The atmosphere was really friendly, even though they were very busy, you didn't rushed or ran through an assembly of breakfast line. The food was great! read more

The food was good. May take a while but worth it. Outdoor seating close to the curb. Street Parking only so you may have to walk a short distance. I would suggest you try to visit Monday - Friday. Weekends are not as easy to park. I wish they would seek out a larger location to satisfy the demand. Is it worth it? Yes ‍ read more

Zuzu's Petals is a fantastic brunch place. Parking might be difficult since it's only street parking. There was a wait and line out the door to order. They have seating indoors and outdoors. Dutch Baby Pancake comes in a skillet topped with fruit and cream. The pancake itself wasn't dry and cut nicely. Brioche french toast came with a blueberry compote. The french toast is fluffy and goes well with maple syrup. Overall a cute brunch place with multiple tasty options. Love the kid's menu's entree names! read more

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I've been wanting to try this spot for the longest time, and I'm so glad I finally did! I came by yesterday around 10:30am and placed my order around 10:50. The way it works is you order first, then wait for them to seat you once a table opens up. It was super busy, so there was a bit of standing around while waiting for a table. Personally, I'm not the biggest fan of that setup, but honestly...the food made it completely worth it. What we ordered: * Almond croissant * Ube cruffin * Lemon ricotta pancakes * Breakfast burrito with bacon * Side of potatoes * Strawberry pistachio matcha * Cinnagave shaken espresso Everything was absolutely incredible. I'm seriously craving it again while writing this The food was amazing, and the drinks were next-level good. The café itself is adorable, with both indoor and outdoor seating options. Also, shoutout to the sweet woman with the star clips in her hair! She was so friendly, and my niece loved that she complimented the Jigglypuff on her water bottle. I'll definitely be coming back. This place truly doesn't miss, and I highly recommend giving it a try! read more

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Have been wanting to try this place out for a while. Parking could be a challenge since it's street parking only. It's an order at the counter & sit down after kind of restaurant. Plenty of indoor/outdoor seating that pairs well with Long Beach's warm spring weather. I would say that the food makes it worthwhile. It looks good & tastes even better. The strawberry pistachio matcha latte definitely stole the show for me, should have got one to go. Will definitely be back. read more

Zuzu’s Petals - Steak n' Eggs Tater Tots - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Was in the area for work and stopped by with my coworker. This place caught our eye because it looked cute and had patio seating. Really love when you can enjoy food and the great weather at the same time. Service was great, the girl at the register and also the servers were friendly and helpful. Food and drink are priced pretty average. A matcha is $7, food ranges from $12-21. Some dishes are pricier but in this economy it's not crazy. I got a hot matcha and a pancake with a side of scrambled eggs. Hot Matcha (3/5) good matcha quality but too sweet. Pancake w/ berries and cream (4.5/5) nice and fluffy, cream had cinnamon and not too sweet. Eggs (4/5) fluffy and soft read more

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First time visiting and will not be the last! Whenever I am back in the Long Beach area I will come here for breakfast again. It's located on a corner with tons of parking on the streets near by. There was a line out the door, it moved quick though wait wasn't long. You line up and are handed menus, order & pay at counter. Since it was mother's Day weekend, there was tons of roses all over the tables. Their pastries are at the register which looked amazing as well. I came with two of my girlfriends and we all ordered the baileys breakfast with eggs our way. We also were craving something sweet so we ordered a waffle, brioche French toast & the Dutch baby pancake. For drinks we ordered a mimosa, cinnagave shaken espresso, a strawberry matcha, & an elderflower mint spritz. The food and drinks looked & tasted amazing! Staff was very personable and they a have self serve water station. Def one of the best breakfasts ive had in a long time Highly recommend! read more

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Came across this place randomly driving around Long Beach and it was worth the stop. It was after noon so I ordered the smashed burger with tots. They offer patio seating or outside parklet seating. The vibe is a relaxed setting to hang out with family or friends. The decor is retro with the theme from the classic movie 'Its a Wonderful Life' throughout the restaurant. The friendly staff made sure our order was delivered quickly. The burger was cooked to perfection. The tots were nice and crispy on the outside with delicious flavor. The juicy burger is worth every dollar. Like others have said ,the parking is limited to street availability. I happend to park a block away, thank goodness because after eating that burger I needed to walk it off. Can't wait to try breakfast soon...enjoy. read more

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Stopped by Zulu's Petals for Mother's Day, and I have to say....it was an amazing dining experience from start to finish. First, a heads-up: parking in the area can be a bit of a challenge, so plan ahead and expect to look for street parking. That said, once you arrive, everything runs impressively smoothly. You'll stand in line to place your order at the register, and then they'll seat you. There are two seating options, an indoor patio and an outdoor patio; both with a really cute, inviting vibe. What really stood out was the thoughtful Mother's Day touch. While we were in line, they offered champagne and gave out roses, white for mothers who are no longer with us and red for those who are. Such a beautiful and meaningful gesture. Once seated, drinks came out quickly, and the food followed shortly after. I was genuinely impressed with how efficient and well-organized everything was, especially given how busy it was. For food, I ordered the Dutch Baby, and my companion had the Bailey's Breakfast, both were delicious and well-prepared. Between the great food, charming decor, and amazing service, this place really delivered. I'll definitely be back. read more

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I had heard about this place from a TikTok video, and my husband had also told me about it, so I knew we had to check it out. We decided to go last minute on a Sunday, so the line was around the building by the time we got there at around 12:30pm. We waited around 30 minutes, but it wasn't bad. I think you order at the counter and then they find you a table. However, for us and the party in front, they sat us and then just took our order at the table. My husband ordered steak & eggs and we shared lemon ricotta pancakes (because, of course, we needed something sweet). I got the Bailey's, which you can have bacon or sausage, or one of each. Everything was delicious! We finished our dishes and brought the pancake home, which we for sure would have finished if we weren't so full! We both ordered the Curious George, except mine was decaf. So good! I definitely want to try the matcha version next time. It's such a cute little restaurant and staff is super friendly. I didn't get a good look with the street signs, but we were lucky to find a spot right across from the restaurant. Absolutely enjoyed this place and would go back! read more

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Happy May y'all! While in Long Beach, I saw this place had killer reviews so I got a few dishes to go and was so happy with my choices. FOOD -Dutch baby pancake. It was delicious and the add-on items were perfect. Highly recommend! -Veggie wrap. Also very good, the sauce was delicious. The veggies had a perfect crunch DRINK -I got their matcha latte with almond milk. it was good and exactly as I expected. PARKING There's construction happening on one road so I parked on the busy road temporarily. Leave yourself time to find parking if that side road is still unavailable. CLEANLINESS Walking into the check out area and it was clean, modern and beautifully decorated. read more

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Got the vegetable burrito to go with a side of smashed potatoes. The food was ready within 15 min. There's no specific pick up place, but i went to the front and asked a server and they were able to bring out my food right away. The smashed potatoes were okay, very garlicky but nothing special. I would go back just for the vegetable burrito though. Packed with different veggies and so flavorful. The sauce was also yummy. read more

Zuzu’s Petals - Veggie Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

So great that we went there twice in one trip!! The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, the outdoor seating is cute. But best of all, the food is delicious!!! The first time I got the fried chicken sandwich and this time I got the breakfast skillet which was also superb. All of their drinks are great as well, including their flash brew iced coffee! A must stop in Long Beach read more

Zuzu’s Petals - Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Parking is difficult unless you come before or after street sweeping. You order at the front and they guide you toward seating, then deliver the order to the table. Customer service was great, but it took a while for the drink and food to arrive. The Yuzu Colada Shaken Espresso and Lobster Omelette were both flavorfully flawless. The salad had some sort of lemon/citrus vinaigrette that was immaculate. Unfortunately, they charge a 4% Wellness Plan fee and the petite portion of the omelette left me hungry. read more

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Wow, I didn't know you could raise the taste of breakfast to this level. The bacon reminded me more of a thin pork belly and the potatoes were out of this world with a slight sweetness to them. I tried my wife's Ricotta and blueberry Pancakes which were stupid good. Let's top all this off with Their London Fog Tea which should be served at a Tea house. I wish the seating was a little more intimate but love the decor and theme and Oldies music. They hit it out of the park. We befriended Miguel who wasn't a server--but should be--And he took care of us. It's definitely a busy place. Definitely worth the trip. read more

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Always packed with a line. We waited about 15 mins to get seated. Ordered egg sand which and steak and eggs were really good here. Great coffee as well! read more

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Fun neighborhood restaurant. You order at the counter and then THEY find you a table. No worries about saving a table. You did not have to worry about finding a table. They have unique entrees. We ordered the single pancake that 3 inches high and probably 10 inches in diameter. When we cut into it, it was still raw. No worries, they took it back, figured out that the batter was too viscous and did not have enough milk and corrected it and we obviously got a new pancake. Their customer service is the best. While waiting for the new pancake, they gave us a warmed morning muffin on the house. Totally not necessary, but a nice touch by management. The pancake was well worth the wait, crispy outside and fluffy inside.It is made to be shared. Even when we shared it, we had to take the remainder home. We ordered the breakfast sando(sandwich) which was the perfect amount. Food is good, waitstaff is awesome. A great place to sit and enjoy a relaxing breakfast or lunch. I will be back to try their food again. read more

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Couldn't check into our hotel earlier so decided to check out Zuzu per our host suggestion. Walk was really short from city center hotel, I probably would say 5 minutes from there. Once we got there, we immediately were seated. You just have to come back to order your food. I got the skillet with strawberry pistachio matcha. I got scared before it arrived because someone else had matcha and said they weren't impressed. Once I got mine though, I was impressed. I loved it. My skillet was really good. It got me fulll and I was able to have leftovers. My boyfriend order the burrito and for the price, there was no sides which was a little disappointing but he enjoyed it. Overall, this place is a great first sport for me while visiting CA. read more

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Zuzu's Petals has been on my list for quite some time after seeing rave reviews about it on Instagram, and it totally lives up to the hype! I'm not really a breakfast person, but this place definitely converted me because the food and flavor combos were so well done! We got the pear jam matcha latte which was tasty and the perfect amount of sweetness. The pear jam went really well with the matcha! I got the flat iron steak and eggs and they were able to upgrade the side of house potatoes to the crispy smashed potatoes which I was very excited about. The steak was medium rare, perfectly cooked, and had a delicious compound butter on top. I got my eggs sunny side up, and you can see how deeply orange and creamy the yolk is - so good and also had a nice jammy texture! The crispy smashed potatoes were crispy on the outside, perfectly fluffy and tender on the inside, and came with a delicious side of chipotle aioli. Truly every component of this dish was spot on! My partner got the chicken and waffles which came with a blueberry compote, cinnamon pecan butter, and maple syrup. The chicken was super fresh and crispy, and the pairing with the blueberry compote and cinnamon butter on the waffle was the perfect sweet and savory bite! They definitely nailed their take on this popular brunch dish as well. We got there around 11AM and there was a small line but it moved fast. You order at the counter first, and I thought it was a very nice touch that the servers assist with finding tables after you order. Most places you just struggle to look for a table after ordering - so the service is very thoughtful! The owner is also out and about making sure things are running smoothly - refilling the water station and to go boxes and interacting with customers as well! We were seated in a shaded patio area that was cutely decorated for Valentine's Day. Definitely a cute date spot for brunch! I see why this has become such a popular place and we will definitely be back to try more things! read more

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A Long Beach brunch gem! A street-side cafe in Long Beach that hits all the right notes--cozy vibes, friendly staff, and delicious food. The Standouts: * Flat-Iron Steak & Eggs: The steak was tender and seasoned perfectly. Paired with "eggs your way" and their house potatoes, it's a hearty win. * The Bailey's: A total classic. The applewood smoked bacon had that perfect crunch, eggs, local sourdough and that house-made jam. Delicious! * Cafe Latte: creamy and smooth--the ideal companion for a slow morning. Can't wait to come back! read more

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The establishment was super cute and very clean. Waitstaff was friendly and attentive. Food was delicious. Had breakfast burrito with maple turkey sausage. It was good , would have liked a spicier sauce but over all would go back. read more

Zuzu’s Petals - A sign above their water station. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

This place has been voted a top place to eat by fellow Yelpers. The word is out-- this place is a trusted and delectable brunch eatery. With that being said, the question becomes why write a review for a place that not only has street clout but also is a darling for foodies? First, any place or person cannot rely on their august reputation to coast to their golden years, especially in a glut like LA's dining scene. An eatery must always maintain itself with current times and update its eats and design/vibe to remain competitive lest their sheen and luster fade. And thus, I add to the rose petals thrown at this place's feet but also challenge their aesthetic because I found it a bit disjointed--- like a ruby red rose whose stem is made out bark and twig. I had only heard good things about this place and decided to try it with my friend Alexa. She and I had agreed to meet there at 11:00 but I know enough about brunch experiences at celebrated places to go there early or else we might endure a wait that kills a good time. Yes, I would wait for the both us to avoid this possible pitfall. I waited 45 minutes in the line to order. By the time I got close to the register, Alexa arrived. We decided to split the chicken and waffles and also the skillet. She wanted to find a table, but I explained to her that there was a sign I saw as I waited that explained that patrons should not to find their own tables, staff will help them find one. We also got the smashed potatoes and each of us got a coffee. When I was there, waiting, I enjoyed seeing the emblems in red. For instance, I clipped the red door that I passed to get into the joint. It was the threshold that moved me from a line waiter to near customer. And thus this shade of red becomes that much more precious. The rose red was more pronounced and literal in some of the exterior walls of the joint. I clipped a rose silhouette that was precious, and kind of defining of the motif of the place. But it also had mentions of the movie of its a wonderful life. For example, before I got to the cashier I saw the phrase, "every time a bell rings an angel gets its wings." In back of me there were several photos from the film. Now, I have never seen the flick so perhaps roses are predominant in the movie. One of the staff members said that Zuzu was the dog in the film. To make it abundantly clear, I am not sure how red roses connect to a Yuletide favorite. Perhaps the answer lies in the film. But for me on this day, the two primary anchors of design were in competition and not not in cohesion. Perhaps, if the red roses were winter blue the connecting tissue would be easier to understand. The food was strong and easy to enjoy. What surprised me is that I expected to enjoy the waffle and chicken plate more than than skillet but I enjoyed the latter more. The skillet had those fluffy eggs that are made with milk or cream or bliss from a bovine. Now true, there is not much complexity in the dish, but the dish was something basic done extremely well, which is a prize to the patrons. I guess atop of all I could write would be that the skillet had familiar flavors- like cheese, and sausage, and garnish- but elevated to delicious comfort. The waffle and chicken plate was made scrumptious by the maple butter. By the time I got to the chicken and waffle the chicken had lost its fried crisp. The flavor of the batter was there 1000% but without the fried taste the chicken suffered. It was my fault. I did not wait for my food, my food waited for me and in that span of time it had lost its umph! like many do when they wait too long for someone they anticipate. The mashed potatoes were also an excellent bite. Again, familiar, not innovative, but a strong showing of a classic. I particularly loved the well balanced execution of fluff inside and the crisp of the potatoe outside. The smash in this plate was a solid yum. Alexa and I sat outside, right next to the patio, and enjoyed all of the dishes to a good extent. This place definetely offers great classics, with some modern touches. It is an easy answer to where should we go to brunch on a lazy Sunday when you have time to spare. read more

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Zuzu's is one of my favorite places in Long Beach. Their matcha is so good and the breakfast burrito with soyrizo is my go too! My partner got the chicken and waffles and the flavors were unique and mouth watering. The customer service is excellent and the vibes are filled with love and comfort. I'll definitely be coming back here again. read more

Zuzu’s Petals - Fried Chicken n' Waffles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

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WORTH THE WAIT! Zuzu's I've wanted to try for a while. I've been enticed by recommendations of fellow foodies, though when driving by, I would always see a line. I took the plunge and dined with one of my favorite couples. The lines moved very fast and I was so touched by the staff bringing water to us as we waited (about 20 minutes). We placed our order and were seated. Our food came out fresh and in shorter time than I'd expected. I pressed for the Breakfast Sandwich and left a very happy camper. Quality sourdough, thick cut bacon, egg and fontina cheese is paired with arugula and their house basil aioli and lemon vinaigrette. It was hearty and zesty leaving me wanting nothing more! I also enjoyed my iced pistachio latte which felt like it came out of your favorite local cafe. I'll be back! read more

I absolutely deplore order-at-counter tip restaurants, however, Zuzu's Petals is an exception for its excellent food. I ordered the chicken and waffles and my wife ordered their popular steak and eggs. Coffee was sweet and okay I guess. To be honest, I was skeptical and concerned that the chicken and waffle was going to be frozen chicken tenders and soggy waffle like most places, but it was quite the opposite. The waffle was thick but somehow crispy and the chicken was boneless, tasted homemade and the crispiness was comparable to fresh Popeye's chicken. In my opinion, this rivals the Roscoe's down the street. Even though my CnW was great, I was jealous of my wife's steak and eggs. This is not the kind of breakfast steak quality we're all used to getting from diners. The steak was tender wagyu and cooked perfectly. Like, honestly, it was the quality of steak you would order for dinner for double the price. I guess that's what this place was known for and it shows. Overall this place was great and if you're in the area, it is definitely a must-try brunch spot. read more

Zuzu’s Petals - Chicken and waffles, steak and eggs, fruit, Curious George and Cinnagave Shaken Espresso. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

I've been wanting to come here for a good while, but just never really had the chance. Great customer service. Nice layout. I wish I ordered more, but my small huge looking belly couldn't take it all in. Would love to come back! read more

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Finally tried Zuzu's Petals as it was recommended to me by a fellow Yelp Elite friend who said this was their favorite brunch spot in Long Beach - they said the line was worth it, and it so was! It honestly went pretty quickly and they had a good system for ordering and getting people seated. Although the space isn't the biggest, the ambiance was very cozy and intimate and the decorations were cute. The food was PERFECT, no notes! I wish I had taken a picture of the menu so I could remember everything we ordered. I ordered the lobster omelette with a whipped Boursin cheese spread yum! My fiance got the fried chicken n waffles and I think I actually liked his dish better than mine overall but both were so good. I LOVED my drink, the Blush & Bloom - strawberry compote was perfect an the matcha was strong! Also pls order the crispy smashed potatoes - I devoured these. Thank you to the kind staff for the great service and I can't wait to bring my next visitor here! read more

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Had the pleasure of trying Zuzu's Petals for the first time this week and it did NOT disappoint. I mean wow--I see why it's a local favorite! Sure, the line/wait to order and be seated was long at 10:30am the week after Christmas, but it was more than made up for by the stellar service and delicious food. It's clear by the service, ambiance, and menu that a lot of care and work are put into the place by the owners and staff. I ordered the brioche French toast, Jam n' Pear Matcha, and the table shared the Crispy Smashed Potatoes. Seriously, all three were unbelievably tasty AND presented so appealingly. I'm so excited to come back--and I'll be raving about that pear matcha drink for a while! PS. They serve Nonna Mercato pastries... YUM! read more

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We went to Zuzu's Petals in Long Beach for my mom's birthday brunch and had such a lovely experience. My sister warned us about the wait, so we arrived around 9:30am and were seated around 10:30. The hour wait honestly didn't feel too bad because it was a gloomy, cold morning, which made it feel kind of cozy. Once seated, everything moved quickly. I loved the open outdoor seating, and we ended up in a back corner that felt really intimate and perfect for celebrating. My mom and sister ordered the soyrizo burrito, my dad got the breakfast sandwich, and I had the steak and eggs. The breakfast sandwich was the biggest hit, and the potatoes from my dish were so good. I asked for my steak medium rare and they ABSOLUTELY delivered, it was cooked perfectly and tasted amazing with the butter on top. The coffee wasn't my favorite, but everything else more than made up for it. The service was great, and I believe the owner helped seat us and take our order, he was very kind. I'll definitely be back, but I recommend coming early to avoid a long wait. read more

Zuzu’s Petals - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

I had my eye on this place for lil bit and decided to try it because of the word around town Says it's the best brunch in Lbc. We'll let me tell you. Service is fast and friendly, you order your food choices then you'll be seated. Get here early because the line gets long and will continue to have lil rushes throughout the morning. The patio area is very nice to sit the ambiance is pretty cool with writing on the wall. And plants and shaded area to sit up front as well. Back to the food, omg the breakfast burrito with everything is bomb .Probably one of the best I've had. So it's true about the food here. Also had the Chicken and waffles. Like mother chicken was cooked and crispy to perfection and the waffle was too. I will be back Cheers!!! read more

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We ordered the Steak and eggs, breakfast burrito fully loaded, chicken and waffles, and dutch baby. Everything was delicious. No notes. Friendly staff. They also gave me a free orange juice, and good thing, bc i really really wanted it, but opted for coffee instead. Actually, one note: my cappuccino could've been better, but this isn't a coffee shop. Whatever. Instead of checking into a waitlist, you have to wait in line and they don't take your order until there is a table for you. Idk about all that, bc i rather check in and grab a coffee in the neighborhood. Whatever, it didn't take too long. The restaurant is themed after It's A Wonderful Life. Kinda random but it's cute. I can get down with George Bailey. read more

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I enjoyed the best hot ceremonial matcha tea ever! Zuzu's has a wonderful variety of hot and cold seasonal and traditional drinks. The Dutch baby pancake is considered a small plate, but it was the right amount of food for me! The fresh pieces of fruit and light syrup on top of the lightly crisp Dutch baby pancake was delicious! The Bailey's comes with a choice of bacon and sausage or two bacons/two sausages, two eggs, two pieces of bread from Nonna's, and lightly seasoned and crispy potatoes. If I ordered this again, I would order two pieces of bacon. Ample outdoor covered seating, friendly and helpful service, and so many food options! Everyone seemed happy to work here, and we felt welcomed as soon as we got here. Street parking can be a challenge, but don't let that stop you; it is worth it! If you're not sure what to order, they'll help you choose! read more

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First time here and I'll absolutely be back. Everything was absolutely delicious. So fresh and you can taste the intentionality of every ingredient. There was a mix up with my order but they fixed it free of cost and were so polite about it. The pancakes weren't too sweet which was amazing. The avocado tartine was my favorite. The pickled onions and Fresno chilies made it. I can't wait to come back to try more! There was plenty of shaded seating too which was great. read more

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Very cool place! This is such a nice breakfast, brunch and lunch spot! Customer service was great with smiley faces. They have a lot of good options from croissants, burgers, steak, pancakes, fresh juices, coffee, tea options and mimosas drinks. They have inside and outside seating and a self serve water station. I came for breakfast and wanted steak, eggs and potatoes! It was wonderful and the steak was seasoned soo good with the house butter on top. $31 bucks for the plate. Pressed OJ $6 bucks. There is a wellness plan added on to the bill 4%, the mandated employee health care that small business owners have to provide, depending upon how many employees they have. Anyways i enjoyed myself and yes i would eat here again and try other items! I was very impressed. When i left here at 9am a big line was happening on a wednesday morning. Food rating: Steak and egg plate 9.0\10 delicious! read more

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Coffee and food both amazing!!! For food we ordered an lobster omelete which was the best in my opinion, a breakfast burrito, and a kids pancake with side of fruit, for drinks we had an capuccino and a mocha iced latte. read more

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I absolutely love this place! I don't know what they put in their eggs, but they are so freaking good!! You do have to wait in line and order at the counter before being seated so depending on the time of day it can take a bit to get your food ordered and sit down however, it's absolutely worth it! Today, my friend and I split the Bailey's, which is a basic breakfast with eggs, bacon, house, potatoes, or tater tots, and insanely good crunchy sourdough bread. we also shared the chicken and waffles, I literally kept making yummy noises with every bite. I truly love this place and go there anytime I'm near Long Beach. read more

It was good. Extremely over priced. Not enough peppers or onions in the skillet for it to be enjoyable. Ordered a matcha and side of sourdough. $34 breakfast in total. If more of the ingredients were actually in the skillet it probably would've been worth it. Skillet was mostly egg. Sourdough should 100% come with this entree in my opinion. read more

Zuzu’s Petals - All egg. Close to no peppers and very little onions - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

I love when a food moment sneaks up on you. My son walked in one afternoon, handed me a pastry from Zuzu's Petals, and said, "Mom, trust me--this one's bomb." And he never wastes his effort on anything less. This beauty was possibly the Passion Fruit Kouign-Amann--I later fell down a delicious rabbit hole discovering that Zuzu's brings in pastries from Nonna Mercato. Whatever it was, it stopped me mid-bite. Imagine the buttery flakes of an almond croissant, but with a soft custard heart that glowed with citrus--almost lemon, bright enough to feel refreshing, delicate enough to feel intentional. Powdered sugar on the outside, layers crisp enough to whisper when you break them apart. A pastry with personality. And as if that wasn't enough to hook me, their seasonal menu is completely my vibe. Think pumpkin dutch babies, house-made pumpkin sauce lattes, a Jam'n Pear Matcha with pear-vanilla jam, autumn lattes with apple "caramel," and the kind of specialty drinks that make you feel like you're stepping into a cozy moment the second you read the description. This is the kind of café that celebrates the seasons in all the right ways. What I know of the space so far is through photos and secondhand stories: a light-filled modern café, hip baristas pulling gorgeous espressos and matchas, and lines of people waiting with that "I know this is worth it" energy. And now, thanks to that one perfect pastry (and a seasonal menu speaking directly to my soul), I'm officially converted. My next trip to Long Beach has a mandatory stop, and Zuzu's Petals is it. read more

Zuzu’s Petals - This may be the PASSION FRUIT KOUIGN-AMANN provided by Nonna - it had a lemon-like flavor so I may be wrong - it was AMAZING! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Zuzu's Petals is a small brunch spot with outdoor seating only, covered or uncovered. You wait in line, which is often long on the weekends, order at the counter and seat yourself when a table opens up. Special shout out to the seasonal Jam'n Pear Matcha. I thought it was so unique and had the perfect amount of sweetness from the vanilla and pear. We ordered the House Pancakes which were lovely with the fresh berries and cinnamon creme fraiche on top. I also enjoyed the Breakfast Sandwich, mostly because the bread was so crunchy and good. The white of the egg was still a bit runny, so I ended up scooping that part off. There were a lot of flavorful components that made up this sandwich, and each meal was on the large side so we could have split one. I loved how fresh all of the dishes were. read more

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Must try!! Tucked away off 3rd and Alamitos in Long Beach, is this cute little breakfast/brunch spot. I live in the area and always see a long line for this one, but I can attest - it's worth the wait. Line moves fairly quick too. You place order first, then they sit you - with both indoor and outdoor options. I got the fried chicken and waffles + a single house pancakes. Both were absolutely amazing. The chicken, the blueberry compote, the waffle and even the butter were all superb. Crispy waffle, yet still soft. Chicken we perfectly fried and juicy. The blueberry compote is a little sweet - so I ate it without any syrup. Then there was the pancake, I would have to put it on my top 3 best pancakes ever. Perfectly fluffy and flavored. The fruit and whipped cream on top were just phenomenal and balanced it all out. I can't say enough amazing things about this place. Sad it took me so long to come, but will be back to try everything else out too! If you're in the area, be sure to check them out - you won't be disappointed. read more

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