Phone: +15102639438
Address: 630 Central Ave, Alameda, California, USA, United States
City: Alameda
Menu Dishes: 7
Reviews: 1053
Website: https://www.neptunesalameda.com
"I had Neptune's on my list for breakfast, especially since they have a dog-friendly area. Being Filipino and a former Sous Chef shapes my perspective on dining experiences. I usually enjoy Ole’s on Park for this kind of meal, having visited since the 80s, but I found Neptune's to be even better, which makes me want to rate it higher, yet I can't. I ordered the French Toast with berries, which was good, but I didn't even try the syrup, so I can't comment on that. The bacon was excellent. However, I did find three human hairs in my dish, and since I have a shaved head, that was quite alarming. I also wish the server had mentioned the drink menu and explained how it differs from standard offerings. We tried the Wagyu Loco Moco, and the burger was perfectly prepared. The sunny-side-up egg was standard. The garlic fried rice was acceptable for a Filipino, but the salad had wilted sprouts. Unfortunately, my meal was ruined by their “breaky sauce.” I was excited to try something different, but it just didn’t work for me. It was an overpowering vinaigrette that would have likely been great on a chopped salad with protein, but felt completely off when paired with patties, rice, and eggs. As a Filipino, I would have preferred a side of vinegar to customize my dish as I wished, rather than having my patties drenched in a sauce that didn’t suit the meal. To Neptune's management, the presence of loose hair is definitely a hygiene issue related to prep and hair nets. Finding three hairs in a single dish is unacceptable. For your servers, it would be helpful if they explained the two menus and how they differ from the usual options, like the Loco Moco. If these issues are addressed on my next visit, I would rate the food 4 stars, which I believe Neptune's deserves as a local breakfast spot. Service: Dine-in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $10–20 Food: 2 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 4 "
All prices are estimates on menu.