Alex B.
Yelp
Between the beautifully clear, blue skies and warm weather and a brunch trip out to this Blu Jam cafe, my friend and I started our LA adventure weekend on a strong foot.
Compared to the other Blu Jam cafes I've visited, this location has a more self sufficient setup as you can either order ahead at the counter or via their mobile site. Your order of then delivered by a courteous server when it's ready. I particularly like their self service shelf in the corner. Grab all the napkins, utensils, sauce containers, take-out boxes, crayons, etc. that you need without having to wait for a busy server. There is a series of tables along their outside wall for outdoor seating as well as a spacious indoor dining room.
4/5 - For drinks, we went for their Strawberry Mint Lemonade ($5.50). It's a refreshing combination of sweet strawberries, cool mint, and slightly citrusy and tart lemonade.
*Don't forget, you can get complimentary BJC Ginger Shot for your entire party with a Yelp check-in. This shot will definitely cleanse and warm your body and palate with a potent combination of ginger, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice. I had nearly the same reaction as Doc Brown, in Back to the Future III, after he had the bartender's "wake up juice" poured down his gullet.
4/5 - Mmmm, I really enjoyed their Eggwich ($15.95). Between two pieces of toast is a stack of creamy scrambled eggs, crunchy bacon, fresh avocados and tomatoes and lettuce, melted cheddar, and a spread of Chipotle aioli. I got mine with a side of grilled potatoes. Each bite was as gratifying as the last.
4.5/5 - Of course, we had to share a plate of their signature Crunchy French Toast ($15.95). Nothing beats that moment when your taste buds meets that mixture of battered French brioche, with its outer coating of crunchy cornflakes and powdered sugar, which is dipped generously in that addictive vanilla bean sauce.