This place has good service, their food amazing, the inside is so cute and cozy their dining area…read moreoutside is beautiful. They have a cute wall to take pictures and the workers are very friendly and attentive to the customers. Definitely recommend the Cafe, Oh and their coffee is so good the Horchata Latte and the Cafe de Olla so good. Must try is their French Toast their delicious and the chilaquiles.

I had a great experience at Café de la Abuela. The horchata iced coffee was bomb and the food was…read moreabsolutely delicious. The customer service was also very friendly and welcoming. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to!

This is THE BEST local spot for biscuits and gravy. I have had this at many other restaurants in…read morethe SFV but Lola's is my favorite hands down. I get the eggs on the side. If you donʻt order yours on the side your eggs will be atop your biscuit. I always get a side order of extra crispy bacon. Yummy! Supporting a local small restaurant is a plus. Staff is always accomodatting and kind I love the small, intimate setting it feels like I am at my Auntie's or Lolas's house.

First bite..... I instantly text my mother. It's just like she used to make. TASTES LIKE HOME…read more I implore you to ask for the barbecue sauce and dump it in the dish, their sauce is unique and delicious, it turned this dish up a level. The environment is nice, I love the pictures on the wall. The servers are very attentive. This is definitely a great breakfast dining experience. The only thing I did not like was the bacon, but they were kind enough to remove it from the bill. In my opinion I would stick to preparing that fresh daily. The hot links are just the right spice, the entire mix was perfect.

(3/5) Food was actually solid -- biscuits & gravy were rich,…read moreeggs cooked right, and the sausage hit. No complaints on flavor. But the experience got weird real quick. The menu clearly states that Ranch House breakfasts come with your choice of country potatoes or hash browns. I ordered the Biscuits & Gravy & Eggs (which is listed in that section), but when I asked about the missing hash browns, I was told they don't come with it and it's an extra charge. That directly contradicts what's printed on their own menu. Not trying to argue over potatoes, but it's the principle either update the menu or honor what it says. It just leaves a bad taste, and not the good kind. I'd come back for the food, but the pricing/menu clarity needs work.

A great sage once inspired me by saying "be realistic, plan for a miracle". Shouldn't we all live…read moreby that? I have wanted ethnic and exotic restaurants to move farther north and even come to the SCV. My wishes have been granted and we have Lebanese, Japanese, and Indian restaurants that rival the best in the southland. But, we lacked Ethiopian, one of my favorite cuisines. Not any more! Joy of joys, there is Ranch Side Cafe, just 20 minutes from Valencia and a stone's throw from two freeways. Ranch Side Cafe is sui generis. There is a stupefyingly broad and deep menu of American and Mexican fare (see my photos), but most and best of all, there is a very credible Ethiopian list too and that is what we visited for. A sunny cool day, bathed in golden light, this place just glowed warmth and welcome. It took a minute to appreciate all the little touches and the original artwork on the walls. There were ample tables inside and out, and a cheerful staff. The minute we walked in, we were greeted from across the room and invited to sit anywhere we wanted. I always choose a window (clean!) and then sat down to study the choices that were many. People think vegetarians eat rabbit food, you know, plain vegetables and non-gluten breads. If anyone is observant they will realize that we eat far more complex and seasoned food than meat-eaters. Ethiopian meals place a large emphasis on non-animal dishes, so it is a natural for me. Add to it that they have unique and elegant spices and the ordinary vegetable becomes a heavenly ambrosia. Also, it was full even on a late Sunday afternoon -- people streamed in the entire time we were there. Lake View Terrace (of Patrick Swayze fame) is a beautiful, verdant, horse-loving town, too, so the trip there was delightful as well. Our vegetarian platters were cooked to order. We enjoyed cups of delicious hot Italian coffee, a lovely server named Marisa who anticipated our every wish, and we took home half of the generous dishes we got. The tab was downright scandalously reasonable. Sunny, warm, cheerful, clean, delicious, upbeat and homey -- we are going to return for the Mexican menu next time. I am grateful to the gods for hearing my plea for Ethiopian food so close to home.

Was told by a good friend that works down the street. This was the place to go for lunch. I was…read moretold to not let the name for you, that their savory food was just as good as their pastries. He was correct in all the above. Very clean bakery, staff was super friendly and the place was busy for a good reason. Ordered a steak burrito and it was so good. I decided to get for tacos. In addition too. The red salsa is spicy and amazing. We're also delicious, took a bunch to go for some friends

I been coming to this bakery for more than 20 year, and over the years,they had progress in better…read moreservice but the bread quality is terrible, conchitas son look like conchitas ,the sugar on top is very poor, when you eat it is only a piece of bread

Love going here. It's warm and inviting. It feels like a lot of places I went to growing up and so…read morethat gives it an extra bonus at least for me. Prices are great, the staff are great too. I feel lucky this place is so close and their pancakes are probably some of the best pancakes I've had.

A few weeks ago I was supposed to try this place with a friend but couldn't. So we finally got a…read morechance to try it today. Family owned open for 23 years, this little gem in Shadow Hill is amazing. Walking in you don't feel like you're in California but in some country side in the south. Shadow Hill is a horse town so it's definitely giving the south. Anyways I digress... I got the steak and eggs with a muffin on gravy and my friend got the country fried steak with pancakes. We also got sourdough bread with butter on the side. Emily our waitress was very nice, sweet and attentive and so was everyone else. From the time we placed our order, it didn't take long when we got our food. The food was cooked to perfection and tasted fresh. I will say they had a pretty good selection for breakfast, that also included Mexican/Tex mix breakfast. We will definitely be coming back to try their lunch. If I had to rate this place it would be 9 out of 10. If you're in the 818 area please be sure to visit this spot. Side bar muffin and gravy so good and the pancakes were amazing they were so fluffy and the syrup was delicious not too sweet. You can tell there are a lot of regulars that come in, the vibes was definitely friendly and family oriented. Please note that it is cash only and if there's no parking in the front or side there's additional parking in the back.

I used to come here years ago before I moved away, and I'm so happy to say it's still just as…read moreamazing -- if not better! I've been back twice in the last month and OMG, the food is so good!! Every dish I've tried has been delicious, and their menu is packed with great options, so there's something for everyone. The drinks are just as impressive -- perfectly made and full of flavor. On top of that, the customer service is fantastic. The staff is friendly, attentive, and really makes you feel welcome. The ambiance is such a vibe too! It's a really cool spot with lots of great photo ops, which makes the whole experience even more fun. Whenever you're in the area, I highly recommend stopping by -- you won't regret it!

I have been to this restaurant a handful of times, and it's always been a great experience, but…read moretoday was bizarre. As always, the food was great, portions are generous, the restaurant was busy and our server was nice. My friend and I came in for breakfast, ordered our entrees and both ordered iced tea. The cups our beverages were brought in, were plastic to go cups, but I was like okay whatever, maybe the kitchen is busy and they didn't have time to clean the glasses. My friend asked for a refill, and I don't remember if she was brought over an entirely new drink or if the server took her plastic cup away, and refilled it. About five minutes later when I asked for a refill, we were then notified that they charge for refills. So, the first time we were charged for a refill without being notified, and then when I asked for a refill we were then told of this "refill" charge, which is basically the cost of an entirely new drink. I declined the "refill." So, for 3-20 oz black iced teas we were charged $12.75. I understand that prices are going up, and restaurants may charge for refills, but the way this was handled was off putting and kind of gross. AND THEN, there is something on the receipt called "cash discount", but it is actually an additional line item charge (I paid w/my Visa cc).

Ambiance is 10 out if 10! Very authentic from decor to plates, etc. Food is good, the coffee is…read morelegit! 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.

I do not typically leave bad reviews, I usually like to highlight good experiences because I want…read morewaiters, cooks, and staff to get recognition, but after sitting with this experience I think others should know what to expect, go with caution and set your expectations, I hope they improve. We showed up at 8:40ish am on a Sunday right when they opened, excited to finally try this place after hearing good things. Parking was easy since we were some of the first customers there, and only two other tables were occupied. We walked in and stood around for a bit with no one greeting us. After waiting, someone finally told us to just sit wherever we wanted. We picked a table in the middle of the restaurant with a view of the kitchen, thinking it would help us stay visible so we would not get overlooked. Our party was five people. We started with coffees and waters. Just a heads up, the water is bottled Kirkland water so you will be paying for it, no tap water option. The cafe de olla was okay, but one person in our group had coffee grounds at the bottom. Also, that is the only coffee option, so if you need something without sugar, there is not really an alternative. We ordered menudo and chilaquiles, but when someone finally came to take our order, we were told they had run out of eggs. This was surprising since they had just opened. Service was slow even though the restaurant was not busy. When food started coming out, only two of the three chilaquiles arrived. After we got our chilaquiles, the menudo took another 25 to 30 minutes, so you will not be eating at the same time as everyone in your party, and that was only after we asked about it. When it finally came, it did not include the usual sides like onion, cilantro, oregano, or chiles. After a long time we asked the waiters for some sides and napkins too (never had any to start off), but nothing came. I eventually went up toward the kitchen because I kept seeing our waitress off to the side on her phone, not using the tablets for orders, so it was clear she was not busy. We kept checking in about the third chilaquiles dish and tried to be patient and polite about it. Eventually everyone else finished eating and that last plate still had not come out, so our fifth person just ate leftovers. When we asked for the bill, that missing chilaquiles dish suddenly showed up, well after we were done eating. We asked to cancel it since we no longer wanted it, but were told they could not take it off because the kitchen had already made it. To pay, you have to go up to the front instead of getting a bill at the table, and they ask you what table you sat at and what you ordered, which felt a bit confusing. After explaining everything, they did remove the charge without much argument, which we appreciated. While we were there, we noticed other tables having similar issues. One group waited a long time just to get menus, another had menus but no one came to take their order, and they eventually left. Another table also had to speak up about delays, though the staff did apologize. The food itself was good, but not good enough to make up for the overall experience. I really wanted to love this place, but the service needs a lot of work to match the quality of the food.

service and food were great. We had the nopal and eggs, and the juevos rancheros. Both great and…read moregood beans! Cafe de olla was very flavorful. we found this place on our drive back from LA to Sac, this will now be a regular stop for us.

Ok, I am a chef and sometimes it's hard to write reviews, only because I have been in the food…read moreindustry for over 25 years, so I know about food quality, pricing , service, etc. I live close to Casa De Nati, and I have seen lines almost every day, and I thought "I have to visit. Today, April 27, and maybe because it's Monday at almost 11:00a.m, there shouldn't be a line. I was wrong found a long line. I went in and signed up for a table, but because I was by myself, I changed my mind and ordered to go. The gentleman that attended me was super nice and helpful, the place was packed, cleanliness amazing. I ordered Chilaquiles and the price is fair for the amount of food they serve you. Chilaquiles with a salsa verde, refried beans, homemade potatoes, and over easy eggs, this was delicious. I personally would have added a little more flavor to the salsa but overall I give this place 4 stars very well deserved. I will visit with my family and will follow another review.

We stumbled upon this gem in the heart of San Fernando in mid-February, and I'm glad we did. It's…read moretruly a family-friendly spot with plenty of street parking. The space is large and open, with lots of tables that can accommodate different party sizes, and the music set a nice, relaxed vibe. The food was great. We tried the crunchy French toast topped with banana, Nutella, and strawberries -- BOMB. We also ordered the breakfast sausage bagel, which was satisfying and perfect if you want something filling without being too heavy. The orange juice tasted fresh, which is always a plus. The only thing I'd suggest improving is the coffee -- unfortunately, it wasn't great. Service-wise, the staff was friendly and organized. Each waitress handled her own section, and everything from the tables to the floors was clean. As for pricing: tip was not included (as of Feb 2026). We paid $44 for two breakfasts and two drinks, which feels fair for the current market. Will I come back? YES.

I don't usually write reviews like this, but this experience earned one…read more We spent $53 on six desserts -- a lemon bar, apple bar, churro, tiramisu, a slice of Godiva cake, and carrot cake -- and five out of five people agreed: almost everything was inedible. The only items that didn't end up in the trash were the churro and the tiramisu. Everything else was dry, stale, or hard enough to make you question how long it had been sitting there. The lemon bar and apple bar tasted like they'd been aging in a display case for days. The cakes were so dry they practically crumbled into dust. Freshness clearly isn't a priority here, which honestly isn't surprising when the menu looks like a novel. When a place tries to offer a hundred different desserts, quality is usually the first thing to go. For a bakery/dessert shop, freshness is the bare minimum. Charging premium prices for what tasted like leftovers is unacceptable. We were excited to treat ourselves -- instead, we threw most of it away. Save your money. There are plenty of places that actually bake fresh desserts and don't rely on an overloaded menu to hide declining quality.

What can I say I love this place!…read more Blanca and Genesis are always the best when it comes to customer service!! They're super helpful and always have the best cocktail recommendations. This has to be one of my favorite bars in the San Fernando Valley. The vibes here are super chill. And I love how they offer free parking in the back. Their chicken chipotle panini with truffle fries is to die for I always find myself craving it. Also they make a super great dirty martini and to make it extra dirty I always ask them to add pickle juice SOO GOOD! I also have to say their undressed Bloody Mary is a 10/10 especially when it come with sum celery. THEIR COSMOS ALSO HIT THE SPOT! This place is so worth checking out!

Finally a spot close to home where the food is decent and the drinks are good…read more I usually come with friends here. Drinks are aight. Nothing crazy but good. Good beer selection as well. I've had their burgers in the past which are good. Nothing life changing but solid. My favorites are the Brussel sprouts add bacon and Buffalo Chicken Tenders for apps. Both of these are great. The strips which I'm pretty sure aren't prepared in house but they're on the lighter breaded sided. So it's not all breading. The blue cheese is fantastic too. My always go to is the Steak Chimichurri Salad. This is amazing. Especially if you're doing low-carb / keto. Salad dressing is very light. Steak cooked perfectly. And the rest of the toppings are avocado, red onion and grape tomatoes add a subtle balance. Delicious. I always get this as it is filling and healthy. One thing I would avoid is the asada fries. Those were forgetful.