Karen&#x27;s Cafe

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What a fantastic place to stop by and get solid breakfast. Small cafe, small business owner. We ordered the Greek omelette and chicken/spinach omelette which were fantastic. The more traditional breakfast offered fat pieces of bacons, perfectly cooked eggs and choice of French toast or custom pancakes. The pancakes are huge so beware. Big enough to share. Service is excellent with Karen hustling around. Highly recommend. read more

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Cutest diner! Service is so friendly and food is delicious! Love the old school ambiance. read more

Karen's Cafe - 1/2 French Toast with Bacon and Eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Palm Desert, California

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Now I give this one less star for the response given by the last person. Representing Karen's Café. I did ask if I could pay cash. And they responded no card only. So now I'm being told that cash has taken. They need to make up their minds before others including me gets confused. read more

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Eleonora M.

We do take cash if customers prefer it…

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Robert D.

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If you are looking for a simple old style diner, this is a great place! Food was good, cooked the way I liked and the staff was super nice and and helpful. I recommend. read more

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Eleonora M.

Thank You so much Robert

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Tina J.

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Such a lovely cafe, hidden in an industrial area. The owner and her daughter are charming and kind and they keep calling you "honey bunny".:) The food is very tasty! Thank you. read more

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Great food and very friendly. Service is also Great, we have eaten breakfast and lunch.

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Adorable small family owned and run little diner. If you're looking for a home cooked meal this is it! When were were there everyone that came in the waitresses knew by first name, thought that was pretty cool! The breakfasts were huge and the patty melt was tasty! read more

Karen's Cafe - Patty melt with French fries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Palm Desert, California

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We were looking for a local breakfast place while staying in Rancho Mirage. This totally fit the bill. First, Karen herself is lovely. Warm, friendly, attentive. Second, the breakfast foods are spot on. The pancakes are huge and fluffy. My son had the chocolate chip. One is more than enough, unless you plan to share. My other son had the French toast with strawberries and whipped cream and devoured them. I had the Belgian waffle which I also devoured. I also had an iced coffee which was very good. It was brewed to be iced coffee (not hot coffee poured over ice and diluted). If you are in the area, definitely hit up Karen's. read more

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Julie M.

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Nice response from owner - real professional. I never said I was picky. Picture speaks for itself. Don't order chicken salad sandwich . ------- orig message below. Stopped first time, in for a sandwich to go on the road. Chicken salad croissant sandwich. Disappointing! Super runny, messy, way too much mayo and where is the chicken? Most of it was diced pickles and celery. Hostess, very nice, that took order and packed extra napkins and ketchup cup. Server/owner/manager-blonde older lady, rude. read more

Karen's Cafe - Mayo- celery- pickle- where is the chicken? - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Palm Desert, California

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Eleonora M.

Just like you said Julie, you are very picky customer and I agree…

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Melissa D.

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Delicious food and wonderful service by the two ladies that worked there. Very attentive and friendly even when it got busy. The prices are great for the generous portions. I love the mom and pop feel and will be definitely be returning when back in town. I had the eggs over a full order of biscuits and gravy. The do not skip out on the gravy. I love that it smothered the biscuits. I would recommend getting a side of hash browns to help absorb the gravy. read more

Karen's Cafe - Full Order Biscuits and Gravy : so delicious!! I would recommend ordering a side of hash browns. Very generous on the gravy! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Palm Desert, California

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WONDERFUL! SPOTLESSLY CLEAN hidden b'fast/lunch spot with amazing food. You can't go wrong! I stumbled upon this place by accident, while my sunroof was being repaired at Caruso's Top Shop next door. read more

Karen's Cafe - French toast with "extra crispy" bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Palm Desert, California

Karen's Cafe - Bar area - clean, clean, clean! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Palm Desert, California

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Kristen P.

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Karen's Cafe is like Cheers, everyone knows your name! Food was delicious and simple. The restaurant was clean and not fancy. We enjoyed ourselves and look forward to visiting again! read more

Karen's Cafe - Statue in front of Karen's Cafe. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Palm Desert, California

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The best gets better with California style! Ask your local honey bunny at Karens cafe. now serving. Breakfast burrito Brisket sandwich read more

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Leland B.

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Great place for lunch or brekky... Honey Bunny! And their Albondigas soup is fantastic!

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Eleonora M.

Thank You Leland…

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Erin F.

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Karen's was the best breakfast spot of our trip. We went twice. The food is great with a good portion size. The service is even better. Nora makes you feel welcomed and I just love her story. The cafe is a small and quaint place. The second visit I had the blueberry pancake which was delicious. Good size for one! If you are in Palm Desert you must go by Karen's Cafe. It is not out in the open but easy to find with your GPS and is worth the find! :-) read more

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Eleonora M.

Wow ! Thank You Erin…

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The woman working the counter was very friendly. Seemed slow for a neighborhood diner like that. A few regulars came and went. Food was simple but good. read more

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Food was great. Service was great. Store was super cute. There were lots of bunny's. Overall great read more

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Tito R.

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Not sure who's eating here but the reviews do not justify the quality of food. Service was bad, food had zero flavor. Maybe it was good once many moons ago but that star has fizzled into dust read more

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Emmanuel T.

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Decided to go to this little cafe after my acupuncture appointment & was not disappointed! I loved the service! She was super friendly & seemed like everyone that came through the door already knew her & she right away knew what they wanted & their names! My breakfast burrito was good with the fresh salsa which had a little kick but it hit the spot. read more

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Great food. Friendly service from Nora. Only downside is they don't offer a fruit bowl , which I usually enjoy with breakfast. Hard to find ....its around back on the side street. read more

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Summer Karen M.

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Found this cafe on Yelp and happy we tried it. We had the omelette and breakfast burrito. Both were great! We will be back! Excited we have found our new local breakfast spot. read more

Karen's Cafe - 3 egg omelette with bacon, avocado and cheese. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Palm Desert, California

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Eleonora M.

Thank You So much !

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Darian P.

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Nice little breakfast place. While the interior was a little dated and worn, the food was really good. I had the corned beef hash and my wife had French toast , and while they were both good nothing really stood out as exception. read more

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Eleonora M.

Thank You Darian…

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Charlotte R.

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The Chef welcomes guests, who may have has a small challenge finding this little jewel. Nora greets guests with an enthusiastic welcome: "Hunny Bunny!" Nora makes you feel special. The service is old style, but the food, is excellent. She and her daughter, Janelle, serve breakfast and lunch, Jose is an amazing cook, and Nora's husband, Eddie, attends to lots of chores. The food is wonderful; My fav salad is Nora's Nutty; filled with lots of nuts, and topped with crushed nuts. Her veggies are fresh and tasty. The coffee is good as well. I am a local, and I join with other folks, never missing a week to eat here. You won't be disappointed eating here. Enjoy! read more

Karen's Cafe - Famous and fabulous Chef Cero, with Nora, owner, and guests from Michigan. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Palm Desert, California

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Eleonora M.

Thank You much , Hunny bunny

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Rick M.

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The wonderful waitress greats all with "Hi, honey bunnies!" Standard selections of good food. I always leave smiling! read more

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Todd C.

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What a great little place with excellent service and food. 100% would return and recommend to friends.

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Mike S.

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Food is good and staff are very nice. I am glad I went back! It does not have frontage in country club but is easy to find with GPS

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Eleonora M.

The other clientele should not be discouraging you from coming to my…

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It's like going home for breakfast or lunch. Nora & Janelle are adorable, and the food is delicious and not overpriced. We just moved to the area and they welcomed us with open arms. We try to get in at least once a week. read more

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Deron R.

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Old school diner gem tucked away in a business park off Country Club, Karen's Cafe delivers on basic, hearty diner fare in a comfy setting. All the ladies that work here are super nice and service oriented. This is the place where you are referred to as 'honey bunny" or "lovey" when your order is taken. Lots of burgers, sandwiches and salads to choose from, for lunch, all good! Next time we'll hit them up for breakfast. Oh and they use those small crushed ice cubes for your sodas- so good! read more

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Me and my wife were in the area on a little getaway and found this wonderful gem of a cafe run by the sweetest and nicest folks ever. Amazing customer service the food was beyond perfect. And the general atmosphere among the regulars made the experience that much better. We will definitely be back again and again. Thank you read more

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Rob A.

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Karen and family make and serve the best tuna sandwich on the planet with great efficient friendly certified Honeybun Services. Four times in six months, best tuna sandwich on the planet! Carole and Bob recommend Karen's Cafe. Tell her Honeybun Bob sent you!! read more

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Eleonora M.

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Dawn S.

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A clean. Friendly, tasty, quiet atmosphere Will definitely return ‼ Convient Parking helps too read more

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Jess T.

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I've been back twice since my first review, I think things have gone worse at this place. I don't know who's running the show here with the quality of service. I just the whole presentation, is lacking professional. Coffee is still mediocre at best, portions are tiny or over cooked. The point of sale system is so antiquated. Credit card payments are made on an iPhone . No receipt , only sends to email. read more

Karen's Cafe - Over cooked sausage and scrambled egg. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Palm Desert, California

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Eleonora M.

Nothing has changed in the past 5 years

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No way this place has a true 4 1/2 rating. Food was below average. They are "known" for their breakfast and they made both dishes incorrectly. Then the older lady, possibly the owner, claimed that she had told us that they were missing an ingredient. We told her we would remembered if she had said they don't have mushrooms if we were both ordering it. She could have said sorry I didn't communicate that with you. She was very rude. Food was bland. We had to add spicy sauce to make it edible. The table and chair were dirty when we got seated. There was hair on the chair and sauce on the table. I should have said something but didn't. Also, when she grabbed the plate from the back to bring it out, she wiped something off the plate with her finger. So there were a lot of warning signs of the level of restaurant this was. Do not believe the rating of this place. read more

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Eleonora M.

We did everything we could to make the customer happy but it didn’t…

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Nyree S.

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Nice enough staff and decent food for the price. My friend really enjoyed her Belgian waffle, but my omelette was very overcooked and both of our hashbrowns were very greasy. All in all we said we would try somewhere else next time. read more

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Breakfast Burritos are amazing! Always very friendly service and atmosphere. Will be going her more often.

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Kelly K.

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Loved this little quaint cafe not far from my home off country club! Staff was so nice and the place was spotless! Smelt good as well. We chose the nutty salad and the San Franciscan sandwich , both were fresh and very tasty! Want to try breakfast next for sure read more

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We ordered 3 burritos for take out. Decided to end up eating there instead. Janelle who served us was amazing and very hospitable. She definitely made it feel like we were staying at hotel! Burrito slapped and ended up taking a couple work calls. Offered free coffee and water. Would recommend anyone to go there for a breakky burrito read more

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David P.

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A little hidden Jem in the desert. Located on the back side of what looks like industrial buildings Is this great little breakfast spot. Run by its owner Karen, who's on the move constantly. It's a small operation. With a dozen tables and some small area of outdoor seating. The food is consistent and prices are fair. Karen loves to call everyone hunny bunny. And you feel her desire to make all her customers happy. It can be busy so if you can avoid peak makes for a relaxing breakfast or lunch. Decor not fancy but always clean and well cared for. read more

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Wonderful breakfast. The service was excellent. Ambiance was no thrills and very clean. Our server was very friendly and attentive.

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Small cute dinner! The food was delicious and the price was great!! They could use a little more help but, it was worth the wait! Banana nut pancakes were delicious! read more

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77682 Country Club Dr
Palm Desert, CA 92211
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(760) 772-2800
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https://karens-cafe.wa-cafe.com

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Hours

What time does Karen's Cafe open?

Karen's Cafe opens at 7:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Karen's Cafe close?

Karen's Cafe closes at 2:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Karen's Cafe closes at 1:00 PM on Saturday.Karen's Cafe is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Fri 7:30 AM - 2:00 PMSat 7:30 AM - 1:00 PMSun Closed

Payment methods

Does Karen's Cafe take Bitcoin?

No, Karen's Cafe does not take Bitcoin.

Does Karen's Cafe take credit cards?

Yes, Karen's Cafe takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Karen's Cafe have catering options?

No, Karen's Cafe does not have catering options.

Does Karen's Cafe have a drive thru?

No, Karen's Cafe does not have a drive thru.

Does Karen's Cafe serve alcohol?

No, Karen's Cafe does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Karen's Cafe allow dogs?

No, Karen's Cafe does not allow dogs.

Does Karen's Cafe have TVs?

No, Karen's Cafe does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Karen's Cafe have bike parking?

Yes, Karen's Cafe has bike parking.

Does Karen's Cafe have outdoor seating?

Yes, Karen's Cafe has outdoor seating options.

Does Karen's Cafe have parking?

Yes, Karen's Cafe has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Karen's Cafe wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Karen's Cafe is wheelchair accessible.

Does Karen's Cafe have free WiFi?

Yes, Karen's Cafe has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Delicious pancakes and lunch items are very yummy too

History

Established in 2004.

Originally owned by Karen, but changed hands in 2007. Nora, the owner and waitress, is from Manhattan Beach, CA and previously was the owner of Ocean View Cafe.

Meet the Business Owner: Eleonora M.

Eleonora (Nora) moved from Manhattan Beach,CA where she owned Ocean View Cafe from 1999-2005. She loves to give 100% to her loyal customers. Eleonora is originally from Poland.

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This restaurant has such a cute interior and is perfect for pictures! I loved the atmosphere and…read morehow lively it was. The staff were super friendly, checked in on us multiple times, and helped us choose what to order. The Rigatoni Spicy Vodka Sauce was delectable! The pasta was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was rich, creamy, and flavorful. The portion was also quite large, and well worth the price ($26). The Rigatoni Bolgnese was also quite good. The flavor of the ragu is well developed, but a little salty for my taste. The portion was also quite large for the price ($28). I ordered the Spritz'ero and was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked it. It was bubbly and refreshing, and the flavors of the orange and grapefruit came together so well.

this restaurant is very cute! came in expecting to be served a brunch menu not dinner menu, but i…read morewas blown away with how good the rigatoni bolognese was! the tomatoes tasted fresh and it was all the right flavors! of course i ordered an espresso martini to pair with it!

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Billy Q's

4.4(1.3k reviews)

3.1 mi

As we trekked out to Palm Springs for the weekend, we were craving pizza and I've had Billy Qs on…read moremy list and it didn't disappoint. The location is tucked away in a strip mall among numerous restaurants but judging from the crowd, they are the most popular. There is seating inside and out although it is a small location. Because we hadn't eaten all day we ordered the works pizza which was outstanding! They give you plenty of toppings and the crust was spectacular. Unfortunately we were so hungry we didn't take any pictures but trust me this place is great. I'll definitely be back.

First time trying this place and we Are not pizza fans, but…read moreordered "the works"And was highly impressed!! Really nice pizza! Staff was super friendly. Definitely recommend

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I just happened to come to Eureka! on a Wednesday and turns out it had the best deal of the week! I…read moregot the Double Smash burger, which came with delicious fries. I also ordered the Truffle cheese fries (delicious) and the Spa Day Margarita, off of the Happy Hour menu. The Spa Day was a fun drink, and while the first one came with a Tajin rim, I asked for the Habanero salt rim (that I saw featured on another drink) the second time and that one hit! It's HOT and made the drink extremely unique and spicy. Marisela was a great server, very attentive, and I will be back...especially on Wednesdays, LOL!

I enjoy it heir vegetarian ( lettuce wrap)burger with fries…read moreGreat fries They have a wonderful veg bowl, too

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Peter M.

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7 years ago

If your ready to eat as soon as you sit down and don't plan on hanging out after, this place is for you, not only do they service great food but they gets you in and out. The staff are amongst the best I have encountered in the U.S (reminds me of Mexico, the staff was supper friendly) I was surprised at how friendly they are. I will diffidently be returning and would recommend. The only thing I'd like it to enjoy the cafe a little more, but they are busy in the morning to it's no surprise they get you in and out. Food was yummy. read more

Janell G.

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5 years ago

It just doesn't get any better! *PROUD TO BE THE FIRST DINNER REVIEW* Today was the first day that they opened for DINNER (yes you read that right) and my oh my was it delicious! I had the soup of the day (tomato basil), linguine with clams, and a cannoli to top it all off! I couldn't believe how phenomenal the food was. Pricing 10/10 Presentation 10/10 Food 10/10 I'll be coming back and telling everyone I know! read more

Jill H.

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11 years ago

What a great little find on a Saturday Morning! Yummy home breakfast. The owners are awesome and so accommodating! Food is just like Moms kitchen Probably busy, busy during the week because it's in a commercial area. Little hint...if your coming in off Country Club it's around the back On Springfield st read more

Adrian E.

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9 years ago

Food is always great, service is always friendly. Even the other customers are friendly whenever I'm there. Will lunch here often. read more

Stuart G.

10

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11 years ago

This is our first time here and everything about this place is AMAZING! Friendly staff, great food! We definitely recommend!

Nora M.

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4 years ago

Super good food for all you foodies Come visit and get a tasty meal We are open 6 days a week but closed on Sunday read more

Scott B.

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8 years ago

Great food and I mean great food. The food is great and the service is great. What a nice find here in the desert.

Chantille G.

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10 years ago

It was not the best and it was not the worst. Hard to find, a little run down however the food wasn't horrible.

Francisco O.

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11 years ago

Good! Everyone was very helpful I definitely recommend, it was a good experience and everyone was so kind

Michael P.

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109

595

11 months ago

So very sad this friendly cafe has closed!! We always visited when we were in town. They will be missed!

Michael S.

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4 years ago

Great breakfast and lunch place. Excellent food, great service, Try it, you will be glad you did.

Brandon W.

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14

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13 years ago

Good food, great service! Food was good, nothing sensational, but the service was kind and great.

Paul C.

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5 years ago

Excellent b-fast spot. Highly recommend. Owner is hands on and you can eat off the floors.

T. V.

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12 years ago

Great personal service ! Talked to the owner during our meal and she was super friendly.

Elijah M.

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10 years ago

Amazing service! Food was amazing definitely recommend 100/100...It's really nice place

Karen B.

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13 years ago

Nora is a friendly hostess and it's a local breakfast hangout. We're going back.

John F.

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15 years ago

We love diners and this is a good, average diner. Clean with good service.

Ben R.

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15 years ago

Try it. You'll like it. Nothing fancy. A nice meal at a fare price.

Paul B.

Elite 7

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696

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9 years ago

average desert food. wish it were better but it was nothing special

Robert H.

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11 years ago

Love this place. The Best blueberry pancakes in the valley.

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