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El Cajon Bistro & Bakery-Bistro is a charming Cafe and Bakery in the heart of El Cajon, serving up delicious eats and treats in a cozy atmosphere. As a popular Breakfast restaurant and Brunch restaurant, we offer a wide range of mouth-watering dishes to start your day off right. From fluffy pancakes to savory omelets, our menu is designed to satisfy any appetite. As a family-friendly Diner, we welcome guests of all ages to come and enjoy a meal together. Our commitment to healthy eating is reflected in our Health food restaurant options, carefully crafted to nourish both body and soul. Pair your meal with a refreshing drink from our Juice shop, or grab a quick bite from our Sandwich shop on the go. Located at 109 Jamacha Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019, we're easily accessible and waiting to serve you. Whether you're in the mood for a leisurely breakfast, a quick lunch, or a satisfying dinner, El Cajon Bistro & Bakery-Bistro is the perfect destination. Come taste the difference for yourself!

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This charming bistro serves up delicious breakfast and lunch dishes, along with a wide variety of sweet treats from their in-house bakery. Customers rave about the friendly service, generous portions, and cozy atmosphere, making it a great spot to meet with friends or enjoy a quiet meal.

Review Rating Chart

Yelp: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

Facebook Reviews: 4.9/5

Zomato: 4.3/5

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sam
sam -Google user
8 months ago
Quality food, great portions. Staff are super friendly and they bring the food with a smile. Service Dine in Meal type Breakfast Price per person $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
André T.
André T. -Google user
2 years ago
Spectacular breakfast options! Great juice and smoothie options. We dined inside and bought pancakes to go. Staff had the courteous forethought to bring the takeout to us just as we finished so the meal would travel as warm as possible. The Popeye omelette was delicious! Service Dine...Read More
San Diego Johnny Surf
San Diego Johnny Surf -Google user
2 years ago
We order take out all the time. Food is incredible. Today decided to eat in . Bad decision. Service is sub level at that. Just order take out. Didn't get the food at the same time. So 5 minutes later ask where the...Read More
Kristina Bolt
Kristina Bolt -Google user
5 months ago
Really cute café and bakery. They are really friendly, which I like and the açai bowl was very good. And their smoothies are always on point. Service Dine in Meal type Lunch Price per person $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes
Natalie Viernes
Natalie Viernes -Google user
3 years ago
We loved it! They were busy and we were informed about the 30 mins wait time and no special request -- but they were able to deliver our food in less than the time frame they said. We came to this place after we went...Read More
Rackay O
Rackay O -Google user
a year ago
I ordered a croissant breakfast sandwich and the bread had mold. I called and complained. I came back to show them and Kathy, the manager at the time didn't apologize AT ALL!! Had them make me something else, but NEVER apologized. Another thing, they had...Read More
Omid Issary
Omid Issary -Google user
9 months ago
Bistro Cajon is a hidden gem! The cozy ambiance and friendly staff make it a perfect spot for a relaxed breakfast or brunch. Their omelettes are simply divine—fluffy, flavorful, and generously filled with fresh ingredients. Whether you're a meat lover or prefer veggies, they have...Read More
P&E H
P&E H -Google user
11 months ago
I had the Thai Chicken Wrap. It was very good. It is filled with a liquid sauce that spilled out everywhere, so be aware that it is very messy to eat. Frankly I would prefer the sauce to be a little thicker and with a...Read More
Rose Varela
Rose Varela -Google user
a month ago
Today I ate the worst eggs Benedict ever. Which is really unfortunate because I’ve had their eggs Benedict before and they were good. The only reason I ever had their eggs Benedict in the first place was because they were the feature photo On the...Read More
shawn church
shawn church -Google user
2 months ago
Service sucks. Always a long wait at this place. And if yoyr a delivery drivers you might as well turn down the delivery because you will be the last one taken care of. And ignored for the cost of losing delivery's from other shops that...Read More

Features

Service options

check icon Outdoor seating
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Highlights

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check icon Serves local specialty

Popular for

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check icon Solo dining
check icon Good for working on laptop

Accessibility

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Offerings

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check icon Comfort food
check icon Healthy options
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check icon Quick bite
check icon Small plates
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Dining options

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Amenities

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Atmosphere

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Crowd

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Payments

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Children

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Parking

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