“ Good breakfast, ample seating both inside and in the lovely backyard with heaters as needed. Service is great. Family and dog friendly!! I had the mixed berry pancakes with a scrambled egg and some bacon. That bacon was perfectly cooked. Crispy but not overly done. Egg had that nice buttery flavor with a perfect scramble. What's not to love?! ”

“ Best corn beef hash ever. Large juicy chunks of corn beef that are so tender. This is not the pasty dogfood version of corn beef hash. Wow. Really impressed. Wait here is not fun but the outdoor space with abundant heat lamps is worthwhile. Hate to say it, but of the 5-6 brunch spots in the wider area, this has to be our favorite. Coffee is solid. Pancakes are very fluffy with just the right amount of texture. Lots of daily specials that require you to google unfamiliar words. The scrambles were also excellent. Highly recommend the food, but not the wait. ”

“ An Albany institution that I just learned about. Seated within 10 minutes on a Friday morning, but seems like it would often be a longer wait. Sign in, wait for a host/ess to call your name and get seated, but your entire party must be there. Behind the log cabin front are indoor tables and a very pleasant outdoor area with mostly covered, spread out tables. I wanted French toast for breakfast and got their unique cinnamon currant version. It came with powdered sugar and strawberry slices on top, plus butter and syrup on the side, which you didn't need because it was already so sweet. It was good and the currants meshed well, but I'd like to try their sourdough version or some other things on the menu next time. Also, got a side of bacon that was good. Also also, the server was very nice. ”

“ This traditional diner had reviews that made it seem one of a kind, but overall, the food was mediocre. Flavors were good tho! The staff are very kind and welcoming, which is a plus. There are no real complaints about this place; however, I wouldn't recommend making more than a 10-minute trip for a meal here. ”

“ In the small town of Albany, Sam's Log Cabin is a favored brunch destination. Living within walking distance my entire life, I'm still embarrassed to say this is my first visit--and not my last! Most are familiar with the vintage log cabin exterior. Don't enter inside (only for take-out), instead put your name down for their outdoor patio seating. You're greeted with the smell of home-style cooking and friendly attentive service. Drinks and condiments are self-serve, and food comes out quickly. The Lake Trout and Eggs had my name on it; I opted for eggs over easy. The trout was mild and firm, I enjoyed the sweet and savory balance of the hash, and the eggs were well-cooked. My companion had the Daily Scramble which he liked. It was chorizo, broccolini, and mozzarella but specials rotate daily. We agreed our dishes were well seasoned and very filling. I'm a huge supporter of the sustainable, locally sourced, and organic ingredients used to make our meals. If you're looking for a home-style breakfast or lunch with unique charm, Sam's Log Cabin is a great spot in the East Bay. The restaurant is on San Pablo with street and neighborhood parking. With how close I live to it, it'll be on my brunch rotation! ”

“ Now for the best and final eatery of our Bay Area trip, Sam's Log Cabin in Albany @samslogcabin I have a feeling most Albanians walk here because it's walkable and the town is adorable. Make sure to swerve around the roaming wild turkeys as you walk, enjoy or add to the gratitude tree in a resident's yard, and pay the pet toll of a friendly, light caramel Tabby with very long legs. We sat inside to eat when visiting before the year 2020, back when we were young and ran/walked the @baytobreakers in costume with my sis Returning in 2024, we've discovered it's outside seating only, but so very pleasant in a relaxed and cozy backyard feel. There's a coffee and hot sauce bar for customers to use if they prefer. Our waitress turned on a heat lamp near us, just in case we needed it. Restrooms are inside. I passed by the famous scones on the way in. These live up to their hype. I'm in love. Usually a scone is too dry for me. These were moist and bursting with fresh blueberries and lemon. We ordered: - Lake Trout and Eggs x2 Lake Trout with Orange Flannel Hash, Eggs Any Style and Acme Toast - Grits And Eggs Organic Grits With Butter And Pecorino Romano Cheese, Two Eggs Any Style - ADD MEAT TO ANY BREAKFAST Chicken Apple Sausage - Yams n' Eggs Roasted Yams and Two Organic Eggs with Spicy Sriracha Butter and Arugula - Blueberry & Lemon Scone I'm going to be dreaming of the perfectly cooked Lake Trout and two poached eggs dish with that amazing hash and the thick @acmebreadberkeley Sourdough slice for many years to come. We need a return trip soon just for this brunch with my sister. ”

“ A wonderful peaceful patio where locals can bring dogs and kids to enjoy a sumptuous breakfast. Service is quick and attentive. I did not feel rushed and the wait was minimal before 9:00 am. The choices were all tempting. I chose the fried chicken sandwich which was light and crispy and not greasy. Lightly dressed with romaine and thin sliced onions on ciabatta bread. So good. The soup of the day was mushroom and barley. Again, freshly prepared and tasty. The egg scramble of the day was made with linguisa, cheddar, and fresh peas. It was generously served with potatoes and toast. It was balanced and flavorful. Because we could not resist, we ordered the lemon blueberry scone and the pear ginger scone. They were moist and flavorful. One of the best scones I have tasted. Easy to keep breaking off craggy pieces and snacking. A great setting for a fall breakfast. Heat lamps took the chill off the morning. A great place to just relax and enjoy an excellent breakfast. ”