This place is awesome! There was quite a line when we arrived around 10:30am on Saturday, but it…read moremoved decently fast (~15-20 mins) and then the food arrived pretty quickly after we sat down at a table as well. There's a beautiful outdoor area in the back with tons of tables. Even though it was super busy, we still had our choice of a few tables, and the foliage/patio umbrellas make it nice and shady. Our food was also delicious! We got: Prosciutto and egg sandwich - eggs were super light and fluffy, and the sandwich was well balanced and cheesy too! Fat and fluffy French toast - such a generous portion and the berries and whipped cream were so yummy! The toast itself had crispy edges and was super fluffy! They have such a large menu too and I'll definitely be back to try more!

We had the most AMAZING breakfast here at Fambrini's. We were in town after staying in town for a…read moreconcert and stopped in for breakfast before hitting the road back home. Mid week brunch meant a quieter atmosphere and open seating. After perusing the menu we ordered at the counter before sitting at a table after picking up utensils and water. We ordered Fambrini's Breakfast, Brie & Mushroom Omelette, Crab Omelette, and shares the Lotus Biscoff Pancakes. Everyone loved their egg platters. The eggs were perfectly light and fluffy. I generally avoid omelettes getting scrambles instead because restaurants tend to overcook the eggs. Our dishes were prepared with quality and flavor in mind. I personally had the crab omelette and left no crumbs behind. The potatoes were well seasoned and wish I had enough room in my tummy to finish them off! The drip coffee was bold and delicious not watered down at all! Finally, we shared the 2 stack biscoff pancakes for a sweet finish. The pancakes were bouncy with biscoff sauce and a mound of whipped cream. This was mouth wateringly delicious. I don't have much of a sweet tooth but this was so yummy. This isn't a traditional sit down service but counter staff were friendly and efficient. There is a small parking lot off to the side and there is indoor and patio seating. Come by for a meal and you won't be disappointed! I wish I lived closer so I could taste the rest of their meal. Kudos and thanks for an awesome meal!

Joanie's s a fun cafe located in Palo Alto. It's that cool…read morevibe coupled with some tasty breakfast eats. It's not overly fancy, and it feels like that good hearty meal that you would get at home... in Europe. I love it! The portions are fairly generous, and everything tastes super fresh, and is served with care. I originally thought I would have the breakfast sandwich, but ended up getting the classic two egg breakfast. My eggs were poached perfectly, the blueberry pancakes were topped with fresh blueberries, and powdered sugar with just combined together, took the flavors to the next level. The bacon was absolutely divine, but let's talk about the potatoes. They were buttery, crisp, fully flavored homestyle potatoes that make you want to put potatoes into their own food group. The service was great, the food was great, and this is definitely a restaurant that needs to be explored because everything on the menu sounds absolutely delicious! Parking was fairly easy, and I'm really excited to return and try more of the menu items.

Came by on a Sunday morning and wasn't sure how busy it would be considering there were a lot of…read morepeople around for the California Ave Farmer's Market. However, we parked in the lot and were able to get a seat right away. Despite having a stroller, nobody asked if we needed a booster seat/high chair, so I went to go get one myself... We ended up ordering two of the Joanie's Breakfast Medleys, mine with french toast and chicken apple sausage, and my wife's with pancakes and bacon. Although it was a decently sized plate, I guess I expected a bit more for over $25...the french toast was like two halves of one slice, but the chicken apple sausage and potatoes were good. Coffee was nice as well, and they kept coming by to refill, which was nice and needed. However disaster struck when one of the waiters knocked off a tray from a ledge right by our table. The tray crashed onto our table and spilled water, hot coffee, and creamer all over me, and our under two year old who started crying. I rushed over to check for burns from the coffee, but luckily it was okay. After the clean-up I was waiting to see if anyone might come by to ask if anything was needed, let me know if I could get more food since I wasn't entirely finished, or at least apologize and comp our meal. Unfortunately I didn't get any replacement food, and they brought the bill and mentioned that we didn't have to pay for coffee...$68 pre-tip was a little upsetting after our experience, even though I know accidents can happen... Of course, later on I smelled spoilt because of the creamer/milk that was still on my clothes after walking around the Farmer's Market...lovely...

10/10! 5 stars isn't enough. I'm in town for work and I alway try to find a classic American diner…read morewhen I'm out. This place came up right away. Rich with 100+ years of history, this place isn't fancy and it isn't trendy but it is most definitely good. This breed of restaurant is dying. Every day, establishments like these close and we need to continue to support and preserve them. The service is kind, the food is amazing, and the vibe is straight out of a different generation as it should be. Stop by for breakfast or for lunch. Maybe just stop by for a shake. Either way, stop by!

Have lived a couple blocks away from this store for years but never had the chance to visit because…read morethey close early in the day and aren't open Sundays. Finally, stopped by for a lunch with a friend Food 3.5/5: I ordered a warm veggie dirt sandwich on a sourdough. Every ingredient tasted fresh and clean which is great. I think the serving size was just right for me but could be smaller for most people as I eat less. It's priced reasonably for the Bay Area prices. It wasn't a standout sandwich but it does the job. Service 5/5: service is very good. They are responsive, and friendly. They let you take the time to make your mind and to amend an order without getting annoyed. Ambiance 5/5: got a rustic vibe at the store, their history as a dairy store and the cool pictures. I enjoyed just being there and imagining what it may have been like back in those days

Hobbee equals homie! Such a great restaurant, especially for…read morebrunch! A mix of Mexican food and your favorite brunch food. We stayed at the Hilton Garden Inn next door and came here multiple times. The best part was the homemade coffee cake! Addicting, flavorful, and buttery. Make sure you get extra butter! The restaurant gives great vibes, but is bustling. Everyone is constantly moving and doing something. If you have time to stop a waiter, try. It's hard to keep them from going!

Nestled in the heart of Silicon Valley and known for their famous coffee cake. Hobee's is next to…read morethe Hilton Garden Inn where I stayed over night. I had the cheesy scramble that comes with their famous coffee cake. The scramble was delicious and oh so cheesy. I had their original blueberry coffee cake topped with butter. The first bite of the coffee cake was dry but upon more bites the flavor sat in and I knew why it was a favorite. The added melted butter was different but delicious. I asked for hot tea and upon drinking from the tea cup it was chipped. I'm glad I didn't sip from that side of the tea cup. That was a huge turn off. Besides that snafu, the food and the service was superb.

Always love coming here! Great vibes and staff! Food is…read morealways phenomenal and flavorful. And looks great! Clean fun brunch vibes. It is a bit noisy so if you're looking for a calm vibe. Maybe not but if you're looking for a fun/ lively vibe, this is your place!

Sweet Maple is just around the corner from me! They seem to specialize on giving an Asian-inspired…read moretwist on classic American breakfast food and are ALWAYS packed. I came here for brunch with some friends. They do an annoying thing where they won't take reservations (first come, first served) and won't seat your party until EVERYONE is present. I felt bad for being a few minutes late and my friends had to sit outside because the restaurant would not seat them! I get they want to maximize profits, but if 2/3rds of the party is there, I don't get the point of not seating them. It's just not good customer service, in my opinion. In terms of the food, it is VERY rich. Delicious, but rich. The kind of rich where you won't be hungry for a solid 5-8 hours afterwards! For my drink, I got the Ube Latte--very comforting! It's bright purple but tastes like sweet milk! For my main dish, I upgraded it "For a complete meal" where I got the Marinier (French toast) and the Millionaire's Bacon. All very decadent and rich! My friend got the Matcha Moffle and also liked it. Overall, this place does creative Asian twists on brunch and does it well. It is VERY popular....almost too congested. (So they're a victim of their own success). I am deducting one star for not seating us when a majority of the party was there and for the overall congested, busy energy...it just makes the experience a bit harried and loud (you actually have to raise your voice to talk to your friends given the general volume from all the people), as opposed to relaxing. Total for all our meals (for 3 people) with drinks and tip came out to $138.20--(so expect to pay around $40-$50 for a brunch with a drink here!)

We were originally planning on another restaurant close by but chose Jadons cafe because of the…read moreample parking and easy access to the restaurant with a walker. The restaurant was clean with good service and large portions. I had the short stack pancakes with fresh blueberries (4 out of 5 stars) and my friend had biscuits with gravy, hash browns and eggs (2 out of 5 stars as she did not care for the gravy). The menu is large has something for everyone. Would recommend for casual breakfast.

Jason's wasn't at all like I thought it would be inside. I was actually a bit taken aback that it…read morewas just a big open floor with lined up tables. There was no decor, not even any music playing. It was a cold, rainy day which made the place even a bit more bleak. But! The food was great. When plans to go for breakfast at breakfast time fell through, we went at lunchtime still intending to have breakfast. And that seemed to be what most of the other diners were doing. I started with black coffee and ordered the Pancake Combo with scrambled eggs, sausage and added a side of hash browns. We must have been last in the order lineup. When it seemed time for plates to be coming to our table, they just kept going somewhere else. But when our plates did arrive, everything was very good. The pancakes were huge and fluffy, definitely the highlight. The hash browns could have used a little more cooking. The potatoes weren't raw, just lacked a bit in the crispy top.

Everyone on staff is super friendly! I usually get helped by Isreal who is PHENOMENAL! He remembers…read moreevery one and makes you feel special and important. As soon as you walk in the door you are hit with a weird old school/new school thing; it feels like an old school neighborhood diner, but it is an updated interior that feels modern. t is a special kind of skill to be able to make people feel like they are genuinely welcome and Isreal excels in this! You immediately feel like he is happy you walked in! The food is fresh and delicious! I usually get eggs and pork sausage with toast and hash browns. It is a wonderful experience for a pretty good price. But truly it is the staff that makes this place shine! You can tell the food is made with care and Israel and Christian (who has also helped me) and all their support staff are smiling and friendly! I recommend you go in any time and get yourself some deliciousness! Note on the egg in the picture... i ASK THEM to do this to my egg... i am weird.... their eggs usually come out looking like normal eggs cooked to order

Holders has been a staple of my weekends for years now. They have locations across the South Bay,…read moreand I think this Los Altos one is newer. I live on the Peninsula now so this was the closest and I was dying for some Swedish Pancakes with Lingonberry butter - They didn't disappoint. My girlfriend got a traditional eggs/sausage/hashbrown. Not much to say about that except good portions and well done hashbrown. Service was fast and friendly and my coffee cup was never empty. Hard to give a "diner" more than 4 stars IMO, hence the rating.

La Bohème is exactly the kind of place you hope to find when you're craving a true French dining…read moreexperience. I was not disappointed. The ingredients were fresh, beautifully balanced, and honestly so good I considered ordering another round. The bread was solid too -- perfectly crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside. We tried a range of dishes and everything delivered. The omelette stuffed with shrimp was generous and great value, the French onion soup, mussels, and entrecôte were all absolutely spot on, and the chocolate mousse to finish was delicious. Next time, I'm definitely coming back for the soufflé. Even the fruit bowl stood out -- you could tell it was freshly cut, with each fruit tasting crisp and distinct rather than blended together. It's those little details that really show care. The space itself is charming and cozy, with a lovely French ambiance. It's a medium-sized restaurant , with additional outdoor seating, and a decor that makes you want to linger. What really stood out, though, was the service. Absolutely top notch. You can tell the staff and chefs genuinely care about what they're doing -- and that makes all the difference. Honestly, I'm surprised it wasn't more packed -- it deserves to be. We'll absolutely be back to explore more

We went for an early Valentine's day dinner (the 13th instead of the 14th). We had a reservation…read moreand were seated immediately. The staff were warm and nice and I liked the ambiance of the restaurant. I ordered a coke to drink and my partner had a French beer. We proceeded to order the charcuterie and french onion soup for appetizers and the duck breast and french burger for entrees. The soup came and it was fine- it tasted like french onion soup. The charcuterie never came; I guess they forgot to put the order in or forgot to make it. It was awkward just sitting there starving while my husband ate his soup though. We figured maybe they were bringing it after he finished the soup so there'd be room on the table but nope. The burger looked nice and was cooked to the ordered temp of medium rare. Otherwise it was like any other burger anywhere else, not overly special. The fries were crisp and well salted. The duck was underwhelming. It's $38 for this plate of food and it came with totally flavorless and dry mashed potatoes, whose texture was akin to boxed potatoes. No butter or cream flavor to speak of. The vegetables were so disappointing. They had no seasoning whatsoever and were as soft as baby food- I am not exaggerating on that. I was surprised by how mushy the carrots were. For almost $40 I expect more exciting veg than broccoli, cauliflower and carrots all steamed to death. The duck was okay. There was a large tendon running through the middle of every piece and I could only eat half of it due to gristly fat. The port wine reduction that covered it totally masked the flavor of the duck. All I tasted was soy sauce. We let them know about the missing charcuterie to make sure it was not included on the bill. Other small things that detracted from the experience included them never clearing any dishes from the table (like the basket from the complimentary bread, appetizer plates or the huge wine glasses that neither of us needed) and not checking in on us to see how everything was going. The table was so cluttered it was hard to eat. It took a really long time to get the check and was so uncomfortable just sitting there obviously done with our food. For the prices charged I expected a higher level of service that was blatantly absent. Overall will not return. Over priced, slow, bland food.