"Son & Garden in Menlo Park is a maximalist’s dream—floral ceilings, pastel lattes, and brunch plates that look like they were styled for a boudoir photoshoot. It’s the kind of place where your drink might come in a bear-shaped glass and your pancakes are garnished with edible flowers. The menu is playful and indulgent, with dishes like the Korean benedict, which layers bone-in short rib over kimchi fried rice and creamy hollandaise, while the deep-fried french toast stuffed with mascarpone walks the line between fluffy and crisp." - gabi moskowitz