The California-founded breakfast and brunch chain has signed a new four-unit development deal that will bring four locations to Los Angeles County, introducing the chain to a new area.
The first location, which is tentatively set to open in the first quarter of 2026, will debut in Downey. Brothers John, Bryant and Jason Corona have partnered with their father, Juan Corona and uncle, Saul DeLa Rosa, to expand Broken Yolk’s presence in Southern California. Juan was the first-ever franchisee to join El Pollo Loco in 1981. The family also operates multiple Movita Juice Bar locations.
“Our family had the opportunity to dine in at one of Broken Yolk Cafe’s Las Vegas locations not too long ago and the experience left a lasting impression,” said John Corona. “The food was incredible, the hospitality was infectious and after getting to meet the brand’s president for ourselves, it was clear the leadership and direction of the franchise were second to none.”
Founded in 1979 in the San Diego area, Broken Yolk has expanded into Idaho, Nevada, Arizona and Texas. The chain operates a system-wide total of 41 locations.
“Even as Broken Yolk stretches its roots across the American Southwest, it’s wonderful to watch as our brand continues to grow more prominent right here at home in Southern California,” said John Gelastopoulos, President of Broken Yolk Café. “Juan’s family understands what it means to lead with a people-first mentality and will be excellent partners in sharing our ‘Brunch on the Sunnyside’ mantra with new communities along the West Coast.”
