Today I had the immense pleasure of trying Sam's Cafe in Ceres for the first time. Why didn't anyone tell me about this place before? I decided to take a friend out for a Christmas lunch. She has had some serious health issues and we used to play in a couple of bands back in the day (last millennium) and always are in need to swap stories. We arrived at Sam's, found parking right outside, and entered. We were immediately seated and our drink order taken. We got coffee for her and my iced tea quite soon thereafter. I noticed that the place was both clean inside and out, a well as busy, and the staff was on keeping it so while we were there. I ordered a bowl of chili (which wasn't on the menu that I could see) just to test them a bit, and asked for the added onions be grilled and then cheese on top of that. They totally nailed it and the chili was delicious. My fellow diner was impressed with her omelette, and remarked a couple of times on the high quality of the coffee (which was refreshed often while we were there). I have to admit to a bias toward these small, mom and pop places as I like the great quality and service I find consistently at them. I highly recommend Sam's and plan to visit the next time I am in the area. read more

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3-21-2026 I've been here many times and have always received great service. But today was much different. It was the first time in 16 years where I didn't leave a tip and I always tip generously. The impression I was given was that she didn't want to wait on me. She had a cold demeanor. She only came to check on me when she slapped the ticket. By that time I was already done eating. She brought 2/3 of my order out. Then she brought another tables order. She forgot to bring me my biscuit and gravy. I had to grab her attention from across the room and then she remembered. The food here is always amazing! Today I had the Chili Cheese Omelette, a jr pancake, and a biscuit with gravy. For my beverages I had orange juice, coffee and ice water. I always leave 5 star reviews for 98% of the places I eat at. read more

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I came here at 11am on a Monday with a friend of mine. Was not busy at all. I ordered an egg white omelette with no cheese and just ham and a lightly toasted, unbuttered English Muffin. I asked that the omelette not be cooked in butter or oil and they did a good job of making it and it was a good size as well. Came out fast and hot! I ate everything on my plate. I had black coffee to drink and it was good as well, although we had to flag down the waitress a few times for refills (I needed a lot of coffee - full disclosure). My friend had eggs over easy, sausage, hash browns and toast. I didn't get a picture. She said hers was okay. She would have preferred a sausage patty over links. It was nice and quiet inside. Clean and love that it's independently owned. Note: they should go through and trash any plates that have chips in them. Plates aren't that expensive and mine had a small chip in it. It kind of cheapens the place in my opinion. But I would definitely go back! The staff were all very friendly. I tip on the high side and the bill was $35 ($10 tip for the waitress having to deal with my picky food preferences and constant coffee refills, so $45 total). If I lived in Ceres I would be here weekly for sure if not more! read more

Sam's Cafe - Egg white omelette with just ham and plain English Muffin. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ceres, California

Nice little cafe in the Ceres area right off of highway 99. Came here on a Thursday morning around 1030ish and was able to get a table right away. All the workers were very nice with great attitudes and our orders were taken right away. The food is very home style cooking and basic but everything came out very fresh and tasted good. I myself got the Corn beef hash and eggs, my wife got the French toast. Like I said it all tasted good but basic, not necessarily a bad thing if you're just looking for some nice home cooking style food. When I say basic I mean they aren't trying to create crazy style dishes, everything is straightforward (eggs, pancakes, French toast, omelettes, etc.) The food was also good portions and I will say the prices are very fair! I will definitely come back here for a nice easy breakfast. read more

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My husband and I have been going to Sam's for 2-3 years now. The food is delicious. Cooked just how you order and comes to the table nice and hot. The staff are friendly and efficient. They make you feel like one of the family. They always greet me by name when I come in. We even ordered food during COVID and it was still tasty and hot "to-go". I totally recommend this place. It's my favorite restaurant in town. I only wish they were open for dinner. We need a diner in town to do dinner with hearty portions of good old American cuisine. Don't get me wrong. I love ethnic cuisine but we have plenty of those in town. Thank you to Sam's Cafe. You're #1 in my book...Darla read more

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Great food, great service, beautiful sunny day outside. What else do you want?! LOVE comin here for breakfast/lunch! read more

Sam's Cafe - French Toast Deluxe (with eggs, bacon and sausage). Amazing! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ceres, California

The restaurant appears to be clean and updated. They serve good comfort food with good portions. My only gripe would be the lack of coffee refills. Often time unless you flag someone down, you're not getting a refill. But other than that, I can recommend it. read more

This place is amazing! I've been working my way through the menu, but when I tried the corned beef hash I felt like I had found the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow! It was incredible! I can hardly wait to get more. The cafe is busy, but it's worth waiting if you have to. The staff is friendly and exceptionally efficient. Part of the enjoyment is just watching how they work together. read more

The best place to eat in ceres! the customer service the food the cleanliness of the restaurant are all top tier! I absolutely love this place and I go every Tuesday! read more

The food was good and the service was very good. Nice clean cafe with an attentive staff. The breakfast I had was good yet nothing to exciting about the flavor. A little bland. read more

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We were traveling home a looked for a quick breakfast place to stop at. Sam's Cafe showed up on the map and had good reviews. Sam's Cafe did not disappoint. The service was great. Every staff member was moving quickly and very friendly. Service was on point. I asked for crispy hashbrowns and that is exactly what I got. The food was very good. The omelettes were fluffy and cooked to perfection. The pancake was great. It was light and flavorful. Of course the coffee did not disappoint and our cups were always full. read more

Sam's Cafe - Denver Omelette with crispy hashbrowns - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ceres, California

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Every time I come, they're very quick with the service and taking our order. The linguiça sandwich is delicious and the coffee is always super fresh. read more

Very tasty and filling cafe. A salute to old school diner flair in a small town. My friend said he passed by last weekend and there was a line of people that we should check it out. I'm always down for breakfast We got lucky, no line but we did wait a but since the small Cafe had no available tables. We checked in at the counter and we're given a table beeper then asked to wait outside. No worries, it didn't take too long once out group of 3 were seated we excitedly checked out the menus. After my and his mother ordering coffee, he ordered juice, not a coffee guy. Lol. Many options even for me the vegetarian. He had county fried steak, eggs, country potatoes, biscuits and gravy. I forget what his mom ordered and I ordered a veggie omlette with country taters, sourdough toast. Near the end of our meal a waitress dropped off a plate of pancakes. Random. Cool. My buddy packed some of his breakfast and tried out the pancakes. Everyone had leftovers for a whole meal each for later. Yes we had to-go boxes. read more

Sam's Cafe - Veggie omlette & country potatoes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ceres, California

The chicken fried steak was huge! Delicious! They didn't have fresh juice so i opted for water. The food was pretty great and the portions were massive! The service itself was ehh but the food made up for it. The coffee wasn't anything special. My son really enjoyed the pancakes. We would probably go again! read more

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Me and my friend use to eat McDonald's a lot and it's exspensive now a days so it makes sense to just sit down and enjoy a real breakfast that will have you full till later in the day,...highly recommended the country potato's are so good .. if I hit the lottery im franchising this place lol read more

Definitely recommend Sams's to all that ask. I only wish they were open a bit later so I can have their breakfast for dinner too! The service is always quick even when the are busy. The wait staff is super nice. I have lived down the block from them for almost 10 years would eat here every meal If I could but I've got bills to pay too. It is always clean sometimes a bit loud but still a great place to eat. read more

My wife & I were in Ceres today and stopped in at Sam's Cafe. From our first few steps into the Cafe we were greeted with a kind smile by several staff who appeared to enjoy their jobs. Because we'd never been to Sam's before, I asked our waitress what she recommended, and without hesitation she said, "Garbage", which is their most popular omelette. It was excellent, as was their sourdough toast & hash browns. We had a wonderful experience at Sam's and our breakfasts were excellent, as was our service! Thank you, Rob & Jennifer... read more

Enjoyed breakfast. Great service and good servings. I had pork chops, enough for a moderate hunger. We had French toast very good. Viewed the ham steak breakfast, made for a farmer or lumberjack. Price is more than reasonable. The Cafe is very clean and inviting. This place comes closest to the Ole'Carols Pantry in Crows Landing. I still miss that gravy & biscuits, cinnamon sugar for the waffles plus the Boyd's coffee. Come try it out you will not be disappointed! read more

Great service. Great veggie omelet. Cooked as requested. I skipped the cheese. Country potatoes cooked perfect. Cute and clean place. Pretty busy. Daily Specials looked great. Look forward to returning. read more

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Welcome to the new Cheers, where everyone knows your name and they're always glad you came. Very good food, good portion and friendly staff. Been here for years. Hubby and I have even watched one of the server's kid grow up and now he's married. read more

Portion for price is great Good food Clean restaurant Nice staff. The parking is available on both sides of restaurant. read more

Sam's Cafe - Breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ceres, California

The food is good and the service is very good and we like to go there on fridays and there prices r good and they have parking on the side of restaurant read more

The food and service is phenomenal. The staff is very friendly. We went for lunch today and I had a simple grilled cheese sandwich and it was amazing. Give it a try. read more

I didn't try their food because they kept seating people before us. We waited about 40 minutes and groups who had been there for only about 15 minutes were being seated? A customer even mentioned we were there before them and we still didn't get seated? I hope they improve this service. We were visiting from the Bay Area, and now I'm sure to not come back here. read more

Little corner cafe cozy, food was good with generous amounts. Service was excellent! read more

Sam's Cafe - Corn beef, hash browns, eggs, toast, chicken fried steak and biscuits and gravy - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ceres, California

Came here because a friend had recommended it. First thing I noticed is Parking lot is small, we had to park on street. As far as the inside, it's one of the most cleanest restaurants I have been inside. I got the French toast deluxe, hash browns, and biscuits with gravy. Everything was delicious!! I'll definitely be coming back!! read more

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Had breakfast there yesterday. I had the chorizo omelet and hash browns. 100% delicious. Highly recommended.

I've been eating here for years and just realized that I've never left a review... Sorry Cheryl! First and foremost, best biscuits and gravy that I've ever tasted at a restaurant; and I've tasted biscuits and gravy from tons of restaurants in multiple states. Cheryl and the entire staff are always friendly and on top of keeping things running smoothly. Every menu item that I've tried has been incredible. Do yourself a favor and stop by! read more

For a small town like Ceres I didn't expect something so delicious like Sam's Cafe! The platters are huge and the price is very affordable. I loved my corn beef hash and their biscuits and gravy! 10/10 highly recommend read more

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First time at this cafe ,food is great the portions are big but customer service is not great.our coffee cup run empty and the servers they look like they don't like their job.definetly not coming back !we stick to black bear and hot rod read more

The food is great, helpings are large, my breakfast required 3 plates! Service is good and timely, restaurant is clean and even though small, feels spacious with lots of tables. read more

Great breakfast spot! Great service! Just a all around good spot to eat! Chicken Fried steak is fire!

Diced Ham & Scrambled Eggs with Biscuits & Gravy excellent food home made highly recommend read more

Sam's Cafe - Diced Ham & Scrambled eggs with Biscuits & Gravy - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ceres, California

If you haven't, you must. Had breakfast and all I can say is 'WOW' Delicious and large portions. Everyone leaving had 'to-go' boxes, including me. The staff was so welcoming and my coffee cup was refilled the minute I I took my last drink. Everyone was smiling and chatting with customers. Love that!!! We weren't just customers; we were treated as family. Without a doubt, we shall be returning. read more

This is one of the best breakfast places in all of America. The food is always freshly made the service is outstanding. I particularly love the chicken fried steak and the hash browns. I recently asked about the country potatoes and I was correct they're freshly made in-house right down to chopping the potatoes and mixing in the seasoning. The owner Sam is one of the nicest ladies I've ever met and is always out helping her staff. read more

Sam's Cafe - Great coffee and amazing service!!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ceres, California

Crowded. Food is decent and service is polite but still needs some work on atmosphere.

First visit to Sam's Cafe, sat at the counter, all the food coming out of the kitchen looked great!! Service was fast and attentive. A breakfast place with great dinner atmosphere. Defiantly recommend. read more

"This place is rated 5 stars because it has great food, they serve hot chocolate (which was good) and it really made us full"- my son. "It's awesome, really awesome, it's the bomb, I give it a million stars"- my 6 year old son. We came here on a whim. I'm so glad we did! The food was indeed great and the service was too. Fast, friendly, and comfortable little gem. read more

Sam's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Ceres, California

Hands down my new favorite local diner. Too much food and every single thing was fabulous. Service was outstanding. We will be there a lot.

Love, love LOVE SAM'S CAFE! The ladies are fabulous, the food extremely consistent and wonderful and it's the best local joint for breakfast in town! read more