Very nice atmosphere. Staff is super friendly and the cozy atmosphere makes this a great place to eat hometown cooked meals We had the roast turkey with gravy, mashed potatoes and dressing. Sooooo good!! read more

Great staff every time! We have only dined here for breakfast. Plate prices run about $17-20. They have a fireplace so it makes it nice and cozy. read more

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Really great for breakfast. Always excellent service. Ambience is in accordance with the restaurant and so is perfect.

I have been wanting to try the Prime Rib at Elmer's as I have heard it is good. I have had some bad experiences in the past at other restaurants but finally decided to give it a try. The Prime Rib was fantastic. Perfect medium rare. The rock salt seasoning was evident and the marbling of the meat was excellent. The horseradish sauce was also quite good. The Ivar's Clam Chowder was very good...slightly too thick though. The two onion rings that were on the dish with the meal were also very tasty. The vegetables were fair. Not much flavor, and the french fries were also okay as well...nothing special. It is important to note that if one visits Elmer's for dinner, the dining room is quiet. It is a restaurant known for breakfast, and they are excellent. There were only 4 tables in the room and it felt slow. One could hear all of the conversations of the staff. I just felt the intensity and urgency of the staff was not the same as I have seen for breakfast. But I will come back for the Prime Rib. read more

Wife wanted to stop, was hesitant not gonna lie. Ended up being good food with great service and place was cozy and clean.

Visiting family in town and we stopped here for breakfast today. Had German pancake and it was good. Service was nice, we like nice family owned restaurants like this. Recommend to try out. Will stop in again next time. read more

Elmer's Restaurant - German pancake - Diners Near Me - Hillsboro, Oregon

Service was excellent the people were friends the food tasted good but once again I washed my hands and I still get diarrhea!

There were two diner chains in this town without diners: One tried to power through the pandemic on clumsily made burgers and pie that it sent out lukewarm with whatever third-party delivery app would take it. The other closed completely until it could reopen at full capacity. One kept its menu stuck stubbornly in the late '80s and early '90s and hoped that its pasty, aging clientele would float it through. The other kept revamping its menu around certain favorites while adding items featuring locally sourced ingredients tied to the place that produced them. One just shut down every location it had and received resigned-to-indifferent eulogies in local publications from the now-grown high school students who frequented it for lack of better options. The other still has the fireplaces going as it shreds fresh potatoes, scrambles fresh eggs and offers a fresh take on skillets and mimosas to customers who can handle it's newfound embrace of both its lounge's sparkling wine availability and its spice cabinet and pepper patch. Yes, you can actually taste jalapeño and habanero in a place once resigned to dumping biscuits on gravy. The German pancake's still here and you can still get your Looking For Sun omelette, but Elmer's willingness to adapt to the world around it and change for the better this the main reason why this output stays both open and busy while the chains on the orphan highway around it die painful deaths. The Hillsboro Elmer's sets a standard that independent colleagues like the Sunset Grill and Hale's have wisely followed, and that anyone looking to make breakfast in this town should consider a template. read more

Every single time you come here you'll be greeted with a smile, a warm welcome and either a wait time or you're seated. I grew up coming here as a treat with my family, and still randomly take my mom for the nostalgia. The food is standard, nothing special but I've never had any complaints either. Cost has stayed low and it doesn't feel like most breakfast spots where they'll gouge you with a 60+ dollar bill for two breakfasts and juice. I think we ended up spending 38 or so before tip. I'd say the only reason I'm giving it a four star instead of five is cleanliness (in some aspects) and the decor. Our table was super sticky, but we could tell it was wiped down so it's whatever cleaning product they use. The cholula they brought us had food splattered on it; which was a little yuck. And also... it just hasn't changed! The decor feels old, it's worn out, it's a bit odd. But if you're looking for something solid, cost effective and a friendly atmosphere I recommend coming here! read more

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Service is really good. Food came out quickly altogether pretty good atmosphere. Highly recommend if you're looking for a traditional breakfast place. read more

I take my 89 year old mother out for lunch once a week and she likes to have her glass of red wine. We ordered it and they asked her for her ID. She doesn't have an ID as she is 89 years old!!!! They refused to serve her. We have been going out for years and never once has she been asked for ID. Very disappointed that she couldn't enjoy a glass of wine with her meal. read more

Pancakes were burnt. Hash browns tasted bitter from too old oil. Huge portions. I'd rather have quality than quantity.

my goodness, when did this Elmer's get so South? Sometimes you have a bad expereince and think "well I'am not coming back here again". This was so bad I feel like I need more, like a refund.... We have not been here in years, so we thought why not have some breakfast for dinner? ENVIRONMENT-When we entered we realized that this is the Elmer's time forgot... it looks right out of the 80's, right down to the founders picture in the foyer. it started with a wide open restaurant, with 4 tables filled, yet we were placed in a booth that was backing another couple, next to the kitchen and right by the bathroom entrance. PRICE-Then the sticker shock set in when we saw the menu prices. 15-17 dollars for basic breakfast faire. 2 eggs, bacon, hash browns and biscuit, 15.99. my basic cheese and ham omelet, 15.99. My wife had a single strawberry waffle, and a coffee, nothing else, 15.99.... wow. FOOD- When I started into my omelet, it tasted odd, and I was getting a reaction to the ham, like an allergy. so I moved to the hash browns. they stated out crunchy, then became soggy and wet, like they were not cooked all the way. So I went after the biscuit, which was dried out and brittle... SERVICE- it started out great, my wife had a coffee refill quickly, our order was taken, and the food arrived quickly. Then we were abandon... left to fin for ourselves. No water refill, no coffee refill, and no check.... our guy showed up briefly and grabbed our plates and spun around quickly and left as I was asking for a water refill. He NEVER came back with the check. We finally had enough and went to the counter, the hostess gave a big sigh when we had no check, then tracked down or seat and asked what we had. SAD, VERY SAD. read more

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Our breakfast combos were very tasty. French toast was a tad soggy on the corner but overall it was very good. (I guess I could have ask for the French I toast to be more on the well side) The Dutch babie did not disappoint. Two thumbs up on the service. We dined in on a Monday morning and there was not a large crowd. read more

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The place was packed on this rainy Saturday. We came in with a party of 12! They put together a nice location for us. Great coffee shop menu...we all had breakfast. I do love myself a coffee shop. Apparently they have many locations in Oregon. Big plates, big portions and pro staff making sure everyone is getting what they need. Great job, I hope we tipped you well. LOL read more

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While this particular Elmer's isn't quite as good as the Beaverton one, the food is still as good. If I was invited, I wouldn't balk at going. Don't go to IHOP. Don't waste your money. Elmer's is much better than they EVER were! read more

Elmer's Restaurant - Looks like a donation drive. - Diners Near Me - Hillsboro, Oregon

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Decent breakfast, nothing toospecial. I don't care for their lunch or dinner items but solid breakfast.

Have visited this location several times since the nearest Elmer's for me closes at 2:30 every day. Although this location was not busy when I walked in, I was greeted by a woman who wouldn't stop yack-yacking with a male customer. A man in the kitchen had to tell her several times that a customer (me) came in. She continued to yack-yack for several more minutes before the customer finally walked out. She also spent several minutes yack-yacking to a couple before finally seating me. I was seated for 15 minutes without any service at all. During that time, the server, Manual, was not very busy and did not look in my direction at all. I went up to the same woman at the front desk and told her that I had been here for 15 minutes without service at all. The woman was surprised and told me that she would get service for me in a few minutes. Manual finally came by after another 5 minutes of waiting. I proceeded to order my food. A few minutes later, he appeared to forget to bring my order so he had to go back and get my order. I did not leave a tip due to their incompetence. read more

Met a friend for breakfast this morning. I haven't been to Elmer's in many, many years. I honestly didn't think there would be much for me to eat on a a Whole Food Plant Based No Oil diet. I was happy to get avocado toast and a side of fruit. The waitress was very attentive. My friend has been watching what she eats also, but decided to splurge and was happy with what she got. read more

Elmer's Restaurant - Elmer's: Toast. Avocado and fruit - Diners Near Me - Hillsboro, Oregon

Good service, but I don't like sausage gravy on my chicken fried steak and potatoes. I prefer the white creamy chicken gravy.

This place has good food the service is really good also I would come back here soon I definitely recommend this for other people read more

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My best friend and I LOVED Elmers! Walking in we were met with two lovely fireplaces so it was a great start! It got better from there. Our waitress Clare was friendly, helpful and all around awesome! The food was delicious and cooked perfectly. SO MUCH BETTER, than Denny's or ihop. We got, Eggs Benedict, Garden Omelette and cinnamon swirl pancakes. All were delicious!! Coffee was great too. If you're near, we highly recommend you check it out! read more

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The staff is always nice and the food is good too. Pretty big portions. Good for large groups.

One of the best restaurants anywhere for quality, service and price. I will return frequently just because of the high level of service.

Visiting Hillsboro for a family wedding. With it being a crazy time before the wedding, my brother and I stopped to get breakfast. Food was excellent and service was very much on point especially with it being Labor Day and very busy. Will definitely stop back here when back in the area. read more

This place feels dirty, grimy, dusty. The eggs taste like rubber. The milk tasted as if they rinsed it through a rusty container or something. The food in general was burnt, cold, and soggy. I stopped by 3x and tried different options and got the same result. Pretty sure I got food poising after the final attempt! It's time to either do an intense remodel or bulldozers the place down- read more

Large portions, wonderful service! Delicious food! Will be going back :) I didn't take a photo of it but I think it was the potato pancake? So yummy!!! Sweet and savory options to satiate all cravings read more

Elmer's Restaurant - Cinnamon pancakes, german pancake, hash browns and fruits came with! - Diners Near Me - Hillsboro, Oregon

This Elmer's is the best. Even when busy the service is good. The Bacon & Potato Cakes are amazing. Not a fan of the coffee but I have it every time. The Cobb Salad is also really good if you are there for lunch instead of breakfast. read more

Elmer's Restaurant - Bacon & Tillamook® Potato Cakes & Eggs - Diners Near Me - Hillsboro, Oregon

This is our first time at this location and it did not disappoint. I have to give a special shout out to Leah. She definitely was the star. She gave us great customer service and was a super sweetheart. We look forward to coming to this location more often and we hope to get Leah. But the other staff seem to be just as friendly so I don't think we can go wrong. The food was excellent. We had the bacon and eggs and hash browns and my husband had the omelette with the ham and Tillamook cheese and a stuffed hash brown and it was awesome. Everything was hot and fresh. Wish I took pictures but we were hungry. X-posted read more

Inconsistent, breakfast served after long wait with cold biscuits and gravy and inedible greasy bacon. Server didn't come back to the table until I had finished the actual warm part of the meal. Offered to replace, I declined as I didn't have the time, charged full meal price, when speaking with the manager they offered to take the cup of coffee off of the check. WTF? Apparently it was my fault... read more

Elmers is a must stop for breakfast every time I make my way to Hillsboro, Oregon. They have hearty comfort-food breakfasts that will fill you up and make you feel right at home. A must try is definitely their famous Classic German Pancake served with Lemon wedges, whipped butter and powdered sugar. It's such a treat and will definitely put a simile on your face and make your stomach happy. The staff is friendly and has that small town hospitality. I've been to this location about 5 times when visiting family in Hillsboro throughout the years and it's always met my expectations. read more

Elmer's Restaurant - Yum breakfast. - Diners Near Me - Hillsboro, Oregon

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We ate breakfast at this location today. Exceptional service from Violeta. Even the couple sitting behind us complimented her. Very good food and wide variety. Restaurant was very clean and organized. read more

I had one of the worst experiences here today.. I went here for the getman pancake. Im embarrassed that the staff allowed this order to ever come to the table Coffee was good as always but seriously.. The cooks and servers need to be trained on how to recognize when an order should be held or re-done. That order should have never ever been plated and served read more

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Went there 02-22-23 9 am for Breakfast ordered at 9:10 was served coffee and then we waited for 40 min for meals, with no coffee refills. I had a business appointment in half an hour, so I cancelled order and paid for 2 cups of coffee. The bill was almost $8.00. Service was really bad. After thinking the basic breakfast was $13.00 to $16.00 plus coffee $3.89. Never returning. Who knows if the food was any good. 1 star minus. read more

I've been sick for what seems like forever. Today I ventured out to see my mom in Forest Grove. I really wanted a waffle and maybe juice.You can tell I'm not feeling well when my food desires are so basic. It's New Years'day and I wanted to keep everything simple... I didn't give dining companion any argument when the word mediocre was paired with Elmer's. Predictable, I said. Predictable is ok sometimes. The breakfast menu is extensive. Most any breakfast item you desire is on here and then some. No espresso though. I got a big mostly tasteless oj. $2+ And a waffle, perfectly cooked with syrup and a little yellow pile of....butter??? Margerine?And 2 tasty Zenner's chicken sausage links and a big pile of tasteless, dry, hard, scrambled eggs. My ice water was delicious. (Sick, remember). Dining companion got cinnamon roll french toast with bacon and the same scrambled egg, orange juice situation. The french toast was "rich". It had drizzled creamy frosting and was gooey with cinnamon sugar. His bacon was uneven as though it were reheated in the microwave. Some was tough, some was chewy, it all was greasy. Why don't restaurants dab it off? Our server Grace, was on top of our beverages etc. the whole time.She was friendly and efficient.She reminded me of a school teacher because she worked the tables like she was in a classroom checking in with two or three tables at a time. All the workers were friendly and positive. This Elmer's is the first I have been in since the one in Clackamas in 2004. Not for any reason, really, I just prefer independent places typically. I didnt remember them being so nice. I would eat breakfast here again but I'd skip the juice and go for poached eggs. Dining companion advises no bacon. ( kept trying to steal my Zenner's the twit). Elmer's has its place. They do a great business despite the outdated decor and the average food. I think the stellar service is what keeps people coming back. Breafast set us back $25ish plus tip. Not cheap. But, not bad either. I dont think I'd seek it out but I could eat here without too much arm twistin'. read more

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I've eaten at a lot of Elmer's restaurants in my time. I even helped open one 20 years ago and geld a few positions i the kitchen. I got to say, some are better than others, and this one was great. Fresh food, great service. Everything was exactly as I hoped for. read more

Amazing variety and amazing food! Staff is wonderful and attentive. Consistent choices you can count on, no matter the location.

We are visiting here from nevada for a week.. We love this place !! Everyone is super friendly, and genuine smiles and great staff warms your heart before you ever order And food is absolutely amazing .. Great prices and atmosphere will have u coming back fir more .. of it all! Highly recommend! P.s Bloody Mary was awesome- and mimosa yummy read more

Waited 50 min for food once seated. When asked they had no idea where the food was. They only came by once to fill coffee and didn't even apologize in any way. read more

Ordered eggs Benedict with avocado and crab with no runny yolk. Eggs came out with a fried egg not Poached WTF? Loaded hashbrowns were uncooked, potatoes were raw. Do not recommend read more

Elmer's Restaurant - Diners Near Me - Hillsboro, Oregon

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