Let me share with you my favorite home town diner for the last 20 years. Locally owned by the sweetest couple. Classic American breakfast, phenomenal and friendly service, and value that you're looking for in this economy. No frills, just honest homey food that's filling. We always get the country fried steak and Ribeye steak with over easy eggs, hashbrowns, sourdough (or biscuits), and coffees. Which came out to $50. On days I want to splurge for some extra bite to the meal we'll add bacon which is thiccc and extra crispy. Fresh and hot. Seasoned and salted; enough if you're watching your intake but not so little where you can't taste it- a good balance . Portions are filling but not excessive. You can be in and out quick, or you can hang out and connect with the people you're with. Perfect for work or family. This is a place I not only come back to, but will bring friends to, and will recommend to anyone in town. read more

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Tried this spot for the first time and we will definitely be back! Nice atmosphere, server was really nice and food was great!

I came in today since I had some free time this morning. I've been driving past the Cafe for about 2 months. I finally decided to try it. When I walked in I was greeted by the sweetest woman who smiled and get me straight to my seat. After looking over the menu I decided to get the chorizo scramble. I have never had a breakfast that took me straight back home. The comfort I had was next level. All the flavors were balanced and exactly what I expected. I sat for awhile a looked at all the decore and really soaked in how beautiful it was inside. I have to come back. read more

Popular Cafe - Chorizo Scramble & Coffee - American Near Me - Montclair, California

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It's easy to just drive by this place, but I was getting my car serviced down the street and decided to walk down to this diner. I would consider this place to be a hole in the wall, but don't let the exterior ambiance fool you. The omelette was cooked just right and super affordable compared to all the other veggie omelette out there. Staff is super nice and chill. read more

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Service was very friendly and the prices are very reasonable. The place was clean and comfortable. They have healthy options and serve breakfast for lunch as well. I would recommend it if you're ok with their silverware being a bit low budget. read more

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Omg! Compare to other places we have gone. By far the best quality food and Prices!! I am Shocked this place is not full to the brim. So calming and spacious. Can't wait to come back. read more

Popular Cafe - Sooo good. Everything was made to perfection. - American Near Me - Montclair, California

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Super friendly staff. Great coffee. Portions are generous. Food is served quickly and hot. Very tasty. Rate 1-10 10 being best I give it a 10. Very affordable . We will now be regular customers. read more

Ming and Lisi are worth the trip here. A mom and pops type of restaurant. Great for groups or intimate breakfast catch up with your loved ones. Or, if you craving some great service, delicious food and sincerity, get over here. Now, let's stalk about their homemade hot sauce (which you can purchase to take home).....delish! Shake it on everything for immediate elevated flavor!! Bathrooms are clean, outdoor patio if you wanna see the street and trees or sit inside to revel at their lovely art collection. It's a place that feels at home which is difficult this day and age with everything , "Scan your own food." Looking forward to a return and please support small local businesses like this! read more

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My boyfriend finally took me to his family's favorite place, the Popular Cafe! It was so yummy, so fresh and service was excellent. The interior feels just like home and I loved that. Can't wait to go again! Thank you so much read more

Very cold inside. Heater placed on tables and near but don't help much. Price of food was decent restaurant looks like it needs a lot of repairs. I went with the chorizo burrito and it was good. Staff is nice read more

The environment and atmosphere and decoration was nice and cool on hot days but not big on portions. Breakfast is time to eat lol but here country fired stake was not as big and not to filling. Nice place for mom and daughter. Not family read more

Popular Cafe - Country fried steak and my girlfriend eggs on top really small plate if you ask me - American Near Me - Montclair, California

Food was delicious and service was great. Love the small cafe feel. I'm coming back!!

Very good prices. Lots of food. Owners go out of their way to make sure everything is good

We had our annual Christmas gathering for our office at Popular Cafe this past Saturday, 12/13/25, and from the time we got there, we were treated like Family. They had set aside several tables for us. We liked that they had an extensive menu. I believe it was the owner and maybe a relative of hers who served us. They were very courteous, and the food came out very quickly, even though there were about 20 people in our party. I had an omelette with ham, cheese, and onions. My Wife ordered the three cheese omelette. We found the portions to be a good size. Everything was delicious. My Wife and I will definitely come back to Popular Cafe when we are in the area. read more

Great service and great food. The dining room and ambiance makes it feel like you're having breakfast with family. Really quick service. No complaints :) read more

Great service & food. The staff was very attentive. They allowed substitutions when asked.

Food was great. Not too much and not little. Had the chicken fried steak and the food was hot and good. Nice couple runs the place and are very friendly and welcoming. The service was excellent. Refilled the coffee right on time and brought the check at the right time. Great coffee by the way. :) read more

Service was great. Food was basic, at best. Stay home & cook instead, it would've tasted better. Bacon was way over cooked, on all our meals. The waffle, was more like a crepe., with a weird smell. Coffee was weak. I have 2 stars because of the service. The waitress was super sweet. Overall, I could've made a better tasting meal at home & saved some money. read more

Great breakfast diner food. Huge selection, service was friendly and quick. Atmosphere was fun old school vibe

Food was good. Service was great. I had the feta omelette with a side of sourdough it was yummy. The portion was just right nothing over whelming and the price was right read more

Great Brunch spot in the area! We ordered the Cowboy Breakfast, Two Eggs with Toast, and the Avocado Bruschetta Toast- All of them with great big portions and tasted great! My favorite was the Avocado Bruschetta Toast which came with potatoes which were also yummy. Coffee was good too! I'm definitely coming back for the toast! Very friendly staff as well. Price also very good for its portion:) Plenty of parking spots and they're dog friendly on the patio outside! read more

Plan on spending an hour looking at the menu, they have everything. My favorite is the shrimp avocado omelette. It is ran by the sweetest couple you would ever meet. The cooking channel is always on their TV and the pictures on the walls are classic from famous artists, however, the walls are painted a lime green, but hey, I could live with lime green walls with the great food that they serve. read more

The owners are awesome this is my families favorite place to go to. They may not serve allot of food but i tell you it is exactly enough . you need to try it it is all fresh . read more

First time there. First thing I noticed was the prices. Lowest then most places. Service was good, food was good. Definitely going back to try more. Both meals posted plus 2 coffees was under $40 including tax. Incredible for todays inflation. read more

Popular Cafe - Very yummy. Nice thick slice of ham - American Near Me - Montclair, California

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Food presentation and flavor. Also found some termites on table and the floor. Smells like old place. read more

Great lil gem! I love the family style atmosphere and wonderful service! They have ALOT to choose from!! Food was yummy! Price was fair and location is good. Will be back! read more

Delicious food, great coffee a huge menu and the warmest, kindest, friendliest service in town. We are steadily becoming regulars.

This place is a little gem! Good breakfast food, very nice staff... I thought it was a great value for the price.

Our first time trying this cafe and it was really good! The prices are great and the staff was really friendly. We ordered pick up, but we will be coming back to try dinning in. Very cozy old school diner vibes inside which I love for breakfast. read more

Popular Cafe - American Near Me - Montclair, California

This place was absolutely amazing! And our server was so kind! 100% recommend trying this little spot out! It's so cute and the food is delicious!! read more

Popular Cafe - American Near Me - Montclair, California

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The perfect breakfast house for seniors. Parking is for the restaurant only, easy access. Prices are modest and so are the portions. Just right for me and my wife. Great bacon! read more

Usually open 7-2 and I wish they were open longer! Great breakfast and dinner dishes. Always a calm relaxed atmosphere, great for family dinner or dates read more

Popular Cafe - The country skillet breakfast, perfection for a breakfast dish . - American Near Me - Montclair, California

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This is an awesome local spot in Montclair. They have a huge variety and everything is made fresh to order. I LOVE the California Bruschetta, it's one of my go to's along with the House Delight & California Eggs Benedict. You MUST try their homemade spicy hot sauce, it's #chefskiss Delicious & strong coffee and super friendly staff, family owned and operated. Come out & support your local mom and pop. read more

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This place is disgusting. They served me rotted corn beef. I will never go back. The French toast didn't even seem like real bread.

Sigh. Not very good at all. And it looked so promising from the reviews. Here are the nice things.......................The prices were nice. The waitress was wonderful. But the food, with the exception of the Cajun shrimp scramble and the pancakes, got pretty low marks. First of all, I went into shock when the waitress told us the mushrooms were canned. Why would anyone do canned anymore? The California omelet was sad. The filler had bacon that was hard and tasteless. Little cheese. At least it had generous chunks of avocado. The thin pork chops were old tasting and overcooked. Especially when Mr. B asked for them to be NOT overdone. And he said they tasted like they were cooked on the same spot on the grill that had cooked liver (they do have liver on the menu). The veggies came from a freezer bag. The dinner salad with blue cheese dressing was very plain, and was covered by an artificial tasting, bottled dressing. Not good. The bacon and eggs were nothing special. The hash browns were acceptable. The biscuits and gravy were awful. Again, most likely the biscuits came from pre-made frozen packages, the gravy from dried powder. The coffee, thin. But yes, our coffee cups were always kept full. What restaurant were the other reviewers talking about? Certainly not here. And no, we will not be back. read more

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Always saw this cafe driving down Central Ave and wanted to check it out, and finally had a chance. And it was perfect choice! Interior may be a bit old-fashioned, but the food was amazing and great service! Bacon, waffle was crispy, coffee was perfectly right and the owner (or maybe waitress but if she is an employee, she should be an employee of the year or something) was amazingly attendant all the time with bright smile. If you wanna enjoy great food with no disappointment in the morning, this is definitely go-to place!! read more

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I'm going to keep this review simple & direct: great food, excellent service, family owned & operated. I had the Eggs Benedict & my girl had the Italian Omelette. The food was quite delicious. We enjoyed our selections very much. I'll be dining here again I can assure you. read more

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Service was great and the waitress was super friendly and attentive! Food was also great!! read more

Food was good but the portion are soo small for the price wouldn't come again. I looked at the menu online to order for pick up I got French toast meal on the menu it said French toast combo eggs meat and hash browns when I got the order it was like like 2 slices of French toast with sandwich bread egg whites and the sausage I asked about the hash brown she told me it doesn't come with any I had to pay extra I paid 12-13 $ for this sad ass breakfast read more

Popular Cafe - The French toast combo - American Near Me - Montclair, California

Friendly service, delicious food, good portions, good variety, and nice atmosphere. Will definitely come back.