50 Best Breakfast Restaurants near Berkeley

“I recently visited this restaurant and had a really good experience overall. The atmosphere was welcoming and comfortable, with a nice balance between casual and stylish. It’s a great spot whether you’re going with friends or just grabbing a quick meal.“

“Not many vegetarian options, but the one you have is the best ever🤩“

“I just tried your original scone from Whole Foods here in San Jose, and it is so delicious and moisty! Please keep making them. Hope to visit your cafe in Berkeley one day.“

“Chicken and waffles ? ? on point as always. I think I’ll try dinner next time.“

“What a great surprise. The food was delicious, and the service was great. We look forward to trying the rest of the menu. I highly recommend the Loco Moco.“

“I won’t say it’s hard to find a fulfilling breakfast place in SF as there’s thousands of choices, but hopefully this review gives you peace of mind. I promise you won’t be disappointed. It’s pricey, it’s San Francisco, but it’s GOOD! With incredible breakfast choices like thick cut brioche French toast served with cherry butter, to thick breakfast burritos with home made spicy sauce. With almost 10M views I promise reviews won’t let you down.“

“Absolutely delicious. The staff was awesome. Consuelo couldn't have been more friendly! Great experience. Highly recommend 😋😋“

“We did a taco bar for my 3 year old’s dragon themed birthday party (we’re big fans of the “dragon’s love tacos” book). Early bird tacos was awesome - so many people asked who catered! Yum yum yum, will definitely use again!“

“We came here for breakfast and really enjoyed it. I ordered a matcha latte with a little vanilla and it was amazing! I also had the salmon eggs Benedict, and the portion was very good!
They seated us very quickly, even though the restaurant was pretty busy. Great food and nice atmosphere overall.“

“So pleased we stumbled across this amazing coffee shop / diner. Friendly staff and atmosphere.. Cosy restaurant serving a great range of food in a great location, but doesn’t feel touristy 👌☺️“

“The food was great, the service was amazing and staff very kind! Clean restrooms are a plus too! Thank you for the great food and great service!“

“Great food always! Old school comfort food (french toast, omelettes, waffles, pancakes plus a lot more ) be prepared to wait if you are going on the weekend.“

“Atmosphere, customer service, prices and the freaking food is amazing 😍. Highest rated casual dining from Hayward to Vallejo! For good reason! This is a must if in the area. We will be back!“

“I want to share my experience with Tycoon Kitchen. The food is really delicious. I come here 2–3 times a week, and it’s always good. The manager is very attentive and friendly. I also love that you can get your food to go and take it up to the park — it’s like having a little picnic in the middle of a workday.“

“great value and delicious on- the- go breakfast selections. An independent establishment that enhances the neighborhood.“

“Update:
Cozy space with great friendly staff (depends on the visit) the service is quick and efficient.
Good spot for breakfast the coffee is great and the food items fulfilling however what they show not always equals what U get sadly (see my pics)
It can get busy at times but tables get available in no time.“

“I had the salmon croquettes and they were absolutely amazing!!“

“Jen and Cecy and the team at Cafe Soleil catered our wedding at the Brazilian Room, and it was a wonderful experience. The food was absolutely delicious, they took care of *everything* in the venue, and they were truly a joy to work with. Cecy was very responsive, professional, and patient with our many questions and requests. During the reception, the staff was wonderful with the passed appetizers and the bar, and the servers took care of us (bride and groom) with special attention. At the end of the evening, once our guests were done with the bar, the bartender even came out on the dance floor to teach us a line dance. :-) Jen is a treasure: her professionalism is suffused with genuine warmth, and we felt well taken care of from the very beginning of the process. And did I mention the food was amazing?“

“The service is fast and effective, and the food is delicious - as you can see from the long lines of people wanting to eat there. We are traveling from Norway and Louisiana, but always visit Honey Honey when we are in town 🌹🌹🌹“

“1111 Solano is a new location for this restaurant. Previously near Craneway and before the pandemic in Point Richmond. Same chef, same staff, and same excellent food and service.“

“Best food and best service!“

“I'm a dialysis patient nearby and happened to be passing after treatment. Stopped in and MAAAAN. What you get for the price! The taste, atmosphere and customer service were on POINT. Will be back as soon as this treatment ends... TOWN “

“I have been stopping by the restaurant at least once a week for breakfast since 2023. all the breakfast menu items are great. you will be pleased with what ever you select.“

“had eggs jaqueline. was superb.“

“It is a small restaurant, but great in its quality, attention, service and its prices are very affordable, I recommend it for its breakfasts such as chilaquiles, eggs with chorizo ​​and eggs Benedict's, its sound is generally attentive to all its customers, because it has a large number of regular customers.“

“Wooly Pig has amazing tasty sandwiches that come accompanied by delicious salads and/ or other selected portions. You must check it out!…“

“Thank you for the great friendly service“

“Delicious food! Great Bar and desserts! Super friendly staff and owners.“

“My Mother and I enjoy eating here periodically. She loves their thick, Belgian waffles while I usually opt for the sausage only or sausage and mushroom omelet with tater tots. I cannot eat the entire omelet so I take half of it home for breakfast the next day. Service is quick and friendly and prices are reasonable. A nice, low-key gem in Alameda.“

“Arrived about 9am on Tuesday, we were the second patrons to sit down so seating was ample. The waitress was the restaurants manager/ owner of this local Portola gem that’s got great food!
Breakfast At Tiffany’s was the best pit stop on the way to our departing cruise for a quick bite (2 eggs and a side of their thick extra crisp bacon strips - ask for them to make it extra crispy - it’s so worth it!)
Very polite even when I wanted to exchange my hash browns for the bacon.“

“I wanted to take a moment to highly recommend Shalom Fast Food for anyone looking for the best breakfast and exceptional service in the area. Having experienced their offerings firsthand, I can confidently say that their food quality and customer service stand out above the rest. If you’re considering a place to enjoy a memorable breakfast, Shalom Fast Food is an excellent choice. Please feel free to reach out if you would like more information or a personal recommendation.“

“One of my favorite restaurants in the park for brunch. The donuts are delicious and the service is always so friendly.“

“Very small coffee and breakfast spot. Family run. I have. Soft spot for these kinds of places. Food felt like home cooked and made with care. Very tasty. Try the iced Vietnamese coffee. Parking is hit or miss. One or two tables in the dining room, so go with takeout or wait your turn.“

“Love them. I take my morning walk on my days off usually Sunday mornings. Super cozy, hole in the wall, and I order my usual waffle fanatic, with eggs and bacon. I think family owned. Can get busy at times but these folks bust their booties to get everyone in and fed and on their merry way so don't forget to tip them fat ! Have a blessed one . Hope you love this spot as much as I do. Ciao!“

“Was very quick to get seated in the morning and Fabio was fantastic with serving us making sure everything was perfect and on a timely matter, food was amazing and was fairly priced for each person with a high appetite. I Ordered the chicken and waffles and they were amazing with the fried potatoes“

“Karol was very attentive & responsive. This is the 2nd time we have had her as a server. The staff works as a team and are supportive of each other, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Food was beautiful prepared and presented. No pictures taken because we devoured our food, and photos were an afterthought. Thank you Richmond IHOP!“

“Best bartenders & atmosphere you can ask for! HOME TO THE SF BILLS BACKERS!“

“At the risk of making this place too busy, I have to give them their due. We tried them for the first time today and everything was excellent, from the service to the coffee to the food. The beans that come with the Mexican breakfast entrees are the best I've had anywhere. Come eat with these good folks.“

“We’ve worked with Ruru Kitchen on several large catering orders for our office, and they’ve been an absolute dream to work with. The team is responsive, organized, and always on time. They make the entire process incredibly easy - from helping us plan a thoughtful, delicious menu that accommodates all dietary needs, to setting everything up beautifully on the day. Our employees always rave about the food, they are a huge hit every time. The personal touches really shine through, and they always work with us to stay within our budget. I’m so grateful for their partnership and can’t wait to work with them again for our next event!“

“It’s a dive bar for food (and it’s glorious). Cheap, simple food.

Grab a donut, bagel, breakfast sandwich, or drip coffee. Cash or $5 card minimum.

I love these kinds of shops and I’ll do anything to support the hardworking people who save us from the posh spots that charge 3x as much just to sit next to an Edison bulb.“

“Got breakfast here everyday I stayed in SF — if you get there right after 8:30 AM that’s when they start bringing out the fresh pastries. Get the egg tart and coconut bun. Coconut bun is out of this world and the egg tart is super flaky and buttery. Getting there early is a must because the bakery items are still warm!“

“Staff was friendly and the service of the food was delicious 🤤“

“The donuts here are out of this world good. Especially the apple fritters, cinnamon buns, and crumb cake donut. And the coffee is really good too. Not too strong and bitter. Just right.

The staff is always friendly and helpful and quick with a smile.

There are tons of other breakfast and lunch offerings from the grill but when they have the best donuts in SF, and quite possibly the world, why try anything else. I have lived in 16 countries on 3 continents, and travelled to dozens more, and the donuts here are by far the best I have ever had.

The place is a hot spot for breakfast and lunch but as the staff is so efficient and helpful you never have to wait long.

I gave the atmosphere a 5 star because if you come to a traditional, old style, American artisan donut emporium and expect something other than basic accoutrements, you’re in the wrong place. The place is not chi-chi or frou-frou, but it is down home, comfortable and clean.“

“Come for coffee stay for baked goods!“

“First off this has been at this location for years and it’s definitely time for some of the booth back cushions to be replaced. I went here for breakfast on 11/2/24 and our waitress Carla was absolutely awesome. I think the location was short staffed and I have to admit Carla was working her butt off providing great service to all the patrons she was assigned all over the whole restaurant. She stayed smiling and was still attentive to us and that’s really cool and she was in costume. The food was really good and came out pretty fast due to the place having lots of folks. Only thing you gotta watch out for is the pricing on the Build Your Own Omelette. Each thing you add is 3.00 on top of the 15.00 omelette price and at most other Iphop it’s only 1.29 for each ingredient added.“

“Everything was perfectly cooked and delicious: NY steak(medium), pancakes, crispy hasbrowns, over easy eggs. I asked for onions and bell peppers on my corned beef hash and it was amazing.

Kid-friendliness: My 4yo enjoyed his pancakes, eggs and bacon.“

“good food 👍 good service.“

“Great pancakes and bacon!!!“