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    Antique Row Cafe

    4.4 (364 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Victor G.

    I really was hoping for something better here with the good reviews, but it just wasn't there. The staff were very friendly and food was made quickly- hence the two stars. I ordered 2 each of the breakfast casserole special and basically a two egg breakfast with sausage and pancakes. Their prices that they show on yelp you can tell are outdated. As of July 2025 it says these were $6.95 +- on their yelp menu. I'm realistic. I knew they were outdated, but was expecting maybe $12 a plate. Nope. When I arrived they were $14.95 +. My total was more than $70 as I ordered 4 plates. When I called in the order they didn't tell me the total on the phone. They should update their prices in their yelp menu anyhow. Oh well, I thought. Maybe the taste of the food will make up for it I thought- nope! The food was very mediocre for the prices. The breakfast casserole had way too many veggies that devoured the measly 2 eggs that were there. If there were meat in this it would be ok priced but there wasn't. Again, the meals I ordered for my kids were the basic two egg breakfast. It was fine, they were happy, but not a good value for the price.

    Philly Steak Heaven and a Homestyle Monterey Potato Cake
    Katie G.

    I've eaten here a couple times over the last month. The first experience was lovely We had breakfast on a Saturday morning.. . Everyone was so nice, the food was pretty good and the coffee was outstanding.. We go back two weeks later on a weekday and this experience wasn't even half as good as the last experience . $55 for breakfast for two is a lot of money. So when , the coffee was really bad this time , the food was just mid and the service wasn't quite as good because only one server runs the whole dining room on a Friday. It's just hard to spend $55 on breakfast for two when the experience is just OK..

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    Kat H.

    I've been going to this restaurant since I was a little girl and i'm still coming and everytime i've came back-it's remained the same. The friendliest welcome, the kindest employees, the fastest service you'll receive ANYWHERE, and the best food. Some of the same employees still work here since I was a kid. There was an owner switch a bit ago, but everything has remained just as it was before. This is genuinely one of the best restaurants of all time, and I will continue to go here as long as they're open and i'm alive. I couldn't recommend it more.

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    Kim R.

    Very cute spot. Old school photos and collectibles inside. Gives me a diner vibe. Came here for a quick bite. The service was amazing. We ordered the combo. Which came with 2 eggs 2 slices of bacon, a slice of ham, link of sausage, 2 slices of French toast, and home fries. Everything was good. My only complaint is the home fries was on the hard side. The server had us try the salsa verde freshly made and it was so bomb. They need to bottle and sell that thing. If I'm in the area I would come back to try other items in the menu. Parking lot available.

    Your Way Omelette
    Melissa R.

    We arrived at about 11:00am, there as plenty of parking and no wait. The host pointed at a booth for us to sit at. We loved the old school vibe at the Cafe with all the knickknacks. A quiet young man came by to take our drink order.l, I got a coffee and my husband got a coke. Our server was Ramon and he was very funny, friendly and welcoming. I ordered the 3 egg build your own omelet with cheddar, olives, mushrooms, and ham. With my omelet I also received hashbrowns and toast. Everything on my plate was pretty good. I'm always a happy coffee drinker if they have good coffee and decent creamer, which this cafe had both. My husband ordered the French dip with French fries. He said the French dip was pretty tasty and he liked that the au jus wasn't overly salty and seemed to be made in house; which is a plus. Overall we were happy with our experience and would definitely come back again. We both felt that the food was good but nothing to write home about.

    Eva G.

    First time checking out this place. A restaurant that has many nostalgic decorations such as Route 66 and a life size Elvis when you enter. Ramon was our server. He was AWESOME! The kind of decent human being that can cheer you up when you're down or just make your day by lifting you up with his own happiness! Thank you! We ordered the following .... Vegetarian Omelette- Avocado, bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes and cheese. And one of the specials- Homemade Corned Beef Hash 2 eggs, potatoes, toast. I must say it was A LOT of food. Each plate looked like it can happily cover your full day of meals! lol We did have leftovers for sure! The food was good. Perfect for breakfast and there are a lot of menu options. Would definitely come back again.

    HUGE PORTIONS!
    Pablo L.

    I've lived in El Cajon for 2 Decades and have always passed by Antique Row Cafe as a kid and adult thinking about trying it. It may not have the greatest exterior, but the experience and food was amazing, it is on the more expensive side, but I think it is due to the portion size! HUGE! I would order one thing at a time It was pretty packed and I understand why. I will definitely be going back

    My son asked for a bacon and egg burrito...it was huge and my son said it was awesome and can't wait to come back!

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    The food was good and service was great but feel it was a little pricey. Will be back as food was good

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    Wonderful service! Excellent Food! Recommend 10/10!! I will definitely go back. I love all the servers and the front desk staff.

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    Service was excellent food was amazing recommend I would come again and again my favorite place was black bear dinner

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    10/10 recommend, nicest staff, great selection of food and it was SO GOOD!! Best breakfast place in SD honestly. Insane waffles

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    Portions were huge. Reasonable prices and amazing service. Will definitely be coming back here.

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