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4.4 (252 reviews)
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Duck & Waffle
Angela W.

I've had Between Us on my Yelp to-try list for YEARS but the parking situation in North Park always scared me. Recently, when a friend was in town, I finally committed to trying this brunch spot with them! We made plans last minute so were unfortunately unable to make reservations. We came around 11am on a Friday and there was no line when I joined, though a queue formed right behind me. I got there before my friends (rare North Park parking luck) and the friendly staff allowed me to claim a table and wait for them. The shop is gorgeous with lots of wooden elements and big, open air windows. The overall vibe is clean and airy, and there are cute flower decorations on each table. Service was friendly and while they aren't beating any speed records, food came out in a reasonable timeframe. My thoughts below: Mango matcha latte: This was smaller than I expected. It costs $1 extra for the seasonal fruit puree and they really give you your money's worth when you get it. Before I gave the drink a good stir, I was worried that the fruit would overpower the matcha as the drink looked rather pale. However, as I stirred, the milkiness bloomed into one of the most richly green matchas I've seen in a while!! Each sip is rich with not-too-sweet Mango puree, tempered by the earthiness of the matcha. Wow, what an excellent matcha latte! Beignets: These sell out so I was very relieved when our server said they were still available. They have a sweet and a savory version, and we opted for the sweet. It comes with 5 beignets and black sesame + matcha cream spreads. The beignets were lighter and fluffier than donuts with a slightly yeastier taste. The outside had structure while the inside was super soft. Perhaps I overhyped them in my head but by no means were they bad. I really loved how flavorful both cream spreads were, and they were necessary for proper enjoyment of these fried treats. Duck and waffle: This was a crispy duck leg served atop a waffle with a guava sauce on the side, likely a riff on the popular citrus/berry pairings of French cooking tradition, in the shape of the classic southern fried chicken and waffles. The duck was perfectly tender and the skin was well-seasoned, and the waffle was crispy. The guava sauce was divisive with my table but I liked it! The floral funk of guava brightened up the richer, earthy duck and the waffle benefited from the presence of both flavors. Mushroom Chazuke: Mushrooms and rice served with a light, bonito-based broth and various garnishes and crispies on top. This was incredibly flavorful from the variety of mushrooms and the fish broth. The mushrooms were perfectly crisped and the rice had a nice chew. Flavorful yet soothing interlude from the more adventurous or bold flavors of the rest of our dishes. Shakshuka with fish: This was the undisputed hit with my party. The fish was a flaky white fish, cooked perfectly fork-tender. The dish hit the perfect balance of salt, sugar, and acid with a dash of flavorful fats from the Boursin cheese swirled in. Pop a soft spoonful atop the crispy bread it comes with, and the taste and feel in your mouth are just indescribably good in the way that excellent dishes are. We scraped this dish CLEAN with a quickness. Genuinely one of the best breakfast dishes I have ever tried, and I will definitely be experimenting with adding fish to my shakshuka at home now. While Between Us is on the pricier side and their portion sizes aren't crazy, they are definitely priced in the brunch range. Smaller plates just means more stomach space to try more of their amazing menu! It was frankly agonizing trying to decide what to order, and there are probably two meals worth of dishes left off our table. I will most definitely brave North Park parking to come back and try them!

Birthday treat
Katrina V.

Visiting out of town and my daughter wanted to have beignets before we went back home. Found this spot that was dog friendly. They had limited seating outdoors. Next time I'll prefer to sit at the counter. Service was great as our server made my daughter feel special for her birthday. A lot of unique items on the menu. I went with their special latke Benedict which was delicious as enjoyed having potatoes instead of bread as the base. I would definitely like to come back and try other items on their menu.

Shakshuka
Jamie L.

We dropped by as a party of two on an early Saturday morning and were seated promptly at the bar. Their menu has a paragraph listing their local sources from food to drinks, which I found to be an amazing tidbit to include. The interior is very open air yet cozy. We ordered the sweet beignets with black sesame and matcha cream dip, shakshuka, and curry hamburg and had leftovers to spare! They offer beignets that were deliciously soft and perfect with their matcha/sesame dip. The shakshuka is not as thick as the traditional dish, more like a tomato soup with their catch of the day. The bread crust was perfectly crunchy and a soft, doughy inside. The curry hamburg was amazing! The rice made a perfect pairing with the sauce and the egg was soft and pillowy! Outside, Colibrí had a flower cart with plenty of shade. Between Us was the first restaurant to collaborate with this immigrant-focused local company! The co-owner was a pleasure to speak with, and often does pop-ups in the area. If you're ever looking for an amazing flower arrangement, please check them out on instagram!

Left- Yuzu-Ade Right- Butterscotch Matcha Latte
Jennie H.

Friend recommended this place so in we went~ got there around got there around 12:30 ish? It was around a 10-20min wait which wasn't too bad at all! **FOOD Shashuka $24 Tomato-y with eggs, zucchini and cheese was really really good! Def would order this dish again! Mushroom Chazuke $20 Variety of mushroom with rice and garlic chips! It was good especially with the mushroom broth poured in! Not too salty which is great! Curry Hamburg $20 Rice on the bottom with a hamburger patty and egg on top surrounded by curry. Not sure what it was but the curry tasted too salty and did not pair well with the rice and egg :( Beignets $12 They were nice and fluffy and not too too sweet but they weren't as airy as I thought they'd be; as in there's more bread than expected. The dips were flavored black sesame and matcha which we LOVED! **PEOPLE Servers were all courteous and efficient with service :) they did forget to give us a bag for our leftovers but luckily the host gave us one **VIBE This place has a chill beach vibe with low lighting which gives off a contemporary romantic feel as well Overall: I think I'm for a yes to come back but I don't think I would voluntarily mention this place as it is on the expensive side and pretty far out from my friend's house

Breakfast plate
Cindy L.

Open lighting ambiance and a really cute Japanese inspired brunch spot. Loved the mushroom ochazuke. Loved the Japanese inspired flavors in the brunch. Although it's a little pricey for around 23 dollars per plate the portions are big and you can definitely take it home. The broth for the mushroom ochazuke was umami and rich yet light. I loved the crunch and texture of the tempura crisps on the ochazuke. It was a heart warming meal which didn't make me groggy. I also got to try the fried chicken and latke and the latke was perfectly crispy with the smoked salmon. The fried chicken was leaking juice and super flavorful. I will definitely come back in I'm in the area. Definitely check this place out for brunch!

Cari A.

Came to Between Us on a Sunday afternoon. the wait was about 30+ minutes. pros: -there was live music! -dog friendly -great food -they text you when your table is ready cons: -n/a

Beignets
Michelle M.

Such a hidden gem in north park. Delicious menu of brunch items! First the staff are so welcoming! From the moment you walk in, to when you are seated. I must give props! Secondly, I'm loving the fusion of the brunch menu. Like duck and waffles? That's unique! And beignets with matcha and black sesame? Didn't think I'd love it as much as I did. Definitely coming back again to try more of the menu. Such a chill place.

Mushroom Chazuke, Curry Hamburg, Latke Egg Benedict
Jennifer N.

In north park, you'll find street parking, and many eateries nearby. There's typically always street parking near Vons, you just have to walk a few blocks. It's preferred to have a reservation as there may be a wait. If you want to try the beignets, come early, they run out, they are tasty and I love the yummy dips (matcha and black sesame) it comes with. Asian/American Fusion brunch place is a healthier option than a full American brunch. The place is bright. Drinks are not too sweet, I would have actually liked more sweetness in their matcha & black sesame drinks. All the brunch items are pretty unique and tasty. There was really no entree I did not enjoy. The must have every time I come is probably the Fried Maitake.

House potatoes
Elisa L.

We had a reservation for 10 am on a Sunday and were seated once we arrived. It is super cute and aesthetic inside and surprisingly roomy with lots of tables. Service was quick and friendly and checked on us often. Our server brought us extra plates and bowls when we said we were gonna share our dishes which I thought was super thoughtful. -Beignets (5/5): came specifically for their popular beignets and they did not disappoint! They were hot, fresh, nicely soft and chewy. Paired with the matcha cream, it was delicious as the cream was nicely creamy and thick. I'm not the biggest fan of black sesame so it was nutty and just okay to me -Tiramisu latte (4/5): pretty good and strong as I could taste the matcha! Couldn't really taste the tiramisu and it needed more sweetness so we asked for extra simple syrup, pretty pricey for the size -Curry hamburg (4/5): very savory and meaty, the beef patty was thick and flavorful, the curry was well seasoned but had a little kick, the eggs were soft and fluffy -House potatoes (4/5): nicely crispy, a bit plain to me but was a nice balance to the savory curry hamburg When we left, there were lots of people waiting outside so I definitely recommend making a reservation. I would come back for their beignets and to try their other dishes!

Beignets ($12)
Allison L.

Made a reservation for brunch Sunday 10AM and we were seated once we arrived. The interior is so cute and homey, and surprisingly large! It wasn't too busy inside but there was a lot of people waiting outside when we left, so recommend making a reservation (I made it through Toast). Service was very friendly and our server checked on us often. I would definitely come back to get their beignets and matcha again! Beignets (5/5): we specifically came here to their signature beignets, and they live up to the HYPE! They came out super hot, fresh, and pillowy soft. The matcha dipping cream was so good and thick, I didn't care for the black sesame cream as I'm not a fan but it was decent Tiramisu matcha latte (4.5/5): nice and strong, I could taste the matcha! It did need some sweetness so we asked for extra syrup on the side. Couldn't taste much tiramisu but I really enjoyed it overall. Wish it was a bigger size Curry hamburg (4/5): very savory and lots of beef and rice. The curry had a little kick to it lol Side of house potatoes (4/5): a little plain for me, but they were hot and crispy

U.S. Fried Rice
Jason P.

After seeing all the great reviews, we had to try this place and it did not disappoint. It's a great brunch spot with really friendly staff. We ordered the US fried rice and the breakfast tartine. Portions were big and both dishes were really tasty, though the rice was a little mushy. They also have a good variety of beers on tap for dinner, so we'd come back to try that next time. Definitely be ready for a food coma after eating here.

Mushroom Toast
Jessica A.

Came here on a whim with my sister-in-law on a Saturday morning (10a). We expected a line, but to my surprise, there wasn't one. We opted for the bar to avoid waiting, and it was a great choice. The food was served quick. I ordered the mushroom toast and matcha tiramisu, and would 100% order it again! I appreciated the airy ambiance. The aesthetic gave a mid century modern x industrial vibe. I felt relaxed enough to take a breather mid-meal and chat with my SIL before finishing my food. The staff were friendly, and even nearing noon, the service was quick and attentive. I'll definitely be back!

Hao W.

Been on my to try list for a while, but North Park parking makes it so difficult. Finally came on a Saturday morning about 15minutes after opening the place was already packed. There were just 2 tables left outside and got seated. The beignets are limited quantity per day and they have 2 kinds (sweet or savory). Of course had to go with the sweet! Comes with black sesame mascapone and matcha cream. The black sesame stood out more and it'll be great if we can just pick 1 instead of having both (unless you want to try both). There were many dishes I wanted to try, but ended up ordering duck & waffle. It may look like it's a small portion, but it's filling as duck meat tends to be on the heavier side. Waffle tasted average, but the duck is the star of the dish. How is it SO tender? The skin was crispy too! I was not a fan of the black sesame latte. It was not sweet at all, not a single drop of sweetness. Will be back to hopefully sit inside because I was missing the vibe by sitting on the sidewalk.

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