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La Note

La Note

Breakfast Spot and French Restaurant$$$$
Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley
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8.7/10
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    Frank K.
    "Try the Ratatouille With Lamb Sausage"(4 Tips)
    Paul O.
    "Their pancakes are wonderful, everything is great though and fresh."(24 Tips)
    ScottySauce
    "This is one of the best versions of a french toast I have ever had."(13 Tips)
    Prathyusha G.
    "The cinnamon brioche Pain perdu is amazing a must try !"(2 Tips)
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  • Marcia M.heart icon on user image
    Marcia McLeanJanuary 26, 2016
    Pancakes. Home fries
  • Anthony S.
    Anthony SicolaFebruary 11, 2010
    It's often a long wait (30-45 minutes) but oh, so worth it. Sit on the patio, it's just like the south of France.
  • Dillon C.
    Dillon ComptonApril 21, 2013
    Expect a 45-60 minute wait for brunch on Sundays!
  • Luis C.
    Luis ChaconFebruary 6, 2011
    Get the Cote Nord with goat cheese and an extra plate of tomatoes.
  • Marcia M.heart icon on user image
    Marcia McLeanJanuary 26, 2016
    Breakfast fries. Pancakes
  • Merve A.heart icon on user image
    Merve AFebruary 22, 2017
    The food is good but not worth the waiting outside for an hour in a rainy day.
  • Matt M.
    Matt MattesonJune 12, 2015
    Back patio for the win.
  • Jessica
    JessicaApril 23, 2011
    It's a wonderful spot, just service is slow. Best to come as soon as they open!
  • Melanie
    MelanieFebruary 23, 2011
    My favorite brunch place ever! niçoise was delicious
  • Trey P.heart icon on user image
    Trey PearceOctober 16, 2009
    Been here 5+ times
    For breakfast, try the "east coast" with a raspberry oatmeal pancake. the sparkling apple cider is great to share.
  • Christian R.heart icon on user image
    Christian RauhJanuary 12, 2020
    Potato omelet
  • Thor Anders A.heart icon on user image
    Thor Anders AarhaugNovember 28, 2015
    Cool cafe at Berkeley
  • Carol P.
    Carol ParkSeptember 16, 2013
    Underwhelming at best. OJ was not freshly squeezed and $1.50 for "lavender honey" that was nothing special. Slow service and a lot of hype for an average brunch experience
  • Melody 🎶 A.
    Melody 🎶 AkhtariFebruary 15, 2010
    Order yourself a couple coffees and pastries while you wait for your main dish to come out.
  • Basil S.
    Basil SiddiquiMarch 15, 2014
    good breakfast foods
  • Nnenniquaheart icon on user image
    NnenniquaFebruary 18, 2015
    Great food!
  • Benjamin L.heart icon on user image
    Benjamin LotanJune 23, 2012
    Accordion musician plays live Friday nights!
  • Cengiz K.heart icon on user image
    Cengiz KayaOctober 25, 2015
    French toast
  • Sean G.
    Sean GrusdAugust 7, 2012
    Omelets are awesome.
  • Akvile
    AkvileJuly 28, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Enjoy brunch out in their backyard garden patio!
  • MissJax
    MissJaxMarch 17, 2013
    Tasty hot chocolate.
  • Ryan J.heart icon on user image
    Ryan JermanNovember 21, 2015
    Ratatouille
  • Patricia
    PatriciaDecember 13, 2012
    Best hangover cure.
  • Phillip B.
    Phillip BollingerNovember 22, 2010
    The lamb sausage was great, slightly spicy.
  • Ted S.
    Ted SheltonDecember 6, 2009
    Been here 10+ times
    Wonderful breakfast but also stop by for a great lunch menu
  • Annamarie
    AnnamarieNovember 10, 2011
    LOVE. my new favorite french bistro!
  • Irene P.
    Irene PercialiFebruary 7, 2010
    Try the spicy merguez sausage - you can get it as a side, too.
  • Ruth S.
    Ruth StormOctober 22, 2011
    Hmmm...maybe I would get seated faster if I fake an accent.
  • Kevin S.
    Kevin SmithMarch 20, 2022
    Extremely crowded, loud, and slow. Food is good though.
  • Jacqueline T.heart icon on user image
    Jacqueline TopeteJanuary 11, 2015
    Super long wait!!
  • Hemang
    HemangOctober 15, 2011
    French toast. Pancakes. Done!
  • Marissa C.
    Marissa CoughlinFebruary 7, 2012
    Lavender honey, yum!
  • Tasha Miniheart icon on user image
    Tasha MiniMarch 15, 2013
    Lavender honey....
  • Julianne C.
    Julianne ChaiMay 18, 2009
    Darn it they're only open for dinner on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays!
  • Manuela M.
    Manuela MurilloMarch 5, 2011
    Try the lavender honey!!!
  • Gian P.
    Gian PepeOctober 16, 2011
    French Toast
  • Libby L.
    Libby Lee-EganJanuary 4, 2015
    Underwhelmed. Long wait, cramped quarters, pretentious neighbors.
  • Kathrineheart icon on user image
    KathrineOctober 12, 2018
    Wonderful brunch!!
  • Dan R.
    Dan ReganOctober 22, 2009
    be prepared to wait for your food.
  • Chain U.heart icon on user image
    Chain U.January 25, 2015
    อาหารเช้า อร่อยสุดยอดทุกเมนู
  • Dora M.heart icon on user image
    Dora ManzoFebruary 29, 2016
    Excelente desayuni Frances
  • Antonio F.
    Antonio FiuzaMarch 31, 2012
    Try espresso coffee. Delicious!!!
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