Earlybird Breakfast Burritos Takes Flight at The LAB Anti-Mall: Costa Mesa
by: Dan Pittman
Published: January 12, 2026
COSTA MESA...The LAB Anti-Mall welcomes Earlybird Breakfast Burritos, the beloved San Diego-born breakfast concept built around one mission: serving the best breakfast burrito in town.
Known for bold flavors and a devoted following, Earlybird joins the creative community with a grand opening on January 17. The new location will take over the space currently occupied by Barbonzai, whose owner has chosen to retire after several successful years at The Lab.
Founded by Scott Slater, a serial restaurateur and the creator of Slater’s 50/50, the
award-winning, nationally recognized gastropub franchise, Earlybird Breakfast Burritos brings the same spirit of innovation, creativity, and quality to the morning hours.
With its hearty breakfast burritos, fresh ingredients, and sunny Southern California energy, Earlybird Breakfast Burritos has built a loyal following since opening its first location in Pacific Beach, San Diego.
Grand Opening Highlights
- Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
- Address: 2930 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
- Grand Opening: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; full menu available until 2 p.m.
- Regular operating hours begin Sunday, January 18 at 7:00 a.m.
- Grand Opening Offering: Free breakfast burritos for the first 100 guests on Jan. 17
- Free breakfast burritos for the first 25 guests on Jan. 18 and Jan. 19
- Entertainment: Live DJ, special guest appearances, and interactive entertainment and surprises throughout the morning
“Opening bright and early and serving through the early afternoon, Earlybird brings new momentum to our mornings and expands the breakfast experience. ” said Linda Sadeghi, founder of The LAB. “Alongside Nook Coffee Bar and Goodtown Doughnuts, it completes a dynamic, locally driven lineup that reflects the spirit of small business we’re proud to champion.”
Guests can look forward to Earlybird Breakfast Burritos’ signature breakfast burritos, sandwiches, and bowls – including favorites like the Bacon Bird with eggs, tater tots, bacon, salsa roja, and guacamole – all made fresh daily. In addition, the Costa Mesa location is introducing Earlybird Bottled Buzz, a house-made morning beverage lineup featuring drinks like Dirty Boba, Thai iced tea, champurrado-inspired chocolate lattes, Golden Hour turmeric ginger lattes, matcha, and horchata, crafted for grab-and-go energy.
“Opening at The LAB feels like a full-circle moment for me,” said Scott Slater, founder of Earlybird Breakfast Burritos. “Slater’s 50/50 has deep roots in Orange County, and bringing Earlybird here feels like a homecoming. The LAB has always been a hub for creativity and local flavor, and that’s exactly the kind of community we wanted to join.” To be the first to receive updates on the opening, events, and giveaways, guests are encouraged to sign up for Earlybird’s email list at www.earlybirdbreakfastburritos.com and follow @earlybirdbreakfastburritos and @thelabantimall on Instagram.
The LAB extends its gratitude to Barbonzai for being part of the community since 2021 and wishes the team the best as they enter a well-deserved retirement.
Guests can follow @thelabantimall and visit www.thelab.com for updates on Earlybird’s official opening.