Old Susana Cafe
A retro-style diner serving hearty breakfasts, burgers, and subs with a side of local history and charm.
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Old Susana Cafe
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Must-see attractions
A retro-style diner serving hearty breakfasts, burgers, and subs with a side of local history and charm.
Sunny Weekend Patio Seating
Visit during sunny weekends to enjoy your meal on the delightful outdoor patio.
Splitting Plates
Consider splitting generous portions if you find the prices slightly high for a snack.
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Cuisine
American Diner
Price
Mid-range
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Hearty, Generous Portions
Indulge in generously portioned meals like the Wagon Wheel or Crab Cake Eggs Benedict, satisfying every craving.
Rustic Charm & History
Experience a charming, rustic setting adorned with historical photos, offering a glimpse into the community's past.
Dog-Friendly Patio Dining
Enjoy pleasant meals with your furry friends on the charming, dog-friendly patio, perfect for sunny days.
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Sunny Weekend Patio Seating
Visit during sunny weekends to enjoy your meal on the delightful outdoor patio.
Splitting Plates
Consider splitting generous portions if you find the prices slightly high for a snack.
Explore Local History
Dine while appreciating historical pictures on the walls that showcase the community's past.
All-Day Breakfast Delights
Breakfast lovers rejoice! The all-day breakfast menu features favorites like the Jalapeño Omelette.
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Sunny Weekend Patio Seating
Visit during sunny weekends to enjoy your meal on the delightful outdoor patio.
Splitting Plates
Consider splitting generous portions if you find the prices slightly high for a snack.
Explore Local History
Dine while appreciating historical pictures on the walls that showcase the community's past.
All-Day Breakfast Delights
Breakfast lovers rejoice! The all-day breakfast menu features favorites like the Jalapeño Omelette.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Old Susana Cafe is celebrated for its hearty, generously portioned comfort food and friendly, family-like service, making it a beloved local spot. Diners rave about the delicious breakfast options and the charming, historic atmosphere. While most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, a few recent comments suggest a decline in service quality and milkshake consistency, though the overall sentiment remains that of a treasured community gem.
"A sort of cozy out of the place area on the east end of the city. The menu is well proportioned for varying meal items. Quality of food is top notch. Service is excellent"
Steve Casselman
"Drove up from West LA specifically for breakfast here and I’m happy that I did so. I am working through a long list of recommended breakfast restaurants and diners in Los Angeles County and Old Susana was on that list. I would describe it as a local gem and more of a to go breakfast spot that also caters to indoor dining. You can order at the counter and grab it to go or you can sit down in the dining room and have full service, which is what we did. There is a large parking lot attached with free parking so finding a space is very easy. Pricing is also very fair and all the sizes of the dishes are quite large. Our server was also very polite and everything that we ordered came out very quickly.
This was our first visit so I wanted to get one of my favorite things to order which is Eggs Benedict. I saw that they had a Crab Cake Eggs Benedict so I selected that and I’m very happy that I did so. The crabcakes had a lot of flavor, the eggs were cooked perfectly, and the side of hashbrowns were perfectly crispy. I was honestly impressed with the meal and it was a better breakfast than I had last weekend at another breakfast restaurant close by. I would definitely recommend to anyone in the area and plan to be back sometime in the future once I get through my list."
Zan Lee
"I love, love love this little country cafe because, in my opinion... the chef goes above and beyond to serve up the best sausage, waffles, and eggs, among other delicious eats, and the tastes is the best in all America! So, that twenty dollar bill could get you something pretty darn satisfying food for that grawling, stomach! Oh, and let's not forget the great customer service.
Also, the owner, "Geri," has a legacy behind this world famous cafe where Ms. "GERI" shared with me that while teaching school for decades, she also tirelessly worked her cafe business seven days a week!
Wow! Now that's dedication to her late husband's dream for the Old Susana Cafe.
I highly recommend the Old Susana Cafe to everyone on the planet!
And I give this place five stars!."
Marilyn K. Dorlac
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Frequently Asked Questions
Popular choices include the Wagon Wheel, French Connection, Crab Cake Eggs Benedict, and various omelettes. The all-day breakfast menu is also a highlight.
Yes, Old Susana Cafe offers a dog-friendly patio area, making it a great spot to dine with your pet.
The cafe has a charming, rustic, and retro style, adorned with historical pictures of the local community.
Reservations are not typically mentioned as required. You can order at the counter for takeout or dine in.
Sunny weekends are perfect for enjoying the outdoor patio. Be aware that the restaurant can get busy.
While specific vegetarian options are not detailed, many breakfast and lunch items can be adapted or are naturally vegetarian.
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The Best Breakfast Spots in Simi Valley
Step back in time at Old Susana Cafe, a charming eatery in one of Simi Valley’s oldest buildings. With its rustic decor and welcoming atmosphere, this cafe is perfect for a relaxed weekend brunch. Their country-style breakfasts are legendary, featuring homemade corned beef hash, fluffy pancakes, and giant cinnamon rolls.
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we ended up getting the chile reyeno omelet, the wagon wheel, n a combo plate for my son. the chile reyeno came with your choice of home style fries or hashbrowns also side of toast. the wagon wheel I got had French Toast, eggs n 2 bacon, and 2 sausages.
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