Ramona Cafe
American, breakfast, burger, diner, pancake, sandwich · Ramona
About Ramona Cafe
In the heart of Ramona, we've created a cozy neighborhood gathering spot where warm smiles and fresh-baked treats await. Inspired by our storied location, we serve up American comfort fare with a twist. Our jumbo cinnamon rolls are a local favorite, made with love just like grandma used to make. We'...
In the heart of Ramona, we've created a cozy neighborhood gathering spot where warm smiles and fresh-baked treats await. Inspired by our storied location, we serve up American comfort fare with a twist. Our jumbo cinnamon rolls are a local favorite, made with love just like grandma used to make. We're proud to offer a classic diner experience, paired with creative twists on breakfast favorites. Come savor the flavors and enjoy the warm atmosphere of our Main Street cafe, where friends and family can gather 'round over a delicious sandwich or satisfying burger.
What Customers Say About Ramona Cafe
Ramona Cafe is a beloved spot known for its generous portions, friendly service, and delicious food. The cinnamon roll featured on Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives is a must-try, and many rave about the breakfast options and chicken fried steak. Some mention the need for updating the interior.
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Tip: The cinnamon roll is huge, so one is enough for at least 4 people. Consider dining in to enjoy it warm.
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A great American family run Cafe. Come hungry because you'll enjoy excellent food in large portions. I loce the meatloaf and gravy dinner and my wife had perfectly cooked fish and chips.
Every time I go there its a good experience. The owner is awsome! And still waits tables. I think best place for breakfast in Ramona.
A few times a month, I drive 35 minutes just to go to Romona Cafe. Great food and atmosphere for your local cafe type dining. Tons of great food and tons of great service. Went yesterday and was rewarded with the kielbasa sausage scramble, fresh tomatoes, plenty of good coffee, and great service! Winning. Today I was greeted with the spectacular waitress remembering my "usual order" and coffee. Seafood scramble with grilled tomatoes!! Winning! Brunch today was the kielbasa scramble again. Owner Dalia greeted me with a big hello and a hug, "Merry Christmas". Things to remember, Breakfast served all day!!
The cinnamon roll is amazing and I wish i had a photo. it was featured on Diners, Driveins and Dives. it is pecan. their food is good and the service is too. I love the stuffed french toast
Excellent food and service. Fresh cut potatoes and delicious salsa. ABC omelet is delicious. Coffee is great. Only negative would be the chipped coffee cups. All of our cups were chipped on the lid.
I was visiting after not being in Ramona for nearly 10 years. I wanted to try some local places I never went to when I lived there. I was pleasantly surprised! First, it was a Saturday morning, but I was able to be seated immediately. The kids who work here were friendly, attentive and obviously take their jobs seriously. The manager, Dalia, was very sweet and took orders as well as served customers their food. I got a waffle with bacon. The waffle was perfectly crispy and the bacon was far better quality than I typically see in diners.
A friend told us to get the chilaquiles for breakfast and we did. We got the green sauce and added chorizo with over medium eggs and they were delicious! We also shared a great tasty waffle. The service was surprisingly awesome for a Ramona eatery. The servers were very attentive and a team of 5 different people checked up on us and refilled our drinks and asked if we needed anything on a consistent basis. We felt very taken care of and happy with the service for sure. Pictures posted are after I split the plate with my husband already.
Excellent food & service! Never a disappointment on our order. The place needs some updating and still keep it's rustic look. The booth seats as you enter were repaired with tape and needs re-uphostering. Cafe is pet friendly and offers outdoor seating. Strawberry yummy jam looks home made. My blueberry pancakes were amazing! I was so excited to eat and forgot the photos!lol!
We truly loved our experience! The young ladies that serviced our large group were on it, they went above and beyond to ensure a memorable dining experience!!! They provided us with EXCELLENT Customer Service! Our servers were not only attentive and friendly but also provided fantastic recommendations. The food was outstanding, and cooked to order! There were no complaints everyone received what they ordered. Very budget friendly! Portions were very well served! We'll definitely be back!
I ordered on DoorDash and asked for a candle on my birthday because I was going to be alone AND THE LOVELY PEOPLE HERE SENT A A CANDLE W SWEET NOTES AND A CUPCAKE. I actually had a terrible birthday and it was so nice to see and really cheered me up. Food was delicious too so whoever was working on the 22nd , bless you.
We were in the area on a weekend getaway celebrating my husbands birthday and we picked this pet friendly restaurant not only to try the 1/2 pound cinnamon roll but also because of the owner Dalia's story. Originally a busser, she worked her way up to general manager over the last 33 years and amazingly accepted became owner last year. Her pride, commitment, and dedication to making this little spot what it is is truly commendable. It made the experience even better when we found out that Dalia herself was the person taking our order and caring after our table. An owner, on the floor, taking orders and delivering food along side her staff. If that's not commitment I don't know what is. Food was great, service amazing, and the story pricless. If you're going thru Ramona, CA please support this business. 🙏 ❤️
WoW! We both ordered the chicken fried steak with eggs and hashbrowns. It's probably one of if not the best chicken fried steaks I've ever had. Hand made in a world of pre-ordered and the pepper gravy has just a hint of pepper but with an oh so ever tiny bit of sweetness to it. Asked for the salsa for the hash browns, which was also made in-house, and some of the best I've ever had! Great flyer with just enough kick! We've already decided on a return trip to Ramona just to try more items! The service was FAST, especially for everything being made in-house and as friendly as it could be. Five stars across the board from me and the wife!
Love this cafe! Right in the heart of downtown Ramona, on the way into Julian or Borrego Springs. The food is delicious, and the menu is expansive! One of those places that really has something for everyone. Great burgers, and amazing breakfast! Definitely recommend any of the omelettes, or the burgers, or ANYTHING!! My favorite has to be the Flamethrower burger, it has a nice kick with the jalapenos on it. One of those places that really has that hometown vibe. Definitely stop by!!
My husband and I decided to take a little Drive to Ramona (from Lakeside) to try out a new breakfast place which I picked out on the drive up. I decided on the Ramona Cafe, and I'm glad I did! Our food was excellent, and our waitress, Kelsey, was outstanding! We didn't get the cinnamon roll that was featured on Triple D, but we WILL be back!
Delicious breakfast and excellent service. We were in a bit of a hurry and we let them know and they got us in and out in 30 minutes! Definitely get a cinnamon roll to go. Definitely don't get one per person, they are gigantic! One feeds at least 4 people. Probably better there, served warm, if you have room in your stomach. I took half of my breakfast burrito to go it was so much food!
The food here is amazing! I went here with my family. I got the Smokehouse Burger, which was delicious; the barbecue sauce and onions are so good. My family got the ABC burger, Reuben sandwich, and “The Kitchen Sink”; they all said their dishes were great. The service was excellent, our servers were very friendly. The atmosphere was more country-style. I really enjoyed my time here, and would return.
ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS! We stopped in for the huge Cinnabon that was featured on Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives, but - ALL the food was absolutely amazing! They have the best biscuits, hands down. It even held up well as leftovers the next day. The portions are very generous and well worth a visit. The staff was super friendly and efficient too. Don't roll through Ramona without stopping in!
After a long hike at Eagle Rock we were seriously hungry. I had seen them on Diner Drive in & Dives and we had to try out the cinnamon roll. We were going to take it home but it didn't make it to the take out box! The Eggs Benedict was on point as was the chicken friend steak. Service was outstanding and we never had to wait for refills . If you like older diners where everyone knows your name come here :)
Such a cool place. We've been here several times, and its always consistently very good. Their biscuits and gravy are a favorite as is the chicken fried steak. My husband got a new meni item, bourbon French toast, and it was delicious! Thick toast, browned perfectly. Breanna was very welcoming and attentive. We'll be back!
Comfort food, quite popular with the locals. Nice hometown- cookin' country restaurant. Food was under seasoned and relied heavily on the cheese and salsa for flavor. If you're vegan or vegetarian, very few options are available. You can get fruit (no berries) or plain oatmeal. Coffee was fresh and good. Street parking is available. They had their HUGE cinnamon roll available which was featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. It's not always available and certainly worth a try when it is. One is enough for up to 4 people to share. Good attentive service with a home-y atmosphere.
Ordered chicken fried steak eggs over medium and potatoes. Breading came off of the hamburger patty they called a steak, eggs were over well and the little scoop of potato was plain. The gravy was good and the salsa was just tomato but it did have a bite. I had not eaten there in a while and it was not as good as I remembered. The place down the street does a better job on the same items for the same price. Service was adequate.
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