The Waffle Factory

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Always amazing service and quality food. April, Katie, Diana, Sophia and Brenda are all wonderful and will make your visit special. Nice casual ambience with "regulars". Most days you will see the cutest Husky chillin outside waiting for his owner. Absolutely love this place. read more

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Yuliana P.

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Old is gold. The waitresses know you by name if you go a couple times! The menu is the tried and true, no fluff. Skillets. Sandwiches. Omlettes larger than a stomach. The hash browns! And on the sweet side..... the waffles. Ambiance is sunny, vintage 50s vibe. Seniors come and dominate the booths (early bird gets the worm as they say). This is an affordable option to get you going on your hikes and travels. read more

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This place is small, but somehow they have enough seating area. The food is so good! Very homestyle cooking. The service is phenomenal and I will definitely be returning to eat here to try other things on the menu. read more

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Cal R.

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Have you gone back to a restaurant that you know it wasn't good the previous time? Well the second try was as bad as the first! Now we don't need to complain about price as prices are crazy everywhere, let's talk about $3.50 for coffee $11 for 2eggs 2 & lousy toast I mean when bread is so old it's falling apart.. tax and all before tip apx $16 to leave hungry.. over at Hulu across parking lot the linguica skillet with fresh peppers / onions/ tomatoes/ cheese and potatoes / toast & coffee $13 before tip ... what's the better meal ? At the end as a treat tiny ice cream the comparison is to show meals cost more but for $20 all in you don't have to leave hungry my fault for assuming the "farmers breakfast " 2/2/2 with include some potatoes & be real breakfast nasty toast to boot no bueno read more

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Hailey H.

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I have ate here a handful of times! The service is always amazing and it is always well maintained. There can sometimes be a wait so just be prepared! The food is very good and it taste fresh! The only downside is the price but overall it is a great establishment! read more

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Leah B.

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The service was excellent. It was busy, but the service was prompt. The food was good and decently priced. read more

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Eric M.

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This is my favorite place for breakfast no competition. Even if the food was horrible the ladies that work there are all so nice I would still come back, seriously the sweetest group. The chef is the egg master! I like over medium well, he makes it perfect every single time. Just like the name their waffles are amazing too. And back to the service, there is no waiting for anything. They're on their A game here for sure. I can't say enough good things about this place. read more

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Cydney F.

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This place was AMAZING my daughter and I were visiting my parents and they treated us to this yummy meal. Katie was a rock star from the moment we walked in until we were patting our bellies leaving. It's a small homey place which was comfortable and relaxed. The food was delicious and listening to the other guests, it's visited often by many locals. We will be back to visit.. and thanks Katie for your outstanding customer service, we felt like we were at home!!! read more

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Cathy L.

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Great local hot spot! The food was tasty, portions, are great. The staff is friendly and timely. Take a book and enjoy an ice coffee! read more

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Anita A.

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Expensive but good food , service is always good when I've been there , it a small place w friendly staff, it's good for tourists driving through escalon . read more

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Janet K.

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Amazing food and service! We had omelettes and a skillet that were top notch and homemade biscuits!! Biscuits and gravy were perfect as were the warm blueberry biscuits! Servers were welcoming and in their feet fast! read more

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Very impressed with food. The bisquick and gravy are delicious but I can't say enough about the service 1 lil lady doing a fantastic job our cup was never empty. read more

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Sadaf D.

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Talk about good country cooking! We ordered the chicken tenders with fries, which was done just right! The chicken was crispy flaky (not greasy) and tasted like real chicken, unlike other places. The fries here are really good too, right crunch, crisp and thickness, and tastes great with BBQ sauce. The patty melt while a little messy was not too greasy, unlike other places. The bread has the right mount of crisp and softness, not soggy at all! The amount of meat and cheese was just the right amount & the sandwich comes with a pickle on the side. The outside or inside may not look like much, but if you want good service and a smiling face to hand you a good, hearty, comforting meal on your way to Yosemite, stop on by! read more

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Jill M.

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Pretty sure the cook has zero experience. One plate was the wrong menu item brought to our table. Hardly any cheese was put on the filly and the patty melt. No onions on the patty melt. Meal took longer than expected to get delivered.....with only 8 other patrons. Restaurant was "out of fries" during lunch. read more

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Dan F.

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Always friendly, attentive servers and good food. Just a special place We love it there.

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Ashley H.

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This place is delicious. If you're passing through and they're open, definitely stop by! You can't go wrong with their waffles, but there's so much other food to choose from too! The service was great and there's plenty of seating without it getting too loud inside. read more

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Theresa P.

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Always great and staff is fun. Good is good and always the way you order it. Go give it a try

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Brian V.

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Very good food and service waitress are very nice. Lots of local old timers so you know it's good.

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Travis H.

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Good service. Okay food. Just overhyped I think. No issues overall, was just hoping that a place called Waffle Factory would be less like an IHOP and more like a My Garden Cafe. read more

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Didier B.

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This is a staple for my family. Best breakfast in the area. Great food especially the specials. also ask about the salsa. It is only there sometimes but it is special. Also I can't say this enough, but best wait staff anywhere. Whether you are a regular or your first time you are welcomed as if you are family. The employees are one of the reasons we keep coming back. I don't live in the area but I find any excuse to make my way over for breakfast. Only downside is due to the size may have to wait but trust me it is worth it. read more

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Carlo D.

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Small Town Diner Appeal. Farm town fancy with a great selection. The servers are friendly and always smiling (smiles are contagious and you can take them to go, at no extra charge). Bring your appetite and patience. It's busy between 9-11 and only open until 3 (still worth the wait). My bride always orders her, "make your own omelet". It's light fluffy and full of flavor (yeah, salt and spice to suit you). I always get the chicken fried steak meal (freshly cooked with eggs and hash browns. Note: a man's appetite is needed to tackle this meal.) We ride our bikes Teri this farm town to enjoy our meal and back home to work it off. Stop by and fill up (it's cheaper than a take of gas). read more

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Macy H.

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Stopped in for a quick bite and once again it never disappoints. Great food and great service. We have been in a hand full of times and will definitely keep coming back. Kayla was our waitress again and she is the best. read more

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Ryan C.

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Excellent food and service! Also well priced! Will definitely be coming back! Servers were very friendly.

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Stopped by on our way home from Groveland, and I'm glad we did. Service was really friendly and attentive. Food was excellent. Solid 5 stars, easily. read more

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Dylan F.

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Food was amazing, the staff was very friendly and attentive. Great place to eat if you are looking for a friendly and flavorful small town diner. read more

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Jay W.

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Stopped in early on our way to Yosemite. The lady working was awesome. Top notch customer service and the food was on point too.

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Sherry W.

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Amazing breakfast place is amazing to find in Escalon . 3rd great restaurant in a little dump of a strip mall. We had a stuffed French toast and biscuit and gravy breakfast the last time. All delicious and way too much food. Waitress made a recommendation to try to accommodate what we wanted that would save us money. The waitresses are very attentive and soo nice. Very genuine. read more

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Lisa V.

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Just passing thru and this is the best place. Katie is a great server and the pork chops are amazing. 10 out of 10 recommend. Great vibe read more

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Richard F.

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We always have a good meal and great service here. The staff is friendly and the food is quality dinner food.

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Whitney R.

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On the way from San fransico to Yosemite area. I highly rate the French toast, waffles, and biscuits and gravy. My husband and 3 year old daughter also loved the sausage and bacon and the hash brown was good as well. Great friendly service! read more

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Delicious! Quick service, great value and an all around great experience! I ordered the skillet special and hubby ordered the chicken fried steak breakfast. No complaints! Would definitely go back! read more

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Great food and service. The ambiance takes you back gives you that home town feel even if you're just passing through.

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Stopped around 10am in after dropping our trailer off at Auto Referral. We sat in booth right away, April, our waitress greeted us, gave us menus took our drink order. April was the only waitress working at that time. I ordered the cougar omelette with side of sliced tomatoes and coffee...delicious. Top off my omelette with their house made salsa, yummy. April was amazing, she waited on 6-7 tables with parties of two up to six. Can't forget the amazing cooks, food was delicious, hot, and fast. Will be back and highly recommend...April was an awesome waitress. read more

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Amy C.

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Good place for breakfast like mom used to make on Sunday mornings. Friendly staff and cute little restaurant.

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Caeden M.

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I bought a Denver omelette hash browns and biscuits and gravy. Biscuits weren't dry at all and the gravy had a lot of flavor. Absolutely amazing... the waitress was kind and the food was great. Definitely will be coming back. read more

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J And L S.

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Found this gem like another poster after dropping our 5th wheel off at Referral Auto Group for service . Super friendly and attentive staff. The food was delicious. I had the waffle combo and it was cooked perfectly, bacon crispy as ordered and not burnt. Egg cooked perfectly. Hubby had ham and cheese scramble and devoured it. This place is a don't miss if you are rolling through Escalon and are looking for a great breakfast. Lots of parking, super clean and great value for the money. read more

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Theresa R.

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Found this cute little restaurant by accident and an it's amazing!! The service an food are just fantastic! We will definitely be back when in the area. I'll happily give my 5 read more

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Antonio D. M.

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Needed food! The Waffle Factory appeased our hunger while in Escalon to buy a couple of things at Lopez Imports across the way. We seated ourselves and the service was quick and friendly. I ordered the waffle combo which included a good hot, tasty jumbo waffle & syrup/butter, an egg cooked the way I liked (over-medium) and your choice of 2 pieces of bacon, a sausage patty, or 2 links. Everything was on point and delicious. I just wish the sausage patty was bigger or offered 2 of them & that I could put on the amount of butter I wanted. Solid breakfast. My companions thought their breakfast hit the spot too. Decor could be upgraded but this rarely influences me. It's all about the food and the service. Yeah, and they don't accept debit/ credit cards. I'd come back and try another item on their nice sized menu. Good spot here, try it out if you're in Escalon. read more

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2253 Jackson Ave
Escalon, CA 95320
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(209) 838-8888
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Hours

What time does The Waffle Factory open?

The Waffle Factory opens at 6:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does The Waffle Factory close?

The Waffle Factory closes at 3:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Payment methods

Does The Waffle Factory take credit cards?

No, The Waffle Factory does not take credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does The Waffle Factory have catering options?

No, The Waffle Factory does not have catering options.

Does The Waffle Factory serve alcohol?

No, The Waffle Factory does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does The Waffle Factory allow dogs?

Yes, The Waffle Factory allows dogs.

Does The Waffle Factory have TVs?

Yes, The Waffle Factory has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does The Waffle Factory have bike parking?

Yes, The Waffle Factory has bike parking.

Does The Waffle Factory have outdoor seating?

No, The Waffle Factory does not have outdoor seating options.

Does The Waffle Factory have parking?

Yes, The Waffle Factory has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Validated Parking

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James W.

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15 years ago

I want to give it more stars because I prefer mom and pop places over chains anyday, but in this case, I would keep going onto Denny's. Escalon needs a good breakfast place but this isnt it. It's kind of dirty and the food is just OK. Service was pretty good and the coffee was always hot and full but kind of watery and tateless. The waffles looked good but I didn't order them, perhaps after getting the foul taste out of my mouth and they use a little more elbow grease and cleaner so it doesn't feel so dingy, I will be back to try them again. read more

Dennis S.

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We stop here after church about every five or six weeks. You are always treated with kind words and a smile that are genuine, not the popular "welcome in". The service is excellent, not just from your server but all the staff. The food is very good. I highly recommend. read more

Kyra D.

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7 years ago

I came back and the food is on point! Who ever reads this should go down to the waffle Factory. There food is the best! And Jessica is a really sweet and nice girl and a hard worker! Thank you for the service!!! read more

C T.

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6 years ago

This is a great place to go for breakfast or lunch. The owners and his family are very nice. All the waitresses here are very nice and their customer service is awesome! read more

Linda V.

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7 years ago

Had Breakfast Wednesday June 12,2019 was very good & cooked just right. Our waitress Kayla was great! Will be back!

Robert L.

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5 months ago

# 1 place in Escalon for breakfast and lunch ¡¡!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Sophia L.

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7 years ago

Staff here is amazing. It's pretty inexpensive for the amount of food you get, so worth going to.

John R.

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1

3 years ago

Cozy little spot great place to come and get some breakfast. service were amazing as well.

Ramasubramaniam S.

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4

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13 years ago

Awesome place. Anybody traveling on ca-120 should stop at this place.

Anonymous J.

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3

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15 years ago

The waffles are delicious. Other than waffles the food wasn't good.

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