Best American Restaurants Nearby in El Cajon
Black Bear Diner
4.5
(5k+)$0 delivery fee • 1.7 mi • 29 min
"Potatoes were not greasy but nicely cooked. And thank you, Cook, for leaving the bell pepper out of the potatoes. You noticed that I asked for none in the Scramble. The Shasta Scramble was really good. Great food out of the last two visits. I'm impressed!! "
"They have big portions, we ordered the Classic Eggs Benedict, hollandaise sauce was perfect not too buttery. Strip-Cut Hash Browns are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Their Biscuits & Gravy was great, savory gravy and fluffy biscuit. "
Bear's Choice
Your choice…you make it just right!
$17.88
Thick-Cut Smoked Bacon
4 slices
$7.24
The Grizz
2 sweet cream pancakes, 3 eggs*, 2 slices of bacon, 2 sausage links & a ham steak, served with your choice of potato.
$22.74
Biscuits & Gravy
Served with 3 eggs, strip-cut hash browns, country red potatoes OR fresh fruit & 2 housemade biscuits.
$8.35
Antonelli's Deli
4.8
(1k+)$0 delivery fee • 1.7 mi • 27 min
"Everytime I order this, it is amazing.
Consistent quality. In eight years I've never had a single complaint about the food. The prices are high but Im willing to pay. Dont know what they do to make it so delicious! I get mine on toasted sourdough with provolone lettuce and deli mustard. Last meal worthy. "
"Phenomenal. 5x better than Jersey Mikes and 10x better than Subway. Couldn't eat it all and I'm glad so I can have it again later. Got the #8 Deli Club Sub: Ham, Turkey, Roast Beef & Swiss with extra onion and mayo and they actually listened. Potato Salad ½ Lb. was bomb and the Homemade Lemonade has refreshing and not too sweet. 9.7 out of 10"
#11 Turkey & Swiss Sandwich
Ham, Turkey, Roast Beef & Swiss
$19.18
#8 Deli Club Sub
With White Cheddar Horseradish Cheese, Horseradish Sour Cream & Au Jus For Dipping
$19.8
Shaghf Cafe
4.7
(200+)$0 delivery fee • 1.8 mi • 25 min
"Man that Dubai Waffle 10/10 baby I'm talking S tier. If you like chocolate & waffles baby don't even hesitate. It was still warm and crunchy. Yea run to check out babes lol"
"I am obsessed with their Dubai Strawberry I think I've ordered it like 32 times. They make it to order so the strawberries don't get mushy. They're reasonable priced compared to a lot of locations in San Diego. They also have an amazing selection of unique drinks. 10/10 would recommend. Like I'll probably be there tomorrow :)"
Dubai Strawberry
Specialties.
$13.96
Dubai Crepe
Our Dubai crepe is filled with crispy kataifi and finished with a drizzle of milk chocolate sauce and pistachio cream. Served with bananas and strawberries.
$14.96
Dubai Brownie
Specialties.
$11.91
Pistachio Frappé
Specialties.
$10.95
Colimas Mexican Food
4.5
(800+)$0 delivery fee • 0.2 mi • 16 min
"My first time trying this Mexican Restaurant & now it's my FAVORITE! There Carne Asada Burritos are TOP-NOTCH!! Fresh High Quality Seasoned Meat & Fresh Salsa!!! Very FLAVORFUL & DELICIOUS!!!! GREAT PRICE!!!!!"
"Surf & Turf Burrito was as I asked for as I like it as hot as it can be and they put the hottest sauce in it and the Horchata is the perfect drink to pair with the Surf & Turf Burrito. The size is great, got to me quickly and was hot and fresh. I will be ordering this again."
California Burrito
Comes with carne asada, fries, guacamole, cheese, sour cream, and pico.
$14.88
Carne Asada Burrito
Comes with guacamole and pico.
$14.07
Horchata
32 oz.
$4.12
Breakfast Burrito
Eggs, French fries, cheese and your choice of ham, bacon or sausage.
$12.23
Wingstop
4.2
(4k+)$0 delivery fee • 1.8 mi • 26 min
"Crispy wings with no bad pieces. Boneless are a little small for how much it is but still good taste. "
"Our food was not only poorly made but it was incredibly overpriced for what we received. We asked for the 20 Wings to be cooked extra crispy and they were just rubbery skin and slimy Hawaiian sauce. Just gross. We ordered a large side of carrots and celery and got 3 thick carrot chunks and 3 pieces of celery for almost $7. Maybe it was just the worst employees working that night but we'll never order from here again."
10 pc Wing Combo
10 Boneless or Classic (Bone-In) wings with up to 2 flavors, regular fries or veggie sticks, 1 dip and a 20oz drink
$25.3
10 Wings
10 Boneless or Classic (Bone-In) wings with up to 2 flavors. (Dip not included)
$19.22
6 pc Wing Combo
6 Boneless or Classic (Bone-In) wings with up to 2 flavors, regular fries or veggie sticks, 1 dip and a 20oz drink
$20.14
8 pc Wing Combo
8 Boneless or Classic (Bone-In) wings with up to 2 flavors, regular fries or veggie sticks, 1 dip and a 20oz drink
$22.57
Donut Bros
4.8
(50+)$0 delivery fee • 2.0 mi • 26 min
Dozen Variety
Vegetarian. A selection of twelve donuts featuring assorted toppings like chocolate glaze with sprinkles, powdered sugar, cinnamon sugar, and chocolate sprinkles.
$21.58
Half Dozen
Vegetarian. A selection of 6 donuts, typically including varieties such as cake, old-fashioned, and raised donuts, assembled based on current availability.
$11.1
Apple Fritters
Vegetarian. A glazed apple fritter with chunks of apple and a cinnamon-infused dough, offering a sweet and spiced flavor.
$3.3
Cinnamon Rolls
Vegetarian. Soft, sweet dough spiraled with cinnamon and sugar, topped with a light glaze.
$3.3
Broken Yolk Cafe
4.4
(800+)$0 delivery fee • 4.6 mi • 34 min
"The Broken yolk is always quality food, but this morning their fruit plate was exceptional! The poached eggs perfect, the bacon crisp and the toast yummy! Marmalade and strawberry jam! What a treat! The whole br still warm and toasty! Great start to a busy weekend! "
"Ordered The Mom Omelet and was really disappointed. The omelet came out overcooked, dry, and barely had any flavor. The ingredients tasted like they had been sitting out for a while, and the portion size was smaller than expected for the price. My potatoes were cold, and the toast was stale. The food took a long time to come out, and by the time it arrived it wasn’t even hot. Overall, the quality didn’t match the price at all. Definitely not a breakfast I’d order again."
American Breakfast
Two eggs any style with your choice of bacon, sausage or corned beef hash.
$21.03
Chilaquiles Bowl
Scrambled eggs, bacon, cheddar cheese, homefries and avocado wrapped in a flour tortilla. Served with Mexican rice, refried beans, and salsa fresca.
$23.03
Breakfast Burrito
1 buttermilk pancake with choice of 2 sides and a drink.
$21.93
Classic French Toast
Three homemade crepes filled with Nutella and your choice of fresh sliced strawberries or bananas. Drizzled with more Nutella and topped with powdered sugar and whipped cream.
$21.37
Cafe Amor
4.7
(2k+)$0 delivery fee • 4.5 mi • 34 min
"Cafe Amor consistently has good food that's packaged well. Everything I've tried here is good, from the croissants to the bagels to the toast. The avocado is always fresh and they have fair prices for what you get."
"The Apple Crunch Oatmeal is always wonderful: hot, with nuts and crunchy apples and spices. So good. And I tried the Bacon, Cheese, and Egg Croissant. It was hearty, filling and so very tasty. I was expecting two cookies in the package and only one came. It was very soft and a very good size."
Mini Pancakes
30 mini pancakes with fresh strawberries, bananas, nutella
$10.49
Nutella Crepes
Bacon, eggs and cheese
$10.99
Bacon, egg and cheese Croissant
Turkey, bacon, mayo, american cheese, lettuce, tomate, red onion, cucumber, avocado and side of chips
$8.01
Ice Caramel Macchiato 24 oz
Ham, eggs and cheese
$6.77
Ferny's Mexican Grill
4.7
(6k+)$0 delivery fee • 3.7 mi • 26 min
"Sausage & Egg Burrito was good, good size and double wrapped like I requested.
Good price compared to other places around."
"We literally order Ferny's at least once per week, and anytime we try a different shop for burritos, beans, and rice, we wish we would have ordered Ferny's. The beans and rice are perfectly cooked and seasoned. We usually each get a Crispy Potato Taco as a starter, and then we have part of a burrito. I get the Pollo Asado Burrito with some additions, and my hubs gets the Chicken Chipotle Burrito. The leftover burrito, Side of Beans, and Side of Rice become a whole second meal! Do not make the mistake of trying another taco shop...Ferny's is the correct answer! "
California Burrito
Grilled steak, sour cream, potato and cheese.
$14.65
Bean & Cheese Burrito
Egg, ham, bacon, sausage, potato and cheese.
$7.87
Large Drink
Guacamole, cilantro and onion.
$4.16
Big Breakfast Burrito
Egg, bacon, potato and cheese.
$12.51
Silva's Taco Shop
4.7
(200+)$0 delivery fee • 1.9 mi • 28 min
"Best burrito combo plate I ever had , amazing flavor"
"We love Silva's. One of the best taco shops in San Diego!! Happy they are in DoorDash now. The employees are also awesome!!"
California Carne Asada Burrito
Sour cream cheese french fries.
$18.89
Carne Asada Burrito
Guacamole and Mexican salsa.
$17.72
5 Rolled with Guacamole
Guacamole, lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese.
$13.26
Breakfast Egg's Burrito
Cheese, hash browns beans, eggs.
$16.55
Panda Express
4.4
(5k+)$0 delivery fee • 0.3 mi • 21 min
"So so sooo good always!!! As you can see the refresher is so good I couldnt help myself to drink it before the picture. Always a life saver before I have to head to work."
"Plate had 2 pieces of beef with an abundance of past its expiration broccoli. Bowl had an abundance of rice no true portion just a half portion of entree."
Plate
Any 1 Side & 2 Entrees
$12.22
Bigger Plate
Any 1 Side & 3 Entrees
$14.43
Bowl
Any 1 Side & 1 Entree
$10.14
Cream Cheese Rangoon
Chicken egg rolls are prepared with a mixture of cabbage, carrots, green onions and marinated chicken wrapped in a thin wonton wrapper and cooked to a golden brown.
$3.44
The Meltdown
4.4
(600+)$0 delivery fee • 1.4 mi • 33 min
"food was great, soda was freash they pack ice in 1 cup and the soda in a different cup. that was amazing made the meal better. my soda wasn't watered-down "
"Taste gets five stars , great flavor for the few strips of meat there was .
Chintzy amount of meat on this sandwich . Even the amount of fries was chintzy. For the amount the sandwich cost , I was disappointed in the quantity . "
Hot Mess Melt - Combo
Go big or go home with tender slow-roasted beef, caramelized onions and sharp white Cheddar on grilled sourdough bread. Includes your choice of a drink and a side to round out the meal.
$15.59
Giddy Up Melt - Combo
Chow down with shredded beef, sharp white Cheddar, creamy BBQ sauce and pickles on grilled sourdough bread. Includes your choice of a drink and a side to round out the meal.
$18.17
Giddy Up Melt
Chow down with shredded beef, sharp white Cheddar, creamy BBQ sauce and pickles on grilled sourdough bread.
$13.79
Swami's Cafe
4.6
(3k+)$0 delivery fee • 5.0 mi • 33 min
"This is my first time coming to Swami's and WOWWWW!!! The portion size is fantastic. You get more bang for your buck here. The food temperature was perfect! The Eggs Benedict were so creamy and tangy and my taste buds are just exploding from all the flavor right now. I also got the pastrami melt which I might have to save for later because it's so big. And although it's a side dish, the sweet potato fries were my favorite part. Whoever cooked this food, man.... I LOVE YOU."
"The Swamis Club was pretty big. Tasted pretty good. Fresh ingredients
The fries tho...Ehh
No seasoning and they taste sweet as if they fry a sweet or breakfast item in same oil
They do come free with the sub tho so I guess if you like the taste, just season at home
Overall 4/5
Would order again bc of sandwich size but I'd definitely get a different side like a salad"
The Swamis Club
Choice of Mock or Roasted Turkey, bacon, jack cheese, tomato, lettuce, onions and mayo. All stacked high on three slices of toasted bread.
$19.36
Croissant Breakfast
2 scrambled eggs, mixed cheddar cheese, tomatoes, bacon and mayonnaise. (served with potatoes, fruit or cottage cheese)
$18.39
Eggs Benedict
2 poached eggs on a toasted English muffin, hollandaise sauce and choice of one of the following: spinach, real or mock turkey, real or mock bacon, real ham or avocado. Served with side choice.
$20.22
Acai Bowl
Acai fruit blended w/ apple juice, seasonal berries, bananas, and strawberries with our homemade granola, topped with coconut and local fresh bee pollen.
$16.32
Trolley Stop Deli
4.8
(200+)$0 delivery fee • 5.0 mi • 32 min
Wallet-Friendly
"Their ham & Swiss on Rye is always the best sandwich in San Diego County, and the reason is that they use quality ingredients. And not a small part of this is the fresh locally baked bread they pickup every morning. And then, their pasta salad is always a high point. It's soooo good. I frequently crave this food order, and I have since 2002!!!
Thank you!"
"This is the best deli ever! I am obsessed with their pasta salad. The roast beef was so tender. My only critique is that I asked for BBQ sauce on the side, which they did. But they still put it on the sandwich which I didn't want. This will be my go to deli from now on. "
Pasta Salad
Roasted turkey, Swiss, avocado, lettuce, and tomatoes, served with dijon and mayo on fresh sourdough.
$7.39
The Californian
Breast of turkey, smoked ham, bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, and mayo, piled high on toasted whole wheat.
$14.06
Killer Klub
Lean pastrami, piled high on toasted rye with melted provolone, red onions, pickles, tomatoes, lettuce dijon, and mayo.
$14.08
Hot Pastrami Deluxe
Chicken salad, avocado, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, mayo, and honey mustard on fresh squaw.
$13.99
Burger King
4.2
(4k+)$0 delivery fee • 1.3 mi • 22 min
"Great genuine flame broiled taste much better than the BK we used to have in Santee. So happy I can door dash real burger king now."
"Excellent Burger king has made great strides to remain the best in broiled burgers and the original chicken sandwich are so delicious thank you Burger King for such an awesome service and professionalism"
Whopper
America's Favorite Burger*, The Whopper Sandwich is a ¼ lb** of flame-grilled beef with juicy tomatoes, crisp lettuce, creamy mayonnaise, ketchup, crunchy pickles, and sliced white onions on a toasted sesame seed bun.
**Weight based on pre-cooked patty.
*Based on May 2023 nationwide survey of 4,014 adults 18 or older.
$11.38
Whopper Meal
America's Favorite Burger*, The Whopper Sandwich is a ¼ lb** of flame-grilled beef with juicy tomatoes, crisp lettuce, creamy mayonnaise, ketchup, crunchy pickles, and sliced white onions on a toasted sesame seed bun.
**Weight based on pre-cooked patty.
*Based on May 2023 nationwide survey of 4,014 adults 18 or older.
$16.09
Original Chicken Sandwich
Lightly breaded chicken topped with crisp lettuce and creamy mayonnaise on a sesame seed bun.
$10.61
Double Cheeseburger
Two flame-grilled patties. 1/4 lb* of 100% beef. All topped with 2 slices of melted American cheese, crunchy pickles, yellow mustard, and ketchup on a toasted sesame seed bun.
*Weight based on pre-cooked patty.
$5.15
IHOP
4.5
(2k+)$0 delivery fee • 2.2 mi • 31 min
"The Colorado Omelette was so good that I forgot to take a picture. I'm not a pancake person but the Cupcake pancake was the best"
"Salad was warm and lettuce was brown, all hot items were ice cold and a side of hash browns was the smallest side I have ever seen for 6.00 plus. Turkey looked nothing like the photo, didn't even recognize that it was turkey. Very angry and disappointed with this order. Never ordering from this restaurant again!!"
Breakfast Sampler
Two eggs* your way, 2 custom cured hickory-smoked bacon strips, 2 pork sausage links, 2 thick-cut pieces of ham, golden hash browns & 2 fluffy buttermilk pancakes.
$22.43
Big Steak Omelette
Your hunger won’t be at steak with this one. Our omelette+ stuffed with steak, hash browns, green peppers, onions, mushrooms, tomatoes & Cheddar cheese. Served with our salsa.
$22.71
Original Buttermilk Pancakes - (Short Stack)
Gluten-friendly
$10.49
Pork Sausage Links
Gluten-friendly
$5.6
Ali's Chicken & Waffles
4.7
(2k+)$0 delivery fee • 11.3 mi • 39 min
Farther away
$4 off on $34+
"This is my favorite chicken tender spot in SoCal! The tenders are thin and seasoned well with the perfect amount of breading. The fries are thin and crispy with great flavor. The waffle is always light and fluffy with the best buttery dressing. Highly recommend!"
"Their Breakfast Burrito is the best I've had. The portions of the sauce, the Halal Beef Bacon, and the burrito itself are amazing for the price! Def my go-to now"
Combo #1
Two pieces of strips, a waffle or fries, with a sauce of your choice on the side.
$11.84
Combo #2
Two pieces of fried chicken strips, a waffle and fries, with a sauce of your choice on the side
$16.89
Mac n' Cheese
French Fries topped with corn pico, diced fried chicken or shrimp, drizzled with chipotle mayo and finished with cilantro.
$6.83
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Three pieces of fried chicken strips, a waffle and fries, with a sauce of your choice on the side
$11.33
Better Buzz Coffee
4.7
(100+)$0 delivery fee • 4.3 mi • 35 min
"Love these Carnitas Breakfast Tacos! Trying the shot."
"Barely any ingredients it's not bad tho just wish it had more. Also the Banana Pudding Best Drink Ever didn't taste like banana anything just coffee"
Chocolate Chip Banana Loaf Slice
Banana bread made with fresh hand-peeled bananas and chocolate chip morsels
670 Calories
$4.78
Caramel Vanilla Latte
A blend of Creamy Vanilla and Caramel with Espresso, Milk, and Ice
$8.96
Chili Crunch Breakfast Wrap
Whole wheat tortilla with chili crisp aioli, ham, egg, muenster cheese, and hashbrown patty
530 Calories
$12.02
Bacon Ciabatta
Cage-free Eggs, Thick-cut bacon, Muenster Cheese, and Spicy Chipotle Aioli
760 Calories
$12.45
Starbucks
4.6
(1k+)$0 delivery fee • 1.3 mi • 23 min
"Thank you for making my food this early. The ice coffee is excellent an and loaf is tosty. You're a real worker!"
"Tried a new drink Starbucks® Blonde Vanilla Latte with protein milk and it was absolutely amazing. The drink was fresh and warm! And it was completely filled to the top:) I can't wait to get it more often!"
Caramel Frappuccino® Blended Beverage
Caramel syrup meets coffee, milk and ice for a rendezvous in the blender, while whipped cream and buttery caramel sauce layer the love on top. To change things up, try it affogato-style with a hot espresso shot poured right over the top.
$8.36
Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso
First we shake Starbucks® Blonde espresso, brown sugar and cinnamon together, and then top it off with oatmilk and ice for a cool lift to power you through your day.
If Starbucks® Blonde Espresso Roast is not available, Signature Espresso Roast will be substituted.
$9.52
Cheese Danish
Flaky, butter croissant dough with soft, warm cheese in the center.
–VEGETARIAN
$4.8
Iced Caramel Macchiato
We combine our rich, full-bodied espresso with vanilla-flavored syrup, milk and ice, then top it off with a caramel drizzle for an oh-so-sweet finish.
$8.58
El Pollo Loco
4.6
(1k+)$0 delivery fee • 4.8 mi • 30 min
$5 off on $25+
"The chicken was delicious but it's so incredibly overpriced that we only order it once or twice a year. Eight small pieces (1 whole chicken with rice and beans is $38. ) But yes, the marinade is good and flavorful. The rice and beans are completely standard fare. Nice soft tortillas."
"Everything delicious today. I had gorilla soup with lots of chicken and they give you the trimmings to add before you start eating
I had the double chicken bowl and lots of chicken and it was great portions of everything. Really e noted the flavors. Avocado salsa is my fav and they are most generous to the quantity you ask. Chips and salsa come with both dishes. Great add on. My tummy is happy. "
Double Chicken Tostada
Crispy fried tostada shell filled with shredded lettuce, savory pinto beans, seasoned rice, shredded Jack cheese, freshly-prepared salsa fresca, hand-sliced avocados and cool sour cream, topped with a double portion of our citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken breast. Served with creamy cilantro dressing. Dressing not included in calories. Combo includes chips, salsa, and regular drink.
$15.48
Double Chicken Bowl
Double portion of our citrus-marinated, fire-grilled chopped chicken, savory pinto beans, seasoned rice, crisp shredded cabbage, hand-sliced avocados, shredded Jack cheese, cool sour cream, and freshly-prepared salsa fresca. Combo includes chips, salsa, and regular drink.
$14.7
8pc Family Meal
A delicious combination of citrus-marinated chopped chicken, shredded lettuce, pinto beans, rice, shredded jack cheese, sour cream and salsa fresca in a crisp flour tostada shell. Served with creamy cilantro dressing. Dressing not included in calories.
$34.43
Patty's Cafe La Mesa
4.7
(40+)$0 delivery fee • 5.0 mi • 37 min
"Ordered Carrot cake but got pecan pie instead. Honestly not mad, I love pecan pie but my sister is disappointed because it was supposed to be for her. Lamb and potatoes were BOMB. Also got some free crackers with the soup side and they are delicious."
"the chicken was really tough and they gave me cesar dressing instead o.f blue cheese."
Pork Chops
Thinly sliced and served with Greek salad and pita bread & tzatziki sauce. Delicious Greek specialty cooked on a rotisserie.
$18.95
Rib Eye Steak
Chicken souvlaki, spanakopita, sliced gyro served with Greek salad, rice pilaf, hot pita bread and tzatziki sauce.
$20.95
Gyro Platter
With grilled mushrooms and onions.
$17.95
1/4 Lb. Hamburger
Bagel with cream cheese, one over-easy egg, bacon, ham and hash browns on the side.
$14.4
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