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Jay Dee Cafe

3.8 (153 reviews)
InexpensiveCafes, Burgers, Beer Bar
Open 8:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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What's the vibe?
Divey
Casual
Moderate noise
Juke Box

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Rong F.

Bar section: 1-star Bartender guy appeared to be bored working serving drinks...not attentive at all, cocktails taste aweful Bunch of drunk folks sitting @ the bar It's rather a mixed crowd in be-tween Alhambra & Pasadena... It's a Hole-n-wall bar as I've never paying attention in the past... Food: 4.5-star Wow! I was sooo impressed w/my orders! Portion was HUGE & flavorful: Tacos & Chicken Sandwich are both tasty! The young girl who's taking my food order was friendly w/limited English speaking to communicate, but she managed well enough to place my orders! I can see their tiny little kitchen off the corner, a guy is grilling delish food on sizzling stove! Its amazing! I came here the very 1st time for their once-a-month jam night, indeed it's not gonna be my last. For food n music! Thanks to Charlene's invite who introducing me this local gem!

Linda B.

I love everything about Jay Dee cafe. Super friendly regulars, great food, fun darts and pool, cool jukebox and live entertainment frequently.

Crazy good prices
Belen H.

Best hidden cafe / restaurant in LA. Try the steak sandwich. You'll never go anywhere else Love to come here for lunch. Everyone who's ever come in always comes back. The bar is also amazing, Amy, Terry, Lily and Frank are the best

Strong drinks, smooth music, and a vibe you can't fake.

The best! Always stoked to be back. Strong drinks, smooth music, and a vibe you can't fake.

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Pat C.

This small hole in the wall bar is totally awesome. The jukebox is always playing my favorite music and the food is reasonable and very good..

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TK N.

Great afternoon dive bar to watch the 2024 Paris Olympics, strong drinks, reasonable prices, good food, great air conditioning.

Steak Sandwich, Bud Light, pure deliciousness.
Jim G.

Best dive bar around. Period. The food is tops. This was the best Steak Sandwich I've ever had and this fat bottom's tried his fair share. Cooked perfectly, grilled onions, fresh, crusty bun, mayo, tomatoes and a lil bit of fat for flavor plus it comes with fries AND a draft Bud Light for $15! Come on, man!!! Eat here. Drink here. If you see me here just leave me alone because I'll be eating and drinking my fill and I don't want to talk to you. Thanks.

a steak and eggs on a black plate
Ling T.

My friend suggested this place because I was craving breakfast and thanks to him now know of this amazing spot in town...the vibe of this place has history and is in split between a sports dive bar & breakfast/lunch bar. There are both bar seats on each side and a few booths available. We got there just in time to have their steak and eggs & POZOLE...and both were delicious. My friend grabbed coffee from the bar side...food was on point and seems like we will most likely hit up this spot again. Thanks for staying open for us hungry hippos especially during this crazy pandemic and open today on a Sunday!

Tennessee Honey on the rocks on Valentine's Day!

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1 year ago

EVERY time I come here, the female bartenders ignore me. They don't speak English, and are VERY RUDE.

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7 months ago

Food is soooo good. Staff is very friendly. Had the best time! Definitely going again!

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1 year ago

My Husband's phone got stolen here last night. Gotta watch your belongings here. Bar tender is no help.

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8 months ago

Amazing Food and perfectly cold beer. I love this place. The female bartenders are great .

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Great old school neighborhood bar with a lunch counter featuring burgers and hot sandwiches with fries .

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Cash bar. Cheap drink prices and relaxed atmosphere. Only problem is one of the bartenders is really rude (but he only works weekends)

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2 years ago

(Cash only at the bar), service just whatever, (food ok , can be paid with credit card) wont coming back definitely.

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3 years ago

Great food! Try the Bacon,Avocado Cheese Burger! Can't go wrong The staff is super nice as well!

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3 years ago

Great food and a nice time out with my friends! Best Bar in town! Menudo yummy. Try their breakfasts too!

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3 years ago

Cool atmosphere. Very reasonably priced drinks. Bartenders are friendly. Good food and karaoke. My new favorite dive bar.

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The food is delicious, cooked to order. Patty melt, posole, menudo, salad ALL delicious!

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