Gillwoods Cafe
1313 Main St, St. Helena, CA
Crema's Take
“Gillwoods Cafe is a beloved St. Helena gathering spot where leisurely mornings stretch into extended people-watching sessions, whether you're claiming a quiet corner inside or soaking up the street-side energy outside. The kitchen shines with comforting brunch classics—their Huevos Rancheros with red sauce, fluffy French toast, and creative drinks like the Mexican Lollipop are standouts that keep regulars coming back—plus they nail vegetarian options with the same care they give their meat dishes. It's the kind of place where families, wine country visitors, and locals all feel equally at home lingering over coffee and conversation.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
We’ve dined for breakfast many times over the years. 1. Some reviews say the coffee is strong. Our experience was the coffee was good but not necessarily strong. 2. Service has always been fast & friendly. Our server was fun. 3. Gillwoods scramble was good with plenty of…
Such a lovely slice of St. Helena. The food was great, but what really shown was the friendly service and the great atmosphere. All the servers were incredibly friendly and they serve great drinks! Highly recommend it. I normally take more pics but got so wrapped up in the fun…
We sat outside, enjoyed the people watching. Food was delicious, that I think there wasn't any food left to go. Drinks were delicious. Def get the Mexican Lollipop 😍.
We totally enjoyed the food here. Great eggetarian options. Loved the Huevos Rancheros and hash browns. The inside room is great for a quieter ambiance.
First visit to Gillwood cafe, Christmas Eve brunch was delicious! The huevo rancheros with red sauce was incredible. Loved the beautiful Christmas touches around the restaurant!
We stopped by Gillwoods Cafe after visiting a nearby winery. The pesto basil chicken was the standout the pesto and basil flavor was fresh, the chicken was juicy, and the melted cheese made it even better. The A.B.L.T. had a classic, clean taste. I also saw pancakes and French…
Crema Reviews
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