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Pat's Cafe

4.1 (968 reviews)
Closed 7:30 am - 2:00 pm

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Good for kids

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Lili M.

Came here for a birthday breakfast for my mom and it was great. The cafe is small but charming, you can tell it has been here for a while and is a favorite to a lot of folks. The staff were super nice, the menu has tons of options, and the portions were huge. My brother got the Mexican omelette, I got the biscuits and sausage gravy, and my mom the Mexican chilaquiles. We also shared a two stack of pancakes. We left super full and satisfied after our meal. Would come again.

Genie M.

We hadn't eaten breakfast and we were looking for a place that had breakfast around noon. My omelet was stuffed with fresh tomatoes and spinach. The sourdough toast with butter was perfectly toasted and the right amount of butter. The coffee was good. My family members were happy with their food as well. The owner Pat checked on us. She introduced us to the chef. The host and staff were all attentive to all the patrons. There is art for sale that you can purchase, lots of great photos of The Bay area. The seating was comfy with cushioned benches as well as regular chairs. I would definitely return when I am in San Francisco!

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Skeeter S.

This place is Special! If you're in the North Beach area and need a real breakfast, this is your spot. It is crazy busy, but they work fast and you'll be sat in no time. The menu covers all the staples and some real specialities like chilaquiles. Fantastic service, I really can't say that enough...these guys rock. For the win...House Coffee, Steak and Eggs, and a pancake side.

We took Waymo to Pat's!
Joseph S.

We were visiting SF for a few days, and we were looking for a breakfast spot. We wanted a restaurant that was too far to walk to, but not too far to drive to. Why? We were going to take a Waymo (for the first time) to the restaurant, and were a little wary of driving too far with no one in the car except us. We made it - the ride was smooth and relaxing - however, the Waymo stopped just around the block from Pat's - it was a 'quick walk around the block'. We saw the party next to us had ordered pancakes and French Toast, both of which looked good. However, we both opted for the omelettes with biscuits and potatoes. I had cheese, mushrooms, onions and peppers. My partner had the same, only substituting the peppers for spinach. The omelettes were delicious-they must whip the eggs quite well to get such a fluffy and light texture. While the veggies tasted vibrant and fresh, the vegetables were not sautéed at all. I was a little surprised that they were added after slicing, as I'm used to a softer veggie in my omelette. The biscuits were very good - we asked for honey to drizzle on top, which is a favorite of mine! The potatoes were excellent - not greasy with a nice grill on the outside and soft inside.

Checking this out for first time.  It is PACKED!
Frank T.

Holly Shishito Peppers Batman! This place is amazing. Came at lunch on Sunday and it was packed to the rafters. Everyone on Yelp was raving on the crepes and pancakes. My Mom makes the best crepes so I went with one pancake since I sensed that would be enough, especially since I was gonna get the biscuits and gravy. The plate came and I was like Holy Toledo Robbin. The picture does not give it justice. There was so much food and so good. The pancake had to be a foot wide, and it came with melted butter already on it. I love butter with my pancake. There were 3 fluffy biscuits and massive amounts of gravy, plus two eggs and potatoes. I was in breakfast heaven. The biscuits and gravy were better than I have had in TX and that says something. I will be back every day this week to try other dishes.

Blair P.

I love Pat's Cafe. Service is always thorough and helpful, and food comes out quickly. Today I got the Ranchero breakfast which is a fried crispy corn tortilla topped with black beans, egg, cheese and on the side there is sour cream and avocado. It's super tasty. I paired it with coffee. There is ample indoor seating and a few outdoor tables too. Super cute spot with cozy ambiance.

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Stephanie W.

We found Pat's Cafe while on a weekend birthday trip to the Bay Area. A really cozy spot with the fluffiest pancakes you could ever want! The service was excellent and quick. The latte made to perfection! This is a must stop if you are near Fisherman's Wharf!

Pancakes special with eggs and bacon.

Great food and great service. Our go to spot when we visit San Francisco. Definitely recommend!

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this is a 10/10 diner. As a self proclaimed diner connoisseur, this is high on my list - if not the highest. I ate here 3/5 mornings I was in SF, the eggs Benedict were some of the best I've ever had, and the Nutella crepes may have changed my life. I love pat's cafe

Granola, Banana Pancakes.

What a great find! We went twice. LOVED the Ranchero breakfast. Friendly, clean and easy to get to from the trolley station!

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Andrew B.

Excellent! Great place off the tourist path a little but really close to the bottom of Lombard St where you'll take photos of the crooked street. Loved the food, super great service, and kick ass Brazilian dude playing music out front. Had a margarita which was great. Coffees were excellent. Pats hash was amazing. Avocado toast excellent. Also had a dish with eggs, peppers etc that was amazing. Highly recommend!

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Great food, great service and friendly vibe. This is a great spot that does not need anything else.

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Staff was nice! Cold eggs and no coffee refills! Plates cold... Bacon cold !!! Needs a little help in the kitchen

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1 year ago

We found Pat's when Visiting town over Christmas week. Ate breakfast almost everyday. Tasty food. Staff is friendly and efficient.

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Love the 5 stars. Glad you had a good visit. See ya next time!!

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The food and service was perfect! We will come back again tomorrow for breakfast. Thank you

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Food was good. Service was kind. The wait wasn't very long. Wry neighborhood friendly

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Mr East Kitchen

Mr East Kitchen

4.5
(1k reviews)
1.7 mi
$$
Casual dining
Vegetarian friendly

Food was absolutely amazing! we got the chicken and waffles and it was delicious! the chicken was…read morecrispy and juicy and the waffle was nice and fluffy! but what really stood out was the service! we had the pleasure to meet a server named Ben, He was very nice and explained every question that we asked very kindly! Just an amazing experience overall! will be coming again!!

If you're looking for an Asian fusion brunch place in SF, you have to check this place out! We came…read moreon a Friday afternoon and it was moderately busy, service was great and servers were attentive. Food we ordered: - Tom yum omelette w/ shrimp - Thai tea French toast - Drunken noodles w/ chicken -- the noodles they used are not the typical noodles I'm used to but it was filled with flavor with a kick of spice. - Tom yum noodle soup w/ crispy chicken -- my favorite dish!! The crispy chicken was recommended by the server and it truly did not disappoint. The chicken was crisp and juicy and the noodles were cooked perfectly. For drinks we got the Thai iced tea, butterfly lychee fizz, and the coconut milk latte. I got the Thai ice tea less sweet and it was perfect for me ( I usually don't like it super sweet). The butterfly lychee fizz was very refreshing (could be less sweet for me) and the coffee was also very good! Would definitely recommend checking this place out if you're in the area or looking for brunch food that isn't your typical American brunch!

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Lapisara Eatery

Lapisara Eatery

4.6
(2k reviews)
1.1 mi
$$

4.0 stars for breakfast--see dinner review below (5.0 stars)There are sooo many good brunch spots…read morein SF. In my opinion Lapisara ranks in the middle due to the other excellent options available. Seated immediately--had a reso but on a Wednesday morning not really necessary. It took a long time for the single employee to get to us but we weren't in a hurry. Cappuccino was very good in a cute "bear mug" and very reasonably priced. We shared a pacific omlet--not much crab, lots of shrimp, and nice swiss cheese/scallions but tasted kind of fishy--potatoes were only avg. Son said huevos rancheros were average. Price point good for SF and portions adequate to share. Location convenient so we will try dinner there tonight before a comedy show nearby. Dinner-5++ stars; 4 of us Had dinner last night-6pm-reso but not needed. only one other group dining. Single Waitress was great-we let her know we needed to leave in about an hour for a show and she timed everything perfectly--we even had time for dessert. we ordered so many items that she brought over an extra table--we shared everything family style. Most Yelp reviews only mention brunch but the dinner was awesome--service; food: taste/quality, presentation, portions, prices we phenomenally low for SF ($200 with a bottle of wine for 4 people). We started with the garlic butter clams-small but tasty. Tuna tartar was excellent quality and enough to share. Samosas were more like empanadas--very good with peanut sauce so good it rivaled my own home made. We continued our culinary adventure with crab fried rice-delicious, a large portion and my son who lives in SF and has tried dozens of crab fried rice ranked it in the top tier. The pacific catch rice noodles with crab was also excellent-big portion, lots of crab, tasty. Final entree was their specialty-Mussaman Curry. Wow, tender meat/potatoe "stew" with a very unique flavor from the star anise/cinnamon and peanut--to die for. Creme Brulee was very good with lots of fresh fruit accompaniment My only complaint was a very limited wine selection. Lapisaia will become one of our regular spots for dinner!!!

Came here on a Saturday for brunch…read more I got the Holy Chili Bomb Basil Omelette. It had ground chicken and veggies inside, and the chicken and basil were the flavors that stood out. I wouldn't call it spicy at all. The omelette felt small for the price and there wasn't much filling inside. It came with a side of potatoes that were really good. They had a nice crisp on the outside and were soft on the inside. I also got a regular coffee, and they do unlimited refills. The place was busy for brunch, and I liked the bear theme. Some of the coffees came in bear-shaped glasses, and some of the lattes had a decorative bear made out of ice.

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Indoor area of the restaurant.
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That bacon, tho...
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Strawberry Maple Croffle ($14)
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Sweet Maple

4.3
(5.2k reviews)
1.7 mi
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One of my favorite brunch spots and a Bay Area staple!…read more What I Ordered: * Ube Martini (New!) * Omurice * Millionaire's Bacon They have a seasonal martini collection for the summer, which we ordered the refreshingly sweet Ube Martini! If you are craving savory short rib-eye with a breakfast spin like potatoes and eggs, then order the Omurice. Finally, the Millionaire's Bacon comes with 4 different types of Bacon: Sea Salt Citron, the Original, Cinnamon (the best one) and Rosemary. The service was super fast and multiple servers checked in on us through out the meal with water refills and clean up. Definitely check out their bottomless mimosas on the weekend for brunch with friends!

Overall great brunch place! Morning tacos were loaded and delicious as I loved the combo of…read moreavocado, egg, bacon, and chicken mango sausage. However, I couldn't quite taste the mango flavor. The Asparagus omelette was also tasty and heavier in flavor with a creamy sauce. The sweet maple bacon paired well with the asparagus. The orange juice was sweet and slightly tangy. I came here for a late Monday brunch and there was no wait for a party of 2. The restaurant had a clean design with marble tables. Good atmosphere for catching up with friends over a meal!

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Marnier | french toast with creamy grand citrus batter (added $3 for the fired banana & candied walnuts)
Marnier | french toast with creamy grand citrus batter (added $3 for the fired banana & candied walnuts)
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We are ready for INDOOR dining on Friday 26th April
Magnin Street Cafe & Bistro

Magnin Street Cafe & Bistro

4.5
(141 reviews)
1.3 mi
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We had to wait in line at 9am for about 15 minutes, but once we were seated in this cute & casual…read morediner, we had a most delightful breakfast. The coffee was strong but smooth without any trace of bitterness. My omelette came with the best & most crispy hashbrowns I've had in a long time. The veggies in the omelette were plentiful & fresh & the salad was a healthy & tasty accompaniment. My side chicken sausage was ample & tasty with grill marks. Mom loved her toast, salmon & hash browns as well. Yvonne did a great job taking care of our table & she was also hostessing & helping to bus tables! Wow! I'm sad this place is not in my home town because if it was, I'd be a regular!! Peace.

We ordered the chicken tenders & fries appetizer and the BBQ wings platter, and both were…read moreabsolutely delicious. The service was exceptional from the moment we walked through the doors. It was around 8:30 p.m., and after passing by this spot several times and checking out the menu, we finally decided to give it a try. We're so glad we did! The restaurant itself is beautiful, with warm, inviting decor and wonderful pictures of San Francisco throughout the space. It feels like the perfect romantic setting for a date night or anniversary celebration, and equally great for enjoying fantastic food and drinks with friends and family. They have three tv screens so we were lucky to catch a futbol game during our meal. Highly recommended!

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Four Chairs

Four Chairs

4.3
(1.1k reviews)
4.1 mi
$$
Takes reservations
Large group friendly

Amazing! I'm actually going there for the second time today!…read more My family arrived early, so the wait was only about five minutes before we were seated. I don't remember if there was music, but it was a busy, lively place with multiple conversations happening at once. It was definitely a cozy, home type atmosphere. A few people ordered chicken and waffles, so I had the chance to try it, and it was delicious! The waffles melted in my mouth! That's what I plan to order next time. I order a Korean chicken sandwich. It was very tasty and large. I had leftovers! I was disappointed because I forgot my leftovers on the table . Note to self: NEVER DO THAT AGAIN. The lemonade was very flavorful, and my kids enjoyed it too. I even tried an alcoholic beverage, I can't remember the name, but I swapped it for lemonade because it was THAT good. As I mentioned earlier, I will definitely return to this restaurant and highly recommend it.

Four chairs is always packed for brunch every time I drive by the mission, so it was time to give…read moreit a try. Their Asian take on brunch is quite refreshing. I ordered the K-Bomb chicken Benny and oh boy will you leave satisfied in every way. The perfectly poached eggs are served on top of a fluffy slice of bread topped with kimchi-hollandaise sauce. The chicken was a Korean style fried chicken with a crunchy sweet and spicy bbq sauce reminiscent of gochujang and honey. Home fries and green salad with sesame dressing topped it all off. The mango matcha latte was also quite good and the price for SF and for all that food was great value for the money. Ambiance is casual and a bit loud as can be expected from a brunch place but overall it is clean and a fun spot to meet friends for brunch. Don't stay too long after paying though or you will get stared at by the folks waiting in line. Overall definitely recommend checking them out. I look forward to trying other specialties here.

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Chipotle Benedict, Mascarpone Pancake, & Chicken Apple Scramble
Chipotle Benedict, Mascarpone Pancake, & Chicken Apple Scramble
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K-bomb chicken benny
Plow

Plow

4.1
(3.6k reviews)
3.1 mi
$$

Everything they said turned out to be true. For years, I have attempted to dine at Plow, especially…read moreafter hearing of the amazing experience from friends. Today was the day where their reviews became a reality. The deviled eggs paired with the chili sauce was an exquisite compliment. And the lemon ricotta pancake! Such a great treat. If you want to impress your family or friends, bring them here.

If you're looking for the quintessential SF brunch, Plow is it. Tucked away on a quiet corner in…read morePotrero Hill, it has all the charm of a neighborhood diner without the downtown chaos. The residential setting is part of the appeal - you can actually spread out, and it's a lovely area to wander while you wait for a table (and you will wait, so plan for it). The outdoor seating is the way to go. Indoor feels cramped. On cooler mornings they'll even hand you a blanket. Sitting outside on that peaceful corner watching the neighborhood wake up is a charming experience. Only downside of dining al fresco: a fly landed on my sausage. But credit to the staff - the waiter noticed and brought out a fresh plate without me even having to ask. That kind of attentive service goes a long way. The food lives up to the hype. The lemon ricotta pancakes are the star for good reason. They were light, fluffy, and not too sweet. The crispy potatoes were excellent too, just be warned they come out scorching hot (I burned the roof of my mouth going in too eager). Give them a minute to cool. Upside of parking on the top of that steep hill is that you'll burn off your breakfast calories getting back to your car.

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Buttermilk biscuit
Cold brew Equator Coffee
Cold brew Equator Coffee
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