The Montclair Egg Shop is one of those places that has become a family tradition for us. This is usually where my siblings and I take our mom for her birthday or Mother's Day because it's one of her favorite breakfast spots. The restaurant has such a cozy, homey feeling that makes it perfect for a relaxed family breakfast. The food is always good, the atmosphere is welcoming, and it just feels like one of those neighborhood places that has been part of the community forever. One of my favorite things is coming when the farmers market is outside. After breakfast, we can walk around Montclair, browse the market, and make a whole morning out of it. Some restaurants you love because of the food, and some become special because of the memories attached to them. For my family, the Montclair Egg Shop is definitely both. read more

We went to Montclair Egg Shop for breakfast today. Service was good and everyone was friendly. I felt warm and cosy. My husband and I had the crab cake Benedict. I moved here 12 years ago from Maryland where they have baseball style lump crab cakes, so I have a prejudice. I rarely order crab. I really wanted it and it was quite satisfying. The crab cakes were adequate in a complete bite. Alone, some seasoning was off and cake was mostly filler. The eggs were cooked perfectly and the Hollandaise sauce was exactly what I wanted. All of this negative introduction does not make this a bad choice. In fact, everything was hot and delicious. My daughter had the huevos rancheros. She loved it. A very large portion. Also, I want to note that I made a request for crispier potatoes. I watched the chef work to do just that. Extremely accommodating. I would definitely return to try the corned beef hash! read more

What a pleasant surprise! I've seen this place for years and never tried it, I just didn't want to be disappointed again by another place that serves mediocre breakfast. However!!! Their food is freaking fantastic. I ordered the corn beef and hash which came with two toasted eggs and a side of sourdough toast. Their coffee is also top-notch and I'm crazy picky about coffee. I could only eat half of my meal, but I was happy to take the rest home for breakfast tomorrow. Staff was super nice and friendly. I got seated right away although it did get busy and there was a line right after I got there on a Friday around 10:30 AM. Can't wait to come back and try their other items. Great great job. read more

Very cute location, there's a parking garage around the corner so that is incredibly convenient . There's not of places to walk to nearby as well. The restaurant itself is so well decorated and even has a fireplace. It's only downstairs the upstairs seems to be all storage. The outside was also set up cutely but it was pretty windy. The staff was all super lovely, even though it was crazy busy and there were a bunch of people waiting that staff was amazing and got us in and out of there in no time. The food even came super quick. The food itself was a bit of a let down but I'm not giving up! I got the chilaquiles with scrambled eggs. The chilaquiles themselves were pretty soggy and not much flavor. There was a light tomato flavor but not enough to make it amazing. They did have a lot of extra condiments which I appreciated but cholula could only save them so much. Even the eggs they were pretty tasteless I had to load them up with pepper. That being said they were very soft and moist. read more

Montclair Egg Shop - Chilaquiles w/ scrambled eggs. Meh generous 3/5 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

A local breakfast location with very nice decore, ample seating, attentive service and fast order to table. I suggest making a reservation rather than do the San Fran-wait outdoors. This place runs like a well oiled machine. From the time we came in and sat down I noticed 6 tables clear. We didn't spend any more then 40 min at the place. The food was unseasoned and cooked well, crunchy bacon and lightly toasted bread. Based purely on price I rate a 3.4 wears there was nothing that stood out and apart feom other places like this. I suggest going if you are in the area and want breakfast. read more

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Greta brunch spot for families. Menu skews Mexican. You can order your eggs many ways. Food tasted great. You would think the wait is long bc the place was packed on a weekend but we didn't have to wait at all. The service is lightning fast which is probably why. read more

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Lovely ambiance and nicely decorated and clean. Servers were very nice and we attended with a 2 yo, everyone was very nice and baby got a coloring egg page and crayons. We wanted a sweet coffee and they offered to add brown sugar to our latte and it was yummy. Chilaquiles weren't as flavorful as we expected. Eggs Benedict bread and crab cake were on the sweeter side so not a favorite for me but the potatoes were very yummy. Would definitely go back but order a different Benedict. Line was good for a sat morning. Fair wait. Lots of families too. read more

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Came here on a whim with my bestie who lives in Oakland. We actually walked here from her house. The restaurant was in a cozy shopping area of Montclair. Lots of busy patriots all in the area, shopping and lining up to be seating for their fave restaurant. There is only all street parking so good luck. We waited about 30 plus min. It's easier and faster wait with only two people. The restaurant itself is small and not many large tables for groups. We both ordered their crab Benedict. It was pretty good. Decent price. Didn't get to try other things but wouldn't mind coming back to try other dishes. This is only open for brunch hours only. Service was very friendly and attentive. I really enjoyed the atmosphere here. I won't mind coming back if in the area. [91R,2015] read more

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Super cute spot! My gf and I came for lunch and I had the crab Benedict and she had the spinach crepe. We were both happy with our choices. The potatoes were FIRE. I could have eaten like 3 more servings of those lol but I'm glad I didn't. Definitely recommend if you're in the area! read more

The best of the best. Great lattes, amazing homemade marmalade, and glorious large waffles. Service is always top tier and quick. Such a fun breakfast spot with a family friendly feel. read more

I love coming to the egg shop, it's always busy I definitely recommend joining the waitlist ahead of time it's busy for a reason. The staff is very friendly and attentive, coffee is strong and amazing. Food is delicious I come here at least once or twice a month. The ambiance sits well with a homey vibe. read more

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We came in on a fairly busy Saturday afternoon. Usually when we show up earlier there's a line, so this time we tried coming a bit later. Good news: no wait. Bad news: we were seated at a table right next to the bathroom. Unfortunately, there's only one unisex restroom, and the steady line of people waiting kind of took away from the vibe. Honestly, that's the only thing keeping this from being a five-star experience. That said, our waitress was absolutely fantastic. Super attentive and kept my iced tea topped off the entire meal without me having to ask. My friend ordered the Juneau Eggs Benedict and loved it, and my omelette was just as delicious. The menu offers a solid variety and everything is reasonably priced. The interior is surprisingly spacious, clean, and feels a bit more upscale than your typical breakfast spot, which was a nice surprise. We're big fans of Montclair Village and all the dining options it offers, but somehow we always find ourselves coming back here. It's become our go-to for a reason. read more

Montclair Egg Shop - Build your own Omelette: four items - Pesto, cheddar, apple chicken sausage and ham. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

Well done good and fast service prompt attention, no parking no pancakes on weekends too bad

Iconic breakfast institution in Montclair Village in Oakland featuring hearty plates of traditional food. Eggs and bacon, omelettes, pancakes, waffles, corned beef hash, potato pancakes, salmon scramble and many more (big menu!). They also have a nice line of Mexican favorites like Chorizo sausage scramble (very good), Chilaquiles (very good), breakfast tacos, and, of course, Huevos Rancheros (they have a nice Ranchera sauce). They even have 5 variations on brunch Benedicts (eggs Benedict variations). The service is very good and the dishes arrive pretty quickly. Be forewarned that on the weekends this place is crowded and my only minor complaint is that the waiting area is tiny, so you often have to wait outside in the cold (sometimes for a long time, depending on how badly you want to get in). I recommend this place for a very nice, hearty tasty breakfast or brunch! read more

Montclair Egg Shop - Sign in please - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

I've eaten at Montclair Egg Shop many many times and the food and service are consistently GREAT!!!

Yesterday was one of those days that cooking didn't seem like a good idea. We stumbled into this place while browsing through Yelp, and apparently you can add yourself to the waitlist from the app! So by the time we arrived we didn't have to wait too long. If you do that I recommend you look at the menu before you are seated it makes an efficient experience. So I had the huevos rancheros, those were good, my Mrs had the scrambled eggs with potatoes those were also cool. She did say that one bread slice in halves wasn't enough bread, I say that for the price point I don't mind, the tab total was a good number. Place is decorated with trains and poems, a bit retro as well. I definitely recommend 5/5 read more

Montclair Egg Shop - Huevos rancheros, scrambled eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

This place is always packed, I suggest you put your name on the waitlist before you leave the house to time it just right. Parking can be difficult as well. I've been here multiple times as I like the food and the ambiance. They do seem to have a limited menu but then again with a name like "egg shop" I believe they are within the niche. Service is always friendly. It feels a little pricey (not overly), but maybe I'm just aging myself...I always remembered that going out for breakfast was always the most affordable option for a family but now it's on par with all of the other dining experiences. **I swear I always think I took a food photo but apparently not** read more

Overall rating: Meh Food: Just okay. First, don't expect a hearty plate of food. My husband and I both agreed it looked like they were rationing portions. My eggs Benedict was a sad little plate with very little hollandaise, the smallest, flattest english muffins that I've ever seen! And my side of potatoes were not only bland, but I could count on one hand, how many they gave me. My husband joked that it looked like we ordered from the kid's menu. We did order an extra plate of french toast (because they don't serve pancakes on the weekends...what the heck?) The french toast tasted good and came with 3 slices. We also ordered 2 coffees which were great. Hot, strong and refilled often! Nice touch. Service was good. Warm, friendly, attentive and lots of smiling faces. Ambiance: not bad. Place was very busy, very loud but staff was working hard to keep everything moving smoothly. They did a good job. My biggest complaints: *Food portions (not enough food for what you pay.) *Flavor of food: could be better. I have a feeling the flavor of the food suffered because the restaurant was "that" busy. *No pancakes available on the weekends. You are a breakfast/brunch establishment. How can you offer waffles and french toast BUT NO PANCAKES? Weird. I had high hopes for my visit to this place. Unfortunately, I was underwhelmed. Will I return: probably not. read more

Service was mid, portions did not match the price. This is an okay with average food. Nothing special and definitely not worth the price. Server never refilled our drinks or even came by to check in to see if our food was ok. read more

Arrived at 9:15 Sunday morning and there were three parties ahead of us on the waitlist. We were seated within 5 mins. It has been a while since we have been back. The place is still bustling with great energy and service is still friendly. Food: gentle reminder that they don't salt their foods anticipating various needs. So remember to salt/pepper to taste as not to be surprised by the food's blandness. Best dish is their challah French toast. It's so good that my 12 yo stops talking just to chow down. Their pancakes are yummy. But they don't serve it on weekends due to lack of griddle space. read more

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I've been to this place twice and always got the pesto crepe. The first time, the filling was a bit more generous. The taste was okay, but it wasn't exactly mind-blowing. I went back with some friends a few weeks ago, and the filling was about 15% less than the last time I had it, which was around 2-3 months ago. Overall, I'd give it a 6/10, especially since you have to wait a bit during brunch hours on the weekends. read more

Montclair Egg Shop - Pesto crepe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

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4 stars! The wait to get a table was on the longer side, but once we were seated everything moved quickly. Service was friendly and efficient, and the food came out fast. Portion sizes were solid for the price, and everything tasted fresh. I really liked that they serve Peet's coffee and even have it iced -- such a nice upgrade from typical diner coffee. Overall, a good breakfast spot if you don't mind a bit of a wait! read more

Montclair Egg Shop - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

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First of all, delicious. The service was quick and friendly as usual. Everything we order was yummy and exactly what we wanted.

Came by on a Sunday afternoon and found street parking right in front. There's a kiosk at the host stand to sign up for the waitlist, but the employee seated me immediately at a cozy little table right next to the fireplace, cuz I didn't have a group with me to require waiting. I admired the restaurant interior with simple decor and exposed brick walls. Ordered the "create your own" scramble (mushroom, green onion, pork sausage, cheddar), with grilled tomato and toast. It was a small dish, the egg scramble light on the toppings, and a single tiny slice of sourdough. But everything was tasty, especially the grilled tomato that came on the side. They forgot my diet soda, and I finished my meal before I could ask for it a second time. But it was fine, I got it taken off the bill. Staff was friendly, though not apologetic about forgetting my drink. read more

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Yuuummmyyy! Worth the wait, amazing egg Benedict's! And service, quality highly recommend

Had a table for three and we found there was wonderful service, food was amazing, and it was a very lovely space.

Long wait but the yelp check-in feature is handy for cutting that down - we reserve a table on our way there. Kid-friendly menu and the service was ok. They are busy on the weekend mornings. Prices are ok. Food is ok. Portions are a little small and the home style potatoes are a little undercooked (sliced potato circles - not crispy but a little raw). Parking was a little difficult. This place was convenient to a ballet recital and glad we got to check it out. read more

My partner and I visited and had amazing breakfast! We had the salmon scramble and eggs Benedict Florentine. Both dishes were delicious and so were the mimosas. The wait staff was attentive and welcoming and we can't wait to come back ! :) read more

Had this on my breakfast foodie review list! Was so excited to try and review this place. I'll say my salmon scramble was delicious even though the portions were small. The coffee was hot. Sadly as me and a friend sat finishing our breakfast and sipping on our coffee, the cashier lady approached our table and told us that there are other people waiting for tables. That was the first that has ever happened to me in California. She wanted us to hurry up to give up our table. Shameful! I did not get upset because I do not like to make a fuss in front of everyone so I waited until we finished and went to pay and shared that I was deeply disappointed in her rushing us out. She apologized and tried to clean it up not to be honest, any mention of us leaving while we were still sitting there enjoying our breakfast is out of line. Probably won't go back. read more

I gave it 4 instead of 5 because they don't honor first come first serve. I waited with my daughter for almost an hour after the wait list said 25 minutes. When I asked them what the issue was they said they seat the bigger parties first. read more

In every town anywhere in the world you have a restaurant that's a staple to the community, that delivers meals that you keep coming back for week after week... well, in Montclair it'd have to be the Montclair Egg Shop. Breakfast here is a specialty and every dish reflects that, along with the weekend lines to get in. This casual joint takes you back to the 80's with its square tiled tables, the same as it was when I was a kid. Service is friendly and quick and the food comes out hot... coffee is always refilled and you can have a quick breakfast or a long brunch without feeling any pressure from the staff. Food wise, I love the chorizo scramble! Add some hot sauce and you've got yourself a fulfilling meal. The waffles are amazing and the breakfast tacos were a hit with the kids! If you want to know more about a community, find out which restaurants are its staples and wait in line to experience why people queue up for a place like this! read more

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Potatoes were inedible. Ever tasted potatoes that taste like a dirty dishwasher but simultaneously flavorless? Now I have! Egg shop in the name but can't make eggs right. So overcooked and chewy. Please don't come unless serious improvement is made. read more

Great as always great food and great service. Busy as always but automated check in helps

I was visiting from out of state and came here for a family meal, but it was a disaster from start to finish. The service was poor right away. My coffee was served with an empty creamer, and by the time the waitress returned with more, the coffee was already cold. We had ordered a potato pancake meal, an order of French toast, and a side of bacon. We were sharing the potato pancake meal from the main plate, and we had pulled the French toast and bacon from their plates to put them on that main plate as well. About a third of the way through, I noticed a hair on that main plate. When I told the waitress, her response was baffling. She said she could take the potato pancake off since it was "mostly consumed," but she seemed confused when I asked about the rest of the food on the plate. She actually asked if I was going to eat the rest. I told her I had no interest in eating a meal that was on a plate with hair, and she just offered to make another potato pancake, which was ridiculous. I eventually asked for a manager, Elizabeth, who spent the time explaining how she "comped" the bill instead of apologizing for the hygiene issue. They really expected us to keep eating food off a plate with hair on it and still charged us for half of the French toast. We also ordered a club sandwich for my great niece, and she told us after we left that the crust was so hard it was like eating croutons. The management was rude and they were not concerned at all with us returning. Between the hair in the food, the cold coffee, and the lack of professional service, I would strongly recommend skipping this cafe. read more

We've been coming here for years. And theirs is the only place that we come to for breakfast. The service is great! The staff is super friendly. And they serve you food fast and hot! It's a nice homey feel to the restaurant. You can see the staff making your food which gives you an added comfort. I love this place! And will continue to come here for years to come! read more

Montclair Egg Shop - This is the salsa de Montclair. Simple yet so good!!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

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Truly the best French toast I've probably ever had! Crispy yet soft. The chorizo scramble was also really good. Cute environment in a cottage that matches all of Montclair. Love the ease of joining an online waitlist so you know the wait time. Friendly staff and quick with getting the food out. Will be coming back!! read more

Montclair Egg Shop - Challah bread French toast and chorizo egg scramble - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Oakland, California

Mediocre greasy spoon diner breakfast. Price is not in line with portion size or quality. It's Waffle House trying to be a brunch spot, except the service is better at Waffle House. read more

I love Egg Shop. Such great ambiance, everyone here is so nice. I also love the food, it all hits. The breakfast is consistent read more

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OMG So glad I listened to my fellow Yelpers and tried this spot. I brought my team for breakfast and it was perfect. We were a party of 8 and it was just the place! Parking wasn't bad, they seated us right away and let's not forget how freakin adorable the inside is! I loved everything about the ambiance and I'll definitely be going back! The staff were all really great and I love an open kitchen. There were several food option for the diversity of the group I was with and everyone loved their food. I wish I could five 5 stars, but one of my staff has read reviews about finding hair in their food and that moment of dread happened. She was almost done with her meal, but it definitely ruined her appetite. We all felt bad but she didn't send it back because evening up to that point was so great. We looked back at the cooks and think it had to be beard hairs, but they should do something about this since it's written all throughout the review. read more

The Egg Shop has been a staple in Montclair for years. I was back in town and had breakfast...stopping into an old haunt. Today I enjoyed the potato pancakes with eggs and it was delightful! The potatoes were cheesy with a bit of onion as well as crunchy on the top. So good! Friendly service and I was there right when it opened so it was relatively quiet today. read more