Great little cafe with homemade flavor. Breakfast was really good, I'm sure the lunch/dinner items would be great too. Simple bacon and eggs breakfast with potatoes O'Brien. Bacon was tasty, eggs (over medium) were cooked perfectly, and the potatoes were cooked well. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside. French toast was thick cut and super good! I had the omelette with bacon, sausage and cheddar. Man, that thing was PACKED with bacon and sausage. I think the sausage is hand formed and is hope it was homemade, because it was delicious and the way it was chopped was perfect. Got mine with fries instead of the O'Brien potatoes because I don't care for bell pepper much, and the fires were fresh cut and freshly fried. The ranch...oh man, the ranch was some of the best ranch I've had in a while. Great little breakfast place serving wholesome food. I recommend. read more

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This place had a lot of positive reviews which led us here. There is a small parking lot at the back of the cafe, and some street parking along the by streets. The place looks like a nice small diner, with friendly staff and quick service. The staff were nice and patient to get our orders. However the food was a little disappointing, we ordered the bagel sandwich and the mushroom cheese omelette. The bagel sandwich was very bland, it was like it didn't have any salt or pepper added. The same was true for the omelette. The home fries were more like deep fried potato cubes, which were also very oily. read more

Del Monte Cafe - Bagel sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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This is as easy a 5-star review as I can imagine. We've driven by this older, undistinguished establishment several times, but never really noticed it. With the hearty recommendation from two different people we decided to try it out. We found the breakfast-lunch menu the most appealing to our tastes. I ordered a reuben and my wife an omlet. The portions were large to gigantic, the flavors fresh and delicious with the pricing most reasonable. When you add the fantastic service we experienced, the Del Monte Cafe instantly became one of our favorite eateries in San Luis Obispo. Be aware that this was a charming old grocery store at one time and exudes nostalgia. It has about 8 tables inside and some tables adjoining outside. This is one of our best local finds and I'm hesitatant to write it up fearing it may become too popular. read more

Been enjoying breakfast at Del Monte for almost 30 years! Went back recently and it is just as good as I remembered. I love to keep it simple - eggs, potatoes, toast and coffee. The best seats are outside. read more

Came here for brunch with friends for the first time. The food was soooo delicious. The portion sizes were pretty big so we definitely had leftovers. Love the small town vibes this restaurant had. The waitress serving us was very sweet! Overall, had a great experience! read more

Del Monte Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

Must go! The perfect start to the morning...afresh cup of coffee, excellent friendly service, and great food. Sat alone at the counter which can sometimes throw off the staff routine but not at the Del Monte. read more

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Small restaurant across from the rail station. 8 tables indoors and additional seating outside. Serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. We went for breakfast. First the good: breakfast egg dishes were fine. Solid preparation and tasted decent. Nothing special though. Maybe I should have ordered something more unique or off the daily specials menu. The not great - very slow. We went on Sunday 9:45am. They were busy (Cal Poly family weekend) and clearly understaffed. Our wait for a table was 40 minutes which was fine. After being seated our wait to have our order taken was 20 minutes with another at least 20 minutes before the food came out. We ended up changing our plans for the day because breakfast took so long. read more

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The server was very genuine and friendly, and had plenty to say about the menu and her personal recommendations The food itself is above average, and not all that memorable. read more

Del Monte Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

Average spot for a person who loves breakfast. Service: service was great- thank you Martha FOOD: AVERAGE. Coffee- more like black tea French toast- 3.5/5 Oatmeal: ordinary oatmeal 3.5/5 Biscuits n gravy: 5/5 Pancakes:2/5 Eggs:5/5 Ambiance: little country kitchen style spot Would I come here again. No. Nothing stood out enough to make a return trip. read more

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We stopped by for breakfast Saturday morning and were so happy to be seated right away by friendly staff. We chose to sit indoor because it was an adorable older diner vibe. The outdoor seating looks lovely as well, so it's nice to have both options! I ordered the huevos rancheros and my friend ordered the sausage egg combo. My huevos was good, hit the spot, but nothing special. The potatoes o'brien it came with were dry and flavorless. I love potatoes so was surprised that I didn't want to eat them, which is telling. My friend was not that impressed with her meal either. Again she said it hit the spot, was just so-so. We split the blueberry pancakes. They were yummy!! The coffee was not great, not very rich , more like coffee flavored water. Service was phenomenal! read more

Del Monte Cafe - Blue berry pancake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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Cute booths, nice dog-friendly patio. Plenty of parking at train station lot across the street. Mostly performative service with glimmers of hospitality. Coffee and water refills consistent. Chilaquiles were pretty but cold; I liked the pickled onions. Potatoes were hot but bland. Have visited twice but probably won't return. read more

Del Monte Cafe - Pretty but cold chilaquiles, hot but bland potatoes. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

This cafe has a very cute diner vibe however the food is very mediocre. We ordered the chilequiles & the stuffed french toast and felt they were okay. The portion of the chilequiles was very small compared to other we've tried and lacked in flavor. The chips were very soggy so they kind of just broke as you ate them. They also make their chilequiles with a scrambled egg which is something I don't particularly like. The outside of the stuffed french toast was good but the inside is stuffed with just a block of plain cream cheese (the kind you put in a bagel). The plain cream cheese stuffing did not complement the flavors or texture of the french toast therefore I recommend to skip out on the stuffed versions and just get the regular french toast. They were however very generous with the amount of fruit they offered with the stuffed french toast. Overall, the service was good as they bring your food out quickly and check in on you often however the food is alright. I would recommend this place if you just want to experience a cute diner in CA. read more

Del Monte Cafe - Stuffed French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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First time trying Del Monte Cafe in SLO and it was delicious! We ordered the 2+2+2 (which is two pancakes, two eggs and two slices of bacon or sausage patties). The pancakes were fluffy and cooked to perfection. The sausage was very flavorful as well! We also got the Fried Egg Sandwich, essentially a BLT with an egg. We love a BLT! It was really good, I think adding avocado or if they added a specialty Mayo / sauce would make it even more exceptional. The fries were super good and for all the Ranch lovers out there this was some of the best ranch dressing I've ever had, hands down!!! The owner was super sweet and took the time to chat with us a bit! The cafe gives off an old school / retro vibe inside and the outdoor is very inviting with the sunshine and foliage! A great stop for breakfast! read more

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Great stop! Hubby and I were craving for some good ol' American breakfast. This place popped up on our search; can't resist a cute non franchise local spot!! And boy were we glad! This place was charmingly quaint with delicious food to boot! We enjoyed our meal that we actually cleaned our plates! lol! We underestimated how hungry we were and we were so glad to have our meal here. Overall, a great stop to replenish and stretch one's legs a bit. read more

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We were looking for a place in the area to have breakfast recently and were striking out because it was the day after Christmas...we saw that Del Monte Cafe was open and went there. We're glad we did! Here is what we noticed: - There is a very small parking lot and we took the last open spot, however, we did notice a lot of street parking nearby later when we left. - It was pretty rainy so they could only use their inside seating area, which is pretty small, but we were lucky as someone was just leaving. Other people who arrived had to wait a bit in the waiting area located in the far side of the building. - Our server took our order pretty quickly, providing answers to my questions. My two daughters opted for the Chorizo Burrito and the Linguica & Eggs, and I went for the Linguica & Cheese Omelette with avocado added. Apparently, this linguica (a Portuguese sausage) is made locally. After we ordered, we decided to try the pancakes and so we flagged our server down to add that to our order, which ended up being no problem...in fact, we actually got those first! - All the dishes were very tasty. I don't usually order omelettes when dining out for breakfast, but I was glad that I had as it was so full of the sausage. And, the potatoes on the side of our dishes were excellent... nice and crispy and very well-seasoned. - Our server was very responsive. It did take a little while for our food to come out, but not problematic...I suspect that the kitchen in this building can only accommodate so much volume and could quickly get overwhelmed if there are a lot of people sitting at outdoor tables too (not an issue for us on this rainy day). Bottom line: We had a great meal at this quaint little restaurant and would go back for sure...I suspect that your experience could be different, though, on a more crowded day and/or based on what you order. read more

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Such a cute cafe. Our group got seated right away. I tried the crab sandwich and was delicious. Friends tried the salads and the half size was still huge. Everything was fresh and delicious. Service was great, prices reasonable, and good portions. read more

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This was one of the worst breakfast experiences we've had. After being seated, no one acknowledged us for 15 minutes--we had to flag someone down just to get water and place our order. When our food finally arrived, both of our meals were wrong. To make matters worse, when correcting my boyfriend's order, the server reached across him and scraped the potatoes from his old plate onto the new one right at our table, even dropping potatoes on him and the floor. The food wasn't worth the wait either. The potatoes were completely unseasoned, and the pancakes were so tough they tasted like cardboard and were difficult to cut with a fork. When it was time to pay, no one checked on us, and we had to go inside because we didn't even know how to pay. The staff was standing around chatting, took our check without acknowledging us, and continued their conversation. I've never left a restaurant without tipping before, but this was the first time I left 0%. Save yourself the time and go somewhere else. read more

Food was great, servers were super kind. Cutest little diner-style café in the area. Service was nowhere near the longest wait I've had but the owner totally comped our meal for the wait. So sweet! read more

Dined in on a Thursday morning around 9am and by 9:30 the restaurant was packed! Upon arriving we were seated right away. The ambiance is farmhouse, old town which gives a nice homestyle vibe. Although, they advertise on the menu Quiche, the day we went they happened to be out. Despite them being out of quiche all of the food we ordered was delicious and will definitely be back to try their homemade quiche! read more

Came here for breakfast with my cousins while visiting SLO. Del Monte Cafe is a cute little breakfast place with old style tables and benches and neat decor. Food was really good and tasty. Totally a place that you can come back again and again. Had a great breakfast read more

Food was decent. Small quant place with outdoor seating. However the service was lacking from the moment we walked in. We had to wait quite awhile for a table to be cleaned off. 2 people plus another 4 walked in and no one greeted them. The 4 ended up leaving. During our breakfast no one checked on us, we had to stop someone anytime we need anything. Total bill was pretty pricey but the lack of service was a real bummer. read more

The Del Monte Cafe is our perennial favorite spot for home cooked American dining. The very name recalls the ubiquitous green cans of Del Monte Fruit Cocktail in the 1940's and 50's.. For a wonderfully nostalgic and delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner, you can not do any better! read more

Nice vintage restaurant. Good food, friendly staff, the restaurant is small so get there early. The prices are great. Good coffee. Good egg scrambles. Good pancakes. It's classic diner food. Nothing to write home about but a solid choice. read more

Great quick friendly service food amazing definitely returning , best lil cafe love the old school vibe read more

Del Monte Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

Food was great all the way around, service was quick & very friendly! We came to grab a bite before getting ready for a wedding & although it was busy we hardly waited for a table, server was prompt & very helpful with recommendations. We all tried something different & nothing disappointed, the chicken fried steak was the best I've had in a long time!! Patio seating was very cute & the weather made it perfect! read more

I tried the stuffed French toast.. I wasn't a fan. There was A LOT of cream which threw off the texture of the French toast. Since texture is a big thing for me, it was hard to eat it joyfully. I went back to try a different item and I got the blueberry pancakes. The pancakes were okay. I was hoping for the blueberries to be mixed into the pancake but it seemed like they just threw on some blueberries. The service was good. There was no wait the times I've been and I liked how vintage the restaurant looked. read more

Always my first stop when Im in town! Quick and friendly service, great prices, friendly patrons, very attentive, and the food tastes great!

Wasn't too crowded on labor day weekend! It was a bit warm inside, but the waitress was very kind and offered extra water with ice. Cozy interior and great patio seating. Service was fantastic. Didn't wait long to be seated and the food came quickly and was fresh. The food tasted great as well. read more

Del Monte Cafe - biscuits and gravy with 2 eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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You step up stairs then thru a door and it reminds me of home. It's a very quaint and cozy place not too much seating and if you sit in the front, you'll have a view of the trains going by. The food was pretty good. The potatoes were crisp and the eggs were fresh as well as the other Ingredients. The sausage patty was delicious and cook perfectly and seasoned well. The weight staff seemed a little rush, but they could've been short staffed that day. Overall a nice place to have breakfast. read more

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We stopped on our way down to Chino Hills after camping a few days in Big Sur at this cute little breakfast place with a homie ambiance. My best half and I enjoyed great Chicken fried steak and Chorizo burrito!! So good!! The homemade salsa was fantastic for putting on my Chorizo burrito. My amazing hubby said the chicken fried steak was one of the best. He knows his Chicken fried steak. read more

1st time. Not impressed- disappointed actually. Food was ok, portions were inconsistent. We got a very small portion of cold fries. People next table, had fresh stacked plate. They forgot my meal. Fountains drinks tasted off. Machine may need a good cleaning. Waitress was nice but her hair was long & down & hair was blowing everywhere. Food was expensive & not worth it. I wouldn't come again. read more

Came to visit Pismo-Slo and this was hands down the best breakfast meal we had in the 3 days we'd been here. Fueled us up before our beach-hike day and didn't take too long to get our food, eat and head out. The drive through the canyon from Pismo was also very peaceful compared to the freeway route. Would've came here every morning if I had found it sooner. read more

Del Monte Cafe - Stuffed French Toast & Chilaquiles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

Took my boyfriend who was visiting here, since it was trending on yelp. We loved everything and portions are super huge for their price, we didn't finish everything. The service was so good and they had such a cute outdoor dining spot. Packed and busy but all the food came out so fast. read more

Del Monte Cafe - Pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

A favorite spot to visit for breakfast in SLO proper. This is more of a hidden gem in town with its further proximity from downtown. This establishment has always boasted a vintage/charming interior + exterior, easy parking, friendly service, and good value for the plates of food that they serve. Our personal favorite is to sit at the retro diner barstools and order a split plate of the 2+2+2 breakfast plate with a cup of coffee. Will always have a soft spot for this restaurant and the people behind it ever since our first visit during our days at Cal Poly SLO around a decade ago. Happy to still see this restaurant thriving! read more

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I went to Del Monte Cafe this morning for breakfast. It was wonderful! Great food and such a lovely, old school atmosphere. Del Monte is cute. It takes me back to the 1930's. Or WW2. And it is right across from the Amtrak station. If you sit in a booth and look out through the gingham curtains, you are transported to another era. The food was delicious and as ordered. We all enjoyed our meals. Service was attentive and just the right speed. I will definitely return for another meal. read more

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Everyone is so kind to me there. They really appreciate me coming in. You treat them with kindness and you will get kindness in return the waitresses so kind and sweet to me. Thank you so much for the good service professionalism. Your customer Gary. read more

Me and my Hubby's favorite place for breakfast. We love it for the quaint and classic atmosphere but also the yummy and fresh food. He has tummy troubles often when we eat out but at the DelMonte his tummy never rumbles. The service is always fantastic. Love going here on Saturday mornings and getting our favorite booth :) read more

Del Monte Cafe - the DelMonte Cafe (side view) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

Classic and authentic diner from a family owned and operated restaurant that opened in 1981. They serve breakfast lunch and dinner with reasonable prices and friendly service. Nice and clean. Parking can be a little tricky since it's in a residential neighborhood. read more

Del Monte Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

FOOD: It was okay. Nothing too grand but the sweet potato pork hash was pretty good. Decent home cooked type meals. SERVICE: Wasn't busy during our visit so it was quick. Our server seemed in a rush or cranky though unless it's just a rbf lol but it kinda put us off. Other than that though the food came out quick and in great presentation. AMBIANCE: Cute small breakfast spot. Old house turned resto. Cute little booths. Quiet and snug. Not much booths inside but quite a few tables for outdoor seatings. Not my go to spot but not a bad spot. I would go back just to try other things but nothing too special. But i would definitely recommend the pork hash theres a reason why it's quite popular on the menu! read more

Del Monte Cafe - Southwestern Scramble - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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Went last Sunday for breakfast- nice and warm day so ate outside. Cute little busy place- waitress was not super friendly, didn't smile- perhaps just too busy. I ordered the pancakes, eggs and bacon. Best thing was the crispy bacon. $16 item which wasn't anything special. My daughter had the linguica- she liked the dish. I don't know. I don't think I I will return. Pretty pricey for an ok meal. read more