Several in our party ate brunch at the University Cafe over a three day period while staying at the Sheraton Palo Alto a few blocks away. We liked the open, sunny ambience of the cafe. I liked the artwork on the walls. The breakfast selections were very good and the coffee was excellent. We found the service to be prompt... more

Best steak salad I've ever had! This little restaurant was just a quick bite to eat while traveling and will now become a regular spot for us whenever we are in the bay area. more

This is used to be a place where you met potential business partners and /or friends in a great atmosphere. Now everything about the place has changed (not the same management). The waiters are actually rude. Get this they have wiFi but if you want to use your laptop you have to go in the back near the kitchen. My... more

Ignore the comments about service because although I understand why they have been writen (not much service), it clearly states when you walk in that you as a customer need to go to the front desk and look at the menu and place your order all my yourself...there is only one waitress and she only brings you your food. It... more

Food is hit and miss more

A friend and I had lunch here, and the service was completely terrible. Our waiter was inattentive and didn't really seem to care. Not only did he get our order wrong, but the error was not fixed promptly nor was he apologetic about it. The food itself was mediocre at best, and I'm not that picky of an eater. We... more

This is a gr8 place to go and relax after a nice walk in the Palo Alto mountains. Love coming here for the ambiance and excellent breakfast. Though, I have to admit that the girl generally serving at the cashier seems up tight as if something is stuck....... more

University Cafe gets my award for worst meal of the last couple years, with much of it being largely inedible. My girlfriend's veggie omelet was overcooked to the point of being hard, chewy and brown. It also came with a side of potatoes that were flavorless and mushy. The tea had an off flavor. We both ordered a side of... more

nothing special. it's just on a convenient location - a quick java stop when taking a stroll on uni ave. more