I've never been to this restaurant until yesterday. For the value, they have humongous portions for breakfast. I would get there as early as possible in the morning to avoid any lack of service. Definitely old school looks like maybe they don't have a POS system. I don't mind old school, but if you're in a rush, you may have to wait to pay your bill. read more

Let me set the stage for your imagination. It's 8am on a Saturday, and I just dropped of my car for service after a long night out. I'm winning in adulthood. I decide to go to James since it's walking distance and treat myself for breakfast. The hostess was on point. She acknowledged me and seated me right away as I entered the door. It's going to be a great day. Another score. My waitress (she didn't introduce herself, so we'll call her W) was attentive asked for my drink order, brought me coffee, and gave me time to decide. Please note I'm running on abt 5 hours sleep. I'm not the sharpest pencil atp. I'm looking for the early bird special because I'm really not that hungry, you know that item that's in big block letters in front of the menu. Anyways, Everything (90%)of the menu is 15.95/each. Sooooo, now I gotta think. Great. I digress. My spoon had dried food on the handle, and I touched it. I internally died. I asked for a clean spoon, so I can stir my coffee. After a few minutes, I asked again for a spoon. W was apologetic and brought me the spoon, and I 30% revived. I asked for an omelette instead of a scramble, but I got a scrambled omelette. I'm not an omelette connoisseur, sooooo. It was very light in color like water was added(?). The veggies didn't taste/look sautéed. Freshly raw thrown it. Okay the hash browns. Who doesn't love buttery crispy edges hash browns. They looked delicious, but the they tasted oily wet. I added a lot of ketchup and cholula to mask the taste and feeling, but it didn't really mask it well. It looked like my toast was buttered on one side. I asked for iced water, and W was attentive to my request. I was done eating at 9:02am, and I waited for my check, and waited, and waited. At 9:27am I went to the cashier to pay w/o a check. My car was ready. My car was ready!!!!!!! My car was ready before I got out of the restaurant. read more

We came to Jame's Restaurant on my brother's recommendation, and I'm glad we did. It's an old-school diner that has clearly been around for a long time and has that classic, comfortable feel. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted right away and seated quickly. Our waitress came over almost immediately to take our drink order and returned just a few minutes later to take our food order. The service throughout the meal was excellent very attentive. The staff kept checking in to see if we needed anything, and drink refills were always on point. For food, I ordered the red chilaquiles with over-medium eggs, which came with rice, beans, and a chile toreado. We also ordered green chilaquiles with scrambled eggs, huevos caseros with bell peppers and tomatoes, a grilled cheese with fries, and an omelet that came with hash browns. Since today is Friday during Lent, we're not eating meat, so I came in a little unsure about what I'd be able to order. Luckily, they had several good meatless options, which made it easy. The ambiance is quiet and relaxed, with a TV playing in the background. The restaurant is clean, comfortable, and the service is genuinely friendly. When you're finished, you simply walk up to the front and pay your bill. Overall, a solid local diner with good service and satisfying breakfast options. We'll definitely be back. read more

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I've been to all of the independent/traditional diners in this area and James stands out. They are consistently good and remarkably fast even when busy! I have had several traditional American breakfast meals and south of the border breakfasts and they are all to my liking. The portions are generous, everything is clean, and the staff are attentive and friendly. There are other good ones around, but James is my favorite. read more

Solid breakfast with generous portions. We shared the Chorizo con Papas Supreme with a side of Avocado and a coffee. Out the door for $31 including tip! We are both full. Eating 2 would have left us stuffed. Friendly and attentive service. Will def come back! Found this spot because of Yelp as we drove by and were curious read more

James Restaurant - Chorizo con papas supreme with side of Avocado breakfast for 2 - Salad Near Me - San Fernando, California

My friend wanted to come here to grab breakfast. I was lucky to find parking right in the front of the place because parking is limited here. We got seated quick near the counter seating area. This restaurant will remind you of those old school diner. My friend went with their breakfast plate while I got their club sandwich with fries. My wife wanted the Primavera omelette so I ordered that to go for her. My friend got coffee for his drink and I asked for a coke. Our food didn't take long to come out but the waitress forgot my drink so I had to remind her. The breakfast gives you a good portion and the club sandwich was good. The service wasn't too bad either. This place does charge a fee if you pay with a card so just be aware. There also only two stalls for the bathroom so the line can back up. read more

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This is my go-to place for breakfast. I come here with my family at least 2-3 times per month. The food is delicious, the service is good, and the restaurant gives that nostalgic diner feel. They have something for everyone on the menu, and everything we've ever tried has been equally as good. The parking is tiny BUT there's a free parking structure 1/2 block down. The portions are great for what you pay. Be prepared though, on the weekends the wait time gets pretty bad but totally worth the wait read more

Great service ! Delicious food . Big portions . We also purchased the kids meal . But forgot to take a pic . Reads small plate but also big portions . read more

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Never Disappoints!! This Local Family Owned restaurant is always so welcoming and friendly, Went today and as always food and service was on point, Our server Victoria pleasant and attentive as always! Food is always Delicious, great portions, and love the atmosphere always it's a great place !! Plenty of tables, booths for the whole family Or a cozy spot to eat read more

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Saturday morning breakfast on a rainy day, why not?! Friendly service, and good food! Also tried the Menudo, amazing! Topped off with a warm slice of chocolate birthday cake. read more

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I haven't been here in a decade and I loved it. All the staff was so welcoming and friendly. I just really loved how they treated us. Now the food was just really amazing, you could taste the love in the cooking, the salsa, the omelet, the papas with chorizo. I did not order the pozole or menudo but will be back for it because EVERYONE was ordering it. The space was cozy and homey and as a Latina , I fully support this family diner. Staple of the valley!! read more

Food was very flavorful, solid diner breakfast. The pancakes & burger were delicious. Service was great, felt just like home. Classic diner ambiance, would definitely come back! read more

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A staple location of great food and quality service. I haven't been to James in years but I will definitely be returning more often. Great spot for casual dining and feeling loved. read more

Came here to meet a friend and you can tell it's a very beloved diner of the area. Seemed like they definitely have their regulars and I can see why. The food was good, huge portions was able to take leftovers for a second day, and the price was good!! Employees were also very sweet and helpful! read more

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Best diner in town, San Fernando, California Come in and try the whole menu strongly recommend, don't forget the great cup of coffee read more

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Both dished were good, but the red sauce was better. Great ambience and customer service. read more

James Restaurant - Red 2. Chilaquiles, green 2. Chilaquiles - Salad Near Me - San Fernando, California

My 98 year old mom ordered menudo no pata. I've never been asked that before so it was new to me. It came out piping hot. Even after I ate my breakfast and went to finish the broth it was still warm. She said she wouldn't order again. I added all the condiments and I think it had flavor. I did get the pozole last time and loved that. Service was good. One staff member held open the front door for my mom a long time and waited patiently for her to walk in. There is equal and sweet and low on the table. Like name brand packets. I told my mom they didn't have Splenda so she was going in her purse to get her stash and the waitress brought us a bowl of Splenda. The restaurant was pretty full. The wait staff was pleasant and attentive. I ordered chatos rancheros with no bell pepper. I didn't see a lot of ham and sausage but it was a very hearty dish. The homemade salsa is really what makes the dish. The waitress did forget my toast but I had the super fresh and soft flour tortillas from my mom's menudo. The place is definitely old school diner vibe. The booths are not plus size friendly but I know they have tables in the back along with a large room. We were next to the cashier and the counter. Everything was clean and orderly. read more

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This review has been a long time coming. One of the Valley's Hidden Gems Especially for Menudo Lovers James' Restaurant is easily one of the best breakfast spots in the valley, and their menudo alone is worth the visit every single day of the week, literally. It's one of the only places around that serves menudo 7 days a week, and they do it with that perfect balance of old-school diner charm and authentic Mexican flair. This place is family owned and run, and you can feel it the moment you walk in, warm, welcoming, and consistent every single time. Now the menudo... absolutely delicious. Good broth, good flavor, and never gamey. They load it up with tons of meat and keep the hominy light, exactly how I like it. Every bowl tastes like it was made with real care, not rushed or watered down like so many other spots. If you're in the valley and craving real, comforting menudo, morning cravings, Sunday hangovers, or anytime in between James' Restaurant is the move. A true local classic. read more

James Restaurant - My delicious menudo comes in a large or small. This is the small with no pata . - Salad Near Me - San Fernando, California

The best food and service, I had not been back since the new ownership and the food is the same delicious as always has been. The service is excellent and the ambiance so peaceful and nice to be eating there. read more

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I had breakfast here with my friends. It was packed for a Friday morning, but we got a table on the side (quieter there). We made our choices and each of us had a delicious meal. Victor, our server, was polite and checked in on us. The only problem was the used dishes that piled up. Our table didn't have enough room for several plates. The ladies bathroom also was small (there's a changing table in there, which is great, but it's a small room to begin with There were no paper towels to dry my hands with. I do enjoy coming here with friends and have done so for 30 or so years! The food is good and plentiful! read more

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Had breakfast at this place recently. It has been a couple years since we've been here, but the food and service quality was absolutely horrible. My wife ordered an omelette and I ordered what was basically a breakfast burrito with rice and beans. Both are plates were ice cold. We had to ask three different people for coffee. Would not recommend. read more

Message to the owner!!! YOU ARE VERY RUDE! Have better customer service please. When paying the bill we got the wrong change back , and the owner very rudely shrugged his shoulders like " what do you want me to do about it" anyway, he was probably having a stressful morning but that was not a proper way to handle the situation. Work on that Mr. read more

A decent diner in the far North of the valley. I am giving it three stars because the food quality and taste is nowhere near as good of some local competition Like Hill Street, Bob's, Paty's, or Red Maple. Our server was extremely polite and we were able to be seated right when we arrived and the food items came out very quickly so that part of our meal was great. They have a small free parking lot attached but it is quite cramped and there was only one space available when we arrived for a 10:30 Sunday brunch. Pricing is fair, but from what everyone was ordering around us, I feel that their specialty is Mexican breakfast which I am also a huge fan of, but that's something to be aware before visiting. Inside is quite large with plenty of booth and counter seating. They have a fairly large menu that is filled with all sorts of classics but again I feel that their specialty is Mexican. I usually order the Eggs Benedict, but decided to mix it up for this breakfast and chose the Pancho Villa Scramble and added avocado and upgraded to Texas toast. In comparison to the scramble I had the day before it was not nearly as good. The onions and peppers were not cooked, and the potatoes were also quite large in square shape and also hardly cooked so it kind of clashed with the eggs. It wasn't terrible, but I honestly did not enjoy it and would definitely not recommend or order again. Overall, I think there are much better locations in the valley and I don't plan to be back in the future, although our service was great. read more

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I have been going to James over 28 years. I knew the original owners, they all were so sweet. Now the new owners Gabie, Victor and her kids Victoria and Vic Jr. I love how it continues to be ran by a family and are so welcoming. Food its great worth the price. read more

The food was so delicious!! The service was friendly!! I will tell everyone about this restaurant!!

I loved it. Been here twice. Took my parents and they loved it. My dad enjoyed the thick ham steak breakfast. I loved my nopales omelette. I have to say, they have the best hash browns in town. Crispy and not oily at all. It is clean inside and the worker are the best. I have to give a round of applause to the waiter, waitress, cooks, and staff who cleans tables and janitor. I love the vibes and friendliness. Coffee was great and I love how they go around filling people's cups. Keep up the great work read more

James Restaurant - Thick ham steak. Nopales omelette. We got also a side of pancake - Salad Near Me - San Fernando, California

Met up with a friend for breakfast at this long time favorite local spot in San Fernando. Retro vibe from the outside sign to the stained glass window decor and tufted red booths. I liked it. Reminded me of the SF Valley when I was a kid. It felt homey and welcoming. The menu is extensive and there is something for everyone. I know they are famous for a few of the dishes especially the Pozole, which my friend ordered and she loved it. I order the Quatro Breakfast combo and although it was basic breakfast it was done right. Their pancakes were as big as my head! It was a generous plate and had plenty to take home for lunch later. Service was excellent. All the staff was friendly And food was served up quickly. Great value for the tasty food we enjoyed. I was surprised that the parking lot was full on a Tuesday morning. The restaurant was busy. I had to wait a while to find a spot and when I did I had to walk all around the building to the front so parking was challenging and I only saw one spot for ADA parking. Parking aside, that won't stop me for going back again for lunch or dinner. read more

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Local secret. Old school comfort food. Best traditional breakfast in the area. Pancakes and French toast better than IHOP. Excellent lunch and sandwiches. read more

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Atmosphere is pleasant, food is hit or miss. The omelettes are pretty flat should be fluffy and the coffee could be hotter. Other than that they are good. The place is small and no room for person with a wheelchair, they really should consider remodeling the place and making one of the bathrooms more accommodating for everyone because they have 1 bathroom that is really small. I like their club sandwich and chorizo and eggs plate, the menudo is good. The servers are very friendly. read more

I've lived in San Fernando all my life and have never been to James. I thought today would be the day I try it. The menu is vast. Lots of options. American and Mexican breakfast, American cafe staples. This place has old diner vibes. The good. Portions are above par. Prices are fair. The not so good. Okay well service was below average. Not horrible but not the best. There was two mix ups with the order. The food was not hot. Was more luke warm. The hash browns which I was looking forward to were mush on the inside. Over saturated with oil. Decent country fried steak. And my eggs were super runny. But I like em like that. I'd say more 2 1/2 stars. Sorry James, I wont be back. read more

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Very nice clean place. Loved the retro decorations and generous serving size. Food was your standard diner fare. Service was great! I was seated quickly and waitress got my order and food in quickly. read more

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Food was delicious! Customer service was great! Definitely coming back with the entire family! read more

James Restaurant - 2. Chilaquiles 4. Chipotle Chicken Breast Sandwich 9. French Toast Meal - Salad Near Me - San Fernando, California

Food was good, friendly, the pozole is tasty, very busy, the menudo is good but I did find a tiny black rock in it but still good read more

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IDK how this place gets packed.....the food is mediocre at best. No type of seasoning, dirty napkins, found a hair stuck in the inside of the menu lol. Was pretty disappointed at this place, was expecting way better. read more

Amazing chilaquiles , great customer service and nice outdoor seating. Thoroughly enjoyed my experience.

Decided to give James restaurant another try after 10-15 years of not eating there (got food poisoning), a few people have mentioned it has changed and is really good. We decided to give it a try, we went early before 7:30. Started out by the waitress placing a plate on our table and she wasn't sure if it was ours, she picked it up and put it on the table behind us. It wasn't his so she took it back to the kitchen. When my husband's plate came it was ice cold and the owner apologized and told us her cook had a stroke the day before . Not sure why she would lay that on us?! My plate came after. I ordered a Bacon and egg sandwich. Came with a lot of fluorescent orange cheese that was not melted. We all know that is not a normal color and not melted means it's fake! The sourdough bread was drenched in oil, not butter for toasting. We were very disappointed to say the least. We will definitely not be going back or recommending anyone to eat there. We will stick to our original breakfast spot in Northridge, Brent's Deli. You should definitely go there, not to James. read more

Food the food is excellent. The servers are very attentive and the ambience is nice they have excellent Menudo and posole. Everything is good there. read more

A local old school dinner that serves typical diner fare. The food is pretty good, my favorite thing is the biscuits and gravy. Decent prices. The reason I didn't give them a 5 Star review is the hours they are open is terrible. They close super early and don't serve dinner. Also the place is extremely busy on the weekends with a long wait time. read more

I love this restaurant! Been coming here since I was a child. The food is outstanding and it's a traditional diner! The only thing that would make it better to me is if they were open for dinner. read more

Luz was such a nice, patient lady with us this morning. 2 undecided children and 4 hungry adults! A few special requests were followed perfectly. As always the food was great. We've been coming here since the 70's. The menu may change but not the food. As we left, the main area in front was nearly full. That says more than this review. read more