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    Lisa's Coffee Shop

    4.0 (906 reviews)
    Closed • 7:00 am - 10:00 pm
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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Chile verde breakfast, potatoes instead of rice as asked for. Yummy
    Alby O.

    Get the Chile verde breakfast plate, it's totally worth it. I got it with potatoes instead of rice, great decision too. Plates are HUGE! Yes you'll have plenty to take home. Cash only but use the ATM in store. I only wished my coffee was refilled and service took quite some time so I'd say don't get hangry, it's worth it though, I think old school vibes with truck stop appeal is appropriate, but it's family too! Servers are sooo friendly can't blame them if they spark up conversation to seal in the home style cooking going on behind the scenes! Enjoy!

    All-American with sweet potato fries

    Wowowow, I've been coming to this spot since high school and it's always been the BEST. I love taking family and friends here because the food is always sooooo delicious. Literally feel like I'm going to heaven. The atmosphere has gone through its fair share of changes, and though I do miss the Betty Boops and license plates, the lighting they have now actually looks pretty cool and the soft music that plays is also nice too :3. Service is always quick, attentive, and kind :). I've recommended this place to several people in the area and I will definitely continue to recommend it to more :D

    Grace A.

    Such a hit, this place was soooo good. I mean everything was just delicious! I got the chilaquiles and my boyfriend got the huevo rancheros didn't get any pictures of that he ate it so fast! We sat on the outside patio which was dog friendly. Our server was very nice and attentive. I'll definitely be going back and bragging about how good this place is.

    The country fried steak
    April B.

    First time going to Lisa's in almost 2 years and man, I wish I didn't go back today. For starters, the place is not what it was back then when you walked in. Before, the place felt super homey, welcoming and the vibes were just there. A diner you would actually want to go weekly with your family or even a solo trip. Whoever bought the place absolutely GUTTED the soul and warmth out of the space. Before, the walls were covered with different legit retro signs of Betty Boop or funny wall frames, pictures of families, regulars, collection of license plates, the whole 9 yards. The windows were always decorated seasonally and if you were to see the place from the street, you would actually want to stop by and check it out. Now... it feels like a cold gym locker. The walls looked like they picked the cheapest blue and black paint they could get on sale and threw it on the walls without priming them first. LED signs to give it that cheap retro look that isn't it. Should have kept it how it was if retro is what you were going for. Also invest in toilet seat covers, raw dogging the toilet seat isn't for everyone. Not sure if it's the pipes or maybe the mop wasn't cleaned right, but the women's restroom smelled like wet dog. Service was great. The former owner served us, she was a but rushed but nonetheless, great hospitality. She welcomed every guest with such warmth and like an old friend. Didn't catch the name of the guy with the gauges, but he had great service as well. The food was all right. Definitely too well seasoned and salty. The waffles and pancakes were bland, not even the butter or syrup was able to save them. Add more vanilla or cinnamon to the batter if they're made from scratch. The plates are no longer glass or ceramic, they are now a hard plastic material, so don't cut too hard on them to prevent getting some mircoplastics on your food. We spent about $82.00 on 3 food items, a coffee with refills and an apple juice. This place is STILL CASH so bring cash or use their ATM machine.

    Sarlyn P.

    It a nice small diner. I really enjoyed the hamburger steak that I ordered topped with mushroom and it came with potato topped with the gravy same as the one they used for the biscuits and gravy + garlic bread. The hamburger patty was crunchy on the outside and so as the garlic bread. The gravy on top of the mashed potato was delicious. The service was good. Welcoming and attentive. FYI - cash only but they do have an ATM machine.

    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

    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

    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.

    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.

    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

    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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    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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    Ask the Community - Lisa's Coffee Shop

    Does Lisa's have delivery option available?

    Do they accept credit card to pay?

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

    Do they serve breakfast all day?

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

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    This place is located inside Haven City Market. It was my first time here! So many options to…read morechoose from and this caught our eye since is Asian-fusion food and was also easy to spot since it is near the entrance. We had the following dishes: * Belly 2 Belly - Overall, this dish this good. But I think the pork belly needs to be crispier. * Tusino (Tusilog) - It is usually spelled as "Tocino". Another yummy dish. The only thing that my friend was not satisfied about is the vinegar. It was kind of watered down. Both dishes had spinach on it, making the dish healthier. Good customer service too and we got our food in a few minutes.

    Oh no... I was so misled. I saw their sign immediately as I walked into Haven City. The tri tip…read morelooked good, so I thought I'd save time by not having to wander around having trouble deciding what to eat for lunch. I ordered the Tip Me Over Plate with scrambled eggs. The picture said it is an order with tri tip, eggs, tomatoes, tater tots, and chimichurri. You could pay an extra $1 for egg whites only or $1 to get extra chimichurri. It was $23, which is one of the more expensive items on their whole menu. They texted me when the order was ready. I picked up the order and saw they gave me a fork and napkin as well. When I dug into the tri tip, it was so hard to eat. The slices were not cut in the similar thickness. Some were much thicker than others. They should have added more chimichurri because it was lacking flavor. My friends could see I was having a hard time eating. I was so embarrassed that I didn't offer them to try any. This meal was a huge disappointment because I could have cooked at home and saved money OR even eat at the Korean place next door! DO NOT ORDER TRI TIP HERE. Oh, they should have put a knife in the bag too.

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    Fonda Don Chon is an authentic Mexican restaurant located in Shopper Ln. In Covina near the…read moredowntown. Parking lot across the restaurant. You can park in the additional parking spots all around Shopper Ln. I have been a customer for many years and tried many delicious dishes. They serve a traditional Mexican open buffet at certain times. The waiting line is expected, but don't feel discouraged because it moves fast. The decor is vibrant enriched with colorful murals. The staff are very welcoming and genuinely warm. The restaurant has cozy and inviting ambience. Outdoor and indoor seating are available. I placed an online order for pickup. It was fast and convenient since I had friends coming for dinner. I ordered the following: - Burrito Panchon 5/5 Stuffed with carnita, beans and rice, served with cream, beans and guacamole. Huge portion! You can choose your protein. - Fajitas Cielo Mar Y Tierra 5/5 Marinated beef, shrimp, chicken. It served with sauteed bell peppers tomatoes and onions, rice, guacamole, beans and pico de gallo. It was smoky, savory and flavorful. - Vegetarian Enchiladas 5/5 Corn tortillas stuffed with bell pepper, corn, onion, carrot, cilantro, squash, and topped with a combination of cream and jack cheese. The portion was enormous. It was a very flavorful and savory. - Carna Asada 5/5 Flap meat marinated with homemade adobo. It served with pico de gallo, rice & guacamole. The meat was juicy and tender. It was such a delicious dish. - Empanadas 5/5 I chose chicken empanadas. It served with salad. The empanadas was crispy from outside and very flavorful. - Ensalada de Nopales 5/5 Diced cactus mixed with tomatoes, onion, lime, and cilantro. - Taquitos 5/5 It was crispy from outside with savory and juicy filling. - Taco de Cameron , taco de Pescado & taco de Birria 5/5 They were savory, juicy and delicious. - Beans 5/5 Topped with melted cheese, really delicious - Large Bionico Bowl 5/5 Fresh fruits like topped strawberries, mango, cantaloupe, banana, papaya, blueberries, apples, pineapple topped with granola and shaved coconut. It was rich, creamy. The fruits were fresh and sweet. It was heavenly! Every box was wrapped with layers of plastic wrap perfectly. I got a bag full of different types of salsa with my order and another bag with tortilla chips. The food portions were very generous. Every dish reflected authenticity and deliciousness. Fonda Don Chon has high quality, flavorful and delicious food. It is my FAVORITE MEXICAN RESTAURANT.

    Went for a Sunday buffet. Be prepared to wait. We bought some fruit juice prepared next door at…read moretheir Togo section. I had the watermelon which was refreshing considering the hot afternoon. The inside was cozy with painted walls. Their selection were varied but limited seafood. Their shrimp dishes were okay verging on the chewy side as they were sitting there. The carnitas was very flavorful and so was the beef stew. You could get as much guacamole as you want. Their cake was awful, very grainy. I replenished my watermelon drink with more watermelon. The servers were very friendly and attentive.

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