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    Rocky's Cafe

    4.7 (189 reviews)
    Open 7:30 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Huevos Rancheros, French Toast, Rockys Omelette
    Raquel A.

    Food and service were great. Ingredients were fresh and portions were big. Delicious! Looks small when you enter, but the is more seating in the back.

    Sweet Pancakes*
    Rosey G.

    High-quality Californian coastal brunch meets mind-blowing creativity, all thoughtfully nurtured by family-like hospitality. I had the Sweet Pancake with a wholewheat substitution--Jamila's style--topped with homemade fig syrup. I was initially worried it might be overly sweet, but it turned out perfectly balanced. The pancakes were fluffy and mild, allowing the fruits and buttery toppings to shine and beautifully complement each other. I was shocked at how quickly I devoured the whole dish! Mom also loved her breakfast burrito--she even said it was better than our go-to spot in San Diego. The service was top-notch, with some of the nicest, most attentive, and knowledgeable staff we've encountered.

    Eggs benedict Florentine with country potatoes and prange juice
    Randee S.

    I came to seaside once a year to get my car serviced. Today, I arrived starving, new normal as a vegetarian. I googled brunch places and found rockys. This place is absolutely adorable. The spot was popping but I was still seated very quickly. The servers were attentive and friendly. And, the eggs Florentino were divine. I liked the extra kick in the potatoes. And, there is some serious people watching of that is your thing

    Luchi's Chilaquiles (green) and Bella's Breakfast Burrito (added chorizo)
    Anya E.

    Rocky's Cafe was recommended to me by a friend with incredibly good taste, so i'm not surprised that the food here was delicious. We arrived 11am on a Sunday to a very busy restaurant but got sat immediately, we were quickly greeted by our server and served beverages. It gives off family restaurant vibes in the best way. The menu is short, but I can see now that although a large selection is not offered, all their food is high quality breakfast. I ordered the green chilaquiles which came with a side of beans and the most perfect over medium eggs and my partner ordered a breakfast burrito and added chorizo. TL;DR--Rocky's should be the next place you visit if you like food that looks as good as it taste AND like quick service.

    Dina B.

    Met the owner and his wife (she was our server that day). This is a small business that I'm happy to support whenever we visit Monterey Bay: hard working and proud of the excellent service they provide. The food is delicious and the staff is welcoming and friendly.

    Sal B.

    New Little Cafe on Del Monte Ave, I've Seen The Review as 4.5 Stars So I decided to try it for the first time. Nice Old place needs a total Upgrade. Revamp. I ordered the Chicken Fried steak, a Special. The Portion of Steak Was Good. Portion of Hash Browns and Egg was tiny. It was ok. I should've asked for crispy hash browns. They looked Oily and Unappetizing tho I ate Them The Eggs I Asked Srambled Well Came scrammbled easy?But the Portion Was small. For $26.00, I won't order again. I Know They Just Opened. 10/28/25 I just Noticed My Photo Food Looks better than Actual Dish

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    Shreyas V.

    Magnificent breakfast burrito. You should get it with the housemade potatoes. It was so good we came back the next day for brunch on our way out of Monterey!

    Mussels with Chorizo and garlic bread
    Guy C.

    Back again, this time for lunch... Jo and I both had a starter as main ... Mussels with Chorizo and garlic bread.... Really tasty... Have to be real and say there was a disparity in sizes of portions between the two servings of which I lost out big time but it tasted great, lovely balance and for a light lunch this was on point !...

    Not sure but it looked good in the window
    Sophia W.

    "Loved it! The food was delicious and served quickly. I especially appreciated the variety of hot sauces. Simple, tasty food done right!" Small dining area and outside seating is nice

    Bella's Breakfast Burrito
    Shelbie G.

    The coffee is FANTASTIC. The breakfast burritos were fresh and delicious. The pancake is a MUST try. The servers were lovely, and the succulents at the outdoor seating area made it a unique experience.

    Scooby's Combo
    Sam S.

    Little bit of a wait time. Super friendly staff and vibes. I ordered the scooby combo with pancakes, eggs, sausage , and potatoes. Everything was delicious. The coffee was also amazing and was continuously refilled piping hot. Will def come back.

    Sweet French Toast
    Anthony H.

    Great food perfect eggs, very filling burrito. The sweet French toast was perfect and presented beautifully. Great service too. Cute little pictures of dogs on the wall for decorations too.

    If I could give more than 5 stars I would!! This place feels like home, the employees treat you like family! The food AMAZING!! We will definitely be back! Shoutout to Elmer & Angela for making this mamas mother day great!

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    Fantastic food! The service was fast and accommodating. The Crab omelette was bomb! We will definitely be back

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    Good basic breakfast. Short wait. Pet friendly. Be careful crossing the street when parking! Eggs Benedict with avocado was tasty!

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    Pet-friendly place! The food was tasty and the service was exceptional! Prices were reasonable!

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    1 year ago

    Had high hopes but nothing too special to report. Nothing picture worthy. But our server was exceptional so that made up for it.

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    I was down in Monterey house sitting for a month so wanted to try a local spot for brunch with my…read morewife for our 10th Anniversary celebration weekend. The reviews are great. Maybe a little too great because the experience left me wondering if they were all posted by a marketing agency. The photos on the reviews are all a little too perfect imo. Conspiracies aside, the food was awful. I just don't get how this many people could share amazing post after amazing post and jive that with my in person experience. We ordered the corned beef hash. It needed salt. How?!!! Plus they basically only used beef and potato?! The menu said it had peppers and onion so when we asked, they brought some out on the side?!! Terrible. I mean it made it taste a little better but it was still not good. Then, the "lumpia" was more like an oil soggy egg roll. Too oily to even eat because literally it was dripping oil. So gross. Clearly someone not from the lumpia making culture made these. I do not recommend this place at all. Even the coffee was terrible. Only saving grace and the second star comes from the fresh squeezed orange juice. Delicious but come on ... smh ... does not save this place at all. Sorry, I really wanted to like this but this was my experience. Hopefully it was just a weird day.

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    Croissant Breakfast Sandwich with sausage patties, fried egg, cheddar cheese and house made aioli.
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