to over sweeten the drink, but this was not the case, and I enjoyed it a lot with our food.

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    Streamliner Lounge

    Streamliner Lounge

    4.1(176 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    The outside is pretty but inside is prettier. It did have a distinct smell, wasn't all that…read morepleasant but other than that, everything else was amazing. Our server was Joe. He made us feel welcomed as it was our first time coming here. By we I mean my self and three friends as well. He took our orders mentally. That was impressive! And got every order correct. He knew his menu items. I ordered a hot coffee (refills available) and the garden omelette. Instead of their bakery it's chi ie of beignets or a muffin, I opted for sourdough toast. Delicious! I took some leftovers home. For what I paid for it, I think it was reasonably priced. We did come for breakfast. Around this time it's not overly packed and we came on memorial weekend. As we headed out close to noon, lunch hour is where people will begin to pour in. We saw trains pass by periodically but it wasn't bothersome. I can't wait to come back.

    First time trying this place today. My son recently moved to Orange, and I went to have lunch with…read morehim. Found Streamliner on Yelp and headed over. What a cute place, and the staff was very friendly. We ordered the Caprese Burger, Cranberry Turkey Sandwich, and ice tea. Sandwiches were so tasty due to the breads being perfect, and the meat being fresh. Huge portions so we both took half our sandwiches home. Our server Joe was very attentive, and offered ice tea "to go" on our way out. Want to go back for sure.

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    We attended a special Chartreuse tasting event at Strong Water which was being held in honor of…read moreChartreuse week and Chartreuse Day 1605 (May 16), the annual celebration of Chartreuse's origins and history. The tasting featured a great lineup of green and yellow Chartreuse paired with small bites. It concluded with a complementary Chartreuse-based cocktail from one of five recipes. Brand ambassador Taylor guided the event and began by telling us about the unique history of Chartreuse. The tasting started out with a small spoonful of Vegetal Elixir Chartreuse to warm up the palate. This is the base spirit of both green and yellow Chartreuse and clocks in at 138 proof. It was surprisingly not harsh, but immediately kicked my salivary glands into overdrive. I didn't even know that vintages of Chartreuse was a thing, but Taylor walked us through tasting three different vintages of both yellow and green Chartreuse, and it was surprising how different they were. The lineup concluded with more rare varietals of the green elixir 1605 and yellow cuvee. Great job, thanks Taylor! Chef Kling presented each small bite which included a crispy Icelandic cod, a roasted beet crostino, and a lamb slider. All of them had a five star list of ingredients and were delicious. Strong Water is known for their excellent cocktails, but their food is also great. For my cocktail at the end of the event, I had the Bar Flower (Green Chartreuse, Crème de Cacao, Pineapple, Lime). This was so good, with the herbal and chocolate flavors perfectly balanced. It was served with a flaming lime half. This was such a great event! Chartreuse retails for around $100 a bottle, and the higher-end varieties cost even more. At just $45 per person, this event was an amazing bargain. Strong Water frequently hosts great events, so keep an eye on their social media for upcoming dates. I really love Chartreuse, so I went back a few days later on the last day of Chartreuse week to try a few of the other limited time cocktails. I started out with their twist on a Grasshopper (Chartreuse, Crème de Menthe, Chili Liqueur, Crème de Cacao, Cream, Cane, $22). This was a great classic Grasshopper, but the Chartreuse added a herbal complexity, and there is a dash of heat on the finish from the chili liqueur. Next I had the Flare Gun (Yellow Chartreuse, Overproof Rum, Italian Bitter, Lime, Cane, $20). The yellow Chartreuse definitely comes through, but it's softer and has a light sweetness, unlike the green variety. Even though it contains overproof rum, it is perfectly balanced and not boozy at all. I usually don't like bitter drinks, but the bitterness was at a perfect light level. I finished off with the Tales from the Black Lagoon which is my favorite drink here, and it's also a favorite of many of the bartenders. All three cocktails were a home run. Chartreuse is an expensive spirit, so those drinks cost a little more than average. Shout out to Karen, Joey, Edgar, Jordan, and Ying for excellent hospitality, as always. Strong Water is our favorite place. We can't wait to go back!

    Amazing spot! Great spot to go check out if you are new to Cali! It is small but worth it! Drinks…read moreca be pricey but it's worth it. Some drinks will have souvenirs!amazinnnggg ambience! 1000/10 would come again!

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