Theresa and Johnnys Cafe — Restaurant in San Rafael

As a long-time fan of Theresa and Johnnys Cafe, I have always looked forward to savoring their delicious breakfast options. The establishment has built an excellent reputation over the years, and I have enjoyed countless meals within its cozy confines. However, my recent visit, after the change in management, left me feeling quite underwhelmed.

Upon entering the restaurant, I couldn't help but notice the typos on the hiring sign and the menu. This seemingly minor issue hinted at a lack of attention to detail, which unfortunately carried through to the rest of my experience.

I decided to order the San Rafael omelette. It was overwhelmingly loaded with onions, which entirely overpowered the other ingredients. The imbalance in flavors was disappointing, and it detracted from the culinary experience I had come to expect from this establishment.

It's important to note that the service was still as friendly and attentive as I remember. The waitress did their best to accommodate and ensure a pleasant dining experience, which I appreciated.

Nevertheless, the new management has some kinks to iron out. I sincerely hope they address these issues soon and bring them to its former glory. Until then, I would recommend potential patrons approach with an understanding that it is different, but it is still worth a try.

I will be back within the year, and I hope the place has gotten a little more...

UPDATE 02/24/19: Went back for a second visit. Was pleasantly surprised to see their new sign on the door to sign in even for the counter seating. Unfortunately, though the staff was super nice and my friend's food looked super good as did mine, I couldn't stomach the food. As we sat down, a brown cockroach was climbing the wall right next to me. I usually have a strong stomach, but I just couldn't stomach this. I just saw one and only one, but it was one to many for me. I just couldn't eat my food. Because of this I just couldn't do a 5 star but I thought the second time around was a 4 considered to a 1 on the first visit.

(first visit in January 2019) Took my son and his girlfriend here for lunch on their first visit here. Didn't stay to taste the food and the service wasn't that great. There were 3 chairs at the bar. We were standing there for a few minutes. A couple came in and a waitress flew over to them and asked if they wanted to sit at the bar. We couldn't understand why she didn't fly over to us and ask us the same question. Her response was that she didn't know if that third seat was "open". So how did she know the other two were?? We didn't...

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...