The food is amazing . This is a family business with lots of beautiful daughters. They are all very nice. When we go out to eat this is where we go probably 3 or 4 times a month. read more

We were in the area and decided to try this place. Despite its modest exterior, the food here is excellent. The family run establishment offers a wide variety of dishes with generous portions. The server was friendly and helpful in recommending options. We picked the Chorizo Skillet and Chile Verde Omelet. The Chorizo Skillet: This was a huge plate. They offer choices for egg preparation, potato type, and either tortillas (flour or corn) or toast. The added vegetables were a nice touch. I enjoyed the skillet. Chilie Verde Omelet: Another huge serving! The chile verde was cooked to perfection (they specialize in chili verde) and was overflowing with sauce. The plate came with a large portion of beans that were yummy! This plate comes with choice of toast or tortillas. Not sure if the tortillas are homemade, but they were really good. The only drawbacks were the somewhat slow service and the prices, which are a bit high. However, the generous portion sizes compensate for the cost. Visiting this place is recommended if you're ever in San Martin. read more

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Best rich and flavorful Chili Verde! We have found our go-to place for Chili Verde! The pancakes were fluffy and tasty as well! read more

San Martin Cafe - Chili Verde! - American Near Me - San Martin, California

We pass but this location all all the time as we go to work and go to school and such. The outside of the location doesn't scream come in but the staff were super friendly and welcoming from the moment we came into the building. The food menu is a tad overwhelming, hard to pick any one item to eat but we did the Birria Tacos, the Beef Flautas and a child's breakfast with chips and salsa. The Tacos - They didn't have a ton of flavor, I'm sure every recipe is different. The limes were dried up minus a few drops, I've had them from several different places not a top 3. The Flautas - come with rice and beans, my wife doesn't do beans often so we asked for extra rice only to be told they don't have Spanish rice, instead have white rice. So we skipped sides. The kids breakfast was unremarkable. I'm not sure we will return but to fill the hallow spot in your stomach in a pinch. read more

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We're only travel to Morgan Hill once every few months and we always check for somewhere new for breakfast. We "found" San Martin Cafe on Google Maps, read some positive reviews and decided to give it a try. It is your classic hole-in-the-wall cafe with great food, excellent service and an unpaved parking lot with potholes off the old Monterey Highway. We had pancakes that were thick and fluffy and a large tasty serving of golden hash browns. The Ranch omelette (linguica, ham, bacon and sausage) was delicious and a sizable serving for the money. Our server was kind, friendly and attentive. We will definitely come back for lunch and try their burgers!! read more

On a road trip and wanted a place for breakfast. Saw this on the map close to where we were driving and decided to try something local and not a crappy chain restaurant. Please don't judge a restaurant on its outside, there can be great stuff on the inside. And that is exactly what we got. Small mom and pop place known to the locals. They have a terrific menu with something for everyone. I had their Green chile carnitas Chilaquiles with two over easy eggs. Hearty and delicious. The husband got two eggs, a ton of hash browns two large homemade sausage patties and white toast. We both enjoyed our breakfast and the good service. Don't pass it up, if its breakfast time they're open. read more

San Martin Cafe - Two eggs, hash browns, homemade sausage patties. - American Near Me - San Martin, California

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My favorite breakfast place!!! They are friendly and food is great. Bathrooms are spotless!

Over the past two or three months, I have had a chance to eat at the San Martin Cafe four times. After the last time, I realized that I had to write a review. I have never done this before. Please don't let the look of the outside deter you, because inside there is a hidden gem. I have had the opportunity to eat breakfast or lunch in many different places between Morgan Hill and Gilroy. In my opinion, and in the opinions of the people that I brought there, for breakfast and lunch, the San Martin Cafe is number one. If you like menudo, you will love this place. If you want great food, wonderful service, and incredible food, the San Martin Cafe is the place! read more

The BEST Chili Verde in the world. No, really!! We have been coming here for many years. The staff are so friendly and welcoming. The food is outstanding. This picture is the Chile Verde Super Breakfast Burrito with hashbrowns. It'll be 3 meals. read more

San Martin Cafe - Chili Verde breakfast burrito - American Near Me - San Martin, California

Old School, off the "highway", breakfast spot with A Hispanic flair. Looks can be receiving, but once you step inside and get the food, you'll overlook the exterior of the building. The food was great as well as the service. read more

This is San Martin's best kept secret that's why I'd been hesitant to share my review. Every breakfast item I've ordered had always been 10/10. Best tasting chilaquiles and Chile verde in the South Bay. Prices are reasonable and portions are huge. Service is always outstanding. I'm your #1 fan. I'm so tired and disgusted by fancy breakfast restaurants with a great ambiance and fireplace in the peninsula that charges $25-$30 for breakfast and the food taste bland and horrible. read more

Great food! Staff treats you like family! Chili Verde is the best around, any menu item is on point and served with a smile!

Great food, great service. Family owned and takes pride in their restaurant. Definitely not something I would think to try if I was driving by... BUT I'm so glad I did. Will be going back for breakfast again! read more

The people and service are great, and their chile verde is my favorite! I get the chili verde omelette when I'm there for breakfast and the soft tacos when I'm there for lunch. Such a treat. read more

I was excited about trying this place out due to the fantastic reviews. I was so disappointed. We ordered a pick up for breakfast. My hash browns were half soggy and done and half raw. I also upgraded for some fruit and it was the most sad section of fruit in the compartment of the container. The "slices" bananas were turning brown. A couple pieces of melon..... really? Upgraded for this? Damn. Lol. My husband said his was okay and ate it. So that's good. I got an omelet and it was okay. I don't know maybe it wasn't in the stars for us to get breakfast that morning but not sure if I will be back either. read more

Stop in!! If you want to try the best green chili on planet earth!!! This is by far the best green chili I've ever tasted in my entire life!!! Highly recommend!!!! Who knew?!?! read more

San Martin Cafe - Green Chili burrito is the BEST. Never tasted Chile Verde this Good!!!! Amazing!!! Stop in, and you won't be disappointed!!! - American Near Me - San Martin, California

It requires a little drive to find this place and don't be put off by its appearance. It's worth it. Big servings of home cooked meals. Great for breakfast or brunch. Chile verde with eggs was outstanding. It came with some of the best beans. Instead of regular beans they use the a smaller legume so it's like ground beef. I prefer corn tortillas for that extra layer of authenticity. Tacos are filled with delicious protein and doesn't fall apart when you lift it to your mouth. Not fancy but service is friendly and helpful. Sit outside in the covered patio. Welcome contrast to upscale places in Morgan Hill. I'll be back! read more

Have eaten here a few times & the food was always very good. Ordered two big breakfast burritos (12/26/24) to go and neither one was made correctly. Sausage burrito did not have any pico and ham burrito included jalapeño, green pepper, and rice. It also had no pico. Hopefully next time they will get the order correct After reading owners comment, perhaps I didn't explain correctly. The ham one we were given had rice, a few green peppers and one slice of jalapeño in it. We wanted the burritos as listed on the menu with the changes you stated. Never asked for no pico or the items that were in ham one. We would have brought them back but wouldn't have made it there before you closed. Thank you for the free replacement offer. read more

Seriously, I'm from Texas, Love Mexican Food, been eating it for 60 years. This is one of the top 5 meals I can remember having. Made my own combo...Cheese/Ground Beef Enchilada, Chile Rellano, Pork Tamale...try it, you'll love it! Also, very good service and with a very modest store front and a very simple cafe interior read more

Food was reslly good... they were packed...but one open table... that's all we needed. Good size portions..We went fot breakfast. A hole in the wall..but we like those. About 25 bikers showed up as we were ready to go...interesting read more

Food was good !! Sat us right away service was good the ambiance was peaceful. Order the chilakiles they are great!

We went there once. It's a breakfast/lunch place. None too clean-- check out the shutters in the windows. The chile rellenos could have been excellent (fluffy egg coating, not breaded, no hint of stale oil) but were marred by a bland enchilada sauce from a can. No zing. The taco salad was just meh and had cheese in it despite a dairy-allergy warning when we ordered. There are better options. read more

Food was amazing. Service was sufficient for our large group. Ambiance was a bit off for me but the food made up for it.

I was seated quickly by Briseida with a smile, and she made sure I had everything I needed to enjoy my dining experience. The ambiance was full of life with sounds of country music and the sounds of cooking. The Gilroy Garlic omelet was delicious and full of flavour with just enough spice. I would definitely recommend San Martin café for their home cooked meals and the hidden treasure that they truly are. read more

San Martin Cafe - Gilroy Garlic omelet - American Near Me - San Martin, California

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We love this place! It's an authentic, family-run restaurant where the staff cares about their customers. The food is always fantastic. We eat here almost every weekend. They are open for breakfast and lunch. We have tried almost every item on the menu and never leave without a full belly and a smile. Our favorites are the Chilaquiles, Apricot French toast, Fried Egg Sandwich, Tri-tip Omelette, Eggs Benedict, Homemade Corn beef & Hash... The burgers and tacos for lunch are also delicious. San Martin Cafe is all about the food and the people. You feel like family when you dine in. read more

A hidden gem in San Martin. Service is warm and friendly hospitality. Food is amazing especially their carnitas, chili verde, and breakfast dishes with bacon (very thick and meaty). My husband loves the cheeseburgers and fries. This is a go-to restaurant for us. read more

My wife and I frequently eat here for a Friday lunch date. It is a bit of a hole in the wall but I like it -- comfortable. Best thing on the menu, when it's available, is the Chile Verde Tamales. Breakfast also tends to be pretty good. read more

Tried many times to dine there. I guess my timing was bad! When I finally made it, boy it was worth the wait!! Cute & quaint, amazing service. There are plenty of menu choices, for everyone. My self, and my children LVE their Chile Verde, it is served many ways-Something for everyone. I like corned beef hash, but not this one. I found it to be too chunky, and a little dry for my tastes. I look forward to maybe trying other options, but their Chile Verde can't be bea read more

San Martin Cafe - Menu - American Near Me - San Martin, California

Just had breakfast there and it was delicious. The chili Verde enchiladas were so good!!! I'll definitely be back! read more

This place was pretty good. Breakfast was good. The atmosphere was ok kind of old and run down by attentive waitress and food was very tasty. read more

Old fashioned rustic family owned and operated. Amazing traditionals and Mexican bests. Prices and service are fantastic. Fantastic!! Keep it local... read more

Just your classic Mom & Pop dinner, the kind you don't see very often anymore. Good food, good service & really friendly staff. My husband & I have eaten there for breakfast & lunch and we've never had a complaint. read more

Unfortunately today was a 1 star experience. We tried the Quesabirria tacos instead of our go-to Chile verde. Huge mistake. 1 "taco" is 2 tortillas side by side, which makes it impossible to pick it up. They're also super squishy & fall apart. And they're topped with melted cheese. They should be 1 tortilla with the cheese & meat inside. They should be crispy. These were the worst Quesabirria tacos I've ever had. My daughter ordered the kids grilled cheese & fries. Don't do that either. The sandwich is tiny. The fries are obviously frozen crinkle cuts. The service was also horrible. Everything took forever. We had to flag someone down for coffee refills & anything else we wanted. No one even asked how we were doing after we got our food. It wasn't busy, so there was no excuse. When the server dropped our food, their towel dragged through my daughter's food. She barely apologized. And something smelled bad...maybe something rotting inside the booth seats. I kept getting whiffs of a very weird smell. Don't know what was going on with this place today. read more

San Martin Cafe - Quesabirria tacos... terrible - American Near Me - San Martin, California

Place looks outdated, menu is not great. Was there on my way to Salinas, should have waited until Gilroy to get breakfast. Not coming back anytime soon. read more

I hate to leave a negative review just for the fact that I grew up in San Martin and this was always my favorite breakfast spot. I ordered a "meat lovers" burrito and when I was about 3/4 of the way done I bit into a piece of tin foil. I proceeded to open the burrito with a spoon to find another piece of foil inside. I brought it to the waitress attention and she took the remnants to the cook . She returned and apologized offering to make me another "small" burrito which I passed on. I made my way to the register and asked if they were going to comp a portion of the bill due to the unfortunate mistake. She said they only charged 14$ instead of 17$ for the burrito then hit me with a 24$ bill?! My order was a burrito a cup of coffee and a Fanta for my son. So they basically charged me 10$ for a coffee and soda or comped me absolutely nothing on my meal. Very unfortunate to leave a negative review but this situation was handled very unprofessionally. read more

I'm going to have to give this place a 2nd shot. Breakfast burritos weren't too great. But there were a lot of people here when picking up and based on other reviews it looks like it has some good options. The jumbo breakfast burritos were large, filling for sure. I was only able to eat half (which is never a bad thing - they don't scimp on portion). We both got steak - the pieces of meat were HUGE which made each bite a little much and hard to chew. Next time maybe I'd try Chorizo. My daughter got the Jr. burrito with ham and shredded potatoes vs. the homestyle - ham was a better choice, but the hashbrowns were crispy and burnt so it took away from how good it could have been. Either way - I wouldn't rule this place out, they had some good options on the menu. I will just try something else to give it a fair shot. read more

Came in on a Saturday morning and was expecting a yummy breakfast since we have been here before. However, out food was absolutely disgusting. We split the chicken friend steak with an extra side of hash browns, eggs scrambled well (no one likes runny scrambled eggs!) Anyway, they must've changed cooks or something.... literally so much gravy it was pretty much inedible. The eggs were runny, wet, and not all the way cooked. The hash browns and toast were good but I'm gonna be hungry in about 45 minutes.... read more

San Martin Cafe - Literally a gallon of effing gravy on the chicken fried steak - American Near Me - San Martin, California

This is a favorite stop for my wife and me when we crave some breakfast comfort foods. Great mix of American breakfast and Mexican specialties. Whether you want homemade tamales or a Denver omelette, this is the place fill your belly. Enjoy! read more

San Martin Cafe - Mexican Omelette - American Near Me - San Martin, California

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Best chilaquiles I've ever had and their enchiladas were great, too. Staff was nice and service was great.

Love the chili verde here and think it's the best in the area. Never had a bad meal. Always delicious!! read more

San Martin Cafe - Garlic pork chops had the most amazing melted garlic on top and a cup of chili verde which is the best in the area. - American Near Me - San Martin, California

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