Break of Dawn
Get the benedicts while they're still warm. The eggs are cooked right, the hollandaise doesn't break. Grab a booth by the window, order coffee, and watch Avenida de la Carlota wake up. You came here to slow down, not rush through.
Eggs Benedict. The benedicts are consistent. Skip the toast, order an extra side of fruit.
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- 24291 Avenida De La Carlota, Laguna Hills, CA 92653, USA
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