Always great food & service. All staff is friendly and attentive. Austin is our go to guy though..... He's been serving us for a long time. He even knows our usual orders by memory!! We've been coming to this location for many years. Even through the different ownerships. Great vibes every time we come. They treat us like family. What we ordered: * Popeye Omelet w/ Bacon (instead of ham), Crispy Hash Browns & Sourdough Toast. * Side of Avocado read more

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My grandparents, Bill and Jeanne Elyea, asked me to write this review for them: "We have been eating here with a group of our old collegues and their families, for over 4 years. The food is always good, and the service is great. They treat you like family and we always leave full and happy." read more

Another blessed day at our Sunday ritual. Family owned and ran. Austin always ready to get our order already having our drinks ready to go. The quality of the food and everything all around is why we enjoy coming back again and again. The vibe of the place is amazing always upbeat today even had some nice music to enhance the ambiance. We shared there Popeye omelette with bacon instead of ham, hash browns extra crispy and sourdough bread and a side of Avocado. I had my ice tea to drink . Don't sleep on this place. Perfect spot for food rather than waiting up the street for a table. Never a wait and if it is usually less than five to ten minutes. Also have three areas for larger families . read more

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Been here over a handful of times. The service and food kept going down during each visit. Made sure to ask for well-done potatoes and they were still brought out barely cooked. When I said so the server was clearly annoyed. Also, server didn't bother to refill drinks once. This place was convenient to come to with mother-in-law living down the road but I will not be giving these people $ anymore. read more

Tried this spot last weekend and was pleasantly surprised by how spacious it is inside--you really can't tell from the street! We were greeted quickly and chose a booth. The vibe is very old-school diner, though the walls are a bit bare; a little more decor would really liven the place up. Service was fast and friendly. Our drinks arrived quickly, though the coffee was just okay (I prefer a stronger brew or espresso). Luckily, our food came out in no time! I ordered the French Toast with sausage. The French toast was great--soft in the middle with perfectly crispy edges, and not overly sweet. The sausages were just average. My husband got the Giant Stuffed Huevo Burrito, and it truly was massive! It came packed with shredded beef, eggs, tomato, onions, and cheddar, topped with red sauce and a side of beans. Unfortunately, the flavor didn't quite live up to the size. The onions were chopped too large, overpowering the whole dish, and the shredded beef lacked flavor. Overall, decent food with a true diner vibe. read more

Rise and Dine - Giant Stuffed Huevo Burrito with beans - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chula Vista, California

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Servers were great, the food came Up fast. The silverware's were ok except for one spoon with caked on food particles. It's all pay parking (cheap). read more

Friendly staff, clean establishment. The food was hot, fresh and delicious! Will definitely come again. I had the Denver Omelette with Home fries and Banana Peanut Butter pancakes. My only complaint is the wait staff is either overbooked or not attentive. I consistently had to ask for coffee refills. They happily obliged, but you have to keep asking. read more

Rise and Dine - Banana Peanut Butter Pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chula Vista, California

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Conveniently located Chula Vista's Third Ave district. Smack dab between 5 and 805. Momma, hubby, and I ran quite a few errands earlier in the morning and it was time to sit down and enjoy a good breakfast. It was time to add a new spot on our breakfast list. Parking meters line up the front of Rise and Dine (which is across the street from Kalaveras). We pulled into the last open spot at the curb and had many attempts of swiping our card to pay the meter. Each attempt failed- and even though QR codes are slapped on meter posts- we tend to skip the QR codes as payment options due to scams. So, thankfully we had enough quarters available to pay for an hour. 2 hour max. The dining room is huge! When you walk in the doors- there are tables one each side that can fit 10 people. 4 top cushioned booths along the south wall. 2 top and 4 top tables elsewhere. I absolutely love how the aisle's are wide enough to give patrons and wait staff more than enough room to roam. One of my go to breakfast picks is corned beef hash. Some pictures are available on the menu. Even though the corned beef hash is canned (I grew up on this)- Rise and Dine makes great portions on their breakfast plates. It was crispy in every bite. My medium eggs were good. Crispy edges on my whites. Wish the yolks weren't super runny. I always request shredded cheese on my breakfast potatoes. And I must say- the potatoes weren't heavy in grease. Just perfect. Each potato chunk was golden and crispy. Even my shredded cheese! It's been forever since I had pancakes. And the 2 pancake option was a great size and serving. Flavored creamers and variety of jellies on table tops. Even on a Friday morning, it was a good sized crowd. Staff always checked on us and had fresh hot coffee available. There are tables in the rear- that can accommodate bigger groups also. Very casual decor. read more

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I came here on a Thursday afternoon for some brunch. The server was extremely sweet and my food came out in less than 10 minutes since it wasn't busy. I enjoyed my seven dollar mimosa and my waffle with a side of Chilaquiles, which is really great as they have a side to offer. To be honest, these were some of the best I've had in a long time and the sauce was extremely savory. It's a pretty big restaurant so I'm sure they get busy on the weekends and have enough tables for families. read more

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Very nice service sat a table of 8 without reservation very fast. Food was great, tasted good, and you get a lot of food for price. Great family restaurant vibes. read more

The ambiance is simple with minimal decor--TVs on every wall and large speakers setting a casual, no-frills vibe. It's spacious and laid-back. You order and pay at the counter, old-school style with handwritten tickets, which adds a touch of charm. The food came out fast, hearty, and overall delicious. We ordered the Waffle Deluxe and added whipped cream and strawberries. When it arrived missing the toppings, the waitress fixed it right away--quick and easy. The Gyro Breakfast Plate came with four large slices of gyro meat, hash browns, and eggs. The gyro was flavorful, but the hash browns were a bit soft. Personally, I prefer mine crispy on the outside with a soft, fluffy inside. The star of the meal was the Deluxe French Toast Plate--four thick slices of fresh-dipped, flavor-packed perfection. Hands down, the best French toast I've had at a restaurant. The eggs were scrambled just right--not runny, not rubbery--and the bacon was perfectly crispy. Service was efficient. Not overly friendly, but not rude either--just straight to the point and handled business well. And the prices? On point and worth every penny. You get quality food without breaking the bank. read more

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Great food, affordable pricing, prepared when ordered, the staff is friendly, welcoming, excellent table side manner, community disposition. The food is just as described, something for everyone! Whether you are dining in or calling ahead for pickup fresh & fast. Definitely a neighborhood gem. Large space to accommodate large gathering , singles & doubles plenty of room for you & your party. Very clean space, bathroom fresh & clean, homey. French toast Deluxe is my favorite, my husbands favorite order is the pastrami breakfast plate. read more

A group of men from our church meet there monthly for fellowship and Bible study. Great ambiance, excellent service and delicious meals. A welcome retreat for our group. read more

My wife had the country fried steak and I had a couple bites from it. We both really enjoyed it. Had a fresh flavor to it. Just wish it was a little crispier but other than that, really good fried steak. And the eggs and potatoes were also very tasty. I ordered the Grande Plato. Substituted the rice and beans for more chilaquiles. The chilaquiles lacked flavor and needed a spicier salsa. But the crisp was actually good. The steak I ordered medium but was well done. But still have great seasoning on the steak. The eggs were over easy, and cooked to perfection. I enjoyed the plate overall. The service was great as everyone was welcoming and our waiter was super friendly and attentive. Plenty of seating and gives a classic diner vibe. Will definitely visit again if in the area. read more

Rise and Dine - Country Fried Steak and El Grande Plato - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chula Vista, California

As soon as you walk in you get that old school diner feel. Nothing fancy, good food, good coffee, basic breakfast, overall good place to eat on Third Ave. I had the cheese enchiladas and added two OE eggs on top, came with rice and beans. The enchilada sauce was delicious they were stuffed with cheese. I have to be honest, the rice was pretty bad, I took two bits and left the rest, and the beans were okay. My sons had the kid's pancakes, came out as Mickey and included eggs and sausage. The pancakes were good, not the best but good. Sausage was good too, my preference of breakfast sausage, Jimmy Dean flavor. I will go back and try their other plates. Waitress was friendly and attentive. read more

I had some time to kill before an appointment so I stopped here for breakfast. In the past I had seen some specials painted on the window and I thought I'd try it out. I was looking for a breakfast special. The price range for breakfast is $14-$15. I asked the server if they had any breakfast specials and she said, "What do you mean?" I explained but she didn't understand. It wasn't a language issue, she just didn't know what a breakfast special was. I ordered bacon, eggs, and hash browns. The eggs were scrambled easy, like I asked, and they were quite good. I got 3 pieces of bacon which tasted great. The hash browns were a little greasy, but I liked them. The sourdough toast was good. Breakfast cost me about $20 with a hot drink, before the tip. I would have liked a smaller portion for a lower price. I only ate 1/2 the meal because I eat a small breakfast. Now I have to take my leftovers to my appointment or leave them. I hear that Dennys is getting pricey. If I had to choose between here and Dennys I would probably choose Rise and Dine. read more

Rise and Dine - Bacon, eggs, hash browns and toast. It was good. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Today September 17, 2025 I came in and ordered takeout of 2 country fried steak. Food was terrible. The lady that took my orders was very nice and polite but when I opened my to go box and saw the food you could tell the cook that made it must not like his job and/or is terrible at being a cook. The food was terrible, from presentation to taste, the cook added the cheese and microwaved it (no issue with microwaving but it burned the cheese and even the egg was not cooked all the way, yes I understand its a to-go but please see the pic I've added) Taste was also terrible. The meat and gravy I could get past the 2nd bite, I truly tried. The hash browns was good and so were the toast but for $45 I expected better that this slop. The texture of the food and taste is horrendous. The cook whom made these had no love for his job or establishment. The lady that took my order was kind. The ambiance was okay. I love supporting local shops & will continue to support others, but not this one. read more

Rise and Dine - Scramble w/cheese -Microwaved & burned- Terrible Meat- Horrible Hash brown- good Toast- good Cook - Terrible skill - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chula Vista, California

This place is great. Not your chain restaurant but a good, clean place with plenty of good food. Some people might call the food bland, I call it delicious. That's what condiments are for. It's might be a little bland but is on purpose- considering its aging customers. The service is effective, after all ots run by a christian family who had to leave Iraq. I recommend this place if your hungry and want an old fashion good breakfast. read more

A quaint dinner, out of any town USA. Went on Friday at 9am. Plenty of seating. Two waitstaff were attentive. The interior earth toned cushioned booths provided seating for cozy tables with well stocked amenities including Tabasco, Chalula and Tapatio. Clearly a go to for seniors, my wife and I were the youngest people there (mid forties) until a heavyset, shaved head Latino man wearing a Trump shirt walked in with a mousey woman in a sweater. Folks here spoke in hushed and gravely tones while sedate fall piano played against muted television sets playing the local FOX affiliate. The waitress was polite and not unpleasant. She was consistent on keeping out bottomless coffees topped off with a dark house blend. Our food came out in a reasonable amount of time. I ordered the pastrami breakfast with home fries, scrambled eggs and biscuits and gravy as I was in the mood for a fatty, stick to your ribs kind of breakfast. My wife ordered steak and eggs with English muffin which came heavily soaked with melted butter. The meal was definitely satisfactory. Certainly, it was a good amount of food for the price. It's surrounded by multiple other restaurants. Some of which have very long wait times. Would definitely eat here again especially if looking for quick quiet and a good value. read more

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Mediocre at best. Friendly staff and that's the only positive thing I can say. The service was extremely slow and we were the only ones there. I asked for an extra crispy waffle and got a soggy one. Food was bland. Absolutely no flavor to anything. When you walk in, it smells like Chinese food but they serve a mixture or Greek, American and Mexican. The layout of the place looks like they couldn't make up their mind. There was absolute chaos in the kitchen that echoed throughout the restaurant and OMG the incessant doorbell ringing coming from the back? The kitchen? Hell? Would never recommend, will not go back. Good luck. read more

I was very disappointed and SO UPSET that I almost had an episode when we went to this restaurants today. The girl at the front saw I had a dog. She didn't seat us, instead she walked to the back kitchen and a lady came out with her. The lady asked if it was a service dog and I replied yes. My service dog even had his leash (vest) that stated "Service Animal / Do Not Separate From Handler" which in fact we don't even have to have on him. The lady then asked for "papers" . I told her that there were no papers for service dogs and that with someone who has a disability, we are protected under the ADA guidelines for having a service animal. Yet, she still refused us because she said a customer gave them a 1 star review because she allowed another service dog in the restaurant before. My husband and I told her that she should not be refusing customers who have service animals because another customer had given them a 1 star review, rather respond to that review with the ADA law. She said she knew the law for allowing service animals, but clearly she did not. This is the FIRST time I had to deal with such ignorance and being lied to about knowing the ADA law. As a CA restaurant, PLEASE know your ADA laws for people with disabilities. This is an update / answer to the owner's response: Sir / Madam, I know you are trying to protect your business and reputation. Thank you for your response and apology to my review, but what you were told by your manager is not what happened. She did NOT ask me what my service dog's task were AT ALL! She asked me if it was a service dog and I replied "yes" THEN she asked me for "papers". When I told her we do not have papers and that we are protected by the ADA regulations and guidelines, is when she said SORRY I can't let you in. When I asked her for what reason, she then proceeded to tell us the story of another disabled person giving your restaurant a 1 star review. By this time we walked outside and I was trying to explain to her that she should not be treating us like that for having a service animal and she said sorry. She ONLY changed her mind when my husband went back in and spoke with her again. You are correct, she did change her mind and said to come in, by this time I was already upset and told my husband that I wouldn't want to support a business that treated me this way, although my disability is unseen, I felt discriminated against and there are many other restaurants that are more welcoming. In regard to my dog having his "service animal" vest, he sure was wearing one, as mentioned it was a vest leash (a sleeve that goes on his leash) due to his size. We travel all around the country and frequently eat at restaurants with my service dog, I always have his vest leash when entering a restaurant to distinguish him as a service animal; we follow all of the rules and regulations from restaurants, to Disneyland, Nascar, airplanes, etc. IF your manager would have asked me the 2nd question of what my service animal's task were, I would have answered her like I always do when asked by establishments and everything would have been fine. read more

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Order: Machaca con Huevos "Mash with Eggs" Omelette with Tomatoes, Onions, and shredded beef Chips 5 Corn Tortillas 3 Pinto Beans 5 Place: Very clean and excellent spacing for seating Recommendations: Corn tortillas tasted excellent, but should be served with 3 or 4. They are a bit on the thin side. Not strong Service: Hostess was okay. She also took my drink order, but painstakingly forgot to ensure any waitress/waiter was attending my table. read more

The prices are comparable or better than iHop and Dennys and the amount of food you get is fantastic. I'm a big eater and I could not finish my plate. Ordinarily you'd expect a compromise between the amount of food and the quality but everything was incredibly good. Same quality food as Jimmy's Family Restaurant, which is to say much better than iHop, Denny's, etc. The service was initially a bit rocky but that changed completely over the course of our meal. read more

First of all, I have patrons this breakfast spot for years, but recently I have been discomforted. If a restaurant chooses to broadcast Fox News during business hours, it raises important questions about the environment they wish to create for their patrons. Given Fox News's recent legal challenges, including substantial defamation settlements due to the spread of misinformation, one might wonder why an establishment would align itself with a media outlet that has been proven to mislead its audience. For many customers, dining out is not just about food but also the experience and the atmosphere. By projecting a news source known for its controversial and, at times, factually dubious content, the restaurant might inadvertently send a message that it condones or even supports these narratives. In a society where truth and accurate information are vital for informed discourse, the choice to air Fox News can be seen as a tacit endorsement of its approach to news--an approach that has been legally proven to include the spread of falsehoods--LIES. For those who value integrity and truth in media, this choice can be off-putting. It might lead some patrons to question whether they want to support a business that seems indifferent to the potential harm caused by the spread of misinformation. In a time when businesses often take stances on important social issues, the decision of what to broadcast is not just a matter of convenience but a reflection of the values the establishment wishes to convey. I am in serious contemplation on whether to continue using Rise and Dine in my breakfast cycle because of this. I will miss the family feel from its employees but know I can't help but ask myself, How Fascist are they? read more

We have been here twice so far and both times have been great. Both times we went on the weekend and we were able to get seated right away. The food is a hit, the service is awesome. It looks to be a family run place, everyone is very friendly and very helpful. It has an old hometown diner feel to it. The menu has lots of breakfast and lunch options. The coffee is not bad and gets the caffeine job done. read more

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This little local diner is great, however their coffee left much to be desired. It was colored water. But the rest of our food and our service was awesome. When you look at it from the outside it looks tiny. But when you step inside, it's large and homey. We were greeted at once and our server took great care of us. My mother in love had their Greek scramble and it was delicious. My father in love had their fried steak and eggs and totally enjoyed it. He said the steak was perfect. Tender and delicious. My husband I shared their eggs and bacon and waffles. All of it was wonderful. This cute joint is worth it.......Except for the sadness water they call coffee.....which we all know next to bacon and pizza...is life read more

Descended upon Rise and Dine in Chula Vista this morning with a gaggle of very old (CVHS 1972) locally raised classmates for breakfast. It was a large unruly crowd demanding separate checks and expedient service. In short order, the wait staff proved to be extremely patient, professional and accommodating! After settling down at their desks (while spinning numerous unconfirmed tall tales), the geriatric spartan mob figured out how to order their morning victuals. Within minutes, heaping hot plates of fresh eggs, toast, bacon, pancakes and the like were set down.....fast friendly service without a doubt. The feast was delicious and memorable. This slop joint is easily found, located in the infamous Third Avenue north side of town. Space is airy, clean with plenty of room for such a large pack of ancient chatty elders who obviously do not have jobs. Great location for hearty savory cuisine. Run, don't walk on over at your earliest convenience. Chula Rules btw Stoner Grub Ranking: 8.0 read more

Rise and Dine - Eggs Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chula Vista, California

First time here and definitely will be back! Perfect for a quiet and enjoyable start to our Sunday morning. The service was exceptional with the server assisting me in choosing between two choices I was stuck between & being both friendly and polite. The food came out relatively quickly and was delicious. We have been looking for a diner and we have found our spot! I highly recommend for any hungry individual looking for breakfast or lunch. read more

Rise and Dine - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Doesn't really feel like a breakfast spot, but everyone is super friendly and the menu has a lot of items. I got the Athenian omelette with hash browns, pancakes and a coffee, my boyfriend got country fried steak n eggs with an English muffin and a lemonade. It was a little bit of a wait to get our drinks and then another little bit to get our food. Coffee was not the best it wasn't strong enough, and we absolutely hated the hash browns they were overly soft, like it didn't feel like fresh potato? Maybe frozen and steamed I couldn't tell. But overall the family running the place is super nice and maybe I'll just skip the hash browns next time. read more

I recommend this restaurant for breakfast, I want to go ba k for breakfast! Everything looked great on the menu! It's our first visit since the name change and new management! I just wished the plates didn't look so good we started eating right away and forgot to take pictires until after we were done! read more

Me & My pregnant girlfriend walked into this diner hoping to have an amazing experience but instead we were sat in the corner booth & they forget to even check in on us or make our food after all we got was 2 waters & a coffee. The server completely forget about us & as we're leaving then ask me oh did you get your food btw terrible read more

Pork Chop or Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs are my favorite. Excellent Service. Brought 30 Hikers to eat there read more

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Went for breakfast yesterday am. Wasn't busy when I got there but the food was cold and tasted of old grease. The serving size was good with a huge omelet and large serving of sides but was not the fresh egg fluffy omelet I remember back when it was "Jimmy's" which is why I went. I was nostalgic for the old Chula Vista when the downtown third Avenue street did not smell of urine. The salsa tasted like it was made with canned tomato paste rather then fresh tomatoes and peppers. It's the same interior, lots of seating and the restaurant was clean. Bathrooms were clean. It is a comfortable place to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee and not feel rushed and the service is good. Was the food edible? Yes. Tasty? Meh, Would I go back? No, there are better places for a $20 breakfast but it is nice to know that there are still diners where you can sit and enjoy the morning and eat a hearty size breakfast where the waitress greets her regulars by name and approaches your table with a smile and coffee refill. Extra star for service. read more

Great Food, environment, and service all reasonably priced. And all placed in a good spot in Chula Vista. Must try

I like their food here, and very affordable prices. But what I like the most at this place is their customer service. The people that works here are very polite. The place gives you a mom and pop feel, like an old school diner of some kind. Very calm. One of my go to breakfast places when in the area, and wants to relax and have a good overall breakfast experience. read more

I ordered pork chops and eggs over easy, with hash browns. All cooked perfectly, the pork chops were seasoned really well, and hash browns were crispy. Cousin got a scramble, she said was good. Overall, great diner breakfast. They're casual. It's in a big space, so there's plenty of room between booths and tables. Looks family run and they hustle, but looks like they could use an extra server for weekend breakfast. Still, good food. Contrary to some other reviews I saw, I got friendly, fast service, and it was about $15 bucks a person. read more

I'm all the way from Michigan and came to eat here at rise and dine clean and Amazing food, great service... Can't wait to come back here read more

First seated at booth my 8.5 month pregnant wife and me couldn't fit so asked to move host wanted to argue why we needed to stay at booth because of our kids I just walked to another table super awkward beginning! The service is terrible! The sausage was super pink (raw meat) and my wife couldn't finish her pancakes not good They missed on every step of the way Coffee was not offered or served for 15 minutes of sitting there First cup was ok 20 minutes later asked for refill Got watered down coffee I thought I was on a prank show or something for a bit! Payed my way to high tab and vowed never to return! Much better options around read more

Today was my 2nd time ever visiting that wonderful Cafe! I will tell you the standards for me to post a positive review are very high and on this day that standard was met and acceded. The food has always been hot and fresh. Had beautiful presentation, and additionally the flavor of what honestly reminds me of my parents cooking growing up over 50 years ago! A miracle to pull that trick off! Everything is very clean. The atmosphere is professional and welcoming, A place where they know you and treat you like family! Paid street parking on the meter is very reasonable and available 2 hour max! My weakness is the breakfast sausage gravy! If you love sausage gravy just order a bowl and it works on everything breakfast toast and a lot of other food items as well Just my 2 cents I highly recommend this location for a true family cafe dinning experience you will come back for over and over again. Final note, My server Yea .. I am in LOVE.. she is my Gravy Train! read more

The food is delicious it has Sazon like Mexican still. I love the French toast you must try them, coffee is also very good, they just need to give better customer service like come around more often to check on customer, I believe 1 cup of coffee is not enough, I don't need to keep asking for coffee you should come by and check if I need another cup maybe after f 15 minutes like the do at Denny's please, I really like your food, thank ypu read more