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    Bayside Cafe

    4.2 (438 reviews)
    Closed 7:30 am - 3:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Jordan L.

    This place exceeded my expectations! I was thinking a solid 4 star (which is still good), but this place was an easy 5. Meaning I'll definitely be back!!! First things first, breakfast is served all day. Hallelujah for you and all the customers! The service was great, food came out fast and it was a fun location. Overall food ratings: New years special (huevos rancheros with shrimp) - 5/5 Banana pancakes - 5/5 Fruity tooty - 5/5 (note that there is a bit of tart with the cranberry French toast - 5/5 Bacon - 5/5 Scrambled eggs - 4/5 (good but scrambled eggs are never anything wildly special) The portions are very generous! Banana pancakes were best imo. Will be coming back for those. Top 3 banana pancakes of my life. The inside was festive for the holidays and everyone was cheery. Fun to walk around the Marina area after too.

    Veggie burger, salmon salad, French toast, waffle
    uma p.

    Cute brunch spot near Sausalito! Food was good, service was also pretty good. Would come back if in the area

    Ultimate Club (front) & Crunch! (back) | IG: @nomwithelaine
    Elaine N.

    We went here on a Saturday around 2:20pm for lunch and there was no wait! We were quickly seated and they gave us our menus. We ordered the Crunch! and the Ultimate Club with Potato Salad. The Crunch! item is basically like a plate of nachos, but in a breakfast style, which I thought was cool. I've never had breakfast nachos before, but it was still a good combo of toppings. The Ultimate Club sandwich was also very good and I liked how much meat it had with the bread being perfectly toasted. For the Ultimate Club item I got, it came with a side of your choice and I chose Potato Salad. I wasn't a huge fan of the Potato Salad since I felt it was a little too mushy for my liking. I'd recommend this place! All of the main entrees tasted good, but I would avoid the potato salad. Maybe stick with one of their fries or mashed potatoes if your meal comes with a side.

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    Locally owned friendly deli with daily specials. They have a wide selection of breakfast and sandwiches. We had the fish taco special which was delicious and wished they could have it as a regular selection and the Reuben sandwich with fries. Their meals are generous portions. The staff is friendly and attentive. The prices are reasonable.

    Robin W.

    As a Sausalito resident I can't believe it took me this long to check out Bayside Cafe. Filled with regulars on a Monday morning, larger than it appears on the outside. I'm a tough critic of tuna melts and this one was good. Extra points for sweet potato fries option without an up charge.

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    Heather F.

    This was a quick stop on our way to the Marine Mammal Sanctuary in San Francisco. The breakfast was good and we were able to keep an eye on our car since it had all of our luggage and such, so that was nice. I got the huevos rancheros which was really good. We got a mix of other items within our party and all thought it was pretty delicious. Overall, it was a nice stop and would go back if we were in the area again.

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    Janice C.

    Love their food! Easily one of the best brunch places in the Bay Area with amazing choice of breakfast dishes. The eggs Benedict and all in one are our favourites and we keep going back on weekends. Service is great and food is served quickly despite the crowd. Highly recommend!

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    This is my "go to" place whenever I'm in Mill Valley. The food is terrific and the waitstaff is the best.

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    Bad food. Dry recooked chewy chicken, nothing was seasoned. Store bought burger buns. I regret coming here

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    Great views, food and service! This is a hidden gem in Sausalito no wait, great vibe.

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    Great little diner for breakfast - so many options! As a vegetarian, I'm happy to have many things to be able to choose from

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    Chirpy Chicken Sandwich was disgusting. Soggy burger bun, literally drowned in sauce. Never again.

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    Incredibly fast service. Food was delicious. Perfect when passing through to or from SF

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    Indoor dinning area. When the weather is good and there is room, almost everyone sits outside.
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    Does get quiet in the evenings. This place would be bustling on a weekend afternoon with a long wait

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