Eggs Benedict Quest: #1 In search of a delicious Eggs Benedict, but sadly not found here; English muffin needs to be toasted more, skip the margarine spread, hollandaise needs more lemony brightness, and egg yolk should be a little runnier. Ham was fine. Not terrible, but didn't finish it and wouldn't come back for it again. 5/10 Comfortable cafe with attentive service. read more

We stopped here for lunch and we both very much enjoyed our meals. My wife said her chicken sandwich was perhaps the best ever, and my Monte Cristo Sandwich was absolutely delicious. It's a small local eatery with excellent food, attentive service, outdoor dining, a charming local ambiance. We'll definitely return again for another great brunch... read more

Duo Grill House on Solano Ave Albany, small neighborhood diner that does the basics right. Hash Brown Hill with eggs, bacon, cheddar and avocado on top is the move, hash browns were actually crispy which sounds obvious but most places cant manage it. Monte Cristo was solid, dijon and swiss and ham, classic done correctly. Open face Dungeness crab sandwich looked incredible on the next table, that's the order next time. Service was relaxed, not in a slow way, just comfortable. 5 stars, unpretentious neighborhood spot with good honest breakfast food and fair prices for the area read more

Stop by to get something to eat for takeout and got the braised short ribs. Nice place off Solano Ave, parking can get hard to find. When I picked up my order the sever was friendly and my order was ready when I got there. When I got home and tried my food, it tasted amazing. Gotta go there to dine in and try other things on their menu. I ordered breakfast there a couple of years ago and it's a can't miss. Nice area and great food is a must try!!!!! read more

Duo Grill House - Braised Short Ribs - American Near Me - Albany, California

Duo Grill is a nice spot for a casual brunch or lunch. The food fare is traditional comfort food - pancakes, omelette, breakfast sets, sandwiches, crispy hash brown potatoes. Prices are reasonable as well. At our last visit, there were 8 of us so they combined tables for us to sit together by the window. The wait staff were very attentive and friendly. Orders for the group were egg Benedict, open faced crab sandwich, blueberry pancakes, Caesar salad and shredded short rib sandwiches. The pancakes were fluffy with a good amount of blueberries. Eggs Benedict were served as ordered - jammy, not runny egg - with good amount of sauce. The open faced crab sandwich is good, but they only give you one half of the sandwich (one piece of bread). We were splitting this dish and would have liked to know this beforehand, as it was not enough for 2. However, it is nice they don't charge you extra for sweet potato or garlic fries on the side, and both were wonderful. The Caesar salad was average, would not order again. The short rib was fine, the meat was a little lacking in seasoning & salt. read more

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This used to be Walker's Pie Shop back in the day! The new restaurant looks a lot like the old place. The food and service are excellent. I ordered the Hash Bennie and my friend ordered the Florentine Bennie. I got the hash browns with mine and he got the parmesan roasted potatoes. Both breakfasts were excellent. The hash under my perfectly poached eggs was nice and crispy and not overly salty. Which if you've read my other reviews is an issue for me! The English muffin was nicely toasted and there was just the right amount of hollandaise, so the muffin stayed nice. Also, there wasn't any additional water from the poached eggs which is also a pet peeve of mine. The hash browns were good and crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Pretty much a 10/10 on the execution of the food. My friend also thought the food and service was great! The service staff was wonderful. They came by to check to make sure everything was good but didn't hover. I will for sure come back here next time I'm in town!! read more

Duo Grill House - Florentine Bennie - American Near Me - Albany, California

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I came during lunch time and was pleasantly surprised! The service was quick and the servers were very attentive. Everyone helped out. I ordered the salmon Cobb salad and it was great! Salmon was cooked to perfection and they gave a nice size portion. I would say they need more lettuce but that was the only complaint. I would definitely be back! read more

Duo Grill House - grilled salmon Cobb salad - American Near Me - Albany, California

A family place with good food and comfortable setting. As sick, the service was a bit slow but I'm sure the kitchen was doing the best they could. We all quite enjoyed the food and it gave us time to chat anyway. Open faced crab sandwich and fries.. yum! If you want a cold crab sandwich, you can get that also, but closed with two slices of bread. Eggs and corned beef hash didn't disappoint. They know how to cook hash browns among the best of them! Crispy and yummy! They also know how to make soft eggs when you order them "wet". read more

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The breakfast burrito was perfection! Nice crispy wrap with delicate eggs, salsa, avocado and apple chicken sausage. The side salad was decent but nothing special. Oatmeal was pretty good. The winner was the breakfast burrito. I would def go back for this. read more

Duo Grill House - Breakfast Burrito with Apple chicken sausage - American Near Me - Albany, California

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This Restaurant has 2 sides to it, so it's a good size. We went there for breakfast. Nice thick pancakes. Good prices for breakfast. I would come back to try other stuff on the menu. Good customer service. :) read more

Duo Grill House - American Near Me - Albany, California

This restaurant has changed hands a few times over the years. We stopped going for a while but tried it again when it opened as Duo Grill. We like it a lot and have gone back a few more times. We have never been disappointed. The food and service are always great. They are very attentive and aim to please. I think they even serve gluten free bread! They also have outdoor seating which we prefer when the weather is nice. read more

We arrived here shortly after opening on a Sunday morning and we were seated immediately. We had the vegetarian omelette and hash brown hill along with an Americano. The omelette was 5/5 and well seasoned. The hash brown hill was hearty and deftly seasoned. We really enjoyed the Americano! The dining area is welcoming. We will be back. read more

We've been coming to this space ever since it was Walker's. The current owners do a great job good old diner style breakfasts. Highly recommended. read more

Service was excellent and the gentleman serving us was very nice. The restaurant is very clean as well as the restroom. I had the homemade corned beef with hash browns, two over medium eggs and toast. It was delicious but unfortunately one egg was over cooked but it was delicious. I liked the toast was dry so I could handle the butter on my own. I brought half of my meal home and when I reheated I was still very happy. I plan to go back as the BLT w/avocado was my second choice. read more

It was my first time here, and I loved it immediately. Had brunch on a weekday-my server was so lovely, so efficient and really made my day. I had the corned beef hash with fruit and sourdough toast, and coffee. It was all very flavorful and delicious. It's a very cute spot with interesting art on the walls, but still casual and unstuffy. Nice and relaxed. I would come back again in a heartbeat. read more

If you're looking for a perfect blend of upscale diner food with neighborhood charm, Duo Grill House is the spot. I've been on the hunt for a great Monte Cristo for a while, and I was blown away by theirs--so much so, I've indulged in it twice this week! The menu offers classic diner dishes, but with an elevated twist that makes everything feel special. The portions are generous, and the prices? You truly get more than what you pay for, which is a rare treat these days. The service here is warm, friendly, and fast--just what you want from a neighborhood favorite. The cafe has a cozy front seating area, and plenty of tables inside, making it perfect whether you want a quick bite or a leisurely meal. The only suggestion I'd make to elevate the atmosphere further is to add a splash of color--some art or a few indoor plants could really brighten things up. But even without that, Duo Cafe has earned its five-star status in my book. The vibe is relaxed, and it feels like a place you can return to over and over again. Highly recommend! read more

Duo Grill House - hash benedict! - American Near Me - Albany, California

Mid. The food is mid, but the prices are really high! You would expect better ingredients at the prices they charge, on Solano no less. Pre packaged ingredients, not particularly fresh as far as I can tell. Cheap bread, pesto, veggies, (corn) syrup. We got the pesto omelet and the duo combo. Half my combo was hot, half was cold. In the end the part I can't accept was the French toast with the combo. One slice of the cheap bread, not a fresh thick slice of acme bread or similar, not 2 slices of the regular thin bread. One thin piece of bread! So cheap! Foil wrapped butter pats which I've seen for toast but never for French toast. And barely any maple flavor in the (corn) syrup. Mid food at high prices. read more

I have yet to have a bad meal here, and I order different items on the menu. I do not understand the few people who claim that the staff is unfriendly. They don't gush, but I have never been treated rudely or dismissed in any way. Finally, in response to the one rating they received during the pandemic regarding getting to the restaurant at 8 am and they were not yet open. Time is relative and my watch has been off by 10 minutes before. The pandemic created novel and unforeseen issues. I tried to give everyone a break. They have always been open when I patronage their restaurant and will continue to do so. They have a novel array of dishes that I have not had anywhere else, and they are all delicious. read more

This is our go to spot for breakfast out. Service is always friendly and attentive. We like the option of sitting indoors or outside. They have good food with lots of good options. French toast is my go to and it's rare to be able to get it as a combo breakfast, which Duo has. read more

Affordable and delicious food. We had the grilled chicken sandwich, the cold crab sandwich, and the huevos rancheros.

Bomb af! Their café de olla was perfect! Not too sweet! Just right! All of our meals were delicious! We plan to be back soon! The service was excellent! read more

My wife and I came here for lunch during the week. The food was good and pretty reasonably priced for Berkeley. My wife got the eggs benedict with potatoes and I got a burger. The burger was excellent, with great flavor and a very fresh tasting bun. The fries tasted like they came from a McDonald's, which was mind-blowing. Really good! The eggs benedict were well cooked and my wife liked them. The potatoes were very crispy and well made. The service was okay, we were left for a few long periods without refills on our drinks which was annoying given the relative dearth of other customers in the place. But once they saw we were looking for help, they came around to help. The ambiance is good. It's clean and well lit. Feels like it's pretty fresh and not worn in yet, if that makes sense. I'm hoping to come back a few more times to see how it holds up. TL;DR: A nice diner with good food, good prices, and okay service. read more

Duo Grill House - The burger - American Near Me - Albany, California

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Probably a 3.5. Nothing bad at all, but nothing screamed out. It's a diner without the huge portions. The menu is like 5 pages long and runs the gamut of anything you could want, including a whole range of Mexican eats. Inside decor is a diner with red booths and all. A fairly large space so definitely good for groups. They have a few tables in a bare bones parklet outside. We were there for brunch and prices were reasonable and fare was solid. Nothing too crazy, but good. The green chilaquiles were good, very mild, and the veggie scrambler was a nice sized meal with potatoes and toast. Overall, with no wait, this spot was totally a solid spot for outdoor brunch on a Sunday morning when Sam's Log Cabin was 30+ minutes. Again, nothing unique here, but service was quick, it wasn't crowded and prices were middle of then road. read more

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Cool bicultural concept-- Half their menu is Mexican, other half is classic "white American" brunch. The sheer volume on their menu is WILD. If the wait for Solano Junction is too long, Duo is an ok option right down the block. All-day brunch! (as of March 2022) For COVID safety purposes, staff wear masks and seating is socially-distanced. We dropped by late afternoon on a weekend... Completely empty. Service was slow. Even being one of two parties there, my bf and I waited probably over 45 mins for 3 items. CHICKEN AND WAFFLES: Yall... This is not their strong suit. In what world does chicken and waffles mean TENDIES............. Very average waffles and the tendies tasted like they were of the frozen variety My bf liked their Egg Florentine Benedict, pretty standard. Open Face Crab Dungeness Sandwich was very ok, the accompanying salad was mediocre. Portions are kind of small... This is somewhere I'd go if I was REALLY craving brunch food during a non-brunch hour, maybe not my first choice for brunch. read more

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** The following review reflects my delivery experience DURING the COVID-19 pandemic. ** I still think of this familiar space on Solano as Walker's Restaurant & Pie Shop where I would get a slice of their homemade lemon meringue pie and then have dinner, in that order. But rather sadly and unexpectedly, Walker's closed at least a dozen years ago, and hell, I don't eat like that anymore. And with the pandemic, I can't even consider eating in there anymore. At the same time, the new owners still offer the all-American type of food Walker's used to serve but with perhaps a more refined twist except... When I see items like Oven Roasted Crab and Artichoke Dip, I think of a time when my mom would serve something like that at her Tupperware party. Fortunately they also serve entree salads, so I ordered the $16 Blackened Salmon Salad which had hefty chunks of charred salmon mixed with tomato, cucumber, and organic mixed greens with balsamic vinaigrette and a lemon wedge on the side (photo: https://bit.ly/3ayhuxZ). It was healthy, tasty, and filling, but did I still want a slice of homemade pie? Well, come to think of it... FOOD - 4 stars...a fine salmon salad indeed AMBIANCE - n/a...there are memories of Walker 's but I had it delivered SERVICE - 4 stars...prompt and packaged well TOTAL - 4 stars...no pie for me RELATED - Strolling on Solano? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: http://bit.ly/2HvcTQH read more

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Not bad. Ordered a Duo Combo for brunch,very delicious but it's not pretty friendly for people who come here first read more

Duo Grill House - American Near Me - Albany, California

We ordered the mini burgers, fish & chips meal and bread pudding. The fish was perfectly balanced in preparation, flavor and texture. Although there was some condensation in the box, the fish was still crispy. I got extra malt vinegar that I generously applied to the fish and the tastiest tartar sauce. The fries were basic, but well cooked. I wish they provided more ketchup. I will definitely order again. The mini burgers were good. I definitely wasn't as impressed by the minis, but they were good and prepared as asked. There was some condensation in the box that made the bun oddly soft, but still edible. I would order again, but I'd open the box as soon as possible to reduce the chance of condensation. Bread pudding is one of my favorite desserts. It was tasty. The sauce is what made it a winner, and I'm glad for their generosity with the sauce. I'm mostly happy it was on the menu because I don't see it too often at restaurants. A must try. Get the fish and choose a different side, if you can. read more

Duo Grill House - Crispy fish dipped in delicious tartar sauce. - American Near Me - Albany, California

Came here on a weeknight for dinner. Surprised that not very many people were eating there. We were very impressed with the quality and quantity of food. Loved the crab sandwich! The people who work here are super nice too. Definitely should check it out read more

Duo Grill House - Open Face Dungeness Crab Sandwich - American Near Me - Albany, California

This is a little hidden gem up Solano Ave. I've really enjoyed each time I've been here. Breakfast or lunch, it's all good. The people are really friendly and service is great. read more

Duo Grill House - Duo Combo. - American Near Me - Albany, California

The diner down the way had about an hour wait, so we decided to head back home, ie back towards Duo Grill House. I loved that they had several different sides, as my diet is pretty specific these days so I was able to order a couple sides of bacon, a side of egg whites, and a side of fruit and everything was delicious. It all came out promptly with the service being quick and friendly and another plus, they even had outside seating. All in all we will definitely return to Duo Grill House, the whole experience of a Sunday morning breakfast there was wonderful! read more

This is a great neighborhood place! We recently discovered it on our walks and finally decided to try it. They have a large selection of breakfast and lunch items. Been there twice and both times were excellent. I really like the ribs with the sweet potato fries. Friendly service, great food selections. Definitely returning. Check it out the next time in on Solano! read more

This is the first time I have returned to Duo Grill House since my initial review. The pandemic and then life intervened. Today Nina and I met here for lunch, having walked past it last week on our way from Bowl'd to our cars and being intrigued by the menu in the window. Nina was seated and waiting for me when I arrived, having been seriously delayed by road construction on my way there. When I walked in the man who I later ascertained was the owner, Joel, recognized that I was here to meet Nina and directed me to her booth, which was comfortable and roomy. We looked at the menu and were both interested in the open-faced Dungeness crab sandwich and the shredded short rib sandwich which had interested me last time. We were both interested in salad and sweet potato fries as our sides. We told Joel we were going to split them and he said he would have the kitchen do that, which we appreciated. I had iced tea, which is made in-house, and Nina had water. When our plates were brought, they exceeded our expectations. Not only were the sandwiches split, but the salad and fries were divided too. It was truly above and beyond. We both started w/ the fries, which are best hot. Both sandwiches were delicious. The salad was tasty, w/ a slightly sweet vinaigrette and the iced tea was delicious. We will definitely be back, adding it to our lunch rotation. read more

When we go out for breakfast on the weekends, Duo is our place due to friendly, welcoming people and their serious focus on making sure everyone is happy. The cook chef an amazing job across a crazy variety of options. We've tried many and always delicious and special. Thanks Duo House! read more

This place is never busy. I think because of the perception of the place of not being busy, people pass by this place. But it has a solid menu with a lot of selection, good portions and good service. And food tastes good. Beer wine menu with cocktails that seem to be wine based like sangria, mimosa, agave margarita, etc. My sister in law wanted to come for her birthday dinner. Kids had sliders and fries. Which the fries were amazing - perfect diner fries. Husband had steak burrito, sister in law had. Enchilada and I had a cheese quesadilla. I bet the breakfast is even better. We'll have to come back for that. Next time stop by y'all can walking by and support a small, local business. read more

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Amazing fresh food on Solano, large menu very nice family owners Joel ands son Jairo work hard! Great omelettes, burgers, fish chips friendly service nice outdoor seating! Always a perfect meal breakfast & lunch. Wonderful bread pudding dont forget hard to find monte cristo sandwich! read more

Great service , ambience - recommend. Nice and peaceful on a Thursday 8am. They breakfast, lunch and diner. Need 85 words to submit a review, can I eat now Yelp? read more

Duo Grill House - Peaceful oasis on a Thursday 8AM - American Near Me - Albany, California

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Hungry for some hearty, satisfying breakfast fare? Check out Duo Grill on Solano in Albany. Delicious ingredients, generous portions, easy on the pocketbook, friendly service, and comfortable seating. What's not to like? read more

This place is CONSISTENTLY good. AND the quality of their takeout is just as good as eating in the restaurant. I highly recommend. I think it's family owned and everyone is so nice, super attentive, incredibly kind. Please show them some love and stop by for a delicious brunch. I wish I would have taken a pic of the NY strip and eggs before I inhaled it because it was SO good. read more

I'm a eggs Benedict snob, and no one makes the hollandaise sauce better than me. Frankly I think their sauce is bottled for speed sake, but regardless it tastes good. I would say great but I had the "smoked" salmon, and the sauce had too much lemon that overpowered the brined salmon. The salmOn is not smoked, it's traditional Norwegian lox style, using a salt brine to draw out the fluids, however if not done correctly makes it too "salty"! Crepe Suzette down the street does the same thing on their crepes. They advertise salmon, but it's brined lox, much too salty. Service has always been excellent, parking sucks, I would recommend they remove the outside seating and free up parking. I got the last parking space and there where only 4 or 5 couples in the entire restaurant. Why put up w exhaust, loud people walking by, and the cold climate when seating inside is plentiful, very comfortable and convenient when trying to get the waiters attention!! read more

Came here for lunch today and was surprisingly disappointed. We've been here numerous times for breakfast and have always been sooo happy with the food and portions. Today we ordered the crab and artichoke dip, which was tasty and fresh. We also ordered the fish and chips for our niece, who was still hungry after because the portion was so small. My partner ordered the open crab sandwich which tasted good but definitely not worth the money. I ordered the Ribeye steak which was soooo sad, it was SUPPOSED to be 8oz...and definitely wasn't. It literally looked like a thin piece of carne asada. I was very disappointed and definitely won't be coming back to this overpriced establishment. As far as the service and ambiance, we felt it m was very basic. read more