Brioche Bakery & Café

When hopscotching amongst cafes, I follow the sun, chasing cafes with ample sunlight, bringing me to my favorite - Brioche cafe; Love the dreamy views of Columbus Avenue with from its floor-to-ceiling windows! Perfect place to read ! Go for their breakfast burrito and quiche! Their new management is friendly and have brought back roasted potatoes. Love the their pecan pie .

Great coffee and window seating to gather with some friends and watch the city wake up. French toast was excellent and service was friendly!

Pretty decent French food. The setting is pretty worn down and in disrepair. The service was rushed and they seemed too busy. Maybe just grab a sandwich to go

Great breakfast! We got the egg Benedict and breakfast croissants. Good amount of food for the price (San Fran is expensive) Coffee was good as well. Plates prices goes around $15-$20 and coffee around $5

Fantastic small coffee shop small menu but very delicious options food was quite tasty and staff were excellent

Lovely little café! Recommend for sure! Had the French toast and husband had eggs Benny. Also the orange juice is freshly squeezed, very delicious. Good portion sizes for the price. Cute little spot, inside and outside tables. You order and pay at the counter and then take a number to your table and they will bring it to you when it’s ready. Looked like they had some delicious sweets on display. Reasonable prices, lovey staff. Clean and lots of tables.

The avocado plate was healthy and yummy. Also, their blueberries are phenomenal. Very kind workers!

Had an amazing chicken wrap with great amount of chicken. Service was spectacular and would definitely come back!!

I was craving a burger and I had low expectations for one from a bakery/cafe, but the burger was so good! The bread is probably the softest I'd ever had on a burger, yet it was sturdy enough to not get soggy holding up so many ingredients. I'm not sure if they put creme fraiche or some kind of mayo based sauce but its so rich and yummy. My partner got the french toast and it was also very good. My only complaint is that a small can of soda was $4.50 Other than that, I'd highly recommend!

I've stared at this coffee shop/restaurant for quite a while but never walked in. I made a point the week before Thanksgiving to stop here for a brunch/lunch on a rainy workday. Getting here just after noon, the main dining room was half full with only a single two-seater and two handicap accessible tables available. I looked at the menu and outside specials board (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=24&select=Yhh_YsJwI1f3GJM79P7HUA) and knew what I would order. The kind lady cashier pointed me to the water station (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=24&select=9W_kQ1_N5hnuAb_HdPEjrQ) when I asked for a glass after getting a number propped on a metal stand. I seated myself near the hallway leading to the kitchen and got my water. After a short wait, a gentleman brought my order and removed my # stand. I started with the French onion soup (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=24&select=N4a1VOcIrz_D9oULy8KNxA), which came with a sliced and halved roll; the cheese was melting as I mixed the broth with it. What I liked about this is the broth had deep flavors with herbs and the added cilantro pieces that an interesting twist. The pea sprout leaves added color to the bowl. Wanting to save space for the rest of my meal, I gnawed on a wedge of the bread, still warm and surprisingly delicious. I also had the spinach and Gruyere omelette, add chicken-apple sausage (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=24&select=ey9lhrd_KU5S_996Lo1vag) which came with breakfast potatoes and fruit salad. I asked the gentleman for Tabasco and ketchup and he brought back two unlabeled plastic squeeze bottles of ketchup and hot sauce. The omelette was pretty standard and I would have a preferred a more tasty and less healthy sausage option. The spinach left a little chalky aftertaste in my mouth so I'm not sure that I would order this again except perhaps with bacon instead. The potatoes were good especially after I spiced them up. I brought the fruit salad home and had that for my dinner dessert (blueberries, pineapple chunks, honeydew, and strawberries). This is a convenient and good change of pace brunch/lunch spot in the neighborhood as there aren't many American breakfast spots nearby. I looked at the pastry counter (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=24&select=uKsUFLQ2VJushbcZKLEzSg) after I left and nothing caught my eyes. I'm not sure whether the pastries did not look like they were made in-house. The other counter had a variety of meal items like lasagna and quiche as well as sandwiches and wraps (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=24&select=b4RqHRHsjfxV7slhcA-YaA) that would likely be reheated if you were dining there. The cashier was bubbly and helpful in taking my order. Big props to the gentleman who brought my food, condiments, and takeout container for the fruit salad and my remaining bread. He also cleared my table after I left. I will stop in again, perhaps for a specials item or maybe to get a lasagna to take home. If it were a sunny day, there are sidewalk tables and chairs available.

One of the best lattes I've had in years, and only $4...when everyone else (unreasonably) expects $6 or $7. Service was super friendly, and the to-go cup held the heat well. Wish there was a Brioche in my town!

This 3 star review is solely for the French toast, which was disappointing. French toast is all about the thick bread, but the bread they used was way too thin (about a cm thick) that it made the toast look like a pancake instead. The fruits were nice and sweet, as it came in abundance and a variety (strawberries, blueberries, honeydew, pineapple, and cantaloupes). However, I didn't like the addition of strawberry syrup, as the regular syrup would've been enough.

So yummy u loved the matcha 1000 out of 10 perfectly sweetened. I got the brioche French toast it was a little sweet with the jam that comes on it 7/10 and my hubby got the eggs Benedict

Came here for breakfast, on a recommendation by the front desk at the nearby Hilton San Francisco, where I stayed the night. There is outdoor seating (with a bus stop just there) and indoor tables and chairs. I opted for the latter seating arrangement. Having perused the menu before getting here, I was planning on getting the Quiche. After taking a look at the printed menu on premises, I decided otherwise and chose the Spinach and Gruyère Omelette. It came with potatoes and a small bowl of mixed fruit. The omelette was slightly overdone, but delicious. The rosemary potatoes were cooked perfectly and the fruit bowl had a good assortment. The coffee and freshly squeezed orange juice was good. Service though, was not accommodating. For some reason, it bothered the server each time I asked for more napkins (my nose was running and I requested only twice). There was attitude on display and it was like she was doing me a big favor to give me another two of them. Unfortunately, this kind of behavior tainted my breakfast experience at the Brioche Bakery and Cafe.

Fresh and simple breakfast food. Very reasonable prices. I went for herbs omelette and replaced potatoes with salad, the team was helpful with this. My friends took spinach omelette and avocado scramble. Everyone was happy. Precious tip - I took mimosa and the bottle was just opened for me, so the drink was served so properly and I sipped it with pleasure!

Such a cute little café on Columbus! It gives me Parisian vibes when I walked in. They do brunch and lunch along with many espresso and morning drinks. I opted for a matcha latte and an avocado scramble. The scramble came with some avocado slices, a side of fruits and potatoes. The dish was seasoned well and the matcha was more on the creamy/sweet side than strong side. I love their wifi, clean tables, it's a great place to just sit by the window to people watch and imagine you are in a small café somewhere in Paris..

Stopped by to try brunch here and was able to get in 15 mins. Ate on the back patio so relatively faster. My partner and I went a bit meat heavy now looking back and probably the reason for why it was a bit of a miss for us. Meat was very well seasoned and flavorful but missing that grill/char flavor. Very impressed by the seasoning of the meat patty but tasted more on the boiled side unfortunately. French fries and the bacon tasted great though and strawberry lemonade was refreshing. Service was nice and prompt. I saw really nice French toast dishes coming out that I think we will return to try!

I visited Brioche Bakery & Cafe on Sunday, 01/07/24, in the afternoon. I was greeted with a warm welcome and a big smile by a staff member upon entering the cafe. On my visit, I decided to order the Spinach Lasagna. The taste of the lasagna was truly delicious. I loved how it came with a side of salad, which was unexpected. The salad was even good. The inside of the restaurant was cute and cozy. I highly recommend coming here.

This is a cafe bakery with about 10 small tables inside as well as a few outside. Luckily we were able to grab a spot for our breakfast. You will need to ask for a menu at the front counter and place your order there as well. And it is serve yourself waters too I ordered the scrambled eggs with Jack cheese, avocado and potatoes. I asked for some tomatoes on the side. This was very tasty. My friend ordered the breakfast burrito and added some hot sauce, but beware, the hot sauce was very spicy. This was a nice breakfast if you are walking through the area, but not necessarily a destination restaurant.

Great for a low priced and fast brunch! I enjoyed the quiche and a coffee. Service is very fast. They have a back room if you want to camp out for a little while. But also great for a quick in and out breakfast/lunch.

I have been going this place for years. I like to grab their Quiche. Their delicious quiche comes with salad. Also I like to sit their outdoor patio during the summer.

Snotty and unfriendly service. Food is mediocre at best. Asked for toast and received a glob of some butter substitute in the same timbale with cheap cold jelly !!!! What if I didn't want jelly with my toast?? Not returning

Best Brioche Bakery & Cafe in SF! From the service to location and deliciousness made from love, you can't go wrong here. Had the pleasure of meeting Alex, who made our visit so special, and ordered one of the best Cappuccino's I've ever had! And paired with a yummy croissant while my friend ordered their yummy chicken salad - and wowowow the dressing! Don't waste your time looking for another cafe. Stop by here!

I ordered a bacon breakfast burrito and the bacon isn't IN the burrito but separate? Not good.

I had the eggs Benedict. They were very delicious. Not over drenched with hollandaise, just the right amount. Eggs nice and fluffy, taste was delicious.

We had brunch here the day before Christmas and absolutely loved this cafe. It's so cute, with tables available both inside and outside, including indoor nook seating along the windows looking out on Columbus Avenue. The workers were all very friendly and helpful during our visit, from taking our order at the counter to serving us our food and drinks at our table, and giving us everything we needed to make for a pleasant experience. And the place was not busy at all on this particular Saturday, so there was hardly a wait for anything. We couldn't resist trying the strawberry lemonade they had freshly made along with other juices at the counter ready to go. But I also had an iced mocha beverage and it was cold and creamy with enough chocolate flavor to satisfy my taste buds. To eat, we had the Brioche French Toast, and Fine Herbs Omelet with chicken apple sausage, which arrived quickly at our table with great presentation and filling portions that were just right, and even better taste. Fresh fruit, delicious ingredients, a nice char on the oven roasted potatoes. Simple meals, but so perfect in a great breakfast/lunch setting in the city. The only downside to our visit was the difficulty finding parking, but we eventually found some metered parking nearby.

Quick Summary: - Cozy atmosphere - Appears small on the outside, but there is another room of seats and bar tables on the lefthand side of the room - Coffee is not sour - Super attentive and kind staff - Entered starving, left comfy happy (100%) full We were heading somewhere else to eat, particularly paninis, when we saw the menu sign at the entrance of this bakery. The sign said paninis -- we were hooked and lured into the cafe. The hours were before lunch time, and we have been walking around in the rain, so we were ready to eat something that will fill our stomachs up. Behind the counter, there is a larger menu, that lists the food, the longer menu on the side had the coffee drinks, and the small one near the pastry had today's special. That day, one of the two soups were French onion, so we ordered the combo version (this one comes with a grilled cheese sandwich). We also ordered the BLTA sandwich and the caprese panini. For drinks we ordered a latte and a cappuccino. We decided to eat inside because there were more space on the lefthand side of the room, so we received a number and sat down. The wait didn't feel too long; we chatted away about one conversation topic and then the food arrived all at once. The BLTA and the panini dishes came with a salad, dressed with a vinaigrette type of dressing. Also, each of the sandwiches were conveniently sliced in half. Three of the sandwiches had different bread, and the grilled cheese sandwich was sandwiched in the brioche buns. It's unique from the typical grilled cheese sandwich I have ever tried, and this tasted really great with the French onion soup. The brioche bun absorbed the soup very well. The French onion soup was nice and savory, and also not salty either. I have eaten a few onion soups, but this one stands out as delicious, top 3 even. The BLTA sandwich had many thick layers of bacon, so rich and I would say the heftiest one out of the three sandwiches. The panini was my most favorite because that was exactly what I was craving for. It was soft and crispy on the outside and the mozzarella cheese and tomato were sweet and juicy. Sometimes the basil sauce comes out as very decadent, but it was nicely done in this panini. In addition, this sandwich was the lightest, so if I were to eat this alone I might have ordered an extra pastry. Overall, it was a really great food experience, where we entered whimsically, and I would like to visit here again.

Small brunch spot but still good quality service. The service was attentive and they were able to provide us a good experience. We ordered a French Toast and it was good. As well as the French breakfast. I was not aware that it was only a baguette with jam & butter and a side of fruit, but again that's my fault for not asking what comes in the french breakfast. Overall, the customer service is what leaves me at a 4/5!

This is a nice spot for breakfast for early risers. Excellent variety of food choices. Sitting corners are perfect for private conversations. Staff are helpdul and friendly. Defintely returning back.

I stopped in here for lunch because the menu looked good and they had Wi-Fi. There were also plenty of tables open, so it seemed like a great place to work from. I decided on the Niçoise salad, and was pleasantly surprised by the size of it. However, it was rather bland and the hard boiled egg looked a little less than appetizing.

Great service and good food! Cute little cafe on the street! Final meal on our first sister trip!

Came here with a friend for an early coffee and lunch! Really enjoyed the vibe of this place - there are even outlets! The food is decently cheap and it's a good place to meet up with someone and not be disturbed. Good: - loved the chicken panini - great flavors and a good portion size - I was full for the rest of the day - Really nice chai latte - a bit on the sweet side but that's how I like it. Bad: - Not super fancy, just a casual place, get your number and sit down and no service Overall liked this place and might bring a friend here again!

Ordered DoorDash from here 6x. If I decide to try Brioche again I will instead order in person. More than half the time I've had an issue. I've had rare follow through regarding minor request notes. Food tried: Daily quiche + additional potatoes, avocado, tomato Daily soup Beet salad Yogurt w/ granola & fruit Eggs Benedict Waffle The only consistency has been their yogurt dish & hollandaise sauce. A+ on those Daily items are obviously a thing of taste preference. However, I've experienced inconsistent preparations (burnt quiche tops), a variety of portion levels with repeat dishes or add ons & missing dish ingredients or entire items. Potato add ons have 2 different price options. Both have delivered roughly the same quantity. Avocado add on has always been a tasty selection & generous portion. The last beet salad order barely included any goat cheese. Huge bummer but otherwise would have been beautifully tasting salad. I've also attempted calling multiple times for daily flavor inquiries but they've only answered their phone once out of the six times ordering. I may try again. But until I feel like walking there I'm going to have to spend my hard earned money at a place I know will provide consistent delivery orders. Plus I'd like to see the pastry case which isn't included on delivery apps.

Breakfast here is pretty good and if you get there early no one is there. The price is good and I love the North Beach location. It's a cute little place too.

I love their lemon-thyme chicken panini but sometimes there is just so much inconsistency. The last time I was here, I ordered a soy latte with an extra shot with vanilla. I got a regular latte. How did I know? I felt it 5 mins later. I also asked for no dressing on my salad, I know I'm weird but I'm paying for it. Overall, the employees are nice but need more training.

Cute cafe we a variety of breakfast and lunch options. Got the chicken pot pie and it was quite tasty! Lots of flavour in there, but it was a little runnier than expected. Needed to eat with a spoon! The hot sauce was also amazing. Definitely want to come back and try an omelette!

Such a cute place. Been here a few times for breakfast. Didn't realized they are open in the afternoon for chai latte and pastry. Very cute inside and super friendly stuff. And they will warm up the pastries too. Prices seem better than Starbucks.

In town last weekend and we decided to give this lovely place a try! Boy oh boy we were not disappointed! Wonderful food selection. We went with the quiche, the French breakfast, and my sis had avocado and bacon. While I couldn't attest to the other meals....the quiche was AMAZING! Loved the quiche crust, and the quiche itself was so flavorful. It included a side salad that had a really terrific dressing on it as well. Service was wonderful too! Although they were busy our food came fairly quickly! Excellent experience and we will be back!

Food was great, service was great, opens earlier than other places in the area. Ambiance is intimate, small seating inside.

Nice little eatery.... Food was just ok but fell short on the flavor. Service was good and probably won't come back do to the fact that I believe SFO has better eateries. Also our Caffe Latte was just warm... Let me know what you think Yelpers. So let it be said... So let it be written.

This place is a small bakery in the middle of Chinatown near FiDi. I was craving something sweet for breakfast and the pictures of the food here sold me. I decided to go for the French toast and it didn't disappoint. Everything blended in perfectly and there's a perfect amount of fruit given. The bread was also very good. The French toast I've had in the past would be very heavy and I normally need a nap afterwards. This was not the case this time. I finished the whole thing without feeling the need to go into a coma. The only gripe I have about the place is how small it is. The table next to me couldn't get in and out of their seats without bumping into my table. The restroom isn't the best either, so plan accordingly. Overall, I would recommend this place for the food and will come back next time I'm in town

I eye this place every time I walk by - it's super cute inside and has an extensive menu. I headed in on a Saturday morning for a little solo brunch and sat on the wine side of their space. I ordered a breakfast burrito but I was honestly not a big fan, there was too much potato involved :( Giving the place 4 stars for the vibes, I'd definitely go back but would steer clear of the bfast burrito next time. Cute spot for solo morning brunch or quick meet up with friends!

I have been a three time a week+ daytime regular since they opened on Haight Street. A wonderful place for a simple but well made lunch. I would give 5 stars but the recent new daytime server hires seem determined to destroy this place. They will do anything but serve a table and watching people sit in frustration and finally just leave to is a daily occurrence.

What a cute and conveniently located spot! I had the cheese danish and the brioche French toast. Both were memorable and I enjoyed them slowly while looking out the large windows towards the bustling street. The fruit was super fresh, well washed. I believe they use and egg custard for the French toast. I need that recipe!! TIP: go on off hours to avoid the rush. Make some extra time so you can explore china town!

Food was really Good-we got the herb omelette, it comes with fruit and potatoes and is very hearty. The service could use some help, but they were busy at the time so might not be an accurate portrayal when less busy. Ambiance was really nice especially when sitting outside.

Came here on a Sunday afternoon with some friends and we wanted something to eat. The people at the front were very nice and friendly and we ordered the spinach and mushroom quiche and spinach lasagna. We loved the taste of the food! The quiche was soft and full of mushrooms which we loved and the lasagna was very cheesy and tasty as well. Overall, we loved the food and would definitely come back to try more of the food.

Tried out this place on Sunday late morning, Father's Day actually, when I wasn't able to get seating at Mamas which was the supposed go to place in town. Brioche had good reviews and was just a couple blocks down so I decided to give it a try. There was a tad bit of a line, but certainly not too bad and prices were pretty good for the quantity. My meal came out a little shy of $20 for a mushroom quiche and almond croissant. The food took a little bit to come out, but again not too bad at all. The mushroom quiche was fantastic. I believe it was pre made and reheated so I was a bit worried it wasn't going to be that good, but turned out quite the opposite. Not only that, but it was very filling. I was quite full after this, but I still had the croissant to go. The croissant was pretty good, nothing too good, but I may be comparing to one I had in the past that was incredible. Overall it was a pretty good spot and I'd recommend to others!

They have a cozy outdoor seating in the backyard area - great for larger groups of 10-12 people. They have a good amount of vegetarian options in the menu - I'm so happy they had a caprese sandwich which was so well layered and cooked. The French toast topped with berries was great too. This place offers a nice cozy not-so-fancy food options which one needs on a regular Sunday. Also, thanks to the space heaters they had in the backyard because it gets so cold in SF.

I've lived nearby for over 11 years and walked by countless times, but never actually grabbed lunch here. Making my way through new local experiences during the pandemic, I finally gave them a try. A bunch of homey food options, some of which you can just heat up at home, which makes intentionally buying for leftovers easy. Meatball Sandwich: This was a little weird. The bottom layer was like a regular crusty roll, but the top layer was fluffy sliced bread. I'm not sure if it's intentionally designed this way or was a mistake or they just ran out of crusty bread? Either way, it was a bit unprofessional in my experience, like just pick one (ideally the crust bread). The meatballs themselves were dense, indicating they had a lot of nice amount meat and not much filler. A good amount of sauce and cheese, but not overwhelming. French Onion Soup: Adapted for takeout, so no cheese gratinée melded on top of the soup. Instead there was a rather uninspired lump of melted cheese (not browned at all) sunk on the bottom. The the bread was served on the side, albeit a little over toasted. But breaking bits into the soup to get them soaked was nice. And the soup itself was a real pleasure with a nice savory broth and lots of tender onion pieces. Meat Lasagna: This was thick and meaty and cheesy, so covered some crucial bases. They used the thick pasta sheets too, which meant lots of filling in between. Which I kinda prefer nowadays since I've been burned by too many thin pasta sheet lasagnas that skimp on the filling. Reheated nicely at home. Only downside was there seemed to be a decent amount of big carrot chunks. Y tho? Ham & Spinach Quiche: This was no dainty small quiche. A huge disk, like the size of a small whole cheesecake. Instead of a crusty pie crust, was more like flaky chewy pastry wrapped around the bottom. The egg centerpiece was fluffy and filled with lots of spinach and onions. The ham seemed mostly on the outer edges, which caused it to get a little burnt.

Post covid, the streets of San Francisco are fairly empty. In turn, I was able to actually walk to this restaurant from the hotel and enjoy a little outdoor dining. This place is a nice little cafe on the corner. You order and pay inside, take a number and grab a table. Someone delivers your food and drink to the table. I ordered the spinach and gruyere omelette with a small latte. It was all good.

This is a pretty good bakery with some nice outdoor sidewalk tables in North Beach. What they offer is a French influenced cuisine. They have all of your basic bakery, breakfast, and lunch items. Plus, they make a good latte with generally a nice design in the foam. This is kind of one of the nondescript San Fransisco bakeries of which there are a lot. This is not a criticism, this is just a fact. This is one of those places that if you are in the area it is a good place to grab breakfast or lunch, a latte on the go, or to sit back for a few minutes and enjoy the day. The outdoor tables are right on the sidewalk so you are going to get a lot of very close-passing foot traffic as is very common with many of the restaurants and bakeries in North Beach. Some people don't like this so I am just letting you know. And, as you are right on the street, you do get your fair share of traffic noise. But, this is San Francisco what can you expect? Overall good bakery with a nice staff and good food.

Nice hidden gem in plain sight, the food was delicious! My wife, daughter and I shared the Fine-Herb Omelet and Breakfast Croissant . The fresh herbs in the omelette made music with every bite. The croissant was so buttery and flaky I found myself closing my eyes after every bite to saver the flavors. If you're looking for a place to eat with fresh ingredients and house made pastries , try Brioche Bakery & Cafe. Breakfast, Brunch and lunch. Don't forget the fresh made soups. Bon Appetit!!

Ok, totally didn't expect to find this legit French pastry shop in the midst of Chinatown, but this place is fantastic! Went there all week, picking up a selection for meetings I had in the area. Keep it up and I'll see you next time I'm in SF

This fantastic little restaurant is a TRUE GEM with incredible food and unmatched service and hospitality !! The young man working the counter is a one-man-wonder, greeting guests with genuine enthusiasm and an infectious sense of humor. He seems to run the WHOLE show and NEVER skips a beat !!! I honestly hope he's the OWNER, because he is TOTALLY invested in the success of this cafe!!

4 stars for the quiche. We were in the area and were short on time to grab lunch to eat on the go and found ourselves here. I assumed this place catered to tourists mostly because of its location and the clientele I saw coming in, but was pleasantly surprised by the deliciousness of the quiche. When we were ordering, the girl helping us didn't ask which one we wanted and we didn't know they had different ones, so we ended up with a spinach and tomato one -- would not have been my first choice -_- Regardless, I have to admit this quiche was pretty darn good. The quiche was quite a hefty size and was perfectly fluffy and cheesy. They reheated it too so that the crust was all warm and flaky. Definitely make sure to eat it warm and all toasted up! The one thing that bothered me is that they don't list the prices of their food (coffee and drink prices are listed). We ordered a Special Sandwich plus the quiche and it came out to about $25, which surprised us a little.

Great sandwiches! Love the croque madam and the ham and butter baguette I fotget the name

So walked past this spot late last night looked in the window and knew right away I Jade to come in the morning for coffee and breakfast. Holy Hell so happy I did this place is delicious staff is friendly and the food is perfect. We ordered the chicken kale soup and spinach tomato quiche with an americano. So good we canceled our lunch reservations at another restaurant because why go anywhere else this place is heaven