# TJ's Cafe Restaurant > TJ's Cafe Restaurant — Beer Bar bars in Brea, CA. ## Key facts - **URL**: https://frankiapp.com/business/tj-s-cafe-restaurant-96060 - **Type**: Bars - **Cuisine**: Beer Bar - **Location**: Brea, CA - **Address**: 831 W Lambert Rd, Brea, CA 92821, US - **Phone**: 15622457744 - **Website**: https://www.breatjscafe.com - **Price range**: $$$$ - **Coordinates**: 33.924935, -117.909574 - **Claimed**: unclaimed - **Vibes**: Casual, Industrial ## About TJ's Cafe Restaurant is a casual bar and cafe in Brea, CA, known for hearty American brunch with bold, creative twists. The menu draws regulars back with standouts like the Brunch Burger, loaded breakfast burritos, Chicken Tinga Taquitos, and Carne Asada Tacos. Tuesday brings a popular taco special, and Fridays during Lent feature a beer-battered fish sandwich that has earned serious local praise. The industrial-casual space suits solo outings, family meals, and group hangouts alike, with a laid-back energy that feels welcoming any day of the week. ## Hours - Monday: 8am - 4pm - Tuesday: 8am - 4pm - Wednesday: 8am - 4pm - Thursday: 8am - 4pm - Friday: 8am - 4pm - Saturday: 8am - 2pm ## Highlights - **Brunch Burger** — A handcrafted beef patty with chipotle aioli, grilled onions, bacon, and a sunny-side-up egg. - **Carne Asada Tacos** — Bold, flavorful tacos with a Tuesday special: two tacos, rice, and beans for $10. - **Beer-battered fish** — Crispy beer-battered tilapia on a toasted brioche bun, a Friday favorite during Lent. - **Industrial-casual vibe** — The relaxed, industrial setting works equally well for solo visits and group hangouts. ## FAQ ### Where is TJ's Cafe Restaurant located? TJ's Cafe Restaurant is located at 831 W Lambert Rd, Brea, CA 92821. ### What are TJ's Cafe Restaurant's hours? TJ's Cafe Restaurant is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. ### What kind of food does TJ's Cafe Restaurant serve? TJ's Cafe Restaurant serves hearty American brunch and bar fare with bold, creative flavors. Popular items include loaded breakfast burritos, the Brunch Burger topped with chipotle aioli and a sunny-side-up egg, Chicken Tinga Taquitos, and Carne Asada Tacos. Every Tuesday, you can take advantage of a taco special featuring two tacos, rice, and beans, and on Fridays during Lent, a beer-battered fish sandwich is a crowd favorite. You can explore the full menu at breatjscafe.com. ### What is Franki? Franki is a restaurant discovery app that helps you find great places to eat through real video reviews from actual diners. You can browse reviews, photos, and videos of TJ's Cafe Restaurant on Franki, and earn cash back when you dine there. Download Franki on the App Store or Google Play to start exploring. ### What do diners love about TJ's Cafe Restaurant? Diners consistently rave about the Brunch Burger, calling it a standout with its juicy handcrafted beef patty, chipotle aioli, and grilled onions and peppers. The Chicken Tinga Taquitos are praised for their smoky, spicy filling and the green crema and chipotle aioli that tie the dish together. The Carne Asada Tacos and beer-battered fish sandwich also earn high marks from locals who consider TJ's one of Brea's hidden gems. ### Is TJ's Cafe Restaurant good for groups or families? TJ's Cafe Restaurant is a great fit for group hangouts, family meals, and solo outings. The casual, industrial atmosphere keeps things relaxed, so the space suits a range of occasions without feeling overly formal. ### How can I contact TJ's Cafe Restaurant? You can reach TJ's Cafe Restaurant by phone at (562) 245-7744 or visit their website at breatjscafe.com to browse the menu and plan your visit. ### What is the price range at TJ's Cafe Restaurant? TJ's Cafe Restaurant sits in the upscale casual range, typically around $30 to $50 per person, which reflects the quality and creativity of the food on offer. ## Reviews ### foodworthsharing — 5.0/5 · Mar 14, 2024 If you’re looking for breakfast that hits all the right spots, FUEL up with the most scrumptious brunch options in the OC!! Imagine thick slices of golden brown French Toast, dusted with powdered sugar and topped with fresh strawberry slices!! Their huge breakfast burritos is popular with the locals! The Asada Breakfast Burrito is flavor packed with tender carne asada, fluffy scrambled eggs, potatoes and melted cheese!! So filling and top with their green sauce! Deliciousness in every bite!! ### foodworthsharing — 5.0/5 · Mar 25, 2024 🍳🌮 Rise and shine!! 🌞🍔 If you’re on the hunt for the perfect local brunch spot in Brea, look no further than TJ’s Cafe Restaurant! Their menu is a drool-worthy dream, such as their mouthwatering breakfast burritos, tantalizing fish tacos, hearty Philly Cheesesteak, and juicy BBQ Burger that’ll make your taste buds salsa with joy! 💃🕺 So grab your fork (and your friends) and get ready for a brunch experience that’s out of this world! #Brunching ### foodworthsharing — 5.0/5 · Mar 19, 2024 Discovering Brea’s hidden gem, TJ’s Cafe Restaurant made our taste buds do a little salsa!! The Brunch Burger is a mouthwatering masterpiece! A sizzling, handcrafted beef juicy patty cooked to perfection, smothered in a chipotle aioli and topped with grilled onions & peppers and a sunny-side-up egg, oozing with golden yolk goodness. It’s also decked out with crispy bacon, tomato, melted cheese, lettuce on a toasted bun. It definitely stole the show! Each bite was an explosion of flavor! ### foodworthsharing — 5.0/5 · Oct 24, 2024 Let’s BRUNCH 🧡 The Brunch Burger is a mouthwatering masterpiece that will definitely keep you coming back again and again! With a sizzling, handcrafted, juicy beef patty cooked to perfection, smothered in a chipotle aioli and topped with grilled onions & peppers, crispy bacon, tomato, cheese, lettuce and a sunny-side-up egg, oozing with golden yolk goodness. 🍳🥓🍔 Each bite was an explosion of flavor! ### foodworthsharing — 5.0/5 · Mar 14, 2024 The Chicken Tinga Taquitos are flavored packed with juicy shredded chicken tinga wrapped in crispy golden tortillas, ready to be dipped and devoured. Each bite is a fiesta of smoky and spicy goodness!! The green crema and chipotle aioli brings everything together. It’s a fiesta in your mouth and you won’t be able to resist the temptation to have another (or maybe five lol ) of these fabulous Taquitos! ### eatingaround — 2.9/5 · Nov 17, 2023 ### foodworthsharing — 5.0/5 · Mar 8, 2025 Fish Fridays! Every Friday during Lent, grab a crispy Fish Sandwich!! Skip the fast food fish sandwiches!! This fish sandwich is flavored packed with a crispy beer battered tilapia, beer battered jalapeno slices, slaw with Asian dressing, chipotle aioli on a toasted brioche bun!! A sea-riously fin-tastic sandwich! ### foodworthsharing — 5.0/5 · Mar 8, 2025 BEST Tacos in the OC?! Carne Asada Tacos for the win!! Each bite was an explosion of flavor! Taco Tuesday Special: 2 Tacos, Rice, Beans for $10 + tax Their menu is a drool-worthy dream! Your taste buds will salsa with joy!