Javi’s Breakfast Cafe

Javier is the chef and the owner and maybe in December he’s gonna open a new location in Vancouver Washington. He came by the table to say good morning and ask us what we ordered and gave some recommendations for our next visit of things to order. He was very pleasant and friendly as were all the staff. The restaurant is very cute but very tight. The parking lot area is very small so I could see where that would be a problem if your vehicle was too big and they have outdoor seating which seems like they wouldn’t mind you having a small well mannered dog with you but my crazy little pups would’ve been too disruptive. We will definitely visit this place again. My guy said the Chillakilas’s were the bomb. So I had to sample them and yes, the green sauce was amazing. The chips seemed freshly made the chicken had good flavor. We definitely recommend this place.

The Chilaquiles were perfect! Flavorful, and still crunchy! The meat omelette was tasty and well done, but it was the kind of omelette where the extras are in the middle, and not incorporated in. The pancake was fluffy, but didn’t taste like baking soda! Very tasty food!

Food is beautifully presented and tastes great. We enjoyed the seafood and the ham Benedicts as well as a Seattle scramble. The only negative was from the two coffee drinkers in our group who felt that the coffee was bitter and tasted burned... even the fresh pot that was provided on request. Staff was happy and accommodating, so the overall experience was very positive despite the disappointing coffee.

Quaint place found for a quick late breakfast. The inside of the restaurant is larger than first appearance. The wait staff is pleasant, smiling. Menu prices seems a bit high, plenty of options to choose from for this breakfast/lunch diner. Ordered off senior menu to keep portion size lower. Bacon looked good but way too salty for my tastes. Husband had a Monte Cristo that was sky high tall.

Wow! The food was absolutely exquisite. These chilaquiles were, without a doubt, the best I have ever tasted. The burst of flavors reminded me of the last time I savored such a delightful dish in Querétaro, Mexico. My little one ordered the Mexican hot chocolate, and she was completely enchanted by its rich and creamy sweetness. The French toast was nothing short of delightful, perfectly golden and sprinkled with just the right amount of powdered sugar. We appreciated the addition of fresh, vibrant fruit and ingredients that elevated the meal even further. We will definitely be coming back for more of this amazing culinary experience!

Fast & friendly service. Great food with lots of options. Parking lot and quick seating make this a great choice if you’re short on time and don’t want to do the normal brunch wait in Portland.

In the pantheon of small neighborhood diners, there is always a hierarchy—places where your feet stick to the floor and every bite you take is like the spin of a roulette chamber. But when you stumble into the upper echelons of easy comfort food and great service, it is as if you’re returning to your youth—like you’ve found a home. In my eternal search for the ultimate bargains, I range near and far, always keeping my eyes peeled for those diners that will soothe my tremulous heart. Javi’s was the X that marks the treasure, the pot of gold at the end of a rainbow. The service was excellent—the kind of waitress you look forward to seeing, the kind who seems genuinely happy that you are there. I felt immediately at ease, like coming home where you can finally breathe a sigh of relief. I ordered that ultimate test item, that thing which is so simple—like the bear dance (one step forward, two steps to the side, then one step forward)—that it evades many. For in simplicity, genius can flourish, or it can drag you down. That item, my friend, is the humble BLT: a simple slate on which to write a poem or a dirge. This particular BLT was perfect. You could deliver it to the gods and have luck for the rest of your life. Perfect toast, real tomatoes with real flavor, and, of course, a bacon that lives in your dreams. The fries were absolutely down-to-earth and real: excellent crunch, soft interior, perfectly seasoned. My stomach did a little dance of joy. So here we are—this little monument to the long tradition of roadside diners, this neighborhood treasure where people come again and again, and the staff gets to know what they want. It has a place in the tapestry of the city. It grows into the community like moss grows into the rocks. It becomes a landmark, a place where people meet for conversation and comfort. It becomes a place that fits you like the good old jacket that belonged to your father, the one you wear when you need comfort from the world. I’ll go back.

A pleasant homestyle cafe with an extensive breakfast menu, attentive servers and affordable prices. The coffee was hot with fresh cream and the service was top notch. The place was very busy but they had more than enough staff for the small dining area. There was outdoor seating. We had the eggs benedict and an omelette. We also shared the caramel pancakes and they were excellent. Overall I was impressed with their attention to detail and the quality of the food. I might not get the microgreens on my Benedict next time, but it was an interesting addition that added some flair. I was very surprised that the paprika they used had a spicy kick, I've never had spicy paprika before. I would probably ask for my hash browns to be well-done next time we go.

great food and service! Didn't wait too long to be seated and had good service :) our server Diana was very helpful and pleasant!

This cute spot in NE Portland has lots of options (vegetarian, dairy free, gluten free) for both breakfast and lunch. We visited on a Sunday morning and they were busy, but the servers were very attentive and the service was excellent. Based on suggestions on Yelp, I ordered the Ham Benedict. The eggs were done to perfection, the English muffin was toasted (as I requested) and the hollandaise sauce was smooth and creamy... the best Benedict I've had in quite a long time with a side of hash brown. The other item we ordered from the lunch menu, a Rueben sandwich, made with buttery toasted Rye Bread packed with fresh yummy corned beef, cheese and delicious sauce, with a cup of tomato soup on the side! They have a small parking lot, and there is plenty of parking on the streets around the place. This is a nice place for breakfast and lunch and their food quality and great service will bring us back again!

This place is FIVE STAR good. The service was fantastic, the server listened to what I was saying and tweaked my meal to match my desires. My Eggs Benedict was perfect and hands down the best hollandaise sauce I've ever had. My husband's Ribeye Chilaquiles was authentic and delicious. I can't wait to come back and try more things.

Oh my. Portland has a top tier diner and it's on Sandy Blvd. We drop in on a Labor and it's busy even a hour before close but we can easily find a table. Trying out food at a diner new to you seems like it could be a chore, but I'm up to the task. It's best to choose a usual from your favorite diner experiences and run with it so I choose a Benedict. The Hood Benedict. Our server is friendly and attentive, providing refills of our coffee when she notices they are low. The cloth napkins are a nice touch. I look around and see families, people from all walks of life. This. Is. A. Diner. The interior is bright and lively, there is a very short bar and several tables that can accommodate small and large groups. My Benedict arrives and the poached egg flows all over the avocado, spinach, and egg muffin. The hash though, the hashed browned potatoes are delightful. Javi must use a different oil because these are tasty. My wife reports her eggs with biscuits and gravy are better than Pine State, possibly among the best biscuits and gravy she's tasted in Portland. I take a sip of coffee and am pleasantly surprised by the flavor. The homemade hot sauce is very tasty. Javi's is a gem. Two of us made it out of the Diner for under $50 and feel very satisfied. We will be back to try more of our favorite Diner dishes and more. I peeped the Churro Waffles and that looked out of this world tasty. Thank you Javi. You are providing accessible food food for the masses, exactly as a Diner should.

Wow, one of our favorite breakfast places in all of Portland. I'm late to this review but our first experience at Javi's was during our winter storm in January where almost every single business was closed due to snow and ice. Luckily, we found out that Javi's was opened and within walking distance. We were immediately blown away by how nice and attentive the staff and Javi was. You can tell he genuinely cares about his customers and the quality of his food. Every single time we've came here, he always asks us how the food is and is just the sweetest human ever. The food is literally way too good. The hashbrowns, biscuits, and gravy are the best I've had. Bloody mary is pretty delish too. If you ever needing a solid breakfast place to make your regular, Javi's is the place. Great food, service, and ambiance!!

Fantastic breakfast and equally fantastic service. I had the special scramble and husband had the Denver omelette. Pumpkin pancake was to die for. Will definitely eat there again.

Had breakfast here for the first time this morning and it was great. Four of us went and all really liked our breakfast and said we'd go back for sure. Two of us had ham eggs Benny, one had country eggs Benny and one had chilaquiles with tinga. All of it was very very good. Ordered crispy hash browns and they were exactly that. Nice and crispy yet not burnt and were soft inside. It was a great meal with a friendly and efficient server. Not a huge space but comfortable and spread out enough we didn't feel crammed in. Outdoor seating when the weather plays nice.

What was once a Vietnamese restaurant, is now Javi's ( Javier's ). After driving by this place and seeing parking lot full and restaurant packed, I just had to try this place. We were seated pretty quickly and by the happy faces of other customers, I knew we were in for a real treat. I had the Chilaquiles with tinga (shredded chicken) because duh, when on a menu I usually get that. It was perfectly prepared and was very good, the only thing I would add next time is beans and extra cheese, but that's just me and my taste buds. Service was engaging and welcoming, the bill was easy on the proverbial wallet. All & All ; I am a fan and will return, you can tell this is a family restaurant and that there is a lot of attention to detail and love in their food. Outdoor seating available and plenty of street parking on Sandy. Oh they serve lunch as well.

Possibly the best eggs Benedict I've ever had. Got the Mt Hood Benedict and it was a perfect balance of creamy hollandaise, fresh tomato and spinach, and perfectly poached egg. Hashbrowns were perfectly cooked and not over-salted, which I feel is too often the case. Also, get a side of hot sauce. It's made in house, which is obvious in the incredible flavor, and also deeply sad, because I can't buy it at a store. Excellent service, especially in such a bustling place - they turn out food quick. Absolutely coming back next time I'm in town.

Everything about this place is amazing -- both the service and food. My daughter and I both had the Mount Hood Benedict with hash browns. Ask for a side of hot sauce. It was so delicious.

My wife and I had to drop something off near the Airport in the morning. We were both hungry and used Yelp to find something new. Javi's came up. My wife had a custom omelette with sausage, with a Bloody Mary. I had the Mt. Hood Benedict. Both were amazing. The service, and friendly atmosphere, make for a spot we will definitely come back to.

Great, friendly place that got us in remarkably fast. We both had the ribeye Benedict, which had a very distinctive tomato based hollandaise sauce. Great flavor and texture that really made the price worth it. Charming little restaurant with a cozy feel.

Amazing food and service! We're visiting from the bay area and are glad we had this spot in our itinerary. The owner Javi is very sweet and friendly. We hope to come back soon and would highly recommend! :)

This place rocks! It's not the cheapest in the world but by far consistent and solid. Everything's fresh everything tastes great and the service was fantastic. I got the chorizo and egg scramble then my wife got The Mount Hood Benedict. Both came out hot and killer I highly highly recommend this place

Went here as soon as they opened to get some breakfast to take to the office. I was greeted by Daisy who immediately made me feel welcomed and started taking care of me. I ordered the meat lovers Omelette with Hash Browns. Daisy offered me coffee while I waited and graciously put it in a to-go cup for me. My food was done pretty quickly. It came out piping hot and every bite was delicious. The restaurant is decorated nicely and gives off a beautiful vibe. This may be my new go-to breakfast spot. I highly recommend!

We stopped at Javi's for a quick bite to eat before we headed home. We saw the fantastic reviews online and thought that it must be good. When you first arrive, you may question why this place has the reviews that it has. Well, DON'T! As you walk in, you can tell that Javi's is a locally owned location, and they make almost everything from scratch, including the Jelly and Hotsauce; SO YUM! My partner for biscuits and gravy alongside some eggs and hash while I got a scramble, and I was not only pleasantly surprised, I was so full! It was delicious to eat and even better to share with others. Inside Javi's age, it is a whole diner experience, and when you sit down, you know that this place gets many people coming in and out. Overall, the service was excellent. We even had the chef/manager come out and check on us a couple of times, and we still have nothing but wonderful things to say! If you are on your way to the airport, make sure you leave enough time to have some delicious breakfast with excellent and quick service. You will regret it if you DON'T Stop here.

We flew into PDX and were very hungry. We did a quick Yelp search for a local place to get some good food and my wife saw that Jovi's was both "hot and new" and had amazing reviews. We stopped in just about noon on a Thursday. It is conveniently located on Sandy boulevard and is just minutes from PDX. The exterior looks like maybe an old A&W that has been refreshed. Upon walking in we were immediately greeted by a young man who took us to a table and provided us with water and menus. We were impressed by the menu and everything sounded delicious. They also featured a few daily specials as well. My wife decided on the Kielbasa Scramble featuring eggs, onions, red pepper, cheddar cheese, garnished with micro greens and complimented by red potatoes and a biscuit. I chose the breakfast burrito with eggs, flour tortilla, chorizo, bacon, potatoes, and jack cheese. My wife used the restroom and reported it was clean and well stocked. Our orders arrived a short time later and looked delicious! We also admired the other food coming out of the kitchen! Everything tasted delicious and we were very happy with our choices. We were checked on throughout our meal and felt well taken care of. Fabulous addition to North Portland and we wish them all the best as they establish themselves. Highly recommend!

Had an awesome brunch here! The service was quick, even though we came in the afternoon closer to closing time. I had the ham Benedict and my husband had the club. It was large portions and so good. We'll definitely be back!

So nice, we came here twice! My friends and I were on the hunt for a fun "Portlandesque" brunch spot. We went to one place and the wait was outrageous so we decided to just go to the nearest spot which was Javi's and it was the best decision. Javi's has a variety of Mexican inspired breakfast dishes from chilaquiles to benedicts with a variety of ingredients. We all shared dishes- they were all packed with flavor and fresh! Service was extraordinary and seems to be a family run restaurant that's a great place for groups and families with children. It is more a diner style than your trendy spot, which is sometimes more charming and in this case much more worth it because of the quality of food and great service.

Great food great service. We both got the Las 4 amigas mimosa flights and they were delish. We also got the breakfast burrito and the tolinq burger (I can't remember the spelling) and they were amazing. 10/10 after leaving airport starving. I see why they are 5 stars! Cute homie restaurant. Forgot to get pictures of the food before we ate it all!

When my family asked where I wanted to go for Mother's Day breakfast Javi's was my #1 choice. I absolutely love their tres leches French toast and my son loves their chocolate chip pancakes. The food is phenomenal flavor and the service is fantastic! Best service even when they are busy! The staff is so friendly and helpful and you can tell everyone has such pride in the restaurant. They pay attention to the small details... loved the flower in my mimosa! We are also very happy to see they are adding a new happy hour menu and plan to come in for date night soon. My only disclaimer for Javi's is you will crave the food all the time and it will keep you coming back. But it's delicious and a great value for the food quality and portions. Javi's is by far one of the best spots to show love in the Portland foodie scene.

Great food and great customer service. The line was so long the hostess said we can wait in the car and she will get us when it's our turn . True to her word.

What I love the most about portland is how you can go down a street you normally don't visit and find the coolest places to eat. This restaurant had a "now open" sign so i was happy to get in before the whole city finds out how good they are and crowds the place. The service was excellent, very attentive and fast! My scrambled eggs, bacon and french toast were perfection. I definitely recommend Javi's

Welcome to the neighborhood. A charming owner and a female server proactively try to make your experience a good one. I'm fond of Chilaquiles, their good portion version is better than average, and if you opt for sunny side you'll probably notice the big yolks. If the sauce had more "pop" it would place them in the class of some of the best versions around town. The waffle was average, but the chicken delicious. The Ribeye Benedict is a recommend. And we agreed the pancake was a cut-above, it had a very appealing texture. The shape of the building is interesting, but interior ambiance is lacking so far. Looks like we have a solid breakfast option.

It's sad to see one of my go-to pho places close down. This place recently took over and has breakfast and lunch pretty much all day. I chose to try the Toluquena Burger, which was a good-sized burger that had egg, ham, and guacamole in it. It came with a side of papas calientes (seasoned fries) thar were really good. The entire meal was good, and they had other items that I need to try next time when I visit.

Stopped for breakfast on our way out of Portland and came across this little spot. Charming, clean interior. Excellent food. Had the chorizo scramble and the flavor and seasoning were great. Our server did a fantastic job, reviewed the menu, gave us the local favorites, and kept the coffee pouring. Everyone in our group of four enjoyed their food. From the thick fluffy pancakes, to the crispy bacon, and the oh so flaky croissant, all the food was wonderful. Highly recommend this place for breakfast!

A humble diner that looks like it used to be an apartment. There's a bar where you can sit if you're eating solo and want to socialize with the staff who are quite friendly and a galley kitchen in the back that might have been a layman's back in the day. There's plenty of tables in there and even open parking spots in their private lot on a Saturday afternoon. I was interested in this place for the tres leches French toast which my BF ordered with a side of eggs to satisfy his morning craving. I caved and had my usual eggs (poached because I don't know how to cook them that way), dry wheat toast and potatoes. There's no real healthy option and all of the combos came with meat so I chose turkey sausage. The food comes out quickly and the owner greets his guests personally which is a nice touch. It was kind of strange, though, because even though I said some things back to him, he didn't make any eye contact with me, just with my BF which made me fall silent. When he came back out to thank us for our business, I didn't even bother replying. I'm kind of big on eye contact being a female in a male dominant field of work, so that imprinted on me. Without the above coming into play, the food was just okay. The French toast just tasted like any French toast. I failed to see how it was "tres leches" as whipped cream was the only dairy I tasted on it. They were plenty fluffy though. The scrambled eggs were kind of tough and my poached eggs were sitting in water so when I failed to get them out of the ramekin without breaking the yolk, everything was watery. I ate them on my dry toast but it was barely more favorable than the water in the eggs. The potatoes were good and the turkey sausage patties (3 of them) were like any you'd get from Safeway. With tip, we paid $50 for breakfast, coffee and Sprite. Nothing stood out so we're unlikely to return.

Definitely deserves the 5 stars!!! I got the chilaquiles & my friend got the biscuits and gravy. Got to try both and they are both amazing! Diana the server was so sweet and helpful to make recommendations. The location is good and has a parking lot. Nice indoor and outdoor seating in the summer. Would highly recommend!

Well, I must admit that I am conflicted...if I tell everybody how yummy this place is I may have to wait longer to get back in. We had the Chilaquiles with Chorizo and the Ribeye Benedict--Yup Ribeye! Surprisingly tender and flavorful. The Chorizo was spicy yet mild. Going to try the Tinga Chicken next time. A really surprising lil jewel up on Sandy at 62nd. You really should give them a visit. They are Yummy!

The food was delicious, I got the grilled chicken sandwich! Also, the service was great, we were seated quickly.

We come to Portland once or twice a year to visit family and we love to always try new places but one place we decided we have to come back to every time is Javi's because every single thing we have tried has been so delicious and unique. The service is always friendly, love the music, ample parking, clean restroom and of course the food. It has some normal items for pickier eaters but then there's also the extremely yummy fusion dishes. I would recommend this place to anyone. They serve breakfast and lunch with a big menu. Hands down one of our absolute favorite restaurants in all of Oregon.

In the words of Brigham Young this is the place. This seemingly small restaurant is absolutely big on servings and big big on service. While they are busy there really is no wait because it turns over very quickly. Their food is fantastic I ordered the eggs Benedict and it rivals some specialty places for eggs Benedict they have four different styles. They have more than enough weight staff to help you which is wonderful I also asked for extra crispy bacon their bacon is of high quality very high-quality and cooked just the way I wanted it the first time Even though it's a small place they go to great extent to make sure that the presentation of your dish is also proper which is kind of uncharacteristic of a small place so this place is big on many things

they where at capacity but my food came in under 15 minutes. I sat at the bar bartender was super friendly and funny. place is spotless clean and the breakfast burrito I got was beyond delicious. a bit pricy but worth it all the way!

Pricy but great food, good service (sometimes great), good atmosphere. Nice variation in items

Went to Javi's this past Saturday for breakfast. The staff was all very nice and welcoming. We each ordered ice tea. I ordered the traditional Eggs Benedict with red potatoes and my friend had the chorizo scramble with hash browns and a biscuit. Both items came out hot and quite the portion. Come hungry. The Eggs Benedict were perfectly poached and didn't completely ooze out as soon as you cut into the egg. So each bite has egg and yolk with the shaved ham and hollandaise sauce. The potatoes were sautéed with red onion and peppers and were perfectly done and not over salted in my opinion. The Chorizo scramble was good as well. The hash browns were crispy and the biscuit light and fluffy with good flavor. Neither of our iced teas ever got refilled unfortunately. I will say that it gets quite loud in the small space. The tables are granite and the floors are tile so the noise just bounces all around. It was hard to have a conversation once the place started filling up. We will definitely be back despite that. Can't wait to try something else on the tasty menu.

Food was amazing and ohad a really cool hip vide. The service was great and the waiter was helpful in my selection. I had a great window seat and most people were having great conversations when made good feeling. I will eat here again when I'm headed for a mid day flight out of Portland.

This place is pretty good, great atmosphere and staff were really nice and helpful. My breakfast ham Benedict was beautiful. I wish I would have remembered to take a pic. Prices are a bit spendy, but where isn't these days. I saw alot of food on other tables that looked amazing as well.

Came here for breakfast with a friend and had to try their chicken fried steak. While waiting for our breakfast, I was admiring other people's food as it came out and it was giving me high hopes for mine. The plate looked great when it came out and it was a good size portion to get most eaters more than full. The hash browns were fine, could have been a little crispier, the eggs were good, the sour dough was great, gravy was good, and the steak was well above average. I feel like this was something made in-house, but even if it wasn't, it was easily the best one I've had for a while. The gravy also tasted better than most places I've been to. To top it off, our server was very polite and professional. I'll definitely be back! One thing to note, parking is somewhat of a challenge since the lot isn't big.

So we came for breakfast and left our review stating we would be back for lunch. Well we came back...The fries had a clean, crisp flavor and texture like something you would get at the fair. The burgers, cooked to a perfect medium rare had a delicious char and definitely worth having again. I may request no thousand island to taste the burger a bit better, but either way, if you get one, you will be happy.

Gotta add my vote for high-quality breakfast/brunch/lunch for Javi's. I don't tend to eat breakfast out unless it is something special, and I've found myself craving going back to try their abundance of offerings. Solid classics, creative specials (churro waffles, what?!?!), and super attentive and kind staff. Fantastic local spot I'm grateful to have in the neighborhood!

Decided to give Javi's a try as I like supporting locals, and I'm so glad I convinced the family to give it a shot. We were greeted and seated right away; plenty of seating but not too much wiggle room. The server was friendly, took our order and food came out quick. The food though, I was definitely surprised! Everyone got what they wanted and enjoyed. My nephew ate all his strawberry French toast and asked to come back again next Saturday!

Place looks pretty basic from the outside, but food and service are a step above. Prices are also a tad above, but the quality of the food matches the price. I've always been greeted warmly and seated immediately, whether I am flying solo or with others. Add a pancake to your breakfast order - you won't be disappointed.

What an absolutely wonderful surprise! First time patron, and I'll be going back regularly now. Arrived Sunday 7/15 around 11:50AM. They were moderately busy, but only a 5-10 minute wait. Unfortunately we were pressed for time, and asked the server up front if there was any way we could ensure we were gone by 12:20PM and she said not a problem. Our waitress was extremely on-point - ensuring we got our order taken quickly, our food delivered quickly, and the bill as well. Wait staff was extremely friendly, and everyone seemed to be happy with a positive, uplifting attitude. It felt like everyone wanted to be there. To the owners, you all have GREAT staff. I had the Mount Hood Benedict, and my SO had the Seattle scramble. Both were perfect. Can't wait to come back again!

Great food and service. Their chilaquiles are great - house-made chorizo helped take what I grew up with as "leftovers" to a new level. I will be back.

We got the biscuits and gravy, sausage omelette, and the ribeye benedict was amazing! The jam also seemed to be homemade, and was delicious! Everything exceeded our expectations and I truly don't have anything to complain about. The food was a little pricey but it was very worth it. I would highly recommend!

Incredible variety of food, which all tasted fantastic. Servers were kind and fulfilled requests. The location was clean and bathrooms were very nice. The Churro Waffles were so delicious and original!

Javi's is consistently outstanding. We have eaten there several times. The staff are friendly and the chef is creative and on point.

We keep coming back for the amazing Chilaquiles with house made hot sauce! Service is quick and kind. The restaurant is bright and clean. Prices are great.

I'll start with the service. Nicest people I meet in Portland on my trip so far inviting and friendly. For my breakfast I got the Ribeye chimichurri breakfast. Was amazing ribeye cooked perfect and seasoned beautifully. I will be going back tomorrow morning to try something new on there menu. If you are in the area you should def go.