Absolutely loved this place, every time I come to Pacific Grove, I prefer to have breakfast here! I truly think this is one of the best breakfast and brunch spots in the area. I really love the whole concept and atmosphere of this cafe, it feels cozy and full of charm. The staff was really friendly, attentive, and welcoming. Service like this always makes a place memorable. The breakfast was absolutely delicious and fresh. Everything tasted homemade and high quality. And the coffee was excellent too! If you're visiting Pacific Grove or Monterey Peninsula and looking for a cozy breakfast spot with great food, amazing coffee, and wonderful service, I highly recommend Red House Cafe. Definitely a place I would happily come back to again and again. read more

Service was great, our server was nice with giving suggestions about the menu. Coffee was hot and the food came out quickly. Unfortunately for me, it did not have the wow factor for me to want to come back and be a regular customer. Sitting arrangements are a tight fit, but I would definitely suggest people to try it and see for themselves. read more

The Red House Cafe is the perfect spot to grab a quick bite while in Pacific Grove. It is a small house that is quaintly decorated & yet somehow manages to seat quite a crowd! The Portobello Mushroom sandwich is delicious! It is hard to beat a grilled portobello mushroom on soft ciabatta bread, topped with tangy goat cheese, fresh basil, sweet caramelized onions & reduced balsamic glaze! My husband always orders the Pork Tenderloin Sandwich which comes with a very generous serving of pork slices. The flavors of the pork, the caramelized sweet onions, roasted red peppers & sage aioli just meld so well together. Can't wait to try some of their other dishes! read more

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Based on Yelp reviews, just had to try this place on a recent trip to the area. A friend and I went for breakfast about mid-morning on a Sunday. Though there appeared to be a line outside, our party of two got in fairly quickly. Space is limited in this quaint restaurant, which appears to have been converted from a small cottage. Since space was pretty filled with tables, some might find the environment a little loud (so just be prepared for that). My friend was disappointed that they had run out of smoked salmon, as she had her heart set on the salmon eggs Benedict. Our waiter recommended the Huevos Rancheros, from the daily specials list---which she did ordered and added their chicken sausage to. Our waiter was very attentive and helpful. I had to try their French toast (made with a brioche bread), which is a breakfast fave of mine. Our drink orders (which included mimosas) came promptly, with food also coming timely. They did offer a half order of French toast, which is what I ordered. It was very delicious and perfectly cooked....my only complaint was that it came lukewarm. The side of chicken sausage was just okay. My friend thought the Huevos Rancheros was very good; it was generously portioned and she liked it enough to take home her leftovers. All in all, this place is definitely worth checking out. Maybe try to go earlier than 10 for breakfast, to ensure they don't run out of certain items. read more

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If you're a foodie who's visiting Pacific Grove, then this place is for you. I love it when I visit. Last few times I stick with my usual crave- smoked salmon over potato pancake with lemon and capers with a poached an egg. DELICIOUS.It's super fresh and vibrant. I keep telling myself to taste the other delicious food they have on their menu, but keep getting this. Really friendly staff. Last time I went I noticed a young staff member happily helping tourists fill their weekend with fun things to do. My waiter was great and friendly. They have inside and outside seating. I sat outside enjoying a hot cup of coffee on a sunny, cool, morning. Foodies visiting Pacific Grove, try this place out for breakfast. It's delicious and always on my agenda when I'm in town. read more

Red House Cafe - Smoked salmon on potato pancake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

10/10 service was great! Food was incredible! We loved everything we ate. We sat outside on the porch. read more

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Popular and busy restaurant, especially for breakfast. Staff are excellent and do a good job seating and serving in a busy place. I went when they had the breakfast menu and had the chorizo scramble and crab cakes Benedict. Everything was delicious and they are good at flavors here. Note that they charge 3 percent for credit card payments. I would like to go back and try the lunch and dinner menu. read more

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Let me do a 11 year update. Friday noonish, not terrible busy about two thirds full. A quick check in and shown to our table. Through out our time there it seemed we were just another ticket with no interaction by both our waiter and the busboy...more matter of fact. I've had more interaction at most Denny's Not as relaxing as I remembered. Food was good but not rememberable or anything you would brag about. Is it a spot I would send a friend visiting the bay? It's not hard to make this a 50 dollar lunch for two. But is it? Last words...not that charming. read more

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Such a delightful place to eat and such a warm environment! Sat outside due to having our pup with us and the server was kind and attentive in getting us heaters. Half the table got their burger and it was delicious. Calamari steak sandwich and soup are a must! Stop by if you're in the area for some yummy food. read more

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We had an extremely disappointing experience. Immediately after being seated, our waiter disrespectfully and carelessly threw our paper placemats, napkins, and utensils onto the table with such disregard that one of the forks landed completely upside down. The way we were treated felt deeply uncomfortable and racially charged, especially toward my family visiting from out of the country. When we brought this to the manager's attention, the response was dismissive and she simply said that the waiter had "been here for 14-16 years and is loved." That is not an excuse for poor service or disrespectful treatment. He then proceeded to "reenact" what had happened, angrily throwing items onto the table to demonstrate what he claimed he didn't do, which only made the situation feel even more hostile and inappropriate. We expected basic courtesy and accountability, and unfortunately, received neither. read more

Excellent food, service, and quaint ambiance! I hadn't been here before and my friends found it on Yelp so you know I was on board. We were sat right away and offered drinks, orders taken, and food came out quickly. I had the smoked salmon benedict, which is one of my go to's for breakfast. My friends both had the classic country breakfast. My only, and very minor compaint, is that my food came out a little cold. I was surprised because it did come out seemingly fast. Cold food is one of my pet peeves, but I didn't feel like sending it back. Even as a semi cold meal my food was very good! Even the oven roasted potatoes it came with were bomb. We were tended to consistently between the bussers and servers who all worked together. The service was very fast and friendly. I would definitely return and highly recommend this place for breakfast. read more

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My salad was good, but my husband's BL.T. was cold. We didn't feel the ambiance we had enjoyed in prior years.

Today's visit was not very pleasant. First there was a lady doing the drinks. I think her name is Sofia. The whole incident happened because I had said no to moving my table since my husband wanted the padding bench. After the hostess made everything ok again. This lady making the drinks (Sofia) decided to gossip about the situation to another server. I'm not sure why she was trying to create hostile environment. I felt uncomfortable. It was not necessary to gossip and make my family feel uncomfortable. After that we got our food and I later learned that my bread had MOLD! I felt sick to my stomach. I will say my server was very remorseful about the situation. Overall the location is an ok spot. The drink lady (Sofia) definitely needs an attitude check! read more

Red House Cafe - Mold! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

Had a great lunch today on our trip to Pacific Grove. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. We sat a a cute table for two by the window. I ordered the oven roasted chicken sandwich and my husband ordered the chorizo and eggs. We also got a bowl of fresh fruit with honeyed cream. Everything was delicious. My chicken sandwich was so good. The chorizo and eggs came with potatoes and they were excellent. The fruit bowl was nice and refreshing. For dessert we shared a piece of Olallieberry pie from Gizdich farms. That pie is amazing. If you ever have a chance to go to Gizdich Farms in person, in Watsonville, you should definitely try it. You can buy whole pies to take home. I really recommend trying the Red House Cafe if you're in the area. read more

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We were looking for a brunch spot and Red House Cafe is the place to go! Got here around 11am on Saturday with no wit and sat outside on the patio. What we ordered - country breakfast with sunny side up eggs with bacon & country ham - pancakes This was such a delicious breakfast. I'm normally not a fan of breakfast potatoes but these were nicely seasoned, flavorful and crispy. The pancakes were super fluffy too. We really enjoyed the food! read more

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Thank you Yelp for this gem of a find! Did a weekend getaway to Pacific Grove and stumbled upon this cute restaurant while browsing through Yelp. Staff and Service: - Everyone here was incredibly kind and helpful - Despite it being busy, every table was taken care of in a very timely manner Food and Drinks: - Bloody Mary: 9/10. The only reason for the docked point is because the olives had seeds in them - Lemonade: I would go back just for this lemonade. I think this was the best lemonade I've ever had. It was fresh, it was tart, it was slightly sweet. It was phenomenal. - Chorizo and Eggs: this dish was so tasty as well. From the seasoned potatoes to the flavorful chorizo and eggs. I do wish the tortillas were a little smaller, but that's not a dink to the experience at all - Smoked Salmon Benedict: okay so....imagine a really good Benedict, and this will top that. Instead of an English muffin or toast (I've seen both), this was on a croissant! This dish was so flavorful. Miscellaneous: - Parking is available via the parking spots in the middle of the street - Be mindful of peak meal hours as it did get crowded shortly after we arrived - Breakfast and lunch is served - I hope to visit again and would definitely add this to my list read more

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This place is a cute spot on the main street in Pacific Grove. They have a nice wrap-around balcony. When we got there around noon on a Saturday, they didn't have seating inside, but there was some available outside. I felt like everything was just fine, nothing really outstanding. My frittata was kind of bland. It did come with a salsa that I could put on top, but that salsa was just spicy and not really any flavor other than spicy. I liked everything, but I expected it to be more exciting seeing the crowds. My mom got the portabello mushroom sandwich, which was huge and pretty tasty, though it says on the menu that all sandwiches are served with an orzo salad, which this wasn't. I guess you could pay to get fries or something in addition if you want a side. The sandwich was served on gigantic bread. I felt like the service was nice, but a little average. They had a lot of staff who walked by our table a lot, but it was a little hard to get our bill at the end. Not like I wouldn't go back or anything, but I'd try something different. The burger someone ordered looked pretty good! read more

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Excellent service combined with delicious food. Crab Benedict over croissant was a wonderful take on a Benedict. Frittata was fluffy and delicious. Bloody Mary tasty (if a bit weak). Service spot on! Approachable, fun atmosphere too. read more

So happy to see that Red House Cafe survived the pandemic! I first ate here in 2019 and finally got to come back almost 6 years later. The major changes I noticed since last time were: 1. They added a bunch of outdoor seating out front! We didn't have to wait for a table this time which was great. 2. Their prices have increased pretty significantly over the past few years. The portions are smaller as well which is unfortunate, but understandable given the rising costs of everything. I ordered the Smoked Salmon Benedict (my favorite), Cinnamon Brioche French Toast, and Chai Latte. The chai was actually incredible. Sweet, creamy, and heavy on the cinnamon! Overall, I have such a soft spot for this place and am looking forward to coming back. read more

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We were luckily seated right away on a Sunday afternoon! We sat outside and got to enjoy the beautiful weather in November. This place is delightful! We both loved our entrees to start off our trip! Our server recommended the Portobello mushroom sandwich and it blew us away. My honey ordered something with salmon, I can't recall but he loved my sandwich! It was flavorful and unique. It comes with a small side of orzo salad but we know who is the main character! Service was great also! read more

Red House Cafe - Portobello Mushroom Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

bit of a wait, but worth it. beautiful area and so nice to sit outside. attentive staff who made sure we enjoyed our meal. I got a couple pancakes and they hit the spot. super yummy. just how I like them. wife got a breakfast plate and they had gluten free toast which was awesome. she enjoyed her meal and I was lucky to get to pick at it a bit. she said the latte was a bit underwhelming. I'm not big on coffee so I couldn't say. I don't think we'd hesitate to make another visit here. read more

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I grabbed a BLT to go from Red House Cafe and took it down to Lovers Point Park, and it was the perfect little solo moment. The sandwich was so fresh and flavorful, with crispy bacon and perfectly toasted bread. Simple, classic, and done really well. Sitting by the water enjoying it made it even better. read more

We have ordered various meals over the years for lunch & all have been among the best in their categories. Quaint & cozy & often busy & not formal or elegant. Bring a pillow if back issues. read more

packed little brunch place during the weekend but waitlist moved pretty quickly. always enjoyed poached eggs on smoked salmon. instead of toast the base was croissant! potatoes were a good side to munch on, balanced well with the benedict. wish they were cooked more for crispiness though. bacon from classic breakfast was tasty read more

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CUTE!!!! Of all the breakfast restaurants we had a choice of, we decided to eat at the Red House Cafe because it was quaint. And, it sure was. It's like eating at your friend's mother home. It had a warm and cozy feeling. I had stuffed myself the night before at Kuma Japanese Restaurant so I just wanted to have a light breakfast, unlike my BF. He had the chorizo and scrambled eggs with avocado and tortilla that he inhaled. I had the breakfast trifle that was delicious to the very last bite. Sounds boring, but it wasn't. I had poured a little maple syrup on top of it! Try it... you may like it! The coffee was plentiful and the service was top notched. The servers were all so very friendly and welcoming. It was so comfy there, I could have stayed a few more hours for lunch. read more

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The food was good to great, I got the traditional breakfast... could've used more seasonings but was still good. My fiancé got the Ham Benedict with hollandaise sauce and it was incredible!!! So I just got the wrong thing, next time Im getting the other. The server was extremely friendly and helpful. Love the quaint atmosphere and the old school house/resturant vibe. read more

Red House Cafe - The entrance, with the book to sign up for a table. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

I came here on Sunday at 12pm with a group of 7 and it was busyyyyy. They quoted us 30-40 minutes and it was pretty accurate. Service to order was a bit slow. We ordered around 1pm. Unfortunately, the frittata was sold out by then so I got the crab cake Benedict. I really enjoyed it, it wasn't too heavy but I do wish the potatoes were a little crispier. I also tried some of the huevos rancheros and I wasn't a fan as it had a loooot of black beans. There's street parking around. The place is pretty small since it's a house but it's very cute! read more

Red House Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

I had the most delicious pork sandwich. It was a beautiful day outside, my Pup and I sat and enjoyed. I've always wanted to stop here and glad I finally did. read more

Red House Cafe - Had the most delicious pork sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

This was such a cute spot within perfect walking distance from the coast. The staff was very friendly and they had a beautiful outdoor patio. Food was delicious with large portion sizes that were perfect for sharing! We stopped in for lunch but they also had a wine bar menu that looked delicious! read more

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We had such fond memories of RHC from over 10 years ago! We came back with our teen kids. We came in for brunch around 11am. It was kind of crowded, but we were seated outside without having to wait. Again, they took our drink orders right away. We ordered a latte and a lemonade. Those were brought out very quickly. Our food came out perfectly cooked. The egg benedicts were on toasted croissants, with perfectly poached eggs and homemade hollandaise sauce. The sauce is thinner than what we make at home but it's just as good! The oven toasted potatoes are seasoned well - we all had the side of potatoes! The frittata was a large serving - my daughter couldn't finish it so we packed it up for home. It had lots of veggies - artichoke, spinach, roasted red peppers, cheese. I had a bite and it was delicious! We'll definitely return when we're in the area! read more

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Awesome food!!! We loved everything and really enjoyed the laidback vibe on the sunny porch, and the friendly staff. The food was the biggest, most welcoming surprise- absolutely scrumptious! Lots of great flavors, textures, and beautifully plated. Kitchen staff knows the little tips and tricks that take food up to a memorable level. My new favorite spot in Pacific Grove read more

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Super cute place and popular. Great little restaurant and small but super service. We had the breakfast croistini which is insanely good! Also had to try the cheeseburger with your choice of Jack, cheddar, or blue cheese. Because it's a monster burger I went ahead and fattened that burger even more and added bacon and avocado. I was tempted to add a fried egg but it may have broken the plate. It was fantastic, would recommend! read more

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The red House Café is a must stop in Pacific Grove. We have stopped here every year. We have been here the reason why great service great food and an unusual menu for a change. We did not have to wait in line, but the line always moves quickly. you can eat inside or out When you enter in inside. There is a case with various desserts. Make sure you try one. They are very good if you come here after dinner somewhere else just to have dessert. The desserts are made locally and the breads are also from local bakeries if you want Webber's or Wonderbread go somewhere else. I had a calamari steak sandwich which had lettuce, tomato, and a garlic sauce. Served on a fresh ciabatta my wife had a portobello and goat cheese sandwich on ciabatta and she said it was one of the best she had This restaurant is small rooms and is located on lighthouse after breakfast or lunch you can take a nice walk through town or stroll down near the water which is a few blocks away the ambience casual, and the service is always good read more

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Cozy spot for brunch. It's really cute inside though tight in some areas. Very spacious outside but we opted to eat indoors because it was quite chilly. Debated on what to order and went for the crab cake benedict. It was different as it was served on a croissant. My friend had gotten a side of their yummy salsa and when I asked for a side, it seemed they were going to charge for it. We ended up sharing hers and I actually preferred the benedict for bottled hot sauce instead. Everything was tasty, but since the crab cake and croissant don't have much texture, it was a bit of a mushy dish. Potatoes were cooked fine as well, but do wish there was a little bit more flavor to them. I liked that they had a choice of guava for mimosa and they bring you the entire mini bottle of prosecco which was nice. Overall, a great little spot for brunch. read more

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The food was ok and some better than average. The service the above average with a smile. The place is a nice old house converted into a restaurant. The prices are fair a little on the lower side compared to other other places. read more

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Place was extremely dirty and worn down. Peeling paint lots of dust and grim. When we sat down the server wiped food bits onto my lap. The water cups looked unwashed and came with lipstick on two cups and dried onion bits. We asked for replacement cups and it still had lipstick. It appears basic hygiene standards are nonexistent, the health inspector should visit. Food is mediocre for the price. I pray I don't get food poisoning from here. read more

Red House Cafe - lipstick on glass - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Pacific Grove, California

The food, service and atmosphere were all fantastic! I had the crab cakes Benedict and it was the best I have had since I visited Cape Cod!

Went to this cute little cafe on a recommendation from a coworker. Unfortunately we missed breakfast by a few minutes and had hoped they had brunch but we're told they stopped serving brunch. So we stayed and had lunch. It was a little fancier than what we are used to but pretty delicious. I had thr toasted grilled cheese with fontana, artichoke hearts and pepers with the aioli on the side and I couldnt eat the orzo pasta as I have an intolerance to olive oil. Sad! Hubby had an open face tomato and mozzarella sandwich which he said was delicious. Super cute place in a very quaint downtown Pacific Grove main street. Worth the visit if you are in town. read more

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Service was great, food was great! Anaya couldn't be a better server. The busser and other server was even attentive to our table. Food was good, lattes were even better! Great ambiance. New favorite breakfast spot, everything about it was charming. Our two year old kept saying "Stay!" He did not want to leave, and if you know anything about toddlers, they do not like being cooped up in any restaurant! Love love love this place. read more

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One of the best brunch spots I have ever tried! I went with family so we all ordered different items and we all loved what we got. Service was quick, we were seated outside within a few minutes on a busy morning. We also had two people who are Gluten Free with us and they had a ton of options for them! The exterior and interior of the house are also super cute and cozy. Definitely recommend and will be back! read more

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