Bella Bru Cafe

Thanks so much for the canker sores. I told you I had a real problem with walnuts but they were still on a very expensive pizza. I said to replace them with pecans «no problem»! I found a few pecans which made me feel safe to eat but then I realized there were walnuts too!

The staff is friendly. My fav is the French Toast with fresh strawberries. I craved it my whole pregnancy.

Never seek employment here… ever. Ok, this is like 10+ years ago. I got hired on here and it didn’t last more than a week. I was working behind the counter making drinks and brining food out to customers. The manager was rude I don’t even remember her name I believe she’s still there. One day they kept changing my schedule around in regaurds to the next day, I was supposed to there in the mornng then afternoon and it jumbled around from there. The last thing they told me was to show up at 8:00a.m. The manager ran outside before I even got to the door and said you don’t work today. Long story short I talked to them over the phone and they «couldn’t find me hours» it was a total crock of you know what. It’s kind of interesting how the help wanted sign remained up in the window weeks after I was gone. Oh I think the managers name was Jennifer, very poor attitude.

Came here for brunch with the girls! This place was popping the moment we walked in. At this café, you order in the register first, get your number and your food will be delivered to wherever you are. My friends both got the lox bagel so I wanted to be different and went for vegetable 3-​egg omelet. I wish I went for the bagel… LOL. The omelet was pretty plain and the potatoes were too mushy for my taste. I also ordered a mocha with soy but the guy misheard and gave me white chocolate mocha. I hate it because I personally hate white chocolate and the drink itself was not even sweet. It was in this awkward limbo of milk and coffee. On the other hands, my friends enjoyed their food because the bagel was really good! The order came as a deconstructed plate so you have to spread your cream cheese and assemble bagel, which is my preference since I get to control how much cream and capers go on my carb. Combination of cream cheese, capers, and smoked salmon was perfect. All the stars go to the lox bagel, good looking waiters, and rowdy but happy vibes throughout the room.

SAVED THE DAY.
The helped me out and made it so I got a small cut cake for a wedding when the other bakery bailed. The cake was delicious and the customer service was amazing.

I was not aware that this was a full service restaurant. I always thought it was a coffee, pastry, sandwich place. Went tonight for a birthday dinner and was very pleasantly surprised. The service was good… just a tad slow; food was delicious and I loved the atmosphere. Will definitely be back.

I came here on a Saturday morning. We got 3 breakfast burritos to go. Waited for a bit but they were crowded. Our food was good but I’m not sure the priced matched what we were given. It stated potatoes but all three didn’t have any so it was mostly egg and bacon so that was disappointing. Don’t think I’d come back for the food. The service was friendly just felt ripped off.

Came here for the first time today and oh my gosh, the bacon avocado omelette was delicious! I asked them to add diced tomatoes and viola! Got them PLUS a tasty cheese melted on top of them! The wait staff were extra friendly and helpful too, even when I’d ask for extra condiments. Cute inside restaurant and outside too! I recommend everyone give this place a try, regardless of the other reviews. :-)

So sad that this place has deteriorated so far. The noise, the crowds, the new employees with no training, the menu changes that don’t make sense. I am a regular and this used to be my go-​to place for breakfast.
Today there was MAJOR CONSTRUCTION going on in the restaurant during the breakfast/​brunch rush. Waiter delivered something to me that I didn’t order… and it was raw.
I had ordered eggs Benedict. What I got was wet, almost raw eggs on top of «focaccia» that had already fallen apart, 1 slice of bacon, and ½ of an unripe avocado. I was told they «didn’t have Canadian bacon,» although I regularly order this item.
Sorry, I am no longer a patron.

REVIEW FOR TAKE OUT ONLY.
I’m sad I have to write this review but the time has come. I live a few minutes from Bella Bru and have been going there several times a week for the last seven years. The struggle is real. We know every employee, they are nice, they know us, we are nice. But they just can’t get out order right. Ever. We have them read back the order every time, they can get that right but from there I can’t explain what happens. Today was a typical example:
Phone in order: breakfast bagel w cheese, breakfast bagel w cheese & bacon & breakfast burrito w chorizo.
We were charged for and given two burritos and one bagel. On top of getting the order wrong (even though the gal on the phone read it back to me perfect) this is what the burritos looked like on the inside, supposedly the same burrito. Inexplicable.

Good place for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Customer service is good.
Food is good too.
Recommend!

Pretty nice place if I’m in the area I’ll stop here for breakfast or lunch. Breakfast is pretty busy but we came at 1 for lunch and hardly anyone in here. I like this place but I wouldn’t drive out of the way for it. It’s a little pricey but I’ve never had a bad meal. Today I had their black bean and quinoa burger and my friend had their Bella bru club sandwich which looked very good. We also got a side order of fries. Everything was great– probably because we were some of the only people here and the staff wasn’t rushed.
I’ve had their portobello mushroom burger before and it was the best– i hope they bring it back later in the year again!
I can say, though, to not get any of their desserts– my friend got a slice of their raspberry lemon cake and it was a tiny slice and insanely dry and clearly was sitting there for days. Can’t believe they charged $ 6 for that. I would have had her return it if we didn’t get it to go. :-/

One if my favorite spots! Good food, and dog friendly!
Their omelets are always good, light and fluffy eggs with lots of goodies inside! I’ve never been disappointed here! And if you like desserts then look out, a very large assortment of cakes and desserts!
If you drink coffee then their Bella bru special is a must try! That coupled with an almond croissant. Oh la la.
I always go with my pup, Murphy and we sit outside. Very enjoyable.

Food is good… staff can’t handle a busy lunch crowd. Paid for two beers only got one. With the number of choices we have for lunch we will not return. Can’t believe someone would argue over a $ 5 beer.
Well lunch is done and after researching they brought my beer. I appreciate that they corrected the error.

First time here. Went and ordered bagels with cream cheese for a family reunion and yen helped me out. She was very nice and attentive. I was in a hurry and they were really busy. She was efficient and sweet. Thank you yen! I didnt give 5 stars cause i didnt get a chance to dine in and experience it fully which i plan to do in the near future!

Don’t Do It !!!
To say the service is bad … Is an understatement. I came in for brunch. Was seated immediately and then waited for 15 minutes before deciding to flag down a waitress to get some water. She said oh let me get «your» waitress. Another five minutes go by… She finally shows up. «Oh has no one got your drink order». Ummm nope. Ok let me get drinks started for you. Bloody Marry’s are $ 7.00 and mediocre at best. (Seriously I’m being nice here)
In the process of our 45 minute breakfast our server checked on us once. And this place isn’t even busy .
It’s too bad as this place has potential the outdoor seating is awesome. I do t think we will be back.
Maybe one day I’ll get my food and get to «yelp» about it! … Still waiting .
Wait !!! It’s here. But but my order is complete wrong … Yea never again !!!

Bella Bru used to be the spot to hang out. The demographic is now. shall we say… middle aged and spandex wearing cyclists who can apparently afford to pay 10 bucks for crap on a plate?
Maybe they just don’t need to try that hard because of their convenient location at the crossroads of upper middle class suburbia and the American River Bike Trail, but wow.
I paid 10 dollars for a large coffee, two eggs, a literal handful of unseasoned potatoes and (the saving grace) 3 slices of bacon. The eggs were supposed to be over medium and they were slimy. Inedible. I was still hungry when I left.
You have such great potential! Be better!

How many orders does it take to get a breakfast burrito with no meat? If you’re eating at Bella Bru, the answer is «more than 2». The actual answer is unknown, since I didn’t give them a third chance to force me into eating bacon. So, though I’ve only tried to eat there once, I will never be back. If you’ve never been, don’t bother.
If a kitchen is that incompetent, and service is that bad, why not avoid them and go somewhere reliably good. Ask yourself that question before giving these buffoons penny one.

A delicious healthy meal. A little expensive, but nothing extravagant. Well worth it, for the quality of food, the pleasant bourgeois atmosphere, and good service. This is the third or fourth time we have been, and we will definitely keep going back.
Also, I remembered to photograph the dinning room. Something I have been meaning to do everywhere we go, but have not. They are not very clear, but good enough that you can see what it looks like. I stitched the shots together into a panorama of the whole dining room. Their chairs leave a bit to be desired, for the large-​bottomed, as you can see. But I just sit in a booth. :)

Love this place. Amazing coffee, delicious food. What else is there to say? Friendly staff.
Chorizo breakfast burrito, bomb.
Mexican Mocha, yum.
Carmel Macchiato, so good.