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    John's Cafe

    4.2 (142 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 1:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Kenshiro P.

    "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."

    This is a Denver omelette which included a bell peppers, onions ham, cheese, and some hashbrowns and some pieces of white toast in jam.
    Sarah L.

    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.!

    John's cafe

    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.

    Breakfast place.

    We had such a great time at John's Cafe. It's a family owned business, the wife was super nice to my daughter and the food was delicious definitely recommend this place. 10/10.

    Breakfast special with 2 eggs, boneless pork steak, hash browns and wheat toast plus coffee.
    Steven G.

    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.

    Jazmine R.

    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.

    Awesome breakfast special!
    David Q.

    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.

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    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!

    Jboogie L.

    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)

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    10 days ago

    The food was delicious and the service by Christina was the best. I'll definitely go back.

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

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

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

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    2 years ago

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

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