Michael Guynn
Jerry’s is exactly what it needs to be. It’s not gourmet by any means, but it’s a heart-filled spot to have a meal.
They use American cheese and margarine, but I find that endearing. The coffee is strong and dark, and the breakfast staples are classic and tasty.
The service was excellent. My girlfriend likes extra crispy bacon, and our server asked if it was cooked to her liking when the meal was brought out. I can’t remember any other restaurant where that’s happened before. It just shows a dedication to providing a good meal.
Side note: it’s cash only, so plan accordingly!
… moreDavid Morales
Excellent salsa! The staff is very friendly. I’m visiting family from out of town. This place had one of the best bacon cheeseburgers I’ve had in Simi. Much better than In n Out. I will come eat here again.
… moreZan Lee
CASH ONLY. I love this little Mexican diner. Stopped in for my first time this past weekend and drove up from West LA specifically for this little coffee shop. I am working my way through a list of all coffee shops and diners in LA County so next up on my list are the handful that are in Simi Valley. Jerry’s definitely caters to the Hispanic community, which being from San Diego myself this is something that I also enjoy. I am not Hispanic myself, but the staff made me feel very welcome so don’t think that it’s not for everybody type of place. It’s in a really sleepy part of Simi Valley tucked at the bottom of a group of hills which makes for a great backdrop. There is a small parking lot attached so parking is really easy to find. It’s important to know that it is cash only but the prices are extremely low because of that and they do have an ATM on site. Our waitress was extremely polite and everything that we ordered came out very fast. Inside is quite small, but they do have a lot of traditional seating options such as counter, booths, and tables. I love how the whole restaurant is built around the kitchen, so you can see, hear, and smell all the food being prepared.
I would say that this is one of the best Chicken Fried Steaks that I’ve had in a long time. I wanted to order a diner classic so I chose that and was very impressed with the meal. The eggs were cooked perfectly, the meat was not overcooked, and overall it just had some great flavors. There were a lot of other options on the menu that I wanted to order so I plan to be back in the near future to try more. The staff was also extremely polite and insisted that I take a coffee to go which I happily accepted and it really hit the spot on the long drive home. This is honestly a great local diner, but I would honestly recommend to anyone in LA and feel that it was worth the 30+ minute drive to get there.
… moreDanielle Carrillo Whitmore
Well Jerry is gone. The new owners seem to be doing a great job filling in pretty big shoes. The atmosphere is still friendly and the photos from over the years are still hanging on the walls. The decor is the same and you get that overwhelming good feeling that many people have entered and left thru that entry door. We enjoy coming here. The food is reasonable priced and the service is amazing. Bring cash. No credit cards are accepted. Be careful where you park. The parking lot is limited and shared by a small car dealership that has tow signs everywhere.
… morePatrick R.
The gold standard of diners. You can’t force the organic greatness of a place this good. It just *is*. Places like Jerry’s are restaurants after my own heart. The simple breakfast—eggs, bacon, toast—hits better than Little Jerry at a cockfight. (Seinfeld fans, you know.)
If the food in Egypt had been this good, Moses might’ve reconsidered the whole Exodus thing.
… moreBrianne Rogers
This is a really nice, peaceful, laid back diner, with pretty views, and friendly service. They are doing takeout and dine in is outside right now. The coffee was fresh, and so was all of the food. Everything is really reasonably priced, but it is cash only, so make sure you are prepared for that. We had eggs over easy, and they were prepared perfect. The hashbrowns and home fries were yummy, and so was the toast and English muffins. The tuna sandwhich was tasty and it had fresh, crisp veggies on it, but it is a very very small sandwhich, with a small amount of tuna, so I probably wouldn’t get it again. I would definitely come back for breakfast:)
… moremonique muedano
Absolutely welcoming environment felt very homey and the breakfast was so delicious. Was such a nice service we got from our waiter. Definitely will be back. 🙂
… moreChris Yanke
love a place that has menus were over 90% of the items are under 10 bucks you can’t find many places like this anymore. All four of us ordered the chili cheese omelette for obvious reasons it’s one of the best cheap eats I’ve ever had the Chili’s actually made in house if you’re a meat lover… This is your chili
I loved our server she was straight up honest and she kept the coffee cups flowing so we didn’t have to ask for anything the toast was awesome and instead of hashbrowns I got the side of fruit which was freshly chopped bananas and watermelon which I needed.
It’s worth the drive you can see the classic setting so that means this place is been there for a while but for good old fashion friendly service the owners and the staff make this place a wonderful stop for any morning I’m coming back!
… moreSantino Corleone
Tip well and go back often, and you will have a different experience. Jerry’s was once a good place for small plate breakfast, donuts and coffee. I am dumbfounded at the amount of the “new locals” that call this place home, and rave about the chili. It is loud, short order and if told you have to wait to be seated, well, welcome to Simi Valley.
… moreSergio Hernandez
Jerry’s Coffee Shop is not just yummy; it’s a delightful haven for coffee lovers and food enthusiasts alike! The friendly atmosphere and welcoming staff create a warm and inviting environment. Under the new management, the experience has been elevated to a whole new level. The coffee is rich and flavorful, and the food is consistently delicious. I absolutely love the positive changes they’ve made, and it’s become one of my favorite spots for a scrumptious meal and a friendly chat. Jerry’s Coffee Shop is a true gem, thanks to the wonderful new management!
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