Probably the BEST Brunch spot in Portland, I have visited in the past 30 years. Missed your grandparents' cooking; these two elderly folks in their 80s kept it up. Why isn't there a line around the block? The prices are unbelievably reasonable, and the warmest service will melt your heart. It melted my 11B Veteran Heart. This is the kind of spot you'd be daydreaming about coming back to if you are out in a foxhole somewhere. Cash only, so go to the weed store a block away and get some from the arm, and pay respect to this amazing restaurant that makes you feel like family. read more

John's Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Cash only... just keep that in mind ok. It's totally worth it though!!! Such a nice family. Ordered steak, eggs, and hash. Also had the pancakes on the side. Steak was good and basic. Eggs perfectly cooked sunny side up, which very few people know how to do nowadays. The hash was DELICIOUS! I could have eaten two more servings. Yum The pancakes... oh the pancakes... were the fluffiest, tastiest, I've had anywhere on this beautiful Earth!!! I even ordered some to go! The inside is quaint and comfy. If you enjoy home cooked food without all the fancy stuff... then you will absolutely appreciate John's Cafe! We were treated like family! read more

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A trip back in time to delicious food, fun ambience, and delightful service. Some of the best pancakes around. And they know how to cook eggs. Absolute bargain. read more

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"I went in for breakfast and was refused service. Based on the way I was treated and the circumstances, I felt that my race/skin color was a factor in the decision. The experience left me feeling unwelcome and upset." read more

John's Cafe - The people who treated me poorly - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This was a great little spot. The prices were super reasonable. You will definitely get full off of one of their breakfast menu options. It's a lot more food for your money than you can find nowadays and the food is actually pretty good as well. You might have to find parking on the street with the meter, but it is worth it. The service and the prices were excellent and the quality was also there.. It is a quaint little place with a little bit of a retro theme. I loved it.! read more

John's Cafe - This is a Denver omelette which included a bell peppers, onions ham, cheese, and some hashbrowns and some pieces of white toast in jam. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Great historic cafe. We had eggs and pancakes for breakfast. Loved the food. Very friendly service from family/owners!

This is a classic American Diner with old breakfast favorites. Had the ol reliable bacon, eggs, and hash brown combo. Well priced and well made. The Greek family that owns this place are both charming and warm. If you want to feel like you're in the Nighthawks painting, this is the place to be. read more

I took a short 12 city block relaxing Saturday morning walk to John's Cafe. I decided on the pork steak daily special: 2 eggs over easy, 2 slices of wheat toast, and boneless pork steak. I was greeted by a very pleasant waitress, who informed me she has been the proprietor 52 years. My breakfast was cooked perfectly and my coffee was hot and refilled without having to ask. It is evident the cafe is patronized by locals and tourists alike and the business is locally family owned and operated. The cafe is small with 13 stool seats and 6-two seat tables and 3 larger tables. The cafe is a gem for downtown Portland's Pearl District. The cafe is cash only, no lunch service on Saturday and closed on Sunday . Open M-F 7-1:30 ish, but closes at noon on Saturday. I will definitely return to John's Cafe on a return visit to Portland. read more

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Absolute dickhead answering the phones, can't be bothered to answer basic questions. Just in the area for a few days and trying all the spots in the area, fullers across the way has my money now! Much nicer folks! Hire new people that aren't assholes from the get go! read more

Such a cute mom and pop place in Portland thats been open for 50 years. The prices for the meals are averaging at $10 and CASH ONLY! They have a vintage cash register that was just perfect to add to the ambiance here. The food was great and tasted like it was made with love. The people who own the shop are on the older side and very direct when it comes to ordering and service but I have nothing negative to say about this place. read more

John's Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This greasy spoon is conveniently close to Amtrak station but food was meh with small portions. Prices very cheap. Place was loaded with heroin junkies and transients at counter and just not a pleasant experience. The cook and waitress were an elderly Russian couple and very sweet people. read more

Cash only Eating here involves time travel, Right down to serving RC cola and a mechanical cash register Great food. Wonderful owners been here since 1973. read more

Took us a decade but we finally wandered down to this diner for breakfast. Irritated with ourselves - for waiting so long! Charming couple owns and runs the place. Clean and neat. Good breakfast of pancakes, eggs, bacon, and coffee. $22 total for the two of us. Sat and chatted for a bit over more coffee. Wonderful way to start the morning. See you soon. PS. Cash only. PPS. Leave your phone in your pocket to keep with the old school vibes. read more

Excellent breakfast special ! Two pancakes were fluffy and the scrambled egg along with the sausage links were delicious for 8.95. The atmosphere is 1970s dinner . Affordable and good food. Say hello to John the owner and cook. read more

John's Cafe - Awesome breakfast special! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Unassuming place with the best pancakes I've ever eaten! I'm a waffle person but no waffles here so I ordered the breakfast special (2 pancakes, one egg, 2 sausage). Soooo glad I did. I had to stop myself from eating it all. If you are in the area, this is the diner where you want to grab your breakfast! read more

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This place is fabulous ! The food is incredible ! Coffee is terrific ! Place is spotless ! The waitress Wipes down All the catsup mustard and sugar Containers ! I've never seen this before ! And their prices ! 8 oz NY steak and eggs Toasf and hash browns - $12.00 !!!!! Just the best ! read more

The sweetest lady running the place and delicious food from her mister! Not only was it the most affordable breakfast I've had in years but the food was delicious and the portions were fair. read more

Basic Breakfast fare. The sweetest lady who runs the cafe served us. Easy parking right on the street. We felt safe parking right on Everett St. They are open 7a-1p (they said that business has been slow since people dont return back to work around the area. They use to be open 6a-6p). They have worked there for almost 50+ years! The interior is neat/clean. They only take CASH. Affordable prices $12 (no more than $12 for a breakfast) read more

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Breakfast plain and simple. I'm a regular for the bacon, eggs, and hashbrowns. And coffee.

Best breakfast in Portland Oregon . The pancakes and eggs special was to die for. Great service quick and affordable I definitely recommend it to anybody in Portland or traveling in looking to find a great breakfast or meal. read more

I was in Portland for training and walked by this cafe a couple times in the evening when it was closed. Decided to try it on my last morning in town. I assume the two running it are a couple, just feels that way. She greets, though was a bit surlier with me than the regulars who came in later. Prices are amazing. I WANTED to try NY Steak for 9.95 but decided against it. Had ham and cheese omelet. He was the cook. It was fine, lots of ham. Good hash browns. Whitest wheat toast I've ever seen. She made the toast, lots of handling including applying melted butter with a ladle. I never saw her wash hands while handling money etc. Old school, germs build resistance! Coffee was weak diner fare. When I said I was done without finishing all my food She was shocked. Sorry, it's a lot! Got a nice goodbye so that was pleasant. Other than the toast prep (which happens at Denny's too, TBH) , place was clean and cozy. Check it out!! read more

June 2022 - Enjoyable experience! Food/Pricing - Super reasonable prices and yummy food! Service/Ambiance - The server was straight forward and friendly! Feels like I was in an old school diner. Highly recommend eating here for brunch or breakfas! read more

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Review for the 'chicken fried steak'. This is NOT chicken fried steak.......frozen tasteless breaded. Stick to bacon/eggs/hashbrowns. The End read more

Angel sighting at John's cafe! Amazing food! Cash only! Omelet and hash browns, Eggs bacon pancakes, French toast. And OMG did I say a sighting of an Angel! read more

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This small and quaint location comes with service with a smile. Comfort breakfast just like home.. read more

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Very much enjoyed the feta omelette and the service was friendly and fun! Prices are reasonable and fair. read more

John's Cafe - Feta omelette - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Good price Decent food Fast diner Poor service Was told to use your hand for eating breakfast Waitress was constantly complaining the whole time No clean table. We had to clean our own table before and after read more

John's Cafe - Toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Simple diner. Great food. Old school charm. 'Nuff said. Note: Please don't go here expecting anything more than what they are. John's is just good people who make good food at a very reasonable price. read more

The server was extremely rude ! All I requested was breakfast and a togo order ... you think they would appreciate the business? My feeling is, if you're not a local ... it's o.k. to be rude read more

I literally NEVER leave reviews, but I just had to! Super kind people! I didn't get any names, but the ladies up front were so kind and welcoming. The place has amazing and calming vibes (gen Z approved) As for the food, it was also amazing. If you like homemade food with heart in it, then you'll love the breakfast here. Nothing I ate was dry. Their eggs are perfectly how you ask for them. If I had to choose one place to eat breakfast for the rest of my life it'd be here. Thanks! read more

I've had a lot of classic American breakfasts: pancakes, bacon and eggs, but that was by far, hands down, the BEST. If you're looking for a small, mom and pop diner, this is the place to go. The prices are so good and the quality of food is spectacular. The owners are so wholesome and it's just an overall amazing breakfast experience. read more

John's Cafe - Pancake breakfast - classic - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This is the perfect traditional diner breakfast fare. Very clean, reasonably priced and hands on friendly service from the owners. A nice walk from any of the downtown hotels. Do beware they take cash ONLY! read more

Old School diner that's been around since 1973. Not to many of these around, so a must visit for diner fans. They have plenty of breakfast and lunch options with most of the diner classics. I've had the John's Special (2 pancakes, 1 egg, 2 bacon or sausage links) as well as the Steak and Eggs. Both were very solid. This family run business has very affordable prices and takes cash only. read more

Great place. Food, service, atmosphere. The kind of family owned business that be enjoyed and supported!

Back open! Great classic diner with amazing prices. Cash only though so make sure you stop at an atm beforehand. read more

John's Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Oregon

We had breakfast here this morning. It was very good - a lot of food served up quick and delicious at an excellent price. I'd highly recommend it and will definitely return when we're next in Portland. read more

5 minute walk from union station. Old school diner. CASH ONLY Straightforward breakfast. Reliable spot. I'll be back

Thank God for a mom and pop joint - great food, good conversation, good people. I was visiting from Arizona - and while everything else was dying - these two were trying their best to make a great place for people. read more

The world the way it's supposed to be. Personable, prompt, comfortable, real. Customers even talk you each other at the counter.

Incredible breakfast and love the ambience. Get the Salisbury steak and eggs! Great service and a step back in time! read more

John's Cafe - Sailsbury steak and eggs. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Portland, Oregon