Lemon Grove Cafe

3521 Lemon Grove Ave, Lemon Grove
(619) 644-1031

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Lissandro Lopez

I absolutely love this restaurant. I discovered this place about a year ago, and ever since that day I have enjoyed every single moment spent there. The retro 50s style with oldie legendary music just fills the atmosphere with a touch of comfort, sophistication, and happiness. The food was extremely good especially the burgers, with affordable prices. The waiters are also kind and caring.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Fried Steak, Greek Salad, Chilaquiles, Sandwich, Club Sandwich, Nachos

Joan Goodwin

Sat outside with some friends and it was very nice. Service was super, friendly, attentive and efficient. Food was pretty good - had the senior French toast breakfast and it was more than enough and tasty, too

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Arturo Barraza

Great Country Fried Steak and eggs

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Christina Davis

What a hidden gem! A down-home feel like the diners of my childhood, plus excellent service and free coffee refills, just like it should be. Not much to look at from the outside, but luckily the reviews on here did not lead us astray

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

D. Anthony Negatu

Great place to grab breakfast 100%.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Matthew Holt

My lady and I had a great brunch here. The food was really good and the waitresses were very friendly.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

DeadEyeDave

It's almost not fair to leave a mediocre review, given how hard the staff works, but here goes:
I arrived a few minutes before 6PM and stood at the counter for almost 5 minutes before the only server told me to sit anywhere. There was LOTS of seating available, and the place wasn't particularly busy. However, the line server was extremely busy, working very hard to satisfy her customers. It took a full 15 minutes after I entered the building for her to take my order, and another 15 minutes before she brought my Greek salad, which was quite good. I wanted spanakopita but they were all out. I wanted iced tea but they were all out ❓The entree arrived about 10 minutes later, so by the time I began eating the main part of the meal it had been a full 40 minutes since I walked in. I have been here several times before but had never ordered from the Greek or Mexican menus. Some of the gyros and skewered chicken meat was fine but a little dry, and some was overcooked and inedible. The rice pilaf was extremely buttery flavored. The pita bread was oily but tasty until it cooled off, then it was dry and not so good. The portion was HUGE and could easily have fed two people if it had all been edible. There is MUCH better Greek food nearby and I already know (without tasting theirs) that there is much better Mexican food nearby. I think I will stick to their traditional American menu in the future. I believe there was a single cook and perhaps a dish washer. The owner must be trying to squeeze out a profit by running the place with only 2 or 3 staff at a time.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 3

SHASTA ROCZEY

Good food and no wait time on a weekend.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Charles Lipscomb

A little pricey, but it is California 😆

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

John Barsanti

Very nice local café. Great breakfast served all day. Service was excellent.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

anna aguirre

It was my first time going after hearing so many good things about it. Everyone was very friendly, quick service and I really liked the seating options.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Service

Chad Kleymann

Great spot for breakfast! Service was nice

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Rosalina Barreras

Parking is a hit or miss. Weekend is busy. Small eating area. Food quality is great. I always leave satisfied. Menu has something for everyone. I find the price of coffee a bit excessive. Good service. Sitting area is hot. Needs a good AC running constantly.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

james delory

Food was great! Large portions didn’t leave hungry.. service also excellent.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jacqueline Wagner

Perfect diner experience offering delicious food, superb service, and homey atmosphere.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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