Ranch Side Cafe Menu
Welcome to Ranch Side Cafe, the quintessential spot for breakfast and brunch nestled in Sylmar, CA. Known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, this American eatery provides a menu that tantalizes the taste buds with generous portions and diverse offerings. From the classic Ranch Side Breakfast featuring two fresh eggs, meat, and potatoes, to dishes like the flavorful New York Steak and Eggs, every meal is crafted to satisfy. Vegetarian options are limited, but the inclusion of Ethiopian specialties provides a delightful twist.
- Enjoy casual, family-friendly dining with an outdoor seating area and a vibrant ambiance.
- Perfect for groups and kids, the cafe provides happy hour specials and a self-serve sauce station.
- Accessibility features like gender-neutral restrooms and wheelchair access make it an inclusive space.
Whether you're indulging in big breakfasts or juicy burgers, Ranch Side Cafe is more than just a meal; it’s an experience!
Beverage Bar
Soft Drink
Coke, Diet Coke, Root Beer, Dr. Pepper, Sprite
Root Beer Float
Coke Float
Iced Tea
Orange Whip
Lemonade
Horchata
Coffee
Hot Tea
Milk
Hot Chocolate
Tomato Juice
Grapefruit Juice
Cranberry Juice
Apple Juice
Orange Juice
Breakfast Beverage Bar
Breakfast Ranch House
Ranch Side Breakfast
Served with 2 fresh large eggs any style, choice of meat and potato and toast.
New York Steak and Eggs Breakfast
A tender cut of New York steak served with 2 fresh large eggs and choice of potato and toast.
Corned Beef Hash and Eggs Breakfast
Try our famous corned beef hash spiced with onions and bell peppers served with 2 fresh eggs and choice of potatoes and toast.
Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs Breakfast
Lightly breaded and fried beef patty, covered with homestyle country gravy, served with 2 large fresh eggs any style and choice of potato and toast.
Turkey Sausage Patty and Eggs Breakfast
Lean turkey sausage served with 2 fresh eggs any style and choice of potatoes and toast.
Biscuit N Gravy and Eggs Breakfast
Freshly baked biscuit covered with homestyle country gravy, served with 2 fresh eggs and choice of meat. This does not come with potatoes or toast.
Avocado Toast with Eggs and Potatoes
Two slices of bread layered with fresh avocado and topped with your choice of eggs.
2 Egg Breakfast
2 fresh large eggs prepared any style with choice of potatoes and toast.
Pork Chop and Eggs Breakfast
2 center cut pork chop with 2 fresh eggs any style and choice of potatoes and toast.
Egg Benedict Breakfast
2 poached eggs over a slice of ham on an English muffin, topped with special hollandaise sauce and bacon bits. Served with choice of potatoes.
Eggs Florentine Breakfast
2 poached eggs over fresh spinach on an English muffin topped with special hollandaise sauce and bacon bits. Served with choice of potatoes.
The Breakfast Sampler
2 fresh eggs prepared any style accompanied by 2 fluffy pancakes, 2 crispy bacon stripes, 2 zesty sausage links and a generous amount of country style potatoes. This does not come with toast.
Breakfast Burrito
3 scrambled eggs mixed with onions, cheese and choice of chopped bacon, sausage or ham. Served with homemade country style potatoes or hash browns.
Veggie Breakfast Burrito
3 scrambled eggs mixed with spinach, mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, cheese and avocado. Served with homemade country style potatoes or hash browns.
Huevos Rancheros
2 eggs over easy served with refried beans, Mexican rice and cheese on a corn tortilla and topped with ranchero sauce.
Spinach Quesadilla Breakfast
Spinach, black beans, Ortega chile and egg white quesadilla with melted cheddar and Jack cheese.
Chorizo and Egg Burrito Breakfast
Spicy Mexican sausage, refried beans, Mexican rice, scrambled eggs and melted cheese wrapped in a warm large flour tortilla.
Chorizo and Eggs Breakfast
Spicy Mexican sausage scrambled with eggs and served with refried beans, Mexican rice and warm corn tortillas.
Chicken Fajita Omelette Breakfast
Chicken, bell peppers, onions and tomatoes in a 3 eggs omelette topped with melted cheese. Served with toast and a choice of potatoes.
Steak Fajita Omelette Breakfast
Steak, bell pepper, onions and tomatoes in a 3 egg omelette topped with melted cheese. served with toast and choice of potatoes.
Breakfast Viva a La Mexicana
Breakfast Omelette
California Omelette Breakfast
Chopped bacon and fresh avocado in a 3 egg omelette and topped with a generous amount of cheese and choice of potatoes and toast.
The Meat Lovers Omelette Breakfast
Country diced ham, chopped bacon, chopped sausage, and melted cheese rolled together into a fluffy 3 egg omelette and topped with a generous portion of melted cheese and choice of potatoes and toast.
Spinach, Mushrooms and Feta Cheese Omelette Breakfast
Fresh spinach with sliced mushrooms and feta cheese rolled into a fluffy 3 egg omelette and choice of potatoes and toast.
The Healthy Omelette Breakfast
5 egg whites, oven-roasted turkey with fresh spinach and mushrooms rolled into a fluffy omelette. Topped with melted cheese and served with cottage cheese, fresh fruit and toast.
Country Ham with Cheese and Avocado Omelette Breakfast
3 whipped eggs mixed with mouth watering, chopped country ham with a blend of delicate cheddar and Jack cheese, fresh avocado and choice of potatoes and toast.
The Denver Omelette Breakfast
3 whipped eggs mixed with tasty ham, onions and bell peppers, rolled in a fluffy omelette topped with melted cheese and choice of potatoes and toast.
Cheese and Avocado Omelette Breakfast
3 whipped eggs mixed with Jack and cheddar cheese, topped with fresh avocados, topped with more melted cheese and choice of potatoes and toast.
Ortega Chile and Carne Asada Omelette Breakfast
3 whipped fresh eggs stuffed with carne asada, green Ortega chiles, onions and melted cheese, rolled together into a fluffy omelette and choice of potatoes and toast.
Chili Cheese Omelette Breakfast
3 egg omelette topped with a generous heap of homemade chili and lots of melted cheese and choice of potatoes and toast.
French Toast Slam Breakfast
Thick egg bread dipped in special batter and grilled to a golden brown and sprinkled with powdered sugar. Served with 2 eggs any style and choice of meat.
French Toast Breakfast
6 slices of delicious egg bread dipped in own batter grilled to a golden brown and sprinkled with powdered sugar.
French Toast Breakfast - Half Order
4 slices of delicious egg bread dipped in own batter grilled to a golden brown and sprinkled with powdered sugar.
3 Pancakes Breakfast
Stack of three 6" fluffy golden brown buttermilk pancakes.
Pancake Slam Breakfast
3 fluffy golden brown pancakes served with 2 eggs any style, 4 crispy bacon strips or 4 tasty sausages.
Waffle Slam Breakfast
A crisp waffle served with 2 eggs any style, 4 crispy bacon strips or 4 tasty sausages.
Breakfast French Toast and Pancakes
Breakfast Side Orders
4 Pieces Bacon
4 Pieces Link Sausage
Cottage Cheese
Country Style Potatoes
Hash Browns
Fresh Fruit Bowl
1 Egg
Cheese
Hot Oatmeal
Grits
Bagel and Cream Cheese
1 Slice Grilled Ham
Avocado
3 Pieces Turkey Sausage
Onion Rings
Crispy fried sweet onion rings, served with ranch dressing.
Buffalo Wings
Spicy chicken wings with celery sticks and choice of blue cheese or ranch dip.
Basket of Sweet Potato Fries
Served with ranch dressing.
Tender Chicken strips and Fries -Small
Lightly breaded then fried to a golden brown and served with BBQ sauce.
Tender Chicken strips with fries - Large
Chicken Nachos
A heap of fresh tortilla chips, topped with beans, spicy cheese sauce, ripe chopped tomatoes, cilantro, onions, sour cream, guacamole and fresh salsa.
Steak Nachos
A heap of fresh tortilla chips, topped with beans, spicy cheese sauce, ripe chopped tomatoes, cilantro, onions, sour cream, guacamole and fresh salsa.
Pork Nachos
A heap of fresh tortilla chips, topped with beans, spicy cheese sauce, ripe chopped tomatoes, cilantro, onions, sour cream, guacamole and fresh salsa.
Ranch Side Starters
Camp Fire Chili and Soup
Soup of the Day - Cup
Soup of the Day - Bowl
Chili Cheese Fries
Camp Fire Chili - Small
Try our daily zesty chili, topped with chopped onions and grated cheese.
Camp Fire Chili - Large
Try our daily zesty chili, topped with chopped onions and grated cheese.
Beet Salad
A delicious mix of beets, black olives, feta cheese, tomatoes, cucumbers, almonds, and hard boiled egg.
BBQ Chicken Salad
A variety of fresh greens topped with barbecue chicken breast. Garnished with ripe tomato slices and crisp tortilla strips.
Ranch Side Large Tuna Salad
A variety of fresh crisp greens with blend of tuna, garnished with ripe tomatoes, fresh avocado, sliced cucumber and a hard boiled egg. Served with choice of dressing.
Caesar Salad
Fresh romaine lettuce with grated Parmesan cheese and croutons mixed together with tasty Caesar salad dressing.
Fresh Chicken, Spinach and Artichoke Salad
Grilled chicken, fresh spinach, artichoke, tomato and cucumber salad topped with almonds and feta cheese.
Grilled Salmon Salad
With almond and avocado over mixed greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, and house dressing.
Tri-Tip Salad
Freshly mixed greens, ripe tomatoes and cucumber, topped with avocado, grilled onion and tender sliced barbecued steak. Served with choice of dressing.
Cobb Salad
Mixed fresh crisp greens served with crispy bacon, chicken, chopped fresh avocados, ripe tomatoes, shredded cheese crumbled blue cheese, cucumber and hard boiled egg.
Chef's Salad
Fresh thinly sliced oven-roasted turkey, hard boiled egg, fresh avocado and Jack and cheddar cheese, ripe tomatoes and cucumber, topped on a bed of greens.
Cashew Chicken Salad
Famous chicken salad topped on a bed of fresh crisp lettuce, sliced avocado, ripe tomato wedge, cucumber, hard boiled egg and roasted cashew nuts.
Farm Fresh Garden Salad
Sandwich Stampede
Ranch Side House Melt
Chunky chicken salad with cashew nuts, topped with grilled tomato, melted cheese and fresh avocado.
Cashew Chicken Sandwich
Famous chicken salad, topped with cashew nuts, fresh lettuce, ripe tomatoes and mayonnaise with choice of bread.
Tuna Melt Sandwich
Chunky tuna salad, topped with grilled tomatoes and a generous portion of melted cheddar cheese.
Chicken Club Sandwich
Topped with a breast of chicken and fresh avocado, crispy bacon, mayonnaise, lettuce and tomatoes, served on a choice of bread.
Turkey Club Sandwich
Triple decker topped with thinly sliced turkey, crispy bacon strips, fresh lettuce, ripe tomatoes and mayonnaise on choice of bread.
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Sandwich
Chicken breast marinated in teriyaki sauce, grilled and topped with fresh lettuce, ripe tomatoes, onions, pickles, mayonnaise, bacon and Jack cheese. Served on a toasted wheat bun.
Tuna Sandwich
A blend of homemade chunky tuna salad, fresh lettuce, ripe tomatoes and mayonnaise served on choice of bread.
B.L.T. Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato
Crispy bacon strips, fresh lettuce, mayonnaise and ripe tomato slices served on choice of bread
Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich
Tender slices of roast beef topped with sauteed onions, green bell peppers, ripe tomatoes and Jack and cheddar cheese, served on a grilled French roll.
Hummus Veggie Sandwich
Fresh spinach, cucumber, tomato, avocado and sliced onion with a delicious hummus spread served on choice of bread.
Grilled Cheese and Tomato Sandwich
Melted jack and cheddar cheese topped with grilled tomato.
BBQ Tri-Tip Sandwich
Tendered BBQ tri-tip piled on a french roll garnished with lettuce, tomato, and onion. Served with french fries or cole slaw.
1/2 Sandwich and Soup
Choice of sandwich with soup of the day.
The Burger
Seasoned beef patty topped with fresh lettuce, ripe tomato slice, grilled onions, pickles and mayonnaise.
Double Cheeseburger
Two seasoned beef patties topped with melted cheddar cheese, fresh lettuce, ripe tomato slice, grilled onions, pickles and mayonnaise.
Bacon Cheeseburger
Beef patty topped with melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon strips, fresh lettuce, grilled onions, pickles, ripe tomato slice and mayonnaise.
Double Bacon Cheeseburger
Beef patty topped with melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon strips, fresh lettuce, grilled onions, pickles, ripe tomato slice and mayonnaise.
The Ranch Side Burger
A seasoned beef patty topped with fresh guacamole, sauteed mushrooms, cheese, pickles, fresh lettuce, ripe tomato slice, grilled onions and mayonnaise.
California Burger
Served on a grilled sourdough bread with fresh avocado, crispy bacon strips, grilled onions, 1000 island dressing and Jack cheese.
Patty Melt Burger
Beef patty, grilled onions and melted Jack and cheddar cheese, served on grilled rye bread.
Bleu Cheese and Bacon Burger
A blue cheese and bacon topped beef patty, garnished with crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, grilled onions, pickles and mayonnaise.
Ortega Chile, Mushroom and Cheese burger
Beef patty topped with green ortega chiles, crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, mushrooms, grilled onions and pickles.
Chili Cheeseburger
Delicious chili topped on a beef patty, garnished with crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, grilled onions, pickles, cheese and mayonnaise.
Turkey Burger with Mushrooms
Turkey patty topped with sauteed mushrooms, mayonnaise, ripe tomatoes, fresh lettuce, pickles and grilled onions on a whole wheat bun.
Garden Burger
A savory blend of fresh onions, whole grains and mushrooms topped with grilled onions and mayonnaise on a whole wheat bun.
Burger Corral
South of the Border
Chile Relleno Burrito
A large flour tortilla stuffed with chile relleno, cheese, refried beans, Mexican rice, cilantro, onions, tomatoes, ranchero sauce, sour cream and fresh guacamole.
Ranch Side Burrito
A large flour tortilla stuffed with your choice of pork, steak carne asada or chicken, and served with rice, beans, onions, cilantro,tomatoes, cheese, sour cream and guacamole.
Fajita Burrito
Stuffed with choice of sliced steak or chicken, refried beans, Mexican rice, bell peppers, onions, chopped ripe tomatoes, a generous portion of melted cheese, sour cream and guacamole.
Veggie Burrito
Stuffed with refried beans, Mexican rice, fresh guacamole, shredded lettuce, chopped ripe tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lots of cheese, sriracha sauce and sour cream.
Meat-Stuffed Enchiladas
Filled with chicken, pork, or steak carne asada, a generous portion of cheese, topped with guacamole and sour cream. Served with refried beans and Mexican rice.
3 Cheese Enchiladas
A generous portion of cheese, topped with guacamole and sour cream. Served with refried beans and Mexican rice.
Shrimp Fajitas
Seasoned tiger shrimp grilled with onions, chopped tomatoes and bell peppers. Served with Mexican rice, refried beans, corn tortillas, fresh guacamole and sour cream.
Chicken Quesadilla
Large flour tortilla stuffed with grilled marinated chicken and cheese, with cilantro, grilled onions, guacamole and sour cream.
Beef Quesadilla
Large flour tortilla stuffed with grilled marinated beef and cheese, with cilantro, grilled onions, guacamole and sour cream.
Pork Quesadilla
Large flour tortilla stuffed with grilled marinated pork and cheese, with cilantro, grilled onions, guacamole and sour cream.
Cheese Quesadilla
Large flour tortilla stuffed with grilled marinated and cheese, with cilantro, grilled onions, guacamole and sour cream.
Chicken Taco Salad
A large crispy fried tortilla shell generously filled with shredded lettuce and grilled chicken breast, ripe tomatoes, sliced onions, black beans and fresh avocado. Served with chilled salsa.
Beef Taco Salad
A large crispy fried tortilla shell generously filled with shredded lettuce and shredded beef, ripe tomatoes, sliced onions, black beans and fresh avocado. Served with chilled salsa.
3 Super Soft Tacos
Topped with your choice of pork, chicken, or steak carne asada, onions, chopped tomatoes, and cilantro.
Our Famous Mucho Macho Burrito
Choice of pork, steak carne asada or chicken, stuffed with beans and rice, onions, cilantro, tomatoes, shredded lettuce and cheese, topped with ranchero sauce, sour cream,and guacamole.
Chicken Fajita Plate
Seasonal chicken grilled with onions, chopped tomatoes and bell peppers. Served with Mexican rice, refried beans, corn tortillas, fresh guacamole and sour cream.
Steak Fajita Plate
Seasonal steak grilled with onions, chopped tomatoes, and bell peppers. Served with Mexican rice, refried beans, corn tortillas, fresh guacamole and sour cream.
Bacon and Cheeseburger Patty wrap
Avocado with Bacon and Cheeseburger Patty Wrap
Bacon, Cheese and Lean Turkey Breast Wrap
Grilled Chicken Breast with Jack Cheese, Avocado and Bacon Wrap
Turkey Burger Sauteed with Mushrooms and Jack Cheese Wrap
Lettuce and Low Carb Tortilla Wraps
Combinations
Low Carb Breakfast Burrito
With egg white, mushrooms, avocado and turkey sausage, cheese and spinach.
Grilled Salmon with Spiced Vegetables and Rice
Served with sliced tender grilled salmon and a combination of spicy vegetables and rice.
Summer Fresh Vegan Tacos
Three tacos filled with your favorite Ethiopian veggies. Served with Ethiopian style salad.
Egg Firfir
Scrambled eggs and firfir (a spicy blend of crumbled injera with butter sauce, cayenne, onion, and tomatoes) over homemade potatoes. Wrap served in a warm wheat tortilla.
Lentils Sambusa
This fried pastry, similar to a samosa, comes stuffed with lentils.
Beef Sambusa
This fried pastry, similar to a samosa, comes stuffed with ground beef.
Shiro Wat with Injera
Veggie. This delicious chickpea flour based stew is slow- cooked with Ethiopia's popular spicy red barbere sauce and served with gluten free teff injera.
Vegetarian Plate with Injera
A delicious Ethiopian veggie combination. Served with gluten free teff injera.
Ethiopia Spicy Wraps
Wrapped in injera or crispy whole wheat tortilla, these spicy vegetable rolls are available in veggie, chicken or beef options.
Ethiopian Chicken
Spicy chicken stew served with hard boiled egg and 3 different Ethiopian vegetable. Served over injera or rice.
Awaze Tibs with Injera
Lean tri-tip steak cooked with tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, cayenne and butter sauce. Served with gluten free teff injera.
Mushroom Awaze Tibs with Injera
Spicy mushrooms cooked with bell peppers, onions, cayenne, and butter sauce. Served with gluten free teff injera.
Side of Ethiopian Vegetables
Extra gluten-free teff injera
New Ethiopian Dishes
Side Orders
Rice
Beans
French Fries
Garden Salad
Warm Apple Pie
Homemade Peach or Apple Cobbler
Ice Cream
1 scoop. Vanilla ice cream.
Delightful Desserts
Family Specials
Family Breakfast - Serves 2 to 3 People
A full breakfast combination based on pancakes and waffles. These are served with eggs, bacon, sausage, and homestyle potatoes. For blueberry or chocolate pancakes add $1.75 [small size] or $3.00 [large size].
Family Breakfast - Serves 4 to 5 People
A full breakfast combination based on pancakes and waffles. These are served with eggs, bacon, sausage, and homestyle potatoes.