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    Brandon's Diner

    3.7 (516 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Nutella & Banana Pancakes -  Buttermilk Pancakes
    Y G.

    Went in for some breakfast with my sibling , we have always had curiosity into this place and we finally were able to try it . Service is a plus + all servers are very nice and always checking up , Food is very delicious as of the place it gives back then old times . I highly recommend 10/10

    Bowl of Albondigas Soup
    Dennis T.

    We have been here a few times since my last review, and the place continues to satisfy. On the latest occasion I enjoyed a Patty Melt on Rye prepared medium rare as requested, with French Fries. Small onion cubes added to the classic diner-food effect, and the Rye Bread used, with rye aplenty, was outstanding. The Fries, smeared in ketchup, were tasty, too. And Diane once again liked her Meat Lovers Skillet with crispy Hashbrowns. The only problem we encountered was that as we arrived I could see a waitress looking out the window with an "Oh no!" look on her face as she saw me parking our car in front of the diner. It was 8:40 p.m. on a Sunday night, and the restaurant closes at 9. Sure enough, I was told that all soups and salads--even Chili--had already been put away, and were unavailable to order. This is not what I expect to encounter when I arrive at a restaurant over 15 minutes before closing time. Our server, Sara G., who had been the person I saw looking out the window with a sorrowful expression, explained that the night had been exceptionally slow, and no further diners had been expected. Fortunately for me and Diane, the taste of the food we ordered made up for my disappointment at not having a full menu to draw from, including the wonderful Albondigas Soup made here, and Chili. So it was still at least a four-star experience in any event. And a mixture of piped in music soothed our spirits as we ate.

    Appetizers sampler - Wings, Rings and Things
    Sweetwater M.

    We love Brandon's! It's a great place to go when everyone wants something different. Breakfast, lunch, or dinner - can't go wrong! Service has always been great. Can take a bit to order/see a waiter if they're busy, but even then it's pretty easy to flag someone down. There's plenty of seating, some TVs, and it's not super loud in there. Also, Taco Tuesday is amazing!

    Mark L.

    Taco tuesday at its finest love the chicken tacos here, 3 chicken tacos for $8.45 only on Tuesday. Complimented with excellent customer service.( See Casey) Thank you, Mark LaBray

    Great specials ! Monday thru Friday 7-11am  Bacon and 2 Eggs Plate
    Claudia G.

    Had the menudo! Great for breakfast hubby had the breakfast sandwich! I recommend the weekday breakfast specials.

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    I love this place for breakfast and mimosas. Never had a bad meal. Recommend Ana's salad and their Menudo and pancakes are excellent!

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    Very friendly staff, good food, for a good price. We will definitely go back in the near future.

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    Always great breakfast and good service. Heather was my server and was quick to get my order and refill my coffee

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    3 months ago

    Love the food and service here!!! There's always a lot of food and they keep my drink filled. One of my favorite diners to go to.

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    My family loves Brandon's Their good is always good as well as the service They have daily specials that help

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    10 months ago

    Good food and good service. Big portions. Busy Sunday breakfast but worth the wait. I would go there again.

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    This place was amazing the food was great and service awesome we will definitely be back

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    Service was good, I specifically asked for NO MAYO and got home and there was mayo on club sandwich.

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    Do you serve alcohol and wine at breakfast time?

    They have a variety of beer in bottle and drafts, they have several mimosas and a mimosa flight. Moreno valley location has full bar Menu. Here we've just had mimosas and micheladas

    I seen they have all you can eat salad bar, do you pay extra for that?

    I don't think so

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