Love mary etta . It was my favorite breakfast , lunch place to eat at when i lived in alpine. I love there small boy omellete which really hits the spot when ur hungry. Oh and they also make a biggie omellete of the same ingredients if your really hungry..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs Special, Biscuits N Gravy Breakfast Potatoes, Country Fried Steak
Susana Orozco
Hidden little gem.. friendly staff amazing food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs Special
stefan conlee
Amazing food, amazing prices. This place really makes you feel at home.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hansel V.
Described to me as a country greasy spoon joint ( which already had me sold) I stopped in for breakfast and had a great experience. I couldn't decide on what I wanted so I ended up changing my order three times. Jo and Nora were nothing but the nicest people ever. I wanted to hug Nora after she cooked me an amazing bfast. Everything was PERFECT! Hot coffee, crispy cfsteak, eggs , potatoes cooked to perfection and the gravvvvyyyy omg (drool) Can't wait to make it out here again. Thx ladies!
Tommy S.
They make a mean steak and they have the best service, you come in and they know everyone's name and they have a honest conversation with you. Highly recommend
Emily H
I loved this cute little cafe. It was delicious. The country fried steak and eggs were the most delicious I’ve ever had. And their salsa paired with it adds a great kick. Not too spicy, it’s just right. The seating was comfortable, the staff were extremely friendly and attentive. It was the best meal to have the day after our wedding. I can’t wait to come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs Special, Salsa
Michael D.
Nice little roadside spot but be prepared for a wait especially on weekends because seating is limited but the food and customer service is worth it. It's a popular locals spot so you know it's good especially compared with all the other spots available in Lakeside Basic BreakfastChicken Fried Steak
Griz Hiker
Old fashioned diner. Excellent stick to your ribs type food. Breakfast and lunch only. Small diner with limited seating. Friendly, attentive staff. If there's a line, it's worth the wait.
Was a good surprise find on way to San Diego. Staff very friendly who knew all locals that came in small diner with quick service and we had breakfast fresh and tasty.
Delicious food at a great price. The serving size is also good. A small, quaint diner, with a friendly waitress.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs Special
Robert Neal
Good food great atmosphere been taking my family here over the years... Been recently going with my grandson and taken him to Flinn Springs park next door.. Making memories???✌️
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ham and Eggs, French Toast Combo, Hamburger with Fries, Biscuits
Paul C.
If you want fancy, this isn't for you. It is good hearty down home cooking in a small place I have gone there for the last 30 years and I'd does not disappoint.
Dawn C.
Definitely eat here! My mom, cousin and I found this little gem while visiting. Everything we ordered reminded us of our grandma/mom's cooking. I had perfectly cooked, over-easy eggs and biscuits & gravy. My cousin had an Ortega burger and my mom had a beautifully grilled ham & cheese. The burger patty was nice, thick & juicy. It's small with 4 or 5 booths and counter seating, so there might be a wait. Luckily there was an open booth and we sat right down. All the staff were friendly, warm and attentive. Just like being back at Grandma's house in the 1970's.
April C.
I was very hesitant to leave this review. My family and I felt so unwelcome here. The service was terrible and my husband and I have never experienced what felt like racism. I've never had this thought in my mind until we came here. The food was okay. The cook in the back looked dirty and his hands looked gross and the place had flies buzzing around. Besides that we still can't get over how we felt unwelcome and the only thing in mind would be our race. I will definitely never come back not recommend this place.
Amazing cheeseburger and fries!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Love mary etta . It was my favorite breakfast , lunch place to eat at when i lived in alpine. I love there small boy omellete which really hits the spot when ur hungry. Oh and they also make a biggie omellete of the same ingredients if your really hungry..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs Special, Biscuits N Gravy Breakfast Potatoes, Country Fried Steak
Hidden little gem.. friendly staff amazing food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs Special
Amazing food, amazing prices. This place really makes you feel at home.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Described to me as a country greasy spoon joint ( which already had me sold) I stopped in for breakfast and had a great experience. I couldn't decide on what I wanted so I ended up changing my order three times. Jo and Nora were nothing but the nicest people ever. I wanted to hug Nora after she cooked me an amazing bfast. Everything was PERFECT! Hot coffee, crispy cfsteak, eggs , potatoes cooked to perfection and the gravvvvyyyy omg (drool) Can't wait to make it out here again. Thx ladies!
They make a mean steak and they have the best service, you come in and they know everyone's name and they have a honest conversation with you. Highly recommend
I loved this cute little cafe. It was delicious. The country fried steak and eggs were the most delicious I’ve ever had. And their salsa paired with it adds a great kick. Not too spicy, it’s just right. The seating was comfortable, the staff were extremely friendly and attentive. It was the best meal to have the day after our wedding. I can’t wait to come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs Special, Salsa
Nice little roadside spot but be prepared for a wait especially on weekends because seating is limited but the food and customer service is worth it. It's a popular locals spot so you know it's good especially compared with all the other spots available in Lakeside Basic BreakfastChicken Fried Steak
Old fashioned diner. Excellent stick to your ribs type food. Breakfast and lunch only. Small diner with limited seating. Friendly, attentive staff. If there's a line, it's worth the wait.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs Special, Salsa, Biscuits & Gravy
Was a good surprise find on way to San Diego. Staff very friendly who knew all locals that came in small diner with quick service and we had breakfast fresh and tasty.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
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Delicious food at a great price. The serving size is also good. A small, quaint diner, with a friendly waitress.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs Special
Good food great atmosphere been taking my family here over the years... Been recently going with my grandson and taken him to Flinn Springs park next door.. Making memories???✌️
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ham and Eggs, French Toast Combo, Hamburger with Fries, Biscuits
If you want fancy, this isn't for you. It is good hearty down home cooking in a small place I have gone there for the last 30 years and I'd does not disappoint.
Definitely eat here! My mom, cousin and I found this little gem while visiting. Everything we ordered reminded us of our grandma/mom's cooking. I had perfectly cooked, over-easy eggs and biscuits & gravy. My cousin had an Ortega burger and my mom had a beautifully grilled ham & cheese. The burger patty was nice, thick & juicy. It's small with 4 or 5 booths and counter seating, so there might be a wait. Luckily there was an open booth and we sat right down. All the staff were friendly, warm and attentive. Just like being back at Grandma's house in the 1970's.
I was very hesitant to leave this review. My family and I felt so unwelcome here. The service was terrible and my husband and I have never experienced what felt like racism. I've never had this thought in my mind until we came here. The food was okay. The cook in the back looked dirty and his hands looked gross and the place had flies buzzing around. Besides that we still can't get over how we felt unwelcome and the only thing in mind would be our race. I will definitely never come back not recommend this place.