Hidden Cafe
795 Camarillo Springs Rd, Camarillo, CA
Crema's Take
“Hidden Cafe is a beloved neighborhood spot in Camarillo where the kitchen takes breakfast seriously—think perfectly crispy corned beef hash, warm cinnamon rolls, and a showstopping Loco Moco that keeps people coming back. The intimate space welcomes dogs, families, and lingerers alike, with a staff that genuinely remembers you and goes out of their way with small touches like water bowls and owner energy. Just note that experiences here seem to vary depending on who's working, so you might want to visit when the friendlier crew is on shift to experience why locals are mad at themselves for not discovering this place sooner.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
I had the best corned beef hash, I’ve had in a long while! Small, comfy, friendly & definitely lives up to its name!
Management are rude and arrogant to say the least. I arrived with my daughter who has disabilities and my dog. I requested an outdoor table because of the dog. There were 3 tables for seating 2 outside but was still told to wait on the list. The party ahead of me was for a large group. So my daughter and I we just needed a tiny table for 2 which were standing empty in the patio. Still had to wait over 15 minutes. Thry then seat us at a table for four, which had been standing empty since arrived. So what was with the wait. Because the table for foir was on a main passage way where street passers walk by and can get the dog excited, I asked if we could move to the table for 2 that was sitting empty and would be more discreet - to keep the dog calm. They agreed with attitude. Why all the fuss? What really made me post this, is when my daughter moved her chair to be closer to me, and I was busy instructing her to get the chair back to its original position so she wouldn't block the small path for staff to get passed, the manager storms out and yells at her to not sit there not allowing me to finish getting my daughter settled. My daughter looks like shes 12, due to her CP, but is in fact 22, and requested I posted this review. Businesses need to understand, ALL clients are important. To request my daughter to move can be done politely not trashy. Foos is mediocre at best. Cleanliness is well non existent. And atmosphere lets say they ruined it. Last week I had taken a friend here for breakfast. Same dog. Similar table. Wrong order for me but I didn't want to make a fuss and told tge server it was fine not to send back the meal. Took forever. Same bad service. Its sad. Theres tons of good diners in Camarillo, Thousand Oaks and surrounds. 2 bad experiences in a row 2 weeks in a row. So overall poor.
I'm kinda mad at myself for not trying this place sooner after being here for so many years. It's SO good! The Loco Moco is a MUST TRY. And the waffles are incredible and enough for two people to share. I can't wait to come back :)
Food was great. The best cinnamon rolls - served warm! The waitress was very friendly and I believe she was one of the owners? Offered dog treats and a water bowl for my dogs and very kind accommodations for my toddler (smaller utensils, children’s placemat, extra napkins, etc). Very friendly family restaurant with tasty dishes.
It was my sons birthday, and he was craving fried chicken for breakfast. I googled best fried chicken, and this place popped up. It didn't disappoint. They use fresh, not frozen chicken. It was really juicy. My son was very pleased with it. I ordered the pork chops and was happy with mine as well. My hubby ordered the chicken and waffles, and he couldn't finish it. Proportions are huge. I think we found our new breakfast spot. We have to come back for lunch or dinner. They also have an islander flare to the menu serving moco loco, fried rice, and Hawaiian macaroni. A must try if you are in the area. Let's make this place a not so hidden cafe 🤩
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