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    La Boheme

    4.0 (623 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
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    Shrimp omelette
    Molly B.

    Delicious - and they have kir!! I always judge a spot by their escargot and I was not disappointed! The ingredients were fresh and well balanced and I honestly thought about ordering another. The bread was decent - crunchy on the outside, soft inside, and 4/5 on flavor. The omelette was stuffed with shrimp so it was a really good value and the fruit was honestly the best fruit bowls ever - you could tell it was freshly cut as the flavors were independent and everything was crisp. I was so happy to see kir and kir royale that I had two! The inside is honestly super cute and I'm sad this spot was more packed - it definitely deserves to be! You can tell the staff and chefs actually care about the restaurant, which is always wonderful to experience. I'll be back and explore more - and with a kir of course! Thank you!

    Steak
    Michelle P.

    Went with a large party & the restaurant was able to accommodate well. Service was friendly and attentive. All of the portion sizes were large & definitely left the restaurant feeling full. The steak was good, but nothing to write home about.

    Duck Benedict
    Judy C.

    Our party of 6 arrived a little before noon on a Sunday and were able to be seated indoors right away. All of the outdoor seating was occupied but would have been very nice to sit in given the lovely day. The staff was friendly and service was prompt - really couldn't have asked for more from the staff. We all ordered variations of the brunch dishes and shared a plate of beignets. I got the duck benedict with roasted potatoes as a side. It a solid Benedict dish and I'd get the potatoes again in a heartbeat. I had two nit picks - 1) the poached eggs were a smidge too well done in that the edges of the yolk were solid 2) the duck or hollandaise could use a little more salt or other flavor, although I'll admit it's refreshing to see a restaurant not overdo it on the salt. The beignets themselves were also good. They did not look like what I think of as beignets, having grown up in the South, but these were still soft and went well with the chocolate sauce.

    Cassoulet special.  Not very good.
    Dave K.

    Downgrading to 2 stars after last night's experience where the food was simply not good. Of the four dishes we ordered, only one (charcuterie plate) qualified as "good" and the rest varied from disaster to not good. We ate inside the restaurant for the first time and I have to say the ambiance is quite nice. I wish the food was up to the interior decor. I started with the crab cakes largely because I couldn't find any other starter that appealed to me, which itself was a problem. Why not offer pate de campagne, foie gras, oeufs dur a la mayonnaise, prosciutto/melon, a soup other than cheese-loaded onion (e.g., soupe de poisson), or a starter-size portion of their wonderful mussels? The crab cakes were not good. Swimming in sauce and small cheeseburger-sized they lack flavor and freshness. Even the side salad they came with was kind of limp and the house dressing lacked flavor. (A briefly thought perhaps I'd caught Covid and lost my sense of taste/smell.). My wife's charcuterie plate was very good. If we came again, I'd just split that. I had the cassoulet special and didn't like it. The beans/stew was only lukewarm and not particularly tasty. The pork was sickly salty and very dry. The toulouse sausage was quite good but -- it was preternaturally hot, evoking fears of it having been microwaved. If nothing else, due to the uneven temperature of the ingredients, it's clear that the dish was "assembled" in the kitchen which is maybe the only way to do it, but I don't know. My wife's steak frites was an unmitigated disaster because she ordered it medium-rare and it arrived not medium, not medium-well, but absolutely 100% well done. No pink or red to be found. So we sent it back, I finished my meal while she waited for hers, and the new steak arrived; on the "bleu" side of rare. Barely cooked. My wife ate it, but she didn't enjoy it and personally it drives me insane when you ordered medium rare, get well done, and then very rare on the redo -- almost as if you are the problem and you don't know what medium rare is. We skipped dessert and left. This place gets less French every day and you see it in the food. I won't be back. Oh, and the bread was good.

    Le French Burger
    Ai S.

    Came here as a group of 4 on a Saturday around 11 AM; we had no reservation, but we were seated inside with no wait, which was really nice! Especially since many of the other brunch spots around had a substantial wait. Friendly staff, and a good variety of French-inspired brunch choices! ~The Food~ Le Canard Sandwich - A sandwich which had shredded duck confit, caramelized onions, brie, lettuce, tomatoes, and basil aioli. - I really enjoyed this sandwich, as I thought all the components of the sandwich was well seasoned and paired really well together! The bread was nice and cripsy but fluffy! - I do wish they added a bit more of the caramelized onion. - The sandwich comes with the option of side salad or fries, but the waiter let me know that you can order half salad half fries as an option as well! Went with that and I thought both the fries and salad were great! Special Benedict - A standard Eggs Benedict, but with Salmon cakes + red onions! - The salmon cakes were pretty good! Not too fishy, and was very flakey! - We chose the side of hashbrowns and it was SO crispy and delicious! ~Overall Experience~ - Staff were very friendly and the inside was nice and cozy - Parking is not bad! Usually there's plenty of parking spots in the parking lots around the area! - One small downside: My water glass had a lipstick stain on it so I didn't drink from the glass and made me feel a bit wary about the cleanliness of the other utensils/plates.

    Julie P.

    The place is cute. It definitely has a Paris theme going on. The hosts/servers are friendly and polite. We love the French onion soup there. It is so good. I love the soft onions, sweet tasty broth and the cheese. And when we choose to be bad the soufflé hits the spot. It's warm and moist and oh so delicious.

    Duck Breast (not good)
    Victoria E.

    We went for an early Valentine's day dinner (the 13th instead of the 14th). We had a reservation and 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.

    Beef bourguignon and sad chicken cordon bleu

    Food: -mozzarella with sliced cheap tomatoes with dead flower on top? What's the purpose of the flower? Bad presentation, ok taste -chicken cordon bleu- dried, tasteless, the worst we have ever tasted. -beef bourguignon - it's ok, where is the bacon? And what's up with the flower?? -crème brûlée - meh... Service: ok, the guy sat next to us was done and they never cleaned the table until we left. Ambiance: ok Price: waaaaayyyy overpriced for a lame meal.

    Magret de canard
    Lee L.

    So, since my first visit here about eight years ago, we've come back here a few more times. Each time the experience has been rather good, not fantastic, but enjoyable enough that we keep coming back. We returned a few nights ago for a farewell dinner for my brother-in-law and his daughter. She had never been to a French restaurant before and was excited to give it a try. The menu is diverse, with a lot of familiar French creations. Probably the only thing missing, IMO, is cassoulet. But we had lots of dishes to choose from. Our server (who didn't speak any French, c'est dommage) was very helpful, especially in addressing our questions about allergens. On our table that evening: Escargot - my niece was super thrilled to see this and was eager to try something completely new. I'm plus/minus about escargot; sometimes I feel that they're too earthy, as if they were plucked straight out of our vegetable garden. These were actually pretty good, prepared in a garlicky butter sauce (I think there was an entire stick of butter melted into the dish). The texture was nice, but there was a slight bitterness to a couple of the pieces. Gateaux de crabe/crab cakes - lightly breaded and fried and topped with a thin tartar-like sauce with a small salad. Quite good. Croque monsieur - typical ham and Swiss sandwich with a bechamel sauce and fries on the side. This was a little messy to eat and rather filling, but good nonetheless. Magret de canard/duck breast - rich flavor, generous slices of duck, served with mashed potatoes and vegetables. Well-liked. Mussels with Cajun seasoning - I was a little skeptical of this flavor, as it seemed that it wouldn't be much different a Cajun seafood boil, and I tend to prefer either a garlic or mustard preparation. However, this was actually quite good. The mussels were large and meaty and well-cooked so that they weren't too chewy. The fries on the side were crispy and delicious as well. Coq au vin - this was a special for the evening. The chicken was moist and fell off the bone very nicely, but there were too many small pieces of bone fragments that should have been removed before cooking and serving. But the flavor was delicious. The accompanying vegetables were overcooked, unfortunately, which seems to be a recurring theme here. So, here we are eight years since my initial review, and I'd still say it's a solid four-star experience. It's a tiny bit pricey but not unreasonable, and worth a visit every once in a while.

    Special omelette
    Xiao Z.

    Cute place where we had a galentine brunch. The food was decent, the omelette I ordered came with a cute pan au chocolate. We had a good time there.

    Vegetarian croque monsieur
    Vidya R.

    As a vegetarian I found really yumm food . We had white and red wine and the owner gave me a little bit to taste to ensure I liked it . The artichoke goat cheese croquettes with salad was really yum and I never realized how great this pairing works . The spinach ravioli tasted great as other reviewers have also suggested . The vegetarian croque monsieur was fine . The profiteroles with the vanilla ice cream and hot chocolate were out of the world and we couldn't stop eating . It's a small place but with a lovely ambience . The owner was so friendly and i had a lovely conversation with him on music and food . Make reservations before you head here . It's a place i will come again and maybe this time i will try their brunch .

    Menu
    Annabelle R.

    Adorable french restaurant serving exotic dishes like rabbit and bison, also duck one of my faves. For dinner, we got the charcuteri et patés (duck & pork paté, sliced sausage, and pickles) as an appetizer, lapin a la moutarde (rabbit dish with a creamy savory mustard sauce), and magret de canard (pan seared duck breast sliced into bite size pieces). Our sides were exactly the same in both entrees, the vegetables kinda soggy but the flavor good, and the mashed potatoes were fluffy and buttery. The mango and pomegranate mimosa was delicious and refreshing. We made online reservations and chose outdoor seating, but were seated indoors when we arrived, which was just as lovely so it was fine. They advertise live jazz on Friday nights on their website, but there was none during our visit (first Friday of the new year), so I'm not sure the season for this. We enjoyed our meals nonetheless in this beautiful french inspired setting, with lovely artworks on the walls, friendly and professional service, and good vibes all around.

    Ciara A.

    I went up to Stanford to visit a friend and we popped into this restaurant after Joanie's Cafe next door was closed on a Sunday. We were greeted and seated almost immediately inside. The inside was quite small but they had a large area outside as well. The waitstaff was very attentive and continuously made rounds to fill up our waters. The staff were knowledgeable about the menu and were able to answer questions we had. Most of us ordered omelettes. I personally had the cocotte that had tomato and chicken sausage. Since it was a weekend, we were able to order a pain au chocolat. We didn't know the food also came out with a mini croissant or pain au chocolat- so we likely wouldn't order the regular full sized version next time. Our omelettes were okay but the real stars were the crispy potatoes and the beignets. They were soft and pillowy with the perfect amount of powdered sugar and delicious chocolate dipping sauce. I would not be surprised if I found myself eating here again!

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    4.4(1.6k reviews)
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    Not a terrible brunch spot, definitely worth the visit! But I did have some concerns…read more We ordered a special churro dalgona coffee, 5minutes of Heaven Shake, the OMG sandwich, and a half stack of the cookie butter pancakes! The food was very good to say the least, this amount of food was perfect for us. Though not too much of an issue (if this is the case) but the pancakes to me taste very very very similar to pancakes made with the Krusteaz brand pancake mix, I only say this because I had pancakes that used that specific brand's mix not too long before eating here. Regardless, the food was very delicious. For me and my girlfriend, the drinks were OKAY at best. To me, the coffee didn't have much "churro" taste in there besides the little churro treat that was added in the drink as a topping. The 5 minutes of Heaven shake threw us off a little because we weren't expecting the drink to be almost room temperature, we would have liked it to be cold like how our coffee was! Overall not too bad of a visit, definitely would come back if I'm ever in the Palo Alto area again.

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    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...

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    4.4(491 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    Driving back from Morgan Hill on a Sunday morning, we wanted to find somewhere for brunch before…read moreheading into San Francisco. This place popped up, and once we parked, we realized it was right by the farmers market... so clearly we had made the right choice. We got there right when they opened, so no wait, and grabbed a table inside near their very pretty bar. I had already stalked the menu a bit and had my order figured out for both of us: pistachio pancakes and the chicken mole breakfast tacos. And honestly, both were excellent and exactly what we needed after a wedding the night before involving a few (too many?) cocktails. The pistachio pancakes were delicious, but DO NOT skip the syrupp. I'm pretty sure there's cardamom in it, and whatever they're doing, it takes the pancakes to another level. And the chicken mole breakfast tacos? I've never actually seen mole incorporated into a breakfast taco before, but it totally works. A little unusual, very flavorful, and definitely not your standard breakfast taco. Hubby also wants to add that the coffee was very good!

    We came in a Sunday and if you come too early there is always an amazing farmers market you can…read morewalk around at. Because of timing for other errands we came at 10:30 am and they were open on time and ready. Sitting outside or inside is amazing, outside you get the crowd and the sun. Inside you get amazing interior design. My overall feedback is this is one of the rare "fancy" Mexican places that justify the price and justification. Everything is above average in taste and execution. Brunch Tacos mole: chicken mole poblano, scrambled eggs, huitlacoche, tortillas, epazote crema, fried shallots & avocado. Perfect portioning and the salad that came with it had a fantastic dressing. I pulled some chicken out and gave it to my wife and then it was perfect, a bit too overstuff before. The mole and overall taste were quite good though. Chilaquiles: tortilla chips sautéed in chile de árbol-guajillo salsa, topped with queso fresco, cilantro crema, and an egg. My wife loved this so much it made her question every time she didn't order it before. Fried egg sandwich: two over easy eggs on house baked brioche bun, chipotle aioli, avocado, bacon, cheddar cheese, fried shallot. Kids loved this and happily ate the leftover after. Iced Mexican Cafe: delicious iced coffee with a distinct Mexican taste. Distrito Verde: mezcal, basil, lemon, and falernum. Simple but refreshing brunch cocktail, really paired well with the mole tacos. Chips and salsa: These are not free but worth the price. Both the chips and the 2 salsa are of extremely good quality and preparation. Abnormally tasty and the kids went crazy eating it.

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    3.7(669 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    Anniversary dinner!…read more Wife and I enjoyed exploring the gallery and getting ideas until it was dinner time. I had made a reservation online. Super easy process, had no issues. Mentioned in the reservation that it was our anniversary, what wine was our preference and nice seating - whatever that may be heheh. My only problem is that they ask for this information and yet it felt like they didn't proactively, beforehand, do anything with it. Oh well. Beyond that, Philip was a star, great host. Very attentive and timely. Took pictures when we requested and was just overall delightful I guess to be expected, but all portions were very small (reference pictures for more detail). But although small, they all had BIG flavor! Every single bite was savored and enjoyed.

    A bit over hyped !…read more The restaurant itself is absolutely beautiful. The ambiance, decor, and overall atmosphere were definitely the highlight of our experience--it's a very lovely place with a sophisticated and inviting feel. We visited to celebrate my birthday, and while our server was friendly, I felt the service lacked attentiveness throughout our visit. When we were seated, we were asked again what the occasion was, so we were expecting perhaps a small birthday gesture or acknowledgment. Unfortunately, nothing was done for my birthday, while we noticed the table next to us received a nice birthday gesture. It was a little disappointing, especially since the occasion had been specifically mentioned. As for the food, there were definitely some hits and misses. My mom ordered the chicken sandwich, but the bread was extremely over-toasted. When I took a bite, it was so hard and sharp that it actually cut my gums, which was definitely not something we expected. On the positive side, the salmon and truffle fries were delicious and probably the best part of our meal. However, while they were good, I wouldn't say the food overall was quite at a 5-star level. Overall, I think this restaurant has a lot of potential. The setting is gorgeous and the ambiance is beautiful, and our server was kind, but the lack of attentiveness and some issues with the food made the experience feel more like a 3-star visit for us. I would consider coming back, but I would hope for a more attentive experience and better attention to the small details next time.

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    4.3(1.1k reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$

    Had a reservation for 6pm and was seated right away after arrival…read more It was our first time at Wildseed and we were impressed. My friend and I shared the mushroom bao, rigatoni pomodoro and corn pizza. Our favorites were the mushroom bao and corn pizza. I really love the use of coconut milk in the mozzarella. We also opted for the peach galette at the end. The peaches were pretty tart but the ice cream complimented it well. Only con we had that night was the AC was blasting and it got pretty chilly towards the end of our meal.

    I came to this restaurant two days in a row because I really enjoyed my first experience…read more Unfortunately, my second visit was noticeably different, and it really highlighted one of the biggest challenges for any restaurant: consistency. First Visit - Nearly 5 Stars On my first visit, I ordered: * Beet Poke * Mushroom Bao * Kale Caesar Salad with Falafel The beet poke was fantastic. It was fresh, light, and packed with seaweed, with a delicious dressing that brought everything together. There were great textures and flavors, and I would have happily ordered it again. The mushroom bao was another standout. The mushroom was perfectly fried, tucked inside a soft, fluffy bao, and topped with a tangy slaw. Great combination of crispy, soft, savory, and acidic. The kale Caesar salad was also delicious. Fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. At this point, I was thinking 5 stars and was excited enough to come back the very next day. Second Visit - A Different Experience I ordered: * Beet Poke * Mushroom Bao * Kale Caesar Salad * Potato Pizza Unfortunately, things were much more inconsistent. The beet poke was probably the biggest disappointment. There was barely any seaweed, very little textural contrast, and the dressing tasted completely different from the day before. It was also barely dressed. If this had been my first experience with the dish, I honestly would not have ordered it again. The mushroom bao was still good, but it didn't taste the same as the previous day. The slaw was noticeably spicy this time, whereas it hadn't been spicy at all on my first visit. It made me wonder if there were different chefs or if the recipes/preparations simply weren't being followed consistently. The kale Caesar was the one dish that remained consistent, still delicious on day two. The potato pizza was underwhelming and definitely something I wouldn't order again. The flavor combo wasn't working with me. We also got the gluten free crust which was not great. Almost more of a cracker than a pizza crust. The Verdict: If I were reviewing this restaurant based only on my first visit, I would have given it 5 stars. The food was fresh, creative, flavorful, and genuinely memorable. But after coming back the very next day and having several dishes taste noticeably different, I had to take a few stars away. I'm not sure if there were different chefs, different prep, or something else going on behind the scenes, but consistency is such a key part of a great restaurant experience, especially when you're paying restaurant prices. When a dish is fantastic one day and just okay the next, it's hard to know what experience you're actually going to get. The ambience is great, and while the service was friendly, it was also a bit slow. Overall, I still see the potential here, and my first visit was genuinely excellent. I just wish the second visit had lived up to it.

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    Wildseed - Interior during a midday lull

    Interior during a midday lull

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    BEET TOSTADAS

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    Cafe Borrone - Spicy sausage sandwich

    Cafe Borrone

    3.9(2.2k reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$

    Saturday 9/12/26 10:30AM Pacific Standard. Quite busy on…read moreour arrival, so I let the Duchess wait in line while I fetched a table for us. Yeah, chivalry is pretty much dead. Parking: Underground garage, stairs or lift (elevator) up one floor to the Cafe Barrone and Keplers Book Store. We were lucky as I was able to find a table outside. Indoor seating is available and that is also where you place your order. When you pay, you are given a number to place on your table. Order regular coffee here and hot chocolate, or special coffees at another counter. They forgot to give the Duchess the regular coffee, but noticed the mistake at the special counter and brought the coffee to the Duchess while she was picking up her hot chocolate. Smoked Salmon Bagel Platter $22.00: Smoked Salmon, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Capers, Red Onion, & Whipped Cream Cheese with your choice of toasted bagel. My choice: Forever bagel. The dish was was plentiful, smelling and tasting deliciously fresh. Large dollop of cream cheese was much appreciated. Bagel was nicely toasted and there was no hole for ingredients to fall through. Loved that! ORGANIC BEET SALAD $15.00 Roasted organic beets, grapefruit, pickled fennel, avocado, goat cheese, & house balsamic vinaigrette. Title should have said ORGASMIC, because the Duchess proclaimed it to be the very best salad she has ever been served in her realm (wink!) CUSTARD sorry no price, my bad. Duchess says she could eat a 55 gallon drum of this creamy rich dessert. Covered with a dusting of fresh nutmeg making it downright addictive. Drinks: Regular Coffee Taylor Maid Farms Drip $4.75 was nothing to write home about. Would not order it again. It looked like coffee, but no taste on the tongue Hot Chocolate $5.00 Duchess made a rookie mistake and tried to sip it before sucking off some of the whip cream, the chocolate milk flowing lovingly down her white flowery dress. Being the "quite proper" Brit, there was no audible curse. Still, she found it very tasty, with a strong chocolate flavor, which left her wishing she had ordered the large cup. Trendy, bustling, loud crowd. Casual dress is the order. Noise level is not so much as to be painful. If your wearing hearing aids, you may enjoy removing one. Sadly, all the staff were walking around with seriously sullen faces. Our server delivered our order with word unspoken, expressionless. So we were pleasantly surprised with Miguel, who while bussing our table was smiling and downright charming. 5 stars to this young man. Yes, we were here to eat, but it is nice to not feel your attending a funeral, when your spending dollars. Tips start at 18% and up. For what? You basically wait on yourself. Will return, as there are many dishes and drinks to relish. Yeah . . . we did leave a tip. Oh!! And the Duchess paid the tab. Drinks all around.

    Always great, outdoor indoor, beautiful outdoor area with tables and fountain. Next to Keplers…read morebooks. - parking downstairs- lower level garage. - big menu- full lunch dinner. Breakfasts- sandwiches, roll ups, chocolate chip cookies - student, casual ambiance - big menu -check hours, closed some days Your order will be brought to you. Waiters will bring more regular coffee.

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    Cafe Borrone - Step inside and place your order at counter.

    Step inside and place your order at counter.

    Cafe Borrone - Ravioli

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