Reviews

Had a great breakfast here. Great service, great price.

Great food and fast & friendly service. Went on Friday for the catfish and wasn't disappointed, it was... read moreGreat food and fast & friendly service. Went on Friday for the catfish and wasn't disappointed, it was great. I definitely will be back soon. I also will be telling my friends to check this place out. read less

Really liked having breakfast here. The food was great as was the service. Yes, I will return to try lunch... read moreReally liked having breakfast here. The food was great as was the service. Yes, I will return to try lunch and dinner. read less

The Barn Cafe, located in Elk Grove, CA, has been serving delicious "Americana cuisine" since 2016, and they are serious... read moreThe Barn Cafe, located in Elk Grove, CA, has been serving delicious "Americana cuisine" since 2016, and they are serious about their quest, as their "mission statement" is printed on the cover of the menu: "Comfort food at it's best!" The Barn Cafe is located on Grant Line Road, several miles east of central Elk Grove, and is "country" in both rural atmosphere, and delicious "Americana" cuisine.

As you enter the restaurant, you'll be greeted by the friendly staff and you'll notice the small counter - six seats - that provide "up-front" counter dining at this amazing restaurant. The main dining room is gigantic, and features tables for friendly dining. Barn is located on the east side of Elk Grove, in rural Sacramento County, and offers western hospitality along with "Americana" cowboy cuisine.

The Barn Cafe is an "old school" diner, as there is a window to the kitchen where the servers pick up completed orders. I simply "love" restaurants where you can view the kitchen staff in action. Speaking of kithen, The Barn Cafe's menu is serious about breakfast, as two pages of the menu are devoted to breakfast. The menu is five pages of "comfort food!"

From the "Lunch Menu," and the "Sandwiches and More" section of the menu, Adrienne went with "French Dip," which the menu describes as "Roast beef on a French roll served with au jus." Like with my "Cheeseburger," a wide array of sides was offered, but Adrienne and I are "foodies," very like-minded when it comes to dining, so she went with a side of "French fries" and never looked back.

The beef was tender and juicy, sliced thinly and served on a crisp, French roll, with ranch dressing on the side, and a bowl of au jus for dipping. A slice of lettuce and dill pickle added "window dressing" to make the presentation complete. Au jus made great dipping for the sandwich, and the ranch dressing worked with the fries.

I went with a simple "Cheeseburger" along with an order of fries as my side of choice. The menu states, "ALL burgers are 1/2 pound patties and come with lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, onions, Thousand Island sauce, and your choice of French fries, soup, salad, fruit cocktail, or cottage cheese." The Barn Cafe offers many choices, as you can order a 1/4 pound burger and save yourself a couple bucks, and you can also "enhance" your side with onion rings, potato salad, sweet potato fries or coleslaw for a small additional charge. No "enhancements" on my part, as there is nothing better for me than a cheeseburgers and fries!

I went with the half-pound Angus meat patty, and it arrived grilled perfectly medium, as per my order, thanks to our amazing hostess Amanda, who asked how I wanted my meat cooked. The large meat patty was seasoned, juicy and cooked perfectly to order. It was served with a slice of melted American cheese on a large, lightly buttered and slightly toasted sesame seed bun. Being the "burger snob" that I seem to have morphed into, I noted the meat-to-bun was perfect, with is crucial to a great burger.

One bite into the burger... oh my! I noted the juicy, seasoned beef patty, the perfect meat-to-bun ratio, the chilled veggies and the warm meat, cheese and bun and... and... The Barn Cafe serves an amazing cheeseburger!

My side of choice was "French fries," which was a good, solid "comfort food" choice. The fries were very typical, as they were deep fried to a light golden brown on the outside, and tender, chewy white inside. The fries were simply delicious, not at all spectacular, but made for an outstanding side dish, and a side that I'd definitely order again.

My friend and dining companion Adrienne and I enjoyed our lunches, the "rural" atmosphere on the patio, and inside the restaurant, along with the amazingly friendly service, as our hostess treated us like family. No wonder The Barn Cafe has become a local favorite, and a favorite restaurant for "foodies" who enjoy great food, country charm, along with a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

For an amazing meal any day of the week, look to The Barn Cafe for "comfort food at it's best." The Barn Cafe, located in Elk Grove, CA, is a favorite restaurant of Elk Grove locals, and all Sacramento-area "foodies."

Mmmmm.... what happened to my photos? This restaurant is 5-stars! read less

Great little place for breakfast. Finally found a place that knows how to cook hashbrowns. CRISPY and not burnt. Had... read moreGreat little place for breakfast. Finally found a place that knows how to cook hashbrowns. CRISPY and not burnt. Had the Eggs Benedict and they were perfect. Well definitely be back soon. read less

I love the Barn cafe in Elk Grove CA ☀️ for a Great Breakfast 🥞 🐖 🍅 🧅 🥑... read moreI love the Barn cafe in Elk Grove CA ☀️ for a Great Breakfast 🥞 🐖 🍅 🧅 🥑 🍳 & of course mimosas 🍷 I had a cranberry mimosa… & Excellent customer service I give them two 👍🏽👍🏽 thumbs up…. read less

This was my first visit here and I will be definitely returning for the lunch and dinner menu. I... read moreThis was my first visit here and I will be definitely returning for the lunch and dinner menu. I loved the vibe of the restaurant. Everything was very country and well put. Nice and clean place. The staff are all very attentive and friendly. Price for the food that you receive is excellent. Delicious and great quality. read less

Yum! Yum! Yum!!! Our favorite breakfast place! We've been going here for years and never have a problem! Servers are... read moreYum! Yum! Yum!!! Our favorite breakfast place! We've been going here for years and never have a problem! Servers are all super sweet read less

It was my dads 85th birthday and I jokingly made reference to it and the staff were incredible and seng... read moreIt was my dads 85th birthday and I jokingly made reference to it and the staff were incredible and seng happy birthday to him. Thank you and even the customers that were there said happy birthday to my dad as we left. I'd recommend it to any of my friends. read less

Wonderful friendly staff. Had a delicious BLT with fries. Very down home nice and relaxing give it a try.

We love going here! Food is great and the staff treats you like they've known you forever.

Good food, very busy, the ambiance is on the older side and unless you sit on the porch the seating... read moreGood food, very busy, the ambiance is on the older side and unless you sit on the porch the seating is very claustrophobic. Waiting staff was very friendly, just wish they would do some updates to their tables, dishware, and inside of the restaurant. read less