TJ’s Cafe Restaurant

Looking for a casual, trendy, and classy beer bar that serves up delicious American breakfast and brunch dishes? Look no further than TJ’s Cafe Restaurant in Brea, CA. This Latinx-owned gem is not your average cafe - it offers a wide range of utilities, including delivery, takeout, reservations, and even catering options.

What sets TJ’s Cafe Restaurant apart from other dining spots is its commitment to sustainability. From offering compostable containers and plastic-free packaging to providing reusable tableware and allowing customers to bring their own containers, this restaurant goes above and beyond to reduce its environmental impact.

But it's not just about sustainability - TJ’s Cafe Restaurant also prides itself on serving up mouthwatering dishes that cater to all dietary preferences. With many vegetarian options available, as well as beer and wine specials during happy hour, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

From the moment you walk in, you'll be greeted with warm Latinx hospitality and top-notch service. Whether you're looking to grab a quick bite or sit down for a leisurely meal with friends, TJ’s Cafe Restaurant has you covered with its cozy indoor seating, outdoor patio, and even heated outdoor seating for those chilly evenings.

Next time you're in the Brea area, be sure to stop by TJ’s Cafe Restaurant to experience a true culinary delight that satisfies both your taste buds and your eco-conscious values. Trust me, you won't be disappointed.

TJ’s Cafe Restaurant Menu

Location

Address: 831 W Lambert Rd Brea, CA 92821
Phone: (562) 245-7744

🕓 Work Hours
MON 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
TUE 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
WED 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
THU 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
FRI 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
SAT 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
SUN Closed

Business info

  • Offers Delivery
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Reservations
    No
  • Many Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Casual, Trendy, Classy
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Happy Hour Specials
    Yes
  • Beer & Wine Only
    Yes
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TV
    Yes
  • Latinx-owned
    Yes
  • Offers Military Discount
    Yes
  • Open to All
    Yes
  • Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Waiter Service
    No
  • Wi-Fi
    No
  • Smoking
    No
  • Drive-Thru
    No
  • Heated Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Covered Outdoor Seating
    No
  • Bike Parking
    Yes
  • Bring your own container allowed
    Yes
  • Compostable containers available
    Yes
  • Plastic-free packaging
    Yes
  • Provides reusable tableware
    Yes

Last Reviews

  • Author: Denise S.

    28 June 2024

    Everyone there is so friendly, and the restaurant itself is a nice place to eat. The food is delicious! I just had the tinga taquitos, and I wanted more!

  • Author: Hayley A.

    01 June 2024

    Cute hole in the wall spot. Walked in and felt a sense of community. The menu had a lot of variety, but food was quite greasy.

  • Author: Tim V.

    29 May 2024

    My original review still stands, but I wanted to write an update specifically to comment on TJ's Taco-centric menu on Friday and Saturday from 5 - 10 pm. TJ's tacos are probably the best Mexican food I've had in Brea for a hot minute. When I was talking to Jesus and Angie, they shared that they have been feeling inspired by street-style tacos found in Tijuana and across Southern CA and wanted to do their own spin. The menu is set up where you have a list of classic meats (e.g. asada, al pastor, pollo, carnitas, birria, lengua) and stewed meats (e.g. pork ribs, chorizo and potatoes, chicharron with meat, and steak in red salsa), and you can choose to have any of those proteins in a taco, burrito, quesadilla, or on top of fries/chips. They also have a few specialty items. The quality and taste of all the offerings are fantastic, which is unsurprising considering the quality and care they put into their daytime menu. Each taco is also loaded with meat and toppings. I'm usually full with 2, and I can never eat more than 3 personally. My favorites are: - The chicharron con carne: while many places I've been to only stew the pork skin, TJs also includes the meat attached to the skin. I don't know what they do, but the texture reminds me of a really good pork belly that is then stewed in a medium green sauce. This is my go-to. - Taco gobernador: This is a shrimp taco with grilled onions, avocado, chipotle aioli, and chopped jalepenos on tortillas with the cheese grilled into it. The texture and the flavors of everything together is top tier. - Al pastor: I personally like my al pastor to be a little sweeter than others, so that's my only disclaimer. The al pastor is a perfect break in-between other tacos since it has a different flavor profile than their other ones. - Homemade chips: need I say more? - Not a taco, but their creamy habanero salsa is so good. It's a sweet heat type of salsa that doesn't burn you, but you feel the heat for a while. TJs also offers a couple of aguas frescas and their usual drink options from the daytime menu, which is perfect to wash these tacos down. And of course, Jesus and Angie's customer service is second to none. They always check in to make sure everything was to my liking, and they never hesitate to accomodate if I happened to have a request. If you're looking for a solid and chill taco spot in Brea on a Friday or Saturday, I really recommend giving them a try.

  • Author: Sean S.

    26 May 2024

    Love this place! A++++ pastrami melts Fast service Amazing food Great place I work near by and frequently come here. They have been on point everytime

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