Run by a small crew of good people. Food excellent and tasty. Short menu but good selection. Even drink menu is short but has just the right selection to spend a few hours. Only negative is only outside seating with little protection against weather, which leads to limited hours during winter time.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Schnitzel Sandwich
Brad Haven
It was so good, and I would definitely return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
June Wong
This is a really cute restaurant. We sat outside as it was a nice day. There is some street noise if you sit outside. The waiter was attentive and friendly.
Our party split two Caesar salads as a starter. That was plenty enough for five people. The salad was nice for the pieces of shaved Parmesan in it.
I had steak frites. I thought the bernaise sauce was a little sweet, but they meat was perfectly cooked to medium rare. The fries were very good as well. There was a nice arugula salad that came with it.
One of our dining companions got the petrale sole. It was delicious.
We wanted to try their desserts, but the waiter told us their ovens were down, so they weren’t able to offer any desserts today.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Cee Rose Photography
Service was great.... Restaurant patio was cramped where we sat. I would try again but the servings were ridiculous.. my breakfast came with literally 5 small pieces of potatoes. I had more fruit than potatoes. The two eggs were very runny. Not enjoyable with the ONE slice of toast that was the size of one egg.
For the price...it's a little weird this is what happened.... But my chai latte was great. Would not try here again.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Yazdi Tantra
Interesting small place with courteous service and good quality food
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Alexis McLaughlin
I had a nice brunch with some friends that were visiting from out of town. The food was fresh and delicious. I really enjoyed the vibe of it all!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jen Smith
This was a fantastic meal! I took my friend here for her birthday dinner and it was so delicious. We ordered the Filet Mignon Carpaccio - thinly sliced beef with arugula, shaved Parmesan and olive oil. So simple but so delicious. I had the King Salmon and my friend had the burger (Wagyu beef). Just be aware that there is a sliced jalapeño in there. She was wondering why her mouth was burning! My salmon was perfectly crisp on the outside and moist on the inside. The sauce with the potatoes, spinach and cherry tomatoes came together so simply but with a lot of flavor. The service was excellent. Just be aware that they are off the Main Street of downtown Pleasanton but not far at all. Please support this business. It’s well worth a visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alyx Lofton (Chabot Business Solutions)
Nice place for ladies who lunch. Really nice and airy patio to have your meal. I went with a friend for lunch and it’s got a nice menu that serve good sized portions and wih a nice selection. Even though I’m not a vegetarian, I can’t pass up a portobello mushroom sandwich if I see it. Although, the steak sandwich also looked good. Luckily I got to try both since my friend ordered the steak sandwich. Both were great! Unfortunately I forgot to take photos of the meals, but it was photo worthy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Desiree R.
Very nice relaxing outdoor seating. Everything we ordered was excellent!! This was probably the best lobster ravioli I've ever had. It was superb.
The wait staff was attentive even though they were busy. Given that the excellent service was appreciated.
This was a very nice dining experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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🌿 Where Brunch Meets Peace | The Duchess Experience – with a California Soul 👑
I started my morning at The Duchess with The Crown — and it truly lived up to its royal name 👑 Fluffy Belgian waffles, crispy fried chicken, creamy eggs, and that perfect peach compote… every bite felt like a celebration. 🍑🧇🍗
But this place is more than just a brunch spot. Sitting under this magnificent olive tree, I felt something deeper than just shade — it was peace, strength, and stillness. 🌳 It instantly brought Avatar’s Tree of Souls to mind… something ancient and spiritual, quietly grounding me. 🎬🍃
The California sun, the stillness of the courtyard, the light trickling through the branches — it felt like time slowed down. ☀️✨ I took a moment to reflect, plan my week, and just be. It fed more than just my body — it recharged my soul. 📖💭
And a big shoutout to Siyar for the warm, welcoming service — you truly made this experience feel like home. 🙌💛
The Duchess isn’t just a place to eat — It’s a quiet corner of California where brunch becomes a ritual, and nature reminds you to slow down. Can’t wait to return… to reconnect, refocus, and enjoy more mornings like this. 🌿☕
Poor cuisine, no indoor seating, service was just adequate and prices were not commensurate with the food preparation, presentation or quality.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Todd Machado
Definatly coming back for brunch. Very pleasing atmosphere for sitting outside
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ash
Edited:
One dish was supposed to have truffle fries, but we received normal fries. The steak was super skinny.
We asked what they recommend for kids. Usually, high end places like this will have a few options for kids off the menu, like buttered noodles or grilled cheese, for a decent price point. They advised we get the full adult burger with none of the toppings. We got the burger, no toppings, but was charged full price.
Otherwise food is tasty
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Lyndsy Faulkner
Had lunch here on a Sunday. No wait for a table and very friendly service. My friend had the French omelette and she really liked it. I had the portabella sandwich and it was delicious. It was a nice, thick slice of a portabella and the bread was delicious. Sometimes mushroom sandwiches can get soggy if not done correctly but this one was made well and was very good from start to finish. I also got a dark chocolate souffle to go and I wish I had eaten it there. It was very good but you could tell it would have been better if eaten right away.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
karthik joshi
It’s a great outdoor place with amazingly nice food. Felt like service can be improved. Overall nice place to eat,Kids friendly too.Presentation of the food is very detailed.
Run by a small crew of good people. Food excellent and tasty. Short menu but good selection. Even drink menu is short but has just the right selection to spend a few hours. Only negative is only outside seating with little protection against weather, which leads to limited hours during winter time.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Schnitzel Sandwich
It was so good, and I would definitely return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a really cute restaurant. We sat outside as it was a nice day. There is some street noise if you sit outside. The waiter was attentive and friendly.
Our party split two Caesar salads as a starter. That was plenty enough for five people. The salad was nice for the pieces of shaved Parmesan in it.
I had steak frites. I thought the bernaise sauce was a little sweet, but they meat was perfectly cooked to medium rare. The fries were very good as well. There was a nice arugula salad that came with it.
One of our dining companions got the petrale sole. It was delicious.
We wanted to try their desserts, but the waiter told us their ovens were down, so they weren’t able to offer any desserts today.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Service was great.... Restaurant patio was cramped where we sat. I would try again but the servings were ridiculous.. my breakfast came with literally 5 small pieces of potatoes. I had more fruit than potatoes. The two eggs were very runny. Not enjoyable with the ONE slice of toast that was the size of one egg.
For the price...it's a little weird this is what happened.... But my chai latte was great. Would not try here again.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Interesting small place with courteous service and good quality food
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
I had a nice brunch with some friends that were visiting from out of town. The food was fresh and delicious. I really enjoyed the vibe of it all!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was a fantastic meal! I took my friend here for her birthday dinner and it was so delicious. We ordered the Filet Mignon Carpaccio - thinly sliced beef with arugula, shaved Parmesan and olive oil. So simple but so delicious. I had the King Salmon and my friend had the burger (Wagyu beef). Just be aware that there is a sliced jalapeño in there. She was wondering why her mouth was burning! My salmon was perfectly crisp on the outside and moist on the inside. The sauce with the potatoes, spinach and cherry tomatoes came together so simply but with a lot of flavor. The service was excellent. Just be aware that they are off the Main Street of downtown Pleasanton but not far at all. Please support this business. It’s well worth a visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice place for ladies who lunch. Really nice and airy patio to have your meal. I went with a friend for lunch and it’s got a nice menu that serve good sized portions and wih a nice selection. Even though I’m not a vegetarian, I can’t pass up a portobello mushroom sandwich if I see it. Although, the steak sandwich also looked good. Luckily I got to try both since my friend ordered the steak sandwich. Both were great! Unfortunately I forgot to take photos of the meals, but it was photo worthy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very nice relaxing outdoor seating. Everything we ordered was excellent!! This was probably the best lobster ravioli I've ever had. It was superb.
The wait staff was attentive even though they were busy. Given that the excellent service was appreciated.
This was a very nice dining experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
🌿 Where Brunch Meets Peace | The Duchess Experience – with a California Soul 👑
I started my morning at The Duchess with The Crown — and it truly lived up to its royal name 👑
Fluffy Belgian waffles, crispy fried chicken, creamy eggs, and that perfect peach compote… every bite felt like a celebration. 🍑🧇🍗
But this place is more than just a brunch spot.
Sitting under this magnificent olive tree, I felt something deeper than just shade — it was peace, strength, and stillness. 🌳
It instantly brought Avatar’s Tree of Souls to mind… something ancient and spiritual, quietly grounding me. 🎬🍃
The California sun, the stillness of the courtyard, the light trickling through the branches — it felt like time slowed down. ☀️✨
I took a moment to reflect, plan my week, and just be.
It fed more than just my body — it recharged my soul. 📖💭
And a big shoutout to Siyar for the warm, welcoming service — you truly made this experience feel like home. 🙌💛
The Duchess isn’t just a place to eat —
It’s a quiet corner of California where brunch becomes a ritual, and nature reminds you to slow down.
Can’t wait to return… to reconnect, refocus, and enjoy more mornings like this. 🌿☕
#TheDuchess #AvatarEnergy #CaliforniaBrunchVibes #OliveTreePeace #BrunchWithHeart
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Poor cuisine, no indoor seating, service was just adequate and prices were not commensurate with the food preparation, presentation or quality.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Definatly coming back for brunch. Very pleasing atmosphere for sitting outside
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Edited:
One dish was supposed to have truffle fries, but we received normal fries. The steak was super skinny.
We asked what they recommend for kids. Usually, high end places like this will have a few options for kids off the menu, like buttered noodles or grilled cheese, for a decent price point. They advised we get the full adult burger with none of the toppings. We got the burger, no toppings, but was charged full price.
Otherwise food is tasty
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Had lunch here on a Sunday. No wait for a table and very friendly service. My friend had the French omelette and she really liked it. I had the portabella sandwich and it was delicious. It was a nice, thick slice of a portabella and the bread was delicious. Sometimes mushroom sandwiches can get soggy if not done correctly but this one was made well and was very good from start to finish. I also got a dark chocolate souffle to go and I wish I had eaten it there. It was very good but you could tell it would have been better if eaten right away.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
It’s a great outdoor place with amazingly nice food. Felt like service can be improved. Overall nice place to eat,Kids friendly too.Presentation of the food is very detailed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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