I cannot rave enough about Sahara's! We at the counter bc it was hoppin (in the off season!) and…read morehad an amazing breakfast. My son had the beach babe - 2 eggs (scrambled), 2 pancakes - which were so flavorful he didn't even want syrup, bacon and because he's growing an extra side of sausage. I had their grits and I wasn't disappointed. And the coffee...so good. Our server Ms. Dawn was the icing on the cake. Will 100% go back.

Great food, and friendly attentive staff. You can't miss…read morewith any of their Benedict opinions.

If you want to eat the best Cinnamon Raisin French toast and bacon we have ever tasted go to Happy…read moreJack Pancake. We decided to skip the hotel restaurant and wander outside to see what our breakfast options were. Reviewing a great rating for this place, we drove to Happy Jack's, and we ate so much that breakfast lasted until dinner. Jacklyn saw to our every need with a smile always.

I stopped in one morning for breakfast by myself and sat at the counter. I received good service…read moreand the food wasn't bad but also wasn't anything spectacular. I ended up getting a breakfast platter that came with pancakes, eggs and breakfast meat. It's not that I wouldn't go back, I'd prefer to visit somewhere else.

Amazing breakfast and great coffee. Quick service and high quality, able to take it on the go or…read morehang out there with a view of the ocean. Whats not to love?

Great crepe! Presentation on it was well done. We loved having this option on the boardwalk and…read moreit's nice to have something different. There was a bit too much Nutella to the point of not being able to finish the whole thing but otherwise very good!

The summer season is just beginning, we were fortunate to get a table within a few minutes of our…read morearrival. WOW so happy to have had such a great experience. 2 bars! An upstairs & downstairs, tons of food & drink specials. I enjoyed a roasted vegetable omelet. My husband raved about the sausage on his breakfast plate. Oh... and the pancakes! And the huge cinnamon roll (shareable) GREAT menu for breakfast & lunch.

Another delicious Sunday brunch was had. This place does not disappoint! Sat at the bar and enjoyed…read moreconversation with the bartender and other patrons. The grits are the star of the show - well seasoned and so dang tasty!! The Easter Bunny waa handing out treat bags - we received the adult version and another bottle of hot sauce came home, again. Its a definite must if you're in the area!

Breakfast was amazing! There are no complaints to give. Just expect a lengthy wait, for my family…read moreof five's meals, we wait 40-45 mins. They actually got so busy, so some orders got mixed up, they chose to give us extra food for the trouble. We placed a to-go order, there wasn't much waiting room however, the manager was very accommodating and constantly checked on us. We ordered the French toast, scrambled eggs, fried eggs, hash brown, The Nashville Hot Chicken which comes with Mac-n-Cheese (MUST TRY), smoothies and ice coffee. Overall, the atmosphere was very nice. The place was packed! I highly recommend Malia's Cafe!

A nice cafe close to the beach? Well, we found one that is vegetarian friendly. Lots of good…read moreoptions from pancakes, waffles, avocado toast and many more. We saw some good ratings and gave this place a shot and we weren't disappointed. We were greeted by a friendly and welcoming staff who helped us make the right selection. As my wife was fasting, she went with a small fruit bowl, my son chose shortstack pancakes, and I tried the veggie hash. The fruit bowl was decorated well and had plenty of variety. From blueberries, strawberries, kiwi, watermelons, apples, bananas, and others, all the fruits were fresh and perfectly ripe. The pancakes were very large and just one would have been more than enough for two people it seems but they even added berries for my son on them. The veggie hash had lots of potential. It was cooked well, however, lacked seasoning. It seemed slightly bland and I had to utilize ketchup to give it some identity. However, the quality and variety of veggies inside was great. Overall, I am giving four stars due to the fact that the prices are high, but the service and quality are worth it; especially for such a close location to the boardwalk.

Like always, the food and service were both spectacular today! And hooray! They now offer organic…read morepure 100% maple syrup for a very reasonable up-charge. I no longer have to carry my real maple syrup in my purse. I highly recommend the pecan pancakes. You can enjoy a few pancakes of your choice in a combination with egg and a side meat for just $12.99. Just be sure to eat your protein first and have the pancakes as your reward.

This is a small cozy old fashioned dinner. Our waiter Ocie? Was very friendly and provided…read moreexcellent service. We loved the regular and red velvet pancakes which were delicious. The eggs and the omelette were perfectly cooked. The fried potatoes were perfectly seasoned and so good I had to make sure my grandmother was not back in the kitchen. The coffee was also very good. This is our new go to breakfast spot in OC.

I want to make a Save by the Bell reference but honestly it would be too forced... Go Bayside…read more.. bow that is out of my system... let's get down to the review. The waitress did suggest that the portion sides are big and we probably should do one savory and one sweet... and me being the one with the sweet tooth, I had laser focus dedication to get the seafood crepe... my wife got the Seafood Ariel and later we realized they're more or less the same thing except one is lumped on top of breakfast potatoes and the other is lumped o a crepe with old bay. Sharing with my wife was pointless ugh... should have listened to the waitress. The serving size is really large but the seafood did taste that well seasoned but the crepes was sweet and balanced. Really should have gotten something sweet. I really did love the decor. They did really go hard with the pink and strawberries but I completely loved it. Next time I come back definitely with get something more sweet. Oh the freshly squeezed grapefruit is delicious.

We got outdoor seating which was nice. Not too noisy in April. You must have their freshly squeezed…read moreorange juice and grapefruit juice!!! It is definitely worth the price. Portions are large. The only complaint I have is that they forgot to bring out the crepe that went with my boyfriend's dish.

Stop in for the donuts…read more They're the best in town. Also a really solid breakfast diner with real good prices.

I came here for the donuts more than anything else, and honestly they were so-so. Overly sweet in…read moremy opinion. I also tried an omelette with home fries and again, it was so-so. The omelette wasn't cooked very well - it was runny. And the home fries had zero, and I literally mean zero flavor. There's no way they put seasoning on them. And they were cold! The service was good and fast, but the food just didn't impress me.

Absolutely amazing is all I can say! While vacationing from NY we found this gem. Every part of the…read moremeals were extraordinary. I wish I could pack this place up and bring it back to NY with me. I would make the drive just to eat here again! The service was attentive and impeccable! The decor of the restaurant was cute and quaint.

Aug. 2025 | A+ Service, Legendary Breakfast…read more Customer service - 5 out of 5 Wait time - 5 out of 5 Cleanliness - 5 out of 5 Atmosphere - 5 out of 5 Food quality - 5 out of 5 So many great things to say about this place, but let's start with the standout... Customer Service: Hands down the best we experienced during our 9-day family trip to OCMD. Karri, our waitress, made us feel like family, loved her. Jeff & Mike were professional, friendly, and made a point to engage with every table. Breakfast? PHENOMENAL. Best we've had, not just this summer, but in all our years visiting OCMD. My wife and son agree. Everything was homemade and cooked to order. No frozen shortcuts. Portions were just right, flavors balanced beautifully, and nothing overly sweet. Nashville Hot Stuffed French Toast: The bourbon and caramelized apples stole the show. Chicken was a fun twist, though next time I'd get it on the side to keep the sweet and spicy separate. You can skip the chicken altogether and save $4 if you'd like. Banana Foster French Toast: Mind-blowing. The kind of dish that makes you question everything you've ever called "breakfast." Plate was licked clean. Already dreaming of it for summer 2026. Creamed Chipped Beef over Biscuits: Shared this one. Generous portion, nostalgic flavor, clearly a recipe passed down and perfected. Triple Decker: My son had the chocolate chip pancakes, huge portion, perfect texture, and he loved every bite. Only minor con: straws come unwrapped in your drink. Not a dealbreaker, but something to note. Final score: 25/25. Solid A+. Verdict: Highly recommended. We'll be back in summer 2026, no question.

Good food, staff pleasant but felt the place was understaffed which made the wait too long.read more

Drinks 4 stars Food 3 stars…read more We were a party of four; I was the only one who enjoyed my food. I ordered a steak and quinoa salad with fried goat cheese balls, cherry tomatoes and a shallot vinaigrette. It was very good. My husband ordered bacon wrapped scallops, the portion was pretty small. Our dining companions ordered black bean burgers and a shrimp dish. Both were underwhelmed. They do have an impressive bourbon selection, so if you're into that, try it out.