Brunch in San Francisco: Eats, El Mil Amores, Boogaloos, Art’s Café, Zazie, and Mymy

Left: Toastaquiles made with soft-scrambled eggs, fried corn tortillas, guajillo chili sauce, avocado, crema, cotija, and cilantro

Right: Grilled Lemongrass Chicken Sandwich made with Thai green curry, basil, cilantro, serrano peppers, pickled carrots, and daikon, served with fried potatoes

I've been to many a brunch in my day and it seems like time to share some places I've tried recently (i.e. in the past year). 

Last May I visited Eats, a brunch restaurant on Clement and 2nd in the Inner Richmond, with a large group of family and friends. I remember being impressed by the Grilled Lemongrass Chicken Sandwich made with Thai green curry, basil, cilantro, serrano peppers, pickled carrots, and daikon, served with fried potatoes. It had a nice, tangy flavor and provided a decent amount of protein to continue my day. Next time, I may try the Caramelized Custard French Toast or the Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich.

Eats 

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50 Clement St., San Francisco, CA 94118

Open: Wednesday - Monday 8am - 2pm

Chilaquiles made with fried corn tortilla, salsa roja (left) and verde (right), choice of meat, scrambled eggs, cheese, sour cream, cilantro, onion, and refried black beans

Left: Huevos Rancheros made with fried corn tortillas, refried black beans, fried eggs, and red poblana sauce

Right: Tres Leches Pancakes

Around this time last year, I visited El Mil Amores Restaurant with my dining companion and a good friend for the first time. Located on 21st and Florida in the Mission, this busy spot serves brunch classics and Mexican favorites alike. We ordered a few dishes: Chilaquiles with both red and green salsa, Huevos Rancheros, and Tres Leches Pancakes. Although I don't remember the specifics, I remember thinking this was a fun environment to catch up with friends like sharing a side of sweet pancakes. The line was long, so I would try to come by early or on a weekday.

El Mil Amores Restaurant

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2780 21st St., San Francisco, CA 94110

Open: Daily 8am - 3pm

Classic Cubano made with roasted pork, smoked ham, pickles, mustard, Swiss cheese, and a grilled roll, served with yuca fries

In early September of last year, I visited Boogaloos, a well-loved breakfast and lunch spot on the corner of 22nd and Valencia in the Mission, with a good friend. They serve the brunch foods you're looking for with a Latin and Caribbean twist. I ordered the Classic Cubano made with roasted pork, smoked ham, pickles, mustard, Swiss cheese, and a grilled roll, served with yuca fries. It hit the spot and was quite sizable. I would recommend Boogaloos for anyone looking for good food in a bit of sunshine.

Boogaloos 

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3296 22nd St., San Francisco, CA 94110

Open: Daily 9am - 3pm

Spicy Pork Bibimbap

Last September I stopped by Art’s Café, a family-owned diner on Irving and 9th in the Inner Sunset, with a good friend. They're known for serving traditional American breakfast and lunch items, as well as Korean hits. I tried the Spicy Pork Bibimbap, which came with a sunny side up egg, vegetables, homemade kimchi, and gochujang sauce. As a long-term fan of bibimbap, I remember liking this meal and having an alternative to the American brunch dishes I'm used to. Next time, I may stop by on a weekday and try a Hash Brown Sandwich made with Dakgogi chicken or the pork belly sandwich.

Art’s Café 

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747 Irving St., San Francisco, CA 94122

Open: Tuesday - Sunday 7:30am - 3pm

Left: Maya's Toast à l'avocat made with rustic levain, avocados, pine nut pesto, goat cheese, and eggs over easy, served with home fries

Right: Victor’s Home-Made Coffee Cake with raspberry jam and brown sugar crumble

Later that September I visited Zazie, a popular French restaurant on Cole between Carl and Parnassus in Cole Valley, for the first time. With a good friend who loves Zazie, she knew to order their famous coffee cake, which comes with jam and a brown sugar crumble on top. I tried one of their specials: Maya's Toast à l'avocat made with rustic levain, avocados, pine nut pesto, goat cheese, and eggs over easy, served with home fries. I remember enjoying the food and the experience, which reminded me of so many nice meals I had at La Note and Café Clem in Berkeley over the years.

Zazie 

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941 Cole St., San Francisco, CA 94117

Brunch: Monday - Friday 8am - 2pm & Saturday - Sunday 9am - 3pm

Dinner: Daily 5 - 9pm

Another Club Sandwich made with grilled thyme garlic chicken, bacon, guacamole, lettuce, tomato, cranberry aioli, fried egg, and smoked mozzarella, served with fries

I visited Mymy, a popular brunch spot on California at Larkin in Nob Hill, for the first time last November with two friends. With a line out the door, this cozy restaurant is made for the brunch crowd, who will be happy to see favorites like pancakes, grits, huevos rancheros, Eggs Benedict, and more on offer. I enjoyed the Another Club Sandwich, which was made with grilled thyme garlic chicken, bacon, guacamole, lettuce, tomato, cranberry aioli, fried egg, and smoked mozzarella and served with fries. I would stop by again the next time I'm looking for a good brunch selection in the neighborhood.

Mymy 

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1500 California St., San Francisco, CA 94109

Open: Daily 9am - 2pm

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Eat in Oakland: Almond and Oak

Buttermilk Biscuit with butter and house strawberry jam

Fried Chicken Sandwich served with mixed greens

I visited Almond and Oak — a popular brunch spot serving New American food on Grand near Elwood in Grand Lake — with a good friend at the end of March 2024. Although this was my first time here, I had previously visited the restaurant it was before, Penrose, years ago.

I ordered a fried chicken sandwich, while my friend had the Benedict. Although it's been a while, I remember being pleasantly surprised with the meal, as was my friend. The chicken was juicy and perfectly fried. We split a Buttermilk Biscuit with butter and house strawberry jam, which was as buttery as desired. 

If I'm looking for brunch in the area, I would be sure to check out Almond and Oak, opting for a new dish like the Shrimp & Grits or the Quiche. Some of the salads on the dinner menu are also appealing.

Almond and Oak 

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3311 Grand Ave., Oakland, CA 94610

Open: Tuesday - Friday 5 - 9pm, Saturday 10am - 2pm & 5 - 9pm, Sunday 10am - 2pm

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Eat in Mexico City: Mux Restaurante

Tender Nopales Salad made with avocado, queso criollo, artisan cream, and regional fruit, served with tostadas




Chicken with green pipian mole


Tamal and rice


Left: Berry mocktail

Right: Lemon mezcal spritz

Along with Pasillo de Humo, Mux Restaurante served one of our favorite meals during our trip to Mexico City in March 2024. Located on Jalapa and San Luis Potosí in the Roma Norte neighborhood, Mux features cuisines from across the country. 

My dining companion and I started with a couple of drinks: a fruity, berry-infused mocktail and a lemon mezcal spritz, both of which were refreshing. We then shared the Tender Nopales Salad made with avocado, queso criollo, artisan cream, regional fruit, and tostadas. Although it looks like the most beautiful take on "chips & guac," it also had a dynamic flavor profile and showcased the diversity of fresh, local ingredients in which Mux is known. We then had the Chicken with green pipian mole — another mouthwatering mole that we made sure to finish every bite of. I remember the chicken being perfectly tender. We also enjoyed the fire-roasted tamal and rice.

Considering this night of wonderful food and service, we would definitely visit Mux the next time we're in town. Their menu changes seasonally, but we'll be sure to order another mole dish, stop by for brunch, or try something fun like the gordita bandera. 

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Jalapa 189, Roma Nte., Cuauhtémoc, 06700 Cuauhtémoc, CDMX, Mexico

Open: Daily 9am - 11pm

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Eat in Oakland: Poppy Bagels

Green Garden bagel sandwich made with jalapeño serrano cream cheese, cucumber, green olives, microcelery, scallion, lemon, olive oil, salt, and pepper


Seasonal Veg bagel sandwich made with plain cream cheese, avocado, purple radish, micro cilantro, Kuali salsa macha, lemon, and salt flakes

Spicy & Sweet bagel sandwich made with jalapeño serrano cream cheese and local honey

I visited Poppy Bagels, a bagel shop found on Telegraph and 51st in Temescal, for the first time with an old friend about a week ago. After making deliveries and working at farmers' markets for two years, Poppy's first brick & mortar store opened last February in the spot previously occupied by Doña Tomás. 

When we stopped by, I tried the Green Garden bagel sandwich made with jalapeño serrano cream cheese, cucumber, green olives, microcelery, scallion, lemon, olive oil, salt, and pepper. It was divine. The bagel was chewy (read: not too dense) and the flavor combinations were impeccable. I also tried half of my friend's Spicy & Sweet bagel sandwich, which had jalapeño serrano cream cheese and local honey — quite a treat. 

Poppy Bagels has a sizable interior and access to the lovely back patio shared by adjoining businesses. I would definitely make my way back for a bagel brunch that I know will feature delicious food at good prices and friendly service.

Poppy Bagels 

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5004 Telegraph Ave., Oakland, CA 94609

Open: Wednesday - Sunday 7:30am - 1:30pm 

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Eat in Oakland: Hella Bagels at Xochi the Dog, Cafe

Everything bagels with Nova Lox (left) and Scallion (right) cream cheese

In early September, I tried Hella Bagels — a bagel pop-up in the East Bay and San Francisco — for the first time at Xochi the Dog, Cafe in the Clinton neighborhood of East Oakland. Started by Blake Hunter in 2020, Hella Bagels sells a variety of bagels and cream cheese in both traditional and novel flavors. They can be purchased for delivery throughout the East Bay and San Francisco on Fridays and Saturdays or at occasional pop-ups in Oakland and Berkeley.

Blake offers a few bagel options and an even wider selection of cream cheese spreads at each pop-up. My dining companion and I both got an Everything bagel, mine with lox and his with scallion cream cheese. They were quite good and worth the hype. The bagels have a nice consistency and were covered in all the seeds, garlic, and flavorful goodies that make the everything bagel... everything. The cream cheese was generously smeared on and had decent amounts of lox and scallion within. We enjoyed our bagels with Xochi's delicious coffee as a part of our low-key brunch.

I will definitely stop by the next time Hella Bagels is in the neighborhood, perhaps opting for something like the Lil' Kipper or Sushi Bagel, if these enticing specials are available.

Hella Bagels

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Deliveries: order on Fridays and Saturdays through their website

Pop-ups: see Instagram for details

Xochi the Dog, Cafe

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1038 E. 21st St., Oakland, CA 94606

Open: Monday - Saturday 8am - 3pm, Sunday 8am - 1pm

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Eat in Oakland: Grand Avenue Social Club

Traditional Breakfast: eggs, toast, chicken apple sausage, and home fried potatoes

I stopped by Grand Avenue Social Club, a dinner and brunch restaurant located inside a beautiful craftsman on Grand between Weldon and Davidson, for the first time in late January for brunch.

I ordered the Traditional Breakfast, which came with two eggs, toast, bacon or chicken apple sausage, and hash browns or home fried potatoes. I chose the chicken apple sausage and home fried potatoes. This was everything I want in a hearty brunch meal: equal parts protein and carbs, perfect for catching up with a friend.

Although I don't remember more of the specifics, I remember thinking the restaurant interior was lovely, the ambiance was very homey and comfortable, and the service was friendly. The next time I'm seeking a nearby brunch option, I may try the Corned Beef & Fennel Hash.

Grand Avenue Social Club

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3601 Grand Ave., Oakland, CA 94610

Open: Wednesday - Sunday 5pm - 9pm, Saturday - Sunday 10am - 3pm

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Eat in Oakland: Portal Oakland

The Cowboy made with scrambled eggs, grilled polenta, black beans, queso fresco, and green onions in a tomato chili sauce

Stuffed Challah French Toast with caramelized seasonal fruit, ricotta filling, whipped cream, butter, and maple syrup

Like many spots featured in my recent restaurant reviews, Portal is another Oakland institution that I hadn't visited until recently. I stopped by the popular brunch spot — located on 2nd Avenue and Foothill, steps away from Lake Merritt — in mid-June to catch up with an old friend.

I ordered The Cowboy, which came with scrambled eggs, grilled polenta, black beans, queso fresco, and green onions in a tomato chili sauce, while my friend had the Stuffed Challah French Toast with caramelized seasonal fruit, ricotta filling, whipped cream, butter, and maple syrup. While my dish was photogenic, it was missing the oomph I was looking for that tied it all together. (Perhaps I found the tomato chili sauce on my plate a little too late in my meal :/) My friend enjoyed his brunch staple, which is definitely for those looking for something sweeter.

Given how Portal usually has a long wait and my food wasn't as amazing as anticipated, I'm not sure I'd return. Maybe I'm finally getting over brunch as a meal... If you've been to Portal, what would you recommend trying?

Portal Oakland

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1611 2nd Ave., Oakland, CA 94606

Open: Monday 11am - 9pm, Tuesday 5 - 9pm, Wednesday - Thursday 11am - 9pm, Friday 11am - 9:30pm, Saturday - Sunday 10am - 9:30pm

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Eat in Oakland: Shakewell

Papas Bravas made with purple majesty potatoes, piquillo pepper sauce, aioli, and rosemary sea salt

Jamón Croquetas with roasted poblano sauce and piment d’espelette

Vegetarian Paella made with Brentwood corn, summer squash, peas, carrot-jalapeño sofrito, saffron, roasted peppers, vegetable stock, sherry, castelvetrano olives, and aioli

Chicken & Churros: fried spice-rubbed chicken breast, served with buttermilk syrup

I visited Shakewell, a hip tapas spot on Lakeshore and Trestle Glen near Lake Merritt, for the first time a few weeks ago for brunch with friends. 

With one of my brunch whisperers in tow, we tried a few dishes: Jamón Croquetas, Papas Bravas, Vegetarian Paella, and Chicken & Churros. With four dishes split between the three of us, we almost bit off more than we could chew—not that we regretted it. Served with roasted poblano sauce and piment d’espelette, the Jamón Croquetas had a truly divine texture: crispy on the outside and velvety smooth on the inside. Meanwhile, the Papas Bravas, which were made with purple majesty potatoes, piquillo pepper sauce, aioli, and rosemary sea salt, were perfectly baked and quite a treat. 

The paella was made with Brentwood corn, summer squash, peas, carrot-jalapeño sofrito, saffron, roasted peppers, vegetable stock, sherry, castelvetrano olives, and aioli. The perfectly cooked rice provided a crunchy top, while the other ingredients provided layers of delicious flavors within. Somehow we made it to the Chicken & Churros, which featured fried spice-rubbed chicken breast, the thickest churros I've ever seen, and buttermilk syrup. The chicken was very well-seasoned and the churros were just the right amount fried.

This was a truly decadent meal I'll be remembering for a while. Next time I want to stop by for dinner and try their flatbread, with za’atar and Spanish olive oil, and one of their cocktails my friend recommended. If you've visited Shakewell, what do you recommend trying?

Shakewell

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3407 Lakeshore Ave., Oakland, CA 94610

Open: Tuesday - Friday 4:30 - 9pm, Saturday 11:30am - 9pm, Sunday 11:30am - 7pm

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Eat in Oakland: Rockridge Cafe

Strawberry Waffle with strawberries, homemade strawberry butter, and maple syrup

Corned Beef Hash made with corned beef, potato, onion, green & red bell peppers, eggs over easy, and a blueberry muffin

Located on College and Lawton in Oakland's Rockridge neighborhood, Rockridge Cafe is one of my favorite brunch spots nearby. They serve all of the breakfast diner hits, along with trendier options for the younger brunch crowd.

On my most recent visit, I tried two new dishes: the Strawberry Waffle and Corned Beef Hash. Topped with fresh strawberries, homemade strawberry butter, and real maple syrup, this is not a waffle to sleep on. It's not overly sweet and is a great option to share with the table. The hash had a surprisingly savory flavor and was served with perfectly made eggs over easy, along with a choice of toast, scone, or muffin. Although I usually go for the blueberry muffin, they did have marionberry jelly at the table—hard to find outside of the fruit's native Portland, OR—making the toast options more appealing. 

I've enjoyed the Classic Breakfast Burrito as well as various omelettes previously. If you've visited Rockridge Cafe recently, what do you recommend trying?

Rockridge Cafe

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5492 College Ave., Oakland, CA 94618

Open: Daily 8am - 2pm

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Eat in San Francisco: True Laurel

Mai O Mai: Panamanian rum, lime, pistachio orgeat, Curaçao, coffee-rum float, milk-washed


Grandmas to Blame: Islay gin, grapefruit, lavender, honey ferment, manzanilla, and salt

Shaker Lemon Stirred: Meyer fino, Moscato Chinato, Ambrato, and Cascara vodka

I stopped by True Laurel, a hip cocktail bar on Alabama between 19th and 20th in the Mission, for the first time last week.

After our dinner at Bon, Nene, my dining companion and I tried a few of their expertly made drinks. First, we had the Mai O Mai made with "Panamanian Rum, Lime, Pistachio Orgeat, Curaçao, Coffee-Rum Float, Milk-Washed." Then we had Grandmas to Blame, made with Islay gin, grapefruit, lavender, honey ferment, manzanilla, and salt. We ended with Shaker Lemon Stirred, which was made with Meyer fino, Moscato Chinato, Ambrato, and Cascara vodka. 

Besides being obviously photogenic drinks, they all had clean, yet dynamic flavors that were unexpectedly good. (We heard rave reviews of the place beforehand, but those can only bring you so close to understanding how good their drinks were.) Moreover, the presentation was impeccable. I'm a sucker for a cocktail with a huge ice cube, especially one that's just a bit carved out on top so a cherry, lavender, or salt can be added. 

This was one of the best cocktail bars I've ever been to and I will be remembering it for a while. I would most certainly visit again, potentially for brunch, which also sounds quite appetizing. If you've visited True Laurel, what do you recommend trying?

True Laurel

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753 Alabama St., San Francisco, CA 94110

Open: Wednesday - Thursday 4 - 9pm, Friday 4 - 10pm, Saturday 11am - 3pm & 4 - 10pm, Sunday 11am - 3pm & 4 - 9pm

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Eat in San Francisco: Delarosa

Spicy Fennel Sausage, Mozzarella, and Onion Pizza

I visited Delarosa, a sleek Italian restaurant located on Chestnut at Pierce in the Marina, for the second time last weekend. Equally known for their brunch and cocktail selection, my friends and I took advantage of both in the parklet outside the restaurant. 

I enjoyed the Spicy Fennel Sausage, Mozzarella, and Onion pizza. The pizza is thin, making it seem very light, while the sausage provides a nice flavor. I also really liked my slice of the Carbonara pizza, which is topped with fried eggs, pancetta, cream, provolone, and mozzarella. My friends seemed to enjoy their beautifully made cocktails as well.

Next time I might order the Carbonara pizza for myself. If you've visited Delarosa, what do you recommend trying?

Delarosa

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2175 Chestnut St., San Francisco, CA 94123

Open: Monday - Thursday 12pm - 10pm, Friday 12pm - 11pm, Saturday 11am - 11pm, Sunday 11am - 10pm

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Eat in Oakland: Doña Tomás

Huevos Rancheros: crispy tortilla topped with puréed black beans, two fried eggs, salsa norteña, avocado, queso fresco, cilantro, tomatillo-guajillo salsa, and pickled carrots


Huevos Revueltos: scrambled eggs with chorizo, nopales & goat cheese, cilantro, puréed black beans, and corn tortillas

I finally visited Doña Tomás for brunch with a friend last weekend. Located on Telegraph and 51st in Temescal, this charming Mexican restaurant serves a wide selection of beautifully prepared brunch favorites, like chilaquiles, huevos rancheros, and Mexican (French) Toast.

I ordered the Huevos Rancheros made with a crispy tortilla, puréed black beans, fried eggs, salsa norteña, avocado, queso fresco, cilantro, tomatillo-guajillo salsa, and pickled carrots. It was as good as it looks & sounds, clearly made with care and precision. My friend, who has tried and recommends most of the menu, ordered the Huevos Revueltos: scrambled eggs, chorizo, nopales & goat cheese, cilantro, puréed black beans, and corn tortillas on the side.

I would definitely stop by again and probably quite soon. I haven't been impressed by a brunch like this in the Bay Area in a while. There was no wait when we stopped by around 10am on a weekend and they had a lot of great seating inside and on the patio in the back.

If you've visited Doña Tomás recently, what do you recommend trying?

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5004 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609

Lunch: Tuesday - Friday 11am - 2:30pm
Dinner: Tuesday - Thursday 5:30pm - 9:00pm, Friday - Saturday 5:30pm - 10pm
Brunch: Saturday - Sunday 9:30am - 2:30pm

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Eat in Santa Monica: Little Prince

Eggs Baked in the Wood Oven with smoked cauliflower, green chermoula, and flatbread


Nine Grain Pancake with market preserves, cultured butter, and smoked maple 


Right: Cappuccino

Last weekend I visited Little Prince, a hip New American restaurant on Main and Hollister in Santa Monica, for brunch with my mom for the first time. We tried a couple dishes that we liked: the Eggs Baked in the Wood Oven and the Nine Grain Pancake.

The eggs were served with smoked cauliflower, green chermoula, and flatbread. The chermoula gave the eggs a nice flavor and dimension, while the flatbread was warm and freshly baked. The pancake, which takes a half hour to bake, is more of a healthy cake than a traditional pancake in its height and texture. I tried to get a bit of the pancake, preserves, butter, and maple syrup in each forkful. Given its size, we only ate some of the pancake in the restaurant, slowly chipping away at it later at home.

If you've visited Little Prince recently, what do you recommend trying?

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2424 Main St., Santa Monica, CA 90405
Dinner: Monday - Saturday 5:30pm - 11pm
Brunch: Saturday - Sunday 9am - 3pm

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Eat in Oakland: Firebrand Artisan Breads

Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Breakfast Sandwich made with a sausage patty, fried egg, cheddar, and a salted honey biscuit, served with potatoes


Salmon Toast made with German rye, smoked salmon, cream cheese, dill, capers, and pink peppercorn


Bread Pudding

I finally visited Firebrand Artisan Breads, an incredible bakery located on Broadway and 24th in Uptown Oakland, for brunch this past weekend. It's a part of The Hive, a collection of stores including everyone's favorite naughty ice cream seller, Humphry Slocombe.

I really enjoyed what I ordered at Firebrand: the Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Breakfast Sandwich made with a sausage patty, fried egg, and cheddar on a salted honey biscuit, and the Bread Pudding. The breakfast sandwich had the hearty flavor I anticipated and the biscuit made me nostalgic for the Bisquick drop biscuits of my youth. The bread pudding was moist and dynamic in flavor and texture. Next time I'll have to stock up on the countless other delicious pastries they have to offer, like the Kouign Amann or Pretzel Sticky Bun.

If you've visited Firebrand Artisan Breads recently, what would you recommend trying?

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2343 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612
Open: Monday - Friday 7am - 5pm, Saturday - Sunday 8am - 4pm

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Eat in Oakland: FOB Kitchen

Tocino Silog with sweet-cured pork shoulder, garlic rice, sunny egg, and mixed greens

After hearing such good things about FOB Kitchen, a Filipino pop-up-turned-restaurant on Telegraph and 52nd, the past few months, I finally stopped by for brunch this weekend.

I tried the Tocino Silog featuring sweet-cured pork shoulder, garlic rice, sunny egg, and mixed greens. It was quite good. The pork was perfectly prepared and all of the flavors complemented each other well. Cut off a piece of pork, add some egg and some rice, and you've got the perfect mouthful.

In addition to the delicious food, the restaurant has a fun atmosphere with tropical themed wallpaper and beautiful wooden tables. The staff are sweet and helpful to boot.

The next time I stop by, I might try the Adobo Fried Rice or the Longanisa Hash. If you've visited FOB Kitchen recently, what do you recommend trying?

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5179 Telegraph Ave., Oakland, CA 94609
Dinner: Wednesday - Friday 5 - 10pm
Brunch: Saturday - Sunday 10:30am - 2:30pm

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