The Original Saugus Cafe

Cafes in Santa Clarita, California

4.3 (1,338)

CategoryCafes Β· Diner, Restaurant
AddressSaugua cafe, 25861 Railroad Ave, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
AreaSanta Clarita, California
Google rating 4.3 (1,338)

Hours

Monday5 am–9 pm
Tuesday5 am–9 pm
Wednesday5 am–9 pm
Thursday5 am–9 pm
Friday5 am–9 pm
Saturday5 am–10 pm
Sunday5 am–9 pm

About The Original Saugus Cafe

The Saugus Cafe is the oldest restaurant in LA county, opening it doors in 1886. The business transferred many hands and in 1998 the business was formally purchased by longtime dishwasher/bartender/cook Alfredo Mercado. The Cafe unfortunately closed in January of 2026, due to disputes with the new landlords, who are attempting to claim ownership of the business without purchasing the business license from the Mercado family. The landlords are attempting to re-open the cafe, but as they have been refusing to lease to any potential buyers that reach out to the Mercado family, the real future of the Saugus Cafe is, for now, locked in a legal dispute.

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Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Martin Rivera 2 months ago

Great food will go there again Wife had the special eggs benedict which she liked... I had the Benedict Arnold...sorry, omelette LOL.. which was great ...she had the home fries AKA shoestring potatoes and I had the real home fries AKA homestyle potatoes. My potatoes could have been cooked more to be crunchy but it was still good... Also love the Pandora station playing in the background I love the friendliness of our server but I never got her name. She has been there longer than the current establishment

Lusha Wei 3 months ago

After living in Santa Clarita for several years, we finally visited this historic cafe. The 140-year history attracted us, and it did not disappoint. The food was great, the service was excellent, and our kids loved it. Special thanks to Simon for his outstanding service. We had a wonderful experience and will be back again.

Mina Saad 4 months ago

Wanted to try this place for a long time. It’s very authentic, the place is very old, people were nice. They can be more creative in some food items. Won’t go back for breakfast but still wanna try lunch and dinner there

Randy Petersen 5 months ago

I recently learned about this place and wanted to check it out. I stopped in for dinner and found an extensive menu of typical dinner food. The place wasn't busy and service was prompt and friendly. The prices were very reasonable and the food was very good. I definitely have to return for another tasty meal. I highly recommend giving this little piece of California history a try. You won't regret it.

Linda Malcomb 10 months ago

Stopped here to get some breakfast on a weekday to avoid the weekend crowds. Got some yummy pancakes! They were amazing. Great service. Love that this place remains open to keep a little history going in our valley. Just a heads up, bring cash if you dont want to pay a credit card % fee.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is The Original Saugus Cafe located?

The Original Saugus Cafe is at Saugua cafe, 25861 Railroad Ave, Santa Clarita, CA 91355, in Santa Clarita, California. Use the β€œOpen in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is The Original Saugus Cafe?

The Original Saugus Cafe is listed as a cafe and is also tagged on Google as diner, restaurant.

What are the hours of The Original Saugus Cafe?

Published hours are Monday: 5 am–9 pm; Tuesday: 5 am–9 pm; Wednesday: 5 am–9 pm; Thursday: 5 am–9 pm; Friday: 5 am–9 pm; Saturday: 5 am–10 pm; Sunday: 5 am–9 pm. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is The Original Saugus Cafe open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open 5 am–9 pm.

How is The Original Saugus Cafe rated on Google?

The Original Saugus Cafe has a Google rating of 4.3 out of 5 from 1,338 reviews.

Does The Original Saugus Cafe have a website?

Yes, the website of The Original Saugus Cafe is facebook.com (linked on this page).

Are there other cafes near The Original Saugus Cafe?

Yes. Santa Clarita also has Garcia Bros Cafe, Soma House LA, Eat Real CafΓ© among others; see the full list of cafes in Santa Clarita at the bottom of this page.

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