The food here is not good (sorry), but it is cheap and if you want some pancakes and eggs for under 5 bucks, this is your place. Definitely a greasy spoon type place with funny small town atmosphere. Janie's is located in an old building on Main Street, and it has not been updated any time recently. I would probably give it 2 stars for the food, but it gets 4 stars for the fact that the people are just super nice. It is definitely a glimpse into the Longmont of yore. There is an eclectic crowd, but a lot of old timers. I'm assuming there are a LOT of regulars. We had to wait about 4 minutes this morning, and the man who sat us seemed beside himself that we had to wait even that long. Anyway, if you are looking for some cheap breakfast eats and are up for some non-kitschy nostalgia, this is your place. read more

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Amazing diner for your comfort foods. The portions are always huge and will definitely fill you up for pretty low price. I've had only good experiences here. There is a small wait on weekends for breakfast or lunch but it's not that bad. Service had always been great as well. The breakfast burrito had been our top pick whenever we go. Sausage or chorizo (if you're feeling spicy) would be the way to go. If you're looking for comfort food, you'll find yourself coming back again and again. My only wish is that it would've been amazing if they carried a couple house specials here and there, but it's already great the way it is. read more

Janie's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Longmont, Colorado

We LOVE Janies! The food is always good, reasonable prices, and the atmosphere is just perfect! Everyone is so friendly. BUSY, but friendly. It's the perfect local, country cafe. read more

The very definition of a "greasy spoon." Half of the crowd seemed to be regulars and all of the waitresses had that local diner attitude. You can't ask for more! The food itself was pretty common, tasty breakfast fare. Prices and portions were decent. If you're in the Longmont area and want a relaxing, homey diner, try Janie's. read more

Very pleased with Janie's Cafe! This was our first visit and we clearly ordered entirely too much food: breakfast burrito with sausage (Awesome!! Took half of it home because it's huge! The cheese and sauce were amazing); omelette with bacon and cheese (I've never had so much bacon in an omelette before!! So delish!); 1/2 order of biscuits and gravy (classic southern taste); short stack of pancakes w insanely huge blueberries! Our coffee cups were never empty and the staff was friendly and prompt. I will definitely recommend Janie's to local friends/family!! :) read more

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Love this local restaurant! The minute you walk in the door you feel as if you stepped back in time! Food is great... I just love the people and the "ambience" Hope they never change! read more

I gave this one star only because of the green chili. It was pretty tasty. But... the "sausage" gravy was only tasteless flour and water thick goo. We were told everything that has gravy or green chili is good. I ordered Huevos Ranchero, and my husband ordered chicken fried steak. Like I said the best thing about mine was the green chili. There was nothing good about my husbands order. He couldn't even eat the potatoes, because they seemed tasteless and undercooked. The staff seemed friendly enough, but once we seated ourselves and got coffee, they were more interested in joking with each other and yelling through the diner at each other. Maybe this is a local favorite as to why the reviews are high, but I feel like it is way overrated for the whole experience. read more

Omg..this was the best breakfast I've had in a while that is essentially home cooked! The service was outstanding, they placed me and my mother down at a table instantly. The waitresses are amazing.....Danielle took mine and my mother's order and she was brilliant. And don't get me started about the food it was amazing and I definitely recommend coming here!! -Mandy read more

Great food huge plates! The skillet was awesome with the green chili and the cinnamon roll a piece of heaven!! Our waitress was awesome and genuine. Will totally come back to this little gem! read more

Best chicken fried steak and best green chili in town! My favorite little greasy spoon breakfast spot hands down.

In town on business, up really early and needed breakfast. Saw the reviews for Jaine's and decided to give it a try. Fast friendly service. The food was good. Nice diner atmosphere. Coffee was good. Love the location. Will come back. read more

We've been trying out new breakfast and brunch spots. My significant other loves chicken fried steak, and they have it here, so it was a no-brainer that we visit. We were greeted and sat immediately, which was nice not to have a wait on a Saturday morning but it quickly filled up. I like the no-frills menu and diner atmosphere sometimes, and this one fit the bill. I ordered a vegetarian omelette with a side of green chili and home fries and the SO ordered his chicken fried steak with hashbrowns. The food was served reasonably quick. I was impressed with the size of the omelette and his meal, definitely come hungry! I forgot to order less cheese - I'm the minority who doesn't like a lot of stringy cheese in my omelette - and there was a ton of melted cheddar. So those who love it, it's perfect for you. I tried to eat around all the cheese but was unsuccessful, although what I was able to eat was good and there was a lot of veggies in it with a huge amount of spinach. The home fries weren't all that, and needed some seasoning and longer cook time. The hashbrowns were better. The green chili was pretty good. The SO enjoyed his chicken fried steak, but said some of the other nearby restaurants do it better. What was the best part of the breakfast is that it was under $25! We will keep this restaurant on our list of rotations and I'll remember to order less cheese in my omelette! read more

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That's a really nice looking breakfast cafe. I had an breakfast sandwich and it was delicious. I really recommend that place! read more

Favorite place for breakfast.. great food, good service, large portions.. Everything we have tried tastes awesome..

Loved their food. First experience with this restaurant. Did not disappoint! We ordered in the phone and they had it ready and packed up and called us back to let us know when ready!!will be going back very soon. read more

Quick disclaimer - the 5 start rating is based on the understanding that this is a good old fashioned greasy spoon American diner. I rated this based on the expectation that we were not going to some fancy restaurant but rather a classic American diner. This place knocked it out of the park. Please do yourself a favor and order a skillet. Not only is there a TON of food in it - almost enough for two people if you ordered a side of toast or a cinnamon roll. It was absolutely delicious and piping hot. I ate more of my husband's skillet than my own eggs over easy. Additionally, the cinnamon toast was delish. This is a personal childhood favorite that I don't have often and it was a wonderful treat! The service was great. Our server kept our coffees and waters full and checked on us just enough to make sure that everything tasted great. She was right there when we were ready to order and the food came up quick - always a bonus when you're trying to grab a quick breakfast. The decor/atmosphere is exactly in line with a diner - fun, cheesy signs, comfy booths and formica countertops. It isn't anything special but it feels good just coming in. If you do NOT like greasy food, do not come here. This is a stick to your bones, warm your soul type of place where you feel full for hours after. I can guarantee we will be back whenever we find ourselves back in Longmont. Thanks for a great breakfast! read more

Food wasn't the greatest. Hash brown was soggy waiter never came back to check on us. Place was dirty trash on the floor. Maybe next it will be a little better. read more

Janie's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Longmont, Colorado

You Betchya! Opens up at 5am... I think. I was feeling rather hungry the morning I came in. It was late on a Saturday and we were back from a short hike on Rabbitt Mtn. Hungry? Definitely. I had promised I would make my world famous blueberry pancakes, but, I chickened out and begged for a quick trip to Janie's Cafe. Have I been there before? Nope. I just wasn't palling around with the local Longmont crowd I s'pose. We were seated by a woman named Janie... coincidence? I don't know. But, Janie was quick on her feet, fast with her rapier wit, pleasantly eloquent and I really wanted to see if she'd be my grandma since I no longer have a living grandparent. I wanted to act like a regular since it appeared that I was surrounded by a regular. So, after a minute of small talk, we had a cup of joe and a menu. So, hungry as I am, and wanting pancakes, I noted the stack of pancakes that come with two eggs and sausage links. However, I haven't had corned beef for breakfast in an age and a half... when Janie was back for our order, I had to think fast so I ordered TWO breakfasts. I had the two pancakes, with strawberries, two sausage links, two eggs over hard w/ wheat toast AND I order two eggs over hard with corned beef w/ hash browns. I also had my joe and a glass of orange juice. I left a happy camper. Going back soon, maybe next Saturday. read more

This is a cute little ma and pa restaurant, with the emphasis on the "ma". Janie's always there with a smile and a quick wit (she's got a sarcastic streak that is way fun to play with--and she's always game for some teasing). She really "makes the place" if you know what I mean. Her husband of 40-or-so years is around also, and is quiet, but kind and helpful. The food is fairly typical for your ma and pa breakfast and lunch place, but there are a few that really shine: The breakfast burrito (or "Fast burrito according to Janie") is great. I'm not a fan of chorizo...but everyone I know that likes that stuff says it's fantastic in the burrito. They also make it "without" which is the way I love it. They also do a great "corned beef hash" dish, which...Janie calls "puppy chow"--and I can totally see the resemblance. Again, though, rest assured...it's fantastic. All in all? A WONDERFUL place to go... where if they don't know it already, they'll learn your name...or at least what your "usual" is... read more

I wasn't too impressed with my biscuits and gravy. Maybe I just ordered the wrong thing but I thought there wasn't much taste to what I ordered. The food however is inexpensive and regardless it sticks to your ribs for a little while. The service was prompt and friendly. read more

Me & my boyfriend came here after being discriminated,- sitting around at goodfellas and not getting attended. This place was great, it turned around our frustration and the staff was friendly and attentive. I got the huevos rancheros with the vegetarian green chili-delicious! Even my boyfriend started eating my food, the green chili had the perfect kick. I can't thank this establishment enough for being so friendly and efficient. read more

Wow. I REALLY don't get it. At 12:30 on a Friday, 95% of the patrons were over 80 and the food explains why. My "dinner salad" was a chilled glass plate piled with pale yellowish greenish brownish iceberg lettuce and three cherry tomatoes, one of which was also sporting a brown rotten spot. Pass. The "green chili" appeared to be roughly 75% cornstarch and water, 20% Campbell's tomato soup, and 5% canned green chilis. A little spicy, but otherwise totally flavorless and slimy. Inedible. Luckily, the grilled cheese was just like the lunchlady used to make at public school (greasy, smashed, and full of processed cheese), so we didn't totally starve. The waitress was a GEM, and didn't charge us for anything but the salad and sandwich, which was fine with me, because I just wanted to get the heck out as quickly as possible. Super awkward. Again, the star I'm giving is for the service, which was beyond reproach. We will never, ever, ever go back. I can imagine that the breakfast stuff is probably better, but the ingredients seem to be of poor quality. I have to believe there is a better diner in Longmont for this type of food. read more

This place is def a throwback! Look like they haven't changed anything in 30+ years. And that's a good thing This was my second time to visit and it was exactly like the first- only better! When I had first moved to the area I was encouraged- no, very encouraged to visit this little cafe on Main st in Longmont. If you want to see what the locals eat and where they socialize in the AM you HAVE TO check Janie's out. Unfortunately I didn't want try anything else that was on the menu. And belief is seeing what is on the menu they really have something for anybody. I remembered that I had the breakfast burrito about 6 months before. I was hungry then and I was ravenous now. And I thought that would do the trick. We ordered it and THEN it came around midway through my first cup of coffee. Then i knew it was on. Like Man-vs-Food on! The burrito was bigger than my arm. I got it with sausage and the smothered goodness aroma wafted in front of me as I said to myself - no sh*t!! The green chili was a nice mix of tomato and chili with generous chunks of pork. Meanwhile inside there was chunks of potato, cheese, scrambled eggs, and sausage cooked perfectly. I wouldn't have changed a thing. 'Cept I added Cholula. But there was one slight problem: I knew I would run out of the chili. But that's not their fault though. There was bearly enough room on the plate. I ordered a chili side and she brought it out immediately. Dang- I didn't miss a beat and completely finished it! Totally breakfast burrito yumminess. If you haven't tried- share it with a friend you won't walk away unsatisfied. And if you're feeling adventurous eat the whole thing! Or try something else on the menu, I've hear it's all good! Why not 5 stars? Gives me a reason to back and try something else and update my review! read more

Wow. Just wow. Excellent breakfast. Smothered burrito with sausage and ham and the biscuits and gravy are awesome! Doting service for our entire visit. Perfect old timey diner atmosphere. These folks care about us and it feels (and tastes) wonderful. (Special shout out to our servers Jamie and Mary Ann). Bravo! read more

4.8 stars, rounded up! I've revitalized my dormant Yelp account to review Janie's. What a treat! Biscuits and gravy were some of the best I've had in recent memory at a diner place like this. My egg over medium was perfect - not at all rubbery, and the yolk was just right. The Belgian waffle was crisp and airy...melt-in-your-mouth goodness. read more

We just returned from our first visit to Janie's Cafe, and let me tell you, we've found our new Saturday morning spot! As a previous reviewer mentioned, total mom & pop spot, and mom (Janie) greeted us at the door. Everyone was SO friendly and nice, and the food was great! I don't know about some of the reviews on here that say the food is just average, or not so great. I had the breakfast burrito and it was huge. What made it though was the green chili - AWESOME! Maybe it depends on what you order, my husband had the chicken fried steak and eggs and he loved it as well - said the gravy was amazing. Total local hangout, classic cars parked out front, everyone knows everyone and most of the people who work there have been there for over 10 years. Just a great weekend breakfast spot! read more

My reason for reviewing this spot is not to dog it out. Janie's serves a certain clientele and seem to be successful. But, their food is pretty bad. Eggs, sausage and pancakes were all total misfires. Seemingly cheapest ingredients available. People were very nice and their older customers seem to be longtime supporters. Happy that businesses like this exist but just be ready for food that is not meant to blow your mind. read more

What a really great place. What I liked was the service. Our coffee and water was refilled constantly. Never got below half a cup. People were super friendly. I had bacon, eggs, home fries and toast. Bacon was thick, flat and super crispy. Very clean. Busy, but not uncomfortable at all. Pleasant atmosphere. read more

I am working in the local area for a while, so I thought I would try some of the local joints, to try the local food and see how it stacks up! Well, I must say that Janie's is a great place to have breakfast in Longmont. It is a family type environment with several generations of families eating here for breakfast. Everyone seems to know the name of the waitresses and the service was prompt and the food was very good. I got the corned beef hash with eggs. Very good and this is the first place I have ever been to that has apple butter in their jelly basket. I liked that a lot!! read more

Ate here for breakfast and had a two egg skillet. Probably the best breakfast I've had in Longmont. My only regret is that I waited so long to try Janie's Cafe. If you like breakfast this is the place for you. The staff is so nice and always there to warm up your coffee or top off your water. The food is above average for a diner. With good bottomless coffee and great green chili if you're in Longmont and you're hungry Janie's Cafe is a no brainer. Enjoy read more

Exactly what you want in a classic diner. My family stopped in to Janie's because we noticed the place was the only one hopping at 10am on a Saturday in Longmont. Portions are very large for the price. Wait was about 5-10 minutes. I had a skillet--2 eggs, a ton of potatoes and diced ham, smothered in green chili and cheese/onions/peppers. Not a ton of heat, but solid flavors from the chili, and the meal served me well for two days in a row. My son had eggs & a gigantic kids pancake. He barely finished the eggs. My parents should have ordered one plate and split it because they barely scratched their plates. Everybody had drinks and we were out of there for $32. The staff was very attentive, keeping coffee warm, and checking in regularly. Not pretentious, tasty & low-cost entrees. If I find myself in need of a meal in Longmont again, I'll head to Janie's. read more

If you're looking for a great greasy diner breakfast in Longmont, then Janie's is the place. It's yummy comfort food. The staff is friendly, very attentive, and they never let your coffee cup go empty. Everything is tasty - pancakes, french toast, breakfast burritos, huevos rancheros, and traditional breakfasts with eggs, potatoes, choice of meat and toast. The wait staff is great with kids - always topping their hot chocolate with marshmallows AND whipped cream. read more

Janie's Cafe - Not only is this breakfast burrito yummy - it's huge! It's bigger than my breakfast date's forearm! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Longmont, Colorado

Cheap! That's the best part of this place. The bacon was like they dehydrated it. Bac-o-Bits have more moisture. The biscuit was dry. The "sausage" gravy had maybe 2 small pieces of sausage and was flavorless. From the reviews, I had high hopes for spot. Unfortunately it turned out to be wa-wha. My wife said her waffle was ok. Three stars would be too generous. Sorry. read more

I really like Janie's. It's the obligatory greasy-spoon mid-west type restaurant with what I'd consider "trucker" type of food. That said, their prices are still in that "normal" restaurant range (roughly $7-$8) which I find a little disappointing, as there are a few places like this back in Michigan that are closer to $4-$6 per entree. They have all of the typical dive faire, and they can get people in and out pretty quickly. I can't speak for much of the food since they have a huge menu and I've only been in a couple of times, but everything I've eaten there has been good. They are strictly a breakfast/lunch restaurant though. Recommended on the Menu: Biscuits and Gravy, Grilled Ham and Cheese read more

This place is so cute and the food is amazing!!! The staff are very welcoming and have beautiful customer service!! 10/10! Also, social distancing is top notch and the cleaning as well! read more

UNFUCKINGBELIVEABLE!!! 12/10! Great staff great service great food. will be returning.

First time in early morning. Ordered the special Peaches & Waffles with a side of bacon. When order arrived it was 2 dry waffles on a plate, and a soup cup of COLD canned peaches. NOT ACCEPTABLE the side of bacon was completely overcooked, then seemed to be cooled off or was cooked off at 5 am not to order. Will not be back and sure to steer folks away. Nothing that was made I couldn't make in my own kitchen. Blah read more

I've mostly been at Janie's first thing in the morning as the place just starts going. Janie is there. The place fills up fast. She's got a great personality, and stays on top of her operation, making sure everyone is well served and has enough coffee going. Janie always seems to have time to recognize me and have a brief chat. I suspect she has an encyclopedic knowledge of her customers. The food is great and will fill you up. I went midday once, and Janie had left. Everything was just as good, but I felt Janie's personal touch missing. Try to have early breakfast sometime, but note it's closed Sundays. Park in the rear off Coffman St. There's outdoor seating in the back, under a canopy that wards off rain, but you'll be missing out on Janie's ambience. read more

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Was in Co over the weekend for a wedding, and met the folks for breakfast at this little joint. For a typical mom & pop breakfast diner, they did a really good job. GREAT customer service and the breakfast burrito special with the "just right spicy sauce" was actually the best breakfast burrito I've ever tried! There is a reason why the line is way out the door for this place. When we were leaving the line was even longer and I was happy to see that the people waiting for a table outside were being coffee on this brisk morning. I'd go back in a heartbeat! read more

Great breakfast, will definitely be back!