Roger L.
Yelp
Stable Cafe is named NOT because its been a Pleasanton staple since 1988, but because its at the Fairgrounds racetrack and was a regular breakfast stop for race horse Jockeys.
This review is for the 2nd Sunday morning event where Stable Cafe allows Sunflower Hill special needs program to wait the tables with tips donated to Sunflower Hills. A great idea teaching Sunflower Hill recipients new skills while allowing the owner of Stable Cafe Ester Hall to feed hungry locals on Sundays. The schedule is every second Sunday morning of the month, but check their calendar to be sure.
https://sunflowerhill.org/events/breakfast-at-stable-cafe/
Everyone is greeted at the door by the friendly faces if either Debbie, Dave, or Edie, who have been organizing this collaboration for the last couple of years.
Coffee came quick and was replenished by our server Bruce. The 50s diner decor is sprinkled with jockey jerseys and race horse pictures on the walls, and December also had a decorated tree and a live Santa sitting in the corner.
The simplified event menu had combos on the top and side dishes on the bottom. I had the #7 and it came with Eggs, French Toast, and Bacon for about $9.95. Owner/Manager Ester does ALL the cooking herself, so though she may have her back to you most of the time, give her a shout out and say "HI"!
TIP #1 - Gate 12 entrance easier than the Pleasant ave entrance (gate closed)
Tip #2 - Bring Cash as it the only way to pay
Tip #3 - Thank the volunteers and leave a good "tip"
If you want an old style cafe breakfast, while simultaneously supporting a good cause, head to the Pleasanton Fairgrounds for a Sunday breakfast at the Stable Cafe.