Jason Cafe

1246 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025, United States
+1 650-847-1093
$$$ Brunch restaurant
(119 Reviews)
Price Range $10–20

Jason Cafe on El Camino Real in Menlo Park serves up a solid brunch experience that feels both comfortable and lively. It’s the kind of spot where locals drop in on weekend mornings craving hearty, familiar plates without any fuss. The interior is cozy yet bright, with enough seating to usually find a spot even on busy weekends, though parking can be a challenge—expect to hunt for street parking if the lot is full.

The menu leans into classic American brunch favorites with some standout offerings like the Fresh Spinach Mushroom Omelet paired with crispy hashbrowns, and a variety of Eggs Benedict styles including their namesake “Jason’s Benedict.” For those with a sweet tooth, the waffles—such as the Fried Chicken Waffle or the more playful Mickey Mouse pancake—strike a good balance between indulgence and portion size. Many dishes come in generous portions, making it easy to share or save some for later.

Regulars appreciate the friendly and attentive service, which keeps the atmosphere welcoming even when the place is pretty full by midday. The crowd feels mixed but relaxed, ranging from families to solo diners and groups of friends catching up over weekend brunch. A fresh-squeezed orange juice complements many of the egg and scramble dishes, pairing well with the rustic flavors and homestyle heartiness on the plate.

Jason Cafe tends to attract people looking for familiar comfort food done well, rather than anything overly trendy or experimental. It’s a good pick for weekday or weekend mornings when you want a straightforward, filling meal in a spot that’s upbeat without being rushed. The overall vibe is casual — a neighborhood café with the feel of an old-school diner, but with clean, vibrant interiors that keep it fresh.

Tips for visitors:

  • Arrive early on weekends to snag parking and avoid the noon rush.
  • Bring a group or be ready to share — portions are generous.
  • Try classic brunch dishes like the Southern Scramble or Monte Cristo sandwich for a reliable start.
Highlights
Has fast service
Serves great coffee
Popular for
Popular for breakfast
Good for solo dining
What they serve
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves healthy options
Quick bite
Serves wine
Best for
Serves breakfast
Serves brunch
Serves lunch
Serves dessert
Has seating
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Plenty of parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

07:00 AM - 02:30 PM

Tuesday

07:00 AM - 02:30 PM

Wednesday

07:00 AM - 02:30 PM

Thursday

07:00 AM - 02:30 PM

Friday

07:00 AM - 02:30 PM

Saturday

07:00 AM - 02:30 PM

Sunday

07:00 AM - 02:30 PM

119 Reviews
Salem Explorer

31 Dec 2025

Went for Brunch and tried scrambled egg + veggies with country potatoes. It’s a cozy place with packed seatings. Liked the food. Regarding food quantity, it’s good portion for an adult. One downside is the limited parking spaces. Most of the time it’s full and have to find street parking. Will recommend and visit again when I’m around there.

Edwin Pugh-Johnson

28 Dec 2025

If you're looking for a breakfast spot that hits the soul just right, Jason's Cafe is the place. I ordered the Southern Scramble and a glass of fresh-squeezed orange juice—and let me tell you, it was a flavor-packed experience from start to finish. The Southern Scramble was absolutely delicious—perfectly seasoned eggs, on top of a biscuit and bed of gravy with savory sausages, all coming together. Every bite was satisfying and full of flavor. The orange juice was the perfect pairing—crisp, naturally sweet, and refreshing. You can really taste the difference when it’s fresh. Great service, warm atmosphere, and unforgettable food. Jason's Cafe is now a regular stop for me!

Swetha Joswala

03 Nov 2025

Jason’s Cafe is a great spot for breakfast! The food was delicious, especially the Minnie Mouse pancake with chocolate chip cookies. The service was excellent, parking was easy, and the inside ambience was cozy. Plenty of seating made it perfect for our group, and everyone loved the food. Highly recommend!

Bruce S.

01 Nov 2025

Hadn't been here for a long time. The food was really good and so was the service. We had the fresh spinach mushroom omelet and the full stack of blueberry pancakes. The omelet was really big as the plate was ~11" in diameter. The pancakes were huge as the plate was ~9" in diameter. We couldn't eat it all and took it home.

Phyllis T

30 Oct 2025

Super friendly and attentive service, clean and bright interior, pleasantly busy (mixed crowd, almost full at 12:30 on a Sunday, we got the last parking spot), pretty good food for good prices. The Monte Cristo sandwich and Southern scramble were very good. The protein scramble and soups (clam chowder or tomato) were good. The seafood fra diavolo... well the linguine and sauce were fine, but the mussels were inedible. So stick to the more breakfast-y items. Would come here again to try more off their large menu.

LaydeK

02 Oct 2025

Great place! My partner and I came in after a workout and this was the spot to go too! So happy to have found it! The waiter was extremely helpful and took on the morning rush on his own. Phone calls and people entering. You can tell that he has been in the business for a long time.

Veronica Garcia

02 Oct 2025

A big group of us came here for breakfast after an early morning soccer tournament game. It was about 30 of us and they problem solved so effectively on ways to sit us all together. There was a waiter there (didn't get his name) but I believe he was the manager. He was attentive, great personality, and made sure we had everything we needed. Now the food, AMAZING! We all agreed afterwards that it was the best breakfast spot we've ever been to. The pancakes were delicious! The scramble and burritos were top tier. We cannot wait to go back! :)

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