I've seen this place many times over the years. First time in on 3/4/2026. I really really like this restaurant. Great food and great service, very nice staff. I agree with another Yelp comment that Lemon Grove Cafe does remind a person of a simpler time. I'm looking forward to dining here again. read more

Loved this spot since the first time I walked in. Feels like a homey spot and love the way the energy feels when you walk in. The staff is super kind and welcoming. We ordered a California Omelette, the hash browns are super yummy and crispy. My boyfriend got the Chilaquiles rojos and he absolutely loved them(usually a green salsa lover). I have been coming back every month and I am always left feeling super happy and full. I've shared this place with all my friends and even brought my parents. Definitely fave breakfast place ! read more

Lemon Grove Cafe - California Omelette and Chilaquiles rojos - American Near Me - Lemon Grove, California

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We have driven by this place many times and finally decided to stop by on a Saturday afternoon. Our waitress was very friendly, attentive and helpful. We asked many questions whether food is made in homemade or frozen items just fried up. We avoided all frozen and processed foods on menu. They advertise American, Mexican and Greek Food. Family owned place per waitress. My Husband ordered the rib eye and egg breakfast and I got the chicken souvlaki kabob plate. I love chicken souvlaki so I had to try and put it to the test. The portions were generous and came out fairly quick. They have inside and outside dining. We chose outside patio on this Sunny San Diego day. The rib eye is a a good size but very thin cut slice. It was cooked medium and it was okay. The potatoes were not made extra crispy as he ordered and potatoes were raw in the middle. He is a steak and Eggs breakfast guy and well it didn't wow him. My plate was a good portion. Not sure what kinda dressing was on the Greek salad but it as not my favorite. The Greek salad was kinda sad. Did not look like the Greek salads I am use too. The chicken souvlaki was disappointing. Did not have the seasoning that I have had at other Greek places. It was lacking flavor And the rice was just a chicken flavored rice. The tzatziki sauce did not taste like tzatziki sauce. I make it at home and well something was definitely missing. I set bar high on this place and was disappointed. I know now if not authentic Greek don't expect a lot. Overall it was just okay. It is definitely a neighborhood spot and maybe what we ordered wasn't the best dish to try. read more

Lemon Grove Cafe - Chicken souvlaki kabob plate - American Near Me - Lemon Grove, California

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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. read more

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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. read more

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Small cafe located near iconic Lemon on Lemon Grove avenue. Allison led our party of 3 to a booth in the restaurant which was decorated in a Route 66 theme. The menus included breakfast all day and there was plenty to choose between Mexican, Greek and American dishes. I noted a white erase board above the bar area that had the daily specials on it as well. We all ordered breakfast. I had scrambled eggs with chorizo, homemade refried beans and fresh corn tortillas. Absolutely delicious. All items were cooked and seasoned perfectly and piping hot. Allison was polite, friendly and engaging throughout our stay. Can't wait to come back. read more

I highly recommend this business. They have the best jalapeno sauce which is great with scrambled eggs in any breakfast order. The service is quick, friendly and spot on! They serve hazelnut creamer which very few restaurants do. If you're a regular, they know your name. They know mine and if you ask them for the Linda Special, they'll know you want scrambled eggs with chopped sausage and bacon and a side of jalapeno sauce. I'm telling you, it is the BEST in San Diego. Plus, the theme inside is roadhouse 50s and it's next to the trolley which you can watch go by as you eat. read more

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! read more

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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. read more

Lemon Grove Cafe - Dining area - American Near Me - Lemon Grove, California

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! read more

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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. read more

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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 read more

Lemon Grove Cafe - Corned beef Hash - American Near Me - Lemon Grove, California

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

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. read more

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

Lemon Grove Cafe - Blt and fries - American Near Me - Lemon Grove, California

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. read more

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

I really wanted to like this place because the staff were honestly fantastic -- friendly, attentive, and quick. You can tell they actually care about customers and work hard to keep things moving. Unfortunately, the rest of the visit didn't live up to that same level. There was a noticeable urine-like odor inside that made it hard to get comfortable or relax during breakfast. The food itself looked nice but felt pretty overpriced for what it was, and nothing really stood out flavor-wise. The coffee also had a strange taste... not burnt exactly, just off enough that I couldn't finish it. I feel bad leaving a negative review because the service truly was great, but the atmosphere and quality just didn't match the prices. If they fix the smell and tighten up the food and coffee, this place could actually be really good. read more

Service and food were just okay, nothing special. Our server was nice. It's a casual dining spot. What really stood out in a negative way was the girl at the front who collected our payment. When I politely asked if she could split the bill, she huffed and gave me an attitude, as if it was too much for her to calculate. It felt unnecessary and unprofessional and left a bad impression. read more

This place feels very comfortable and welcoming. It is a little older, but the service and the authentic menu was on point. The price was not too high, and the quality of food will have me going back. read more

Very good food not a big selection. The service was excellent. Sat outside nice patio. read more

From the moment I stepped in staff was very attentive and greeted me with a smile. I ordered a soup and salad and it was flavorful Lentil soup. You can taste the freshness of sautéed veggies. Along with soup was a Greek Salad. First time going and they always made sure I was doing alright. Its a popping place as they had a full house. I even overheard others talking about how this café is the place they frequent for lunch. Thank you for your hospitality. Oh and I can't forget the slice of pie. read more

Lemon Grove Cafe - Slice of Apple Pie - American Near Me - Lemon Grove, California

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

The food was really good. I ordered the green chilaquiles and carne asada. The customer service was also great! read more

Lemon Grove Cafe - Green chillaquiles with carne asada - American Near Me - Lemon Grove, California

Was in town and needed some breakfast. There was a good mix of customers in that morning. The menu has a variety of food types to choose from and plenty of breakfast options. I got the chorizo skillet, it was tasty and came with a dollop of sour cream on top. The server was friendly and helpful with suggestions. I needed some caffeine so ordered a soda, it was a large serving. I chose to get the home potatoes with my meal and they were perfect. Just the right texture and perfectly seasoned. I got an English muffin and it was warm and buttery. Can't comment on parking bc we didn't drive there. There is also an outdoor seating area that is probably nice but on a warmer day. I'd def go back. read more

Moved to the area a couple years ago and it was the first place we went to for breakfast...a lucky find! Nice service, the breakfast is delicious- thick bacon and has proper "cafe" coffee....just gotta say the place deserves a much needed remodel and truly deserves a 5. read more

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

This is my favorite place to eat. It's such a favorite that they've actually named a dish after me. The Linda Special. It's two eggs, a side of bacon, a side of sausage, all scrambled up with a side of jalapeño sauce. It's the bomb! read more

Lemon Grove Cafe - The Linda Special. - American Near Me - Lemon Grove, California

I went there for breakfast and the food was decent and the service was ok. Our waitress was nice. But as for the woman cashier who collected our payment up at the front, she was very rude and unprofessional. She gave attitude toward my sister who asked her to spilt the check. Guess it was too much work for to use a calculator. The experience Left a very bad taste in my mouth. read more

Stopped by this little cafe on the way to the highway. When we arrived, the staff seemed very friendly. We could sit anywhere, but the table we chose had not been cleaned. They were quick to come over and clean the tabletop. I ordered the bacon and egg plate with fruit and toast. I ordered scrambled eggs with cheese. The cheese was typical shredded cheddar on top. The fruit was a bit too new (not ripe enough) for me. My son got the Donald kid's meal with a waffle. A good sized portion for a kid's meal! My husband ordered the chorizo and egg burrito. He said it tasted good but the burrito had egg on one side and chorizo on the other, so it wasn't well mixed. The staff was extremely nice and attentive the entire visit. And the cost was half of what you'd pay at competing restaurants in the area. Would definitely go back and try more. read more

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Great service and the food was delicious We ordered French toast special, chicken fried steak and the red chilaquiles! Definitely will be back. read more

This is exactly what a local, friendly, feel at home cafe should be! The food was so good! Loved the crispy hashbrowns! Don't sleep on the Portugese sausage breakfast! read more

Lemon Grove Cafe located across the trolley tracks off Lemon Grove Ave is the spot to go to! Parking lot is small and fills pretty quickly. Some street parking up front but that goes faster then the lot. They are constant busy! It's because they are dishing out amazing eats! Breakfast, lunch, or dinner they have you covered! Have breakfast for dinner or lunch for breakfast or dinner for breakfast, they serve all dishes during business hours. We typically go there for breakfast but, this last time I tried something off of their lunch menu which was their Gyro sandwich. One word...AMAZING! Flavor of the meat was outstanding and tzatziki sauce refreshing and delicious! Lemon Grove Cafe packs their Gyro sandwich with their delicious meat! Not a lot of filler with lettuce. Just red onion and tomato. Comes with crinkle cut fries (I'd prefer the fries to be a little more crispy). Non the less a perfect combo and is filling. If you are in the Lemon Grove area and love you some Gyro sandwich, go no further than Lemon Grove Cafe! Your welcome in advance! read more

Lemon Grove Cafe - Gyro sandwich meal - American Near Me - Lemon Grove, California

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10/10 customer service thanks to our lovely waitress Allison, very attentive and very quick, i always get their huevos rancheros which are really flavorful and are the best to fill me up when im starving and hungover!! This is a family owned business so if you like a good classic hearty diner-style breakfast, this is the spot for you. read more

Lemon Grove Cafe - American Near Me - Lemon Grove, California

The restaurant is very old needs some updating. The food was ok average, but people serving the fool were very friendly. A little upgrade in the restaurant and this could be a very popular place. read more

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

We have been enjoying Lemon Grove Café for the last 16 years. It is a great spot to go. Service is always on point, and it is a great little café experience. read more

Not Much to look at from the outside-however definitely one of those little hidden gems! Let's start with the fact they were busy. I mean busy. Despite that, the service was impeccable, attentive keep-your-drink- full kind of service. The food. Well, the food was literally like a home cooked meal (without having to do the dishes), it was hot, very tasty and everything was made from scratch. Definitely a "would go out of my way to return" place! read more

Been coming here since a kid, before new ownership. The food is just as good if not better than before. The food is delicious, diner ambiance is comfy, and the folks working here are very nice. read more

Stopped by for the first time yesterday and I was very impressed. I tried the club sandwich on soft rye with fries and a drink. The sandwich was absolutely delicious on their Soft rye bread not toasted. I never had such an thick hearty sandwich.Total bill under $20,plus tip. The young server was outstanding and she got everything perfect. I saw many breakfast, and dinner food choices on their menu and will definetly be a regular here. Highly reccommend to all . You will not be disappointed . read more