Birria nachos ... the aftermath sorry all, the nachos were that good! The wife and I killed it before it even registered to snap a photo. Did I mention they have bottomless mimosas for a 90 minute limit? Which I honestly think is worth it. Adri, our server also took great care of us. For anyone who is walking distance, suggest checking this place out with your spouse! read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Birria Nachos Appetizer - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

What a wonderful find. My husband heard the chilaquiles were good so we sought out this restaurant. So happy we did. The restaurant is spacious and has a cute patio. Our server was such a delight. I wish I got her name but I loved her red lipstick! The food was fantastic. I had the Denver omelette. Filled with veggies, ham and cheese, I had to take half home. My husband ended up with the chilaquiles and loved them. Coffee was delicious and so was the cafe de olla!!! A must try if you're going for the first time. We can't wait to come back. read more

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Terrible Mother's Day experience. I brought my mother and pregnant wife here expecting a nice meal, but instead we spent hours waiting outside in the wind and drizzle. We were told 30 minutes for a table, waited 20 minutes just for drinks, then over an hour after ordering. When we finally asked for an update, we were told there were still 7 tickets ahead of us and it would be another 30 minutes. Completely unacceptable communication and terrible service. If the restaurant can't handle holiday crowds, they shouldn't keep seating people. read more

I came back this year on our yearly Southern California trip and it was just as good, if not better, than I remembered. Ramon served us and he was the sweetest! read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Breakfast Burrito, Mazapan pancakes, Downtown Omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

I came here for a quick eat whilst visiting Oxnard on a Sunday morning. There didn't see to be any other options open and this spot seemed inviting. Service was quick and attentive. I ordered the appetizer sampler. At just under $24 I expected more, comparing it to other spots I've recently eaten at which were around $20 or under. It was just ok....Just to clarify, this is the only food I ordered. It was disappointing in presentation and taste. The chicken tenders were frozen ones of varied sizes, ranging from medium to small sizes. They were very salty, as was the cheese sticks. The Onion Rings were ok. A different sauce to accompany those would be good. The Chicken Quesadilla was good, although quite small bite sizes. For the price, it seemed very underwhelming. There was one dip for everything. I would possibly come back to try other dishes if in the area. The good service definitely helped an average experience. read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Missing a couple of cheese sticks, but that's pretty much it for $24... - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

We stopped in on our way through for a quick bite and boy were we impressed. It's a cute cafe with super friendly and welcoming staff. Luckily we were able to be seated pretty quickly (partly because it was a sprinkly day and partly because the church crowd had not arrived just yet) but there was a wait right after we were seated. Surprisingly in the blink of an eye our dishes arrived at our table. I couldn't believe how fast the service was. My dining companion inhaled his food (I guess someone was starving or something) and he said the machaca was REALLY good. He is usually a chilequillas guy but I guess it was a machaca kind of day. He actually said he wanted to go back next time we are in the area to try other things (including the chilequillas). I got the waffle. It was a little pricy for just a waffle (I didn't get the deluxe waffle with the churros) but the waffle was light and fluffy. It was nice and crispy and it was a big enough waffle that I shared with my dining companion. My partner also got coffee. The service was so good that his cup was never dry. At first the waitress kept coming by to fill his cup before she brought him an insulated carafe full of hot coffee to keep him happy. She also left more than enough creamer. Overall, we loved this place. The atmosphere was great, food was delicious and the service was top notch. I highly recommend this place if you are ever in the area. read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Waffle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

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Came by after church for breakfast no wait which was awesome . Our whole table got chilaquiles. I got the divorced chilaquiles. They were actually really delicious . I enjoyed the green salsa more than the red . Also the orange juice is freshly squeezed . Amazing . Price is just a bit expensive . read more

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Breakfast was unique and excellent. The service was outstanding, our server Yazzie was so personable and attentive. A lovely part of downtown Oxnard. We sat outside with a nice breeze and nice temperature, even in the heat of a So Cal heat wave? read more

This place has a very nice selection of Mexican breakfast, the place is nicely decorated it feels very fresh the food is plated beautifully. I just wish the food was a bit better, the salsas dont have spice and are very sour, the beans honestly were not it at all either old or from a can. The oj and horchata are overly sweet.. the service was great and our server was amazing. Over all the experience was okay. And something I do find a little silly is they charge a party fee even if majority of the party are young children. In all honesty I dont think this is a place for me. But maybe for you? read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Mom's birthday brunch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

Fast and Very Friendly Service. Everyone was nice and welcoming, let me pick where i wanted to sit for just a party of one. Music was comfortable and held a great vibe, not too loud or too quiet. Food was brought out hot and quickly, and presentation was beautiful. (The Latte as well!) Will definitely come back next time im in Oxnard again :) read more

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Our busser Alex and server Adri were wonderful this morning. Our meal was super yummy and their homemade cinnamon roll was far better than I expected. Highly recommend. As we were eating our food, we were watching other dishes being brought out to guests and the presentation was amazing for each dish. Super impressed and I will definitely be coming back again to try more things from their menu. read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

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Food was okay, service was the worse I have ever experienced we were sat and waited too long for someone to get our drinks after the drinks were delivered we didn't see anyone for our order for about 30 minutes, we ate and waited too long for our check, I had to chase our waiter to get silverware and then didn't see him again. Safe to say never going back read more

My daughter was excited to visit this spot after a long day of shopping at the outlets. They have a nice little spot tucked right in downtown Oxnard. They have a great menu with a huge variety of different breakfast options, sandwiches, Mexican food entrees, all kinds of dishes. I wasn't really hungry (with that being said, don't judge the amount of food I got ) I ordered the birria de jugo and I'm so glad I did. Amazing! I loved everything about it! Slightly spicy broth with incredible flavor and big nice chunks of tender meat, so good I also ordered a short stack of the mazapan pancakes. Super good, cooked perfectly. Great service, excellent food. I'll definitely stop by next time I'm passing through, or even making a special trip to visit, this spot is definitely worth it! Remember to show up early as they close early. read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Mazapan pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

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We decided to come check out downtown and stop for some brunch. We enjoyed the outside seating. The waitress was very patient and kind and helped us choose are amazing meals. I got the Nutella crepes that my son ended up eating most of and he got the flight of pancakes with three different toppings (Oreo , Nutella and chocolate) they were all a 10/10. read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

The food was very tasteful. Good portions. But the service! OMG! No personality. It was like pulling teeth. I'm sorry but I will not be coming back. And I came from West Hills. There was no ambiance unfortunately but it is Thursday. The meals do not come with toast or tortillas for the price! read more

It was my first time here and I had a great experience. The ambiance is great along with the music playing in the background. Our server was attentive. We went for breakfast during the week and so it wasn't busy. We ordered the 2x2 breakfast, which included 2 pancakes, eggs, bacon and the house potatoes. We also ordered the special of the day, which was chorizo with their rosemary potatoes, beans, tortillas and guacamole. The food was delicious and the portions were good, not too much and not too little. read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Chorizo, potatoes, beans, guacamole, tortillas, eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

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We popped in here because Tacos El Diablo stopped carrying their incredible churro donuts, and we really really wanted churros. Yelp led us to downtown cafe and we were really looking forward to dessert. Service was prompt and attentive, and the restaurant was clean (albeit empty). And we soon realized why it was empty. I've had better churros from the Costco food court. And the funnel cake was really bad - soggy, tasteless, disappointing. Would not recommend. Would not return. read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Churros w/Tres Leches - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

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Went this past Sunday around 10:00 am. They were busy but sat us right away as there was a table available. I was excited to go as I had eaten there once before. Bringing two new people from out of town. I hate to say it but I was very disappointed. Our order came out wrong for two out of the four of us. The plates looked bare as there wasn't much food on them. The quality was not worth 3 of plates at the price we paid. Bill came to around $120 definitely not worth it. Felt bad as I really wanted our guest to enjoy themselves. The experience this time was definitely not up to par. Not real sure if I'll go again it's unfortunate because they're close by and I love supporting our local businesses. read more

My wife and I were craving breakfast and had always been curious about Downtown Café in downtown Oxnard. Finally, on a weekday, we decided to give it a try. The place is nice, with plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. The menu is extensive, offering a wide range of options for both breakfast and lunch. We already knew what we wanted to try. I love pancakes and country fried steak, so that's what I ordered. My wife, who loves waffles and crepes, decided to get the Downtown Waffle as it caught her eye. I got the country fried steak with a side of fries and a side of chocolate chip pancakes. My wife loved her dish. She said it was delicious and generously sized, especially enjoying the churros on top of the waffle. As for me, the pancakes were perfect--big, fluffy, sweet, and delicious, just the way I like them. The country fried steak, however, was just okay. I thought it was a bit small, and the coating was too thick, leaving not enough meat. Still, the gravy was quite good. Overall, Downtown Café is a nice option for breakfast or brunch in Oxnard and worth a try for anyone who loves pancakes, waffles, or any sweet breakfast dishes. I'm looking forward to coming back and trying one of their burgers someday. read more

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Service was nothing amazing, servers seem distracted and could be more service oriented. Food is advertised to look amazing online but its not amazing in person. My mother and i ordered chilaquiles we both weren't able to finish them. Double check your receipts and look back on the prices listed on the menu. If i hadn't looked at the receipt i almost would have been charged $8 more. read more

The cafe de olla was 9.5/10! Only reason I didn't give it a 10 because it was a tad bit too sweet for my liking, but I do usually drink my coffee black so it will probably be perfect for any other person. The rosemary house potatoes were amazing! The concha that came with my coffee, amazing! The meat lovers skillet and chorizo tacos were also delicious! Definitely recommend. Next time I am definitely trying their chavelas because they looked like that would be 10/10! read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

It is so hot in this establishment! It's very uncomfortable, and so hard to be able to eat while feeling this hot. There's also flies inside. Which gets really annoying while you're trying to eat and swatting at flies while also trying to fan yourself. The food is ok. The bacon is very thin, and the pancakes are not very fluffy. Aside from that, I enjoyed the eggs and love the heavily seasoned potatoes. The guava and cheese pastry was also pretty good. Not too sweet or heavy. The staff is always very friendly, but I can tell they're hot as well. It cannot be fun to work in that environment. I probably won't return until it's colder outside, if I do. read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Guava and Cheese pastry - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

I came with no expectations yet I heard the tamales were good, I order a plate of two tamales one of pork and the other try-tip with rice and beans, it was delicious! An explosion of flavors. Tasted very authentic, like the tamales your grandma makes. read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Two tamales with rice and beans - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

Food is always great. My husband and I are very picky eaters and our usual waitress Denise is always so accommodating. It's nice going in the mornings to enjoy a nice glass of fresh orange juice. Always a great experience. read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

Been to Downtown Cafe a couple of times now and it's always been really good. I like the waffles! food came pretty quick, was hot, tasted great. Service was quick and attentive. Coffee was kept full. read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Downtown Combo - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

Cute, family owned cafe found in The Plaza shopping area in downtown Oxnard. Plentiful parking. Can dine in or out on patio. We opted to dine inside as it was a colder morning. Service is quick, attentive, and friendly. It was our first time trying out this place. Menu has a nice selection on their menu and sunrise menu as well (smaller portions) which was convenient! read more

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A friendly place that needs to up its game in terms of food and service. Food: good but not great. The pancakes were just OK, when they cooled slightly, they were chewy and sticky. Service: nice people but lacking that stellar service that anticipates customer needs. Restaurant: the place was hot, muggy, and felt uncomfortable. All doors remained open and when I asked about air conditioning, they gave me a response that literally did not make any sense. Let's just say this place is not good during hot weather so avoid in the summer and on hot days because you will not be comfortable. Overall, I wanted to love this location, I previously the owner and he is the nicest person and most welcoming host. However, he needs to make sure to improve quality of breakfast, service , and his air conditioning to become a great breakfast place. read more

We tried this place for breakfast and it is a very reliable restaurant that serves uneventful good food. We were amazed that they list Argentinean Empanadas and Cuban Guava Pastelitos in the menu, a very unique offering in Ventura County. None were available and I guess you need to arrive early to savor them. Great service, lovely outdoor patio with uncomfortable chairs, and my friends raved about their breakfast rosemary potatoes. My hash browns were perfectly crispy as I ordered them. read more

Stopped in for breakfast this week and had a great experience! Great menu with plenty of choices. Make sure to try their pancakes or Swedish pancakes, so delicious!! Plenty of indoor seating, for small or large groups. Staff is very polite with quick service! Make this your next breakfast or lunch spot and keep on supporting our local businesses!! read more

Amazing service: the waiters know English and Spanish! The food was delicious, I ordered the chilaquiles verdes with pork chorizo, chefs kiss. Only thing was that the salsa was a bit too acidic for my liking. Besides that, it was amazing. I also ordered the Mexican Pancakes... only complaint was that I didn't order more! So yummy, crispy edges, sweet but not overbearing flavor. The inside of the restaurant is beautiful, the atmosphere is helpful, kind, and overall just great. I would 100% recommend this place. read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Mexican Pancakes (4) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

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It was my first time going today, the service was good, and they were quick to sit us down; however, the food was okay, nothing special I would rave about. I ordered the green meat omelet, and I would give it 3/5. The egg was made with butter, and I can take the butter a lot with the green chile, not a good combo. I ate it, but I was disgusted all day. The pancakes were okay, nothing special, and my friend had the pozole. The serving seemed really small compared to other restaurants. As for the ambiance it was okay, but being in downtown Oxnard there's homeless and we sat outside and there was a homeless man talking to us over then fence asking for water and talking to himself. The staff never actually went outside to tell him to leave. Overall, it's a whatever place. read more

Everything was great loved the service on a 6 top table everything came in a timely manner! Tasted great would come back. read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

I felt like family! What a great place! Service, food, and warm vibes...I had Anna's own hot sauce... muy caliente! read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Build Your Own Omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

First timer and the food was actually pretty good Went for a late lunch not knowing that they closed at 3p however I appreciate that they still allowed us in close to 240p and didn't rush us to finish our meals and get out. There was one female that was hovering but the others balanced it out with their patience and willingness to continue to check on us politely. It's a small-ish area but can be accommodated to fit large groups - they also have outdoor seating. The location is nice, located in downtown Oxnard so if you want to walk off your food - you'll have plenty to see. read more

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This place has a comfortable atmosphere with outdoor dining. Service was good. We had brunch and enjoyed the food. read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Swedish style crepes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

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Great food and cheap beer, and service is great. Also the restaurant is open after 5pm for dint read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Flautas - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

Food isn't good at all, barely edible, couldn't even down my basic french toast and potatoes. My group said the same things about the chorrizo con wuevo & chilaquiles. Service is pretty bland, nothing to bring me back for . Overall wouldn't come again. read more

Downtown Cafe by JL - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oxnard, California

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Overall I had a great experience dining at downtown cafe, from the staff to the food everything was great. I had the chilaquiles rojos, mazapán pancakes and their seasonal apple French toast. The chilaquiles were one of the best in the city in my opinion! The pancakes were a good portion for two to share and they weren't overly sweet which I enjoyed I will note they were a little tough to cut through. The French toast were one of my favorites as well, very light and fluffy effortlessly pulled apart and the flavor was amazing! It reminded me of a cobbler. I also had a pumpkin spice iced latte it was ok I'll try a different flair next time, read more

Portions and presentation failed to live up the lofty $20+ price point. Food looked cheap. Chicken ranch avocado sandwich was $21.98 and a massive flop. The sandwich was missing like 50% of the toppings. Didn't bother asking for a remake due to how sad my plate already looked. It wasn't worth the extra effort. Go to Subway next door and get a footlong with all the toppings you want for $7.99 on the mobile app. read more

Food was excellent just felt a little rushed so maybe that could be adjusted I know you're busy so I can see why