Great Maple

I had heard great things about Great Maple and since we were in the area, we decided to try it out for breakfast! Best idea ever! This place is located at Fashion Island. It’s clean and well decorated! Everyone is so nice here from the hostess to our server. Super attentive! The food was phenomenal!! We ordered: portobello mushroom fries (had to try those since that’s what they are known for), traditional biscuit Benedict, ribeye hash, fried chicken and doughnuts and the kids chocolate chip pancakes. Everything was absolutely delicious!!! Their coffee was so good too!! Highly recommend this place!

I had an amazing brunch at The Great Maple in Newport Beach! The ribeye hash skillet was absolutely delicious — perfectly cooked and incredibly succulent. The shrimp and avocado stack had the perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors that really stood out. The service was just as impressive — our waiter checked in several times to make sure we had everything we needed. Overall, a fantastic dining experience that I’d highly recommend to anyone visiting the area! Cherry on top was the great maple postcard!

Came here for lunch on a weekday. I love a place with an outdoor patio, nice and shady, facing the water fountain too. The service was very good (slightly elevated dining) which you would expect at a restaurant at Fashion Island. I ordered the Lemon Shrimp Pasta it was good, but not something I would order again. My husband ordered the Traditional Biscuit Benedict and he said also wouldn't order it again but it was well made. We both loved the doughnuts but 3 was WAY too much! Maybe there is an option to order just one, but I didn't see it on the menu. It is very very sweet, and also very very delicious. We have our extra 2 to the valet and will be passing it forward in these situations again because it really made their day!

Came here hoping for a late breakfast, and fortunately they offer a few brunch items, even on a Tuesday! The Ribeye Hash was absolutely amazing and filling-everything i love in a hearty breakfast bowl. I have been here a couple times for dinner and its great! Service is top notch, and atmosphere is good 👍.

Nice open air dining for brunch today. Great service, nice outdoor patio and decent brunch. Cinnamon coffee - good Bacon donut - yum but not as soft as I would have liked Cajun shrimp Benedict - pretty good but could have had more flavor/spice Ribeye hash - hubby loved it Bloody Mary - he said it was good Place is located in shopping center on 2nd floor, We stayed at Vea Marriott across the street which is walking distance. @travel_lifestyle_chow

Pretty nice spot. Ambience was chill. Nicely decorated with a variety of areas to sit; bar, patio etc. Food was very good albeit pricy. We had great service. I will particularly recommend the Stone Larger which I had with the hamburger and fries, very nice combination.

We wrapped up our day with great drinks and food at The Great Maple. I’ll admit, the maple name totally drew me in. :) Dog friendly too!

This is a second trip to great maple. First one was in San Diego and I remember it being so so much better. Beignets were solid French toast was good huge portion Pancakes…a friend said they were tasty. Some of them had blueberries but others did not so that was weird Chicken and waffle. Kinda like chicken tenders on a waffle. My friend said they were tasty. Chilaquiles this is where it feel apart. This was not only terrible for chilaquiles but maybe one of the worst dishes I have ever paid for. Now I remember them in San Diego as being yummy here wow fry tasteless bowl of soggy chips. Even the chorizo was tasteless. I don’t know what happened but it was like eating cardboard. If it was the only thing we had it would have been a 1 star rating.

My last experience at Great Maple was wonderful! I made brunch reservations and got right in. It was very busy for the morning service, but we had a fantastic time. I tried the bacon scramble and French toast logs and both were delightful. I was shocked by how much food it all was - especially the French toast. Even splitting, I still had left overs!

Classic American place with a classic burger. I'd say a pretty typical restaurant burger. Good brioche bun, thick beef patty - nothing particularly extraordinary. I like the ambiance and decor and service. But the food is just fine. I've been here only twice while there's other places dozens of times at fashion island.

3.5 stars but rounding up for excellent service by Jenny. I called about a week in advance to reserve patio seating for a group of 14 plus a dog. On the day of our reservation, our group was running late, so I asked to push the time back by 30 minutes. They accommodated the change without any trouble, and when we arrived, our table was already set and waiting for us. Just note that at least half the party needs to be present before you can be seated. Jenny was exceptional - attentive, friendly, and genuinely made sure we had everything we needed. We were celebrating an engagement, and she surprised us with six delicious donuts for the table, on the house, at the end of our meal. The menu was full of tempting options, but I went with the Smoked Bacon Scramble ($21), which came with toast and scalloped potatoes. I ended up wishing I had tried a different dish, as the scramble itself was pretty bland - possibly due to the tomato juices? All in all, we still had a great time. Great Maple has a wonderful ambiance for brunch. It's conveniently located in Fashion Island, next to Nordstrom.

Great place for a medium to large group. Loved the food from here. (10/10) Mushroom fries were unique. Delicious. Juicy & Crispy bites. Fried Chicken & Donut is unique. Sweet & Savory at the same time! Seasonal cocktail. Pumpkin smash was delicious!!!! Must get during the holiday season I guess. Cauliflower hummus was good. Great portion on this. Parmesan Truffle fries order was also good. Atmosphere and vibe was relaxed. (10/10) We were at this establishment from 1 PM (Our reservation time). Table was ready for us. 2 of our party of 7 arrived well past the reservation time. Hostess sat us without any qualms. I am glad the restaurant was not a stickler for having the full party. We stayed till 3 PM. Employee assisting us never pressured us into ordering, leaving, etc. Service was phenomenal. Employee (Ariana) was very attentive. Not at all pushy, and got us what we needed for the most part at the time we wanted. Couple of my friends were underwhelmed by the dishes they had ordered. She noticed that we had not touched those 2 items, and took it upon herself to inquire about it, and when told of their displeasure, she spoke to her manager and removed the items from our receipt. Great & unique food, lovely service, fun atmosphere. This restaurant has my recommendation!

The food was amazing. The ribs were tender and juicy. Some of the best beignets I've ever had and the lemon curd is to die for!!! Loved the maple bacon donuts. Loved the ambience... the restaurant reminded me of a gastropub! Will be back anytime I'm in Newport Beach!

First place here. Can't wait to try it out. Yummy. Girls night out. Drinks sound fabulous.

I tend to forget about this spot but it's always a hit! I remembered to take pics this time. Brought my older one with me on a day off. We had 2 sandwiches and an apple pie donut. Service was quick- got a seat outside in minutes. They were busy but not unbearable. He got a rib eye melt and I got the BLT. The bread on both were amazing. The rib eye melt was much better but both were excellent. I find the price to be a little high for a sandwich, but it's okay for a nice meal. We want to return for brunch (which is served all day)! Bathrooms were super clean and the restaurant is so beautiful.

Rating: 3.5/5 Decent brunch spot in Fashion Island! I really wish I liked it more but I thought the food was average and the service was ok. My friends and I all got the Traditional Biscuit Benedict ($23) and I thought the dish was fine. There wasn't really anything special about the eggs benedict (just regular ham as the protein and the toast was fine) itself, so I thought it was a bit overpriced. The side of onion scalloped potatoes it came with was probably the best part. They do have a lot of other dishes that sounded delicious, so maybe it was just a miss with the eggs benedict. I definitely recommend booking a reservation before you go -- I had a reservation booked for a Sunday morning and didn't have to wait at all, but it was busy. Both the outside and inside had nice seating areas, so either place to sit at when you book/decide for a table should be good.

Showed up at 10am on a Sunday, thinking I was early enough to skip the crowd. Homies, I was wrong. It was already serving full house realness and the place was hoppin' The vibe was surprisingly super chill for Fashion Island. I expected white linen and pretentious stares. Got casual laid back Southern California Charm for sure. Ordered the chicken and donuts, and... they understood the assignment. Sweet, savory, crispy, fluffy. Basically everything my date was not. Let's be real. When the convo is dry but the food is fire, you still walk out a winner. I always first date at a good restaurant. I never understood why people meet for coffee and stuff. I need to have food as my primary backup plan. If the date sucks, at least your food will treat you right. And that morning, my tummy got the love I deserved. On to the next first date.

Came here for lunch on a weekday. I love a place with an outdoor patio, nice and shady, facing the water fountain too. The service was very good (slightly elevated dining) which you would expect at a restaurant at Fashion Island. I ordered the Lemon Shrimp Pasta it was good, but not something I would order again. My husband ordered the Traditional Biscuit Benedict and he said also wouldn't order it again but it was well made. We both loved the doughnuts but 3 was WAY too much! Maybe there is an option to order just one, but I didn't see it on the menu. It is very very sweet, and also very very delicious. We have our extra 2 to the valet and will be passing it forward in these situations again because it really made their day!

Okay this is my opinion, but this is a one and done restaurant for me. We went for brunch on a Saturday and the food was a three-star. Maya eggs Benedict was salty because of the hand they used. However, the potatoes were very nice. My lady has the GM salad which sounded good on the menu but it was just meh. Meh now the one thing they do get right is the glass of champagne which is priced really nicely. Service was okay but what for me is that they've packed so many tables in there and there's so many people in there. It is just a cacophony of noise. And then you have these six and eight tops of South county-ens all jabbering loudly and it's just not a pleasant experience, again. Not my thing but I'm sure a lot of other people like it

Visited the Great Maple on a Saturday during brunch hours. We were able to be seated immediately even though the restaurant was pretty busy. The restaurant is very open and has both indoor and outdoor seating. I quickly found numerous options to order but our amazing server helped me to narrow down the options and I ultimately chose to order the Fried Chicken and Donuts. This was probably one of the most delicious things I have ever eaten. The donut went perfectly with the crispy chicken. A sweet and spicy experience. I will say it is a meal worth sharing. I couldn't eat the whole thing by myself. I also tried the Sour cream and onion scalloped potatoes which were great. It came out super fresh and hot and they were seasoned well. I will definitely be going back next time I'm in Cali!

A friend and I drove up to the area for Oceanside to visit Roger's Gardens, then went to South Coast Plaza before heading over to Fashion Island to grab some lunch. Thankfully we parked close to Nordstrom and chose to try Great Maple. We both had the Nashville Hot Fried Chicken sandwich. We were blown away by the double decker sandwich. The chicken was juicy and flavorful. We took home lots of leftovers. The on,y suggestion would be to put on a bigger plate. A few fries jumped off the overflowing plate. Not a big deal though. Looked up the menu for the one at UTC in San Diego, so different. Glad we tried this one. Service was great as well. Sat on the patio, she turned on the heaters for us as it was a bit chilly.

Donuts very dense, chicken basically pounded flat chicken strips, very fatty and grisly. Service good, decor cute but much better places in Fashion Island to eat.

Superb food Nice service Fun decor. Lively vibe. Packed house. Reservations recommended. Would recommend. Will return. Pancakes, bacon egg scramble, french toast, coffee, tea, lemonade... all a hit! Super yummmmm....

Terrible service all around. The food was ok, but the service was so bad I didn't notice. We had to get up from the table three times to ask for service.

Located on the upscale shopping area of Newport. The service was average at best. They weee obviously having issues as we were challenged to get our order take. And drinks refreshed. Observed multiple tables getting up with their checks to find someone to actually pay. Hot chicken sandwich was definitely and the heat was pretty good. Too much for me but my dining partner enjoyed it. I had the avocado and shrimp app. Asked if it was large enough for a meal and that is a stretch after having it. Nice and flavorful but not exactly a meal. Server was trying but they appeared understaffed. The expeditors were saving the day I think. Not worth the drive or the cost.

Great staff, and amazing food. My husband had the chicken and donuts and the donuts are freshly made. I had the steak hash, the favor wasn't want I expected but it was so much better. Great spot for brunch

Came here for a belated birthday brunch with my family! The food was delicious and the portions were huge! One of our sons got the kids chicken strips, our other son got the French toast logs, his girlfriend got the lemon butter shrimp pasta, my husband got the traditional benedict, and my mom and I shared the strawberry pancakes (we had to ask them to be remade due to them not fully being cooked), the cajun shrimp benedict, and the Cobb salad. The lavender lemonade was also scrumptious! The service was amazing as well! The ambiance, we sat outside, was a little noisy and squished! Sadly, the restaurant didn't do anything to celebrate my birthday Still a great time though!

One of my fav brunch places at the fashion island. Great service, great food, and an amazing outside patio seating next to the fountain, during the holidays

Wonderful and attentive service, open space with a casual but high end ambiance. Food was delicious, this place is a little pricey but absolutely worth trying! This would great for brunch or a celebration meal with a group.

I've been to the Great Maple a few times now and it's been pretty solid every time. The menu here is a bit limited but the items consist of American and brunch food. During my last visit, I ordered the ribeye melt which I thought was enjoyable. Something I HIGHLY recommend ordering is the seasonal donuts from here--I've tried quite a few flavors and they're all soooo good!! I'd say everything here is on the pricey end for what it is though. They have both indoor and patio seating. I'd say the ambiance is definitely nicer inside than it is outside and personally prefer sitting inside. Service is very friendly and our server checked up on us often, which is appreciated. Overall, I like the Great Maple but wouldn't go out of my way for it.

Had the most amazing brunch experience this past weekend at Great Maple at Fashion Island! I've been wanting to try it out for some time now so I'm glad the weather showed up and showed out. I made the reservation a week in advance for 10:15 am and I'm thankful I did because it was packed and parties were waiting to be seated outside. I started with their cinnamon iced latte which came with the most adorable little bit of toast stuck to the rim - the latte itself was alright. My bf and dad both got black coffees which the waitstaff was incredibly attentive in refilling. They were both definitely over-caffeinated by the end of our meal lol We got the french toast logs to share which came in the heftiest portion (as were all the dishes!) and it was delicious. I loved that it wasn't drenched in syrup and that I could add as little or as much as I wanted. The blueberries were also super sweet and juicy for it not being in season. Very pleased and highlyyyy recommend. For my main I got the ribeye hash which was just outstanding. I can't wait to have it again. The mushrooms were perfectly juicy and full of umami flavor, the shreds of ribeye so tender, and the potatoes and onions all tied the dish together so perfectly. Loved the crispy onions on top as well. My dad got the fried chicken and donuts (insane) and he really enjoyed it as well. Huge portion could def be shared. My bf got the chilaquiles which he also really enjoyed and I snuck a bite of. Very well thought out menu and quality food. Dining on the patio was such a treat for a gorgeous morning out but they have indoor seating as well if that is what you prefer. I've already made reservations for an upcoming girls' brunch and I'm so excited!!! Such a fan of this place, will be recommending to everyone I know

Great, Unique, Entrees! Try the Portobello Mushroom Fries! Also, try the Amazing Chicken Noodle and more soup for only $10...featured soup of the day. Finally...Fried Chicken Sandwich, with built in Coleslaw and cheese! Wonderful Assistant Manager took care of a minor issue in a highly satisfactory, tactful manner!

The steak was cooked really well and paired nicely with all the sides. The mashed potatoes were creamy and light. The eggs Benedict was super filling and delicious. Would definitely recommend! The staff was not very tentative but that could have been because it was busy inside. We sat inside and the interior was very fancy and clean. The bathrooms were also super clean

Situated at Fashion Island (by PF Chang's and Nordstrom), the Great Maple is the perfect spot for weekend brunch. It was my first time here, and the ambiance was great - very lively, an had a cozy vibe, along with stylish/sleek decor. We came around 11AM, and they were serving burgers/sandwiches, standard American entrees, salads and brunch food. Since there aren't any pictures and I wanted to play it safe, I went with their most well-known dish - the Fried Chicken & Doughnuts dish ($23). Service was good, and my dish came out timely. The dish came with two pieces of fried chicken tender and two large maple syrup doughnuts, topped with maple syrup bacon bits. As for taste, the chicken was unexpectedly delicious - tender, crispy and flavorful. Personally, i wasn't a huge fan of the doughnut, as it was very dense and overly sweet. Even though i was disappointed with the doughnuts, I would still consider this a good option for brunch for a large group.

Such a nice brunch spot that seems to be very popular . The food was amazing . Wish they had more drink options like matcha or different teas , but the birthday brunch was very yummy here . It has a great location in fashion island with close parking . Just have to go up the escalators and it's to the left by Nordstrom . The service was great and friendly . It's a really nice restaurant. The only disappointment was the little birthday ice cream treat . Pretty simple , but it was something I guess lol

A go-to spot for me when I'm in the OC. Located in the fashion island area. Great Maple is a contemporary style restaurant serving comfort food. Let's jump right into review. What I've tried - French Toast Logs - $19.00 Thick cut brioche, warm maple bacon syrup served with fresh blueberries. - Staple dish that never disappoints. It's A LOT of food, just FYI. Cajun Shrimp Biscuit Benedict -$25.00 Shrimp, cajun butter, arugula, poached eggs, and cajun hollandaise on a house-made white cheddar biscuit with sour cream & onion scalloped potatoes. - I tried this, I wasn't totally on-board with the way the dish was served. I blame me, I'm not a poached eggs gal; I should of requested no egg or had them prepared differently. Pancake 'Pops' - $18.00 Our take on pigs in a blanket: three sausage 'pops' on a stick, served with maple syrup and salted caramel for dipping. - My go-to item to order. You get 3 pancake pops sprinkled with powder sugar. I absolutely love this dish, it's delicious. Lavender Lemonade -$7.00 Pros 1. Great location and inviting environment. Bar seating has large, comfortable chairs. Always a plus to have good seating to enjoy a good meal. Restaurant has beautiful decor. 2. Staff is friendly. Service is good. 3. Menu is a good mix between comfort foods prepared with a fun twist, for example, doughnuts and fried chicken. 4. Indoor and outdoor patio seating. Cons No cons. Other things to note: - It gets busy. Plan accordingly and/or make a reservation. If you haven't tried Great Maple, stop on by. Grab a seat, take in the views in Newport and enjoy some comfort food. I'm a regular customer and I'm always pleased with my experience.

Nice open air dining for brunch today. Great service, nice outdoor patio and decent brunch. Cinnamon coffee - good Bacon donut - yum but not as soft as I would have liked Cajun shrimp Benedict - pretty good but could have had more flavor/spice Ribeye hash - hubby loved it Bloody Mary - he said it was good Place is located in shopping center on 2nd floor, We stayed at Vea Marriott across the street which is walking distance. @travel_lifestyle_chow

one of my favorite brunch spots in newport! For an appetizer: portebello fries are a must try entree: the french toast logs & cajun shrimp benedict are the perfect dishes to share or even enjoy yourself (who doesn't love leftovers) but if I had to choose between the two, i'd pick the benedict for sure! The shrimp is seasoned to perfection and the biscuits were scrumptious. The side of potatoes that comes with it are also seasoned very well and melt in your mouth! Drinks: the lavender lemonade!!!! I get it every single time

I'd say most often they are solid. But every so often they miss. Been coming here as a family for years but they kinda have fallen off a bit. Portions smaller (ex: mushroom fries used to be a tower and now they give like 5). Servers are the same. Been there with amazing service and others where they are not helpful with qs about the menu to friends. That said, its prob somewhere to go to especally bc Fashion Island is beautiful to walk around while you wait/a nice place to walk around after as you digest good food

Glad we made a reservation--line was super long! We ordered two Bear Brews (Mexican Mocha and Salted Caramel), the Cajun Shrimp Biscuit Benedict, Meatloaf, Fried Chicken & Donuts, and Portobello Mushroom Fries. The Bear Brews were on the smaller side, but since we just wanted to try them, it worked out. The Mexican Mocha was slightly bitter, but paired well with the chocolate flavor. The Salted Caramel version tasted similar, just with the added sweetness of caramel. Portions for all the dishes were huge--we had plenty of leftovers! The Benedict came with shallot potatoes and a tasty Hollandaise sauce. I'm not a fan of biscuits in general, but that's just personal preference. The meatloaf sauce was too sweet for everyone. The standouts of the meal were definitely the Portobello Mushroom Fries and the fried chicken from the Fried Chicken & Donuts dish. The mushrooms were super juicy, and the dipping sauce complemented them perfectly. The chicken was incredibly moist, with a thin, crispy coating that we loved. We just wish there was more chicken compared to the donuts--otherwise, that dish was excellent! The only downside was the slow service. It took a long time to get extra plates at the beginning and again later when we asked for the check. Some of the staff seemed overwhelmed--possibly understaffed?

Great maple is a nice brunch place if you happen to be in fashion island! We popped in here on a Friday at around 12 and were immediately seated without waiting which was nice. For food, we ordered the speciality donuts, the fried chicken and donuts, truffle fries, and their ribeye hash. The donuts were good - a bit too sweet though! The truffle fries were delicious though and came with a big portion. The fried chicken was good, nothing special, but the ribeye hash was quite salty! Overall, the food was just alright. The service and ambiance of this restaurant was great though. At the end, you are given an adorable post card with your check! I don't know if I would go out of my way to come to this restaurant again but if I was already in fashion island it would be a fine choice!

Love this place! Great food, great ambiance. The chicken and maple bacon donuts? To die for! Had to get a pomegranate donut for dessert too. Sounds like an interesting flavor, but gives sidecar a run for their money when it comes to donuts!

Delicious! Booked ahead of time (glad I did) It was very busy and there was a long wait. Friendly service. We ordered the Chorizo Chilaquiles, Bacon Scramble and the French Toast Logs. For drinks we had a coffee and a Brew Bear cold brew with Mexican chocolate. Chilaquiles were a surprise with their very unique taste and the best thing we had. The scramble was good but the potatoes were very heavy. French Toast was also good but not fantastic. They looked better than they tasted. Will try the buttermilk pancakes next time. Coffee was very good. The Brew Bear was tiny but mighty. Would get it again! Ambience was a bit loud with dogs in the patio area. We sat inside.

Delicious brunch spot in Fashion Island. Perfect to take family or catch up with friends. It is typical price for a nice brunch, ranging from $20-30 per dish, with appetizers around $12-15. I will say all the food was amazing, we got the truffle parmesan fries which were sooo good. Super flavorful, but not too overpowering that the flavor lingers in your mouth. The beignets were still super hot when we got them, perfect texture and the lemon sauce was superb. We also got lemon linguine pasta, super flavorful a bit spicy and tangy from the lemon. I do wish there was a bit more pasta that came with the dish. Since our eggs benedict's came a bit after some of the other dishes, they gave us complimentary pancakes. I thought that was nice, especially since they were so busy and weren't able to check on our table often. Overall, great pick for a hearty meal with family and friends. Not a spot I'd go to often because of the price, maybe just for special occasions!

The food is greasy and not fresh. Ordered crusted salmon and ribeye hash . Smelled bad and the color was all dark . They coved the food with lots of spices and crust not to taste the bad food. Very low quality ingredients and cooking. Was disappointed. Should have returned the food but we were with a small group and already started. Of course didn't finish the food it was left in the plates. Please serve people fresh and healthy food. People pay a lot of money to come and enjoy a good food . Service was poor as well. Needs a lot of improvement in many ways.

I've been wanting to come here for a while and finally made my way over here. My friends and I ordered the famous donuts, and the crab benedict, and my partner got the modern American breakfast. I honestly wasn't really blown away by anything unfortunately. The portion sizes were nice, but the donuts are just super thick and sweet and not something that would be ideal to order as a side when their portions are already huge. While I appreciated the amount of crab in my benedict, the amount of flavor wasn't really all that. It was also so big that it was really hard to finish anything. The service was nice and the place itself is really pretty, but I don't think that I'd come back. If you want big brunch portions, this is a good option.

Nestled in the heart of Fashion Island, the chic spot, Great Maple, elevates brunch to a near-religious experience. As a girl who's sampled a lifetime's worth of avocado toasts and Benedicts, I left Great Maple pretty impressed. We arrived on a quiet Wednesday at noon and were seated without much wait. I had the seasonal salad as my personal kryptonite are dried cranberries. While I liked the salad, it soon became outshone by the other entrees gracing the table. The French toast logs are a must-get: a towering brick of toast with each piece soaked with custard such that it becomes a dessert masquerading as breakfast. The texture is reminiscent of bread pudding but maintains just enough structure to hold its shape under syrup. These logs are truly a steal for the sheer indulgence they deliver. I'd also get the Steak Hash; It boasts crispy potato shavings and generous ribbons of ribeye steak. My dad, a die-hard Benedict loyalist, strayed from his usual order without a shred of regret. My one qualm with this place is that service lags behind. But honestly, who's counting the minutes when you leave satisfied and full? If OC brunch were a competition, this spot could be a heavyweight champion.

This is a nice, modern spot located in Fashion Island, stylish atmosphere with a lively crowd. It can be a bit on the pricey side, but the portion sizes are generous. The regular seating area was quite crowded during our visit, but we were able to grab seats at the bar with no wait The service was average, not bad, but nothing particularly memorable either. It felt a bit rushed at times, likely due to how busy it was. Overall, a solid choice if you're in the area and looking for a trendy place to grab a meal.

It's located within Fashion Island mall right next to the Nordstroms. When we arrived, it was around 11am on a Sunday and the wait was about 30 minutes to sit in the dining area. They do have bar seating though-so we opted for that instead and we were seated immediately. I ordered the fried chicken and doughnuts with one chocolate chip pancake. The fried chicken and doughnut worked perfectly together and was so good. I felt the chocolate chip pancake could have had more chocolate chips in it but was otherwise good in terms of fluffiness. Overall, a great spot for brunch!

This place is always busy but we had a late lunch and 2 seats were available at the bar. So lucky! It is really loud inside the restaurant. If you came to have a conversation, be prepared to shout a bit. On to the food... The rib eye hash was disappointing. It's actually a chip beef warm salad. It didn't taste bad, but the name and description are deceptive. The soda pop baby back ribs were really good. Falling off the bone and the bbq sauce was not teeth- hurting sweet. I'd pay for a bottle of that sauce. Unfortunately the Parmesan truffle fries were lukewarm. The servers were great though and you get plenty of it when you sit at the bar. Drinks were refilled frequently and whatever you need is quickly brought to you. Perfect situation for two diners.

Parking - Lots of options since it's located at Fashion Island. Service - Our server, Dave, was great! Friendly, quick, and provided some great recommendations. Food - I decided to try something new instead of defaulting to one of my favorite dishes and tried the Grilled Chicken Bowl. While I enjoyed it, it did not join my favorites list. It was healthy and light. I also tried the Pumpkin Spice Donut. It wasn't overly pumpkin flavored, but a good amount of that flavor.

The wait for weekend brunch was only 20 minutes, the food was EXCELLENT, and prices were reasonable. The drinks in the bear-shaped cups were a bit too little, need a bigger bear cup. Food portions were average. Seating areas were fairly spacious , neutral ambiance, the wall was nicely decorated with a pice of art of the great maple tree. Service staffs and check-in were friendly. I would highly recommend this place for brunch.

Had a nice lunch here. My shrimp with lemon and pasta was quite tasty, as was the burger. Our party of 6 shared tastes. The Falafel wrap was good, but not great. Service was excellent and eating on the patio was enjoyable. This was my first time here but won't be my last.

There are plenty of parking spaces. The restaurant is located on the 2nd floor (depending on where you parked -- we parked outside PF Chang's.). We made reservations ahead of time, otherwise it'd be a long wait. I ordered the Traditional Benedict and it was really great! The sauce and eggs were delicious and perfect. The bread was soft and easy to cut through. It comes with potatoes, but I didn't like the way they cooked the potatoes. It was too heavy and not like hashbrowns. Overall, great service and food! Recommendation(s): - Traditional benedict Service: 5/5 Tip(s): - Make reservations ahead of time - Plenty of parking spaces

TLDR: don't go on a weekday or not prime hours; inedible french toast I visited Great Maple on a Wednesday at 5PM and the place had three patrons and a funky smell. After waiting at the entrance for 5 minutes, the poor bartender got us a table. I felt bad for this man - he was the only employee in charge of making drinks, taking and serving orders, and checking customers in. If you've been here, you know management is crazy for that - the restaurant can sit at least 30-40 parties. I ordered: - Famous maple bacon doughnuts $15 (3/5) - Ribeye melt with mini Caesar $25 (4/5) - French toast logs $19 (0/5) The ribeye melt was a good classic sandwich. The bread on this one was well-toasted and much more enjoyable. The ingredients were fresh and plentiful. As a bread lover, it drove me crazy that no one described what kind of doughnuts these "famous doughnuts" were. They are neither like typical raised or cake donuts. They are rather bready and dense like you took 10 slices of white sandwich bread and smushed it together. Or like a really really thick and dense pancake. Just imagine a mouthful of flour. The outside is fried, very thickly glazed, and the bacon pieces are good, but I wouldn't call these doughnuts much less enjoyable ones. But it's the french toast logs that really takes the cake. The "log" in the name must be intentional because I almost lost a tooth trying to bite into one. I'm honestly impressed that you can mess up french toast this bad because it was so superbly dry and hard without being burnt. No amount of maple syrup helped; the bread was just so horrendous. And of course, with one server, there was no service to be had either. This review only speaks to my experience during non-peak hours. If you would like to visit Great Maple, I would recommend going during peak brunch hours for a hopefully better experience!

Service was ok Food was ok chopped salad was really good and the chicken on top of the donut was good. Donuts were hard egg and potato scramble was decent.

Really nice lunch here. Service was good but not overly friendly or attentive. Both salads were very tasty and large portions. Complimentary dessert was underwhelming, would have preferred a small donut but at least they brought something