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    Catrina Cafe

    4.6 (18 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Espanola Omelette in front, El Trompo Omelette in the back - A green plate holds a dish topped with avocado slices and a tomato-based sauce, accompanied by roasted potatoes.
    Jessica R.

    We checked this place out for breakfast and it was really good! I had the Espanola Omelette (subbed the sausage for chorizo) that comes with a side of seasoned red potatoes. It also comes with a choice of toast, pancakes, fruit or tortillas and I chose the pancakes which were delightful. The place is kind of split with one side as a bar and the other where most of the seating is. Service was great - she was so attentive and always made sure our coffee was refilled.

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    Chris B.

    Great food and service!!! Interior is very nice and the server Collectivo coffee. Highly recommend.

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    Nancy B.

    The ample menu might leave you trying to decide among several good options, and based on our choices today, we can say you are likely to find good and tasty savory or sweet fare. I had the veggie fajitas, which was a very generous portion of everything, and my partner had the strawberry crepes. He enjoyed them and I also tried them and can confirm they were delicious. So, a few highlights: you can get breakfast fare until 4pm, and you can already get dinner options at 3pm. That overlap should keep your squad happy! Also, they have happy hours Wednesday to Sunday, so do check the margaritas and drinks menu for more details. The front patio is nice since there is a tree for some shade. The back patio wasn't open today, but that might be another great option for a balmy summer/fall evening. Nice service and reasonable prices given the hearty portions.

    Churro French Toast - A dessert plate features French toast with sliced strawberries, whipped cream dollops, and syrup drizzle, served on a white square dish.
    Abbey B.

    Such an incredible restaurant! We absolutely love Catrina, they have wonderful tacos and drinks! We loved their appetizer La Vale Madre (so good!) and their homemade chips and salsa are awesome! The service is stellar, the wait staff are knowledgeable and attentive. It has a family friendly ambiance that we really enjoy.

    Chilaquiles - A plate of Mexican breakfast with scrambled eggs, roasted potatoes, and toppings including avocado, cilantro, and chopped onions.
    Samantha L.

    If you're searching for your next favorite spot for authentic Mexican food, look no further than Catrina Cafe. The service here is truly exceptional--attentive without being intrusive, and every recommendation feels genuine and thoughtful. The ambience strikes the perfect balance between modern and traditional. Colorful murals line the walls, woven lanterns cast a soft glow over rustic wooden tables, and the upbeat music creates a lively, inviting atmosphere that makes you want to linger long after your meal. And the food was bursting with flavor and beautifully presented and perfectly seasoned. This is the kind of place that makes you want to come back the very next day. Delicious food, amazing service, and a wonderful ambience--it's everything you could hope for in a dining experience. Highly recommended.

    A table with multiple glasses of orange and yellow drinks, a cake with sparklers, and people celebrating indoors near a window.

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    I love a duck just make sure you get a reservation. It's worth it. It's memorable and delicious.

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    Great place, food is good, drinks are good, the service is good and the ambiance is good.

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    Good food. Service was really slow. Took almost 1.5 hours to eat lunch! And it was empty.

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