Suggestions for Sunday brunch/breakfast in OC (Laguna/Newport/CM/Irvine)?
We're taking a friend for a birthday breakfast.
Problem is I know all the places in OC and keep hoping that some Chowhound will enlighten me about a hitherto unknown (great) place.
Right now, in consideration we have Taco Rosa Champagne Buffet, Beachcomber, Omlette Parlour, 333 --- but I am not excited.
Any diamonds in the rough out there? (Yes, Ramos House Cafe is out. A bit too pricey.)
Doesn't have to be in a great location ala Beachcomber. But food should be solid and there should be a bit of ambience.
vlad
Nov 05, 2009 01:10PM
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Are you familiar with Break of Dawn in Laguna Hills?
24351 Avenida De La Carlota Ste N6, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
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This.
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Looks intriguing.
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You might already know about it, but Old Vine Cafe does a nice breakfast
2937 Bristol St # A102, Costa Mesa, CA
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Wholeheartedly second Break of Dawn.
It is truly a one of kind breakfast restaurant. The food is outstanding.
Owner/chef used to good at the Ritz. Now I am craving the dish with the merlot poached eggs and the rice/portugese sausage dish.
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Plums on 17th in Costa Mesa is good. I also really like the brunch at Memphis, though it's limited and decidedly southern. Favorite at the moment is actually the Beachcomber - but it sounds like you've tried it and aren't that much of a fan.
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I third Break of Dawn. It's our go to place for brunch. It's a casual atmosphere with amazing food. My husband and I have tried numerous dishes on the menu and have never been disappointed.
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I fourth Break of Dawn
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