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Café Escondido

3.2 (113 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican
Closed • Closed

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What's the vibe?
Romantic
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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Miranda R.

This hidden gem is so amazing, they are only open Saturday and Sundays but it is definitely worth it! The cafe de olla is divine and the chicken was the juiciest and freshest I've had. I will say the wait time for food is a bit long but it is because all plates are freshly prepared for you in their open kitchen. You can see everything being prepared by the chefs. They have horses and chickens in the back and the scenery is beautiful. The staff is lovely as well, I recommend Café Escondido and will continue to return.

Yandery F.

What a great place! The food was so good and tasty, nice portions and fresh ingredients. The smell of fresh tortillas lingers throughout the place making it feel like you're eating home cooking. The jungle/country vibes are great, the first thing I told my partner when we got here "this place is giving jungle cruise vibes". The staff was friendly and got our food very quickly. Will definitely be back.

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Kia A.

I always love Mexican breakfast! I'm glad my husband discovered this relaxing spot. We had Asada & Pollo Combination Plate, Menudo, café de olla, and boing mango. I enjoyed the food! All staff are attentive, approachable, and quick to attend to guests, from the receptionist to the servers and the Cashier. We also bought plants. The owner is nice! Come and check out this spot.

Meg D.

Ambiance is 10 out if 10! Very authentic from decor to plates, etc. Food is good, the coffee is legit! Service was great, it's a family owned business and all hands are on deck. The only reason I slashed off a star is when it got dark there wasn't enough lights esp in the bathroom area.

Lorena C.

I really wanted to like this place because it looks cute and has potential, but honestly the experience was terrible from the moment we arrived. The parking situation is an absolute nightmare -- tiny, stressful, and nearly impossible unless you want to circle around forever. Then came the wait. About an hour and a half just to get seated, and another incredibly hour and a half wait for the food to come out. What made it worse is that they don't even seem to have any organized system for managing customers. They literally write names down by hand in a notebook to keep track of the waitlist, which feels ridiculous considering how busy the place gets. The hostess's attitude was also really unpleasant. Not welcoming at all, seemed irritated whenever people asked about the wait, and overall made the experience feel even more frustrating. The food might be okay, but nothing is worth wasting hours of your day dealing with bad organization, terrible parking, and poor customer service. There are plenty of better breakfast spots in the Valley without all this chaos.

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Miguel G.

We have a bd experience with the food no taste at all too small portion of chilaquiles if you add 2 eggs will cost +$4 and the barbacoa was no taste not good food , coffee and conchas was ok the staff they don't know what tables order what they confiuse the orders in 3 diferet tables one of those was ours . Tables and chairs was dusty . The place got a nice look alittle hard to find the entrance theres no sings of the restaurant outside

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Arlene L.

A weekend only very hidden gem in a nursery with a flavorful menu and great friendly staff. Upon arriving you immediately smell the aromatic wood fire coming from the open kitchen. This is a must go to if you want a different experience in the valley. We saw a lot of large parties enjoying themselves and embracing the nature surrounding them. I will be back!

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Shannon E.

Hidden gem! It's literally hidden from the road but once you enter, it's a lush paradise. The staff is super friendly & the food was fresh and delicious. Limited, small parking lot. Clean but septic tank bathroom (no toilet paper gets flushed). No hard alcohol or wine but they have bottled beer.

Joana G.

I came here on Mother's Day and honestly loved the whole vibe of this place. The only thing I'd say is that the food did take a long while to come out, but considering how packed it was for Mother's Day, it was understandable. The atmosphere is SO welcoming. Right when you walk in, you can smell the authentic Mexican cheese and the firewood they use to cook, which gives it that cozy ranch smell that reminds me of Mexico. It seriously feels like you're hanging out in a ranch in Mexico. The place is inside a nursery, so there are plants and greenery everywhere which makes it feel super peaceful and unique. The food was super tasty and authentic, the pricing is good, and the staff was attentive and kind even during such a busy day. They also have tons of seating and an exposed kitchen which is really cool to see. To check out, you just pay at the front register which was easy and convenient. Totally recommend this place!!!! even if it's just to grab a cofecito and some conchas!

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Do they offer alcohol?

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Does anyone know if this place is actually open for business still? No one answered the phone and last time we stopped by they were closed.

Only weekends

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