Harlow's Cafe won 2019's Best Diner in Arizona from Food Network, visit today and find out what makes us the best! Eat where the locals eat.for over 40 years! Since 1980, Harlow's Cafe in Tempe, AZ, has been serving up delicious, stick-to-your-ribs home cooking at a fair price. Our friendly staff is always ready to take your order, top off your coffee, and make you feel right at home.
The exquisite quality of our food is thanks to the fact that we've had some of the same cooks in our kitchen for over two decades, bringing you some of your favorite food. It doesn't matter if you're stopping in for breakfast before work or sitting down for lunch, you'll find good friends, lively conversation, and a menu meant to please.
The exquisite quality of our food is thanks to the fact that we've had some of the same cooks in our kitchen for over two decades, bringing you some of your favorite food. It doesn't matter if you're stopping in for breakfast before work or sitting down for lunch, you'll find good friends, lively conversation, and a menu meant to please.
Reviews (23)
Cody H. D.
Jan 11, 2022
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Classic little breakfast joint with good service, good enough coffee, and tasty food. You can tell the locals know this is a good spot. It's unpretentious and down-home. Our waitress was really attentive, and food came out quickly. The biscuits could have been better quality, that's my only complaint.
Dan Rio
Jan 08, 2022
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We stopped by after flying into town. It was one of the closest flights to the airport. The parking lot looked a little full so we didn't know if there would be room inside. I went into check and they had some tables available and said service would not take too long. The five of us had great food for breakfast and it arrived pretty quick. We had enough leftovers for lunch. Cayti was a great waitress and very attentive. She really takes care of her customers. It is nice to have such good service.
Gato Thamato
Jan 06, 2022
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Ocean Lyons
Jan 01, 2022
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Matthew Taylor
Dec 02, 2021
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I found this place awhile back while searching for a new breakfast place to try. The first time I stopped by here it was very busy so I didn't stop in. To clarify, it's a great sign they were slammed but I was starved and had an impatient 8 year old so we went elsewhere and I made a mental note to come solo. I knew I would be up at 6am for a work thing today so I made a point to pack up the laptop and went shortly after opening to avoid the crowd. Anytime I try a new place I get their chicken fried steak with eggs over medium. The chicken fried steak was fantastic. The portion was large and thick
Rocky Nelson
Nov 19, 2021
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Ricky M.
Nov 11, 2021
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Coach D.
Nov 08, 2021
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Carrado
Nov 07, 2021
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Most breakfast places are similar to one another, but this one is amazing! The chorizo and eggs had so much flavor, and I ate most of my husbands meal instead of mine, even though mine was great also. The bacon, and especially the french toast (from a local bakery and some sort of Hawaiian bread) was phenomenal! Love that they use Land O Lakes butter cups, and hot syrup! Everything was incredibly tasty here. Highly recommended! We will definitely be back! Even the staff went above and beyond bringing us chips and salsa, and they were all so very friendly. You will love this place for breakfast
Rona L.
Nov 07, 2021
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Steve S.
Nov 02, 2021
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Joe O.
Oct 24, 2021
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Makj Callahan
Oct 23, 2021
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Liss C.
Oct 22, 2021
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If you're in the need of a tried and true by all locals diner then you've found the right place! The staff is great, so nice and fast, awesome coffee with those little vanilla creamers available and the food is always spot on perfect. Offering healthy options or tons of not healthy options, whatever you are craving they've got it! Breakfast all day but they have lunch items too. She's a hidden gem that's been here for years and so happy they made it through the pandemic!
Now the napkin table- that's hysterical and fun! You pick ONE folks! Not the pile to take home
Now the napkin table- that's hysterical and fun! You pick ONE folks! Not the pile to take home
Melanie Brandow
Sep 18, 2021
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First time here, hands down on their homemade blueberry muffin! It is so fresh, the muffin was steaming. I got the breakfast special. Corn beaf hash, hashbrowns, scrambled with cheese. Every bite is flavorful. The hashbrowns are perfectly cooked with nice gold crispies, if you know what I mean. 😋 Their cranberry mimosa is delightful. The staff is very friendly and professional with fast service. I didn't have to ask for a refill of my water once. The prices are a bit high but well worth it! The atmosphere is homey. Definitely coming back!
Nikki R.
Sep 18, 2021
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First off we come here because they never have required masks. Thank you for not buying into the fear. Plus the country fried steak and eggs are amazing. Kids love this place and the manager is a good woman. If you want something that is down to earth and true to itself (their imperfections make it perfect) then you have found your place. Thank you Harlows for being true to yourself you are more appreciated in the community than you know.
J. Esparza
Aug 31, 2021
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Cool small little joint with a vintage theme. Excellent menu, had the French toast with eggs and bacon. Staff was attentive and friendly. Spoke a little with John, and after we told him we were on the road to CA, he stocked us up with snacks for the road. Way over and above the norm. Uncommon hospitality and outstanding food.
Eva S.
Aug 27, 2021
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Great homemade food! Huge portions so go with an appetite. Katrina waited on us. She's an excellent server!!! She checked on us frequently & always with a smile. We had chorizo and eggs, chorizo burrito, eggs Benedict, French toast and mimosas. All were great! We couldn't finish & have lots of leftovers. Be sure you take cash $$.
Jeremy L.
Aug 21, 2021
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Post quarantine review: 8.21.21
This is our go-to spot. Five stars all day!
Support Local AZ!!
The first time I came here I tried the Tiffany Omelette! And I was hooked! Just like that.. whammy!
Been coming back here ever since..
Practically tried everything on the menu! And it's a LONG & Diverse menu too! Something from everyone, home cooked and made with love!
Eggs Maximillian. (+ chorizo)
Chill Willis
Biscuits & Gravy
Three of Clubs
French Toast
( recently tried the gringo burrito) is off the menu; and has bacon egg cheese and potato! It's delicious!
Everything
This is our go-to spot. Five stars all day!
Support Local AZ!!
The first time I came here I tried the Tiffany Omelette! And I was hooked! Just like that.. whammy!
Been coming back here ever since..
Practically tried everything on the menu! And it's a LONG & Diverse menu too! Something from everyone, home cooked and made with love!
Eggs Maximillian. (+ chorizo)
Chill Willis
Biscuits & Gravy
Three of Clubs
French Toast
( recently tried the gringo burrito) is off the menu; and has bacon egg cheese and potato! It's delicious!
Everything
Darya S.
Mar 08, 2021
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The place is cute and looks like an old-school diner where anyone would feel welcome. I was just disappointed because I ordered the 8 oz burger patty for takeout, and I weighed it on my food scale at home, and it was actually not even 4 oz. If you're going to make a claim like that on your menu, please deliver, because that's going to matter to some of your customers.
I also got the fruit bowl, and while it's $7, it's most definitely not worth that much, and it's absolutely not a bowl. It's just a cup of grapes, cantaloupe, and strawberry slices. It was maybe worth
I also got the fruit bowl, and while it's $7, it's most definitely not worth that much, and it's absolutely not a bowl. It's just a cup of grapes, cantaloupe, and strawberry slices. It was maybe worth
Tori R.
Feb 09, 2021
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Rian I.
Jan 14, 2021
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Chad C.
Dec 14, 2020
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A local community staple I have had 2 times in the last few years but had yet to review. The positive was that the food was plentiful for the cost and exactly what I needed for breakfast. The wait was less than 15 minutes on a Sunday afternoon which was a great surprise. Must have just missed the rush.
The reason for the negative stars was not all the serving staff was wearing a mask at all times even while walking through the dining area. (Female seemingly in her 30's). Very surprising in late November 2020 with our Covid #'s through the roof.
The reason for the negative stars was not all the serving staff was wearing a mask at all times even while walking through the dining area. (Female seemingly in her 30's). Very surprising in late November 2020 with our Covid #'s through the roof.
