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Nep Cafe, Fountain Valley, CA

Nep Cafe

4.8
4.8
34 Reviews
$30 and under
Vietnamese
Elevated French-Vietnamese brunch in the heart of Orange County.
Nếp Café is a coffee & brunch experience paying homage to the traditional Vietnamese morning routine. Nếp is elevating that experience and bringing it to you in the heart of Little Saigon, Orange County with artisanal coffee, craft drinks, and a full range food menu to satisfy guests' breakfast & brunch needs.

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2 people

10:00 PM


Booked 105 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Vietnamese, Breakfast

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Daily 9:00 am–3:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (714) 516-8121

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Neighborhood

    Fountain Valley

  • Cross street

    Warner and Brookhurst

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 34 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    Great for brunch

  • North Orange County

    Great for brunch

  • North Orange County

    Most Booked

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very happy i chose to make a reservation. Unique and tasty food! I saw photos of the coffee drinks and the skillet online which convinced me to go. I'm really glad I did. Definitely adding this to my must visit places every time I fly down from Seattle!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    Very little portion of food .. the service is good

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  3. SarahH

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    I’ve been here twice now and think that’s more than enough. Honestly I would have only been here once for the experience. I think they’re great for service and ambience. Food arrives to your table pretty fast considering how busy it gets but I find the food only decent, not amazing. I would prefer their dinner restaurant over their breakfast. I loved the crab toast but everything else isn’t something I would come back for particularly. Drinks with ube both non alcoholic and alcoholic are of a thicker consistency which makes it difficult to enjoy over time. Reservations are easy and plentiful usually, highly recommend to make if you don’t want to wait long times.

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  4. DavidD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It’s taking me a while to get in but I got a reservation and it was well worth the Waite the food and service was great I would definitely recommend it!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    The food here is always delicious but this visit was a miss. Even though we went midweek and it wasn’t too crowded, the food took a long time to arrive. But the bigger issue was the $26 bone marrow that we always enjoy. The bones were practically dry giving us barely enough marrow for one person to sample.

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  6. Food

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food2service3ambience5
    While the service provided was commendable, regrettably, the culinary offerings did not quite live up to their previous standards. The dishes served by nêp displayed an excessive amount of saltiness and an undesirable dryness, resulting in a notable absence of the vibrant flavors that once characterized their cuisine.

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  7. JessicaN

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love going to Nep. Always best service and fresh food. Highly recommend.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My first visit to Nep Cafe and it was awesome! I made reservations period so we didn’t have to wait and we were seated right away. My fiancé and I got a few items to try. He started off with the Viet coffee with salted egg yolk& it did not disappoint. We then ordered the Banh Mi Chao with filet mignon and let me start off by saying WOW! So much flavor in that skillet. We also got the crab toast, the “DAO” and beef tongue fried rice. Everything was amazing and tasted great. Service was good, everyone was very friendly. We will definitely be coming back when we are in OC!!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Me and my girlfriend came here from Washington DC. We found this place on TikTok and decided to try it out. They 100% did not disappoint. The hostess and servers were amazing!! The kitchen being wide open was a great experience and had great communication!! I really hope the owner decides to come to the east coast, because we need a place this refreshing in Dc!!!

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  10. Debberlyfoodie

    Denver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always visit here when we come into town. Food and drinks are always absolutely delicious!

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  11. TammyT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food is yummy. Their coffee drink is out of this world! highly recommend making reservation first!

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  12. JasonG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our second trip to NEP Cafe. This time it was for Mother's Day. David was great and even comped our Beef Tongue Fried Rice because it took so long to come out. The dish was great. I had the Xoi Chien (crispy fried rice). It was sweet and decadent. So delicious. We will definitely be back, but we also can't wait to try other Kei Concept restaurants.

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  13. MarkB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service was great as well. Great energy in the whole place, FOH and BOH.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ben here 3 times now and every time has been great! Service was friendly and food is always good. I always have an enjoyable experience here. The only downside is the long wait if you don’t have a reservation. Always try to book ahead of time. Other than that, Nếp Cafe is a great restaurant.

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  15. TiffanyA

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Came here with family for brunch on a weekday - the food, service and everything was great. our serve Dave was attentive and really friendly. We were seated right at our reservation time and they accommodated us at a table with enough space for stroller/baby stuff. Great vibes and place for brunch!

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  16. Jasmine

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Even though it was super busy, all of the staff were super nice. Outside seating was nicer compared to other places.

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  17. Nori

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very good food and atmosphere, portions were. Little small but everything was delicious

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and presentation was spectacular. You do need the majority of the party there to be seated when checking in. I do have more to comments, but overall I think from service to presentation and food, this place does deserve a five star.

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  19. Pirin

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love coming here for brunch! The egg coffee is my favorite!

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food was both unique and delicious. Nice ambience and welcoming waitstaff. The noise level was definitely on the louder side, but you could still hold conversations.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The food is ok. If you like authentic Vietnamese cuisine this is the place to go to.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is special. Well balanced. High quality ingredients so some might say you get small portions but the price reflects what you are getting. I’d definitely recommend to anyone.

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  23. ThienB

    London

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Good food, good service. Very creative food, good quality ingredients. Service is very nice courteous. The only thing is they will bring all the food out very fast. So if you want to eat 1—2 dishes at time, you should order 1-2 dishes at a time. And order next dishes after they bring the first badge out. Will come back soon.

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  24. Portlandvisitor1018

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Food was great. Cocktails were great. One thing I would say that was confusing is that the restaurant is called called Gem and not Nep Cafe. This caused some confusion and wasted time circling around the restaurant.

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent brunch and amazing coffee. Will definitely come back again

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  26. LanP

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Good overall: food selection, service and ambiance

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Super friendly staff and tasty food. I think I found my new favorite restaurant

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food! I love the variety of food and having a brunch Café that is Vietnamese culture is very unique to find. The variety of drinks, including cocktails, and mock tails are amazing! This is a must go to place for everyone.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice place to spend time with your love one. It’s a beautiful place to eat brunch. I enjoy it and love the food there. I really like there coffee that is more special than just plain ice coffee.

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  30. HarrisonA

    Orange County

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    The Bun Mai Beef was overly salty and meat wat with unchewable membranes.

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  31. amyv

    Orange County

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    great service, overpriced food and little portions

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Banh mi chao with filet mignon and the popcorn chicken so good. Also love the drinks.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I seen and heard great reviews of Nep Cafe. It did not disappoint! We stopped in mid week(Wednesday morning). Not to busy. The atmosphere in the restaurant was great. The service was awesome. It has a small, flavorful packed menu. With a little something for everyone. Every dish came out promptly, hot and with great presentation. Truly a great place to checkout!

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  34. NikoleD

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Overall, time spent there was efficient and enjoyable. I would recommend going there for a new experience eating brunch.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available

FAQs

Nep Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (714) 516-8121.

Nep Cafe is rated 4.8 stars by 34 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

10:00 PM


Booked 105 times today
Google Map for Nep Cafe

10836 Warner Ave, Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Warner and Brookhurst

  • Neighborhood

    Fountain Valley

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Daily 9:00 am–3:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Vietnamese, Breakfast

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Public Lot

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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