I took my older sister there for lunch at my doctors appointment next door…read more It was right after lunchtime and we both ordered the half and half off the menu. The 1/2 of sandwiches were delicious and the tortillas soup was just okay. The service is amazing and the bathrooms are clean too. One of my favorite places to eat in El Cajon.

I've been to this restaurant a few times before, and it was never bad. However, this time, we had a…read morewaitress who seemed to get annoyed when I asked a few questions about another dish. She took it the wrong way and became visibly upset. What bothered me the most was seeing how she was very friendly and patient with the other tables, taking her time with them, while her attitude toward us was completely different. Because of that, we didn't feel comfortable during our visit. In my opinion, the restaurant has a lot of older staff members, and they should consider hiring more younger people who are energetic, friendly, and actually willing to work.

Fantastic experience here on Father's Day. It was our first time in and the service was friendly…read moreand helpful. We tried a bunch of items: latte, caramel macchiato, açaí bowl, Japanese souffle pancakes, Tokyo egg drop sandwich, chashu eggs Benedict with a pancake. The portions were generous and while all the food was good the standout was the benedict. The hollandaise was super bright and had a great lemon flavor--much better than any I've had elsewhere! The eggs were perfectly cooked and the chashu was delicious and well caramelized and even after sharing with my kid there was plenty. We regretted not getting the house potatoes with it as they looked amazing at the other tables. The pancake was very good though-fluffy and flavorful. The egg drop sandwich was also really good with super fluffy bread and tons of good filling. My kid enjoyed everything which was a boon. The Japanese souffle pancakes were fine but not as stand out as the other dishes. I have tried making them myself and had them at morning glory and such and they are often too eggy for my liking. Oh, we tried to order the ube pancake but they were out so we will have to get it next time. We will come back soon for more Benedict's and those potatoes. Yum!!

WHYYY DID YOU CLOSE im very sad to find out this place closed, ill miss the coffee and variety of…read morefood options from here

The servings are generous and the staff is so kind. Very attentive despite what table they are…read moreserving... multiple different people asked if we needed anything, small town family owned vibes.

The service is amazing and the food is excellent. Highly recommend…read more A lot of the staff have been there for at least a couple of decades and it how much they enjoy their jobs is evident in the way they treat their customers.

I came to this coffee shop on a Friday evening for a card show/ trade show. The shop stayed open…read morepast their business hours and trading card vendors were set up around the shop. Inside the shop they allowed people to bring their own trading card collection to trade with each other. They had specialty drinks made specifically for the show, Pokemon themed. There's a good amount of seating inside and seems like a good place to hang out or study. They have different books and board games around the shop too. I tried two drinks when I came. I got the coconut matcha because it was one of the themed drinks but wasn't impressed with it. I probably should've known better than to order matcha at a coffee shop but I'm a sucker for coconut. For my second (redemption) drink I got the Samoa which was a mocha, coconut, and caramel latte. This one was delicious. It had a great coffee flavor with a nice smooth caramel companion. It wasn't overly sweet and not bitter at all. The baristas were all great too. My drinks came out quickly despite it being busy with the show. Definitely a great coffee shop to check out!

Becky and I only get fancy coffee from a fancy coffee shop if we are with people who want fancy…read morecoffee from a fancy coffee shop. Becky and I are not well versed in the world of fancy coffee, so we typically rely on those we are with to provide recommendations. Saturday we were on our own. We wanted a late afternoon pick-me-up and Kaffee Meister is a very short distance from our house. I walked in and was warmly greeted by the pleasant young woman behind the counter (I did not catch her name). I asked for two caramel iced coffees. She very nicely and patiently explained to me the different options of my generic "iced coffees" term. Lattes, cold brews, espressos, etc. Her recommendation was Caramel Frappes, so that is what I ordered. One with whipped cream (for Becky) and mine without. As I waited, I looked around the room. It was really cool. Very homey, neighborhood cafe vibe. A few tables and a couch and comfy chairs along with some tables and chairs dotted the room. The room was really nicely decorated. I liked the spiral staircase shelving. They have some outdoor seating as well. In addition to coffees, they offer a food menu. Pastries, bagels, açaí bowls, sandwiches and the like. I drive by Kaffee Meister almost daily and often I will see that they have live music which is cool. I waited maybe three or four minutes for my name to be called, and I was handed my two frappes. I like a simple cup o' Joe. Black, no sugar, no sweeteners. At home I drink Kirkland brand ground coffee from a drip coffee maker. That said, I really enjoyed the Caramel Frappe. It was not too sweet and retained subtle coffee flavor. Becky very much enjoyed hers too. Neither of us had ever had a frappe before. We were surprised by the milkshake-like creamy texture. They provided the perfect pick-me up we were looking for. About 17 bucks after tip. We'd return for sure.

This place is so AWESOME I have been coming here for a few years now!! The customer service is…read moreamazing and the bagels are to die for and the matcha is amazing! Definitely recommend to check it out

I love memos!! Best bagels! I got the mixed berry smoothie and it was very creamy! The sandwiches…read moreare amazing

This is one of El Cajon's hidden gem…read more Food 5/5 Service 5/5 I first learned about Gillespie Field Café from a coworker when we worked at GBS on Friendship Drive. This was more than 5 years ago and I've been hooked ever since! They always have great food and service! I highly recommend their country fried steak as well as their fresh squeeze orange juice, but honestly, all the food I've eaten here has always been good. I also love watching the planes take off & land from the side. This place is perfect for families, foodies, and plane lovers in your life! They have plenty of seats & parking on a busy weekend afternoon. Thank you again for the great food & service. Recommendation: Country Fried Steak with potatoes, fresh squeezed orange juice and unlimited coffee.

1st time here and we enjoyed our breakfast here. Good good…read more Good diner food selection. Friendly service. Fast service. Nice view and ambiance. Classic American diner. Love this place.

Broooo we only came here because Gladly was hella packed and I'm actually glad because Stir It Up…read morewas fire with ffllllaayyyvooorrr! Got the pistachio latte and the spicy sausage breakfast sandwich. That sandwich was hella good!! sweet, savory, little spicy kick. English muffin was warm and soft too, not all dry and crusty lol. Staff was super cool and welcoming, plenty of places to sit. First time here and yeah... we definitely coming back!

The aloha latte is delicious- Macadamia nut, coconut & vanilla cold foam- it's just deliciousness…read moreas a latte. The spicy muffin as a breakfast sandwich is not too spicy has just the right amount of spice- the eggs taste fresh any breakfast sandwich with some cheese and bacon is an added bonus for a delicious English muffin! The environment is super cute and friendly. It's a nice cool zone because they do not skimp on the AC. There's a TV with games on for ones viewing pleasure and music playing lightly in the background. System all around here. Investing for customers and ample seating. They have a great selection of the variety of laborers to choose from coffees, smoothies, and they have matcha. This is going to be one of my new favorite spots when I wanna treat myself and I can't wait to try more or anything that they recommend from there!

Lisa at Broken Yolk is always amazing! She is incredibly kind, attentive, and always makes us feel…read moreso welcomed whenever we come in. This time, she recommended one of the new menu items, the pumpkin pancakes, and they were absolutely delicious! Definitely a great recommendation. It's always a pleasure seeing Lisa, and her friendly service is one of the reasons we enjoy coming back. Thank you, Lisa, for always taking such great care of us!

The food is always delicious, and the service is consistently top notch! Yesenia and Roy are always…read moreso welcoming and helpful,they're a big reason why we choose to drive to this location, even though there are others much closer to us. Whether it's ordering at the counter or table service, the staff is always efficient, friendly, and attentive. The restaurant has a fun atmosphere and is always clean and well-maintained. It's definitely worth the wait on weekends because the team does everything they can to accommodate their guests. Highly recommend!

First time visiting…read more I liked the outdoor covered seating. It looks like a popular spot for the locals. I saw many families/moms with baby's in strollers, so it is very accessible. It was a little bit louder than I expected, but not horrible. Service was good and friendly. I personally liked the reduced menus options. Gives them a better chance of providing quality over variations. I enjoyed my breakfasts sandwich on a croissant. It seamed fresh and fluffy. My husband had the Benedict, which he enjoyed as well. My favorite thing was the dirty chai. Possibly my New favorite dirty chai. It had great chai flavor that didn't get overpowered by the coffee. We also got an apple strudel. It was delicious, it's was fluffy and gave me the impression it was fresh. Another good point for me was that it wasn't too sweet. If you are in the area, I definitely recommend. If not in the area maybe still stop by if you want something quick, maybe even to go.

Sheldon's is a nice little breakfast/brunch spot located inside on old service station in downtown…read moreLa Mesa. The seating is outside under a covered patio. This place gets pretty busy on the weekends, so expect to wait in line for a little bit. You order your food at the counter, and it is brought out to you. The menu is pretty limited as far as food, but there are a lot of different coffee and tea options. That being said, the food they do have is pretty delicious. I had the Benny Special which is an eggs bendict with sausage. It was really good. The dirty chai was good, but it wasn't as sweet as most places make them and how I prefer them. For some, this might be appealing though. Overall, it's a nice brunch spot. Give them a try!

I was SO sorry to see the location closed! I loved their coffee and their food! Always excellent…read morecustomer service! All they serve is awesome! Wish you the best of luck and if in your other area will DEFINITELY drop by!! - Thank you for all the good coffee and yummies!

It's unfortunate this cafe had to close its door at this location. But good to know, I still can…read morestart my day The Bella way somewhere else. I loooved that it had a drive-thru if I was on-the-go. Inside, it was spacious and clean...very accommodating to someone who teleworks. The staff was super friendly when I placed my order and provided a quick turnaround. My latte was sooo yummy! I can see why this cafe had an overall positive rating.