Egg, Potato and Cheese, Please—This is Where to Get Your Burrito Fix
Breakfast burritos make California go ‘round. Sunday morning brunch? Breakfast burrito. Post surf session? Breakfast burrito. Partied too hard last night? Breakfast burrito. The Golden State simply wouldn’t be what it is today without our selection of scrumptious breakfast burritos. Whether you like a classic egg, potato and cheese burrito or you think the secret sauce is what makes or breaks it, you’ll love these picks! You don’t have to ask twice, let’s dig into the best breakfast burritos across Orange County.
Ham n’ Scram
Must-Try: Original Breakfast Burrito
This family-owned restaurant has been around since 2010. Cure your breakfast burrito craving any time of the day, because breakfast is served all day here. Most known for their Original Breakfast Burrito, this burrito includes two things we love: housemade roasted salsa and a grilled tortilla loaded with ham, bacon, egg, cheese, hash browns, onion and bell pepper. Ham is obviously the star of the show here, giving each burrito endless flavor.
Location: Westminster
Nate’s Korner
Must-Try: Nate’s Favorite
Calling all hashbrown lovers! This is the burrito spot for you. Each of their eight giant burritos is loaded with crispy hash browns, and the eggs come over easy instead of your typical scrambled. You might want to consider splitting one with a friend—these wraps really are that massive. Some say this is the absolute best breakfast burrito in all of Orange County—we recommend going to try it for yourself!
Location: Santa Ana
LJ’s Lil Cafe
Must-Try: Queso Burrito
Located in the parking lot of Home Depot in Cypress, LJ’s Lil Cafe is unexpectedly one of the best breakfast burritos in Orange County you’ll ever eat. This small family business serves a divine Queso Burrito, each packed with three eggs, hot Italian sausage, crispy tater tots and homemade queso cheese. Is your mouth watering yet? There’s nothing like a Saturday morning Home Depot run paired with a jam-packed breakfast burrito.
Location: Cypress (Home Depot)
Sancho’s Tacos
Must-Try: Sawed Off
With a vibey interior consisting of vibrant art, Sancho’s Tacos is another family-owned restaurant that keeps SoCal satisfied. The Sawed Off breakfast burrito is the perfect choice to grab-and-go, then eat on the beach while you watch early morning surfers do their thing. Choose between chicken, chorizo, bacon or sausage. If you know, you know: order some extra Chubbie on the side!
Locations: Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, San Clemente, Laguna Niguel
The Trough
Must-Try: Steak Burrito
What do you get when you have over-easy eggs, crispy tater tots, steak, melted cheddar cheese and pico de gallo wrapped in a large, toasted flour tortilla? The Trough’s Steak Burrito that locals know and love. For $12, this scrumptious breakfast burrito pairs all of your favorite ingredients perfectly, making it the ideal way to start your morning. We recommend getting the chili cheese tots as a side and washing it all down with a mimosa.
Locations: Rancho Santa Margarita, Irvine, Anaheim
Cali Tacos
Must-Try: Chorizo and Potato
Cali Tacos is best known for their Cali Sauce. Try it once and you’ll understand the hype. Order any of their breakfast burritos and pour the sauce over each bite. We’d keep coming back just for the sauce! And hey, just remember: there’s no shame in eating a giant breakfast burrito in your car—we won’t tell anyone.
Location: Orange
Dory Deli
Must-Try: Boardwalk Burrito
Located on the Newport Beach boardwalk, Dory Deli is always poppin’. Whether you’re brunching with your crew on a Sunday morning or need a bite for your morning walk, Dory Deli has some mighty fine breakfast burritos. The Boardwalk Burrito includes scrambled eggs, crispy hash browns, bacon, avocado and white cheddar cheese and pairs best with their Palomita. Burritos and ocean views? This is what Newport Beach is all about.
Location: Newport Beach
Troy’s Drive-In
Must-Try: Breakfast Burrito
The sign says “best breakfast burrito,” so it must be true, right? Ham, bacon, sausage and chorizo are all packed in this tortilla with three eggs, hash browns, cheese and green salsa. We’re honestly getting full just thinking about it! Served until 11:30 a.m., pop in on your way to work or on a weekend morning after a late night out. Order at the outdoor window at this “drive-in” restaurant.
Location: Orange
Nick’s Deli
Must-Try: Italiano Burrito
A quaint, casual restaurant in Seal Beach and Los Alamitos, Nick’s Deli knows how to make a breakfast burrito. With options ranging from a classic breakfast burrito that features mouthwatering chorizo and bacon to the Italiano burrito with sausage, eggs, potato and cheese, we’d sit in traffic for these guys. Locals know already, but if you haven’t been before: it’s cash only at this very casual spot.
Location: Seal Beach + Los Alamitos
Hola Adios
Must-Try: Huevos Florentine Burrito
If you thought Hola Adios was just about great coffee, think again. Their Costa Mesa shop is a full-on breakfast burrito haven with a lineup long enough to keep you coming back all week. The Huevos Florentine is a standout: scrambled eggs, sautéed spinach, avocado, cheddar and their dreamy creamy chipotle sauce all wrapped up in a tortilla that tastes like sunshine. Carnivores, don’t worry: the Bacon & Friends burrito piles on bacon, crispy home fries and housemade ancho sauce, while the Slow n’ Low Barbacoa keeps things tender and bold. Pair your burrito with an iced matcha latte and you’ve got the perfect Southern California start to your day.
Location: Costa Mesa + Tustin
Burnt Crumbs
Must-Try: Breakfast Burrito
Sure, Burnt Crumbs has already won Instagram over with their towering soufflé pancakes, but we’re here to let you in on a little secret: the breakfast burrito is just as swoon-worthy. Stuffed with scrambled eggs, cheddar, golden breakfast potatoes and grilled onions, it gets an extra hit of flavor from cilantro crema and pico de gallo. Choose your adventure with carne asada, bacon, sausage or the cult-favorite pastrami hash. Fluffy pancakes may have put them on the map, but this burrito is what keeps us coming back.
Location: Irvine + Huntington Beach
NUDAE
Must-Try: Sunrise Burrito
What started as a humble coffee cart has turned into one of Costa Mesa’s favorite cafés. While NUDAE is known for its community vibe and expertly crafted lattes, the breakfast burritos deserve the spotlight. The Sunrise Burrito is a fiery favorite, loaded with scrambled eggs, crispy hash browns, cheese and their house-made spicy garlic green sauce, plus a side of salsa and ZABS Hot Sauce if you really want to wake up. But let’s talk about The Sausage One. It’s back by popular demand, packed with Portuguese sausage, eggs, crispy hash browns and avocado, all wrapped in a perfectly toasted tortilla with a citrusy kick on the side. Pair either with your go-to iced latte and you’ll understand why NUDAE all day isn’t just a saying, it’s a lifestyle.
Location: Costa Mesa
The Taco Stand
Must-Try: Huevos a la Mexicana Burrito
The Taco Stand may have started in San Diego, but its heart belongs to the taco stalls of Tijuana. While the name says tacos, their breakfast burritos deserve just as much love. The Huevos a la Mexicana burrito keeps things classic and satisfying with eggs, refried beans, rice, onions, tomatoes, and cilantro, all wrapped in a pillowy tortilla. Don’t forget to hit their salsa bar—mild cilantro, smoky chipotle, or fiery salsa macha—because the right salsa turns this simple burrito into a morning masterpiece.
Locations: Multiple across San Diego + Orange County
Pepe’s
Must-Try: Breakfast Burrito
This might be the most massive breakfast burrito on our list. It has everything you want in a morning wrap, crafted by an authentic Mexican restaurant. Think eggs, papas, cheese, bacon, beans and fresh salsa. Pop in for one of these bad boys, and it’ll be your new favorite breakfast spot.
Locations: Fullerton and Brea
Café Zocalo
Must-Try: Chilaquil Burrito
Old Town Orange just got a serious upgrade to the breakfast burrito game. At Café Zocalo, the chilaquiles burrito takes center stage with layers of scrambled egg, crispy tortilla strips, your choice of red or green salsa and a double dose of cheesy goodness topped with avocado and sour cream. It’s hearty, messy in the best way, and exactly what you need. We suggest eating one before tackling a Chapman study session or a Saturday stroll through the Plaza. Family-owned with plenty of heart, this spot is all about celebrating community over food that feels like home, just with a whole lot more salsa.
Location: Old Towne Orange
Taylor is a graduate from the University of Southern California with a degree in journalism. She is our Los Angeles and Orange County editor. You can find her dining at a new restaurant, in the ocean or planning her next adventure. Say hello!
A California local, Kathleen Hokit grew up on a farm but spent every chance she could at the beach. After earning her graduate degree in the social sciences in Finland, she built a 17+ year career writing and editing across lifestyle, entertainment, and culture. A longtime magazine lover, she now lives the dream as part of the editorial team at LOCALE. When she’s not on deadline, she’s hiking or sneaking in a beach day with her husband and son. Kathleen loves all things art—from writing and photography to spending time on the dance floor, where she teaches ballet to everyone from tiny tots to grown-ups on their pas de bourrée path.
