Once upon a time I went here and had the best pecan banana pancakes ever. I have come back in the last couple of years and it’s just as good! This place has a very neighborhoody vibe. Service is great and attentive. This time I had the Spanish omelette and it was tasty. The fruit side is fresh and home fries were cooked perfectly. The people I was with ordered the French toast which looked amazing. Tons of fresh strawberries on top. I had an oat milk latte it hit. Go here please cuz it’s iconic SF.
Vegan Restaurant
Chloe's Cafe
· $$$$ · sanFrancisco · Strict-vegan verified
Fully vegan
Editor synopsis · 0 reviews
Diners overwhelmingly call out the signature dish as the must-order. The vibe reads as vegan restaurant — service is consistently described as warm and unhurried. Common gotcha: queues form at peak times — go early or late.
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Once upon a time I went here and had the best pecan banana pancakes ever. I have come back in the last couple of years and it’s just as good! This place has a very neighborhoody vibe. Service is great and attentive. This time I had the Spanish omelette and it was tasty. The fruit side is fresh and home fries were cooked perfectly. The people I was with ordered the French toast which looked amazing. Tons of fresh strawberries on top. I had an oat milk latte it hit. Go here please cuz it’s iconic SF.
Chloe’s Café is one of those rare San Francisco treasures that has managed to keep its heart and charm through the decades. I used to live catty-corner from the restaurant, and my weekend ritual was to peek out the window at the line before heading down — because yes, there’s always a line on weekends (and for good reason!). It’s a small, cozy spot with only a handful of tables inside, but after COVID they expanded to outdoor seating, which made it even more inviting. Still, expect a bit of a wait — the food is absolutely worth it. The menu is to die for, but the banana walnut pancakes deserve their own round of applause. Fluffy, perfectly caramelized, and subtly nutty — I’ve never had better pancakes anywhere, period. Add in friendly, efficient service and the charm of being right on the J line at Church and 26th, and it’s easy to see why Chloe’s has been a neighborhood favorite for so many years. If you’re looking for a classic SF breakfast spot with soul, this is it. 🥞☕
Chloe’s Café is one of those rare San Francisco treasures that has managed to keep its heart and charm through the decades. I used to live catty-corner from the restaurant, and my weekend ritual was to peek out the window at the line before heading down — because yes, there’s always a line on weekends (and for good reason!). It’s a small, cozy spot with only a handful of tables inside, but after COVID they expanded to outdoor seating, which made it even more inviting. Still, expect a bit of a wait — the food is absolutely worth it. The menu is to die for, but the banana walnut pancakes deserve their own round of applause. Fluffy, perfectly caramelized, and subtly nutty — I’ve never had better pancakes anywhere, period. Add in friendly, efficient service and the charm of being right on the J line at Church and 26th, and it’s easy to see why Chloe’s has been a neighborhood favorite for so many years. If you’re looking for a classic SF breakfast spot with soul, this is it. 🥞☕
What you notice first are the smiles. Everyone - the staff, the customers, their kids and even the pets - is relaxed and friendly. There is always a wait list, but it moves fast. The food... oh boy, it's good. I had a custom-made scramble with avocado and sausage with fruit...so perfectly balanced. My friend raved about her oatmeal pancakes with cinnamon butter. Overall, brunch at Chloe's is a wonderful experience.