I came here this past Sunday around 11 AM and was really impressed! They have both an indoor dining…read morearea and a covered outdoor patio. They're also dog friendly, which is awesome so we opted to sit outside with the pups. Just a heads-up: It gets extremely hot on the patio. They don't have a large fan or cooling system, but they do have window shades that can be pulled down to help block some of the sun and heat. The service was excellent. Our waitress was attentive, checked on us regularly, and kept us updated on when our food would be coming out. She was friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. I ordered the: Country Fried Steak: this was by far the best country fried steak I've had in San Diego! It was absolutely huge. I ended up taking half of it home for leftovers. It was also loaded with gravy, which I loved. I got the mashed potatoes and gravy and broccoli as my sides, and everything was delicious. They have a very extensive menu, and there are so many other things I want to come back and try. I honestly can't believe I've lived in San Diego for almost 10 years and am just now discovering this spot! Between the portions, prices, service, and quality of the food, this is definitely one of the best breakfast spots in San Diego. And the prices are awesome for what you get. I'll absolutely be back!

While running errands early Saturday morning, we were looking for a breakfast joint. Suddenly, I…read moreremembered an old haunt the studio diner. memories, of the good old days were brought back of working at the old TV Studios in a long forgotten era of TV and filmmaking in San Diego. Walking back into the diner was a thrill, clean, polished as if it was ready for a segment of a show to be filmed. The staff courteous dressed well and the chatter of people enjoying a meal. I highly recommend you take time to visit this place. they have specials throughout the week. It is a shame that the leadership of our fine city allowed this industry to die. They screwed up.

Come for the Matzo, Stay for the Eye Candy (and the Sweet Chef!)…read more So, I took my grandma out for dinner because she had a massive craving for matzo ball soup. We ordered, but a few minutes later, our waiter came out looking like he had to deliver bad news. He apologized and said the chef refused to serve the current batch because it "wasn't up to his standards." Before we could even process being denied our soup, the chef himself walked out to our table. First of all? The man is dangerously handsome. Second of all? He was incredibly sweet. He politely offered us tomato soup instead, but then saw the heartbreak in my grandma's eyes. He told us, "Look, if you really want the matzo ball soup and can give me 15 minutes, I will go to the back and whip up a brand new, fresh batch just for your grandma." Naturally, we waited. Since he knew we were sharing, this absolute legend threw an extra matzo ball into the bowl so we could each have two. Talk about elite customer service! It really made us realize how much the people here care about the quality of their food. They won't serve you subpar dishes just to flip a table. My grandma was on cloud nine. She officially declared it the absolute best matzo ball soup she has ever had in her life (sorry, family recipe, you've been replaced by a handsome chef).

Lafayette Beginners Diner…read more Spontaneously, decided to visit Lafayette Hotel yesterday. Walked straight towards Beginners Diner outdoor patio which overlooks the pool, it was crowded. Despite the crowds, there were a few seats available to sit and dine. Usually one must check in with the manager inside the diner, but this time the manager happened to be a few steps away and she said I could sit anywhere I wanted...YAY! I had my pup Fendi in tow and we sat down for a while to enjoy the usual cool music and be voyeurs. As with most diners, it would be better if all the selections on the menu is available to order 24/7. Many items are only available to order during particular times. It was a sunny hot San Diego day, which called for an icy mocktail, a Greek salad and small french fries. The yogurt dill sauce enhanced the taste of both the salad and fries... so good. Service from the manager and servers were cordial, attentive and friendly. A bowl of water was offered for my baby and I always appreciate that extra effort. Because of a much improved overall experience and positive vibes, it merits this review and recommend.

Anyone that doesn't rate this place 5 stars should stop doing reviews…read more Stumbled on it by accident. The French Dio might be the best ever. It's a French Onion soup in sandwich form with amazingly perfectly soft bread. Bananas Foster French toast was stupendous. I had the eggs Benedict and the ham was real and grilled. Food here is made with so much love. Staff phenomenal and attentive. Such a quaint cute place! MUST GO!!!

This 4 star rating is saying a lot since they forgot all about our order and we were genuinely…read moresitting waiting around for 45 minutes before we realized we were not going to get our order. Our server was sweet about it though, told us she forgot, and said the kitchen will get on that. I was worried how the food would turn out with the rush but everything turned out to be very pleasant. Short rib benny 10/10. The short rib is delicious + Chilaquiles are good and plentiful

After being totally shocked at the line outside Phil's BBQ, my wife and I decided to look for…read moreanother option that didn't resemble the line for one of the Star Wars attractions at Disneyland. Rudford's became option #2. Open 24/7 and a wide selection of food choices, it seemed like our best option. Chicken fried steak sounded like a good choice. My wife chose the Reuben's sandwich with crinkle cut fries. My wife wasn't too impressed with her sandwich but my chicken fried steak was tender and the gravy was flavorful with a touch of pepper. I added a slice of blueberry pie to take back to the hotel. Our server was very pleasant and did a great job of checking on us to make sure everything was good. I was very satisfied with my dining experience and was happy to find a place open 24/7 the next time I'm in San Diego if I need to find a place to eat after normal dining hours. The parking lot is on the small side so it might be difficult to find a spot during peak hours. Definitely a place to keep in mind if you're looking for decent coffee shop fare.

Today was my 1st time trying this restaurant out. The food was okay. Nothing to write home about…read more The waitress wasn't friendly at all. Actually it was 2 of the waitress that wasn't pleasant. I'm not sure if they don't like African American people or what their issue was. It's like she didn't want to take our order. And I order 3 extra items to take home for my family and I was rushed the entire time while ordering. I received 2 dirty cups on the outside. I asked for a straw because I didn't want to complain. The 2nd waitress seemed like she wasn't happy to get the straw. And I also asked for plastic utensils. But again a attitude. My party was of 3 & once we got the food, nobody checked on us, until the bill came. I received the chicken and waffles with bacon crumbles on top with blueberries on top. Well the blueberries came on the side and the waffle was soggy. The chicken was 6 out of 10. My dad had the burger and fries and he said it was good. His wife got pancakes, eggs and bacon. She said it was ok. To go I purchased Lemon Pepper Wings and they was Wiggly Giggly lol.. No Sir & No Ma'am. Trash thoes went to. I also got a Reuben sandwich and the meat was TUFF. I never had tuff Cornbeef. I got a cheese burger for my son whome never eaten from here before. And he gave the burger 3 out of 5. Would I try this restaurant again??? I believe in 2nd chances, so I would try ordering something else and hopefully the service of the waitress and waiters are better the next time. And hopefully I find something that's full of flavor and made properly. I can say the restaurant did smell good walking in. However the walls in the booths could use a good cleaning because they we're dirty . It kinda made me think of what the kitchen looked like. Especially with the dirty cups. Hopefully the Owner sees this and can respond to every issue and explain to me & everyone else that's reading this review, why I experienced these issues. Good luck Ya'll and happy eating

The inside is cutely decorated and cozy. The food is amazing! We've been here multiple times and…read morehad the burger Parisienne, croque madame, croquettes, shaved ham, and steak tartare. The burger Parisienne is my favorite burger in San Diego. I love the shoe string fries that come with it. It's rich and very unique. I will come back just for this dish every time I'm in San Diego. For appetizers I would recommend the shaved ham with the baguette. It was surprisingly good for such a simple dish. The ham was so soft and a perfect level of salty. The flavors of the mustard, cheese, and breadcrumbs were perfect additions. The croquettes were also delicious. There was no sauce left on the plate! The first time we came the server was kind enough to give me a post card from the restaurant to use for my significant others birthday card. He loved the fish baguette surfboard art. The second time we came a year later, our server was the sister of the first server! Both were incredibly kind and helpful. The rooftop was also very beautiful with stunning views!

I visited on a Thursday for their happy hour (3-6 PM on weekdays), and it did not disappoint. They…read moreoffer a fantastic happy hour deal, including burgers for just $10, which is a great value. The space itself is larger than expected with plenty of seating. I chose to sit at the bar, and Ashley, the bartender, was absolutely phenomenal. She was friendly, gave great recommendations, and fun to chat with. I ordered: * Burger Parisienne: this was a massive burger. I ended up taking about a quarter of it home. It was cooked perfectly, but what really made it unique was the Bordelaise sauce poured over the top. * Pommes Frites: some of the best fries I've had - thin cut and extremely crispy. * French Onion Soup: I was told the menu was recently updated and it no longer comes with the pastry top. However, it was still very enjoyable. One thing to note is that although it says on Yelp that dogs are allowed, it's actually service dogs only. Overall, the service was excellent, the food came out quickly (under ten minutes after ordering), and the happy hour is a great deal.

Came here on a weekday evening with friends. We ordered the: Mushroom burger, bacon burger, regular…read moreburger, frings, and a strawberry milkshake. I really enjoyed my mushroom burger. Juicy and large portion. Although I didn't taste the other burgers, I also received high praise from my friends regarding these items. For the frings, I thought the fries were average, but I really enjoyed the onion rings. They were fresh and had the perfect crunch. My friends got the milkshake and thought it was standard. Even though I thought the food was solid, I was truly impressed by the service. The person behind the counter was so busy but he took the time to explain the menu to me and was extremely friendly. He also didn't try to rush us or kick us out after the diner closed (we ordered pretty close to closing time). I noticed that he even took orders from people who came slightly after closing too. Other great things: easy parking and awesome looking decor. Come if you want to experience a meal in a diner setting. Overall, the food was pretty good but the outstanding service is why I'm giving this five stars. Please check it out!

I came here on a Saturday evening for dinner after seeing the amazing Yelp reviews. It's a very…read moreunassuming restaurant on the corner of a little shopping center. Inside there aren't too many seats but it has a cool American diner feel. They have thrifty's ice cream up in the front and some counter seats. They had the TVs on playing the World Cup game when we got there. The service was prompt and good. One guy walked around the restaurant smiling and greeting everyone. They gave us extra sauces and cups of water when we requested. For food, my husband and I ordered a mushroom burger, the slap-up burger which was a double patty cheeseburger, chili cheese fries, and onion rings. My favorite thing was the slap-up burger. The patty's were thick and meaty and I loved that the cheese didn't overpower the beef taste. The mushroom burger was also very meaty, but felt a little more dry to me. It came with mushrooms and bacon, tomatoes, lettuce, and pickles. I added some of their homemade ranch which helped a lot with the dryness. The chili cheese fries were okay for me. The fries were a little more on the starchy side and not too crispy. I liked the chili cheese but wish the chili was a little more hearty. The onion rings were delicious. They were crunchy and had a little extra seasoning sprinkled on. The onions were perfectly tender inside and tasted delicious dipped in their homemade ranch. I was very satisfied with this meal and happy to have checked out this place.

Delightful start to the day!…read more Was down from Los Angeles to enjoy a beautiful day in San Diego. Had an early start and wanted chilaquiles. You get to choose red or green salsa. I got red and it was fabulous. Eggs over medium were perfection. Outdoor seating is great cute neighborhood. Staff was excellent

What a fun experience!! The servers are so friendly! Sat at the bar and we were able to watch the "…read moreshow" The pancakes are Ginormous!! They work together back there in symphony!! My eggs done to perfection !! Crispy bacon!! I will go back for a burrito next!! I watched them make them!! They looked delicious!!

This is hands down some of the best diner food I've ever had! We had seen this unassuming place…read morefrom the front & it looks so cute and we wanted to come here anyway. Then I had a friend say that he actually met Bing Crosby here way back in the day so we were like "Okay, we gotta go now!" First of all the place is WAY bigger inside than it looks from the front and the decor is very comfortable and filled with tons of nostalgic pictures and photos of years gone by. A nostalgic, elegant vibe for a diner and you feel very comfortable inside. And the food is fantastic! (They also have wifi) I got the Corned Beef Hash & Eggs ($20.95) which has been a favorite since 1960! It is awesome corned beef served with 2 eggs, hash browns and your choice of toast or buttermilk pancakes. And those pancakes are some of the best tasting pancakes I've had - so delicious! ...and the corned beef, eggs over easy and hash browns were perfectly cooked and seasoned and it was an amazing breakfast! My sweetheart got Harry's famous Tuna Melt ($17.95) which is tuna salad with tomato, melted cheddar cheese served on grilled sourdough (add avocado for $2) and your choice of fries or fruit. She is a huge fan of tuna melts and she absolutely loved this one! It's good to see that Harry's is still doing it right - We will definitely be back.

I arrived with my service dog and was immediately told no dogs. I explained it was a service dog…read more Gentleman left and convened a meeting of employees. Eventually someone new came to address me and said no dogs in restaurant. I again stated she is a service animal and pointed out her vest. I probably should file an ADA complaint. Eventually I was seated. I ordered coffee & V8 juice to start. My coffee came almost immediately but I waited and waited for the V8 juice. I asked about it several times and was told they were working on it. After waiting for 15-20 minutes my waitress advised me that "he" ran out of V8 and was going to "the back" to get more. I went ahead and ordered my breakfast, Chilaquiles. The menu description says, "Corn tortilla chips" so I was expecting crisp, fried tortilla chips. Turns out it several corn tortillas cut in triangles. They are not heated, grilled or fried. My Sunny Side eggs were Sunny side up HARD. The breakfast lacked flavor. The tomatillo sauce had no flavor or spice. It's served on a bed of their famous hash brown - almost raw shredded hash browns. I left most of the breakfast on the plate. I did enjoy the coffee and V8 juice. There were a lot of employees but it was hard to get anyone's attention. Service was poor. Nice restaurant inside with some great local memorabilia on the walls. My bill was $34 and change. Yes Harry's has been around a very long time. In fact, I was a little kid when I first ate there. Sorry to say this but I suggest you pass on Harry's. San Diego has much better breakfast spots.