Rae’s Restaurant in Santa Monica isn’t just a diner – it’s a morning ritual, a community gathering spot, and quite possibly the keeper of the best hash browns west of the Mississippi.

The inaugural Breakfast for Dinner event was a who’s who of Manteca Thursday at the Thomas Toy Community Center.

Popular Des Moines brunch restaurant The Breakfast Club will open a fourth location in Waukee in 2026. The new restaurant ...