Country Kitchen

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2025-01-27

Nestled in a small lot next to the Holiday Inn Express is Country Kitchen Restaurant in Moreno Valley, located on Day and Eucalyptus. Country Kitchen serves all-day breakfast including other menu items such as burgers, ribs, etc. While I have yet to dine during dinner hours, I’ve enjoyed my experiences for breakfast. I stopped by for breakfast today (Sunday) and it was quite busy. The waiting list was about 15 minutes. Thankfully, our party was called within the estimated time and we were finally seated inside. This casual restaurant was packed and the music was fairly loud but not enough to drown the overwhelmingly loud chatter between patrons enjoying their breakfast. I actually liked this vibe because there were guests of all ages that seemed to have a good time. Our server this morning was an energetic young man named Eli. He had a smile on his face, greeted us, and came back to take our orders. Yes, it was busy and all the other servers were busy, too, but I was impressed with the interaction that all the servers had between their tables. They were enthusiastic and friendly and just … happy! It was such a positive vibe to see these folks working hard and orchestrating a “Thank you” in unison as guests left the restaurant. Wow! There were a bunch of offerings from omelettes to skillets and breakfast platters, and a fun kid’s menu (I had my little niece with me). We ordered: * Tot Scramble - This is what I usually get and I like it because it has all my favorite breakfast items (eggs, avocado, bacon). The tater tots were a bonus. Plus it came with a side - of course, I chose pancakes which I gave to my niece. The pancakes were nice and fluffy. * Biscuit & Gravy with Eggs - I tasted this and I really liked the bits of sausage in the gravy. The gravy itself was good but the black pepper flavor was prominent. The biscuit was soft, which reminded me of a less-crumbly version of KFC’s biscuit. * Chicken Cordon Bleu Skillet - I actually thought this was the best dish we ordered. Although it had pieces of fried chicken, it was actually not salty. The flavors were well-balanced. * Kid’s Mac & Cheese + Fresh Fruit - My niece circled the Mac and cheese and fresh fruit from her kid’s menu with crayons. To our surprise, when the order was brought to our table, it came with a side of fries. I’m not sure if that was a mistake or if it actually comes that way, but I did flag Eli to remind him of the fresh fruit. * Regular and Decaf Coffee - Eli brought a coffee carafe to our table. I enjoyed the warmth of the coffee more than the flavor itself. Country Kitchen has plenty of booths and tables in the main dining area, and they have a small outdoor patio with tables and chairs. They did have heat lamps used to warm the space. The parking lot is small so you definitely have to take the first spot you see from within the plaza. Overall, I really enjoyed the interaction I observed during today’s visit and Eli’s positive attitude and his customer service. I feel like the staff really set the bar high compared to other establishment. And the food was delicious!

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2025-03-10

Delightful Experience with Ernesto Ortega at Country Kitchen! If you're ever visiting Country Kitchen off of Day Street in Riverside, be sure to ask for Ernesto Ortega. His warm hospitality and excellent service truly transformed our dining experience into something special. From the moment we walked in, Ernesto greeted us with a genuine smile and made us feel right at home. What made Ernesto stand out was his attentiveness to every detail and his willingness to go the extra mile to ensure our satisfaction. His recommendations from the menu were spot-on, catering exactly to our tastes and preferences. It’s apparent that Ernesto has a passion for ensuring guests not only enjoy their meal but also leave with a memorable experience. In a world where customer service can sometimes fall short, Ernesto acted as a wonderful "circle" of service, engaging with every part of our dining experience seamlessly. His friendly demeanor and professionalism are a true asset to the Country Kitchen team. Thank you, Ernesto, for making our visit so enjoyable. We will definitely be returning and recommending Ernesto to all our friends and family! 🌼 -

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2025-03-08

Went there for breakfast Saturday morning busy place waited 10 minutes. Seated and the service is great. The new Benedict’s menu was tempting. I tried the Cordon Bleu Eggs Benedict . 👍🏼👍🏼 the service there is very attentive even noting when we left to wish a blessed day. I will visit again when in area.