Rudy's Can't Fail Cafe
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Rudy's Can't Fail Cafe is the hot spot in Emeryville for breakfast, lunch, brunch and dinner. Open until 1AM every night! This colorful cafe serves great omelets, pancakes, burgers and traditional diner specialties. Rudy's features Peet's Coffee and Tea. Try the meatloaf, fish and chips, or the classic Reuben sandwich. Beware of the highly addictive hollandaise sauce. Handcrafted beers on tap include New Belgium's Fat Tire Amber Ale and Blue Paddle Pilsner. The cafe is frequented by the East Bay's alternative music crowd and local business people. Families also enjoy the kid-friendly atmosphere. Reservations are recommended for parties of 8 or more. Come enjoy our classic diner with a bit of an edge.
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Top Sentiments among Rudy's Can't Fail Cafe Reviewers
Great bird breakfast
Best burgers
Beautiful baby greens salad
Best mandela park way waffles
Great Diner menu selection
Tasty chicken barbecue sandwich
Awesome french toast
Wonderful tuna sandwich
Perfect Sunday brunch meal
Awesome Veggie chili cheese fries
Customer Reviews (25 reviews)
Chelsea Lin
on Citysearch Aug 27, 2009Rockers and rollers will appreciate the cool factor at this outwardly inconspicuous East Bay joint--not only does the name come from a song by seminal punkers The Clash, but Green Day bassist Mike Dirnt is a partial... (more)
kt352
on Citysearch Mar 22, 2009Not a lot of atmosphere here but for breakfast, the food is more important, I think! Great vegetarian omelet, quick Pete's coffee, nice hash brown and toast. Nice booths - great for business discussion!... (more)
MartinDenny777
on Citysearch Mar 19, 2008commodified, overblown punk theme not true to punk spirit. No matter how many tattooed, blue-haired waitresses there are or how much self-consciously hip decor is stuffed onto shelves, a $12 cheeseburger will... (more)
emerygal
on Citysearch Feb 04, 2008When Rudy's opened down the street, we were happy to have any place in the hood that was open on Sunday. Now it's hard to get a table, because it's become a place for locals, hipsters and people who want to grab dinner... (more)
stephbbq
on Citysearch Jan 04, 2008Very good service and no wait when you sit at tha counter... recommended for anyone in east bay to check it out! (more)
curli_q
on Citysearch Dec 23, 2007We eat here regularly. Prices are reasonable, the selection is good and they have things like a Guiness milkshake with a shot of espresso on the menu. Late night eats--especially since there is not so much open late.... (more)
keekster317
on Citysearch Oct 21, 2007The selection of food was great, the chilaquiles were very good. There is also a great selection of vegetarian food that actually tastes great. I tried the Pressure Drop, a Guiness with a shot of espresso dropped in,... (more)
___cory___
on Citysearch Aug 18, 2007My family and I have been to Can't Fail a few times. Food has ALWAYS been good. If you go on Wednesdays, you HAVE to try the meatloaf special (if you're not a veggie, of course). It's better than mom's. Always a good time... (more)
gdstarchylde
on Citysearch Jul 27, 2007I was planning on 3 birthday parties to be held together for a group of friends that met online. From the first time I contacted Rudy's through the day of the party I had completely wonderful service. Doug the manager... (more)
awilkins
on Citysearch Jul 15, 2007I've only eaten breakfast at Rudy's after reading great reviews at this site. Have dined at the restaurant five times in the past six months and unfortunately have noticed a decline in service and food. Perhaps... (more)
ckyelland
on Citysearch Mar 17, 2007Rudy?s is a meticulously crafted establishment, from its name (taken from a song title by The Clash) to its menu (a plethora of consistently delicious items for breakfast, lunch, and dinner) to its decor (kitchy... (more)
timbart
on Citysearch Feb 27, 2007hallo erstmal.ich wollte ja nur mal sagen,dass ihr alle popoliebe praktiziert und bei kick klaut.euer essen hat so schei?e geschmeckt wie es aussah.ich schicke mal das gesundheitsamt ruber.ihr habt au?erdem... (more)
vestarose
on Citysearch Oct 17, 2006Diner food done right! Rudy's is open late (with $1 beer specials) Friday & Saturday nights. Don't miss the weekend brunch, though the crowds can be intimidating. Weekday specials are also great (their fried... (more)
tsoulsby
on Citysearch Oct 04, 2006I've only been here for breakfast, but it is really great, hearty food. I like the way they make their hashbrowns - they're shredded so thin that they are almost mashed consistency with a crisby golden top. I usually... (more)
80_adie_80
on Citysearch Aug 13, 2006Rudy's Can't Fail Cafe was amazing. I've only gone once since I live in los Angeles, but the food is magnificent. (more)
Dani N.
on Judys Book Jun 19, 2006I like the four (or is it five?) cheese mac'n'cheese, and I am impressed by the level of insanity required to mix beer and chocolate milkshakes in one glass. I don't know what turns me off - the often slow and confused but... (more)
drenalin
on Citysearch Apr 16, 2006We've eaten here several times - and always been very happy. Many others have also figured this out, but we've never had to wait more than 10-20 minutes, even during peak time on Sunday. If you haven't been by, check... (more)
sassypants76
on Citysearch Feb 01, 2006Great food for a sleepy Sunday, but this is also an idea shared by many, so get there early, or be prepared for a bit of a line. What's fantastic is that they offer coffee to you while you wait. Awesome food, service is... (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Nov 16, 2005Modern diner dishes up omelets, burgers, salads and more American fare for breakfast (all day), lunch and dinner. (more)
shoestringkid
on Citysearch Sep 23, 2005The pancakes are "met in your mouth" as advertised and the warm maple syrup is a nice touch. Try the chicken apple sausage as well. Nice, clean, and hidden little gem in Emeryville. Seems as though the local... (more)