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    Sha Swirl Cafe & Bakery

    3.9 (37 reviews)
    Closed • 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Kelly W.

    OMG! This place was my breakfast dreams! So many fun options for breakfast dishes! There were six of us in our party and everyones food looked SO good, even the kids meals were amazing! I had a very hard time choosing what to get because everything sounded so good. I ended up with the amaretto french toast and I think it might've been the best french toast i've ever had! We ate there a few weeks ago and I still think about that french toast! One of the kids got pancakes with sprinkles on them which was adorable! The salmon Benedict looked fantastic too! I really wish I lived in NJ so I could go back to this place, it was amazing! If you live near this place you are missing out if you don't go check it out!!

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    Diana J.

    This place is a local treasure. If you are looking for speciality pancakes and French toast this is your place. I ordered the stuffed almond French toast which was more like a five star dessert. The French toast was stuffed with sweet cream cheese and almond paste with a crunchy coating and topped with homemade whipped cream. The portion was huge and could easily feed two people. My husband. Got the pumpkin pancakes topped with their homemade whipped maple cream which were light and fluffy and delicious. We had a side of bacon which was perfectly cooked. Our food came out in a timely manner and the service was excellent. This restaurant is almost 40 minutes from our house but is definitely worth the trip. If you are looking for speciality pancakes snd French toast this is your place.

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    Mike M.

    A really nice entry into the ever competitive jersey shore brunch scene. The creative egg, pancake and French toast offerings are as attractive as they are tasty. They even offer delicious sausage patties. My only complaint is that most of the pancake and French toast creations are far too sweet. A nutty, grainy entry would be welcome. The prices are also a bit high - especially considering egg tariffs. The staff, however, is terrific.

    Apple stuffed french toast
    angela g.

    What's the scoop?!? For those that are locals, you'll know that Sha Swirl was previously named Sheas. This spot is a local favorite and notorious for its specialty breakfast dishes; ESPECIALLY their pancakes and French toast. Get to it!: I tried their apple stuff french toast and it was a dream. Think apple pie filling married a cinnamon bun cream cheese frosting...delish! A sweet dish, filling, and fireworks for your tastebuds. For my sweet and savory friends, get a side of bacon. You're welcome . Parking: parking fills up fast. Carpool if you can because there is no neighboring street parking. If you're not there early, you'll wait! As you know, all good things are worth the wait though! If you're hangry like me, don't go starving (if you do have to wait-bring an emotional support snack). As always, I'm excited for you! -A

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    Yvonne R.

    Great experience. The food was delicious service was attentive. Beverage service was prompt and ready to refill. The decor is ok. A lodge style with a little country kitchen vibe. A fake fireplace would really add to the inn like feel. Back to the food... everything was raved about and the portions were great. The coffee was like that bitter yucky diner coffee, so you can pass on that. The new orleans egg Benedict was fantastic!! I hope when I return with friends they don't disappoint. Whoever is in the kitchen on a Tuesday afternoon made me a fan. Crab and shrimp with peppers awesome. The pancakes were huge! They were pleasing to the eaters. The choice of potatoes Cajun or with onions were a compliment to each dish. Love the place and definitely a revisit. The pancake prices were a bit high for 2 pancakes, and the awful coffee, are the other reasons I didn't give it a five..if I could give a 4.5.. that is my vote. I'm going back, but not for pancakes.

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    Heather S.

    Visited Sha Swirl with a friend and let me just say I'm SO happy Sheas recipes are back. Got the cinnamon swirl pancakes which are to die for. Also got a side of home fries which also are to die for. We did have a bit of a wait, but that was to be expected. Definitely will be back very soon!

    Pancakes with cream cheese drizzle and homemade whipped cream

    The food was amazingly decadent! I usually go for healthy breakfast options but with stuffed French toast, cream cheese drizzle and homemade whipped cream, I had to go big! No regrets! What a treat! Service was impeccable too. Nice homey atmosphere.

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    Elizabeth K.

    I NEVER post my food. This is our first time here and we will be back! The food was incredible. I had the Swirl's Seafood Omelet. Portions were big. Wendy and Frank, the owners already feel like family. Service was terrific. They brought us their warm Signature Cinnamon Swirl Pancake. I had the Swirl's seafood omelette. Fresh lump crab, shrimp, scallions, tomato's and hollandaise sauce. 18.99, which was was terrific. HIGHLY recommend.

    Shante A.

    I think they topped my list for best pancakes I've ever had.. this was my second trip back.. first trip I had the bananas foster this time I tried the strawberry fosters.. yes strawberry fosters who knew.. and I always have the best waitress!

    Mexican omelette!! Who doesn't like tacos for breakfast ?!
    Dave F.

    Good to know this local spot made a comeback ! Everyone missed this little spot while it was gone a lil while

    Mmmmmm strawberry cheese cake pancakes

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    Great people, great atmosphere, and great food. Excellent find! Thank you for a great start to the day!

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    Food was delicious and service could not have been better. Atmosphere is light and airy. Will definitely be back and highly recommend.

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    7 months ago

    Service is terrible ! Breakfast places should be quick ! Took way too long ! We won't be back

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    10 months ago

    The food was amazing! Every bit as good as its predecessor, Shea's, just up the road.

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    2 years ago

    So happy to see this place back!!!! I can't tell you how much I missed your almond stuffed french toast! EXCELLENT!!!!!

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    Side blackened chicken breast

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    Reeds Bay Restaurant - Yes, a saddle who knows why.

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    First time here, and I was expecting better based on the reviews. Entrance, tables, chairs, and…read moreambiance were as I expected. Ordered New England Clam Chowder. Served quickly and hot in a big, wide bowl. It looked good. Had small, irregularly sized potatoes and chopped carrots. The broth was a little thicker than I imagined or had tasted before in other restaurants, or in the one I make. Clams were tiny and, as you'd expect from a can. Not fresh clams. In fact, you can put all the clams found in chowder in a single tablespoon. Even found a whole bay leaf in it, which should have been removed before serving it. So, how is the chowder? I've had better from canned chowder, and the one I make is way better. Zero stars for the chowder. Next up is the Turkey platter with sliced turkey (hard and dry), 1 ice cream scoop of mashed potatoes (ok, nothing special), 1 ice cream scoop of stuffing (totally disgusting, and had corn in it), string beans (with vine still attached), gravy (terrible), and a little cup of cranberries (decent). Total fail. The waitress was ok, though stopping by every 5 minutes to ask if everything was good was quite annoying. The 'ice water gentleman' was great. You never asked for water, and when the glass was 1/2 empty, he was there refilling it. Great job! The final score of 2 stars is for the historic inn's ambiance and layout. We won't be back, and do not recommend.

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