We recently dined at Sky Kitchen for brunch this past week, and it's definitely a unique experience. What makes it unique? It's located on an airfield where smaller planes takeoff and land, where you can enjoy classic diner fare. We got a table on the outside, and we sat, ate, and watched planes. It's kinda loud when the are on the runway but I think it just adds to the experience. Since I'm not the biggest breakfast person, I opted to go with the caprese pesto chicken sandwich with a side of their potato salad. The sandwich itself was ok, I think it definitely need more seasoning and the mozzarella cheese could've been melted more but it did what it needed to do. If you like egg heavy potato salad (which I do) then you'll probably enjoy their homemade potato salad. I also tried their tuna melt, which was simple and tasty. The menu offers classic American diner fare from egg breakfast plates, hash browns, country potatoes, and a slew of sandwiches and salad options. While I found the food to be just ok, the service and ambiance makes this a nice spot to get away from it all just off the 101 freeway. Plenty of parking too which is a plus. read more

Sky Kitchen - Caprese Pesto Chicken - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Carlos, California

Located by the local San Carlos airport sky kitchen is a nice place to grab breakfast and see the planes taking off and landing. The restaurant is in one medium/large sized room with bar seating, an island and small tables on the sides. I was really feeling some biscuits and gravy and this place hit the spot! The country breakfast was the way to go. It is two biscuits with nice gravy accompanied by two pork sauces (or bacon), two eggs (any style), hash browns (or country potatoes). The meal is very reasonably priced and the staff are pretty friendly giving it classic brunch vibes. read more

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Came here for a quick brunch before a flight from SQL. This place has old school diner vibes and actually gets quite busy. We sat at the counter and placed our order right away. It did take a while for our food to come out, but the wait was mostly worth it. I ordered the chicken caprese sandwich with fries. The whole sandwich was great, and the fresh mozzarella, bread, and pesto really worked well on the chicken. The fries were also good. After eating, it also took a while to pay (we had to wait for our specific waiter to be available at the register) which was kinda annoying but ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ read more

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So I haven't been here in years , and I probably won't be back . Food was good and it came out fast . But our waitress was really rude. We moved tables because my 3 year old grandson wanted to sit outside! She was visibly annoyed about it. We made a change on our order and again her face told the whole story. We told her thank you on multiple times and she ignored us. We were not being difficult, moved tables before we ordered and that definitely set the tone for the rest of our experience. read more

Flew in to San Carlos airport (KSQL) for some '$100 hamburger' in a form of breakfast from Sky Kitchen. GA pilots: transient parking is right in front of the diner which was very convenient. Sky Kitchen small'ish dining area has the same charm like the rest of other restaurants by an airport which was aviation themed. I must say though, that Sky Kitchen has the best views of airplanes of any in-airport diner I have frown into. Son ordered some Eggs and Bacon breakfast, daughter ordered their hamburger with seasoned curly fries, and I had my usual Chicken Fried Steak. Bacon & Eggs: 3/5. Can mess up what's already great. Burger and Curly Fries: 4/5. Substantial patty and a very proper, delicious curly fries Chicken Fried Steak: 3/5. Good. Nice amount of gravy which is okay as well. All of our eggs were cooked on point (sunny side) which is important for breakfast. Overall, we had a good fly-in breakfast here at Sky Kitchen. read more

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After not being noticed by the staff we thought we were to seat ourselves. At that time a server walked over and was very rude in telling us that the table needed to be wiped down before we could sit down. The food was so-so. Breakfast might be better. read more

Visited here today 3/9 My daughter and her friends planned out a date for this place. It has a great view for outdoor pictures. Food is good . Pancakes are good . Quesadilla was good, Hash browns aren't seasoned , ladies said it wasn't very flavorful, kind of plain. Service is fine. They get very busy so I imagine it makes it hard to be attentive of tables that need extra sides like mayo , napkins, while at the bar a few customers got up to ask for those type of sides. And servers are on the move the whole time. Food alone is 4/10 Location 10/10 They do have paper signs that inform you due to egg shortage they add 1$ to any egg plate, understandable, but first time seeing this at a restaurant. read more

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I had high hopes for this place. At first, everything seemed promising, but unfortunately, my experience quickly went downhill. The pork sausage was to spoiled way past it expiration date or was not refrigerated properly. The cheddar cheese on the eggs had to be cut off, and the eggs themselves were somehow both dry and completely lacking in flavor. I'm genuinely hoping I don't get sick after this meal. I brought my concerns to the person who took my order, but they didn't seem concerned, which was even more disappointing. Looking back, I also noticed the coffee pot appeared quite nasty, which only added to my concerns about the overall cleanliness. Based on my experience, if anyone becomes ill after eating here, I would encourage them to seek medical attention and report their concerns to the appropriate local health department. I sincerely hope the restaurant addresses these issues so future customers have a much better experience. read more

Sky Kitchen - Breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Carlos, California

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Grat casual place to dine for breakfast. Food was hot and tasty. One of the best biscuits and gravy dishes in the bay area. read more

Sky Kitchen - Biscuits and gravy! Yumm - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Carlos, California

Was looking for somewhere to brunch, wanted a place to be unique and I came across this spot on Yelp and decided to check it out. It is located right by San Carlo's private charters airport and I thought that was pretty cool. It has plenty of parking and it is very easy to get to and from. The place is neat, clean and highly organized and well maintained. I was greeted warmly by the staff upon entry and was seated immediately. the restaurant itself isn't very big but it could accommodate I think at least 50. It has a pleasant atmosphere, with the view of the airplanes are amazing. You can watch them private charter flights take off and land. My server was really sweet and friendly and as I was offered the menu she was already serving me coffee of my choice. The menu has classic diner menu and I elected for the huevos rancheros with chorizo, I didn't wait long to be serve and when it came it was fresh and smelled good. The plate and serving is huge which is big enough for sharing I thought. It tasted just the way I like it. Overall I enjoyed and will definitely return. read more

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Some of the worst service I've ever experienced. Disorganized kitchen staff and servers who seem at once apathetic, disorganized and uncommunicative. Several tables got their food before us and the server simply said "it'll come when it comes..." no coffee refills without me asking. The decent food and the ability to see airplanes don't excuse the terrible service. The huevos rancheros just looked like a can of black beans dumped onto a tortilla. Pancakes were fine but overall, the food doesn't remotely justify the experience. read more

I had no idea this place was even here so when our family pulled up for breakfast it was a nice sight to see. We walked in and there and waited for some direction as the waiters moved around the area completing orders. Finally a woman told us to write our name and how many people. We decided to take a seat in the other seating area while we waited and checked out the aircraft's coming and going. My youngest is very much into aircrafts so breakfast and a show was a plus. It was pretty busy so we waited a bit. Once our name was called up we sat down. The tables are incredible close to each other as they try to use every space of the tiny dinning room area. We were greeted by Samuel got our menus and our coffees. I ordered a pancake combo that came with eggs and bacon. My kiddo ordered a pancake, egg, and sausage. Our food came out after a bit and the eggs and bacon were delicious. The pancake was large but a very chewy consistency. I wasn't a fan of the pancake. The flavor and consistency just wasn't there for me. Coffee was good too. My kiddo was also a fan of the eggs. Pancake was in the shape of Mickey Mouse which was cute. Kiddo enjoyed watching the small planes take off as he ate breakfast. You are able to sit outside to see them but it was too cold that morning to be outside. It's a small diner with tables close together and staff that is busily working around the area to take orders and bring out food. The woman who told us to write our names was not incredibly welcoming but Samuel made up for that throughout our entire meal. His service was great and attentive. Once we were all done and needed to clean up we walked over to the restroom by the waiting area. Clean space and able to wash up. We walked outside to enjoy viewing the planes up a little closer and get that sky view. It was really neat and my kiddo was a fan! read more

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I had no idea this place existed until a friend suggested it for lunch. For a small joint it has a surprisingly robust menu. Cajun chicken: 4/5. Because this was listed in the burger part of the menu I expected this to arrive on a hamburger bun. Instead it was included in a grilled cheese sandwich. The flavor of the meat was quite good as was the over all experience. I would definitely have this again. The people working here were very nice. read more

We really liked our overall experience here. We decided to stop by before doing a walking trail in RWC shores. We came around 1:15PM which is close to closing on a Saturday but also a few people come after us, so it's still an ok time to drop by for food. It's a pretty small restaurant located in a building where the San Carlos airplanes are. We loved seeing the airplanes taking off every few minutes and the airplanes coming in to land. Tuna melt: 4.5/5 Denver omelette: 4.5/5 Hash browns: 4.5/5 Toast: 4/5 We will be coming back again for sure. It was a great place to chill, enjoy food, enjoy good company and airplane watch as we sat at a window seat. Service was decent. read more

Sky Kitchen - 7. Denver Omelette - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Carlos, California

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Friendly staff, great views of the airport + plane takeoff. Perfect place to spend a sunny morning with the kids. There's an outdoor patio with room to roam/run. Food is decent, and the coffee is classic-diner-delicious. read more

This is a great stop right off the freeway if you're driving from San Francisco to San Jose or San Jose to San Francisco. Not a lot of people know about this place and it truly is a hidden gem. The Bacon is delicious and crispy here and coleslaw is pretty good as well. If you love airplanes, this restaurant has a great view of this small airport. I'd recommend bringing guests from out of town here since it's something different. I always love breakfast foods and I love supporting local! Highly recommend. I came at 2pm so will need to come back here again for the breakfast foods. read more

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Don't be deterred by the aesthetics or lack therof! This hidden gem isn't polished and looks more like a fancy kitchen in a 3rd world country! However, the food is authentic and the quality absolutely scrumptious! Family owned and operated, best Thai cuisine in the region. read more

Sky Kitchen - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Carlos, California

Great little breakfast spot next to the airport. Great to bring kids after the aviation museum.

New menu . Had a breakfast here the food was excellent and service was great The food was hot and fresh read more

Sky Kitchen - New menu - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Carlos, California

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I arrived early in the morning, a little past 7 AM. The best part of Sky Kitchen is undoubtedly its setting. It's such a lovely breakfast spot. Perfect for watching the old-school private planes on the runway as the sun rises, painting the sky in brilliant hues. It almost felt like a scene out of Top Gun. Sky Kitchen also has a touch of the "Old Bay Area." Many older folks gather here, offering a glimpse into what the Peninsula community might have been like in the past. It has a small-town feel, where people genuinely greet one another, and different tables join in conversation. I really love that sense of connection. Because I loved the atmosphere SO much, I'm giving this establishment a 4/5. Otherwise, based on the food alone, it would be a 3/5. Unfortunately, my English muffins were burnt, and the food itself was pretty basic. I ordered hash browns and scrambled eggs, and while they were fine, they weren't anything special. I wouldn't come here for the food, but I'd absolutely return for a coffee and to soak in the vibes! read more

Sky Kitchen - Eggs Hash Browns Bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Carlos, California

I had the best California Eggs Benedict this morning Every thing was cooked perfectly Had 3 friends that all enjoyed their breakfasts read more

I'm a big fan of diner style places so my review might be skewed. So far I've only had the breakfast burrito and it was one of the better ones I've had. Not the best but it's up there. Is a small restaurant. Service was excellent. Super friendly and had a little bit of that old school vibe. The burrito itself was big. Had chunky pico de gallo and lots of eggs. Hash brown was crispy just the way I like it. read more

Sky Kitchen - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Carlos, California

What a hidden gem! If you have kids, come here immediately. It's like taking them to Disneyland. My son is obsessed with watching the planes take off and with their pancakes. Outside tables are a front row seat to the air show! As adults, the food is excellent, and the service is wonderful, too. Can't beat their Greek omelette or breakfast burrito. Extensive menu of options and everything is tasty. Good, big portions as well. Feels like a hometown diner because the wait staff is so friendly and welcoming. Always busy, but you can usually find a seat and they turn over tables quickly. Head over to Hiller aviation museum after as a bonus activity! read more

A great breakfast, wonderful service. My wife and I love the ambience of the place sitting watching the airplanes come in and go out. I think it's a hidden gem. read more

The food is solid and enjoyable. I got the Little bit of Italy omelette and liked it. I have had better breakfasts but my rating is particularly high because of the service and atmosphere of a small private airport. The staff are incredibly nice and genuine, always bring a good attitude and energy. read more

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Recommended by the staff at Hiller Aviation Museum, it was the perfect place to grab some food with two 6 year old boys after visiting the museum. We saw a few planes take off, the diner is surrounded by planes at the San Carlos Airport, there was no wait to be seated, and the food is okay. The service is friendly but somewhat slow, even for only having a few new tables at a time. Took us an hour. The kids liked their mango milkshake, hot chocolate, and Mickey Mouse pancake with scrambled egg and sausage. My veggie scramble and hash brown was a big portion, with toast. $60 seemed a bit over priced but the proximity and entertainment was worth it. read more

If you're looking for a no frills diner and you love aviation, this is the place for you. I'd recommend ordering breakfast items as the lunch items other than the sandwiches looked as good but I have to admit, I have only had their breakfast foods. The staff is very nice which makes it even more pleasant. read more

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Excellent service great atmosphere. The food is excellent. This is a hidden gym by the private airport. Great place for an intimate meal. read more

Sky Kitchen - Breakfast very delicious - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Carlos, California

Such a fun spot right at the airport. Great place to go to if you are headed to the Hiller Air Museum. It can get a little busy on the weekends but worth the short wait read more

Amazing food and staff! Special little spot in San Carlos. Erika is the best! Highly recommend the chocolate waffle

What a total disappointment! My Sunday Experience. To start off I was waiting in the lobby for a friend to meet me. I observed the server a girl with braids in her hair delivering plates outside to some customers and watched her come back in and was rubbing her nose with here fingers. Not only did i see her do this once but twice coming in and out from drooping off plates of food! How gross!! I was sure to ask to go on the opposite side she was serving! We then got a male server who never came back to check on us and never refilled are coffee! The only time he came back was to drop off the check, My plates were stacked on each other so you he could see was clearly done then he went and grab my friends plate with out asking are you finished and put it in the tub that was sitting outside, We were like hey hey he was not done eating, He had 1/2 of his food still on the plate! Why would you take my plate with out asking? He then went and grabbed it out of the tub with all the other dirty plates and sat it back on the table. I couldn't believe it!!I used to love this place but somethings changed for sure and the omelet we ordered was burnt all on the edges! I wont be going back! read more

Came here on a weekday for brunch with a friend and had a great time. The breakfast food (toast, hash browns, bacon, eggs, pancakes, coffee, juice) was pretty good, prices are decent, and the view of the air strip was so novel. Seeing all these small propeller planes landing and taking off was relaxing! Staff is friendly and attentive. read more

Had the healthy choice eggs hamburger patty toast and coffee. Nice service. Needs coffee to be served hot and patty should be bigger for the price. read more

Service was awesome and food was great. Classic diner menu with seasonal specials. Pancakes are filling, and many vegetarian options read more

Sky Kitchen - Great breakfast and view of the planes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Carlos, California

My favorite breakfast and burger place in the area. It's a unique small town and old cafe. The staff is very nice. The food variety is vast for a more than fair price. And how many restaurants have active airplanes just outside of the window. I've been a customer here for about thirty years and hope to be a customer for many more years. read more

Sky Kitchen San Carlos Airport CA Wed 5/25/22 © Great little cafe with traditional American fare, great for breakfast and brunch, convenience and happiness all around, on your way to take off from SQL! Grab a bite! Tiny space serving your freshly cooked eggs, Benedict's, scrambles & sausages, pancakes & waffles, burgers & BLTs, quesadillas, burritos and such. I guess American and Mexican staples are going hand in hand, so nice. Hey, don't forget old school root beer floats and milkshakes! When did you last have one? Right?! Can't beat the views! Weather is almost always perfect! San Carlos Airport, location convenience and everything's nearby. Eaten here on multiple occasions, have photos from years past:-) Today's meal simple & hearty. Thank you so much! Appreciate all hardworking staff! Boar Omelette, Bacon, Ham, Sausage, Mushroom, Avo, Cheese. Served with your choice of toast and breakfast potatoes. Yum! Chicken tortilla soup, served with crackers. Good food! Favoloso! Aviazione è lavoro! *I wanna give every dime I own, and I want all the gold for me... I want everything! [ Review #704 posted with 4 pictures on May 25, 2022 ] My soup! @Sky Kitchen San Carlos Airport CA Wed 5/25/22 Milkshake! @Sky Kitchen San Carlos Airport CA Wed 5/25/22 Food with a view! Ready to take off in a few! @Sky Kitchen San Carlos Airport CA Wed 5/25/22 Boar Omelette! @Sky Kitchen San Carlos Airport CA Wed 5/25/22 read more

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Pros: Really fun place for the family, and wide age range of people. Best seat in the house is outside where all the aviation action is. My toddler was obsessed with the hangars taking off and landing right in front of her while we dined. They have coloring kids menu, and highly recommend the "Mickey Mouse" pancakes breakfast for the kiddos. Cons: Lack of good customer service (don't expect service with a smile here), takes forever to be seated, checked on, brought utensils/condiments/napkins/plates, order to be taken, and receiving the check. Plan to be here at least 2 hours since service is that slow. Adult food is mediocre, lacking flavor. read more

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I came here a few times after work with co-workers! The staff is always friendly and we love coming here for team building. All the food we've eaten here has been great and they have the food ready very quickly!! Give them a try it's an excellent place for breakfast. read more

A very fun spot to have breakfast or an early lunch. A friend of mine used to rave about this place so we decided to check it out. The food here is the standard diner food you're used to, but the service here is very nice. All of the staff here is very friendly. Try to sit in a place where you can get a good look at the planes. read more

I have been coming to this spot for years. Their breakfast menu is plentiful. Guaranteed you will find something to your liking. I am writing this review to specifically call out their Homemade Corned Beef Hash. it is the best I have had in the Bay Area. Come down to the San Carlos Airport and have breakfast. Unique experience and great food. A hidden gem. read more