Ellie's Table at The Boardwalk

18565 Jamboree Rd, Irvine, CA 92612, United States
+1 714-540-2303
$$$ Cafe
(42 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

If you're in the mood for a delightful culinary experience in Irvine, California, look no further than Ellie's Table at The Boardwalk. Nestled within the modern confines of the Boardwalk office complex at 18565 Jamboree Rd, this charming café is an unexpected gem that offers a menu brimming with delicious options for breakfast and lunch, along with exceptional coffee creations.

Upon stepping into Ellie's Table, you're immediately enveloped by an inviting atmosphere characterized by its chic, modern design and floor-to-ceiling windows that provide a bright and airy setting. Whether you prefer to enjoy your meal indoors or dine al-fresco, the café offers a perfect backdrop that complements the culinary delights served within.

The menu features a variety of both comforting and innovative dishes crafted with care. Breakfast enthusiasts will adore the Bacon Breakfast Burrito, packed with flavorful ingredients that awaken your taste buds, or opt for the Chile Relleno Quiche, which is a savory treat bursting with fresh, wholesome flavors. For those seeking a healthier option, the Healthy Egg White Breakfast Burrito feels indulgent without the guilt!

When hunger strikes later in the day, the lunch menu does not disappoint. The Caesar Salad is crisp and refreshing, perfectly complemented by your choice of tender proteins, while the Jay's Famous Palm Sandwich is a local favorite that promises to satisfy with its robust flavors. The popular chilaquiles, drenched in a perfect verde salsa, provide a deliciously nostalgic experience that keeps customers coming back for more.

Coffee aficionados will be delighted to find an array of enticing drinks that range from smooth Nitro Cold Brew to a seasonal favorite, the Pumpkin Foam Cold Brew. Each beverage is crafted to perfection, ensuring a delightful balance of flavors that soothe the soul and energize your day.

But don’t just take my word for it—customers rave about their experiences at Ellie's Table. Joy Greco-Yanez shares a glowing testimonial about the café catering a meeting, highlighting the superb quality of the food that left attendees asking for more. Denys Piesov describes it as “Newport’s Breakfast Gem” and couldn't contain his excitement over the fluffy breakfast burrito and delightful carrot cake—a must-try for any dessert lover!

The enthusiasm doesn’t stop there; patrons like Sean appreciate the great outdoor seating and balanced flavors in their meals, while Grace Ferrell emphasizes the café’s cool interior décor and views as simply amazing. These are just glimpses into the authentic connections formed between Ellie's Table and its customers, built upon shared experiences and quality food.

Whether you’re grabbing a coffee on the go, looking to unwind with friends over breakfast or lunch, or needing a catering solution for your next event, Ellie's Table at The Boardwalk perfectly blends quality, taste, and atmosphere to create a truly memorable experience. Don’t miss out on this charming café that stands out as a staple in the heart of Irvine!

Phone: +1 714-540-2303

Service options
Outdoor seating
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
Coffee
Comfort food
Healthy options
Quick bite
Vegetarian options
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Catering
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Pets
Dogs allowed outside
Openings Hours

Monday

07:30 AM - 03:00 PM

Tuesday

07:30 AM - 03:00 PM

Wednesday

07:30 AM - 03:00 PM

Thursday

07:30 AM - 03:00 PM

Friday

07:30 AM - 03:00 PM

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

42 Reviews
Joy Greco-Yanez

20 Sep 2025

In January, Ellie’s Table came through for me in one hour to cater a meeting for 58 people for one of my attorneys at the Boardwalk. The attendees raved about the food and asked me to order again for this same meeting the next month in February for 61 people. This time I ordered a couple of days before the scheduled meeting, and Samantha McLaughlin assisted me with the order. She was so helpful in making suggestions since the last time was last minute ordering. She even helped me set up the food since it was in the meeting rooms right across the lobby. I highly recommend Ellie’s Table and will most definitely use them again for future meetings.

Yalcin Aslan

20 Sep 2025

The food and the coffee is ok but if you are in the building, that’s what you can get best nearby

Sean

22 Aug 2025

Food is fantastic, had their Tri-tip Chimichurri sandwich. Beef was flavorful and moist. Nothing was overpowering, all the flavors were well balanced. Paired it with a cold brew which was just as wonderful. No detectable acidity, just smooth. Ambience is great outside, it’s got a corporate air to it due to location, would take a star for that, but the seating outside is excellent with tons of comfortable seating, greenery, and shade. Employees were friendly and helpful. If I find myself back here, definitely stopping by again.

Yoshi B.

20 Jul 2025

If you're visiting the Boardwalk, a luxury office complex on Jamboree and Dupont, an unexpected surprise awaits at Ellie's Table. Inside the corner of the first floor of the Boardwalk sits Ellie's, surrounded with floor-to-ceiling windows. While the location is modern chic to fit the office aesthetic, the baked and food offerings feel home-made with a professional touch. When you walk in, you're always greeted with a smile and the folks there are happy to provide suggestions or explain their menu. You've got fantastic cookies and other baked sweets on one end. The peanut butter cookie is sweet and savory perfection, and their European Coffee Cake is a fluffy, crumbly dream centered with a dollop of rich cream. And you've got savory foods, which include little palm-sized sandwiches ranging from $3.50-4.50. They are a perfect few bites for a smaller lunch or a hearty snack. My favorite off-menu go-to is their bacon, egg, and cheese (you can also swap the bacon for sausage) palm sandwich. It's under $5, filling, and made fresh. So good! There are heartier options like large sandwiches, mini burritos, salads, and even a whole chilaquiles dish if you're in the mood for more. And of course, they've got an assortment of caffeinated beverages to get you in focus for work or a meeting, including fun seasonal-flavored or specialty lattes like the Churro Latte. Seems like they may validate parking based on others' experience. If you want to visit, you can also park at a nearby plaza (there is one across the street). If you work around the area, even better! Make it extra special by enjoying the beautiful, spacious outdoor seating area while you're there. You will be glad you dropped by.

Denys Piesov

14 Jul 2025

Newport’s Breakfast Gem! Tried Ellie’s Table and honestly — my tastebuds are still clapping! The breakfast burrito? Fluffy, flavorful, and wrapped like it was going to a red carpet. The veggie omelet? Packed with fresh spinach, mushrooms, and that goat cheese hit just right. And the carrot cake? Don’t even get me started… soft, moist, and perfectly frosted. Staff was friendly, vibe was classy-but-cozy, and everything was beautifully packed to-go. 10/10 would recommend — unless you’re on a diet. Then… good luck.

Jonathan Kim

13 Jul 2025

They've recently expanded their hot menu and it's great. Tried the Reuben and the chilaquiles so far. I would've wanted thicker pieces of pastrami but still a solid sandwich, especially the sauce. The chilaquiles was great! Perfectly soggy tortilla chips. Now only if they brought in some single origin made to order coffee.

Richard Woo

03 Jul 2025

Really good: - chilaquiles (salsa verde on the side so it doesn’t soak the chips) - Tri tip sandwich - BLT - chili relleno quiche Good: - vegetable focaccia sandwich - sausage breakfast burrito - Ellie’s burger (would be better if there wasn’t as much “stuff” on it. It’s a great burger but adding too many toppings start detracting from what’s already great. Maybe one less patty too). - club sandwich - too much meat to bread ratio. - Reuben - it was tasty but the meat tasted slightly gamy and there was too much thousand island sauce which ended up soaking the bread and making it soft. Ok: - broccoli salad - quinoa vegetable soup - palm tuna sandwich - Palm corned beef sandwich When there’s not a wait the service is quick. If there’s a line of 5-6 people it can take a while to get your food. Overall a convenient and tasty spot.

Grace Ferrell

13 Jun 2025

BLT is Amazing! Coffee is good quality and nice views Cool interior design decor within restaurant Come try Ellie’s table won’t disappoint

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