Rudy's Can't Fail Cafe
Diner and American Restaurant$$$$
Park Avenue, Emeryville
"Their burgers are to die for and u must try the shakin' Jesse"(5 Tips)
"Best items on the menu: Shaken Jesse, Chupacabra Chicken Burger, coffee."(5 Tips)
"Chilaquiles are disappointing but tower of power is amazing"(3 Tips)
"Try the gringo bandito hotsauce...it's awesome sauce!"(3 Tips)
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David OkuboApril 21, 2016Such a fun little neighborhood gem to take your out-of-town guests who want a little slice of an American diner experience. Consistently good food. Sitting outdoors can be a little noisy.Upvote7Downvote
MichelleSeptember 10, 2011Omg! The pancakes were to die for! Probably the best pancakes I've ever had that my mom didn't make! Great service, speedy. Will have to hit this place up again when were back in town. Cool decorUpvote2Downvote
Try the Chicken Omelet Mole - Brunch special - mole has a great balance between sweet & spicy. Good ratio of filling (chicken, chilies, onions, queso) to eggUpvote3Downvote
Man this place is awesome! Great food, really nice staff, and a fun place to be to eat. I come here all the time because it is so goodUpvoteDownvote
Steady, always ready, Rudy's. Consistent and their pancakes are total comfort food.
UpvoteDownvote- Try the Monster Blat With Side Salad - Twice the bacon, lettuce, avocado, & tomatoes as a regular BLAT. Four times as tasty. Served on toasted whole wheat.Upvote2Downvote
- Try the Blackened Cajun Catfish Sandwich - Nicely blackened. Tasty but could use more spice & less tartar sauce. Opted for the side salad instead of friesUpvoteDownvote
Fill up on classic diner food with a cajun burger, fries and Shakin' Jesse milkshake.
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Jerel WalliserApril 22, 2014Had the shaken Jesse, the Ruben, and spicy vegetable soup with lentils. All were really good.UpvoteDownvote
Christopher WolfAugust 28, 2011Try a little experimenting! I asked the counter staff to mix some strawberry syrup in a glass of lemonade to make strawberry lemonade, and it came out great! Mix and match!UpvoteDownvote
EL ASeptember 29, 2017Great place! Do yourself a favor and get the bacon grilled cheese on sourdough!UpvoteDownvote
The Crunchy Asian Tofu Salad (sub chicken) & the Cajun Catfish Sandwich with fries are definitely worth a try!UpvoteDownvote
Try the Crunchy French Toast - Bottom coated w/ Corn Flakes& served w/ Caramel Sauce .. Side order of bacon sold separately. =)UpvoteDownvote
Kian LaviFebruary 8, 2020they have upper crust pies, which are simply the best pies in the BayUpvoteDownvote
Just discovered the refreshing Mickey's Grenade - light tasty malt beer with a light price.UpvoteDownvote
Brian StraussMarch 7, 2017Love the ambiance and hours of this spot. Fun. Unfortunately the eggs aren't great. Doesn't ruin the experience though. Maybe I need to branch out.UpvoteDownvote
ronny mirandaSeptember 1, 2012Try the Cyprus - Grapefuit Juice And Sparkling Wine - Nice punch of bitter and sweet from the grapefruit.UpvoteDownvote
Becky makes the best cherry lime rickey - ask for it!
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ChrisApril 11, 2015Shaken Jesse lived up to the hype. Chicken Burger and fries were decent.
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Try the Chupacabra Burger With Bacon - #kvpinmybelly : #GoatCheese and portobello mushroom over a medium-rare beef patty. Yum! Then add #bacon. #Nom !UpvoteDownvote
Karen DLt MontañoSeptember 30, 2019Have been twice here first my burger was burned and the second time I tried breakfast the sandwich was flavorless. Not sure if I want to go for a third time.UpvoteDownvote
Patrick SarakulMay 5, 2012Their Wednesday night spaghetti and meatballs are perfect for what they are. Good and simple. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read moreUpvoteDownvote- Combat Mac & Cheese is now served every day.
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Sara ShroyerAugust 21, 2014Great breakfast food here. Eggs and hash browns were delicious.UpvoteDownvote
Sarah Jayne AndersonAugust 10, 2011My FAVE place in Oakland. Order the fries - the best I have had anywhere apart from their Emmeryville location.
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Joanne CablingApril 9, 2011Love this place cuz it's open late. The open faced turkey sandwich is delish! Comes with stuffing & cranberry! So good!UpvoteDownvote
add the gringo bandito hot sauce to the b-fast burger, then close your eyes as you chew. you will see god.UpvoteDownvote
The Shakin Jesse is good, but the chocolate overpowers the guinness and espresso. Try it without for a more interesting, and slightly bitter shake.UpvoteDownvote
Jen RichSeptember 8, 2013Grits were disappointing. No flavor/seasoning whatsoever. Surprising. since everything else was delicious!UpvoteDownvote
karlaMay 10, 2012Buffalo Wings are really good but really spicy! The blue cheese dressing is no match for those wings.Upvote2Downvote- Try the Pancakes Dueces Wild - Yum! Eggs any style & meat option!UpvoteDownvote
- Your check tray sometimes has reading suggestions
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Try Cajun burger, spice it with Gringo Bandito sauce.UpvoteDownvote- Robert GordonJune 13, 2012Best items on the menu: Shaken Jesse, Chupacabra Chicken Burger, coffee.Upvote1Downvote
The Monte Christo will change your lifeUpvoteDownvote
Dalton CrosthwaitNovember 7, 2011Veggie chili nachos = happy belly. Taco salad is something to behold as well.UpvoteDownvote
The service is consistently terrible, so be prepared, but the food is fantastic!Upvote1Downvote
BrianAugust 7, 2014If you like Guinness and ice cream don't order them separately, instead order the Guinness Shake.UpvoteDownvote
Come 9pm - 1am for the $1 pbr happy hour. All of the food is pretty gravy. Can't go wrong.Upvote1Downvote
Stacey AldrichOctober 4, 2011Try the harvest veggie burger with swiss cheese. Fries definitely worth it!UpvoteDownvote
Joe HummrichNovember 6, 2011Italian burger is AMAZING. Cajun Big Blue is AMAZING. Wow...Upvote1Downvote
Vojta BorovianMarch 13, 2010Quite a unique atmosphere, you won't fit in without a tattoo but despite that you will be welcomed by superfriendly staffUpvote1Downvote
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- 8:00 AM–3:00 PM
- Wed–Sat
- 8:00 AM–3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM–9:00 PM
(510) 594-1221
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