Cafe Bernardo (Davis) is that easy brunch spot where you meet a friend, lose track of time, and…read moresuddenly you've been there forever. Order at the counter, grab a seat, and it somehow still feels relaxed and taken care of. Tons of vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options and everything's labeled, which I appreciate. Pro tip... talk to the cashier. They can tweak a lot more than what's listed. I ended up with a grain bowl that was actually good good and an iced tea that hit. The space is really cute with indoor outdoor seating, even if I'll admit the Sacramento location has a little more personality. Service here though? So solid. Friendly, helpful, and patient with all the questions. I do think table service would level it up, but honestly we had a great time and didn't miss it that much. Easy, reliable, and a yes for a casual brunch catch up.

It is downtown Davis and with any downtown area comes the difficulty of finding parking. After a…read morefew circles around, I was able to find a parking spot. The good thing is most are 2 hour free parking. Came in on a Saturday around 10am and it was pretty packed but still a couple of tables open. At first I thought it was two separate sides of the restaurant, one being sit down service and the other being counter service but figured it out after seeing people have order number stands sitting on their table. You go up to the counter to order and pay, they give you a number to put on your table and the food will come to your table. Water is self serve and they also have ice where you can scoop yourself into your cup or if you have a reusable water bottle. I ordered the eggs Benedict and the poached eggs were perfect. The potatoes come with a little sauce tin of ketchup on the side. I wish each table had ketchup so you could use as much ketchup to your heart's desire without bugging someone.

Stopped by Crepeville after walking around the Farmer's Market, and this place was BUSY! But even…read morewith how crowded it was, the service was quick and everyone was really friendly. The restaurant has such a cute, quaint diner feel, with a mix of booths and tables that makes it feel cozy and casual. I also loved the little tile decorations featuring fruits and veggies throughout the space. And the menu is written in chalk, which adds to that old-school neighborhood diner charm. The guy with the piercings at the register was especially nice. He was super helpful when we were ordering, and we loved his smile and attitude. You can tell when someone genuinely enjoys helping people, and he definitely made a great impression on us. We ordered the Mediterranean Crepe, Greek Delight Crepe, and Chorizo & Egg Breakfast Burrito, along with hot chocolate, coffee, and a sweet macchiato. The Mediterranean Crepe was savory and packed with Mediterranean flavors, while the Greek Delight Crepe had that delicious combination of fresh, bright flavors that made every bite enjoyable. The Chorizo & Egg Breakfast Burrito was hearty and satisfying, with flavorful chorizo and fluffy eggs wrapped up in a warm tortilla. Definitely the kind of breakfast that hits the spot after walking around the market! For drinks, we had hot chocolate, coffee, and a sweet macchiato. The hot chocolate was warm and comforting, the coffee was perfect for a morning pick-me-up, and the sweet macchiato gave us a nice little something sweet to sip on with breakfast. Everything came out pretty quickly, especially considering how busy they were, and everything was delicious! It was such a nice stop after the Farmer's Market, and we'll definitely be back. Cute diner atmosphere, good food, quick service, and genuinely friendly people--what's not to love? Definitely a place to add to the list if you're in the area!

Crepeville is really about a 4.25 but I have it 5 stars because I don't understand how their rating…read moreis below 4 stars! Yes, parking can be tough when the students come back, but that's how it always is in Davis. The food here is great! I've had several of their savory crepes and I love them all whereas my cousin always gets one of their sweet crepes. This time I tried the "savory crepe" which had shrimp, pesto, Parmesan, bell peppers, and I think mushrooms if I remember correctly. I LOVED it. So delicious! And so much food! It came with a "half salad" which I got to choose, so I chose the Fuji salad, it was huge! It was the size of a regular salad! All of this for $19. I also got the ginger shot mixed in carrot juice which I loved. You order at the counter and then receive a number and choose your own table, then they bring your order to you when you are ready. Everyone was very nice, and patient, and helpful. We stayed in the restaurant until closing and they never rushed us out. There is tons of seating inside and outside! I will keep coming back here over and over. I love their crepes!

Flavor of sandwiches and bagels were good, but portions of smoked salmon on a "salmon bagel" was…read moreactually insulting small. Two little slices with exactly 4 capers each is ridiculous for a 10$ price point. Got us sitting in lawn chairs but want to upcharge for tiny portions. Is this business trying to be a low-price community spot, or a fancy & stingy restaurant? I couldn't tell..

I love coming here. It's such a chill, quiet spot, and a great place to get a coffee and get a…read morelittle work done. The avocado toast is so tasty on good quality bread--and the pickled onions on top really do it for me. I've also tried a couple of their sandwiches, most recently the turkey pesto sandwich, and they've been bangers. The cashier is always very personable and helpful. If I could wish for anything, it would be that food portions are a little bigger, but the flavor makes up for it. It's such a nice spot and not far off campus if you want a quick bite and to get away from the coho crowd. One of these days I really need to see one of the shows they host every so often!

FIRST time here and already plotting my return. THREE LADIES CAFE is perfect when I'm trying to be…read morea little healthy but still want options... HUGE vegan menu plus a full regular menu, so bringing non-vegans is actually stress-free. The menu is no joke... super extensive, daily specials, big drink lineup... expect to stare at it for a minute. And the space? Cute, quiet, low-key... a spot where you can actually relax without chaos.

Overpriced to the MAX, "okay" service, coffee was absolutely horrible. The vibe was okay but the…read moreprice-to-coffee ratio was unsettling. Never going back.

We love this bagel shop in Davis. A pretty extensive menu…read moreand they also have lot of drink options. Ready to go in the fridge or order drinks to be made. The staff are friendly and orders are made pretty quick. They have a great selection of cream cheese flavors for the bagel of your choice. We've also tried their bagel sandwiches which are very filling! Great size.

Solid spot. I like how it doesnt close hella early. Cheaper than a heavy sandwich but more…read moresatisfying and filling. I come back here more than the other bagel places in Davis. Friendly workers, great to pick up a sandwich and sit in the sun.

Came here after seeing the photos on Yelp. My husband was craving a fried chicken sandwich. Thanks…read moreto Yelp-found this place. My husband ordered the Super Cluk and I ordered Chicken and Waffles. The first bite of his sandwich he was happy we came here. He said that the chicken was seasoned well, bacon was delicious and the waffle was exactly how he likes it. The egg was the icing on the cake (sandwich). Just the combination he loves. My chicken and waffle was exactly what I was craving. Light and malty taste. Comes with cute bottles of maple syrup. Chicken tenders are delicious and perfectly fried. Also had the strawberry milkshake. So good that there was none left. A staff member came out to check on how we enjoyed the food and I was happy to report that it was delicious. Enjoyed the food and sat outside on a beautiful evening. We will be back with our family to share this gem.

Came in on a Saturday with one person working. I felt so bad for her she was the only one there to…read moretake orders, prep food, bring food out, etc. Absolutely unacceptable and makes you wonder how/if one person can properly clean and keep food fresh while being alone to run the entire place. She did a great job and everything came out hot and fresh but something didn't sit right with our stomachs unfortunately. Again, I don't blame this one girl who was trying her best. Management is to blame. We won't be going back.

Mishka's Cafe in Davis is a solid choice for a cup of coffee and breakfast. This is especially true…read moreif you're a student and want a place to read or study while enjoying your food. There is a lot of table space in the cafe and when UC Davis is in session, I've found many of the tables to be occupied by students doing just that. Mishka's Cafe has been around since 1995 and is a beloved place in Davis. It's a traditional cafe that has a welcoming atmosphere. When you first walk into the cafe you'll see the food case just to your left. It is filled with cafe items such as croissants, muffins, and cookies. There are savory items as well as sweet. I found the quality of the food here to be quite good and unique. Sometimes cafe food just feels like it came from somewhere else, but even if these did, they have a uniqueness about them. For example, the chocolate croissant is very flakey with a good amount of chocolate in the interior. It really surprised me! I also found the ham and cheese croissant to be very rich in flavor. My only gripe about either or these items was the heating method. I'm not sure how they are heated up, but they feel as though they used one of those quick heaters to quickly get them ready rather than a good toaster to get the items nice and crisp. As good as they are they were a bit limp due to the heating method. In terms of coffee, it's perfectly adequate. They have special offerings as well as their traditional menu. I found the coffee to be mild and friendly. It's not too strong nor very unique. It's just a solid cup. Sometimes that's really all you need.

Good coffee but very unfriendly and unhelpful service. Always crowded, more so when UCD is in…read moresession.

If you are lucky enough to walk up and it's not busy, you're in for a treat. As mentioned in other…read morereviews this place gets busy and when it does you may be in for a wait. We didn't experience this (hence five stars) and the breakfast was fantastic. Highly recommend the banana, almond butter, honey, and candied walnut bread. Delicious.

Best, quick breakfast I had in town! Service was friendly and quick, and I enjoyed the outdoor…read moreseating inside the early AM. Tasted like fresh ingredients and I noticed a bread delivery that morning from another local business. Was happy to support this small business with a quaint ambiance!

I was on my way to Sacramento, but decided to stop by Davis for a late lunch. This is my first time…read moredining at this chain restaurant and was pleasantly surprised. Love the theme inside the restaurant, felt as if I were in a cabin with all the cute bear decor. Even the menu matched the theme since they were meant to be like newspapers. Specials are available too. There was quite an extensive menu of brunch, lunch, and everything in between. I love that there was a section of light bites as I wasn't really hungry. I opted for the one of the light entrees and it came with 2 strips of bacon, eggs, broccoli, and bread. Everything was cooked just right, not too greasy or dry. I had a few bites of the onion rings, and that was great too. Service was fine and as expected. Ample parking in the lot or street parking. Overall, I had a great impression of Black Bear Diner and would be open to checking out their other locations closer to home. #32/2025

HAVE AGAIN: 1 egg breakfast with bacon and biscuit was very good, although the butter was too…read morefridge-hard. Good service. NOT HAVE AGAIN: Hash browns were overcooked and too crunchy.

For a fine dining restaurant, The Mustard Seed delivered on almost all notes. The crab cakes were…read moreflavorful where I could actually taste the crab, and the ribeye and lamb chops were delectable. Both were cooked to a perfect medium rare with glazed sauces that cut through the fatiness. The one ding however was that the duck was overcooked and tough, more well done than the expected medium rare. Besides that, the food was fantastic! Definitely worth a try for fine dining in Davis.

Adorable little restaurant in what looks like a single-family home gives it a very intimate vibe…read more I had booked a reservation for 5:45 PM to make a 7 PM show at the university, I received a call at 4:30 PM asking if that was in fact my plan and if I could come a little bit earlier. I was happy to oblige. Fabulously attentive service. The goat cheese butter with the bread was a great start. Decadence in a bite. Then the rack of lamb with potato croquette arrived and honestly stole the whole meal -- perfectly crisp outside, creamy all the way through. The rack of lamb was cooked correctly but lacked character. Lamb should taste like lamb, and this one played it too safe. Not bad, just forgettable. The vegetables let the plate down. Overcooked Brussels sprouts and unevenly cooked sweet potato aren't what you expect at this price point. Worth the visit. That croquette alone earns it.