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    Point Break

    3.6 (566 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    POINT BREAK ATMOSPHERE

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    Divey
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Wings
    Diane S.

    It's a dive bar with food!!! Service is great! Linny was friendly and smart also accommodating! Onion rings were crispy and the right temperature. Wings were the best, many dipping sauces to choose from! Salad was standard and the Bloody Marys were refreshing!

    Jason W.

    Point break cafe is a neighborhood favorite dive bar and comfort food diner all rolled into one. it is spacious and has a full kitchen. I was there on a Sunday during brunch and it was very busy. Nonetheless the kitchen is fast and they are pretty well staffed so food came out pretty quick. I tried the number one house omelette, it was a bit of a creamy mess and the pesto cream didn't really have much flavo. There's also supposed to be artichoke, there wasn't much. I've definitely had better omelettes. Overall, if you're looking for a bar or diner in this area, this does the trick.

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    Fareed S.

    Hidden gem on Shelter Island. Great breakfast spot ; the wraps and buttermilk pancakes were delicious, the pot coffee was strong. Friendly service from the time we entered the restaurant. The decor was a bit dated but gave it a good, retro vibe. Well done.

    Seagull looking for a quick meal on unattended plates...!
    Ian M.

    Nestled in the heart of Point Loma, this place is not fancy, but is a local favorite, especially amongst the sailors and live-aboards. When I still lived here I was within walking distance and came here to eat at least once a week. The service is usually great and the food delicious. The portions are large and easy to split with your date and both will walk away full. My favorite add on to breakfast is their pineapple coconut pancakes. Delish! Beware of naughty sea gulls who will pounce on unattended plates if dining outside, and be ready for dogs trying to attack each other from under tables. It's Cali. Everyone has to bring their dog... Whatever. Just don't bite me and stare me down while I'm eating.

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    Awesome service, friendly staff, good food & drinks & very welcoming & pet friendly . Definitely will recommend this place & brunch is awesome

    Laura M.

    Wow. What a hidden gem. I walked here from my hotel looking for a sit down American breakfast. They delivered on all fronts: food, ambiance, friendless, and options. I am here dying the holidays and it's decorated in a cozy manner. I love it. Will probably be back again before I go home I got the point break breakfast with egg whites. Exactly what I was after

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    Richard F.

    Popular for breakfast. At 7:30am, only three of us, but by 8am, over 30 people. Had the fun breakfast with French toast yesterday and biscuits and gravy this morning.

    Dave L.

    No frills hole in the wall place for locals. Don't expect a tourist destination. Decent food with great almost pre inflation pricing and warm service

    Sheppard Pie with steak fries
    Victoria E.

    We stopped by for lunch before leaving Shelter Island, heading out of San San Diego. It was on a Sunday about 2:30 so a weird time. Main reason we stopped they offer free parking lot and others places charge. Other's post in Yelp "Dive atmosphere " it is but there are tables inside or out and bar top with nice staff members. Theresa answered all our questions and brought out a nice cold beer. Tiki Hubby ordered shepherds pie and I had to try the mozzarella logs as great reviews about them. Well I have to say we were not disappointed. Cheese logs had a delicious crispy light crust that was cooked perfectly so as biting into you get a warm gooey soft cheesy stringy taste with a fresh homemade tomato dip. So good I hated to share. I did share tiki hubbies shepherd pie, a really large casserole dish with bubbly hot thick gravy topped with mashed potatoes and cheese. The filling was dark gravy filled with chucks of lamb, peas, carrots, green beans with your choice of a side , so good. See the photos. Delicious and great choices

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    Great food at reasonable prices. Very casual and great crowd of loyal customers. Service is great and I would love this place fully.

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    Great food, friendly staff, nice atmosphere... very reasonable...easy parking ,highly recommended !!

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    Delicious food- had the Benedict and biscuits and gravy. Everyone was happy with their food. Service was friendly.

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