Restaurants in Brea

“My daughter and I ate there yesterday for the first time! The chicken was very tender and tasty… I recommend the chicken club sandwich. My daughter got the Cobb salad and the portion was huge! Their specialty lemonades are really good too! I tried the strawberry and basil! Yum!”

“The food here was so delicious! The quality of the sashimi is really fresh. We got the Chubby Sashimi, and it did not disappoint. The price for the food is also really reasonable. The Chubby Sashimi was only $60. At other places, it would probably be at least $100. The oysters were amazing. They were super clean and tasted buttery. My kids loved the rolls so much they wanted seconds. Our server was so nice and attentive. Overall, everything was amazing. Definitely would recommend this place.”

“This is THE BEST fine dining steakhouse in North OC with a vibrant, classy atmosphere. From the steaks and seafood to the cocktails and old-fashioneds… everything is amazing. We’ve been patrons since it opened and would even order takeout (even old-fashioneds to go!) during the pandemic. A splurge but absolutely worth it.”

“First time visiting and food was amazing and our server Damian was fantastic! We will be back!!”

“Great place to dine . Friendly service and great atmosphere. Food is tasty and plenty to eat . Desserts are delicious!!! 😍♥️”

“Very friendly and welcoming staff. We got 6 different drinks and they are all good. They have a variety of drinks on their menu with their seasonal offerings. Highly recommend them 🧋”

“The Best of Mediterranean”

“The cookies are always great. The employees sometimes stand around and ignore customers that need help using the touchscreen order pad. I have witnessed older people walk in, not know how to use the touch screen device, and employees just watch them struggle. Other than that everything is great.”

“What a great find. The restaurant and the coffee! I try to stop in whenever I'm in the area for a delicious cup of coffee. Great job, fellas!”

“Great food great company great service”

“Friendly and amazing owners. Food is wonderful”

“Ordered a Chai Latte, Dirty Chai Latte, chicken pesto sandwich, and the turkey arugula sandwich. Everything was fresh, hot, and delicious. Highly recommend this place.”

“I went in here this afternoon and food was very good and the customer service is always great. The workers are always working hard. I highly recommend this place if you want to avoid any attitude issues like a lot of businesses have today”

“Third time here in a week. Sandwich’s are out of this world! I can only eats half and I look forward all day to the other half.”

“Honestly I was going to order basic pizza. I'm glad I tried something new. My family loved the pizza . It has a very original taste it's not sure if it's garlic butter or something along those like got the Hawaiian which at most places the ham over powers the taste of pineapple but this place just knows how to cook it perfectly where your tasting the pineapple and all the other ingredients more then just the Canadian bacon, Aka ham. Also ordered their pepperoni not greasy and over powering with cheese just perfect with the same great taste. This is the go to place for real good overeating pizza.”

“The food was really good and the gentleman working behind the counter was courteous and professional, the older lady was very rude and impatient. Will not be going again”

“Great sandwiches. The store was spotless! Very clean!”

“Always good treats on warm days. You can never go wrong.”

“I enjoyed my experience while here. Was told a lot about the location and tried their seasonal drink for Halloween. I got one of the red bull drinks and loved it. I am personally not a fan of red bull, but i would get the drink again.”

“Food was excellent. Many choices on the menu and good portions. King crab legs with garlic seasoning was so tasty. Service was great and staff very friendly.”

“Great food and service and prices”

“Food was great, service was outstanding. Matt, our server, was friendly, professional, made recommendations and checked on us just often enough.”

“We love love your restaurant!! You have the best grilled chicken ever!! We dine here about twice a month. We love Paris she is a fantastic server. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience every time. ❤️”

“Fiery Crab's garlic butter sauce should be illegal. It’s THAT good”

“Great beer and food. Recommend the firecracker shrimp appetizer”

“Hidden Gem

Pros:
Good food
Big portions
Friendly service
Nice ambiance ( in hotel )
Typically, no wait to seat

Cons:
Parking costs money downstairs
Slightly slow since they're not usually busy”

“Nine Social is a new wine bar in downtown Brea. It is not just another wine bar. The decor and setting have many unique elements. According to Tom, the owner, they had 9 people contributed to the creation of this business. Tom is a serial entrepreneur with talent in business, art and technology. He is the guy playing the keyboard in my photos. When he was not playing the keyboard, he carried his dog and chatted with customers. The bar is his pet project. Kelly is the main server and bartender. She has a warm smile. I stopped by on a Friday evening. The music, drinks and the charcuterie board were fair. This is a place to relax and enjoy some wine or cocktail with friends. I will be back.”

“😋Delicious , in every bite , a different kind of taste that II enjoyed eating , delivered in our office and still tastes great , hot and fresh ❤️😋Thanks”

“First time there… the food was excellent and the service was great! Friendly and very helpful. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Finally some good food. I've got to say that the owner of this restaurant and the staff there are the most nicest down-to-earth 💞”

“Fun!!! Loved the vibes, but most importantly the food was phenomenal, not to mention the prices 🤌🤌 Had a great time celebrating my birthday here with family.”

“Had a rehearsal dinner for our sons wedding here. The food was great and service was awesome. This was the first time for Angie and O to eat at a Buck di Beppo and glad we had such a great experience.”

“A nice, well managed branch of Olive Garden. Great service and good standard Olive Garden food. Cheers. Also, this location is located right across from Brea Mall.”

“They have a patio area to hold and event. Check them out it's amazing here.”

“The bomb dot com 💣💣💣 good service and great food. Really enjoyed our time. Love brea.”

“🍅 🍲 And a lot of friendly peoples. Atmosphere is very nice and decorated.”

“Meleak was ahhhhmazing with her customer service, personality, and engaging demeanor. She was more than just attentive..... she made service her priority. It was so refreshing in this day and age. Hats off to Meleak!!!”

“We stopped in for a quick bite to eat (“eat to bite:” Tom Hanks in “Terminal,” 2004). Had a very nice sandwich, and a restful time to enjoy it.”

“I caught them right before closing so I got my food to go. It's a cute little restaurant. I got the broccoli and chicken with a side of white rice. Perfect amount of food, really tasty. I would go definitely go again when im in the area.”

“I love Pepe's. Quality of food is excellent . Service is always friendly. Prices are w/in range for alot of yummy food that will
satisfy that growling tummy⭐👍p.s. be patient in the drive thru, they cook fresh food,
that is worth the wait or just go
inside and order! Shredded beef
anything is bomb, guacamole is just as bomb, enchiladas, tamales, tacos, carnitas, chicken. This is not fast food!
Really🩷”

“Haven’t dined at Red Lobster in over 15 years. Food was wonderful and the service was great! Nice location, friendly staff and abundant seating. Highly recommended!”

“Great vibes! Great drinks and food.”

“The services from Israel is the best. We are macys worker and he always help us to get our food ready and the service the best. Very friendly, kind and respectful. The best service from Israel”

“Had a lovely and delicious brunch. Avocado toast is 🔥! Lavender latte for the win!!”

“Run! Don't walk! The banana pudding is outstanding. The staff is always so sweet and makes you feel so welcome. All of their Bakery selections are just yummy and tasty. But obviously to me the star of the show is the banana pudding.”

“Great Customer Service. Sylvia and her crew understand CS. Just go”

“Although I don’t eat pork and wasn’t able to try the dumplings (most had pork in them), I still had a great experience. I ordered the hot spicy fish fillet, and it was absolutely delicious and perfectly cooked, flavorful, and had just the right level of heat. The staff was helpful and the restaurant was clean and welcoming. I appreciate that they had tasty non pork options.”

“We stopped by IHOP for a late-night dinner and were greeted promptly with no wait time—seated right away, which was a great start. Our server, Rosario, was very friendly and gave us a few minutes to look over the menu before taking our drink orders.

Our family ordered breakfast items, including omelets and the Split Decision plates. My wife’s Build Your Own Omelet came out missing a couple of ingredients, but impressively, the kitchen and Rosario caught the mistake before we even had a chance to say anything and fixed it right away.

I did end up grabbing condiments myself after asking, but Rosario appeared to be the only server managing five other tables and handling to-go orders—so it’s understandable. She definitely deserves some extra support, but she stayed friendly and professional throughout.

All around, it was a great meal with good service. We'd definitely come back again.”

“I received the best customer service on Monday Morning at Mountain Mikes Pizza in Brea...She was a sweet lady...I don't remember her name...But, her friendly demeanor made my entire day...and My birthday pizza was FLAWLESS... If she reads this...or someone from that store...or one of my friends visiting that store...please tell her thank you. Tony”

“the best burgers 🍔 around 😋”

“I have been going to De Oro La Puerta for lunch for years; their food is delicious! Last Sunday, they catered my wedding and all the guests raved about it. It was so reasonably priced, and Diana (or Diane, so sorry I don't have the name written😭) went above and beyond for us. She made it easy and so beautifully catered! Thank you so much!😋😍”

“From start to finish this is a great place. Friendly service from the staff. Food was great and filling. Feel the comforts of home when I was here. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟”

“Great quality smoothies on a regular basis and staff is super friendly every time.”

“This is the best sushi place I go Pretty much 3 to 4 times a week Such great fresh sushi and great service”

“This place is great! Best sushi in Brea in my opinion. I get a little picky with my sushi quality and this place is delicious, priced nicely and service was outstanding. I will be back again soon!”

“Delicious grilled shrimp tacos with cabbage and plain diced tomatoes - the shrimp was prepared perfectly. My husband had grilled chicken breast tacos which were also delicious. Wish list: sliced plain avocado or avocado crema for the topping on the shrimp taco! 😊🌮🌮🌮🌮🌮⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“There’s nothing quite as beautifully welcoming and authentic in all ways. This a second home to me and the owner is a great friend of mine now. They created an indescribably wonderful place where so many of us have created friendships with people that come in the door at any given time. It’s just amazing.”

“A great option when you're in the mood for anything authentically Mexican. They have a robust menu, solid service in English or Spanish, and the portions are large enough for leftovers!”

“Great place for German Food and Beer!”

“Great place for German Food and Beer!”

“5 out of 5! The Pita GR crew are always very helpful and friendly. We come in quite regularly a couple of the girls know what my husband's usual is, and what are my 2 favorites. The food is always very good quality and prepared consistently well.”

“It’s one of my favorite breakfast to get a few times a week before work. Açaí bowl, strawberries, bananas and I add blueberries. Fills me up all day. The People are so nice as well. Can’t wait to go again! 🍓🫐🍌”

“Quick stop for breakfast and had a great experience! Ordered Huevos Rancheros in green salsa and coffee. Tasty tomatillos sauce, crispy tortillas and fresh eggs.

Staff is very accommodating and the place is very clean and cozy.”

“Good healthy food fast service and it’s cheaper than I expected I come back again!”

“Yummy food, delicious drinks and great staff. They treat you like familia!”

“They never raise their prices due to the so-called inflation, and they never shrunk their products and the quality is exactly the same as always, and the employees don’t give you attitude, always pleasant❤️”

“Express Wok has been our family’s go-to takeaway for Chinese food. We’ve been coming here for YEARS!Their Orange Chicken, Sweet Chili Chicken and Teriyaki Chicken are some of our favorites.Annie’s customer service is amazing and she always has a friendly greeting when you walk in.It’s a popular spot so they are constantly cooking dishes to replace those that are running low.Good value and great portions! The food is so tasty and yummy.”

“Been eating here for many years, but I'm moiling farther away. I miss their salid bar. The staff is always friendly and the food is great”

“Love this place🥰 Best coffee and bakery in town 💗”

“Togo’s is one of my favorite sandwich shops. Always fresh ingredients and bread. I frequent this location in Brea and the owner and staff are just a great as the food. Very friendly which makes the experience great across the board.”

“Applause to the staff here. They were super attentive and thoughtful. This is the first time I've been to Kabuki. Food was good, prices were reasonable, and the service was great. The fried ice cream was a highlight.”

“REDEMPTION!!!! The other night I had the worst chili cheese fries from a location down the street.
Tonight's food was fresh,hot, and delicious. I even got a free corn dog that was piping hot and crispy to perfection. Thank you! I will be coming back to this location.”

“This is my favorite place to get a strawberry matcha. The atmosphere is great to get work done on a laptop. There is also ample outdoor seating with a very nice fire pit.”

“Q: Ever had a burger so good you came back twice in one day?

A: Welcome to Olinda Burger, where that’s just a normal Saturday.

No reservations. No hype. Just a random drive through Brea that turned into a full-blown love story with a burger joint that feels like a movie set. You think you’re pulling into a motorcycle shop… then boom, grill smoke, good music, and people biting into burgers like they’re tasting joy for the first time.

🍔 Let’s talk about that burger

I went with the Standard Burger and if you’ve ever wanted to taste what “done right” feels like, this is it. No filler. No BS. Just thick, juicy, high quality beef that slaps you with flavor and hugs you with every bite.

They’re not faking it with fluffy buns or sneaky toppings. This thing stands on flavor alone and it stands tall. Other customers go nuts for the Smokeshow and the peanut butter meets sriracha wildness of the SPBB, and honestly, I believe the hype. Those are next on my hit list as everyone around me was hyping it up.

🍟 Fries that feed an army. Tenders that convert picky kids.

We got the fries with the burger and these weren’t just big, they were borderline absurd in the best way. Crispy golden giants, made to share (but good luck with that).

Tried the chicken tenders for my daughter. She’s nine. She’s picky. She took one bite and said, “These are the best I’ve ever had.” She’s now making plans to come back with her cousins like it’s her mission.

🧊 That tea though…

Iced raspberry peach sunset tea. Just read that again. It’s not syrupy. It’s not fake sweet. It’s tea, but make it soulful. Like summer in a glass. Like something you’d write a poem about if you had more time and better handwriting.

☕ Coffee lovers, they see you

Next door, Carbon Canyon Coffee is throwing down some serious caffeine game. Slow brewed Japanese style cold brew that tastes like it’s been thinking about your soul all night. No weird flavors. No fake syrups. Just honest to goodness craft coffee.

They’ve even got Thrifty’s Ice Cream, pure nostalgia in a scoop.

🪑 Ambiance that makes you want to live here

The outdoor patio? Chef’s kiss. A breeze that hits just right, gentle music, and the kind of seating setup that makes you stay longer than you planned. Wheelbarrow tables. Cozy nooks. One spot even feels like a tucked away reading den if books had a scent, it’d be burgers and fresh air.

🎁 Extras you didn’t know you needed

There’s a little shop with plants, knickknacks, and merch you’ll end up buying because you want to take a piece of the vibe home. And the staff? On a different level. The owner stepped out to give my daughter a free chocolate ice cream just because it’s summer and “why not live a little?” I mean, who does that anymore?

🏁 Final Word: Is Olinda Burger worth the hype?

No. It’s worth more than the hype. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to bring your friends, your family, your coworker who’s having a bad week, just so they can feel what you felt.

If you’re in Brea and don’t make the time for Olinda Burger, I can’t help you. This place is that good.

Get the burger. Try the tea. Sit in the sun. And let yourself fall in love with a spot that’s doing everything right.

(P.s. will update with more photos, we couldn’t wait to eat some missed a few early photos)”

“definitely unprofessional not ok to tell a customer that even though the person taking your order over the phone messed up your order then you call then rude employee female at 6:30 pm answer the phone saying they can resend it out but charge me delivery fee again which is not ok or how it works I worked for domino's for a few years now and we don't do bussiness like that at all its unprofessional to lie to a customer then when the customer ask for a manger you don't put them on hold for 15 minutes and you over hear the person on the phone say just great saying not professional things about the customer completely rude and employee needs written up an reprimanded for this type of behavior but the manager is going to make it right but no customer should ever have to wait 45 minutes more to get there correct order completely not ok hopefully the GM and the district manager will look into the store off bear valley in apple valley to train there employees in proper procedures and professional way to handle customer service we order all the time never have these type of issues very disappointed”

“Had the banana cream matcha and the matcha einspanner. Both were so good. The einspanner low key tasted just like airoma. I couldn’t tell the difference. They had the best banana cream matcha I ever had. Real bananas. Perfect creaminess and texture. They also don’t up charge for different milk options. They allow u to add more matcha for free too. Def my new go to spot.”

“Food never disappoints, fast friendly service, a real neighborhood establishment we are lucky to have so close! The chorizo and egg breakfast, chicken salad, and chili fries are my favorites.”

“Always a great time at Shady Nook”

“Love their food! It’s delicious every single time”

“Their burritos are amazing”

“Clean atmosphere, beautiful smiles”

“吃台灣的平民美食，有回家的感覺。”

“la mejor 🍕 pizza. se los recomiendo.”

“Great way to tune up your short/wedge game. Clubhouse was great, fast and friendly. Was surprised at new course layout with 9 being 1 but not sure how new this really is. No matter. Still a great round”

“This place always has a long line, but got lucky this time and there wasn’t one. Everyone is always very friendly and helpful. The Cinnabons are delicious and sweet.”

“Great customer service, the people that work her seem happier, give Bree and hazel a raise. They made my day after my shift at my local starbucks.welcoming environment and inclusive environment. And positive workers.”

“Service was beyond 5 stars, they were sweet helpful and fast.. I got a half salad, half rice poke bowl and it tasted fresh and delicious.”

“Do not go to the Brea Imperial Starbucks in Brea🙏🏻🙏🏻 90% of the barista‘s have attitude🗑🤬”

“I've been coming here for 5 years now. It's always consistent. Their mac salad is unrivaled!!
Angie was nice to see after a long day at work today as her smile was very welcoming. Eddie is always nice to talk to as well. Thank you!!

Try their Moco Loco...
5 Stars!”

“7/14/22 I made a lunch reservation for six of us today at the Brea, California location. Best food ever, of course. But, the biggest kudos go to our server-Eluzia! I cannot remember having a better server anywhere(and I’m an old lady). This young person had it all, from the smile on her face, to her knowledge of the menu, to her impeccable service, to her willingness to get whatever we needed! If you are lucky enough to have Eluzia serve your meal, you’re in for a super time.”

“Been eating here for many years, but I'm moiling farther away. I miss their salid bar. The staff is always friendly and the food is great”

“What a great find. The restaurant and the coffee! I try to stop in whenever I'm in the area for a delicious cup of coffee. Great job, fellas!”

“Clean atmosphere, beautiful smiles”

“My daughter and I ate there yesterday for the first time! The chicken was very tender and tasty… I recommend the chicken club sandwich. My daughter got the Cobb salad and the portion was huge! Their specialty lemonades are really good too! I tried the strawberry and basil! Yum!”

“Great vibes! Great drinks and food.”

“I went in here this afternoon and food was very good and the customer service is always great. The workers are always working hard. I highly recommend this place if you want to avoid any attitude issues like a lot of businesses have today”

“The cookies are always great. The employees sometimes stand around and ignore customers that need help using the touchscreen order pad. I have witnessed older people walk in, not know how to use the touch screen device, and employees just watch them struggle. Other than that everything is great.”

“My mom and I visited this restaurant for the first time, and it was a wonderful experience! Catherine and Christina were the ones who helped us, and they were both incredibly friendly and helpful, ensuring we had everything we needed. The food was good, especially the garlic ranch pita chips – they were a standout! We’ll definitely be back to try more from the menu. Highly recommend this place for great service and tasty food!”

“Haven’t dined at Red Lobster in over 15 years. Food was wonderful and the service was great! Nice location, friendly staff and abundant seating. Highly recommended!”

“If you don't mind paying a premium for Southern-style BBQ from a restaurant chain, Lucille's is a fun and satisfying destination.

The Locale:
Located right off the 57 Freeway on Imperial Highway, this Lucille's is clean with an enjoyable aesthetic. It's made to look like a mid-20th century smokehouse.

The Service:
The entire wait staff is friendly and competent, but our server, Erika, was exceptional. She made excellent recommendations, was quick to respond, and brought what we needed even before we asked for it. I can't compliment her enough.

The Food:
My dad and I shared the Feast for Two package in which you pick an appetizer, entree, and dessert from a set menu. We chose fried onion strings for the starter, pork belly, sausage, and baby back ribs for the main course, and chocolate cake for the dessert.

The fried onions were good but were so intertwined like Velcro that it was hard not to spill some eveytime we tried to pull a few strings off the plate. The pork belly was moist with a nice layer of fat (that's a good thing with this choice!). The baby back ribs were solid. And the sausage was genuinely spicy and juicy.

Oddly enough the chocolate cake was too sweet and not dense or moist at all; it fell apart every time I tried to cut a piece off.

My wife orders the country fried steak, which was yummy. Her veggie sides were just average though.

The Price:
This is where it hurts. The price of everything on the menu has seen to gone up since the last time I visited. Including tip and taxes, our meal for 3 people came out to be more than $100. This means fewer visits for us overall per year. Bad for us, bad for their business.

The Conclusion:
Lucille's offers a fun vibe and mostly delicious Southern-style food. But a few average dishes and the steep prices make Lucille's a place I would only go to for special occasions.”

“Ordered a Chai Latte, Dirty Chai Latte, chicken pesto sandwich, and the turkey arugula sandwich. Everything was fresh, hot, and delicious. Highly recommend this place.”

“Great food and service and prices”

“I always order food to go from here so I can’t comment on the service or atmosphere, but the food is always good. Favorite is the koobideh, but I’ve also had the chicken kabob, rigatoni Rosa, chicken pesto linguine, chicken pesto panini, and the flat iron shish kabob. Everything is good. The chicken is a little dry, but [I believe] it is white meat, so that is to be expected. The koobideh occasionally comes out with one half of the skewer a little more cooked than the other half. No matter, it’s always delicious as is all the food I’ve tried here so I highly recommend it.”

“Had a lovely and delicious brunch. Avocado toast is 🔥! Lavender latte for the win!!”

“Their burritos are amazing”

“Clean atmosphere, beautiful smiles”

“Third time here in a week. Sandwich’s are out of this world! I can only eats half and I look forward all day to the other half.”

“I enjoyed my experience while here. Was told a lot about the location and tried their seasonal drink for Halloween. I got one of the red bull drinks and loved it. I am personally not a fan of red bull, but i would get the drink again.”