Tried a few other breakfast spots but the wait was 45+ minutes. Saw a review on Yelp and decided to come here instead. Its location was more in a commercial area. Large indoor seating and Nice outdoor patio. We were able to get seated and fed in about an hour. Nice to not have to wait long for a good breakfast!! Especially when you have kids. Service was great! Very friendly staff! Made great suggestions. Breakfast burritos were large and steaming hot! We added Chorizo to one of the burritos and it was so good. I would have enjoyed having the potatoes inside my burrito but it was still a wonderful burrito. They were out of Cinnamon Rolls but had the Cinnamon roll french toast. I think this was actually the better option. It had a nice crunch and they even brought out the glaze to put on top. It was a very large portion and delicious. The Monte Cristo had an amazing crunch. Besides Disneyland this was one of the best I have had. My only suggestion would be to add another piece of meat. Otherwise flavor and texture were on point! I gave it a 4 because everything came out super hot and was delicious. The only thing that was not hot but warm was the country potatoes. If they can just make sure those are served hot like everything else I would give a 5! Thank you for the great breakfast and Service!
Kevin Grierson
Great basic breakfast food, excellent and attentive service. Not super crowded, so we didn't have to wait for a booth. This will be our go-to place for breakfast when we're in town!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lindsay M
This is a hidden gem. Classic diner. Mugs with coffee always being refilled. Big delicious portions with probably more calories than I should have consumed. Quick friendly service. Definitely recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
KJ Beal
Great diner breakfast experience!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mario Gurrola
Old style cafe with large menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Gary Nelson
Great place for breakfast! Busy and popular.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tom Shephard
Great food, service and the friendliest staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich
Robert Hogan
A hidden gem in the Palm Desert. Friendly staff and excellent food. Highly recommend CJ'S.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Country Benedict
Johnny_ 5
Love the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bacon & Cheese Burger
John Lane
Love these hidden gems. You knew that you found a great spot when you see a collection of cars with not much else around.Veronica, our server was kind, attentive and always looking for ways to ensure our experience was a pleasant one.The food is fresh and delicious, the entire staff is caring and your beverage of choice will never be empty very long.On a final note, the manager stopped by to see how things were and by the end of the conversation she had given us five things to do during our trip to Palm Desert.Give CJ’s diner a visit and I know you will leave happier than when you arrived.
Need to clean their windows as they were very hazy from the inside.Food and service were excellent!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Russ Weaver
We had lunch here three times. Each time the sandwiches and fries were delicious. The service was great. The atmosphere was of a neighborhood family place - we felt like regulars. The employees were all friendly and happy (a good place to work).
Steve Corum
Good food, decent service, reasonable price. Recommended.
Tried a few other breakfast spots but the wait was 45+ minutes. Saw a review on Yelp and decided to come here instead. Its location was more in a commercial area. Large indoor seating and Nice outdoor patio. We were able to get seated and fed in about an hour. Nice to not have to wait long for a good breakfast!! Especially when you have kids. Service was great! Very friendly staff! Made great suggestions. Breakfast burritos were large and steaming hot! We added Chorizo to one of the burritos and it was so good. I would have enjoyed having the potatoes inside my burrito but it was still a wonderful burrito. They were out of Cinnamon Rolls but had the Cinnamon roll french toast. I think this was actually the better option. It had a nice crunch and they even brought out the glaze to put on top. It was a very large portion and delicious. The Monte Cristo had an amazing crunch. Besides Disneyland this was one of the best I have had. My only suggestion would be to add another piece of meat. Otherwise flavor and texture were on point! I gave it a 4 because everything came out super hot and was delicious. The only thing that was not hot but warm was the country potatoes. If they can just make sure those are served hot like everything else I would give a 5! Thank you for the great breakfast and Service!
Great basic breakfast food, excellent and attentive service. Not super crowded, so we didn't have to wait for a booth. This will be our go-to place for breakfast when we're in town!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a hidden gem. Classic diner. Mugs with coffee always being refilled. Big delicious portions with probably more calories than I should have consumed. Quick friendly service. Definitely recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great diner breakfast experience!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Old style cafe with large menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Great place for breakfast! Busy and popular.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food, service and the friendliest staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sandwich
A hidden gem in the Palm Desert. Friendly staff and excellent food. Highly recommend CJ'S.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Country Benedict
Love the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bacon & Cheese Burger
Love these hidden gems. You knew that you found a great spot when you see a collection of cars with not much else around.Veronica, our server was kind, attentive and always looking for ways to ensure our experience was a pleasant one.The food is fresh and delicious, the entire staff is caring and your beverage of choice will never be empty very long.On a final note, the manager stopped by to see how things were and by the end of the conversation she had given us five things to do during our trip to Palm Desert.Give CJ’s diner a visit and I know you will leave happier than when you arrived.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
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1st time here. I will be
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had a great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Need to clean their windows as they were very hazy from the inside.Food and service were excellent!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had lunch here three times. Each time the sandwiches and fries were delicious. The service was great. The atmosphere was of a neighborhood family place - we felt like regulars. The employees were all friendly and happy (a good place to work).
Good food, decent service, reasonable price. Recommended.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Sandwich