Found ourselves in the area and this was the highest rated breakfast spot, so we decided to drop…read morein. The waitlist was long but we ended up getting seated in 20 minutes. The staff were very welcoming and attentive to our table. Food portions were decent but at least flavor of the food was there. There was only outside seating as the inside seemed to be vacated from Covid times, only staff or people going to the bathroom were inside. Would definitely be back if in the area!

We really enjoyed the food here. High quality food and great service…read more I ordered grilled cheese and added ham and egg (made myself Moons Over My Hammy and was much better than from the chain). My wife and nephew loved what they ordered. We shared a blackberry almond pancake and it was very good. If we visit the Berkeley area again, we will go back to Sam's Log Cabin.

My wife and I had an excellent dinner at Brezo! The service was welcoming and the perfect amount…read moreof attentive. The dishes we ordered were thoughtfully conceived, well-prepared, fresh, and delicious. For dessert, we shared the flan, which featured some special touches and was out of this world. This was our first visit but will not be our last!

Yum! I remember going to Brezo back when they were located at Point Richmond, and I've heard about…read moretheir move to Solano Ave for quite some time. Most recently I finally was able to give them a try. So glad we did! We came around lunch time and sat at a booth. There were other worker bees grabbing a quick lunch. The service was quick, efficient and friendly, and we ordered the French onion soup to start, and split the fried chicken sandwich and Philly cheesesteak sandwich. The sandwiches come with a side, so one plate we did fries with a house-made aioli and the other plate, their quinoa kale salad. Delicious. Such hearty portions! The bread is so fresh, the meat juicy and ample, and flavors just right. We also ordered beer on tap, shoutout to Oakland United, and tried their house-made hot sauce that they also sell by the bottle. Would love to come back to try brunch here too. I also saw a patron ordering the quinoa kale salad with fried chicken, and yes, that's the vibe! Pricing is fair for the quality and quantity, and street parking available (although the restaurant is located at the bottom of Solano where it tends to be a bit more busy). Women-owned biz, and they also were on Check Please! Bay Area.

I loved my time spent here at Lulu's Little Kitchen. Such a dreamy place!…read more The people that worked here are very welcoming & friendly. -excellent service! Especially the person working the front. made my day more brilliant. Such a happy person to be around. -went on a week day, Wednesday, which is fortunately not too crowded. around 11:45am. -delicious food -well-made menu -lovely decor -chill vibes -comfortable seating -self-serving water & utensils station -a few great table books, on the book shelf, to peruse around Drinks & Food: -rose cappuccino with oat milk -knafeh pancake (fave! Even my mom loved it, and said it's not too sweet.) I think it's big enough to share for 2-3 people, depending on how hungry you are. -fennel scented falafel - hot bowl (it had falafels with rice, pickled onions, cabbage slaw, roasted tomato, & green tahini sauce) so good! I also ordered a rose iced latte with oat milk to go. The coffee was that good! that i had to order another one. Overall, i can't wait for my next visit! I wanna try that rose brûlée cappuccino with whole milk, to get that brulee effect. It didn't work out well with the oatmilk. Still was very tasty! Also, I wanna try out their brunch menu on the weekend. Heard that was good, too!

I have to be upfront, this place is super loud. The…read moreacoustics are terrible, and sound from groups resinates in the restaurant space. It's difficult to have an enjoyable meal with all the noise. I do have to add that there was one large group and they appeared to be shouting the entire time. As for the food, I ordered a braised lamb shawarma and it was good but nothing amazing. Presentation-wise it looked really good. The braised lamb was tender but $19 for a lamb wrap seemed a bit too much for me I also had an orange blossom lemonade which was quite refreshing. Not sure I'd come back knowing that it was so hard to have a conversation with those at my table.

By far the best Huevos Rancheros I have had in my 68 years in Ca…read more Service was excellent. Ambiance was relaxing and quiet. Whenever we come back to town, we will add Solano Junction as our must-go-to restaurant. Don Oberloh

It's cool. The huevos rancheros were solid, the carafe of mimosas was plenty for a table of 4 and…read morethe French toast was good-not great. They had a pancake combo but not a waffle combo and they didn't allow substitutions, so that was a little disappointing. The service was fairly quick. The location happened to be in front of a fair/farmer's market so it was not convenient to access on a Sunday afternoon.

I think the owners of this place are amazing. They are so sweet and friendly from the moment you…read morewant into the door. Great options, burgers with an Asia twist, as well as some dimsum. It's never been busy whenever I go, even on the weekends. We usually are seated within seconds of walking in. The food is delicious! One thing I would note - anything you add obviously adds onto your bill, but sometimes you don't even notice you're adding stuff cause they're so smooth in upselling your burger don't get me wrong - they are the sweetest people ever! Just surprising seeing an additional 10 bucks being added for like an egg, or side sauce for fries. Will continue going here whenever visiting the area!

The food we ate at 310 Eatery really hit the spot. It's an Asian fusion restaurant that has an…read moreextensive menu! Everything we ordered was flavorful and the ingredients were so fresh. The owner and staff members were so personable. They made sure we were taken cared of. You just don't get that level of customer service very often! It's a casual space with tons of seating. My absolute fav part of the meal was the dessert. WOW. The peach and strawberry cobbler was so fresh. You can even smell the butter before taking a bite. The vanilla ice cream brought everything together. A bit pricey, but definitely worth the splurge!

A cute family-owned spot serving delicious sweet and savory crepes…read more Stopped by Suzette with my daughter and ordered our usuals. I got the Simply Strawberry -- fresh strawberries, strawberry sauce, maple syrup, brown sugar, and whipped cream -- and it was just as good as I remembered. My daughter ordered the Campfire Crepe, basically a s'mores-inspired crepe, and it was delicious and huge. One thing I always enjoy here is being able to watch the crepes being made fresh right in front of you. The husband cooks everything right there, and the service is always quick and friendly. Prices do seem a little higher than before, but honestly with the way everything is right now, it's understandable considering the portion sizes and quality. Overall, a really solid spot when you're in the mood for something sweet. Definitely a place we'll keep coming back to.

4 stars $20.99…read moreBerkeley Crepe was: very tasty. Can eat again. $7.20 Iced Chai Soy Latte was: tasty, sweet forward but not too cloying.

Everything here is amazing, but the one thing you must try is the almond chocolate croissant. I'm…read morenot sure what type of butter they use, but it is so creamy and so rich. I love it! If you ask, they will heat it up just a little bit for you. The inside gets warmer than the outside and the contrast is amazing. I usually go early and the person at the front is so helpful. This is a great place, and a wonderful addition to the San Pablo community.

This little charming patisserie sure knows how to whip up some delicious croissants. So good that…read morepart of me doesn't even want to post about it--just to keep the line short! If you've ever had Arsicault, then you'll understand what I mean when I say this place is a true contender. And the best part? You don't have to travel far, pay that toll bridge, or deal with expensive gas. Save all that and give this place a try! Do note: Canelé -- available Friday to Sunday Pastel de nata (Portuguese tarts) -- available Saturday & Sunday What I've tried: Croissant -- Yum, yum, yum! From end to end, it has that perfectly crunchy exterior, and not a hollow bite in sight. Every bite is flaky, buttery, and satisfying. Chocolate Croissant -- A must if you love chocolate. Rich, flaky, and indulgent. Almond Croissant -- Another delicious contender. Nutty, sweet, and absolutely worth it. Apricot Croissant -- Not bad at all. The apricot adds a nice touch without overpowering the pastry. Bostock -- This one was a miss for me. It looked beautiful, but it was missing that little finesse that makes you want another bite. Gâteau au Fromage (Basque Cheesecake) -- A bit pricey, but so worth the splurge because they really know how to nail it. One bite and you won't be able to stop until it's gone. Pastel de Nata -- Crispy edges with a delicate, creamy, and delicious filling. That crunch is everything. Canelé -- These babies sell fast, so make sure to get there when they open. I love the crunchy exterior paired with that soft, custardy inside. Yum, yum, yum! Chocolate Fondant -- Not bad, but not my favorite. I've definitely had better elsewhere. Chocolate Hazelnut Cake -- The flavor was nice, but I found this one just a tad dry. Bottom line: While not everything was a home run, their croissants, canelés, Basque cheesecake, and pastel de nata are absolutely worth coming back for. A hidden gem that delivers big on flavor without the long drive. Definitely worth the visit!

drove 30 miles to pickup an online order for 18 bagels and 4 schmear's for family in from New York!…read more These were the BEST by far that I have ever had in the Bay Area. Just like NY. Had the 7:45 am pickup slot and goods were all ready and bagged up for me. Staff was awesome and super friendly! My car had the best smell on the ride back, I wanted to pull over and dig in. I ordered a mix of all flavors and the fam raved about all. I especially liked the Everything bagel with the Lemon Horseradish schmear!!! To die for! We also had Lox, Jalapeño Cilantro, Plain, and Scallion. All the flavors were SO GOOD! didn't get to stay but already full when I entered and noticed they had outdoor seating in the back so will be back soon and will bring the fam! WELL DONE Hella Bagels!!!

The platonic ideal of a New York bagel. When your East Coast family comes to town and wants a…read morebagel, bring them here. These bagels check all the boxes and make it look easy. The crust is crisp and crackles as you break into a fresh one. The flavor is deep and malty. The crumb is very chewy and provides enough structure to support a sandwich. One tasting note: the crust in today's batch was had caramel notes that started to recall pizza crust. Less time in the oven would dial that back -- but it gives the bagel character so maybe you want to keep it! But that's the level we're on here. I'm giving subtle tasting notes in a Yelp review. Hella has unlocked the New York bagel for us on the West Coast.

10/10 customer service and food fresh deli sandwiches! I…read morelove that you're able to customize your sandwich exactly how you want it. Everything always tastes so fresh, juicy, and delicious. The shop is also always super clean and welcoming. They have amazing coffee too--I sometimes stop by just for a coffee! Definitely a great spot for both sandwiches and coffee.

Great coffee, great pastries, great atmosphere, great service. Definitely recommend them if you are…read morein Albany!

My hair salon is near here. I've walked by it many times, even paused to look at the menu several…read moretimes. Such great offerings but when I'm getting my hair done, I'm in a rush to go back home/work. I finally made the time to visit Etoile! My sister was in town and getting her hair done. She needed a ride to the salon so off we went! We had an almond milk latte and a regular latte. We ordered it for here, so we asked to have them served in mugs. The lattes were delicious! There a good mix of students studying here. And some people working. It was a pretty quiet group when we were there. My sister and I sat at the counter and chatted very quietly. Nicely decorated inside. I love independently owned cafes like these! We also got a breakfast sandwich, but they are made to order and it took awhile, so we had it packed it up to go because she didn't want to be late to her hair appointment. Sandwich was great! Service was great! I'd love to go back and order from their lunch menu!

This is a cute little cafe spot right by Trader Joe's. You order and pay at the front, and they…read morecall your order out when it's ready. The workers and the owner were all very kind and welcoming. I got there a little after they opened in the morning. As for the food, I ordered the kimchi fried rice along with the chicken and croffle. The fried chicken tasted a bit interesting. I'm not sure if the frying temperature was off or if it had something to do with the condition of the oil, but the texture of the breading wasn't quite right. I used to work at a fried chicken shop in Korea, so it was a texture I recognized--the coating was fully cooked and wasn't necessarily soggy, but there was no real crunch. Instead of being crispy, the breading was soft and kind of gave way when you bit into it. Unfortunately, I couldn't continue eating it. I'd give the chicken a 2/5. As for the kimchi fried rice, I liked the addition of cilantro and beets, which gave it a refreshing touch. My only issue was that the kimchi itself was way too sour for kimchi fried rice. I don't mind fermented or sour kimchi, but in this case, the sourness overpowered the rest of the dish. Overall, the cafe itself is cute and the people working there were genuinely very kind. I just wish the food had been a little better, especially the fried chicken. Will be back next time to try out the coffee!! It is a cafe after all.