Park Bench Café

Been coming here for a few years now, I used to work close by off beach blvd so would sometimes treat myself before work.A little of a journey from home now but well worth a stop when I'm OC visiting friends.It's attached to a park hence the name "park bench cafe" and they are dog friendly and though I'm "team cat" for the dog peeps this is a benefit.They used to have a chicken wrap sad they got rid of that, but the cinnamon roll pancakes are a guilty pleasure I enjoy truly.The cinnamon roll they have is also huge and was split often between me and another party.The biscuits and gravy are stellar as are their burgers and chai lol. I can rant and rave about several items here and my abundance of photos shows how often I come and I've legit tried a good chunk of the menu between myself and friends I've visited with.Park bench staff is friendly, the coffee is delicious as is the food, and it's a cute setup for breakfast by yourself or for a meal date.Heat lamps are ran when it's cold which is a nice and appreciated consideration.

You can't beat the ambiance of eating a wonderful meal surrounded by eucalyptus trees, a beautiful pathway, perfect weather, great company and of course a few squirrels . The service was prompt and attentive. My husband had the Morning Cristo. Absolutely delicious- the bread to meat ratio is definitely off, but it has great flavor! I heat it basically with poached eggs, bacon and toast. Can't go wrong with that! We will get back. Again and again!

Love the idea of enjoying a nice morning breakfast with a park view, but the food really disappoints. The service was good not overly friendly but smiling which is cool with me. The plates are a bit over priced for what is actually served. I ordered the traditional sausage and eggs with biscuits and gravy. For $18 I only got 2 eggs 3 small sausages and one biscuit cut in half (imagine the bottom portion of a bagel) I left hungry, definitely not worth the money. I also ordered an ice chai latte which tasted like milk and syrup. The other party with me ordered a lumbarjack with French toast and it was $25.. came with frozen blueberries on the French toast so it was wet and soggy mixed of warm and cold. Just not living up to the reviews.

Tried Park Bench Cafe for the first time today and had a great experience. The food was delicious. I got the corned beef hash and eggs with cinnamon roll pancakes. Definitely the best pancakes I've ever had and the corned beef hash was amazing. My sister got the crab cake benedict with cinnamon roll pancakes and she really enjoyed it. I brought my two dogs and they each got the cut up hotdog. I was surprised at the nice portion size. I had to take some to go since my dogs are pretty small. They have water and bowls for the dogs which is a thoughtful touch. The service was very friendly and attentive. I will definitely be coming back.

Life's batter with cinnamon roll pancakesCame on a Sunday for brunch and there was no wait. Nice and quick staff. It's cool that they have water and ice cubes for the pups. Lots of shade since each table has an umbrella.Cold brew with sweet cream was not badFarmer's breakfast $20- a bit pricey but it was good for something so simple as eggs, potatoes, mushrooms, and baconCinnamon roll pancakes- delicious! You get two decent sized pancakes with a side of syrup that's really not needed. There's crunchy parts throughout the pancake yet still soft and a bit chewy. Would get again!

The Cinnamon Roll was great, light and fluffy. Next time I would ask for extra icing.The Crab Cake Benedict was good but needed seasoning. The crab cake itself was very thin and placed on top of an English Muffin. The breakfast potatoes cooked extra crispy were great. They use much less cheese these days so I would ask for extra cheese on the potatoes next time.The Morning Cristo (aka Monte Cristo) uses bread that's just too thick. Next time my wife will try something else. The homemade bread pudding was excellent!

Visiting SoCal from SF and was brought here by a friend who wanted to show me a pet friendly cafe! I thought the set up was super cute outside and appreciated the doggy bowls for water placed. Plenty of shade was provided which was also highly appreciated since it's been quite warm out. All the servers were sweet and attentive. The food was brought out pretty quickly and the proportions definitely did not disappoint. Only thing I wasn't a fan of was the original breakfast burrito. Thought it lacked flavor but I would definitely come back here to try different dishes! My dog enjoyed his scrambled eggs 100% :)

Been here a few times as it's one of my wife's favorite places to eat. Service is always friendly and quick, food is really good with nice size portions and the environment is top notch. Great place for people watching and animal watching.

Park Bench Café in Huntington Beach is a fantastic spot, especially if you're looking for a dog-friendly brunch experience. The outdoor seating area at the park is perfect for bringing your furry friends, with plenty of shade, water bowls, and even a special dog menu that makes it a welcoming place for pet owners. The staff is super friendly and attentive, making sure both you and your pup are well taken care of.As for the food, the brunch options are amazing. From hearty breakfast burritos to delicious pancakes and perfectly cooked eggs, there's something for everyone. I tried the omelette, which was made with fresh ingredients and the side of crispy potatoes. The portions are generous, and the relaxed, laid-back vibe makes it easy to sit back and enjoy a meal. If you're looking for a great brunch spot that's welcoming to both humans and their canine companions, Park Bench Café is a must-visit!

08/25/2024: Service was good. Didn't have to wait long to be seated.Outdoor seating only and dog/family friendly.Food was absolutely amazing.