Best Brunch Spots in Palo Alto

Real videos of Brunch Spots in Palo Alto — 4 places, filmed by creators on the ground.

Ranked venues

Palo Alto Creamery
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$$NostalgicFamily-friendlyCasualDiner-styleAll-day breakfastHandspun shakes
About the venue
Palo Alto Creamery, located on Emerson Street, is a nostalgic diner-style restaurant that has been serving classic American fare since 1997. The menu features breakfast all day, burgers, and handspun shakes, catering to a family-friendly crowd. The retro decor adds to its charm, making it an enjoyable spot for a casual meal. Palo Alto Creamery attracts both locals and visitors looking for comforting food in a relaxed environment.
What the videos show
The video begins with a close-up of a plate filled with various breakfast items, including potatoes, eggs, black beans, and cilantro. It then pans across multiple plates showcasing different dishes such as pancakes, fried eggs, fruit salad, hash browns, and more. The camera continues to move, revealing additional food items like French toast, avocado slices, salsa, and refried beans, alongside condiments and drinks. The video shifts to show people seated at tables within the restaurant environment, engaged in eating meals, with others appearing to be waiting staff attending to them. It ends with a view of the ceiling adorned with lights and a diner holding up her phone, possibly taking pictures or videos.
566 Emerson St
@felixwdo
Bistro Maxine
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$ElegantCozyRefinedClassic FrenchSeasonal menuIntimate setting
About the venue
Bistro Maxine, located on Ramona St in Alta Mesa, serves French-inspired dishes in an elegant yet cozy setting. Known for its classic cuisine—including escargots and duck confit—the bistro offers a seasonal menu that highlights the freshest ingredients available. Open since 2021, it has quickly gained a following among locals looking for a refined dining experience. The intimate ambiance makes it a suitable choice for romantic dinners or special occasions.
What the videos show
The video showcases a variety of breakfast dishes, including French toast topped with strawberries and chocolate sauce, pancakes, sandwiches, fruit salad, and coffee. A hand enters the frame holding a glass jar of orange juice but does not pour it into the cup visible at the bottom left corner.
548 Ramona St
@foodieberrie
Son & Garden
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$$GreenRelaxedOrganicOutdoor seatingLocal produceWorkshops
About the venue
Son & Garden, located on Bryant Street in Alta Mesa, offers a unique dining experience that combines a cafe with a garden center. The menu includes organic coffee and fresh salads made from local produce. With outdoor seating surrounded by greenery, patrons can enjoy a serene escape from the city buzz. The venue hosts workshops and events focused on gardening and sustainability.
What the videos show
The video showcases a close-up of a plate filled with various breakfast items, including avocado slices, orange slices, strawberries, sweet potato fries, and two omelets topped with cheese. A person's hands enter the frame, holding a fork and knife, and proceed to cut into one of the omelets, revealing its meat and vegetable fillings. The camera focuses on the food as the person lifts a portion of the omelet, providing a clear view of the ingredients. The video ends with the lifted portion of the omelet still visible against the backdrop of other breakfast foods on the plate.
535 Bryant St
@sfbayfood
@wonfoodie
Sweet Maple
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$CozyFlavorfulBustlingFrench toastHouse-made baconHearty brunch
About the venue
Sweet Maple, located on University Ave in Alta Mesa, California, is renowned for its brunch menu that features crispy French toast and house-made bacon. Open since 2010, this cozy spot can accommodate around 60 guests and often has a line out the door on weekends. The breakfast and brunch offerings attract locals and tourists eager to indulge in a hearty, flavorful meal with unique twists.
What the videos show
The video showcases a close-up of a plated breakfast dish featuring eggs benedict with hollandaise sauce, asparagus, cherry tomatoes, bacon, and roasted potatoes. The camera pans slightly to the right, revealing more of the plate and its contents.
@minchi