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    Bristol Sunset Cafe

    4.6 (339 reviews)
    Open 7:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    BRISTOL SUNSET CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Mallory our server made our day, and breakfast delightful!!!
    Joel B.

    Great place to Nosh in Bristol Ri, wait time is a bit horrendous but when seated.... relief servers attentive and kind, got a window table Coffee is very good, mimosa's too our first time here so more about the food later. Get here early, leave name and cell number if you've a long wait time, you can stroll to nearby shops. Mallory was indeed an awesome server....it was busy

    Hannah P.

    Great food, friendly service, casual/modern atmosphere. Portions are generous but also pricier for breakfast. There is a bit of pressure to eat quickly and leave due to the long waitlist. Maybe that was because our table was near the door, so we were hyper aware of parties just standing and waiting. The wait can be incredibly long, so highly recommend you use the waitlist feature ahead of your visit. We dined on a Sunday - added our party of 3 to the waitlist around 9:20, our seating time was estimated to be 10:30, and we were sat about then. A very accurate estimate. There's no waiting area inside, so I do not recommend arriving early.

    Italian wedding soup and the sirloin steak and eggs!

    The arugula salad got me to come back every week but the sirloin is amazing too!! Wife got the cup of berries and the hash dog.

    So good sandwich
    Cori F.

    Yes! Go here! Be prepared to wait for a table at busy times, but this was delicious. I got take out to bring to colt state park (just make sure you ask for utensils if you don't have them in your car). There is a full bar area and a bunch of tables plus a couple small tables outside. I got the "so good sandwich" and the "so good" was an understatement . It was delicious! The perfect breakfast sandwich. I added the avocado and got the side of home fries. The home fries were soft and flavorful. They could have sold more time on the griddle to get crispy but even without that I could eat a bucket of them. We also got the OG Benny which was tasty. They put the hollandaise sauce on the side which was a great take out idea. Coffee was nothing special but good and not super expensive compared to other places for a latte. I will definitely be back!

    Coffee formulation maybe pumpkin spiced latte.
    Nik H.

    We have been going to the Sunset Cafe for a few years now and I just realized that I have never written a review. IMHO it is hands down the best breakfast place in this area. It is relatively large with a nice sized counter. Plenty of space that is comfortable. Service is amazing. Everyone is friendly and looking to get you whatever you need. Now onto the food and drink. Coffee formulations are amazing per my wife. I just drink Red-eyes. The breakfast offerings are all good. It really doesn't matter what you order. It will be perfectly prepared. My favorites are the veggie omelette made with egg whites and a side of corned beef hash. The hash is made by them and it is simply fabulous. Eggs are always made as you ordered which is unique these days. The home fries are amazing as well with a perfect blend of spices. If you go on the weekend, do the call ahead seating. Otherwise, you will be waiting for a while. Give it a try

    Cozy and inviting decor!
    Greg C.

    The food, the atmosphere, the service... it was perfect! We HIGHLY recommend the Bristol Sunset Cafe!! We'll be back!!

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    27 days ago

    Second time going food is so good especially their bacon banana chocolate chip pancakes and their bifana breakfast wrap!

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    2 months ago

    Amazing every time! Service is always great. Love the latte's and the endless breakfast options!

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    Everything was outstanding ... great experience ... food outstanding ...service fabulous... will return

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    Love this place! Their food and service are always excellent. Great coffee drinks too!

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    11 days ago

    Amazing food and service. The wait is always long but worth it. The use of the yelp waitlist is great!

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    Our waitress was friendly and efficient. I had a breakfast sandwich on a house made biscuit. Amazing!! Thus is now our new go to favorite!!

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    Best breakfast place! The service is amazing and the menu has something for everyone.

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    Great food, great service! One of my favorites in town! We are lucky to have this local gem!

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    5 months ago

    Great food and service! Loved the avocado poached egg on a sourdough bread. Our server was great at suggesting the best on the menu.

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    6 months ago

    great food, atmosphere and location! Also excellent service! highly recommended whenever in Newport County

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    Beautiful restaurant, friendly staff and great food. Family owned we love it! Highly recommend

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    4 months ago

    Love this spot in Bristol! Their food is always delicious and the staff is extremely friendly and welcoming.

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    Food and service is great however your gonna pay Dinner Prices for breakfast. He's getting greedy ! And I'm not the only one who noticed.

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    Nick had the BBQ burger and fries.

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