This place is clean and has plenty of seating. Also to mention if inside the restaurant is full there's plenty of seating outside too and the servers will being the food to your table as they give you a number locater to put on your table. The food was so ono (delicious)!!! It came out hot and fresh. The Kalua pork had good flavor with the perfect hint of saltyness to it, as what Kalua Pork should be. The mac salad was on point with the right balance of mayonnaise. The omlette also had good flavor the only downside of the omlette was that it seemed thin. We're used to getting omlettes that are fluffy, but overall the flavor of the Kalua Pork was what made our meal good. The Spam Musubi had great flavor with the Teriyaki sauce glazed on it and the Spam with fried perfectly. We will definitely be back to try out some of the other onolicious looking items on the menu. read more

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This may be a biased review but it's due to the consistency every time I come here. I love the omelettes here, they taste super fresh and they are never oily at all. They also make some bomb potatoes to go alongside it. I also get the strawberry banana smoothie and it is always so good. Lines can get long but the service is pretty quick and there are plenty of tables so it is easy to find somewhere to sit and eat. One of my favorite brunch spots but it could just be personal bias. read more

Was great! It reminded me of Hawaii. I really enjoy good Ube and they did Ube right. I tried their cow and eggs and the cow beef was spot on. And I had a side of the Ube pancakes and they were decadent. I would recommend for anybody to try them. The service was welcoming. It was friendly and definitely inspired me to want to go back. Thanks for the great breakfast. Look forward to the next visit. read more

Stacks Pancake House - Kalbi a d eggs and ube pancakes. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

It was pretty crowded on a Saturday morning but line moves fairly fast! Service was great ans they have many tables inside and outside. 1. Loco moco (3/5): the gravy was on the sweeter side to my liking and the meat was a big dry. Not sure if I'll get this again 2. Egg benefit pork (4/5): this one was good but on this day the eggs were not running. They overcooked it a little so I was abit sad about that. The pork was also a bit drier for some reason. Potatoes were good tho! read more

Stacks Pancake House - Loco Moco - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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Sunday brunch and we came at the perfect time no line and we got seated right away. I suggested this spot to my boyfriend while we were doing some Trader Joe's shopping nearby, and it didn't disappoint. He loved the food and said he'd definitely come back to try more items. This place is an OG spot for me growing up in OC, especially around Irvine. We ordered the chicken fried steak and loco moco with drinks iced Milo Dino and an iced latte. Everything was about an 8.5/10. Servers were very nice ! We sat outside and it was a good timing to be seated outside was a perfect weather read more

Stacks Pancake House - Left - Ice Iced Latte + Chicken Fried Steak & Eggs + Iced Dino Milo + Loco Moco - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Stacks Pancake House is a great casual brunch spot with a relaxed, welcoming vibe. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating, and the setup is simple and efficient--you order at the front counter and take a number if you're dining in, or wait for your food if you're doing takeout. You can also order online for takeout. We ordered the Captain Crunch Nut French Toast, and it definitely stood out to us --perfectly crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and just the right amount of sweetness when paired with the syrup. My husband ordered the Prime Rib Loco Moco for $28, a weekend-only special, and it was absolutely worth it. The portion was generous, with a full 12 oz of prime rib served with egg and rice. The food came out quickly, and the service was friendly and efficient. Even my husband, who doesn't usually crave brunch, said we should come back more often. Overall, a solid brunch spot with great food and smooth service. Definitely worth checking out! read more

Stacks Pancake House - Prime Rib Loco Moco - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

The food is amazing! Service, ambience are amazing. The service is prompt! Our food was hot and delicious. This was our first time at this establishment. We will be back!!! Spread the word about this great place! read more

Stacks Pancake House - Stacks Irvine location - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Stacks Pancake House reminded me of Aloha Stacks I visited at Mission Viejo and RSM. Similar menu, similar style of ordering and serving. The Culver location has many tables outdoors shared by eateries nearby. I enjoyed the CBH omelette I ordered. It came with a small serving of salsa which is pretty tasty. I had a bite of Portuguese sausage which is good too. There is only one size of coffee available but you can get free refill if you want to take the time to see the cashier at the counter. The ordering line could be long depending on when you arrive. Fortunately it moves pretty fast. We were able to grab a couple of adjacent tables for our large party. Overall it was a good breakfast experience. read more

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We are a fan of stacks- this one is only 2nd time we been to this specific location. Overall it was fine. The steak for hibachi steak was not consistent with pieces being cooked enough. So that was a downer. Other than that the staff was friendly, clean place, eggs, spam, and pancakes were good. The musubi was also really good but sort of $$$. read more

Stacks Pancake House - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

I love Stacks, all their dishes are always a hit. This time I decided to try something new and I got the kalua pork eggs Benedict. Each Benedict was filled generously with soft and flavorful kalua pork, which works really well with the hollandaise sauce. The potatoes were also well cooked and delicious. Highly recommend, one of my favorite brunch spots! read more

Stacks Pancake House - Kalua Pork Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Haven't been to stacks in a while, brought my sister here to try their pancakes which were DELICIOUS! The buttermilk pancakes were fluffy, not too oily, and you can adjust the sweetness with maple syrup. I got the breakfast egg burrito which was pretty good, I just think the potato's were a bit too mushy. Salsa = yum. We also got the Katsu Curry, would not order again Let me just say, the portion sizes are amazing for the price! You do order at the counter and it gets crowded. Seating is limited indoors so many sit outside. Would definitely come again to try the Huevos Ranchos plate and the other pancakes flavors!! read more

Stacks Pancake House - Breakfast Egg Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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We went in as a party of 10 and the staff was amazing. I ordered the crab fried rice and Kalua chiliquiles and Mac nut French toast. Omg so good! We was also celebrating my bffs birthday and we brought a cake. The staff was super kind to give us plates and forks for the cake. It was a good homey experience and would recommend this place ten times over! read more

Stacks Pancake House - Crab Fried rice!!! Delicious - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

We ate here with my cousins family for breakfast and really enjoyed the food. We got several items that we all shared including a breakfast burrito, spam musubis, french toast, and loco moco. I personally liked the loco moco the best, but all of it was very good. I wouldn't say that it was the best breakfast burrito I ever had, or the best spam musubi or best french toast, but all of the items are solid. If we're looking for a breakfast place with a Hawaii preference, we definitely go to this place again. read more

My friend told me about this place and was raving about how good their ube pancakes are. I get the hype now. I love a good Hawaiian breakfast spot so this really hit. We ordered the french toast, ube pancakes (obviously), and the loco moco with fried rice. The food was delish! I will definitely be coming back here for sure. read more

Stacks Pancake House - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Knowing that Mother's Day is its own type of crazy and being part of the hospitality industry in the past, today was a bad day for them. Line out the door is nothing new on weekends. But food ticket delivery times were close to an hour and a half. I ordered online and it took me almost 2 to get my food. Even then, the food was cold and the barista, and expo staff were snippy. I haven't seen disrespect to patrons like that ever. Food was also coming back (pancakes no less) under. The overall ambience of this place went to crap this service. It was disorganized on expo window and pick up. This space is too small for this crew and the traffic is intense for the online to in store dining. read more

One of my favorite brunch spots. I always get the Loco Moco and a Spam Musubi. I'm not always the biggest fan of the usual breakfast/brunch foods so i'll always suggest coming here when I can. It can get super busy on weekends so I recommend going in a weekday or at an off-peak time. If i'm too lazy to wait I'll usually get it to go, and it's still just as fresh at home! read more

The food was good, but kind of overpriced. The waffles were not crunchy at all, which was a little disappointing. Service is ok, not great. The line to order was pretty long, but there was plenty of seating. read more

Stacks Pancake House - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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As someone from Hawai'i, I try not to have high expectations for Hawaiian food. However, I was pleasantly surprised by this place! My friend got the Kalua Pork Omelette and Buttermilk Pancakes. The kalua pork was soft, tender, flavorful, and not too salty. He really enjoyed the potatoes and pancakes as well, saying it "tasted like Liliha Bakery back home". I'm knocking down one star for my order of Spicy Chicken + Bacon Waffle. It wasn't awful, but the combination of flavors was definitely overwhelming and strange. The fried chicken was coated in cheese and spicy mayo, which was way too heavy on top of the thick buttery waffle. The ingredients tasted great individually and would have much much better served separately. I might come back another time and try something more simple/classic, because my friend's dish was great and the workers were really nice. :) read more

Stacks Pancake House - Spicy Chicken + Bacon Waffle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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Was looking forward to trying this Hawaiian fusion brunch spot but it fell short. You walk up to the counter, order and pay, and someone brings out your food! My pancakes were lovely but my iced macadamia latte tasted watered down. Eggs and bacon were standard. Tried my friend's ube pancakes and was not a fan. The ube sauce is smothered on top and it overpowered the poor pancakes. For the price, everything was just decent. Their savory options look promising so maybe I'll give Stacks another chance next time. read more

Stacks Pancake House - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Stacks Pancake House is one of our go to spots. First thing I always recommend are the ube pancakes. They are unreal. Fluffy, moist, packed with ube flavor, and topped with this ube cream and whipped cream that is honestly perfect. Sweet but not too sweet. Easily one of my favorite pancake plates anywhere. Next is the Kalua pork omelet. They load it with tons of pork and it has amazing flavor in every bite. The potatoes on the side are crispy, salty, and just really well done. Add a little cholula and it is game over. It also pairs really well with their lily koi drinks which I love. This time I wanted to switch it up and finally try their crab omelet. Same experience. Great flavor and a crazy amount of crab. They actually include a full mini crab on the plate so you get that crunchy bite which was super fun and surprisingly good. I was really happy with it. My wife ordered the crab fried rice which is one of her favorites. The crab freaked her out at first but the rice itself is always flavorful and such a huge portion that she always takes some home. Service here is always quick and everyone is super kind. It is just an easy, reliable breakfast spot that always delivers exactly what you hope for. Always recommend it. read more

Stacks Pancake House - Crab Omelette 9/10 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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First, let me say that the food tastes great. It's the staff that is having issues. They either need hearing aids or customer need to repeat the order to insure accuracy. I just spent $41.60 with tip for an order I did not want. The order taker just looked and tried to explain but she did acknowledge our conversation. So, if you dare to come and eat their tasty food - make sure they get your order correct before paying. read more

Stacks Pancake House - Empty plates. Good food. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Tried this place out on a Saturday around 11:30 AM -- right in the middle of peak brunch rush. It's located in the heart of a super busy plaza, and between the foot traffic and packed parking lot, it was chaotic. You order at the counter and then try to snag a table. I got lucky -- someone was leaving just as I walked in, so I was able to slide into their table right away. Otherwise, it might've been a bit of a wait. I went with my girlfriend and two friends, and between the four of us, we ordered: * Spicy Chicken Bacon Waffle (plus a side of corned beef hash) * Banana Nutella Crepe * Chicken Katsu Plate I'll start with the spicy chicken bacon waffle. I'm someone who really doesn't usually like mixing sweet and savory, but I actually really enjoyed this. We didn't add any syrup, which probably helped, but the spicy sauce paired with the crispy chicken worked really well. The bacon added a good salty crunch that rounded it all out. One thing to note: it came absolutely smothered in cheese, which we weren't expecting. Not a bad thing, but if you're not a fan of cheesy breakfast items, maybe ask if you can get it without. The corned beef hash on the side was a great call -- savory, crispy, and well-seasoned. Just a solid hash, and I'd 100% get it again. As for the banana Nutella crepe -- not a banana fan myself, but I tried a bite and thought the crepe itself was tasty and cooked perfectly. If I were to get it again, I'd probably go with strawberries or another fruit, but it definitely hits the sweet tooth if you're into that combo. The surprise standout was the chicken katsu plate. I didn't expect much from a breakfast joint doing katsu, but it was genuinely really good. Crispy, juicy, and not greasy. It shows they do more than just breakfast well -- their menu has range. Even with the crowd and slow-moving line, I appreciated the vibe. The food came out at a decent speed once we ordered, and everything we tried was well executed. The only downside was the hectic atmosphere -- it's very busy, so just know what you're getting into. That said, I'd definitely come back, just with a little more planning around timing (or on a weekday). Great spot if you're craving both comfort breakfast foods and some curveball options done right. read more

Stacks Pancake House - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Yum! Definitely recommend trying this place! The lines do get super long, so plan to come early. We waited for awhile, but they have plenty of outdoor seating. I ordered the light bite with Oreo Waffle instead and it was so good! The side potatoes were so delicious. The person helping us was really nice. My sis in law was raving about this place and I'm so happy we got to try it out with them. Looking forward to coming again the next time we're in the area. read more

The food was delicious. We had the Guava toffee French toast and the advocado and spinach eggs benedict. All the staff working there were friendly and nice. Great breakfast location. read more

Stacks Pancake House - Guava Toffee French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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I wanted to try the biscuits and gravy, but it was discontinued. So I got the country fried steak with gravy and eggs. And side of sourdough bread. It was sad the gravy was overpowered with pepper. The spicy chicken waffle and egg was better. We also got a Hawaiian drink as well and poured it into the cup Service was quick and they were nice. read more

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Stacks is the perfect casual breakfast/brunch spot! You wait in line which gives you plenty of time to browse their huge menu of items, order, and then claim a table. They have indoor and outdoor seating! Their breakfast items are Hawaiian inspired and have so many unique flavors to choose from. - Spicy Chicken Waffle: 8.9/10. GET THIS!!! This is my go-to item at Stacks, especially when I can't choose between a savory or sweet breakfast. Spicy, cheesy, saucy fried chicken on a sweet belgian waffle. This offers the best of both worlds. Tastes even better after adding tapatio/hot sauce AND maple syrup. - White lava pancakes: 8.9/10. GET THIS!!! This is my favorite sweet item on the menu. It's banana pancakes topped with a delicious white lava sauce. It's surprisingly not too sweet and you can adjust the amount of sauce you dip each bite of pancake with. Perfect the way it comes. - Fruity Pebbles French Toast: 7.5/10. I love how the fruity pebble crusted french toast comes with a milk like sauce. No need for extra syrup or anything. Perfectly tasty and sweet as is! Definitely on the sweeter side. - Captain Mac Nut: 7.0/10. Captain Crunch coated french toast ?! Such a unique dish. I wish it had a similar milk-like sauce to the Fruity Pebbles french toast because alone it is a little dry or needs syrup for extra sweetener. Still love the captain crunch flavor though! - Kalbi Aloha Plate: 7.0/10. Delicious, but very normal dish. You can get kalbi and rice at any korean restaurant, so I would definitely recommend trying their other unique/signature dishes. read more

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Came for an early brunch, plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. I usually get the pancakes or loco moco but I tried the breakfast burrito for the first time. I chose the mixed veggies and it was very filling and healthy! I think next time I want to try the protein option instead but the salsa is refreshing. Burrito definitely needs a kick but nothing tabasco can't solve. Service is very attentive and food came out quick! read more

Stacks Pancake House - Breakfast Egg Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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We were frequent customers of this location until today. In their infinite wisdom, this location decided to discriminate against cash paying customers - even exact cash. This is unacceptable and Un-American. We will still go to the Newport Beach location because Newport Beach has an ordinance in place that cash MUST be accepted. read more

Saturday, October 21, 2023 Stacks is always a fan favorite. Your typical breakfast comfort food for Pacific Islanders. They have great waffles and French toast. Service is full of kind staff even when they are SLAMMED on the weekends. Would definitely recommend a week day. read more

Stacks Pancake House - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Got some brunch here with a few friends before our trip to San Diego. Being born and raised from Hawai'i, I always find myself reaching for comfort food every now and then to get my fix. I've been brunching a lot so I decided to get something a little different from my usual. Chicken Katsu is a classic and I always find myself reminiscing about L&L from time to time. I'll start with the pros... portions here are generous... and this place is dog friendly so I was able to sit with my fur baby outside. Cons.. I thought the katsu was just okay, even in light of the portion size, I am not certain I'd be willing to pay $20 for "okay" katsu. To be honest, I don't really like chicken katsu made from chicken breast... it doesn't really hit for me. The sauce seemed like the store bought bulldog katsu sauce and is a little too tart for my liking. But the mac salad was pretty good and so was the homemade POG. My friends got loco moco and corned beef hash and enjoyed it so those might be better dishes reflective of the restaurant quality. Service was quick and efficient and the wait time for food was very minimal. I would probably only consider this place if I was in a time crunch and needed a quick bite. read more

Stacks Pancake House - Chicken Katsu - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Food was amazing as well as the service. Only complaint I have is finding seating is hard. Wish I would have taken a pic of the food it was so delicious! read more

Stacks was my entire childhood! I loved coming here specifically for their garden crepes haha. Recently I went back and not sure the quality is the same, but still good for sentimental value and their portions are still amazing. The omurice was a bit of a disappointment but I think anything else here is good read more

Stacks Pancake House - omurice - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

Came here with one of my girl friends for brunch and the food/service were both amazing! They do have a pretty wide selection of menu items that are not specific to pancakes. But, being that it was my first time there, I had such a hard time choosing what I wanted because everything sounded delicious. Eggs Benedict? Ube pancakes? Loco Moco? Breakfast burrito? Chilaquiles? Burger? They literally have something for everyone's taste buds. I ended up ordering the Hibachi Steak & Eggs with a side of home fried potatoes. Honestly, I was not expecting it to taste as good as it did. My friend ordered the Fitness Omelette with a cup of Hawaiian Latte and she equally enjoyed her food. I'll def be coming back here to try basically the rest of their menu items haha. If you haven't been here before, you're definitely missing out! read more

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Stacks Pancake House has great breakfast and brunch foods with a Hawaiian flare! From amazing food to amazing service, this is a great place to go if you're looking for quality food! Stacks is the type of establishment where you order your food first, then find a table and someone will bring you your order. You can find the menu on the wall, and once you make your decision, someone at the cash register will take your order. Everyone that I interacted with here was super friendly and kind. We also did not have to wait long for our food. However, the line can be out the door sometimes, so it's best to time yourself right! The establishment is very clean and classy with a modern diner vibe. The Kalua Pork Benedict was a great choice for a savory option. The Kalua Pork was tender and seasoned and the eggs were perfectly poached and had a good flavor on its own. The side of house potatoes was a great addition and portion to this meal. The star of this meal was the Guava Toffee French Toast. French toast coated in Captain Crunch, drizzled with sour cream, on top of guava syrup, and topped with strawberries combines to make a stellar sweet breakfast item. The French toast itself was very light and fluffy and had an amazing texture and toffee flavor. The guava syrup was not over powering and added a great dimension to this dish. I would totally recommend this dish if you're looking for a sweet breakfast item. Overall, Stacks Pancake House is an amazing spot to go to in Irvine if you're looking for a breakfast or brunch place! read more

Stacks Pancake House - Kalua Pork Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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While I was on the neighborhood, I tried this place. They have a lot of items on the menu. The foods were great. The service was nice & they brought out our food fast too. The room wasn't big but they have more tables outdoor. It will be my go to place to eat for the future. read more

Stacks Pancake House - Spam Fried Rice - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

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Iced Ube Latte - a little grainy - not enough ube flavor Americano - good Guava Toffee French Toast - captain crunch gives the French toast a good crunch - guava Toffee sauce is tasty Two Eggs & Protein Breakfast (Portuguese Sausage and Home Fried Potatoes) - potatoes are bland - Portuguese Sausage is tasty but some are overcooking read more

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Huge portions for the size when we were looking around, which was stellar for the price. The service was friendly and prompt, zero wait for the coffee and short wait for the food. They have an indoor and large outdoor seating area with umbrellas for shade. The food was delicious and we had a hard time deciding what to eat because everything sounded so good. Can't wait to go back and continue trying the rest of the menu. read more

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Do not let the line deter you! It moves quickly, and if you occupy yourself with the large menu, you'll get to the front in no time. At around 10 am on a Saturday, right at peak- we waited about 35 minutes before we placed our orders and sat down. The eatery itself is pretty tight with tables tightly packed. The outdoor seating is a plus! Parking was also a nightmare, so I'd recommend carpooling during peak times unless you don't mind making loops around the parkade to test your luck and patience. Friendly and attentive service, food came out hot and pretty quickly! We family styled during this brunch, so we tried a few of the popular items. Chicken Katsu Waffle ($14) - Hawaiian style chicken and waffles? YES, please! "Not too sweet" with just enough of the salty crunchy katsu to pair. Would order this again! Kalbi ($21) - We enjoyed their mac salad. The kalbi itself was a tad dry and tough. One of pricier dishes of the meal and it was just under average. Loco Moco ($13) - ground beef patty topped with delicious gravy, opted for sunny side up egg for that runny egg yolk goodness. This was by far a very heart dish. But taste was SO good. Hits all the spots for comfort hawaiian food. Paired with a side of their Portuguese Sausage. ($6) - a definite must! Iced Ube Latte ($5.25) - a touch too sweet for us! We also aren't normally dairy drinkers but they didn't have any alternatives. As viral as the photos look online, we were pretty disappointed with the aesthetic and the taste. Nothing really "ube" taste wise for us here. Crab Fried Rice ($16) - Loads of crab meat in the fried rice, with a beautiful deep fried soft shell crab on top as the best topping! This was my favorite of the luncheon! Super flavorful and a very generous portion! read more

Stacks is definitely a popular spot so be prepared to wait! It took about 20 minutes just to get through the line. You order and pay up front, and then they give you a number for your table. I got the chicken katsu and a lavender latte, and both were pretty good. The chicken was crispy and flavorful, and the latte had a nice floral hint without being overpowering. One thing I will note is that the restaurant gets very loud inside. It can be hard to hear your conversation, especially during busy hours. If you can grab a seat outside, it's a better experience. Overall, it's a nice spot if you don't mind the wait and the noise. read more

Stacks Pancake House - Chicken katsu - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Irvine, California

5 stars for amazing food BUT one important question: why aren't 2 people taking orders on a weekend with a line out the door?