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Mac Grilled with bacon. Maple syrup on the side, with no powdered sugar.
Michelle N.

An absolute great choice for delicious breakfast. This place has mochi pancake sandwiches and prosciutto and toast with roasted pear as well as many other options. The graham cracker latte was a yummy start to the day as was the toffee cold brew.

Peanut butter toastini with fruit
Angela A.

This dish was tasty although a bit intimidating at first due to the piled high fruit. It had honey drizzled all over it and the combo of the bread and peanut butter was actually quite tasty. However.... The bread was so hard around the edges I almost chipped my daggone tooth. And although I sincerely appreciated the amount of fruit, perhaps it would be less messy and cumbersome to eat if some of the fruit were placed beside the bread? Idk you be the judge. The flavor was good though.

Nordic Toastini
Debbie F.

Great find on our way home. About a mile and a half off the highway. A bit hidden in shopping center, but look for white umbrellas. Ordering is done at the counter and food is brought to your table. On a Monday, late morning, there was a line outside the door, but it moved quickly. Food took a bit longer to come out, but everything was hot and fresh....very enjoyable. The menu offered a nice variety. Overall, loved this spot and would definitely return when in the area.

Daniel L.

The Press is one of the best well known spots for quick causal brunch in Pleasanton located in a plaza. They have a variety of snacks, small bites, plays on brunch items and drinks with their own kind of twist. Great presentation, taste, service. Indoor, outdoor, bar, patio seating front and rear. It can get bustling busy so, come early and hungry for this one!

Krysten H.

This is our go to breakfast place! We love that they have seasonal options- and always love to try to new food and drinks! They have plenty of gluten free options. This location is not open on Sundays but is empty with plenty of seating right when they open at 8 am!

Shellaine G.

Love this spot! Came here for brunch with a girlfriend after a walk, and it was the perfect stop. We ordered the "Juan and Only" breakfast burrito which is an egg and chorizo burrito, plus the lemon honey ricotta with bread. We also got an iced matcha and an iced vanilla latte. Everything was flavorful and hit the spot. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. You order and pay first, grab a seat, and they bring the food out to your table. The atmosphere is relaxed, the staff is friendly, and the whole experience feels easy and welcoming. I usually go to the Pleasanton location, so I was excited to try this newer spot. So glad they opened another location -- can't wait to come back for more!

Monique W.

I tried a newish menu item because they got rid of my beloved bacon grits. But I have finally found a new go to! This spinach biscuit is unreal. It's so fluffy and buttery with egg, cheese, and bacon. I'm day dreaming about this sandwich right now. 10/10!

Sue F.

Ordered breakfast and coffee online and it was so easy! This place gets busy so give them between 15-25 minutes just in case they are swamped. The restaurant is always clean and parking in the mornings (around 8am) is not a problem, as other adjacent businesses are not open yet. Staff were busy working but took the time to greet me and asked about my order. Avo toast is delicious and had a perfect blend of seasonings and ingredients. Their oatmilk chai is flavorful and their oatmilk lemon bar latte is a nice twist and offered a change from my usual (matcha or chai).

Seasonal Item - Summer Theme Crostini - Very Peachy!!!
Lily D.

Glad I stumbled upon this spot while I was in Pleasanton. It's a cute place for coffee, brunch, or a quick bite. The most ideal seating is on the patio... to me it makes the whole experience even cozier. Service was kind and the food came out surprisingly quick. They can get busy, but the line moves pretty fast. I loved their lattes and seasonal tostinis. Food quality is great because you can taste the freshness and quality of the ingredients. It's definitely a place I'd come back to because their dishes are proportionate and do not feel too heavy.

Beet salad and lavender lemonade
Mia M.

I went here just before closing to grab a bite with a friend around 2:40pm and they close at 3pm. I was concerned about being so late and sitting inside because I didn't want to hold up the staff from cleaning up. They assured me it wouldn't be a problem and made us feel like we had time to relax and eat. They checked on us a few times and made sure everything we had was to our liking. I thought the service was exceptional!

BLTE with tomato soup
Kari C.

Went here for a weekday lunch. My goodness, they're busy! We haven't been here in a while. The "new" location is modern and very cute! Love it! We sat at a communal table until a small table opened up. Our coffee arrived very quickly. I got an oat latte with a beautiful design on it. It was great, lots of flavor, pretty smooth. DH's cappuccino was also great, but he has been spoiled by an incredible coffee place when we were on vacation, so he thought it was kind of bitter. I got the turkey pesto sandwich again, which was delicious. It's very thick, so I ate one layer at a time. Their bread is so yummy! The side salad was fresh and I loved the tangy vinaigrette. DH got a BLTE with tomato soup. How do they get the soup so creamy, lol! We ate everything, no leftovers, and were totally full. It was almost $50 before tax and tip. Seems pricey, but it's probably fine given the quality and quantity of food and inflation! Service was almost too good...they were super fast at clearing plates and cleaning tables. Overall, worth a visit if you're in the area. We hope to return to try some of their seasonal menu!

The Nordic Toastini Lemon Bar Latte Raspberry Pistachio Scone
Lin M.

This place is fantastic. I've been coming for years and everything I've tried is fresh and delicious. The only complaint I have is it's almost always busy and parking can be hard on weekends But the inside is cute and clean, and I love the merch they have. Service is quick. I got the Nordic with the Lemon Bar Latte today. And I got the raspberry pistachio scone. I'm not usually a fan of scones but the consistency is so good here! Not dry at all. Soft inside and crumbly on the outside.

Avocado + Citrus Toastini, $12
Marvin M.

This is one of our favorite brunch spots. Even if you study the menu ahead of time, they always have seasonal specials that you must check out. You order at the counter and then find a table. When the weather is nice, they have outdoor seating in the front and the back. We like the secluded area in the back, away from the traffic. They bring your food out to you. Water and coffee refills are self serve at a station by the door. The seating area inside gets kind of loud. That's expected since it's so popular. But you can still have a conversation at your table. We've tried quite a few things here (some photos attached). My favorite is The Nordic Toastini, Acme whole wheat sourdough toast with goat cheese, arugula, tomato, salmon, and a perfectly soft boiled egg. They also make wonderful baked goods. If you come late, the selection may be limited. Go before 10 for the best selection. The really good stuff goes fast!

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Are you open on WednesdayDec. 31st 2025?

We are closed on 12/31 & 1/1. Have a safe and happy new year! 🎆

Do you have outdoor heaters?

Good morning 😃 Yes at our Pleasanton location, back patio only.

Can I use my laptop at a table?

I have seen people with laptops in there, but I don't know if they have any available power outlets in the dining room.

Are dogs allowed outside?

Yes, we welcome your pet to hang out at our front and back patio.

What happened to the coddled egg?

Hi There, we have coddled egg (soft boiled/soursvide) on Saturdays. Unlike before, our coddled egg was served in a tiny mason jar with cheese grits. You can order side order of cheese grits with an sousvide egg on top. Our cashier should be able… 

Do they have WIFI?

Yes they do. Just ask for the info

What brand of oat milk is used in the graham cracker latte?

Oatly

Do they take reservations? perhaps for a group of 5

i dont believe they do- it's more a first come first serve basis!

Does your sandwiches come at with ciabatta bread anymore? We've ordered the breakfast sandwich twice in the last month and it always comes with sourdough bread, but we never requested for it.

Hi Anne, the breakfast sammies usually come with ciabatta rolls unless we run out of ciabatta. This could possibly happen especially early in the morning when delivery is running late or later in the day if we run out of ciabatta. I’m sorry you… 

Are there gluten free menu options?

We have gluten free bread to sub for any of our panini and toastini. We also have house made gluten donuts and pancakes for weekend brunch.

Is the press open for outdoor sit-down dining?

Yes! They have a limited quantity of tables due to social distancing. Get there early

What vegan options do they have?

They have many vegan options and could modify just about anything (for example, their smoked turkey Reuben sandwich they also make with beets, instead of meat- and it's fabulous!) And you've got lost of other vegan sandwiches.

Do they have mimosas?

Alas, no mimosas.

Are they going to be open on MLK DAY this coming Monday January 15th?

I think you'd have to call- but I would think they might be closed. They've been closed on other holidays.

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