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Shoreline Coffee Shop

3.8 (406 reviews)
Open • 7:30 am - 2:30 pm

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What's the vibe?
Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Huevos
amy T.

Shoreline Coffee Shop has been in the same location for years, and some menu items have been longtime staples. My favorite easy order has always been the huevos rancheros, but sadly, things have changed. The coffee is mediocre, portions feel small for the price, and the huevos rancheros have lost the delicious flavors that once made them so good. It's disappointing to see a once-awesome diner turn into more of a grab-your-food-and-go experience. One more thing: don't bring your dog to the patio expecting to give it water in a bowl. Apparently, someone called the health department, and dogs aren't allowed, even outside.

Breakfast menu

This is a local coffee shop that is a must go to if you live in the neighborhood or just visiting. It's got great breakfast menu as well as a lunch menu simple good quality food including some items w/ Mexican twist. I had the Mexican Cobb, which was tasty had fresh ingredients, including avocados in a Mexican oil and vinegar dressing. I had to have a coffee and small but unlimited refills. I finished the meal with one of their house made cinnamon rolls, scrumptious. The staff was friendly, efficient, quick and attentive. Parking was easy because it was reserved adjacent to the restaurant. They have a patio that you can enjoy many days of the year. The prices are reasonable. I'll be back to support this local business!

Breakfast salad w poached
Daniela O.

Even though this place is tucked away in a hidden parking lot area, it gets pretty crowded on weekends. I went early Saturday morning with a friend, and we were pleasantly surprised by how quickly everything moved we were seated right away! The staff was so kind and welcoming, and they gave us great recommendations. I had a breakfast salad that I absolutely loved I enjoyed every "leaf" of it My friend ordered the chilaquiles divorciados, and we both had coffee to go with our meals. I'm really glad we decided to try this spot. It has such a friendly, family-oriented vibe, the prices are fair, and the food is delicious. Thank you for such a great experience!

Stack of pancakes
Emily W.

Casual and cute little diner with inside and outside seating. Parking was easy! Came in when it was fairly busy and still had very quick service! Food was out in 5-10 mins once we placed our order. Everyone was very attentive and kind.

Alice's special (subbed toast for english muffin) and no frills French toast
Isabel T.

Ordered: Alice's special with scrambled eggs and subbed the toast for an English muffin, and the no frills French toast. Also got a coffee. Highlights: No wait around 11am on Friday. Servers were nice and quick! Food was straight forward and just what we needed after hiking Muir Woods for a bit. Notes: I'd say it is pricier (about $40 for everything) but overall good. I'd come back if I were ever in the area (seems like a classic local spot)!

Hash brown
Terence T.

The place was bustling as we came in, seems to be a local favourite and on a nice warm morning the vibes are great to stop for a bite Hash browns were pretty standard, what more do you want from it? My main was the pork belly salad. Unfortunately this is a pretty small dish to be considered with the other breakfast mains, and for its price tag. This would make side salad at best, ingredients wise there are few, the pork belly either was too small to get a good mouth feel or just lacked flavour. Wolfed this down with the hash browns and was still very hungry, I'd recommend another dish

Mexicali Blue Burger
Tara M.

Just outstanding! Came here after hiking with a few folks and we were able to get a nice table on the patio. The service was excellent, everyone was very friendly. I ordered the Mexicali Blue Burger and it was probably one of the best burgers I've eaten. The meat was perfectly cooked, the cheese sauce was just incredible, and even the bread was the right texture. I got a chance to taste the Smash Patty Melt and it was extremely flavorful, great texture as well. Shoreline Coffee Shop is just a sweet spot in a great location with an incredible vibe. I will absolutely be back.

Coffee & Pancakes
Jay D.

Yummy breakfast, lots of choices, great bottomless cup of coffee, & awesome service! We split the blueberry pancakes for an appetizer and then had the Tennessee Valley Toast - sautéed kale avocado toast that was Amazing! Also had an order of the Smoked Salmon Scramble. Both were awesome! Would absolutely be back to this quintessential retro diner!

Seasonal burrito
Lily C.

One of the hidden gems in Marin. This is my must stop breakfast stop whenever I'm in the area. The place is no frills; just pure good vibes and amazing food

Andres N.

Had breakfast here during my stay in Mill Valley and loved the old school diner feel. Got quickly seated in a booth, diner coffee was great and had a classic American breakfast with eggs, hash browns, bacon, toast and a pancake. Service was friendly, food came out hot and fast. The bacon here was exceptional. Will definitely return when back in the area. They also have outdoor seating. Seems like it gets really busy during peak hours, we got lucky and arrived just as a table was leaving. No complaints and really enjoyed it!

Kale Salad
Matt J.

The first thing that strikes you walking through the doors is the exceedingly charming retro diner vibe. That aesthetic alone makes a meal here worthwhile. Luckily, the service and food largely lived up to that initial impression. The servers made me feel like a regular on my first visit and I felt right at home amid the old school diner trappings. My kale salad did almost everything well, but 1) I wish they offered a vegetarian protein add-on; 2) I wish the tomatoes were cut more thoughtfully than what you'd find at a cafeteria; 3) the dressing wasn't spicy as advertised on the menu. Despite those nits, I'd wholeheartedly recommend a trip to Shoreline and look forward to returning.

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Wonderful family atmosphere. Excellent food all the time. Owners are fabulous. Highly recommend.

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Food. Coffee. Service. The best. This a must. Discovered recently and now it's a go to for breakfast.

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Variety of breakfast and lunch options staff members work well together like the local vibe

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