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    Rodeo Cafe

    4.4 (230 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    RODEO CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Melissa J.

    This is a good brunch/lunch spot. The whole place is clean and well decorated. The staff is very welcoming and attentive. I'm a stickler for service due to my years in the business and they do an excellent job! We've tried a few different menu items and have no complaints for the most part. This last time, the food came out really quickly, which was nice, but some ingredients in the burrito were all bit undercooked and the side of potatoes was half raw/half burned, whichwas interesting. Also the mimosa was a little sour, so either the OJ was bad or the champagne was too warm. Those are the only reasons for the 4 stars instead of 5. Overall, it's a great place to try!

    Ribeye steak and eggs
    Annie M.

    Love love love the steak breakfast and yummy options all around. This place is a vibe. I loved the variety of breakfast and it closes 3 pm. It's so delicious and gets full. First time coming I will be back. The Bloody Mary was amazing. My husband also got biscuts and gravy. 10/10 breakfast

    Monday we went for lunch and had breakfast. Never been there before. New place for us. Alma was our kind waitress. Philip was our friendly greeter. The atmosphere was very warm and clean. The food was amazing. Plenty on your plate. Beautifully served warm. Alma, the waitress checked on us so many times. It was quick after we placed our order to get our food. John Wayne photos everywhere which is very nice. We will definitely be back. We have a birthday coming up and that's where we will celebrate. Highly recommended. Philip had a nice smile when we first got there and he had a very nice smile when we were leaving.. Thank you everyone and good luck to you guys.

    Not on the menu Rib-Eye, Chilie Verde Chilliquilles, on 2/15/26 priced around $33. AMAZING!!!
    Angela B.

    This place is a very popular spot and I can can see why. From the minute you open the door, your hit with the most amazing smell of food and greeted with friendly staff. We were told it would be a 10-20 minute wait, it ended up being 8 min before we were seated. Tables were clean and as we walked past others eating, my game plan kept changing. Every table had a dish I knew I needed to try. We were a party of 4, and I hoped all of us ordered something different so I could grab a taste. Ended up with Chlliquilles, verde, with a rare ribeye. It came with choice of house potatoes or hash browns , and beans. I did not expect to much for my steak, it's a breakfast cafe, they might get it close like a med, but I never get my rare. I WAS WRONG... IT WAS PERFECT!!! It had a char, like it was cooked over fire, it was so tender and juicy, and as a nice size cut. It was the most amazing steak I have had in a long time, and way better than even Flemings (they can't get their steaks right anymore). The chips tasted homemade and their chili verde sauce had pieces of meat in it (special little surprises in it). I do wish the sauce had a little more seasoning nd a kick, but they mixed it perfectly where my chips were still crispy, I still wanted more, and they gave it to me. Beans were ok, and the hash browns could have been served a hotter. Eggs were cooked perfectly so my over easy still had runny yolk, that could blend into my sauce. Husband had waffles extra crispy, and they were lightly crispy but very flavorful. He also had the chicken fried steak. The meat was tender and had a good crisp. It was seasoned very well. The gravy had solidified, so that was a little disappointing. The flavor again, could have had a little more kick, but overall he enjoyed it and would get it again. Our friends had the menudo, which he said was outstanding. The bowl is large, so get it to share if your also ordering food. It had a great kick! And the tripe, was tender and cooked to perfection. They also had the Chilliquilles verde and enjoyed it. Steaks cooked to perfection as well. We will definitely be back, and we have a list of items we want to try, thank you for amazing service and good food!

    Rita B.

    My menudo craving has been satisfied! We came to Rodeo Cafe on Sunday morning, specifically because I wanted menudo and the photos here looked good. Five us arrived around 8 am and were seated quickly. Service was good the entire time we were there with frequent checks on our coffee refills. Everyone liked their food: chicken fried steak with gravy and scrambled eggs, country platter with biscuits and gravy and eggs and sausage, a strawberry waffle combo and strawberry French toast combo - although that daughter meant to get a waffle not French toast. It was good though. The waffle was large and fluffy, Belgian style. The rodeo potatoes were especially good. One of my girls didn't care for the coffee but I thought it was fine. My husband's breakfast came with a pancake and I also liked that. I almost knocked off a star for the country music that played the whole time. Country music literally hurts my ears. But it wasn't loud so I didn't. Would definitely recommend and come back again.

    Beef Chile Rojo Omelette- with beans and house potatoes
    Stephanie S.

    Our family reserved an area before we came for a visit. We looked for a local spot because we were going to be at the Veteran's Memorial Cemetery. Coffee was meh, kind of watery for my liking (others might enjoy it! so i guess you would have to try it yourself) Food was pretty great. I ordered their Chili Rojo Omelette and my husband ordered the pancakes, both of us enjoyed our plates. It's not often i can finish a big plate and today i did! A friend of our ordered their chilequilles and they looked so good!! The service was quick for as big as our party was (30 of us) they were attentive to the tables and friendly. They were on top of refills for everyone. Loved the country feel of the place! Prices weren't bad for the portions.

    This is the cowboy coffee  so delicious does include alcohol can't wait to come back and try the michelada
    Valorie V.

    The food was the bomb The vibe and service was spectacular! Come here on a game night and watch the games loved everything

    First time at Rodeo cafe. The food was spectacular , quality ingredients. I love that they give you a toasted jalapeno pepper, yummy!! The customer service was amazing!! Everyone was so friendly. The place is so cute inside, nice ambiance. I will definitely go again. I found a new breakfast spot. Thank you

    lucas s.

    I tried the Rodeo breakfast meal which so hit the spot! It was so delicious New York steak was perfectly juicy I ordered it medium, potatoes, and French toast the French toast wasn't pleasantly tasty but no way could finish all the food! Another hit,fantastic service, fast delivery! Always love this place

    Mike A.

    It's a bit of a letdown, but not because of the food--that part is incredible. Everything I've tried has been spot-on. The open-air setup is spacious, making it great for big groups. Service is quick, and the staff have just the right mix of sass and efficiency. The bar is big, lined with TVs, and they serve both breakfast and lunch, which are always solid. It's fun, lively, and everything runs smoothly. Honestly, it checks almost every box. I guess I just expected a rodeo lol. 5 stars!

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    Food is excellent, good value. The staff is amazing and super friendly. They do get busy on weekends.

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    Very happy with service and the food. It was nicely lit up and was comfortable. Many thanks.

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    Their food is very delicious. Good customer service love their steak and eggs and their Chilaquiles.

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    6 months ago

    Everything was good here! From the customer service to the food! Very flavorful! This was my third time here !

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    11 months ago

    Excellent breakfast spot. Efficient and fresh food. The fried pancakes are delicious!

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    Nothing but positive raves for this spot. Hands down has the best menudo in Riverside with the best service every time without fail! : )

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    Food was ok. Nothing special. Bunch of pictures of racist John Wayne. Could do with out. Staff was friendly.

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    Liz was very tentative and quick. We appreciate her so much. The chilaquiles were excellent.

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    Great local spot for some delicious food and the service was fantastic. Will definitely be back.

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    Good food and portion size but not the quickest service. Not a big deal if you are not on a time restriction.

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