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    North Bay Cafe

    4.2 (166 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Catherine P.

    Not much open on Thanksgiving, so it was a nice surprise to find this place open, and close to the movie theater. It's in the same building as the Boulevard Theater on the Petaluma Blvd road side. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's cute and quaint. Lots of seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I was greeted immediately and told to have a seat and they'd get to me. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was very busy, though I wasn't in a hurry.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered the French toast combo with gluten-free toast. They had to have added egg nog to the egg dip, as that was what it tasted like. Loved that touch. It was worth the wait.

    Yup is is right on the main drag

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Space is light and airy. Tall glass windows looking out on to Petaluma Blvd gives a wonderful view of the goings on while having lunch or breakfast.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Between the 3 of us we had their BLT on rye , vegetarian on sourdough, and a breakfast scramble with a fun mango mimosa. Did not get the name of our server but this guy was Great! Fun , knowledgeable about the menu, accommodating-said I could relax but could not take off my shoes and engaging. Service was prompt and even though they close at two they did not kick us out at 2. Encouraged us to stay a little longer until the No Kings crowd had cleared out so we weren't fighting traffic to get home. Very thoughtful of them to look out for us like that. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Highly recommend if there is another No Kings walk getting here ahead of time. It is a very comfortable front row seat to clever signs and interesting people watching.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]We had a wonderful visit - our first time at the sunny, inviting North Bay Cafe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our server greeted us warmly, then set to work getting our beverages. The menu was full of great-looking options, including many gluten-free items. The food was delicious, and our server had deep experience, including how to please a three year-old. The portions were large, so we got to take home some leftovers. I tipped our server 25%, probably the second time in my life that I've thought so much about food service performance. Way to go, Alex! We're spending time with family in Petaluma. And I'm already looking forward to our next visit. We will definitely be back for more!

    2 eggs over easy with a ham steak. A large bowl of fruit, and coffee!
    Michael L.

    I was expecting somewhat of a busy restaurant but it was actually pretty dead for 9 AM on a Saturday morning There were many things on the menu that sounded good but I'm not really doing white carbs right now so I was able to limit my choices easily. This seems like a family business and I felt right at home with a nice greeting and friendly interactions with the various staff. I ended up ordering the egg plate with ham and fruit. I mentioned that I wasn't interested in the toast or dollar cakes and my waitress asked if I'd like more fruit. I said "yes" and "thanks very much!". Although the ham was a bit bland (I should be grateful that it wasn't too salty), there was a ton of food and I was pretty full when I left. I would definitely recommend North Bay Cafe for breakfast and I would try them for lunch too!

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    Carolyn S.

    Service was great, very friendly and a good sense of humor which I always appreciate. Food was good, coffee was great and the hot chocolate was the best I've found so far on my quest for the best hot cocoa (I'd give it a 7/10 - I'm pretty picky with my cocoa) [[HIGHLIGHT]]Enjoyed a nice meal with my kid.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 7/10 will come back.

    The food was... Just ok!!!
    Jesse P.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]You have to love the vibe of this place on a Sunday morning.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My wife and I visited while driving through Petaluma, so so good! I had the veggie omelet, a side of bacon and a side of sausage. My wife had the quesadilla. You have to love the food and the service here. This place is a definite when in or traveling through Petaluma.

    After spending the night at Bodega Bay, my husband and I were looking for a spot to eat breakfast. Passing through Petaluma we spotted "North Bay Cafe". As soon as we walked in we were greeted so we felt welcome. The gentleman that served us was super nice My husband had the green chilaquiles which he was very satisfied with his plate. I had the chorizo avocado omelette super tasty. We are planning on bringing our son and his family to try it.

    Organic ketchup
    Charles L.

    Once they used to have organic ketchup in this place, first rate ! Now they've downgraded to "fancy..." But still Great service. Great location. No downsides to this wonderful restaurant except for the Smuckers (high fructose corn syrup) jelly they serve PLUS fresh-squeezed orange juice. Wowza.

    Rosa A.

    Brunch time had a breakfast sandwich on a croissant it was fresh, hot, and not salty. Other places can overdo meal size this was perfect. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice staff and clean restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

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    Make Your Own Scramble w/ Spinach, Peppers, & Mushrooms ($14 + $1.5/spinach + $1.50/peppers + $1.50/shrroms)
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    0.2 mi
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    Chicken Dinner
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    4.3
    (334 reviews)
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    Came here for breakfast on a busy Sunday. Didn't have to wait too long to be seated and parking was…read morepretty easy to find as it's inside of a plaza. They have a lot of great options on the menu, but my cousin recommended getting either a sandwich or breakfast burrito as him and his wife had already come here before and said they were really good. I opted for a sausage breakfast burrito and a guava mimosa. Drinks came quickly which was good to hold us over while we waited on our food. It was pretty busy. Burrito was a good size and came with sour cream and salsa on the side. Not as seasoned as I would have liked inside the burrito so I'm glad there were condiments. Hot sauce and ketchup along with other condiments are on the table already. My other cousin ordered the chilaquiles. Big portion. Lots of meat and he pretty much ate all of it lol the burrito was big so I could only finish half. Burrito wasn't bad but I wish I would've gotten the sandwich instead. It looked really good! Restaurant was a good size, clean, spacious and servers were nice and attentive. I would definitely come back to try other food on the menu.

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    Inside the store
    Country Skillet. Awesome sausage gravy!
    Country Skillet. Awesome sausage gravy!
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    Veggie hash
    Online menu showing photo of fried chicken sandwich & listing what's on it. (Does not match in-person restaurant menu)

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    4.2
    (1.2k reviews)
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    $$

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    Omelette with white cheddar, mushrooms, onions and spinach.
    Omelette with white cheddar, mushrooms, onions and spinach.
    1st time I've been here and there's no line! 7.4.24"! Hee

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    1st time I've been here and there's no line! 7.4.24"! Hee
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    Outdoor dining by the river.
    Outdoor dining by the river.
    Daily specials.
    Daily specials.
    Fresh baked good daily. Cookies,breads,croissants,quiche,tarts,etc.

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    4.5
    (292 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$

    This was my second visit to Pearl, prompted by plans with a friend who regularly stops in when he's…read morepassing through Sonoma County. The seasonal menu's offerings were ideal for a rainy April day, when their cassoulet, bocadillo and other cozy options provided the comfort food we were craving. I loved the colorful tables and tasteful decor. It was clearly a regular lunch destination for many of the diners. The bar was packed during the rush, around noon, as well as the other indoor seats. My lunch friend mentioned that the restaurant is owned and operated by a husband and wife team: Annette and Brian. The regulars were greeted with familiarity. It wasn't the kind of place where you're rushed for your order, nor is it a dine and dash location. The menu - both food and drink - has tantalizing options, so it's best to come back repeatedly. My Turkish Coffee arrived quickly after I ordered it, despite Annette being the only server on the floor. I enjoyed the Bocadillo too, especially the pickled vegetables that accompany the sandwich. For those complaining that the portions were small or that the prices were high, the quality of ingredients and depth of flavor are worth the cost and my portion was more than enough to satisfy my appetite, plus I left with the other half of my sandwich as an offering for my hungry twenty-something at home. We ordered a rice pudding for dessert and dug in before I was able to snap a picture! It was delicious though, with the poached blueberries and almonds offering an ideal balance of texture and flavor to earn this simple dessert my esteem. Next time I want to try the beet & sour cream cake though!

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