Same great food and service that they had when they were Southern Kitchen down the street, but now they have a great wide open floor plan, and a large counter area. The inside is a really nice, comfortable ambiance. My coffee was filled right away when I walked in, and stayed filled my whole time there. Great attentive service. My server gave me time to look at the menu and then magically appeared exactly when I was ready to order. Again, great service! They have a great menu, with lots of delicious dishes to choose from, and lots of Mexican breakfast items too. It all looked so good. I ordered Chicken Fried Steak. I knew it would be good, because it was always good at Southern Kitchen. The hash browns were crispy, just the way I like them, and the orange juice tasted fresh squeezed, but I don't think it it. All in all, I highly recommend Garcia's Country Kitchen for breakfast. read more

Garcia's Country Kitchen advertises - "Fresh Ingredients, Big Portions, Real Flavor. That's How We Do Comfort Food." and they absolutely deliver. My wife and I stopped in for our first visit around 10am on a Sunday. It was busy with a steady stream of customers coming and going, but we were seated quickly. After eating here, it's easy to understand why this place is so popular. I ordered the Chile Colorado Omelette with Country Potatoes, and I took advantage of their awesome substitution option by swapping the toast for French Toast at no extra charge. The omelette was packed with flavor and was incredibly cheesy. My wife ordered the Southern Style Breakfast with scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, ham, biscuits & gravy, and fresh fruit. My favorite bite of the entire meal was actually the Biscuits & Gravy, they were absolutely delicious. The portions here are no joke. Neither of us came close to finishing our meals, so we're looking forward to some great leftovers. While most entrées are around $20, it's easy to justify the price when you're basically getting two meals out of one. We both ordered coffee, and just like many other reviewers have mentioned, the refills kept coming. We each had four refills. Our waitress, Breanna, was friendly, attentive, and top-notch. If you're looking for a local spot that serves excellent comfort food with generous portions and outstanding service, Garcia's Country Kitchen is definitely worth checking out. We came for breakfast, but after this experience, we'll definitely be back to try the lunch menu. read more

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I love coming here for (the grandmas) homestyle cooking! The price and portions align! Service is always nice and attentive. Nostalgic feeling. Delivered! Appreciated the low lighting especially in the am read more

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Same location as El Rancho Steak House (back in the days) for those who know, plenty of parking & you cannot miss the huge billboard sign, they have because it's definitely visible from the street. Plenty of seating inside the restaurant for small to large parties. Workers are friendly from the time you walk in, get seated, taking your order & waiting for the food to arrive. Staff stays on it with the refills too & asking if you're OK or do you need anything? Food is at a decent price & your portions are pretty big, so unless you have a Huge Appetite, you for sure will be going home w/leftovers. This is a family owned establishment & the dishes they prepare show the love, so if your in the area or you've never been, Stop By & enjoy some good o'l home cooked meal that won't disappoint. read more

Garcias Country Kitchen - Remodel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Big selection of menu options. Lots of people so kinda loud. The wait staff was really nice and attentive. The food portions were huge, we had to get half to go. The chilaquiles were okay. read more

Garcias Country Kitchen - Chilaquiles with green sauce refried beans and country potatoes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

The place was pretty packed but we were seated immediately and there was plenty of staff working. It's a pretty big open space. Everyone we encountered was friendly. They have a pretty big menu with lots of options to choose from. The food was really good. I do think my pancakes could have been cooked a little longer but it's ok. Prices seem fair for the amount of food we got. Overall it was a very good breakfast read more

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I ordered the meat lovers omelette, which the menu listed as coming with cheddar cheese, but it was served with sliced American cheese instead. The hash browns were quite burnt, and the pancakes had a rubbery texture. On a positive note, the service was friendly and attentive. The seating is all tables (no booths), which made the space feel a bit less cozy, but that's more of a personal preference. Unfortunately, based on the food quality, I wouldn't return. read more

Garcias Country Kitchen - Meat lovers omelette - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Food 5/5 Service 5/5 Ambiance 5/5 Finally tried this new upgrade location, it was initially the old Southern Kitchen down the road on Monterey Rd. I like this more modern design to the restaurant and looks very clean. Always love their huge menu options on a Sunday morning, no reservations needed. This place still makes the best breakfast in town. Must try the menudos. My usual was the steak eggs combo with Swedish pancakes, but I'm been on a healthier diet lately, so a salad tuna will do. Wish they have healthier options such as grilled fish over a salad etc...My partner ordered the country chicken steak combo, he loved it. read more

Garcias Country Kitchen - Menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

We rolled in for brunch around 2pm on a Saturday -- you know, that magical hour where it's still breakfast but also kind of lunch. The young staff greeted us and were super attentive and polite -- 10/10 for service! I ordered the chili verde omelette and let me tell you... the portion size said "You're hungry," My husband went with the pastrami sandwich and fries -- classic, simple... maybe too simple. read more

Garcias Country Kitchen - Chili verde omelette, fried potatoes with biscuits & gravy - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

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My wife spotted this place on Monterey Rd and suggested we check it out, so we drove around until we found it. It was a random weekday and a little later in the day, so it wasn't very busy. We ordered a couple of our breakfast staples, country fried chicken and pancakes. The food was decent overall, nothing mind blowing, but enjoyable. What really stood out was the service, genuinely great. We learned they're owned by the same folks as Southern Kitchen on Monterey, and apparently they couldn't keep the original name for some reason. It's not the best breakfast in town, but it's a long standing San Jose spot, and for that alone, it's worth coming back to support. read more

first the service was non existent, I had to ask for a waiter, had to ask for water refill, I had to tell the waiter we were ready to order and mind you there were maybe 5 tables occupied at the time. food took longer than normal, we ordered the basic stuff eggs, bacon, & hashbrowns. then to top it off food was bland, I normally don't add salt to my food, but I had to this time. I had high hopes for this spot as there are not many good breakfast spots around now a days. read more

The food was great. The service was good , and the staff was friendly they asked if we needed anything the entire time we were there and service was fast. read more

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The atmosphere is warming down home fast service great plate sizes couldn't ask for more

Great food. Large portions. Excellent customer service. If you're on this side of town, give them a try.

Jesus was the best server he even gave us complimentary clam chowder what a man! The restraint was clean and noise free and we loved the food. Will definitely be coming back and recommending the spot. Thank you read more

Garcias Country Kitchen - Handsome Syrian Demigod - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

I ordered the menudo for the 1st time, that js available only during the weekend, and it tasted amazing! The customer service experience was awesome, very attentive, and friendly. The crowd was very friendly and welcoming as well. Will definitely be a regular customer read more

Garcias Country Kitchen - Menudo rojo - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

First time trying the place. Customers and servers were super sweet! Everyone have to swing by try this dishes. They have endless items. We saw a lot of folks ordering menudos and had to try it ourselves. It was delicious. Very flavorful and the trip was so tender. The breakfast classic was good too! read more

Garcias Country Kitchen - Breakfast classic. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

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This is basically Southern Kitchen's new and better location with a slightly altered menu. Chicken Fried Steak tastes the same, which is a good thing! read more

Garcias Country Kitchen - Country Fried Steak w/ country potatoes and over med eggs (not pictured: pancakes) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

We visited this restaurant specifically because it's advertised as "new," and we were seated immediately, which we initially appreciated. We were promptly offered drinks and received them quickly--unfortunately, that was the extent of the service. After sitting for an additional 15 minutes, no one returned to take our food order, despite the restaurant not appearing particularly busy. During that time, it seemed staff were more focused on personal conversations than attending to guests. To further reinforce our decision to leave, we overheard a nearby table raising concerns about their meal--specifically that the rice was undercooked. That was ultimately the deciding factor for us. Overall, the lack of attentiveness and apparent quality issues made this an easy decision. If negative star ratings were an option, this would qualify. We won't be returning and do not recommend this establishment. read more

Excellent variety of delicious Food selections, great service provided by Brenda and Isabel, this restaurant has a spacious and clean Dinning area. We will Patronize this business frequently read more

First time here. I went with my server's recommendation of chile here in omelet form (though they do a platter with rice & beans too) with country potatoes and it was delicious! Big chunks of nicely seasoned pork, country potatoes spot on with some spices and smaller bits of onion & bell pepper well cooked as I don't like big pieces that are barely cooked. The coffee is really good and they keep it flowing. My server was Jesus and he couldn't have been nicer and very attentive! read more

This was our first time eating breakfast at Garcia County Kitchen and it was delicious food great service and very friendly staff and clean atmosphere! We definitely will come back for our next breakfast date. read more

Garcias Country Kitchen - Our breakfast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

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The food and the flavors were excellent. Service was very quick food didn't take hardly any time. The place was great. Olga was excellent as a server and I would ask you to ask for her. The place is great. The ambience is very quiet no overwhelming music. The food was flavorful and tasty. They had three different types of hot sauces in the food was just good good good good good. read more

Garcias Country Kitchen - French Toast with side of eggs and bacon - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

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WOW!! The prices are outrageous. Used to enjoy Southern Kitchen but will not be coing back here to Garcia's Sad

Food was very flavorful and delicious. Service was pleasant and our wait staff was great. They have several options I am excited to try on my next trip. read more

Service was outstanding, the server, Jesus, was very attentive and kind. He was constantly checking up on my table and has great energy. We were offered soup of the day, which was complimentary. I ordered huevos con chorizo and it came with beans, rice, and 3 tortillas. My partner ordered a monterey road omelette as well as biscuits and gravy (not pictured). Some foods were slightly too salty for my liking, but it was great overall! The restaurant had a very relaxed and nice atmosphere. It was decently big inside and customers kept to themselves. Would definitely recommend! read more

Garcias Country Kitchen - Huevos con chorizo - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

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Let me start off by saying this restaurant is so super clean. It's Southern Kitchen with a new location and name but the same delicious food. I ordered the Supreme Omelette and it was so big and full of yummy goodness! The country potatoes were cooked to perfection and the pancakes are huge, fluffy and so delicious! My daughter got the croissant breakfast sandwich and it was loaded with bacon and cheese and eggs and the hash browns were crispy and yummy. The portions here are pretty big. Up next on my must try list is the Menudo! We will definitely be back soon read more

So glad to see Southern Kitchen moved to an updated location and happy to see the old El Rancho spot being utilized. Party of 5 went around noon on a weekday, half had breakfast half lunch. We were not disappointed! Nice & modern inside, great service. Our server was on it taking our order, keeping drinks filled, very attentive even though it was a little busy. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their food. Great portions and tasted great Can't wait to go back! read more

New breakfast place on monterey! The staff were friendly and very helpful. The food was bomb! See those chunks of meat that's how I want my chile verde to look ! everything was great even their water haha with cucumbers and lemon. My only complaint is the rice, but everybody has their favorite Mexican rice. Lovely place, I'll be back soon for another breakfast trip! read more

Garcias Country Kitchen - Chile Verde Breakfast Plate - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

The food was delicious, service was really good and very kind definitely recommend!! It is a brunch spot if you're looking for a brunch date with your friends or even with your family they are very welcoming. read more

The best breakfast hands down. Been coming to this place since 2000 when they were at their old location, they used to serve dinner back then as well. Their Swedish pancakes and omelettes are amazing. I just wish they were still open for dinner. read more

Came here this past weekend because someone recommended it to me, & let me tell you!!! probably one of the worst breakfasts i've ever had. I ordered the steak and eggs, the steak was BLUE, i had to send it back to get cooked to the correct temp. The eggs one my brothers plate were supposed to be cooked over easy & the egg white was still watery! All of our potatoes were literally burnt on all 3 of our plates! Everything was soooo under seasoned! Overall, not worth 100 bucks. Would not come here again. read more

Garcias Country Kitchen - Steak and eggs - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Jose, California

Visited on a weekday and was disappointed with the experience. The chilaquiles special didn't include chili (something to note if you're expecting it -- be sure to read the menu carefully). The machaca lacked flavor and didn't compare to what I used to enjoy at the previous location. The rice was also undercooked and crunchy. Unfortunately, this new location doesn't have the same quality or taste as before. I mentioned the issues to our server, Brenda, but there wasn't any follow-up or concern shown. read more

Even before they moved and changed names, Southern Kitchen had already gone downhill in quality and taste. Sadly, the only thing that has improved is the new location being bigger and less cramped. The $80 total for a breakfast burrito and two 2-egg breakfast plates was outrageous, especially considering how bad the food was. Everything came out either cold or burnt. One plate of biscuits was dry and burnt with cold, flavorless gravy, while the other had undercooked biscuits with hot gravy. The hash browns were burnt, the eggs were fine, but the sausage was cold and the bacon was just bacon. The chorizo burrito had a strange aftertaste, which I'm guessing came from using beef instead of pork, and they didn't even bother to warm up the tortilla. It was cold with a lukewarm filling. The only reason I'm giving 2 stars is for the kind lady and elderly man who kept checking on us and refilling our drinks. Their service was the only good part of the experience. I understand that prices have gone up everywhere, and I prefer supporting small local restaurants over chains. But at these prices and with this level of food quality, I'll be going somewhere else, even if that means Denny's. read more

The same team from Southern Kitchen and they haven't lost their touch! Nice friendly staff and environment. The food is delicious and portions are big! I'm so glad we found this place. read more

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Chorizo con huevos and machaca were incredible. Staff was really friendly too. Sad that I don't live close by because this would be a regular spot for me. read more

Great food, good portions. Very authentic feel. Great service, although we were off hours.

We used to eat at the Monterey steak house and now it's Garcias country kitchen. Not knowing what to expect when we arrived but they were very friendly and the service was excellent!! Food and drinks were great and service was excellent too... would highly recommended this place and will continue to dine there again!! read more

Muy buena comida y un ambiente agradable sirven muy bien me parece muy rica la comida y todo se ve lindo

The food was delicious and large portions. I had the machaca and eggs and it was close to how my mom made it. Staff was friendly and attentive. read more