vermicelli bowl with grilled pork was so good, the pork had that nice char and the fish sauce was tangy and sweet. service was quick and no nonsense, in and out in like ten minutes. no frills spot, nothing fancy, just good vietnamese food. read more

Kenny's Cafe is a local staple in San Jose. The breakfast burritos are massive, with grilled with melted cheese on the outside for that perfect crispy finish. Kenny brings an unmatched energy.. super upbeat, genuinely friendly, and always happy to snap a photo with customers. Great food, even better vibes. Anthonyxibarrax read more

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This is more than a review, this is a true love letter to Kenny's cafe. I have never experienced a more genuine service than what Kenny provides. He bestowed valuable words of wisdom on me each time I went to get my burrito. He ready truly cares for each and every one of his customers. It is a one man show, Kenny and his dream. The interior is covered wall to wall with the sweetest pictures of his customers and radiates an amazing energy. Not to mention the burritos are great, they are really made with love. His special salsa is super spicy and really truly great. I love Kenny and what he stands for, if you want to give any establishment business, give it to Kenny. read more

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It's a Santa Clara institution and a time capsule. Simple breakfast menu and a one man show. Don't be in a rush and prepare to experience some of the best seasoned potatoes you've ever tasted. The restaurant is one of those spaces that tells a story on its walls (literally) you will find yourself captivated by the stories within the stories while you wait to have your order called out by Kenny on his rolling cart. Kenny is an absolute delight of a chef. He's excited to engage with you and he's someone who will light up talking about the bread options he has to offer. My partner and I have been talking about those seasoned potatoes in the breakfast burritos and it's five days later. I can't imagine what this place is like during a rush so if you can swing by on a weekday (like we did on Tuesday) it worked out getting our order in, enjoying a canned soda, taking in all the history of this place through the photos and grinding on some of the best breakfast burritos we've experienced this year. read more

My boyfriend and I finally got to try Kenny's Cafe this past Sunday morning. We first tried to go there about a month ago, but he just closed. So this time we finally got there earlier! I think we got there around 9am, and it was empty. We were enthusiastically greeted by Kenny, and he noticed Meatball, our English Bulldog, who was chilling in the car right away. We all went out to take a selfie! Hahaha :) We ordered the Spam Breakfast Burrito and Bulgogi Breakfast Burrito. We also grabbed a Snapple Apple and the Mango Aloe Drink. There was a bit of a wait as Kenny is a one man show. But it's all good. While we were waiting, more and more people came in. Kenny said that we were lucky charms as we brought more customers in! Lol... We both loved the Spam Breakfast Burrito! It was freaking delicious! The Bulgogi was a bit on the sweeter side and was very decadent. I couldn't finish it as I was so full! Lol.. The total came out to $40 for the food and drinks. It was a good price! I definitely want to try the #1 Breakfast Burrito Ever next time. This spot is definitely one of a kind, and Kenny is such fun, happy, and quirky dude! I think later on his son came in to help out so that was good. Parking was easy as we parked right in front of the place on the street. If you're looking for some bomb.com breakfast burrito, definitely check out this place! :) read more

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We had the number 5, which is a steak, egg, cheese and potato burrito. Kenny makes a large burrito with a side of kimchi salsa, yum. We couldn't finish our burritos, they're delicious, and hit the spot. Kenny is very friendly, with great conversation. His restaruant is filled with photos everywhere, even on the ceiling, like wallpaper. I'm glad I picked this place. read more

Kenny's Cafe - Great steak burrito, so filling. - Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Kenny is the sweetest man, very kind, and you can tell that he loves to cook and make people happy. I came in on a Monday - MLK day so it was quite busy. He made several comments about how it was like old times. The place had photos wall to wall of past customers. Can be overwhelming for some, but there's a lot of pride there as well. Given he was really busy, service was a bit slower. It would be great if he had more help to meet the demand. Overall, I would come back for the delicious food (number 1 and 3 were delicious and portions are huge) and to support such a sweet and passionate man. read more

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Coolest guy ever. Kenny is so friendly and nice. Writing this as i am waiting for my breakfast burrito. Can't wait. I love the pictures of the customers all over the restaurant. 1 of a kind read more

Stopped by on a Saturday around 11:15am and a few parties were there. It was just Kenny, the owner, by himself so he was in the kitchen when I arrived. Once he came back out to the front, he took my order and the orders of the parties behind me before going off to the kitchen again. So just a heads up that you'll need to wait for him to come out if he's in the kitchen, and will have to wait ~10-15 min for your burritos after ordering. Super friendly guy! A few tables inside. Got the #1 bacon + sausage burrito and #2 steak breakfast burrito. I personally liked the steak breakfast burrito better just because I personally like steak better than sausage. He called it the bulgogi burrito but it didn't really have the usual marinated bulgogi flavor and just tasted like plain steak. I think potatoes were also on the bland side and could've been more flavorful. Overall both burritos were still solid and I really appreciated how the tortillas were grilled to extra crispy. Came with a kimchi salsa which was quite spicy, added a nice kick. read more

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I worked nearby for years, and I am so disappointed that I never came here before. This is the definition of a top hole in the wall. Kenny is so full of life and comes to talk to every single customer that comes in and makes you laugh every time. The food itself is delicious! I need to come back to try the Philly cheesesteak next time, but this time I came for breakfast and got them breakfast steak burrito and it was phenomenal. He makes his own hot sauce to go along with it as well, which was amazing. Definitely coming back again read more

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Found this place on Yelp and we're excited to stop in. Found the place and walked in. Frontdoor was open. But there was nobody home. No customers and no one behind the counter. Totally empty. We rang the bell for Kenny. Kenny didn't show up! We stood there in awkward silence waiting for someone to show up. Decor is wild there must be1000s of photographs on the walls and lots of American flags. Anyhow, we left and went elsewhere. Maybe it is good, I just couldn't tell you. read more

I decided to try a new restaurant for brunch and chose Kenny's Cafe. We parked outside on the curb, and there was plenty of parking. The interior of the restaurant had a couple of tables, and it was covered in pictures of Kenny and his customers over the years; very sweet! I ordered the #1 breakfast burrito, and my boyfriend ordered the #2 steak breakfast burrito. It seems Kenny is the only one to be making the food, so that is something to keep in mind if you are wondering about the service. Since I went on a Sunday with not much to do, I didn't mind the wait. The #1 breakfast burrito was super hefty, with plenty of sausage, bacon, potatoes, and onions. I only ate half for breakfast, and it kept me full for hours! The filling was super flavorful; my only complaint was that the sausages were a little too big for my bite. The #2 steak burrito was good too, and I think I enjoyed that one more than the #1 breakfast burrito. The hot sauce paired so well with the burrito; it was the perfect amount of spice, savory, and acidity, and it added a refreshing taste to the greasy burrito. We had the honor of speaking to Kenny before leaving, and you can tell his passion is serving his customers with delicious food; he told us it's not about making money, and he loves his restaurant and customers with all his heart. Truly an amazing business owner and chef, and I can't wait to frequent his cafe more to try more burritos and sandwiches! read more

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The best way to describe Kenny is a force of nature; the restaurant, his own personal snow globe. I first became aware of Kenny's Cafe through social media a few years ago and only now got around to trying it. Street parking is available, and once you walk into his violently American themed cafe his choice of decor speaks for itself. A whiteboard menu on the wall lists 14 items, but he'll insist he can make anything you want as long as he has the ingredients. When I say insist, I mean it. As the only employee, it's clear to see that Kenny does this purely for the love of the game rather than the players. If you take too long to order, he'll tell you. If you have questions, he'll probably shut them down and just point at the text, saying he doesn't have all day in his signature irritated but inoffensive tone. He'll then pop into the kitchen, make your food for 15 minutes, and come out with a takeout box and a handheld POS. After you pay, he'll usher you into a selfie and post it on his instagram with a "Good morning [name]." I am not sure if this step is optional and did not want to find out, so now my face and mispelled name are buried somewhere in his 18,000+ posts. Oh yeah, I got food too. I ordered the kimchi sausage steak burrito and was pleasantly surprised. The burrito itself was pretty good save for frequent chunks of gristle that masqueraded as steak, but if you cover anything with enough salsa (which was sufficiently spicy and chunky) it becomes palatable I guess. A welcome peculiarity of the Bay Area with a very interesting past. Very happy I was able to make it. read more

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Finally got to try out this place! I never knew this place existed, until recently and I've lived here pretty much my whole life. I love that the place is decorated in pictures of all of his customers. Meeting Kenny himself was an honor, he is a such a down to earth guy. His food is great and comforting, you can tell that it was made with love. read more

It was very early in the morning and my options were limited. And I found myself in an unfamiliar area looking for food at six in the morning.. I walked in. It was a little Larry. It's not your typical café looking type of place. There are pictures everywhere, including the ceiling. There are a lot of flags and nontraditional items that you see at a café as far as ambience, but it is well lit. it's on a very busy thorough affair. I went in the menu was simple about 12 or 14 items listed very basic quick café style food burgers breakfast sandwiches breakfast burritos. I ordered the number one, which is the breakfast burrito with bacon and sausage. It comes with potatoes, cheese, and eggs. I wasn't expecting much. They have a plethora of drink option which also include beer ironically. Needless to say, the food was phenomenal and the dipping jalapeño sauce seems to be homemade was delicious a compliment the whale grilled burrito outer shell very well. The potatoes tasted like the small red rustic potatoes. I'm not sure if they were but that's what they taste like they were well seasoned. The meat was delicious. The sausage was authentic everything about this place was phenomenal. The man I met must be Kenny. He said he was 70 years old. He just enjoy his life and he was very grateful to God. I was the first customer of the day two hours after he had entered his own café. There are many many pictures of thousands of visitors at the café was quiet And quaint this morning just what I needed. And thank you for a wonderful blessed breakfast. I hope your café continues to thrive and people come check it out. The food is worth the visit. read more

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I haven't even received my food yet and this place gets my 5 starts, Kenny is an absolute legend. Having a bad day? Kenny will cheer you up! Full of energy and thankful for his costumers. Top notch service! Received food, 10 stars. I got the De La Cruz burrito and it was delicious. Get all ingredients in every bite unlike other places burritos where it's stacked. Will definitely keep coming back if I am in the area. read more

I have passed this cafe multiple times but timing never worked out for me. One day, my husband saw Kenny's Cafe on the way home and Kenny's sign was so bold and eyecatching my husband quickly looked back, pointed and said "OMG that place has to be good! We have to go!" At last, we made a plan to go the following morning. Kenny was so warm, friendly and welcoming as soon as we walked in. He truly is SO genuinely happy and appreciative to all his customers and you RARELY feel that kind of positivity these days! He is so quirky and funny, your spirits instantly light up being around him. Shoot, I wanna be that bubbly and happy too! The cafe is so eccentrically decorated with pictures of his customers and his experiences. My husband could not get enough walking around and admiring all the pictures while waiting for our food. Kenny's Cafe is a one man show so yes it will be a bit of a wait if you are a big group, but know you are getting DAMN GOOD food that is made with love! Believe me, it is worth the wait! You can really tell he loves what he does and wants his customers to love his food as well. No joke! These were the best breakfast burritos we have EVER had! We ESPECIALLY loved the Korean inspired breakfast burrito with sausage, bulgogi, kimchi, grilled onions and jalapenos. We also could not believe how AMAZING the sauce it came with on the side. My husband could not stop raving about that sauce on the way back home! We cannot wait to try his other menu items. We were already eyeing his burgers and Philly cheesesteak lol! This is officially our weekend go to spot for breakfast and lunch! Positive vibes and amazing food?!! Five stars all the way!!! read more

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Yeah Kenny's is super overrated... I think this place gets good reviews cause Kenny's a cool guy. The breakfast burrito was super greasy and heavy. I like junk food and this was too much... It's super overpriced too, why am I paying almost $20 for a burrito... The wait time is also egregious cause it's only Kenny running the joint. If you go at a bad time you can wait like over an hour. Looking back, it's an interesting experience but I don't think it's justified. read more

Dropped by here on a weekend morning to try their breakfast burrito, it's definitely an interesting place with very interesting decoration. Kenny is a one man show, super nice guy and very friendly. Prices are definitely fair for what you get the food quality was great. read more

As we were heading home, we wanted to grab a quick breakfast before going to the airport and came across Kenny's on Yelp. It's a total hole-in-the-wall spot but conveniently close to the airport. When we walked in, there were three guys waiting for their meals and one person ahead of us. A moment later, someone popped up from the back--and we assumed it was Kenny! His vibrant personality and energetic presence made it pretty clear. He was the only one working in the back, exuding positivity and enthusiasm. He greeted us warmly, handed the guys their meals, and after they paid, he even took a selfie with them. He then took our order and was still super charismatic and had so much energy. He was excited for our order and then went to the back to make it. Looks like a one man operation. The burrito was good. Wish there was more eggs and less potatoes in it but I know there's an egg crisis going on right now. I do love that Kenny took our picture, though I wish he was in it and posted it to his Instagram. He did ask our permission first and I was all down for it! And wow, the excitement he had when we tipped. He treats all customers equally special. If you're ever at the San Jose airport or nearby, visit Kenny's Cafe! read more

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I came here because of the reviews. I wanted a breakfast burrito and found this place on Yelp. As soon as I walked in I was greeted by the owner Kenny. He was amazingly welcoming and incredibly friendly. I asked for a bacon and sausage burrito which he made for me almost immediately! He hand delivered it to my table which was a great touch! The burrito was massive and delicious! The burrito had a generous portion of sausage, bacon, cheese, and egg. Which was served with a homemade spicy sauce that was tasty and had a nice kick to it. After my meal he took the time to ask me about myself. He shared a little about his story, experiences, and struggles. It was then that I realized this man pours his passion into this restaurant. He related he is the only worker there and he makes all the food himself and that everything is cooked fresh and made to order. This has been one of my favorite experiences of all times and I would definitely urge you to try this restaurant for yourself. It has great food and an even greater owner. read more

The breakfast burritos are hearty and flavorful, and I appreciate that they are not greasy. The bacon and sausage are solid, the steak was not as strong, and the kimchi salsa adds a bright, spicy kick. The place has character, thanks to a friendly owner. There is a story behind this café, and you can feel it when you're there. Five stars to support a local spot that keeps it real. read more

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Here's what you need to know about not famous but should be famous Kenny's Café located near San Jose International Airport. 1) Kenny's Café is the sort of place where if you blink while driving, you'll miss it. It is located on the airport side of De La Cruz Boulevard. 2) There is plenty of street parking available. 3) Kenny's food is awesome and much better than anything you might find at San Jose International Airport. Allow extra time before your flight however. 4) I ordered the number one best breakfast burrito. It was savory, tasty and filling. Yum! Yum! Yum! 5) Now about the hot sauce Kenny provides... I found it to be spicy, but not overly so. It had a smokiness that added to the flavor. While the sauce didn't cause me a hot flash, I did need to blow my nose a couple times. 6) A couple was finishing their meal when I came in. Kenny was in the back, so I had to call out to let him know that I was there. The food came out after a few minutes. I am giving Kenny's Café a five out of five for food, including favor. I am giving Kenny's Café a five out of five for service. Please keep in mind this is a one-man operation. Kenny works very hard and his pride in his cafe shows. I tipped him generously. P.S. There are plenty of of different drinks in the refrigerator from cold brew to sodas to energy drinks to beers. read more

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A sweet and loving small business owned by Kenny himself! The moment you walk in, you can feel the love and warmth from all over the walls with pictures of him with his customers. It felt refreshing and like I travelled back in time with his cool decorations! We ordered the Steak Bulgogi Burrito and the Philly Cheesesteak and they were both delicious. The burrito was a bit sweet and had a good ratio of potatoes, steak and cheese. The Philly Cheesesteak will be the cheesiest cheesesteak you ever had, and it came with fries! Each meal comes with hot sauce, it tastes like if gochujang and Tabasco had a baby together. Kenny uses high-quality ingredients and you can taste the love he puts into his food! He loves talking to his customers and overall had the most amazing vibes. He asks your permission to take your photo and always have a happy smile :-) read more

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Kenny's Cafe has been on my list to try and so glad we got around to visit! You can't miss his sign if you're driving by so it was easy to find. We did get street parking right in front of the cafe. I will say if you visit, please be patient depending on the volume of customers he is helping. Giving 4 stars because he is kind and personable, also takes the orders and I'm assuming he cooks the food. I didn't see (or hear) other staff in the back so I'm assuming! Just an owner that seems like he's living his dream. The inside is filled with photos of customers and his time serving, very sentimental environment. We got our order to-go, the burritos were solid and did the job! read more

Kenny's Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Kenny's is that gem of a hole in the wall that is literally a one man show for guilty-pleasure comfy breakfast & lunch offerings. It's an unusual operation, having just Kenny Kim running the whole show, but I'm honestly all about it.. He's one of the most genuine and enthusiastic souls I've had the pleasure of meeting. Think greasy chonky breakfast burritoes with aromatic greasiness and you get the gist. Absolutely perfect for that lazy day. :D The menu seems to change every now and then, but the gist of it hasn't really changed in that there's numbered offerings covering breakfast burritoes, some pancake/waffles, a philly cheesesteak and burgers. Steak options can be ordered bulgogi style upon request. Having checked it out for a return takeout visit, it varies from "not too busy" to "40 min wait" depending on how many orders are queued up, so I emphasize having patience and coming along when you don't have a rigid schedule. There's a smattering of seating inside with decor that is simultaneously cute and patriotic. Breakfast Burrito Steak - 5/5 Flipping homerun. It sloops from how heavy the sucker is packed and I love it all the more for it. Great crisping on potatoes if you eat it on-site before it softens, creamy as heck with all that cheese, fantastic smokey jalapeno salsa (unfortunately moderately spicy for the less inclined), and just a touch of pancake batter. Just a little bit of a sweet aroma really helps cap off the medley of flavors. Ain't no holding back on the grease, but it works beautifully. I know not where this inspiration comes from, but Kenny is a humble yet mad genius. Philly Cheesesteak - 5/5 Cheesisest cheesesteak I ever did have, not to mention adding a bit of crunchy texture and toasted aroma with the dutch crunch is a nice combination I didn't know I even wanted. The onion rings were perhaps a bit too solidly fried to the point of overly crunchy, but still well done on the onion. That said generally hits all the notes quite well without hitting dry notes. read more

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Should have taken a picture immediately but we were too into our food. This photo is what is left of these massive breakfast burritos--definitely value! We got the bulgogi and the breakfast special and they did not disappoint. The burritos come with a homemade sauce that makes it. Both were loaded with meat and deliciousness but what makes this place is the owner. The love of service and making food. He's a one man show and he's great at it. read more

Kenny's Cafe - Bulgogi burrito - Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Been years since I moved from this area but always a treat coming back and visiting Kenny and his eccentricity. Come here for the good food, and positive vibes Don't come in a rush, it's usually just Kenny making your food fresh and sometimes there's other people patiently waiting. read more

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Some of the best breakfast burritos under the sun! Kenny's is the embodiment of a hole-in-the-wall spot. It's a small place with an unassuming exterior. The inside is super well-loved with photos of customers littering every single surface of the walls- even the ceiling! The man behind the counter was such a joy to interact with. Kenny is extremely friendly, welcoming, and is spreading all the happy vibes. We ordered a hefty number of 5 burritos and he kept reminding us throughout our visit how happy he was making each and every one. There's so much love in this place! Onto the actual burritos, we got the Steak Breakfast Burritos (#2) and the De la Cruz Burritos (#3). So much goodness packed into these tortillas and the portion sizes were huge! My favorite part was actually the sauce that he includes. It's a hot sauce vaguely resembling Tapatío including jalapeños and a ton of green onions. I'm fully convinced that there are also some Asian flavors in there, since it reminded me a bit of kimchi. I don't know exactly what goes in there, but it was insane! The absolute best pairing. Please stop by if you're ever in the area and are looking for some scrumptious breakfast eats! You'll be supporting an amazing small business and the most cheerful person behind in. Note: Kenny loves taking pictures with his customers! He grabbed a shot with us and immediately uploaded it on Instagram- he noted that he does this with most customers. Just something worth noting if that's not particularly your jam. read more

Kenny's service is astounding! A super nice guy who still served me over the phone close to closing. He's a really vibrant guy and loves what he does so much. We got breakfast burritos and although a little small compared to other burritos, there was a ton of flavor. From the crispy potatoes inside to the kimchi slaw on the side, an overall great breakfast place with a great owner read more

Kenny's Cafe - Breakfast burrito - Cafes Near Me - Santa Clara, California

New to the bay area and was recommended to try this place out since I'm from San Diego and criticize all the food. Waited for about 15min, got here at 11. No one took orders but could hear someone in the back, they even took some phone orders. I called out to them after they hung up but no one came out and there were people eating inside and a few people behind me. I almost phoned in but also why have a brick and mortar if no one's going to check in at the front. Maybe next time I'll phone in and review the foods. read more

Kenny lives up to the legend! I've always heard about the best type of breakfast burritos from this place, but wanted to for sure see how it is in person. My fiancé and I order the sausage breakfast burrito and honestly did not disappoint. The salsa that comes with it pack some heat The thing I love about this place is that Kenny does not skimp. The burrito is PACKED!! I think my favorite part of my experience is that Kenny came out to take some selfie with us! It felt more than a restaurant, but more like family read more

I had high hopes given the positive reviews. I ordered the egg, cheese, and potato breakfast burrito and they forgot to include egg. Given the owner/chef didn't appear in the front very often and I'd already waited over half an hour I didn't bother trying to get his attention to remake my food. My husband ordered the #2 and all ingredients were included but he said it was just okay. We usually love this greasy down to earth breakfast burritos so this was a let down. read more

great breakfast burritos! suggest calling in your order as it took 40mins for my order. maybe it was an off day and he was working alone. yes i will be back and calling ahead of time read more

Great breakfast burritos. It was HUGE! I was only able to eat half and gave the other half to a coworker.

Wow! One of the best breakfast burritos I've ever had. I got the number 1 w/ onions and Jalepeno. The cook sears the burrito which gives it a nice crisp with the juicy flavors. Side of Kimchi Salsa that tastes like years of harnessed perfection. It's a small operation, so have some patience. Owner is friendly and the ambience feels like a business who is one with their community. It's worth it. read more

Finally got to come here after seeing it on IG and Tik Tok. It's off of De La Cruz and I'm not so familiar with this area so I drove right past it. As I was circling back I see an older gentleman doing morning exercises and watching cars dive by. Lo n behold it was the owner. As I walked up he was so happy and super kind. He put on his beret and opened the door for me. As you walk in you see all the many customers who have eaten here with pictures in every space of the restaurant. He asked if I've been there before and when I said no, he day said try #1 the breakfast burrito. I quickly agreed and ihe was off to the kitchen. As he was cooking i couldn't help but look at all the pictures. The restaurant is clean and the food came out quickly. We had a conversation about his son, his face breaming with joy and pride as he spoke. That first bite of the burrito was on point. It was so good. Not sure what his dipping sauce was, hint of Chipotle and some sliced jalapeños, definitely hits. So glad to have met Kenny and enjoy his food. Definitely plan on going back soon. read more

Bear with the flaws of this place because it's worth it. Kenny is worth it. I know it's a cafe and there's no coffee. It's also understaffed so there's a bit of a wait. If you're going to Kenny's cafe to nitpick stuff that isn't perfect, then you'll never run out of things. But open your hearts, folks! The food is worth waiting for. Kenny is a wonderfully joyous man who puts a lot of love into this place and his cooking. And he needs your help keeping the lights on. If you can't come and grab an appropriately priced burrito, the least you can do is pray for the man. Praying is free! read more

Kenny's is a hole in the wall joint and Kenny is extremely friendly (maybe to a fault). Although we enjoyed his energy, I could see it being off putting at times since the more he interacts with customers, the longer it takes to get your food. We tried breakfast burritos and they were good, but I probably wouldn't go back for one. I was interested in some of the sandwich options since they are served on Dutch Crunch. read more

Kenny's Café - Where Confusion, Charm, and the Best Damn Breakfast Burrito Collide So here's how this wild ride started: we were on the hunt for breakfast, but every place that popped up in our search felt... meh. You know, the same ol' breakfast joints you've been to a hundred times. We even rolled up to some trendy new bagel spot off San Tomas -- and let's just say Bagels? Only bagels? We bounced. Enter: Kenny's Café. Tucked deep in the far reaches of Santa Clara, it had that perfect combo of new, low-key, and suspiciously glowing reviews. It also had breakfast, so off we went. Pulling up, we weren't exactly reassured. You know that feeling when you're not sure if turning off the engine is even worth the risk? Yeah, that. But hunger overrode hesitation and we went in. Immediately, we were engulfed by a sea of photos -- wall-to-wall, even the ceiling. Thousands of faces stared back at us. The only other guy in the room didn't say a word -- just stared at us like we were the show now. For a solid two minutes, we couldn't even find the menu. (Pro tip: If you like hidden menus, this one is literally camouflaged.) Eventually, Kenny himself burst out of the back like a sitcom character shouting, "You from Hawaii!!??" Uhhh. No. Didn't matter. He immediately dragged us across the room to show us a faded photo from 1981 and proceeded to give us the full backstory: "That's me. My food's inspired by Hawaii but now I just do American stuff!" Cool. We didn't ask for a TED Talk, but somehow... we loved it. This man is quirky, hilarious, and not at all your typical café owner. His energy alone was enough to keep us from running out the door. We locked eyes -- that silent, couple-glance agreement -- "Okay. We're staying for this." So we ordered #1 on the barely readable whiteboard: "The Best Breakfast Burrito Ever." A bold claim, Kenny. Very bold. Ten minutes later, Kenny rolls out with a bread cart yelling that everyone's food is ready. And surprise -- everyone else had also ordered the #1. Of course. The smell hit first. Then the salsa -- not your basic pico, but something with jalapeños, onions, and maybe a kimchi base? Confusing. But intriguing. First bite: "Whoa. DAMN." Wait... are we just hungry? Second bite: Nope. This thing slaps. Hard. Within minutes, the burrito was gone and we were left staring at our empty plates asking: Did we just eat the best breakfast burrito ever? Yup. We did. Dammit, Kenny. This place is weird, wonderful, and one of a kind. Come for the food, stay for the accidental museum of human faces, and let Kenny yell something random at you while you figure out where the menu is. 10/10, would confuse myself all over again. Go. read more