La Note is quick, polite, and highly recommended. The service is spectacular. Honestly, any restaurant owner in the Bay Area could learn something from their house manager in terms of service. This place runs like a well-oiled machine, considering its popularity. We only waited about 10 minutes, and from ordering to finishing our meal, the entire experience was under an hour. The vibe and decor are incredibly charming. La Note will effortlessly transport you to France. The food was delicious. Highly recommend the roasted tomatoes. The gingerbread pancakes are also incredible. read more

La Note - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

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My wife and I had brunch here this weekend. It's usually a popular place on the weekend, but the rain closed down the outdoor seating so lines were long. But the wait was worth it. We shared our brunch, got the pear and gingerbread pancakes which was an interesting combination but totally worked. You can really taste the gingerbread but it's not overwhelming. The eggs and bacon were fine. But the French toast was great. You could taste the subtle orange blossom which the bread was soaked in. If we had to find something to improve upon it would be that we couldn't really taste any lavender in the latte. The servers were really busy and it was a bit hard to get anyone's attention to get our check. But it was still a great brunch. read more

La Note - Lemon Gingerbread Pancakes and Poached Pears, 1 Egg, 3 Strips of Bacon - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I have been trying to try this place for a long time. Thanks to our friends that lived in the neighborhood, we were able to do so for Sunday brunch get together. The place was crowded, some tables were so closed to each other that you're within arm's reach to other patrons. So seating was a bit uncomfortable. Service was good. Our server was friendly and energetic. The menu was extensive and had lots of choices. Feeling a bit overwhelmed, I went with the Les oeufs Madison with bacon and a crème fraiche pancake. The bacon and the home fries were very good! The pancake, I felt was a bit dry. Everyone was pleased with their food. I would consider coming back to try other things on their menu. read more

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YAYYY YES. get a mocha in a giant mug. get the pain perdu and split it with a friend who likes savory breakfast. perfect eggs. perfect potatoes. cute service! very very happy with la note. gets crowded! come early if you have a party larger than 2. read more

La Note - Brioche Pain Perdu - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

The service and fare were outstanding! My Dad is a regular and I hadn't been in a while. Delicious hot chocolate, and my Dads fav, raspberry oatmeal. LOL. I just had some toasted baguette. Lite appetites today, but great service! read more

La Note - Hot Chocolat Chaud - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Got here 10min before it opened and got seated right away. It wasn't as busy since we went during the week. The staff were really nice. The restaurant is small but it was cozy vibes and cute decor. The food was delicious. Had to get a pancake for the table and it was as tasty as everyone says it is! read more

La Note - Creme Fraiche Pancakes and Omelette Fromage et Jambon and Chocolat Chaud - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

busy Sunday brunch spot but the food is sooooo good especially the omelette with ham. perfect egg/ cheesy consistency and the potatoes with it were well seasoned and crispy. they offer singular pancakes (lemon gingerbread one was the choice) and it was the best way to sweet and savory! read more

La Note - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

This is my second time at La Note. I came about 3 years ago and then just came again. Honestly the first time I came I was underwhelmed, but I decided to try again. Unfortunately I didn't realize it but I ended up ordering the same thing on my second visit haha so I still feel the same way. I got the ginger pear pancakes. The flavor was good but they aren't very fluffy and feel a bit dry to me. The side of eggs and bacon I got though, were cooked perfectly. And my partner got the ratatouille and it was delicious! I would come back for that! Service was also great! read more

La Note - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

Delighted to see this place is still operating after decades when so many places have swapped out. The place is a bit cramped as they try to pack a lot of tables in. There will likely be a wait on weekends but line moves quickly. Food wise, it's fairly tasty and reasonably priced in consideration with other food places in the area that are not catering specifically to the college students. This place absolutely deserves your patronage if you're on the lookout for a brunch spot in downtown Berkeley. read more

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This place will change your world in terms of French toast. Definitely get the cinnamon one too, it's just on another level. The omlette with grilled tomatos was great as well! They are on top of their game with turning tables so we didn't have wait too long even on a holiday morning! Extremely cute and would highly recommend for a refined breakfast date :). read more

La Note - Brioche Pain Perdu - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

Nice brunch spot in Downtown Berkeley! La Note is a French brunch spot serving delicious French breakfast. I went on a Thursday at around 12pm and did not have to wait for a party of 2, but it definitely does get busy on weekends. The ambiance inside is busy but very very cute, and the service is decent! We ordered the Cote Est w/Creme Fraiche Pancake and the Lemon Gingerbread Pancakes with Poached Pears. I found the pancakes to be good but not worth the high pricetag it was set at. They were denser than expected and didn't have as much flavor as I would have liked. The eggs and potatoes were decent as well--standard to most good brunch spots. Though a bit pricey, the portion sizes are pretty big, the presentation was absolutely beautiful, and overall: I enjoyed their brunch experience. All in all, I think it's a good spot if your looking for a brunch place with great ambiance and solid French breakfast. A little pricey, but good spot to experience! read more

La Note - Cote Est + Lemon Gingerbread Pancakes - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

Very good breakfast. Had the scrambled eggs with goat cheese. Oh my goodness. Heaven! I don't even care for scrambled eggs, but the way they cooked it was so next level. Also the coffee was excellent and so was the service. Very friendly happy vibe! read more

Three and a half stars... the bump up to 3 1/2 stars was due to the hostess was very accommodating and the serving staff for tending to the needs of the guest gets two thumbs up. La Note has such a calm, cozy vibe that I really wanted to love everything... but that lemon gingerbread poached pear pancake did not love me back. I came in after class, sat on the back patio, and the setting was actually perfect: quiet, a little French café energy, and my bacon came out exactly how I asked--crispy and delicious. The pancake, though, was a miss: dry in the middle, weird texture, and the lemon + gingerbread + pear combo just didn't come together, even though I could taste the gingerbread. It sounded amazing on the menu but ate like way too much happening on one plate. The tiny bathroom situation with all the door handles you have to touch was also not my favorite. I'll be back to try their regular pancakes, eggs, and more of that perfectly cooked bacon, but I'll definitely stick to something simpler next time. The vibe, bacon, and patio are pulling them up, that tragic pancake and the tiny germy bathroom are pulling them down, so 3/4 with a I 'll be back to try something else note feels fair. Okay, they get bumped up: servers were great, bacon perfect, vibe lovely--still dock them for that tragic pancake and the tiny, germy bathroom. 3.5 stars if Yelp allowed halves, but flat 3 stars is honest. I wanted to love my first visit read more

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I've dined at this restaurant twice and I am blown away every time. The interior of the restaurant is so inviting and quite charming. Even though there's a bit of a wait, I believe the quick service and quality food are worth. I came here with my mom and sister and wanted to try a bit of everything. The opted for a savory salmon sandwich. I got the eggs with bacon, herb potatoes, and toast. We all split the pancakes which were divine. The pancakes were perfectly spiced, fluffy, and were tapped with delicious pears. Every bite was so delicious and flavorful. The servers were quite attentive and frequently checked on our table. Even with the dreary weather outside, we were met with bright service. read more

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La Note Restaurant Provençal, about two streets southwest of campus, is an eclectically-decorated often-busy French-themed cafe and restaurant. French posters line the walls, along with some art and what look like awards earned over 27-years by this comfortable gem. Baskets and sculpture-light fixtures hang from the ceiling. It has seating for around 50 indoors and maybe 30 more on the umbrella-ed brick patio in back, mostly at lovely grained-wood tables and straight-backed or (outdoors) slanted chairs. We arrived around 8:30am, on a Sat (Oct 2025), shortly after they opened, and it was already bustling. We were seated quickly indoors under a cozy blanket of conversation. Their tea service is immediate, and we started with a $5 personal-size pot of hot aromatic English breakfast, not quite in the mood for their others: Earl Grey, green tea, mint, or chamomile. Their $5 espresso followed, bold and richly flavored, well-balanced roasted cocoa notes with yummy traces of tart and bitter. We chose the $15 double-stack oatmeal pancakes, gently browned, lightly fluffy, decorated with a swirl of bright fresh homemade pureed coulis de framboises dark raspberries. They brought a huge dish of tender crispy perfect roasted potatoes, too. Sipping hot beverages, sweet hearty pancakes and potatoes melting in our mouths. And they didn't rush us while we lingered dreamily. A lovely breakfast. read more

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Nice area need to be quick to find parking. Once I went with a party of 3 we waited 30 minutes to be seated and wished we had some seating while waiting outside. We were seated and the service was pretty even with the other customers. They had a great brunch selection and went ahead and got the Salmon Baguette with cream cheese capers and a salad was really good. I also got a hot latte with soy milk and was given in a wide mug with a latte design. The area was very neat and clean and would come back again. read more

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After running errands in Oakland, we stopped in here for the first time for some incredible breakfast! Everything we ordered was SO delicious & full of flavor! Even though the place was pretty busy, the service was still excellent & the waiter was very attentive. It's a smaller, cozy restaurant with French-themed decor, which really added to the overall vibe. We started off with a grapefruit mimosa & (i think) and Irish coffee. For our starter, because I couldn't resist trying it, we got the Tartine Mistral: one half toasted baguette, with goat cheese, basil, and roasted peppers. YUM! We also ordered a piece of coffee cake & it had great flavor! For our meals, I got the LES OEUFS LUCAS: Two eggs lightly scrambled with goat cheese, chives, served with roasted tomatoes & he ordered the OMELETTE DE POMMES DE TERRE: Potato and caramelized onion omelette, served open face, with Provencales tomatoes I personally loved mine a little more, because the eggs were beyond fluffy, & I love goat cheese & chives, but his dish was scrumptious as well. I highly recommend checking this place out for brunch! read more

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The concept of this place is so cute to me. I love that there's no apple pay, it's all very old-timey French aesthetic. The details even go as far as the French style bathrooms! The food was good! Nothing crazy, but I did enjoy my oatmeal raspberry pancakes. They weren't too sweet and you could really taste the oatmeal in it, which is one of my favorite breakfast foods. Service was quick and friendly too. I would come back and choose to get seated in the corner nook though ;) ! read more

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My lovely lady absolutely loves this restaurant and it's our favorite date spot when we are in the bay. This restaurant has truly changed my perspective on egg cookery and the chefs are clearly dedicated to the craft. The soft scramble is definitely a great example of masterful cooking techniques, because each time we order this dish, it's perfectly cooked. The eggs are silky and runny and the heat of the eggs melt with the goat cheese and finish cooking on the plate. The smoked salmon baguette was out of this world! It had a lot of heavy duty players at the party, with the sweetness from the roasted tomatoes, the saltiness of the capers and the gooey funky goat cheese slathered on crunchy fresh baguette. Trust me, this is an amazing dish that packs a massive punch of flavor bombs!! It took a few bites to adjust my palate but it's such a wonderful sandwich. The service is exceptional, always friendly and helpful and smiling faces. More than anything else, at least for those of us from the bay who have loved away, this spot is a vibe. It's such an amazing place to visit, people watch, listen to the people chatting about everything and nothing. It's such an incredible experience and I love. To the chefs in the back and the staff who we don't see. Thank you for making this such a great place to dine. read more

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This is probably one of my favorite breakfast spots in Berkeley. It has a beautiful backyard sanctuary so definitely request to sit outside. I've never had a bad experience with any waiter, they are all so kind. read more

La Note - French Toast - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

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We came for brunch at around 11:15 am and despite looking very packed inside, they had a large amount of seating, indoor and outdoor and we only waited a couple minutes for our table of 2 to be seated. The aesthetics from the menu to the interior all gave cozy brunching in Europe vibes and their menu seemed pretty specialized with unique dishes. Cote Est - I wanted a chance to taste a couple of things on their menu so I liked this section to get a mix of different items. The eggs were fluffy and the bacon on the side was crispy but not too greasy. I was the most excited for the pancake and it was everything. A good thickness, the lemon with the spiced gingerbread pancake topped with the poached pear and blueberries all together was an amazing combination. It was warm and spiced where the fruits cut through nicely. I initially also wanted to get the homefries but they unfortunately ran out but I tried one of my friend's and it was a great crushed potato. We also loved how attentive the staff was, they didn't hesitate to come help me replace my potatoes with the bacon side and seeing how difficult it was for my friend to cut her toast, they gave a better knife without us needing to ask. The wait for food was a little long but for the quality of food and great staff, we'd come back for sure. read more

La Note - Menu - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

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First time trying La Note; it had been on our to-try list for a while! Right off the bat, we noticed that service was slow. We were sat in the furthest corner of the back patio behind a tree so perhaps we were overlooked. The space is very nice and quaint, offering options to sit inside or in the back patio with lots of trees providing shade. I ordered the cote est with blueberry creme fraiche pancake: 3/5 Pancakes were quite dense and the title is a bit misleading- I thought this would have the creme fraiche swirl on top :( I cleaned my plate (I was really hungry) but it wasn't too exciting of a dish tbh. I would come back to try something different, maybe another dish and a latte, as I really enjoyed the ambiance of this spot. read more

La Note - Cote Est With Blueberry Creme Fraiche Pancakes and a side of bacon - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

This place served the best French omelette I've ever had in California! The sides were also a highlight. I feel like they roasted an entire garlic bulb to serve with my potatoes, and I loved it. The ambiance was very lively. When we arrived for brunch at 10 am on Sunday, the restaurant was fully packed. Despite that, we only waited about five minutes for a table inside. While waiting, the front desk server showed us the outdoor patio, which was really pretty with heat lamps, umbrella-covered tables, and lots of trees and greenery. Parking: Metered parking is available outside, but it can get crowded and hard to find during peak hours. Downtown Berkeley is mostly metered parking and parking structures. Service: Great service! Even though the restaurant was packed for Sunday brunch, our server checked in often, made sure we had everything we needed, and kept our coffees refilled. Food: I highly recommend the Omelette du Fromage et Jambon (cheese omelette with ham). It was buttery, cheesy, and packed with thin strips of ham. If you love garlic, you will be pleasantly surprised by the roasted garlic pieces that come with the potato sides. It was so good! My friend ordered the Omelette de Pommes de Terre (potato omelette) but preferred the ham omelette since it had more cheese and protein. We also shared a single lemon gingerbread pancake with poached pears, which was unique and unlike any pancakes I have had before. The regular coffee comes with refills. Overall: The restaurant has many awards displayed on their walls, and I think they are well deserved. The lively brunch atmosphere, great service, and delicious French dishes make me want to come back whenever I am in the area. read more

La Note - Omelette du Fromage et Jambon (cheese omelette with ham) & Omelette de Pommes de Terre (potato omelette) - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

Came here with a friend this past Saturday. We arrived a little before noon and put our name on the waitlist. We waited for a total of about 20-30 minutes. We got seated in the outdoor area in the back. The weather was perfect, and the outdoor area was very nice and cute. I ordered the Cote Sud. I was particularly excited to try the homefries. They were okay. I just wished they were crispy and not as soggy. I was afraid the sausages were going to be very spicy but I didn't think they were spicy at all, which I liked. I loved that the butter was light, airy, and fluffy. My friend ordered a Lemon Gingerbread pancake and an Oatmeal Raspberry pancake. She also added on the Coulis De Framboises Et Myrtilles Maison, which is the pureed raspberry and blueberry compote. The pancakes were thick (but not dense) and soft. I couldn't decide which one I liked more; both flavors were yummy. Overall, we had a nice brunch here. Ambiance was perfect, and service was good. read more

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Very long line on the weekend, but the ambience and service were amazing. The Tartine Mistral was fantastic. I also tried Les Oeufs Lucas, but it wasn't quite flavorful enough for me. read more

La Note - Les Oeufs Lucas - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

Came here on a fluke as the place we wanted to go had not reopened but my friend wanted to try it and we were pleasantly surprised. Service was attentive, food was tasty and portions were hearty and there was no wait for a table! My friend ordered hot chocolate, sides of scrambled eggs, bacon and toast while I had the two egg breakfast with chicken apple sausage and sourdough toast and coffee. Thankfully comfort food and satisfying read more

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Meh, food was okay if I'm being honest, definitely was hyped as being a good option (for the Bay) but I have standards that surpass the Bay and land on the excellent brunch spots of LA and San Diego Nothing was amiss as far as experiences goes but the fact there's a wait is mainly cause of the Cal student population imo. It fell short mostly in their food, the food was fine but it didn't really wow the same way LA and SD brunch spots do. Overall the flavor was fine but the pancakes were dry and definitely required the syrup and the pears to help prevent a Sahara desert like exp in the mouth Their home style fries were a notable bright spot but I didn't find it crazy in that you could make it at home with some baking soda while boiling before baking to give a nice crispy texture to the "fries" Would be best to avoid this place unless you're not someone with high expectations of brunch. So far would say it's mostly hype over the years and a staple within the community which is fine just not something that particularly appeals to me. I would consider going back for their home style fries which are basically seasoned cubed potatoes that can be made at home read more

La Note - Lemon Gingerbread Pancakes and Poached Pears with Rosemary-Garlic Homefries on the left - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

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This little french spot has a line for a reason! Brunch is well worth the wait and the ambience of this restaurant is unbeatable. My favorites are the raspberry oat pancakes and any of the egg dishes. Their potatoes are some of the best breakfast potatoes I've had. You can truly taste the quality in each dish here. The outdoor patio is super cute and the staff is very accommodating. La Note is definitely my go-to brunch spot in Berkeley! I would just recommend getting there early and putting your name in. read more

La Note - Oatmeal Raspberry Pancakes, Les Oeufs Lucas, La Ratatouille Borghetti, oatmeal - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

Unfortunately, my recent visit to La Note didn't live up to the fond memories I had of it. Maybe it was the graduation weekend rush, but both the food quality and service felt noticeably off this time around. We ordered two single pancakes to sample both options. I loved the warm spice in the lemon gingerbread pancake, but the texture was off--the bottom was oddly soggy, almost as if it had been sitting on a wet plate. It made for a less-than-pleasant eating experience. The oatmeal raspberry pancake had a nice, tart compote swirl, but the presentation was underwhelming. My boyfriend got the ham omelette, which came with sourdough and roasted potatoes. The potatoes were definitely the highlight--buttery and well-seasoned--while the omelette was solid. I also ordered an iced cappuccino, which ended up tasting more like coffee-flavored milk. The espresso just didn't come through, which I've seen echoed in other reviews. Service was unusually slow--we waited quite a while after ordering--and overall, the experience didn't feel worth the price. Sadly, I'm not sure I'll be back. read more

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Cute little spot that gives total grandma's kitchen table vibes. The food was so good - lots of options on the menu, and the portions are generous. We went on a Saturday around 10:30 AM, and even though it was packed, our party of three got seated right away. Service was great -- super friendly, and our waiter kept checking in on us. The food took a bit to come out, but it was peak hour and they were clearly slammed, so we didn't mind. Perfect post-Hot Pilates brunch! We walked over from class and it hit the spot. Definitely coming back. Bonus points for being right in downtown Berkeley. read more

La Note - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

This is my second time visiting La Note for brunch, and the experience has been wonderful! Both times I have sat on the back patio- it is quiet, cozy, and really a nice spot. The service is great, waiters and waitresses are attentive, pleasant, and helpful. The food is so good: today I had the ham and emmental omlette and it was so flavorful. It comes with toast, and the sourdough was delicious. La Note remains one of my favorite spots for brunch in Berkeley. It is everything you want in a sweet, reliable spot with great ambience and a varied selection of brunch choices. read more

La Note - Cappuccino - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Amazing breakfast on a Saturday morning at Berkeley! It was delicious, the service was phenomenal, and the atmosphere was lovely. I'm excited to visit again and order my same order! read more

La Note - Cote Est Creme Fraiche Pancakes Orange juice - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

Really enjoyed our breakfast at La Note. We ordered Cote Ouest, oatmeal raspberry pancakes, omelette fromage et jambon, hot chocolate, and cappuccino. All really fresh and delicious! We had to wait for about 25 mins but once seated, the food came out pretty quickly. Can't wait to go back! read more

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I've been wanting to try La Note for a while! I'm so glad I did. My family and I stopped by recently in search of some brunch. We ordered French toast, a steak sandwich, a grilled chicken sandwich, and a Niçoise salad. Everything was excellent! The restaurant was busy so the food took a little longer than expected, but the staff were extremely attentive and apologetic about the wait. The food was great! The bread on the sandwiches was soft and tasty, the French toast was delicious, and the salad was packed with great flavors. The restaurant has a large indoor space with lots of seating, as well as a beautiful back patio with more tables. We sat outside, and the weather was so beautiful! It's such a great place to enjoy a meal. read more

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Put simply, La Note was incredible! Maybe the best brunch I've ever had. The food was absolutely incredible. Just whole foods that are cooked beautifully and flavorfully. Our waiter was sweet and helpful. The inside was cute and while busy it had a fun, upbeat atmosphere full of great energy. It also has a nice patio out back. read more

La Note - Cappuccino, creme fraiche pancake, omelette au fromage, cote nord - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

If you have a sweet tooth but you want to have a taste of Paris without traveling then LaNote has to be your next go to brunch spot in Berkeley on a Sunday morning. I had the Brioche Pain Perdu (French Toast) and it was perfect. Typically French toast tend to be dense from over soaking in the batter before toasting or over toasting so it's over cooked and you can taste the egg. But La Note cooked it just right so it maintained its airy fluffiness and I didn't have to use all the syrup they provided me in the serving cup. While I'm not one to complain about restaurants giving too much food, the portions for the French toast was a little too much for me as by the last two slices of French toast I was both maxed out on carbs and sugar for the day. But my sugar coma made the cup of hot black coffee I ordered after my meal the perfect finish to a wonderful brunch! Recommendation: I would like to see more fruits such as blue berries (they do garnish their pancakes with) and strawberries added to the French toast rather than just orange slices. read more

Dishes to Order: Cote Ouest. Pancakes need work. A popular brunch spot with a long line usually out the door. The gist is that their food while tasty and creative is on the more expensive side with brunch plates that offer only sweet or only savory unless you get add-ons. Service can be slow, especially when the restaurant is crowded, so be prepared to wait Their main draw for me was their lemon gingerbread pancakes with poached pears, but for a full stack (3 pancakes), we only received four small poached pear slices that weren't very flavorful and their pancakes were dry, lacking the lemon taste. We also had their Raspberry, Blueberry compote and we don't recommend paying the extra $3.50 for the small amount. However, I will note that the best dishes are their savory plates. The roasted garlic that comes with their home fries tasted phenomenal, and I did appreciate the Emmental cheese that came in the omelettes. Per most restaurants, staff are friendly and came to refill water frequently, but still felt the meal was lacking. read more

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This place gets packed so make a reservation or get here early. I love the coziness of the place. The small touches that make it stand out. I ordered the cinnamon French toast and scrambled eggs. Didn't have to use the syrup for the toast it was perfect. I'm definitely planning to come back for more. read more

La Note - French Toasted Cinnamon Brioche - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

I love La Note it is in my top 2 breakfast spots in Berkeley. It is such a cute place to visit and the food is excellent. The coffees are okay but nothing the food doesn't cover for. I have brought all my friends to try this place. It was also the first spot I brought my boyfriend who visited my from LA too. read more

La Note - French Near Me - Berkeley, California

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La Note is one of my favorite brunch spots. The lemon ginger pancake is fluffy and lightly spiced--so good! I've also had eggs with spicy sausage and the ham & cheese sandwich, all solid picks. The vibe is cozy and charming, but the wait can be brutal--up to an hour even for two people. Worth it if you're not in a rush! read more