Who doesn't love a good diner? Peek inside and the place looks like it stepped out of the distant…read morepast, maybe the 1950s or the 1960s. Surely they are masters at greasy bacon and eggs, day old coffee, and probably little else. Wrong. Very wrong. This place may look a little ordinary from the outside but there is nothing ordinary about it. It may look like a classic diner inside but it does not sling food like an old diner. The menu is well-written and the food is high quality, excellent, and borderline gourmet. Do not order eggs, bacon, and toast here. Swing for the cheap seats. We tried the Ham, Avocado and Tomato Eggs Benedict. The hollandaise sauce was fantastic. If I didn't care about remaining somewhere under 350 pounds, I would return every Saturday and eat my way through every single eggs benedict concoction on the menu and there are many such benedict creations from which to choose. The Banana Nutella crepe, with "whip" cream (not "whipped," apparently, we're gentle with our cream here, folks), was decadent. If you like your breakfasts on the sweet side, you will enjoy this one. The Tres Porkitos omelet (made with ham, bacon, sausage, and cheese) was hearty and just as good as it sounds. The breakfast potatoes were very nicely done but could have used a little more seasoning. There is a salt shaker (and numerous hot sauces) on the table for just these types of emergencies. Do NOT leave here without getting a freshly-made biscuit with butter and honey on the side. You have made a serious error in judgment if you leave without getting one of these. Even the freshly-squeezed orange juice was delicious. Our server was wonderful. No complaints. They have dining inside or on the patio. Encinitas is a delightful community. While I loved the old school diner feel inside, you cannot go wrong with the people watching outside on one of our almost always sunny days in So Cal. If you live here, you already pay the Sunshine Tax so get your money's worth and sit outside, if you can. 10 stars.

Pretty dirty inside. I could get past that (food is fine / standard diner fare) but owner is…read moreresponding to comments by calling people "retards". This is more disgusting than the grease-soaked seats.

This diner is located in a small strip mall. We went on a week day morning but parking can be…read morelimited on the weekends. Parking is free for like 2 hours but you don't need that much time to eat. The chairs are close to the booths but it's cozy. The family that owns it are extremely nice. I ordered the breakfast sampler and the portions are huge. I definitely got a lot of protein. Everything was tasty. Prices were fair.

Very big burritos, delicious chilaquiles, great service. I quote my friend "best California burrito…read moreI've ever had." Small diner vibes, hole in the wall. Good stuff.

Love this little Niche diner!…read more PROs: After eating here many times over the years I'm writing a review. It's a very diverse menu for all 3 different meals. They offer beer, wine, and other beverage options. The diner is movie set themed due to the property next door being an old movie studio that's now used to train Military and Law Enforcement. The staff is always very attentive and courteous - today we had Allison and she was great. The new chilaquiles was also delicious. The place is very kid friendly as well. CONs: Parking can be a challenge at times and expect a wait during prime breakfast/brunch hours but the staff will work hard to get you seated in a timely manner.

I was looking forward to having biscuits and gravy this morning. I remembered ordering this many…read moretimes many years ago. This morning's order was a disappointment. The gravy was very thin and runny, the biscuits consisted of one slice of biscuit and a slice of some sort of flatbread that does not match any biscuit I've seen. Aside from the hash brown, the bread was very greasy. I brought this to the server's attention. Instead of him asking if there was anything else I would like, he just took away my plate. I would always recommend this place to family and friends but not sure about that now. Suck a disappointment Merry Christmas Eve! Bah humbug!

Visiting Ramona from out of town. Came here based on Yelp reviews. Definitely was not disappointed…read more Food was great with good size servings. Waiters were super nice and eager to help you in any way they could. We ordered the chicken fried steak, cinnamon rolls, steak salad, French toast, and pancakes. Everything tasted fresh and homemade. Our experience at the Ramona Cafe was one of the highlights of our trip as we felt warmly welcomed and the staff was so pleasant, down-to-earth, and kind. Looking forward to returning next time!!!!

In the city of Ramona and looking for American diner food that happens to be famous for being…read morefeatured on Food Network's "Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives" aka Triple D? Then look no further than Ramona Cafe in Downtown Ramona and park in the back for free or on the street, and get ready to eat! I ordered a pepsi (soda has free refills), chicken fried steak with over easy eggs that came with a biscuit with butter, and the famous cinnamon roll for my complete lunch (breakfast is served all day). The chicken fried steak tasted more like a sausage patty than ground beef, but the server assured me that it was made of beef and that the gravy is made of pork sausage. I had hash browns (shredded potatoes) versus the home fries (diced potatoes) and topped it with ketchup and Tapatio. The biscuit was warm and soft, but the bread that was worth coming to this diner was the Cinnamon Roll, it had a burst of cinnamon in every bite, wish it had a bit more sugar and frosting, but it was delicious nonetheless. I took a photo next to the framed autograph poster of Guy Fieri and was happy to give this diner a try due to Ramona Cafe being featured on this popular show. So if you want American Diner style food in the city of Ramona, then make a pit stop at Ramona Cafe and order the cinnamon roll, and roll out of there!

Deliciously delicious deliciousness!!! Soooooooo much American comfort food in one…read morelocation.....!!!!!!!! I love the wings and burgers, macaroni and cheese.....ohhhhh ALL OF IT!!!!! The Mustang decor makes it a PERFECT CHOICE when you're homesick in Mexico.....

Customer service is excellent. From the moment you walk in, the good vibe is present. Your order…read moreis taken and confirmed by the waiter. Drinks come out fast and before you know it, the appetizer is there, hot and ready before your eyes.

I was honestly a little nervous coming here after seeing some mixed reviews, but I'm SO glad I went…read morebecause everything was really good. The food was delicious across the board. The cinnamon bun is HUGE -- definitely shareable -- and absolutely worth getting. The biscuit and gravy were so comforting and flavorful, and my breakfast plate with the buckwheat pancakes had such a nice, slightly different flavor that I actually loved. Nothing to complain about at all -- everything hit. But what really stood out was the staff. Our waiter was so sweet and made the whole experience even better. Great service always makes such a difference, and they really delivered here. Overall, such a great breakfast spot. I would definitely come back again!

Have you been to Beginner's Diner yet? Seriously, you must! Its amazing atmosphere, round the clock…read moreservice, and mindfully crafted affordable menu will turn you into a fiend! For your late night cravings, Dustin and Joey are your tireless source of great food and prompt service. The night menu consists of all time breakfast favorites and fresh made sandwich plates, and is in effect 11pm-6am. Joey will pour you a cup of coffee and keep it full. If you are looking to cool off instead, ask for one of his thick and creamy milkshakes. Each one comes with a free smile for you to wear out. And the tacos, where do I even begin?! Dustin is a certified taco-logist who doesn't operate below "extraordinary". You are gonna want to place an additional to-go order, so the morning-you doesn't resent the middle of the night-you for getting all the perks. Yes, everything is that delish!

Excellent breakfast and lunch portions. Bang foe your buck$$$$$. Classic American breakfast as…read morewell as mexican dishes. Good stuff. Fast pace quick service.

My favorite breakfast diner. They offer a nice selection of breakfast to choose from. From your…read moretraditional pancakes and eggs, to your omelettes and authentic Mexican breakfast.

Feels like a diner in the 1950's! Such a fun atmosphere to dine in…read more Service is quick and friendly always The honey cinnamon latte is my drink of choice here and you can't go wrong with any of the breakfast food entrees [this review was written in connection with a Toast promotion]

Came here for Easter Sunday breakfast. Make sure you get here early in the weekends since it fills…read moreup fast. It was a beautiful day on Coronado to sit outside and the staff is all super friendly. Of course the donuts are remarkable and fresh. I had the meat looks very omelette and it was superb! Fresh and great combination of sausage, bacon and ham. Definitely a great place to stop for any meal.

Wonderful hole on the wall Mexican restaurant. Food is absolutely great and tasteful. El Guero…read moresimplemente te hace sentir en casa. Le gusta mucho atender al cliente con mucha cordialidad. Se los recomiendo