26 Best Breakfast Restaurants near Palo Alto

“City Hall Cafe in Palo Alto is a hidden gem. Service is warm, fast, and genuinely welcoming. The breakfast is consistently excellent, with fresh ingredients and comforting flavors. Owner Sandy’s homemade touch shines in every dish, making mornings feel personal, relaxed, and always worth returning for again.“

“We love our Sunday breakfasts at Joanie's Cafe. A cup of wonderful Guatemalan coffee is brought to us as soon as we sit down. Coffee refills are ongoing throughout our breakfast. Eggs Benedict and the fresh fruit are our food favorite items. The wait staff is exceptional. -Long time employees who add to our enjoyment of our breakfast. \nLovely outdoor seating next to festive Sunday Farmers' Market.“

“Embaixo do hotel mais charmoso de Palo Alto, a França se apresenta em versão californiana. Um lugar bem maneiro, bem legal. E ainda toca Bossa Nova. O que pode ser melhor?“

“Adorable little café with amazing coffee and pastries! The cappuccino was perfect, and the croissant tasted fresh out of the oven. Super cozy atmosphere and kind staff. Can’t wait to come back!“

“Delicious, consistent, and wide selection. Excellent service with a big hello and smiles all around. This is a family owned restaurant where the workers are always happy to see you. The people is what makes you want to come here, and the food makes you want to stay. Honest value and freshest ingredients. Yum every time!!!“

“Wonderful customer service. Friendly and fast. This charming nostalgic diner caters to classic American comfort foods.“

“Hobee’s is a solid spot for American breakfast. It has that trusted, old-school diner feel with simple, home-cooked food. Nothing fancy, just comforting breakfast dishes done well. A nice place if you’re looking for a classic breakfast with a cozy vibe.“

“Great breakfast Good quality and good prices!!“

“Excellent service, friendly staff, terrific food! Everything hot and fresh! Visiting from Michigan. Nolan was excellent server!! We will visit again when in the area. Steve & Ginny“

“People don’t just come here for the food — they come for the culture. The parking lot alone is a show. You’ll see some seriously fancy cars and motorbikes lined up like an unofficial exhibition. Somehow this rustic old farmhouse has become a gathering spot for car lovers, and it adds to the whole experience.

The space itself is full of old-world charm — huge dining areas spread around the wooden house and spacious outdoor area in multiple “tents”. I personally love that worn, wooden, cozy vibe.

Food-wise, it’s classic American comfort done right. Everything tastes fresh and authentically made with care. My tuna melt was toasted perfectly golden brown on the outside and generously filled inside — simple but amazing. Bonus: it’s dog-friendly, so our dog babies can join too.

Definitely a place you go for the full experience.“

“Recommended 100%, great food, great place to have breakfast with your family and friends, been there so many times with my family every time we have a chance, if you want to have a great meal with your loved ones and friends.. hey let me tell you.. this is definetely the place!..five stars!!“

“kids love to eat crepes and there are delicious there“

“Great Korean food! I like that I can build my own binimbap with salad. I also requested French fries with cheese and homemade kimchi since I liked it when I tried from a food truck before. Sooooooo good! Not on the menu, but worth asking for.“

“Great food and diverse menu selection. The Chilaquiles were delicious, very authentic Mexican taste and the French toast is to die for.“

“very great service, one of the best I had, will repeat“

“Good breakfast and coffee“

“Oh my goodness!!! The only thing I can say is wow!..
SO Glad I came here to eat.. Anna helped us through the menu and was 10 servers at once ( NO JOKE) breakfast was a whole different experience.. old school meals but FRESH, from scratch preparation, and those Pumpkin pancakes, the COFFEE!! Everyone from the kitchen, to the service was so sweet and inviting! I haven’t felt like breakfast with the family in a long time.. And this is what I got, A meal for the stomach and the soul!!! So glad for places like these that are still around.. Phenomenal job, thank you for this experience!“

“Best tamales anywhere , don’t know where these two people rating 1 start are buying from . (Haters) the tamales are so delicious. If they wouldn’t be, she will spend all day selling and I can Guarantee you if you stop around noon she is gone. Give it a try , like it …you will be back if not move on. But don’t be hater.“

“I come here very often! I really like the egg sandwiches, bagels, and club sandwiches. The donuts are very average, I have not had a fresh one from here before or one that really impressed me. Their coffee is also very simple so don't expect anything fancy there. The staff are very quick and usually friendly although there are some I feel I have irritated just by picking up my order. I am a very self concious person though so maybe I'm imagining things. I am really glad this place exists. I love that they have their own online ordering system that they manage in house! Let's go independence from big corporations!! I'm also excited to see that they're expanding next door and getting a drive thru later this year. Overall, highly recommend.“

“This is one of my favorite places for breakfast and brunch. I've been a regular for years, and the service and food have consistently been good. They recently added a few Mexican dishes to their menu, such as chilaquiles, which are a solid choice. Their benedicts, smoothies and bagels are also really good.

However, their pancakes are THE BEST! No matter what I order, I always have to try them. They are simply delicious with a very particular flavor.“

“Great food served quickly. Bacon Avocado onelette is my go-to and it never disappoints. Order a cup of coffee, and you get a full carafe on the side for your dining pleasure. Shredded hash browns with onions are fantastic. I recommend any time you need a nice breakfast or lunch!“

“Really enjoyed my visit here! The pancakes were fluffy and delicious, and everything came out hot and fresh. The staff was kind and welcoming, and even though it got a bit busy, they still made sure we were taken care of. The restaurant was clean and comfortable. Overall, a great spot for a cozy and satisfying breakfast.“

“I wish I could remember our servers name we had a fabulous time in Newark we were there for business we ate down the road from our hotel at IHOP The food was hot Delicious and everything seemed to be fresh I'm not a big fan of eating out but I was pleased we ate there four different days and every time our server was amazing and so was the food“

“the banana pancakes were delicious and hit the spot .“

“The place was empty when we got there. We ordered fish and chips, a veggie omelette and chocolate pancakes. All were very good. I thought the fish was a bit extra salty but loading with tarter sauce made it better. The server was very courteous and timely. One other person came and left while we were there but other than that, we were the only customers in the place. I guess 5am is too early for most folks.“

“We went the Monday before Christmas and it was rather crowded. Service was a little slow as expected for such a day but the staff was very nice.

Its a standard restaurant decor and atmosphere wise and the food is quite good too. My breakfast combo was more than enough food and came with plenty of turkey bacon. There are also many kinds of hot sauce and syrup at the table to dress up your food how you like it.“