EXCELLENT SERVICE & YUMMY BUCKWHEAT PANCAKES! If you're a breakfast/brunch specialist like myself…read moreyou need to add this place to your Yelp to-do list. I'm a huge fan of trying new pancakes and Family House delivered. The pancakes are fluffy, and the sizes are perfect. My pancakes came with my country scramble which was equally delicious. I just had to upgrade a bit from buttermilk to buckwheat. The meal was very filling, it kept me satisfied all the way to dinner almost. The Family House of Pancakes is very busy and has a lot of patrons. It's a community hub and rightfully so. Staff are attentive and polite, we were checked on regularly despite the sheer amount of visitors. My family took my Grandpa out to eat here and we were still able to hold a conversation, it wasn't overly loud. I felt super comfortable. FHOP has booths and tables across the restaurant. Walking is tight as everything seems close to eachother. A bar/counter is also available for smaller parties. We waited 15 mins to be seated, there's a speaker in front of the restaurant to alert you when you're called. The wait felt like a breeze.

I don't make it to South County often but know that this place has been around since 1964 and is…read moreone of the most popular breakfast options in Chula Vista. They are known for their very large portions and this being my first visit I can confirm that is true. There is also a large free parking lot in the back so parking was really easy. We had to wait about 15 minutes for a table for 4 when we arrived around 10AM Sunday morning. Inside was packed and every table was taken, but our food came out surprisingly fast. They have a very large menu filled with all sorts of options on it. They have everything from American to Mexican classics as well as pancakes and waffles and everything in between. It's the sort of place that young people and old can find something. I would call it more of a country kitchen versus a diner and they have inside seating only. For this visit I chose the Chorizo Omelette and really enjoyed it. It came with a ton of meat and a large fruit side. They could definitely use a little bit of refurbishment on the inside, but the food quality was very good and the pricing was fair. I would recommend if you are in the area.

Service was great, they kept the coffee coming!…read more I used to come here when I was a kid so it's been a few years since I've been here and it's just as fantastic as I remembered! Food was good and for a great price! I love a chicken fried steak breakfast for $15.99 , what a steal! You won't find better prices than manna! The booth seats are iconic as well and I was able to show this place to my friends and family who fell in love!

Grabbed breakfast here and had chicken fried steak after a very early movie viewing (6:30AM)…read more The server here was amazing. The dining area was clean with more than 3/4's of the tables and booths filled. This looks like a very popular place for locals. Many of them know the server by name. The food was amazing. I had a biscuit and gravy with the eggs over easy and crispy hashbrowns, so this made for a great combo. I'm set for the day!

My family went to dinner here on a Wednesday. It was not busy so service was quick and attentive…read more My kids thoroughly enjoyed the retro themed diner and immediately wanted to sit at the barstools. The aesthetic overall was incredible. Things we ordered: Pickled Plate 9/10 - kind of a lot of garlic but the mushrooms were INSANE. Crudités 8/10 - quality ranch for dipping, great variety of veggies to help balance a typically fatty, high calorie diner menu. Tuna Melt 9/10 - would come back specifically for this sandwich. Very tasty and kid approved Club Sandwich 8/10 - my typical diner order, they go heavy on the lettuce, topping were loaded up towards the front of the sandwich so after the first few bites it's just bread. Tasted great though. Pot Roast 9/10 - great quality pot roast served with mashed potatoes and corn. Really delicious and would order again. Deviled Eggs 6/10 - standard. Nothing special. Flavors didn't boom or bust. My complaints: the few downsides to Beginner's Diner - their menu isn't 24hrs like most diners so you can't order breakfast items throughout the day which is always fun. Sodas don't come with free refills, they are bottled which is cool but I tend to like at least one refill instead of having to ration out my soda to last me the whole meal. Great spot for families. Kid approved. We will 100% come back and we recommend this spot to anyone looking for a cool dining experience.

curly fries were soooo good! the grilled cheese could've used a little more pizazz but the pickle…read morespear saved it! always a fun vibe at the lafayette! i went during the pool day and it was definitely a party

Food was good Hash brown and potatoes were overcooked and…read moredry that would be the only negative. Service was great she was very friendly Pancakes were really good

My grandparents, Bill and Jeanne Elyea, asked me to write this review for them:…read more "We have been eating here with a group of our old collegues and their families, for over 4 years. The food is always good, and the service is great. They treat you like family and we always leave full and happy."

Breakfast date with the hubby. Cute little spot in East Chula Vista. The hubby even tried a "golden…read moremilk." He was feeling brave..... Great service & yummy food. #DiningWithTheAndersons #TryingNewSpots #BreakfastDates

Tried out Sunday Breakfast Society and had a mixed experience…read more The food itself was good. I ordered the tacos and Tim got the chilaquiles, and both had solid flavor and were well prepared. No complaints on quality. The tough part was the portion size. For the price, it felt really small and left us both wishing there was more on the plate. It just didn't quite match the value you expect for breakfast. Overall, good food, but the portions versus price would make me think twice before coming back.

overall amazing customer service and support. food was amazing and always come back !read more

We're from out of town and staying in San Diego because our son had a soccer game in Chula Vista…read more My husband was craving a Mexican breakfast, so we searched for something close to the soccer field and found El Patio. We're so glad we did! The food was delicious, and the restaurant itself is such a cute spot. The decor and atmosphere are really charming and welcoming. They were pretty busy when we were there, but you would never know it based on the service we received. Our server, Gerardo, was amazing! He was so friendly, attentive, and genuinely nice. He kept us updated on our food, stayed on top of our refills, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. Just a really cool guy who made us feel taken care of even with how busy the restaurant was. Between the great food, adorable atmosphere, and impeccable service, we were really happy to stumble across this little gem. If we're ever back in Chula Vista, we would absolutely come back. Definitely a great breakfast spot and an easy five stars from us! From your friendly, Chiefs fans :)

I have no hate to this place but I wasn't blown away with them. I will say I prefer the old Sea 180…read morethat used to be here. Located in Imperial Beach, Toasted is the new restaurant that took over the old Sea 180 in the main resort in IB. Don't get me wrong, it was yummy, but it was mediocre as well. One thing I do like is that their patio is dog friendly. Parking is relatively decent, depending on what time of day you go. We went for brunch, on a weekday, so it wasn't bad at all. We got a spot in the park right next to the hotel, which had a ramp connecting up to the patio of the restaurant. They do offer valet or you can find street parking in the neighborhoods nearby. I can say that later in the day, parking is significantly harder. The restaurant itself was clean. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating. Patio had plenty of seats with a great view. Service was decent. Our waitress was nice but we had to ask numerous times for my Uncle's Orange Juice. And there were periods of time where we felt like she had just disappeared. Food was okay. I had the chilaquiles and to me, I thought it was a little too spicy. I've had chilaquiles before and they haven't been that spicy. Portion size though was pretty good. My boyfriend had the crispy chicken and pancakes and we liked that one better. It had a good kick to it and the crispness was pretty good even with syrup on it. I see this place having a lot of potential. I've heard the other locations had pretty good reviews so I don't see why this place can't. I definitely do think they have room to grow. I'm not against coming back, but I don't actively see myself saying "Hey let's go to Toasted for Brunch!"

Stopped by for brunch and this location is in such a cute hotel, and it was super easy to find with…read moreall the signage on the outside of the hotel. I order the chilaquiles, my food arrived at room temperature, I'm assuming because they made it prior to the entree being ready or it was just sitting there. The flavor of the chilaquiles was good, and it looked like a decent portion size, however I wish they did add a bit more barbacoa. I got the white peach bellini, I felt it could've used a bit more of the white peach. While you can see the color difference, I definitely tasted more Prosecco, which some people prefer. Lavender lady: I definitely recommend mixing it up when you drink it, as most of good flavor is at the bottom. We were hoping to try the kanafee, but they had just put in to the oven to cook around 12 and said it wouldn't be ready until an hour later. Somethings to work on here, but the food was good and we definitely will be back to Toasted, but probably will try the La Mesa location next unless we are looking for the ocean view! It was a very chilly day and it would've been nice if the fire place was on!

I absolutely loved the '50s vibe!…read more The colors, outfits, hairstyles, and décor really made you feel like you stepped back in time when life seemed a little simpler. I especially loved all the old-school photos on the walls it added so much character and nostalgia. The food was okay overall. The wings were good, and the fish & chips were decent, but my daughter loved them! The Cobb salad and chili were both just okay. The Fruity Pebbles shake and cinnamon toast crunch shake was REALLY good! Overall, I'd come back for the vibe and experience more than the food. They also have an arcade, which makes it even more fun, especially if you're bringing the kids. Definitely a cute, nostalgic spot to check out!

We were hosting some friends from out of state for her son's birthday and decided to go to Corvette…read moreDiner. We were seated quickly which was a wonderful thing considering we had 3 kids with us. Our server was Frenchie and she was great. Our food was surprisingly hot. Our first notice to the oddness of the night was the balloon guy. Throughout the night we noticed the servers would form groups of 5 plus to sing birthday songs for the birthday kids. When it came to our turn, we had only 2 servers show up to sing for us. Frenchie even yelled out for help with no one coming to help out with making this evening special for us. One guy came by but quickly made a left to go into another area. Our little guy didn't notice because Frenchie made him feel special. As we sat there questioning what just happened, we noticed that 4 tables down someone was getting sung to. Guess how many were there singing? A minimum of 5 servers. We also noticed that we were not offered the birthday hats that that same party received. We asked to speak with a manager regarding what just happened. Ricky made excuses for what we observed and how we felt regarding what happened. My wife got upset at him minimizing our experience. When he noticed her tone change, he changed accordingly. He recommended we speak with the GM. We paid $200 for our meal and nowhere in that amount did we ask that we be looked over and go unnoticed. From where we sat, I was able to see the majority of the area. I don't know if there is a moral to this story or a silver lining but this experience ruined our evening and a little boy's 7th birthday. Im not saying to not eat here but i am saying that if you are a person of color, keep your eyes open to how you're being treated.

Over Labor Day Weekend Our experience here was outstanding…read morewith my little family we were extremely exhausted from the horrible experience at Sea world. Kids were fussy and we were starving. I have to say the owner and employees were so nice to us. Talked to the kids and even gave them free drinks the Philly cheesesteak was one of the best I've ever had in my life the fries and onion rings etc were so good. We appreciate you so much for making us feel welcome in your establishment even with our kids acting up this will be our go to place everytime we come to Cali for sure. Thank from Theo and his little family. Our little Tj gave you knuckles saying potato and French fries. It's a nice little diner atmosphere which we loved it's so family friendly and welcoming. Thank you again

Food was Top Notch. And the service was amazing. Felt like we've been coming here for years. Good…read moreJob Fellas! We'll be back.

I came here over the weekend, on Sunday, just looking for a quick bite and to relax. I saw on the…read moremenu, before I arrived, they had cornbread and I was craving some. Outside, there was a band/dj combination playing 90's music from all genres, and a nice fun crown outside dancing. The weather was nice so I could sit inside and enjoy the music. I am not a big burger person but this place def topped the scales in a positive way! Their burger was amazing! The sweet potato fries were a little overdone (dark) but not burnt so I didn't have to return them. But the star of the show was their version of an espresso martini, but made with tequila. GAME CHANGER! SO SMOOOTH! I was disappointed they had run out of the cornbread. I am only in town for a few more days so I came back tonight for one last espresso and to see if they had cornbread, which they did. Huge portion, delicious flavor and honey butter adds another layer of deliciousness! Worth it. Laid back atmosphere tonight. Large space, lots of room, friendly staff both visits. Def worth a trip. And good parking! Which is worth the drive, if you know anything about San Diego.

First time here for an event and I had a great time. A band was playing and everyone was out there…read moredancing and having a good time. They have indoor and outdoor seating, plenty of space for large group gatherings. I don't know the name of all the dishes I had. My favorite was chicken tenders. They were juicy and crunchy. They were gone in an instant . I'd have to order that when i visit again. Plenty of parking available. It looks like there's a cover charge after a certain hour if a band is playing. Overall, it's a great place for some good food and good times.