Golden Waffle Cafe

The food was amazing and menu plentiful with choices. Enjoyed the food, decor and staff was very…read moreattentive. Definitely would go back

Wow, all good things come to an end but I wouldn't say this is quite the end maybe the beginning of…read morethe end let's say lol... Food -good! Ambiance-great! Service- well here's the rub, my special was great, but my wife ordered a custom made amulet, and spinach, mushrooms, bacon and no onion.... She mentioned to our waitress it had onions and barely any bacon in it, not complaining just mentioned it, to let the cook know. Now it's been my experience the waitress would apologize and offer some remedies... but no, her apology was half hearted and no mention of .. say, can we remake it or I can grab some extra bacon for you... no not what I would expect from the Waffle Shop! We've be been here many times, never an issue... well I hope it's just a newbie mistake and not signs of what's to come! We still like it here, it's still best breakfast in town... I'm lowering one star just to grab management attention, maybe a bit of training or pep talk to the staff, I'm not mentioning the waitress, no need for that... yet lol. Ok that's all for now, let you know if future visits turn out great... of not

Ortega waffle with hash browns.

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Waffle Shop

3.9(117 reviews)

68.0 mi

my new favorite breakfast spot... and I always order off their daily "$PECIALs" chalkboard. they…read moreusually feature (2) or (3) breakfast specials and (1) lunch special; and you can order anything off any menu any time of day... I saw like six cheeseburgers go to a table near me at 0900! that's a great sign! I've had their scrambles, waffles and French toast, and nothing disappoints. and shout out to all the lady servers at Waffle Shop: they are the right amount of everything -- attentive but not overly chatty, they never mess up an order by writing it down wrong, always keep your beverage full... and one gal even detailed my Mercedes in the parking lot while on her break! okay, maybe I embellish a little. God Bless the Vibe at Waffle House AND their food is yummy! (pro tip: get the hash browns done crispy and always take a biscuit 'n' gravy instead of toast or a muffin)

My daughter went here today with her dad to grab two breakfasts to go for all of us to share as a…read moremorning treat. It was SO good! We all had enough with only two orders and toppings. They said the service was EXTRA, above and beyond helpful and friendly. They said the place was spotless and the wait was very short. The price for the two breakfasts to go (pancakes w additional, added toppings) was approximately $30 which is a steal bc it was a lot of very delicious food! Can't believe we've been sleeping on this place! We all started digging in before I remembered to take good pictures, but here are some pics of it after we ate like, a lot of it. I'll try harder to remember that the camera eats first lol...

Senior special Waffles Combo

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VolksWaffle

4.7(364 reviews)

30.4 mi

We get a Liege waffle topped with strawberries, Nutella and whipped cream every time we go to the…read moreMidtown Farmer's market in Sac on Saturdays, when we are in town visiting family. It was delicious and the vehicle (food truck) is adorable. I think it's a steal for $7, I crave it when I'm back home.

Volkswaffle International, Carmichael CA We booked…read moreVolkswaffle for our 2025 Wedding in Sacramento. Terry is very passionate about his business and the quality of his work shows that. He is very responsive and was great to work with. All of our guests loved the Volkswagen and of course the waffles! They were crispy and fluffy! So delicious and he has a lot of great topping options. Would absolutely book with him again and recommend for any event!

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Waffle topped with fresh strawberries, whipped cream and a Klondike Bar

The Waffle Experience

3.7(1.3k reviews)

40.2 mi

We waited around 35 minutes to be seated, but it was completely understandable since the restaurant…read morewas very busy, especially on a Sunday. I came with my family because we were excited to try the waffles, and I can honestly say the wait was worth it! Our server, Darlin, was amazing. She was very attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed. We had a great experience, and we will definitely be coming back again. Highly recommend!

Excellent food and service! Great atmosphere and very clean. I'll definitely be going back soon.read more

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Waffle Cafe

3.7(280 reviews)

68.2 mi

The Service was amazing! The food was amazing and they had big portions unlike any other…read morerestaurants.

We came here for Father's Day. Ended up splitting the eggs, bacon, potatoes and pancake. What I…read moredidn't expect was our server brought it already split. Felt like a whole meal. Got the kids French toast and pancake which came with an egg each and choice of a sausage or bacon. They were happy. The pancakes are so good here. Nice and fluffy. Definitely recommend coming back

Same weird eggs

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Breakfast Menu (updated August 2023)

The Mill

4.4(585 reviews)

39.4 mi•Midtown

The baristas are so sweet, great service, and I love the vibe and ambiance inside The Mill! I…read morealways feel so relaxed coming here, whether I'm catching up with someone or getting some work done. There's also plenty of seating both inside and outside. Street parking is available! The best way I can describe the atmosphere is Sacramento in the fall. The Mill just gives off that cozy fall vibe! I got: Waffle with syrup -- very light, simple, and a good size! Caramel Iced Latte -- 8/10 -- definitely on the sweeter side, but simple and good! Love it here!

I finally got to try this place out after being in my bookmarked places for months. I got the…read morewildwood latte and the waffle. The latte was sweet, and a hint of floral fragrance. I'm a big fan of lavender latte la so this was perfect for me. The waffle was fluffy and not oily at all, it was the perfect treat just filling enough for breakfast. There were decent amounts of seats, with a few tables to work/study. Workers were friendly. You will need to find street parking, but that's expected downtown. I would totally go back!

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Lemon Poppy Seed - 3 stars

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Cassia cold brew & matcha sparkler

Country Waffles

3.9(185 reviews)

55.4 mi

The food, the service and more importantly the ambiance all need work at Country Waffles. With…read moreWaffles in the name of the restaurant, one would expect their waffles to be deliciously outstanding. Wrong! Absolutely one of the worst dining experiences I've had. The food was disgusting, cold, flavorless, and looked like it had been sitting out far too long. The service was unbelievably slow and careless, with staff acting annoyed to even do the bare minimum. The manager shouting throughout the restaurant which is very disrupting. To make matters worse, the entire restaurant had an unpleasant, dirty atmosphere that made it hard to feel comfortable eating there. Nothing about this place was enjoyable. Very unprofessional and unpleasant restaurant. Completely overpriced for the terrible quality and experience. I would never return and would strongly discourage anyone from wasting their money here.

This cute little place on the west side of town for all breakfast and lunch yummy food! The service…read moreis great and in a timely manner and they work with you to make sure you get what you want. Will definitely be back!

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Blueberry waffle

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Pancakes - a short stack AND a tall stack

A Ice

5.0(78 reviews)

49.6 mi

I got the Brown sugar Matcha boba latte (regular ice + sweetness) and added Rose milk foam to it;…read moreit was seriously good!!! I get boba often and I've been to many places, so i can say for certain this one is delicious!! The drinks came out in a timely fashion and the staff were very kind as well. The inside is very cozy, there's a hand full of tables and there seemed to be board games you could play although I couldn't stay long. The walls have hand painted art and studio ghibli puzzles hung up!! How cool!! I'll definitely be coming back!!

Drove 25 min to try the popular tanghulu. Very delicious…read more Only spot in the 209.call before hand to see when available. 10/10 gracias !

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Tanghulu

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The Waffle Factory

4.2(116 reviews)

65.9 mi

Went there again excellent breakfast had the chorizo scramble very very good. Coffee is great…read moreservice good friendly place to eat. A must try.

The food was delicious. The waitress Brenda was very attentive to serving us. The cooks need to…read morework together. My plate came out 1st and my spouse plate took 5 minutes longer.

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Escalon omelette

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Alvin G.

205

2 years ago

I recently had the pleasure of dining at The Golden Waffle Cafe in Placerville, and I must say, it was a fantastic experience. I ordered the California omelet, and I can confidently say that it was one of the best omelets I've ever had. The combination of avocado, tomato, and melted cheese was simply divine, and the eggs were cooked to perfection. The potatoes that accompanied the omelet were seasoned just right, providing a delightful contrast in texture and flavor. The atmosphere of the cafe was cozy and inviting, with a friendly staff that made me feel welcome from the moment I walked in. The service was prompt, and the waitstaff was attentive without being intrusive. I particularly appreciated the attention to detail, such as the fresh flowers on the tables and the personalized greetings from the owners. Overall, I would highly recommend The Golden Waffle Cafe to anyone looking for a delicious and satisfying meal in Placerville. The food is top-notch, the service is excellent, and the ambiance is warm and welcoming. I give The Golden Waffle Cafe a well-deserved 5-star rating, and I can't wait to go back and try more of their delicious offerings. read more

Balinda G.

106

5 years ago

This is my favorite go to breakfast spot for our family. The food is always great and the staff is wonderful. We love the owners.

C M.

14 years ago

Love coming here for breakfast with the wife a couple times a month. Good food and good service!

jeffrey k.

6 years ago

The wife and I simply love the people that own this place and the food is great as well.

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