Guy Fieri knows where to find the good stuff. These 15 California breakfast spots all earned a feature on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives — and they’re still open, still slinging it, and still highly rated. From Bakersfield, Carmel, Emeryville and beyond, here are the ones worth the drive, ranked by the reviews.

1. Rosine’s Restaurant (Monterey)

American, Italian, Breakfast, Dessert · $$ · 4.5★ (4,467 Google reviews)

Rosine’s Restaurant earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 4,467 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 20, Episode 2 — “Stuffed and Twisted” (September 12, 2014)
Address: 434 Alvarado St, Monterey, CA 93940
Phone: +1 831-375-1400
Website: www.rosinesmonterey.com
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2. Studio Diner (San Diego)

American, Breakfast · $$ · 4.4★ (3,102 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, Studio Diner still draws a crowd — a 4.4-star rating from 3,102 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 2, Episode 10 — “Open 24/7” (January 7, 2008)
• Season 26, Episode  — “All Stacked Up” (March 10, 2017)
Address: 4701 Ruffin Rd, San Diego, CA 92123
Phone: +1 858-715-6400
Website: studiodinersandiego.com
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3. 24th Street Cafe (Bakersfield)

Burger, Breakfast, Dessert · $$ · 4.6★ (2,254 Google reviews)

The burgers at 24th Street Cafe clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.6-star rating across 2,254 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 22, Episode 8 — “Sweet, Savory and Saucy” (April 17, 2015)
Address: 1415 24th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Phone: +1 661-323-8801
Website: 24thstreetcafe.com
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4. Hob Nob Hill (San Diego)

Breakfast · $$ · 4.4★ (2,207 Google reviews)

Hob Nob Hill is one of the area’s go-to spots for a knockout breakfast, with a strong 4.4 stars from 2,207 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 5, Episode 8 — “Just Like Yesterday” (January 26, 2009)
Address: 2271 First Ave., San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: +1 619-239-8176
Website: hobnobhill.com
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5. Rudy’s Can’t Fail Cafe (Emeryville)

Breakfast, Vegan/Vegetarian · $$ · 4.4★ (1,925 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for a knockout breakfast, Rudy’s Can’t Fail Cafe keeps a 4.4-star rating across 1,925 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 8, Episode 4 — “Triple D Goes Tailgatin'” (January 25, 2010)
Address: 4081 Hollis St, Emeryville, CA 94608
Phone: +1 510-594-1221
Website: iamrudy.com
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6. Putah Creek Café (Winters)

Breakfast, Pizza, Dessert · $$ · 4.6★ (1,786 Google reviews)

Putah Creek Café earned its spot on the show for a knockout breakfast that regulars rave about, and the 4.6-star average from 1,786 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 11, Episode 12 — “Signature Twists” (April 4, 2011)
Address: 1 Main St, Winters, CA 95694
Phone: +1 530-795-2682
Website: putahcreekcafe.com
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7. Emma Jean’s Holland Burger Café (Victorville)

Burger, Breakfast · $ · 4.7★ (1,783 Google reviews)

Known for burgers, Emma Jean’s Holland Burger Café still draws a crowd — a 4.7-star rating from 1,783 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 2, Episode 2 — “Route 66” (October 8, 2007)
Address: 17143 N D St, Victorville, CA 92394
Phone: +1 760-243-9938
Website: emma-jeans-holland-burger-cafe.gofoodtruck.net
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8. Little Jewel of New Orleans (Los Angeles)

Seafood, Breakfast, Sandwich, Southern, Cajun, Dessert · $$ · 4.4★ (1,685 Google reviews)

The fresh seafood at Little Jewel of New Orleans clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.4-star rating across 1,685 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 5 — “Takeout: Shipped, Sweet & Savory” (June 25, 2021)
Address: 207 Ord St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Phone: +1 213-620-0461
Website: littlejewel.net/utm_sourcegoogle
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9. Sabroso Mexican Grill (Garden Grove)

Mexican, Seafood, Breakfast · $$ · 4.4★ (1,648 Google reviews)

Sabroso Mexican Grill is one of the area’s go-to spots for Mexican plates, with a strong 4.4 stars from 1,648 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 20, Episode 1 — “California Cruisin” (September 5, 2014)
Address: 13091 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA 92843
Phone: +1 714-537-7080
Website: sabrosomexicankitchen.com
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10. Crest Café (San Diego)

Breakfast · $$ · 4.4★ (1,536 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for a knockout breakfast, Crest Café keeps a 4.4-star rating across 1,536 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 18, Episode 1 — “Neighborhood Knockouts” (August 26, 2013)
Address: 425 Robinson Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
Phone: +1 619-295-2510
Website: crestcafe.com
See the full Crest Café listing →

11. From Scratch Restaurant (Carmel)

American, Breakfast · $$ · 4.5★ (1,517 Google reviews)

From Scratch Restaurant earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 1,517 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 21, Episode 3 — “Cross-Country Classics” (September 19, 2014)
Address: 3626 The Barnyard Building C, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923
Phone: +1 831-625-2448
Website: www.fromscratchrestaurant.com
See the full From Scratch Restaurant listing →

12. Pete’s Breakfast House (Ventura)

Breakfast · $ · 4.7★ (1,496 Google reviews)

Known for a knockout breakfast, Pete’s Breakfast House still draws a crowd — a 4.7-star rating from 1,496 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 14, Episode 4 — “Passin' The Baton” (April 23, 2012)
Address: 2055 E Main St, Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: +1 805-648-1130
Website: www.petesbreakfasthouse.com
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13. Sunflower Caffé (Sonoma)

Breakfast, Sandwich, Vegan/Vegetarian · $$ · 4.6★ (1,456 Google reviews)

The a knockout breakfast at Sunflower Caffé clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.6-star rating across 1,456 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 11, Episode 11 — “From Mozz to Matzo Balls” (March 28, 2011)
Address: 421 1st St W, Sonoma, CA 95476
Phone: +1 707-996-6645
Website: sonomasunflower.com/pages/menu
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14. The Bun Shop (Los Angeles)

Burger, Breakfast · $ · 4.4★ (1,149 Google reviews)

The Bun Shop is one of the area’s go-to spots for burgers, with a strong 4.4 stars from 1,149 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 25, Episode 8 — “Burgers, Buns and Bagels” (October 7, 2016)
Address: 239 W Read St, Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: +1 410-989-2033
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15. The Starling Diner (Long Beach)

American, Breakfast · $$ · 4.6★ (1,125 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for American classics, The Starling Diner keeps a 4.6-star rating across 1,125 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 20, Episode 3 — “Old Standards, New Styles” (September 19, 2014)
• Season 24, Episode 6 — “Comfort Food Mash-Up” (February 3, 2016)
Address: 4114 E 3rd St, Long Beach, CA 90814
Phone: +1 562-433-2041
Website: www.starling-diner.com
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