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    Bill's Cafe

    4.2 (735 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    BILL'S CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Jill U.

    We sat at the bar and had lightning quick and friendly service. The food was very well prepared and good portion for a mini "The One Egg" breakfast. People were super friendly. Clean and inviting restaurant.

    Mexicali Benedict!
    Jason H.

    Typical great service from a neighborhood favorite, but I'm going to have to start sending back dishes that are off. I thought it was a one-off, but we come here often enough and they can't seem to get it right. Benedicts are supposed to have poached eggs with yolk that is runny, not jelly-like. And "extra crispy" has browns are not supposed to be mushy inside. Both have become the norm, sadly.

    October 2025 Special Menu
    Madison B.

    We come to this location a lot, it is under some apartment buildings and you can find the parking under neath the apartments or on side streets. My boyfriend loves the steak and eggs and they give you a pretty big size steak here which is nice! I tried their seasonal omelette which was described as 4 eggs with ham, chicken, and cheese with hollondaise sauce on top. The hollondaise sauce on top of the omelette was perfect, I loved this omelette! Always use the pepper plant sauce for an added flavor and spice! Altogether has always been a solid spot for good breakfast!

    Banana pancakes and I think the Mini California Benedict
    Cindy Y A.

    Yummy breakfast spot I've never visited even if they've been around for more than 20 years! We were lucky and got in at 9:10 am on a Saturday--had the terrific banana pancakes and one of the mini Benedict's. Huge menu, fast, courteous service, warm, family friendly atmosphere. If you're looking for a spot to try in the Blossom Hill , Cottle rd area of San Jose, head there!

    Chilaquiles
    Jane E.

    Never disappoints! This location is always on it! Friendly staff and great food. Family atmosphere and good times. They decorate to the season/holidays. Always enjoy coming here.

    Strawberry Oats Cakes
    Jamee S.

    What's good: Service was great. Our waiter was very attentive and our food came out fast. There were 14 of us on a Sunday and they got us in as quickly as they could. We sat outside shielded from walking traffic. Not too bad. Food was delicious. Huge portions. Love that you can upgrade your toast to pancakes. Any pancakes! I ordered the Corned Beef Hash with Two Eggs. It hit the spot! Seasoned well and not greasy. Eggs were cooked as ordered. The strawberry pancake was lovely. My husband ordered the Chorizo Scramble. I'm gonna assume they were amazing because his plate was wiped clean! My son got the Cookies & Cream pancakes. He devoured that as well. Bathrooms were clean. What's bad? The hash browns were crispy on the outside but not cooked in the center. They offered to redo them but at that point, I was full and I still had a pancake to eat. I like the gesture though. I called to make reservations. They said they do but I have to go on their website. I couldn't find it anywhere. I called back. They directed me to "Post" or "Toast" and said it's on Google or to look again on the website. Nothing. So I called back a 3rd time. At this point, I gave up. Chanced that they would be able to seat us when my large party arrives. When I got there, I discovered that they don't take reservations. I have to check in with a QR code to be added to the waitlist. (Clearly staff doesn't understand this process.)

    Pumpkin Waffles
    Tyler H.

    We were seated right away and got our food quickly. Our coffee was refilled constantly without having to ask. Reliable place for breakfast.

    Pancakes!!!
    Crystal M.

    Wonderful brunch date with mom! The food was delicious as expected of Bill's Cafe. The relatively new establishment is clean and whimsically decorated with Halloween theme. What I loved the most was the excellent service provided by our server Andres. He was not only there to fill our coffee at the right moment but also got our somewhat complicated order perfectly! It is hard to find if you use the Apple map. Use google map instead and park in the apartment garage.

    Petaluma Scramble
    Daisy G.

    I love coming here after hikes. The food is decent. I wanted a mocha but they didn't have any ): so I got the hazelnut mocha but without the alcoholic and it was just water with a hint of coffee ): The wait was super long and we noticed people that were there after us with the same amount of people or similar got seated before us which was frustrating. It took about almost an hour to sit.

    Bread pudding French toast @rosyeatssj
    Rosalind W.

    Solid brunch spot. My go to is the cinnamon roll French toast now known as baked cinnamon roll. Hubby's go to is the bread pudding French toast. This time he tried the crab cake Benedict. My son gets their steak and eggs. There's usually a wait on the weekends so get there early. Nice and comfy with bar seating and outdoor patio too.

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    Huge portions, and super friendly staff. Our waiter Cruz was very attentive and hilarious. Definitely coming back for brunch again.

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    Came in on a see Saturday afternoon. Cruz was great ! Very attentive and accommodating. Will be back for food again soon.

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    Yes indoor dining is available as well as outdoors.

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    What started as a simple Saturday night family dinner evolved into one of my absolute favorite…read moredining stories. From the moment we walked in, the restaurant struck the perfect balance of an energetic, vibrant atmosphere set against an elegant, earthy, warm backdrop. It manages to feel both incredibly lively and deeply welcoming all at once. The service here was impeccable. Cynthia and Lawrence provided seamless, white-glove service that was attentive without ever feeling stiff--they made our family feel like the most important table in the room. The true highlight of the evening, however, was Chef Nicko. We were able to meet him and benefit from hearing him describe the ingredients of our plates with a level of detail that almost makes each part of the recipe come alive. He also added the occasional history and inspiration behind a plate. Hearing the stories behind the food transformed an extraordinary menu into an unforgettable narrative experience. What made the night truly magical was how the food shifted the entire dynamic at the table. Our usual family dinner conversation completely dissolved, refocused entirely around each plate as it arrived. It felt like my family transformed instantly to a group of passionate foodies, analyzing textures, debating flavor profiles, and marveling at the presentation. With a meal this spectacular, it is nearly impossible to pick out a single "best" plate. Instead, if I were returning for a solo dinner and had to build my ultimate dream menu, here is exactly what I would order: To Start: the marinated olives, the pristine crudo, and the perfectly prepared octopus. The Main Event: A split pasta course of the rich tagliatelle and ravioli, followed by the filet mignon and the spectacular bone-in pork chop. The Finale: You cannot leave without ordering both the bright lemon pie and the classic, decadent tiramisu. If you are looking for more than just a meal, but a memory that will completely captivate your table, visit Eos & Nyx. We will be talking about this night for a very long time.

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