Breakfast

Order the best Breakfast near Mill Valley, CA

Best Breakfast Restaurants Nearby in Mill Valley

Burger King

Burger King

4.3
(8k+)
• Burgers • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 6.7 mi • 29 min
"The Diet Coke was so fresh and only complaint was that the whoper jr was a little small but the chicken fries were he best part Ihighly recomend Burger Kingto anyone thats hungry 100x better than mcdonalds "
"Whopper was soo good. Fresh, great size and will definitely be ordering again. Chicken tenders were just as good as I remember."
Whopper Meal
America's Favorite Burger*, The Whopper Sandwich is a ¼ lb** of flame-grilled beef with juicy tomatoes, crisp lettuce, creamy mayonnaise, ketchup, crunchy pickles, and sliced white onions on a toasted sesame seed bun. **Weight based on pre-cooked patty. *Based on May 2023 nationwide survey of 4,014 adults 18 or older.
$18.45
Original Chicken Sandwich
Lightly breaded chicken topped with crisp lettuce and creamy mayonnaise on a sesame seed bun.
$8.42
Whopper
America's Favorite Burger*, The Whopper Sandwich is a ¼ lb** of flame-grilled beef with juicy tomatoes, crisp lettuce, creamy mayonnaise, ketchup, crunchy pickles, and sliced white onions on a toasted sesame seed bun. **Weight based on pre-cooked patty. *Based on May 2023 nationwide survey of 4,014 adults 18 or older.
$10.84
Double Cheeseburger
Two flame-grilled patties. 1/4 lb* of 100% beef. All topped with 2 slices of melted American cheese, crunchy pickles, yellow mustard, and ketchup on a toasted sesame seed bun. *Weight based on pre-cooked patty.
$5.32
Le Marais Bakery

Le Marais Bakery

4.7
(900+)
• French • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"The French Toast with Fruit and Nutella was superb!! Thick, fluffy French toast and deliciously sweet chunks of oranges, sliced pear, and blueberries. Delicious! Sharable size for (2). Paired it with a chai oatmilk latte - fabulous!! This is a must have if you're looking for a good-morning-pick-me-up!"
"The Spicy Crab benedict Definitely has a kick to it ! The Side of Fruit had l had lots of different fruits; banana, apples, blueberries. Very Delicious! Very generous portio portions . Enough for 2 people."
Chocolat Croissant
Two sunny side up eggs with bacon, gruyere, and onion jam on croissant rolls. Served with seasonal side salad.
$5.36
Latte
Two sunny side up eggs with avocado and crème fraîche on croissant rolls. Served with seasonal side salad.
$5.87
Bacon Gruyère Croissant Egg Toast
Egg, ham, and gruyère, arugula, and harissa on a croissant.
$15.7
Avocado Croissant Egg Toast
Organic chicken, napa cabbage, romaine, cashew, daikon radish, snow pea, sunflower sprout, wonton, crispy rice noddle, asian dressing (hoisin plum vinaigrette)
$15.56
IHOP

IHOP

4.5
(2k+)
• Chicken • Milk Shakes
$0 delivery fee
Farther away (+$1.99 fee)
"Crispy Fish & Fries Platter & Colorado Omelette was delicious tonight, delivery was timely which we appreciated. If you want something filling & flavourful, choose the omelette but if you want quick smaller sized dinner, fish and chips is BEST! Deliciously scrumptious"
"IHOP makes the best Quick 2-Egg Breakfast in America. And this particular IHOP always makes and creates fantastic food and this is no different."
Hickory-Smoked Bacon Strips
Gluten-friendly
$5.46
Pork Sausage Links
Gluten-friendly
$5.31
Breakfast Sampler
Two eggs* your way, 2 custom cured hickory-smoked bacon strips, 2 pork sausage links, 2 thick-cut pieces of ham, golden hash browns & 2 fluffy buttermilk pancakes.
$25.18
Split Decision Breakfast
2 eggs*, 2 bacon strips, 2 pork sausage links, 2 buttermilk pancakes & 1 slice of our new Thick ‘N Fluffy French Toast.
$20.82
Sunny & Fine's Breakfast Burritos

Sunny & Fine's Breakfast Burritos

4.4
(100+)
• Tex-Mex • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee
"A simple, solid, and tasty breakfast burrito. This was our first time trying this place, and we will definitely be ordering from here again."
"We tried these for the first time and they were really good! The potatoes were flavorful, the bacon (chopped) was crispy, the eggs were fresh and the tortilla was delicious. I added grilled onions and my guy added jalepenos and salsa—yum. Portion is solid. The $21/ea cost felt a little steep so these will be a "treat", but were quite filling."
Bacon Breakfast Burrito
Two scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, breakfast potatoes, and melted cheese wrapped in a fresh flour tortilla.
$19.35
Build Your Own Burrito
Two scrambled eggs with your choice of meat and/or other toppings wrapped in a fresh tortilla.
$20.13
Sausage Breakfast Burrito
Two scrambled eggs, sausage, breakfast potatoes, and melted cheese wrapped in a fresh flour tortilla.
$19.59
Spicy Breakfast Burrito
Two scrambled eggs, jalapenos, breakfast potatoes, hot sauce, and melted cheese wrapped in a fresh flour tortilla.
$18.88
Starbucks

Starbucks

4.6
(500+)
• Coffee • Cafe
$0 delivery fee
Caffè Latte
Our dark, rich espresso balanced with steamed milk and a light layer of foam. A perfect milk-forward warm-up.
$6.86
Egg White & Roasted Red Pepper Egg Bites
Get 12g of protein with cage-free egg whites combined with Monterey Jack cheese, spinach and fire-roasted red peppers and cooked using the French sous vide technique to create a velvety texture that's full of flavor.
$6.8
Double-Smoked Bacon, Cheddar & Egg Sandwich
Start your day with 21g of protein. This premium sandwich has bacon smoked for six hours over hickory wood chips, stacked with a cage-free fried egg, topped with a melted slice of sharp Cheddar cheese - all on our signature croissant bun.
$7.8
Sausage, Cheddar & Egg Sandwich
A classic breakfast sandwich with 18g of protein - savory sausage patty, fluffy cage-free eggs and aged Cheddar cheese on a perfectly toasted English muffin.
$6.5
Equator Coffees

Equator Coffees

4.8
(900+)
• American • Coffee Shop
$0 delivery fee
"This B.L.A.T.* continues to be a GREAT sandwich, everything is so fresh and perfectly prepared! "
"Frittata breakfast sandwich was great, the Almond Croissant Exceptional! The gourmet teas were a disappoint, particulary the white peony. Overall, I'll be coming back again and again."
Breakfast Frittata Sandwich
Veggie frittata with avocado, cheese, & spicy mayo
$13.62
Latte
2 shots espresso with steamed milk
$7.13
Iced Matcha Latte
matcha green tea, milk & housemade vanilla syrup over ice
$8.07
Iced Vanilla Latte
2 shots espresso, vanilla syrup, & milk over ice
$8.13
Anchorage 5 Restaurant

Anchorage 5 Restaurant

4.6
(600+)
• American • Omelets
$0 delivery fee
"The best! Delicious food cooked to any way you want-crispy bacon, fluffy pancakes. The salmon special is excellent, all served quickly! "
"Anchorage 5 is THE BEST. Their Mexican food rocks -- try their homemade salsa and the Huevos Montana! Been eating Sunday brunch here for years, and I've never been disappointed! "
Two Eggs
With bacon, ham, link sausage, hamburger patty., italian sausage, spicy cajun sausage or chicken apple sausage for additional charge.
$18.52
Buttermilk Pancakes
Eggs, chorizo, cheese topped with guacamole, salsa and sour cream.
$14.09
Corned Beef Hash
Half order (two slices) or full order (three slices)
$21.95
Breakfast Quesadilla
Halved English muffin, ham, two poached eggs, topped with our homemade special hollandaise sauce, served with hash browns or cottage potatoes.
$18.96
Rustic Bakery

Rustic Bakery

4.7
(6k+)
• American • Cafe
$0 delivery fee
"Delicious Asian Chicken Salad, the peanut glaze was amazing, and the portion is perfect. I added some shredded chicken on the side but trust me its not necessary. The Iced Tea 16 oz. didnt have ice in it, but it was ok."
"The food was good, esp the Pumpkin and Pear Soup. The bread the Avocado Toast was served on was also nice, light and fresh. However, the avo toast needed seasoning (at least salt and pepper) and the soup was quite tiny for the price."
Breakfast Burrito
Whole wheat tortilla, scrambled eggs, chopped bacon, cheddar cheese, green onions and served salsa
$14.65
Asian Chicken Salad
Sliced Romaine, savoy cabbage with mint, cilantro, scallions, roast chicken, sesame seeds, ground peanuts, served with a peanut dressing.
$18.57
Caesar Salad
Mix of chopped Romaine and Lacinato Kale, grated Parmesan cheese, toasted pine nuts, capers, house-made croutons, and our lemon-anchovy dressing.
$17.46
Breakfast Panini
Organic scrambled eggs, lightly smoked journeyman ham, Gruyere and Provolone Cheese and grilled on pain de mie roll
$13.41
Theresa and Johnny's Cafe

Theresa and Johnny's Cafe

4.5
(800+)
• Cafe • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee
Farther away (+$1.99 fee)
"I had the first half of the Giant Breakfast Burrito for breakfast and finished the second half for dinner. It's pretty big and it was delicious. I Love how everything was chopped and mixed well and so tasty. I found my new Go To. I am excited to be trying more off the menu."
"Not my favorite unfortunately. While the cost and portion sizes were great. The quality of the food was lacking. We ordered two omelette and the Chorizo Hash, but the eggs were too dry and food tasted very bland in general."
Giant Breakfast Burrito
Giant flour tortilla loaded with three scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, pepper jack, cheddar and hash browns all topped with pico de gallo and sour cream.
$15.49
Crispy French Toast
A refreshing glass of freshly squeezed orange juice, rich in natural flavor and nutrients from ripe oranges.
$13.89
Fresh Squeezed Orange Juice
Homemade Corned Beef Hash Stacked up with Hash Browns, Grilled Tomatoes and Eggs your way Topped with Zesty Hollandaise* Sauce Served with your choice of Toast.
$5.77
Irish Hi-Rise
Flaky croissant with bacon, tomato, poached eggs, and lemony hollandaise sauce. Choice of home fries, hash browns, or tater tots.
$16.85
Sunrise Donuts

Sunrise Donuts

4.7
(600+)
• Chinese • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee
Farther away (+$1.99 fee)
"These donuts are excellent. Soft, not too sweet, just the right amount of glaze. The old fashioned donuts are also just the right texture. Reminds me of NYC donuts. "
"Awesome little donut shop. I always get the Cake Donut. The dough is crisp on the outside and so soft on the inside. So delicious! I also get the Ice Coffee which has a tasty hazelnut flavor to it. It also contains boba pearls which I love. My favorite donut shop in town!"
Donut Holes
Only includes raised, cakes and old fashion. Customers may request specific donuts but items out of stock will be substituted for a similar item.
$3.12
Mixed Dozen Donuts
English Muffin Sandwich already includes egg, ham and Swiss cheese.
$23.02
Breakfast Croissant Sandwich
Includes ham, egg and cream cheese/ swiss cheese.
$8.23
Bar & Fill Donut
Your choice of bagel. The Bagel Sandwich already includes ham, egg and cream cheese/or swiss cheese.
$3.37
Vitality Bowls

Vitality Bowls

4.7
(2k+)
• American • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"So delicious! So fresh! Makes me feel so good! I enjoy and appreciate every bite of my bowls! Nothing can replace the delicious, quality nutrition delivered in these bowls. They are made with care. Tastes like dessert! Thank you, Vitality Bowls!"
"The Acai bawl I got must be the worst bawl I have ever had. A few spoons of granola, 5 blueberries and a banana sprinkled on the top of the most tasteless acai. Basically nothing what was depicted in the picture "
Vitality Bowl
BASE: Organic Açaí, Strawberries, Banana, VB Superfood Blend; TOPPINGS: Organic Gluten-Free Granola, Bananas, Strawberries, Organic Goji Berries, Honey.ALLERGEN(S): None
$17.78
Power Panini
Chicken or Avocado, Mozzarella, Roasted Tomatoes, Super Greens, Pesto, Dijon on a Telera Roll. (Sub Steak $1). ALLERGEN(S): Eggs-Gluten Free Bread, Milk-Pesto, Mozz Cheese, Gluten Free Bread, Sesame-Multi Grain Bread, Wheat-Telera Bread, Multi Grain Bread.
$11.52
Nutty Bowl
BASE: Organic Açaí, Banana, Strawberries, VB Blend, Peanut Butter: TOPPINGS: Organic Gluten-Free Granola, Banana, Almonds, Honey. ALLERGEN(S): Peanuts-Peanut Butter, Tree Nuts-Almonds
$18.42
CREATE YOUR OWN BOWL ITEM
Create Your Own Bowl -Includes Organic Gluten-Free Granola & Honey plus 3 additional toppings of your choice. If honey or granola are removed, they may be substituted with other toppings but will not be included in the bowl. Bases cannot be modified. ALLERGEN(S): See Full Allergen Guideline for Allergen(s)
$18.42
High Tech Burrito

High Tech Burrito

4.6
(10k+)
• Mexican • Burritos
$0 delivery fee
20% off on $40+
"Super Burrito or Bowl I had the bowl, and it was a good amount of food, very fresh taste, delicious. Delivered to my room at Extended Stay America. I would order again if in the area."
"Blackened Fish Taco was tasty but an incredibly small sliver of fish. I would not order this again as it's much too expensive for the portion size that doesn't look anything like the photo. "
Regular Burrito or Bowl
Choice of filling, pinto beans, Spanish rice, cheese, sour cream, pico de gallo and mild salsa
$15.92
Super Burrito or Bowl
Choose two fillings, flour tortilla, pinto beans, Spanish rice, guacamole, cheese, sour cream, pico de gallo, mild salsa
$18.39
Itty Bitty Beanie
Pinto beans and cheese.
$6.32
Bean & Cheese
Black or pinto beans, Spanish rice, and triple cheese.
$13.33
Peet's Coffee

Peet's Coffee

4.8
(1k+)
• Coffee • Dessert
$0 delivery fee
"This was one of the best lattes they have ever made! Perfect combo of flavors - thank you!"
"My go to order is always perfecto: Large extra hot Latte with Ripple milk (extra shot). Staff go the extra mile with their friendly nature and service."
Caffe Latte
This coffee house favorite adds silky steamed milk to shots of rich espresso, finished with a layer of foam.
$7.16
Bacon Cheddar Brioche
Smoky bacon, aged cheddar and homestyle egg on a buttery brioche bun.
$5.96
Iced Caffe Latte
Cold milk and freshly pulled espresso create this delicious symphony, poured over ice and fresh foam.
$7.06
Egg White, Tomato & Feta Frittata
Egg whites whipped with nonfat yogurt, a touch of cream and cheese, and chunks of roasted tomatoes and kale. Made without wheat.
$6.1
Moonlight Deli

Moonlight Deli

4.5
(100+)
• American • Deli
$0 delivery fee
Farther away (+$1.99 fee)
20% off on $15+
"Flavor is good but there was hardly any meat on my sandwich. For the price I feel that it should've had more meat. Felt more like a veggie sando. Bummer cause I want to support our local businesses."
"Don't bother ordering, they are very stingy with the meat, tomatoes and onions. I asked for avocado and cheese and didn't get it, but I was charged for it. It lacked taste."
Fireman
Experience a flavor explosion with our 'fireman' sandwich. Enjoy a dynamic blend of Turkey, salami, bacon, pepper Jack cheese, avocado, mayo, mustard, onions, crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, pickles, pepperoncini, and jalapeño, all nestled in Dutch crunch bread. Order now for a bold and satisfying sandwich adventure! Contains the following: turkey, salami, bacon, pepper jack cheese, avocado, mayo, mustard, onion, lettuce, tomato, pickles, pepperoncini, jalapeño, and Dutch crunch bread.
$21.61
Turkey
Delight in a taste of tradition with our 'turkey' sandwich. Savor the rich flavors of smoked turkey, paired with mayo, mustard, onions, crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and pickles. Order now for a satisfying sandwich experience! Contains the following: smoked turkey, mayo, mustard, onion, lettuce, tomato, and pickles.
$17.32
Turkey & Bacon
Delight in perfection with our 'turkey bacon' sandwich. Indulge in succulent turkey and crispy bacon, harmonized with mayo, mustard, onions, crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and pickles. Order now for a delectable sandwich experience! Contains the following: turkey, bacon, mayo, mustard, onion, lettuce, tomato, and pickles.
$17.39
Reuben
Experience The Iconic 'reuben' sandwich. Indulge in flavorful corned beef nestled between rye bread, complemented by mayo, mustard, tangy sauerkraut, creamy thousand Island dressing, swiss cheese, and onion. Order now for a classic and satisfying sandwich delight! Contains the following: corned beef, rye bread, mayo, mustard, onion, sauerkraut, thousand island dressing, and Swiss cheese.
$19.07
El Rincon Del Palmar

El Rincon Del Palmar

4.5
(900+)
• Mexican • Burritos
$0 delivery fee
Farther away (+$1.99 fee)
"This was great. 10/10. Wonderful and filling after a long day at work. Birria tacos are yummy. "
"Would not recommend the Orden de Quesabirrias. The consume was good but the tacos themselves had a burnt and nutty taste to them like they were cooked in pea butter. It was really stange. They gave ample chips and salsa though. "
Super Burrito
A flour tortilla filled with your choice of meat, rice, lettuce, pinto beans, cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and pico de gallo.
$15.23
1 Taco
1 taco with your choice of meat. Topped with cilantro and onions.
$3.76
Agua Frescas
Home-made natural waters does not come with ice.
$3.59
Orden Gorditas
2 handmade corn gorditas filled with refried beans, lettuce, cotija cheese, and your choice of meat.
$13.5
The Cheesecake Factory

The Cheesecake Factory

4.3
(23k+)
• Salads • Dessert
$0 delivery fee
"Caicos E Pepe Pasta with Chicken so good- lot of chicken and very peppery! Adams PB cheesecake I get once per year-pricey but worth it for a splurge! Asparagus was a nice side and the egg roll sampler was yummy-delicious sauces!"
"Everything came hot packaged well . My wife loved the chicken salad flavorful oversize hard to finish and my salmon teriyaki bowl delicious. Got extra broccoli put it on top with brown rice will order again. "
Soft Drink
Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Coca-Cola® Zero Sugar, Barq's Root Beer, Sprite and Dr. Pepper
$3.95
Factory Create an Omelette
Select Any Four of the Following: Bacon, Ham, Cheddar, Jack, Swiss, Fontina, Avocado, Roasted Peppers, Fresh Mushrooms, Asparagus, Spinach, Bell Peppers, Fresh Tomato, Red Onions or Green Onions
$19.95
The Club
Freshly Roasted Turkey Breast, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato and Mayonnaise on White Toast
$22.63
Strawberry Lemonade
A Louisiana Classic, Blackened with Creole Sauce, Mashed Potatoes and Buttered Corn
$5.5
Cereal Bar

Cereal Bar

4.7
(100+)
• American • Creperies
$0 delivery fee
Farther away (+$1.99 fee)
"If you're looking for a sweet treat, look no further. Their crepes are delicious and their shakes are amazing. Will totally be a repeat customer."
"My son loved the crepe! Shake was good too."
Strawberry Banana Nutella
Oreo Cookie, strawberry, Nutella & Whipped Cream
$12.67
Strawberry Nutella
Please select the topping you would like to have on the crepe. If you don’t select anything, you will get a plain crepe
$12.37
Oreo Strawberry (Served Cold)
Vanilla ice cream, Oreo cereal and Oreo cookies.
$15.13
Create Your Own Crepe
Egg, ham, cheddar cheese.
$13.18
La Esperanza Pupuseria & Dinner

La Esperanza Pupuseria & Dinner

4.6
(1k+)
• Casual Dining • Salvadorian
$0 delivery fee
Farther away (+$1.99 fee)
"Two words, phenomenal. Never eaten food quicker in my life, ate one of the Pupusas de Maiz's in a single bite!!! MMM!!! Go eat here if you LOVE real and authentic El Salvadorian foods. If you just wanna stuff yourself or you straight up wanna get stuffed, take a trip down and have a bite or two... or three... or four... or five... "
"No lo recomiendo, 20 dólares por un bistec encebollado que solo traía 2 pedacitos y media cup de arroz y el tamal de elote frito que no venía frito y la yuka dura. Además no venía ni tenedores ni servilletas. "
Pupusas de Maiz
Crea tu pupusa. / Create your pupusa.
$4.61
Pupusa de Arroz
Carne de res mechada, jamón, chorizo, vegetales o loroco, frijoles refritos o casamiento, plátano frito, queso fresco o crema agria salvadoreña. / Shredded beef meat, ham, chorizo, vegetables or loroco, refried beans or rice with beans, fried plantains, fresh cheese or salvadorian sour cream.
$5.73
Pastelitos de Pollo / Chicken Empanada
Disfrute de un clásico latino marinado en una combinación de especias, con deliciosos aros de cebolla salteados. / Enjoy a latin classic marinated in a combination of spices, with delicious sautéed onions rings.
$3.52
Horchata / Rice Drink
Tierno y jugoso filete de pollo a la parrilla sazonado con especias salvadoreñas. / Tender and juicy grilled chicken fillet, seasoned with Salvadoran spices.
$4.58
Bubbalas

Bubbalas

4.5
(100+)
• American • Deli
$0 delivery fee
Farther away (+$1.99 fee)
"Absolutely the best pastrami I have ever had! Pastrami Reuben Sando Bubbala's Brisket Sando great brisket, good sauce."
"Bagel with lox ok. Ordered extra cream cheese. Delivered about 1oz for $4. Scone good. Pastrami sandwich nothing like picture. Not enough meat."
Matzoh Ball Soup
Rich chicken broth with vegetables, pulled chicken and 2 light and fluffy matzoh balls. No sinkers
$13.48
Pastrami Reuben Sandwich
Harriet’s tender, juicy brisket with savory gravy and zesty horseradish sauce, served on a soft brioche bun. Comes with a pickle and your choice of potato salad or coleslaw
$24.44
Brisket Sandwich
Crispy pan-fried chicken schnitzel with roasted garlic aioli, pickled fennel, and pepperoncini slaw, all tucked into a brioche bun. Comes with a pickle and your choice of potato salad or coleslaw
$22.7
Chicken Schnitzel Sandwich
Slow-cooked corned beef on grilled rye, layered with mustard, Russian dressing, and tangy sauerkraut. Served with your choice of potato salad or coleslaw and a pickle
$18.92

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