Perko’s Cafe

Nasty! First they bring me coffee with nearly perfect, bright red lipstick lips on the rim from whomever used that cup before me. They weren’t even smudged like they’d even attempted to wash the cup. This was after we ordered.
Then they brought the food. I took one bite of the crab cake and spit it out. It was so stale and tasted freezer burnt. My companion tried a bite because I wanted to know if I was imagining things. They spit it out too with a disgusted face. It was so bad it even smelled funny and was hard.
When I told the waitress, and that no, I didn’t have time to stay and wait for another meal to be made (I’d lost my appetite too), she said they’d only give me a partial discount.
Also, when I suggested that they pull the package the crab cake came out of and not serve them to other people, she looked at me like I was crazy and said she couldn’t do it, it was up to the person who ordered the food and they were going to be gone a few days but she’d let them know when they got back. Whaaaaaaaat?! So in the meantime they’re feeding that to people. Yuck.
Also, the place is grungy. I’ve gone there since I was a kid. It used to be nice. Whoever is running it now needs to find a different job, because running a restaurant is not their calling.

I’ve never had something here that didn’t totally hit the spot. Best biscuits, gravy, and fried eggs in the county, hands down. Great wait staff too.

Try their omelettes. They are awesome. They have a fantastic senior menu and speedy service. I always feel better after a meal at this place. Their memorabilia is great.

Apparently they’ve improved breakfast a bit in the last three years, or maybe I’ve just been out here in the boondocks for too long — a distinct possibility. In any event I enjoyed one of the breakfasts I had there, with crispy bacon that comes with a crêpe, with a light cream filling and topped with fruit. The service is friendly and sometimes this is the only place you can get into without a wait. Unfortunately, it’s way overpriced for what it is and today the crabcake and egg dish was ok BUT the fruit was stale, and the other breakfasts were cold when they got there and at this point I can’t imagine us going back there, unless we’re desperate.

Hands down my go to joint for a heart local meal. Perko’s is always fresh, consist and friendly. I come here several times a month and have never been disappointed, the omelets are by far the best in the area.

We stopped by on Sunday morning, had a quick breakfast. The service was OUTSTANDING, we were seated quickly, all of the servers were extremely friendly, and very very helpful. Coffee was above average, and they came around quite often to refill cups. Breakfast was delivered, exactly as ordered. We were 4 senior men, and they offered, without being asked, to put it on separate checks, we all found the experience to be way above average. Would stop by VERY often if I lived in the area. Kudos to everyone!!!

Not sure what to expect from a Perko’s besides ordinary food usually just a step above Denny’s. The wait staff was nice and the restaurant was not very packed during dinner rush. You could tell they have their usuals that come in for dinner asks they were all created by name. If I was in the mood for casual quick dining and in the area I would stop by again.

It’s time to this restaurant and staff is outstanding. We ordered basic breakfast and it arrived quickly, hot and as ordered. Coffee is above average. Table condiments stocked. Cleanliness is below average with lots of dirty memorabilia. It’s a typical décor for a restaurant of this type.
The fajita omelette with avocado and jalapeño on top was loved for good flavor and great portion. The crepes are not crepes but taco folders thinner pancakes. How hard is it to make a crepes? At least they have the good quality ketchup with no HFCS.
For what it is this fits in the Denny’s category. Many like this type of dining but I don’t. No my favorite kinda place.

My biscuit on my biscuits and gravy cracked with an audible sound heard by all at the table. The green beans were not edible. I believe the term used to describe them was «I think someone peed on them» (this is from a 12 year old mind you) the lettuce on the buffalo salad was wilted, possibly rotting. Either way, it was foul. On a positive note, the gravy is pretty good, and the servers are nice and polite. And I’m a pain in the ass so they did good. I won’t come back, but I’m sure this meal will be coming back soon…(update) It did. Sigh.

This is my favorite local place to have breakfast. The biscuits and gravy are homemade and the portions are good sized. I always get the ultimate omelette with a side of their homemade salsa. They also make their own blackberry jam.

Delicious breakfast, friendly people.

Great resturant. The employees are very friendly and the food is great also.

The fluffiest pancakes and best-​cooked bacon I’ve had in a long time. Normally I don’t like chains but this small regional chain feels very local. I’ve been in the Willits location, same «down-​home» flavor. Definitely put it on your breakfast list when you’re in the Gold Country.

I suppose the only reason I dine here is that friends have kids like taking them here. I understand it’s a chain diner in the same vein as Denny’s, and in some ways it’s better than Denny’s and in others, not. The food is middle of the road, but I do have to say their french fries are great. But for $ 8 – 10 an entrée, I’d rather go splurge on 2 In-​N-​Out Double-​Doubles, fries, and a drink for $ 9.
Service is hit or miss at Perko’s. Sometimes it’s attentive, other times you might get a «how’s your food once» and never see the server again until you flag him/​her down for your check.

Staff and service is great. They were out of Italian sausage, so I ordered lasagna. Then they told me no one took out any lasagna so I couldn’t have that. She offered me a free dinner, but ended up comping us motza sticks. Had pork chops at her suggestion. They were good but not great. their menu was a nice change from the standard Denny’s type of ontrays.

ugh. Where do I start? My husband and I went here on a Wednesday night around 7:30 and the place was empty. We didn’t think much of that because of the day and the time of day but looking back we should have known this wasn’t going to be the best experience. The staff was OK but nothing to write home about. I ordered a very simple dish and they messed it up twice before they brought me the right thing. I made it extremely clear that I was allergic to pickles and both times they put a pickle on the plate and took it off thinking I wouldn’t notice. When you’re allergic to something, you’re in tune to it and it was clear to me that they had put one on the plate and then removed it when they realized their mistake which meant to me that they didn’t care what happened to me in my allergy. After all that build up, I hoped the food would taste good and it didn’t. I asked for my burger to be cooked medium rare and it came out well done. I didn’t complain because I had already sent my dish back twice. The restaurant was dirty. I was not pleased and will not return.

I’ve had Perkos at other places in california but this one is a farm fresh diner so they have a different menu.
We had lunch specials many times lasagna and burgers. Wow the food was fresh and tasted as if it had been made from scratch.
I really really like this place but the times Ive gone my family and I have been treated oddly, even being watched till we get in our car. I didnt want to believe this so Ive gone back many times trying not to believe they are racist. I mean the continued faces, the difference in service, the following to the car and well being the only ppl of color I confirmed.
So the food is ⁵⁄₅ but I cant tolerate business practices that allow staff to behave in such obvious manners, so they get ZERO and no more business from me!

This is a Perko’s, a Diner, and as such I rate it on that scale. The staff is amazing, no chaos when busy, and all staff keep busy cleaning, filling, and stocking when slower. They know many of their customers by name and always seem happy to be doing their job. The food is top-​notch, I think the soups are home made, as are other items from the menu and specials. Being right on 88, its convenient both for locals and those passing through. One of my go-​to places for a bite when I am in town.

3 Stars, but a solid 3. For a chain, not a bad dish of fish and chips. Late night trip back from the hill country, the only other choices this time of night were Mel’s, or Denny’s. Did Mel’s last week, and so it was a coin toss between the two chains. In about 8:30 p m, pretty empty. Promptly seated and offered beverages and menus. Young staff was very good, did their jobs, our server, Jessica, was excellent.
Usually don’t do chains, but if you’re on your way back from Jackson, Kirkwood, or Black Chasm Caverns, not a bad little place to get a bite to eat.