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    The Small Café

    3.9 (359 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Angelina C.

    The cutest darn cafe that gives you that hometown diner feel but with a cool breeze because you're only a couple blocks from the beach. The food is good, and the service is great. Coffee stayed full and hot. I ordered the veggie omelet but forgot to take a picture but the presentation was great. This is my 2nd visit and whenever I'm in the area it's my new go-to.

    Evan K.

    Oof always drove by this cafe and it looks so cute and SMALL! Definitely looked like a vibe and brunch always makes me happy no matter what mood i'm in. Once we arrived we got sat outside and had our fur pup on our lap while dining. They are a dog friendly cafe! I don't exactly remember what I got, it was either an omelet or the special spud ( I think it was the special spud) which was pretty good but I was super scared I was going to get a stomach ache. The potatoes and food was very very greasy. The plate was covered in grease, I feel like they could've at least wiped some of it up but it felt like a puddle in my meal. We overall thought the cafe was average and we never have talked about it ever since :/. Looking at other reviews, they also said their potatoes were drenched in oil.

    Julia J.

    First time come here for lunch with my Lovely. I've driven past this shop for many years on my way to the beach, yet I had never really noticed it before. Today--Easter Sunday--while driving back from the coast, we found that most restaurants were either closed or opening late. When we spotted this place as we drove by, we turned around and stopped in for lunch. The shop is small and simple, yet bright and clean; with all the doors open, the natural light and fresh air from the sea create a wonderfully airy atmosphere. Upon entering, we were warmly welcomed by the very friendly staff, and the menu offered a wide variety of choices. The food was served quickly. What I particularly liked was how little grease there was on the dishes at this establishment. We thoroughly enjoyed my meal . Thanks to the attentive care of the highly responsible staff. Will definitely return in the future to try other items on the menu.

    Leslie Y.

    This cafe is small but mighty. What it lacks in size is more than made up for by service and quality of the food. We found a table inside right away on a busy Saturday morning, and we were attended to promptly even though business was already booming. After we ordered our food, we didn't have to wait long for them to arrive either. The menu might not have exotic and sophisticated selection, but the food was prepared with skill and care. I ordered the Florentine, and I loved every bite. Mine didn't come with the famous hash brown, so I sampled some from my wife's plate. It was indeed delicious and crispy, but not overdone. Parking was interesting in this tiny shopping center, and it fills up quickly. Grab a spot if you're lucky.

    Potato's

    I don't usually leave reviews, but this place honestly disappointed me. I'm embarrassed I even chose to wait and eat here before going somewhere better. I'll start with the one positive: the blueberry muffin was really good. Now the negatives. We ordered the tomato soup and it was extremely salty like overwhelming. We had to send it back. After that, I ordered a burrito with potatoes, and the portion of potatoes was really small (I even took a picture because it was that bad). It honestly made me frustrated. The burrito itself was just okay, nothing special. We also ordered a salad and it honestly sucked barely any dressing and not mixed properly. On top of that, our waitress had a dirty shirt with noticeable stains, which made the whole experience feel even less clean. To make things worse, they still tried to charge us for the soup even though we returned it, which felt really sneaky and unprofessional. The service was just okay at best they never offered refills for coffee or water. Overall, not a good experience.

    Allen G.

    Stopped by for a late breakfast and had a solid experience overall. We ordered the Corned Beef Hash N' Eggs, ABC Omelet, The Club, Biggie Small Burger, and a Michelada. The corned beef hash, ABC omelet, and the Biggie Small Burger were the standouts for me -- straightforward, good flavor, and portioned well. The place has a laid-back neighborhood feel. Staff was friendly without being over the top, and food came out at a good pace even though it was pretty busy. Seating is tight since the café is on the smaller side, but it works for what it is. If you're around the area and want an easy breakfast or lunch without anything too fussy, this is a solid option. I'd go back for those few dishes alone.

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    Sammy L.

    We accidentally stumbled upon the small cafe because they had outdoor seating so we could bring our dogs. What a happy surprise! The staff were all so nice and friendly and the food was absolutely delicious. Fluffiest pancakes ever! The corn beef hash was sooo good. So happy to have found this cozy little local spot!

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    We really enjoyed eating at this cafe, the food was delicious and the staff was very friendly.

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    16 years ago

    REAL corned beef and hash with Eggs. The best around!

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    Thank you so much for your kind words! We appreciate you!

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    I tried the chicken club. Very tasty sandwich would recommend for someone who doesn't want something greasy or heavy.

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    Great breakfast spot- been going here for years and the food never disappoints. Omelets and hash browns are A-1.

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    8 years ago

    consistently great relaxed service and really above average breakfast. Nothing fancy but always a nice experience. Sagan is my favorite.

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    In long beach fir a meeting. Find here on the way.Nice breakfast. Harsh brown potatoes was very fresh. Home made style. Healthy and tasty.

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    Love how great their food is! REAL corned beef hash is amazing. The service is awesome and the prices are very reasonable.

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    11 years ago

    I love this place. Everything I have ever ordered has been delicious. Dinner is always tasty. The staff is very cheerful and welcoming!

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