Tom's Depot

(on fremont ave)
American Restaurants in Los Altos, CA
American Restaurants
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Restaurants

Hours

Monday
7:00AM - 3:00PM
Tuesday
7:00AM - 3:00PM
Wednesday
7:00AM - 3:00PM
Thursday
7:00AM - 3:00PM
Friday
7:00AM - 3:00PM
Saturday
7:00AM - 3:00PM
Sunday
7:00AM - 2:00PM

Location

991 Fremont Ave
Los Altos, CA
94024

About

We are proud of continuing the decades-old tradition of Tom's Depot's corner. For decades this has been -and continues to be- a special place for breakfast, brunch and lunch.Not surprisingly, our family-style down to earth approach keeps customers returning for decades too... We invite you to know us! Service A real family oriented traditional breakfast place. We want you to relax, enjoy our restaurant, and to feel as comfortable as a guest in our home.Bring your whole family... and dog! We are family friendly, we love kids, we welcome groups such as our regular bicycling crowd, as well as seniors.Hamburgers, omelettes, pancakes, special dishes, everything are always prepared after you ask for your order. You will see the difference in its freshness and flavors that only a long tradition can offer with our friendliness and warmth to everyone.

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Latest Tom's Depot Reviews (Average Rating: 3.5)

based on 145 review(s)

small town feel with yummy food! Tom's feit never disappoints. we got: linguiça and eggs, pastrami sandwich and patty melt. large fry was great size for...

Alley T. May 28, 2022 via Yelp

We finally got a chance to stop by Tom's Depot for brunch. It's on a busy corner in the Loyola Corners neighborhood, but there's plenty of parking in the...

Lawrence M. March 4, 2022 via Yelp

Charming local breakfast/lunch eatery in a busy street corner in Los Altos corners. Had two breakfast scrambled and were delighted by the fresh...

E L. July 1, 2022 via Yelp

Latest

Family style dining involves moderately priced entrees, table-side service, non-disposable dishes, and a great time for the entire family. The ambiance is warm, comfortable and inviting.
We are committed to ensuring every individual that walks out of our restaurant is happy and full. Your satisfaction is our primary goal!
Family style restaurants offer classic comfort dishes and tend to always deliver an experience and taste that keeps customers coming back again and again. Come check us out!
Our regular clients rave about our menu. There is something for everyone! Be sure to enjoy your favorite dessert with us after dinner as well.
Customers come back because they associate our family style restaurant with comfort and quality. We offer a sense of warmth and community and fill hungry tummies daily!
At family style restaurants the menus and décor are designed to attract families. Meal portions are typically on the larger side so everyone can share and taste a variety of flavors.
Family style restaurants attract people who want to get out of the house more than they want to eat gourmet food. Parents especially are looking for dishes that are familiar to their family and not challenging to the younger members of their families.
Family style restaurant menu items are generally served in large portions that are meant to be shared. If you have never experienced this type of dining get ready for a tasty, memorable and unique experience.
Choose from a wide selection of family favorites. Our menu offers dishes with layers of flavors. Come by and enjoy the warm embrace of a family style restaurant today.
For a memorable get-together, enlist our services and enjoy family style dishes at our restaurant. We've been delighting taste buds for years. We specialize in affordable family dishes. Plan your next party with us!
Almost two-thirds of all hamburgers are consumed outside the home, so why buck the trend? When the burg urge hits, come in an order up. You'll find our fare is second to none.
From soups and salads, to a mouthwatering assembly of delicious desserts, we have something for everyone. Hot foods are hot, cold are cold, and never the twain shall cross.
Dads – give mom a break on Saturday morning and come to breakfast with your kids. It gives your spouse a chance to sleep in and you have the opportunity to spend time with your children and get caught up on what is going on in their lives.
Do not be deceived by the deliciousness of our menu items, they are healthy as well. The emphasis on vegetables cooked to perfection ensures they are served at the peak of their nutritional value as well as their taste.
Sadly, the great American dessert apple pie did not originate in the USA along with baseball and hot dogs. There are recipes for apple pie dating all the way back to the the 1300s.
Technically, your stomach doesn't growl when you're hungry. In fact, it wambles, which means to move or roll unsteadily. When the rumbling in your tummy signals that it is time to eat, stop in to end your wambling ways.
Children’s menus were first used in dining cars on trains and did not appear in restaurants until the 1930s. At that time, their primary purpose was entertainment, not food options.
Did you know that the oldest known menu dates back to the ancient Sumerians? It was a list of the proper foods to prepare for the local gods and contained not only the products to use, but how to garnish them and what clothing servers should wear.
A hot dog a day can keep the doctor away – at least that is the opinion of ninety-year-old Charlie Kazan who has eaten at least one hot dog every night since he was a year old. He uses rye bread instead of a bun, but hey – to each his own.
If you have guests with special dietary needs or food preferences, please let us know. We will gladly respond to your request and create an exciting and delicious meal that does not seem like an afterthought.
The hallmark of our family style restaurant is a constantly evolving menu, and the continuous blending of established standards with new trends to satisfy the tastes of our guests.
What pieces of fried chicken are your favorite? How about your spouse? Kids? When ordering, you can request specific pieces so that everyone’s appetite is satisfied and no one has to worry about sharing – if they don't want to.
Salisbury steak is actually named after the dietician J.H. Salisbury, who promoted its consumption because he believed vegetables were detrimental to human health. He was one of the first food faddists and introduced his miracle meal in the early 20th century.
If you have children who seem to turn up their noses at everything you put before them, come dine with us. We have many items on the menu that will appeal to even the most finicky (finickiest?) eaters.
Mashed, fried, or baked, how do you prefer your potatoes? Most people order potatoes based on the meat dish. Typically, hamburgers and hot dogs get fries, meat loaf, pot roast, and chicken get mashed, and steaks call for either baked or fried.
Did you know there is an extensive array of articles and videos on the “proper” way to eat chicken wings? But seriously, how complicated can it be? Simply eat the meat and leave the bones behind.
Comfort food – it soothes our souls, calms us down, and helps us feel better when everything is going bad. And there is no better place to find it than at our restaurant.
If you are not familiar with our menu, it may be a bit overwhelming the first few times you visit. Please do not hesitate to ask your server questions about an item that interests you or to help you find something that you might like.
There is a minimalist purity to the dishes we offer and serve: ingredients are familiar, preparation is basic and true to traditions, yet crafted with a personal signature that distinguishes us from our worthy adversaries.
Don’t think hot dogs are a cultural icon in the American consciousness? Then how about this – the very first words ever spoken by Mickey Mouse were in the short film “Karnival Kids” and they were the magical “hot dog!” Is there a better endorsement?
From the “What’s in a Name” category of odds-and-ends - did you know that the indispensable condiment Russian Dressing is not from Russia? It was invented by a caterer in New Hampshire in the first decade of the 20th century.
Let the intellectuals argue about where chicken and waffles originated – as if it really matters. The only thing that is important about this offering is that it looks appetizing, smells wonderful, and tastes delicious.
Food is one of the great sources of new words in the English language, and a new one has entered the lexicon. For example, the term for the residual sauce left around the mouth after eating wings is “dipstick.”
How do you like your waffles? Golden or dark brown? Round, square, or rectangular? Large wells or little dents? While we may not be able to match your shape preference, we can promise that you will love how our waffles hold all the deliciousness of what you use to adorn them.
If you have at least one meal a day that consists solely of coffee in a cardboard cup and nothing more, you need to set aside some time for your health, yourself, and your family and visit us for an enjoyable dinner.
Kurt Vonnegut once said, “You can't just eat good food. You've got to talk about it too. And you've got to talk about it to somebody who understands that kind of food.”
Trends and fashions come and go, but knowing you have a reliable place to visit that serves your favorite meals made with the best ingredients, makes our restaurant the real home of comfort food.
Eating out in a restaurant gives you the opportunity to forget about responsibilities and focus on the people who are with you. Put your phone on silent mode and give all your attention to your family and our delicious food.
At home, distractions such as the TV and pets can take away from family time. At a family style restaurant, these are greatly reduced and you can focus on engaging in conversation with those you are with!
With hectic work schedules, it can be difficult to find a moment to slow down and enjoy time with your family. Eating out is one of the best ways to enjoy a delicious meal and strengthen family bonds.
If you are not good at cooking or do not have time, eating out at our family restaurant will be an easier way to get a great meal. Moreover, you get a variety of foods to satisfy your taste buds.
Louise Fresco has truly said: “Food, in the end, in our own tradition, is something holy. It’s not about nutrients and calories. It’s about sharing. It’s about honesty. It’s about identity.”
Do you know that up until the early 1900s, fried chicken was a dish only meant to be served on holidays and special occasions? This is because of the relative shortage of spring chickens and the need for such a high volume of fat.
Pizza is surely the staple of Italy like a burger is the staple food of the U.S., but its popularity is no less in America too. According to an interesting study, an average American eats 6,000 pizza slices in a lifetime.
The history of the milkshake is quite interesting. In 1519, the Spanish discovered that emperor Moctezuma loved drinking a beverage prepared with chocolate and sweetened with honey. Later on, this drink came to be known as “milkshakes.”
After a fine meal, few things are more enjoyable than a slice of pie. With or without ice cream apple, berry, pumpkin, coconut cream, or other equally enjoyable fare provide the perfect finishing touch.
Historical evidence reveals that Ancient Romans were the first civilization to make a cooked bread and cheese type sandwich. Since then, many cultures have created their own versions of cheese sandwiches.
Whether a politician or private citizen, teacher or student, parent or child, all who come to dine with us are made to feel at home, treated as one of the family, and served some of the finest meals this side of paradise.
Family night dinners are one of the best ways to spend some quality time with your loved ones. Just come to our family restaurant and we’ll make the evening even more special with our appetizing meals.
Preparing a family meal can be really exhausting, especially if it is to be prepared for a large group of people. Eating at a family restaurant is a great way to enjoy all the moments with your loved ones without feeling tired or disconnected.
Everyone in a family wants something different. Eating out at our family restaurant is the best way to make everyone happy without spending hours in the kitchen.
“When you don’t have food in your life, just for a day, it makes you realize you’re lucky to have it the next day. So, the day after fasting, the music that comes out will be very joyous.” - Chris Martin
Eating out at a restaurant is a great learning experience for children. They can work on their social skills and manners. The interaction they have with wait staff and others help them work on their communication.
Everyone in a family wants something different. Eating out at our family restaurant is the best way to make everyone happy without spending hours in the kitchen.
“When you don’t have food in your life, just for a day, it makes you realize you’re lucky to have it the next day. So, the day after fasting, the music that comes out will be very joyous.” - Chris Martin
A nice and true saying by Giada De Laurentiis: “Food brings people together on many different levels. It’s nourishment of the soul and body; it’s truly love.”
Anyone with children knows how difficult it is to get them to try new things at home. Eating in a family restaurant is a great way to break them of this habit and get them to try new foods.
Eating out at a restaurant is a great learning experience for children. They can work on their social skills and manners. The interaction they have with wait staff and others help them work on their communication.
Everyone in a family wants something different. Eating out at our family restaurant is the best way to make everyone happy without spending hours in the kitchen.
“When you don’t have food in your life, just for a day, it makes you realize you’re lucky to have it the next day. So, the day after fasting, the music that comes out will be very joyous.” - Chris Martin
Got a sudden craving for something but don’t want to cook it at home? Well, just come to our restaurant with your friends and family and satisfy your craving quickly.
Do you know that the word “restaurant” is derived from a French word, originally meaning "food that restores"? The term was first used in France in the 16th century.
A nice and true saying by Giada De Laurentiis: “Food brings people together on many different levels. It’s nourishment of the soul and body; it’s truly love.”
Anyone with children knows how difficult it is to get them to try new things at home. Eating in a family restaurant is a great way to break them of this habit and get them to try new foods.
Eating out at a restaurant is a great learning experience for children. They can work on their social skills and manners. The interaction they have with wait staff and others help them work on their communication.
Everyone in a family wants something different. Eating out at our family restaurant is the best way to make everyone happy without spending hours in the kitchen.

Information

Company name
Tom's Depot
Category
American Restaurants

FAQs

  • What is the phone number for Tom's Depot in Los Altos CA?
    You can reach them at: 650-948-8515. It’s best to call Tom's Depot during business hours.
  • What is the address for Tom's Depot on fremont ave in Los Altos?
    Tom's Depot is located at this address: 991 Fremont Ave Los Altos, CA 94024.
  • What are Tom's Depot(Los Altos, CA) store hours?
    Tom's Depot store hours are as follows: Mon-Sat: 7:00AM - 3:00PM, Sun: 7:00AM - 2:00PM.