friends stopped by the Lighthouse Cafe for breakfast, and it was the perfect start to our day! The food was absolutely fantastic--everything tasted fresh and full of flavor. The eggs were cooked perfectly, the toast was just right, the German sausage had that perfect snap and seasoning, and the hash browns were crispy and golden, just the way we like them. The service was top-notch--friendly, quick, and attentive without being overbearing. The staff really made us feel welcome, and their recommendations were spot-on. What makes this spot truly special, though, is the vibe. It's got that authentic beach cafe charm, nestled right off the water in downtown. You can feel the laid-back energy of the area while enjoying a hearty, delicious meal. If you're ever nearby and looking for a great breakfast spot with amazing food and an unbeatable atmosphere, the Lighthouse Cafe is a must-visit! read more

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This place was highly rated on Google and yelp so we tried it around 1130ish after visiting the sealion sanctuary. The place was pretty busy. There's no sign-in, you'll have to wait in line outside the entrance. The place is like a small mom and pop cafe. Waited probably 20-30 minutes. No one really acknowledges you until it's your time at the entrance. Bathroom needed to be cleaned. We ordered a bowl of clam chowder, which we only tasted a couple of spoonful (no taste at all, we had to keep adding salt and pepper) and we ordered two crab and lobster sandwiches (it was made like an overcooked omelet-- didnt taste any lobster but could've some imitation crab and tasted like tuna--we had better in Bodega Bay) it was dry. Disappointing. They can probably describe the menu description for and crab sandwich to be dry rather than wet. I wasn't expecting it to be like a burnt omelet. Clam chowder can also be seasoned more. They need to do quality check before serving. I can't comment in breakfast items aside from the pancakes were as big as the plate. read more

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Came here Sunday around 11:30. There was a line, but it moved quickly. Service was friendly. Always love the sausage scramble here! It's great with the sour dough or English muffin. This time we tried the burger which is also quite good! Great food, cute place, and friendly service! read more

Great breakfast gem. Omelets are great! Service is also terrrrific. It's an old school diner feel.

Good place serving consistent Danish food. We discovered this place before Covid, when we opted to take a Ferry ride from Vallejo to Sausalito and explore the area near the Sausalito Ferry Terminal. We were initially dubious, as the menu seemed rather limited, but we were game to try Danish cuisine. Since then, we have been back to this venue several times through the years, and to the venue in Corte Madera, which has since closed. Our favorite venue is the original venue in Sausalito even though the vibe here is more of a "hole-in-the-wall diner." On our first visit, we tried the Danish lunch plate and the herring 2-way, and the clam chowder. The Danish lunch plate was more than enough food, especially with the pumpernickel slices. I needed my husband's help to finish my plate, and he was very happy to oblige. He liked his herring plate very much. We both agreed that the clam chowder was good: clammy without too much flour to thicken the chowder. Since then, we have returned and had the same dishes every single time. Perhaps one day, we will try some of the other breakfast items, especially as the restaurant has expanded their breakfast offerings since our last visit during Covid. Additional changes since our last visit: --the cafe has become popular: we never had to wait for a seat in the restaurant; this time, even though there was additional outside dining, we had to stand in line for a table at 12:30 p.m. --there were additional waitstaff: when we came, there was one person working the counter and the tables inside, but this time, there were 2 additional waitresses, both manning both the inside and outside tables. Despite these changes, the food was consistently good (with a $3 increase in price), and the service was efficient and unobtrusive. The tab for the Danish lunch plate, the herring two-way, and coffee was under $50, which is very reasonable for lunch, especially in Sausalito. As we periodically go to visit in Marin, we will probably visit the Lighthouse again whenever we are in the area. read more

Lighthouse Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Sausalito, California

We came on a Saturday, weather was so nice and the wait was not that long, we were seated at the counter, we enjoyed watching the chef preparing the food, it was fun watching.(we changed our orders after seeing the chef preparing some yummy looking food ) Here is our final orders: Crab & Lobster Melt Norwegian Benedict (smoked salmon) Corn Dog Hash All of them are delicious. I requested the hash brown to be more brown perhaps they forgot it, other than that, the food was yummy. I have also requested the muffin to be put on the side and they did it correctly. Will come back and highly recommend. read more

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Loved this spot for a casual breakfast in Sausalito. I ordered the Ultimate breakfast with bacon, hash browns, sunny side up eggs and a mixed fruit pancake. Hearty and filling breakfast that was absolutely amazing. The waitress was super friendly and accommodating. It's a tiny little diner and I loved sitting right at the countertops. Nice and quiet, near the water, and friendly staff. Great place to start your day if you are in the area. read more

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This place is so cute. It's small and it's packed! But it is worth the wait! I recommend the fruit pancakes. They looked delicious and they ARE delicious Next time you're in Sausalito, you must check it out for yourself... read more

We arrived 1/2 hour before closing time and the staff cleaned with smelly cleaners and much noise the whole time we tried to eat. We ordered a chicken club and it came with a red pepper aioli, which we cannot eat and it had to be removed. The staff fixed it for us, which is why this review is a 3, not a 2. The menu should say 'spicy'. The chicken was cooked to death and the air drenched with pungent cleaning odor did nothing to improve the taste. We won't go back. read more

It looks like a tourist destination but did you know they have a really lovely menu? They Swedish breakfast with curried herring is so great for the first meal of the day. Enjoy coffee and a midweek newspaper break. They have a side patio for outdoor dining, but it's fastest to get a counter seat. They can be really busy so this isn't a place to grab and go. Take your time and enjoy Swedish pancakes or traditional gravlox. read more

Didn't realize how busy this place gets, we arrived earlier than most and had no wait around 930am which was nice. We chose their outdoor seating which was really relaxing and has a little water view as well. Their service was a 10/10. Every server was really sweet and respectful even brought water for a dog with the group next to us. The food was so so good. 10/10 for my order which was the seafood eggs Benedict with crab and lobster read more

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My favorite breakfast spot in Sausalito :) pancakes and sausage are great! My mom has a gluten allergy and said their gluten free bread was very good. read more

Sit on the patio and enjoy an amazing brunch with some unique menu items. I got the French toast with the fruit flambé (definitely do this as an add-on), and the 2 types of herring (pickled herring and curry hearing). Both were great dishes and each balanced each other out. The ambiance here is also super cute, as it has an old diner feel. read more

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Great food, view, price and exceptional service. Worth the walk from the ferry and highly recommended. I got the pickled herring which although a little basic was very tasty if they elevated it a little bit with something unique that would be awesome. My wife got the French toast with the flambé fruit, and that was excellent, truly above and beyond. read more

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We stopped here for a quick bite to eat as we were passing through town. It's a little cafe right by the water with parking in front. We ordered 3 bowls of clam chowder and some sourdough bread and it was delicious! The staff was nice and we would come back if we're ever in the area again. Definitely recommend read more

I'm so glad we decided to get brunch at this breakfast spot in Sausalito! There was a line when we got there (they do not take reservations nor do you put your name in when you get there) just old fashioned wait in line until it's your turn. There's indoor and patio seating. We chose indoor and ordered a the french toast breakfast which was amazing. Their french toast seemed really light too. Loved it. Also ordered the salmon eggs Benedict (The Norwegian Benedict--if you see in the photo I had already sliced into it because it looked so good haha) I'm not a hollandaise girl but this one changed my mind! At first the server said they were out of the hollandaise but I still ordered it anyway then later she came to our table saying they had some and if I wanted it added. I thought that was so nice. If you want classic diner food and great service, come by to the Lighthouse cafe you won't be disappointed! I will definitely be back and may have to try their Danish menu items! read more

Went here on a whim and was so happy I felt adventurous enough to try the stuffed Hash Browns. Loved it. Thanks read more

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The fruit inside the pancake batter is wonderful, go early to miss the lines, great breakfast :) read more

Lighthouse Cafe - Fruit pancake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Sausalito, California

I paddleboard in the area every week and I pass this place all the time but have never been. The place doesn't have a lot of seating and there was a line out the door. I got eggs Benedict and it was very good. Their coffee was terrible though( very weak) I sat at their bar and their fruit pancakes looked delicious as well. read more

Needed to get out for a drive and decided to drive to Sausalito and found this little spot. This place has pancakes as big as the plate and so good. Omelette was amazing read more

The food was great and the service was amazing. Fast and efficient service and I would recommend you try it if you are ever in the area.

Make sure you get there early, it gets very busy. The food is fantastic! Definitely worth the wait.

This place was amazing! Big portions, sit at the bar, friendly service, great view (unless there's fog ). Really enjoyed our breakfast here.

The line moved quickly, food was hot & plentiful. Beautiful day to sit and eat breakfast. Not a large space so expect to wait a bit for larger parties. There is also a counter if it is just 1 or 2 of you. read more

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Our go to bruh joint in Sausalito. Anytime I go to SF area or north of Golden Gate, I make it a point to have food here. Very friendly service, amazing food. In summer months their outside dining is an experience. Classic American fare. generous portions. great price. read more

This is a great locals diner with tables and counter seating. We needed a late lunch meal and were only too happy to sit at the counter and watch them make our food. We decided to split "Annette's Scrambled Eggs" which was more than enough for the two of us. Everyone was warm and friendly. This is the kind of place everyone wishes was right around the corner in their neighborhood. If you come for breakfast on the weekends it is VERY busy so be prepared and be patient. read more

It was my second time here, the food was ok. We had a big group, and nobody loved or hated their food. I had the Philly cheesesteak and Burger which were both good but the side salad was the bitterest lettuce with minimal carrots. read more

What a find! THEE classic diner serving up the hits in Sausalito. I always like sitting at the counter in these joints, so that's why my buddy and I did. The cooks are in command and got it going on. Both of us had the Ultimate Breakfast that includes 2 eggs cooked your way, bacon or sausage, hashbrowns, toast, and a fruit pancake. GO HERE! read more

Food and service were great! Nice atmosphere in this old school cafe. We sat at the counter and had front row to the amazing system of food prep by very hard working line cooks. Really fun to watch them in action and see all the various menu items come to life! read more

This place is a good breakfast spot for a weekend brunch. We were here on a cloudy morning and the outdoor seating was really good. The menu is soooo much egg. They have everything that's possible in an omelette. There was huge wait time to get the seating and the time to get the food after order is also high. The service was okay, except for the very rude behaviour about the tip. Orange juice - not freshly squeezed. It's bottled and it's okay. Hot chocolate- too sweet to my taste and very thin. It could've been a little thicker. California florentine omlette - it was good. The gas browns are tasty, but the quantity is really less for the price. Veggie burger- the salad was just lettuce and couple of tomato slices. The Pattie is good with caramelised onions and mushrooms. It was bland for my taste. So, I ended up adding a good amount of Tabasco sauce, at the end it tasted good. We had bacon for our pet. He enjoyed it well. read more

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Cute breakfast and lunch place in Sausalito across the street from the marinas. Typical order is around $20 plus tax and tip. read more

Lighthouse Cafe - Counter service or grab a booth - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Sausalito, California

If you're looking for the quintessential diner experience, you've found it. We love sitting at the counter so we can watch the mastery of the griddle. The veggies were so fresh in the scramble. The ham and cheese omelette was delicious too, they didn't murder it with cheese and the mushrooms were exactly what the denver omelette has been missing its entire life. Sourdough bread is sliced to order. And the staff works together to keep your coffee filled and deliver breakfast while it's HOT. Alicia, thank you for the true hospitality, you're the best! read more

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We went here for Father's Day weekend. There was a line, but you really don't wait long at all. We waited for about 10 mins and was then seated on the outdoor patio. Service was quick, and I think it was the owner that was waiting on us. Super sweet lady. She gets a little busy, so if you need anything you may have to flag her, but she'll definitely accommodate what ever you ask for. Nice place to go and sit on the patio to enjoy good food and a nice day. read more

Fading Café On the road up north at the beginning of our little road adventure we decided to grab some breakfast once we made it past SF. Carissa recalls coming here to Lighthouse Café with one of her sons a few years back and enjoying her meal her so we decided to check it out. The Good: *Great location along the main strip by the bay. *Very interesting menu with lots of Norwegian options?! Can honestly say I've never seen that before in a diner. My guess is this menu was inherited from the previous owners. *Smoked Salmon was delicious with a nice smoke and salt ratios. But, let's be honest, I kinda doubt they smoked it themselves. The Meh: *Creamed spinach was swimming in liquid. Not sure if that's how the Norwegians do it--spoiler alert: it's not--but it was more of a Spinach Bisque. *Couldn't be bothered to to toast--or even warm-up--my pumpernickel bread. Mmmm... cold bread... -_- *Despite the great location there's not much of a view of the water. *Cramped indoor dining space with five tables, plus seating at the bar behind the grill. *Most likely will have to pay for street parking unless you're there before 9 a.m., which is when the meters are active. The Ugly: *The term "brusque" accurately represents the service level. TLDR: Decent breakfast with gruff service. Ok if you're staying nearby or need something quick, but I'm sure there's better elsewhere. read more

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Food was great, I had the ultimate so I could try a bit of everything. I really liked the home fries, bacon, sourdough toast. The scrambled eggs were fine, but I am spoiled I usually get them with cheddar cheese and mushrooms. The reviews made me want to try the raspberry pancake, especially when she said they were fresh. They added like 10 berries to the pancake right after it was poured on the grill. It was good too, did taste a bit like jam, I would have finished it if I did not have so much to eat. Cute small place, I sat at the empty counter rather than take the last table. I noticed they were setting up the outside tables as I left. Street parking was free before 9. Service was friendly and quick. read more

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Following a relaxing evening of browsing Downtown Sausalito, having dinner at Barrel House Tavern, and finally checking into our room at the Hotel Sausalito (please reference my reviews for both), we were well-rested and looking for a good breakfast spot. My Yelp search led us to Lighthouse Cafe, a 10 minute walk from our room. As we entered the establishment and were warmly greeted by an employee, we were taken aback by the old school diner ambiance. As soon as we were seated, a waitress greeted us and provided menus and water. Since great minds think alike, my wife and I both ordered the Agustin's Stuffed Hash Brown. As we awaited the arrival of our meals, our waitress did a superb job of keeping the coffee flowing (similar to the way mimosas flow at your favorite brunch spot). Our food arrived in a short period of time and was absolutely delicious! Due to the staffing shortages that many restaurants have experienced (and are continuing to experience), the quality of some restaurants has declined. However, we were elated to see (and taste) that the quality was on par with the reviews provided on the café's Yelp profile. If you're looking for a delicious breakfast, I highly recommend Lighthouse Café! read more

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We stopped by for breakfast after seeing the sunrise at the Marin Headlands. This was one of the only places open at 7am, so that was pretty awesome. It was also pretty cold that morning, so the waitress sat us at the warmest part of the diner, which we super appreciated. The diner is cute and old style with booths and bar seating. As we were eating, it looked like there were lots of regulars - I can see why they like this place! The waitress also mentioned to us that the bread was just delivered and super fresh - she toasted us some and kept asking us if we wanted more throughout our meal! The sourdough was definitely the best we've had at a diner, and if we weren't so stuffed from our meals, we would've had more! So good! My group tried two omelettes as well as the stuffed hash browns. All of us really enjoyed our picks! The dishes are huge though, so be prepared to eat a lot. For me and my friend who got the omelettes - they are super stuffed and yummy! The only complaint is the hash browns aren't very crispy... Might try the house potatoes next time. My boyfriend really likes the stuffed hash browns though - those were more crispy in my opinion too. We'll definitely be stopping by next time we're back in North Bay to try more! read more

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Their updated weekend hours are 8am - 3pm. We were sitting in the car thinking they opened at 7am haha! Indoor and outdoor dining available. Indoor is tight so some may feel more comfortable outdoors. I like the small diner vibe where you can see them cooking in front of you. Reasonable prices and great portions! I ordered the stuffed hashbrowns which was delicious! A little heavy on the onions, but not a deal breaker. A side of a single blueberry pancake, massive! My friend ordered the ultimate breakfast - eggs, bacon, hash, and a berry pancake. We left hella full and satisfied. Great staff and service. They are wearing masks the entire time and they have pixie glass separators between booths indoors. It got pretty busy around 9am. Early bird gets the worm... you won't regret it! read more

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Another local favorite, very cutely decorated inside - old diner style. Food is greasy spoon style, generous portions. We had the oatmeal, 2 egg and ham steak, a side of bacon, and some wheat toast. The hash brown was a bit undercooked (not crispy) but my kid ate the whole thing so it must have been good. The bacon was spot on - very crispy, nice thick cut and Smokey. The ham was a bit dry but again happily gobbled by the little one. However, I ordered the eggs over medium and it came over Easy which was very disappointing. My sister had a veggie scramble which she enjoyed and the home fried potatoes looked good if that floats your boat. The service was decent - I think we got there a bit early but the person still helped us and was cordial. Note that the juice is served in a long glass cup - not great if you have a very young child but mine was able to handle it. read more

I had a great experience here! The waitress was super friendly and accommodating. It's a tiny little diner and I went super early around 7:30am. Loved it because it was nice and quiet and near the water and I sat next to the window. I ordered a banana pancake with a breakfast plate. Such a simple concept - the sweetness of the banana paired well with the pancake. Also, it seems that the bananas get super soft when heated on the griddle. I loved it! Potatoes, sausage and egg were good also. A nice breakfast spot! read more

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