Cafe Borrone - Menlo Park, California

Kimmie M.

Looking for a fabulous breakfast/brunch spot in Menlo Park/near Palo Alto? I was…and I found it!
Although I was late to discover this café...it is obviously no secret...it was packed with customers!

I had scoped the menu before walking in and realized there were many items on their menu that looked like something I would order. Yay...Options!!!

Once I got inside, I saw a line of people holding menus and then I saw registers at the front of the line. This must be where I start. Once I got to the front of the line, I told the gentleman that was going to place my order that this was my first time at Café Borrone.

He was so nice, knowledgeable and helpful...I knew I wanted a scramble and a latte, but I also knew I wanted something else. I thought about a side of toast but this smart guy talked me into a pastry. I asked which one was his favorite because there were so many good ones to choose from...I couldn't decide. He said the blueberry biscuit was his favorite and I said "okay...I'll have one of those".

While I was ordering; I learned that everything is sold à la cart, my food gets dropped off to me at whatever table I pick, I will need to grab my latte from their coffee bar, and that the ingredients they use to make their food comes from local farms. Perfect!!!

I ended up with a latte, a blueberry biscuit, a ham and cheese scramble, and a side of breakfast potatoes. He handed me a number (to place on the table for my food delivery), my biscuit along with a napkin and utensils and then I went over to the coffee bar to grab my latte.
As I waited for my latte, I met another nice employee. He was making my drink and he told me that the pastry item I picked is his favorite. YUUUSSSS! At this point, without eating a thing, I felt like I had scored and literally just wanted to eating the biscuit as I stood there waiting for my drink. Ha...my drink didn't even take a long time...I was just so excited for the biscuit! Buuut I managed to have a bit of self-control and I waited until I sat down.
I got a spot at a bar table near the coffee bar. Again...Perfect!!! I didn't even wait for my food to arrive, I just took a sip of the latte and started eating my biscuit. Oh my gosh...both were sooo good. Now I could see why everyone liked that blueberry biscuit so much. The texture was just right...it was tender with just the right amount of fluffy yet firm and loaded with fresh juicy blueberries bursting with flavor!!!! Then out came my hot items! I had grabbed a bottle of hot sauce, as I usually add that to most of my breakfast meals, BUT I decided to try the scramble and the potatoes without hot sauce first (simply based on how flavorful the biscuit was). Neither one needed hot sauce. The potatoes had been prepared with thinly sliced onions which added great flavor and the texture of my skillet was on point; not dry and a good ratio of cheese and ham to egg...and so totally ymmy!!!

Because of where I was sitting, I could see the staff while I ate. They were friendly, attentive and busy...helping customers with to-go boxes, replenishing sugar caddies and condiments, clearing and cleaning tables once patrons left so other people could sit down and enjoy their meals. I even dropped a napkin on the floor at one point and was going to pick it up once I was done eating. Nope...the staff was on it...a gal came over and picked it up before I finished my meal. And because I was so close to the coffee bar area, the gentleman that took my order came up and checked on me to see make sure I was enjoying everything. What perfect service from start to finish! No joke!

Good Vibes
Friendly Service
Fast Service
DELICIOUS FOOD
Clean

I'll be back!!!!

Side notes:
Parking was EASY - I parked in the garage below. Plenty of parking!
Indoor and outdoor seating

Ella W.

The waffles, pancakes, and French toast are all amazing and such good quality! Their hot chocolate is great, and as someone who is very picky about hot chocolate, it is my favorite. The staff is so kind, and the pastries like the blueberry biscuit and cinnamon rolls are so big and delicious. The service is always quick, and all the food is high quality. Lots of families and dogs, making the environment homey and nice. Sometimes the line can get long on the weekends, but it’s usually not too bad.

Jomiya A.

It used to be good. Coming after a long time with high expectations. But the food was below average, hot chocolate was cold and bacon was too chewy. Cake was not fresh, awful taste.

For a sandwich, cake slice and hot chocolate it was $50 per person.

Yingzi S. H.

Ample indoor outdoor seating, a lot of parking options, quick service and great staff, incredible food and drinks. 10/10 no notes

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Anahita K.

I was very dissapointed by the really low quality of the food. I drove 40 minutes to try this cafe just because of the good reviews. But it will definitely be my last time here. The eggs had clumps of cheese in it which was really weird and hard to eat. The pancakes was undercooked! You could literally see the batter. I won't go back neither do I recommend. The 2 stars are because they have outdoor seating

Theo W.

Adorable interior, with so much indoor and outdoor seating. Many different drinks at the espresso bar, and amazing baked goods (highly recommend the orange cranberry scone). My oat milk iced lattes are always perfect, pretty big size for the price. They also make an incredible matcha latte, so vibrant and strong! Staff are so nice and helpful. I come here all the time!!

Oliver P.

No frills casual American dining with usual diner fare. It is pretty much your value for money place and is the most cozy and convenient place within the area so expect crowds especially during breakfast and brunch times. It is a good place for meet ups and has the local community vibe. The place has an ordering counter and a moderately small indoor seating. Tables are mainly located outside at the courtyard area. Popular with families.

Vincent T.

4/5/2025 @ 10;4am, underground on-site parking, friendly service. Can get busy location. Lots of tables.