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    Lemon Grove Cafe

    4.3 (391 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Mexican, Greek
    Open 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    LEMON GROVE CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Local art. Delicious coffee.
    Karla A.

    Very welcoming coffee shop right at the entrance of Lemon Grove. Such a lovely vibe inside with great baristas and plenty of space to enjoy your delicious drinks! Love the monthly/seasonal drinks variety.

    Nick P.

    Our Airbnb was in Lemon Grove, this was about 4-5 mins away. Free street parking on the right side of the building. I believe there is a parking lot but it might be tight. I ordered the chorizo frittata. It was $17. The food portions were huge. I also ordered a side of scrambled eggs. That's about $4. I can see why people think it's overpriced, but did they forget that the gas price is over $6 in California? The food was pretty decent. Service was okay, not super attentive.

    Breakfast served all day
    Jade C.

    Breakfast for dinner! Food was good. I enjoyed my abc omelet and pancakes. We ordered to go and food was still warm when we got home. My kids enjoyed the pancakes as well. I liked that pancakes came with syrup and a whipped butter. I also liked that the hash browns were crispy on the outside. Not an upscale restaurant. It's a comfortable vibe, friendly service and great for families. It was easy ordering to go and not a very long wait.

    Mikey H.

    The Lemon Grove Cafe is a gem! It is reminiscent of bygone times when life was simple. Places like this are hard to find! The space used to be the Antique Row cafe. The staff is really friendly! Lots of locals and people who work or live in the area. I really wanted corned beef hash, and LGC didn't disappoint! Home potatoes and yes, pancakes or toast! Pancakes Please!!! I was so happy! Scooter was able to get crinkle fries with his eggs! This is something that is missing at other places! Definitely worth checking out! You get a lot to eat for your money! And again, the service is really friendly!

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    Corina A.

    We came in for breakfast on New Year's Eve early morning. I was surprise that there were only a few other dinners there and no waitlist. First impression was that it looked dated and could use a refresh on their decor. Our waiter came by to introduce himself and was super friendly. I ordered the veggie frittata and my dad ordered the chorizo frittata. The hash browns that came with my frittata were probably the best I have ever had. Not greasy and just the right amount of crispness and soft inside. Perfection! My frittata was good but lacked more flavor so of course I added salt and maybe next time I would request cheese for more flavor. Dad said frittata was good but nothing special that made it stand out. The coffee was good and super strong, not weak like other places. The prices were reasonable and nothing too expensive on the menu so it was a good find for breakfast.

    Chilaquiles
    Laura M.

    It's a nice little mom&pop breakfast place. I seen that it's a lot more popular with the elderly population. The service was awesome, they were super nice& prompt. The food was just meh. The food was like a no thank you for me. It wasn't bad, it just wasn't my preference. The flavors were more on the safer side, I prefer bolder tastes especially when it comes to chilaquiles. Definitely should add some carne asada or chorizo with it if you guys try it. I tried & gave em a try, but if you're more adventurous, this might not do it for you. Try them out at least once &prove me wrong! Or right. Lol.

    Carlos R.

    Just left from here and received amazing service from Max and the other employees. The food was bomb!! Ordered was the Seafood Omelette with Jalapeño Sauce on top and that was 11/10! Also it came with Pancakes and Potatoes which were fabulous. Chorizo Breakfast Plate Was Bomb As Well!

    Corned beef Hash
    Alexis S.

    Tucked away in a very busy area in the heart of lemon grove , is a diner with substance. Lemon grove cafe is a family owned establishment with greek roots and a menu the serves the local community. Stepping into the cafe, you are hit with the presence of history and community. The brick interior paying homage to the strength of this cafe, and the lively atmosphere of what a true cafe/diner experience should be. I stayed neutral with the regional cuisine and ordered a corned beef hash dish. Everything Ace'd all marks of breakfast. FLAVOR TECHNIQUE Mastered, but if i had to chose one last meal in this world , it would be the buttered white toast and choice of jam I will be coming back to try the other dishes the cafe has to offer

    Randall B.

    The flute of us dropped in about noon and the place was packed. This is the local hangout. All th food was superb and my eggs were cooked to perfection. Service was excellent and this is just a great local place.

    Lisa V.

    This café was very welcoming, and it had many road signs and car pictures as decor along the walls. It's a comfortable family diner, and accommodates large parties. I went with my friends and ordered the #3 Egg Skillet that included Italian sausage, bell peppers, mushrooms, and cheese. Toast and jam was also provided on the side, and the portion was huge! I loved my dish, but I had to add more salt to bring out more of the flavors. I'd recommend this spot to anyone who wants grab a quick brunch and enjoys the quirks of a café.

    Blt and fries
    Nick H.

    Excellent service and food. Family owned. Blue or burgers are good. Large portions. I enjoy coming here.

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    Breakfast is breakfast really. The people are nice for sure. Inside is old and not sure when it had a good cleaning .

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    4 months ago

    Delicious food GREAT SERVICE!! Wonderful atmosphere for a great night in Lemon Grove!!

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    First time ordering yogurt parfait and macha drink and was so delicious!! I'd would order again.

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    4 months ago

    Love love love this place! Great for breakfast and lunch. My fav items are the chilaquiles and gyro plate!

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    You will have an excellent service and food. It's a gem and glad to have a talented team in the neighborhood.

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    8 months ago

    Nice cafe. Food was good. Only had breakfast tho. Been twice. Happy to support and see all the lemons everywhere.

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    Ordered 2 meat plate with cornbread and Texas toast. The cornbread was nice my Texas toast came out…read moresmooshed but was still tasty. I got pulled pork and the smoked meatloaf. The pulled pork was delicious and the smoked meatloaf had just the right amount of smoke. For sides, I got the bacon, potato salad and the Street corn. I've had both of these sides before and they hit just right each time. I also ordered the bourbon pecan pie to go. This is the first time having the bourbon pecan pie. I did find some shelves in it, which were a little unpleasant, but at least I know that it's real pecans. It does have a strong bourbon flavor so it may not be the best for kids. To drink, I got the guava lemonade. I arrived with my pup and we sat outside. Everybody was super dog friendly. They brought a nice bowl of water for my guy. I ended up taking 2/3 of my meal home because the portions are big enough for two.

    Had a great quiet July 4th lunch at this spot on the patio with our two dogs. The food is straight…read morefire--we had the meal for 2 as seen in the pic. Definitely try their homemade "thousand Big Mac Chic Filet" sauce on the side, it's way better than the original. They also have spicy and reg BBQ sauce on the table, and the burgers are legit. Our server Maki (pronounced like the fish) was amazing, but honestly, the whole staff is top tier. She checked on us at least 5 times, kept the beer coming, and stayed on top of soda refills. Could not ask for better service. Between the World Cup specials and using the cohen DRg app, I did the math and you save about 7% for every $100 you spend. Great value and great vibs. If you want a solo test drive, definitely check out their Thursday all day burger, fry, and beer combo special also fire.

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    Grubz Takeout

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    I've been here before about a few years back, and I really liked the menu and all the various…read moreoptions that you could choose from. You could literally choose from fried oreos to burgers to sandwiches to whatever your mind concoct...they even make Hot Cheeto nachos! My description of their menu choice doesn't cut it, however I'll post the menu in my pictures so you guys can lose yourselves at their many many choices! Last time I came, I got the waffle bun and that's what I got again this time because breakfast all day is something that you don't play with! It's what I would consider the most ultimate breakfast sandwich for the fact of not only it's size, but the amount of food that it is stacked on top of each other. Two freshly hot waffle buns with a scrambled egg and sausage patty and freshly melted cheddar cheese. And the best part about it is, you can have it for breakfast lunch or dinner or as a little munchy type meal. This place has literally everything that I would want to find at the fair right over here in the college Grove area. Come check this place out and say what's up to Jose and the staff who also provide wonderful friendly and attentive service. It's in the back of the little shopping outlet right beside the laundry mat!

    The customer service was very great. I was greeted and they brought me out my order while I waited…read moreoutside. I ordered the pollo asada tots large. It was freshly made. The only thing is it was under seasoned and the red sauce wasn't spicy at all. The sauce also lacked flavor and spice. Hence why I deducted a star. Overall I appreciate the friendliness and quick take out.

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