Oh, how sweet it was to enjoy breakfast at this beautiful little cafe whose name holds a special place in my heart. From the moment we walked in I just knew I would like this place. That and all the great Yelp reviews.
Front entrance to The Hummingbird
My only regret: not talking to the owner more about her cafe. Sonny and I had sat in traffic for almost an hour (someone hit a utility pole causing a major traffic jam) and so by the time we got there we were both hungry and cranky. It was time to eat! Oh well, this just means I will have to go back to enjoy the food again and chat up the owner. So here we go, our breakfast in pictures. Enjoy.
I had read reviews about the beignets and so they were a must try. Let me just say, they were perfect. Served warm with tons of powdered sugar on top it was like eating a sweet cloud of light, doughy perfection. I couldn't get my camera out fast enough before Sonny had already taken a bite!
As we sat waiting for our entrees, I noticed several signs in the
restaurant that made me fall in love with this place even more!
And then came the entrees...but first, check out these hot sauces. The "Slap Ya Mama" one made me laugh and then later, made me cry with its spiciness.
Da da da dum, drum roll please because this is a picture of the best corned beef hash and eggs I have ever had! On the menu it is listed as being homemade and you can tell its definitely not out of a can. The meat was tender, but had a crispy outside from frying it up with the potatoes...
oh man, I'm getting hungry just writing about it!
Sonny ordered the eggs benedict with oysters, yes that's right, oysters, and when he asked about it we were told it was the most decadent dish on the menu. Turns out it was. The oysters were lightly fried to perfection, the eggs were perfectly poached, and the hollandaise was nice and buttery.
Mmm mmm...wow!
If you're ever in the bay area and are looking for a good breakfast spot, I highly recommend making the drive out to The Hummingbird. Check out their website here: The Hummingbird. I know I will definitely be returning to try the other items on the menu that sounded just as delicious as what we ordered.
