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    Pop's Cafe

    4.3 (1.1k reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

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    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Machaca con huevos - unfortunately reporting the meal was very bland. No salt no sazón no nada.
    Melinda B.

    I did return because I was impressed by my first visit. This time the experience was different. The coffee this time was very weak and diluted. I ordered the machaca and huevos. Although the machaca and eggs looked great with all the diced veggies it was totally bland. The refried beans and rice were also bland. Too bad. I think I tasted more of the pot the beans were cooked in haha. I have two stars because at least the food was not dry or old.

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    Dena T.

    When we arrived, the line was really long, even though I had called ahead and was told there was no wait. We still had to put our name on the list, but to their credit, we were seated within a few minutes. The place was definitely crowded and loud. I ordered water and coffee, and my friend just got water. A staff member brought the drinks but ended up spilling the coffee all over the table and menu. He just said, "Sorry about that," and walked off. I figured he would come back to clean it up, but he didn't. I had to flag him down to ask for napkins. Instead of helping, he just dropped off a stack. It was a lot of coffee, four napkins were soaked. Thankfully, our server Paris turned things around. She was super friendly and had great personality. I asked her for a recommendation between the breakfast burrito and the Belgian waffle. She suggested the burrito, and it did not disappoint. My friend got the country fried steak (which Paris said was the best in town), and he was also craving a pancake, so they let him sub that in for toast. Service started off rocky, but Paris made the experience better. I probably would not return to sit down but I would order take out.

    French toast
    Stephanie F.

    Very homey feeling when walking in and the staff was super friendly. The only thing is, the food could've used more seasoning.

    Scrambled eggs, Chicken Fried Steak, extra crispy potatoes, and sausage from the egg plate.
    Patricia R.

    First timers driving by from out of town. OMGOSH pancakes. I was looking for good ones and I definitely found them. Hubby really enjoyed the CFS. It's his go to when we stop into wonderful places like this. Potatoes done exactly as asked, coffee..YES PKEASE keep this wonderful taste comin'. Wait staff...10/10. Very kind friendly and knowledgeable. What we need more of everywhere. We will be back. Oh...saw onions-had to taste onion rings. DELICIOUS! We will be back when in town again.

    Samantha C.

    I thought it was good but not great. First time trying pops cafe with some friends and we weren't sure whether to try the huevos rancheros so I went safe and ordered corned beef hash... I asked the lady if it's made in house and she said yes but ... definitely Did not taste like it. Maybe I did not ask the question the right way haha but yeah it didn't taste like something they made or look that way either. I've had homemade corned beef hash and this def was not it. My friend got their pork chorizo plate and the beans were def canned also. The country fried steak also did not taste like something they made themselves. The price for these plates were about $17+ each. The pancakes on the other hand were great! We loved the pancakes a lot! That's where they get there 3 stars from me. I heard this place gets pretty packed and you seat yourself. Service was good though. Friendly people. The food was just ok. Thankful for those pancakes though...

    Belgian waffle with fruit, French toast (two fried and two grilled), Denver omelette. Checking this place out!
    Tita G.

    Noisy; popular and well organized. Food was great! The salsa could be much better but overall, great. The breakfast burrito was good and quite big. Waffle breakfast was equally good. Service is always attentive. Will be back!

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    Eddie G.

    Very good service! Food was good nothing special about it. The inside was loud like any breakfast restaurant. The walls have old license plates from different states and countries. We were charged for an extra coffee which and also they charged us more than the bill amount. When they swiped the credit card it was .93 cents more than what the food receipt said. I didn't read anywhere if they charge to pay for credit card or did they warn me but I figured that's what it was.

    Great home style food . Place is somewhat small but it's worth the visit. Server was great as well

    Claudia E.

    My boyfriend recommended me this mom and pop shop. We tried coming here a couple times but the wait was insane! We tried one more time on Valentine's Day and we waited for about 30-45 minutes, considering the date, it wasn't too bad! The portions are hefty and the waiter was patient and polite.

    Maria B.

    Pop's is a longtime local favorite in Downey. It provides excellent service, good food and reasonable prices. It won't break the bank to take the family out for breakfast! I've explored much of the menu, but I always return to their famous pancakes! They are enormous, fluffy, and have that perfect, old-fashioned hotcake flavor that other spots just can't match. The BLT on rye or sourdough is another standout: a classic sandwich absolutely piled high with super crispy, perfectly cooked bacon. If you're looking for genuine, quality food and a great atmosphere, make a special trip to Pop's!

    This is the yolk from the eggs that I had to pick out just to eat my food.

    I was so excited to come here. Reviews were pretty good and food looked great. I ordered the corn beef hash with over medium eggs, but I got well done eggs, so I asked if they would remake it, and the waiter took it back, but instead of remaking it they threw it back on the grill and cooked it some more... Kind you they don't know that the egg yolk when fully cooked for some stupid reason makes me violently sick like projectile vomit sick not sure why, but it does, either way I shouldn't have to tell them that because I simply asked for over medium eggs and I should have gotten over medium eggs.

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    This place has the best Corned Beef Hash I have ever had.... I absolutely love everything I have try on their menu so far...

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    Great food and great service, reasonable prices. What more could you want? This is a small but friendly family style restaurant

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    Their Eggs Benedict are the best in town! I e leave in Downey for a while now, and I can't believe I was missing out. A true hidden gem.

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    3 years ago

    It's a small place, waiting can be long but super affordable & delicious breakfast food.

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    2 years ago

    The polish sausage with eggs are amazing! Come early it get pack all the dishes are really good and the service is very nice

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    4 years ago

    Great breakfast place for reasonable price. I'm definitely going back here. Customer service was great. Love the Country Fried Steak.

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    Great option for good traditional American breakfast joint. Place is quite busy on the weekends so plan ahead.

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    First time at Pop's Cafe. Excellent service and food was delicious. The portions were generous and we left happy.

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    2 years ago

    Server sat us quickly and was very welcoming. The food was great. A good spot for a breakfast in Downey.

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    Anyone know if they are open for takeout during shutdown?

    Open for takeout. 7am-2pm. Call and place your order, or come on in and they'll take care of you!

    Is this place busy on a Friday morning?

    It's busy most mornings. The times I've been there they seem to have loyal regulars. The food is great and the orders come out of the kitchen rather fast. So the wait time isn't to bad.

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