This place has been in business forever. I used to eat since the mid 70's at his place. Never had a bad meal here The breakfast was always my favorite. I don't care if it was the pancakes plain or fancy, o the french toast, or the waffles. They were always so good. The owner was always present and he was always so friendly and made sure all his guests were well taken care of and that they enjoyed their meal. Something you rarely see anyplace these days. You will genuinely love this place. read more

One of the best places in Salinas to have breakfast or lunch. The customer service is excellent.

I don't know if ownership has changed or what but my last initial was great. This is why you give restaurants a second chance service was attentive food was great and we left talking about planning our next visit. read more

Hidden Gem!! There is nothing like the veggie omelet!! They use whatever fresh, locally sourced veggies they can find and load it up with delicious cheese. I have it with their fantastic house made salsa and just grub! I can only eat 1/2 so I literally take the other 1/2 home and it heats up perfectly. Don't forget to tip your waitress, Lucy is an angel! read more

Basing my review on items you can't really hide behind. Potatoes were underwhelming and under seasoned. Eggs were overcooked (ordered sunny side up). Seems like they may have better items. But as far as breakfast goes, these are staples read more

I absolutely love this place.. Their service makes you want to think your in a different era. The waitresses theyre always friendly and if you go there more then once, they will remember your face the next time you come around. All in all great service and thru truly have the best fries and burgers in town. read more

Services are super. Old school diner vibe, hon. Chicken sandwich or burger are my go-to hear. Dig the fresh produce w/ the works on these sandwiches. read more

So I've been coming here with my mom since I was a little girl. I've never been a huge fan of the food, but that's not what this post is about. This post is about cleanliness, or the lack thereof. This place is gross. I could hardly eat because of the dust and grime. The picture attached is of the wall next to my seat. The owners need to have the place scrubbed down, repainted, and recover the seats. If I see filth like that I keep imagining what the kitchen might look like, eek! read more

Dudley's Oldtown - Sandwiches Near Me - Salinas, California

If you're ever visiting Salinas, you have to stop by Dudley's Oldtown. I've visited this restaurant about four or five times in my life. I love the service there, and I especially love the food served for breakfast and lunch. I recommend the chili omelet. The chili and eggs just melt in your mouth. You should every burger and sandwich offered on the menu. If possible, I'd rate this place 7 out of 5 stars. read more

Stoped here for breakfast. ABC omelette was good. Sourdough toast was good generous side of potatoes. The French toast order on the 123 was small and the bacon was super greasy. Coffee was fair. Overall not bad but not spectacular either. Dated worn interior is no big deal but they should focus on cleaning and dusting. read more

Went there for breakfast and the server didn't stop by once to see if I needed anything. Not once. Then she walks by and slaps the check on the table-face up! Experienced wait staff know to never do this. Besides that, she just assumed I was done without asking if there was going to be anything else; like she was running me out of something. read more

Best Turkey Burger hands down! I have tried others at different restaurants but keep coming back for this one. The mandarin chicken salad is bomb too! Service is quick and friendly. Great spot for lunch as there are adjacent shops to browse. read more

"Best burger in town" I don't think so! I've been there for breakfast in the past, it was fair for an average cafe. Today the place I wanted to eat lunch was closed for the weekend and this was near by so I decided to drop in. Can't say the place is real clean but they must pass city inspection since they are still open. I decided to try the burger because the menu said "the best in town". What I received was an over cooked, dried out piece of hamburger. No juices or color to it other than brownish grilling. The bun wasn't soft and seemed to be just pulled from a plastic bag, to say it was day old would be generous. Not toasted or anything. If they had buttered it and put it on the grill for a second or two that would have made it passable. So just a bun, meat, lettuce, tomatoe and onions...there you go. The fries were crispy and pretty good but made me think of reconstituted potatoes. The taste at first made me think they were cooking fish in the oil as well. The coffee was weak. The waitress did refill my coffee once, then dropped the bill on the counter and that was it for this visit. No more for me! read more

Class diner with good food and great service! The staff was very nice and caring. I also enjoyed the outdoor seating. I highly recommend the Phoenix! read more

The food is quite good! The Pepsi taste funny. This is not one strange occurrence. I have rated here several times for the food. Just the Pepsi is strange . Hmm weird. read more

I went to this place when I was on a break from jury duty. I ordered a hot roast beef sandwich, what I got was a sandwich with roast beef slices, cheese and long green chili peppers that looked as if it had been run through a toaster oven. Definitely not a hot roast beef sandwich. There was no roast beef gravy on it, and I have never heard of nor seen green chili peppers on a hot roast beef sandwich. Had I had time, I would have sent it back. The server, however, was gracious and efficient and kept my coffee cup full. read more

Loved all aspects of this family owned restaurant. From the greeting, the attentiveness, portions and service!

My father and I stopped in for lunch and had some decent sandwiches. I was even entertained by a small puzzle. My club sandwich was served with 2 segments stuck together with toothpicks. When I reached for a section of sandwich I realized that the cook had forgotten a piece of bread making 2 quarters of a sandwich into 1 half of one. The waitress was nice and apologetic about it. She got me a slice of bread pronto. The food was good. The fries were actually noticeably good. The price was comparable to Denny's... maybe a little more. I'd go again. read more

Dudley's Oldtown - One of these things is not like the other... can you figure it out? - Sandwiches Near Me - Salinas, California

I haven't eaten here in a long time and yesterday I had to walk in for a quick lunch before a meeting...and they did not disappoint! Like what other Yelpers mentioned, their fries are BOMB! I had the 1/2 lb. burger with avocado and bacon and I melted. Lol Definitely coming back! read more

Dudley's Oldtown - Sandwiches Near Me - Salinas, California

Stopped by Dudleys to have breakfast and all I can say is they did their job. They took our order, brought us our food and dropped off the bill. No refills or check-in. The diner was pretty empty which made our experience disappointing. The food is basic- nothing exciting. We should've went to Denny's. We will not be returning. read more

Wonderful local diner! I go there every week or so. Simple and well prepared breakfast or lunch meals .

Came in for lunch. Greeted by friendly staff. Ordered coffee and water which arrived promptly. Coffee was satisfactory. Not burnt. I ordered grilled cheese ,fries, and a side of fruit. I was pleasantly surprised when I bit into the sandwich that it was cheddar cheese instead of American. Fries were nice, crispy, and tasty. The fruit was a nice and fresh assortment consisting of grapes, watermelon, cantaloupe, honey dew, apples, and orange. I plan to come back. read more

I had not been here in a while. I know cost of living goes up but for the amount of food they serve the prices are a bit too high. Location is good as far as being in downtown area. Parking is a bit hard to get if you go for lunchtime; so try to arrive with enough time . Customer service was okay; service was a bit rushed. She gave us bill without asking if we needed anything else. As far as interior design setting is ok but boy seating and floor area seems dirty and a bit outdated. Don't think i'll return again unless things change a bit and wish they do since it's a key symbol of what downtown salinas is about. read more

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I love, love, love this place. it's so old school. I had the homemade zucchini nut bread sandwich. It was amazing. The fries were crisp and delicious. Also, the waitress was a realIy sweet! i live in the bay area and when i'm driving down the 101 i'm gonna stop here every time and get that sandwich! read more

This place has a nice homey feel to it! I love the staff here - nice and friendly and they are quick to serve us. The tuna melt was scrumptious and I highly recommend getting it. Whenever I'm in the area, this is my #1 place to go to. Go Dudley's! read more

I really like this place. I have been going here for a few years about once a month. I usually meet a coworker for lunch or breakfast meetings. Its simple, consistent, basic cafe food. The staff is always friendly, they keep our beverages topped, food is prepared to order and with comfortable portion. Some of these poor reviews i am reading are a bit stretching. Relax, focus on enjoying time and a meal with a friend and stop over analyzing everything around you. Consider not everything is perfect in life. read more

I was drawn my the title of "Best Burger in town" painted outside the location, and after I walked out, I couldn't necessarily disagree. For as long as I've lived in Salinas and as often as I frequent Oldtown, I was both surprised and disappointed in myself for not visiting many the great spots that have been here longer than I have. One of those is Dudley's. As soon as I walked in I was greeted by a very friendly waitress and quickly seated. Of course I ordered their Burger, which quickly prompted the waitress to mention they also had the best fries in town. What's a great Burger without great Fries, right?? She spoke the truth! The Burger/Fries combo was unbelievable. Meat was cooked properly, the sizing of the lettuce and tomatoes was just right (some places exaggerate on the lettuce or give you a super thick slice of tomato *points at Red's). The fries were, simply put, phenomenal. At first bite I knew they were among the best I've had. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, smooth to the bite. Just how I like my fries. Food aside, service was great! Everyone there was very friendly, they seemed very determined to make sure your experience was fantastic (spoiler - it was) and there is no doubt I'll be returning there next week, and maybe the one after that. read more

I been going there since 1992. When the other people was running the place. I work very closed to them. All my employers wore coming often. But Today I was running a little late. I walked in the restaurant at 1. 53 and was told that they closed at I ask the lady at what time that they closed, very rudely told me at 1.50 a just walk away. I had gone there for many years to know that they closed at 2. Pm. But for now they don't have to worry for the time. Not going back at all neither all my employees. read more

I would really like to give this place 4/5 stars because I enjoy the food and I love supporting local business but the multiple times my fiancé and I have gone multiple times and just about every time the waitress is rude she checks on everyone but us and takes people's orders that arrived after us. On several occasions they will just leave the receipt on our table without saying a word. I feel like we've had terrible service because we look a lot younger than we are but we make it a point to be polite and patient + tip accordingly. read more

Ate breakfast here with a group of friends and was very happy with the food and service. A perfect breakfast, good coffee, and prompt service from the owners themselves who made us comfortable. Cant ask for a nicer place to enjoy breakfast on a Saturday morning :) read more

Best food ever and fantastic service!! I got the BLAT (Bacon, Lettuce, Avocado and Tomato) sandwich and all the ingredients were so fresh and delicious! Also their fries are so crispy and good!! read more

OK, I will admit that sometimes the food is good. The fries are good, breakfast is good. One of my friends raves about the Mandarin Orange Chicken Salad. However, the place smells like a total grease trap. I don't know how often they clean out the kitchen but it is not enough. I am talking gaging while walking by. I actually bought a can of mandarin oranges for the friend that kept wanting to go here so that he could satisfy his craving without having me throw up in my mouth a little bit. Please please please clean out the grease trap. Install an air freshener. Open all of the doors and windows. That way when I come here I can start to focus on the food rather than the smell. read more

This was the first time I'd been to Dudley's in....ohhh... 8 years? The food was ok... We walked in at like prolly a little close to 11.... But not PAST 11 and they wouldn't let us order breakfast... Like really? You're telling me that in the minute I stood waiting to be seated (then told "wherever you want" to the 2-3 minutes it took the waitress to bring a menu that everything for breakfast had been put away and/or gone bad? ....ok whatever then.... So I got a turkey sandwich... Fries... And a water.... My brother got a cheeseburger fries and a water.... ....I don't know what it is about old broads working at restaurants.... But they see "young kids" (I'm 29 my brothers 24) and they assume either a: we're gonna be dicks, or B: we're not gonna tip shit so why bother? ....food came...she asked if we needed mustard/mayo... Brought said accouterments... Left.... Dropped the check 2 mins later.... Picked up my brothers plate when we were sitting and talking just because I guess he hadn't shoveled it all into his mouth.... Like seriously we were talking enjoying our conversation and all that jazz... So to not be rude to each other (our mom taught us very well) we do not talk with our mouths full.... And this chick TOOK HIS PLATE.... Yea he only had like a few bites of fries left and I think a bite of burger.... But um... He WASN'T FINISHED!!!! ...I'm a very slow eater so I had like a full portion of fries left and a few bites of the last half of my Sammy left.... And she came back and tried to take my plate a few mins later.... To which I stopped that operation.... And a look passed of "what the bloody f*ck?" between my brother and I that I think she caught.... Because she NEVER CAME BACK... Never offered to refill our waters.... Never came back for my empty plate (once I'd finally finished with it) nothing.... I mean come ON... Hellooooo McFllllyyyyyy..... You gave us water (with like three slivers of ice in it) and then don't refill it??? ....and the Thing with me..... I find that people ignore you when you drink water.... Maybe a "oh they must be cheap if they can't "splurge" for a soda"???.... I don't drink sugary drinks... I don't like them... I drink water.... Get over it.... So no.... I will not be going back.... read more

Dudley's is hands down the best breakfast spot in town. My husband and I come in at least once a week. Food is always good, prices are great (average cost for 2 cups coffee and two breakfasts is $20-$25 for us) and service is friendly. They make a very lemony eggs Benedict served with you're choice of fruit, country potatoes or hash browns. I like the daily double with French toast and bacon. My husband loves the blt on sourdough with the crispy fries. read more

Dudley's Oldtown - Mixed berry waffle (without the whipped cream) - Sandwiches Near Me - Salinas, California

An old school style diner where they know you by name if you're a regular. Saturday brunch, I ordered one of their specialties and my favorite breakfast Chicken Fried Steak with country potatoes and toast. I think their CFS is one of the better ones I've had locally. Portions were adequate not huge but I think that's better than a gigantic portion. My daughter had a BLAT bacon lettuce avocado and tomato, and enjoyed it. The best part were the french fries! Wow! Their fries are so crispy and seasoned well! We kept eating her fries in between my meal! The service was prompt, fast and friendly, too! 3 stars just because it kinda looked old inside. But some people like that charm read more

I love their Tuna Melt!! VERY great service. Definitely a restaurant to go to when around the area!

Simple and perfect. Old school food and service. Walking distance from the court house. Quick to be able to get back in time.

Three stars means A-OK and that's a very fitting rating. Service was good, with friendly wait staff and the food came out quickly. The burger was tasty, but a tad overcooked since I ordered medium and it came out closer to medium-well. Fries are good, with a nice crunchy coating on them. I wouldn't say their burgers are the "best" in town, but tasty and worth a try. read more

5 star food. Classic style feeling inside with warm welcoming from staff. Great quantity and quality food at reasonable pricing. Great customer service almost makes you feel at home. Clean and roomy. read more

Dudley's Oldtown - Sandwiches Near Me - Salinas, California

Great place for good, simple but delicious food. It smells a little like a grease trap, but that doesn't mean you can't get anything healthy here. There is a wide variety of salads and sandwiches to choose from on the lunch menu. I have never been here for breakfast, but the menu looks good. I just wish they would have quiche without bacon in it!!! Gah! I had a grilled cheese, which was just like Mom makes. Fries are delicious! I want to come back for breakfast sometime. Here's an idea though, Dudley, stay open later that 3:00!! College students like to sleep in, see a movie, and THEN eat. Think about that! All the business you are losing by closing early... read more