We had such a wonderful experience at Jeffery's Hillside Café! The food was incredibly fresh and truly tasted homemade. The Brussels sprouts hash was absolutely delicious with such unique and flavorful touches -- you can tell a lot of care goes into every dish. The omelette was also excellent, perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Everything was great from start to finish, and the service was warm and welcoming. We will definitely be coming back read more

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This spot had been recommended by others so I thought I would try it. Tucked away behind route 12 in Santa Rosa, this quaint spot offers your usual breakfast fare as well as a few lunch items. We were seated outdoors - the place closes at 1:30 and we got there around 12:50 - indoor tables full. The patio is shaded and comfortable. Service was prompt and courteous. The food arrived quickly. I had Joe's Special - a more unique scramble of eggs, ground beef, spinach and mushrooms with Asiago cheese and hash browns. The flavors were very well combined and everything tasted good. My son had the French Toast which came with 2 eggs and sausage as well: that's good was very good, but I continue to be disappointed in brunch spots that do not serve pure maple syrup - instead using your usual knock off breakfast syrup. It is a game changer for me and the food as a result suffers. No bubbles here with your breakfast, to be noted, if you like that with your brunch... but that is ok. All in all, good food, quick service, usual pricing (we paid $40 or so for our meals). read more

Jeffrey's Hillside Cafe - French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

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Service was good. No wait worth worrying about. I wanted to check this place out for years. I finally went there on a weekday morning. I was underwhelmed. Watery coffee. Greasy eggs. Greasy potatoes. I won't be going back any time soon. I had been curious about what the buzz was about this place. I don't know. read more

And again...another delicious experience at Jeffrey's. I rarely ever go out to breakfast, usually preferring coffee only to sustain till late morning! Place was SO PACKED for just a Monday morning at 9:30am. I ordered off the "specials" menu, a recommendation from our server. Smoked chicken and butternut squash hash with poached eggs and a homemade biscuit. From bite one, I'm glad I listened. I could've used another bowl of the jalepeno "sauce" as it added a delicious freshness to my meal. All components paired well and it provided the savoriness I prefer. FOR ME, the prices are high but mostly because I'm just not a big breakfast girl. That said, portions are generous and it's been delicious each visit so it definitely deserves its praise. read more

I was in town visiting my dad and he brought me here for brunch. I really enjoyed this little spot! The service was great and the food was good. I ordered the chilaquiles and it was sooo good! The chips are made to order and cooked in the sauce just perfect enough that they were too crispy or too soggy. I wasn't a huge fan of how the black beans were seasoned, but that's my preference. Their espresso drinks were good and presented well. I will definitely visit this place again next time I visit. read more

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Wow am I glad I found this hole in the wall Resturant while searching for something new on Yelp. It's our new favorite breakfast spot for sure. It is small so be prepared to wait to get a table but it is worth it and they are so fast with the food people are in and out. I loved the French toast! read more

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SEP2025 Came by on a beautiful day on the weekend so things were pretty busy. It was in the area of some errands so we settled down for here. The parking lot is shared with the hotel as well so we were lucky we had gotten there between groups and someone left right when we pulled up. We had the fur baby with us too so we had a nice table outside. The server answered any questions, and checked on us frequently despite how busy it was. My partner decided on the duck hash, and I had gotten the tofu scramble with a biscuit and gravy side. The food was cooked well. I liked the mix of ingredients for the scramble with a good amount of veggies also. The eggs for the hash were poached nicely, though the duck I wanted a bit more. Aside from a bit of salt needed, everything was easy to eat. Solid option in the area for brunch, read more

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This place is very popular on Sundays for breakfast/brunch so plan accordingly. The staff is friendly and the inside is inviting. The menu has a variety of items to choose from and the portions are fairly large so bring your appetite. Will definitely come back to explore and try more of the menu. read more

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Like another reviewer mentioned, it's kinda hard to find as it's connected to the inn. But it was fine, and parking was easy. I was a little iffy about the service upon entering bc no one acknowledged us for a few min. Just looked at us and continued on. Contemplated leaving for some place else at this point. Eventually we got seated in a little booth. Our server was really friendly. We ordered: Eggs Benedict w/ country potatoes Chicken Fried Steak w/ over-medium eggs sourdough toast, & hash browns Coffee The eggs benny was really good but the hollandaise was extremely rich and heavy. Maybe could have used more seasoning as well. But the eggs were nicely poached and the country potatoes were the some of the best I've had. They were crispy, seasoned nicely, and had bell peppers and onions mixed in. I also loved the Chili Gods hot sauce that was at the table. It had such a cute label with a pepper sticking its tongue out lol. The chicken fried steak was really good and filling too. A heavy meal, but we knew what we were getting ourselves into haha. My partner enjoyed the coffee although he thought the mug it was served in was really small. You need a key to use the restrooms that are right outside the entrance. Overall, a cozy experience for breakfast with great diner food! read more

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I've been working on trying different restaurants this 2025. This restaurant is a little hidden. But it is so worth finding. The service here is absolutely exceptional. We got there around 12:30 today and we were worried that they were going to cut our service or we were gonna get bad service since it was an hour before closing time. We were completely wrong, our server was so great . She constantly came to check on us and told us if everything was fine. She came to refill our water. Even though at this point, it was already closer to 1 PM. The French toast was literally Chef kiss. It was super delicious. I normally never can finish a French toast plate by myself, but this one I was able to devour. The country style steak was also good and very flavorful, but I preferred definitely the French toast . This spot is packed. There were people waiting outside as we were leaving and you can honestly tell why the minute you sit down and have breakfast here. 10/10! read more

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This cafe is located at the hillside inn and has good parking for visitors. Read reviews on this place so i thought i would try it out. Inside the place is like a nice old cafe vibe which I definitely like. Read that portions were big which was not the case for my visit. Service was welcoming and the food from the kitchen came out fast. I ordered the French toast meal. The eggs and bacon were good but the French toast way tiny. Looked like tiny wonder bread pieces. Definitely not a French toast to rave about. Overall a good experience i just wouldn't recommend the French toast read more

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Stopped by based on prior Yelp reviews, my experience was not as favorable. Service was good, food was mediocre. I also found noise level high. I had a special with smoked chicken and squash. I found the smoked chicken a little artificial tasting and chewy. My husband's potatoes were cold. English muffins were a little over toasted. read more

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Just left this establishment. Started off good with warm greetings and a decent mocha. My husband and I ordered French toast and pancakes. When the food was delivered I requested additional syrup from our waitress since the pancakes were very fluffy. She didn't return to our table until my husband got up to request the check. We had waited so long that the bus boy had already cleared our dishes. She drops off the check and immediately moved to the table behind us and let's them know what the day's specials are, a step she overlooked when servicing our table. My husband pays the bill and even leaves a tip that definitely was not earned. This place is definitely not for 'us' based on our experience today. Very disappointing. read more

My girlfriend and I go here every time I'm in Santa Rosa and let me tell you it never disappoints. There's normally a line out the door on weekends but it goes pretty fast. We haven't waited more than 20 minutes. Everyone inside is very nice and welcoming when you walk in and although there's a lot going on, the people working there always take the time to say hi and get your name down on the list. As for the food, I always want to try something new, but I just can't. The brussel sprout hash is so good that I am constantly thinking about it and have to order it every single time. I recommend getting it with poached eggs and hash browns. There is a great variety of texture and flavors that makes this dish my favorites. Definitely recommend trying it out! read more

Jeffrey's Hillside Cafe - brussel sprout hash - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

Food is always good! Service is great. We enjoy having breakfast here. Husband's favorite is the corned beef hash, mine is there omelets and potatoes. read more

Great food, great service, great portions. We'll be back. It may not look like much from the outside, but it'll surprise you.

Food is perfectly prepared, fresh and fast!!! Always boes to go since such ample quantities... Very friendly staff who know their customers. Also Expresso!! read more

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Quaint little cafe. Had a front row seat to the behind the scenes of the counter and kitchen window. It's a busy kitchen with a dedicated staff. Thankful to Jennifer for accommodating my request for an a la cart item since I knew I couldn't finish two eggs Benedict's and I didn't want to waste food. The food was delicious and I love me some crispy hash browns. read more

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I wanted something healthy after a weekend of indulgence! The menu looked delicious. At 12:30pm on a Sunday, they had a few tables available. The motel they share the property with, looks a bit concerning..lol...but the reviews for Jeffrey's Cafe enticed me to visit. We ordered the Brussel sprouts Hash... like what in the heck is that?? Unheard of and delicious for sure! Oh and we ordered the chilaquiles dish too. Both were absolutely great! The service was quick and the food could not have been better! I usually enjoy Brussel sprouts raw...but this definitely was a treat with such a unique taste. The bleu cheese aioli was definitely subtle and complimented the dish so we'll. read more

Jeffrey's Hillside Cafe - Brussel sprouts hash with a delicious and fresh biscuit. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

I have been me wanting to try Jeffrey's Hillside Cafe forever! And finally today I did. It's tucked away behind a hotel , parking was easy. The place is so cute and clean. What first struck me was the art work on the walls. Several paintings by local artist Jack Stuppin, beautiful landscapes of our beloved Sonoma County. Next our server was so sweet and fun she almost made the trip work it. She was funny and professional at the same time. Now let's get to the food, I had the eggs Benedict my son had the root vegetable hash with a couple of over easy eggs and my daughter had the pancakes with sausage and scrambled eggs. My eggs were cooked perfectly, the potatoes on the side had so much flavor and the texture was spot on soft in the middle and with a good sauté on the outside, my sons dish didn't sound great to me to be honest but I had a bite and it was very light not greasy not to crunchy just right, and my daughters pancakes were fluffy and full of flavor. We will be back!!! read more

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Pretty damn good breakfast food! Its that stick to your ribs diner food with a modern twist and a locals fav. I was pleased but not overly impressed. The service is amazing. We get the same waitress almost every time. I don't know her name but shes sweet, quick, to the point and smiling with beautiful eyes. I will likely return especially since its one of my guys favorite breakfast spots in Rosa. read more

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First time here. Although this place is: * not intuitively obvious to find * next to a somewhat less-than attractive setting It is: * a great place for breakfast. * has HUGE lattés * very good but large breakfasts (I had the chilaquiles but craved the banana crepes!) * super-nice help! I will come again, but split the breakfasts and have a plain coffee as my (and friend's) tummy did not react well (we think) to the milk in the latté. I definitely want the specials! read more

A cute little hole in the wall with an interesting menu. From looking at the dishes in the diner, most are over-proportioned. Of the three dishes at our table only the cheese blintzes were worth mentioning. The buttermilk blueberry pancakes tasted like a bland box mix served with cheap syrup-definitely NOT maple syrup. The ham was stringy and tough and the scrambled eggs were bland. On top of that it was ALL cold. The person who got the breakfast burrito reported that it was very bland. While the service was good the food wasn't worth returning for. All in all a very disappointing experience. read more

I had the worst Chicken-Fried Steak in my life there!!! The gravy was not sausage based and tasted horrible. I scraped it off my steak to find the meat wasn't EVEN a steak but some kind of mushy hamburger or meat byproduct? The service was good and the latte was tasty and beautifully presented! read more

It's kinda a hidden gem here in Santa Rosa. The food and service is fantastic. It's a very charming spot. 4th st and Farmers lane.

Due to reputation (and prices) I was expecting amazing. Instead it was pretty good. I got there at opening time on a weekday. It was already fairly full, but I got a small table. Got a menu, coffee, and ordered right away, and the food came quickly for a busy place. The coffee was OK but a bit weaker than I hoped for -- not coffee house quality. I got one refill, but only after my cup had been empty for a while, and only after I asked for it. No more were offered. I ordered the Tex-Mex Scramble, with chorizo, veggies, and avo/sour cream topping. It was fine, slightly too many crunchy bell peppers to my taste. A big hunk of avo on the top with the sour cream. The chorizo was mild in flavor, I hoped it would be spicier, but it was tasty. I had hash browns -- maybe I should have gone for the house potatoes instead. They were pretty ordinary, not really crisp on the outside, but plenty of them. Aside from the one coffee refill, I didn't get much attention, and after the bill was dropped off and my credit card had been sitting out on the table for quite a while, I took it up to the counter to pay. Maybe I just didn't understand the concept of this restaurant. I guess it's not trying to be 'gourmet,' but simply a slightly upgraded version of a diner breakfast. No major complaints, but it just didn't seem to have that 'wow' factor that I was hoping for. tl;dr A good breakfast, but not a great one. read more

Came here for breakfast while in the area for a wedding, the location was super conveniently across the street from the hotel we were staying, and on a relatively busy Saturday morning, we only had to wait for about 10 minutes for our group of four to be sat. The menu had a lot of yummy options and we ended up ordering some of the specials and everything was delicious. My favorite was the corned beef hash, which is made fresh in-house. Feels like a local spot, very cozy, would definitely come back! read more

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Good food, wait time was short. Both indoor and outdoor seating. Hard to find entrance!

Great food, friendly servers! Love coming here for brunch when we're in town. The various hash options are always a hit :-)

Been here a couple of time I always have had a great experience. The service its great. Our server was fantastic. The ambience was a bit loud since we're there on a busy Sunday morning, but nothing annoying. The food and beverages are good. read more

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We wanted to try a place we haven't had before so we came here. We were seated right when we walked inside. We sat at the bar and were greeted by Jennifer who was friendly and took our order. We all enjoyed our breakfast and had no complaints. We would come back again! read more

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Outstanding! A local place with great food and friendly staff. Highly recommend coming here for a delicious breakfast! Lots of menu options as well. Portions are huge. read more

I don't get how these place have good reviews. So hipped up. Won't comment on the unkept parking and bathroom, etc. First impression, burnt coffee. 10am the coffee should not be burned. Ordered Tex Mex. NO chorizo. looked like they maybe did the eggs in the chorizo fat in the pan from the previous order or something. Gave them the benefit in the doubt while I was there, assuming I probably just haven't gotten to the chorizo part. Nope. None. The rest of the food was OK, but there are better places. Will not be back. read more

This spot is amazing! Service was on point, and the food was stellar. I had Eggs Benedict and it was quite possibly the best ever. So were the hash browns, as well! I also had a sausage gravy biscuit, and it was incredibly flavorful. My husband had the Chilaquiles and they were also fantastic. The coffee they serve is legit delicious, too. They have a nice comfy diner vibe with plenty of booths, and the outdoor seating was lovely. So glad we stopped on our way North. Highly, highly recommend!! We will definitely be visiting again when we find ourselves in the area. read more

Jeffrey's Hillside Cafe - Eggs Benedict and biscuits and gravy. Reheated half the Eggs Benedict in an air fryer and it was still perfection. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

This might not look all modern and cutesy like lots of brunch spots these days, but don't underestimate it! It was packed when my friend and I walked in one day, a little after 1:30pm I believe, but luckily we got seats. I ordered the HUGE breakfast burrito....it might've been the best breakfast burrito I've ever had I had to take half home, but you KNOW I devoured the leftovers as soon as I got hungry again my friend got the corned duck hash and I got to taste some - sooo good as well. We didn't have anything we didn't like! I would definitely come back. read more

Jeffrey's Hillside Cafe - My beautiful leftover breakfast burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

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Excellent service and good food. Breakfast burrito was huge! The restaurant is small but we didn't have to wait long. Restrooms are outside . read more

A quaint, local spot with good food and neighborly service. If your in the area I would highly recommend stopping by and giving it a shot. It's a local favorite and its NOT BIG so expect a wait if your coming in during peak times. However the busyness of the place really speaks to its quality of food and service. I don't think you'll ever have a customer complain about the food or leaving hungry. The selections are all classic. I got the eggs benedict and my friends got the Huevos Rancheros and I instantly had food envy lol. We all topped it off with a bloody mary (wine, not vodka) and we were all pretty happy. They also have a nice selection of coffee drinks if you want a special cup of joe. Long story short, go check it out. I might suggest going either early or late in the breakfast window to beat the crowd but you'll love it either way! read more

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Large portions and yummy food! We arrived by 9 am on Saturday and got one of the last tables from the first round of dining. Partway through our meal, most of the restaurant had cleared out before getting fully packed with a line out the door by 9:40 am. I enjoyed my corned duck hash but I felt the ratio of potato to toppings was a bit off. I wish I had more potatoes. My husband was thrown off by the roasted pear in this dish but I liked it! He enjoyed his tex-mex scramble more. I enjoyed my large cup of hot chocolate with its nice presentation of a large marshmallow pad in the middle with a ring of whipped cream. Nice cafe with quick food service! read more

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I'm not very happy with Jeffrey's. Based on recent Health Department inspection records, it's not typical for a Health Department to return on August 14th, 15th, 20th, and 28th without cause. Even when reports state "no violations found," multiple back-to-back inspections are uncommon and raise reasonable questions. Health Department scores are public, and restaurants should be held to the standards reflected in those records. I'm also disappointed that the quality and consistency of the food have declined over the past few years. While the staff can be friendly-especially if you're a local regular- that shouldn't be the exception. Consistency, food quality, and execution should be there for every guest, every visit. Charging $5.00 for a soda when the juices there are cheaper doesn't make sense. Come on, Jeffrey - I've been in the restaurant business for over 40 years, and that kind of pricing decision, without exceptional value behind it, just isn't okay. This is particularly unfortunate given Jeffrey background. His culinary training, long tenure as Executive Chef at John Ash & Company, and deep roots in seasonal, farm-driven cooking set a very high bar. That history is impressive - and it's exactly why the current experience feels like such a miss. Sonoma County has too many strong restaurants for guests to accept anything less than consistent quality and professionalism. read more

It is cute little place, tuck away next to a motel. Food is really good. The wait staff are friendly and accommodating.