Morning Lobby
5011 Almaden Expy, San Jose, CA
Crema's Take
“Morning Lobby is a charming San Jose brunch destination that nails the relaxed, Instagram-worthy café vibe with cozy couch seating, plenty of indoor-outdoor space, and genuinely excellent breakfast sandwiches with perfectly crispy-yet-soft bread. The espresso program pairs beautifully with their pastries and light fare, making it an ideal spot for lingering over coffee whether you're meeting friends or settling in with your laptop. Fair warning: the experience and aesthetic come at a premium price, but weekend crowds suggest plenty of locals think it's worth it.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
I had a great brunch experience at Morning Lobby! The interior is incredibly cute, and there is plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors, which makes for a really pleasant atmosphere. The Food: • Scrambled Egg Toast: This was the highlight! The eggs were incredibly soft and…
If you’re looking for a place that’s a nice little local cafe this is the spot for you. However keep in mind the pricing is a bit high for what you’re getting. An avocado toast and chicken wrap with two drinks cost $42. The service was good and the food was great! The ambiance…
Very nice spot for breakfast or brunch with a spacious patio, both covered and uncovered. The couch seating with coffee tables is great for chatting over coffee and gives the place a cute vibe, though it’s not practical for eating. The coffee drinks are phenomenal, and I love…
This place is my new go-to brunch spot! I definitely understand the hype and why they have a long line during the weekends. I’ve been here both during the week and weekend for brunch and this cafe has never missed; the birria breakfast burrito is so flavorful and delicious, and…
Update 10/24/25: Tried the classic egg and cheese breakfast sandwich with avocado this morning for the first time. Yum! That bread so crispy and soft at the same time and tastes like a croissant and the eggs were cooked perfectly. Will definitely order this again 😁 Morning…
Crema Reviews
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