Julienne

Julienne is a charming San Marino café and bakery that welcomes families with its relaxed atmosphere and crowd-pleasing menu. Parents appreciate the quality New American and French-inspired dishes while kids delight in the fresh pastries and approachable breakfast and lunch options that cater to even picky eaters.

• ✓Beautiful bakery display case with pastries, cookies, and treats that kids love to look at and choose from
• ✓Relaxed counter-service format that removes pressure of formal table service with children
• ✓Outdoor patio seating provides space for families and stroller access
• ✓Fresh-baked bread and pastries made on-site daily
• ✓Kid-friendly breakfast options like pancakes, French toast, and scrambled eggs

1. 1.Arrive early for weekend brunch (before 9am) to avoid the San Marino crowd and snag one of the patio tables perfect for families with wiggly kids
2. 2.Let kids pick a pastry from the bakery case as a reward for good behavior during the meal,the colorful macarons and cookies are especially popular
3. 3.Street parking on Mission Street can be tricky during peak hours; consider the nearby municipal lot or arrive during off-peak times
4. 4.The lunch menu has great sandwich options that are easy to split with younger kids who won't finish a full portion
5. 5.Order at the counter, so there's no pressure to keep kids seated while waiting for a server,you can grab your table after ordering

Weekday mid-mornings (9:30-11am) or early lunches (11:30am-12:30pm) offer the calmest experience. Weekend mornings get busy with the brunch crowd, though the patio seating makes waits more manageable for families.

Moderate pricing ($$) with most breakfast and lunch items in the $12-18 range. Street parking available but limited; plan extra time for parking during busy periods. Counter-service style means less formality and more flexibility with active kids.

The patio is especially pleasant during spring and fall months with mild San Marino weather. Summer mornings are ideal before it gets too warm. Holiday bakery offerings around Thanksgiving and Christmas are spectacular and worth pre-ordering for special treats.