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Welcome To Cafe Genovese
At Cafe Genovese, located in St. Johns, FL, a warm and welcoming atmosphere awaits you, reminiscent of cherished neighborhood coffee shops from years past. This charming eatery specializes in breakfast and lunch, featuring comforting dishes like fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy hash browns, and hearty burgers. Patrons rave about the friendly staff, who treat everyone like family, fostering a true sense of community. With outdoor seating, catering options, and a casual vibe, it’s the perfect spot for groups and families, including those with furry friends. Cafe Genovese is not just a meal; it’s a delightful experience that feels like home.
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Cafe Genovese
Welcome to Cafe Genovese, your new favorite destination for delectable meals in the heart of St. Johns, Florida. Located at 1515 County Rd 210, this charming spot is more than just a restaurant; it's a beloved local hangout where regulars are greeted by name and everyone is treated like family.
Cafe Genovese excels in crafting a delightful array of Burgers, New American dishes, and a robust selection for Breakfast & Brunch. The atmosphere strikes a perfect balance between casual and welcoming, making it ideal for gatherings with friends, family, or a quick solo bite. Patrons can enjoy outdoor seating, on-site parking, and even bring their beloved dogs along for a meal.
- Highlighted Menu Item: The Complete Breakfast – featuring two eggs, two pancakes, your choice of crispy bacon or savory sausage, served with grits, Home Fries, or Hash Browns, all paired with coffee or tea for just $8.99.
- Breakfast Sides: Whether you prefer fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, or a delightful pancake stack, Cafe Genovese has you covered.
- Customer Favorites: The burgers, cheesesteaks, and homemade salads showcase their dedication to quality and flavor.
With reviews from satisfied customers like Chad D., who praised the attentive staff and welcoming atmosphere, and Jerry H., who ultimately deemed it a bullseye for his family, Cafe Genovese is clearly making a mark. Caroline D. fondly compared it to her father's coffee shop from the 80s in NYC, noting the friendly vibe enriched by regulars returning for a hearty meal.
Whether you're indulging in their classic hot coffee with complimentary refills or enjoying a hearty omelet or a sandwich, the friendly team at Cafe Genovese is dedicated to making your meal memorable. It's a place where comfort food meets a warm community spirit, and the walls are adorned with local spirit, from Yankee memorabilia to first responder pictures, creating a nostalgic ambiance.
If you’re seeking a delightful brunch, a cozy breakfast, or comforting lunch, look no further than Cafe Genovese. With its engaging service and delicious dishes, you'll leave feeling satisfied and eager to return. So why not pay a visit? Don’t be surprised if you find yourself part of the extended family at this hidden gem!
For more information, give them a call at (904) 829-0707. Join the local community at Cafe Genovese, where every meal feels like coming home.
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“ A place where the staff knows you and is happy to see you when you walk in. Mario and Deb are always great. ”
“ What a small but quaint breakfast spot in the St Johns county. We came in around 10:30 am and as patrons were leaving, and empty table was ours for the taking. We had our grand with us which was a treat. He ordered simple eggs and bacon. Wifey had alittle bit of this and a little bit of that. I had the number 5 including corn beef hash, french fries, scrambled eggs and rye toast! The back of the shirt said, "A place where everyone knows your name". I wanted to shout to the roof top, " I m Jerry!, and this is my wife Ramona and our grandson Nolan. We got the check and was off to the races. The owner was engaged in deep conversation so there was bo thank for coming needed. We will be back! Sorry IHOP and Dennys, Cafe Genovese has hit a bullseye withe Henriquez clan! ”
“ Cafe Genovese is a hidden gem. Local breakfast joint reminds me of my Dads coffee shop from the 80's in NYC. Quaint friendly. While we were seated and others walked in the owner knew so many regulars by name. We felt welcomed. Perfect for breakfast & lunch, closed at 2pm. My scrambled eggs were fluffy and hash browns toasty crispy as asked . Was surprised they had everything bagels and not just plums like most places. This will become a regular place to go. No food pics, sorry forgot and I ate it all:)) ”
“ What a great place. The food is fantastic and the people there are even better! We have had the burgers, cheesesteaks, sausage & peppers sub, western style omelet, ham & cheese omelet- ham is nice chunks, the eggs pancakes bacon... breakfast, tater tots, salads. Everything is great quality. Wonderful family place. Everyone should be coming here to eat. Great job Mario, Deb, & Team!!! ”
“ Wanna feel like you're back home in the NY come here. This is a real old fashioned breakfast place with the friendliest staff. The walls are adorned with Yankee, Giants and first responder pictures . Whenever we walk in we get treated like old friends. You want hash ? You want fried eggs? You can get it here & even more. They serve a great breakfast but also salads & lunch. This is a no frills get it like you want it place. They have a busy counter where the owner cook interacts with local folks about all that's going on in this busy & growing area. Great hot coffee with free refills too. Welcome home! ”
“ This place is excellent and love it so much and so awesome and absolutely incredible and and unbelievable place and so clean and fabulous and the employees are so friendly and kind caring and it is so the best and bring everyone it is so wonderful and lovely service and food is spectacular and and brilliant! Seriously come here and have fun and relax and enjoy the outdoors and indoors and talking catching up and love is so much you not be disappointed at all and chef that makes the food AWESOME! Give them all raise and tips and everything they all deserve it the place is so clean and tidy perfection and so wonderful lovely and I can't get enough of it and so fun and enjoyable and I appreciate them so much and all businesses should be appreciated more and loved and thank you for everything. From Lauren ”
“ My parents asked me over Christmas break if I wanted to meet them for breakfast, so since I've never been here, I decided to take the leap. My son, niece, and myself met my parents here for breakfast. It's located in a stripmall on 210. Beware, this whole stripmall has a pretty tight (or at least for me) parking lot, so backing out, can be a bit tight. Also, if you're coming from the Beachwalk area, making a right into this plaza (especially in the morning and around the time the high school is starting can take a bit). Once we parked we entered Cafe Genovese. It reminded me of the little mom and pop diners we had in upstate New York. You def get the small town feel, and based on my observations, they had many regulars. Our server quickly came to our table, handed us menus, and asked us for our drink orders. She was chipper and happy to help. I ordered a pretty standard breakfast: scrambled eggs, toast, home fries, and a coffee. My kiddo got scrambled eggs, toast, and a side of bacon, and my niece ordered one pancake. Our drinks were quickly refilled. The other server was quick to see if we needed napkins, both servers were on top of customer needs. Our breakfasts came out quickly. Every tasted good. It's pretty nofrills, but that shouldn't deter you from coming here. If you're looking for reasonable prices, quick and friendly service, this is the place. ”
“ We just stopped in around 11 on a Saturday. The place was completely full, so we had to eat at the counter as those were the only two open seats. Most of the diners were having breakfast, and everything looked good with large portions. We opted for lunch instead and had the phillychicken cheese steak and a burger. Both sandwiches were good. They were accompanied by onion rings, which were average. If we come back in the future, we will probably try the breakfast options ”
“ Family Owned- good eats NY style inside with lots of seats & a few outside great food awesome staff ”
