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Carolyn's Cafe

4.6 (4.2k reviews)
Closed 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
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French dip with fries & aus juice. You HAVE to try it once at least!!!!  Great job Carolyn's Cafe.
Amy R.

I'm a French dip lover and my experience here is that their French dip was the best I've had. Unfortunately my last order everything had changed. The bread, no aus juice and the fries were even different. I recommend that you ask before you buy to eat. Make sure it's what you want and your experience will be great. The service is still strong along with the ambiance of everyone enjoying their food. The photos reflect the old French dip. I really hope this was a mistake and that the French dips are back to normal.

Joanna M.

Bad- waitlist is long . Seating is not instant. Wait time needed. Also, price point is not cheap. For what's it worth, I don't think is affordable for families. Good- coffee cake is only thing that caught my eye to visit but as far as other breakfast items, it's not giving "wow" factor -pretty basic. Coffee cake is tasty!

Home Style Corned Beef Hash
Cory G.

Eggs were wildly inconsistent across the table. I ordered over medium and received undercooked eggs with visible albumin. My son's over medium eggs came out fully cooked through, while my mother's were actually prepared correctly. The hash looked promising at first, but once the few larger pieces of corned beef were picked out, it was almost entirely potato. Overall, it leaned heavily toward overcooked, mashed potatoes with very little actual corned beef and lacked proper crisp. Toast wasn't toasted--just loaded with an excessive amount of butter. Drew, our server, was super personable and attentive and easily the highlight of the visit.

Buttermilk Pancakes
Elizabeth T.

Came here on a Tuesday morning with my kiddo. This place is located in a strip mall shopping plaza. The interior had a typical diner aesthetic, nothing special inside. You can tell that a lot of people here were regulars. The staff were friendly and the food was good. I got the breakfast croissant and my daughter got the kids pancake meal that comes with two sides. She really enjoyed her eggs and pancake shaped like Mickey. If ever in the area, I would come back to try other menu item.

Cinnamon Carolyn's Famous Coffee Cake
Deedee H.

The place gets very busy and we went on a Tuesday. The place is big and has outdoor seating. The food is enough for two. The service was fast and friendly. A must try is the coffee cake.

Coffee cake
Ashley J.

Carolyn's is a great breakfast/lunch stop that has a classic diner feel to it. There was a bit of a wait, but the staff was really friendly and helpful. The portions here are huge. So be sure to bring your appetite. I had to try their coffee cake. And it was worth sharing with the table. Highly recommend.

"Smothered" Breakfast Burrito, Home Style Corned Beef Hash, Birria Hash
Julynn A.

It's been a while since I've been here. Came here with a couple friends. My rating hasn't changed and as usual they're busy. This time I ordered the breakfast (smothered) burrito with gravy. It was good! Friends got the corned beef hash and the birria hash. We also got their infamous coffee cakes to go. It is still delicious! Oh and customer service is excellent!

2.22.26- California Scrambler served with Turkey Bacon
Kim I.

‍ EVERY single time we come here to visit, today was a special one too to honor my father in law turning 78 years young. Lacey was our amazing server who was incredibly attentive and giving suggestions on what her favs are. Food leaves me speechless. A must try if you're coming for the first time, 10th time, the coffee cake is something my baking heart wishes I could just observe how they make it and carry it to the grave and the way that melted butter just soaks into the cake, just perfect. Tried to keep it balanced by going a little healthier today and ate the California omelet with turkey bacon, with country potatoes that was seasoned well. The table went silent as we all welcomed our plates placed in front of us and gasped in awe of how fast our food came. You gotta come early if you don't wanna wait but post 10 am and guarantee a 40-50 min wait depending on your party, which we had 6 total. Inside it's cozy, reminds you of home, and the smell and sizzle of butter just fills your nostrils up. There's no place I'd rather pick if we want a great brunch spot where they'll make you feel like family every time. Much love always

Deep Fried Crumb Cake

This deep fried coffee cake is served with carmel sauce and butter. If you get it, plan on sharing. :) It's a lot to handle, and totally a dessert vibe.

Pancake
Jeanette P.

Another great breakfast with Mom at Carolyn's! Always delicious with generous portions. The weather was fine, so we chose to sit outside this time where it was a bit quieter and had immediate seating. One thing that can make or break when choosing to sit outside is the service. You won't be forgotten here! Big shout-out to Drew for keeping timely tabs on us and for his all around great personality.

Churro waffle
Gerald S.

Food was delicious, portions were HUGE, and the service was friendly and welcoming even with the place packed full of customers. Staff worked hard to keep everything running smoothly, and the atmosphere felt comfortable. The biscuits & gravy were excellent and the Birria hash was seriously good. Only downside was the churro waffle, great idea, but it seemed to absorb too much oil, giving it a strange texture and aftertaste. Everything else was great though. Would definitely come back.

Yummm
Jan K.

Everything was delicious..... especially the coffee cake.... The homemade potato's are pretty terrific too.... Staff is professional and quick to make your experience great.... Very attentive and friendly.... Get here early... the place does fill up... but it's always been worth my wait... I love it

Carolyn's Famous Coffee Cake I started eating it before I took a pic and tried to get a good side!
Jessenia R.

We came back to Carolyn's Café on Christmas Eve for a family breakfast, and once again, it was absolutely wonderful. They're featuring a new fall menu, and the birria omelet is hands down to die for. It was so good that when Jan, the owner, stopped by our table to chat and ask how everything was, I told her she had to keep it on the menu. To my surprise (and excitement!), she said it's actually being added permanently! That personal touch meant so much--Jan taking the time to talk with us really shows how much care goes into this place. We planned to share the omelet, and when we mentioned that, they thoughtfully split it into two perfectly plated meals. Honestly, it looked like (and was) a full meal on its own, so generous that I thought I was going to split that portion but ended up with my own plate instead of sharing with my husband. The kids' bunny chocolate chip pancakes were such a fun and thoughtful touch, and of course, the coffee cake is still to die for, as always. Another well-deserved five stars for Carolyn's Café, amazing food, generous portions, warm service, and exciting new menu updates. We'll definitely be back!

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Do you guys have any gift certificates/gift cards?

Yes. Purchase in person or call the cafe between 7am-1pm. 909-335-8181 x4. We will be closed on Christmas Day and also closed on 12/26/25.

What is the size of the special order coffee cake for Thanksgiving?

9x13 pan - feeds up to 12 people and includes whipped butter.

Is there a way to order food cooked without using seed oils? Thank you for answering .?

Yes, we can offer limited menu options cooked in butter instead of seed oils - you just need to be sure to clarify with the person taking your order.

Hello! Is this lovely establishment open on Labor Day?

Yes - open regular hours - 7am-1pm

Will you be open thanksgiving morning?

Carolyns Cafe will be closed on Thanksgiving Day.

Family member has nut allergy. Does your coffee cake contain nuts?

Although the coffee cake itself does not contain any nuts, 2 of the ingredients come from a supplier that processes nuts at the same facility. So, even though we would love your whole family to enjoy our delicious coffee cake, it might be best for… Read more

Are any of the gluten-free items available vegan? French toast, pancakes... anything?

They have gluten free coffee cake

If I dine outside, may I bring my dog?

I have seen a dog outside while his parents dined so I think it is ok as long as it is well behaved & doesn't bark at customers.

Will you be open on Easter Sunday this year for dine-in?

Carolyns Care will be closed on Easter Sunday.

I was shorted my side of bacon on my order. I tried calling but your line is always busy. How can we resolve?

Please send your phone number and our cashier will call you

Are you opened New Year's Day?

No, closed on New Year’s Day

Will they be open thanksgiving morning?

Carolyn’s Cafe is closed in Thanksgiving.

Can we make reservations?

When it's really busy they open up a wait list and you can pretty much pick any time you want to go. But that's only when it's peak hours for them. But I don't think you can actually make reservations days prior.

Are you open on Labor Day?

Yes - 7am-1pm

Are you guys planning to expand your hours soon? 1pm is too soon ...

We are not planning on expanding our hours anytime soon. Minimum wage is now $14.00 per hour and will be increasing again next year. It makes it too expensive for us to stay open longer.

Is sit down available?

Yes. They have outside and inside sitting available. Also don't forget to order their famous Coffee Cake with Extra butter 😋

Where do we go for wait list?

When we have a wait, you can “Join the Waitlist “ on the Carolyn’s Cafe Yelp page

Do you have mimosas?

No, we don’t serve mimosas.

How many pieces of coffee cake does the whole sheet of coffee cake serve?

12 pieces

Are you guys still open? Am I still able to make a order for a Christmas coffee cake?

We are open daily from 7am-1pm daily for to go and delivery. Today is the last day to order whole coffee cakes. Call the cafe today before 1pm to place an order - 909-335-8181.

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