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    The Filling Station Cafe

    3.9 (2.8k reviews)
    Closed • 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    THE FILLING STATION CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Joy K.

    The Filling Station is certainly a very popular breakfast and lunch spot in Old Town Orange. A few highlights include huge portions, nostalgic decor and feel, outdoor dog friendly patio seating and inside seating with red vinyl booths. Husband ordered roasted egg plant sandwich, which he said was very good. I had a half tuna sandwich with chicken noodle soup. What I enjoyed the most was the ice cold Arnold Palmer's, which hit the spot on a very hot and muggy day in OC. Overall, food was fresh and satisfying. The outdoor patio area is kind of rustic, with lots of plants, birds and spider webs. It is a good place for people watching. With so many choices of places to eat in Old Town, The Filling Station is one worth putting on your list to check out for casual dining.

    Parth K.

    Love this place. I've been to this place a few times when I used to live in orange. I was back handing out with some friends and this place continues to be amazing!! We got a few breakfast burritos and the base french toast and it all tasted amazing. Their service is lovely and they came to check in at a perfect pace.

    French toast
    Michael V.

    Came in to the filling station with my girlfriend and her meetup group for father's day breakfast. We arrived early knowing that we were expecting a group of 10 and seating is first come first served. We arrived at 8:30 for a planned 9AM breakfast. The hostess took our name and party size and then requested that we let her know when everyone arrived. She estimated 40 to 45 minutes. We were called a few minutes before 9 and seated. Great start Everyone ordered drinks and then the server came back and took meal orders. I went with my regular breakfast meal, French toast with scrambled eggs and bacon. My girlfriend chose a spin on eggs Benedict with beef. Food came out quickly and was served hot. Everything tasted good and fresh for me. I especially enjoyed their bacon, cooked perfectly to my liking and fantastic flavor. Bonus that they served me 3 pieces. The server was especially helpful by allowing us to come to the register when it was time to pay and after telling her our orders she was able to charge us each individually which is always very helpful with a large group. Parking is challenging, they do have a small lot behind the restaurant but even with a compact car the spaces were tight. There is some street parking if you luck out and find a space. There are also municipal lots around downtown orange and the traffic circle which offer additional spaces. We will definitely return. Loved the kitschy decor and old gas station feel.

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    Hubert W.

    Hands down, the best brunch place I have ever been to! We were seated very quickly in about 10 minutes around 11am despite the rush. The service was excellent, and all the servers were very attentive. Seated in the patio area, it was a very nice and airy open space with umbrellas shielding us from the sun. We ordered the Dubai Pancake, Chimichurri Steak and Eggs, Nutella French Toast, and the Strawberry Belgium Waffle. I was not able to take a picture of the Steak and Eggs because we devoured it so quickly! The steak was flavorful and cooked to our preference. We all loved the Dubai Pancakes, as they were fluffy and had a nice balance of sweetness and texture with the crushed pistachio nuts. We'll definitely be going back again!

    Egg Benedict with side order of Onion Ring
    Vanessa C.

    We went to Filling Station for an early lunch. We got there around 11 am. There were a number of large parties there to celebrate graduation. We waited for more than half an hour, the hostess announced that the kitchen is backed up with orders, so they won't be seating anyone until the kitchen caught up with their orders. We probably waited for more than an hour before we finally got seated. We got a seat in the patio under the umbrellas, it was cool and breezy, we loved it. We ordered Egg Benedict, classic egg and bacon and hash brown combo, and also a tuna salad sandwich. Food were average, not sure it was worth the wait. The service was good even though they were very busy!

    Maricris R.

    First time here. Checked in and waited for a table. 10-15 min wait was reasonable. A couple of bench was available for guests outside. I was impressed with the service. It was expeditious, we got seated fast. The decors of the restaurant was lovely and vibrant. The food was great , it was flavorful and had the right serving size, nothing to take home. The restaurant space outdoor reminds me of SF restaurants where it was pretty crowded, not elbow to elbow - but pretty tight. For a gasoline station turned restaurant this is an amazing transition. Oh btw. Love the spacious and lovely decorated bathroom! Check them out in Orange, CA!

    Alyssa C.

    Quaint lil' breakfast spot in Old Town Orange. Mom and pop diners aren't super common in SoCal so this felt nostalgic to muggy summer days on the East Coast. Their freshly squeezed orange juice is refreshing. I like that you can order individual pancakes if you wanna mix and match some flavors. Their pancakes were fluffy and not too sweet and paired with fried egg and some bacon? Delightful.

    Great food
    Jaime G.

    We had a Sunday family breakfast and it was amazing ,, great food, great service and a beautiful day . Mimosas , pancakes and great conversation with family it was a wonderful morning Thank you Filling Station Cafe

    Steak and eggs
    Yau-Ru C.

    Can't go wrong with the steak and eggs with chimichurri sauce! Hefty portion. Steak was slightly overdone (asked for medium but it was more medium well) but still flavorful and juicy. Quite busy on weekends, always see a line of people during lunchtime. Glad we visited on a weekday for lunch... seated immediately. Service is friendly and atmosphere is cozy and relaxed. Overall a nice neighborhood eatery and fun for people-watching if you grab an outside table.

    Dubai pancakes
    Jessica G.

    A restaurant I have been anticipating to try and I finally was able to and it did not disappoint! My group and I were seated right away and it was fairly busy for a weekday. Now onto our order: I decided to order the Belgian waffle combo which came with bacon or sausage and eggs your way. Others ordered the Nutella French toast combo, Dubai pancakes combo and the chilaquiles. Our dishes came out shortly after ordering, everything was flavorful and delicious! I can't wait to return and try other items on the menu

    Omelette
    Grace S.

    This place is located in old town Tustin so be aware that on the weekend parking is tougher. This diner was a little tucked away from the big circle, but the crowd drew us in. Food was really good. Reminded us of East Coast diners :)

    Tiffany N.

    3/23 visit Dine in - Came by during brunch hour around 11-12 noon rush . First off parking is a headache it's in Orange which is street parking .. wait time was 15-0 mins . The host was pleasant there are benches outside & shaded whips you wait . This little spot was packed which is great !! Once we got seated our waiters were extremely attentive and super friendly. I ordered their ice coffee which alright really basic not a wow fa tire but they'd steak & chimichuri sauce was delicious. Steak was cooked well versus medium like I requested but still te see , potatoes were tasty and flavorful & crispy . Overall , it's really good and nice ambience. I even ordered a few of their fresh baked treats to go like their croissant, banana nut muffin , blueberry & their chocolate coconut muffin. Only downfall is they have ONLY 1 bathroom .. for that amount of patrons is wild to me . Definitely having a secondary one would help . I legit waiting close to 20 mins + plus to wash my hands before I eat is ridiculous.. to the guy that was in the bathroom for a close to 30 mins like Dude.. you heals up the line for myself and 6 other ppl waiting so darn inconsiderate. Besides the bathroom .. situation I'd come here to dine in again and hit the coffee spot across the street Phil's coffee and get a honey haze it's amazing .

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    Fiona T.

    Kid-friendly café right in the heart of Old Towne Orange!!! The Filling Station Cafe is a charming brunch spot set inside a restored vintage gas station super cute and full of nostalgic vibes. Loved our super big granola parfait. Kid favorite! Then steak and eggs. Highlight of the day! Everything is huge. Can't even finish the burger IG: socalhkfoodies

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    So glad to hear that Parth. Thank you for visiting!

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    Thank you Michael. So glad you enjoyed your breakfast with us.

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    Food is consistently good with seasonal and "cuz the chef said" specials. Anything off the griddle is WORTH the carb load.

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    Thank you Grace for dining with us and giving us 5-star!

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    Thank you, Scott for your wonderful review.

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    Thank you, Lyna for your feedback.

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    Thank you, Ken for giving us a try and leaving us a review.

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    Thank you Arjae. So glad to hear you like our pancake and eggs.

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    So honored to be your go-to spot. Thank you Marilyn.

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    Any gluten free pancakes or waffles or bread?

    Yes, definitely

    Where is free parking?

    Street

    Do you take reservations?

    No. First come first served.

    Do they have bottomless mimosas?

    Unfortunately no, they charge by the glass

    Where do you park?

    There is a public parking lot across the street to the south.

    Can I bring my dog here?

    Yes you can. I've even seen them bring water out for dogs.

    When will they have dinner again? I miss the dinner menu. It was soooo good!

    I've been asking this exact question numerous times and I never get an answer. Tippy, please let us know!!!

    Is it bottomless mimosas?

    No.

    Do they have Bottomless mimosas?

    No, but the grapefruit one is really tasty.

    Hi is it still all day breakfast?

    Yes

    When will they stay open until dinner again?

    Good question. We just went there for dinner and they were closed.

    Do they have bottomless mimosas?

    They do not

    No one ever answers the phone... does anyone know if they take reservations for their outside dining? Or is it first come first served only?

    Hello, we are currently close for remodeling, will reopen on November 12, 2020. We do not take reservations, it’s first come first serve only. Thank you

    If I order eggs Benedict can I get fried chicken in it besides ham?

    No.

    Is brunch buffet style or off the menu?

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    Do they allow dogs on the patio?

    Yes!

    They are always super busy, do they need reservations?

    Yes they take reservations. Not on weekends.

    Is there bottomless mimosas or do you have to pay for each mimosa?

    You have to pay for each one...

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    Flappy Jack's Pancake House

    Flappy Jack's Pancake House

    4.2(2.2k reviews)
    3.4 mi
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    Never disappointed and I've been going here for over 13 years! Their food and service is great…read more Huge portions for the price. Favorite breakfast item is Country Fried Steak, with eggs and hash browns that come with Pancakes. Always enough for two meals. Service is great and very hard working staff

    I'll start off by saying I came here because Cowgirls was packed on a Sunday morning and we looked…read morethrough Yelp to try and find another breakfast spot. Let's start with the positives: -Extensive menu with pretty much everything you could want for breakfast/lunch. -Portions are more on the generous side -They have seating outside for the long waits for a table -Cute little retro diner aesthetic -I really enjoyed my half cocoa/half coffee drink which the hostess recommended when I told her I couldn't decide. Perfect combo on a rainy day :) I got the ultimate grilled cheese which was just okay, was on the dry side, again nothing special same with the coleslaw and fries. My husband got the Flame grilled steak and eggs, he ordered it medium well and it came well. Our server took it back and brought him a new one no problem. The soup was the only thing that was surprisingly good and had some flavor. I saw some reviews say this is a true no frills diner, and that's pretty spot on but the real issue for me is that everything was dry and lacking flavor. I'm not in a hurry to come back and don't find the weekend wait (about 30-40 minutes for two people on Sunday) to be worth it.

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    Madres Brunch

    4.5(1.1k reviews)
    5.7 mi
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    What is a legit brunch to you?…read more Something sweet Something savory Something special, like this Ensenada omelette full of seafood Some drinks, like a mimosa flight, to chill Some drinks to keep you awake for the day Something classic that comes with the protein you need, toast, and potatoes or hash browns Like my favorite steak and eggs plate And a classic American omelette And most importantly, Some beautiful vibes all over the spot, like Madres Brunch!! IG: socalhkfoodies

    The restaurant has a cute atmosphere, and the service was friendly and attentive. I really wanted…read moreto love this place, but unfortunately, the food was disappointing. Overall, everything lacked flavor, although I will say the red salsa served with the chips was delicious. My friend ordered the avocado toast, but it was basically just a slice of bread with sliced avocado--no seasoning, condiments, or anything to make it stand out. The small garden salad was equally underwhelming, consisting of only romaine lettuce and cherry tomatoes with no dressing or even a drizzle of olive oil. I ordered the Eggs Benedict, but they were more like open-faced boiled eggs since the yolks were completely hard instead of runny. The café de olla had a nice flavor, but it was much sweeter than expected. I think it would be better if they served it unsweetened (or lightly sweetened) and let customers adjust the sugar to their own taste. I really wanted to enjoy this place because the ambiance is so charming, but the food just didn't live up to the experience.

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    Snooze, an A.M. Eatery

    Snooze, an A.M. Eatery

    4.3(2.5k reviews)
    0.2 mi
    •$$
    Locally sourced ingredients
    Gluten-free friendly

    We decided to go a second time this time for my daughter's bridal party for breakfast…read more It was a rainy day and pretty busy we waited for about 15min to be seated Waitress was sweet and took our drink orders then took our food order we received everything in a timely manner Everything was great everyone enjoyed there choices The vibe in here is great Decor super cute and fast fun friendly staff Would 100% come back again

    Overall, I'd say the food was pretty good and the experience was enjoyable…read more I visited for a breakfast date, and it was my first time there. The place was quite busy, but the staff were friendly and welcoming. I ordered the French toast as an appetizer, the Bella! Bella! Benny, and an Orange Mimosa. The French toast was definitely the highlight. It was sweet, fluffy, flavorful, and well-balanced without being overly heavy. I went with the Bella Bella Benny because I was in the mood for something savory. The vinaigrette was a little too strong for my taste and overpowered some of the other flavors in the Benedict, making the other ingredients less noticeable. The Orange Mimosa was pretty standard. It didn't taste like freshly squeezed orange juice and was more like something you could easily make at home, with a fairly noticeable amount of alcohol. It wasn't bad, but it didn't really stand out. Overall, it's a cozy little spot with plenty of options on the menu. The friendly staff and pleasant atmosphere made it an enjoyable visit, and I'd be open to coming back and trying another dish next time.

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    Original Pancake House

    Original Pancake House

    4.4(3.5k reviews)
    4.3 mi
    •$$

    Anytime I travel I am always looking for a fluffy pancake that satisfies my sweet tooth and this…read moreplace always hits the spot. Parking can be difficult so you might have to circle a few times. Or just park in the neighborhood and take a short walk back. Our group used Yelp's waitlist and when we arrived we only waited 5 mins for our table. To say this place was packed is an understatement, so the service took a bit longer than Im used to. Youre not going to find anything underwhelming here, because they offer some good old country style breakfast options. Think steak and eggs, country fried steak smothered gravy, omelets and a 3 tier stack of pancakes. Protip: this place is small, so if you have a large group it might be a bit cozy. Also, the womans restroom only has two stalls and one sink, so the line can be a bit of a wait.

    This place absolutely blew me away. I got pumpkin pancakes with a ground beef skillet. The pancakes…read morewere perfect - they weren't too thick and they had an extra dash of cinnamon sugar that added some complexity to the dish. Sometimes you have to put in real work to cut pancakes with a fork and knife, but these ones were an ideal consistency. I loved the skillet as well: flavorful beef, savory eggs, and my server even suggested adding cheese. Speaking of my server-- Ray Y was absolutely seamless. My coffee cup was always full, he brought me extra cups of milk instead of me having to bug him for it, he brought extra napkins without me needing to ask, and he kept me up to date on how my food was coming along. I also enjoyed the wooden pillars in the center of the restaurant, it added a nice touch. Anyway, I had a great time. I'm not in Anaheim often, but now I have another reason to drop by.

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    Lola’s by MFK

    4.3(1.4k reviews)
    2.0 mi
    •$$

    Had visited this restaurant a few years ago. Back in the area, had to come again. Glad we did…read more Luckily we were able to just sit. Our server was cherry and pleasant. Food was really good. Had the pork crackling as a side and the chillequies Big portion. Iced coffee nice and sweet

    After spending an entire day at Disneyland from 7 AM to 11 PM, we got some much-needed rest before…read morelooking for a place to eat ahead of our long drive back home. We came across Lola's by MFK on Yelp, and it ended up being exactly what we needed! As someone who grew up in the Philippines, I tend to be pretty picky when it comes to Filipino restaurants, as I often find myself disappointed with the food. My girlfriend, on the other hand, has been wanting to try Filipino breakfast for a long time, so we were both excited to give this place a shot. We started with the cold brew flight, featuring ube, Thai tea, pandan, and chocolate. Every flavor was delicious, and it was a fun way to try something a little different! My girlfriend ordered the breakfast bowl with longanisa, which she really enjoyed, while I went with the Iloko Moco. Honestly, it was probably one of the best loco mocos I've ever had. We also couldn't leave without trying the Ube French Toast, and it was SO good that we finished it in no time! Service was friendly and attentive throughout our visit, and the ambiance was just as enjoyable, with some really cool murals inside that added to the atmosphere. I'm glad we stumbled upon Lola's by MFK during our trip to Anaheim. It was a great way to end our Disneyland visit, and I'm happy we got the chance to experience it. Definitely a spot I'd recommend to anyone looking for a delicious Filipino-inspired breakfast!

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