Crema's Take
“Bonnie Lu's is a 30-year family institution that nails the comfort-food breakfast experience with charming retro décor and an owner who works the room like they genuinely care about each guest. The classic recipes—fluffy pancakes, biscuits with gravy, hash browns—are legitimately worth seeking out, though prices skew toward the premium side for a casual diner. If you want a slow, welcoming breakfast where you'll feel like a regular on your first visit, this is your spot.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Loved visit to Ojai needed a quick breakfast and discovered a longtime two generation spot! It’s there for quality for love and good food. These little places are where locals know to go! We felt right at home! Service with smiles
This is our second breakfast at Bonnie Lu’s, and we really enjoy it. It’s a warm, inviting spot with charming retro décor. The owner personally interacts with each table, which adds a lovely touch. We’re sure to return again!
Pros: charming service, enjoyable food. Cons: $22.47 after tax and before tip for: one egg, one biscuit with gravy and hash browns is exorbitant.
This 30 years family owned and operated diner has the ultimate classic breakfast recipes. The staff are extraordinary. Comfortable seating with food that makes you want to come back again and again. Try the thin pancakes or any omelette.
This is the cutest place. Sparkling clean and inviting. We stopped in for lunch but ordered breakfast, which is available all day. A short stack of blueberry pancakes and an egg on the side. The pancakes are huge and filled with lots of juicy blueberries. My hubby ordered the…
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