I absolutely loved the '50s vibe!…read more The colors, outfits, hairstyles, and décor really made you feel like you stepped back in time when life seemed a little simpler. I especially loved all the old-school photos on the walls it added so much character and nostalgia. The food was okay overall. The wings were good, and the fish & chips were decent, but my daughter loved them! The Cobb salad and chili were both just okay. The Fruity Pebbles shake and cinnamon toast crunch shake was REALLY good! Overall, I'd come back for the vibe and experience more than the food. They also have an arcade, which makes it even more fun, especially if you're bringing the kids. Definitely a cute, nostalgic spot to check out!

We were hosting some friends from out of state for her son's birthday and decided to go to Corvette…read moreDiner. We were seated quickly which was a wonderful thing considering we had 3 kids with us. Our server was Frenchie and she was great. Our food was surprisingly hot. Our first notice to the oddness of the night was the balloon guy. Throughout the night we noticed the servers would form groups of 5 plus to sing birthday songs for the birthday kids. When it came to our turn, we had only 2 servers show up to sing for us. Frenchie even yelled out for help with no one coming to help out with making this evening special for us. One guy came by but quickly made a left to go into another area. Our little guy didn't notice because Frenchie made him feel special. As we sat there questioning what just happened, we noticed that 4 tables down someone was getting sung to. Guess how many were there singing? A minimum of 5 servers. We also noticed that we were not offered the birthday hats that that same party received. We asked to speak with a manager regarding what just happened. Ricky made excuses for what we observed and how we felt regarding what happened. My wife got upset at him minimizing our experience. When he noticed her tone change, he changed accordingly. He recommended we speak with the GM. We paid $200 for our meal and nowhere in that amount did we ask that we be looked over and go unnoticed. From where we sat, I was able to see the majority of the area. I don't know if there is a moral to this story or a silver lining but this experience ruined our evening and a little boy's 7th birthday. Im not saying to not eat here but i am saying that if you are a person of color, keep your eyes open to how you're being treated.

I came here this past Sunday around 11 AM and was really impressed! They have both an indoor dining…read morearea and a covered outdoor patio. They're also dog friendly, which is awesome so we opted to sit outside with the pups. Just a heads-up: It gets extremely hot on the patio. They don't have a large fan or cooling system, but they do have window shades that can be pulled down to help block some of the sun and heat. The service was excellent. Our waitress was attentive, checked on us regularly, and kept us updated on when our food would be coming out. She was friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. I ordered the: Country Fried Steak: this was by far the best country fried steak I've had in San Diego! It was absolutely huge. I ended up taking half of it home for leftovers. It was also loaded with gravy, which I loved. I got the mashed potatoes and gravy and broccoli as my sides, and everything was delicious. They have a very extensive menu, and there are so many other things I want to come back and try. I honestly can't believe I've lived in San Diego for almost 10 years and am just now discovering this spot! Between the portions, prices, service, and quality of the food, this is definitely one of the best breakfast spots in San Diego. And the prices are awesome for what you get. I'll absolutely be back!

I grew up going to studio diner often, I loved their clam chowder, soup, sandwiches, and their…read moreburgers! I had not gone in many years and went back a few weeks ago. I was super excited to eat the food and feel nostalgic! My friend ordered avocado toast and I ordered fish tacos and fries. I am not often picky on taste, but these fries and fish tacos were the nastiest things I have ever had. I tried to just eat them, because a fry is just a potato? It can't really be that bad? But I had three and I had to stop eating everything. It was literally so gross. My friend said her avocado toast tasted like mold and she did not eat anything either. Definitely not going back, but I hope they can improve because it is a very cool inside atmosphere!

My family went to dinner here on a Wednesday. It was not busy so service was quick and attentive…read more My kids thoroughly enjoyed the retro themed diner and immediately wanted to sit at the barstools. The aesthetic overall was incredible. Things we ordered: Pickled Plate 9/10 - kind of a lot of garlic but the mushrooms were INSANE. Crudités 8/10 - quality ranch for dipping, great variety of veggies to help balance a typically fatty, high calorie diner menu. Tuna Melt 9/10 - would come back specifically for this sandwich. Very tasty and kid approved Club Sandwich 8/10 - my typical diner order, they go heavy on the lettuce, topping were loaded up towards the front of the sandwich so after the first few bites it's just bread. Tasted great though. Pot Roast 9/10 - great quality pot roast served with mashed potatoes and corn. Really delicious and would order again. Deviled Eggs 6/10 - standard. Nothing special. Flavors didn't boom or bust. My complaints: the few downsides to Beginner's Diner - their menu isn't 24hrs like most diners so you can't order breakfast items throughout the day which is always fun. Sodas don't come with free refills, they are bottled which is cool but I tend to like at least one refill instead of having to ration out my soda to last me the whole meal. Great spot for families. Kid approved. We will 100% come back and we recommend this spot to anyone looking for a cool dining experience.

My girlfriend and I had a terrible experience here, and unfortunately, the food was just as…read moredisappointing as the service. The steak was burnt--not the good kind of burnt--and had absolutely no flavor. What made it even more frustrating was that they didn't even have steak sauce for their own steak. The hash browns were also severely burnt. If you enjoy the taste of completely burned hash browns, then this might be the place for you. The service was just as bad. We were basically ignored the entire time we were sitting there. Our waitress never came back to check on us, and we had to go without basic things we needed, including napkins, utensils, and straws. My girlfriend's omelette had absolutely no flavor and completely fell apart when she tried to move it, making it seem like it wasn't cooked properly. Overall, this was a terrible experience from the food to the service. We will never come back here again. Only good thing was the ambiance was okayish.

Fun neighborhood place in Washington St. Great brunch vibe and bonus because they serve the…read moreentire menu all day! My friend loved the biscuits and gravy. I had the tuna melt and it was done perfectly. I need to go and try their happy hour. The owner was working in the kitchen last time I was there!

This 4 star rating is saying a lot since they forgot all about our order and we were genuinely…read moresitting waiting around for 45 minutes before we realized we were not going to get our order. Our server was sweet about it though, told us she forgot, and said the kitchen will get on that. I was worried how the food would turn out with the rush but everything turned out to be very pleasant. Short rib benny 10/10. The short rib is delicious + Chilaquiles are good and plentiful

After being totally shocked at the line outside Phil's BBQ, my wife and I decided to look for…read moreanother option that didn't resemble the line for one of the Star Wars attractions at Disneyland. Rudford's became option #2. Open 24/7 and a wide selection of food choices, it seemed like our best option. Chicken fried steak sounded like a good choice. My wife chose the Reuben's sandwich with crinkle cut fries. My wife wasn't too impressed with her sandwich but my chicken fried steak was tender and the gravy was flavorful with a touch of pepper. I added a slice of blueberry pie to take back to the hotel. Our server was very pleasant and did a great job of checking on us to make sure everything was good. I was very satisfied with my dining experience and was happy to find a place open 24/7 the next time I'm in San Diego if I need to find a place to eat after normal dining hours. The parking lot is on the small side so it might be difficult to find a spot during peak hours. Definitely a place to keep in mind if you're looking for decent coffee shop fare.

I've only been here a couple times. The food is OK, but…read moreIt's probably because it's 24 hours. As to the servers, they take FOREVER to come and take your order. It took aN HOUR to get our food and they were not busy. Just talking to eachother. I think the one of the male servers with the "dog choker chain" is extremely rude and unprofessional, wasn't welcoming or accommodating. I dread going to places with poor service. We did not get checked on AT ALL no matter how many times we left our drinks at the end of the table, Getting a refill was nearly impossible let alone asking for condiments, napkins, or anything else. if you know tips are a big part of your job why wouldn't you be on point with your customer service? Or work elsewhere.

Having eaten here several months ago for dinner, loving it, and forgetting to leave a review; I…read morefigured I'd redeem myself and post my latest lunchtime snack I had here at Saint James a few days ago while waiting for a Swiss watch technician from across the street to come back from lunch himself. French onion soup. Enough said. Deviled eggs rounded out our light snack, and those were freshly prepared. While the expected olive and chive flavor was outstanding, the anchovy was done just right to elevate the dish (my understanding now is that anchovy is usually included in deviled eggs as served in Europe). Our espresso martinis excelled at fronting the coffee taste before the vodka, instead of the usual other way around. This sip was exactly as I remember when I had the same for dinner previously. Service as mentioned, was extremely friendly and more importantly, went beyond service and well into hospitable. Love coming here. So, if you're in the area and just need a light snack (or a hearty dinner), drop on by - HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

Came here for a meetup. Did some research and I guess it has some history. Here was my experience…read more AMBIANCE Parking: Downtown San Diego, parking can get chaotic but doable. But your best with public transportation, rideshare, or carpooling. Seating: It's a smaller, intimate space with a mix of tables, booths, and bar seating. Room for maybe 50 people or so. Vibes: In the heart of Downtown San Diego, there are a lot of eateries and activities. The spot itself, Saint James feels like someone took an old-school American diner, sent it on a trip to Paris, and brought it back to San Diego. You still get the casualness and familiarity of a diner, but with the moodier lighting, décor, bar, and menu of a French bistro. It's stylish without feeling like you need to be overly dressed up. Being tucked into the Palihotel also gives it that cool boutique-hotel energy. FOOD / DRINKS Burger Parisienne (Recommend) A comforting flavor with some simple french influence. At its core, you've got something very American: a juicy cheeseburger. Then the French influence with the caramelized onions and a rich bordelaise (sweet wine) sauce. It's rich, savory, and makes this much more of a fork-and-knife burger than your typical grab-it-and-go situation. French Martini (Recommend) When at a French restaurant, do French things. Fruity, smooth, and easy to drink. You get the sweetness and tartness you'd expect from a French Martini, making it a nice contrast to the richness of the Burger Parisienne. CUSTOMER SERVICE Friendly, attentive, and professional. Can't complain! TL;DR OVERALL 4 Stars. Good food, good drinks, and that balances French flavors with American culture. It's not quite a traditional American diner nor a traditional French bistro. If you're exploring Downtown San Diego and want something a little different without going full fine dining, this is worth checking out. TIPS * Check out their weekday Happy Hour from 3-6 PM

Over Labor Day Weekend Our experience here was outstanding…read morewith my little family we were extremely exhausted from the horrible experience at Sea world. Kids were fussy and we were starving. I have to say the owner and employees were so nice to us. Talked to the kids and even gave them free drinks the Philly cheesesteak was one of the best I've ever had in my life the fries and onion rings etc were so good. We appreciate you so much for making us feel welcome in your establishment even with our kids acting up this will be our go to place everytime we come to Cali for sure. Thank from Theo and his little family. Our little Tj gave you knuckles saying potato and French fries. It's a nice little diner atmosphere which we loved it's so family friendly and welcoming. Thank you again

Food was Top Notch. And the service was amazing. Felt like we've been coming here for years. Good…read moreJob Fellas! We'll be back.

I am now a fan of Chilaquiles!…read more I was in the mood for something different than my usual eggs, bacon and potatoes breakfast. After 10 minutes of looking at breakfast options, chilaquiles started to catch my attention. I landed on Night & Day Cafe's Chilaquiles. I am a scramble egg girl so this Chilaquiles was perfect. It came with shredded beef, beens, rice and of course the tortilla chips. I got red salsa to add on top and it was seriously delicious. It was a lot of food so I had it for breakfast and then again for lunch later. I ordered through UberEats for pick up. My food was ready upon arrival and very hot. I was greeted with a smile and hello. It's a nice cute cafe in Coronado if you have not checked it out already.

Food: we didn't get to try it…read more Service: appalling awful. We arrived at 6:02 A.M., opened the door, and were "greeted" by a woman who tersely said, "We're not open yet." My husband looked at his watch and asked what time they open. She responded, "6:00 A.M." We stood outside for a few minutes and then drove down the street to Clayton's Coffee Shop, where we were treated with respect. Ambiance: whatever divey-cool vibe existed was ruined by the super rude employee

We stopped here on the way home from Mexico and were very pleased…read more Our food was delicious. In fact, my wife said her breakfast burrito was the best breakfast burrito she had ever eaten. The staff was very very friendly and we will try to visit again.

This place is a classic little cafe. It has a very homey feel and each dish is made with love…read more There's some indoor and outside seating. Parking is a bit tough. Their hash browns are so good and crispy! I really enjoyed my strawberry pancakes. Pancakes were fluffy and the syrup were a perfect touch. The omelet was really good but kinda heavy. I prefer the shredded cheese versus slices of cheese on top. I'll be back again to try more dishes!

James was just wonderful, so pleasant. Easy parking close by. Big, super huge menu, and merciful…read moreto your wallet. Been coming here for years and never once regretted doing so. Indoor/Outdoor dining. Excellent background music featuring the greatest hits from the 80's & 90's.

I really wanted to give a higher rating, but due to the lack of quality : cost ratio I just…read morecouldn't. The restaurant itself has an open and welcoming atmosphere, comfortable seating, good a/c, friendly service, a good variety of menu options...however, the cost for what you get doesn't equate. Now, their prices are fair, compared to many other places out there, but due to the lack of quality it just hits harder. My Monte Cristo was so sad-looking and dry. The turkey was heavily peppered, which might be okay in any other turkey sandwich, but this did not go well with what a Monte Cristo should taste like (iykyk)...even when the raspberry jam was added all you could taste was pepper. In addition to the strong pepper taste, the turkey itself was extremely dry and shredded to pieces when I tried to remove it. Very disappointed. When I told our waiter, who was very friendly and had been attentive, he said that he'd let the cook know--and that was it. No follow up. No apology. My son had the French toast and it was okay, nothing special. I usually have lunch here, but it's been a few years since I've been here for breakfast -- so this was a bummer. The past few times I felt like the quality was slipping, but I chalked it up to a possible "off" day...but this recent visit confirmed that they weren't "off" days and the quality truly has slipped. Hopefully they can reevaluate things and make some improvements. They have a good menu and nice concept, I just hope they improve their quality and presentation.