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We came to this place for breakfast while we were in town in Santa Barbara, and even though it was good food and the server was very nice and had a great personality, we were a little bit disappointed with the sanitary things we saw happening. We saw water glasses being prefilled ahead of time. They left the front door open, letting flies in. She cut our toast after dealing with money. The scoop that was used to fill the salt up was left in the container after use. There was hair in between the menu on 2 separate pages Very unsanitary items. Even though I had the burger patty mixed in with eggs. I didn't like seeing these things right before my eyes, while sitting at the counter as these things were ok for them. I won't be back. And unfortunately I do not recommend.
Jeremy GuzmanJeremy Guzman
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Pleasant Surprise! When my friend and I entered the restaurant we were greeted by the pretty hostess Amy who told us to take any seat. She promptly asked us if we coffee or something else. We both had coffee. It wasn't S$bucks but was OK (I had 3 cups) and exactly what I would expect at a breakfast restaurant. Now on to breakfast. My friend wasn't too hungry so he opted for fruit and fries. The fruit was fresh and the fries tasty. I had the pastrami omelette, onions and home fries. OMG best home fries ever. Seriously my friend and I were so happy with such a simple thing. The omelette was really good and I could cut the pastrami with a fork. š Looking for a traditional breakfast cafe? Garrett's is it!
Brad EricksonBrad Erickson
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Ok folks. Donāt fall for all the glowing reviews. This place is terrible. We ordered French toast, a veggie omelette, hash brown and two cups of coffee: - the food was incredibly greasy - the coffee was just brown water - the vegetables in the omelette were barely cooked (in the same over oily way the rest of the food was) - the French toast tasted like old fryer oil (we couldnāt eat it at all) - potatoes were mostly oil - hash brown was decent - service was very good - friendly and attentive Adding insult to injury, this set us back $50. Total waste of money. Go somewhere else for breakfast in SB. Ignore the great ratings of this place unless super greasy spoons are your thing.
Mark HochbergMark Hochberg
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Pictures speak for themselves. I like a good ol' mom and pop eatery but this restaurant was extremely disappointing. Waitress was super nice and they seem to work hard however I'm surprised this place is open. No surprise THEY DONāT SHOW THEIR HEALTH DEPARTMENT RATING FOR A REASON... food was overpriced and mediocre. NOT STAFFs FAULT. The owner seriously neglects the establishment. What is visible is disturbing and leaves me concerned for what we can't see. Pretty much ate one item from my breakfast plate because of disgusting environment and grease soaked house potatoes.
J mJ m
00
Stopped here for breakfast on a Friday morning. We were seated right away. Waitress came over after a few minutes. Keep in mind there is only one server. She took our drink order and brought menus. Coffee and drinks came out a few minutes later. She took our order and the food came out in a reasonable time. The food was okay, I can say my pork porch breakfast could have used a little more flavor and seasoning. The rest of the group agreed the food wasn't the greatest for their prices. Service was great but the food can use a little more love and flavor.
Irwin A - Top 10% Google ReviewerIrwin A - Top 10% Google Reviewer
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2001 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
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attractions: Old Mission Santa Barbara 1786, Alice Keck Park Memorial Garden, Best Western Plus Santa Barbara, Alameda Park, Farmacy Santa Barbara, Kids World, Mission Rose Garden, The Upham, The Presidio, Paradise Retreats, restaurants: Taffy's Pizza, Live Oak Cafe, IV Food Co-op Downtown Market, Daily Grind, IHOP, Ike's Love & Sandwiches, Oak Park Market + Eatery, Three Pickles Subs & Sandwiches, Vino Divino, Saint Remy
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