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    Lisa's Coffee Shop

    4.0 (900 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    I don't care what they say about us anyway I don't care about that  Biscuits & Gravy w/ complimentary extra eggs from #LisasCoffeeShop
    Mojo S.

    What a great coffee shop. I'd seen this joint on Yelp many times because I routinely search for diners. This one I always came up, but I always thought it was a little far and the cash-only policy made me think twice about checking it out. However, it's actually pretty great. The biscuits and gravy, while not the biggest portion, was very tasty and filled me up fine. They also do some great coffee in giant mugs, which is always a plus. I would definitely order this again, But the biggest surprise was when the server saw my eggs came out a little more cooked than my order of "Sunny & Runny", she asked the cook to make me two more, more befitting of my ideal eggs. Those two were perfect. That's ideal customer service, anticipating my needs before I even brought them up. What's even more ironic is that I probably wouldn't have even complained about the initial eggs as they were only slightly burnt. I've definitely had more overcooked many, many times in many, many different places. Any food joint willing to make and re-make eggs till they're just so has got my attention. Lastly, the coffee shop wasn't busy when I walked in, which kind of unnerved me. I like it when a place is 50-80% of capacity when I decide to eat there. It shows it's popular but not overbooked. But what I did see was a quaint and comfortable dining area, a nice place to unwind while eating, and some great charm everywhere you like. As far as places to eat breakfast or brunch in peace, this was pretty fantastic. Coming back isn't a matter of if; it's just a matter of when.0

    Christina G.

    Yummy! I was in the area Sunday afternoon and wanted a quick bite. I'm always looking for a place the locals frequent. Plenty of parking (they have their own lot), patio, very welcoming and friendly service. The menu isn't overwhelmingly large, which was nice. I loved the hash browns, probably the best I've had in a while. The top was nice and buttery + crunchy. The tables/ mugs were a little sticky, but they had been busy so they likely didn't have a chance to wipe everything down thoroughly. Definitely worth checking out if you're into the small town diner vibe

    Biscuit and Gravy (close up)
    Ian A.

    Lisa's Coffee Shop (Covina) is not bad. Service is friendly & welcoming; food is prepared adequately; and the location is clean. I ordered the Chicken Fried Steak meal ($19.99); it came with eggs & hash browns. I paid an additional ($5.99) to upgrade the toast to biscuit with gravy. Lisa's Coffee Shop (Covina) is filled with flaws, but it's not a bad experience. (IMPORTANT: Cash only. Card is not accepted. There's an ATM in the back.) I arrived at Lisa's Coffee Shop (Covina) on Sunday (around 9:06AM). Parking is simple and convenient. I appreciated its large private parking lot. Walking towards the entrance, I observed scratched-up windows adorning metal bars. Immediately, staff brightly welcomed me when I'd entered. I was encouraged to choose any table. Staff felt professional, diligent, and friendly. Staff maintained a kind smile. I ordered the Chicken Fried Steak meal ($19.99) with scrambled eggs & hash browns. And I had the biscuit with gravy ($5.99). The food arrived in seven minutes and 21 seconds. Fast! I appreciated the meal. I enjoyed the chicken fried steak's crisp & thin crust. I liked its thick, satisfying meat & texture. The chicken fried steak was also well-seasoned and cooked thoughtfully. I also enjoyed the crisp & fluffy biscuit and fresh scrambled eggs. Unfortunately, the gravy tasted very bland. If assigning a flavor, this gravy tasted like defrosted watery mushrooms. Despite its thick texture & alluring appearance, there's no taste. If that gravy had any seasoning, it had faded away a very long time ago. In addition, the hash browns came soggy and mushy. Its potatoes didn't taste old, but the hash browns had the squishy texture of wet mashed potatoes. Concerning ambiance, Lisa's Coffee Shop (Covina) is clean, well-ventilated, and no-frills. Unfortunately, it's a very ugly place. The menus are falling apart; the chairs had rips in them; and the place plays no music. There's a heavy awkward silence when customer's aren't chatting. However, I appreciated the few neon light decor hanging from its walls. Still, Lisa's Coffee Shop (Covina) looks like a spruced up school cafeteria. Overall, Lisa's Coffee Shop (Covina) is not bad. If curious, enter with low expectations. 4.3 out of 5

    Cindy S.

    "I think my taste buds have officially evolved past Lisa's. We happened to be in the area, so it was a convenient pit stop, but I won't be making a return trip. It hits the 'utility' notes of a breakfast--high energy and filling--but fails to offer anything memorable. It's the kind of place that's 'good enough' when you're hungry, but not quite good enough to justify the gas money.

    Ray M.

    Old school diner built in 1964 as per the current owner (I believe her name is Cindy) who shared the history of the diner with my wife and I. The vibe upon entering is that of stepping back in time as there are original items on display and the layout of the restaurant is still intact. Note: the restaurant is currently awaiting a new AC to be installed within the next few days and as a result, there is no AC however, the owner has fans going full speed in an attempt to keep the restaurant somewhat cool and comfortable for customers. The service offered by the owner was FANTASTIC! She was the only waitress, cashier and hostess during our visit and she worked non stop the entire time as the restaurant was short staffed on this particular day. Upon ordering our food, the waitress was approximately twenty-three minutes before we received our order. Very acceptable wait time for our food and no complaints whatsoever. Each item we ordered was DELICIOUS!! Fresh and filling. The shop may look and feel a bit older however, the food and our dining experience was very positive.

    Nevin A.

    Lisa's Coffee Shop is a hidden gem in Covina. The exterior of the coffee shop is humble. It is a hole in the wall. You can miss the location easily. The parking lot has limited spots, but we parked easily. The interior is cozy and has inviting vibes. It is a classic diner for breakfast and lunch.They accept cash only. We were greeted once we entered the coffee shop. Isis was our hostess. She was a sweet lady. She took our order right away and she checked on us a couple of times. We ordered the following: - Veggie omelette 5/5 I ordered egg white with vegetables and topped with pepper Jack cheese. It came with 2 sourdough toast and two mini jam. The omelette was savory and delicious.The portion was huge. - Biscuit and gravy 5/5 Their gravy was so creamy and flavorful. The biscuits were buttery, rich and freshly baked. - Hashbrown 5/5 Crispy, golden and fluffy. - Pancakes 5/5 Had spongy texture, buttery and huge. Everything was really perfect. The service was excellent. The food was fresh and delicious.

    It's probably the best breakfast spots I've ever been. I really recommended.
    Nuestro M.

    The best breakfast spots ever. Luci was a great help on subjecting me the best breakfast options.

    Chicken Fried Steak with Biscuits & Gravy...one of my favorites.
    Mike W.

    NOTE: Still "CASH ONLY", but they do have an ATM onsite. Lisa's Coffee Shop is a local breakfast/lunch favorite of ours. Service is good and the food is tasty. Décor is that of an old diner with booths, tables, and counter seating. Parking is in their private lot. Sunday traffic can be busy, as there's a large church right next door and they usually have police directing the traffic. Everything on the menu is usually good, and the portions are large. Their "country gravy" is one of my favorites, but on the last couple of visits, we felt the hash browns and over-easy eggs were slightly undercooked. That said, I don't think you can go wrong with anything on the menu.

    Extra gravy left me overwhelmed.  Like gold, (I should have poured that into a paper cup to go).  Yummo
    Randy W.

    I had some time and decided I would trust Yelp to guide me to the best sausage gravy and biscuits nearby. Lisa's Coffee Shop popped up as the number one choice. It was further east but close enough. 9 a.m. on a Thursday and the spot was void of visitors. I was nervous but adventurous. As I entered, I had that reminiscent feeling of a middle America truck stop equipped with booths and seating at the coffee bar. If you ever went to a dive bar, you get the hint. Americana decor to include cool signs, punch lines, old license plates and pup pictures. I am sold. I sat down at the bar and ordered biscuits with sausage gravy and 2 eggs over from the very nice lady who happens to own this spot. The food came out quickly and it was delicious. I asked for some extra gravy and I was astonished when a huge glass of the good stuff came out of the kitchen, (think small gold fish bowl). I mean it is good enough to just guzzle down after all. The Chile Verde was being cooked up for lunch and I have to say this spot is a fun destination you need to visit.

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    Monica R.

    Lisa's coffee shop is fire! Stopped by here on a Saturday afternoon and I was glad I could still have breakfast. I ordered the chicken fried steak with a side of French toast. The chicken fried steak was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The gravy was the best, nicely salted and packed with flavor. The French toast were covered in cinnamon which was a nice touch and they were super moist. The coffee was delicious and strong. The service was prime and the place was nice and cozy. Definitely coming back here.

    Full Attack
    Zan L.

    Working through a list of all diners in LA County and next up was Lisa's. It's a cash only, classic little diner over in West Covina. All these Route 66 diners have such a great history to them and most have great food as well. Inside is quite small, but they have booth and counter seating available, as well as some larger tables for larger groups. They don't have outdoor seating. Our server was very polite and everything that we ordered came out pretty fast. They don't have a lot of traditional items on their menu but still have a lot of good options. Pricing is also very fair, I find that the places that are cash only tend to be less expensive because they don't have to deal with credit card fees. There's also a free, large parking lot right out front so parking is really easy. As always, I started off with a cup of coffee and I was happy to see that these come in huge mugs and it is very strong. After two full cups I had a lot of energy and was ready to tackle my day. Given that they don't have a lot of traditional items on their menu I decided to try one of their specialties, which is the Full Attack. It's basically two biscuits with sausage and egg on top covered with gravy and honestly I thought it was really good. This is something that I never order so it was nice to try something new and I would recommend it. Overall I would recommend, especially if you are in the West Covina area.

    Corned beef hash
    Beatriz S.

    Unfortunately I had a few bad experiences here. Hair in my food ( I understand things happen and still returned) and the next time I went back I swear my food (same dish) had finger holes in it like someone was dissecting it. I returned the plate because it was obviously man handled and the cashier loudly complained about me returning it. Neither time did any manager apologize or address me in any way. A simple apology would have stopped me from writing this post. Service is sub par. The reason we kept going was because of the Betty Boop decor which reminds my husband of his late mother.

    Vegetarian Omelette, you can add avocado too. Highly recommend the Sour dough bread, it's the best anywhere

    I had eggs Benedict Florentine last time. Came back for omelette today The food is always fresh. The has brown is light but crispy. Perfect very complete vreakfast

    The food was really good and the woman who took our order was really sweet!

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    Avoid this place. They Dnt have meata or all items on menu. Waste of time. They take forever to bring order.

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    Good food decent price almost drove past it. Smaller place worth a stop. The outside is not all that pretty, but it's nice inside

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    It wasn't open and I think it's permanently closed. Too bad as the biscuits and gravy was excellent as well as their pork chops

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    No...but they do have an ATM on location if you need to draw cash

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    Yes, but they're only open until 2:00 PM.

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    My family of 5 (3 little kids) decided to try this spot out, and from the moment we got there it…read morewas bad. The establishment is super filthy and hot. As my family and I are seating my 4 year old hopped on the booth and was moving to his spot when the booth collapsed in and my son fell in between the wood and floor. He instantly started crying the ONLY EMPLOYEE that came to check on us was Litzy who wasn't even our server she just happened to be near by and helped move us to another booth, and said that she was going to let the manager aware of what happened and that the manager would be checking on us. We move to our booth and our server comes to assist us at our new booth acting like nothing happened. We were upset and debating if we should leave but our kids were hungry so we continued to order hoping the experience would get better and waiting for the manager. The manager never came, we saw a woman Asian employee who looked like the manager & asked her if she was the manager she said kind of not really but asked if there was something she could help with. We just told her nothing we were waiting for the manager. Still no one came. The food was awful flies all inside the building. My husband took our 4 year old to the restroom and immediately said EWW. Restrooms disgusting. We got the check and our server told us she only charged us for the adult plates and not the kids plates bc of what happened with our son falling. Her first time acknowledging what happened to my son, not once did she ask if he was okay or needed anything. My husband complained to Litzy who was processing our payment about our experience at their establishment. She apologized deeply for our experience (EVEN THOUGH IT HAD NOTHING TO DO WITH HER) and was the only employee to show concern over our son getting hurt shoutout Litzy the only employee with a heart and good customer service. Families stay away from here all booths are wobbly and not secure, the spot is filthy. If something happens the staff is going to keep acting like they saw nothing. Better off going to McDonald's.

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