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    The Potholder Cafe - Los Alamitos

    3.9 (248 reviews)
    Closed • 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    THE POTHOLDER CAFE - LOS ALAMITOS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Poupee C.

    I should have updated my review sooner! We have been consistently coming here for the past few years and it has become our go-to spot for breakfast. Some of our favorites: The Salinas omelette - artichokes, mushroom, tomato, jack and cheddar cheese. Our choice sides: beans and corn tortillas. Portions are big and perfect to share. Healthy turkey sandwich - loaded with red onions, lettuce, tomato, and avocado. Love this on sour dough bread. Belgian waffle - topped with berries and bananas and tons of butter. Always perfect with a cup of joe, which is pretty strong in comparison to other diners. Love. The menu is pretty extensive and for sure there something for anyone. Also check out the weekday specials. Service is super friendly. And depending on time of day, you will get your meal timely. Weekday mornings are less crowded lately especially now that summer is over. Music streams the diner and really takes you back to the 80's. So enjoy, all you Gen X!

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    Tiarra J.

    The Pot Holder is a solid neighborhood spot I keep coming back to. The food and service are consistently good, and there are plenty of options so everyone can find something. It's also a little nostalgic for me, because I used to go to the Pot Holder in Long Beach back in my teen years. My go-to is the veggie omelette, and the food comes out fast every time. On Saturdays and Sundays they also have a $10 Bloody Mary and mimosa special. Overall, this is a great regular breakfast run spot.

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    John F.

    The Potholder Café - Los Alamitos, CA February 7, 2026 3.5 Stopped by The Potholder Café in Los Alamitos this morning and had a solid breakfast/lunch experience. The service really stood out -- very friendly, attentive, and welcoming from start to finish. I ordered the BLT ($13.95), and it was definitely the highlight of the meal. The bacon was fresh and nicely cooked, and the thick tomato slices made a big difference. Simple, well-executed, and satisfying. Other items at the table included Oatmeal Works ($11.95) and The Couch ($19.95), which looked generous and hearty. Prices are what you'd expect for a local sit-down breakfast spot, with a total bill coming in just over $50 for three people. Overall, this was a pleasant visit with good food and excellent service. Not mind-blowing, but very solid -- and based on the friendliness alone, I would return and try more items next time.

    Tim's Dug Out (ABC omelette w/ carne asada, super spuds, and stuffed French toast)
    Kristina F.

    A LB staple, Los Alamitos edition. Came in with my boys for a Saturday morning breakfast and was surprised that we were seated immediately. The interior was small, but they had a large patio with lots of seating. Service was prompt and friendly. We ordered the Tim's Dug Out, the Super Spuds, and a straight up waffle. All the food came out fresh and hot (minus the mushrooms in the Super Spuds, which were slightly browned but still mostly raw). The portions were enormous.

    This was sooooo good: French Toast Kabobs!!!  @ojbaylen
    Olivia B.

    This is my favorite location cos the outside patio seating is nice. I ordered the French Toast Kabobs... super cute and yummy! I will definitely order these again!

    Terry M.

    Haven't been here in years, but I was craving some breakfast and figured I'd change it up. I ordered the "Mexican Omelette" and it didn't let me down. :) The service was great! I'm not sure what was expecting, but I was waited on the entire time, and the woman making the rounds knew how to handle business! Every need was handled and my cup was never empty. The ambiance was that of a short order cafe, lots of breakfast/lunch options and plenty of seating inside and out. In all I'm sure I'll be back, and I hope to see you there as well.

    Breakfast quesadilla with eggs and cheese.
    Andi S.

    Love the location close to home and places I run errands. I get food to go but it is made quickly and stays hot until I get home. Staff is friendly. Food is great. Just wish they stayed open a little later. Have yo plan my day to get there. It has a nice patio. Great breakfast quesadilla.

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    Such a great spot to get a lot of food for not a lot of money! The service is always great and I love sitting on the patio!

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    We were really happy with our meal, it was delicious!! Great spot for breakfast and lunch!!

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    Always enjoy their food. Just wish they were open later. Srrvice is always spot on. Portions are generous.

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    Great food, Fast service and comfortable outdoor seating. I got the Grand Prix dish and it was so good and tasty!

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    The best breakfast around. Everyone is really kind and the wait is minimal. I'd recommend this place to anyone.

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