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Stopped into Junior's Cafe to meet a friend for breakfast and ordered a half order of biscuits and…read moregravy while I waited. It turned out to be the best biscuits and gravy I've ever had, absolutely phenomenal. I could t save any they were so good. The best ive ever experienced. I had the chicken fried steak and home fries and everything came out fresh and hot. The staff was friendly and attentive and never let my coffee cup get empty. Anytime I'm passing through El Centro, I'll make it a point to stop here for breakfast, especially for the biscuits and gravy.

Small family style diner that is big on flavor. Service was excellent but again the food was…read moreoutstanding. Definitely are go to thank breakfast/brunch

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Fried eggs and hash browns covered with sausage gravy.

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Ham and eggs, biscuits and gravy half order, and BLT with the best potato salad I've ever had.

Hamburger Stand

3.2(66 reviews)

2.6 mi

Great service and yummy ice cream and milk shakes…read more We willbe back when we come through El Centro again

The things that you could improve is:…read more 1.) you could bring your drive thru orders to the customers by being parked in the front instead of having them sitting and waiting in the drive thru line. 2.) If you also have people ordering big orders, have them order inside, not during the drive-thru line. 3.) You need to hire more employees for the business Me and my husband waited 20 minutes in line thru drive thru and still left with no orders. I DO NOT RECCOMEND THIS BUSINESS. BAD CUSTOMER SERVICE.

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Burgers & Beer

3.6(402 reviews)

3.0 mi

Very good service and good food nice to go with friends and say cheers with a margarita the best…read moreare all the burgers

I stopped here with a friend for diner during a work trip. Judging by the parking lot and the…read moreamount of people inside I knew that this was a favorite amongst the people who live here. They offer a large variety of beers and drink specials every night. We both ordered different burgers and they have a lot to chose from. I was very disappointed with the food quality. The burgers didn't have any seasoning and the bread was too soaked with grease to enjoy it. I would return if I had a chance to sit at the bar and watch the game but wouldn't be back for their food. The service was great and lots of TVs!

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Food was sub-par. Looking at the past reviews, there has been no consistency over time. Like…read more.. these dishes don't look like the pictures! Hash Browns weren't crispy, heat probably set to high just to "sear" one side but the inside was just steamed or raw potato. The photo I inserted does not do it justice to show how small the portions were on these dishes. Not sure if this was all because my group ordered the "build your own..." but I would just get the preset breakfasts if I visited next time- like the All-American Slam which I forgot to get a photo of. Service was fine. I wasn't able to get a name or anything but she did her job well. Just wished we were checked in on more since I wasn't sure which section of the diner she was assigned to that morning? Ambiance was fine, it looked pretty busy but didn't feel chaotic or anything. My main complaint was the food.

Service was fast our waitress was amazing and food was delicious..we had alot of requests and our…read morewaitress was very quick on attending to our needs loved it will come back again

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Broken Yolk Cafe

3.6(216 reviews)

4.2 mi

Locally owned & operated

Family-owned & operated

Great food n great customer service n very prompt service n the atmosphere very homey n all…read moreemployees go above n beyond

Mid food, mid looking place, overpriced. Easiest way to summarize it, it's nothing too crazy, the…read morefood is some of the basics but you're getting charged at least half of what you'd normally pay extra and the place I mean it's clean but nothing special.

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Applebee's Grill + Bar

2.3(94 reviews)

4.2 mi

It's all good and the happy hour fire, y'all just haters fr, the mood is just right! Love the…read moreappetizers, love the cocktail drinks and most of all love the all you can eat option.

The service here is always amazing! The food is always delicious and great. I usually get one of…read morethe bowls or the hamburger but recently I tried the sesame salmon bowl and it was so good. The salmon was tender and did not taste overcooked. The atmosphere is always so nice. The food is always hot as well. Love this place!

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The Burger Den

1.0(1 review)

0.0 mi

This place was disgusting there was a piece of hair on the mushroom. The wait for food is very long…read moreand slow. Workers playing around and atmosphere is very poor.

From the owner: With a focus on high-quality ingredients and big, bold flavor combinations, The Burger Den is…read morecookin' up the classics you expect--and the crafty concoctions you don't--and then partnering with your favorite delivery apps, so you never have to leave your couch. And since it's brought to you by Denny's, the people who invented America's diner (and stay up as late as you do), you know you're gonna find the tastes you want when you want it.

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IHOP

3.1(48 reviews)

1.2 mi

We stopped for breakfast. The breakfast combos included hash browns. They were crisped to…read moreperfection. Eggs cooked to order. The meats were bacon sausage and sausage links and ham. The staff and our server were friendly and helpful. Dining area and restrooms clean. Would return.

Eggs taste terrible most likely they are powdered eggs so sad they cant even buy real eggs how ihop…read morewent downhill they cant even buy real eggs

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Carmenlidia S.

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14 years ago

This morning, my husband and I went to get our free meals that we got from the Denny's in Mission Bay, Ca (from the manager Ms. Kerri). We have to say, that the customer services we received today was the best ever. The manager (Ms. Karina) was so pleasant ,well manner and had no problem assisting & taking care of the issue we had at the other location. Our experiences with the waiter, Edgar was a delightful joy. His customer service skills were excellent and attention to detail was super. We will definitely be going back many more times to this location. And we look forward going back to the Mission Bay location and meeting up with Ms. Kerri, too. We thankful for the excellent training you give to your employee's and the food was wonderful also. read more

Nicole G.

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3 years ago

I had an outstanding experience with Cain. From the moment I walked in, their staff was incredibly welcoming and attentive. They went above and beyond to address my needs and ensure that I had a great experience. The service was prompt, efficient, and delivered with a smile. I was truly impressed by their professionalism and dedication to customer satisfaction. I highly recommend Cain for anyone seeking top-notch service!!:) read more

Ale G.

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3 years ago

I can't say enough about the fantastic service I received from Cain. From the moment I reached out, they were incredibly responsive and helpful. The team not only met my expectations but exceeded them in every way. Their attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction was evident throughout the entire process. I felt valued as a customer and appreciated the personalized service. read more

Yasue M.

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4 years ago

as soon as we walk in, we are greeted with a friendly hello . restaurant looked clean and every employee with a smile. Our waiter Juan was super friendly and knowledgeable on the menu. My breakfast was made to my specifications. Eggs basted, bacon soft and a side of sautéed jalapeños. Thank you again El Centro Denny's (Dogwood Location) for an excellent breakfast! read more

Eliza R.

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7 years ago

My husband and I usually go in the morning but we decided to go thursday around 2-3am last weekend, a blonde girl with red lipstick serves us. She, by far has given us the best service there every time we go. She's fast and so sweet, always a smile on her face. Such a beautiful person and a great, uplifting personality. Will see more of us! Her name is Melissa! read more

Jonathan G.

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8 years ago

I'm giving a very honest review here.. this is the best Denny's out of the two here in El Centro but it's still really bad. Service isn't great, the water taste horrible for whatever reason, & the food quality isn't consistent. They undercook hash browns, burn toast, & rarely clean their tables. It just seems like the staff lacks management. read more

Jennifer Y.

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4 years ago

This is my favorite Dennys by far, great fast service even when it's busy! When I'm here I make sure to ask for Dyane (sounds like Diane) If you have the "imperial valley rants and raves" page on Facebook she's a star on there! Many people have thanked her for her awesome and respectable service. Hats off to you dyane! read more

Marco L.

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3 years ago

Went to Dennys on 3/2/2024, food was great. Our server, Juan was exceptional. He was very attentive from the moment we arrived. Juan regularly checked on our table and offered refills proactively. His attentiveness to our needs was exceptional, often anticipating requests before they were made. read more

Armando C.

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3 years ago

great service at night with the new generation church members. waiter Ruben was great with good customer service and always looking out for the customers . kudos Ruben . keep doing what you do. blessing from new generation church. brother Armando Cruz read more

Ceasar L.

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4 years ago

Our server Juan was prompt and efficient in his service. our order was quickly served and he was attentive in making sure we had a good experience. I highly recommend this location and ask for Juan as your server. read more

Sugey O.

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4 years ago

Awesome service from our server Cain who was very attentive and had good suggestions on what to order. The food was delicious, will come back again to eat at this location. Ask for Cain to get a good waiter. read more

Vanessa R.

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3 years ago

I had awesome service by everyone. The hosts Ana and Tim were amazing. The servers Marisela and Rosario were very attentive. The food was delicious and was delivered quickly. 100% would recommend this Dennys read more

Mario Alberto V.

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2 years ago

gran lugar, muy buena comida gran atención, súper rico, vengan Ya, la ubicación es execrable para una escapada de fin de semana o como yo le hice vine el primer día del año 2025 read more

Daniel M.

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4 years ago

The service is the best I've ever experienced in the valley . Ricardo the manager made sure we enjoyed the food , and a full house ensures the food is just as good . ( it is !) read more

Anthony O.

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4 years ago

Dennys is a great breakfast place, although it does get busy! Your service will be the best if you ask to be seated with Diane! Great service and always with a smile. read more

Christopher G.

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4 years ago

The food here is excellent, fast service, and the ambiance is great. Alfredo was nice and so was the manager Ricardo. I will be coming back again for sure!! :) read more

Georgina R.

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2 years ago

Very good service, food was delicious. And the whole ambiance was excellent and peaceful, I would 100% recommend this place. Oralia Z did a very excellent job read more

Ulises A.

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3 years ago

Awesome service! The waiters attended to us within minutes of being seated. They took our order and our food was out quick!! I would definitely come back!! read more

Nely F.

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4 years ago

Server Cain was very attentive and quick with the service. He would check on my table and refill my drink if needed. Very good job, need more Cains :) read more

Anapaula V.

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4 years ago

Excellent service! Loved my food that I ordered, the coffee and orange juice was amazing. My server was Ana Montes congrats she's the best ever read more

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The things that you could improve is:…read more 1.) you could bring your drive thru orders to the customers by being parked in the front instead of having them sitting and waiting in the drive thru line. 2.) If you also have people ordering big orders, have them order inside, not during the drive-thru line. 3.) You need to hire more employees for the business Me and my husband waited 20 minutes in line thru drive thru and still left with no orders. I DO NOT RECCOMEND THIS BUSINESS. BAD CUSTOMER SERVICE.

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