Hope Cafe El Centro

The effort and customer service you put into the location, food, and clientele MATTERS. Horrible experience in the el centro location not recommended. I said good morning and was not responded too, and my crepe was raw (I know what raw batter taste like. Didn't eat, didn't tip, Starbucks for breakfast it is. And I'm not a fan of Starbucks nor do l recommended it over locals cafes but much better than experiencing horrible customer service. Took 30 min to get service and another 30 to get the tab. I wasn’t even told I had to pay in the front, if that’s a requirement at a restaurant that’s fine but the waitress lets you know which she did not.

If you want special coffee and desserts this is a great place. My strawberry and cream was delicious ( there was something special in it). Hope sweet was excellent. Everyone in my party loved the croissant sandwich. ( I was sad I was still full from lunch- wish I had 2 stomachs 🤣) Very cool atmosphere

I really like the calm atmosphere. It's always quiet, and customer service is always good. I love the food, always so yummy and looks very appealing. If you are into the aesthetic vibes and esthetically pleasing food, this is definitely your place to go! Highly recommend ♡

A friend and I wanted to try this place to support a local business, so we look up the hours of operation and it says it closes at 9pm. Cool, we get there at 8 pm, an hour early. We seat ourselves, get to chatting - 15 whole minutes pass and no one comes up to us to see if we need anything. We were having a good conversation so neither of us stood up to go find staff either - we just figured they’d eventually get to us. About 20 mins later, a woman walks past us, looks at me and my friend and frowns, bluntly (somewhat rudely) tells us “We’re closed.” I roll my eyes because this is very stereotypical bad customer service that Imperial Valley is well known for, so just beware if you plan on coming here.

The food is amazing. What a cool place. A hidden gem in El Centro. Service was great. I couldn't finish my breakfast. The waffle sandwich is delicious!!