I'm still clapping after eating here! JEEZ! When walking in, you are immediately greeted by a wonderful lady who directed us to take any seat available. I got super comfy town diner feels when sitting down like if you come here often all of the regulars will know your name hahaha The PLUS is that they had the morning news up on their TV so I felt like I was at home since I usually catch up with what's going on in the world first thing in the morning. I ordered the CHICKEN FRIED STEAK and ooooohhhhh weeeee! It was perfect! It came with 2 perfectly cooked sunny side up eggs, hash browns, and a good sized chicken fried steak that was topped with gravy that at first bite just gives you that home cooked/ soul filling feel! The sourdough toast was generously buttered with an assortment of jams on the table to choose from. I'll take a strawberry one hahaha If you like heat, I suggest getting that hot sauce bottle labeled "Ray'" and putting that on your hash browns! It was my first time having it and WOW! I. LOVED. IT. What's Tabasco again??? Hahaha It'd go great on tacos, a burrito, anything! I was close to asking if I could buy one hahaha The coffee is good and strong! Our waitress provided great customer service. She took our orders quickly and was always there at the perfect time to ask if I needed a coffee fill up. Will definitely be back! After coming here, you'll no longer want to go to the other breakfast places in Vallejo. As of today , this is my new #1 breakfast spot! *They also have donuts! The old fashioned glazed is the best I've had in town. It's fresh and not overly sweet/ glazed. PERFECT. read more

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Let me start off by saying if I could give this place a zero stars I would .. the gravy was basically water the scrambled eggs were burnt not to a crisp but over cooked with brown stains from sitting on the pan to long.. the country fried steak was terrible taste like something out of the microwave.. the papas nasty the best part was the butterd sourdough and hot tea.. skip this place if u can and take ur $$ somewhere else Also plus the service was a low 2 Everything was wrong the first time The place is cute but just don't got the right cooks or service read more

I came to Scotty's a couple weeks ago with a friend. She ordered a Pepsi. It came to the table. Problem was there were ants all over the drink. My other guest said don't complain. She did not. But she did not drink the Pepsi. This was odd. Rest of meal was typically Scotty's good. However we were cautious. I know staff noticed this later. But, I halve to tell you, I haven't been back since. I drive past Scotty's a couple times each day. This event was disappointing. read more

Cute little breakfast spot with really sweet service. The food was good and came out quickly. The donuts looked delicious, and the ambiance felt very homey and welcoming. Nice place to stop for a cozy breakfast! read more

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Update: went back because someone suggested the donut. We went and got an apple fritter and a buttermilk donut. Well I haven't had a good buttermilk donut since Andy's in Richmond over 12 years ago. Very yummy! I might try it again for dinner. read more

I been hearing about this place for a while so I thought I'd give it a try. A local staple for sure. It even gets busy. The food is OK. Not the best, But was not horrible. I got eggs, bacon and waffle. It is a good place to grab some breakfast for a reasonable price. The donuts are good. Really nice service. read more

Place is definitely a real diner with that old fashion diner appeal . Service is classic like the good ol' days ... The menu is simple but with wide selections . It's located conveniently on the corner of Tennessee and Tuolumne . Parking is great !!! Food is great I like it ,,, I'm sure u will toooo !!! Prices are also very reasonable! read more

Food is decent gives u that 90's vibe a homie old school diner /donut shop .prices are low service is ok , u get what you pay for. read more

Scotty's Cafe - Diners Near Me - Vallejo, California

The new dinners are amazing . Every thing is fresh and made from scratch including super yummy soups. The cheeseburger special is a fantastic value. I really think we need to support this local treasure!! read more

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Easy parking Easy seating- basically find a spot Fair diner atmosphere- a little upkeep for the shared items like menus would help and be appreciated I like the menu and honestly my hubby brought me breakfast from here last summer but yesterday was my first time eating in. It seems like a Vallejo staple, I believe I read since 1937. I definitely have an affinity for Nostalgic locations. I had a Jacks scramble with spinach and mushrooms, sourdough toast, and hash browns; one teen had French toast; other teen pancakes with sausage and eggs (she ate my hash browns). Filling food, nice service, and oh, CASH ONLY. read more

Scotty's Cafe - Breakfast DONE - Diners Near Me - Vallejo, California

When I first moved here last year food was great. Since the restaurant changed hands the quality has gone down. Scotty's used to be our go-to for donuts but quality has suffered greatly. read more

A legendary place with great food , reasonable prices and super friendly. Very busy so please plan accordingly

I had breakfast here for the first time in November 2025 with some friends. One of my friends ordered an omelette and he discovered a rusty drill bit inside of his omelette. I will never eat there again! Too many disgusting things to list. read more

This place used to be a gem in Vallejo but no longer. It is under new ownership and has really gone downhill. We went a few weeks ago and the place was not clean and in great need of a remodel. Seats were torn and dirty. The tables, and bar stools were also worn. The service is ok if you can get the servers on a good day. Ours was a little grumpy and seemed put out when we requested extra napkins, fresh cream for coffee, etc. Their cream is on the tables in an old fashioned silver server that sits on the table all morning so if you go for a late breakfast it has been sitting there for almost 4 hours and it didn't smell good. Their sugar is also kept in a very dirty used glass server with a flip lid that is always crusted over and doesn't look very clean. Our food came out cold and the hash brown potatoes were almost raw. (See photo) Another problem for us is that the place is "cash only". There is an ATM inside the restaurant and you are referred to it by the servers in a very grumpy manner if you even give them the slightest protest about not being able to use your credit card. I witnessed this happening about 3 times while we were there when someone tried to just come in for donuts at the counter. Also beware that this area has a lot of homeless and they sometimes hang out around the restaurant. High crime area so keep your valuables out of sight if you go. End of an era due to new ownership. We won't be back. read more

Scotty's Cafe - Nearly raw hash brown potatoes - Diners Near Me - Vallejo, California

Great donuts, fantastic service and generous portions on breakfast. Only had breakfast here so don't know about the rest of the menu but they are only open breakfast and lunch and closed by 2pm. They only take cash and parking can be tricky sometimes but overall it's a good spot. read more

Scotty's Cafe - Diners Near Me - Vallejo, California

Really good food and friendly staff. Husband decided this was HIS diner after our visit. The donuts are great, too.

I preorder a large amount of donuts for a party and paid in full ahead of time. The day of my party when I went to pick up the order they had began selling almost half my order of the donuts. Which forced me to have to scramble and find donuts from another shop. It was the biggest in convenience the day of my party and could not believe the horrible service they provided. Will not be giving them any business again. read more

The rating on Yelp of 3.5 stars is about right for me. I'm surprised it's not mentioned more prominently in other reviews Scotty's is cash only! No credit cards. I've passed by Scotty's many times but it was only when we had trouble one weekend finding breakfast open by the farmers market we finally made our way here. It's located in a small strip mall type lot with an open parking lot. Finding parking wasn't too difficult. It's a simple classic old school looking diner set up. Ordered a Queen's omelet that came with hash browns. The service was wonderful. Very timely. The food came out very quickly. Unfortunately I personally didn't love the food hence the 3.5 stars. The hash browns weren't crispy. They were a bit floppy. The cheese in the omelet was a square slice of kraft's singles type cheese. So Scotty's wasn't right for me. But others seem to love it! If you like classic diner breakfast Scotty's could be a hit for you. read more

I have had breakfast in this popular restaurant that has a counter or booths to sit in for dine in guests. The breakfast was good and was served quickly at a good price. I also love the waitress, who's been there for a very long time. Quick tip- The DONUTS are really the thing here, made fresh every day, they are the most popular item to go for locals anywhere in Vallejo. Better than anything else anywhere nearby , if you want fresh donuts, this is the place. Get a dozen or more and you will be the favorite person at your gathering for sure! read more

Not too many spaces where there's a local diner anymore. It's less expensive than other spaces I've been in the area, and the building is more sound than others in town. Service is good, food is good, but the coffee doesn't quite stack up to a premium roast anywhere you go. read more

If you haven't tried Scotty's- or haven't in a while then GO. The new ownership has made for a really bright and happy atmosphere. The food is still great but now it feels really nice to be there. I'm watching employees laugh and have a happy time serving ppl and interacting with eachother. It's packed and everything is happening efficiently. It's really great to see they are doing an awesome job. Go To SCOTTY'S! read more

The best place in town to eat breakfast or lunch. I can't say enough about how friendly and helpful the staff are and they always have smiles on their faces. read more

The service was good, food was good but then found out at the end, cash only? They 'conveniently' have an ATM machine, they charge me $2.00 plus whatever my banks or the service will charge. I will not be coming back. To bad that people are greedy. To the business owner, watch what happens if you accept cards, your business will increase. You may take you are good business people but you come across very greedy. I'd rather not spend extra money to eat here. Last time coming here. read more

Great food, nice staff and the place is like an old diner. We have been looking for a nice diner and this place fits the bill.

Came on Sunday for brunch and only waiting 10 mins to be seated. Hubs had an omelette and I had the eggs benedict. No complaints...perfectly poached eggs and crispy hash browns. Hollandaise didn't taste like it was made from scratch but it was still good. Portions are generous too! Great placed for breakfast/brunch and even lunch (they have some burgers/sandwiches). They are open 364 days a year (only closed on xmas) for breakfast and lunch! Typical diner fare but it's good, hot, and cheap! And the best part is that they also have fresh donuts that you can order at the table or take to-go. read more

Scotty's Cafe - Eggs benedict - Diners Near Me - Vallejo, California

Horrible service, the waitress was so rude and treat us in the bad manner! The food was so greasy! Hope the owner check this review and counseling his staff. read more

My last post regarding Scotty's cafe was 8yrs ago This place had great food back then. I am not sure if Mae and her family sold Scotty's to someone else or what but just 2 weeks ago I went there with my kids Hash browns where still raw and super mushy nasty to say it all, my kid was offered chips, salad , fruit or French fries as an alternative she asked for Cesar salad, the young women left to get salad comes back to say no Cesar dressing available asks for you want ranch instead yes my kid replied We get her so call Cesar salad, salad had a few tomatoes, carrots and lettuce that's all where is the parm cheese where are the croutons none So we call the older lady over she takes the plate comes back with shredded cheese and over loaded salad with croutons lol. Food was not good at all not like it was back 8yrs ago. Diners be aware of you go your food maybe different. Back to question does anyone know if this place is under new ownership read more

It's 2024 and they still don't take tap and pay food is ok like any other breakfast spot fr read more

Where everybody knows your name local place! Good breakfast and comfortable booth seating. My husband and I enjoyed the classic two egg breakfast, food was hot and done to our requests. They have a bakery counter too. Get your fresh donuts. Best breakfast in Vallejo! read more

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I had an awesome breakfast here, it's definitely classier then what Denny's has to offer.

Many thanks to Scotty's for continuing to serve the community when they could've cut n' run from this hope-forsaken town years ago. Lifelong local perspective here, although Scotty's was never much on my radar for no particular reason. Recently stopped in to compare them to some of my regular A.M. breakfast haunts around town. Not a ton of early AM options outside of fast food in this city. Bonus points for them simply being open & avail. My order was their corned beef & hash, usually a personal fave. And I wasn't disappointed with the dish. Decent greeting & service upon entry. With a smallish hometown diner feel, Scotty's is a slightly more wallet-friendlier option to Nation's, Black Bear Diner, Buttercup Kitchen & Denny's by comparison. And it compares favorably in most categories with these other choices. Food quality, packaging & presentation all were adequate. I remember one time them offering nice pastries & donuts behind a glass counter near the pay station. But, apparently, their donut vendor doesn't service the biz anymore and it's unclear if they'll return to pastry service? They may be missing out on upsell opportunities for patrons wishing to add a few pastries or for those just passing thru for coffee & donuts to go? Good, aromatic selection of flavored coffees for quick take-out when you 1st enter the restaurant. Due to Covid, masks are currently required for service, which is a good thing, except when eating/ drinking (per posted entry sign). However, I'm not sure I'd feel comfortable or safe within the somewhat cramped dining quarters here in light of the new Omicron variant. Social distancing looks to be a challenge here. This isn't a knock against the business necessarily, just the realities of the current health scare environ we're in. Score Scotty's! I'll be returning for more take-out orders soon. read more

Scotty's Cafe - Corned beef & hash plate w/ toast to go. - Diners Near Me - Vallejo, California

So, here's the deal with Scotty's. They have been great. A local staple, and I would have definitely recommend in the past. I grew up with Scotty's. However, as of the last few years, they've gone down hill. This morning (and like every other take out order we've had) they've screwed up and half asses the order. I ordered a half order of biscuits and gravy, corned beef hash, extra crispy and extra gravy in the side. Usually they do.....ok. It's one biscuit with gravy ALREADY of it. 1. This time, I got a biscuit. Just a biscuit and a container, with a separate container of gravy, only half filled. Which I paid an extra $4 for... 2. They cannot do a CRISPY hashbrowns or CRISPY corn beef hash to save their life. Then when you go in and sit down there soggy and cold half the time. When we get takeout order we always have to come home and essentially re-cook the whole breakfast. For the price I paid, this should not be an issue, I'm more inclined from here on out to go to Denny's, which is sad. And with Covid right now, you're not even doing sit down dining, so how hard can it really be?? Our of our entire order, the only things that were done right where the pancakes and the Denver omelette. Everything else, they dropped the ball. Scotty's, please get it together. We will try back in 6 months. read more

Scotty's Cafe - SUPPOSED to he a half order of biscuits and gravy, with extra gravy (for extra $$), and extra crispy hash browns. Epic fail - Diners Near Me - Vallejo, California

A friend put me on to this place & I was turned out. Specifically by their hash browns! Anything you order here is delicious. The staff is always kind & attentive, the food hits all the right spots, parking lot easily accessible, dine in or take out quality is consistent. They are cash only, & they do have an ATM Inside if needed. Fresh donuts daily, numerous coffee choices, tasty menu options, there's no way you eat here & it doesn't become a favorite. read more

Ordered on DoorDash. It was very bad. It's like compared to a cheap hotel free breakfast. My French toast was undercooked, a piece had so much cinnamon it was inedible, and it left a weird other food dish aftertaste. Everything else we ordered was undercooked and bland. Wouldn't go here again. read more

Lived in Vallejo starting in the late 90s and never went to Scotty's even though I heard about it all the time from the locals. Flash forward 20 years and I'm going through Vallejo on the 37 from Marin and decided to get breakfast. Decided I'd finally try Scotty's and I'm glad and disappointed at the same time. I'm disappointed I didn't go years ago and glad because it was great food and great service. Old diner vibe with great service. Your coffee mug will never be empty and if you need something the waitresses are on it. The corned beef hash is canned style and tastes great. The eggs benedict was good and the hash brown made fresh. 5 out of 5 stars. Felt cozy eating there too as a group of police officers came in to have a meeting and all the old-timer regulars were chatting over breakfast. It's a good vibe on a rainy day. I will definitely be going back. read more

Typical diner food that hits the spot. It gets crowded in the morning and it can take a little longer, but it's worth it. You will definitely get full. read more

Food is okay service is a bit slow. Prices are average. Menu is pretty good. Coffee is terrific

Scottys is my go-to diner breakfast spot in Vallejo. I grew up going here almost every Sunday as a kid and I still make sure to pay a visit every so often to this day. I always make sure go order the following as soon as I sit down: donut holes for the table and hazelnut coffee for me. After that, I order whatever I'm in the mood for. My favorite no-fail meals have always been the pancakes, Denver omelet and the breakfast burrito. read more

I don't know what has happened to Scotty's in the past few years (besides the pandemic, which I admit, has been substantial). This used to be one of my favorite places to get breakfast or lunch, but the service has become ridiculous. Not only has the wait staff become more rude, they routinely run out of food. I get that this is a very tough time for the restaurant business, which is why I continued to support for a long while during this pandemic, but there has to be some basic level of service for it to even be worth spending my money. Today was likely my last time at Scotty's and I find that unfortunate. read more

Food is amazing! Service is great ! And the overall place is just really good an wholesome. The food makes you feel at home.