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    Jac's Whistle Stop Cafe

    4.6 (61 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Quiet
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Brian M.

    This is the place to stop when you're looking for a meal on the road! The friendliest people. Fantastic ambience. Pure americana, salt of the earth. I had a mountain of biscuits and gravy! Lol. It was fantastic, but honestly, order the half portion if you're eating it alone. Ha ha ha PS -the best coffee Nice and hot and strong.

    Taco Salad - Beef
    Samantha S.

    A Hidden Gem with Amazing Food and Friendly Service! Jac's Whistle Stop Cafe has become a favorite hidden gem for my boyfriend and me. The staff is always so friendly and welcoming, making every visit feel special. The food is consistently amazing -- I'm absolutely in love with their taco salad, and their Key Lime pie is hands-down the best I've ever had! Every time we go, it's such a memorable experience. If you're driving through, don't miss out on this wonderful small business; it's truly worth a visit. 10/10 highly recommend!

    Breakfast burrito with chorizo.
    Anne Marie H.

    The best thing about this place was the service. The waitress was very nice and pleasant. We have been here three times previously and it was pretty good for a small dive. Things have gone downhill. I ordered a breakfast burrito with chorizo. There was so much potato, I could not taste the chorizo. The salsa was watery and bland. I would pay another dollar for more chorizo. My husband ordered a hamburger. The patty was a small pathetic piece of pressed burger that barely made it to the edges of the bun. It was comparable to a cheap burger at McDonalds with no flavor. My husband said it was like eating cardboard. The ketchup was a cheap brand and contained high fructose corn syrup. The only redeeming item was the key lime pie, which was surprisingly good and homemade. We have driven out of our way to eat here but no more. I can make it better at home. Not worth the gas or time.

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    Lois R.

    Don't let the outside appearance of this little gem for you. It's one minute off highway 8 The chef is creative, Ann is the Perfect hostess with the mostest , & Megan is a lovely server. The pork tenderloin sandwich was " hanging off the plate" amazing. And the daily special, patty melt, was outstanding! Hailing from New York , Our foodie expectations were high ..... & they met them!

    Banana cream cheese pie. Yum!
    Mike B.

    Very small diner (5 tables inside and 5 outside and 6 seats at the counter) that were full at 8:30 am on a Sunday. We ordered the chicken fried steak, southwest omelet, and the "special" omelete. We were furtunate to arrive just as someone was leaving, so we got a table inside. Our menus, drinks, and order was taken quickly. After a short wait, the food arrived. The chicken fried steak has a very tasty gravy and the eggs were cooked perfectly. The omelets were as expected. The Southwest was served with a interesting salsa on the side, which I enjoyed. Portion sizes were normal. My wife was actually able to almost eat her entire meal, which never happens. One in our group decided to get a slice of key lime pie for breakfast dessert (I didn't know that was a thing!) so I ordered a hunk of banana cream cheese pie. All I have to say about the pies is OMG, best ever! Lastly the prices are good for an overall good meal.

    My son wolfing down breakfast and our girls stretching their legs.
    Debbie F.

    The food was fast. Quality average. The service was friendly. And best of all outside seating available. We were able to let our pet chickens run in the grass on their long journey. Thanks for allowing us to be us!

    Rachael B.

    Small little diner off the I-8. We stopped on our way back to San Diego from Tucson for lunch. Service was very fast and the staff was extremely kind and accommodating. Prices are great. I ordered the Cubana sandwich which was good- nothing fancy as it should be- and the bread was pillow soft. Mom got the shaved prime rib which she enjoyed and said the meat was very tender. Fries were nice and crispy. Bathrooms are a little rough but could be worse I suppose. The place has character!

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    Food made with love! Great food, friendly service , and clean! We had the Reuben and the hamburger deluxe with onion rings. Delicious!

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    2 months ago

    Small Classic cafe, good service, good food, just before Yuma, AZ. Their hours are going to be curtailed so call ahead

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    3 years ago

    Food is great , service is hometown experience . Last 3 times I have come by they have been closed .

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    The cheeseburger and patty melt were awesome! Real homemade key lime pie was amazing! Definitely stop here if you are in the area!

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    Definitely a hole in the wall but loved by the locals and snowbirds. Great breakfast! Hear the pies are excellent also.

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    I looked for a lunch stop along I-8. Looks are deceiving! Do stop in! Great food and service! Yummy choices.

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    Excellent breakfast and friendly efficient staff. The eggs I was served were the best I've had in a long time, and cooked to perfection.

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    Very clean. Great chicken fried steak and eggs breakfast. Fast and friendly service. In and out in under 30 minutes and next to the highway.

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    Good food fantastic prices and nice people

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    The view from inside looking down Main Street.

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