Here at Volvo Cars Palo Alto, we know that a good breakfast can really start the day off right. That's why we've created this list of five wonderful breakfast cafes in Palo Alto that you can try. So whether you're looking for a quick bite to eat before work or the perfect spot for a weekend brunch with friends, we know you'll love these five delicious local eateries.

Palo Alto Cafe

A family-owned cafe that offers house-roasted coffee from around the world, the Palo Alto Cafe truly has it all. This cafe was established in 1996 and is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Palo Alto. It offers a friendly atmosphere and a wide selection of food and beverage options for breakfast, including coffee, bagels, juices, sandwiches, and smoothies. All the coffee at this cafe is made from 100% arabica beans.  You can pick from various international options like the Guatemala Antiqua, the Costa Rica Tarraza, the Ethiopian Mocha Harrar, and the Kenya AA. You can also enjoy organic options like the Colombia Supreme or traditional cups like the espresso, Mocha Java, or house blend. Are you looking for some food to go with your coffee? Top menu items include the veggies omelet, the breakfast croissant, the lox bagel, or the B.L.T. sandwich. Round out your meal with a fresh fruit juice or smoothy.

Location: 2675 Middlefield Road
Hours: 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., seven days a week

Crepevine Restaurant

If you're looking for a sit-down coffee or meal, the Crepevine Restaurant offers phenomenal breakfast and brunch options. The founders created this eatery with students, families, and professionals in mind. You can always count on Crepevine for fresh and delicious ingredients in mouth-watering combinations.  On the Crepevine menu, you'll find breakfast categories like pancakes, omelets, savory crepes, French toast, sweet crepes, and "egg-ceptionals" egg creations. There's also a kids' menu, with mini pancakes, grilled cheese, penne pasta, mini burgers, chicken tenders, and more. This makes Crepevine a great option for the whole family. Finally, check out the lunch and dinner options like sandwiches, salads, and pasta, or wonderful sides like the soup du jour, sweet potato fries, chicken apple sausage, bacon, fresh fruit, or yogurt with granola.

Location: 367 University Ave.
Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday through Saturday, and 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sundays. 

Coupa Cafe

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Located in downtown Palo Alto, Coupa Cafe is a hip, family-friendly breakfast option for busy school mornings or lazy Sundays. Relax with a cup of spicy Mayan hot chocolate, a cup of chai tea, or a cup of organic, fair-trade coffee from international coffee meccas like Venezuela, Guatemala, India, and Brazil. All the food is made with local, organic, and sustainable ingredients. While you sip your coffee or eat your breakfast, you can enjoy the serene atmosphere of the historical 1930s building location.  Besides coffee, you can enjoy smoothies in flavors like mango, strawberry, and matcha. You can also sip an English breakfast, jasmine green, or citrus mint tea. To go along with your drink, try out breakfast menu items like the French toast, croissant sandwich, fruit cup, breakfast arepa, or avocado toast. Coupa also offers starters like hummus or Coupa fries, salads like the Palo Alto chopped salad or the cowboy salad, and tacos like the chicken or California taco. Other menu categories include paninis, wraps, tacos, and quesadillas.

Location: 538 Ramona St.
Hours: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week

Fambrini's Café

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Founders of Fambrini's Cafe, Nick and Galia, bring their European sensibilities and passion for "slow food" to this sweet eatery. Enjoy freshly baked bread, made-from-scratch sandwiches, and house-marinated meats. In addition, you can order breakfast sandwiches, specialty sandwiches, deli originals, salads, bowls, coffee drinks, other beverages, and dessert bars.  A few top breakfast options include a prosciutto and egg sandwich, steak and egg sandwich, and fresh burrata and basil toast. Top specialty sandwiches include the curry chicken salad sandwich, the "Cran D'Turk" roasted turkey breast sandwich, and the grilled chicken and artichoke sandwich. Add some greens by enjoying a healthy salmon nicoise salad. Alternatively, tuck into the grilled Atlantic salmon and cilantro pesto bowl or the warm quinoa, kale, and asparagus bowl. Finally, check out the mouth-watering dessert selection, including pecan bars and salted caramel brownies.

Location: 2500 El Camino Real, Suite 105
Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday

Joanie's Cafe

Last, but certainly not least, is Joanie's Cafe, which has been voted "Best Breakfast" several times. Serving American breakfast and lunch options with French influences, this cozy cafe has plenty of tables and window bar seats to seat your whole hungry crew. You can enjoy a wide selection of drinks, ranging from hot coffees and teas to cold juices or sodas. You can even opt for a mimosa, wine, or beer if you're in the mood to celebrate. On the menu, you'll find traditional breakfast items like the two-egg breakfast combo, Joanie's open-faced breakfast sandwich, Joanie's breakfast medley, oatmeal, granola, and steak'n eggs. You can also enjoy crepes, benedicts, omelets, and scrambles. If you're in the mood for something sweet, check out the "Sweet Corner" of the menu, featuring pancakes and French toast. If you want a little more to chew on, you can also order entrees like pasta, steak, burgers, hot sandwiches, or salads. Finally, round off your meal with sides like sausage, bacon, fries, hash browns, fruit, toast, eggs, or muffins.
Location: 405 California Ave.
Hours: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., seven days a week

Our Guide to the Best Breakfast Café’s in Palo Alto

This week, treat yourself to one of these five wonderful breakfast spots in Palo Alto. Did we miss your favorite local cafe? You can give us a call at (650) 815-4477 or contact us to let us know. While you're at it, why not check out our fantastic selection of new cars and pre-owned vehicles available for purchase. You can treat yourself to one of those, too.