50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants El Cajon

“Grand Slam of a place ! Been coming since childhood and never disappointed.“

“Fresh and tasty food in a nice environment.“

“Food is always on point and the people very friendly. But I wonder how important cleanliness is, it feels that everytime I go, the tables and floor are a mess. I get that a lot are disgusting and don't know how to clean after themselves, but as a restaurant, they should consider cleaning the dinning area. Hope this doesn't come off in a wrong way, but that's an important part in my opinion.“

“Really good food. Extremely attentive staff. Thank you for a wonderful 40th Anniversary dinner!“

“my husband and I came here with our good friends to celebrate her birthday (and she’s really old) lol and we had Brandy as our server she was fantastic!.“

“Stopped in for a late lunch and witnessed the GM, Philip, handle an erratic and aggressive customer with calm and utmost professionalism. He apologized to us for the incident, although clearly he was not responsible for that person's rude behavior. We had delicious sandwiches and enjoyed the pleasant atmosphere. We WILL be back!“

“Loved everything we got tonight, the chicken sandwich, pulled pork, amazing! So were the fried Mac and cheese balls!!!!“

“Awesome food. It never disappoints. You’ll be glad you came.“

“banana cream espresso was worth the 7$ so good“

“Loved Saturday, and Sunday breakfast at Gillespie Field. A great staff of folks, and a must visit if your only on vacation.“

“Best chicken shawarma wrap I’ve ever had in my life, and the nicest people serving too! Definitely should try this food truck if you are downtown!“

“Great tasting food wonderful service“

“Me encanto el lugar que es muy familiar♥️“

“Very good food and very good service“

“Amazingly consistent…Every bite feels like the result of years of perfecting balance and flavor. You can taste the care and craft that goes into every sandwich — from the fresh ingredients to the thoughtful layering. Whatever you order, it’s always just right. Truly a masterpiece in sandwich form.“

“Whoever was on the grill tonight (3/21/2026) you did an amazing job with my double double and the char on the patties. Whoever chopped the peppers however, may both sides of your pillow be very warm. Idk if you chopped them with a vengeance but these peppers are the hottest things I’ve ever had in my mouth. I thankfully was able to take a few bites of this amazing burger before being hit with the peppers and instantly seeing the fires of hell. These peppers have truly ruined my night and my tongue/lips. But I’ll be back regardless cause this burger was delicious before satans peppers entered my mouth.“

“This place gets pretty busy on weekends! The parking lot may be full but you can still park along the street. It’s pretty large so there’s usually seats. I love the borracho fries, so good! Also the pulled pork and the cheeseburger are tasty too. The service is good as well. My one complaint is they run out of their popular items by 2pm, tri tip and hot links get sold out really fast. I know they can only bbq so much but maybe add some more of the popular meats?“

“I love this place. I love many items on their menu. Here are few: Ribeye Tikka is amazing. Their Hummus and Falafel is so good, falafel is crispy. Their shawarma wraps and plates are so satisfying. Their house made chips reminds me of Baghdad Iraq. Fattoush salad is so good. And most importantly great service and people 🫶😊❤️“

“This is really a hole in the wall just like in Mexico. The best food comes out of those places. The food is fresha nd hot and very good here. We love the tacos. I ordered the chilawuiles and didn't care for them they doused them in sour cream it jsut was not good. All the other food I have had was so good.“

“I have eaten Vietnamese cuisine throughout California, and Grandpa Tao ranks among the best. In addition to the amazing tastes, the casual restaurant is friendly and comfortable. Ingredients are fresh, the environment clean and relaxing. I particularly recommend the Pho, the Rice Vermicelli (try it!) and the Shaking beef. You'll like it.“

“I like the bean burritos.“

“Great place with great food and great service, will definitely come back!“

“I went to Hilltop Deli today for lunch for a standard (my basic) roast beef sandwich; roast beef, lettuce, tomato, onion, on sourdough. Not only was the sandwich on point, it came with my choice of side (I wasn’t expecting). It was all so good and I have no need for dinner tonight. Well worth the visit. Staff is A+, too.“

“Love it there, the lady and son and workers are really nice 👍“

“Gyros House in El Cajon is a great spot for anyone looking for flavorful Middle Eastern and Mediterranean food at an affordable price. The restaurant is well known for its fresh ingredients, generous portions, and friendly service. Popular menu items such as the chicken shawarma, gyro sandwiches, and falafel are packed with flavor and served with warm pita bread and tasty sauces. Although the restaurant has a simple food-court style atmosphere, many customers enjoy the quick service and quality of the food. Overall, Gyros House is a solid choice for delicious and satisfying Mediterranean cuisine in El Cajon.
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“This is frequently our pit stop on rides. We love Main Street Donuts & Deli. Great food, great service.“

“muy rica la comida, muy buena atención y excelente chef“

“Tabbouleh to start, perfect, side bread was perfect, and the falafel sandwich is perfect, not the falafel i was used to but a grilled burrito style and done so well that i am now a convert. The server was great, so helpful and patient (i sometimes require patience, but hey so does serving in general right?) and the owner was very gracious when i enthusiastically praised the food. Highly recommend“

“La Casitas Grill and seafood went above and beyond to support a local fundraiser the rice,beans, and fajitas were delicious. We can't thank you enough for not just feeding the community but being part of it. Great food served by wonder people. Thank you again and again.“

“Maria’s coffee shop, a hidden gem in the Fletcher Hills area.

It is the perfect place to start your day. It’s a great way to support a local business while enjoying a handcrafted coffee. We love coming here whenever we get the chance and truly appreciate the great atmosphere and hospitality.“

“It was very easy to find and parking on the street, right in front. There was parking in the back but we didn’t use it. We found them on google and were able to peruse their menu prior to arriving. We had the large salad that was made by them after filling out a small order form with what you would like. The proteins were extra. I had the large salad and added egg and chicken. The serving was plentiful and the protein addition was hearty (4 ounces my guess). Two large salads (3 proteins total and two soft drink cans—under $40). My husband needed a restroom and they did not have one for public use. That was a drag. He had to go down the street to find one. The place was relatively clean and there were about 5 booths to choose from. The music was a bit annoying. Staff was friendly!“

“Very nice people and the food is really good.“

“One of the best flavors for taco shops in town. Food quality is amazing and the hot sauce selection is incredible. Only giving 4 stars because the cost of items don't match the portions. I never see this place very busy and I'm sure that attributes to what I'm seeing. Still a great place to go and the owner is extremely nice. I have never seen him take a day off.“

“Love, love, love El Cajon Bistro! It really is the best breakfast in town. Almost as if the North Park brunch scene found its way to east county, and I'm so happy it did. I always get a Benedict, the poached eggs are always perfect and the hollandaise is satisfying. The salsa that came with the breakfast potatoes was SO GOOD. I will be dreaming about it until I can have it again. My grandma and I always come here whenever I am in town. Highly recommend.“

“Good food comes out in good time it's decently priced and good hot sauce . Mite be a small restaurant but Over all good place to get food.“

“I ordered 5 Ground Beef Kabob Skewers , 5 Chicken Tikka Skewers, 1 chicken cream chop, 1 Shawarma Wrap, Rice, Hummus & Salad. Served with Pita Bread, Grilled So when I got home I find out there is only 4 Ground Beef kabob and 4 chicken Tikka And that was so embarrassing for me because I invited 5 people for lunch That was really bad experience“

“Thank u so much mike at Monavala Pizza for sponsoring Erin in the positive direction pageant she won jr miss San Diego central as well as miss congeniality with your generous support!!! She’s so excited to start giving back to the community“

“Delicious!!! Line was long but well worth the wait. First time but definitely not my last. Great Customer service as well.“

“Had a great brunch today with my daughter!“

“This place breaks my heart. Across the street from the park in downtown El Cajon, there is this inviting place. I love the huge outdoor patio with live music, the cafe seating out front and the indoor restaurant and bar. So much potential that promises more than they can deliver. Stars for having great bands outdoors and pretty good food, but every time I go, me and my friends are commenting about how understaffed they are, which of course creates tension amongst the staff (kind of a downer to hear it thoug), but who wants a bitter bartender telling you they can't accommodate a simple request, don't have the beer you want, while you can see it in their cooler, and they don't have change for $100 (on a large food and drink tab) or a food server who is obviously so stressed that we hesitate to order more...hint to the management, if you support your staff, they'll be able to create more sales.
No, they're not that busy, they are just that understaffed, and apparently under supported.“

“My baby girl loves Smoothies and we drive past everyday so figured today we should try it…& I’m so glad we did!! These smoothies are very yummy!! Baby girl drank all of hers and even wanted mine…. We will definitely be back for more soon!“

“I tried Starbuck's cortado for the first time. It was pretty good. It tasted very good and was smooth. It was just a little heavier on the foam than it should have been. Actually, it should not have had the foam.

I liked the cortado, and I really liked the friendly service at this location. The employees were not shy about having a good conversation. This location has a drive thru and plenty of inside seating. It's good for larger groups. The store was very well organized and clean.“

“Fun af. Partner went in. We’re gay. Really welcoming straight pool bar. Won 2. Lost 1. lol. For all you straight dudes…. Couple hot women. Nothing Special. Not a hook up bar. Have gone back several times. Clean. Parking great. Fair prices. Amazing pool players. Check it out.“

“My friend and I were looking for a bar and grill in El Cajon the other day and came across this place and I'm so glad we did! Food was so delicious, drinks were nice and cold AND they have a great happy hour selection! Definitely going back!“

“Very true to Turkish experience for flavors. The baklava was a Turkish style which is a bit softer and has more syrup than an Arab or Pakistani style and it felt like I was back in Turkey. Chocolate baklava was my favorite, the original was a bit too sweet.

The Turkish tea and pistachio latte were the stars of the show. The best I’ve ever had.

Very nice place to come for an hour and relax.“

“Testo Pepesto Italian Restaurant is centrally located on Main Street in downtown El Cajon. It is a great family-owned restaurant with delicious food and friendly service. Best pizza and pasta in El Cajon! They also bake their own tasty bread. Everything is absolutely YUMMY!!!“

“These stores are always very clean. The employees are friendly and they decorate beautiful fro-yo cakes. Everything seems to be run with the customer in mind! Great flavors and toppings too. With new Covid-19 orders, they exceed all requirements. Great job to their team!“

“Good food, good service, fair prices!“

“Best bagels in San Diego county.“

“Muy ricos los tacos de camarón de filete“