La Note

Went on a Saturday around 1pm for a late breakfast and had no problem getting a table for 3. The selection of eats was abundant and my basic egg and sausage breakfast was delicious! My friends enjoyed their omlettes as well. Service was quick, friendly enough, and our coffee cups were always full (great coffee too-- BTW). Pros: "homey", nice ambience Cons: so-so parking more

If the lunch and dinner are anything like the breakfast, then you MUST try La Note. There was a wait at brunch time, but it was well worth it. The Brioche Pain Perdu is the most delicious, sweet twist on traditional french toast, the omlettes light, fluffy and out of this world. Added to the great menu and location, are a sunny patio and adorable atmosphere. A must in East Bay dining! Pros: location, decor, delicious food more

La Note boasts a wonderful provencale cuisine, equipped with baguette sandwiches that are really French: ""au beurre"" and actually crunchy (a rarity in America). They are delightfully flavorful and well-portioned, sided by a salad that has a definite speck of effort involved in its preparation. Breakfasts are equally flavorful, though what appeals to most is the standard American fare given the corresponding gourmet zest (in America, Provencale = gourmet). The pancakes with creme fraiche are wonderful, and even the grapefruit is presented in a way worthy of such sour saveur. What lacks by far, however, is the service: a product of the always-full-and-bustling establishment. Servers are rarely characters and seem more as food dispensers, though this can be favored when in a large group. Speed is definitely of interest to them, but by all means--slow them down and savor the good food they throw at you! Pros: somewhat authentic, healthy and flavorful, good presentation Cons: long wait, the service more