Service was alright.Food was tasteless, Loco Moco was disgustingPlace was dirty, I did not sit out side the side walk nor had any beerOwner or waitress will argue & possible get in a fight with you.They could benefit of taking interpersonal communications classes at the local community college.I had to update my comment after reading the owner/Manager respond.They blame everything in the pandemic for they lack of knowledge on how to run a business.My in-laws also gave this place a try and had a very similar experience.I'm a Santa Barbara localDefinitely not coming back.
John H
Decent breakfast close to the beach
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: French Toast, Biscuits and Gravy
W A
Beach vibe and the perfect breakfast for when I have to drive south for the day.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Papa George Maxson
Nice waitress, veggie burrito was in impressive. The Monte Christo was ok, bathroom was clean. Atmosphere was nothing
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Ali K.
Best breakfast spot in Carpinteria! Dog friendly huge plus for us! Great portions, exceptional service and delicious food! Just wish they had the biscuits the two days in a row we went easy parking at the lot by the train a big plus
Manu R.
Our visit to Esau's Cafe was on New Year's Day, adding a touch of excitement to our dining experience. Located just a few minutes walk from the beach, the cafe's prime location adds to its charm. We sampled a variety of dishes, including the Greek Italian with hash browns and rye toast, as well as the Southern waffles with fried chicken. While the food at Esau's was decent, it didn't quite reach the heights we were hoping for. The Southern waffles with fried chicken left something to be desired, as the chicken was a bit tough. However, the homemade jam provided a delightful contrast, offering a burst of flavor that complemented the dish perfectly. The hash browns, unfortunately, were a bit dry and seemed slightly burnt. Despite the mixed reviews on the food, we were thoroughly impressed by the top-notch service we received. The staff at Esau's Cafe were attentive and friendly, ensuring that our dining experience was enjoyable from start to finish. In summary, Esau's Cafe offers a convenient location and excellent service, making it a great spot for a meal near the beach. While the food may not have been perfect, the overall experience was still enjoyable, and we would consider returning in the future.
Golden Meadows Retrievers
Incredible Bloody Marys, an amazing breakfast omelette salsa verde and pico de gallo both were incredible. Probably one of the best breakfast in
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Elizabeth M.
Banana & walnut pancakes by the ocean is a must do - the ultimate "ambiance." Staff is awesome and so sweet, especially Taylor. Love this place!
Joe Dimont
Big menu with a variety of breakfast, diner, and Mexican food. Lovely service and good portion sizes.Vegetarian options: Plenty of non meat optionsParking: Can be tough to find parkingKid-friendliness: Plenty of kids options
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Toast, Fish Burger and Fries, Eggs Benedict with Spinach, Burritos
Excellent service, delicious fresh homemade food. We had breakfast it was delicious large portions great service, and a nice atmosphere. Thank you so much.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
s m
If you order takeout, they'll charge you the same price but give you less food just cuz it's not dine-in. Why?? Idk, they themselves didn't even have an answer! So ignore what's stated on the menu of what comes with each meal, because that's for "dine-in only". But prices WILL remain the same for less food and on top of that if you try to ask them to give you what comes with the meal as stated on the menu, they will try to charge you extra if it's takeout. Never heard of a restaurant being stingy with TOAST. Wish that the food orders, but more importantly the customer service, was actually CONSISTENT. Left a bad taste in my mouth, used to love this place, never coming back again. Wish I had never tipped them so well for every order. Ick.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
A L
Their potatoes are my favorite, along with many different breakfast combinations. Such a great place, highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mark P.
I can see why a line out the door at this place!! Amazing staff and great food!! Great location on Linden!
Rick Crossley
Wonderful staff, incredibly Delicious food. A staple restaurant for both locals and tourists. Thank you so so much for a spectacular experience.
HEY MY NAME IS ESAU TOO
Service was alright.Food was tasteless, Loco Moco was disgustingPlace was dirty, I did not sit out side the side walk nor had any beerOwner or waitress will argue & possible get in a fight with you.They could benefit of taking interpersonal communications classes at the local community college.I had to update my comment after reading the owner/Manager respond.They blame everything in the pandemic for they lack of knowledge on how to run a business.My in-laws also gave this place a try and had a very similar experience.I'm a Santa Barbara localDefinitely not coming back.
Decent breakfast close to the beach
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: French Toast, Biscuits and Gravy
Beach vibe and the perfect breakfast for when I have to drive south for the day.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice waitress, veggie burrito was in impressive. The Monte Christo was ok, bathroom was clean. Atmosphere was nothing
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Best breakfast spot in Carpinteria! Dog friendly huge plus for us! Great portions, exceptional service and delicious food! Just wish they had the biscuits the two days in a row we went easy parking at the lot by the train a big plus
Our visit to Esau's Cafe was on New Year's Day, adding a touch of excitement to our dining experience. Located just a few minutes walk from the beach, the cafe's prime location adds to its charm. We sampled a variety of dishes, including the Greek Italian with hash browns and rye toast, as well as the Southern waffles with fried chicken. While the food at Esau's was decent, it didn't quite reach the heights we were hoping for. The Southern waffles with fried chicken left something to be desired, as the chicken was a bit tough. However, the homemade jam provided a delightful contrast, offering a burst of flavor that complemented the dish perfectly. The hash browns, unfortunately, were a bit dry and seemed slightly burnt. Despite the mixed reviews on the food, we were thoroughly impressed by the top-notch service we received. The staff at Esau's Cafe were attentive and friendly, ensuring that our dining experience was enjoyable from start to finish. In summary, Esau's Cafe offers a convenient location and excellent service, making it a great spot for a meal near the beach. While the food may not have been perfect, the overall experience was still enjoyable, and we would consider returning in the future.
Incredible Bloody Marys, an amazing breakfast omelette salsa verde and pico de gallo both were incredible. Probably one of the best breakfast in
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Banana & walnut pancakes by the ocean is a must do - the ultimate "ambiance." Staff is awesome and so sweet, especially Taylor. Love this place!
Big menu with a variety of breakfast, diner, and Mexican food. Lovely service and good portion sizes.Vegetarian options: Plenty of non meat optionsParking: Can be tough to find parkingKid-friendliness: Plenty of kids options
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Toast, Fish Burger and Fries, Eggs Benedict with Spinach, Burritos
Restaurantji Recommends
Excellent service, delicious fresh homemade food. We had breakfast it was delicious large portions great service, and a nice atmosphere. Thank you so much.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If you order takeout, they'll charge you the same price but give you less food just cuz it's not dine-in. Why?? Idk, they themselves didn't even have an answer! So ignore what's stated on the menu of what comes with each meal, because that's for "dine-in only". But prices WILL remain the same for less food and on top of that if you try to ask them to give you what comes with the meal as stated on the menu, they will try to charge you extra if it's takeout. Never heard of a restaurant being stingy with TOAST. Wish that the food orders, but more importantly the customer service, was actually CONSISTENT. Left a bad taste in my mouth, used to love this place, never coming back again. Wish I had never tipped them so well for every order. Ick.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
Their potatoes are my favorite, along with many different breakfast combinations. Such a great place, highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
I can see why a line out the door at this place!! Amazing staff and great food!! Great location on Linden!
Wonderful staff, incredibly Delicious food. A staple restaurant for both locals and tourists. Thank you so so much for a spectacular experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Toast