Which restaurant in California has the worst Public Relations? Which restaurant has the reputation for being the greediest? Pechanga Café Let me explain. We and many of our friends have been going to Pechanga more than thirty years. We have been to all the restaurants there. We actually enjoy some of the meals there and appreciate most of the waiters and waitresses. BUT, here's the problem that we all are amazed at: Pechanga Café, being one of the busiest restaurants around with consistent long lines, still makes the WORST public relations blunder by being extremely greedy. Ask for a cup of warm water = $3.00. Ask for lemons = they charge you for it. Ask for one packet of honey = $0.75. Even the servers there get embarrassed when people ask for any of those cheap items which are free in most restaurants and Pechanga Cafe is supposed to be successful. We were recently at the Barona Casino resort. Ask for honey, they bring you a whole bottle. Ask for lemon they bring you a whole sliced lemon. Ask for hot water and they bring you a pitcher of hot water. THATS GREAT PUBLIC RELATIONS. All of our friends would choose another restaurant at Pechanga for breakfast if there was another choice. You should ask who in management there has made such a bad PR decision. Hope they can get their reputation back someday. We are sharing this because we want it to be a truly customer friendly restaurant and the management shouldn't worry about the cost of those small items that add a level of caring about making customers happy. read more

Went in for lunch, and the menu was light, with decent prices. I ordered the Pechanga Burger, and it was well cooked, the egg was just over cooked, if you enjoy your egg a bit runny, make sure you ask for it sunny side. The bacon was cooked just right At lunch there wasn't much of a wait, and the staff was very helpful and friendly. I definitely would recommend this place. The ambiance was light and you could have a normal level of conversation. read more

When I checked into Pechanga last night I was extremely hungry. I decided to place an order downstairs at the cafe and bring it up to my room. The cafe was empty and there was no wait to order. This establishment is located near the hotel entrance of the casino, directly across from the front desk. It is equipped to host a large party but I always suggest inquiring ahead of time for the wait when doing so. The decor is simplistic and you have booth and table seating options available. I opted for the Philly Cheesesteak and fries for $18 and sadly it was underwhelming. The top of the bread was stale tasting and dry. The meat has an underwhelming flavor. It was lacking seasoning. From the picture, you can see, there was hardly any cheese melted on top and there was not inside. Moving forward, I will stick to the Philly at All-American in the food court. The service I received was good. My son was going to eat my fries so I asked for a huge handful of ketchup and they remembered it in the bag. They also told me it wouldn't be ready for 20min and it was ready in 15. So kudos for that! read more

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Whenever we are here (at least 10x a month), I always get the lobster omelette (my fav, lobster in every bite), lobster flatbread (delicious!) tuna melt (my sons fav), or prime rib panini. I've had the club sandwich, chicken wings, fish n chips, and smoked salmon.. none have disappointed. The portions are big, it usually feeds me more than once. What stands out about this place besides the lobster everything, is the service! We come here so often we picked a favorite server to look for whenever we are here... we even asked him when he's off so we know he's not there lol (Hi Victoriano!).. he's attentive, patient, and just overall wonderful. All the workers here are very nice but he stood out among the rest. read more

The Pechanga Cafe - Lobster flatbread - New American Near Me - Temecula, California

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The prices at this place are really affordable. The service (Dino) was incredibly friendly, kind and helpful! They do not do reservations, however, you can place your name on the waitlist and they will send a text when your table is ready. I highly recommend this place for quick, easy, affordable breakfast! read more

The Pechanga Cafe - The Cafe Menu - New American Near Me - Temecula, California

We were able to get on the online waitlist through the official website. We still had to check in with the hostess and wait some more, so this may or may not be helpful for anyone else. We had the chilaquiles with chicken and the other with steak,- avocado is extra ($4extra per order). The food was delicious and the portions can definitely be shared with someone else, we were not able to finish our meal. I do recommend. read more

The Pechanga Cafe - Chilaquiles and a side or Pechanga potatoes - New American Near Me - Temecula, California

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We had a great experience at Pechanga Cafe. My wife and I started with the bacon wrapped dates stuffed with Boursin cheese. I usually do not like dates, but these changed my mind. The flavor was rich and savory, and everything worked well together. We also shared the café salad with salmon. The mix of apples, candied pecans, grapes, and feta with the strawberry vinaigrette worked well together. The salmon stood out. It was soft, tender, and melted in our mouth. I ordered the hot Italian sandwich based on our waiter's recommendation. The meats paired well and gave the sandwich a lot of flavor without feeling overwhelming. The fries were crispy and cooked right. My wife ordered the filet mignon with mashed potatoes. Both were done well and tasted great. She has a gluten allergy, and the staff handled it without any issues by serving the whiskey sauce on the side. We finished with the cinnamon roll. This stood out the most. It had a savory balance, and the whipped cream, sauce, and candied nuts brought everything together in a way I have not had before. Service was solid, food came out on time, and the staff paid attention to details. We will be back. read more

The Pechanga Cafe - Cinnamon roll - New American Near Me - Temecula, California

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We ordered the lobster omelette with side choices and I selected the roasted potatoes and sourdough bread. My husband ordered the steak and eggs with the same sides as me. We both enjoyed our order and it was very tasty. Portions are generous and I had to take half of my order home. The service is excellent. Jamaica was our server. She was pleasant and checked on us to make sure that we were ok and not needing anything else. The atmosphere is definitely a cafe vibe; they also have a take out area to place your order near the hostess/bakery are. Cafe is open 24 hrs so great for those people who are hungry after watching a late concert or after gambling during the wee hours of the early morning. read more

The Pechanga Cafe - Steak and Eggs - New American Near Me - Temecula, California

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It's a typical diner style food with great choices. Our server was super nice and attentive. The portions are big so I ended up sharing with my sister. We had chilaquiles, my dad had an omelette and my mom had steak and eggs. We shared some toast as well. The food was good and coffee was ok. The restaurant was clean and well maintained. We had a great time coming here for breakfast :) read more

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*just a quick update... The service here has diminished a bit - maybe not with all servers, but unfortunately we had a server that you just got the feeling that they were just going through the motions because they had to. I wanted to mention that they have a huge cinnamon roll on their menu that is consistently NOT good. When we were there last, our friends ordered it, and when it was delivered to our table, you definitely get the WOW reaction. But we had noticed a strange smell. When we tasted it, it tasted like a stinky cheese. We mentioned it to our server, who said he also could smell the funky scent. He brought a new on back, which didn't have the funk smell, and he removed it from our tab. No explanation of what happened, but our guess is that someone in the kitchen got the Parmesan butter which might be used for cooking or bread, confused with the cream cheese frosting. And after all that, the cinnamon roll was just meh, at best. Fast forward to yesterday, our kids had stayed at Pechanga, and brought us back a cinnamon roll. It was still just meh at best!! The frosting is not sweet - kinda just butter like, and the cinnamon roll is dry and not too flavorful. So the morale of my story -- skip the cinnamon roll. It's a waste of money, because you'll end us throwing most of it away, and not worth the calories! read more

FIRST TIME trying the Pechanga Cafe! It's right next to BLAZING NOODLES!! TIP: Come early for BREAKFAST! It gets busy after 10:30am on the weekends! LOBSTER OMELETTE $24: Me and my hubby shared and it was very filling for both of us. The omelette was more on a soft FRENCH style and not well done so I liked it SOFT. Evening was also LOW SODIUM... BAGEL with CREAM CHEESE was very good! FRESH SQUEEZED OJ: The portion was SMALL for $9 Our bellies were HAPPY and FULL until dinner time! ROCK ON THE PECHANGA CAFE!!!! read more

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Their menu is mostly standard but still good for a 24/7 spot. Service is adequate in most times.

Tuesday, 12-10-2024: We wanted to use our Easy Dine and to see Mary, our favorite server & to give her a Christmas gift. She takes such awesome care of us; consistently providing exceptional customer service. We were seated right away in a comfortable booth. This restaurant is always clean and well lit. My husband ordered the tuna sandwich on wheat along with chicken noodle soup. I wasn't very hungry so I opted for their dinner salad with French onion soup. As usual everything was prepared well and delicious! I had room so I ordered their tasty crème brûlée. Our dining experience was an enjoyable one with great service thanks to Mary and excellent food! read more

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This little cafe is open 24/7. We had a late lunch on a weekday. The servers were very friendly. We had great coffee first. And I ordered the steak fries. They were very yummy. We also ordered a Caesar salad which was delicious and fried shrimp, also delicious. The next morning we had breakfast. It was good except for the pancakes! Don't get the pancakes. Not good. We sent them back. But other than that, it was pretty good. read more

The Pechanga Cafe - Fried shrimp was great - New American Near Me - Temecula, California

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Tried the blue cheese burger with arugula and caramelized onions--cooked perfectly medium rare. Really solid burger! The fries were nice and crispy on the outside, and pairing them with the ranch dressing made them even better. Definitely hit the spot if in the area... read more

The Pechanga Cafe - Blue cheese burger w/fries - New American Near Me - Temecula, California

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Had dinner last night at the Pechanga Cafe. Our server Amy was so kind & checked on us often with a big smile! She was so on top of things our glasses were never empty & she was nice to chat with too. read more

One of the best experiences I've had in the Restaurants around here. Service was outstanding from the Manager Kim. She went ABOVE and BEYOND, to get us the food we wanted with very specific modifications. Food was outstanding and the best service we have had at Pechanga. I'd definitely recommend checking it out and I'll definitely be back with more people. read more

We came here for breakfast and had a great experience. My husband got the tuna melt which was AMAZING. I don't think I can have a tuna melt on any other bread now. I had the basic breakfast which was exactly that and we also got the cinnamon roll. I am very picky with cinnamon rolls and this was one of the best I've ever had! I noticed there were no pictures of it so I'm adding one for you!! read more

The Pechanga Cafe - New American Near Me - Temecula, California

I have been coming to Pechanga Resort and Casino for years, and the Pechanga Café has always been my family's go-to spot for a quick breakfast fix. The restaurant is conveniently located next to the bell desk and casino tower. We visited around 12 PM, and they were already serving the lunch and dinner menu. Fortunately, a few breakfast classics were still available. My parents ordered the breakfast platter while I went with the club sandwich, which I highly recommend on sourdough. For only $17, the portion was humongous and incredibly satisfying. The food was excellent overall. The only downside was the service, which could definitely be improved. It took a few tries to flag down a server for napkins and creamer, but it was nothing too frustrating. One highlight is the kids menu. The pancake plate is only $10 and comes with fresh strawberries, making it a great option for families. Always a reliable and tasty stop when visiting Pechanga. Also, if you have easy dine points or comped points with Pechanga rewards (only card members), you can easily use them at this establishment! read more

The Pechanga Cafe - New American Near Me - Temecula, California

We came for breakfast and the hostess didn't even greet us. She looked at us, looked around and got two menus and proceeded to walk inside. We looked at each other and followed her. She put the two menus on the table and turned around and walked away. We looked at each other like ok?!?!? We sat down and waited about 10 minutes before we were acknowledged. The waiter finally come by and took our order. The food didn't take too long and it was not bad but my steak was a bit cold. I asked for another coffee and our waiter left never brought it back. Later we asked for refills and he took a long time to come back and when he did he set the carafe on our table. None of the staff were friendly or smiled. It was very uncomfortable. Didn't enjoy my breakfast, overall staff vibes were whack. read more

The Pechanga Cafe - Chilaquiles. Had flavor but my steak came a bit cold - New American Near Me - Temecula, California

I appreciate the plant based option here, the older woman that was a host gave me a little attitude when i asked if they had tap pay lol but other than that my waiter was excellent Pablo helped me and was super attentive and kind! he even wished me luck at the casino :) It was a slow Monday afternoon so it was kinda quiet relaxing. The burger was juicy for it being plant based it was perfect! read more

The Pechanga Cafe - Plant Based Burger and fries - New American Near Me - Temecula, California

Came here for the FIRST time with my wife! We were craving for a good American breakfast place and we were so glad we tried the Pechanga Cafe! SERVICE was excellent 4/5... PARKING in the self parking lot was FREE and lots of availability on a weekend morning... We ORDERED the lobster omelette with an OJ to share and it was delicious. I usually prefer my eggs more well done but, they made it nice and soft. I had add a little more salt to the eggs and hash browns. The portions was just right for 2 people. The bagel came with cream cheese... Afterwards we took a stroll and tried our luck on the slot machines! As my wife would say: ROCK ON PECHANGA CAFE!! read more

The Pechanga Cafe - Lobster omelette and bagels - New American Near Me - Temecula, California

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Everything taste good, and was good quality. The servers are friendly and attentive. The restaurant is relaxing and clean. I would compare the food to the cafes at Mandalay Bay or the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas. read more

Pechanga Café is always a solid choice, having been there before, but this visit was truly elevated because of the hostess, Jayzel. From the moment I arrived, she greeted me with such warmth and professionalism that it instantly set the tone for a great experience. She was friendly, attentive, and incredibly organized--even during a busy rush, she made everything feel smooth and welcoming. Jayzel went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable, seated promptly, and genuinely cared for. Her positive attitude and calm confidence are exactly what great hospitality looks like. It's clear she takes pride in her work, and it shows in every interaction. Employees like Jayzel are the reason people come back. Huge kudos to Pechanga Café for having such an outstanding hostess--she's a true asset to the team! read more

It was a nice early dinner. Simple, All American chilli cheese dog was hot served just like I asked. Tasted great, customer service was great and knowledgeable with upsell. No one bothered me while I ate with cleaning, ect. Ambiance was just what I was looking for and didn't even know i read more

The Pechanga Cafe - New American Near Me - Temecula, California

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We really enjoy the cafe. They are 24 hours which is nice when you want that late night snack. We went there twice once for breakfast and the other was a late night snack. We enjoyed it. I got steak and eggs and though it wasn't huge or beautiful the steak was cooked the way I like it. Good hotel/resort spot for sure. read more

The Pechanga Cafe - Monte Cristo - New American Near Me - Temecula, California

I ordered the Pechanga Burger. If you desire to enhance your jawline, this is the burger for you. The meat, bacon, and bread were exceedingly hard. Each bite I took was challenging and felt as though my jaw was undergoing a workout. It is not worth the $19. read more

Don't bother wasting your time here. We came in early for breakfast, only had a couple of other people seated. Waited 10 minutes for someone to take our order. Walked out after that because clearly no one there cares about their job and good customer service. Stay away from this place unless you like to be ignored. Zero star should be the rating, not even deserving of 1 star. read more

This cozy cafe is located in the casino lobby close to registration. It's well decorated and has spacious ceilings. The service was fine and we were seated relatively fast. The very nice waiter made some menu recommendations and we absolutely loved it. I ordered the chilaquiles plate with carne asada. It was very flavorful with a homemade sauce and tender cut of marinaded skirt steak. Prices are a bit high for cafe food but with your Pechanga player's club points discounts, it's very reasonable. We like this cafe! read more

The Pechanga Cafe - Chilaquiles comes w/ carne asada - New American Near Me - Temecula, California

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The Pechanga Café hits every note--chill vibes, fast service, and food that slaps. Late-night cravings? Handled. Breakfast after blackjack? Nailed it. Total hidden gem in the casino grind. read more

The Pechanga Cafe - Desserts menu as of 6-27-25 - New American Near Me - Temecula, California

This is my favorite breakfast joint , the staff are always smiling & Greet you like a king , there OJ is kind of expensive but it's delicious & dress , I recommend to everyone the fact that there open early in the morning works for me read more

We know we can always find good food at other restaurants, but we choose to eat regularly at this place because of one special reason -- Jayzel!! She's always so welcoming and brings such a fun, uplifting spirit. Even when I've had a rough night at the casino, her positive energy makes everything feel a little better. Jayzel is incredibly hardworking, has great work ethics, and an amazing personality. Your café is truly lucky to have her! read more

I want to start by saying that my service here at The Pechanga Cafe was wonderful. Sydney and Diego were so nice and accommodating. I had a Expresso Martini along with some coconut shrimp. Both were great. However, the service was great. I will definitely come back again read more

The Pechanga Cafe - Expresso Martini - New American Near Me - Temecula, California

My husband and I came here on a Saturday night and it wasn't too busy, but the food was good. I had the turkey dinner and really enjoyed it and my husband had the fish and chips and said that was really good as well. Service was excellent and I would definitely dine here again. read more

The Pechanga Cafe - Turkey Dinner - New American Near Me - Temecula, California

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Pros: open 24 hours and they serve breakfast all day. Can use club dollars and dining credit here. Our server Janine was attentive, filling drinks and telling us she's checking on the kitchen for our food. She was very apologetic that our meals took a very long time (about 30 minutes) to come out. I had the chilaquiles with eggs over easy. It was fine/edible but I probably was tired of waiting to really enjoy it. Won't likely be back, unless it was to order food to go and I had utilize dining $ read more

The Pechanga Cafe - Chilaquiles - New American Near Me - Temecula, California

Lollipop is a very nice and delightful person. My daughter did not want to eat. Lollipop convinced her somehow to order a Strawberry Banana Smoothie. Need more servers like Lollipop. Thank you read more

Service is pretty fast so the wait times go by very quickly on the weekends. My kids enjoyed their pancakes and bacon for brunch. We also ordered Omelettes with sides of sausages. Coffee was ok. The host and servers are very nice and friendly. We enjoyed our stay at this resort and having the cafe just steps away from the lobby. We can't wait to be back! read more

The staff is always amazing and the food is good. But honestly the prices $44 for a cheeseburger and a waffle, not good for Seniors.

The food are actually good and fresh but their management need some improvement. We had lunch there and everything went well.Our server was nice,Polite and always checking on us but when we went back for dinner (It's Saturday Dinner) we are the only couple in line and half of the restaurant was empty but the host told us that it's gonna be 45 minutes wait.And of course we didn't see any reason to wait for that long,So we left. I have read a review from someone else before that said it's because they don't have enough server.I don't know that for sure but if that was the truth.How about have your server take more table,So you can have more customers or hiring more server or anything that you can pack your whole entire restaurant with a customers if you really care for the business because you are losing customers by doing this. If we ever go back there,We might go back for breakfast but I'm not sure for dinner. read more

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It's nice that this restaurant is located closer to the hotel towers and away from the casino. Great to have a meal without having to hear the bells and chimes of all the machines. The full breakfast menu is available until 11:30am but they do have a limited number of breakfast items on the lunch menu. For instance, you can get eggs Benedict in the morning, but not after 11:30am. Nothing is cheap anymore (August 2024). Burgers are almost $20 with tax and tip. Nice sized burger that includes a side of fries, onion rings or fruit. Of note, they will not do half fries / half rings. The previously mentioned eggs Benedict is reasonably priced for these days - $14. The hollandaise sauce has a bit too much mustard taste for me. Comes with breakfast potatoes that has onions and green peppers mixed in. Of note, you can fries or sub onion rings for hash browns (my wife did this on her breakfast plate). Service depends on who you get - our first meal had a very friendly, attentive server - our second meal had an efficient server, not that friendly and we had to call to him for refills. If you are staying there and gambling, be sure to charge it to your room. Before you check out, call down to see if you played enough for them to comp some or all of the charges. Biggest negative for restaurants in this area and the hotel guests is that self-parking is a long way away. Valet is right out in front of this area. So if you are fine with valet, it should work great. Otherwise, expect to hoof it a bit to get your meal. Enjoy! read more

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