You need to make a reservations if you don't want to wait, and you can totally do it through Yelp! Regrettably, I didn't make a reservation beforehand but thankfully I didn't have to wait too long to be seated but that's because I chose for whatever was available. The wait time to sit inside the restaurant was too long so my son and I sat outside. I was so relieved we got a good table that provided us some shade from the bright sun. Service was quick, friendly and proficient. The food was great and their coffee was just what I needed! This place is so packed on the weekends, I like how they have extra people helping the servers check on folks frequently so to give coffee and water refills. My cup stayed full the entire duration I was there. My son and I had a wonderful breakfast at Cafe M! We will definitely be going back but with reservations beforehand. read more

Outdoor front dining area, where one can enjoy the warm and sunny, summery weather that we are breezingly having! Their crab meat crepe is superbly tasty! Order up their french toast and it is the best combo of savory with sweet that tingles the taste buds to its delight! Brunch and cozy corner cafe! Cafe "M"hmmmn! Yum! read more

Cafe M - Classic French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

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The food is always good. One of the best kept gems in Berkeley. It's a small no thrills establishment but the service is top tier. I love the fresh toast breakfast with a side of potatoes . Everything is perfectly cooked and seasoned. They have the best mimosas. They are not shy about the champagne. They are known for their crab cakes which I also recommend. read more

Yes yes YES! My cousin always orders the crab cake egg's Benedict, but unfortunately I am a little averse to seafood so I always get the egg's Benedict. According to him, it's amazing and there's nothing else like it - and the same goes for me and my egg's Benedict. I usually don't really home fries/potatoes but this place is the only exception for that because they are just THAT good! We both always get the tequila sunrise, which is absolutely beautiful for pictures, and it doesn't taste strong at all, but when it hits you, you will definitely know!! The service is always top tier here as well, and I'm definitely a loyal customer now! :) read more

Cafe M - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

Pricy for what you get, super strong coffee, friendly and attentive wait staff. It's the kind of place where you need to watch out because they keep filling your coffee cup up when you're not looking. The food was edible, okay, but nothing special, kind of bland really. Inside, it felt a little mall-ish. It wasn't the greatest breakfast experience I've ever had. In another town, I might go back. But there are so many more charming options nearby. I doubt I'd go here again. read more

We were greeted right away by the hostess and seated wherever we wanted. The servers are all super chill and they're very attentive, so we had such a great experience. The Delmar Crepe was probably the most amazing savory crepe I've had and they make pretty good lattes. Super cute place for breakfast or brunch! read more

Cafe M - Delmar Crepe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

We had a very friendly server named Sabrina, the food was great/ fresh, and it was made quickly. I would come back here any days! 5 stars read more

Cafe M - Pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

Delicious, great service. We especially love the French toast and the corned beef hash!

The food is so good I highly recommend it! Staff are super nice :) will come back for sure!

One of the best breakfasts I have ever had. Prices are high (expect about $20 per dish) but portions are generous, the outdoor patio is beautiful and peaceful, service was exceptional (food came out quickly, waters were refilled during peak hours, etc.), and food was terrific. Potatoes are crispy, flavorful, and extremely generous. The omlette was perfectly cooked with smoky chicken and just the right amount of cheese while the avocado was perfectly chunky. A must-visit. read more

I cannot speak good enough of this place and their amazing hospitality, food is always on point and staff are very friendly and welcoming. I've been coming here for about 7 years now and I never had a bad experience. keep up the great work Cafe M. We love you ! read more

I chose Cafe M for a "solo/me brunch date". Upon arrival, the hostess was welcoming & seated me immediately (Sunday 12p). I ordered the Chai Tea & French Toast combo. The chai was fresh & frothy, if that's even a word! LOL The French toast was missing fresh fruit, but it didn't miss a beat!! I cleaned my plate. I had the chicken apple sausage too! Amazing!! I plan to visit Cafe M soon! read more

Beautiful Tuesday morning for brunch so I decided on Cafe M after skimming the Yelp reviews. The sun was slowly coming out so I decided to sit outside the restaurant. The server, Cristian, was quick and very attentive which I really appreciated considering I was the only one sitting outside at the time. Of course, brunch calls for mimosas! Just perfect, the right amount of everything. And very cute in its glass with an orange slice. Then, just as fast as my mimosa and water came out, the Berkeley Hills scrambler followed soon after. Huge portion with wheat toasts and I knew I was going to have leftovers! So good with crispy potatoes underneath the eggs, cheese, spinach and sausage mix. Atmosphere outside is lovely, comfortable seats, clean wood table and smooth jazzy music playing over the speakers. The view is the parking lot and some stores nearby. But I was focusing on the food, so I loved it all. Can't wait to come back to try out more breakfast items and the dinner menu! read more

Cafe M - OJ Mimosa - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Food is good , lots of seating , patio style and family friendly . We celebrated with 8 people and customer service was good

Like the waitlist app to have a clue about when you're going to be seated, means you can actually just relax and wait. Had the crab cakes Benedict, and it was OK. Best part was the poached egg. Potatoes were crispy and overcooked. If you like above average Denny's service and food, this is your spot. read more

I'm so thankful Cafe M existed the morning my bf and I were trying to have brunch at Bette's Oceanview Diner. We were pretty hungry and Bette's wait list was no joke. We stumbled across Cafe M and surprisingly, there was no wait and it was rated pretty high in yelp so we decided to chance it. I took forever and a day to decide because I wanted everything on the menu- God bless our waiter- he was so patient with me and my indecisiveness. I even changed my order last minute and when I thought he was going to bite my head off, he assured me that it was no problem at all. He got a big tip at the end. We finally ordered 2 of the combo breakfasts- mine with French toast and my bf's with pancakes: both came with bacon and eggs. Everything was exactly what brunch should be- comforting, filling, and delicious. French toast was perfectly tender and had hints of cinnamon, eggs were spot-on runny- just the way I love em- and the bacon added the crisp and savoriness that tied the whole meal together. Did I mention there was a hearty helping of scrumptious cinnamon butter on top of my French toast? I was a happy camper. I also ordered a freshly squeezed orange juice, which was divine. They also sell bottomless mimosas! Thank you Cafe M for salvaging our Sunday brunch!! When in Berkeley, we are coming straight to you next time. read more

Cafe M - Combo Breakfast w/ French toast- bomb!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Expensive and limited choices but what they do have is very well done. A quality over quantity thing. I myself like a bargain so, 3.5

I love this place! It's my go to whenever I come to the Bay Area to visit. One of the best breakfast spots. read more

My girlfriend and I came here after a fun night out for my birthday. The food was great and the service was even better! Would definitely recommend the French Toast ! read more

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We went to Cafe M for breakfast. Great atmosphere. I had the Aztec Huevos Rancheros. It was amazing. My wife loved the veggie omelette. The orange juice was fresh squeezed. This is now my go to breakfast restaurant in the entire Bay Area. The lunch menu looked delicious, I will definitely be back to try out the chicken club sandwich. The staff was very professional and friendly. Our waitress, Mayada, was the absolute nicest server ever. There can be a wait at times on the weekend. But, it's definitely worth it. read more

Cafe M - Aztec Huevos Rancheros - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

Wow what an amazing find !! Great food ! Great staff ! Warm friendly fun location shop while we waited 25 minutes not bad on Saturday am. We would so recommend to come here just delightful read more

Cafe M - OMG this was amazing !! Brunch in Berkeley fabulous food amazing staff short wait good shopping around just a perfect - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

I can't even count how many times I've been to Cafe M for breakfast/brunch. Hands down one of my favorite places of all time; it's the first place I think about when I'm craving some really good breakfast. I've gotten their Eggs Milan Scramble, Veggie omelette, Coconut French Toast, Delmar Crepe, and Homemade Corned Beef Hash. I've never been disappointed but their scrambles, omelettes, and french toast really stand out among their other items. The eggs are always perfectly cooked and I'm sad every time I finish the french toast. One of the things that makes Cafe M unique is their breakfast potatoes. They're thinly sliced and fried (vs hash browns or home fries) and so, so, so good. Please get them!! Cafe M always impresses me with how fresh their food is, how broadly appealing their menu is, and how attentive the service is. There can be a wait in the morning so I'd highly recommend getting there earlier or later in the day, and signing up on their Yelp waitlist before you get to the restaurant. Pros: - Bomb french toast - Bomb potatoes - Bomb scrambles and omelettes - Bomb potatoes :) - Larger portion sizes - Cozy atmosphere - Has both outdoor and indoor table seating Cons: - Can be a bit pricey but well worth - Can be a long wait on Saturday and Sunday mornings read more

I'm not sure why I was so cynical & mean 8 years ago but I went back to this place with a friend recently and the food was really good, it came out fast, and we were very happy. We came around 11am on a Sunday and were seated pretty quickly. read more

After Easter Sunday Mass, this was one of the only restaurants not taking reservations. It was first come first serve. So, my family and I were prepared to wait a while. Fortunately, we only waited 20 minutes to be seated! Plus it was such a beautiful day, we were fine with waiting outside. F O O D: AHmazing. What attracted me to this place, were all the pictures of their eggs Benedict's. I knew I was going to order their portobello mushroom Benedict. It was probably my favorite Benedict!! The mushroom was cooked and seasoned perfectly! I have no idea how they did it - I just know I did not want to share haha. Some people complained about how tasteless the hollandaise was, but it was creamy and had great flavor. My family enjoyed their meals, but what we fought over, was their FRENCH TOAST. BEST French toast I've ever had. The bread was soft and their cinnamon butter made everything extra delicious. S E R V I C E: Diligent. Our server always kept an eye on us and made sure we had everything we needed. We received our food in a timely matter even though the restaurant looked super busy. O V E R A L L: I can't wait to take the French toast home with me and try more of their Benedict's! read more

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Good food, good service. Great for breakfast or brunch. Can go as a couple or family.

Service is excellent. Crab cakes are fantastic. My husband loved his classic Benedict. The Bloody Mary was weak. Irish coffee was strong. Packed with customers. They sat us in the back corner when they had plenty of tables in actual sunshine. But food was great. read more

I've been here on multiple occasions, and while the food is good, each time I've noticed that the hospitality is not nearly on par with any restaurant I've ever been to. My most recent visit, I dined in with my parents (their primary language is not English) and we had a miscommunication with our server about which table we were seated at. Her responses were extremely curt and unprofessional; she repeated to my parents "Do you understand me?" multiple times, and wasn't the slightest bit apologetic when I intervened. I spoke with the manager, who was dismissive to my concerns. There are better establishments to give your money to, with kinder staff and better food. All of the other 1-star reviews express the same negative experience. I will not be returning. read more

WONDERFUL QUALITY and GOOD SERVICE! So glad we chose to come here! We ordered: CLASSIC EGGS BENEDICT CRAB CAKE APPETIZER CARAFE OF ORANGE MOMOSA TIP: They're busy on weekends so be prepared for that. The nice thing is they give you a buzzer to page you when your table is ready so you can go walk around while you wait. They do not seat you until your whole party is present. Also, parking can be a challenge and far so as long as you're expecting that it's no problem. It's all worth it! read more

Cafe M - Classic Eggs Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Came here on a weekday and there was plenty of seating outside/no wait. They were able to get approval to convert part of the parking lot into places they could put tables so it didn't feel like anyone was too close or cramped nearby. Staff wears masks. The French toast was amazingggg. I got banana as an add one which added a nice texture and sweetness. The toast was super light and fluffy. We also ordered a coiled carafes of mimosas in two different flavors (they are pretty huge and probably gave us 3-4 glasses each). It was right by all the stores we went to after so very convenient location. Would come back here again! read more

Cafe M - French toast with banana add on - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

Omelette with ham, cheese, bacon, etc. with potatoes on the side. Definitely prefer the omelette without ham and bacon. The potatoes were ok. Different. Give the restaurants a shot. read more

Cafe M - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Good food, beautiful place, but really bad service. Not recommended for a large party. We found a wire in the food, and their response was like it was nothing. read more

I loved my meal at M Cafe! Wait time was short for 6 of us. I had the delicious veggie omelette. You will not walk away hungry they pile your plate with food. I drove up from Campbell to celebrate my grandson's Celebration from Berkeley High. We sat outside which was delightful. Tables were spread out so you didn't feel like you were hearing other tables conversations. The coffee was very good and the food was delivered fast. The waitress was tipped well as she was perfect taking our order and delivery of our foods. My daughter and her family just moved from Berkeley to Marin county. She knows the great places n Berkeley to eat. I wish we had a place like M Cafe in Campbell. read more

Food was okay, service was Okay, but when I was Eating I saw a Lady giving water to a dog from one of the cup, that was disgusting & nasty I won't never come back. read more

Cafe M - disgusting & nasty. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

The food & service was great,the wait time was a little long, but well worth it. Get here early. Friendly staff. Crab cakes were my favorite as well as the crepes & pancakes. Great experience. Great vibe. read more

Food was fantastic, but even greater was the service from the staff with the smiles. Getting a customized pancake for a one year wedding anniversary was Love . read more

Cafe M - Fantastic food but more amazing is the staff - thank you for the cute pancake for our one year anniversary! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Berkeley, California

Hostess had a really bad attitude! However I still decided to dine at Cafe M since it's one of our favorite places, food/coffee is always delicious and consistent, but today my coffee was 'suspiciously' terrible, hmm.... Its been a good run Cafe M, but I no longer wish to dine where employees (children, she looks about early 20s), are sabotaging your customers experience!! read more

Food was excellent!!!The only problem is people with pets like to use the restaurant serving cups to give their dog water. Disgusting for people who do not appreciate seeing that animals using human dishes to feed their dogs. Do that at home or bring your water bowl/dish for your pet with you. We no longer go once we saw that happen. Nasty..And the waitress said nothing! read more

Great food & let's not forget the fresh orange juice mimosa. Friendly staff ,seating is great especially if it's a nice weekend and you can sit outside. Only down side is the parking. read more

In-door/Outdoor seating. Umbrellas available on sunny days. We had lunch. I had a chicken club, my daughter had the quesadilla, and my husband had the Ruben (which comes on sourdough). All items were very good, fresh, and hot. It was a busy place, but we were seated quickly and service was fantastic. Food was quick coming out. Nice clean, inside and out. We need to come back for breakfast! read more

Went Sunday Morning, wait only 15 minutes, service was great, food was delicious! Only thing a little pricey.