We had the most AMAZING breakfast here at Fambrini's. We were in town after staying in town for a…read moreconcert and stopped in for breakfast before hitting the road back home. Mid week brunch meant a quieter atmosphere and open seating. After perusing the menu we ordered at the counter before sitting at a table after picking up utensils and water. We ordered Fambrini's Breakfast, Brie & Mushroom Omelette, Crab Omelette, and shares the Lotus Biscoff Pancakes. Everyone loved their egg platters. The eggs were perfectly light and fluffy. I generally avoid omelettes getting scrambles instead because restaurants tend to overcook the eggs. Our dishes were prepared with quality and flavor in mind. I personally had the crab omelette and left no crumbs behind. The potatoes were well seasoned and wish I had enough room in my tummy to finish them off! The drip coffee was bold and delicious not watered down at all! Finally, we shared the 2 stack biscoff pancakes for a sweet finish. The pancakes were bouncy with biscoff sauce and a mound of whipped cream. This was mouth wateringly delicious. I don't have much of a sweet tooth but this was so yummy. This isn't a traditional sit down service but counter staff were friendly and efficient. There is a small parking lot off to the side and there is indoor and patio seating. Come by for a meal and you won't be disappointed! I wish I lived closer so I could taste the rest of their meal. Kudos and thanks for an awesome meal!

Fambrini's is a really solid breakfast place!! They have a…read morepretty large menu ranging from sweet to savory and they do it all well. Our Food: We ordered the french toast and Biscoff Pancakes as our sweets. Both were fluffy and perfectly sweet. We also ordered the Monte Cristo and Chicken Pesto Sandwich. The Monte Cristo was okay, but the Chicken Pesto outshined it. The ciabatta bread is housemade and you can tell! Its perfectly soft and pairs super well with the garlic aoili and pesto sauce. The dalgona coffee looks amazing but is only okay, I'd maybe try something else. It is definitely Cafe style, where you order and pay at the counter first. They usually help you find seating (which is all outdoors) and bring out the food. From there everything is self-serve, whether that's for utensils or simply getting water. The food is delivered very quickly, but not super hot. Overall, I think its good food, and worth the visit if you're in the area.

My partner and I went to Sweet Maple on the recommendation of my foodie friend's ex. While I never…read moremet the man, he has incredible taste, because Sweet Maple has the best breakfast food I've ever had in the bay area. Well worth the trip. The two of us were dubious about the Millionaire's Bacon, because it was hyped up to the point where it seemed unlikely that it could live up to the reputation. We were wrong. We ordered the Millionaire's Bacon sampler platter, which is four strips of long, thick pieces of bacon, baked with brown sugar and spices. There is the original, which is brown sugar, cayenne, red, and black pepper, which was sweet, salty, and the perfect amount of spicy. The other slices were orange, cinnamon, and rosemary. My partner enjoyed the orange best, whereas I loved the cinnamon, but we both thought the rosemary was underwhelming. The bacon itself was very thick and meaty with a minimal amount of fat, and was just clearly high quality pork. Truly worth the hype. We also got the bottomless mimosas, which not only had multiple choices of juice (we got raspberry lemonade) but were surprisingly heavy on the champagne. The waiter kept them coming without us needing to ask, to the point where I had to tell him I was done because I was a little too tipsy for breakfast. My partner got the chicken croffle, and was very impressed. I tried the fried chicken (though not the croffle) and it was very well spiced, very crunchy, and well cooked--juicy and tender. I got the big hip, which is deep fried "french toast". I wouldn't call it french toast myself, but it was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and came with fresh fruit, butter, and syrup. There wasn't enough syrup for the entire dish, but I asked our waiter for more and he came back with it in less than a minute. On top of the food being as close to perfect as you can get, the service was great. Several different waiters checked in on us throughout the meal, making sure we were enjoying the food and that we didn't need anything else. The vibes of the restaurant are really enjoyable too. The décor is lovely, the sound levels are very reasonable, and everything was spotless during our visit. Overall, I can't recommend Sweet Maple enough, and I'm kind of glad it's not closer to my house because I would go bankrupt with the amount of Millionaire's Bacon I'd buy on a weekly basis.

New obsession! Croffle and fried chicken. The idea of waffle and chicken , but croffle …read more.. crossant, waffle and fried chicken is to die for. When we first put our name, we were the 50th.... it took about 45 min to go from 50th to be seated. Not bad, we walked around the block, checked out stores and walah!

In the area, decided to come here after I read some great reviews, it was a sunny sat morning in…read more60s F so not that warm, lots of patio seating with heaters, the place was packed at 11. We waited for about 5 mins for inside seat. Very good vibes and busy. Service was great and fast. Very prompt and gave some friendly advice on what to get. Cups were never empty, coffee and water constantly topped off. Staff working very hard to turn over tables quickly. Food was prepared very quick. Other than Steak was a little bit overcooked (bearable) everything else was excellent. Good size, ratio and portion. Fresh fruits were a fine touch to seal the morning with a healthy start.

If you visit Joanie's on a Sunday, congratulations, you've also signed yourself up for the farmers…read moremarket experience whether you planned to or not. There will be plenty of foot traffic going in and out of the restaurant. My dining companion and I settled in at the counter since the weather was a bit brisk today. Joanie's has been around long enough to wear its old-school vibe with confidence. The service is just fine. Nothing to complain about and nothing to tell write home about. It's a small enough place you are able to flag someone down if you needed something. We both ordered the "Joanie's Breakfast Medley" which includes French toast or two pancakes, two eggs any style, home fries, and your choice of protein (bacon, sausage, corned beef hash, chicken-apple sausage, or ham) for $25.95. We added two coffees, because we are functioning adults who require caffeine to make decisions. The food was fine, it was what a Sunday breakfast should be. I had a bit of a sticker shock when I asked for the bill and saw that it was OVER $75 for two people at breakfast, with tax and tip. I sat there doing the math in my head the way you do when you're hoping the numbers will somehow rearrange themselves into something more palatable. They did not. Now, to be fair, I am fully aware that the cost of ingredients and labor has gone up across the board. I was just operating on an optimistic budget of maybe $60 which I now realize is one of those "back in my day" comments to bore the Gen Zs to tears. If you want a recommendation for something sweet, go straight for the Cherries, Berries and Mascarpone French Toast. The eggs benedict is a reliable choice too, if you're feeling classic. The restaurant is easy to get to as it is located at the corner of California and Ash Street, and there's a large parking structure right next door. Would I go back? Probably, yes. But I will be prepared so that the wallet shock doesn't catch me off guard again.

Super cute and dainty. Was taken here for a tea party. Service was great and it fulfilled its…read morepurpose. Tea was delicious and so were the pastries and tea sandwiches. A nice gesture for a bday or a fun brunch

I loved going to the Menlo Park location but since it's been closed I went to this one…read more I made a reservation so my friends and I got seated once we got there. I usually get the matcha latte and it's good but this time when I ordered, it wasn't as sweet / seemed to be missing something. I ordered the bibimap, and the regular French toast which I thought was okay. I felt like it lacked flavor. Not sure if I'll be back. Parking is hard as you have to do street parking or park in the garage. Good thing we got lucky. The service: everyone was kind

We've been coming to Son of Wolf for years, and it's easily one of our most reliable go-tos. We've…read moreworked our way through nearly the entire menu... still skipping the burger for now. Our absolute favorite? The vegan tacos and yes, we're not vegan. We always pair them with a side of refried beans and chiles toreados, and it hits every time. What makes this place stand out is how incredibly flavorful and satisfying their meat-free options are. Vegan dishes can be hit or miss, but this is a full on hit. The menu overall is solid across the board. You can pretty much close your eyes, point, and end up happy. Brunch is also top tier. The pancakes are excellent, and the traditional Mexican dishes like chilaquiles and huevos rancheros are comforting, flavorful, and consistently well done. Must try cocktail: the Chapulín. When it first comes out, you might think they brought you a green juice, but trust us, this one will surprise you in the best way. It's made with jalapeño-infused tequila and packs a flavorful punch. Fair warning: if you're one of those people who thinks cilantro tastes like soap, this one may not be for you since it's part of the mix. Service is consistently great. The staff is attentive, friendly, and makes the whole experience feel easy. And honestly, there's not a bad seat in the house whether you're outside, inside, or at the bar.

Omelette was watery because they didn't cook the squash first and drain it. It made the entire…read moreomelette literally watered down. Cooking out the liquid from squash, tomatoes or mushrooms is cooking 101, in my book. Their mole is an American version and not at all a traditional one. Beware. Service and ambience are fine.

Prompt, friendly greeting; attentive service; crispy artichoke perfection, light, not greasy;…read moreItalian Eggs Benedict a creative twist with parmesan shavings sitting delicately on the hollandaise sauce, ultimately a pleasant tease to the palate. Loved the crusty toast and strawberry jam offering. A beautiful setting with views of the Western hills. I don't approve of the "extra tax". It is petty and not fitting for an elegant establishment. Build it into your food price and spare me the drama.

I am a fan of RH Rooftop Restaurants, and the Palo Alto's location wasn't an exception!…read more The ambiance can't be beat, and their menu offerings is pretty tasty. I ordered my favorite, the Mini Lobster Rolls (topped with Petrossian Imperial Kaluga Caviar and creme fraiche, all nestled in a super buttery brioche roll that had a nice crisp exterior to it; the lobster was fresh and yummy) and the Grilled Shrimp (dressed in lemon, butter, garlic, and Calabrian chilis; comes with 6 large pieces). I also had the Chinese Chicken Salad, which came with napa cabbage, carrots, and fried wontons, dressed in a sesame soy vinaigrette; this usually comes with cilantro, but opted out. Everything came out fresh and tasty, and the staff were attentive and checked-in often. The place does get busy, so be sure to make a reservation! Afterwards, you can peruse and walk through their wonderful galleries of furniture and home decor! +Mini Lobster Rolls +Grilled Shrimp +make reservations

I frequently come here during my lunch break. Food is delicious and service is great. The workers…read moreare very kind and attentive. It is also located nicely at Stanford Hospital next to Vina Enoteca (another great restaurant).

We stopped by Tootsies for a quick breakfast, ordering a bombolini (these run out quicky in the…read moremorning, so get there early) and a Cafe Shakerato. I'd like to try out their soups, salads, and sandwiches on the next visit. Housed in a cute brick building, take advantage of their al fresco dining option. Located at the Stanford Barn, they also have a location inside the Cantor. +bombolinis +located at the Stanford Barn

Wow. Could not have been happier with the food!…read more Will present the food in the order I would recommend: Banana fritters- soft clouds of fried dough, over some rum dark chocolate sauce. Divine! 7/5 Curry cauliflower over a red non spicy sauce. Refreshing! The flavors blended together with the flavorful but not overpowering flavor, with the well balanced sauce underneath. Could not stop eating it. $17 8/5 Mezze plate - the coconut feta was very creamy and good, I really enjoyed the pomegranate arugula salad with pickled onion and with the pieces of falafel inside. The flatbread was a little hard, but good. The eggplant was good and hummus also good. $32 price a little steep for the platter 6/5 Impossible cheeseburger - classic impossible burger. The standout item was the fries, quite good! Crisp outside and soft inside. 5/5 French toast - ok, a little dry, the berry sauce was good but lacking a little dynamic flavor maybe some citrus? 3/5 Cookie with vegan ice cream. Alas, pastries are still difficult to make well vegan 3/5 Service was a little distracted and hard to order. Bussing was very on top of it. I will return for the top items

I was curious about Wildseed, as this is a plant-based restaurant and bar. They serve brunch,…read morelunch, mid-day, dinner, and even a HH option. We came here for brunch, and ordered: +the French Fries - with vegan chipotle aioli, vegan herb aioli, and curried ketchup +the Carbonara Pizza - with ruffled faba milk bechamel, english peas, red onions, fermented garlic, smoked tempeh bacon, lemon agrumato, and fresh cracked black pepper +the Carrot Lox Tartine - with levain, coconut cream cheese, cherry tomatoes, pickled red onions, dill, and capers +and, the Banana Fritters - with chocolate coconut rum sauce and powdered sugar For drinks, I went for the Homemade Soda (pineapple) and the Orange 'fancy juice' (prepared with grapefruit, carrots, orange, turmeric, and ginger). Both were refreshing. Service was friendly, and the inside is bright; I loved their white wooden beams. A great option for those who want a 'meat-free' meal. +plant-based offerings +friendly service

Cool diner. Really good service. The food is over flowing. The croissant was fresh out of the oven,…read more buttery, flaky and delicious! The breakfast quesadilla was really good and packed with ingredients. A lot of food! Coffee is tasty, it's drip but not watered down. I'll be back during my next trip.

If you want a cockroach in your food, definitely eat here. Our meal came out with a cockroach…read moresmashed under the hashbrowns. What made it worse was the staff's reaction. They seemed more bothered that I pointed it out than concerned about the situation. Needless to say, we won't be back.

We came here on a Sunday for lunch. There was a line going out the door, but it moved pretty…read morequickly. We ordered at the register and found a table outside. There was some seating inside but a majority of it is outside. We ordered: - Organic Scrambles #3 (Scrambled Organic Eggs, Organic Wild Mushrooms, Shallots, Crème Fraîche, Chives) - The scrambled eggs were good and not mushy at all. The creaminess of the crème fraîche worked well with the mushrooms and chives. - Three Stack Apple Pancakes - This was delicious! I loved the grated apples in the pancakes. It was a solid pancake. We had a good time eating here and will be back to try more items on the menu!

Cafe Barron has excellent food, but the service experience really dragged things down during a busy…read moremorning. Food (5/5): The food was genuinely delicious. The French toast was fluffy, buttery, and easily one of the highlights. The omelette with cream and mirin really hit the spot, and the breakfast wrap was also excellent. No complaints here. Drinks (3/5): The drinks tasted good, but we ordered them extra hot and they arrived cold, which was disappointing. You are also responsible to pick them up so stay close to the barrista id you need coffee. Ambiance (4/5): The atmosphere is lively and energetic, which gives the place a fun brunch vibe. That said, it can feel overcrowded. The seating is very tight, tables are pushed close together, and the line can get quite long. Service (2/5): This was unfortunately the biggest issue. One of our items was missed in the original order. When I went back to fix it, staff initially entered it as a separate order and told me there wasn't much they could do and that I'd need to pick it up as a to-go order. After multiple conversations, I asked them to simply combine it with our original order and bring it to our table, which they eventually agreed to. When our food arrived, the missing item was still missing. After checking with staff three separate times, we were eventually told they were "doing us a favor" by giving us someone else's to-go item. By that point, we had already finished most of our breakfast and were ready to leave. The staff seemed more focused on explaining how busy they were rather than taking ownership of the mistake, even though the issue started with the original order being missed. Overall, this is a solid 4-star if you go on a quieter day and you don't need much customer service because the food is absolutely worth trying. On a busy day, though, be prepared for a potential 2-star experience, mainly due to customer service.