As a pass-through visitor, thought that a lunch at what looked like downtown San Rafael's classic diner would fit the bill. Lots of less-than-optimal issues - it's a little tired (not in a charming way, more like in a 'we don't own a duster' way); a handful of dishes were unavailable due to them being out of some staple items (no chicken? no potatoes? hmmm); the staff seems to be muddling through, but the frustration on their part was obvious.
What we did order was solid, but unremarkable.
I hope the proprietors find a way to turn it around as every downtown "main st" needs a good place like this.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Khris Pool
Enjoyed being the first to dine inside on Sunday morning. Jessica took great care of us.
Parking: Super easy on a Sunday morning. On the other days you may have to search for street parking.
Wheelchair accessibility: Yes prepare for minor wait
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy French Toast, Eggs Benedict
James Marshall
One of my top three favorite spots for grub. Very good food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Claire Smith
This was a fantastic find while only travelling through!! The atmosphere was welcoming and the food was excellent and portions were huge! A definite stop when we drive through again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Corned Beef Hash
M D
I LOVE breakfast. Was craving a big giant breakfast burrito. Came here and watched all the action at the counter and yummy breakfast items being prepared and plated. The line chefs were amazing and had such a rhythm. I enjoyed my breakfast burrito with a splash of hot sauce!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Ecotool
Always loved coming here in the past. Went today on my Birthday. Had the Rubens and the BLT for my brother. Felt very pressured to order. Food was awful. Such a disappointment. Will never go back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 2
Kimberly Hodges
this place was amazing, and the after hour tacos, just as good. please go check them out. the orange juice is to travel back to.. our server Ashley was amazing. please support and show love
Michael Bergstrom
Good local food!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Eric Bergstrom
Great breakfast !!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Big Breakfast Burrito, Crispy French Toast, Grits Cheese and Scrambled Eggs, Giant Breakfast Burrito
Jordan Shore
I think they changed ownership at some point, and ruined the food.
Theresa and Johnnys used to have the best pancakes on Earth. It was my favorite breakfast spot anywhere. They changed their menu and ownership or something, and now they are just mid pancakes. I could say similar about the rest of the menu, but the loss of the old pancake recipe is a real shame. Those pancakes were massive in diameter, but thin, and somehow still bubbly and fluffy, and the maple syrup was so good. The place was always packed so I have no idea what went wrong or why they sold it.
We came here on a recommendation after spending the night in the area. I was surprised it was not crowded at 9 am on a Sunday morning, but ok. The atmosphere was old school diner. Food came out hot. I had the crispy French toast. If you think that sounds decadent, it is. Italian sausage and potatoes were tasty. Wife ordered the ham and eggs, and was disappointed the ham was not a ham steak. The downtown was cute, but I guess not the hotbed on Sunday mornings. I'd come again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy French Toast
Kimberly Howe
I noticed that this place has indoor and outdoor seating. 4th Street is a rather busy location but if you don't mind you can sit outside. They've taken roughly three parking spaces and turned it into an outdoor patio. The inside has a real Island flare to it. I had one Soul mission in going there and that was to try the Monte Cristo. I did not dine in I got it to go. I have searched from El Dorado to San Rafael to try and find a real Monte Cristo. There are those that would boast that they make one, but I'm not sure they know what a real Monte Cristo is. This is the real deal! Be prepared, this is not heart healthy, vegan or low calorie in any way shape or form. It is fried and oozing with yummy goodness. Well done Theresa and Johnny for making a real Monte Cristo! Disney would be proud. ( One item to note, they do not provide preserves to go with the sandwich they provide syrup. Not sure if they would give you preserves or not, as I had it to go. Since they do breakfast I am sure it's available.)
Parking: There is street parking if you can find it. These are metered. You can also find a parking lot around the corner with paid parking.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Carol Spizman
Fantastic! We were enroute from the Airport after an early morning flight and famished! We just pulled off the 101 and a man pointed us unequivocally to this place. Friendly, great vibe, pretty fast and when the food came- dig in, it's delicious and huge portions! Chile verde breakfast and chicken fried steak for my son. So good. Check it out!
As a pass-through visitor, thought that a lunch at what looked like downtown San Rafael's classic diner would fit the bill. Lots of less-than-optimal issues - it's a little tired (not in a charming way, more like in a 'we don't own a duster' way); a handful of dishes were unavailable due to them being out of some staple items (no chicken? no potatoes? hmmm); the staff seems to be muddling through, but the frustration on their part was obvious.
What we did order was solid, but unremarkable.
I hope the proprietors find a way to turn it around as every downtown "main st" needs a good place like this.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Enjoyed being the first to dine inside on Sunday morning.
Jessica took great care of us.
Parking: Super easy on a Sunday morning. On the other days you may have to search for street parking.
Wheelchair accessibility: Yes prepare for minor wait
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy French Toast, Eggs Benedict
One of my top three favorite spots for grub. Very good food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was a fantastic find while only travelling through!! The atmosphere was welcoming and the food was excellent and portions were huge! A definite stop when we drive through again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Corned Beef Hash
I LOVE breakfast. Was craving a big giant breakfast burrito. Came here and watched all the action at the counter and yummy breakfast items being prepared and plated. The line chefs were amazing and had such a rhythm. I enjoyed my breakfast burrito with a splash of hot sauce!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Always loved coming here in the past. Went today on my Birthday. Had the Rubens and the BLT for my brother. Felt very pressured to order. Food was awful. Such a disappointment. Will never go back.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 2
this place was amazing, and the after hour tacos, just as good. please go check them out. the orange juice is to travel back to.. our server Ashley was amazing. please support and show love
Good local food!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Great breakfast !!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Big Breakfast Burrito, Crispy French Toast, Grits Cheese and Scrambled Eggs, Giant Breakfast Burrito
I think they changed ownership at some point, and ruined the food.
Theresa and Johnnys used to have the best pancakes on Earth. It was my favorite breakfast spot anywhere. They changed their menu and ownership or something, and now they are just mid pancakes. I could say similar about the rest of the menu, but the loss of the old pancake recipe is a real shame.
Those pancakes were massive in diameter, but thin, and somehow still bubbly and fluffy, and the maple syrup was so good.
The place was always packed so I have no idea what went wrong or why they sold it.
One of the greatest losses in food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
Says open, is not open.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
We came here on a recommendation after spending the night in the area. I was surprised it was not crowded at 9 am on a Sunday morning, but ok. The atmosphere was old school diner. Food came out hot. I had the crispy French toast. If you think that sounds decadent, it is. Italian sausage and potatoes were tasty. Wife ordered the ham and eggs, and was disappointed the ham was not a ham steak. The downtown was cute, but I guess not the hotbed on Sunday mornings. I'd come again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy French Toast
I noticed that this place has indoor and outdoor seating. 4th Street is a rather busy location but if you don't mind you can sit outside. They've taken roughly three parking spaces and turned it into an outdoor patio. The inside has a real Island flare to it. I had one Soul mission in going there and that was to try the Monte Cristo. I did not dine in I got it to go.
I have searched from El Dorado to San Rafael to try and find a real Monte Cristo. There are those that would boast that they make one, but I'm not sure they know what a real Monte Cristo is. This is the real deal! Be prepared, this is not heart healthy, vegan or low calorie in any way shape or form. It is fried and oozing with yummy goodness.
Well done Theresa and Johnny for making a real Monte Cristo! Disney would be proud.
( One item to note, they do not provide preserves to go with the sandwich they provide syrup. Not sure if they would give you preserves or not, as I had it to go. Since they do breakfast I am sure it's available.)
Parking: There is street parking if you can find it. These are metered. You can also find a parking lot around the corner with paid parking.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fantastic! We were enroute from the Airport after an early morning flight and famished! We just pulled off the 101 and a man pointed us unequivocally to this place. Friendly, great vibe, pretty fast and when the food came- dig in, it's delicious and huge portions! Chile verde breakfast and chicken fried steak for my son. So good. Check it out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Solid breakfast options and cool decor
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
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