Nice, unpretentious little spot tucked away on Piedmont. Kind of a blink-and-you'll-miss-it facade, but don't miss it if you're looking for homey comfort food, especially on a weekend. Dropped by with my brother for a quick, light meal. He recommended it and said he'd stopped for a meal on a whim recently and liked the place. The waitress was really nice and our food came out pretty quickly. I got the fried egg sandwich, which comes with two eggs on toast, with tomato and lettuce and a thin layer of mayo. I also got a side order of bacon (four pieces to an order), and they made it extra crispy, just like I requested. This was the perfect meal for wanting something to get full but not stuffed. The eggs were cooked perfectly, the lettuce was crispy and not wilted, the tomato wasn't mush, the sandwich was a decent size, and everything tasted great. I do think if I hadn't ordered the bacon, I wouldn't have felt quite as satisfied, and I was put off by the fact that the price of a side of bacon was almost the same price as the sandwich itself. But I did enjoy my food and it was a pleasant dining experience. No frills, no drama. Would be happy to eat here again. read more

Piedmont Cafe & Bakery - Fried egg sandwich, side of bacon - Bakeries Near Me - Oakland, California

We've been here 3 times and they were all fantastic. We ate in two times. Both times I got the croissant breakfast sandwich. It comes in a giant croissant with melted cheese, a single egg, and crispy bacon, or at least that is how I got mine. The croissant just melts in your mouth, it's so flakey and buttery. My husband got the 2 egg breakfast with a side of hash browns and south dough or English muffin. We both enjoyed our meals and we will be back. On our third visit we split the cinnamon roll donut. It was large and soft, so so very soft. I loved it and there was a hint of cinnamon to it. Not the same as a traditional cinnamon roll with cream cheese frosting, but will work in a pinch. I'd order it again. The Cafe is clean and tidy and bright. It's an old cafe, more like a diner. It looks like it brings in the same regulars, even the police eat there. There was a groups of at least 6 of them last time we were there eating at the table in front of us. They sounded like they've been there before. They have a single bathroom in the back. It's clean and well stocked. They have a donut case in the front filled with all kinds of donuts. That is where we got the cinnamon roll donut. There is a French bakery down the street, but they don't serve donuts. In addition it's nice and warm, not too warm, but the perfect temperature in the cafe to be comfortable. I liked being there better than the bakery down the street. If you are looking for donuts or croissants this is the place to come. Also if you are wanting a breakfast or lunch spot stop in and try them. read more

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I have been going to this establishment for a while on and off.The reason is because I notice every time I come in no greeting bad service on several occasions.But when on people come in that are not of African American descent they are greeted immediately with excellent service. The food is ok but this is a real issue that needs to be addressed.So much so that I pay before I'm served They need to do better. read more

Was craving a traditional breakfast and decided to order from Piedmont Cafe & Bakery. We ordered a variety of items: combo breakfast w/ waffles, side of corned beef hash and toast w/ jelly. We enjoyed the food we ordered and the portions were decent. The eggs were just a tad bit bland and required some extra salt/pepper. Potatoes were decently seasoned but still need a hint of salt and pepper. The toast had lots of butter, which I normally enjoy however I really wanted the jelly on my toast. Couldn't really taste the jelly due to the amount of butter. Is this a must must-have place? Nah, definitely not. However this place is a solid breakfast spot with a variety of options! Would I get breakfast from here again? Yep, I probably would if I'm in the area again. read more

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Stopped for a quick bite. The boyfriend ordered the crab cake Benedict. Per his palate, it was okay and definitely could have been better. Their more "fancy" items don't really showcase advanced chef skills. This spot is best for the basics and budget friendly. I ordered the breakfast sandwich. It was simple enough to make at home, The fruit was the highlight of my meal, it was fresh. Ironically enough, they didn't cook it. Service was attentive, and the place was surprisingly packed. Good for a casual breakfast if you stick to the basics, but don't expect anything gourmet. Probably solid hang over spot. read more

Hole in the wall. Didn't know really where to get breakfast out in Oakland near Kaiser. Found this place and crossed my fingers. The donut case was almost empty, this got me worried about the food. The lady that waited on us was an older lady but was very friendly. She was the only waitress. I got the Waffle special. 1 waffle, 2 eggs ( I got over medium), and bacon. The bacon was crispy with no fat, sometimes I enjoy the fat. The over medium eggs were more so over easy, I find most places can't do a perfect over medium or their interpretation of over medium is different. The waffle was sweet and fluffy. No complaints on the waffle. This place is worth a try. I probably won't be back. read more

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When my son is with me, we visit Piedmont Cafe on Saturday mornings to get the day started. We're semi-regulars now and we get lots of smiles and great service. The food is always good and we enjoy the location. read more

I was in the mood for some really good diner style pancakes. I did a search and the pics of the food here sold me on checking this place out. It's on a busy street so parking is a bit tricky but I found a spot not far away. You can seat yourself when you walk in and someone came over with a menu! I ordered the combo that came with pancakes, eggs and bacon or sausage... I also ordered a side of hash browns and a regular coffee. Everything was soooo good! The pancakes were fluffy, the eggs were cheesy and the best part is that the hash browns were crispy! Great service, they kept my coffee cup full! I like that the portions wet not obnoxious... just big enough to fill you up. A no frills place with great breakfast and you can even purchase donuts on your way out. read more

This is one of my favorite breakfast places in the Bay Area, especially in Oakland. It's sad to see some haters giving bad reviews. First of all, this place has great prices and many places overcharge for food nowadays so shut the trap. The food is good, don't expect it to be amazing.. it's a basic coffee shop food stop. The service is top-notch, the ladies are all very sweet. Family owned. They even have fresh donuts! It is in a busy area with lots of different shops around so don't expect easy parking. The ambience is basic but comfortable and yes you can eat inside, comfortably. Treat the ladies nice, they are very sweet. Enjoy! read more

Pros: Tasty patty melt on rye Perfectly good coffee No KOIT soft rock on the speakers Friendly service No junk fees Cons: Unskilled service - nobody checked on me I had to ask for water and coffee refills from another waitress The waitress left my dirty dishes in front of me for a long time She ignored me while taking care of the table next to me. Former waitress here: You need to be aware of all the customers and don't get tunnel vision. You need to always have something in your hands instead of ignoring customers while walking by empty-handed. read more

Piedmont Cafe & Bakery - Patty melt; I requested pickles - Bakeries Near Me - Oakland, California

This is a great gem in Oakland to grab breakfast, lunch, donut and coffee! Food: 5/5 I got a sausage breakfast burrito and it was superb! Loaded with egg and sausage, good amount of cheese, and definitely was filling! The coffee was delicious also! Customer service: 5/5 Our servers were very nice. Quick to refill the drinks and take your order. Price: 5/5 The price is extremely reasonable for the food and the quality. Parking: 2-3/5 It's street parking and it is a busy road. There is also free street parking on some of the side streets. This was a great little neighborhood find on a charming street. You can enjoy a little walk on the street afterward also! read more

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Cute little local Asian owned diner. Came with the fam because I'm worn out after 3 days with my little ones and didn't want to cook or clean for another meal. There is one lady doing it all up front but she was efficient and took our orders and gave us metal cups, not glass which was much appreciated with my kids here. The pancake special comes with two long pieces of bacon and we got two fried eggs which was perfect to split for my kids. The husband got the fried egg sandwich and I got the croissant sandwich with ham. The food here is decent and the bacon was crispy and not swimming in grease. I liked that the fried eggs were also not oily. The pancakes were also not too small or gigantic. Food came out with a decent time and my coffee was made to order. Great local place on Piedmont Ave and I would definitely come back with a book sans kids to just relax and have a leisurely breakfast or lunch another time. read more

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I had mushroom gravy and biscuits along with friend potatoes and vegan sausage. It was a wonderful vegan meal and the staff were great. We love going here. read more

Pretty good food the it took a little long to come out but it was pretty busy. It smells very good and the bagels are pretty pricey but over all I enjoyed it the atmosphere and the food read more

Piedmont Cafe & Bakery - Cream cheese bagel with bacon and avocado - Bakeries Near Me - Oakland, California

Good classic diner, asian owned! This place is no frills, unfussy, has been in the neighborhood for ages. Neighborhood locals and families pop by for a good eat. Love the cozy atmosphere of regulars chatting with the waitresses, bonus donuts displayed for purchase, and the extensive menu of getting pretty much everything you could ever want. Note: This place is NOT an IG influencer spot with cute decor, or a 'vibey' place for a first date. We ordered the #3 (3 egg, bacon, sausage, hash browns and a waffle), and a sausage breakfast burrito w/ salsa on the side. More than enough food for two, took half the burrito home for the next day. Great service from staff, no wait. Steady refills on hot coffee. Looking forward to coming by again for breakfast read more

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Great standard breakfast! Friendly staff and basic vibe nothing fancy just good classic food. 4 stars only because staff got busy and possibly forgot about us...eventually brought our check and we went to the counter to pay since no one came back. But super nice people! read more

This was truly gag worthy. I ordered a breakfast of scrambles eggs, bacon and country bacon through Doordash on 4/11/26, at 12:15 pm. Instead of receiving the SCRAMBLED eggd that I ordered, and for which I paid, I was horrified to open the food container to fund runny, sunny-side up eggs, which make me gag, literally. Due to gastrointestinal issues my cut-off time for eating on Saturday is 1:00 pm. I'm a minister and need to be at worship and before the congregation on Sunday, so I have to keep my stomach empty, except for medication an a little water until around 3:00 pm Sunday afternoon. I could only eat the bacon and the portion of potatoes that did not have runny egg yolk on them. This was my first time ordering from this establishment, and I never will again. read more

Old school breakfast/lunch cafe. Honest-to-god hash browns done right, not those sodden home fries everyone else does. Never had a bad order read more

I love piedmont cafe, this is my go-to every morning on the weekends! The food is fresh and i like the simplicity of it. I always get the crispy hash browns and the crispy suagage links. The service is amazing and the people are always so welcoming. I lost my jacket one time and i hadn't gone back so i assumed i lost it. But a month later I came back and was given back the jacket that i had lost. The people here really care and that's what's nice about it! read more

First time coming here and loved it! It's a quiet place with great food at affordable prices with exceptional service. My food came out within 5-10 mins of ordering and their bakery items all looked great as well. I highly recommend trying the Croissant'wich with egg, cheese, and avocado. We also had the Crab Cake Benedict and it was delicious. I can't wait to go next time to try more of their menu. Speaking of menu, I noticed most of the menu shots on Yelp are all super outdated so I thought I'd post the latest menu, inside, etc. Enjoy and check them out for yourselves! read more

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Love this place! An old school diner in the middle of all the high-end cafes and restos is the perfect breakfast/lunch alternative. Friendly service with a homey vibe. read more

Love Piedmont Cafe! Breakfast is my go to: pancakes, eggs, hash and hash browns are fantastic. Service is friendly and fast. You can pay twice as much and it won't be this good! read more

One can never go wrong with eggs--and that was definitely true today! I had a muffin sandwich with one egg, cheese, and bacon. The bacon was perfectly crispy, and the whole sandwich was absolutely delicious. My husband had the cheese and avocado omelette, which was also very tasty and came with crispy hash browns on the side. The service was quick, efficient, and came with a warm, friendly smile. A great start to our day--we'll definitely be back! read more

The blandest, uninspired, and most basic breakfast at $$$$ prices.. skip this place!................

Hubs and I were looking to grab breakfast and came across this place walking down Piedmont. I like this place because it gives you that hole in the wall/mom and pop vibe. The servers very friendly and allowed us to sit where we pleased. They wasted no time taking our order and our food came out pretty quick and it was absolutely delicious. I ordered the blueberry pancake combo that came with eggs and sausage ($10.99) and my husband ordered the French toast ($8.75) with a side of sausage ($3.99). I also ordered a mocha with almond milk and he got a snapple. I think all in all, we ended up spending about $35 for two. The service here is good. The food is good. The prices are good. We'll definitely return and I recommend it. read more

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This place is classic and delicious! We love the breakfast burritos, which are easy to call in for a quick pick-up order.

Food here is excellent. The donuts are a hit too. Love coming here when I don't feel like making breakfast.

We were pleasantly surprised by this little cafe! We were looking for a full breakfast not just coffee and donuts. The food was DELICIOUS. Freshly made with the kind of seasonings I would use at home. The service was very friendly as we were greeted as we walked in the door and we were offered recommendations as to what to order. The Piedmont Cafe is a very quaint coffee house with good home made food. Eggs Benedict were served on Canadian bacon on English muffin with a very delicious hollandaise sauce poured on top. The taste of the country potatoes was very good with an herb seasoning (oregano,thyme flavors). The Pancake fanatic breakfast with very fluffy pancakes and crispy yet fluffy potatoes were very good! read more

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Feels like home. Simple, delicious diner style breakfast. No frills. What more can you ask for? Service is lovely. I'll definitely be coming back. read more

deci to try this spot for the first time and let me say this will be my last. order a breakfast meal, teriyaki plate, and two dozen donut holes all to go for 50. I don't mind paying for good food but when I got home portion size is not matching the price paid. food was mid at best. maybe what I ordered wasn't the best but for sure I feel for what I paid more should have been on the plate even if it was mediocre food. And 4 dollars for donut holes that taste like they been sitting all morning. No thanks, very unsatisfied customer. read more

This has been my partner and I's go-to diner every weekend for the past few years. I can't recommend it here enough, the food is always delicious with very quick and attentive service. The prices are extremely reasonable as well. It is a cozy classic diner vibe that always makes me feel at home. read more

A low key diner with excellent service and good food. Clean basic restaurant. Had regular coffee and spinach benedicts.

I liked this place. It is a donut shop that is now a breakfast place. Had breakfast here by myself today and food was good. No frills but food is good and at a good price. Lots of choices and food came out super fast. Place was quiet at first but then the place filled up quick with a mix of families and locals. It looked like there were a lot of regulars. Service was good too. I definitely will be back. read more

I wish I could have checked it on the Yelp before going into the store. Customer service was terrible. The lady was super rude. I asked her just to make me a cappuccino and she thought I just wanted a coffee and showed like a grumpy attitude just handed me the worst coffee ever, and then she gave me wrong size like a size larger without even telling me and then she started charging like OK I made you a large coffee but I was like I asked for the small one, but we don't have a small so you should have let Customer know that we don't have the desired size. What do you want us to do, very poor customer service read more

Small mom & pop establishment. Love the selection of donuts along with the standard breakfast items.

I stumbled upon this place as I was walking around the area. It's very cute shop that has a donut counter and then also a menu for the diner area. The first time I went I ordered a two-egg plate with hash browns. I thought the hash browns were so crispy and cooked well. The donut had more air in it than usual donuts. The next time I came I got the same thing and realized that it is a pattern for them to cook requested over-medium eggs as if I asked for over easy (it's pretty much all yolk what they give). I was also disappointed that their $1 up charge for a side of fruit means a really small amount of fruit. Why pay more for fruit if you only get like 6 pieces? My partner ordered the bacon, eggs and hash browns and the bacon was dry while everything else was just fine. The toast is already buttered too and they put wayyyyyy too much butter on it. So I would recommend asking them not to put the butter on for you if you're trying to be healthy-ish. We also didn't appreciate that two tables came in after us but still got their food before us. That took us by surprise and kind of annoyed us. I also wish they would itemize the receipts better. It is unclear what they were charging us for when we got the bill. read more

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By far my favorite cafe on piedmont. The staff that owns the restaurant is wonderful. I love the morning donut a latte 2 scrambled degas and sausage with of course the best diner hash browns. We try to come in at least 2x a week. read more

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Excellent food and mixed drinks! Try the omelette and the biscuits. The brisket benie is a Texas best.

The food was amazing the service was exceptional the server was very nice and understanding

Perfect, classic breakfast spot! Love the breakfast combos, and the bacon is perfectly crispy.