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    JJ's Cafe

    3.7 (260 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Dry old steak

    We came here after seeing them in instagram the last few months. It was a disappointing experience as most of the food was not good. We ordered two chilaquiles one with chicken and one with steak. The steak was gross. Felt days old and the chicken was really dry. Everything else just tasted bland or subpar. The churro pancakes itself were really good, but the churro pieces they put on top were also very old and inedible. Overall would not recommend will never return. Gave an extra star because our server was really kind.

    Mexican Scramble
    Marianne C.

    Went here for brunch with some friends. We all lived nowhere near this spot but somehow ended here. They have regular American and Mexican breakfast/lunch option. I opted for their Mexican scramble which came a choice of tortillas or toast then topped with slices of avocado. It was flavorful and very well could make two decent dice breakfast burrito. Service was efficient, and fast. Our food came out pipping hot and fresh looking. The space shared a room from a banquet hall which I think they rent for bigger events. The two rooms can be combined or split with a barn like sliding door in the middle of a big space. This place is an option for brunch if you are in the area.

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    Jann L.

    This place is an excellent breakfast spot, especially coming from Maryland. I love the food we had and the quality of service. Parking was easy, and the restaurant was spacious and clean. The bathroom was also clean. The service was fast, and all the servers were attentive. All the food we ordered tasted really good! Overall, this place is a must-visit.

    Takia G.

    Went for pancakes, left beyond satisfied. JJ's is very spacious and has some very delicious food. No wait time, menu very straightforward I can see myself going here a lot for a quick breakfast.

    Chilies Chilaquiles Rojos with asada and potato's
    Colin S.

    My search for the best chilaquiles in Dallas is now complete! JJ's delivers with excellent flavor, perfectly cooked food and exceptional service. I will go back soon!

    Chicken Fajita Omelette
    Stephy B.

    Staff were helpful Food was okay the chicken tasted like can chicken Inside of the place was okay maybe a little older.

    Caramel macchiato
    Ailynn A.

    The wait time for two people on a Sunday was ~20min. We were sat at 12:55 and left the restaurant at 2:11. We felt the food took a while to come out, and so did the check once we asked to pay. I ordered the caramel macchiato which was basically diabetes in a cup. I couldn't drink even half of it. My boyfriend had asked for water as a refill and was brought back another horchata which was not free and not communicated. The food was ok. I ordered the red chilaquiles with birria. The meat portion wasn't enough, and the sauce was not a level 3 spice. Seemed more like a level 1 to me. My boyfriend got the chicken and waffles, which were not flavordu We shared a plate of the tres leches pancakes, but they were a bit dry. No syrup was provided and frankly, we didn't want to wait another 5min for them to bring that by. I wouldn't come back in all honesty. I was extremely disappointed to have paid $61 for an experience that felt inconvenient.

    Tres Leches Pancakes
    Sara N.

    Came here on Mother's Day so they were busy but we made reservations and waited maybe 20 minutes to be seated. The staff were nice and checked up on us. Our food came out warm/cooled down but the waffle n chicken was good still. The tres leches pancake was the highlight!!

    Chicken and Waffles
    Raquel M.

    This place was busy early! We got there around 8:30am on Sunday. It was very roomy. I enjoyed the attentive service. I would not get the chorizo and egg again, just wasn't flavorful. The beans were very good! And the potatoes obrian was more onions & bell pepper than potatoes. The chicken& waffles were AMAZING! we really enjoyed the waffles. Also got a side of bacon & eggs, sooo delicious

    Sky Stack Pancakes
    Willie H.

    Great food and amazing service! Will definitely come back to visit when I come back to Dallas. Lol, the food looked so good I forgot to take a before picture!

    We got Hevos Rancheros and Huevos Divorciados with Carmel macchiato
    Amy C.

    Super nice we got there and waited 45 minutes for a wait and we got are food fast it was super busy but really good food and good customer

    Chilaquiles Verdes and Tres Leches Pancakes with strawberries and bananas

    This place never misses! Our go to, exceptionally delicious, every time breakfast spot. Be prepared for crowds on the weekends, but the food is always well worth the wait.

    Menudo with patas and corn tortillas or bolillo
    Robert M.

    Drove the 30+ minutes specifically for their menudo. Possibly best I've ever had. Tipico's is a close second in taste but wins out in both distance (from me) as well as offering menudo daily, not just Saturday and Sunday. But if you're near JJ's, then by all means go! Big place. Busy. Decent service. Extensive menu with a good variety!

    Chilli quilles and eggs and hash brown with a side of toast

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    Best breakfast in East Dallas! Make reservations or expect a lonngggg wait! French toast is amazing!!

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    Good food, fast service, and everyone was nice. The vibe is very homey perfect for weekend brunch with family

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    Service and food is absolutely amazing! Great vibes. Family environment but still for everyone

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    Delicious food and great service. Would definitely recommend it if you are in the area. Nice clean restaurant with a good vibe.

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    Do you take reservations?

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    I am looking for good breakfast buffet during weekdays. Is JJ serving buffet on weekdays?

    Sorry We no longer have buffets

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