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For two star Californian, try Half Day Cafe in Kentfield. You'll find this is one of the popular places to eat in the area. Know before you go: this place features outdoor dining.
3.0 of 5 stars.
Popped in for breakfast after a recommendation from a fellow yelper. Really nice spot in a quiet part of town. Sat outside as it was nice and warm. Server was friendly and attentive. Ordered Two Eggs,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had breakfast there for the first time today. I think we were pleasantly suprised by how good and fresh all the food was. Also suprising was the supplements you could add to your food for $0.50, like...
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
There must have been 200 runners all going in the same direction. I stepped aside to look down the trail but I never saw what was chasing them. So, then, I took the occasion of this disruption of my...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was really impressed with this place. I had the Tortilla Soup and the Blackened Burger, both of which were great. Additionally, I loved the large airy atmosphere and green patio I will definitely be...
yelp.com - user review - 08/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy blueberry scones - otherwise it's your typical American cafe/diner fare. A great place to stop by getting my weekly Botox injection.
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A couple weeks back, we decided to stop at Half Day Cafe for breakfast/brunch. Once we got in, we knew we would be waiting for a while- the place was packed! Granted, it was a Sunday, and were told...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm a fan of this place. Love to come here on the weekend with friends for a mimosa and some grub. Local Marin favorite for sure.
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Just got back from Sonoma County. This place still delivers. Remeber that you have to ask for the orange butter, or you'll just get the regular pat of butter. One thing that is a nice touch, the pat...
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great breakfasts, large portions, AND an outdoor seating area with trees and flowers make Half Day Cafe special on nice days. It's reasonably-priced, too. But, expect to wait a little bit on Saturdays...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i really wish i could make it here more often. this is a hidden little spot that is always filled with morning joggers, young couples with kids in strollers and all the Marin crowd enjoying Saturday...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
3 stars just for the food, because as far as breakfasts go they have everything you could want and it's pretty good. The coffee and service suck.
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is always packed when I walk in. We're always greeted with a smile and seated promptly, but after that we are usually ignored for a good 20 minutes. I understand it gets crazy and I try not...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The boyfriend and I had our first date here, and we followed it up by celebrating our anniversary here. Our waitress was perfect- funny, helpful, and anticipated our needs before even we knew them,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Don't get me wrong for giving three stars to this place. The food was great!, especially, the freshly made orange currant scones with orange butter... yuummm!! It was soo good! The place is pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I go out of my way to come here when I'm in the bay area. Their smoothies are healthy (but high-calorie) heaven. Creative and delicious omelets, perfect waffles and pancakes, delectable pastries....
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I cannot WAIT to get back to the bay area just so I can have the Kahlua french toast again! The last time I was here the weather was perfect, the wait was short, our server was attentive without being...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you don't mind waiting for at least 10 minutes for table (that is unless you are a party of two and can squeeze ahead of the 3 parties), then this place is worth the wait. Especially on a nice...
yelp.com - user review - 11/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The wait on a Sunday morning wasn't too bad, though parking was a bit tricky. The food was good. The pancakes gi-normous. My scamble was tasty. The tables are a bit scrunched together too much,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hands down the BEST biscuits ever. I like mine warm, fluffy and buttery so the jelly melts into them. They serve them with home made orange butter. OMG. You will never have them any other way...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
TRY THE CHAI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!I'm not kidding. That is the best damn chai you will ever have. Everything else is good too, but you're gonna want that chai.
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place! It's the perfect place on a hot day because they have an amazing outside patio area.I would agree that my only complaint is that I often times get crazy looks from the people that...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Can't believe this place is just down the street from my office! I've been working in Marin now for the last 6 years and had not yet "discovered" this cafe until now. I had the goat cheese salad and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/20/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
When we're in the mood for an other-worldly breakfast experience, we cross the bridge over to Marin and head down to Half Day Cafe. Think greasy spoon for the well-heeled. It's always fun...
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I used to be a big fan of this place, but the last few times I've been there have been disappointing. The food, other than breakfast, is not as god as it once was. I would opt for Table Cafe before...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
They spend all their time hawking the parking lot to make sure non customers don't use it. The parking lot is HUGE and in eve when other stores closed (Half Day Caf, and the Bookstore) there is no...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Nice place to come out to for breakfast (was treat coming out from the City to meet with friends before a nice hike to the top of Mouth Baldy). My three friends are vegetarians (well, 1 Vegan) and...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Nice breakfast spot.I dig their huevos. Coffee is good. Decent menu selection.The great pastry/scones offered as a bread option with your breakfast is a nice plus. :-)
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Breakfast is excellent at this place. The service is pretty good, and that's a plus because every time I've been here it's been crowded. I like the vibe inside, although after you've spent awhile...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I don't live in the bay area anymore, but this is one of those places that I dream about. Any chance I get to visit SF or Marin, I always try to make a stop here.How can you go wrong? The place...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love this place. Inside has big windows & great light - outside has a darling patio for outdoor seating. Wait staff is friendly & accommodating & most importantly the food is amazing! I'm partial to...
yelp.com - user review - 02/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love the food, friendly servers, big tall ceilings and excellent people-watching. There are delicious pancakes and pastries to go carb-crazy on, or you can order some fresh & tasty healthy breakfasts...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2008
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Got boys? Mine are loud and have trouble sitting through a meal, like most of the little ones out there I'm sure. Half Day Cafe is a great place to get a good meal in a "garden barn" setting that is not only...
lilaguide.com - user review - 12/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My favorite casual breakfast/brunch location in Marin. Good food and large portions. Outdoor seating is nice but there are bees. Great place to take visiting family and I've had business meetings...
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Average foo foo breakfast/lunch place - meaning its definately better breakfast than your typical denny's or i-hop. But the price range on the menu justifies it, so that cancels out the credit i give...
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Not half bad.Food was okay: nice brunchy selection, fairly generous portions, flavors good but nothing (so far) has been truly noteworthy. Service, parking and (yuck) bathroom situation half room for...
yelp.com - user review - 11/15/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hubby and I have been to the Half Day cafe several times now and we're in love with it. Service is usually very friendly and prompt even when they're slammed. We have yet to sit outside, so we...
yelp.com - user review - 11/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend has wanted to take me to this place for the last week since he enjoys it. I honestly didn't expect too much, but I was pleasantly surprised. We got there at 12ish and waited 15 minutes...
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's the half-day but ALL-purpose brunch cafe! Looking for a romantic brunch with your honey at a place where you can gaze into each other eyes as the birds tweet in the trees overhead? (Get a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Any place that serves up cinnamon rolls with my scramble gets my vote.Great setting and even better food. I agree with the other reviewers that their service could be a bit better...hence only 4...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy. This is my favorite brunch place in the Bay Area. And the place is so light, airy and beautiful. Look for the Gumby and Pinto on top of the beam ... the Olsen kids (owner) put them there when...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I hadn't eaten here in a loooooong time. My husband and I wanted to go to breakfast this weekend and wanted something different from Willie's Cafe, where we normally go.We went around 9:30 in the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've had brunch here a number of times. They make an awesome breakfast. Everything comes just perfect. Really good eggs benedict. Percect bacon. Amazing omelettes. They offer delicious homemade...
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2007
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Mickey Mouse pancakes served fast and with a welcoming smile... not cheap, but food is plentiful... while we waited for our food the waitress kept coming over to see if we needed anything... plenty of...
lilaguide.com - user review - 02/08/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Good spot for breakfast; families and children make up the scene. Service can be spotty, and the food is mostly above average, but the main reason to eat here is that there are not many other solid...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
FUNEMNX? S, VFMNX. OK, MNX. This is the riddle on the t-shirts of all the staff at the Half-Day Cafe in Kentfield, CA. I'll give you a hint, it has to do with Ham and Eggs. Maybe that doesn't have...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Should be 3.5 stars, but had to round up for the restaraunt. Good location, very busy, but staff is friendly and attentive. Just split a sandwhich, but the food was great and arrived quickly. Looked...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Overall, everything was OK. We knew we were in for a long wait-to be expected on a Sunday during the brunch hours. We were seated a nice little table towards the back. Menus were handed out and orders...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Best place for brunch in the Bay Area. The Benedicts are worth the drive from SF for brunch.
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
You know those Sunday mornings when you wake up a little later than usual? Or maybe you've lounged around a little thinking you should go for a run, but pancakes, bacon and a cup a joe sound so much...
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Located across the street from College of Marin in Kentfield. This is the BEST place in Marin county for breakfast. And the crowds on week-ends prove it. No reservations, and you will wait up to an...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2006
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A great spot for a nice lunch outdoors. The warm goat cheese salad is scrumptious. It's an open, airy space - quite pleasant!
citysearch.com - user review - 07/18/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place really is only open half the day.. they close at 2:30pm every day. So they get a star for having an accurate name. Good for breakfast, usually crowded on weekends. They make great...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2006
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S, VFMNX. OK, MNX.This is the riddle on the t-shirts of all the staff at the Half-Day Cafe in Kentfield, CA. I'll give you a hint, it has to do with Ham and Eggs. Maybe that doesn't have anythin...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/15/2005
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A perfect place to take the little ones after a nice walk.
lilaguide.com - user review - 05/30/2005
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Very kid-friendly, love the food, very cheerful and sunny atmosphere. Great lattes. Not cheap, but food is plentiful, fresh and delicious, and HEALTHY for kids! Great meeting spot!
lilaguide.com - user review - 03/10/2005
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very solid and very good breakfast/lunch/brunch restaurant...
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the garage origins of this popular spot are not readily apparent in this barn of an eatery with large windows and classy open-beamed ceiling. it is casual, but in an upscale way, and full of locals from...
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