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    Big Joe's

    4.2 (603 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 2:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids

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    Keith A.

    Visiting San Francisco in Feb 2024 and this diner looked good and was within walking distance. Nice staff, warm greeting as soon as we walked in. It is on the smaller side, but we had 4 people and found a table pretty quickly. Ambiance is nice, pictures on the walls, sports memorabilia, TVs and the feeling is welcoming. You can see my attached photos and the photos of the menu. Plenty of food choices. Portions were right, price was not bad, food was hot and fresh, and it did not take long at all. We tried a mixture of things from pancakes to burritos to sandwiches. Photos attached. Definitely worth a try if you are in the area.

    Jenny B.

    Such a great spot for brunch/lunch! The food was absolutely delicious, fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared and the service was just as wonderful. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcome without being rushed. And a plus there were tv's to watch football while eating! It's clear they really care about both the food and the experience. We left happy, full, and already planning our next visit. We had the Spanish omelette, French toast and Tuna Melt and each dish was so fresh and delicious. Highly recommend Big Joe's!

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    Greg G.

    Yeah this totally looks like a bacon cheeseburger. At least they got the potatoes right.

    Menu 9/2024
    Jade C.

    I came in a bit after 7am and the place looked closed. Ordered a breakfast burrito with pork sausage and sides of salsa. Order took about 10 minutes. Not bad.

    Buttermilk Pancake!
    Carrie B.

    It's a small place but the staff is extremely friendly and the food is pretty good. I got 2 eggs with bacon, potatoes and a side of the french toast. The kid got an order of buttermilk pancake and hot chocolate. Decorations are sports memorabilia but it's not in your face. Just a homey diner.

    Squeaky clean bathroom!
    Stanley L.

    The owner and his wife is such a lovely couple. They own the business together and pour their heart and soul into the foods. God bless them up some more - yelp squad you already know they make great food! Recommend with the utmost regard, respectfully so!

    Koko J.

    Anytime I'm in the area, this place is the best for breakfast ! Thanks for a great breakfast Peter!!

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    Stephanie W.

    So cute place! First time visiting & their breakfast looked so good! So I had egg Benedict with home potatoes plus free coffee once you check in on their Yelp page! It was so good & yet fresh meal! The staffs are very welcoming and their music gave good beats to boost your mood!

    Brioche French toast (half serving)
    Christopher F.

    Fantastic breakfast experience! There should be a line down the block. Pete's a personable host, and the space has character and is comfortable. The food! It was fantastic! The French toast was the best I've ever had. Definitely check this place out!

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    Food is delicious and staff is friendly and attentive. It's now a regular spot for me. Great vibes!

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    Great vibe, great food, great service too. great to see an old school Diner doing well.

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    Hands down the best thing I ate in San Francisco! It was not only delicious but enough to fill me…read moreup for the entire day. I ordered the carnitas burrito and my husband ordered the carne asada one. We also asked the guys for a salsa picante and their house made one delivered! The ingredients were tasty, well seasoned and fresh. Service is quick, food and ambiance are no frills and cash only. I think about this burrito daily and am willing to travel across the country to get it again. Not to mention, but this is a Mission style burrito in the Mission! This is the only way to do it and I now totally understand the hype.

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    Definitely the best burrito spot in the city 10 out of 10 we did the Carne Asada with chips and…read moresalsa which was very fresh. The line was quite long wrapped around the block but took about 25 minutes because people come here sit down and they eat and leave pretty quickly because the lines are long. The ambience is very nice. It's like I walked into a Hispanic home. The staff here are very friendly, but please make sure you accommodate because there is a lot of people waiting in line so I'm not saying eat your food fast and leave. There is benches and tables which make it feel like you walked into a Hispanic home as well. The Strawberry Horchata and mango Agua Fresca is really good 10 out of 10.

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