Metro City Restaurant & Bar is a casual American restaurant and bar at 151 S Murphy Ave, on the historic restaurant row of downtown Sunnyvale. Locals come for breakfast served all day, a menu that moves easily between American comfort plates and international dishes, and a relaxed rustic-chic dining room.
Guests frequently praise the generous portions and consistent food quality, and the wide menu lets one table order brunch while another orders dinner. Reviewers also mention indoor seating and outdoor space, including a sunlit rooftop section that fills up on mild afternoons. The full bar suits a weekday lunch or a slow evening drink. The restaurant also hosts private events such as birthday parties, rehearsal dinners, and corporate gatherings.
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
Weekend brunch hours draw the biggest crowds, especially on Saturday mornings when the downtown farmers market brings extra foot traffic to Murphy Avenue. For a quieter meal, visit on a weekday morning or in the mid-afternoon. Ask for the rooftop when you arrive if you want to sit outside. Sunnyvale Caltrain station sits at the north end of Murphy Avenue, so you can skip the hunt for downtown parking. If you plan to drive, note that Metro City runs a second location at 919 E Duane Ave with ample strip-mall parking. Check that you have the right address before you go, and confirm current hours directly with the restaurant.
