“ Came to this cafe twice. Service was exceptional. It's decorated with an autographed pic of Doris Day, love her! Movie pics and posters and vintage things. The coffee is great and always topped up off. Food was good and very tasty. Only downside was my eggs on both visits. Overly poached eggs on Benedict and my over easy on rancheros overcooked no runny yolks :( I would eat here again but opt to try pancakes or french toast, those dishes looked really good! ”

“ This place was very busy. It felt very energetic inside, lots of chatter everywhere and the servers were working hard. I felt like there was a constant line throughout my entire meal. I ordered 2 over hard eggs with 2 pork chops, hashbrowns and a side of sourdough toast (2 slices). The pork chops were easy to chew but a little salty. The hashbrowns were good, had good potato flavor. The eggs were good but a bit bland on its own. I should have combined everything in each bite but I ate them separately unfortunately. Our table got charged hot coffee even though no one ordered it so I informed our server and they quickly fixed it and gave us our correct bill. ”

“ A great location for a restaurant that serves classic breakfast fare. We were able to sit with our dog in the front outside which was a huge plus! The menu had the typical breakfast staples we were looking for, and the vegetarian in our group had a lot of options to choose from. The food maybe won't win any awards, but it did its job and was delicious! ”

“ I've been wanting to try this spot for a while, but it's always busy which makes sense now that I've finally had the chance to visit! I stopped by on a weekday and got to fully enjoy the experience without the usual crowd. The interior is beautifully decorated with old vintage signage, giving the place a cozy and nostalgic vibe. It's clear they've put a lot of thought into creating a welcoming atmosphere. the staff made us feel right at home. They greeted us immediately and were on top of their game with customer service, it's clearly a priority here. The food was absolutely amazing! We ordered the chorizo with eggs and eggs Benedict, and I was blown away by how generous the portions were. They don't hold back when it comes to serving up a full plate! Every bite was delicious, and you can tell they use fresh, quality ingredients. If you're in the area, this is a must-visit breakfast spot. If going on a weekend then plan to arrive early since they're very busy on weekends. ”

“ Look. I've got history with Old Monterey Cafe. My family and I have gone on yearly trips to Monterey since I was a young girl. We have always gone to Old Monterey Cafe for breakfast and I can say with confidence that they have never let us down. I will always love this place!!!! The food is delicious and the staff are always nice! I love the decorations, and how it has stayed the same all these years. Their waffles and pancakes have been a favorite in the family, and I can always count on Old Monterey Cafe for a nice breakfast. ”