It's our first time at pipes Café Cardiff on Liverpool Drive. We got the pipes burger. It was so good. The fries are great too. They're like steak fries. read more

Pipes Cafe - Liz - American Near Me - Cardiff, California

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The conversation between my husband and I usually starts with one of us wanting a donut, which automatically leads us to VG's in Cardiff. But then while we're driving up there, we know how tempting Pipes is...and it's right there, so we always go to Pipes first. It's such a simple concept but the location is pretty awesome to take in the coastal air, the food is comforting and delicious, the coffee is always good and you have plenty to choose from and the staff is always friendly. My hubby got the sausage skillet which came with their famous breakfast potatoes, eggs, pieces of sausage, cheese and avocado slices on top. I went outside my usual order of the combo or burrito and instead ordered the breakfast tacos. The tacos are served 3 to an order with corn tortillas, eggs, bacon, tomatoes, onions and cilantro with a side of salsa. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu and must get a cup of coffee alongside it. Their Kona, Milky Way and Vanilla macadamia nut roasts are my go-to's. read more

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Super service, delicious burritos, amazing view! This is a must in Cardiff. Parking was tough but totally worth it.

Great location but when it comes down to the food or at least the eggs this is amateur stuff. Cool and friendly staff with food run straight to your table. Can't complain The ambiance is also unmatched, nothing beats enjoying breakfast with view of the ocean peaks in the back ground. The eggs scrambled were just improperly cooked. Overcooked in fact. And you can tell they didn't add any butter like I'd asked. :/ Melding cooks. With lowered standards this place is an easy 10/10. Pipes hasn't earned the 5 stars because the eggs weren't good. Super average tastes like a 5 year old made them I feel sick after eating this I wish I could return it and get my money back. I wish I didn't eat it read more

Pipes Cafe - American Near Me - Cardiff, California

Grew up going here and it's very good. Not a ton of seating and it does get really busy. The french toast and bacon is really good. The potatoes and eggs are okay. The potatoes are good with the bell peppers, onions, and cheese but I prefer crispier potatoes and when they're cut smaller, these ones are really big. They put eggs on their cheese which I like. The big breakfasts are huge and plenty to split. My fav items are definitely the french toast, pancakes, and bacon! Would love to try a breakfast burrito next time. Their menu is the same as konos in PB and food tastes exactly the same! read more

Okay this place is so awesome!!! If you are reading this I'm telling you come here for breakfast and look no further. We ordered the scramble and the breakfast burrito. I loved my scramble, however after trying the breakfast burrito I immediately realized I should've also gotten the burrito. This was the best breakfast burrito I've ever had! Eggs, potatoes, sausage, and avocado made this burrito absolutely incredible. I already wish I could come back and get this burrito. They also have a full service coffee bar with espresso. So plenty of options here read more

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Fantastic place for breakfast quick service - don't let the line scare you great menu - pipes sandwich is a local staple this place will be here in 100 years serving the same awesome items - pipes potatoes - burgers are killer. i could go on. read more

Simple breakfast cafe. Good food. Beach vibe. Nothing fancy, but there is a reason its full every weekend. We had a massive sausage and egg burrito. Our dog enjoyed the puppy friendly patio, and I leisurely finished a nice caramel latte to warm my soul on a slightly chilly morning. read more

Pipes is a fabulous place to go to breakfast when you are camping at San Elijo or any other time that you're up in Cardiff. Pipes is a great place to eat breakfast. Their breakfast burritos are just amazing --number one with the sausage and the avocado is a so good and large enough to split with my husband. We also enjoyed their açai bowls with the banana cut banana and the option to add peanut butter. Their egg sandwiches are also tasty. When I can pry myself from their breakfast burritos, their French toast is a solid choice. Their coffees are spot on and you have different media and dark roast options. they also have a delicious chai tea latte. Service is friendly and prompt. Dogs are welcome outside. We heard they have good burgers and chicken sandwiches but we have not yet tried them! read more

Love the food here. Great after a night out. Portion sizes are great. Prices are great. Atmosphere is what you expect. Friendly locals and right by the beach! Gets pretty busy during the summer months! Great place to go to after or before a surf sesh! read more

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Been going here since I was a wee lad. I always get the French toast or occasionally the number three breakfast burrito. The French toast always slaps. read more

The staff was very helpful and gave a good description of their food when we had questions about it. I had the grilled cheese with fries, my fiance had the tuna stack sandwich and my friend had the egg muffin sandwich. Everything was tasty. read more

Service is great! Super cute place to hang out and enjoy the sun! Breakfast, lunch, coffee drinks and shakes! Come and enjoy!

If you're a fan of retro vibes and delicious breakfast food, Pipes is the spot for you. This place overlooks the ocean & the food here is seriously good. The # 1 burrito with sausage and avocado is hands down the best thing on the menu and my personal fave b burrito in north county. It's massive and stuffed with all the good stuff. But if you're feeling something sweet, don't pass on the French toast plate loaded with eggs and bacon. It's like a breakfast dream come true. And if you're a coffee lover, you can't miss the coffee bar. Trust me, the ice blended coffee is way better than Starbucks. It's like a little slice of heaven in a cup. It's the perfect spot to enjoy a lazy breakfast with friends or family. Go early. So if you're in the mood for some seriously good breakfast food and coffee, with a side of ocean views and retro vibes, Pipes is the spot for you. Just don't blame me if you find yourself coming back every weekend for that number one burrito fix read more

Pipes Cafe - French toast - American Near Me - Cardiff, California

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Cool little spot we dropped into for breakfast. The service was great, and we loved our breakfast burrito. Check them out!!

Pipes is a very sweet, small local cafe/burger stop. Very "no frills" with great breakfast menu and friendly service. I didn't try the burgers. There's a small outdoor patio. If you're passing through Cardiff-by-the-sea, worth a stop by. read more

I've been visiting Pipe's for nearly 30 years and it's easily my favorite breakfast spot ever. I love the veggie scrambler served with Pipe's potatoes (which are to-die-for) but the Pipe's egg sandwich is also really tasty. Friendly staff and a beachhead vibe make for a fun atmosphere. read more

Pipes Cafe - Veggie scrambler with Pipes potatoes - American Near Me - Cardiff, California

My absolute favorite place for breakfast ! I would drive from LA to there just for a breakfast burrito! Muffins and the fresh oj where awesome too read more

Good breakfast, and good coffee. Family friendly. Great customer service. Nice outdoor seating. read more

Pretty solid spot to grab breakfast. The food is good, the prices are decent, and it's a laid back atmosphere. We got the breakfast sandwich - overall very tasty, my only complaint is the cheese! I wish they used higher quality cheese. If I order this again, I won't get the cheese. But, a yummy sandwich nonetheless! I loved the English muffin. We also got a strawberry banana smoothie, and loved it! Even though the line to order can be long, it goes by pretty quick. Definitely check this place out, but keep in mind parking is hard to find. read more

Pipes Cafe - Breakfast sandwiches and strawberry banana smoothie - American Near Me - Cardiff, California

I haven't been to pipes in years due to parking and the hour and my work schedule. But so delicious and just as I remembered. A generous portion of cheesy potato's and veggie omelette with a well buttered English muffin. Service was fast. read more

Pipes Cafe - Veggie scramble - American Near Me - Cardiff, California

Pipes Café makes the best scrambled egg burrito you will ever find anywhere. Delightful small café near Seaside Market.

Great food! Reasonable prices. The "Big Breakfast" is actually quite big so bring your appetite. The lattes are amazing and service is super friendly. We will definitely come back when we are in the area. Dog friendly as well so there are tons of cute pups! read more

Insane breakfast burritos! Worth the line. The sausage egg and avo is my favorite. Do not park in the seaside parking lot or you'll get towed... their plate breakfasts are good, too but the burritos are enormous and have so much flavor. Definitely recommend when you're by the beach and looking for a good breakfast. read more

Huuuuge servings. This place is always busy, pre covid and still is. We usually order to go so we can take our food and enjoy at home or along the beach. Parking can be difficult since it's across from a grocery store, but you can usually find a street parking near by. Ask for extra salsa if you get their burritos! read more

I've never had a bad experience at Pipes. The staff is kind, the line goes fast, and the coffee/breakfast food is the best I've had in San Diego. Great vibes all around & the ocean is a walk away. My go-to order: #1 burrito with bacon & sausage and an iced Milky Way mocha with almond milk read more

Had a great breakfast plate with eggs, sausage, cheese and avocado. So much food we ended up splitting it.

Food was so fresh and tasty!! Coffees were perfect. Sitting outside felt amazing and the vibe is so relaxing!

Love this place. Family told us to try it for breakfast. It was amazing and the workers were so nice. The helpings are huge and delicious so bring your appetite. Great spot near the beach and you can see the campground. We were in town for a wedding. With live in Los Angeles County area. read more

How can I say more great things about this wonderful establishment that haven't been said. It's in the perfect beach spot, has the nicest employees (hey Dana!) and the best breakfasts and cheeseburger EVER. We've been coming here for 25 years and have always had a great meal - and the portions are big. So another updates shout out for the best beach burger in NoCo SD. Never change! read more

Delicious, huge breakfast options with a simple menu. I grew up around the corner and Pipes has been consistently great as long as I can remember. read more

I drove a hour and a half to bring my dog to a specialist downtown the street and had already eyeballed this place as a potential breakfast spot but once a employee there also recommended I get breakfast there, I was sold. I grabbed the veggie scramble and a table on the patio and it was perfect! The food was VERY good and the portion was huge, definitely shareable, I was sad I had to throw almost half away since I couldn't eat it all myself and wouldn't have a fridge to store leftovers in. Would love to come back again in the future. COVID was still going on while I visited, but aside from the patio, the restaurant itself is very open to the outside, very airy, and employees were wearing masks and wiping tables and chairs quickly key when guests left read more

Pipes Cafe - Veggie scramble + avocado - American Near Me - Cardiff, California

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Fun little breakfast place. Breakfast burrito and the veggie scrambler were excellent. Staff is friendly and keep the line moving. Great place first breakfast or a coffee. read more

Legendary local breakfast spot. They get busy but the line moves very quickly. Lots of outdoor patio seating or you can get takeout--the beach is just a block away. Their breakfast sandwiches are good but their breakfast burritos are even better. The scrambled eggs inside the burrito are so creamy and delicious, it should be a crime. The burritos aren't crazy long but they are super fat and stuffed with goodness, just like yours truly. Lots of fancy coffee drinks, too. read more

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We wandered by this cute beach-themed place on our recent getaway. You order at the counter and the man there was so kind and patient with us. He filled our coffee order and told us to come back for free refills, if we needed. We ordered the breakfast burrito #2, which was egg, bacon, potato and cheese. He asked if we wanted the hot sauce in the burrito or on the side. I found that very considerate. The burrito was huge, so I'm glad we shared it...delicious!. I can see why it's such a popular place-- we saw couples, families with kids, cute dogs and older people all enjoying breakfast together. What a wonderful world! read more

The outside menu caught my attention as there were some yummy sounding breakfast and coffee choices. As I already had breakfast I stopped by for coffee. FYI there are two separate lines one to order food and the order for coffee. The lady taking and making the coffee orders was super friendly with a fun personality. She worked with my dairy intolerance in making the drink that I wanted. In order to make my coffee dairy free we went with the Abuelita grounded chocolate and oat milk. I know this chocolate is sweet and was hoping the coffee was strong enough to lessen the sweetness. Plan did not work out as the coffee was not strong enough and all I could taste was the Abuelita chocolate. I thought it was just my selections that made my coffee fall flat, but my other friends who also ordered coffee did not like their drinks. Can't say for sure what made all our drinks fall flat as we all ordered with different milk options and flavors. The lady taking our order was amazing so the customer service is there. If I am in the area I would try them again for breakfast food options, but not coffee. read more

Truly one of my all time favorite spots in Cardiff that is forever slinging a "piping" hot breakfast! I always visit Pipe's when I'm in town. It's simple and fresh breakfast food done extremely well and always served on a semi-hefty paper plate (don't say I didn't warn you about it's semi-heftiness). Ask for a piece of foil if you don't finish all your grub!! The service is laid back and friendly yet minimal - which I enjoy, quite frankly. You order at the counter and in less than 8 minutes (time it, I dare you) someone calls your name and there arrives your hangover cure. You can't go wrong with any menu item - I've had or tried (more like stole a bite of) everything on the menu. Bacon's always crispy, cheese is always melted, veggies are always fresh and the Pica salsa is always a little spicier than I remember. Be sure to head to Pipe's for a hunger crushing brekky with the locals & the surfer bros read more

Pipes Cafe - Ham Scrambler - no cheese potatoes & Kona Coffee - American Near Me - Cardiff, California

My mom said her hamburger was a 3/5. If she hadn't I would give this place a one star. The service is good and the location is amazing, ocean views!! Unfortunately the food left a lot to be disappointed over for me. I was amazed at how flavorless the eggs and potatoes in my big breakfast were. Coffee was bad but that's par for the course for most cafes. French toast tasted just ok after slathered with butter and syrup. Only thing they got going for them is a big portion size, maybe nice after a surf sesh when you don't care about taste and just need the cals. read more

The bacon breakfast burrito was delicious! Probably one of the best I had in the area. Definitely coming back here for the breakfast burrito. read more

Pipes Cafe - French toast - American Near Me - Cardiff, California

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A cozy surf themed breakfast spot located close to the ocean with nearby local establishments. Pipes has a simple menu, but you will find exceptional service, pleasant employees, and a relaxed atmosphere. Our food came out fresh, hot, and my scramble must have had at least 5-6 eggs in it! The coffee can either be made at the bar or self-served, and it is unlimited! This business does not yet offer a military, first responder, or veteran discount. read more

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