34 Best Breakfast Restaurants near Irvine

“We had such a great experience at Broken Yolk Café! The food was fresh, flavorful, and served with that perfect homemade touch that makes breakfast feel extra special. The service was fast and friendly, and the atmosphere is bright, clean, and welcoming — the kind of place that instantly puts you in a good mood.

From the coffee to the entrées, everything was delicious and cooked just right. A perfect spot for a relaxing morning, family brunch, or a quick bite that hits the spot.

Highly recommended if you love great breakfast, great vibes, and great service! 🥞🍳☕✨“

“I love the cool clean freshness of modern architecture and light the restaurant provides; with a decided touch of old ranch atmosphere; you can be left alone to yourself, or join in community. The food is varied, always fresh, healthy, creative modern nouvelle cuisine along with more traditional dishes, the ingredients definitely high quality -California Sunshine. If you really wish to muse, meditate, read, or silently work, the place is surrounded by little nooks and crannies in the midst of nature. You can even lull yourself to a nap, abandoning all care for a few precious minutes. Or else you can sit outside in community, perhaps choosing a more intimate table conversational setting on certain days, resolving the woes or the theories our world is constructed on. All together a complete experience🙏 Thank you.“

“Tasty food, fun atmosphere at 1pm midweek. Gloria, our host, friendly knowledgeable and attentive. Praise the Name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth who makes all experiences the best. BR great…w Jesus best“

“Service is quick and friendly. I order regular fries and got a fruit cup. The fruit is always fresh and the fries are nice a crispy. Plus they have all the soccer game at the bar which is a big plus for entertainment. Hopefully they will play all the games for the World Cup 2026.“

“A casual spot known for Taiwanese‑style breakfast and brunch classics — think soy milk, rice rolls, buns, and fried pastries. Many visitors enjoy the traditional flavors and unique breakfast fare, but reviews are mixed overall, with some guests praising the authentic menu and others noting slow service or inconsistent quality.“

“first time. lovely experience. everything was very good, but not extraordinary. the avocado toast was pretty bland, couldn’t taste the avocado or cream cheese. the turkish coffee was a surprise - i don’t usually drink black coffee unless it’s very good coffee, this one i could drink it black. loved the candy that came with the coffee. service was basic, more like neighborhood family restaurant style, and they both were on the quiet side. the decor was nice and chic, not so fancy. the place was clean and quiet. overall, it’s good but on the pricier end.“

“Have been a very satisfied regular @EatChow CM for several years. The menu varies seasonally, selections are plated attractively & are always delicious; love the fried green tomatoes😋. Eric & his crew are cordial with the right balance of attentiveness. Undoubtedly authentic, consistently never fails to please & a local, late night favorite🧘🏻‍♀️“

“Service and breakfast was excellent“

“Been a while but drove 20 miles up PCH to have a meal here after 7 years.“

“good food great price pancakes are big and fluffy. would go back if I lived down there“

“What a wonderful little place! There are plenty of items on the menu to choose from, as well as gluten-free alternatives. We had shrimp and mashed potatoes; both were excellent! Service was very good while dining al fresco.“

“We have eaten here many times and the food has always been great. The server was great and my coffee NEVER ran out! Very important for me. I decided to try the eggs benedict, it was a busy Sunday so this may explain it some, but it was a disappointment. One egg was right the other over poached and hard. The hollendaise tasted like way to much mustard. There was only a small amount and had to ask for more which I didn't actually want once I tasted it. BUT, the potato pancakes were awesome and the spinach with cheese omelet was perfect! On person had the Belgian waffle which was also perfect. I will continue to eat here just won't have the eggs Benedict.
Prices have gone up but what restaurant hasn't had to raise them?“

“Looking for great food and great service in a relaxing, friendly environment ? Look no further as the Belgium Waffle Haus is 'your' place. They have a wide selection of various specialties for breakfast/brunch/lunch - whatever your palate is craving for. And a nice way to treat yourself!“

“Woohoo! This was an AWESOME meal! Service was helpful, friendly, knowledgeable and attentive! Our entire table only ate pizza or chicken pot pie! Everyone finished their plates!!! Yum! we did manage to squeeze in dessert and it was worth it!!! 10/10 will be back again. Shout-out to our amazing server Kaitlyn!!! 🤓♥️🥊🔥👊🏼🎉🐐🎄🎁I“

“Service was amazing and food was great! I’m in a food coma with the sample Mimosas that put me into the coma“

“I’ve been here for breakfast but did you know they also have lunch options too?!!! I was excited to try them since I love all their breakfast stuff and I was definitely happy! Everything I had was 😋 yummy! They also had these canned popping boba drinks and that was a nice surprise, I got the Lychee one and would definitely buy it again.

🥪Ribeye Asada chopped cheese Toastie
🍔The Truffle Crunch Burger
🥔Chorizo Chili Cheese Hash
🌯The Ribeye California burrito“

“Love the Chilaquiles and the protein pancakes. Great service of Lucia �“

“Great food and great services. Fantastic customer service by the front end staff. 1st time here, and could have been a one off, but uneven distribution of ingredients in burrito. No eggs in one half and lots in the other half. I’ll be back again for sure. Open on in San Fernando Valley please!“

“Sometimes they have entertainment in the evening and the comedy show is the best! The tickets are $15, and the intimate venue make for a great evening of hilarious comedy.“

“Loaded Café was a solid choice for breakfast. I got the breakfast burrito really tasty and definitely filling. The food overall was flavorful and came out hot. The atmosphere wasn’t bad at all casual and comfortable. Service could’ve been a little quicker, but nothing major. I’d come back to try more from the menu“

“Delicious and very nice set of menu“

“I've been coming here since I was a kid and it always satisfies! Today was wonderful. The french crepe was excellent. Honestly a huge highlight was our amazing waiter Cedric, who was an absolute ray of sunshine!! Cedric's enthusiasm really elevated our experience. Always a fan of Original House of Pancakes :)“

“Cloud Cafe is a bright and inviting breakfast spot offering a variety of delicious morning dishes and fresh coffee. The menu features generous portions and flavorful options, perfect for starting your day right. Friendly staff and a cozy atmosphere make it a local favorite for breakfast or brunch.“

“My husband and I are staying locally we looked for a highly recommended breakfast place via Google ❤️ this place is amazing 🤩 I ordered online, to go, & I love that they paid attention to our special requests 😋 great food 🍔 great donuts 🍩 great coffee ☕️“

“The food was great, and the place looked beautiful, however there was one weird thing about it. Throughout us eating here, there were these random animals that kept coming up to us. At first it was fine, just like ducks and chipmunks, but then i started seeing mice? It just kinda weirded me out, but then we saw a tiger and a bear?! I just can’t believe they let these animals into the restaurant.“

“Great place and excellent service. Thanks Rosie!!“

“Great food!!!! we had churo French toast combo. 😋😍yummy“

“Building Skills That Last Beyond the Job Working at Snooze A.M. Eatery helps employees develop valuable, transferable skills that extend far beyond the restaurant industry. Team members gain experience in communication, time management, multitasking, and customer service—skills that are useful in virtually any career path. Employees learn how to work effectively under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude and high standards. These experiences help build professionalism and resilience, making Snooze a strong foundation for future opportunities. Additionally, Snooze emphasizes accountability and leadership at every level. Employees are encouraged to take ownership of their responsibilities and support one another as a team. This collaborative environment helps individuals grow as leaders, whether they remain in hospitality or move into other industries. By working at Snooze A.M. Eatery, employees not only earn a paycheck but also gain skills, confidence, and experience that will benefit them long after their time with the company For more articles like this please call Sean Sullivan at (657) 263-6082“

“I come from Los Angeles to Irvine just for “I Heart Pancakes”, and the quality of this restaurant never changes. The staff are always friendly and professional and the food is high quality and absolutely delicious. The owner’s hospitality is truly the best. Highly recommended!“

“Exceptional service and delicious food! We had lunch and dinner for 3 straight days and it was always awesome!“

“This place has, by far, the best breakfast shop around! The avocado breakfast burrito is my fav!“

“This cafe is located tight near Hoag hospital, and is perfect for a quick bite if you are waiting at the hospital. They offer real food, far from your typical hospital cafeteria. To top it off the staff is SO friendly and the food is good to top it off.“

“The Lobby Cafe is such a cool new spot in the Tustin District—small, trendy, and beautifully decorated. My family and I stopped in for brunch and loved everything we tried: the breakfast burrito, eggs benedict, French toast, and wagyu burger, plus a few lattes to share.

Our standouts? Definitely the Ube French Toast, the perfectly cooked Eggs Benedict, the refreshing iced Matcha Latte, and the cozy hot Spanish Latte. Service was fast and friendly, making the whole visit even better. Bianca and her staff are young, energetic and friendly.

We’ll definitely be back whenever we’re in Tustin for a delicious, laid-back brunch!“