The Steel Way Café

Fontana, CA 92335, United States
+1 909-350-5123
$$$ Cafe
(59 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

The Steel Way Café in Fontana serves up a straightforward, no-frills café experience that caters well to locals needing a quick, satisfying meal without long waits. The spot feels more cafeteria-style than trendy coffee shop, making it a practical choice for breakfast, lunch, or a casual bite during a busy day.

Menu highlights like Mickey Mouse Pancakes and Corned Beef Hash suggest a mix of playful comfort food and classic diner staples, while options such as Veggie Omelette and Chicken Fried Steak show there’s something for different tastes and appetites. Workers and locals passing through tend to appreciate the made-to-order grill items and daily specials that add variety without slowing down service.

The atmosphere is clean and efficient, with friendly staff who keep things moving smoothly, which visitors frequently notice and value. It’s the kind of place where you can pop in on a weekday morning or midday and avoid the usual wait times found at busier brunch spots nearby.

While prices sit comfortably between fast food and casual dining, the emphasis here leans more toward hearty, homemade-style food rather than gourmet or artisanal presentation. You won’t find an elaborate coffee selection, but the basics like apple juice and freshly cooked breakfast plates keep the focus on the essentials.

This café fits well in the Fontana community as a dependable, accessible spot when time is short or you want a simple meal with no hassle. It’s well suited for anyone from local employees on a break to families stopping by for an affordable, familiar breakfast or lunch. Morning and early afternoon visits are probably ideal to catch the daily specials and beat any post-work crowd, though the steady flow keeps things moving anytime during regular hours.

Highlights
Great coffee
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
What they serve
Coffee
Comfort food
Quick bite
Best for
Breakfast
Lunch
Dessert
Table service
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

05:00 AM - 03:30 PM

Tuesday

05:00 AM - 03:30 PM

Wednesday

05:00 AM - 03:30 PM

Thursday

05:00 AM - 03:30 PM

Friday

05:00 AM - 03:30 PM

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

59 Reviews
Richard Richard

13 Dec 2025

I enjoyed a chile verde plate and it was good. Everything was very clean and the staff were nice. If you are in a hurry, this is a great place to get a bite to eat. Cafeteria like experiance and virtuly no wait. Also, there are daily specials and many items to chioose from.

Bryan Mercante

29 Nov 2025

Decent food. Have specials each day and also a grill for made to order food. Prices could be slightly lower but not the worst in the world! They do however know their way around a white chocolate macadamia nut cookie!

Steven Heglin

21 Nov 2025

Great homemade style food at even better prices compared to the rising cost of fast food. They have an everyday menu and great specials everyday.

Big Dog Rolln

02 Nov 2025

One of my go to places. Most of food spot on, only couple of food items could be better. But the customer service, fast service & cleanness you can't beat!!!!

Bill Nettles

22 Oct 2025

This was a great find while working in the area. Food is great and reasonably priced!

The Orozco's Living Life

30 Sep 2025

Great food, great prices, good portions. Thank you Sergio y Chava for hooking it up. I recommend the 3 meat breakfast burrito, the double bacon cheeseburger combo or the wings. BOMB!

Omer Murray

30 Sep 2025

Great fresh hot food. I didn't believe G Maps as she gave directions. Glad we persevered.

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