I was staying around the area, craving some country fried steak so I decided to come here during Mother's Day. I was already up early so I arrived right before seven in the morning. Perfect for avoiding the crowd. I ordered the "Accident #1" which is a Chicken Fried Steak, Gravy, 3 eggs and includes two sides. I chose the Country Potatoes and Homemade Biscuit. Delicious and generous portions. It was everything I was hoping for and left no crumbs behind. The service was warm, friendly and I also loved the retro diner vibe of the place. I left happy with my cravings satisfied! read more

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Saved on Yelp for a year after seeing it on TikTok. The decor is very maximalist and nostalgic, but unfortunately the inside felt dusty, dingy, and not well maintained once you really looked around. The food also didn't match the menu photos. I ordered a diced ham scramble with homestyle potatoes. The ham in the photo looked sautéed with some char, but in person it tasted more parboiled/warmed than actually cooked on the grill. The potatoes had an odd enchilada-style seasoning and were inconsistent, some were cold and chewy while others tasted fresh. A second dish we ordered came with hash browns, they were dry and underseasoned. The biscuits tasted more like sheet-pan biscuits than homemade. We also tried the "famous" coffee cake (lemon poppyseed flavor that day), but it was extremely tart to the point it made your mouth pucker. For $53 for 2 entrées at a diner breakfast, we expected much better quality and freshness. The concept has a lot of potential, but overall it felt overpriced and underwhelming. read more

Ordered "The Fonzie" this morning... Two pieces of French toast sandwiched with strawberry cream cheese, topped with whipped cream and fresh strawberries.. Everything was cooked to perfection! Meal coupled with a side of hash browns and eggs made the perfect breakfast compliment. The service was phenomenal this morning! It was a full house yet we were immediately greeted and seated.. Before I could open the menu I had a hot cup of coffee waiting for me to enjoy! The vibe of the this place is very 50's deco... It's a very homey environment that probably hasn't changed since the 80's... A little worn but clean and quaint. Located in a small strip mall, Jack in the Box adjacent... read more

Nancy May's 50's Cafe - "The Fonzie" - Cafes Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

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This restaurant is going downhill. We've been delighted to eat brunch here for over 15 years. We went recently on a Saturday with friends. Food delivered mostly cold & one order was wrong. Cold eggs and cold gravy are not appealing. Service was fair. It just was not up to their usual standards. This used to be our go to breakfast spot. Not anymore. read more

Food was good, ordered the ham and egg breakfast sandwich with a croissant. Was extra delicious with the green salsa on the side. My only issue is that the entire menu was AI! For a restaurant who's entire purpose is to transport you to the past, the use of AI -- especially for the menu -- is completely unethical. I also noticed that an issue people had were that the menu photos did not match the actually food items and that's because the photos are AI! Quite sad to see AI used for the simplest of things nowadays read more

I have known about Nancy's for quite some time because it is one of the famous diners that are dotted along former Route 66. There are many in the area and I would say that Nancy May's is one of the better ones. We stopped in for our first time this past weekend and had a really nice experience. It was our server's first day on the job and she was extremely sweet and did a great job and so did the kitchen. Everything that we ordered came out very fast and just as we requested. It's in a small shopping center so there is plenty of free parking right in front. They don't have any outdoor seating and inside is pretty small but in a cozy way. For our first visit, we wanted to start with some of their bakery items so we chose the Cinnamon Roll and the Coffee Cake. They were pretty good, but you could tell they were not homemade and were very cakey. The store bought pastries never seem to be as good as homemade to me. This was not my favorite part of the meal. For my breakfast, I chose the Country Fried Steak and thought it was fantastic. It was not overly cooked and the eggs were done perfectly, I was a big fan of the dish overall. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone searching for a great diner or to anyone looking for a casual breakfast or lunch option. read more

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What to Get/Not to Get/Do: if you're a pumpkin lover, get their seasonal Pumpkin Pancake Combo; the syrup is even pumpkin flavored and homemade specifically for the pumpkin pancakes Customer Service: Exceptional service, expectations exceeded from the whole staff Price: $56.71, not including tip for 3 people Ambience: Indoor Seating with 1950s diner vibe decor Overall: Best Experience read more

This place was delicious! So many great option breakfast and lunch! The staff was very helpful with their recommendations! I would definitely come back! And their prices were amazing! read more

Another great breakfast at Nancy May's! Reliably good cup of coffee to start with, along with a nice greeting from server Victoria. I had the Cucamonga Omelette for the first time, and I think it's their best! Fresh tomato, bacon & avocado (plus english muffin) really added up to a satisfying meal. Stop by & enjoy! read more

Well, I was really looking forward to here as soon as I walked in the waiter said hello and I asked for the restroom wow I can't believe her attitude changed right away just by asking a simple question how rude this lady was to me just for asking, where is the bathroom? Had a completely mean face on her just pointed not even looking in that direction pointing with her hand, torture back and just walked away. How disgusted I was knowing that if this is how their servers are just from asking a simple question, then I completely do not want to eat there if they're not act that rude Manager needs to either fire this small Spanish, waitress or completely promoted will never, and will always tell everyone not to eat their due to this one rude unprofessional, untrained waitress And yes, I just walked out of the store after that did not even get a chance to sit at a table read more

Great food, great service and great ambiance. Every one super friendly, coffee was always full, and food was served pretty fast.

Love the service, fun atmosphere and the lemon muffin was divine! Visiting CA and listened to my fellow Yelpers. It was busy but we were seated fairly quickly. Nice menu options with even a few healthy choices. I didn't do healthy. Ha! read more

Came here for breakfast with the fam and we were not disappointed. We were so hungry that I forgot to take pictures. The chicken fried steak and flapjack combos were both good, but the service was even better. Our server was friendly and efficient. Our coffees were always topped up and everything came out as we requested (e.g. crispy hash browns). The decor definitely matches with the restaurant's "50's" theme, which made it fun to play "I spy" with the kiddos. Pricing was also very reasonable considering how expensive everything is. read more

terrible place, super unclean. food isn't anything like the images. prices are just as high as brandon's or country kitchen! the ambiance is all your are paying for and they even use fake butter on your toast (margarine) not to mention the disturbing ads on the table just watching. the food wasn't even video or picture ready i give this place 0.5 out of 10 like... its mother's day? read more

A Gem of a Brunch Spot! I can't say enough great things about Nancy May's 50's Cafe! Everything on their menu is absolutely delicious, making it nearly impossible to choose just one favorite. The friendly staff truly makes the experience special. Rhonda is hands down the best server around, always attentive and welcoming. What sets this place apart is the incredible customer service--the kitchen staff even comes out to check on you, which adds such a personal touch. And to top it all off, Nancy, the owner, is the kindest soul, making everyone feel like family. If you're looking for a place with amazing food, a warm atmosphere, and service that goes above and beyond, Nancy May's 50's Cafe is a must-visit. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Would not come back. Food wasn't the best paid $110 Dennys is better. Great customer service but food nasty!!!!

The place is kinda cute . Decorated with lots of pigs and 50's memorabilia. The waiter was the owners son and he was great. The food was fine. I ordered French toast with 2 pieces of bacon. My friends ordered eggs, hash browns and toast. Food tasted fine. Problem was as I finished my French toast I immediately had to use the rest room. I had the most awful explosive diarrhea in my life. Some abdominal cramping and more diarrhea. Sat for quite a while afraid it would hit me again. When I thought it was over I left. The other two in my party didn't mention having any issues, so I have to assume they didn't have any problems. I won't be back. I don't know what the problem was as the food tasted fine. read more

Breakfast Burrito is delicious! The red salsa goes great with it and tastes fresh. The lemon pancake is amazing! I would get the regular syrup on the side so that the lemon isn't overpowering. Walk in and seat yourselves, no need to wait for a table if one is open. The servers are nice and quick to get your coffee and orders. The chef is really good and super nice. Overall a great little spot for a nice 50s style themed breakfast. read more

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The cutest little diner!! 50 's decor! Old photos on the walls and 50's music playing! So perfect! The staff was so nice and dressed like 50's! Breakfast was absolutely perfect!! Priced right! Go! It's so worth it! read more

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I love breakfast at Nancy May's ... always great Service, especially when our waiter is Beau I so enjoy his sense of humor. The food is always delicious. Well presented, and the prices are very reasonable... don't miss a chance on a great breakfast. Love the atmosphere and my kind of music. read more

Food is delicious and cooked to perfection. I love the ambiance: waiters and waitresses are a throw back to the 50's in both look and quality of service. I also love all the pigs around the diner (my favorite animal so I'm a little biased). Prices were fair and I thought it was a great time with family. read more

Always on the look out for neighborhood restaurants. Love that this is close to my house. Stopped in for breakfast today. Had Polish sausage and eggs. Staff kept the coffee full, and service was pretty quick and very personable. Will be back again!! read more

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Absolutely fantastic service some of the best around we had no less than three different people tending to our table and our needs. The food was fantastic. The ambience was amazing. This is probably one of our favorite restaurants that we go to weekly. read more

The staff at this restaurant is some of the best serving experience that I've ever had in my life. Dang near everyone in the restaurant checked on us repeatedly we had such a lovely time. We're definitely gonna become regulars and be there quite often. The food tasted great and the service was out of this world. Thank you guys so much for making The days leading up to my birthday very memorable. has a wonderful atmosphere and ambience. Step back into Time when you walk into this place you'll love every moment there. Rhonda's the best!! read more

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The food was amazing, what makes this place the best is the service. Exactly what a cafe should be. Loved the food and the service. After 13 years in Rancho I finally made it in! Thank you again, make sure to look at all the pictures on the wall! Love the ambiance of being back in the 50s! read more

Nancy May's 50's Cafe - French toast with a side of house potatoes and bacon - Cafes Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

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Had an early flight from Ontario. Stopped by on a rainy day! Loved that they were open early. Ambience is such a vibe and the food was deliciousness! Definitely will go again! read more

Nancy May's 50's Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

It's one thing to advertise as a 50's diner, set up the motif, play the music, and dress the part, it's another thing to actually deliver on the promise; this place delivers! Set in a small strip business area it stands out as a go to place for breakfast, they also offer lunch but I haven't tried yet. Walking in felt like I was going back in time, the music on point, good mix at the right volume, combined with the right colors and decorations to convince one that this is what it must have been like to live in the 50's. After I settled in my server, dressed straight out of Peggy Sue's wardrobe closet, offered coffee and water which I graciously accepted and then proceeded to take in the menu. Straight forward and simple, I chose eggs and bacon, hash browns and a half order of biscuits and gravy. Food arrived in about 5 minutes and the first thing that caught my eye was how creamy the gravy looked; first bite revealed it was a good as it looked. The biscuits were fresh and fluffy and stood up to the slathering of creamy gravy and paired perfectly with the rest of my meal. The bacon is made crispy and the hash browns as well. A fun experience and a good meal, I look forward to exploring the menu further. The final check for me is always the restroom, I think it is a reflection of how much the owner or manager cares. In this case, I give it high marks but not over the top, appeared and smelled clean. read more

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Went there around 1:00 pm, were sat quickly, served drinks quickly, and that was about the best part. Daughter ordered strawberry lemonade and it had so much syrup you couldn't taste the lemonade. Then somehow our food took so long we left. They told us your food is coming up, and we waited over 30 minutes with no food on our table. They even served people who arrived after us, and a to go order before us. Won't be going back. read more

I don't get the hype. This place is located in a strip mall off Arrow and Archibald. The decor is overwhelming with lots of kitschy elements, not the classic 50s diner look that you would expect from the name. Majority of clientele is over 70 and seems to genuinely enjoy coming here. Service is above average and all servers pay attention to customers, which is a pleasant departure from other places where the other servers will ignore you. The food, however, was not exciting at all. The portion size and prices are ok, but the quality and flavor were lacking. The chicken fried steak had the batter peel off, the gravy was lacking flavor, the biscuits were bland, but worst of all were the hash browns, which were soaking in grease. I don't see myself returning. read more

What a diner! :) I don't mind making the drive out there just for the delicious food but more so, for the fantastic service. A quirky and sweet waitress is always so bubbly and funny. She made our experience so lovely that we think about her often. We cannot wait to go back and have breakfast there again. 10/10 read more

saw this place on tiktok and decided to give it a try. as soon as you walk in, you're transformed back to the 50's! the decor, the music, the ambiance is all a blast from the past. but more importantly, the food was delicious! i ordered my all time favorite breakfast item, country fried steak and it was SOOOOOO GOOD!! the portion sizes are perfect, and they definitely don't skimp on the gravy. the waitresses were all friendly and bubbly as well. we're definitely gonna come back! read more

I entered Nancy's for some breakfast. In the past 2 yrs I have had weight loss surgery so I do not eat a full meal. I asked for a kids meal and I was told no. But that I could order half a meal which was not in the menu. This is the first time I have been told no I could not have a kids meal. This will be the last time I will be visiting this establishment. This was very discriminating to me. read more

We were amazed walking in. So much stuff reminded my parents high school time. Good service good food read more

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My husband loves your place and we drive from Riverside 50's are our "thing" . Thank you for being able to serve him his "special almost zero sodium diet". Love you guys!!! read more

We had a terrible time on a quite Sunday. We sat outside where we were promptly served coffee. Then nothing. From the outside, we saw other patrons enter the restaurant after us and be served. You can easily witness this through the glass. You're a second class customer if you choose to eat outside. I can't remember a time being so disrespected. read more

The food here was good. I enjoyed the 50s Diner feel. There was a huge Elvis poster in the bathroom that scared me LOL but the service was also very great, everyone was friendly. I would definitely recommend this place! read more

This little diner is super cute! Kind of a hole in the wall that I'm glad I discovered. Getting my windows tinted across the street and the "cafe" signage caught my eye so I walked over. Everyone including Cindy was so nice and welcoming to me and I got to stay and work on my laptop while I wait. The Christmas music is very homey, the decor inside is super cute/retro and I would definitely return for breakfast when in the area. As for the meal... I ordered an omelette with added ingredients (spinach, cheese, sausage, tomatoes, avocado) and it came with fruit and biscuits and gravy on the side. With OJ it came out to just under $20. It's definitely worth a visit. Some of the patrons seem like regulars and I definitely get why! read more

Nancy May's 50's Cafe - Biscuits and gravy - Cafes Near Me - Rancho Cucamonga, California

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My wife and I stopped in Nancy May's for the first. It's a small, quaint establishment with a 1950's theme with music of era being piped into the dining area; the sounds of artists like Nat King Cole, Fats Domino, Ritchie Valens, and others filled the air. The food was typical diner fare, so we didn't expect gourmet prep. But what was spectacular was the friendly service and atmosphere; we'll return just because of that. The place filled to capacity as we ate our breakfasts, but even as hectic as it became, the servers helped each other and in cordial, friendly fashion addressed our requests for extra condiments, napkins, and the like. They seemed to know their regular patrons and took the time to welcome and greet them. This is a place to come for a decent diner-style breakfast and a wonderfully friendly way to begin your day. read more

Cute mom and pop diner with 50's decor. The food is consistently good. I love the lemon pancakes. They had a good crunchy French toast too. Serving sizes are hearty and the staff are friendly. read more

Came back to Nancy Mays with friends and the food was outstanding AGAIN. Breakfast here is reasonably priced and quality food. The staff are friendly. The owner is hard at work and her staff acknowledge regulars and know them by name. Dare I say CHEERS? Isabella is hard at work serving us and brings that little extra positivity to enjoy your meal. You gotta go and check them out. read more

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