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Silverback Breakfast & Cafe

4.7 (528 reviews)
Closed 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
Updated 2 weeks ago

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SILVERBACK BREAKFAST & CAFE ATMOSPHERE

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Moderate noise
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Greek omelet & country fried steak
Nathalie Q.

Hours: Thursday-Sunday, 7 AM-1 PM. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Heard this place had great reviews and good coffee, so here we are! Silverback Breakfast & Cafe is a small, cozy spot, so expect a little wait outside. The coffee bar is really cool, the service is friendly, and the food is delicious. MUST TRY THE Country fried steak and their different styles of omelette. You're in for a treat coming here! Do not leave without trying the Coffee Surprise, Jungle Java, Spider Monkey, The Momma Back, and The Baboon. A fun breakfast cafe worth checking out.

2 stack
Sondra W.

This place is legit!!! Amazing diner with such a great vibe. The food was fantastic. I got the 2 Stack (2 eggs, 2 bacon, 2 sausage, 2 pancakes, hashbrowns), and the portion was huge for the price. Like everyone says, the staff is super friendly and attentive. Shoutout to Natalia and Joe for the awesome service! I'll definitely be coming back to Silverback Cafe

We thought the meal was going to be small so we ordered an extra waffle.. Great prices and large portions.
Jose M.

Silverback Breakfast & Cafe in Vista is a standout local gem that consistently delivers a high-quality dining experience. As a weekly go-to, it has established itself as a reliable staple for a great meal. The atmosphere is significantly enhanced by the exceptional staff. Joel, a young man on the team, is remarkably cordial; his habit of proactively welcoming guests, even those not seated at his specific tables adds a personalized touch that makes every visit feel more like a community gathering than just a meal. The service is equally impressive, with servers like Valerie consistently providing top-tier care. Her ability to make guests feel special through attentive and professional service ensures a consistently positive experience. Whether you are there for the food or the hospitality, this cafe excels at making its regulars feel truly valued.

Latte Flight
Michelle R.

Everything here is delicious! Our waitress, Valerie, was super nice and attentive. I love how they have latte flights. Cute decorations on the walls. We had the house hash and eggs benedict. Both were delicious. My fiancé said it was the best hash he has had. Even the orange juice was ridiculous tasty.

Biscuits and gravy, turkey sausage with eggs and well done hash browns.
Kathy S.

Have been here a few times, always delicious. I appreciate that if you have to wait, they take your number and text you when a table is ready. Usually see it at larger places, awesome they do it here. The host was so amazing, explaining about the wait as many parties were sat recently which could result in a longer wait time. Since it was a little cold, we waited in the car, but thankfully the party of 2 before us opted not to wait and we were seated swiftly. Our server Joel was very attentive. The food delicious and plentiful. The atmosphere is very cheerful and the best part is you can hear the other person in your party talk. Will be back again, hopefully soon.

The Carne Asada breakfast burrito must have for all you burrito lovers!
Joe M.

If you are tired of subpar food in north County. LOOK NO FURTHER, the food is amazing (my personal favorite is the carne asada breakfast burrito) the flavor from spot on every time. The consistency is always 100%. And the coffee the best in town. This family owned and ran restaurant is amazing they have definitely built something special. There serves is over the top, it's runs like a well oiled machine they are all very kind from the moment you walk in to the moment you leave they make you feel welcome. And the ambience is cozy and very clean. I can say enough good things about this place. Try it for yourself you will not be disappointed..

French toast, home fries, bacon
Stephanie T.

The place is on the side of a strip of stores. I have never seen it in all the years I've lived here. The French toast here was really good. The home fries I felt were seasoned with a lot of Italian and were ok. The bacon was good but not mouth watering good. The staff was overly nice, asking about drinks over and over, not taking no for an answer. But at least he was trying to be helpful and he was always nice. The place has gorillas everywhere, hence the silverback name. A lot of the staff were very fit so I was wondering if having a silverback build was a prerequisite to work here.

Their updated dining room
Pete R.

We have been coming to Silverback since they opened and have never been disappointed! Friendly people, excellent food and a pleasant, open dining room. They updated the dining room a few months ago, here's a picture. Don't be fooled, it is often very busy. This was taken early on a Monday morning.

Asada burrito
Lonely L.

Jesus is always so attentive the whole staff is great food is delicious can't wait to come back

Cinnamon roll
Alyssa C.

If I could rate this higher than 5 stars I would! The thing that stands out far above anything else is the service. They checked on us many times and were extremely attentive. Friendly, easy going and flexible. There was a large party inside that was extremely loud so they offered to seat us outside which they normally don't have seating for. They were so nice and flexible! And let's not forget to mention the food. Absolutely incredible. My boyfriend and I got the cinnamon roll to start with as well the latte flight and everything was amazing!! Our mains were the south of the border skillet and the farmers benne. Both were 5 stars. Incredible flavor and nothing was over or undercooked. This is my absolutely favorite breakfast spot in the country and I've lived all over in many states. I can't recommend this place enough!

Rmae G.

This place is by far one of the best breakfast places in northern San Diego I've been too. The service was great. I totally forgot his name but he was really nice and very knowledgeable about the menu! We had the coffee flight, country fried steak, the chicken and waffles and the star was the cinnamon roll! It's a must have! I love that there is an area for the kids that can color or read a book or play games. The place is a nice clean place. All the food we ordered was sooo good. We will be coming back!

Bannana pudding and biscoff iced lattes.

The service and food were excellent. The only reason I didn't give it a perfect score was because I wasn't a fan of the black bean flavor. However, the banana pudding and biscotti cookie latte were absolutely delicious, and we tried them iced. Overall, everyone was incredibly friendly, the atmosphere was great, and the service was top-notch!.

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Consistently amazing , awesome service , great atmosphere. Food was delicious and bountiful!!!

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It's like sitting down to a homemade breakfast.The coffee bar is outstanding. Cheers

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Amazing. Would love it if they had a patio and not such a long wait every time I go. However, it is worth it regardless

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3 months ago

We always enjoy our meal at Sliverback! Food is great and their servers are so friendly! Josh took very good care of us.

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8 months ago

Amazing little gem! Great service and great food! So glad we happened to cross paths!

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There was a little bit of a wait on weekends but well worth your time! Everything was great and staff was friendly.

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Food was greats service 10/10 very attentive staff. Will definitely go back. Try the French toast!

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4 months ago

They have the best food and service! A family owned business that makes you feel like part of their family.

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3 months ago

Delicious food and the best service I have had in a long time. My son is already asking when we can go back!

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Ask the Community - Silverback Breakfast & Cafe

What are the vegan options? You claim to have some but I see none on menu. Thanks

There are none. Don’t waste your time going unless u like deafening noise during the meal

Is there outdoor seating, if so are dogs allowed?

There is no outside seating and therefore, no dogs.

Is this restaurant able to accommodate a party of 14 for brunch?

Yes! They have tables they can put together

Hi, is Chef Rob Ruiz the owner? If so, how can I get in touch with him?

He is not, this is a new restaurant with new ownership.

Do you take reservations?

At the moment, we do not

Any vegan options?

Yes.

Is breakfast served until closing?

Breakfast is served all day!

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I can't believe that I have never been here already. I had a BLT and hibiscus iced tea. My hubby…read morehad a great looking breakfast burrito. We will be coming back and vow to try something new every time we eat there. Everything is made in house and there's something for everyone on the menu. Staff are friendly and service was quick! Only thing of concern is that the bathroom was out of service.

​Read carefully before you consider giving this place a single penny, she doesn't deserve your…read morebusiness​! ​I don't know HOW this place has 4.5 stars overall. ​I got there at 9am on a Monday with a co-worker. We ordered coffee and then started working on our laptops. From the get go we could tell the cashier woman was NOT a friendly person, it was like we were annoying her by being in her cafe. Our goal was to work there for the day and eat lunch there as well. There were hardly any other customers in the place the entire time we were there. At about 11:20 the cashier woman came to our table with our original receipt and showed us the time stamp on the receipt and said, "I told you you can only be here for about an hour, this is not the kind of cafe where you can sit and work all day." I said, "It's only 11:20, it's not even lunch time, we planned on ordering lunch here as well." She just walked away and said nothing. ​We should have left but we were in the middle of working. We did end up ordering food, 2 avocado toast dishes. They made one of them incorrectly and they tasted just OK. We certainly didn't tip her and we certainly will NOT be going back there EVER again. There are other reviewers who feel the same way about this woman, read carefully before you consider giving this place a single penny, she doesn't deserve your business. W​e are always looking for nice little cafes to work from, she could have gotten 2 new customers for life, instead she gets this review and maybe one day will learn a lesson.

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