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    AM Goodness Cafe

    4.7 (119 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Special menu item birria chilaquiles rojos with over easy eggs
    Monica O.

    First of all, if you haven't been... you are missing out!!! HIGHLY HIGHL RECOMMEND! Every single person in our group loved their food! The concoction of seasonings were on point, absolutely delicious!! Order at the counter, pay, sit down and enjoy!!

    April A.

    Located in a small strip mall in Vista, California, this is the perfect place to grab a bite to eat, just as we did for while we were attending the DrumFlip swap meet event a few doors down. This place serves breakfast & lunch & is open until 3:00. Very good food, despite the wait when it gets busy. My boyfriend had the french toast, bacon, & scrambled eggs & I had the huevos rancheros. We enjoyed our meals & just really liked the casual, relaxing atmosphere here. This restaurant is a cute place & makes you feel right at home from the moment you step inside.

    Chicken Fried Steak
    Alan C.

    Breakfast here is delicious! My son had a fight down the street and we came here to grub immediately after he weighed in. He had the California burrito and I had the Chicken Fried Steak with biscuits and a side of sausages, plus freshly squeezed OJ. Would definitely come back here if I'm in the area!

    Farmhouse medley
    Stephanie T.

    Cute little place with tables and chairs and some booths. You order your food at the counter and then they bring it to you. They don't check on you after that however. I got the farmhouse medley I think it was called, which was one of their specials for the day. It was eggs, bacon, cheese, avocado, and tomatoes. It also came with home potatoes and an English muffin. I could have also chosen cottage cheese or fruit instead of the potatoes and it gave me a few options of bread as well. I also got some of their freshly squeezed orange juice. Everything was super delicious!

    Mexican Benedict
    Heidi C.

    The Mexican Benedict is a MUST HAVE! Wow, it hit the spot in flavor, texture, portion size, freshness, and uniqueness! Never have I been more satisfied with a breakfast meal. And I'm one of those people who doesn't usually go outside of my comfort zone on menu items but this was an easy YES! Had to do it and didn't regret it. Fresh self-serve coffee in a big mug also made me happy. Go up to the register to order and then they serve it at your table. It was a Wednesday morning around 10am and it was fairly busy without a wait. I saw a diverse group of patrons, early workers on their lunch break, families, elderly couples, and little ol' me grabbing a bite before a business meeting nearby. I saw a lot of people getting their OJ so it must be good. I have recommended to several others and will be back myself. So glad I found AM Goodness Cafe!

    My wife got the Mexican Benedict. The eggs were on a Pork and cheese tamale! DELICIOUS
    Kurtis K.

    Love this cute little place in Vista. The service was great and the food was even better!! Not too crowded and our food came out quickly.

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    Jemiah J.

    This breakfast spot is located in a quaint center with its own parking lot. I enjoyed my avocado toast, served with lemon zest, sesame seeds, and a delicious fresh-tasting pickle, which was a delightful touch. They also offer plenty of hot sauce options, which I appreciated as a fan of spicy food. They serve both breakfast and lunch all day until closing, which is a great option. My friends and I arrived on a Saturday, and it wasn't super busy. We didn't have to wait for a table, and the food at our table came out quickly. I also love how convenient this place is to where I live.

    Chilaquiles w/ Birria

    This place is a hidden gem!! The place is so cozy and peaceful. The food is amazing and well priced for the quality of the meal you'll receive. The service is also great and accommodating. You will not regret visiting this place.

    Lucy M.

    There's really not much to say! it's a basic diner. Good, clean, friendly. If you're in the area and you are hungry it would be good place to stop by and grab something quick.

    Christos K.

    Another great visit! We went for a light breakfast...ended up trying a bit of everything. Delicious food, great service, and comfortable vibe. The price for quantity and quality was a steal. Big standouts were the stuffed French toast and Nutella French toast. The share plates became a war zone, and I barely got to try some of it. Will definitely come back when I'm in this part of town!

    Breakfast!
    George D.

    First off let me say that I ate here a week ago and I forgot to leave a positive review, the very next day I was out and about and I didn't feel like grabbing a fast food breakfast so I opted for Denny's....well that was a mistake. If you're a Vista local or even in the surrounding areas of Carlsbad or San Marcos, this little spot is totally worth it. It's the PERFECT little lunch or breakfast spot. So many good offerings as well as daily/weekly specials they post at the register. Now I understand Denny's is a "go to" for many people, what I'm saying is quit wasting your money on Denny's and come grab some food that has heart. The plates and portions do not disappoint. They seem to take pride in what they serve and that my Yelp friends is what it should be all about. Valeria at the counter has such a great personality as well.

    Lobster Benedict
    Alisa F.

    The food was delicious! I ordered the lobster Benedict and my husband got the green omelette. Everything cooked to perfection. The hollandaise sauce was perfect, not overly lemony like you find in some places. Reasonable pricing. Delicious hot coffee!

    Mexican benedict
    Jordan Z.

    Very satisfying experience all around! One of the best breakfasts I've had in a while. Mexican Benedict with poached eggs over an amazing pork and cheese tamale. So flavorful, rich and a tad spicy. My wife had the biscuits and gravy which was also good, but the biscuits could use a bit more gravy. Can't wait to come back.

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    10 months ago

    eggs Benedict, with no muffin....really? A bit overpriced don't you think? last time in

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    Amazing ! Very surprised with the quality of food it's delicious- strongly recommend and will be back this is the new spot for breakfast.

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    Omelette was delicious and they have a nice selection of fresh squeezed juices. The service was great.

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    Food ordered were all good. Fast service and staff were friendly. Highly recommended.

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    The food was delicious and the ambiance chill. Nice menu choices and different specials.

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    Mom and Pop cafe with delicious food! Friendly service, hometown feel a great addition to Vista!

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    Delicious food and you can tell it's high quality. Wish I took a picture because the plating was done so nicely.

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