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St Michael's Alley

American Restaurant, New American Restaurant, and Breakfast Spot$$$$

University South, Palo Alto

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St Michael's Alley

7.9^/10

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Ranked #2 for American restaurants in Palo Alto
"You have to try the blue monkey pancake"(5 Tips)
"you can sub out potatoes for fruit on the breakfast medley"(4 Tips)
"Great brunch, prefect with mimosas..!"(3 Tips)
"The scallops, the lamb kebabs, any fish dish... all so good."(2 Tips)

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Catherine M. 🍷July 10, 2013
Their lovely weekend brunch (everything is good!) is at their old location at 806 Emerson St. No reservations for brunch. Don't forget to order a mimosa.
Matt PearceDecember 13, 2012
Although dinners are great, this is also one of the best breakfast spots in Palo Alto. Arrive early and drink a mimosa while you wait for a table. Better pancakes than that place in woodside.
TristanMay 4, 2014
Been here 5+ times
The breakfast medley is everything dot com. You can swap the pancakes for any style on the menu that you'd like. Also get the chicken apple sausage on the side. Heaven.
Emily KooOctober 6, 2016
The porcini parpadelle is divine- Light yet hearty and fulfilling. Save room for dessert - sticky toffee pudding is great!
Richard McClellanOctober 6, 2012
Breakfast is super delicious here, possibly the best I've had in Palo Alto! Crispy bacon, perfect fried eggs, and delicious potatoes on the side!
Allison LevitskySeptember 11, 2018
Lovely place with great food and very nice service. Get the banh mi and bread pudding!
Stephanie WeiDecember 1, 2013
Blue monkey pancakes are delicious! A bit much for one person though
Lee ShepAugust 15, 2012
Been here 5+ times
The best pork chop in Palo Alto. Specials never disappoint either. Great tiramisu or peach tart for dessert.
Mollie UmaSeptember 15, 2012
Expect a 15+ minute wait on the weekend for a party of two. Vegetarians can sub fruit for any of the meat-based sides; they're very accommodating here.
Natalie HawkinsAugust 30, 2013
Try the Fettucine pasta with chicken. - Pesto, chicken and fresh herbs #delish
Garry TanNovember 5, 2018
Amazing croque madame and the salads are very fresh.
Michael MevorachJune 21, 2015
Eggs Florentine was amazing. Great brunch, prefect with mimosas..!
E XApril 28, 2012
Their special today includes cinnamon whipped cream. They whip it themselves and it is DELICIOUS. No pre-canned stuff here.
Kimberly SAugust 13, 2013
Blue monkey pancakes! But also try the lemon poppyseed pancakes if they're part of the day's specials :)
Natalie HawkinsAugust 30, 2013
Try the Wild Mushroom Cake - Such a delicious appetizer!
SherynAugust 16, 2012
The scallops, the lamb kebabs, any fish dish... all so good.
Antonio OrdunaNovember 13, 2017
The best pumpkin pie in Palo Alto
Ben LeeFebruary 27, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Make sure to hear the specials for brunch. They have great soups and pancake specials.
Vinicius VacantiMay 15, 2011
You can substitute the blue monkey pancakes in the breakfast medley for $1 more
Jessica ChanNovember 29, 2012
Amazing brunch. The medley is perfection!
James AguilarMay 18, 2013
The steak scramble was only ok, but maybe scrambles just suck. Every time, they sound like they're going to be good, but they never are. Wife loved the belgian waffle.
Douglas GrayMarch 29, 2015
Weekend brunch is now served at 'The Annex' down the street.
Delyn SimonsOctober 28, 2012
Get here at 10am or prepare to wait 40 minutes. Bring earplugs -- LOUD.
JH H-DMay 26, 2022
The food is great! Nothing is a bad choice 😋
E XApril 28, 2012
To get to the bathroom, go through the kitchen. Also, you need to press REALLY hard to flush. I totally thought it was broken but it's not.
Ben LeeMay 27, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Hard to beat the breakfast medley for sweet and savory.
Darya ProkuratNovember 10, 2018
First time in my life, I got NOT SWEET french toasts.
Olga AlexeevaOctober 14, 2015
Great atmosphere and delicious food :)
skyleSeptember 15, 2011
French roasted peaches with vanilla bean and caramel are sublime!
Sheedeh RahimiJune 13, 2020
Take a chance on any menu item.
Anneke JongFebruary 5, 2011
you can sub out potatoes for fruit on the breakfast medley
Bill McLaneApril 7, 2013
The host here has no idea how to do his job. Tables sat empty and the line was 1 hr long, and we were told it would be 25 minutes. Not coming back here.
Seth BannonSeptember 15, 2012
Best brunch in Palo Alto.
Tanya ChouMarch 26, 2011
You have to try the blue monkey pancake
Mariianne CraryDecember 26, 2014
Brunch and soups
CA MoonJune 21, 2013
Today is the first day of the summer menu!
Monique ZiesenhenneAugust 9, 2011
Had one of the best cheeseburgers ever. Mmm. Read more
Ro JJanuary 21, 2012
Blue monkey pancakes are to die for!
Michael PachosOctober 13, 2012
Mofo on roller skates trending bar is cool
TristanAugust 14, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Get a codder (champagne + cranberry juice).
E MFebruary 27, 2010
Special banana chocolate pancakes were delicious.
Ryan SwindallDecember 15, 2011
Great steak !
Dave BakerJanuary 28, 2011
Sea scallops were amazazing!
Danny NguyenJune 11, 2011
Draw on the table!
Shaun CramptonJanuary 22, 2011
d'oh, I didn't know that broccoli rabe is supposed to be bitter!
Richard TsoFebruary 6, 2010
Get the St. Mike's omelette
Jay ZaveriFebruary 1, 2010
Brunch on Sunday!

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