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Denny's

Restaurant Breakfast restaurant American restaurant Diner

One of the Most Revieweds in Rancho San Diego


Address

2642 Jamacha Rd, El Cajon, CA 92019, United States

Website

locations.dennys.com

Contact

+1 619-660-3320

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.20 (1.3K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 6 am to 1 pm
  • Thursday: 4 am to 3 pm
  • Friday: 4 am to 3 pm
  • Saturday: 4 am to 3 pm
  • Sunday: 4 am to 3 pm
  • Monday: (Washington's Birthday), 4 am to 1 pm, Hours might differ
  • Tuesday: 6 am to 1 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: service (20) great (15) time (10) coffee (10) Denny' (9) breakfast (9) good (8) meal (7) excellent (6) friendly (6)
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  • 5/5 MP R. 10 months ago on Google
    Great service and excellent food. The pancakes that come with the senior cheddar scramble plate are huge, bacon a bit crispy but not burnt, sausages and eggs done well and a tasty meal for $8.00. This is the first Denny's I have been to with grapefruit juice. Clean dining room and restroom. A great place to stop and get a late night bite to eat. 5 stars all around.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 devlin9871 1 year ago on Google
    Delicious dennys food and a great spot. Elizabeth Rulloda was our server, she was incredible! Despite having several tables and working very hard she made sure to make us feel welcome and check in on us. Made it all the better and truly a great lunch!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Daniel S. 11 months ago on Google
    Had one of the best service experiences. The food was hot and fresh. The service was the best we've had. Eddie attended us from start to finish in a friendly and professional manner. Will definitely recommend them to anyone ☺️. Great atmosphere too. Absolutely excellent 💯 👍🏽
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Charlie B. 1 year ago on Google
    Small Denny's but we were seated right away. Everybody was friendly and the food came out fast, hot, and perfectly cooked!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rebecca H. 1 year ago on Google
    My Daughter wanted Dennys for Her Birthday. Google Maps here we go, Service was Awesome also we didn’t regifting the Birthday meal so, the wait staff gave a piece of Cheesecake also took half of her meal off the Bill😊.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Susan C. 5 months ago on Google • 115 reviews
    Best able sandwich ever. Two days in a row. Best French fries ever. Fresh cut potatoes fried to perfection. Honestly, Best French fries I can remember for a long, long time. Service was friendly and excellent. Very clean with old time pictures of Danny's and old cars from 50s and such. Very cool. Try it. You will like it. Fri Nov 11, 2023 free original grand slam for military personnel and veterans. Must so military ID or dd214.

  • 5/5 Bradley K. 5 years ago on Google
    Came here several times just for the country fried steak. It was 12.99 for the country fried steak, hash browns, two eggs, and a side of toast. I asked to swap out the toast for sausages because I'm on a no bread diet and they seemed fine with it. Also their orange juice was very sweet and tangy (didn't seem freshly squeezed) .. Very delicious, got me hungry again just writing about it!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michelle Gary H. 1 year ago on Google
    I have visited late night and had excellent service. The waiter was great and made sure we had everything in our to go order.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jim R. 3 months ago on Google • 24 reviews New
    The service from the staff and management is great. Very friendly and welcoming. The food is great and consistent, thank you chefs. Very clean and well kept inside and clean bathrooms. Been coming here for years with my father for breakfast/lunch and we always enjoy chatting with our favorite server. Thank you!

  • 3/5 Cynthia A. 5 months ago on Google • 18 reviews
    We frequently went to this location and it didn't disappoint. But this last time we where there, the service was bad and the food wasn't as good as last time. Asked to hold the pancakes so they could be nice and hot. But when we asked for them, they came out cold. Pur service kept on forgetting the stuff we asked for and needed blaming it on how busy it was. But we've been there when it's busier and had no issues.

  • 5/5 JENNIFER S. 5 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    Eddie made me feel at home! We are from out of state and I was missing home and he made me feel welcomed, kept my coffee piping hot and my belly full all with a warm smile and great personality. Hes an exceptional employee!! Top notch! We will be visiting here often before we make our way back home to our home state.

  • 3/5 Renato I. 5 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Sirloin steak was cooked well done and it was tough! Cut of meat wasn't good at all! Ordered medium but don't think it would matter much if the meat was done medium because the sirloin meat didn't look good. I didn't eat my food at all instead shared my wife's hamburger.

  • 5/5 Eric O. 8 months ago on Google
    Hannah B. Was outstanding in her service! Everything we asked for was brought right away, she kept us updated on what was happening in the kitchen, even though we didn’t believe there was that big of a delay on our meal. She came by and asked how things were going and if we need anything as well as if the food was OK. Excellent service!

  • 5/5 Natache M. 10 months ago on Google
    The food was well prepared and service outstanding. I needed to sit outside with my dog and although there were no tables outside they were kind and setup a table for me. That is quality customer service

  • 5/5 Theresa Z. 10 months ago on Google
    Elizabeth R. Provided us with outstanding service! Thank you for always checking on us and accommodating our special orders. She’s a great representative for Denny’s!

  • 4/5 DeadEyeDave 10 months ago on Google
    I like to try new menu items, so when I saw the new 'Oven-Baked Lasagna' I just had to. Well, don't. I mean it wasn't horrible, but I could tell by the taste and texture that it started frozen and was thawed in a microwave before being put into a very hot oven to get crispy edges and sizzling sauce. Not much better than the frozen lasagna I can get at the grocery store.

  • 5/5 Veronica R. 10 months ago on Google
    Elizabeth R. Always takes care of us. She has an awesome personality. We love this Denny’s because she is great and always makes us feel great and welcomed. She is an incredible server.

  • 4/5 Nicola Marteney R. 1 year ago on Google
    I love coming here for the Grand Slam breakfast...where you pick the items you want. The staff is very friendly and the food is good. Yum. 🍳🥞🧇🧂🥘

  • 5/5 Michael W. 1 year ago on Google
    We go to various Denny's and some are good, others not so great. This location is excellent! We randomly stopped in as we were in the area. As soon as we arrived, the staff was attentive and seated us in Rosa's section. In moments of sitting down, Rosa offered us water, menus and coffee. The coffee was hot, fresh and delicious (not all Denny's coffee is created equal!). The food was very good, tasted more home cooked then sent out from a high turn kitchen such as a Denny's. The highlight of this visit, Rosa! She is so incredibly attentive, not hovering over your table, just aware of needs, such a top off of coffee, giving you time to really start experiencing your meal then asking how is everything. Rosa, you were the delight of our morning!! Keep doing the incredible job do you do every day, as your level of service is amazing!!! Mind you, this was a busy time at this Denny's and the staff there seemed to perform like clockwork, no one hanging back. Everyone engaged and so attentive. There are a lot of Denny's (and other breakfast places) in San Diego county, but I'd seriously make the 15 min drive from my house to eat here again. They raise the bar when it comes to a breakfast at Denny's experience.💯 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • 5/5 Quidachay F. 9 months ago on Google
    I wish I remembered the name of the waitress that helped me. She was amazing! It’s been years since I’ve went to Denny’s and it’s not the first place that comes to mind when I think of establishments that offer breakfast. I received a birthday deal which entitled me to a free breakfast, so I decided to go. Besides, who doesn’t love free things? I enter the restaurant, I explained that I got a birthday offer for a free breakfast to a woman standing at the front, she immediately seats me at a table, and takes my order which she served within minutes. Besides the free breakfast, I ordered a cup of coffee which wasn’t included in the offer. As I’m eating, the woman frequently checks up on me to make sure everything is okay which was very nice of her. My meal was as expected, mediocre but fulfilling. I complete my meal and go to the front to check out. I end up speaking to the same woman. She rings me up but for some reason the coupon I had wasn’t working. She attempts to process the transaction several times with the coupon but each attempt failed. She eventually tells me not to worry about it. I told her I still need to pay for the coffee and I asked if she was sure everything would be okay because I didn’t want her to get in trouble but she insisted. I was hoping she would charge me for the coffee so I can leave her a decent tip electronically for the five star service she provided me with. Although the food was satisfactory, the customer service I received from this woman made up for it and is the reason I would return here in the future. I wish I remembered her name!

  • 5/5 Catherine T. 10 months ago on Google
    Elizabeth R went above and beyond to make our brunner (breakfast dinner) the absolute best. She always pleases us and takes care of her customers with a smile. She checked on us to make sure everything was perfect and our food was exceptional. She makes me want to come back for the best customer service I have ever received.

  • 5/5 Jph 1 year ago on Google
    Great experience! Waitress went above and beyond, very friendly, fast, and thoughtful. Food was on point. They definitely have a welcoming atmosphere at this location and plan to return in the future.

  • 4/5 Ms.Sherry619 1 year ago on Google
    I gave it 4 stars cause my food was so salty! I did let them know and they were very nice and replaced my food. However, this wasn't the 1st time with the food being salty, so that is why I complained. I should've complained the 1st time, but I believe that things happen sometimes, not 2 times though.

  • 5/5 Jose A. 1 year ago on Google
    This was my best Denny's experience I ate by myself at the bar and my order was out in less than 5 minutes. The waitresses Eileen and Rosy were so kind and hard working, props to them for their great service. The food also tasted delicious.

  • 5/5 Jolene D. 1 year ago on Google
    The server was very personable and understands what customer service means. He made you feel very comfortable like I'd been a regular for years. Like the dynamic you see play out in old movies where everyone knows you and your family. For example, a classic scene where a guy walks in the local diner and majority say "hey Frank, how's it going, did you get your tractor fixed, my wife is at the beauty shop with yours, your dog got out again blah blah blah banter with people you have known for 50 years.... It was nice lol

  • 3/5 Maria F. 2 years ago on Google
    I would have given 5 star however I gave a 3 stars reason being the blt had no mayo and it took them 20 minutes to bring it, the lettuce was wilted. It took 25 minutes to bring my toast. The list can go on and on. Very disappointed in my hometown Danny's. Server Dilan reached over the table and the zipper from his jacket went into my friends pancakes. Asked for crisppy fries and got soggy ones. And there was not toilet paper in the restroom.

  • 5/5 Maria Del V. 1 year ago on Google
    I was so satisfied with our servers, the quality of our food, perfect temperature and flavor,☕️🍳

  • 2/5 Sadeer S. 1 year ago on Google
    Even the place was very busy, the servantswere so nice, but portions are very small and they are not yummy like before unfortunately 😕

  • 1/5 joshue t. 1 year ago on Google
    Worst customer services. We literally waited over an hour for our food, Also it came out all greasy. The cup of waters were also dirty, Had stuff floating around . Waiter only came by one time to see if we needed something.

  • 5/5 Eli S. 5 months ago on Google • 1 review
    Hector was great! He was polite and welcoming. The kids enjoyed their food & complimentary pumpkin tote bags! Thank you for the fast service on a busy Sunday morning. Will continue to come back!

  • 5/5 Mary E. 5 months ago on Google • 1 review
    Eddie Morales is always very attentive and always making sure all customers are happy and have everything they need while eating here at Dennys in Rancho S.D…we have been coming here for years and he has the same attitude and smile always, is always great to still be able to see then people that take good care of you

  • 5/5 David B. 8 months ago on Google • 1 review
    Eddie (Server) did a great job in providing excellent service. He has a very positive attitude and takes the time to treat everyone as if they are the most important person in the restaurant. You are very fortunate to have such a dedicated employee.

  • 5/5 Mary Jo V. 4 months ago on Google • 1 review
    Eilene is the best! Great at her job. Love her and always ask for her

  • 2/5 Francisco S. 2 months ago on Google • 1 review New
    Service was not good at all. We ask for coffee it came after de food never came to si if we were ok ask for more coffee they refused bad bad 👎


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Braille menu
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Late-night food
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Kerbside pickup
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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