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Mama Kat's Restaurant

950 W San Marcos Blvd, Suite J, San Marcos, CA 92078
760 591 4558
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Ranked #1 of 98 restaurants in San Marcos
Cuisines: American
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch
Most recent review
- 4 May 2013
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Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch
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Boise, Idaho
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47 reviews 47 reviews
36 restaurant reviews
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

After hearing raves about Mama's from a work associate and reading reviews here, I had high expectations. The initial impression in the door met those expectations, with a down-home atmosphere and a friendly staff greeting. It was downhill from there. The place was not crowded on a Saturday morning at 7:00am, yet the service was slow. If you like a... More

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San Diego, California
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14 reviews 14 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

If you like a traditional, hearty breakfast, don't miss Mama Kat's. Breakfasts are phenomenal and huge. Coffee never ends, and the staff is super friendly. It makes you feel like you've come to a friends house for breakfast (one that can really cook). The have amazing homemade pies too. If you're dieting, save up calories to come and enjoy and... More

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Palm Desert, California
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20 reviews 20 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2013

I was there mid-week (party of 1) and it still took 10 minutes to get a spot at the counter. That is a testament to how good the food is there. The service is super-friendly, the food superb AND plentiful and the pricing is in-line with other area restaurants offering far less of a meal. Its an experience simply watching... More

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San Diego, California
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35 reviews 35 reviews
27 restaurant reviews
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2013

Although my day begins much earlier, when a friend invited me to breakfast at 10:00 AM, I could not resist the invitation. It was my first time experiencing Mama Kat’s Restaurants and Bakery, in the city of San Marcos California. From the moment I entered the parking lot I knew it must be quite a draw. There was only one... More

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Calgary, Canada
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60 reviews 60 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
78 helpful votes 78 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2013

Our family makes it a point to find places that have character, serve wonderful breakfast food, good service, and make you leave stuffed. Mama Kat's fits the bill on all fronts. On a recent trip to the area, we ate here for brunch 3 times. Not once were we ever let down. The cinnamon bun French toast was an absolute... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 February 2013

Mama Kat's has lots of character and charm with a friendly staff which makes it pretty popular, especially on Sunday mornings. We were warmly greeted and it was not long before we were seated and coffee servedas we waited for our food. Unfortunately, both the old fashioned waffle and the corned beef has arrived cold. I expect the place was... More

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Tomball, Texas, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2013

It was on a whim that I stopped into Mama Kat's. The service was friendly and the food was excellent. It was nice to find an old fashioned cafe still in existence. Oh, btw, the pie was excellent.

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London, United Kingdom
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3 restaurant reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2013

Just go!! Great food, great service, we'll be back every day we're here! Big menu with lots of choices, endless coffee...

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San Marcos, California
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30 reviews 30 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 December 2012

Be willing to wait and wait to get a seat for breakfast, but when you do get seated, man is it worth it. You won't leave hungry or broke, just happy with the food you just ate

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Carlsbad
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3 reviews 3 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 November 2012

If you are going out for breakfast and not going to Mama Kat's, you might as well stay home! I have travelled around the world and to this day, no one can beat their Eggs Benedict. Weekends can be extremely busy...but for me, extremely with the wait. Want a protein breakfast? Try their Marco Polo omelet, it'll carry you the... More

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