This place is my family's go to spot for not scones..., but pancakes. I remember coming here in defeat after finding out La Note's wait was far too long. But ever since then, this spot has become my favorite for breakfast. It's something about their pancakes, because they seem to nail it on the head. Super fluffy inside, but a bit crispy outside, and it tastes the perfect amount of buttery. The blueberry is my favorite if you're leaning toward something less sweet, but my family's favorite is not on the menu, it's the banana pancakes. We usually just ask the waiter and they'll make it, but sometimes they may be out of bananas though! Yes, the scones are delicious, but the pancakes are the star! read more

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Random find since I was in the area and just wanted pancakes. There's also scones? Say less. I ordered a June's omelette with a short stack on the side. Plenty of food for a normal person, still a good amount for an endurance athlete. Pancakes were plump and fluffy, soft and moist too. That was the first thing gone before I touch my omelette. I ended up picking regular sourdough with my breakfast, but there is an option to switch to a scone with your breakfast. Nothing to go to town about on the omelette, it was satisfying in portion and in flavors. It's a very standard item. Overall, this spot was pretty laid back, with friendly servers. Seats feel a bit too cozy for my liking, but the place is screaming mom and pop diner. read more

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We purchased a Sconehenge apple and blueberry galette at Whole Foods a couple of days ago and found it underwhelming. For some unfathomable reason, there was a paper doily under the galette that got damp and stuck to the bottom of the crust, rendering it difficult to eat without getting paper in most bites. The flavors were okay, but the ratio of fruit to crust was quite skimpy. Additionally, despite refrigeration mold began growing on the fruit after one day. Unfortunately, this was probably not an experience we are likely to repeat. read more

To be honest it is very hit or miss here. Sometimes the food is the best and others it's good but not great. The people and the atmosphere are friendly and great. Should you give them a try. I hope it is on a great day instead of a good day. But, good can be good enough in the right company. read more

Very accommodating and warm feeling. This is a perfect place to meet up with a close friend or family member. I was seated immediately and the menu was easy to order off of. The staff were quick and helpful and efficient. I loved the food very classic American diner style. 10/10 will be back. Easy parking too right out front. read more

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French toast was on my mind for no plausible reason. I had come out of the gym and empathized with what Leslie Mann's drunken barfly Nicky yelled to Steve Carell's eponymous character in "The 40-Year-Old Virgin". I felt like repeating her demand to no one in particular, "I want some f$#%ing French toast!!" I had walked by this cafe and thinking they might make a good one here. I bookmarked it mentally, and lucky for me, it turned out I was right. They close at 1:30PM on weekdays, so I had about 45 minutes. It wasn't busy, so I was given a roomy booth. Their menu featured quite a robust list of omelettes and even a waffle made of their house scones, but I was as adamant as Nicky and ordered the $17.20 French Toast made up of two thick slices of Texas toast halved. Reflecting a consistency much like brioche, the toast was dipped liberally in a housemade spiced egg batter. It came with a quartet of piping hot pork sausage links, a nice, meaty contrast to the sweetness of the toast heightened by fresh strawberries and whipped cream (Photo 9). Yes, it hit the spot. Quite a tasty treat. In hindsight, I was thinking they could have cut the French toast into pieces that could be sculpted into a model of Stonehenge on a plate. Hey, there's a popular Paris cafe that shapes its cake servings into the Arc de Triomphe. FOOD - 4 stars...a well executed French toast...Nicky would approve AMBIANCE - 4 stars...pretty spacious especially during the week...just know they close early SERVICE - 4 stars...I think a married couple owns the cafe, the wife was very nice TOTAL - 4 stars...French toast sculpted into Stonehenge...it could happen RELATED - Exploring Berkeley? Here's my collection of places l've patronized and reviewed: https://yelp.to/iUONBpvlW5 read more

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What went well? EVERYTHING! We had to go to Walgreens to get our prescription but we were told to return in sn hour do we went in sesrch of a cafe and discovered SCONEHENGE Bakery & Cafe! We had an outstandingly delicious brunch! I had Huevos Rancheros that was fantastic! My partner had one of their fabulous egg breakfasts with delicious hash browns! And we ordered a few scones to take home! And we can't wait to return! read more

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Picked up an Apple Galette for a party and was so disappointed. The quality has really changed. The crust was dry not buttery and flakey. There were very few apples in the galette, none under the wide fold over of the crust. Galettes have always had lots of fruit out to the edge of the fold. Then the crust is layer over the fruit with some fruit showing in the center area. It was a dry sad boring apple galette. Thankfully the scones are still reliable. read more

Sconehenge Bakery and Café Berkeley review: A vision in my mind. The mid '80s and you've been up all night barhopping/dancing working on your early morning hangover. As pre-dawn approaches you go in search of a spot to tame the wild beast within. Hair starts to appear all over your body and you're ready to Howl at the moon. Bam! Sconehenge appears. A brackish fete', copious portions of tolerable provisions at a premium price. A metaphorical sponge for your evening of debauchery. May I suggest a blueberry pancake as BIG as the plate? Or, a nice tall glass of "freshly squeezed orange juice" prepared earlier in the day? Or maybe a nice grilled cheese sandwich with avocado and french fries on rye bread? No James Beard or Zagat awards posted here. Just all American Diner fare for the culinary nescient. Denny's step-cousin without the grand slam. Lacking in aesthetic but gets to the point and fills up your tummy. A testament to build it and they will come, and come they do, sans their taste buds shattered long ago from too much sodium chloride and "Jack and Coke". In the sea of banality, this is no exception, in fact maybe the benchmark? Grab a bag or two of their scones on the way out (which are sold at many a grocery store) their salient point and for around six bucks a bag this is a good value, I like the ginger. After all, Scone is in their name and we're not in Salisbury Plain. A staff of very professional, hard-working folks ready to serve you. As always, tip generou$ly! read more

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Pancakes are delicious and the food overall was good. The service was good too as they were always attentive. The ambiance was like a typical local cafe with the usuals walking in and the sound of the street just outside. I would definitely come back for the pancakes though! read more

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Come for the diner vibe, stay for the eponymous scones! There are so many vegetarian options that I didn't get to try so I will definitely be coming back. I really enjoyed seeing the different fusions that I haven't seen anywhere else (scone + waffle = ??) I ended up going for the scone breakfast sandwich which was delicious, but honestly the scone was the main event. I could eat so many different scones - and highly appreciate that they come in both savory and sweet flavors! Definitely take some to go on your way out (btw, they freeze well!) Highly recommend the currant scones though we enjoyed lemon ginger as well! read more

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Eaten here many times. The food is almost always consistent and solid. And if that was all they were, I'd only call them a safe and good enough choice. But the real star is their carbs, their very own bakery showing off recipes and flavors that aren't a carbon copy of their competitors. The English muffins elevate their Benedict just by themselves. Their pancakes and waffles are scratch built and stand up well in a crowded space. Their tea scones are soft instead of hard and absolutely worth the price. read more

Second time here and Sconehenge absolutely delivered again. The first time I had one of their pancake breakfast combos and it was literally perfect. This morning I went with the pork chop special with eggs, an English muffin, hash browns and one of their signature raspberry pear scones--everything was delicious. Great food, generous portions, (especially for the very decent prices), and a relaxed vibe that makes you want to come back. Big shoutout to the two guys behind the counter (I'll update this when I learn their names)--they were friendly, welcoming, and made the experience even better. Straight up becoming one of my favorite breakfast spots in Oakland. read more

Today's scone: blueberry pear. Loved the blueberry pear scone and the carrot, zucchini, walnut muffin. Just buy whatever on displayed in their case. Had breakfast: June with apple sausage omelette, spinach and mushroom, hash brown, jack cheese with raspberry tea scone. I guess I was in line to get today's scone and my food got cold. Hate cold food. My eating mate got scone egg sandwich with cheese. The other had blueberry pancake looked good. read more

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This establishment has been a part of Berkeley for quite some time. While they are renowned for their scones, they also serve classic breakfast items like bacon, pancakes, and eggs. However, I found myself puzzled by the difference between the tea scones and regular scones, and our reserved server didn't provide much guidance, leaving me unable to make an informed choice. Unfortunately, the tea scone didn't impress me, and I was too full to try the other one. On the next visit, perhaps. BB read more

Really yummy breakfast. Ordered Junes omelette and a single pancake on the side. My daughter ordered the French toast. Service was awesome. Nice people who run it. Would totally recommend. read more

Like many Bay Area locals, I've long been familiar with Sconehenge's packaged scones as their mainstays in upscale grocers like Whole Foods and a reliable treat for my family over the years. What I didn't know until recently was that the company also operates a small brick-and-mortar café tucked away on the quieter edges of Berkeley. I finally stopped by on a Saturday with friends, and the experience lived up to the quality I expected from their grocery-store goods. To our surprise, there was no wait which is practically unheard of at any brunch spot in the Bay. We quickly ordered and split four scones among us: lemon ginger, mixed berry, blueberry, and apple cinnamon. I've sampled pretty much all of them before, but the mixed berry remains the star. Each scone has a plush, tender crumb and a distinct hexagonal shape, setting them apart from the dry, crumbly varieties you'd find in a regular degular Starbucks. Sconehenge's are soft, subtly sweet, and cakey in the best way. I also tried the scone biscuit sandwich: two eggs and two slices of cheese nestled between a scone, priced just under $12. It's not the most transcendent breakfast sandwich I've ever had, but it was hearty, satisfying, and generously portioned. Sconehenge isn't trying to be trendy or upscale by any means. It's a no-frills café with fluorescent lights and laminated menus, but when you're catching up with friends over good pastries and convo, it's all you need really. read more

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My girlfriend and I were in the mood for some classic style diner food today and I happened to see Sconehenge pop up on the map. I knew of them through their scones which I regularly saw at Berkeley Bowl and was quite surprised to see they have a cafe that does traditional diner style Breakfast and lunch. We stopped by for lunch around 12:30 and the place was bustling. We didn't have to wait long and were able to be seated without 5-10 minutes. Sconehenge itself is relatively cozy with lots of tables for parties of 2-4 people. For our meal we shared a Scone (honey pecan), I got a breakfast burrito with the addition of pork link sausage and my girlfriend got a Simple Mexican Breakfast. Everything we had here was good - the scone was fresh, light, and tasted great. My breakfast burrito was awesome - very filling and just what I was looking for. My girlfriend also enjoyed her breakfast and said the rice and salsa were great. On the note of salsa, I wanna shout out like the house hot salsa which was extremely good. To me it had a tomatoey/ chipotle flavor that was perfect. I put it on almost every bite of my burrito after trying it. Other items on the menu also seemed super intriguing like the scoffle and the scone Benedict - will need to try those next time around though. Service was prompt and friendly, and value wise I would say it's pretty comparable to other diners in the area. All in all, I'd definitely recommend making a stop by here. It is the perfect spot for a solid breakfast with good food and great portions. Will be back here again and will be bringing extra scones for home next time read more

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We were surprised Stonehenge was even open today! Yes, it was a bit busy because there was only 1 person clearing tables, taking orders and serving at the time before reinforcements arrived. We are grateful and thank you! If you see a disgruntled review from a chick that says "she was treated differently" who loudly said "you just don't like me!" is so full of crap and was probably projecting. Our table and the table next to her saw her whole temper tantrum go down. She acted like an impatient toddler and was very rude to the manager and server. Anyways, the quality of the food, the manager, everyone working was awesome and doing their best on this busy holiday and it should be acknowledged. Expect a bit of a wait and be patient during the holidays, don't be a prick and leave your problems at the door. read more

Stonehenge Bakery & Cafe is a Berkeley must. Cute diner like setting with consistent and well made delicious food. Staff here is fast friendly and fabulous. Great folks here and I have seen some of the same faces here for years! They are known for their pastries as you will find them in select grocery stores in the east bay. Specifically Berkeley Bowl. The thing I appreciate is that while so many food establishments are minimizing portions and exaggerating prices these days. You don't feel gouged when you leave. Stand up biz read more

Cute & very popular brunch spot that blends Mexican & American breakfast foods but nothing to write home about. Service was very busy but sweet. Attentive, filled waters, and accommodating for our large group of diners by putting together tables and chairs for us. About a 15-20 minute wait. June's Omelette ($16) - Omelette with chicken sausage, spinach, and mushrooms. For some reason mine was missing cheese, which the chef came over to inform me about but did not offer to give me any cheese or replace the meal, which I thought was odd. The cheese must carry the dish because I found it a bit unimpressive and bland. Hashbrowns were alright, if underseasoned. The scone was good, crumbly and already buttery on its own. Overall a little disappointed because I'd heard really great things but it was a pretty standard breakfast. read more

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They are such a lovely neighborhood staple. I went close to 10 on Sunday with my brother and we were seated in 10 minutes even with a lot of people there. The food was amazing as always. The scones are soft and it's fun to see them incorporated into unique dishes like Scones Benedict. I had the French toast and loved the spiced batter they use. Perfect place for a casual hearty breakfast! read more

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Good food. I had french toast and bacon. It also came with strawberries and whipped cream. Pleasant staff. I'm looking forward to eating here again. read more

I wish I could give this place a better review, but I left feeling incredibly disappointed. I have been wanting to try Sconehenge for a minute. It has a great location and is in close proximity to a lot of other spots I enjoy. Walking in on a Saturday morning, the restaurant is busy. A small restaurant interior filled with tables and booths flooding with people! The crowd got us excited because surely it had to be great. My friend and I asked for a table for 2 and we were just told to sit wherever. Ok, not too friendly but we get it, it's busy! We sit, make our choices, and wait to be assisted. Also took a while, but no hard feelings. Both of us ordered a Scuffle, their waffle made with scone batter. I opted for a mixed berry version, which was an additional charge. It took about 25 minutes to come out to us. And seeing it, we were disappointed. A small waffle maybe 1.5 times the size of an egg waffle comes out. Not wanting to judge a book by its cover, we dig in and it was just not good. It was doughy, like a cake missing a leavening agent. It was not flavorful, and the mixed berries did no saving. It was so doughy yet dry, it was just weird. I love scone so much, Americans style and traditional European ones. I grew up eating them. Seeing a new twist got me excited and I left disappointed and still hungry. We talked about wanting to get other items on their menu, but with this lackluster experience we didn't want to risk it. This place is more pricey and I don't want to waste money and be disappointed. Unfortunate experience and would not return sadly :( read more

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The good: Service was wonderful. Really attentive staff and we felt cared for even though the place was busy. Portions are generous! My brother in law loved his pancakes. The bad: Food lacked flavor! Was definitely undersalted. I got a breakfast burrito with eggs, jack cheese, and Anaheim chiles. There were plenty of chiles but it still didn't taste like anything. My husband got a beautiful Denver omelet with hashbrowns but he said it was bland. The unknown: We did not try the famous scones. Maybe if we had ordered a dish with scones we would have had better luck. I would go back and try a sweet breakfast dish. read more

This was a quaint little restaurant with friendly staff that greeted & helped us. They had lots of baked goods, coffee options & specials. I tried the sc'affle - the scone waffle that came with strawberries & cream. It was a little on the dry side, but the strawberries added freshness to it. My husband got the tamales & they were terrific. I'd definitely come back to try something else on the menu for breakfast or brunch! read more

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My family and I decided to try Sconehenge because it came highly recommended. I was glad to see how short of a walk it was, because I can really see this becoming a staple in my routine. It is close to the Ashby BART station, and there is street parking available. We got to the restaurant about 45 minutes after it opened, which was a great time. While we were eating, the restaurant started to fill up, so we definitely had luck on our side! We ordered several egg-based omelettes and two scones. The omelettes were excellent. I tried the salmon omelette, which was well-salted and perfectly cooked. But the scones? Magical. I loved them so much that I'm planning on returning tomorrow for some scones! Seriously, everyone should try this place! read more

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The scones here are SO good! I've tried both their blueberry and raspberry ones. So soft and buttery, with the perfect ratio of flour, butter, and dried fruit. Just moist enough, not dry at all, very delicious on its own (no extra butter needed). Probably the best I've had in recent years. And of course, the name of the bakery / cafe is called Sconehenge. 5 stars!!! I haven't tried their other menu items but hope to someday, if I am back in the Berkeley area. ** Please note: I actually discovered these while I was at Whole Foods :) Then so happy to hear they have an actual bakery /cafe too! read more

Delicious scones and they are freshly baked too in all sorts of different flavors . We came were my family and had breakfast and this was a delightful place to start the day ! Omelette was yummy and ambiance was lovely . It's definitely a local gem ! Our server was really friendly too ! Highly recommend read more

Came here with my boyfriend for brunch, I ordered one of the Mexican breakfast with green onions and vanilla latte (didn't know it was double shot until we got the receipt at the end). My bf ordered a burrito with hashbrown and Spanish rice, we did not know it was double sized until we received the receipt... we wish the server could've asked us to double check, we ended up paying more than the original price for the food...... don't know if we will go back again. read more

Such a cute little diner that I can't believe I haven't tried before. You can order directly from the counter for takeout which is what I did (but will probably need to come back to try some of their other dishes). Ended up getting a latte, mixed berry scone, and a carrot zucchini muffin. The latte was okay. Maybe a little on the burnt side, but for the cost and size I'll take it. The muffin was amazing. Perfect crunchy crust and soft moist muffin and it didn't have too strong of a "carrot" taste. The scone was a bit of a letdown. It was more of the consistency of cake than a scone, but maybe one of the other flavors are better. I also didn't heat it up so maybe that was the problem. Overall, the cost of everything was very reasonable, especially for the bay area. Not going to jump back here immediately but if I find myself in the area and want a muffin I would highly consider it. read more

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The service was good, the scones were great, and the ambience was pretty good-- more diner than bakery or cafe though. The sausage side was oddly expensive which is my only complaint. The omelet I ordered was perfectly fine, but I would return for the scones and scone-waffle specifically. read more

I went on a Saturday afternoon for brunch and it was a little busy but you can sit down anywhere when you walk in. I ordered a latte, blueberry pancakes and the eggs benedict. The latte was average and wasn't very hot which was disappointing. The blueberry pancakes were very good and fluffy and every bite had blueberries in it which was great. The eggs benedict was smothered in sauce which I personally didn't love. I also didn't love the Canadian bacon on it I think it would've been better with regular bacon. The hashbrowns it came with were good but I would've preferred them to be salted more and crispier. I would've come back again for the pancakes and the quick service! read more

I have primarily come to Sconehenge for the Mexican breakfast. Overall it is a good experience, decent food, affordable, and fast. The service is friendly. The interior is a bit outdated with booths and bulky tables, but in a cute way. Their scones are great and not too sweet, but I got the impression the scones are not made in-house anymore. read more

Everything about Sconehenge is perfect. Just go. My favorite is the artichoke scramble and blueberry pancakes. And bring home some tea scones - a few minutes in the toaster oven and they're incredible read more

Sconehenge Bakery & Cafe - Blueberry Short buttermilk pancakes, blueberry tea scone - Bakeries Near Me - Berkeley, California

I've been here a couple times with my bf now and it's always a solid breakfast joint with a cozy/laid back kind of atmosphere. Service is usually prompt but sometimes there is an influx of customers so you'll have to flag the waiter down but not a big deal as they are always pleasant. read more

Overall, good restaurant w/ a friendly staff. I would come back. I especially liked the mixed berry scone because it wasn't that sweet. Keep in mind, they would like for patrons to dine in for 1hr. read more

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Service was prompt, knowledgeable and helpful. We stopped for late breakfast and thoroughly enjoyed our meal, one vegetarian, two carnivores. The tea scones were fragrant. I'm gluten sensitive, my guests enjoyed theirs and mine. Each of us had an omelette, lots to choose from. I will return soon with some local friends. They close early, take note. read more

What happened to your apple Galette pie ? has gotten smaller- less apples- less crust.. it's a disappointment.. I had to drive to Dublin Wholefoods just to find this pie . Price is still on the high side.. read more

Sconehenge Bakery & Cafe - What happened to your apple galette pie? It has gotten smaller. Less apples, less pie crust and the price is still on the high side. - Bakeries Near Me - Berkeley, California

Stopped in on my way to the gym to get a breakfast burrito for my friend who works there. The burritos are bomb. While waiting, a very lovely server asked if I wanted anything else. Water, of course! How thoughtful! Happy to see the store is open and with dine-in service too! read more