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    Taste Cafe

    4.5 (264 reviews)
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    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    The infamous back door that is propped open on cold days allowing a cold wind to enter the dining area.
    Mike M.

    My wife and I ate here for breakfast yesterday. The food was good, but there was a problem with the rear door that was allowing cold outside air to blow right at our table. Everything was find at first and then they started seating people outside. The door was wide open to allow people to come and go. However, it was very cold outside and our table was near that door. We asked the staff to keep the door closed and they closed it most of the way, but blocked it open with a door stop. This still allowed a cold breeze to come right at our table. My wife's food got cold and she was feeling cold. The staff said that they could do nothing as the door automatically locks. The door was a standard push bar to open. These doors have a mechanism that can be used to unlock the door; however the staff either did not know how their door worked or were unwilling to even try to unlock it. So we were cold and ate cold food. The food itself was good. My wife enjoyed (until they got cold due to the wind) her Lumberjack pancakes with bananas and berries ($11.99) and a side of bacon ($5.99). I had a delicious side order of Linguica ($5.99) with a side of two eggs over easy ($4.99). They should really warn people before seating them by the back door on a cold day when they intend to use the outdoor tables.

    Salmon egg bernedict
    CRYSTAL C.

    We came here expecting a breakfast with nice ambiance, but the smoked salmon Eggs Benedict was a big disappointment. The salmon had a strong fishy smell and tasted sour and bitter -- clearly not fresh. When it brought to the manager's attention, she simply said "that's probably how it tastes to you," insisting that's how it's supposed to be. The eggs weren't runny either. No apology, no concern, no attempt to make it right. Unfortunately, after this experience, we're pretty much done with this restaurant.

    Eggs Benedict with Fruit
    Tiffany R.

    Cute brunch spot. The service was great, food was good. Our server checked in with us multiple times and even let us know when she was going on her break, and another server would help us.

    breakfast burrito
    Amelia A.

    Delicious! Surprised to see this place off Hwy 1 in Half Moon Bay. It had great reviews and happy we tried it out! Plus it had outdoor seating to bring our pup! Casual, cozy ambiance, friendly and fast service. Hubby got the breakfast burrito. He said it great flavor and liked the hashbrowns in the filling. I got the Blackstone Benedict with caramelized onions & sauteed mushrooms. Yum!! It also came with heirloom tomatoes but I might leave those off next time bc it made the english muffin soggy. Definitely would come back!

    Mimosa
    Dan B.

    Great place just off highway 92 and highway 1 In the Safeway shopping center We were seated right away Service and food were very good Definitely recommend the Taste cafe

    El Patron Benedict
    Victoria A.

    Food was fantastic! Great service and great prices. The wait on the weekends can be a bit long but expected. We came around 10:30am on a Sunday and noticed the crowds started to die down a bit after 11:30. Highly recommend and will definitely come back

    Mimosa flight!
    Andrea M.

    My partner and I decided to escape to Half Moon Bay during the latest heat wave of this seemingly never-ending summer. We got into town early, and our first stop was Taste for breakfast. Very nice experience. Service was very good, friendly and attentive, but without ever rushing us - and we like to take our time, lol. The food was delicious and satisfying. I had the smoked salmon crepe, my partner had the Mexican omelette. Flavorful and generous portions. We both had the hash browns, and they were honestly some of the best hash browns I've had. I love that they prefer cash! Cash is king, it allows people to transact in privacy, and allows access to people without bank accounts/credit cards. Please support cash-based businesses, and pay with cash whenever you can! Lovely little place, we will return when in the area.

    Sue S.

    IMHO If you want warm, genuine and friendly service, this is the place!!! The restaurant is bright, clean and whimsical. This is definitely a local favorite. The servers seemed to know everyone who walked in! That's a good sign! My friend and I chose Taste Cafe for lunch, before our pumpkin farm picking experience. Taste Cafe serves brunch offerings and are open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. We were warmly greeted and given our choice of tables. Mario was our super friendly server who offered his favorite entrees. My friend opted for the Chilaquiles, and I ordered a Bacon Belgian Waffle. Portions were ample enough for us to bring home leftovers. Food was good and tasty. I would happily come back to Taste Cafe and try any of their many offerings!

    Mexican omelette
    Hanna W.

    Great service and food was excellent. Super friendly staff. Will definitely come back soon.

    Smoked Salmon Crepe and Fruit Cup
    Geralyn H.

    Our son recommended Taste Cafe as one of their favorite breakfast places in HMB, but was closed during our last visit over Memorial Day weekend. So we finally had a chance to visit for Christmas Eve Beakfast. What a great menu - so many choices for omelettes, crepes, benedicts. Loved the Smoked Salmon crepe with scrambled eggs, tons of smoked salmon, onions! Omelettes are huge. The place was very busy but our server was attentive and super friendly (warned us away from spicy items when we asked). Good coffee. Will definitely return on our next visit to HMB!

    chilaquiles verde
    Emilie S.

    A must stop for breakfast/ brunch when in HMB! Everytime we go down to visit friends we stop here The staff is so friendly and the food is delicious. The portions are perfect. The hollandaise on the eggs benny is so tasty and they put the perfect amount so you can dip your hash browns in it. My partner always gets the chilaquiles verde and it's their favorite spot in the bay for them. We've also enjoyed the bloody mary's here. It can get pretty busy but we have never waited more than 10 minutes for a table, even on a Sunday. Can't wait for our next trip down from sf!

    Vege Crape with house potatoes
    Corinne Y.

    What a gem! I had just completed a nice run in the coast and decided to find a place for breakfast. Google brought me to Taste Cafe and it was great! There was a wait for a table, but luckily for me someone was just leaving from the bar so I was able to sit right down. I was immediately greeted with a menu and a glass of water which was great after just finishing a run. I ordered the Vege Crepe which had egg whites, vege's and I added extra avocado. Had the choice of fruit or toast and I should have chosen the fruit. The crepe and potatoes were plenty of carbs. The good came quickly and it was delicious. As I sat there I must've been checked on at least 4x. All of the servers were pleasant and responsive. I can't believe I've never tried this place begore..ill definitely be back when I'm in town.

    Food is so delicious customer service is great... will be back

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    This was honestly one of the best omelettes either of us has ever had. I don't know what they do differently, but highly recommend.

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    The breakfast burrito was good and so are their omelet's. I've not eaten in the restaurant but when I pick up my food everyone is very nice

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    Great breakfast burrito (both types) and the staff were very friendly. We called in the Togo order and it was ready in 10 min.

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    Excellent pizza, great local beer (Eel River amber), even a perfect spinach-and-strawberry salad. We were very happy to find this place!

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    Worth the wait! Food was fantastic! Enjoyed the mimosas. Ambiance, beloved bustling breakfast joint

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    We come from Santa Clara to get away from our busy life found this place and we love the food and the staff

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    Is there outside seating?

    Yes! Nice outdoor patio!

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    No, the waiter is a dick about dogs.

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