Old-school operation offering family-style portions of rustic American fare in storied surroundings.
This place is going downhill fast and everyone is just holding on to the nostalgia of the place. Has seriously gone down hill the past few years. Higher prices, smaller portions, worse service. Used to be a fav of our family years ago but within the past few years you get a way better breakfast at any other Diner in town.
Published 20 days ago
Great place to get a bite to eat, but really bad service every time I've been there. Sometimes it's to-go and sometimes is for dine-in, but everytime I've been hit with servers who are very rude. I'll ask a simple question for conversation and they'll give a 1 word answer, but then engage in conversation with the locals that probably go there every day. Feels like a diner for a town that doesn't like outsiders. Weird vibes from the staff, but great food.
Published 4 months ago
The his place still holds the old world cafe charm. The food is really good and the service is excellent. You are made to feel welcome and are served well. The menu is pretty extensive and all the things we tried were great. There is ample parking as well so you don’t need to stress about street parking.
Published 8 months ago
This place is such a wonderfully delightful restaurant in the heart of Brentwood's exceptionally cute downtown. There wasn't much of a wait, even when we showed up late in the morning. The staff were incredibly friendly, the service was amazing, and the food was wonderful. We will absolutely be coming back here many more time!
Published 7 months ago
Potatoes are my favorite food. They are good here. My hubby loved the omelet and hash browns. Opens at 5am. Even on Sunday! They have plenty of parking on both sides of the cafe. There is a closed in patio, but we ate inside at a chilly 6am. They have a super friendly atmosphere.
Published 8 months ago
This place is going downhill fast and everyone is just holding on to the nostalgia of the place. Has seriously gone down hill the past few years. Higher prices, smaller portions, worse service. Used to be a fav of our family years ago but within the past few years you get a way better breakfast at any other Diner in town.
Published 20 days ago
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Published 24 days ago
The Gold standard for breakfast. Always have amazing specials. Best service, family environment.
Published 6 years ago
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Published 2 months ago
Awesome place for breakfast, great food, great service
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Published 4 months ago
Great place to get a bite to eat, but really bad service every time I've been there. Sometimes it's to-go and sometimes is for dine-in, but everytime I've been hit with servers who are very rude. I'll ask a simple question for conversation and they'll give a 1 word answer, but then engage in conversation with the locals that probably go there every day. Feels like a diner for a town that doesn't like outsiders. Weird vibes from the staff, but great food.
Published 4 months ago
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Published 4 months ago
Absolutely 💯 recommended great food!!
Published 3 years ago
They have great breakfast options! I had their Italian scramble. It was a VERY GOOD and FULFILLING! They do close at 2pm, so this is definitely a breakfast, brunch and lunch place.
Published 6 months ago
This place is such a wonderfully delightful restaurant in the heart of Brentwood's exceptionally cute downtown. There wasn't much of a wait, even when we showed up late in the morning. The staff were incredibly friendly, the service was amazing, and the food was wonderful. We will absolutely be coming back here many more time!
Published 7 months ago
Good food, good portions, great service..Breakfast was delicious!
Published 7 months ago
Been coming here for years, the deluxe breakfast with sausage patties and country potatoes is🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 so good!!!!
Published 7 months ago
Published 8 months ago
The his place still holds the old world cafe charm. The food is really good and the service is excellent. You are made to feel welcome and are served well. The menu is pretty extensive and all the things we tried were great. There is ample parking as well so you don’t need to stress about street parking.
Published 8 months ago
Potatoes are my favorite food. They are good here. My hubby loved the omelet and hash browns. Opens at 5am. Even on Sunday! They have plenty of parking on both sides of the cafe. There is a closed in patio, but we ate inside at a chilly 6am. They have a super friendly atmosphere.
Published 8 months ago
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First time I visited there, pleasent staff, clean and good seating . Breakfast was amazing . Chocolate chip pancake was amazing. Free flow of coffee .
Published 9 months ago
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Published 9 months ago
Amazing diner style resturant. Amazing breakfasts and lunch! I love the eggs Benedict and taco salad!
Published a year ago
The food is wonderful and the prices are great.
Published 9 months ago
Came here with a bunch of family on Sunday, had to wait for a table (no problem). Service was really good. The food was nothing special, but it was solid.
Published 9 months ago
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Published 10 months ago
Good food, rude waitress
Published 10 months ago
Good food, great friendly staff
Published a year ago
Published a year ago
This was a cute little cafe right off the road. It doesn't look like much from the outside, but, inside it is neatly organized, clean, and the staff were super friendly. My wife and I just left from having breakfast at this place. For me to have a deluxe breakfast and for her to have a grilled chicken sandwich was around $41 between the both of us. The service was pretty fast and they kept us filled up on coffee and frequently checked in on us.
Portion sizes were pretty big too. Highly recommend this place if you're in the area and want to stop for a quick coffee, breakfast, or grab some lunch.
Published a year ago
My last visit here was at least 35 years ago when meals here were a regular part of my life. I realize that pretty much has changed behind the scenes is different now and wasn't sure what to expect once my food arrived but the crowd and people waiting to be seated said a lot. I walked around a bit to reminisce a bit. Everything was the same but better. Lol if that makes sense. They have remained true to the spirit that has made that place so special while adding subtle improvements with simple decor. My breakfast was delicious! Truly! I ordered the California Eggs Benedict, I am very critical about hollandaise sauce and have only YUM to say about theirs. My son had the fluffiest pancakes and he said they were great. The service was fast and friendly. Perfect place to enjoy a small town favorite place.. I'll be back for sure..
Published a year ago
Published a year ago
The hostess was so rude!!! This was our first time going to Brentwood Cafe, we wanted to find a local business we enjoyed for weekly brunches. We went in to add our name to the list, and the hostess had such a bad attitude. We asked about the different areas of seating (again we've never been there before )we wanted to know if we could wait to be seated outside and she literally SLOWED down her words and told us "WE.....GO.....OFF....THE....LIST."
We were not asking to cut in line, in fact, we knew we would be waiting longer if we wanted to be seated outside. She had zero kindness and treated us like we were wasting her time, like we were an inconvenience for being there. We didn't stay and won't be going there again.
Published a year ago
Published a year ago
Very nice place, the feel is as if you’re home which is good family warmth.
Published a year ago
Published a year ago
Everything was great!!
Published a year ago
Great food, workers and atmosphere
Published a year ago
Great food. Love that you have lots of choices for half orders!!!!
Published a year ago
This place is becoming one of my regular brunch stops.... Chicken fried steak is my go to.... Very cool old school dinner. Blue collar menu done very well... The staff is fun and helpful. The place is welcoming. If this isn't one of your go tos then you're doing your Brentwood-ing wrong!
Published a year ago
Cool little spot in Brentwood Ca. Reminded me of the move “top gun”. Not sure why but I love this breakfast haven establishment. Food is always on point. The staff is amazing they great my little one with such respect. The lady’s are always great.
Published a year ago
Love a great home town Cafe! Tnis place never disappoints. Great food, great service, and great vibes.
Published a year ago
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Published a year ago
Lovely establishment. They were very accommodating and the food came fast. Baby friendly 👍🏾✨
Published a year ago
Friendly staff. Good hot food. A little old-fashioned atmosphere. Good for families.
Published a year ago
My favorite spot for breakfast going this morning
Published a year ago
Found my way here when doing a search on best breakfast in Brentwood - I was not disappointed! This place is Americana at it's finest with generous serving, great staff, horrible coffee, diner seating and and absolutely awesome food. If i'm ever back in this part of town I will be 100% going here.
Published a year ago
Brentwood Cafe is my go-to for sure born and raised in this community never been let down with Brentwood Cafe !
Published a year ago
The food was good. The service started off good, but after we ordered, it went downhill. The waitress apologized, saying she was super busy up front. It was difficult to get someone's attention to possibly see if we could even get our check, let alone a water refill or a straw. We may try again.
Published a year ago
the parking lot was empty ready to close and some old guy said he was Mayor of Brentwood said i couldn't park in lot refused me to patronize this establishment , then he said he was the owner?
Published a year ago
Brentwood Cafe is your go to neighborhood breakfast destination. Their breakfast options are plenty and delicious. Service is quick and friendly. Our waitress even took out time to provide some sightseeing advice for our Dutch friends visiting.
Published 2 years ago
Excellent food, portions and superb customer service. Collin is the best.
Published 2 years ago
Only compliments at this old school diner/cafe! Stepping in reminded me of movies like "No Country for Old Men" and " The Big Lebowski." It has the charm to brighten up your day if you had a rough one, that's of course if you grew up in the 70's to 90's. In any case, service was efficient and attentive. Food was great as well. The corned beef hash was a hit and the hot sandwiches were good too! Will be back every year after picking cherries in Brentwood :)
Published 2 years ago
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Great Breakfast, really nice folks!
Published 2 years ago
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Every time the best
Published 2 years ago
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Food and service is excellent highly recommend. Fresh coffee and the chef knows what he's doing in the kitchen.
Published 2 years ago
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I grew up in the area and used to love Brentwood cafe! Unfortunately I won’t be back. When we walked in, a lady waved us over, did not smile or anything so seemed aggressive, and put our name down. It took as 45 minutes to be seated, then another 45 just to get our food. The waitress never checked on us. She came by to take order, drop off check. Didn’t even say anything when dropping off the check. It was very busy, so maybe that’s why, but just seemed like we did not receive the same service as the other tables. The food itself was not very good. The potatoes were burnt, the French toast was not sweet and just tasted like eggs, bland eggs! The French toast was inedible in my book. Not to mention the prices are very high in comparison to other breakfast places in the area.
Published 2 years ago
Waited for our food 45 mins. A customer came in said it was there birthday and they let them in before my family
Published 2 years ago
Published 3 years ago
We had breakfast there. Food was horrible.
Published 2 years ago
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A long time funky favorite of Brentwood. The "Joe's Special " is my go to favorite, done as well as anywhere I've ever had it.
Colleen is the consumate server and request her every time...can NOT go wrong with any breakfast item.
Published 2 years ago
We usually come here with others in town, but decided to try eating here for one of our lunch dates. Would have liked to see some lighter options available, but understand that's not their market. We enjoyed the food pretty well, and service was extremely friendly... didn't have to ask for drink refills a few times. Asked to move tables and the person clearing the tables didn't even look at us, but they weren't swamped so it didn't seem like a problem. Would return again with out-of-towners or perhaps a business lunch -- although it may be too loud to talk much in-depth business.
Ordered their California Eggs Benedict which was ok, country potatoes were ok, but looking at the historical photos of Brentwood was amazing!
Published 2 years ago
Old fashioned Cafe, loved the ambiance, food was great.
Published 2 years ago
They actually let us sit down before our whole party was there. They were wonderful.
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Always good food and plenty of it . Real friendly atmosphere .
Published 2 years ago
Published 2 years ago
Delicious food and kind staff. We arrived when it was busy and were seated pretty quick.
Published 2 years ago
Published 2 years ago
As usual, DELICIOUS! And the staff is super nice and friendly.
Published 2 years ago
Quaint rustic place with a lot of charm. Excellent service, great coffee. We had breakfast, portions are huge, food was fresh made and served hot. My only critique is a couple of minor cleanliness issues, but nothing major.
Published 2 years ago
My favorite place to get breakfast in Brentwood! They open at 5am and close at 2pm. If you want to feel at grandmas house with good all American breakfast then this place is for you! Simple, no luxury, great service, delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner options. Definitely recommend it!
Published 2 years ago
We love coming here. The food is great and Alyssa always takes care of us. More of a family atmosphere with the staff and the customers.
Published 2 years ago
Good food great selection, kinda in need of a facelift. But I'll be back for sure.
Published 2 years ago
Always great food and service.
Published 2 years ago
My dad's favorite spot.
Published 2 years ago
Always good. It was a bit warm inside for my liking but tolerable.
Published 2 years ago
Horrible service!
Published 2 years ago
Great food friendly establishment 😋
Published 2 years ago
Great food and service.
Published 2 years ago
Good food ,service and value
Published 2 years ago
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Great food and great service has small town feel
Published 2 years ago
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Always great service and good food
Published 2 years ago
Pretty pricy for serving size . I ordered the california benedict and the hashbrowns were mush. Pancakes were ok . Service was decent, dont thinkbwe would be back
Published 2 years ago
Published 2 years ago
Good service, fast food. Large portions couldn't eat it all.
Published 5 years ago
Very tasty and abundant.
Published 2 years ago
My first time at Brentwood Cafe were we meet with friends to have a late Father's day breakfast, there was a line out door but our friends had arrived early & got a table. The Cafe was really busy and we had about a 45 minute wait on food.
The food was well worth the wait the portions were great and
the food was tasty and well-made, delicious.
Published 3 years ago
Great breakfasts
Published 3 years ago
They give you a lot of food. Omelets are good, so is the coffee. Just need to expand the building a little.
Published 6 years ago
Published 3 years ago
Absolutely love there food and great service and atmosphere
Published 3 years ago
Not bad, I believe my wife and I were the first black couple they've seen in a good while. The food was decent.
Thank you Brentwood Cafe for being polite.
Published 3 years ago
Published 3 years ago
The Brentwood Cafe was mostly pure patriotic full enjoyment, looking at our Ameican Heroes in the hallway entrance waiting lobby hall while waiting to be seated. They had pictures of youth sports teams stars from Brentwood area on the other wall too. The food was D-Licious. Very good plate from their regular breakfast menu. Liked it. Worthwhile.
Published 3 years ago
This place is amazing! It’s just the wait but it’s pretty busy so I don’t mind. I would definitely recommend this cafe, it’s amazing!
-Sincerely a customer who is 8 years old 😃
Published 3 years ago
Great local eatery. Good prices and very friendly attentive service.
Published 3 years ago
Great food Awesome service!
Published 3 years ago
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Was on a 24 hour fast. Had traditional bfast eggs hashbrowns and link sausage. Besides tastelesz something caused immediate stomach gas and diarreah. Probably rancid grease.
Published 3 years ago
Those are some artery-hardening Eggs Benedict. I had the spinach omelet.
Published 3 years ago
Good food. Good place.
Published 3 years ago
Great food A+ service
Published 6 years ago
Older place with quite a selection. A tent section is up for expansion. Impressive Large Pancakes with eggs and large Bacon all not burnt. The French dip sandwich has only a morsel of gristle, very clean. Impressive, I'll stop in again when that way.
Published 3 years ago
Coffee out staning .
Published 3 years ago
Food was AWESOME, service was AWESOME
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The food there was amazing.
Published 3 years ago
Excellent diner. The folks who work there are all fantastic! Good old fashioned service.
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Food is always good for a Cafe but the prices have gone way up.
Published 3 years ago
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Good as always and very quick to get our food
Published 3 years ago
Great food, great service. Nice little diner! Was shocked at how big the portions are. Will definitely be back :)
Published 3 years ago
Delicious! My brother ordered the chilly bowl with cedar, tasty and spicy! Hot link on the side topped it off! I ordered a grilled chicken sandwich. It was juicy, fresh and loved the buttery bread.
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This is the best place to go for breakfast in my opinion. Great service and the food is delicious. Nothing super fancy, just consistently good comfort food. The smoked pork chops and eggs special is one of my favorites though not on the regular menu so try it when it's available!
Published 3 years ago
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Service Staff is always friendly and will generally do whatever it takes to make you feel comfortable and satisfied.
Good, old-school, home-cooking style diner, COMFORT Food
Published 3 years ago
Food is good but no vac no inside seating
Published 3 years ago
Good old fashioned diner
Published 3 years ago
Meh. But people seem to like it. Carry on.
Published 3 years ago
Meals were good, however I don't buy into the Scamdemic, and this restaurant is requiring proof of vaccine +I.D. I don't show I.D. to eat in a restaurant, so upon being asked to provide such we turned to leave, but then told we could be seated on the patio. The funniest part is they have you walk through the restaurant to get to the patio.
We had breakfast service wasn't the greatest, but overall they are nice and working through these troubled times.
Published 3 years ago
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Its ok but no flavored creamer.... ughh
Published 3 years ago
The food taste 👍
Published 3 years ago
If your hungry and looking for a good meal Brentwood cafe is the place to go they are friendly and treat you like family
Published 3 years ago
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Great food and amazing service
Published 3 years ago
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Old school charm, great value for money and good comfort food.
Published 3 years ago
Service was spectacular but food and wait time was an absolute let down. We had multiple issues with our meals. Steak ordered medium rare was well done. The artichoke feta omlette was cold and the egg was literally folded over canned artichoke quarters with feta crumbles on top. All of the "breakfast potatoes" were inconsistenly cut, so some were perfect, some were burnt and some weren't cooked through.
We were served (party of 5) after 2 other parties had been seated after us. (A party of 4 and a party of 3).
We won't be back.
But our server was VERY sweet and brought our hungry children who been waiting over 45 minutes a fruit plate at no charge.
Published 3 years ago
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Great staff and great food! My favorite breakfast in town!
Published 3 years ago
Food was good but the gravy looked yellow. Weird to see yellow country gravy
Published 3 years ago
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I have worked at this place when i was in high school. It has changed owners but the food is still great and you will never leave hungry. Plus the staff is amazing
Published 3 years ago
For the outside it doesn't look like much, but the food and the service it's top notch. I highly recommend it for breakfast!
Published 4 years ago
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Went for lunch, and had the chili burger. Food was excellent, service was fantastic. Good place for families, although probably best to avoid peak times if your in a larger group of than say, more than six people (call ahead!) This place has a strong local following and can get fairly busy especially on weekends for breakfast and lunch!
Published 4 years ago
Fantastic service, and tons of food!
Published 4 years ago
Friendly local cafe with delicious food.
Published 4 years ago
First time here for Father's Day. Tried the pancakes,waffles, and French toast. All very good. Will definitely be back.
Published 4 years ago
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Love the people love the food feels like home
Published 4 years ago
Great food. Great people.
Published 4 years ago
Brentwood Cafe is a hometown locals favorite, that if you are not from around these parts ...
My friend, you need to stop in.
Wonderful service.
Big portions.
Kind people.
Priced right.
Down home cooking that you expect from family.
Close to everything Brentwood is known for...
Before you go pick your cherries, have a great meal in a famous diner!
Everyone knows about this place... But it's our little secret!
Published 4 years ago
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Foods great, the people that run it are great!
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Good serving size and service.
Published 4 years ago
Love this place for their home cooked meal feel. They're always willing to accommodate on special orders and their service is great. I'm glad they're still open for take out.
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Great food, visit when in Brentwood
Published 4 years ago
Good food and good service
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Great service and outstanding food!
Published 4 years ago
Food was great and customer service was excellent.
Published 4 years ago
- 10 photos
- 200 reviews
- 4.5 rating
- Phone: +1 925-634-6503
- Website: https://www.zmenu.com/brentwood-cafe-brentwood-online-menu/
- Address: 8500 Brentwood Blvd, Brentwood, CA 94513, United States
- Coordinates: 37.929567299999995, -121.6940721
- Cafe
- Breakfast restaurant
- Monday: 5 AM–2 PM
- Tuesday: 5 AM–2 PM
- Wednesday: 5 AM–2 PM
- Thursday: 5 AM–2 PM
- Friday: 5 AM–2 PM
- Saturday: 5 AM–2 PM
- Sunday: 5 AM–2 PM
- Outdoor seating: Yes
- Takeaway: Yes
- Dine-in: Yes
- Delivery: Yes
- Great coffee: Yes
- Breakfast: Yes
- Lunch: Yes
- Dinner: Yes
- Solo dining: Yes
- Wheelchair-accessible car park: Yes
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance: Yes
- Wheelchair-accessible seating: Yes
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet: Yes
- Coffee: Yes
- Comfort food: Yes
- Quick bite: Yes
- Breakfast: Yes
- Brunch: Yes
- Lunch: Yes
- Dinner: Yes
- Dessert: Yes
- Seating: Yes
- Toilets: Yes
- Casual: Yes
- Cosy: Yes
- Historic: Yes
- Groups: Yes
- Tourists: Yes
- Accepts reservations: Yes
- Credit cards: Yes
- Debit cards: Yes
- NFC mobile payments: Yes
- Credit cards: Yes
- Good for kids: Yes
- High chairs: Yes
- Kids' menu: Yes
- Free of charge street parking: Yes
- Free parking lot: Yes
- Parking: Yes