23 Best Cafes near Half Moon Bay

“It's a nice place that has a mom-and-pop feel. High ceilings and seating outside and at the back give you many choices. When I was there, a woman played Christmas songs on the piano. I didn't try the food since I only had a coffee for the occasion. The coffee (regular latte) was ok. I thought it was really bland and not even a hint of acidity. But all in all, it's a nice place to sit and people-watch while in Half Moon Bay.“

“Nice spot... It's kinda hidden (unless you know where to look for it); I like the chocolate dipped nut cookie selections. Nice place to get a good cookie and sit and chill. Not much else to so say, other than worth a stop in and at least look and try, and I think you'll be pleased. Service was good, and atmosphere was nice, not much going on when I went by however, based on the space, looks like it could have things going on during certain times of day and year.Parking: Street parking, could get kind of busy depending on day and time go, however, seemed like plenty of street parking around, and is in a nice area to walk around; also noticed that was on bus line, and it stops right across street (if that is your form of transportation).“

“Super cute cafe with amazing drinks and food with hints of Asian influence. I ordered the black sesame latte and the ricotta yuzu toast. The toast was especially impressive in the way in brought together a variety of flavors. Everything about the interior was modern. cozy and picturesque and I had really enjoyed staying here and working on sketches.I do want to note that I arrived on a Friday around 2pm and the place was pretty packed and their pastries had already sold out. I would come back earlier next time for the croissants :)“

“Such a cute and different coffee shop. I had the Honeybee latte and a tomato quiche. The latte was far better than I expected- perfect balance of sweet and flavorful. Not overly sweet at all! The quiche was very flavorful and moist and the crust was buttery and flaky. I ordered mine to go but I thoroughly enjoyed the decor while I waited for my order to be made. Cute little details all over the place. The hand doodled coffee sleeve was a fun and adorable touch. Looking forward to returning on my next visit to Burlingame.“

“Esther and Giuliano, are just two amazing people! We stopped here purely based on reviews, and it did not disappoint. The coffee was absolutely wonderful! My wife is the coffee drinker and said her latte was one of the best she's ever had. I'm not big on coffee, but if we lived near here I'd come everyday because the coffee was so good. But what truly sets them apart is their hospitality. From the moment we walked in until we left, they were both so sweet and genuine. This will be a must stop everytime we're in SF from now on.“

“My breakfast was amazing and the bacon overflowing. Hard to belive that I recieved this IN Cali, IN 2024, for this price. Ill definitely be back for my overnights in SFO.Food prices are consistent with normal sandwhich shops, but the quality is so much better. Planning lunch already??Thanks guys!“

“Cosy Italian café with great foodOrdered a risotto with salmon. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the risotto is also tasty. I heard that they served really good desserts which were not on the menu. The coffee price is also affordable. Will definitely come back again.“

“You can’t find a better place for bruschetta, paninis and very flavorful salads! There are so many choices. The food is not too heavy, yet very filling even for a manly appetite. Food preparation is consistent year after year.The bar menu is progressively being updated and now includes more than the robust wine menu that has always been available.Unassuming atmosphere. Good music in the evenings on the weekend. Nice covered back patio. Good space for parties.Very hard working owner and staff. There is very little turnover.Try it!“

“This cafe is like going to your favorite aunt or grandmas house who is really good at cooking and baking. There is a menu but it seems more like they make what they want and sell what they have - feels very quaint and homemade Tonkatsu sandwich - big pork cutlet with a squishy bun and a generous portion of finely shredded cabbage. Yummy and crispy, pork was a touch dry. Matcha cornet was delicious, great flavor w the cream and nice soft cornet Melon pan - did not get much melon fragrance and felt a bit dry/stale, but great crisp sugar top. There's some chocolate inside the bread which I did not expect.“

“This was our first time here, and walking inside gave a pretty warm inviting feeling for a Wednesday morning.   Simply decorated and well lit.   It was pretty busy as well.  I was greeted right away, and my order was taken promptly.  Both people who helped me were super nice and made sure my order was complete.We ordered:1.  Corned beef hash and eggs -   Tasty and couldn't get enough.  The red peppers and seasoning went well with the crunchy hashbrowns and over easy egg2.  Meatlovers breakfast sandwich -  It's a good hearty sandwich with a lot of flavors.   Something you can eat on the go,  but why rush perfection?3.  Chicken and waffles -  The waffles were light and had crunchy edges.  To me, it didn't need syrup or butter.   I could easily polish it off in one sitting.   I'm the type that doesn't eat chicken and waffles stacked together.  I eat it separately.  The chicken was crunchy and juicy.   I loved that it came with gravy,  I wish I had asked for more. It was a perfect combo.3.  Brioche toast - Cinnamony and sweet.   Not your regular french toast, but it was good.   It's not super eggy,  like you can taste the bread and the seasoning.Overall,  we were happy with our visit and will be back soon.   Highly recommend this to people who are looking for classic American Breakfast with a light twist.“

“Love this coffee shop. It is family owned. Seems many are regular. The owner is nice. It is a small shop which serves coffee, pastries and regular american breakfast like egg and sandwich. It has indoor and outdoor seating.We ordered almost croissants and latte. Price is reasonable and it is cheaper than other coffee shops. The croissant is yummy and fluffy. The latte is good and light. Will visit again and try the sandwich.“

“I stop here whenever I drive down the 1, and sometimes we go to Pacifica just to go here and to walk on the beach next door. There is always an immense selection of delicious food, which is always well prepared and well worth the $. The atmosphere is hard to beat, and if you find yourself passing through on a cold morning, there's a gas fireplace in the eating area that is a great touch.“

“I was pretty impressed with my visit to Royal Donut Cafe. I didn't come for their donuts, but for their breakfast and they had some of the best country fried steak I've had a in a while. The interior is very dated so that might turn some people off, but they are expanding the restaurant and taking over the space next door. They said that there is a possibility that they open for dinner in the future too. Staff were very friendly as well. Parking in the area is certainly a pain in the area, but there are paid parking lots near by. Country Fried Steak & Eggs ($15.95) was what I ordered and it was massive. I was stuffed after eating it and the steak had the perfect breading. The sausage gravy was very tasty and the hash browns were also a large portion. The eggs they also cooked really well and they don't overcook them like I accidently do at home because I love runny eggs. It is definitely worth a visit here although I have no input on their donuts or pastries personally. Their breakfast is top tier though and you get large portions. Would recommend this breakfast spot to anyone in the area.“

“Great spot for brunch and afternoon tea. we tried the Eclair and the caramel brulee tart. The Eclair is creamy in the buff and great with the chocolate cover. The Caramel brulee tart is not so sweet but crispy at the cover tart. The taste left me with a deep impression. The coffee could do some DIY steps as I told the staff to make with the dark roasted beans. They satisfy my requests. Not so many people at 3 pm on Weekdays. But might anticipate with full of people at weekends.“

“Excellent cafe & ambience, a local gem downtown with an outdoor parklet ☕️ Food options include baked goods, fruit, some breakfast items. All dairy free milks availableParking: Street parking & nearby parking garages within a blockKid-friendliness: Nice parklet to be outdoors & can help corral kids. A half block from the B Street car-free mall, where you can let your kids run freeWheelchair accessibility: Very accessible“

“I just remembered I had to leave a review, the coffee here reminded me that the likes of, Starbucks, Philz, Peets and BlueBottle are pop culture and not premium coffee expertly prepared. They also have a photographic memory of your previous orders, wish could visit more❤️“

“The food and pastries were really good, I’d definitely recommend. There are many options to choose from, I am sure everyone will find something they like.My only complaint is that the place is too popular, therefore crowded. Too many people are waiting in line, all tables are occupied, the place is loud and not cosy at all“

“The donuts are better than the fritters. The apple fritter was good but very very oily and very sweet. Sandwiches are great. I've been here a couple times and they have messed up my order each time in minor ways - one time my side order was wrong and another time my coffee was the wrong size. Otherwise they're fast and have good friendly service. Parking lot gets crowded fast.“

“I found Cafe 2k the other day and I'm glad I did. Located at 2000 Alameda de las Pulgas in San Mateo in an office complex. They have plenty of great choices for breakfast and lunch. There was a line at lunch but it moved pretty fast. I recommend Cafe 2k.“

“This cafe is soooooooo good! It's a typical menu, but their food is so flavorful! Their potatoes are seasoned so well. My favorite is their oatmeal pancakes since I've never had oatmeal pancakes anywhere else... but here... Their service is amazing too. I got to-go for the first time since I usually like eating on site since it's located at Burlingame Ave and it's a good brunch place especially on hot days. Our usual server Laura was soooo sweet & accomodating. She was on top with asking us with our needs even with to-go orders! This cafe is for sure a go-to spot for me.“

“I work upstairs and this cafe has everything you could possibly want and need. Breakfast foods, coffee, boba, sandwiches, and desserts. Service is always quick and the ladies who work there are extremely nice. The mochi muffins are AMAZING. The chicken pesto is my favorite. You can't go wrong with any of the smoothies, boba, or coffee. Boba is a bit on the sweet side so I always ask for less sugar and they're able to accommodate me. So happy to have them in the building!“

“I've been having breakfast at Peter's Café for more than 10 years. Service is always good. Food is always good. Portions are substantial. They have an extensive menu and a mind case I can order a hamburger for breakfast highly recommend as a place to go for breakfast or lunch. They are not open for dinner.“

“Perhaps, I should Yelp my generous friends who have given me opportunities to try foods that I'd normally not try. This one was totally unexpected as I was meeting a friend at his workplace to exchange some items. When I pulled into the parking lot, he was waiting in front of his building which is next to this location. As we exchanged bags, he handed me an extra bag, telling me that, due to our 1 pm meeting time, I didn't have lunch. Having run a morning errand in Chinatown, I actually had my meal in my office waiting; I know, what a considerate friend. When I returned to work about twenty minutes later, I took a picture of the meal and placed it in the refrigerator, knowing I'd enjoy this later in the week. He got me a patty melt with french fries ( something I haven't eaten since the Lucky Penny on Masonic closed since that's where I ate my last one. With my new education in restoring leftovers, I reheated the patty melt ( and fries ( They were still delicious two days later and my meal was filling. I especially loved that they gave several packets of Hunt's ketchup (my childhood favorite) which paired perfectly with the fries. Thanks to my thoughtful and generous friend, I had the pleasure of enjoying this throwback meal. He mentioned their prices being reasonable and that their spaghetti was pretty good. Guess I better keep my eyes open for their weekly menu.“