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Universal Breakfast & Lunch - San Francisco

Restaurant Universal Breakfast & Lunch in San Francisco
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How do the guests rate it?
Universal Breakfast & Lunch at a glance
San Francisco Crocker-Amazon
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Price per Person $11–$20
mentioned by 11 of the guests
#30 out of 2403 places to eat in San Francisco
#11 Restaurant out of 254 in San Francisco
Excellent
9.1 out of 10
9.1
Food
9.4
Service
8.5
Ambience
9.3
Value
67

Reviews

94%

Satisfaction

Often praised
  • Friendly service
  • Great value
Frequently criticized

The restaurant Universal Breakfast & Lunch in San Francisco’s vibrant Crocker-Amazon neighborhood offers a casual dining experience perfect for any time of day. You can expect a welcoming atmosphere where you can enjoy a quick bite or a leisurely meal.

This spot is particularly known for its great coffee, making it an ideal destination to start your day or grab a midday pick-me-up. Whether you’re looking for breakfast, lunch, or even dinner, you’ll find comfortable seating and friendly service.

Overview: Introducting Universal Breakfast & Lunch

Universal Breakfast & Lunch consistently delivers on its morning offerings, with many guests praising the delicious food and generous portions. It’s a place where breakfast items and smoothies are frequently enjoyed, setting a positive tone for the day.

The experience is further enhanced by the attentive service and inviting atmosphere. Visitors often find it convenient, noting the ease of street parking nearby, which contributes to a smooth and pleasant visit.

Excellent
9.1 out of 10
67

Reviews

94%

Satisfaction

0

negative

4

neutral

63

positive

Overall, Universal Breakfast & Lunch earns an impressive 9.1 score, reflecting a highly positive dining experience. This is strongly supported by an excellent 94% customer satisfaction rate, indicating that nearly all patrons leave content.

These high marks are based on 67 customer observations, with a remarkable 63 positive remarks and no negative feedback. Digging deeper, the Service (9.4) stands out as particularly strong, with guests frequently commending the staff.

The Value (9.3) also receives high praise, suggesting generous portions for the price. The Food (9.1) maintains an excellent standard, while the Ambience (8.5) contributes positively to the overall pleasant setting.

What people like
  • Friendly, kind service
  • Excellent value, portions
  • Delicious breakfast items
What people don't like

With a strong 9.3 recommendation score, Universal Breakfast & Lunch clearly stands out as a highly favored spot. If you’re seeking a reliable and pleasant experience for your morning or midday meal, this establishment is certainly worth considering.

It delivers on delicious food, generous portions, and attentive service, all at a fair price. For anyone looking for a consistently positive breakfast or lunch outing, this place comes with a solid endorsement.

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Verdict: Our expert take on Universal Breakfast & Lunch

Food (9.1 out of 10)

mentioned by 93% of the guests

When it comes to food, this spot truly shines! With an excellent score of 9.1 and an excellent customer satisfaction rating of 92.5%, its clear diners are consistently impressed. Out of 40 total comments, a whopping 37 rave about the delicious food, highlighting everything from the huge portions and fresh ingredients to amazing breakfast sandwiches and delightful crepes.

Many found the food itself to be incredibly tasty and satisfying, ensuring you wont leave hungry. What's even more remarkable is the complete absence of any negative feedback regarding the food. Across all 40 customer remarks, not a single complaint was registered about the quality, quantity, or taste of the dishes, which is a rare and impressive feat.

9.1 Food

40

Reviews

92%

Satisfaction

0

negative

3

neutral

37

positive

Rating distribution
What people like
  • Huge, delicious portions
  • Fresh, quality ingredients
  • Amazing breakfast items
What people don't like

Often praised

  • food
  • Food
  • breakfast sandwich
  • portions
  • Acai berries banana smoothies
  • Huevos Rancheros
  • Nutella Banana Crepe
  • aƧaĆ­ smoothie
  • breakfast burrito
  • breakfast croissants

Frequently criticized

No complaints so far.

If you're looking for a place that consistently delivers on taste and portion size, especially for breakfast, this is definitely worth a visit. With overwhelmingly positive feedback and no complaints about the food, you can expect a truly satisfying meal here.

Service (9.4 out of 10)

mentioned by 67% of the guests

When it comes to service, this spot truly shines! With an excellent score of 9.4 and a perfect 100% customer satisfaction, its clear theyre doing something right. Based on 11 positive remarks, customers consistently praise the Service and staff, highlighting their friendly staff and even mentioning a fast breakfast/lunch experience.

It seems the team, including two young ladies, goes above and beyond! Remarkably, there isn't a single negative comment or opinion about the service. This means customers found absolutely nothing to complain about, which is a rare and impressive feat.

It truly speaks volumes about the consistent quality and positive interactions people have here.

9.4 Service

11

Reviews

100%

Satisfaction

0

negative

0

neutral

11

positive

Rating distribution
What people like
  • Excellent service
  • Friendly staff
  • Fast breakfast/lunch
What people don't like

Often praised

  • Service
  • service
  • customers
  • employees
  • fast breakfast/lunch
  • friendly staff
  • people
  • staff
  • two young ladies

Frequently criticized

No complaints so far.

If you value top-notch service and a friendly atmosphere, this place is definitely worth a visit. You can expect a warm welcome and efficient care, making your experience a truly pleasant one.

Ambience (8.5 out of 10)

mentioned by 47% of the guests

When it comes to ambience, this place really shines! With a fantastic score of 8.5 and a customer satisfaction rate of 87.5%, its clear guests are loving the vibe. Based on 7 positive remarks, many describe it as a cozy spot with good vibes, making it a really good spot for stop by.

Finding street parking' nearby is also a breeze! Interestingly, there are no negative comments about the ambience among the 8 total customer opinions. It seems guests universally appreciate the atmosphere, with no one mentioning any drawbacks or areas for improvement.

This is quite rare and speaks volumes about the consistent positive experience.

8.5 Ambience

8

Reviews

87%

Satisfaction

0

negative

1

neutral

7

positive

Rating distribution
What people like
  • Cozy atmosphere
  • Good vibes
  • Easy street parking
What people don't like

Often praised

  • Atmosphere
  • atmosphere
  • cozy spot
  • good vibes
  • spot
  • street parking

Frequently criticized

No complaints so far.

If youre looking for a place with a great atmosphere, this spot is definitely worth checking out. Customers consistently rave about the cozy spot and good vibes, ' making it an ideal choice for a pleasant outing. You can expect a truly enjoyable environment here.

Value (9.3 out of 10)

mentioned by 53% of the guests

When it comes to value, this place absolutely shines! With an excellent score of 9.3 and a stellar 100% customer satisfaction, its clear guests are thrilled. People are raving about the great prices, how cheap everything is, and getting huge portions at a fair price.

Based on 8 positive remarks, youre definitely getting your moneys worth here. Interestingly, theres absolutely no downside to the value here! With zero negative comments among all the feedback, it seems everyone agrees that the pricing is spot on.

You won't find any complaints about things being too expensive or not worth it, which is a rare and fantastic feat for any restaurant.

9.3 Value

8

Reviews

100%

Satisfaction

0

negative

0

neutral

8

positive

Rating distribution
What people like
  • Great prices
  • Very cheap
  • Huge portions
What people don't like

Often praised

  • price
  • prices
  • cheap
  • fair price

Frequently criticized

No complaints so far.

If you're looking for a place where your wallet will be as happy as your stomach, this is it. You can expect fantastic value, with generous portions at prices that genuinely impress. Definitely worth trying if budget-friendly deliciousness is your priority.

How are the prices at Universal Breakfast & Lunch?

You’re looking at roughly 13 per person – reported by 11 diners. That puts it in the $11–$20 category. For a Restaurant, it’s comfortably mid-range: not a steal, but not bank-breaking either.

Most folks are spending in that $11–$20 range, with a few finding even cheaper options, showing prices are pretty consistent around the average.

Here’s a quick look at what guests spend per person, based on the latest 11 reviews.

Comparing value for money: how this restaurant stacks up against similar spots in San Francisco.

Overall, we think the pricing feels quite fair for a Restaurant in San Francisco, offering good value for a casual meal.

Customer Reviews: what people think about Universal Breakfast & Lunch

Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Ivy
Review date: 08/14/2025
9
Generous Portions and Fresh Ingredients
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! The sandwiches were incredibly large, easily lasting for two meals. I was impressed by how fresh the ingredients always were. Additionally, the staff was very kind throughout my visit.
  • sandwiches10
  • ingredients10
  • staff9
Price per Person
  • $1–$10
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
SODU I.
Review date: 08/02/2025
10
Delicious and Cheap Spot!
I'll be honest, I came to this place only once, but since then, I've been coming always. They make all food very delicious and very cheap, and you don't find prices like this anywhere else. They truly deserve to get a lot of customers! They also start working from 5: 30 am, so it is a really good spot to stop by and get something for lunch. I recommend this place.
  • food10
  • price10
  • customers9
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Breakfast
Margaret F.
Review date: 07/21/2025
9
Cozy Spot with Great Food and Vibes
My experience at this restaurant was wonderful! It's such a cozy spot with friendly staff. I enjoyed a fresh and hearty breakfast, and the overall atmosphere was one of good vibes. There was no fuss, just good food. I would definitely come back.
  • cozy spot9
  • friendly staff10
  • fresh and hearty breakfast9
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
fernanda V.
Review date: 06/14/2025
10
Excellent Service and Delicious Food!
I highly recommend this place. Two young ladies provided excellent service, being very polite and friendly. The snacks were very delicious. I wish more snack bars had employees like them.
  • two young ladies10
  • snacks10
  • employees9
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Breakfast
Dee R.
Review date: 06/04/2025
9
Huge Portions, Amazing Value!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic, especially for breakfast! You definitely won't go hungry with the breakfast plate servings. I had the Huevos Rancheros, and I'm still amazed at how they can afford to sell such lumberjack portions for so cheap. My dish included three eggs, almost a whole avocado, beans, potatoes, tortillas, and a heaping pile of bacon! My husband's meat lover platter was just as large, and he barely finished it all, so he had no room to finish my plate as he usually does. The food was plentiful and satisfying.
  • breakfast plate servings10
  • Huevos Rancheros9
  • lumberjack portions10

What Universal Breakfast & Lunch offers

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Sports

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Crowd

  • Family-friendly

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • Kids' menu
  • Good for kids
  • High chairs

Popular for

  • Solo dining
  • Breakfast

Amenities

  • Restroom

Offerings

  • Quick bite
  • Coffee

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Dessert
  • Dinner
  • Seating
  • Lunch

Service Options

  • Dine-in
  • Takeout
  • Delivery

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Parking

  • Free street parking

Atmosphere

  • Casual

FAQs

Is Universal Breakfast & Lunch accessible for everyone, and is parking available?
Yes, Universal Breakfast & Lunch ensures a comfortable visit for all guests with a wheelchair accessible entrance and a dedicated wheelchair accessible parking lot. You’ll also find the convenience of free street parking nearby, making your arrival and departure hassle-free.
Universal Breakfast & Lunch offers a wide range of dining options including breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, with comfortable seating available. It’s also a great spot for families, providing a dedicated kids’ menu, high chairs, and a generally good environment for children to enjoy their meal.
Universal Breakfast & Lunch receives an excellent overall score of 9.1, with a high customer satisfaction of 94%. Its service (9.4), value (9.3), food (9.1), and ambience (8.5) all contribute to this positive rating.
Customers frequently praise the delicious and quality food, noting generous portions. Popular items like breakfast sandwiches, burritos, and smoothies are often highlighted for being tasty and satisfying.
Yes, it’s often described as a great fast breakfast/lunch spot with friendly staff. Guests also appreciate the ease of finding street parking nearby, adding to its convenience.
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Location
1217 Geneva Ave, 94112 San Francisco
Opening hours
Monday – Friday
5:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Saturday
6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday
Closed