Madres Brunch

I tried their pork chops and they were outstanding tender, rich in taste, and cooked just right. The toast they serve on the side was warm, soft, and incredibly fresh. The only part that felt a little plain to me was the potato; even with extra toppings, it didn’t stand out much. A touch of garlic oil or a slow roast with herbs might lift its flavor. Overall, though, the meal was truly satisfying.

I tried their pork chops and they were outstanding tender, rich in taste, and cooked just right. The toast they serve on the side was warm, soft, and incredibly fresh. The only part that felt a little plain to me was the potato; even with extra toppings, it didn’t stand out much. A touch of garlic oil or a slow roast with herbs might lift its flavor. Overall, though, the meal was truly satisfying.

Madres Brunch is a fun breakfast place to take your significant other to or to go to with a group of friends -- if you don't mind the premium prices. The Atmosphere: The walls are covered with cool illustrations of birds, butterflies, Care Bears, Pinky & the Brain, and Marilyn Monroe. There's also accent walls with faux leaves and neon pink signs with various saying, like "Living the Brunch Life." Yes, the aesthetic lacks cohesion and feels pretty ADHD, but it does immediately set a fun vibe. The Food: My wife and I shared one dish — the Madres Chilaquiles — so we can't speak to the whole menu. However, the chilaquiles was just alright. The fried tortilla chips was missing that delicate balance of flavorful softness and fresh crispness on the edges. Unfortunately, they were just soggy with minimal flavors other than a mild kick from the salsa. I didn't taste any cheese, crema, or cilantro. The birria was a little dry and didn't pull apart easily as I expected. On the positive side, the consome dip that accompanied the birria was quite good. Meanwhile, the scrambled eggs were perfect. Plus, the portions were generous! Like I said, my wife and I split the dish and were both satisfied. The Drinks: Again, my wife split a beverage ... or should I say beverages. That's because we got the Special Coffee Flight, which had 4 different small coffees — pistachio, horchata, masapan, and Abuelita's hot chocolate. All were quite good, with the Abuelita's being the best one. A restaurant always scores extra points when they offer a flight of drinks, allowing us to try more flavors than we normally would want or could afford. The Service: Our server was solid — polite, knowledgeable, and checked in with us several times. The Cost: Madres Brunch gets a knock for following the trend of having high prices for foods that really aren't that expensive to make. (I mean, c'mon, it's basically breakfast food we could make at home!) Remember, my wife and I shared a dish and a drink, yet our bill came out to about $48 ... without tip. (I couldn't imagine paying $90 for breakfast if the two of us each got a dish and a drink!) Conclusion: Based on the food and the inflated prices, I would normally give this place 3 out of 5 stars. The coffee and the atmosphere definitely bumps that rating up to a 3.5 out of 5. However, because the service was good, I'm happy to round up to a 4 out of 5 rating (since I can't do half stars). I look forward to returning and trying other dishes to see if the other food is better.

Madres Brunch is a fun breakfast place to take your significant other to or to go to with a group of friends -- if you don't mind the premium prices. The Atmosphere: The walls are covered with cool illustrations of birds, butterflies, Care Bears, Pinky & the Brain, and Marilyn Monroe. There's also accent walls with faux leaves and neon pink signs with various saying, like "Living the Brunch Life." Yes, the aesthetic lacks cohesion and feels pretty ADHD, but it does immediately set a fun vibe. The Food: My wife and I shared one dish — the Madres Chilaquiles — so we can't speak to the whole menu. However, the chilaquiles was just alright. The fried tortilla chips was missing that delicate balance of flavorful softness and fresh crispness on the edges. Unfortunately, they were just soggy with minimal flavors other than a mild kick from the salsa. I didn't taste any cheese, crema, or cilantro. The birria was a little dry and didn't pull apart easily as I expected. On the positive side, the consome dip that accompanied the birria was quite good. Meanwhile, the scrambled eggs were perfect. Plus, the portions were generous! Like I said, my wife and I split the dish and were both satisfied. The Drinks: Again, my wife split a beverage ... or should I say beverages. That's because we got the Special Coffee Flight, which had 4 different small coffees — pistachio, horchata, masapan, and Abuelita's hot chocolate. All were quite good, with the Abuelita's being the best one. A restaurant always scores extra points when they offer a flight of drinks, allowing us to try more flavors than we normally would want or could afford. The Service: Our server was solid — polite, knowledgeable, and checked in with us several times. The Cost: Madres Brunch gets a knock for following the trend of having high prices for foods that really aren't that expensive to make. (I mean, c'mon, it's basically breakfast food we could make at home!) Remember, my wife and I shared a dish and a drink, yet our bill came out to about $48 ... without tip. (I couldn't imagine paying $90 for breakfast if the two of us each got a dish and a drink!) Conclusion: Based on the food and the inflated prices, I would normally give this place 3 out of 5 stars. The coffee and the atmosphere definitely bumps that rating up to a 3.5 out of 5. However, because the service was good, I'm happy to round up to a 4 out of 5 rating (since I can't do half stars). I look forward to returning and trying other dishes to see if the other food is better.

Madres Brunch in Placentia is an absolute gem! The Green Chilaquiles were packed with flavor and instantly took me back to the days when my grandma used to cook for me—pure comfort on a plate. Their Waffles and Tres Leches Pancakes were just as amazing—rich, soft, and full of flavor. The environment was warm, decorative, and inviting, and our waiter was incredibly attentive throughout the meal. We also tried their flavored Micheladas and Margaritas, and they were absolutely on point—perfectly balanced and refreshing. Definitely coming back. Highly recommended if you're looking for great food, great service, and a cozy brunch spot!