Why didn't we try this place sooner? This is a typical little coffee shop, but the food is outstanding. We went there for the first time about a month ago. Just went again a few days ago and the server remembered us! Asked us if we wanted the same table and brought us right to it. Impressive because it's not like we had a whole lot of unusual interaction with him the first time we went that would stand out. Anyway, to the food... The first time we went, my husband had the chicken fried steak and I had a spinach, bacon, cheese omelette. Both were very good. They come with a choice of hashbrowns or country potatoes. I got the country potatoes. Very well seasoned with a little bit of bell pepper/onion. I'm not a fan of these two things added into country potatoes, but there was very little of It and they were good. This last time we went I had the crabcakes Benedict and my husband had bacon, eggs and pancakes. The crabcakes were excellent, and the eggs were poached perfectly. The bacon is also nice and thick and not too fatty like some can get. But the pancakes... The buttermilk pancakes are SO good. I would definitely go back for those alone. And I'm not sure what coffee they use, but it's very good. The servers are very friendly, they're at your table, filling your water and coffee before they're even empty or you even have to ask and the prices are good. While we were there the other day, two different parties were celebrating a birthday, and the servers got together with maracas, tambourine, and drum and marched over to their tables to sing happy birthday. So fun. I'm attaching pictures of the four dishes that I mentioned. I would order any one of them again. This may be our new go to breakfast place - for sure it's in the top two or three. read more

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Brunch at Bill's Cafe was a bit of a mixed bag. Service was excellent, attentive, friendly, and quick. The Bloody Mary, though, was lacking a little punch... and I'm pretty sure they were a bit stingy with the vodka. We had the chilaquiles, but sadly, they didn't wow us. The tri-tip was particularly disappointing, rubbery and tough, making it hard to enjoy. Hopefully just an off day, because the service was definitely on point! read more

Bill's Café - Bloody Mary... - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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Luckily no wait at 10am on a Sunday, but there was a substantial line around 11am. There's an indoor area along with a covered "outside" area. Pretty small inside where you can hear the conversation of people next to you, but definitely feels homey. Service was attentive and standard for a traditional breakfast spot. We got the buttermilk pancakes and steak ranchero omelette. The pancakes were soft and fluffy. The omelette had decent chunks of cubed steak inside, and was fairly large. The salsa they added and maybe leftover moisture from the omelette components did make it a bit runny/soggy. Hash browns were decently crispy. Not a bad spot if you're in a rush for breakfast. I'd probably prefer Denica's. read more

Bill's Café - Steak Ranchero Omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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Came here for a Saturday morning brunch. Parking was easy as it's part of a bigger complex. We came in, were greeted and put our name down. There was an option for outdoor and patio seating - we opted for whatever was quickest. After about 10 minutes our name was called for an indoor booth. Our waitress was kind and great at checking in on us. I went with the California omelet. We received our food after about 15 minutes. The food itself was ok. The hash browns were undercooked (underneath the top crispy part) and the oil the food was cooked in, tasted stale. The portion size was definitely on the bigger end and the omelet was stuffed with veggies. Would come back on an off peak day to try a few of their lunch options! read more

Bill's Café - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Having exhausted my palate at Denica's, it was time to try a new place for my quarterly lunch with two of my besties. Thank you yelp for suggesting Bill's because the food here is great! Good flavors, freshly prepared although the service can take a little bit. To be fair, our water came right away and we had to wait for our last friend to show. I ordered the sweet potato Benedict from the specials menu and it was very good! The sweetness from the steamed sweet potato combines well with the spinach and red onions and perfectly poached egg. And the hash brown are thin and crispy too! Service was good. We did have to flag someone down for a water and ice tea refill though. Plenty of parking and seating for us when we arrived at 12:30. Looking forward to coming back! read more

Bill's Café - Sweet potato Benedict with hash browns - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pleasanton, California

I've been to Bills Cafe many times but the most recent time was this past Easter Sunday. We visited early in the morning where there was no wait time and my party of 4 was sat right away. Shortly after, we were greeted and waters were brought. Drink ordered were placed soon after. After reviewing the menu and made up our minds, our food order was placed as well. Food was served, enjoyed with the family. I ordered the crab cake Benedict with my Paloma mimosa. The other plates in my table consisted of the country fried steak and chilaquiles which were both great and enjoyed. We had our table our chit chat, ordered pancakes for dessert and overall we enjoyed the environment, speed of food being served and attentive service provided by the restaurant servers. read more

Bill's Café - Crab Cakes Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pleasanton, California

I used to enjoy Bill's, but each time I visit over the past few years, I like it less and less. Last Friday I ordered a California Eggs Benedict. The 'hollandaise' was thin and unappetizing, but worse- they put only about a tablespoon on each of the muffins. Pretty weird. (I almost took a picture, now wish I would have.) I flagged down our server and asked for some more hollandaise sauce. She forgot. After almost 10 minutes, I got up and approached a worker near the kitchen and asked him. He kindly brought it to me immediately, but my food wasn't warm anymore and an $18 order of cold eggs Benedict wasn't what I had hoped for. My friend had polished off most of her breakfast already because I told her not to wait. The whole meal was a series of this sort of thing and added up to a 'meh' experience. For instance, I avoid bread and saw they had a special offering of eggs Benedict on slices of sweet potato instead of an English muffin. That looked great! I asked my server to have the chef substitute my English muffins for sweet potato slices in my California Benedict order. She said she couldn't because 'the special had different toppings'. Huh? I offered to pay extra for a few slices of sweet potato if that was the issue, and then just hold the English muffin. She said she couldn't do that either. Why not? Disappointing. read more

Second time here. This time with a larger group of family. We waited around 20 mins on a busy Black Friday. I had the California omelette, subbing jalapenos for the tomatoes. One daughter had the chorizo scramble with lemon blueberry pancakes. Others had omelettes and scrambles. Pancake sides were yummy too. Everything was delicious. Even though they were busy, service was consistent throughout. read more

Bill's Café - Chorizo Scramble - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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Just don't order potatoes in any shape or form :) 2 days in a row at breakfast tried country style , didn't eat wet, not seasoned and no crisp, tried ordering Krispy hash browns following day and they were browned but a wet mess inside , both days they brought me a bowl of fruit, the place was packed friendly but to bad the Hispanic cooks can't cook a spud! Lol yes I let the manager politely know read more

Finally tried Bill's Cafe for Sunday breakfast! Wow, this is a great spot. First off let me start off by saying the service here is amazing. The moment we sat down we had someone asking if we wanted coffee and drinks and they delivered our food very quickly for a busy morning. The inside is large and lined with tables and booths, perfect for larger parties. We noticed many friends and families were there celebrating birthdays. Our group ordered the egg white Denver omelette with hashbrowns, chilaquiles with country potatoes, the huevos rancheros and a stack of chocolate chip pancakes. We were stuffed! Large portions and everything was cooked perfectly. The standout of the meal was definitely the pancakes, they were so fluffy. Our mimosas and Bloody Mary were mixed just right. Also if you celebrate your birthday there they sing to you and give you a shot? LOVE IT. read more

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We came here on a weekend day and they said it would be a 15-minute wait but it turned out to be more like 5 minutes for 2 people. The food can be pretty good depending on what you get. But I was surprised by the veggie scramble had very little flavor to it. So much so I had to order a side of salsa to add some flavor. I also ordered it with crispy hash browns but the hash browns were not crispy. The pancakes were pretty good though - we ordered the cinnamon roll and lemon ricotta pancakes and both were pretty good. My partner said his cowboy skillet dish with chorizo was fine, but it wasn't his favorite. This place gets really busy and they could improve their logistics a bit. I called to try and get on the waitlist on the way there only to be told I had to be there to check in. But it turns out you can get on the waitlist on Google. However, the line time estimates are not the most accurate either. So that could be a hit or miss. read more

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The place was bustling for a Monday morning, but we were seated right away despite the crowd. We ordered the California Omelette, Salmon Benedict, and Chicken & Waffles -- all very tasty! Definitely looking forward to trying more from their breakfast menu. The restaurant was impressively clean even with how busy it was. The bathrooms were well-stocked, and the floors weren't greasy or slippery like you sometimes find in high-traffic spots. The staff moved quickly, stayed friendly, and kept things running smoothly. Overall, a great breakfast experience -- delicious food, clean environment, and wonderful service! read more

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This is hands down my favorite brunch spot in the Bay Area. I've been to all of their locations, but when I'm in Pleasanton, this is my go to for brunch/lunch. The customer service is amazing all around, from the hosts to the servers to the bartenders. Everyone is always friendly, welcoming, and on point. The food is ALWAYS A1. My favorite is the steak and eggs, and their freshly squeezed orange juice makes their mimosas even better. I usually stick with the original mimosa, it's just perfect. I tried the flight (shown in my pic), but I always order the original. I also love their eggs Benedict, pancakes, chicken and waffles, and omelets. Honestly, I haven't had anything on the menu that I didn't like. 10/10 recommend, great for dates, family, solo dining, etc! read more

Bill's Café - steak and eggs, mimosa flight - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Food is normally good, but today we did not have a good experience. Burnt bacon. See picture. A family member came here a few weeks ago and the server added $50 extra tip that was not approved. He noticed it a few weeks later after checking his credit card statement. He had to come back and dispute it and Bill's Cafe response was " oh, people normally don't check their credit card statement". Really?? Make sure you ask for a receipt and check the tip amount. Not coming back here anytime soon. read more

Bill's Café - Burnt bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Friends took me out to Bill's Cafe for breakfast as a thank-you for helping them on moving day, and it was the perfect way to start a busy morning. We arrived shortly after they opened and were seated quickly, which was a great start. The restaurant had a comfortable, clean, and welcoming atmosphere. I ordered the chicken steak and eggs on my buddy's recommendation--and since it's one of my favorite breakfast dishes, it was an easy choice. I couldn't have been happier. The portions were generous: two plates came out, one piled with the chicken steak and another with the eggs and hash browns. Definitely a hearty meal that kept me fueled for the day. The only downside was the coffee--it wasn't very strong and the flavor was just okay. On the flip side, the orange juice was excellent. Fresh, bright, and so good it honestly made me feel healthier just drinking it. Overall, a solid breakfast spot with big portions, friendly vibes, and a great start to the day--especially if you've got work ahead of you. read more

When you order sourdough, but they don't even check and still put it on rye. Come on Bills, take literally ONE SECOND to check what the ticket says read more

Bill's Café - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Came in on a Saturday morning before 11am. There was a line but we were seated immediately since there was only 2 of us. We tried the special Lumberjack skillet with a side of lemon blueberry pancake (instead of toast for $2.75 upcharge). The skillet has all the possible meat in there chorizo, steak, bacon, jalapeno, onion, 2 eggs, country potato. I have to say the pancake was sensational. The skillet was also good but not the lemon blueberry pancake level. They are expensive but nowadays, going out anywhere is expensive. read more

Bill's Café - Lumberjack skillet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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I came on a Friday around 9:30 am and was able to be seated rather quickly. Our waiter was attentive. Definitely a cozy feel. There was plenty of parking but I can see it being difficult to park if it's crowded. I ordered the crab cake Benedict and it was perfect. I loved that the crab cakes were still crunchy and the eggs were made perfect. read more

Bill's Café - Crab Cakes Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pleasanton, California

We are back now that there is Google waitlist available. It is miserable waiting under the heat and sun if there is no waitlist. I also found that there are less people waiting outside the restaurant this time around. Service and food were good. We didn't feel rush from the waiter even when there are people waiting outside. Yay to Bill's! No egg surcharge. I still see this surcharge from some other restaurants. read more

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Came in on a rainy Saturday morning and were happy to be back at Bill's. We had the usual with corned beef hash and a chocolate chip pancake, the huevos ranchero, and the Petaluma scramble with hash browns and a pancake (instead of toast). I forgot that the pancakes at Bill' are really good! Service continues to stand out here. read more

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Busy on the weekend, which definitely was expected. Service was fast and prompt which meant we got seated pretty quickly and experienced the same when eating. Food was good, everyone enjoyed their plates and really dont have any complaints, more middle of the road/ reliable to be consistent read more

I came to Bill's Cafe for my birthday. The wait time was under five minutes, the servers were kind and courteous. It was busy for a Monday morning. I had the Belgian waffle with powdered sugar on top and a side of bacon consisting of three pieces, that were delicious. The bacon was crispy just how I like. Bill's Cafe is a popular spot in Pleasanton, especially for breakfast. read more

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Found a rock in my country potatoes. I have been a long time customer of Bills cafe & they have delicious breakfast. This morning I went and got pancakes and country potatoes. My usual, finished my pancakes and took the potatoes to go for my wife. She is just now eating them and found a literal rock in her food.. it is just the weirdest thing. I first told her it was maybe just the seasoning but then she brought me a little tiny rock. I'm unsure how this could have happened. The potatoes were well seasoned and the food is really good but due to this experience I can't find myself eating there again. I'm really disappointed and concerned on how this could have happened. I wish I could add a video hopefully the photos are enough. read more

Bill's Café - Small rock found in country potatoes. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pleasanton, California

While visiting the Bay Area, we were searching for a brunch type place. We saw all the reviews for Bills and decided to give it a shot. We went on a Monday and there was no wait. The service was 10/10 with super kind waiters. The food was wholesome and delicious. They serve you basic hot coffee in mugs with unlimited refills. The inside was like a mom and pop iHop with all the condiments ready on the table. Located in a shopping center there is plenty of parking. Overall, everything was great. read more

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I love Bill's and this is my first time at this location. Great service and food. Benedict's are excellent! There is often a wait so plan ahead for that. read more

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Everything! The staff works extremely hard to make sure your mail arrives in a timely fashion and is exactly what you wanted. The food is absolutely delicious! And you have an abundance of food... Big portions, and you can always select from the healthy menu. read more

We went there this morning to drop off our car & my husband suggested breakfast since we were in the area. I said why not & we've never been . Bill's Cafe is located in Pleasanton tucked away in a corner and lots of parking . The restaurant upon entering is very very clean & well lit & very simple decor which I like . Simple & minimal is better . We ordered the steak & eggs & extra eggs for me b/c my husband wanted 3 eggs w/ his steak . It was all perfectly cooked the steak needed some seasoning like salt & pepper but we both were ok b/c we added to our tasting so it worked out . We were greeted by a friendly young lady with a friendly smile . Our server was attentive & nice but I honestly don't remember him introducing himself . It's all good ! Looking forward to our next visit & trying out some more of your yummy breakfast entrees . read more

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Had the bread pudding french toast. Delicious and large portions. My husband had chicken fried steak. Service was excellent 10/10 be back!

First time going here and it was good. The wait is extremely LONG, but the food is good. Our server was helpful as well. The Pleasanton location is settled in a plaza which is helpful when you have to linger (and wait for your table). I'd go back for sure. read more

Bills is a solid choice for breakfast. It can get busy but if you go early you'll breeze in. I opt for the outdoor seating. It's quiet and plenty warm under the enclosed canopy with heat lamps. The service is consistently good. It's a rare occasion that water and coffee/juice aren't offered as soon as you are seated. My favorite dish is the lemon blueberry pancake. It's a lot of food, so I typically get a to go box and they actually are a yummy treat later! Most pancakes wouldn't make the after breakfast snack but these pancakes are yum. I haven't ordered anything but the pancakes. Hey, I like what I like- so I keep going back. I can say other dishes looked very nice from my side of the table. read more

Breakfast with the girls this morning! Not too busy for a Saturday morning, but definitely late morning it started picking up. Nice and quiet, but very casual. The service was great, very attentive and patient server. Water was refilled quickly without having to ask, and dishes were picked up fast. I ordered French toast with scrambled eggs and sausage. Delicious and thick French toast. I devoured my entire plate! read more

A group of 12 on a busy Sunday morning. We were seated quickly given the size. Food came out promptly and was really tasty. Server was polite, refills were frequent. Would visit again read more

Make sure to join the waitlist online before you come to the restaurant! It's a very popular spot and you'll likely have to wait 20-30 minutes on any given day so it's worth making arrangements ahead of time. Service was nice and friendly! Came with a group and we ordered the buttermilk pancakes to share. They originally came out with the wrong order of the pancakes (strawberry oat pancakes instead of buttermilk pancakes with strawberry on top) but they were quick to bring us the right order once we pointed it out. I had the breakfast burrito and was able to add avocado at no extra charge! They have a nice array of hot sauces at the table which is a nice touch. Large portion sizes so you get the bang for your buck! read more

Bill's Café - Breakfast Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pleasanton, California

I came on a weekend and didn't have to wait too long to be seated, but I can anticipate that it could get very crowded if you come at a busy time. My family ordered an omelette, scramble, and eggs benedict. I definitely recommend family styling although I know that's not really the culture in American dining -- about halfway through my omelette, I felt like it was definitely very heavy and so did my brother who got the scramble. HOWEVER, the reviews are not wrong about the benedict's here -- they were just the perfect amount of filling while staying light and flavorful. I highly recommend the benedict if it's your first time here. Overall, ambiance is like any standard American brunch spot, with plenty of shade and coverage in their outdoor seating area. If I were craving a hearty breakfast again, I would come back! read more

Bill's Café - Eggs Benedict Cowboy Skillet Steak Ranchero Omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Service I'd great. Food is delicious. It can get busy so plan to wait but its worth it. Assortment of food to select from. Family of 5 - plenty of options to pick from on the menu read more

Great filthy Bloody Mary and lemon blueberry pancakes yummmmmmmm Great service, fast and friendly read more

Bill's Café - Filthy Bloody Mary must have - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pleasanton, California

For the win. Wry very attentive staff with the coffee , fast service , great food . A very vary good place for a family breakfast read more

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Cant say much about this cafe. From the attention to the foods is 10 out 10 food and drinks is served within minutes from the moment you are sited at the table... poeple are very friendly. Tables are very clean and well sanitized overall experience is very pleasant. Price are descent for the zise of each plate. read more

My go to breakfast/brunch lunch spot in the Fremont area. I love how they've have so many options from a yummy fat breakfast burrito to their classic breakfast scrambles or sweet French toast. Wait times can be long on the weekends, especially if you are a big party, but the smaller the party the less wait times. Service is quick and friendly. Def a must if you're in the area. read more

Great good, awesome service & friendly staff. We came here for a hearty breakfast before heading to the county fair for the 4th of July event. Great breakfast options with affordable prices. The micheladas in the punch bowl cups were surprisingly tasty !!!! The staff was so nice & the energy between staff felt like they working together love when you see that. All around great cafe. When I'm in the area again I'll be back! read more