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Welcome to CJ's Kitchen & Grille

Located in Pensacola, FL, CJ's Kitchen & Grille offers a welcoming atmosphere with a cool, local vibe. Known for generous portions and delicious American breakfast and brunch options, this spot has received praise for its excellent food and friendly service. Customers rave about specialties like crab cake Benedict, beignets, and pecan pound cake with praline sauce. While some have mentioned wait times, the overall consensus is that the food is well worth it. With a mix of traditional Southern favorites and unique dishes, CJ's provides a memorable dining experience that keeps locals coming back for more.

CJ's Kitchen & Grille: Reviews & Ratings

Merideth L.
Merideth L.

Excellent food with beyond amazing service! The ambiance is cool. Funky paintings and mismatched mugs round out the "Cheers" vibe of this local gem.

May C.
May C.

This place had good reviews for food and customer service, and we love to visit smaller local restaurants. The food? Was pretty good! The egg portions of our foods were cooked beautifully, and the food itself did not take long to get to our table once ordered. The lost of stars was service. The lady took our drink order and saod she would be right back to take our order. We gor our orders togather quickly for her... but she basically never came back. I watched her seat, serve drinks, take orders and serve food for the table diagonally behind us. She had time to go cut up lemons for prep, sit another party and get them drinks. At this point i just stared long enough where I could read lips from the other waitress asking if she wanted her to come take our order. I cannot say there was any pleasantries (my husband desribed as kind of rude). We have been to several restaurants in this area and have been treated with such pleasantries and chit chats about the area.. servixe prompt andexcellent... but here... not so much. There is nothing that would send me this way again unfortunately, even id the eggs were well done.

Paul L.
Paul L.

Really good food, beingets were excellent . Service was better than usual for breakfast places. Worth the stop.

Nelson H.
Nelson H.

Ate here for the first time and was blown away. Food was absolutely delicious and very generous serving size. I had the crab cake Benedict and was stunned that I got 2 huge crab cakes. They were really good. Wife got pancakes with bacon and eggs, also really good. But the star was the desert. They had a pecan pound cakes with praline sauce and bourbon whip cream. Absolutely the best desert I have ever had.

D. R.
D. R.

This is a good local's spot. If you go on the weekend, prepare to wait, it is small, crowded but nice. We waited 30 minutes just to place our order and then almost 30 minutes for the food, but they do not make you feel rushed once you have your food. Food is good for the price. Spouse had the Napoleon with a Puff pastry, not exactly what he was expecting but tasted good. I had the crab cakes Benedict and it was really good even though the Bernese saice was broken. I swapped out the English muffin for a Southern biscuit. Couldn't help myself, being born in the South and all. Sweet tea was a little weak for me, I like mine to steep for like and hour or two so it grows hair on one's chest and keeps one awake for at least 36 hours.

Rich S.
Rich S.

Really enjoyed this old school joint! It has a charm about it, enhanced by quite a collection of customer (???) portraits adorning the walls. Breakfast was very good. Biscuits and sausage grave were tasty (though a little light on the sausage); the scrambled eggs and hash browns perfectly done. My wife got pancakes which meant I got a taste. Pretty good. Service was prompt and friendly, and the clientele appeared to be mostly regulars. Definitely worth the stop for morning chow, Cheers! RS

Location

As a food reviewer, I had the pleasure of visiting CJ's Kitchen & Grille, a cozy American restaurant located at 2100 W Garden St in Pensacola, FL. This hidden gem offers a wide range of options, including breakfast and brunch, making it a perfect spot for any time of day.

The restaurant provides various utilities such as takeout, reservations, delivery, and many vegetarian options. What sets CJ's apart is its welcoming ambiance, with funky paintings and mismatched mugs adding to the Cheers vibe. In addition, they accept credit cards, Apple Pay, and offer Wi-Fi, making it convenient for all guests.

One standout aspect of CJ's Kitchen & Grille is their exceptional service, as mentioned by several customers. Merideth L. praised the excellent food and beyond amazing service, while May C. highlighted the beautifully cooked egg portions and quick service. Despite a few hiccups mentioned by some customers, the majority appreciated the good food quality and prompt service.

From crab cake Benedict to beignets and pecan pound cake with praline sauce, the menu at CJ's is a delightful surprise for the taste buds. Nelson H. was blown away by the delicious food and generous serving sizes, particularly raving about the dessert options.

Overall, CJ's Kitchen & Grille is a must-visit for anyone looking for a casual dining experience with a touch of Southern charm. With its delectable dishes, friendly service, and cozy atmosphere, it's no wonder that customers keep coming back for more.