First bites: Corky’s Kitchen and Bakery

After discovering that Corky’s Kitchen and Bakery is open 24 hours, I wanted to give it a try.

I’m often a late night eater, so tracking down decent restaurants (besides the usual suspects) that are open past 10 p.m. is an ongoing quest.

So last night, I went to the new Corky’s at 2019 N. Riverside Ave., #11 (just north of the 210) in Rialto.

There are older Corky’s locations at 6403 Haven Ave., #106 (also just north of the 210) in Rancho Cucamonga, and in Orange County at 27522 Antonio Parkway, #P-1, in Ladera Ranch.

I’m happy to report that both the food and service were excellent.

I ordered the chorizo and eggs ($7.49), which comes with hash browns or home fries and corn or flour tortilla (or biscuits and gravy!). I opted for the hash browns and flour tortilla.

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The hash browns were buttery and plentiful, with the perfect amount of crispiness on the outside. The generous portion of chorizo and eggs was also delicious and well-done. Three flour tortillas and a side of salsa (which delivered a surprising kick) rounded out my meal.

One of my dining companions had a large-enough-for-two Cobb salad ($9.89, seen at right), which came with the chunkiest blue cheese dressing I think I’ve ever seen.

The other had a delicious-looking chicken pot pie ($8.79), which includes soup or salad and a dinner roll. My friend chose the chicken noodle soup.

Both the salad-eater and the pot pie-picker had enough food left over to take some home.

I, however, stuffed myself. I still felt full this morning.

Corky’s serves breakfast and lunch 24 hours a day, although you can only get Eggs Benedict from 7 to 11 a.m. Their dinner entres are available from 7 to 10 p.m.

A senior menu is available.

For those who care, the Rialto location will serve beer, wine and Mimosas, but are still awaiting their license.

The service was good, although once a large group left, we were the only diners in the place until another small group arrived.

Corky’s also has a fair selection of baked goods available near the register. The pecan pie looked particularly tempting, but I’ll have to wait for the next visit to try it.

They’ve also got a small patio area, which would be a perfect spot for Sunday brunch or dinner on a warm summer night. The restaurant is on a plateau overlooking San Bernardino and the patio would seem to be an ideal place for taking in the view.

You can bet I’ll be returning to Corky’s — regardless of time of day.