Outstanding! Food and service were excellent. A quaint spot out of the city. Deep fried French toast is a must try.

This place is legendary. It's been in Sausalito for over 50 years. It's a perfect place for lazy Sunday morning breakfasts. It's famous for the Fred's Millionaire's bacon, which sweet and sticky and yummy, The Swedish which has a hamburger patty, with eggs. Today was a visit for lunch. I ordered the burger, with bbq sauce, cheddar and bacon. If arrived with a load of perfectly cooked French fries, lots of crispy bacon but unfortunately they forgot the cheese. It's still a great burger. And all the breakfast items on the menu are a hit read more

Fred's Coffee Shop - BBQ bacon burger - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sausalito, California

Fred's Coffee Shop is such a great find in Sausalito! It's in a fantastic location and has that classic old-school diner vibe, and the food definitely lives up to it. Parking was easy to find, which is always a win in Sausalito. There were seats available inside, but we chose to sit outside since we had our dogs with us. The patio was comfortable, and the service was quick and friendly, which made the whole experience even better. The breakfast menu has plenty of healthy options alongside all the traditional diner favorites like pancakes and egg scrambles. I ordered the corned beef hash, and my mom went with Fred's Sweet Bacon. Our food came out hot, my over-easy eggs were cooked perfectly, and my mom absolutely loved the bacon--it had the perfect mix of sweet and slightly spicy. Overall, what a great spot for breakfast. We'll definitely be back! read more

Fred's Coffee Shop - Sweet Bacon - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sausalito, California

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Wonderful brunch spot! Really extensive menu with great scrambles, omelettes, Benedict's and a fried French toast! read more

Fred's Coffee Shop - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sausalito, California

I have lived in southern Marin since 1989. I have been to Fred's countless times. I love their fluffy omelettes. They're incredible real Swiss crêpes, the millionaire bacon and the portion sizes are amazing. However, I wanted a quick breakfast sandwich to go and, even though this was a delicious sourdough sandwich, I don't appreciate the high cost. Now everybody would say that's just the way it is. I disagree, if you go by the standard restaurant calculations there is no doubt that $16.35 for a single breakfast sandwich is overpriced and unnecessary. The sandwich took five minutes to make. It had two slices of bacon, one egg, a slice of cheese and two pieces of toast. It didn't come with anything else so if you do the standard restaurant math, they're making 50 to 60% net profit on this sandwich, effectively gouging. This is unsustainable, and I hope restaurants in the Bay Area will consider how expensive they are for how little they provide. Again the sandwich was delicious but should be $9.95 at the most. If you're on vacation and don't mind a pricey tourist trap this is your spot though! read more

Fred's Coffee Shop - The $16.35 sourdough breakfast sandwich. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sausalito, California

Fred's Coffee Shop is such a gem. Never had I ordered a scramble egg and enjoyed it because it would always be dry and overcooked at other cafes, but it was perfection. My toddler also ate a good portion of it so that's a good sign. The classic eggs Benedict was covered in a generous amount of well-flavored hollandaise sauce and a beautifully cooked poached egg. The hash brown had a good crisp without being overcooked or too greasy. The service was friendly, the food came out quick, hot and they had a small parking lot so that was convenient. read more

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Came here for breakfast during a weekend in Sausalito to fuel up before 3/5 food. I ordered the blackstone benedict which I thought was pretty good. The fred's bacon is similar to candied bacon anywhere, but not as sweet. The hashbrowns are excellent. My partner ordered the pancakes and he said that and the syrup had no flavor. The eggs tasted more like water than egg. 5/5 portions and generosity and service and staff, topped us up on coffee multiple times (even though we really didn't want any) 4/5 the vibes give classic American diner, quick service and easy to dine alone or with family in. Can't say I would come back but it's worth checking out if you're looking for a quick and easy meal. read more

Fred's Coffee Shop - Blackstone benedict with hashbrowns - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sausalito, California

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Secret's out. One of the best breakfast spots in Sausalito is now serving dinner (4-9 pm Tuesday-Saturday). If you like Sailors, you'll love the food here. Sergio gives a warm welcome and the staff are full of joy. Beat the rush and come later. Happy hour is from 4-6 pm. I'm always down for a discount. The space is set up with smaller seating for an intimate dinner vibe. The gratis chips and salsa was great. Calamari is served hot, crispy, and with two sauces. The grilled fish tacos is served with two filets, rice, beans, and tortillas on the side. You make your own tacos as stacked as you please. Wash it all down with $6 beer. Yep, best price around. Want another secret? Breakfast menu for dinner is in the making, but you didn't hear it from me. read more

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Don't believe the low ratings on this place, because those reviewers obviously wouldn't know good food if it bit them in the a$$. We found this gem on our way to Muir Woods and glad we did. The food is delicious here. Staff are all super sweet and attentive. The food comes out fast and the portions are huge! They keep your coffee topped off and will make a latte, too. Our waiter was super sweet and kept checking on our food and drinks. He went out of his way to make me a latte, as well. The atmosphere is quaint and old school diner, nothing fancy! But a great vibe to it. Next time we visit we will definitely be back! read more

Fred's Coffee Shop - Corned beef hash - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sausalito, California

Found this cute coffee shop while in San Francisco. There is seating inside & outside. We sat outside (they have heaters outside) & got our order taken quickly even though they were seemed pretty busy. The waiter was so friendly. We ordered French toast & Waffle with Berries with a side of scrambled eggs & bacon, apple juice & plain black coffee. Food was soooo delicioussssss! Tastes just like home cooked breakfast! Can't wait to come back! read more

Fred's Coffee Shop - We ordered French Toast, Waffle with Berries, Bacon, Scrambled Eggs, Black Coffee & Apple Juice - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sausalito, California

Such a great spot in Sausalito! I stopped in for breakfast and it was absolutely delicious--fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. The coffee was excellent too, and the cozy atmosphere made it the perfect place to relax and enjoy the morning. Friendly staff and a lovely vibe. A true gem for a breakfast break! We will definitely come Back . read more

Fred's Coffee Shop - Avacado omelet - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sausalito, California

This place is exactly what I want in a breakfast diner spot. I had the Greek omelette and got the hashbrowns with hollandaise. Everything tasted great and their portions were huge. My friends got the eggs benedict, Fat Fred, pancakes, and their special bacon and they were raving about it. The service was quick and friendly. I will definitely come back next time I visit. read more

Fred's Coffee Shop - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sausalito, California

Place has slipped since last visit years ago. Maybe new ownership? Service. Food quality. Cleanliness. All declined. Not terrible but not what it was. read more

Good food, good service, lovely atmosphere, usually parking in the back. I just miss Ol'Fred! But the current owner keeps it real with very tasty meals. Can't go wrong! read more

Delicious, nutritious & so SO pretty!! Busy little corner Cafe away from the hassle & bustle of the tourist traps. Attentive staff. We sat at an outside table so we could have the pup with us. read more

Fred's Coffee Shop - Veggie scramble with cheese & bacon, potato medley. YUMMMMMM - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sausalito, California

Food: Lemon ricotta pancake 2/5. If you like your pancakes on the slightly chewier/rubbery side, then this one's for you. The flavor of lemon ricotta was barely present, and the presentation of them fell flat for me. Would not recommend. (Side note: all the pictures were taken under a yellow umbrella which is why they look so yellow) Crab omelet: 2.5/5 The ratio of the various ingredients within the omelets was okay, but the crab didn't really stand out within it. The hashbrowns and toast were alright. Classic eggs benedict: 3/5. The benedict itself was good, but could use a little more salt/flavor. It was the potato medley that really stole the show here! The yams and potatoes were fried to a perfect crisp that enveloped its soft, warm interior. Service: 5/5 We (party of 3) came on a somewhat busy Sunday and were seated pretty quickly. Service was excellent; one of the waitresses was very considerate and I appreciate her! TL;DR: Despite the excellent service, I would not come here again. The food is mediocre and not worth it. I could find better brunch spots elsewhere that are around the same price point. read more

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Breakfast Food was amazing. Linguiça sausages are the best. Fresh squeezed orange juice! Yum. Pancakes are thin and tasty. read more

Fred's Coffee Shop - Swedish pancakes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sausalito, California

Very nice people but had the most bizarre egg white omelette. It had about a pound of cheese wrapped in very undercooked egg whites and it was super watery and tasteless. Sweet potato fries were good read more

If you're anything other than a professional food critic looking for specific minutiae and criteria and you give Fred's anything less than 5 stars you should be caned. These folks work hard and it shows. The food is authentic and fantastic every time. Don't come into town one time.And think you're going to make a statement. Enjoy the cozy atmosphere and the authentic diner with the best breakfast (and generous portions). Hope this helps. read more

Fred's Coffee Shop is a quaint diner in Sausalito, CA. The restaurant seems popular, so you'll want to plan ahead when you visit. There is a good chance that you will have to wait in line for a table. I must have been lucky because my husband and I arrived on a Sunday morning and were quickly seated at a table inside the restaurant (there is also outdoor seating available). Our waiter greeted us and took our drink orders while we perused the menu. We soon placed our breakfast orders, I ordered oatmeal and my husband ordered Fat Fred, which is deep fried french toast, and eggs on the side. Our food arrived very quickly; the gentleman at the grill was lightning fast! My oatmeal came with brown sugar, cream and craisins. It was your basic, run-of-the-mill oatmeal - decent but nothing too exciting. My husband, however, raved about the french toast and the eggs. He said, "These are the fluffiest eggs I've ever had!" The portions are huge, so come to the diner hungry. Our waiter was attentive and accommodating. I appreciated his happily giving me a to-go cup for my Earl Grey tea. If you're looking for a great place to eat with plenty of atmosphere, friendly patrons and staff, stop at Fred's Coffee Shop the next time you're in the Sausalito area. read more

Fred's Coffee Shop - Oatmeal with brown sugar, cream and craisins - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sausalito, California

Atmosphere could use some TLC Food was Good. My Cob salad was fresh and crisp, instead of boiled eggs with the salad they topped it with two fried eggs over easy. Fast Service. Surprised, it was different with a runny yolk but I managed to eat it all. My friend had the BLT with a side salad. She said it was perfect. The person bussing tables was throwing those plates and cups into the wash bins pretty loudly...maybe that is part of the ambiance. Looked like people around us were enjoying their omelets and hash browns. Respectable Good Food. read more

Delicious brekkie - corn beef hash and poached eggs are the best in the world! Service is great. Often super busy and note that the opening hours are not posted correctly, it's 7:30-2pm with last orders at 1:30pm, for breakfast / lunch. read more

So many things to like/love about Fred's over the years that have us returning again and again, no matter who owns the place - you know you are going to find solid diner coffee and satisfying breakfast fare. This time dining I chose the 2 eggs over easy with the Hollandaise Hash Browns and I ate every last bite of it, knowing I'd be full but not really caring. Service is friendly and prompt, water glasses and coffee are filled quickly and staff wants to know if the food is good. I miss the communal table but love dining indoors even on a sunny day with the view of the long counter and the grill you know when your order is coming up. It's a local joint - but if you are visiting and want a solid meal before you walk the bridge or Muir Woods, it's a must do too. read more

My two older sisters worked at Fred's when the big fellow was still willingly with us and I've been enjoying their bountiful deliciousness since I was quite young. It's still terrific. Inside info: they now have DINNER! Ask for Mexican specialties like chile verde and asada ~ the chef is fantastic! read more

Fred's Coffee Shop - The new dinner menu at Fred's! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sausalito, California

Never been here before and the lady running the place, instead of greeting, instructing, or even acknowledging our presence, doesn't say anything about having to sign ourselves in. Eventually we figure it ourselves. Mind you this lady kept walking in and out, ignoring us. Eventually my friend asks "how long is the wait time?", to which the lady aggressively replies with "long time, you can't come inside", as if we asked to wait or come inside. We waited outside in the freezing cold for at least 20 minutes along with other parties. When the next party was called, we noticed we were about to get skipped, and somehow our name was crossed out. The other guy who works there and communicates in a foreign language with the rude lady, didn't offer any explanation or apology as to why our name was being skipped. I suspect he was already accustomed to the lady's discriminatory and hostile behavior. So I quickly got the message, yet still made the mistake of walking inside, only because I didn't want to ruin my friend's breakfast and waste that long wait time. Not sure what the lady's problem was. Maybe she only wants a certain type of customer in her cafe. Anyway, I will never come back here. I'll save myself money and from getting discriminated against and just go to the Lighthouse next time for better food with better prices and actual service. read more

I seldom eat lunch in restaurants but I had to check out the breakfast places in Sausalito. This place doesn't look too flashy on the street, and it's not located in the midst touristy part of town. I really wouldn't have noticed it had someone not told me about it saying it's where the locals go. I was also told the sweet bacon is a must try. Well I wasn't disappointed, I ordered the ham and cheese omelet and it was really something special. The omelet had a really lovely creamy texture and everything was cooked prefectly. The sweet bacon was lovely and yes it really is a must try. read more

Fred's Coffee Shop - Ham and cheese omelet and one slice of the sweet bacon. I ate the other one before remembering to take a photo - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sausalito, California

I rarely find myself in Sausalito, but for some reason, I was curious to take the Golden Gate Transit bus from the Salesforce Transit Center to Marin just to see how long it took. It wasn't too bad, but I found myself feeling peckish and wondering where a local might go to gorge. Strolling up Bridgeway, I saw that this cafe was quite the bustling hive of activity. Clearly this was the place to grab a bite from the grill. I could only secure a seat at the counter, which was honestly just fine by me even with elbows flying. Although I was tempted by their generous breakfast plates, I surprised myself and ordered the $18 Tiger Shrimp Salad, which was a bit short on grilled shrimp. The rest of it was fine - spinach, tomato, cucumber, olives, green onion, and feta cheese (photo: https://yelp.to/FpTJxMSq0F). It came with wheat toast and Italian dressing on the side. I had the $4.50 Arnold Palmer to wash it all down (photo: https://yelp.to/C-fgRdnYJz). It's definitely a place where the grill is the center of the action, and the staff was busy flipping eggs, potatoes, burgers and ribeye cheesesteaks. They looked to have a pretty loyal following for breakfast judging by the crowd. I'll need to take an earlier bus. FOOD - 3 stars...pretty good spinach salad with a few shrimp AMBIANCE - 3 stars...busy and packed diner SERVICE - 3 stars...speedy for sure TOTAL - 3 stars...probably need to be a regular to appreciate it RELATED - Exploring the North Bay? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2tIHlkV read more

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Not a super comfy place, nor a cheap eat, but the food was spot on. Every part of my breakfast was just how I like it: The eggs were perfectly over easy, there was enough good quality toast to go with. The hash browns were crispy enough (for how crazy busy the cook was) and the bacon? Three Words: Joe's Sweet Bacon. Do Not Miss. Looking forward to going back AFTER the holiday crush. read more

I am appalled. I was having breakfast with my 1 and 2 year olds. The owners told my 8 month pregnant wife to clean up the eggs that spilled on the floor. Meanwhile the other owner was whispering the f word at me and my family and told me to never come back. Sad way to treat a customer for over 20 years. Traumatizing! read more

Breakfast was very disappointing. Citron French Toast - 3 little triangles of flat bread, no lemon flavor. Ham & eggs - ham had no flavor. Probably been frozen(?). read more

I'm sorry to say that they immediately locked themselves into two stars with me when they put canned corned beef hash on the grill for my order. If I wanted canned, I can go to the store and get it myself. The "crispy" potatoes were only crispy on one side. They have their fans, so good for them. We won't be in anyone's way. read more

My cheese omelette was so fluffy and delicious. BLT sandwich was great! Bacon was great! Waffle was fantastic! Highly recommend! Everyone was friendly and service was quick! read more

Wonderful mom and pop style cafe. American Diner styled food with huge portions. Limited parking and seating. Friendly and fast service. Thanks! read more

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5 stars because it's exactly what you need and want from a (near) seaside diner - quick and friendly service, a cozy interior/exterior, and all the classic brunch dishes done right. I ordered the Fat Fred toast and the Fred's Hashbrown (no Bacon). The French toast was really fluffy on the inside and and super crunchy on the outside - it was lighter than I expected for being deep fried and not too sweet! The hashbrowns were the same crunchy exterior and fluffy interior, and the freshness from the veggies with the creaminess from the mild cheddar made each a perfect bite. The outdoor seating has overhead heaters, perfect for even a cloudy or chillier winter. And we ordered AND got served our food within 15 minutes, so it's peak freshness. Loved my experience! read more

Fred's Coffee Shop - Side order - Fat Fred (one piece) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sausalito, California

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Absolutely disgusting behavior. Avoid this place at all costs. I have never been treated so horribly by any restaurant. Our child accidentally spilled something -- as kids do -- and instead of responding with even basic human decency, the staff swore at us. Yes, swore at a family with a child. And it gets worse: they actually told us to clean the floor ourselves, barking orders at us like we were an inconvenience they wanted to get rid of. I've never seen such hostility or unprofessionalism from people who claim to be in "hospitality." It was humiliating, aggressive, and completely out of line. Mind you-we've been customers there for over 20 years. If this is how they treat customers -- especially families -- then they don't deserve a single dollar of anyone's business. There are plenty of restaurants where the staff understands kindness, respect, and how to behave like adults. This place is NOT one of them. read more

Light, fluffy omelette:-) Diner atmosphere. Attentive service. Parking can be a bit of a challenge. read more

The eggs were so so so so fluffy!! The omelette was so high in protein and healthy. I loved the experience read more

Fred's Coffee Shop - 2 scrambled eggs - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Sausalito, California

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So, it's been years since I've been to Fred's. Probably like 10 years, at least. I've had it bookmarked to go back for quite some time. Let me just say, I was beyond disappointed. I always remembered the pancakes. Huge. Thin. Well, they're shaped the same, but they tasted like glue (yes, I know what glue tastes like; don't you?). They were bland and chewy. The eggs were nasty too. How in the heck do you mess up eggs? Eggs! The bacon was the best thing on the plate. My mom was with me and she gave it the same thumbs down. Apparently Fred's changed ownership some time ago. I wasn't aware. Well, the old owner needs to come back. Whomever is running the joint now needs to resign. Yuck. read more

After a drive thru the golden bridge you need to stop here for a very tasty brunch !! Very friendly staff and flavorful dishes . read more

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Good Eats!!! Fred's sweet bacon & pancakes are to die for... one of the best hollaindaise sauce! Service is good... cooks are well regarded! read more