Best Brunch in San Jose

The food is well-regarded for its fresh ingredients, delicious flavors, and well-executed American breakfast and brunch dishes, with many items highlighted as outstanding.

“Best breakfast I've ever had!”

Service is generally described as friendly, attentive, and prompt, though some diners note occasional lapses in attentiveness or speed.

“Very friendly servers and very attentive!!”

The atmosphere is typically described as cozy, friendly, and laid-back, offering a pleasant dining experience.

“Cozy dining, warm lights”

While portions are often described as generous and the food quality high, some diners find the prices to be on the higher side for the area.

“Little bit pricey”

The food is well-regarded for being delicious, fresh, and flavorful, with a wide variety of savory and sweet crepes, as well as other dishes like salads, pastas, and French toast. Portions are generally described as generous.

“Everything is so flavorful and fresh”

Service is frequently highlighted as friendly, attentive, quick, and professional, contributing to a positive dining experience.

“Staff is friendly, helpful and quick”

The atmosphere is consistently described as amazing, cozy, relaxed, welcoming, and family-friendly, with pleasant indoor and outdoor seating options.

“Atmosphere is amazing, like having breakfast with family”

While some diners note it can be a bit pricey, the generous portions and quality of ingredients generally lead to a perception of good value.

“Great quantity, def get more than you pay for”

The food is generally well-regarded, with many dishes known for their taste, generous portions, and fresh ingredients. Standouts include pancakes, Benedicts, and French toast, though some savory items like steak and certain hashes have received criticism.

“All breading! A thick, juicy cut”

Service is a mixed bag, with many positive comments about friendly and attentive staff, but also recurring issues with rudeness, inattentiveness, and confrontational behavior from some servers.

“Came across as rude”

The atmosphere is frequently described as lively, trendy, and having a good brunch vibe, though it can be quite loud.

“Lively crowd and a perfect brunch vibe”

Portions are consistently described as large, offering good value for the price, with many diners feeling they get their money's worth.

“Portions are big”

Generally known for flavorful, fresh dishes with generous portions. However, inconsistency noted: some diners report bland, underseasoned food, overcooked items, or poorly executed dishes, suggesting kitchen variability.

“Food was great, flavorful, and tasted fresh”

Mostly excellent—staff attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. Isolated complaints of slow service (50+ min wait during birthday, server inattention at one table), but majority celebrate server attentiveness.

“Service was outstanding, attentive and professional”

Vibrant, casual, welcoming atmosphere with multiple seating areas (indoor, outdoor, bar). Described as 'inviting,' 'cozy,' 'nice,' with good lighting. Some weekend crowding noted but generally positive ambiance.

“Atmosphere was inviting and nice”

First-rate value perception. Generous portions at reasonable prices well-regarded ('great value,' 'huge portions,' 'good price'). Consistent reception on portion-to-cost ratio.

“Huge portions at reasonable prices”

Generally delicious with solid pancakes and omelets, fresh ingredients noted by 11 diners. However, consistency issues emerge: undercooked pancakes mentioned, dry eggs, soggy French toast, and occasional disappointments ('food was average,' 'mediocre'). Portions are generous.

“Food is delicious and beautiful. Portion is generous.”

Notable servers (Siyar, Claudia, Esteban, Mary) receive abundant celebrate and specific recognition. But pattern of service lapses: slow refills, forgotten items, server MIA for 15+ minutes, unclear who is assigned to tables. Owner responses show 2 sarcastic instances, suggesting management may dismiss legitimate complaints.

“Service was excellent, and the food was not only good but there was plenty of it.”

Well-regarded as modern, clean, bright, cozy, well-decorated, and inviting. Atmosphere described as 'upscale,' 'calm,' 'family-friendly.' One diner noted 'cramped' seating with little space between tables. Overall reliable positive vibe.

“Atmosphere is cozy and inviting, perfect for a relaxed start.”

Price range $20-30 per person. Most find portions generous and justify cost ('good value for money'). However, recurring complaint about high prices for quality: 'on the pricey side,' 'combo deal is terrible value,' substitution charges not disclosed upfront. Moderate dissatisfaction on value perception.

“A little on the pricey side, but what can you do?”

Food quality is inconsistent. Mimosas and signature dishes (Tres Leches pancakes, chilaquiles, Eggs Benedict) earn genuine celebrate, but multiple diners report frozen/boxed ingredients, underseasoned Mexican dishes, and portion-to-price misalignment. Fresh ingredients mentioned 4x, but cost-cutting shortcuts undermine premium positioning.

“Box mash potatoes. Fresh food”

Service is highly variable—from excellent and attentive to inattentive and forgotten orders. Staff friendliness celebrated frequently (10x 'great service'), but pacing issues persist: forgotten orders, 45-minute waits while seated, slow drink delivery on slow days. Staffing shortages noted multiple times.

“Completely ignored for 45 minutes”

Vibrant and fun atmosphere is a genuine strength. DJ/live music on weekends, large group-friendly, family-owned warmth, colorful decor, TV for sports. But one major complaint: VERY LOUD acoustics make conversation difficult. Crowd noise from drunk patrons also noted. Mixed perception of temperature control (too cold in winter per one diner).

“VERY LOUD. Hard to hear”

Poor value perception dominates recent reception. $18 sandwiches with 2oz meat, $73 for two breakfast meals, $130 for three people, overpriced drinks ($8 apple juice, $10 Arnold Palmers). Portions inconsistently small relative to price; mimosas overfilled with ice. Earlierdiners celebrated value; recent reviews consistently criticize price-to-portion ratio.

“Not a good value”

Pancakes are well-regarded as fluffy and delicious, with many other breakfast staples like omelets and chicken fried steak also receiving high marks. Ingredients are generally considered fresh and portions are generous.

“Pancakes were the best”

Service is frequently described as friendly, attentive, and fast, with staff making diners feel welcome and like family.

“Team members were so attentive and personable”

The atmosphere is often described as a classic, friendly diner with a lively but comfortable feel, though some decor is noted as outdated.

“Classic American diner”

Portions are consistently described as generous, and prices are considered reasonable, offering good value for the amount of food served.

“Generous portions”

The food is well-regarded for its fresh ingredients, generous portions, and delicious taste, with many dishes like pancakes, skillets, and eggs Benedict being highlighted.

“ALL AROUND PHENOMENAL 🥞🧇🍳⏲️☕️❤️”

Service is generally described as friendly and attentive, with many staff members noted for their positive interactions, though some signs suggest occasional lapses in attentiveness.

“Service is great and friendly.”

The atmosphere is often described as cozy, warm, and family-oriented, with a classic diner feel that appeals to many.

“Cozy atmosphere, friendly staff”

Diners find the prices reasonable for the quality and quantity of food served, with generous portions contributing to good value.

“Great breakfast at a reasonable price.”

The burritos are well-regarded for their large size, delicious flavor, and generous fillings, with the orange sauce frequently highlighted as a standout accompaniment. Fresh ingredients and a variety of meat and vegetarian options are also noted.

“Amazing burritos here!”

While many diners highlight friendly and attentive staff, a few instances of rushed, dismissive, or rude service have been noted, particularly from specific staff members.

“Rushed and dismissive manner”

The atmosphere is generally described as nice, clean, cozy, and inviting, with some mentioning good music and a welcoming environment for families.

“Clean and cozy seating”

Portions are consistently described as huge, with many diners noting that one burrito is enough to share, making the price point a good value.

“HUGE and delicious”