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    Yard House

    3.7 (1.9k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 12:30 AM (Next day)

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    Casual
    Loud
    Good for kids
    Happy hour specials

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    Tanya W.

    Great Happy Hour deals for food! They have a select menu for items and drinks that apply to their HH. The portions are large and the deals are good, I'd definitely come back. Very surprised at how busy this restaurant was at 5:15pm on a Thursday. Even though they estimated a 25min wait, the queue went by quickly and it couldn't have been more than 10-15minutes total. There are two free parking structures nearby which was very convenient. Service was great to start, we got our waters, food, and drinks very quickly. But when we were trying to get our to-go boxes to leave, it took forever to flag down our server and actually leave. Poke nachos - 5/5, table favorite for sure! The tuna, green onions, jalapeños, seaweed, and some mix of eel and mayo sauce were SO good! Crunchy wonton wrapper chips. Would get this again! Queso - 5/5, INSANELY good deal! So much cheese and comes with both tortillas and tortilla chips. The cheese was melty and had jalapeño bits which I liked! Not spicy. Calamari - 3/5, just fine. Not seasoned well and not crispy enough. Served with marinara and tartar sauce.

    Jared K.

    I revisited this Yard House during Happy Hour and it impressed me! The beer was $5 off (great deal) and the seasonal German beer I chose was fantastic. It was a lighter beer that packed a ton of flavor! The appetizers and pizza listed on the happy hour are also a great deal! I ordered the brussel sprouts and they came out perfectly cooked and seasoned making the overall happy hour experience awesome. I was able to share the appetizer with friends, while enjoying a beer and walked out paying ~$15 for both. The service has an opportunity to get better. The table wasn't set with utensils or napkins, so we had to ask our server for them which took a while to receive. The ambiance is still fun in this place, and I would say it's great to go during happy hour with friends!

    Scorched Melon Mocktail
    Vanessa C.

    RJ, our server, was very nice and made the experience even better. I really liked the layout of this location--the bar is right in the center with tables surrounding it, which gives it a fun, energetic feel. Just a heads up though: it gets really loud. Not the best place for deep conversations unless you're okay with basically yelling across the table. Drinks: * Scorched Melon Mocktail - Surprisingly good! It kind of tasted like Hubba Bubba bubblegum in the best way. Sweet, fun, and definitely unique. Food: * Fontina Vodka Penne - So good. No notes. I finished the entire plate without hesitation. Overall, great food, fun atmosphere, and friendly service--just be prepared for the noise level.

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    Viviana C.

    This was my first time here and it was definitely giving Friday night vibes. The Dodgers and Laker game were both on, so there was built-in entertainment the whole time. I will say though... it's LOUD. We were basically yelling across the table just to have a conversation. The service was great - our waiters were really nice and attentive, and we got our drinks and food at a good pace. I ordered the asada and shrimp tacos with spicy rice and beans, and I have to admit... the shrimp taco stole the show. And that's saying a LOT because I'm an asada taco girly through and through. But this shrimp taco had me questioning my loyalty for a second...... like I felt like I was cheating on asada and I didn't even try to stop myself I also got the hibiscus mule-ish mocktail, and it was soooo good and super refreshing. My boyfriend got the chicken nachos and WOW... that portion was HUGE. Like, could feed a large family huge. They were also really good, and I almost considered trading meals, but thankfully he shared lol. Overall, the place was fun, lively, and the food definitely delivered. The only thing is the pricing ..... $17.99 for two tacos with rice and beans feels a little steep... but I guess that's the price you pay for the vibes.

    Birthday Dessert
    Samantha L.

    I have been to Yard House before with friends, but this was my first time at this location and my family's first time in general! We all really enjoyed it. We got two appetizers; the calamari and the chicken nachos. Calamari was very good and the chicken nachos were very good as well, but they were so huge oh my goodness!! Definitely a really good appetizer if you want something very shareable. But yeah to be honest I was already full by the time our food came haha! For my main I got the garlic beef noodles. It was not bad at all, they were still good- but out of all the things I have tried at Yard House this dish was probably my least favorite lol. But like I said it wasn't bad at all I just think they have way better options! Portion was really big though so I was able to take home leftovers which is always a plus! haha. My whole family each enjoyed the dishes they got as well, everything was very tasty. We all enjoyed our drinks and our server did great with recommending. The dessert they gave for your birthday was really good! I have no idea what it is exactly, it tastes like a cookie brownie mixed, but 10/10 and the perfect little amount! Overall our service was great, and even though we went around like 6:30/7ish on a Friday night, we got sat right away! I love that they ask you your preference for seating. We really just wanted to sit where we can watch the game and they accommodated us no problem!

    Poke Nachos
    Randall M.

    Love coming to yard house with friends and family. The poke nachos are 9/10 a hit for us. It has a rich dressing and the fish is fresh. Onion ring tower was mid - something about the crisp that just didn't hit right. Service is usually good - typically a busy establishment. Ambiance is on the darker side and always bustling. We can sit there for hours talking, eating, and drinking.

    Fried Calamari
    Steven T.

    Happy Hour! Monday to Friday; 3pm-6pm; 1/2 off select apps and pizza. Hope that was a good attention grabber. Came here without realizing there was happy hour so we loaded up on some appetizers! We definitely got more than we can eat but left overs are OK! Server was super friendly! Got sat down quick and food came out fast. Apps Calamari - nicely seasoned 9/10 Chicken Nachos - BIG portion size and loaded. 10/10 Boneless Wings - nothing too special; we got plain and lemon pepper. Tasted like wings 8/10 Entrees Spicy Beef Garlic Noodle - New item but SUPER SALTY. I see what they're trying to envision but less salt would be better and wait for your noodles to try up first before stir frying it. 6/10 Bone In Ribeye - cooked perfectly to medium and I enjoyed it with broccolini as a side. 10/10 Public parking available across the street. Valet is available next to the restaurant.

    Eva H.

    I visited this location 3 times before deciding on the review, I did not want to fall by one impression only and instead to be able to review consistency in quality, service and ambiance. Quality: Food quality is great, I tried different hamburgers every time and all of them are worth to try. They have special nachos that are BOMB! Service: They shown excellent customer service, today for example we went for 3rd time this never happened before but they took longer to take the order and the manager showed up apologizing about the oversight on there end as well as the assigned waiter I believe that level of professionalism and accountability is what restaurants need onsite; leaders that know how to deal with people and make the service a good experience for the customer. Great job on that! The whole experience deserves 10 starts because at end not matter how good the food is service also matters a LOT. Ambiance: Light is tune down kinda bar style which I believe is the purpose, I like it. I personally like the barrels with blue light very original. Highly recommend the dessert attached. The name was S'MORES" BROWNIE MELTDOWN, to DIE for! Heaven in earth for sure!

    Poke Nachos
    Stella W.

    came here for happy hour on a Thursday. good service! good food and good price! POKE NACHOS: always a staple. must get. tasty, savory, umami. pretty filling appetizer ambiance was dark per usual. good for casual eats.

    Chicken Lettuce Wraps
    Sunday B.

    Popped in for lunch and had no problem getting seated. Our server was prompt and friendly. (Wish I could remember hour servers name) I got the chicken lettuce wraps and they were really tasty and the chicken was super juicy. It has small cubes of tofu combined with the chicken, green onions, wonton cup, sweet chili, spicy peanut vinaigrette.

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    Jennifer F.

    Loved this place! Locating parking for this place is very easy to find, if you don't locate street parking they have multiple parking structures in the area since it's a busy street-shopping center. A Friday afternoon got us about an hour wait to get seated but thankfully one of our group members found an online reservation that allowed us to arrive with our name already on the list. We waited a total of 20 min after arriving and got seated at a comfy booth. It was a big location with plenty of seating on the inside. The service was great, our server was very attentive and patient with our group as it was some of groups first visit (including mine)! I ordered the shrimp and chicken pad thai and it was so yummy. I'd definitely return to order something new as their menu has a huge variety!

    Firecracker shrimp
    Maxine M.

    Recently stopped by my old stomping ground, Yard House in Brea, for happy hour. HH runs Monday-Friday from 3-6 PM for drinks and appetizers. We arrived around 5:40 PM and it was already packed. Unfortunately, we weren't seated until 6:05 PM, so we missed the happy hour pricing. We stayed anyway and ordered my usual favorites: ahi poke nachos, sliders, and the onion ring tower. As always, the ahi poke nachos and sliders were absolutely delicious. I could eat those every day! We also tried the firecracker shrimp for the first time. It's served over crispy rice with plump shrimp and garnishes and looks great presentation-wise, but the flavor fell flat. The sauce definitely needs improvement. Parking includes valet for a fee and limited free self-parking. Service was excellent: friendly, fast, and our drinks were always refilled. After happy hour, the crowd eased up a bit, but both the bar and dining area stayed busy. Restrooms were clean and fully stocked. Our total came out to $74 for all the food plus two refillable drinks, without the happy hour discount. Would've been about 50% less if we'd been seated before 6 PM. Pro tip: get there early and beat the happy hour rush--- it's worth it ;)

    Sliders with fries
    Zi L.

    First time trying their happy hour items and I was pretty impressed. The appetizers on their happy hour menu is half off which is a great deal. I ordered their chicken nachos with fries instead of nachos, sliders, and chicken lettuce wrap. I thought the chicken with fries was really worth the price. The plate was huge and can 3 people. There was also a good amount of chicken. I also enjoyed the sliders because the meat was juicy and it also comes with a side of fries. You can also get truffle fries, sweet potatoes fries or onion rings for an additional $1-$2. The chicken lettuce wrap was my least favorite item that I ordered. I'm a huge fan of peanut sauce and saw that it came with peanut sauce but their peanut was way too salty for me and didn't have too much of a peanut taste. Service was great. The servers came to check up on us regularly asking if we need more water or sauce. There was also plenty of parking at 3PM on a Friday.

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    Ask the Community - Yard House

    Do you take Reservations?

    Do you take reservations

    When is your late night happy hour?

    Hey Haide! Late Night Happy Hour (which is drinks only) is Sunday to Wednesday from 10pm to close.

    Are y'all open on Memorial Day :) wanted to go out with friends I tried making a reservation somewhere else but they aren't open?

    Hey Victoria! We are open on Memorial Day. As a heads up, we don't take reservations.

    Are they asking for vaccine proof or negative test result?

    No!

    Do they allow dogs on patio?

    Hey Cynthia! Yes, we allow dogs on our patio.

    What's the wait like on Friday nights around 8pm?

    Hey Patricia! Our wait times vary, but Friday nights can be especially busy. You can always call us to see if we are offering call ahead seating: (714) 529-9273

    Is brunch still an option?

    Hey Leslie! We don't have our dedicated brunch menu/offering anymore. We do have some brunch items as part of our regular menu, such as Avocado Toast, Nashville Hot Chicken, Bloody Marys, and Mimosas.

    Are reservations required for large groups of 30 or more people as stated on your website? And if not required is it still possible to make accommodations ahead of time?

    Hey, Erika. At the moment we are not taking reservations for any party size. If you'd like to have a large party gathering with us, we recommend calling us the day of to see if we can accommodate! Here's the number: (714) 529-9273

    Are they open for indoor dining yet?

    Yea indoor & outdoor

    What time does the kitchen close?

    Hey Jose! Sunday - Thursday our food last call is 11:30pm. Friday and Saturday it is 12am. You can view our full hours of operation here: https://www.yardhouse.com/locations/ca/brea/brea-downtown/8313

    Is indoor seating available?

    No they are not open for indoor dining they have outside patio seating

    As of 2/4/21 is indoor dinning open there?

    Indoor is not, but they have outdoor seating available with heaters. But usually a long wait like an hour-hour and half

    When will be the last day you guys offer indoor dining?

    Hi Astrid. As of 11/17, we are only offering patio seating and takeout due to county regulations. For the most up-to-date information on our seating capabilities, please visit https://www.yardhouse.com/locations/ca/brea/brea-downtown/8313.

    Do they sell growlers?

    Hi Richard! Yes, we have growlers available to go, starting at $14.50. You can view which beers are available and place your order online at this link: https://www.yardhouse.com/menu-listing/bar-to-go/beer

    Do you have NFL Sunday ticket??? Indoor dining?

    Hi Sean! Yes, we have indoor dining available and NFL Sunday Ticket. Hope to see you soon!

    Yard house still having 50% happy hour?

    Hi! Yes, our Brea location has Happy Hour for dine-in guests every Monday-Friday from 3 to 6PM and Late Night every Sunday-Thursday from 10PM to close. You can view more details about our Happy Hour offer here:… 

    Is Master Card accepted?

    Yes

    Can you watch football?

    Hi Anthony, yes you can! You can ask any manager to tune into the games you'd like to watch.

    Do you take reservations?

    Hi Jacqueline! Reservations are not required but if you're looking to book large parties, you can call us and we'll do our best to accommodate. We also allow guests to sign up online for the wait list if there is a long wait to help reduce your wait… 

    Is there happy hour on Saturday's?

    Hi Rosaelia - our Happy Hours are: Happy Hour… 

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    Nine Social - Espresso Martini & Secret Handshake

    Nine Social

    4.6(91 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    We came here last night because we both have not been and I told him I've been wanting to go. I did…read morenot realize this is the speakeasy to Macallans. He made the reservations online with Nine Social but when he got the confirmation, it said for Macallans so he called and spoke to the manager and we got a table here. Wine list was extensive and since he knew a lot about wine.... I told him to just choose for me. We did a pinot noir to start and then went to a cab. The cab was great! I ended the night with a moscato. I ordered the mango tango and he ordered the wedge. Both delish! The mango tango had that sweet and salty blend perfectly. For dessert we had the chocolate mousse. It was really good! Service was excellent! They let you try the wine before you order a glass! They checked on us constantly and were really attentive. The place had an older feel to it and it's quaint. I like the coziness of it. They had live music going on and Tom the pianist did a great job! He sang to me when Tom was playing. Super sweet! Tom came over to introduce himself and told us about music nights and there will be singers there. We love this place so much we stayed until closing time. We were the last ones to leave! We were already talking about coming back for when the singers will be there. Our first time here... And definitely won't be our last!

    Nine Social is a cozy wine bar located on the far west end of Birch Street in downtown Brea, right…read morenext to Macallans. There is a free parking garage right across the street. Their front of house focus is the wine bar, but they also have a good cocktail and martini menu, as well as a nice selection of food items. The interior is warm and cozy with two different seating areas. The larger front area has bar seating, quite a few tables, and a lounge area in the back corner with several couches. There is another area in the back which is smaller, and houses their cocktail bar and a number of two seat high top tables. You can order anything on the menu from either area. We sat at the bar in front for some Sunday evening cocktails and small bites. We started out with the spinach & artichoke dip ($15). The dip came out very hot, was a big portion, and was very good. However, the menu said it came with toast points, but instead it was served with tortilla chips which were just ok. The advertised toast points or fresher tortilla chips would have made this appetizer better. My first cocktail was the Limoncello Martini (vodka, fresh Limoncello, lemon juice, $15). I usually love anything lemon and this was a good martini with light lemon flavor. She started with the Purple Martin Martini (vodka, raspberry puree, pineapple, $15). This was another good martini with light sweetness from the raspberry and pineapple, not a sugar bomb. We wanted a little more food, so we ordered the Caprese flatbread ($18). It was a good size, and the dough was great. It had a good amount of cheese and tomatoes, and I really liked the balsamic drizzle on top. However, it did not come with the basil that was listed on the menu. Next, I tried the Peperoncino Martini (vodka, Italian Peperoncino brine, black pepper, extra virgin olive oil, $15). I loved this, one of the more unique martinis I've had. She liked her sip so much, she ordered her own for number three. Her second cocktail was the Carmel Apple Martini (carmel apple vodka, Licor 43, lemon, star anise, caramel cube garnish, $15). Most of the time, you would expect a caramel apple martini to be a sugar bomb, but not this one. The flavors were great with a light sweetness. And who doesn't like a caramel square treat? For my last one, I had the Cinnamon Sleigh (bourbon, cinnamon spice, maple, orange twist, $15). This was a good sipping finisher with light cinnamon notes and those great orange aromatics. KJ was our server, and she was very sweet and friendly. We came early in the evening and it was a little slow, so we chatting with her quite a bit. I'd take a half point off for the two food items not coming with the listed items, but rounded up to five stars overall. The bill had a 3% charge added for using a credit card. They have a music trivia night on Thursdays which would be fun to try. We enjoyed our first visit here, and will definitely return again.

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    Macallans Public House - Chicken Nachos

    Macallans Public House

    4.0(1.7k reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    My family and I were looking for a place to eat in Downtown Brea. We were really hungry and most…read moreplaces in the area were full with long waits. Although we may not have initially been heading to Macallans Public House, my husband ended up enjoying the experience, food, and service! We came in on a warm and beautiful day, so we opted to stay outside in their patio area. Macallans Public House is located in Downtown Brea. They offer a wide selection of alcoholic beverages and their food menu offers several options for various palettes. Our order consisted of - Bruschetta - Pear and Prosciutto Flatbread - Bacon and Brie Burger Everything was tasty.The bruschetta had amazing flavor and the Pear and Prosciutto flatbread was unique in all of the best ways. To be honest, the Bacon and Brie burger was also really good. I love Brie, so putting it on a burger was heavenly. The only thing that left a bad impression was my napkin; it smelled of the stench of wet dog. The whole napkin and every inch of it. I noticed immediately wiping my mouth with it! I thought I may be crazy, but my husband gave it a sniff all around and agreed. It smelled awful and made me question the cleanliness of the spot. Macallans Public House would definitely be a revisit for my husband so I would likely revisit with him if he really wanted to stop by in the future.

    Came here on a Sunday to meet up with an old friend. Forgot to take photos of my drinks and food…read morecause I was too busy having a good time. Drink: The Viking. I could drink 20 of these cause they were so good. Food: Fish tacos. I also could have eaten 20 of these. Bomb. Friendly staff, clean bar, clean bathrooms. Definitely coming back!

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    Macallans Public House - Strawberry Lemonade for baby girl and a soda for me lol don't judge haha

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    Geisha

    Geisha

    4.1(589 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    Came in on a Wednesday night and there was a mah-jongg tournament going on, which was fun to see…read more Looked like it would be a good place to hold events. They also had all-day Happy Hour deals on Wednesdays. Loved the decor of this restaurant, just an incredibly cool vibe with elaborate Japanese-Mexican fusion art, neon, and even a huge rainbow color-changing tree in the middle of the dining room. We had calamari, corn ribs, steak tacos, king roll, dragon roll, pork belly bowl, and everything was well-cooked and tasty. The hot sauce they give is hot, fair warning! The dishes are complex with lots of varied flavors, which is a good thing because it's not just simple and boring, but it does take time to read the menu carefully. That's probably on us, lol. We will definitely return. Gorgeous restaurant and delicious food, decently priced for what you get.

    I had been wanting to try Geisha ever since it opened, and when I heard it was under new…read moremanagement, I became even more curious. We visited on a weekday evening for dinner and found that the restaurant had largely retained the same look and layout from its days as TAPS. The restaurant was nearly empty, with only a couple of other occupied tables during our visit. While the menu offered a variety of options, it looked limited and, more importantly, significantly overpriced. Signature rolls ranged from $24 to $26, and even a simple pork-and-rice dish was priced at $25. We ordered the Chicken Tequila Cream Pasta, the Dragon Roll, and two fish tacos. Unfortunately, this is where the experience took a disappointing turn. The Dragon Roll, despite its premium price, looked very basic, consisting mostly of rice with very little filling. The quality and presentation reminded me of sushi from a grocery store counter. The Chicken Tequila Cream Pasta was essentially chicken Alfredo with red bell peppers, served with a slice of basic buttered toast. The fish tacos were another letdown. For $16, the plate included only two small tacos with no rice, beans, or side dishes, just the tacos themselves. To make the experience even more unpleasant, there were no complimentary appetizers, such as bread or edamame, to enjoy while waiting for the meal. The food overall was underwhelming and did not justify the prices being charged. The one bright spot was the service, which was friendly and attentive throughout our visit. Overall, Geisha failed to deliver the quality or value its prices suggest. Save yourself the time and money and visit virtually any other restaurant in downtown Brea instead. You'll thank me later.

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    Shady Nook - Big screen TV

    Shady Nook

    4.3(139 reviews)
    1.9 mi
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    Came here with group of friend. It's decent bar lots of selections beer + spirit and plenty of…read moregames which was plus. Not a lot of IPA choices though, I ended up settling with space dust. The place is smaller than i thought and there only one restroom per gender. The service was great and the staff was really nice. They also have happy later in the night which awesome. The only thing was that table were messy and there are no trash cans. The tables were littered with bottles, glasses, and pizza boxes. We had to move aside pizza boxes and bottles to get a table. The staff didn't bother coming by to clear up the table at any point through the night which was really weird. The parking lot is pretty big but then again at night only the bar and liquor store are open in that shopping center.

    Day drinking in Brea,California…read more.. We originally wanted to visit Shady Nook for an hour of karaoke, but we ended up just chatting, having soft drinks, and munching on complimentary popcorn! We didn't want to disturb the other customers with our singing... haha! We could have played pinball or billiards, but we just wanted to hang out together and enjoy the calm, air-conditioned environment at opening time. We didn't have a reservation. We were the first customers of the day. Diane was our friendly server/bartender. She was cheerful and made us feel welcomed. I admired her for opening up the shop, taking our orders, paying attention to each patron, serving everyone, and cleaning up after us! She's amazing! I think we should return on karaoke night... then we can blend in... haha! We also would take another photo at the Photo Booth... and get our picture via email!

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    The bar

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    Old Brea Chop House

    Old Brea Chop House

    4.3(1.6k reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$$$

    So fire. The steak one of the best I've ever had. We shared the 20oz Ribeye cap. It was cooked very…read morewell, with an amazing crust, flavor, and tenderness. The sides were all very good. We got the gnocchi, potatoes au gratin, and creamed corn. Gnocchi was my favorite and had very good flavor (very rich with the mushrooms). The potatoes were tasty but got a bit neglected competing with the gnocchi. Both dishes were very heavy. The creamed corn was very tasty and was a nice switch up from the other sides. We finished off with the butter cake. I'm not normally a cake guy, but that butter cake is something else. The caramelized layer at the top adds a nice crunch, while the cake itself has great flavor and texture. The service was great too! I really enjoyed the entire meal and have nothing bad to say. If I'm gonna splurge on a steakhouse, this is the one. Excited to try more of their offerings.

    First timer for the Old Brea Chop House and I cannot wait to go back. I recommend making…read morereservations if you can because it was quite busy. I looked online for a dress code but didn't see an official policy on their website. Most folks were dressed up, but I saw some more casual outfits too so I wouldn't stress too much about it. Here is what we ordered: - Bread: Fist basket is complimentary and any additional refills are $8 per basket. One is more than enough for two people. They had an assortment of three different breads and all were tasty. - Jidori Chicken Schnitzel: This is a thinly sliced, breaded, chicken breast topped with capers and served with a charred half lemon and a lemon/butter sauce on the side. It was juicy and the breading added a nice crunch. Amazing flavor and I would order this again. - Center Cut Ribeye (Medium Rare): The steak was served with some roasted garlic and rosemary and was cooked perfectly. - Potatoes Au Gratin: The flavor for the potatoes au gratin was there, but I wish the potatoes were sliced more thinly. They were too chunky and I felt some bits needed to be cooked a little longer. - Brussels Sprouts: This is THEE side to order. The bacon steak is an add on for $10. Pricey, but necessary. They were so good and we couldn't get enough. - Butter Cake: If you know about Maestro's famous butter cake, then this is strong competition if not on par with Maestro's. Absolutely delicious and paired very nicely with their cappuccino. Service was 10/10 as well.

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    Old Brea Chop House - Creamed corn

    Creamed corn

    Old Brea Chop House - Mushroom Mille Feuille

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    Tempo Cantina

    Tempo Cantina

    4.4(7.8k reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    Tempo is one of our favorite places to dine the atmosphere is so delightful full of happiness the…read morefood is out of this world good tantalizing your pallet!!! We always go back to the Bone Marrow Tacos !!! The guacamole is the freshest anywhere I had the chicken enchiladas with Mole OH my word the best the best Servers are very attentive and service is fast ! I like the numerous big screen I'm a sports fanatic ! Oh and the BAR ! Is a definite YES ! Every drink you can possibly think of and more !!! I had an agua Fresca it was delicious ! Pricing was very affordable And don't forget the home made churros !!

    I haven't been here in ages but out of all the things I wanted from here... it was their butter…read morecake lol best butter cake I have ever had and the star of the show for me! Perfectly sweet and served with dulce de leche, strawberry syrup with fresh strawberries and vanilla ice cream.. they all go well with the butter cake. Of course that was for dessert.. but to start for lunch, I ordered the house taco selection which comes with 4 tacos (Korean, steak, birria, and cueva tacos). I loved the cheese crusted tortilla on their tacos, and the cueva taco was my fave out of the four! The steak was dry so it was my least fave but the Korean and birria taco were also yummy! Nice way to sample their different tacos! Their guava agua Fresca was a refreshing drink to go with my tacos. My friend ordered their cheese enchiladas in their cream red sauce. She said it was different from any red sauce she has ever had but she said she enjoyed her enchiladas. Service was attentive and friendly. Each server checked in on us regularly. Came here on a Saturday for lunch and it was surprisingly not busy at all like how it used to be. Overall, the food was just like I remembered and I wish I had come back sooner. I'll def be back again to try other things on their menu!

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    Tempo Cantina - Strawberry  Margarita!

    Strawberry Margarita!

    Tempo Cantina - Asada Chilaquiles. Don't expect a whole plate of chilaquiles with carne asada on top! Both are served as separate sides on the plate.

    Asada Chilaquiles. Don't expect a whole plate of chilaquiles with carne asada on top! Both are served as separate sides on the plate.

    Tempo Cantina - Coffee. Straightforward, hot, and caffeinated.

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    Coffee. Straightforward, hot, and caffeinated.

    Yard House - newamerican - Updated September 2026

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