"3 years ago , ( last time I was in here ) I gave an entirely different rating and review Times Have changed , and in My experience , for the worse. I asked for my hash browns to be literally ( OLD , OLD school here ) IN Oil , Crispy on both sides , the waitress asked if I wanted them Deep dried, I said NO, no way , just like anyone would do for themselves at home , Crisp both sides , they came back DEEP DEEP Fried , and she served them to me that way, when I brought it up to her, she said that she DID state on the order how I wanted them, and took them back , meantime my main dish arrived , and I was instantly shocked for two reasons , they Now, ONLY serve meals on Side order little plates , WOW, and then , ( Worse ) the days of the Very tasty " Homemade looking sausage patties are GONE , And I can Only imagine why , PROFIT margins, So now they serve what looked like Precooked Small little patties a little over. MAYBE 1/8 inch thick Very dry HARD hockey pucks DISGUSTING There are Not To many left of Genuine OLD fashioned American Cafes left anymore that Still do serve up Old fashioned Genuine country quality food , but this one , again in MHO has seen it's better days Ciao"

"It has really warm and comforting things to enjoy inside Bonny's Cafe in El Cajon, California where I visited with someone. The place feels lively in a calm and familiar way that teenagers would appreciate a lot because it has that friendly neighborhood energy that makes you feel welcome the moment you walk in. I noticed right away that there were a lot of teenagers eating there, talking with each other, and enjoying their time without feeling watched or rushed. Seeing that made me realize how naturally this cafe fits into the kind of environment teenagers love, somewhere they can relax, laugh, and feel like they belong. The food at Bonnys Cafe surprised me in the best way. It tasted exactly like the kind of comforting breakfast you hope for when you walk into a classic cafe, and it made the whole experience feel even more inviting. Even though the dishes are simple, they have that homemade flavor that teenagers would enjoy because it feels real and not overly fancy. The atmosphere inside is bright and open, and the staff treat everyone with the same kindness, which makes it easy for teenagers to feel comfortable being themselves there. As I walked around and looked at the different tables, I did not realize how much there was to appreciate about the place until I took a moment to really take it in. It is the kind of cafe where you can sit for a while without feeling like you need to hurry up and leave. I really appreciated how easy it was to enjoy my time there without any pressure. I never doubted that the experience was going to turn out the way I hoped it would because everything about the cafe, from the food to the atmosphere, felt genuine and welcoming. I only visited Bonnys Cafe one time in my life before making this review, but it left a strong impression on me. It was one of the most comfortable and inviting cafes I have been to in a long time, and I would highly recommend that teenagers go there because it gives them a place to eat good food, hang out with friends, and feel relaxed. I lived for 24 years. I am not physically or mentally 24 years old. In the summertime in the year 2024, I learned that I am still physically and mentally 18 years old. I also learned in the summer that year that my prefrontal cortex is way more developed than average 25 year olds prefrontal cortex in the human brain."

"A nice Mom & Pop breakfast and lunch restaurant. We got the Reuben Omelette with breakfast potatoes and biscuits and gravy, and a Bacon BBQ burger with a salad. Everything was very tasty."

"Went here for breakfast with my friends and was pleasantly surprised, waiters were very kind and food was ready quickly. I ordered the cinnamon French toast and highly recommend it"

"I stopped in last Saturday morning, after approx. 5 years, just to wait for a women's fellowship event to begin next door. I decided to have a quick breakfast but sat at the counter rather than at a booth or table. I had forgotten how nice and restful this establishment was back when I lived in El Cajon. The coffee is excellent. The food is first-rate. The service is just like you're at home! The prices are reasonable. What more could anyone need?!?!? 🙂 Thanks to the staff for this restored memory. I am pleased that the customer service is the same after 5 years! I will definitely return soon with friends now that I've moved back to El Cajon! #LifeIsGood ✔️💯🔥❣️😁"