The best breakfast I've had in a long time. Odd location but don't let that dissuade you. Very unique menu and great spin on conventional breakfast items. Tried just about everything on the menu and loved all. Great presentation, large portions at reasonable cost, and they use top quality ingredients. The chef clearly takes pride in his craft and I'll support a restaurant that remains consistent in their level of service and quality as much as I can. Highly recommended! read more

The restaurant is in a residential building so it was a little hard to find.. super cute inside, friendly staff, food was good too. Portions are on the smaller side so if you're starving, you might want to order more than 1 item. My only complaint was the chairs are uncomfortable - they're very narrow which forces you to sit at the edge of the chair where it's wider. Random complaint but true! I will be back, there's several things I wanted to try! read more

This place is absolutely the bomb I don't know what else to say besides you should try it read more

Well...awesome place as we anticipated. Chilaquiles was very tasty and traditional. Fish tempura my wife had was equally good. Missed one of our items we ordered...minor mistake. Get your service in order...get drinks faster...and you can have 6 stars...err I guess I can't. Darn...also doesn't seem like it's small kid friendly due to service being a bit slow...we were there during a busy night and had to leave due to our kids not being patient...but I digress...seems like everything tastes good that's on the menu. Can't wait to have the brunchy stuff soon. read more

Chef Vargas - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Elkins Park, Pennsylvania

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Awesome, small family owned business. Delicious food, wonder owners. The location is a little weird as it's in an apartment building and challenging to find. But so worth it! read more

I came there afternoon 2 pm on Sunday. but the service is the WORST. nobody brings you water or coffee. you have to raise your Hand for several time. Nobody brings you Napkin. Even after they bring out food, they don't give you fork and knife. will never go back again. read more

We loved coming here for brunch before Covid and we cannot wait to return once we are post-pandemic. Everything is REALLY delicious--from the more simple to the more decadent! Chef Vargas is also very friendly and attentive to his customers, and especially good with our little wild ones. read more

It's ridiculous how good this food is! It is AMAZING!!!! It is so good! So so so so good! Come here! You will not be disappointed!! The service is very kind, food came out hot hot hot and fast my husband and I ordered almost everything off the menu and everything was amazing! Definitely a hidden gem! I would just recommend for them to get a bigger sign because I had to go inside of the main building to find them. OVERALL A+++ read more

I LOVE THIS PLACE!!!! Chef Vargas and his team of people are absolutely friendly!!! The waitress always smiles and is so personable...Can't waitbto go back!!! Y'all are awesome and I Love a family restaurant..Keep up the good work.. Thanks for all the good good .. read more

Hard place to find and not open for breakfast during the week, it took us a month to go. Yum! The skillet nailed it. Looking forward to coming back and trying the tacos. Delicious Valentina salsa picante to put on everything. read more

What a hidden gem of Elkins Park! If you are looking for something, different, unique and affordable, Chef Vargas is the place for you. Limited menu, but the options are pretty diverse. The only thing that gives it 4 stars is its location. It's very difficult to find, and there is no advertisement outside of the facility. It took me 15 minutes after google maps put me in the correct location. Since I know where it is, I will be back here on a monthly basis. Plus, $2 tacos on a Saturday is a steal! read more

Definitely a hole in the wall, with no signs. The food is great, very flavorful! The staff is horrible, it took a solid 25 minutes to get our drink orders and an additional 20 for our food order. The waitress was in charge of seating, answering the phone, taking orders, and cleaning the tables. The waiter just kept walking around in circles, and we had to stare him down in order for him to come to our table. The food was amazing, it is a shame how poor of a job the staff did. This is a spot you should only go to on weekdays or non-peak times. read more

I ordered 3 chicken and waffle meals. Was super excited , eating half way through I noticed the middle of the waffle was burnt, the chicken was also very chewy in the center and burnt as well. I couldn't even finish the meal. My boyfriend and sister, both stated there's were the same! I get things happen, but how is it that all 3 meals were made that way, as if they knew it and still boxed it up for us instead of remaking them all' read more

Seriously? If you cannot ensure your food is delivered like it is served in the restaurant just remove yourself from uber eats. I placed an order for "creme brûlée french toast" and the blandest potatoes known to mankind. Most of the vanilla glaze was at the bottom of my bag, could've happened on transport fine. However, I open the container to burnt, soggy french toast with absolutely no berry compote. Not a berry in sight, and just a small mint leaf I'm assuming. The only reason I ate it was because I hadn't eaten all day and the kitchen "preparing" time took FOREVER! I thought I would be receiving a meal worth my while with the slow turnaround. Just don't order from them through Uber eats, but I wouldn't even step foot into the establishment after this experience. read more

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Hands down THE best brunch I've ever had!!! The owners are so sweet and make you feel like you're right at home. We live 7 hours away and are only in town for a few days but if this were at home, we would be there for brunch every day. Seriously, if you haven't tried this place you are missing out! 10 out of 10!! read more

The food is delicious with nice portions and the service is great. The staff are really nice. I did take out and the food was packed well. I will go back for sit down service. read more

What a cute place! Very unexpected location - definitely a hole-in-the-wall. Chicken and Waffle - 5/5 I've had a lot of mediocre or even disappointing chicken and waffles before, but this was awesome. Chicken was cooked perfectly and full of flavor. Cheddar waffle had those delicious crispy bits where the cheese hit the waffle maker. The berry-honey jam wasn't that exciting to me but still added some sweetness to the plate. Smoked Lox Benedict - 4/5 I'm usually a fan of anything smoked salmon and this was no exception. Creme brulee french toast - 3/5 The only dish that let me down. It was good french toast, but I was hoping for flavors/textures more reminiscent of actual creme brulee since it is my favorite dessert. Maybe if the outside of the bread had a caramelized sugar layer, or it was served with vanilla custard, I would have enjoyed it more. Don't get me wrong, it was still a nice breakfast dish. It just didn't really remind me of creme brulee. This is a place I would come back to for brunch, and a place I'd also like to try for the $2 taco nights. read more

Wow! This place was SO good. I had the veggie eggs Benedict, my husband had the farmers meat skillet, the kids had the chocolate chip pancakes and the creme brulee French toast and they ate every bite. The chef was friendly and thrilled we were so happy with our food. We were impressed with the whole experience and will be back soon. read more

Empty on a Saturday morning and I now know why. The farmers meat was mediocre and at 14$ just depressing. The chicken and waffles was legit abysmal. Such a disappointment. read more

Amazing tacos...fish taco is the best! Also friendly atmosphere and fantastic staff. You won't regret going there, ever!

Very interesting little out of the way place connected to an apartment building. The food was interesting, freshly prepared and very tasty.

Food and service was great! Get the cajeta iced coffee. It was so good, I plan on going back tomorrow. Highly recommend!

I asked a friend who lives nearby for a brunch recommendation since I'd be in the area visiting a friend at Abington Hospital. This wasn't as close as I'd originally thought (about a ten minute drive with normal traffic), but it's worth much more. The drive from my home is 35 minutes and I WILL BE BACK JUST FOR BRUNCH. The menu is full of great-looking brunch options, from Nutella French Toast to omelettes to skillets and chicken and waffles. After much hemming and hawing, I settled on the Savory Waffle (mushrooms, spinach, red peppers, and bacon are cooked into a Belgian waffle, and it's served with maple aioli and a berry jam). It was amazing. So good. It looked so good when it arrived that I forgot to take a picture, but all of the other pictures of food on here are accurate. The food looks -- and tastes -- as good as it does in the pictures. My friends ordered the Farmer's Omelette and a plain Belgian waffle. The omelette looked great, filled with lots of fresh veggies and not overly "eggy" as they can be other places. The home fries are small diced and cooked just right. Service was quick, friendly, and efficient. As we left, there was a long line of customers waiting to be seated - because they know it's worth the wait. Take the time to find this diamond in the rough; you won't regret it. read more

A very odd location, if it wasn't for the small sign out front we would of kept on driving. The restaurant itself is very cute & homey. The menu isn't large but I like that. Means, in my opinion, the chef can focus and perfect his dishes. I ordered the farmers omelette, which was full of fresh veggies with a side of crispy potatoes. Very good. My brunch date got the eggs rancheros, which looked beautiful. I didn't have any but I could tell it was very good because the plate was clean at the end of our meal. We also had a side of pancake, which I didn't like too much. They tasted more like a bread than a cake. I could tell the batter was handmade, maybe I didn't like them because I'm just to Aunt Jemima. Anyway, we enjoyed are visit and will return. read more

I was skeptical to try this place after I saw it was in the inside of an apartment building but it's genuinely a hidden gem! I came here for Sunday brunch, however they do serve brunch every single day and then on Saturday nights, serve Mexican food. I ordered the fried chicken and waffles. The flavors were so unique, it came with a maple aioli and the waffle had cheddar cheese on the inside. Chef Vargas personally created our food and delivered it to our table with a handshake, as it was our first time there. The service was fast, the prices were very reasonable, I will definitely be back. read more

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Thank God I do not live in the same building as this restaurant or my wallet and waistline would be in trouble! I went for brunch with my husband and everything about Chef Vargas was amazing. The location can be a little tricky to find, but the concierge for the apartment building helped guide us in the right direction. The atmosphere is incredibly cozy, and we immediately felt welcome and at home. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive. The brunch menu was wonderful with some classic dishes, sweet breakfasts and more savory options. I ordered the chicken and waffles and was not disappointed. I've never had chicken and waffles before, but Chef Vargas set the bar pretty high. Served with berry-honey jam it was the perfect mix of sweet and savory. My husband ordered the creme brûlée French toast and was in heaven. I stole a taste and it was incredible. The bread was light and fluffy, and while it was sweet it wasn't too sweet. He rarely finishes his meals but he completely cleaned his plate. On top of that, the price was definitely right! $25 for 2 meals, coffee and juice. Even though I'm totally stuffed from brunch, I'm looking up the dinner menu and planning when we will be back! read more

Great service, friendly atmosphere. I enjoyed the meaty egg dish served in a hot skillet and my dining partner loved the chicken and waffle.last time I had the Eggs Rancheros. Very nice. The selection or a dozen or so. Kinds of hot sauce is especially . I am a Valentino hot sauce guy and they have it. Finding the entrance can be a bit tricky. One may enter from the parking area to the left after entering, or through the lobby and down the stairs. Keep looking it is there in the back of that apartment building. I especially liked the lucha libre drawing of Chef Vargas on the wall! read more

My wife kept bugging me to go here together after going here with a bunch of her girlfriends, and we finally made it out this past Saturday. I ordered the fish tacos, wife got the eggs rancheros, and the kids split a chocolate chip waffle. One word: delicious!! The fish tacos were on point (crispy, moist), the eggs rancheros were super flavorful (it was a nice touch to add some side sausage to eat along with it), and the kids gobbled up the waffle. On the way out, we thanked the chef, and he was very personable and grateful for our visit. We will definitely be back. read more

Dope place, dope food, dope burgers, dope quesadillas, dope prices, dope pretty much everything. I definitely recommend this place to anyone even if it's a far drive. Worth twice what I paid, and I'd drive twice as far to come back. read more

Amazing food, awkward location but don't let that turn you away. If you like tacos and fajitas it's the perfect place, but they also have delicious burgers, breakfast and desserts :) The owner is really friendly too! read more

The creme brulee French toast is to die for and the owner is amazing. Great spot to check out since they serve brunch ALL DAY!!!

Ok tucked away in Elkins House is this delicious jewel. The food is fresh and cooked to perfection . The service is friendly and genuine. It is nothing like eating awesome food and the chef walks by and smile. Well let's just say my food is so delicious I gave him a wink ! read more

Chef Vargas - Chicken and waffles... you have tried this dish but this one will linger for a while - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Elkins Park, Pennsylvania

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The best place in the area for breakfast! My husband and I usually get the Farmer's Meat Skillet, it's very filling and has just about every breakfast staple in it...I've also had the churro waffle, Chicken and Waffles, Chicken Quesadilla, and nachos...No complaints about anything! read more

Great lunch spot. Interesting menu & delicious food. The spot it tucked away in Apartment building. Had a hard time finding it at first.

I'm a fan of this hidden secret located in an apartment building with no signage. Apparently, good-food news spreads. My first visit was in January Superbowl afternoon....googled local places for brunch and Chef Vargas appeared as top 5 in my area. Right in my own neighborhood and I didn't know. Since then I've been there at least 4 more visits, I walk in and say "hey Chef". Everything I've tried is wonderful especially the burgers. The breakfast skillets are amazing as well. read more

Awesome! I had the Carribean Benedict, which starts with a layer of sweet plantain, then roasted pork, poached eggs and a delicious variation on hollandaise sauce. Served with perfectly cooked potatoes. The seasonings were all perfect, and the textures were amazing. Great coffee. The staff was friendly and attentive, and so was Chef Vargas. I can't wait to go back for lunch or dinner. read more

The place is kind a hard to find sort of like a diamond in the rough. Once you get to Chef Vargas prepared to be amazed Did the core is comfortable the menu was wide and everything is made fresh to order he uses nothing about organic vegetables and fruits the chicken and waffles rivals Roscoes also The nutella French toast is off the chain. I've heard Saturday night is Mexican night I have yet to try it but I can't wait to next Saturday definitely a cool spot to grab excellent burger breakfast or some excellent sweets. Check it out for sure read more

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Good food and customer service. Easy parking. It's a little hidden so I had to call to get directions.

We found this hidden gem on our way to Philly. I'm glad I found pictures of what the outside looked like. It's located in an apartment building and it took me two attempts to find it. There's plenty of signs that make it easier to spot. We were immediately greeted and seated. The server was very sweet and nice. We met Chef Vargas and he is the most welcoming, kind, nicest and humble restaurant owner I've ever met. He actually chatted with us quite a bit. We ordered the egg Benedict's and omg they were delicious. The potatoes were perfectly cooked and seasoned just to perfection. We scraped the plate! We are not locals but the drive is definitely worth it. I will be coming back and bring the rest of my family. Plus brunch is served all day. There's vegetarian options and some incredible pancakes that I will definitely have to try on our next trip back. Thank you Chef Vargas for making us feel so welcomed and for the fresh watermelon agua fresca :) read more

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We tried it a couple times. It is not a very well kept place. It's dirty, and generally unkempt.Tables, chairs, menu, counter all sticky and disgusting. I would not feel comfortable eating there again. I think they take advantage of the fact that when the weather is not great, or for whatever reason someone can't go out, it's the only place to eat. No menus to go. Just some horrible copies that were impossible to read. Menu has very few normal items. The rest is some weird Mexican or So. American dishes that are not even true to what they are supposed to be. 'Chef' Vargas is an overstatement. It's more like Cook Vargas. They are also moody and not very kind to customers. They just do what they must, they don't go an inch out of their way to help or accommodate a guest. Can't you tell I didn't like it? I spent 2 months there. We would have gone there quite often. But after two times we couldn't take it anymore. read more