Immaculate service Amazing food Great vibes My tummy is very happy So glad i stopped by read more

Loved the food! We had the French toast and the chicken fried steak for breakfast and it was excellent! The service was great and our food was fast, overall we had a great experience, definitely will recommend! read more

I stumbled on Hugo's on my way home to Santa Monica. It's a cozy retro vibe restaurant with take-out. I ordered a spinach omelet with whole wheat toast and hot coffee. Cost about $21.00. The food was extraordinary. The owner made me a fresh cup of coffee for the road. The omelet tasted like a real omelet. The coffee so tasty and aromatic. I would highly recommend this family diner. Thank you! Grace Bruno read more

This is by far the best tuna melt I've ever had! I'm visiting from Port Hueneme, and nothing compares to the tuna melt here at Hugo's. read more

Hugos Restaurant - Tune melt - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Such a great find! Was traveling up the 101, and its right off the freeway. Breakfast and lunch, we came in the middle of the day and had so much to choose from. My wife had corned beef hash, so good! The meat to potato ratio was right on point. I had the loco moco- not the norm. It wasn't hamburger, but more like teriyaki beef. Both were huge and could probably have been shared. The service was yuck and friendly. I really felt like I was in a Hawaiian diner. Very laid back feel. read more

Hugos Restaurant - Loco moco - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carpinteria, California

This is the cutest little restaurant in carp. The service was so fast, and the food was great. We got French toast with bacon and eggs, and a breakfast melt and both came out writhing 10 minutes and totally hit the spot. I'll be visiting carpinteria again very soon just for brunch at this place. Our server was so sweet and helpful. read more

Hugos Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carpinteria, California

We had a great brunch here!! My Husband had the loco moco. The flavors and meat were delicious. I had the Ruben and loved it. Service was perfect. Everyone was very helpful. The menu is full of so many surprises besides breakfast. Next time I want the chicken noodle stir fry!!! They do serve beer and mimosas. We will be back next time we pass through. read more

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I wanted to go to the Chinese place Nextdoor, but it was closed. So I tried Hugo's. I'm pretty sure my food was unfortunately from frozen, and it tasted like it. My food took a while as well, service wise. I don't think I will be returning. read more

Hugos Restaurant - Orange chicken bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carpinteria, California

First time here. Food was amazing. Taking food home to share with the family. Service was friendly and everything came out hot. The place is fresh and clean looking inside. Don't let the parking lot sway you from stopping here. We will be back. read more

My wife and I were in Carpinteria for 2 1/2 weeks and we got off the bus from LAX at Albertson's and headed across the street to Hugo's for some nourishment about 10 AM. Noon in Minneapolis. We sat down at one of the booths and I really wanted a draft beer. OK, no. I really wanted a Diet Coke from a dispenser. Nope. $8 for a beer and $3.50 for a can of soda. Water please. This was insanity. I ordered the tri-tip with fruit and my wife got the miso soup. It came out in about 8-10 minutes. We only had our water refilled once, and we had to ask. The place is Asian-fusian, so he tri-tip was like teriyaki and it was amazing. unfortunately, they don't toast the roll they put it on, so it really isn't a sandwich. There is no way you could eat this like a grilled cheese sandwich. It becomes almost comical, if not frustrating that you cannot get a bite of bread and meat and tomato in one swallow. I should give three stars, but the fruit was beautiful and the miso soup was tasty always and the meat was amazing. I almost wish they would just have an option of just the meat over cauliflower rice. Maybe they do and I did not see. The bread was a major let down. I would never go again, but people seemed to be enjoying their breakfast. read more

Hugos Restaurant - Tri-tip sandwich with fruit and miso soup. Neat and fruit and soup was great, bread was flimsy and fell apart while you ate it. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Great tasting breakfast and cheerful welcome. Great service! We will come back again when we visit the area.

Hugo's was amazing. The food was delicious and it has the most welcoming vibe. I ordered the french toast and I loved it- It was thick and buttery. The owners are the sweetest and the service was great. I would definitely come back here. read more

Hugos Restaurant - French toast & pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Best Loco Moco in the area! My dad is picky about breakfast sausage and he really liked the sausage here.

Service with a smile and good food to boot. It was relatively quiet I came in at around 10 am. Their smile comes across as genuinely happy for you to be there. I got a basic 2 sausage, egg,pancake order and the sausage was genuinely bursting with flavor eggs were yummy and pancakes were solid. In the middle of my breakfast a patron was leaving and the owners says see you tomorrow thank you. And I completely understand why someone would have such loyal customers. I highly recommend you come sit down and eat here if you can read more

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Variety of delicious food on the menu. Breakfast and lunch. Everything I've tried has been amazing. Give it a try. read more

on our way to Santa Barbra we stopped by to eat food was delicious Great service love it will come again

We passed by on the way to SF and decide to eat breakfast on the way .Found this amazing breakfast cafe right by the highway. This is a family run business and they really take care their restaurant and customer! Thank you so much for the amazing food and service! We enjoy so much especially the giant French Toast, this is the Hong Kong style French toast which is extra large, thick and fluffy! Highly recommended! read more

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We were hungry for a hearty breakfast.. It was our first time to be at Carpinteria, and this was a recommend place to dine. The food was delicious, the service prompt and friendly, and the interactions between customers and staff made it obvious that there were many locals dining there. read more

$14.50...eggs ordered over medium came over hard, country potatoes ordered but got oily hashbrowns, three greasy sausage links, toast and zero follow up from the server. This place used to have ok food at a good value. Sorry but truth is, I will not return. read more

Hugos Restaurant - $14.50...money not well spent. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Breakfast burrito came with extra hashbrowns, need i say more? Plus the waitress was really nice and fast service read more

Hugos Restaurant - Breakfast burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carpinteria, California

I really wanted to like this place. The people were friendly, the other customers all seemed to regulars, and it has a unique old school diner/ Asian restaurant vibe. Sadly, the food and prices kept it from getting a higher score. My biscuits and gravy looked and tasted canned. My companion's corned beef sandwich was okay but nothing exciting. It was an edible meal, but by the time we paid the premium price we really felt disappointed. For the prices they charge you expect high quality homemade food. read more

Hugos Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carpinteria, California

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Had a very enjoyable breakfast at Hugos this week. The service was friendly and efficient; the food was fresh and tasty; and the prices were very reasonable. Definitely a great choice! read more

Hugo's is a must, so so so good! Great food and excellent service, will definitely stop by every time we're in the area read more

Hugos Restaurant - Great vibe inside - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carpinteria, California

Found this small fam owned restaurant by accident and decided to stop by for lunch. A bit overpriced in my opinion. 3 diff plates and 3 sodas $65. The service was okay, but I think the owner just kept staring. And then when we paid the tab she stood there and said" no tip? that's a scary customer." When she saw that we were tipping cash she said "ohh youre tipping cash? much better" which made me uncomfortable because she was just staring. Probably won't stop by again. The food was good though, won't deny that. read more

My wife and I were traveling home from a few days in Morro, and had considered two other businesses in Santa Barbara and Ventura for breakfast. For whatever reason, we ended up in Carpinteria (one of our favorite places on the 101!), and at Hugo's, an eating establishment we had never before patronized. What an absolute joy!! The history of this well established eatery is so cool!! The owners, Brian and Susan are hard working Americans and certainly worthy of their loyal customers!!! Food is great, customers are friendly, place is clean. What more can you ask for?? Give them a try, you won't be disappointed. read more

We went here on a trip up the coast. The food was good and service was fast. The French toast was good.

This place is worth a chance. I saw the bad reviews and the good. And we really wanted a standard breakfast spot so we came on a very light Friday morning. The lady working was so delightful and we had amazing service the entire time. After some regulars left it was just me and my two daughters - although someone came in to pickup a to-go order for the chilaquiles which I wish we got while in San Diego a few days ago - so that may be my breakfast tomorrow. The food. It's so good!! Let's talk about my plate - my standard breakfast order anywhere I go (pancakes, sausage, and eggs over medium with coffee). Eggs were perfect. The pancakes! Definitely scratch recipe and the edges were just crisp with a slight chew and the middle just lovely melt in your mouth deliciousness. The coffee was strong and good! The omelette was substantial - can you see the 1/2 inch thick avocado slices?? No skimping! And the fruit bowl had strawberries, grapes and super sweet melon. My daughter loved her omelette but couldn't finish it all. The fried rice was served with teriyaki sauce - my daughter loved it and brought the rest (because the serving was huge) to the beach for lunch. It had broccoli, bean sprouts, and tender pieces of chicken in the mix. This is what you hope for in a locally-owned diner that does both American and Asian cuisine. I've been to a spot in Quincy, CA that does American, Asian, and Mexican and it is ALL good. Don't let that deter you! We used to live in SB (now NorCal) but visit and stay in Carp and we will definitely be back. read more

Hugos Restaurant - Something for every appetite- chicken fried rice and miso, pancake/sausage/egg breakfast, and a Hugo's omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carpinteria, California

I just discovered this wonderful, local hidden gem in Carpinteria .... Hugo's! Owners Brian and Susan offer an incredibly eclectic menu serving cuisine with everything from pancakes and decadent scrambled eggs to chilsquiles, to crispy chicken ceasar salad and cheese bacon burgers. Everything is prepared to order....the chefs work swiftly and thoroughly to create the most delicious dishes! Our wonderful server Alex was so attentive and We enjoyed pancakes with bacon and fluffy scrambled eggs, a patty melt with crispy French fries, and amazing French toast....all so fresh and delicious. I highly recommend Hugo's to anyone who would like to feel like family the minute you walk through the door. We can't wait to go back and try other dishes! This is the easiest 5 star review I've ever posted... Bravo Hugo's! #bestrestaurant #carpinteria #deliciouscuisine #hugos #familyfriendly read more

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This small family run shop is a true pleasure to patronize. It has a defined menu for breakfast and lunch with everything at its best. I enjoy going to this local spot over many of the other good spots in Carpinteria mainly for the consistency in the menu and the friendly warm service. Try their Pan-San (2x2x2) and their variety of "Bowls". Well worth your time in Shepard Plaza. read more

What a pleasant surprise. We thought it may just be a breakfast place but so much more than that. The woman that owns restaurant really makes you feel welcome she remembered us on 2nd visit. Her Asian roots brings some great food here. You have American breakfast favorites but if you want an Asian breakfast of fried rice and eggs it's here. Food is homemade fresh and hot. They make good coffee. The restaurant is small and it's spotless. Go for breakfast then lunch..you won't be sorry read more

Incredible delicious food & the sweetest staff ever! Made our weekend trip the best!!!

We are Carpinteria locals and frequent Hugo's Restaurant almost weekly for the past 30 or so years. Wholesome breakfasts and lunches with always friendly service. read more

Super friendly service from the owner. Very clean interior. Reasonable prices. We originally were going to get an omelette and that probably would have been a better option. Instead we shared the corned beef hash, with 2 eggs and toast. It had allot of very well done hash browns in it. Overall wasn't the best corned beef hash but we'd definitely return and try something else. Possibly one of their Chinese specialties. read more

Hugos Restaurant - Inside - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carpinteria, California

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great service, great food, inexpensive. our new go to for breakfast. quiet, very nice people

Five years ago, I rated this restaurant with a three. But it's under new ownership and I think it is now a four. Everyone was friendly and helpful and kept our coffee coming. I had French toast was light and fresh. Also my husband and I shared a bowl of fruit which had a variety and was very good. He had eggs over easy, hashbrowns and bacon and said it was fine . I would come back as before. I wasn't sure I would. My husband said he wished he would've asked for hashbrowns crispy so next time. Everything was reasonably priced for breakfast. read more

Somewhat hidden at the end of a strip mall chock full of restaurant choices, Hugo's remains one quiet little place. In search of a tri-tip sando, they offered one. Reasonably priced, the the sando was done right, included a dill pickle and one side. I chose potato salad, and it was tasty. Several happy diners sat in the booths enjoying their lunch. Good food, good service, give Hugo's a try next time you were heading to Uncle Chens, Taco Bell, PB & J's or Rudy's. read more

There aren't a lot of places to eat in Carpinteria... and everyone in this place seems to know the owners - so that must be the reason for the good reviews. Because the food was just not great - or even OK. Walking in, it smelled like not fresh oil. The menu has a lot of items - but not much in the way of choice - if that makes sense... it's basically either eggs, sandwiches or - weirdly, Asian food on the back of the menu. If you don't want one of those three things - or want something a little more inspired, you're at the wrong place. I finally settled on a grilled cheese - that's how limited this menu is - and it was like something I'd make. Which isn't praise. The side of fries desperately needed ketchup, but the bottle on the table looked all watery and not clean. I couldn't use it. I just gave up on the entire "school cafeteria" looking plate. My SO ordered from the Asian side of the menu - Udon. Which was a bowl of messy looking veggies that I'm not sure belong in any bowl of Udon. I'm no expert on Udon, to be clear, but this didn't look at all like what I've seen before. And she said it wasn't very good. Service is solicitous. You must ask for a straw (a policy I'm still getting used to). I wouldn't consider a return visit. The place needs some freshening up all around and some more interesting menu items. Again, there aren't a lot of choices in Carp, but there are certainly better ones than Hugos. read more

Hugos Restaurant - The "Udon". - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Carpinteria, California

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stopped by for breakfast last week...the service was quick and friendly...i customized my breakfast with scrambled eggs with green onions with rice and gravy...my wife ordered an omelet...both dishes were delicious and hearty...we highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely come back on our next trip to the area...keep up the good work... read more

Stopped in a couple weeks ago after seeing long waits at the popular spots in Carp and my mind was blown by this little place. Coming back tomorrow! read more

Hugo's is an adorable little spot. We used to come here almost weekly in high school, and both times we've come back -- in 2014 and 2024 -- the owners recognized us. Not only that, but they welcomed us with all sorts of freebies. As always, the food was hearty, the hospitality was superb, and the couple that runs it couldn't have been nicer. It's also pretty neat that they have the menu of a classic American diner as well as some Asian dishes, and it's all good. A local institution. read more