Nice and clean restaurant. The staff was warm and welcoming. Menu was a variety and I couldn't choose ! Everything sounded good. Came here for brunch time. Ended up ordering the chicken fried steak. Pretty good portion and tasty. Crispy hash browns was a good choice. Highly recommend and would come again! read more

Brothers Cafe - Country Fried Steak & Gravy with eggs and hash brown, sourdough toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Millbrae, California

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This was my second time coming here, and unfortunately this experience wasn't as good as the first. The line management was bad. There were plenty of empty tables, but no one was really taking orders, so we ended up waiting around 30 minutes when it should not have taken that long. Also, the young lady at the cash register let someone who was already eating cut the line just to order more food. Everyone waiting seemed annoyed, but no one said anything. The service once you're seated isn't the best either. The workers don't really come around to check on you, so if you need water or anything else, you pretty much have to flag someone down. Even for to-go boxes, napkins, etc., you have to get up and grab them yourself from the counters. It's not a huge deal, but it definitely makes the service feel a little lacking. The food was also just okay this time. I got the chicken and waffles, and the waffle was pretty bland while the chicken was way too salty. Overall, the prices are a little on the expensive side too , it was $7 just to add one pancake. read more

Brothers Cafe - Chicken & Waffle - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Millbrae, California

Disappointed is an understatement. It's probably top 3 in worst breakfast I ever had. We ordered breakfast BLT, the breakfast burrito, coffee cappuccino, and a side of bacon. It came out to over $60. $60 for breakfast is a lot of money to me. It should at least be decent in taste. We requested the bacon to be crispy and it came out chewy. Both dishes, had no flavor at all. I guess they don't believe in seasoning. Will not be retuning. read more

Haven't had a bad experience until today, with a slightly under cooked waffle,, but Fernando, one of the servers, made sure we we're taken care of even if we had to wait longer for our food to be cook again it did got busier and probly overwhelming but it is still didnt get that loud with a lot of people standing and waiting for the next table to open up. Would go back again, but definitely not gonna order that again. read more

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3.5 for food, but will round up for kind service (multiple employees went out of their way to help), nice ambiance (family-friendly and well-lit with lots of booths and a few outdoor tables), and short wait. I didn't think the Mexican carnitas went that great with the eggs and hash brown. I felt the carnitas were too fatty, but my toddler wolfed them down so that's a huge win. I tried the English muffin and it wasn't that great. Hash browns were the standout from my experience. read more

Brothers Cafe is a much-needed addition to downtown Millbrae's breakfast and brunch scene. We used to frequent their Laurelwood location in San Mateo, and it was always packed, so I was thrilled when they opened a location in Millbrae. While it can get busy during peak hours, the restaurant is spacious with plenty of seating, so the wait is usually manageable. The food is consistently good, and we've enjoyed everything we've tried. My favorites are the Benedicts--especially the Gilroy Benedict--and the classic two-egg breakfast. We also like to add an order of pancakes for the kids. The menu offers something for everyone, making it a great spot for families as well as casual brunch outings. Generous portions and reliable food keep us coming back. read more

We love getting brunch at Brothers Cafe! My order to is always the same- Kids Brioche French Toast, side of seasonal veggies and freshly squeezed apple juice. You order at the register and then sit down. Everyone has always be very kind and efficient. Can't wait to visit again! read more

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Brothers Cafe is pretty solid for breakfast. The food is well made. I ordered the Standard Scramble, which is an omelet with protein and topped with sliced avocado. Everything was flavorful, even the hash browns. I like it when even the sides aren't neglected and are done well. My plus one ordered the pork chop and was also very happy with it. I took a couple of bites, and it was indeed flavorful and tender despite being thick. Also, their fruit juices are fresh and not artificial. Be warned, though: the food is a little slow to come out. I guess because they make everything fresh, it takes some time for the dishes to be prepared. It works fine for me, but it's something to keep in mind if you're in a hurry. read more

Didn't know that this little cafe was hidden behind the Trader Joe's and Living Spaces plaza even though I've been here a million times. They have a similar set up to Crepevine where you order and pay before finding your seats. Their menus on the wall look similar too! I am not a fan of tipping before you even get your food, especially because if you want a drink or refill, you do have to get up and pay again... The food itself was good, portions are huge! It will definitely put you in a food coma for the rest of the day haha. We ordered the biscuits and gravy with sunny side up. I wish there was more gravy on the biscuit as it was just the top layer that had gravy. The eggs do have a heavy butter after taste. The chicken and waffles was my favorite. It's pretty much half a chicken, and fried well. All pieces were juicy and I love that they give you gravy on the side in a cup! Too bad they didn't give that for the biscuits. Waffle was light and fluffy. We couldn't finish the chicken so there was a little to take home. The mimosas were with freshly squeezed orange juice which was nice. It was a bummer when we went to get our second drinks the cashier told us we should have just gotten the mimosa kit. We didn't know that was a big bottle with OJ...but too late. I would definitely come back to try some other items. Food came out quick too. read more

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Love the 2x2x2! I haven't tried anything else on their menu, but the pancakes alone are worth going back for. They're so fluffy and soft! read more

Brothers Cafe - 2x2x2 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Millbrae, California

We came here for brunch on my husband's birthday and it was a great choice! His burrito was DELICIOUS! My waffle was probably one of the BEST waffles I've ever had too! It was so fluffy and the chocolate cream was so light and not too overpowering! I was "mmm-ing" the whole entire time and my husband said "I've never seen you so excited over a waffle before" but once he took a bite, he understood why! The workers were so attentive and knew exactly what they were doing! We will definitely be back! read more

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Food is alright, I've ordered the huevos rancheros and the eggs Benedict. Seems like the bread in both instances is a little stale/dry. Also, we had to ask them to turn the AC on because it was burning up in there! read more

We always see the line going out the door and the table is full so today we decided to get some takeout from brothers café. The woman that was working in the cash register was so kind! We ended up getting pancakes, chili, and hashbrowns. Everything was amazing and the chili was so plentiful with meat. The ambience of the restaurant was very happy. Lots of happy chatter. Lots of tables filled great local restaurant. read more

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If you love hearty brunch without the chaos, Brothers Cafe is a must. Absolutely delicious! Neal's has been our go-to for a less chaotic vibe than Millbrae Pancake House, but Brothers Cafe is our new favorite brunch spot. They have 3 locations, and while SSF is closer, we happily trek to Millbrae for its quick turnover and easy parking - behind Trader Joe's or along Magnolia near the library. Family-owned (same folks as Boulevard Cafe in Daly City), Brothers offers generous portions, sweet staff, spotless restrooms, and surprisingly fast service. How it works: Line up on the right, order and pay at the register, then wait to be seated on the left. At peak times, don't even try to grab a table before ordering. Service can slow after food arrives, but just flag someone or pop by the pickup counter for your needs (water refills, extra napkins, condiments, etc.). Highly recommend: * Bloody Mary - bold, peppery kick with a crisp finish (I love a Bloody Maria but they only carry Vodka) - $8.00 * Bananas Foster Brioche French Toast - thick, buttery brioche drenched in caramelized banana goodness - $15.95 * Kid's Basic with Bacon - crispy bacon, soft scrambled eggs, and golden toast - $10.00 * Basic with Sausage, 2 Eggs, & Hash - savory sausage paired with crispy, golden hash browns, 2 eggs any style - $16.95 * NY Steak & Eggs (Med Rare) - tender, juicy steak with perfectly made to order eggs - $25.95 * Alexandra - delicate angel hair tossed with flaky salmon, sweet tomatoes, fresh spinach, capers, shrooms, and a luscious lemony white wine-garlic cream sauce - $19.95 * Alfredo - spaghetti coated in a rich blend of butter, cream, nutmeg, and a hearty side of Asiago cheese - $16.95 Optional Add On: - Chicken +$5.00 - Salmon +$8.00 - Prawns +$8.00 - NY Steak +$10.00 - Broccoli +$2.50 Perfect for brunch lovers who appreciate hearty plates and a clean, friendly spot! read more

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Classic diner with huge menu. Came for brunch on a Saturday and the place was packed. The menu is massive - you can get any type of salad, omelet, sandwich etc you're looking for. We ordered the breakfast burrito and an omelet. The breakfast burrito was great - stuffed to the brim and delicious chorizo. The omelet was pretty bland though. Both came with sides of hash browns, which were also pretty plain read more

Everything was cooked perfectly. Ordered the Belgian Waffle, that was big crispy on the outside and fluffy inside. Ordered the corned beef hash which came with eggs cooked to order, preferred toast and hash browns. Corned beef hash was shredded just right and was well seasoned. Hash browns...OMG so good; crisped on the outside and soft inside. Noise level is about 7 out of 10 but it is to be expected for this type of cafe. Service was excellent and place is very clean! I'd go back daily if I could! read more

Went here yesterday for a friend reunion! Such a nice cafe to eat at. You walk in and you look at the menu that's on the wall or look at the handout! I like that there's options it's very accessible and accommodating! I ordered the chicken club with no tomatoes and I asked if I can have pickles with it instead! They were able to make the adjustments which was very great! After that they give you a number and you sit down at the table. There's choice of table or a booth. It's a very spacious room. Everyone around us seemed to be enjoying their food and the atmosphere despite the weather pouring. It also gave it a very cozy vibe too. I probably like to come back and try their tuna melt because I've heard good things about it read more

Brothers Cafe - Chicken Club - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Millbrae, California

Always a five star experience here. I love the way. The ordering is set up, the menu choices, the customer service, and the location. They mix it up with hearty yet healthy options. Each time in the area this is one of my go to places. Looking forward to another stop here. read more

Brothers Cafe - Delicious Scramble with Chicken, Spinach, mushrooms, and Swiss cheese. Order of fruit and wheat toast to bring it all together. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Millbrae, California

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I always have a great breakfast at Brothers cafe. My usual is the 2x2x2 which is always made perfectly. Service is always great as well. Today I tried the carnitas breakfast, holy cow it was good. Hope they keep this one around! read more

Brothers Cafe - Carnitas pork breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Millbrae, California

Slightly pricy Very friendly servers who also come in and check on customers Good portion size Very clean and modern diner Huevos rancheros was a hit and the Basic was just that - basic! Service was amazingly fast and we got seated right away read more

Brothers Cafe - Basic eggcellence - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Millbrae, California

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Good breakfast and brunch place in the heart of Millbrae area where there is plenty of parking. We ordered a chicken fried stick and a chicken club sandwich, which were both good. I love the many windows which bring in a lot of natural sunlight. You order and pay first when you enter, obtain an order number from the cashier, find your own table, and place your number on the table. Your food will be brought to you. read more

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This was a nice little cafe kind of tucked away in a shopping center. The food was great! Sometimes it can get a bit busy but if you're close by, try it out! read more

Brothers Cafe - Chicken Country Fried Stk - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Millbrae, California

This place is pretty interesting; you order first before you sit down. If you have a bigger party, it might not be a place that can accommodate you. What I can say is the owner does try their best to find ways to make a larger group fit. The food is pretty good and tasty, and the portions are not bad at all. They do have a pretty big menu, with ample options to choose from. read more

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Came here on a Sunday around noon time. You order first and then sit down. There was a line when we arrived but the line moved relatively quick. The person at the register was very efficient at taking orders and directing us to where there are available seats. After we ordered, they gave us a number, which we took with us to our table. I ordered the Gilroy Benedict, which included english muffin, poached eggs, homemade hollandaise, creamed spinach, artichokes, and hash brown. This was a very hearty and heavy meal. Nonetheless, it was delicious. I love the spinach and hollandaise sauce. It would've been the perfect dish if the hash brown was replaced by crispy potatoes. The hash brown was not so bad, though. Overall, this is a good breakfast spot. The menu is pretty extensive, and service is good. When we were here, there were a lot of families with kids. It's definitely a kid-friendly restaurant. read more

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Great diner style breakfast. You order and pay at the counter first and then seat yourself. It was busy when we arrived but found a table quickly. The food came out way quicker than expected which was nice. The waiters don't seem to check in on you but that was fine. Overall a decent place for breakfast. read more

Brothers Cafe - 2x2x2 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Millbrae, California

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They usually have good breakfast, but their lunch is way off. I ordered a cheesesteak, but it was just a chopped up burger patty. They need to take this off the menu if this is how it's prepared. Or if they were out of sliced steak they need to let the customer know. This isn't something that you can serve. Two stars for the actual meal. Edit: they are trying to convince me I'm wrong. I'm not. I'm not asking anything out of this, but don't try to defend something when you weren't there yourself. Edit 2: Brother's response is disappointing. I believe 100% that Brother's *can* make an appropriate cheesesteak. But that doesn't address that there was a failure of quality control in my specific instance (and maybe others). Showing how cheesesteaks are supposed to be made is an irrelevant gesture. As for "educating" me and my "running away", that's just antagonistic and I won't address that. As for the food itself deep char marks and identifiable chunks of meat in the photo are self explanatory that it's not "thinly sliced ribeye" (though I wish I took more and better photos). I'm really surprised that my raising this became an issue. Maybe, just maybe, there's a quality control issue at the Millbrae location. I'm not even the only person who wrote a negative review on that day. But look, I'm not in a position to tell you how to run your business. I'm just surprised you guys won't even consider that there's a problem. read more

Brothers Cafe - Chopped up burger - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Millbrae, California

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Food service and ambiance 5 . Avocado toast and salad with 2 slices of bacon was great. Will definitely try this again read more

Brothers Cafe - Avocado toast small salad and cup of coffee - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Millbrae, California

Came here to try it out since I typically like going to Copenhagen in Burlingame. This place is decent but Copenhagen is still on top for me Got one of their egg white scrambles and a melt. Got a good amount of eggs in the scramble so you can think of it as more than a 3 egg dish. read more

Brothers Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Millbrae, California

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This was the worst customer service I've ever experienced. The lady refused to provide me with a receipt. She was extremely rude and unprofessional and told I would have to wait she service everyone else who came in after me. I asked for her name and she told me it was none of my business. Her entire demeanor is a reason to avoid this establishment. read more

Brothers Cafe - A rude server - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Millbrae, California

I do genuinely love this establishment, yet today's service was below average. It felt like an eternity to receive my iced coffee and my favorite dish ( bananas foster French toast) was literally smothered in syrup with one of the toast clearly burnt. I normally finish my plate but couldn't today. To accompany my French toast got a side of bacon but that tasted like rubber. I couldn't help but notice a group who ordered before me got their food faster and got refill on their drinks when they only just sat down. The entree I thought I'd enjoy only left me disappointed and sick to my stomach I couldn't go into work read more

Brothers Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Millbrae, California

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This was my first time trying this new cafe/restaurant in downtown Millbrae and certainly won't be my last. There is a large parking lot and street parking available. Inside is well lit, spacious, and clean. You order first, then you're given a number and can choose to sit where you want. The menu is quite vast with a lot of different options to pick from. We ordered Huevos Rancheros and St. Patty's (corned beef hash) Benedict. Both dishes were tasty. I like that the corned beef hash was house made and it was delicious. For me, the unexpected star of the dish was the hash browns that were crisped to perfection!! These might've been the best hash browns I've ever had. Servers were friendly and refilled our water. Given that the food is locally sourced, prices are reasonable for the portions. I want to come back to try many other dishes! read more

Brothers Cafe - Top - Huevos rancheros; bottom - St. Patty's Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Millbrae, California

I walked in to have a brunch with my mom, there was so much to choose from so I was unable to decide. I ordered the shrimp scampi but I was having 2nd thoughts, I asked the cashier what's her favorite dish and she happily talked to me about their carbonara. It did not disappoint! Fantastic carbonara, creamy and right amount of grilled shrimp! The past was al dente, perfectly cooked. This dish is not salty, you can taste the parmesan cheese and freshness of the shrimp. Love this dish! The area can get really busy and packed but we never went there where we couldn't find a seat. Lots of natural light peeking in, an amazing spot for a Sunday brunch, mellow mood to enjoy great food and great service! read more

Brothers Cafe - Shrimp Carbonara - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Millbrae, California

Never disappointed at any of the Brother's Cafe location's. Have been here several times at Millbrae, and it was good. The food presention was excellent. I have the Greek Salad and the Cobb Salad with a cup of their soup. Nice portion and excellent flavor. My wife loves the Greek salad she's from Greece and the soup. The server delivering the food was very attentive. I would suggest that they need to have more than one type of soup chicken noodle or potato leak. The owners are there working and yes, they have another place and they are very dedicated. Will definitely be back. RB SB read more

Brothers Cafe - THE GREEK SALAD - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Millbrae, California

Went here earlier today for breakfast- met a friend I have not seen in forever before she flew out of SFO. First, there are 3 Brothers Cafe locations. I did not know this and we both ended up at different locations! I choose the Millbrae location since there is a parking lot (they're in a small mall), she was at the Grand Avenue location, which does not have a private parking lot, so came over to the Millbrae one. Pros- very friendly and helpful staff. The cafe is simple and clean, the bathroom had a clean scent to it, which I noticed as I opened the door to wash my hands. Food was good, I had 'The Standard,' with an addition of spinach. It was big, ate about 1/2 of it. My friend had the Santorini (healthier!) , and we split 1/2 of a kids French toast, that was very tasty! Cons- can't think of any. We were able to sit for a couple of hours, Brothers was a great spot for us to catch up! read more

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Stopped for a quick breakfast before our flight based on good Yelp reviews. Food was OK There are no prices on the menu so it's pretty much a guess what the bill will be. You prepay when you order and they ask for tip before the service is complete. Tip is supposed to be based on level of service, which in today's case was not that good but we tipped before so it is what it is. Place is clean and ambiance is pleasant. Probably won't be returning though Price wasn't bad after all About 50 for 2 read more

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First time trying this cafe. Very easy to order. There was a small line at the counter but that gave us time to see their huge menus on the wall. You order, pay first and then you will seated by their staff. Cafe itself is very bright and sunny. We ordered Mediterranean plate, Bloody Mary and buttermilk crispy chicken sandwich. My grilled chicken in the plate was so delicious that before I could say something, my husband was raving about his buttermilk chicken sandwich. Food is fresh and hot. We had to wait for it to cool it down to take first bite. Mediterranean plate has marinated chicken breast, cilantro-jalapeno humus, tzatziki and tabouli with pita bread. Delicious. Menu says Chicken sandwich is homemade and it is homemade for sure. Best we ever had. Cooked with spicy batter. Has mayo, Dijon mustard and some pickles. We really enjoyed our lunch experience and will be back for more. Staff is happy and polite. Great first experience!! read more

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Unfortunately, our experience was disappointing due to poor customer service and inconsistency with the menu. First, employees should be trained to be courteous and welcoming. The cashier was rude and dismissive--she waved the table number card at us and rushed us to order. If it appeared we weren't ready, a simple and polite question about whether we needed help with the menu would have gone a long way instead of the hostile attitude. Second, all menus should be updated and consistent. The large overhead menu listed the plantains with eggs as coming with toast, while the laminated counter menu did not. This discrepancy was never acknowledged. Instead, the cashier repeatedly insisted the dish did not include toast, even as I was clearly referencing the overhead menu. The lack of consistency and unwillingness to clarify was frustrating. Lastly, this happened during brunch hours--no one wants to be met with that kind of energy in the morning. The food itself was decent, and the hash browns were crispy, but the overall experience means I wouldn't go out of my way to return for brunch. read more

Visited with a party of 7 and had no issues getting a table. Order at the cashier, which is great since you don't have to fuss with splitting the bill after. The food came crazy fast. I was the first to order. The food was delivered 2 mins after the last person ordered and seated. Ordered the Grand Special scramble with English muffin. Although nothing fancy, was cooked perfectly and tasty. The dish wasn't salty which is great for those sensitive to sodium. Hash browns were crispy. The amount was just right and I devoured everything. Only downer was the house coffee. Unlimited refills, however, I barely finished the one cup due to the burnt taste. Will definitely return for the other scrambles. Great option for a quick, hearty breakfast. read more

Brothers Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Millbrae, California

Food is always great.. and very healthy choices.. service is spot on.. I'm a fan of the entire menu! read more

We've gotten take out from the San Mateo location before, and enjoyed it. So I was thrilled to see another Brothers Cafe location open up closer to us. Come Labor Day, little guy was craving some pancakes, and not wanting to go to Stacks, I suggested Brothers. Yes, it is very Crepevine-esque. We ordered at the front and found a booth. They do have a kids menu, but my carb loving son, can devour a whole huge pancake from Stacks, and since the kids pancakes was just one smaller one, we decided to order off the regular menu for him and tackle the leftovers after. I got the bananas foster french toast, and hubs got a combo egg, bacon and short stack plate. Little guy liked his buttery pancakes and fresh apple juice, hubs thought his plate was solid. I tend to not just order a carb heavy breakfast anymore, at least without any protein on the side. But the bananas foster French toast was so worth all the carbs and sugar spike! The bananas were perfectly caramelized, fluffy thick brioche toast, and I poured the right amount of syrup, and the cinnamon cream was light but delectable. Brothers is a no frills classic breakfast spot for some good grub. Friendly service too. I would go back for the bananas foster French toast, but when in a savory meaty mood, their Daddy Melt burger for sure, because it totally hits. read more

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