Cafe Victoria’s

I’ve eaten lunch here since when it was Jany’s. The new owner is enthusiastic. The variety of food is better, and tasty (though I do miss Jany’s spinach pie). The décor is way-​outdated, and the chairs are worn out and uncomfortable. I hope the owner invests some cash.

Today was my first visit and I am less than impressed. I liked what I saw on the breakfast menu but opted for a lunch item instead — chicken cordon blu. The wait was average for take out but the person behind the counter seemed new and overwhelmed with the small amount of business (me waiting to pay, and order she just took and already forgot, and a phone call that she took part of the order from and then told to hold). My chicken sandwich was not made the way it was described in the menu which made it not a CCB. It was served with a side of what I can only guess was the last remaining breakfast potatoes. Not only where they not what I was expecting to receive with a lunch meal (ordered at 11am), but they were way overlooked, some burnt, and completely cold. In addition, most of the pieces of potatoes were just small fragments of what used to be much larger pieces resulting in more of what could be described as potato crumble. Burnt potato crumble. Burnt cold potato crumble. All of this came to almost $ 10 with tax. Had I not ordered this meal as take out and left the area it would have definitely been sent back. My first experience there left me feeling less than satisfied and ripped off.

Cute little café in Callowhill! Very inexpensive and great service, all the breakfast classics and sandwiches you’re craving. Also, some great diner coffee :)

The owner has the worst customer service skills ever !!! Not to mention he has the waitress and the order taker back in the kitchen cooking So the «OWNER» Took my order a half of hour early so my food would be ready before my lunch hour and when i get there he didn’t even place the order (i was beyond pissed because now my break is over) and was unapologetic for forgetting the order so the outcome my food was rushed threw together and not satisfying this will be my very last time getting food from there i rather make a meal from our vending machines !

If I could give zero stars I would. We were shocked at the condition of our food. The scrapple was broken into pieces. The grits were a solid block. The french toast, was plain toast. I’m serious, it was so bad even the kids refused it. I attached pics.

Love this place. The new owners are very hands on and nice. Every time we are in there they make it a point to ask how everything is and just chit chat. The service is always quick and on point. The place is clean and has a friendly neighborhood type vibe. The food is always freshly prepared and u always get exactly what you order. My personal fav. Is the egg white and spinach omelette, it’s huge and well prepared. Also love their turkey bacon, crisp and delicious. We will def. be back.

Café Victoria’s is incredibly convenient for those who work or live around Chinatown but aren’t in the mood for food of the Asian variety. That being said, the food and location aren’t nearly on the same level. The salad was mediocre. The grilled chicken on top did not taste like it’d been freshly prepared. If it had been, it must have been sitting on the counter for a long time because it was lukewarm by the time it arrived at the table. The French fries, however, are delicious and I admire the management’s mission to make it’s establishment paperless.

I used to grab breakfast every once in while when the restaurant was Jany’s and run by a cute, older Greek couple. Always seemed a little slow, not quite put together. Since selling the business, they’ve had 2 new owners. I recently visited Café Victoria. The service is better. Still makes a great breakfast sandwich. They’ve set up square so you can pay for inexpensive orders with your credit card. I feel the average ratings are from when the business used to be Jany’s.

The absolute worst! Sat for 20 min’s at the counter waiting for a tuna sandwich. Staff isn’t friendly, place is old and dirty. It’s insane how good this location could do if they got their act together. HORRIBLE.
I miss Billy G’s.

Very disappointing. I used to always get their top-​notch turkey sandwiches from Jany, as they are known to bake a whole fresh turkey everyday to use throughout the day in their sandwiches but today, something had changed. First of all, Jany wasn’t there, it was a different rude woman I’d never seen before. Second, the turkey in my club sandwich was slimy, gross cold cut turkey. What happened to my sweet jany’s???

I have been here a few times this place seems pretty good I’ve gotten breakfast food always seems like your average diner nothing spectacular but not bad I’ve gotten lunch here a few times as well cheese steak wrap is what I usually get it’s a treat for me as I don’t eat out much it’s usually always pretty good too I would say this is your average diner nothing horribly wrong about it so I would recommend stopping here if you’re in the area.

Breakfast is cheap but you get a ton of food. Reminds me of a small town diner. Most people will order food for pick up or delivery but they are always busy in the AM with those orders.
Rarely will someone eat in. Service is average for a diner. Free parking is helpful. Would recommend if you are hungry for A lot of food for breakfast!

I work around the corner from this place, so I still end up coming pretty frequently. I only order breakfast items or the veggie burger (which is what everyone on our staff raves about). When I’ve strayed and ordered other items, they’ve been sub-​par.
Yes, the older Greek lady is rude and they constantly mess up your order. I continue to get a real burger instead of a veggie burger, and when I come back to say it’s a mistake, I get told that it’s my fault and that’s what I ordered.
Yes, the prices are never the same. Check the menu and make sure that you’re not getting charged more than you should.
You definitely get what you expect here. Poor service, okay food (but the veggie burger is delicious except for the few times they’ve been overcooked).

It’s a diner. The food is simple. It comes out fast and hot and it’s cheap. The owners are very nice.
As far as overcharging the bill goes, I didn’t check. If they did, I wouldn’t care becuase it was only fourteen dollars for my friend and I and we were full. To those of you who complained, don’t be such a tight-​wad.
If you want a three ring circus with your meal, don’t come here. If you want diner food in a place that reminds you of home, this is the place for you.

I can’t speak for anything other than breakfast but I’ve always enjoyed that from this place. I always end up getting an omelette since it comes with home fries, coffee AND a juice. This tops most places that don’t even include any of that.
Like others ensure they take your order correctly. I once ordered a Spanish omelette and ended up with a Spinach omelette with feta. It was still really good so I didn’t complain but it was definitely not what I ordered.
The delivery guy is always nice and courteous and I have no complaints there at all. I will keep coming here since I know the food and pricing includes a good amount of stuff.

I loved this place. First because it’s right across the street from my apartment, and second because it’s one of those old school mom-​n-​pops diner you end up either loving or hating.
Granted, its served by an older couple and therefore the service is not gonna be as fast as going to a drive-​thru. You also won’t get the best eggs in the world.
But you don’t come to this kind of diners expecting wonderful service and amazing food. These place cater busy folks that need cheap and quick comfort food. And they deliver. Anybody expecting something different should not go into this kind of diners.
For the price i paid coffee is surprisingly great, bacon was nice and crispy and the home fries had some actual taste on them. Oh and they do know how to cook sunny side up eggs.
I’m totally coming back. See if I can become friends with these old folks.

My boss always complains that they mess up his coffee. It’s hilarious because yesterday he sent me down here to get him coffee and a sandwich, and the old Greek gentleman looked at me and said «how do you want your coffee?» And I said «just cream please. No sugar.» He walks over go the coffee area, puts cream and sugar in a cup and goes «cream and sugar, right?»
I couldn’t help but giggle.
The bacon egg and cheese breakfast sandwich I got was hot and delicious, no different than the average. But my story is a lesson… Check your receipts for mistakes and taste your coffee for correctness before leaving!

Cheap and delicious. Seriously, where can you get breakfast sandwich and 16oz coffee for $ 2.89?
Every employee I’ve interacted with has been super nice and the food is great for the price. I work in the area and go here now and again for a solid, cheap breakfast.

Jany’s is the classic American luncheonette. The proprietors are Greek, polite and gregarious. The décor is a snapshot of 1987 (pink and baby blue walls and sentimental motel art everywhere) and customers rarely eat in.
Luncheonettes specialize in fast American breakfast and weak coffee. Jany’s lives up to this tradition. You won’t get the best egg sandwich, but for $ 2.15 (for a large coffee AND a sandwich) my broke ass will go there every day and be quite happy.
Shoot for going here before work or during an early break because, like all other luncheonettes, Jany’s tends to close around 3 pm. Honestly, there is nothing exceptional about Jany’s. It’s just a dependable standards when you’re late, hungry and in a rush. Go here for the basics, with few expectations and you should be content with what you get.
Enjoy !

I love Jany’s.
This place is such the classic neighborhood diner. If you want some quick eggs, hashbrowns, and coffee this is your spot. The owners are super sweet and the prices are incredibly reasonable. It’s your standard breakfast fare with exceptional service at a quaint, family-​owned restaurant. I go here regularly because they’re wonderful people and I want to give them business. If you’re in the area, definitely check them out.