I got the chorizo omelet that did not taste like chorizo. You get one place of bread. Pricy OJ and they charged for salsa for a chorizo omelete. $30 for breakfast is much and the taste did not match the price. read more

Love this place! The food is amazing. The service is impeccable. All of the servers are so nice, courteous and extremely efficient and friendly. Special shout out to Val, she is amazing! read more

Very nice spot for a great vibe anytime of the day. Service is great! No specials for birthdays though. read more

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Such an amazing breakfast spot! The few times I have come, they've always been SUPER busy! A restaurant being busy is a good sign. My family was not disappointed when I brought them here. The eggs benedict was excellent, and so were the blueberry pancakes. My dad was pleased with the chilaquiles. I also had their hot vanilla matcha, and it was wonderful. Plus, the service is great! Especially, our server was attentive and extremely kind. Wish I could recall his name! He was patient and proactive. Highly recommend this place for breakfast! read more

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Yes, place was really great. Food was amazing. Service was amazing. I like to have organic options and also fresh squeeze orange juice and plenty of bakery goods. Highly recommend this place. I would come here again. Food was great. read more

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Went there for first time with out-of-town family that was staying nearby. We all enjoyed our food. Items were very good, cooked as requested (bacon extra crisp) and large portions. Had the Daybreak and also the chicken fried steak. Good quality and tasty! read more

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Service was great, and food was excellent- best pancakes ever! Prices reasonable :) Restaurant was pretty clean and a cute little throw back place. read more

Enjoyed breakfast at 10am on a Saturday. This was my first visit. The restaurant appeared very clean which is always a big plus. I was excited to order blueberry pancakes but slightly disappointed that the majority of the flavor for the blueberries was the large amount of blueberry compote they put on top. They were a bit more dry than I would have liked. Eggs and bacon were good. Staff was friendly and helpful. I don't go out often for breakfast but will try this place again. Maybe for lunch or dinner. read more

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Jeff was our server and he was great! Very friendly and attentive. It was definitely busy so I recommend adding yourself to the online waitlist on your way over! read more

Food was pretty good! Service was very good and friendly. I couldn't believe how big the restaurant was, but I guess it's an old Denny's. I had pancakes, eggs and bacon. It was all great although I didn't touch the syrup. This boy only accepts pure maple syrup as an accompaniment to my pancakes. I'd have been happy to pay a few $$$ extra for the real thing. My wife had the Mediterranean eggs which she loved. Lots of parking. Lots of sweets and even some croissants also available. Would definitely return and try out some other options. read more

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We are sitting here for 40 minutes we orders two eggs and a sandwich and we barely just received our food. read more

Sunny Side Cafe - The receipt showing the two items we ordered and waited 40 min. To receive - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

My son played basketball and we kept hearing, are you going to the sunny side cafe. So, we decided to try it. It was amazing!!!!! Sometimes you like one thing and not the other when you go to a restaurant, but in this case the coffee, the pancakes, the bacon, the burger, the shake. ALL of it was delicious. I will definitely be coming again. Go, you will not regret it:) Our waitress Jo, was amazing and very attentive:) read more

3 1/2 stars My bf and I were in the area, and I was craving some pancakes. We stumbled on Sunny side cafe for the pictures of the pancakes and solid pictures. There is plenty of lot parking. The inside is pretty big, spacious and clean. A nice and cozy diner vibe. _Sunrise Breakfast Burrito ($15) Hash browns, eggs, Monterrey jack and cheddar cheese, side of salsa with choice of chorizo, ham, bacon or sausage. My bf got this, and let me tell you although it was good, this is more of a hash brown burrito. As you bite into it, all you get is a mouthful of hash browns. And what makes it worse, is that the hash brown is not crispy at all. The best part was the well crisp tortilla and salsa on the side. _Beachside Pancakes ($19) 2 local egg, thick smoked bacon or pork sausage, 2 chocolate chip or blueberry pancakes, and whip cream. This is a solid and simple breakfast. The pancakes were really good and well cooked with nice crisp edges on the side. I wish the blueberries were more fresh as opposed to jam like, because it was very sweet and made the pancakes soggy in the middle. A bit overpriced for what it was. I would probably come back to try something else if we were in the area. read more

I've been here twice in two weeks and excitedly awaiting my next visit. Let's start with the food. Best pancakes I have had in a long time! I opted to try the cinnamon butter on my last visit and oh man was that delicious! Eggs are scrambled wonderfully and hash-browns have just the right texture. My two year old enjoyed French toast, eggs, and apple juice. My husband loved his breakfast burrito as well. The drinks. I tried the matcha vanilla latte. Also addicting. Can't wait to have another. My husband liked the fresh squeezed orange juice The staff is awesome! Kind, friendly, attentive. Checked on us many times to ensure we had what we needed. The restaurant is clean and we didn't have to wait too long for a table. read more

Sunny Side Cafe - Vanilla matcha latte and Fresh Orange Juice - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

The best food, ambience and service around. I'm a huge fan of the blueberry pancakes. Worth the long waits. read more

Sunny Side Cafe - This is what the avocado toast should look like. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

TL;DR - super delicious & superior breakfast food! omg it was so busy when me and my mom came around 8, there was definitely a wait.. but it was so worth it! - they have a wide menu selection, there's something for everyone & i really liked the inside we came on a rainy day, it was so cozy since there's nice windows & decorations! read more

Sunny Side Cafe - waffles, bacon, salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

Food was great! Top quality! Joanne has got to be the highlight. When I thought I was about to ask for more coffee she was already pouring some in my cup. Great food, great service and quality food. Going back next week. Thank you! read more

My husband brought me to this adorable diner for breakfast! We had the Daybreak with a waffle and the ribeye steak & eggs. All items were delicious. The waffle had an option for cinnamon butter too, delish. They also serve freshly squeezed orange juice. cappuccinos, and lattes. The coffee was not third wave but still a step up from Denny's. Th sugar cubes were a nice touch! Their friendly staff attended to each costumer in a timely manner while they also checked in on the foods/drinks through out. Last thing, I love a good minimalist aesthetic and the ambience in the diner did not disappoint. Inside was very nostalgic of old dinners only with modern decor. Wouldn't definitely recommend! read more

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I pretty much had a perfect breakfast here this morning. I ordered the Denver omelet with home fries and wheat toast. The omelet had fluffy eggs and a good balance of meat, vegetables, and cheese. The home friy potatoes were soft with some crispy edges with perfectly cooked diced bell peppers and onions where it was all cooked through with out any burnt or dried out pieces. All was perfectly seasoned. I got wheat toast, which was toasted nicely and the homemade Jam was not too sweet with just a touch of tartness. The coffee was flavorful and it was served with creamer and sugar cubes. I can't remember the last time I saw sugar cubes in a restaurant. Service was friendly and attentive. The ambiance was clean and bright. Will definitely come back when I'm in the area. read more

Sunny Side Cafe - Denver omelet with home fries and wheat toast. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

This brunch spot is so yummy and lives up to par. The chilaquiles are the best I've had! And the space is so nice and bright. The service is great even when it's packed. read more

Finally tried this amazing new cafe!!! Plenty of free parking - Was curious about the ambiance, since it use to be a Dennys - oh my gosh super cute! They have local kids coloring in the hall hanging up. Lots of seating area- a cute outdoor patio space. The service was great, friendly and plenty of it. Okay, now the food. Amazing so good. We met my in laws there and they loved it too! My mother in law said they want to try it for lunch ( they live in San Pedro :)). The seeing size is plentiful and none of us left hungry. read more

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Great patty melt and delicious French fries and pickle. The place is clean, airy and always good!

Food is absolutely delicious! It's my first time coming here and I am blown away by the flavor and quality of the food.

EST breakfast food I have tasted in a very long time. My mother and I live 15 miles away and are willing to drive here every Saturday just for the breakfast after trying it for the first time. read more

Love love love this place! It was my first time here today, everything was absolutely delicious. Let me say, I am a huge matcha drinker, and their vanilla matcha latte did NOT disappoint. It was so smooth and yummy, while also still tasting like actual matcha (iykyk). The banana nut bread was also pleasantly surprising, they included I believe chocolate chips in it, which I enjoyed. Now the breakfast burrito is what sold me. The salsa itself is flavorful, but the burrito is a 10/10. Service was great too. If you're thinking about trying this place out, do it! read more

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Came on Sunday around 11: 30 to beat the Sunday rush. There were a number of people waiting to be seated. I think we waited about 15- 20 minutes which really isn't that long of a wait. The restaurant is very noisy and it was difficult to carry on a conversation even though you are sitting across from each other. Can't say I was terribly impressed with either the food or service on this visit. Both the food and service were top notch on our first visit. This is either my third or fourth visit and each time the food continues to trend downward. The main reason we come here is because my mother-in-law lives nearby and likes coming here for the convenience. IMO, prices are high given the quantity of food you are served. I realize everything is expensive these days. I don't mind paying if the food is good. We were a party of 4....including tip , our total bill was over a $100. I will say the pancakes are light and fluffy. Although the cinnamon roll looks good...I would not recommend it. The roll was dry and did not have a lot of cinnamon flavor. Very disappointed! read more

Great old school breakfast spot with reasonable prices. Customer service was great. Pancakes were larger than normal and tasted great. Turkey sausage was very flavorful. The only negative I found was i wish they gave you normal 1/2 and 1/2 instead of the processed creamer. That was the only hiccup. I still Definitely recommend. read more

Sunny Side Cafe - Turkey sausage and eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

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This place continues to be excellent, great staff and even better food. Coffee is fresh too. Be sure to save room for dessert. read more

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Super pretty place! When I went, I went alone and it was packed bc most of the people there were parties, but it's a shame no one really sat at the counter/bar(?) bc they were really nice seats! Servers were attentive even though they had their hands full. Also the graphic design and branding of the menu and other items were really pretty! read more

Not a singular bad menu item, everything is perfect: coffee breakfast and all. Some items can be a bit pricey but it is all worth every penny. read more

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We just had another wonderful breakfast here and highly recommend the Sunny Side Cafe. Jo was our server, who is wonderful, which enhanced our experience! Thank you Jo and Sunny Side! P.S. They play the best music! read more

Server Jo was fantastic! Excellent food, coffee, music, and a great patio with a breezy ambiance.

The food, service, and decor is all very good. Enjoyed being there and will absolutely be back.

Food is unbelievable. Everything we tried was insanely good! Highly recommend. Valerie is the best ask for her! read more

Local place to have a solid breakfast. Last time I was here I had traditional eggs, side of bacon/sausage & French toast with coffee. Pretty basic breakfast but DELICIOUS nonetheless! French toast was great! I've had many breakfasts here! Looked for photos of the multiple times I've been & I only have 1 photo of day I ate at counter & had French toast (the little purple flower in the vase lol) & the others are the soft opening! Next time more photos! Go have breakfast here, it's great! read more

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Been wanting to try their cinnamon roll and it was deelish! Pancakes were fluffy and the spinach omelette was just that.. full of spinach but very tasty . Service was excellent and the staff is very friendly. I'll be back to try their lunch along with ... a cinnamon roll!! read more

Sunny Side Cafe - Latte Vanilla & Cinnamon RollCinnamon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

The best pancakes ever!! Food is delicious and staff is very nice i have enjoyed all plates ordered.

The place is really well decorated it makes you feel welcome, the staff was attentive and very nice, and the food was very good! We got the ribeye steak and eggs, and the day break everything was delicious! read more

Sunny Side Cafe - Ribeye steak and eggs The Daybreak - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

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June 2023 We've been twice now. We like it, the food is good, fresh & good size servings ( not all over the plate). Both times we went for breakfast. Eggs, hash browns, bacon, pancakes, french toast and a cinnamon roll. My one disappointing take away .. when a restaurant takes one small piece of bread and cuts it in half and calls it an order of toast. That small piece isn't enough when served with a breakfast plate. Then proceeds to charge $2.00 for another piece of toast. The staff is nice & the place is very clean & bright .. obviously much better than Denny's. read more

Sunny Side Cafe - Cinnamon Roll w/Vanilla Bean Icing - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

It was my first time stopping at Sunny Side for breakfast, and the food was good, the service was attentive and friendly, but I'd say the prices are a bit high for what you get. Also, it felt like it took extra long to get our meals! We ordered the Daybreak with French toast, scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, with a side of hash browns, while my daughter ordered the grilled cheese with tomato soup. I received my order way before hers, so my daughter sat there without her breakfast for quite some time. After seeing that they had freshly squeezed orange juice, I decided to order a glass, but I was disappointed to see a partially filled cup when I received it (see picture). For $7, I would expect it to be filled up a bit more, especially when I saw others' glasses being topped off. When I asked our server if this was a "full" glass, she replied with a "Yes." Not sure if I'll be back... read more

Sunny Side Cafe - Partially filled glass of orange juice for $7 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California