George's cafe

George's Cafe is a local hotspot eatery that offer foodies traditional meals (breakfast/brunch) in a cozy and welcoming dining experience. It's located on a tiny plaza at 522 E Vine Ave in West Covina. Customers have an option of seating in their rear outdoor patio with street view as well as indoor. Throughout the cafe's interior decor you'll see some iconic cultural figures and the beautiful Virgen de Guadalupe. Their menu has a wide variety of breakfast (American & Mexican) items. I came early morning and ordered a Cafe de Olla and a Veggie Omelette. Both were just okay-typical coffee and breakfast. Service was mildly slow because they only have 1 male server working in that morning. And their customer started to pour in at 08:45 am. I can see he’s struggling taking orders. I almost wanted to assist the male server and I start taking customers’ orders and inquiries. Atmosphere was good. Prices were fair that reflects the quality and quantity of the food or drinks offered. Staff were competent and affable. Overall, this cafe is modest that offers a Mexican home cooked meal. I think there are area in their business that can be improved.

Took my mom here for breakfast and the murals were immaculate. The food was delicious and the service was fast, attentive and so kind. It was such an amazing place to eat with my family.

First time visiting George’s Cafe. Our server was awesome, she asked if I cared for coffee after we sat down and were handed the menus. My son got the Pastrami burger with garden salad and ranch dressing. I chose the short stack pancakes and we shared the chicken tenders and fries. My son said he liked the Pastrami burger although it just had a little too much mustard. The pancakes were light and fluffy with a pat of butter and lightly sprinkled with powdered sugar. The chicken tenders looked overcooked but they were actually seasoned well, the breading was crunchy with juicy white meat. It is a relaxed casual dining place, wheelchair accessible, with patio seating, adequate parking and clean restrooms.

This is the place I have a great time. The food quality is second.To none the prices are reasonable. The movie theme, a blood and blood out is fantastic. Making the atmosphere second to none. This great diner is in west covina, on vine a half a block east of glendora. I totally recommend, and we'll be returning again and again

Looked up a quick breakfast place that we could pick up and it didn’t disappoint. Everything tasted amazing. Normally you sort of expect salty with bacon and sausage but no this was perfect! Went with the basic 2+2+2+2 and a French toast breakfast. Even my picky coworker truly enjoyed the meal. So we will definitely be coming back and trying more of the menu. Owner helped us out and was very kind. Our food was ready when we arrived. Can’t wait to go back. Doesn’t hurt that it’s very cute inside.

First time coming. George was our server and he was very attentive. Got the country fried steak. It was delicious. Love the blood in blood out decor. Good vibes

Great breakfast and service,. The murals and Chicano history here is really fantastic. I got too meet some good people here. Please take time to stop here and have a meal and look at the artwork , murals , Great People.

Although very unassuming we ventured in to an extremely pleasant place. We looked over the menu and received a couple suggestions from George, which we chose. He was very friendly and chatty while at the same time giving us space. The food was amazing and the portions were perfect. If we ever come back to the area we will definitely visit again.

George's Cafe Stepping into George's Cafe felt like a throwback to the golden era of the late 80s and 90s -- and I loved every second of it. The atmosphere is laid-back with that old-school vibe that hits just right. Came here for breakfast with my son -- he liked it, and I did too. The food was tasty and satisfying, and the customer service was just as great -- friendly, fast, and welcoming. I did a video tour of their mural wall, but here's a peek (swipe to see the full thing). The mural? All airbrushed -- pure art. If you know, you know. The detail, the tribute, the culture -- it's more than just wall decor, it's storytelling. Come for the food, stay for the feels. #GeorgesCafe #BreakfastVibes #AirbrushArt #ThrowbackVibes #LatinoArt #OldSchoolFeels #MuralMagic #IfYouKnowYouKnow #ClassicVibes #HiddenGem

My boyfriend and I came in this morning for breakfast and were greeted quickly by a gentleman who seemed to be both serving and waiting tables. We ordered the French Toast Combo with a side of house potatoes, and the 2 by 4 Pancake Combo. I asked for my eggs scrambled specifically (since I'm pregnant and avoiding raw foods). The food came out fairly quickly, but my eggs were served sunny side up instead of scrambled. The staff fixed it right away, which I appreciated, but my plate had raw egg residue from the original eggs. On top of that, I wasn't given the "2 eggs" listed on the menu for the combo. My side of house potatoes never arrived, and while we made sure not to get charged for them at the end, it was disappointing. What stood out most was the service -- once the eggs were "fixed," no one came to check if everything was okay or if we needed anything else. At one point, the server sat down to eat his own food while we were still waiting, and since there was no one else in the restaurant besides the cook, it left us feeling unattended. The ambiance itself is nice -- it has a cool, old-school Chicano vibe that we really liked. Unfortunately, the service issues overshadowed the atmosphere. We had been excited to try this place based on reviews, but realistically, we won't be returning.

George's Cafe is a local hotspot eatery that offer foodies traditional meals (breakfast/brunch) in a cozy and welcoming dining experience. It's located on a tiny plaza at 522 E Vine Ave in West Covina. Customers have an option of seating in their rear outdoor patio with street view as well as indoor. Throughout the cafe's interior decor you'll see some iconic cultural figures and the beautiful Virgen de Guadalupe. Their menu has a wide variety of breakfast (American & Mexican) items. I came early morning and ordered a Cafe de Olla and a Veggie Omelette. Both were just okay-typical coffee and breakfast. Service was mildly slow because they only have 1 male server working in that morning. And customer started to pour in at 08:45 am. I can see he's struggling taking orders. I almost wanted to assist the male server and start taking customers' orders and inquiries. lol. Atmosphere was good. Prices were fair that reflects the quality and quantity of the food or drinks offered. Staff were competent and affable. Overall, this cafe is modest that offers a Mexican home cooked meal. I think there are area in their business that can be improved.

It was our first time trying this spot for brunch this past Sunday. I believe the restaurant maybe be under new ownership or at the very least, newly remodeled. They have an old LA street gang theme to it, think of Blood In Blood Out movie. For brunch we sat on the patio, which was nice, also decorated with the theme. There was a TV outdoors also playing one of those movies. I felt personally especially with it being Sunday, maybe show football to break it up a little bit. They also had a DJ on the patio playing records, Oldies, like old Art Laboe songs. While the live music was a nice touch, again I felt a little overwhelmed by the theme. We ordered breakfast. My husband had a pancake combo and I the tri tip burrito. The food was good, flavorful and served with breakfast potatoes, which were delicious. Price wise roughly $16/plate. The part that I didn't care for was there are no fountain drinks. The drinks, including water and juice, are all cans and bottles with no refills. They do bring you out a cup of ice; however, I feel at the very least, a restaurant should offer their patrons water free of charge. And to that same respect, the drinks were not cheap. If I'm not mistaken, a can of soda $2, a bottle of juice $3, a bottle of water $2. I'm not sure if that's something they're working on getting but it was a negative for me personally.

Very nice cafe.."loved the art work. Food was quick and the waiter was very tentative. Would like to come back on a hungry stomach. Would like to try the waffles.

My veggie omelet was made with fresh ingredients and the service was great! I was a bit surprised they charge for bottled water when you ask for water.

George's Cafe serves satisfying, fresh breakfast food. I ordered the Country Fried Steak ($17.50). The order includes potatoes, two eggs (any style), fried steak, and country gravy (on the side). Food came quickly. I arrived on Tuesday (8:30AM); the order took seven minutes. The country fried steak is delicious! It's lightly battered. The crust is subtly sweet, and the thin meat is hot and flavorful. It's not greasy. Rather, the portion is filling. Next, the potatoes are fresh and tasty; it's crispy outside and soft inside. Yum! The country gravy is also comforting and well-seasoned. Unfortunately, the eggs (I selected scrambled) are underwhelming. The scrambled eggs are salty, flat, mushy, and small. Regarding the location, George's Cafe is very clean. It's well ventilated, and the server is friendly and helpful. For example, the server had forgotten that I chose scrambled eggs; however, when asked, he immediately apologized and quickly fixed the order. [George's Cafe Notes] 1. They do not serve water cups; customers must buy a water bottle for water. 2. Bring cash; there's an additional fee (3.25%) for cards. 3. Parking is limited; the lot is small. Overall, George's Cafe is surprisingly tasty and fresh. The Country Fried Steak and its potatoes are memorable and satisfying. Delicious!

Came to George's Cafe on Saturday around 11:30 am with a party of 8. We were seated and helped right away. Everyone enjoyed their food and had no complaints. We will come again!

I've had this place bookmarked for a while and finally had the chance to visit. Our server was awesome, she asked if I wanted coffee as soon as we sat down and were handed the menus. My son got the Pastrami burger with garden salad. I wanted the short stack pancakes and we shared the chicken tenders and fries. Son liked the Pastrami burger but said it had a little too much mustard. The pancakes were light and fluffy. The chicken tenders looked overcooked but they actually tasted good, crunchy breading with juicy white meat. It's a relaxed casual dining place, wheelchair accessible, with patio seating, adequate parking and clean restrooms.

First time coming here love the customer service. They were very friendly. The food is amazing. They do have breakfast lunch and dinner and I love the atmosphere. The whole blood in blood out. Theme is super cool. Really recommend this place come and check them out.

Food was good. Had the French toast. Coffee was delish. Mary my server was wonderful. Will definitely go back at least once a week now that I have been there. Can't wait to try the lunch menu.

We like to support our local businesses, so we picked this place, had good reviews and it's a local business. Small dining area, with an outdoor patio area available. Menu was extensive, serving everything from breakfast to pastas. We choose two breakfast burritos, one with sausage and the other, avocado burrito, along with a coffee and a can soda. The one guy taking the order and cash at the counter was nice and friendly, the problem is when he delivered our food to our table. Both burritos were small, very underwhelming. Now I've had breakfast burritos on the small side before, but they were priced accordingly, $8 to $9, respectively. This place charged $13 to $14, for that price, they need to throw a little extra something in that tortilla, or maybe a side of hashbrowns?? The taste was ok, egg, sausage and a few potatoes, your standard sausage and egg breakfast burrito. The main factor was that we paid $34 and were still hungry when we left, so 2 stars from me.

Visited for the first time this morning with friends and met Jorge the owner who was very welcoming. My chilaquiles burrito was delicious! Sat outside in the patio as it was a gorgeous day...Jorge even set up a fan for us for comfort. The coffee was delicious and a special treat! Thank you again.

George's Cafe is a local small business tucked away in a very small plaza along Vine Ave. Parking is very limited in front of the store, but parking is available along the street. Dining in and out are options. They offer a good variety of breakfast/brunch items in their menu. Prices are about comparable to other local breakfast/brunch eateries. Service was very friendly and good. Support your local business

I wasn't expecting the food to be as bomb as it was ..I had a breakfast burrito but asked if they could put carne asada in it andake it wet my daughter had the sausage breakfast burrito and it was I gotta say 9/10 .. The two waitresses were kind attentive and all about business the place is a cool vibe with posters from blood in blood out definitely recommended this place ..I just wish they had cheesecake inside joke... great place !!!

Food was delicious! Portions were the perfect size. Don't get to take a pic. We had an order of French toast, chicken & waffles, biscuits & gravy, omelette. Definitely coming back. The only issue I had was the water was bottled. Wish they had tap water .

3.5 stars but rounding up for good service. Popped into George's Cafe on a Thursday mid-morning for brunch. Order at the front before finding a seat. Indoor and outdoor seating available. We personally enjoyed sitting in the covered outdoor patio. The gentleman who took our order also delivered our food and came around refilling water cups and taking our plates when done. Great service. French Toast Combo ($12.50): 2 pieces of halved French toast sprinkled with powdered sugar + a side of maple syrup, 2 eggs (cooked to your liking), and 2 strips of bacon. Personally think the price for this combo is a bit stiff since the two halves of french toast is only one full piece of bread. Bacon was a bit overcooked and burnt on the edges. Denver Omelet ($14.50): - 3 eggs scrambled with peppers, onion, ham & cheese; served with a side of toast and breakfast potatoes. Definitely more worth it than the french toast combo as portion size was great. The potatoes were tender, flavorful, and delicious - especially with a little side of ketchup. Tuna Melt ($12): - Sourdough bread stuffed with melted American cheese and lots of tuna and a side of fries (or fruit). This sandwich had sooo much potential but the tuna had a heavy heaping of salt included. The fries weren't seasoned equally and the top parts were also heavily salted and peppered. Not sure if the tuna is pre-mixed but I'd definitely ask for light salt in the sandwich and fries. George's Cafe is located in a small plaza next to a grocery store/pupusa restaurant combo. Limited parking spots within the plaza but there seems to be ample amounts of street parking available.

I'm still chasing the best country fried steak and this one is right up there! Delicious gravy. Perfectly cooked fried steak and the batter was also delicious. I'd say this is my favorite so far!! The veggie omelette was a bit of a disappointment. The egg was good but as far as veggies it was only mushrooms and peppers. Where's the spinach?? And waaaaay too much cheese. We would've ask for light or none at all. Ended up scraping it out. But service was good and the place had a good out of people coming and going. We will definitely be back!!

Brunch food is my favorite, so I was thrilled to discover this gem near my house. The portions were generous and both plates were super filling. We ordered the chorizo burrito and the 2+2+2+2 combo. They forgot to include bacon in my boyfriend's combo, but as soon as we mentioned it, they promptly brought out bacon and even added extra for us. The service was quick and attentive, and the staff were incredibly friendly. The only downside was the price; at about $40 for the combo and the burrito, it felt a bit overpriced, especially since you can find similar meals for less elsewhere. Despite the cost, the food was delicious, and the excellent service made up for it! :) we'll be back soon to try more on their menu

It's crazy how I never stopped by to try their food. And to my surprise the art on their wall man priceless. I felt like I was at East LA. I like to support small businesses y mas cuando es la raza. The owner was so nice came over to talk to us and told us every 3 months they have someone over to meet and greet. Food was good and the service was good too. I will definitely be coming back soon.

The food is good but not a great value. Burritos are pretty small and overpriced especially since they're mostly made of potato. This place gets packed for some reason. You order at a cashier, pay, and then sit and wait for your food. I ended up paying more here than at another traditional brunch spot serving bigger portions and with waiter service. Overall, the place is clean but small.

I have to start of by saying the host she's very friendly and understanding I had ordered a tea and I forgot I can't have Caffeine and mentioned I needed to swamp it and with out hesitation she accommodated not only that but the food service was fast and very flavorful and good the way we were also greeted from start to end was amazing never felt more welcome any were else , ambience was all awesome love that it's dedicated to blood in blood out one one my favorite movies growing up I would totally be coming again thank you George cafe and staff

This café is located directly off of a main street in a fairly inconspicuous spot. Very nice indoor and outdoor seating areas. It wasn't extremely crowded, but all of the tables were taken. Two tables finished up right he as we were seeking to sit so no issues there. After placing our order, the food arrived more quickly than expected. The staff was friendly and attentive. Overall, the food was very good. I especially loved the burritos. The entrees were filling and everyone left full and happy. My two main concerns had to do with the bill. 1. They charge a 4% credit card fee, and the only alternative payment option to avoid that fee is to use cash. Nobody really carries cash anymore, and I certainly don't carry $100 worth, which is what I wouldn't needed for my family of five. 2. At the time of packing our order at the counter, the cashier tried to push their refrigerated drinks on us, but we didn't want soda or iced tea so I asked for five waters. It wasn't until I reviewed my bill that I noticed that they charged me $2.50 for tap water. This is a very tacky approach to running up checks. The bathroom was dirty.

I give this place a 4.5 primarily on service and freshness of food Let me explain So, I went on Tuesday around 10:30 and there wasn't one customer there. Which is typically a bad sign haha but the reviews and pics of food looked good so we gave it shot I ordered the avocado breakfast burrito and my mom got the patty melt with fries The burrito was solid. It wasn't bursting with flavor and one could say that the burrito was under seasoned. However, the eggs, potatoes, and avocado did taste fresh. They only had green salsa that came with it and it wasn't as flavorful either but it worked. Everything tasted fresh and recently made Mom said that this was one of the better patty melts that she's ordered and gave it a 8/10 which is good for her haha The fries were fresh and crispy with nice seasoning The vibe was pretty amazing. I would love to come back just for the vibe alone. They have an inside and an outside patio that's nicely shaded and decorated Also i love the authentic small business vibe that they had. They had old school pictures and oldies music on, and the service was very personable. The cook helped us at first and then the waiter finished the job taking care of my mom and me. Everyone was polite and the waiter was a cutie with an easy going vibe about him I definitely recommend coming here and checking this place out

If you ever want breakfast I Highly recommend this location. The service is outstanding they go above and beyond. After you order your food and pay you can either sit inside, outside, or have your food to go. As much as I would loved to sit outside it was packed so we dined inside. I love the vibe here the art work, the pictures, the logo were all really cool to look at. The outside was so nice but since it was packed I didn't get pictures of the artwork or flowers. The food was really good I enjoyed everything. The pancakes were my favorite they were fluffy and butter. I got full with the food I had and I shared so they give a good amount of food. The staff checked in on everyone asked if we wanted water and then another person came to see how everything was. This place is my top 3 breakfast spots for sure. 10/10

Found this spot on google! It's definitely a yes! The food was delicious! Customer service is definitely a priority for them. (Clean restroom) I wish we could've sat outside, but it was full. Loved the homeboy mural and oldies playing in the background. And know he didn't! our server brought us a complementary piece of cheesecake! you got to try this place if in the area.

Very disappointed in this restaurant, restaurant hasn't even close yet, has an hour left before it closes. The lady in front that help me ask the boss in if I can sit and order. He hesitated and then said no, to go order only. Two others walked in and left also. Turning away customers. I didn't want to order to go cause my food would have been cold the time I get back home. I'm sure the food is amazing, poor customer service

I was craving French toast and chorizo, so I decided to order the chorizo bowl and French toast combo. Both plates were so good! I ordered and had my food delivered. I did not get a chance to go into their restaurant, however I will be visiting soon. One of the best French toasts I've had in a long time!

The salt and pepper shakers were both sticky-- hadn't been cleaned for a long time. I ordered a Coke and it was in a can and it was hot. She said we didn't put it in until this morning. I asked her why wasn't it put in at night since you know you're opening in the morning and she just shrugged her head. I ordered Chilaquiles and they were burnt so overall I will never come back again. Thank you for allowing me to speak my mind. It is also very expensive!

Came here for lunch. There is an indoor seating and balcony. Indoor decor was pretty cool. It is an order at the counter and sit down cafe. We ordered the French toast with scrambled eggs and sausage and steak sandwich with fries. I had high hopes for this place but it was at most mediocre. The serving size for the French toast scrambled eggs, sausage was small. It was more like a children's meal. The sandwich was a good size but the steak was chewy and bland. It wasn't great. The owner/chef came out and said hi which was cool but I wouldn't come back.

The vibe when we walked was super calm they were coming and attentive, checking in often. The food was ABSOLUTELY delectable 10000000000/10 I'm not one for breakfast burritos but this place really turned me around. And what can I even say about the French toast the first bite was like heaven l! And I have to say the decor is beautiful I had to take a photo! I hope to come again soon with my father :)

Great tasting food! I can taste the quality ingredients in every bite! The menu has great variety which I love because we are a family of four with two picky boys and they love it here. We can all eat something we like and enjoy! Breakfast was great and the pasta was delicious too! Ambience is great. We like the outside patio. The owner is very attentive with great customer service skills. It was a hot day and he made sure we had cool air outside. Very friendly! When you walk out from George's cafe, you feel like a valued customer who was just served a delicious meal! You can taste the love put into the food!

Nice little restaurant. Cozy, has about 8 tables inside and a small patio if you want to eat outside. Priced a little high but food was fresh and delicious. Had an omelette and it was big! Side of potatoes were perfectly crunchy! Great job!

10/10 The food was amazing. My family got the ultimate omelette, french toast & 2+2+2

SMALL portions not worth what you pay. French Toast 3 triangle slices. 2 sausage. Looked like 1 egg.. The food was tasty. GO elsewhere. Especially if you want more serving. Did not have water to offer customers. Had can coke products.

Food and service were great! George made sure to make us feel welcomed. Definitely a come back place!

Been passing by this place many times usually late afternoon and they appeared to be closed; however, I yelped in search of brunch and this place popped up. So I decided to check it out and to my surprised, it is open and was busy! Parking is slim so street parking is recommended. The decors and music reminded me of the 80s. As we walked in, the waitress said that we have to order first before seating. The menu on the wall has many selections. It's a bit in the pricier side with smaller portions because I compared this place to my usual brunch places. Overall, they have good quality food and clean. So it's nice for return visits.

I have ordered here twice ( uber eats ) and I been there once. And let me tell you, will not order from Here again. The two times I ordered , I got the pancake combo. On the menu it says powdered sugar , both times the pancakes came with no powdered sugar. Then I asked for extra syrup and only got one! Both times! Although this may be small but it's sooo frustrating when you expect and ask for something small and they still don't come through! And when I called to complain , no answer. So will not be ordering from here

This is a lil hidden gold mine. If your a burrito fan, they are amazing! The pancakes are fluffy and the biscuits n gravy are out of this world. Fresh homemade ingredients. Give it a try, you will not regret it!

Came here for lunch on a Sunday afternoon! We thought the food was excellent, and had a wide variety of breakfast and lunch options. Seating options are both inside and outside, with a nice little patio outside. It is covered for shade but there's little ventilation besides a portable fan/unit that doesn't really cover the entire patio. Our party had the breakfast bowl, egg sandwich, and French toast combos which were all good. There were no complaints about flavor and portion size- but we all finished our plates completely! The staff was friendly but note that there are limited workers, as a local business. They are definitely hustling though! Appreciate the food, George's!

We decided to try this care due to the good reviews on Yelp. It is located in a small plaza like a like hole in the wall. When we first walked in it was empty and I was a bit skeptical but the owner was very nice and friendly. The food was delicious. A bit overpriced for the amount of food you get in my opinion but it was delicious. The decor was my favorite! They have portraits and paintings from the movie blood in blood out! It's awesome! We were driving back to Phoenix from West Covina so next time you're in West Covina be sure to check this place out.

Found this place on Yelp! Tucked away in La Puente off a side street vine. This sat 3-16 they will have Enrique Castillo · Montana from Blood in Blood Out movie to meet and greet apparently he stops by to eat here he lives in the neighborhood. So they decided to have a little tribute to the movie after the weekend he will be going back to his normal decor but I think it's pretty cool this way.. The owner works here he open the restaurant right before COVID then they had to close but they made it.. must of been the good cooking going on here.. we had French toast, strawberry waffle and breakfast burrito there was 3 of us so we tried a few items they were all good but the waffle was not a big deal something you make at home but it was good. To me it's a little expensive paying over $10 for a waffle and frozen strawberries but what can I say inflation it is what it is. We spent a few hours sitting and talking and getting to know the owner and his story the whole time there were people coming in and out he said the mornings and afternoon is his busiest time. You can by phone or Mobil order. They American like country fried steak to Mexican chorizo and eggs which he says are some of the top sellers. They had a set up for buffet I'm thinking on the weekend. Also they sell real coke in the bottle. Come and support your small business

The service is outstanding. You must try the Cafe de Olla. It's delicious. I don't live in the area. Just passing through town but I would eat there again.

Customer service was great! It's a nice little spot. French toast was good. Ultimate omelet was delish. Cheeseburgers were good. Philly cheese steak was too salt. Croissant sandwich was good. The sides of potatoes were hard and undercooked. Music was good...oldies. Might be back for pancakes.

Great small place to have brunch. I had the BLT and it was amazing. Can't go wrong here for some lunch. Service was quick and on the money. We will be coming back here.

we had the buiscuts and gravy and french toast. everything was so good . Cute set up and decor, very clean. People were nice. Just make sure to bring cash or else there's a 4% charge on the card

Love this cafe! Good food, great hospitality. I would recommend and I will definitely be back.

We ended up here for breakfast on Mother's Day while on a family trip. There is street parking along with a lot behind the restaurant. Entering the restaurant you order by standing in the line and then choosing a seat. The line moves fast and they communicate well if they need to take a phone order. We got two pancake meals (2+2+2) and an omelette meal. The outside seating was available and I found it the best place to sit, they also had a Mother's Day picture backdrop out. The food came out quickly. The best thing about this place is the service. Everyone is attentive, brings any requests quickly and are kind. The chef came out to ask if everything was good and if we needed anything else. Then they brought out a piece of cheesecake with ice cream for Mother's Day as a nice surprise. They invited us back for dinner as well. I can see why people who feel welcomed to come back and bring their families here often.

Great breakfast burrito and cafe de la Hoya. Jorge the owner is so welcoming! I will be coming back here!