We recently discovered the gem that is the Chalkboard Cafe. While staying in Seaside we were looking for a new breakfast spot and are glad that we happened upon the Chalkboard Cafe. Located near the end of a strip mall on Broadway on the Southeast side of the river, this tiny cafe and bakery serves up love and smiles. We were traveling with our two adult children who are on the autism spectrum. Our oldest is gluten free and our youngest, well he identifies as a bull moose and can be about as easy to wrangle. There were plenty of gluten free options for our oldest. Our server Zoe rocking the Wonder Woman tank was a super hero! The owner quickly tuned in to our family being on team quirky and made us feel welcome and at home. Everyone was so friendly! The food? Exceptional! This was our third breakfast out on our trip and the Chalkboard Cafe took the blue ribbon and it was not even close! My youngest had the biscuits and gravy, with a couple of eggs and a sausage patty. He's a charter member of the clean plate club and met the challenge. It was a generous portion. Our oldest had a half order of the B&G and was tempted to have one of the hot from the oven gluten free mini Marion berry pies that the owner proudly paraded around the dining room. Steaming from the oven this Marion berry pie tasted like the best of an Oregon summer. I was glad he shared a couple of bites. It was such a delight that we took a pie home for later! My wife and I shared the traditional eggs Benedict. The eggs were perfectly poached, and topped with a thick piece of ham grounded with their perfect English muffin. The Hollandaise was rich and creamy providing a wonderful coat on top of the egg. Their red potatoes were seasoned just right and were a compliment to the eggs Benedict as they would compliment most any savory breakfast. In addition to the pie we took home a couple their chocolate krinkle cookies which were not gluten free. That's the bad news. The good news is that we did not have to share them! They were heavenly! We get to Seaside at least once or twice a year and the Chalkboard Cafe will be part of our regular dining rotation while visiting. Thanks for the love and excellence! Great job and we are looking forward to our next visit! read more

This place needs ventilation very badly. You will walk out of there smelling like the smoke from a busy kitchen. The soda bagel thing is over rated. I liked the airy texture. But I didn't care too much for the flavor. Genuinely not good. And the cream cheese it came with, zero flavor, which was easily remedied by adding my own salt. The ambience and decor was quaintly charming, at first. But the more I looked the more understood that everything was creepy. Like witchcraft creepy. read more

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Great food, great service! I love the ambience. I'd never been there, walked in and the lady behind the counter was very helpful in showing me where the self serve coffee was at. The pastries looked amazing! I'll be having one this morning. Very welcoming to all. Means a lot to me and I appreciate it! read more

The food here was just strange. I ordered the sliders and I was appalled to see that the "house-made buns" that they came on were just biscuits? Really dry ones at that. My partner ordered a breakfast sandwich with a gluten-free biscuit, but the biscuit was so dry that our entire table was covered in crumbs after they took a single bite. On top of that, their "breakfast sausage" was just a hamburger patty? The final straw for this place is how flavorless everything was. The waitress we had was really nice though! read more

I have been coming to Seaside my whole life, but somehow I missed when this amazing place showed up! Visited for the first time and zero complaints! It was the waitresses second day and it seems both of us were excited about our find of a great place. Food choices were abundant and everything was fresh! It was quick too! I plan to go back often and soon. read more

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Food was incredible! The service and the location is really nice, and it being dog friendly was awesome. The style inside is also great!

Other than the cold wind blowing through the restaurant, the crowded dining area, the horrible food (I ordered the hamburger sliders). Then when I went to leave the owner parked his van so close to my truck and he tried to blame me for parking it so close. I've eaten here twice; first and last time. I will not be back. read more

Friendly service and scratch made food, AMAZING!!!!!! This place is a Gem! Adding that this is yummy because I have to add more characters. read more

Chalkboard Cafe - Great food!!!!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seaside, Oregon

Super nice time here eating brunch. Staff are kind and fun. The food is all made from scratch, and local! I really enjoyed my Crab Swiss Asparagus Quiche. Affordable pricing and tons of good options to choose from. Blueberry pancakes, self serve coffee, and HUGE biscuits! It's a really cozy spot and I love how some of the stuff around is interactive - the tables are really cool and you can draw with the chalk on them. Lovely view and outside seating options. 11/10 read more

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I loved everything about this place. The food was incredible. I had a breakfast sandwich in a homemade soda bread everything bagel. OMG. Could eat that every day. The location is awesome. I loved all the decor, lots of plants and pictures and chalk to draw on your table. The couple employees working were so nice. Definitely be coming back. read more

So yummy!!! We came here once before for lunch, it was awesome! This time had breakfast, and again it was delicious. Zoe was our waitress & she was a sweetheart! We had the breakfast bowl & traditional eggs Benedict- TDF! read more

Chalkboard Cafe - Eggs Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seaside, Oregon

Ladies road trip to the Seaside Oregon coast and while scrolling for food spots, we found Chalkboard Cafe because the biscuits looked AMAZING in the pictures... and they did not disappoint! We bought 2 to save for the next morning with butter and jam, and wow... soft, flaky, buttery deliciousness. We went back on our last day for breakfast and ordered the breakfast bowl with sausage & portabellas -- those mushrooms were SO good! Of course we had to get biscuits & gravy too. And yes... I brought home 3 more biscuits for the road. Definitely recommend! read more

Chalkboard Cafe - Chalkboard table and yes, YOU CAN Write on them! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seaside, Oregon

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We really like this place. Great service and friendly staff. Ambiance is cozy and warm and friendly relooking the canal gives it a coastal European feel. Food was amazing. Well known for their Benedict's. We're visiting but we'll be back. read more

My kids did not like the sliders. No dedicated kids menu. Iced tea was good. Asked for no peppers on my cheese steak but it came with peppers read more

This is a friendly little café right along the water. Food is always delicious and inventive. I had a traditional English muffin-and-egg sandwich with a portobello mushroom. My husband had an egg sandwich with an Irish soda bread bagel. He said it was fabulous. read more

Chalkboard Cafe - A little drawing I made on the table. Yes, you can draw on the tables at the chalkboard Café. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seaside, Oregon

My husband and I escaped Portland for a chilly Monday to the coast. Because my husband loves Philly Cheesesteaks, so this was a must-try. Tucked away off the main drag along the river, this place is a true hidden gem. Even though it was a Monday, it was surprisingly busy, but we were lucky enough to snag a table near the counter (sadly, not a chalkboard table!). My husband ordered his Philly and I opted for the French Dip, and both sandwiches were absolutely delicious! The fresh-baked bread is a huge plus. We also both got the macaroni salad for our side. That was quite good too. Next time I'm in Seaside, I simply must swing by to try more of their fresh baked goods. We chatted with the friendly owners and learned they've only been open for a year. I predict a long and successful future for Chalkboard Cafe! read more

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This is a gluten free GEM. The type of restaurant that after ordering, you turn your head when they bring out someone else's food, over and over again. They are the perfect amount of hidden-well. They have so many options, GF or not, sweet or savory. Also, side note, I LOVE when I see a trainer train with care, the man taking my order was his first day, and the trainer did an excellent job coaching him. Not too stern "do you remember" but a playful balance, she had it. read more

What a great little place! Just off the beaten path. Fresh food made in house which is super impressive. The brunch platter was delicious. Ran by some very friendly people who do good work in their local community. Sort of a Wiccan brunch spot! Highly recommended! read more

Chalkboard Café has absolutely delectable food made by a hard-working and kind staff. My parents, younger siblings and I all adored dining in the uplifting, family friendly environment! We would give it 10 stars if we could. read more

Amazing food, the sweetest couple owns the restaurant, food is all from scratch. Felt like family as soon as we walked in. The atmosphere is cozy and eclectic, Highly recommend the philly, with a side of au jus! read more

Chalkboard Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seaside, Oregon

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Good scratch made breakfast. Loved the oyster Florentine Benedict. Friendly service. Cozy and clean. read more

Chalkboard Cafe - Split Oyster and salmon cake Benedict + Redneck Benedict. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seaside, Oregon

Great local breakfast and lunch cafe in seaside just off the Main Street. Got breakfast here on our way out of seaside during our road trip and had a great experience. The food was good and the staff was super friendly. The cafe dining area is a little smaller but a great little cozy spot to eat or get it as takeout and have breakfast or lunch on the beach during summer. read more

Have you ever gone to the Pig and Pancake and ordered a $16 plate of slop, wolfed it down, and then said, "Oh God, what have I done?" Yeah, me too. That's why I've decided to stop hurting myself and go to the Chalkboard Cafe instead. The difference in quality of ingredients and cooking is apparent in the first bite. It really is a bit jarring. This restaurant makes everything from scratch, and I mean everything. Yesterday my son and I got two burgers and our potato salad and coleslaw sides were like sides my mother would make in her kitchen, not globs of shelf stable Reser's food-paste that were made two states over a month ago and sprayed with mortuary chemicals to stop their decay. The food at the Chalkboard is real food, not fake food, which brings me to my next point, dietary restrictions. If I had any dietary restrictions whatsoever, gluten sensitivity in particular, this would be where I would go for breakfast or lunch in Seaside. Chalkboard has gluten free biscuits and gravy available, delicious GF naan bread made by hand, and gluten free versions of popular bakery goods made in their small kitchen from scratch. Even if you don't have restrictions you can be assured that your meal will have 80% less total ingredients just based on the restaurant's ethics alone. They aren't taking shortcuts, they aren't bringing junk into the building in the first place, so junk never ends up on your plate. The service is stellar, the ambiance is charming and clean. You're out of excuses. You were wondering where you should go to eat, and now you know. Go to the restaurant where the locals take their own families - the Chalkboard Cafe. read more

This is my first time at this location. Services great recommendation was perfect right on time. I will definitely recommend this place. You can get breakfast for lunch lunch for breakfast. read more

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This is super cute place next to the river. They have THE BEST breakfast sandwiches, quiche, pays and Philly sandwiches!! All made from scratch! Owners Ken and Angie truly put passion in making the most delicious food. A must when visiting Seaside! read more

Chalkboard Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seaside, Oregon

Our experience honestly wasn't great and neither was the food. We walked in no one greeted us, I had to ask the woman at the counter if we could sit at a table that was empty. We sat at the table for about 15-20 minutes before I again had to ask her if we could order our food. Mind you she immediately went up to other people taking food orders that arrived way after us. Then an older gentleman was walking around with a tray of pastries that had just come out of the oven. We said we would love one he said okay great, showed the tray to some ladies sitting at a table. Immediately came back out of the kitchen with a pastry and walked right by us to give it to the ladies. Never came back with one for us. Our server never once checked on us or anything. The entire experience was just all around disappointing read more

Food was super yummy and Riley took the best care of us! Could not recommend a better place for breakfast/brunch in seaside!!!! Very much looking forward to trying more of their menu:) thank you Riley!!!!! read more

Charming little spot that my family of 5 loved. Excellent service. My picky 8 yr old said it was his favorite meal in his whole life! Baked goods were top notch, best gluten free muffin I've had. Hot meals were delicious too. And the kids had so much fun coloring on the tables with chalk! read more

The best cheese steak I've had - I had trouble eating it only because they LOADED THAT B UP. Amazing. This place is awesome and if you're in seaside, this is the one. I overheard them saying to the chefs that it was the best Philly I've had and I heard one chef say to the other "great job" read more

Chalkboard Cafe - Our Philly - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seaside, Oregon

The waitress was very welcoming, let us know the specials, and provided great customer service!! We Ordered 2 Philly cheese steaks and red potato salad. You can tell they make our sandwiches fresh, well seasoned, juicy, and soooo cheesy. You can choose who her cheese you like and whatever meat inside. It totally hit the spot after a hike. The place is decorated super cute with many plants, funky art, and posters. read more

Chalkboard Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seaside, Oregon

Went here based on other Yelp reviews, and they were right! So good, best breakfast in Seaside! Lovely service, too. read more

We unexpectedly found ourselves having brunch here today. It was amazing. It's a charming café off Broadway, felt like a hidden treasure and we were the lucky ones. Our party had 3 adults, 2 preteens and a baby. The owner was very accommodating. He and the staff made us feel welcome and comfortable. The food was absolutely delish! Trust him when he says he makes a killer bloody mary, oh and go deluxe... caramelized pork belly with jalapeños? Yes, please! Highly recommend the Salmon Cakes Benedict Go, you won't regret it. We'll definitely be back. read more

I guess if no other cafe is open this is convenient to most hotels. This is an old school cafe and unfortunately it smells like the cooking oil is original as well. That kind of ruins the vibe. The food is ok if you are a fan of smothered style eats- very heavy so if you are watching your waistline, you may want to consider another option. read more

Without a doubt, one of the best cafés that I have ever been to in Seaside. They were so helpful, respectful, and transparent with their food. Head chef took time to come out and go over where they source their food but how they strive for excellence and the idea behind the chalkboard experience. read more

Wow. What an incredible find. Delicious food, great decor...the staff is amazing. Im from Beaverton and plan on coming back again and again!! read more

Food was great and the staff were very generous ! It was really busy when we got there but we still enjoyed our visit .

First impressions of the cafe was the colorful vibes and atmosphere. All staff members were kind and welcoming. It's a place where they all seemed to love to be there at work. Biscuits, Philly cheesesteak, quiche and coffee were all great! The biscuit was out of this world! With some honey and butter. I promise you that it will be the best biscuit you will ever have. And cheesesteak was outstanding. Be careful it was very hot and toasty :) read more

Chalkboard Cafe - Philly cheesesteak - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seaside, Oregon

Cute, quirky place. Food came out quickly, but was disappointed with the bagel (which was more like a flakey biscuit shaped into a bagel) and the small size of the sausage patty (disproportionate to the bagel). The waitress didn't speak much to me and didn't look me in the eyes, which felt off and like I was not welcome. read more

Chalkboard Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seaside, Oregon

Foodie 911! Oregonians need taste bud resuscitation! Walk into a cute restaurant, crowded, hopeful. Order mimosa (pineapple juice a must) and highly-recommended French onion soup. Regular glass, check (redneck-friendly). Ice, really? (Unless you're in a heatwave, but who's counting?). Barely sipped it (my friends understand). Wait for others to receive their food, then...crickets. They're cooking in the fridge (what even?!). Unappetizing, no crock and not hot like at all!!! No flavor, no deliciousness. Total letdown. read more

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The Chalkboard Cafe is quaint and delightful. Lovely location on the water and friendly staff. We even returned just to try another breakfast dish during our long weekend in Seaside. They do take out also. Fresh ingredients, nice seasoning, home cooking. You can taste the freshly baked and prepared sauces. Not the usual mass produced meals. A must try for breakfast or lunch when you're in Seaside. read more