Southshore Cafe, Alameda This is a small, feel-good diner! There are a bunch of regular's here and you can tell everyone seems to know everyone here. What we ordered: Pork Chops from the Breakfast section and Joe's Special: Sauteed Ground Beef with Onions and Spinach. Both were delicious with big portions. The coffee's are continually refilled! This place feels very warm and welcoming. The staffs are always checking up to make sure things are doing great! Food was hot and delicious! We had a great experience dining here and would come back again! read more

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I was in Alameda and craving breakfast, so I searched for a nearby spot and this restaurant came up. I specifically wanted chicken and waffles. Ordering was a little challenging because chicken and waffles aren't offered as a meal on the menu, so I had to order everything à la carte. I ordered the chicken wings, which came as a plate of six. They were fried very well and had great seasoning. Unfortunately, there was a lot of fat under the skin, which made them difficult for me to eat. The waffle, however, was cooked really well--soft and fluffy with crispy edges. It does have a distinctive flavor that's different from traditional waffle batter. If I had to guess, it tastes like baking powder is used. I really enjoyed the seating. I was able to sit in a small corner nook by myself, which I appreciated. The staff was friendly and attentive, and the overall vibe felt like a family-oriented, local neighborhood restaurant. read more

Southshore Cafe - Chicken and waffles - American Near Me - Alameda, California

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Staff and Service: - Staff was quick to clean tables and make sure we got seated right away - Once we ordered, it was a little difficult to get staff attention (all tables were full and they were quite busy) to get water and pay the bill Food and Drinks: - Cheese omelette: standard omelette - Blueberry Pancakes: comes with 2 or 3. I ordered 2 and they were filling (couldn't finish them) - Hashbrowns: on the crispier side (depends on how you like your hashbrowns if you'll like these or not) Miscellaneous: - Plenty of parking available via a parking lot - Make sure to check out the specials board (the table next to us ordered loco moco, and it looked good) read more

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Food was decent. I had the Corn Beef Benedict which I thought was tasty. The place seemed nice. Similar to many hole in the wall diners. The waitress filled my drink consistently which I thought was nice. I would come back if I'm in the area. read more

Southshore Cafe - American Near Me - Alameda, California

We just dined there and it was very nice experience. The food was good and staff was nice and friendly. We were sat quickly and tended to in decent timing. The atmosphere was very old school diner but everything was clean. read more

This place is located on the outskirts of Shoreline Shopping center. You'd miss it if you didn't know it's there. We came on a Sunday around noon. There were probably 6 other people in line when we got here. We were surprised the we only waited less than 10 mins before we got seated. Service was top notch. We ordered and received our food pretty quickly. I ordered the veggie omelette. It was as big portion served over hash browns and a side of toast. Zach ordered the veggie sandwich with a side of fries. Everything was as good as brunch would get. We've been here a couple times now and we love the service and the food. Best brunch place in Alameda in my opinion. read more

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It doesn't look like much from the outside, but the parking lot is always full. It is w weekday and there are only a few tables open at 12:30pm. It is a lovely mom-and-pop type business, with a young man greeting and getting you set up. A decent homestyle menu with a few Vietnamese offerings. Get it? I thought of the loco mofo, but threw down with fish and chips. Nothing spectacular, but decent nonetheless. I studied the menu a bit more and already have plans to return. read more

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Oles waffle shop takes away all the shine from this diner feel cafe. It's moms and pops. It's decor-less. It's no frills breakfast spot. It's my kind of breakfast stop when you don't want to deal with all the fancy modern over-priced brunch spots! Food: The waffle - let me tell you how buttery, crispy, and chewy this waffle is, like one of the best I had Hash browns were done right crispy. Eggs were over easy Corned beef hash was good. Service was good too. Looking forward to come back. read more

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Solid, Standard breakfast fare. Their prices have gone up a few dollars (understandably) but otherwise large portions and fast, friendly service. Good alternative for weekend brunch versus Ole's or Jim's! read more

Southshore Cafe - Loco moco - American Near Me - Alameda, California

It can get crowded and busy so sometimes you may need to wait. The staff are super nice. Definitely love the homey vibes. The blueberry pancake came HOT and delicious. It came with two eggs and two strips of bacon. I got coffee and the staff makes rounds to see if you want a refill. I definitely want to try other things on their menu. read more

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Southshore Cafe 531 S Shore Ctr W Alameda, CA 94501 (510) 523-3663 Nov 06, 2025 After finishing my laundry at Launderland South Shore, I headed over to South Shore Café and ordered the Loco Moco with a sausage patty. The portion was very generous--I even asked for an extra plate so I could divide it and take the other half home. The café is cozy, the staff were welcoming, and the food came out flavorful and satisfying. It was a perfect stop in between errands, and I'd happily return. read more

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Classic old school diner that gives a nostalgic warm feel. Ive been a customer at this specific diner for years and can proudly vouch for their breakfast menu. Their portion sizes are generous and filling! Hash browns are crispy, pancakes fluffy, and french toast just the perfect amount of sweet. Workers are super accommodating and check in on their tables. Majority of the people here are families and older folks, but that's when you know the food is authentic and homey. It gets pretty busy on weekdays and weekends but I've never had to wait too long for seating. read more

Southshore Cafe - belgian waffle with 2 eggs and 2 link sausages - American Near Me - Alameda, California

Amazing food! The service was great and the best pancakes I have ever tasted :) Good ambiance and breakfast plates were all fully portioned. Overall, will come again soon :) read more

Staff is very friendly. Very packed on Saturday mornings. Food is good and a good place for breakfast food. read more

Southshore Cafe - French toast, eggs, bacon - American Near Me - Alameda, California

We came in today after seeing so many great reviews on Facebook. We used to come here often years ago but haven't been back for many years. We had a wonderful meal. The prices can't be beat and the food and service were good. I especially liked the way they served the fruit (half a banana in peel, large hunk of cantaloupe and watermelon). My dad had bacon and eggs and thought they were excellent especially for $10.95!! We will definitely be back. The outside looks a little uninviting but the inside was neat and clean and exactly how I remembered it. read more

We been coming here for a very long time. My family and I would often come here on the weekend to have brunch together. Great service. The food here is delicious. It does get quite busy during rush hour but the wait isn't long. I always get the same thing when I come here. Family friendly restaurant. read more

Southshore Cafe - Spam fried rice - American Near Me - Alameda, California

This place is my on the under go to when I'm in need of a cheat day breakfast. The corn beef Benedict is my go to every time. It's hardy, flavorful and worth every dollar read more

Solid diner experience! The service and ambiance is warm and feels like you're eating a family friend's house but w/ unlimited coffee refills and yummy eggs benny (I don't have many friends who casually make eggs benny this good ) For the food- eggs benny was delicious and it been on top of the crispy hash browns too was a combo I never knew I needed. The chicken+avocado omelet was solid but I think I can make something like that at home. The side of corned beef hash was a MUST! Loved it for some extra protein. It's not anything special but it always delivers and itches that brunch/diner craving! read more

Southshore Cafe - Eggs Benedict w/ hash brown, side of corned beef hash, chicken+avocado omelette w/ tots - American Near Me - Alameda, California

Subpar service and mediocre food. Iced tea was mostly water and a drop of tea. Most would expect this ratio to be the inverse. I ordered the hot turkey sandwich with mashed potato's and gravy (see picture). The gravy was made from beef and not turkey, which I expected. When I informed my server that I don't eat beef, she responded with, "I didn't know that." Which is fair. But then when I asked why you would put beef gravy with a turkey meal her answer was rude and she told me to order something else. My lost appetite, trust and lack of respect had me out of there. I asked to pay and she coldy said no, so I left. I won't be going back to this place and recommend you to stay away unless you feel like getting similar treatment. read more

Southshore Cafe - Turkey sandwich with mashed potato's and BEEF gravy. Um, no thank you and just wrong. Should be turkey gravy. Watered down iced tea. - American Near Me - Alameda, California

Food's always good here come and try it service. It's OK. The ambience is always eat. People eating and chatting.. read more

Southshore Cafe - Entrance - American Near Me - Alameda, California

I wanted to have a nice breakfast at an old style diner. It's been quite a long time and I want to support a local small business. We arrived and waited about 3 minutes for a table, the restaurant was really busy. We ordered an Avocado Burger and fruit and a regular breakfast of a slice of ham, 2 eggs and roasted potatoes. The service was quick and the food was also good. Exactly what I was looking for. read more

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A busy mom and pops restaurant with nice staff. A little bit of a wait to be seated on a Sunday morning. It's an older looking establishment but still very clean. I had real eggs scrambled with quality cheddar cheese. The bacon was thick. Good wheat toast slathered in melted butter. The rice was cooked perfectly. The coffee was ok.... The portion size was good, and the pricing was appropriate. I will definitely be back again! read more

Southshore Cafe - Breakfast combo w/coffee - American Near Me - Alameda, California

Absolutely the best blueberry pancakes on the planet.!! Additionally, they've got a really nice selection of breakfast items and lunch. Service is fantastic and the food is really good. Check them out read more

Quiet little spot with a menu that offers a variety of items for breakfast and lunch. They give a decent amount of food and it was really good. read more

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The food is excellent and so is the service. It ia very clean. The decor could use some updating. read more

Super friendly, family-owned cafe that is worth checking out for breakfast. I was in the hunt for some basic breakfast when we were in the area and I came across Southshore Cafe which was one of the few diners opened on a long-weekend in the afternoon. I ordered the 2 Pancakes which came with 2 eggs, bacon or sausage. I customized it to the following + Soft-Scrambled Eggs: perfect consistency and surprisingly not over cooked. + A side of Bacon + A Sausage Patty (Not a link. It makes a difference) + Chocolate Chip Pancakes: super fluffy pancakes with the perfect amount of chocolate chips. I ate one and gave the other to the hubby. PS: there is no price difference for 1, 2, or 3 pancakes. I enjoyed my breakfast and told hubs we need to come to the area more often as they are the first breakfast spot where I didn't leave food on my plate. Ha! read more

Southshore Cafe - American Near Me - Alameda, California

I have been going there for years and love their food. I would go more often but just can't afford to go out that much anymore. Highly recommend the Joes special it's amazing read more

Restaurant is old but they maintain the property well. The place is clean. Service is quick. Food is well executed and tasty. read more

Southshore Cafe - Corned beef hash Benedict - American Near Me - Alameda, California

If you find yourself hungry on Alameda's West end and you're having trouble getting a table for breakfast on Park Street, and it's too cold for Jim's on the Course - look no further. To be honest, I scoffed at Southshore Cafe years ago. To be fair, it was adjacent to my childhood dentist. Obviously I was young, stuck in my ways, and this was before mom and I took an unexpected morning drive for breakfast at South Shore where I discovered the corned beef hash Benedict. Food: I think, "simple, down to earth, hometown cafe" sums it up nicely, with all due respect to Southshore Cafe. Leave it to another unsuspecting gem of Alameda's tucked away do-right dives! For me, it's right down the middle. No frills, no complaints about the quality of the endless coffee, or the food. From the fresh side of fruit, to the corn beef hash Benedict hollandaise sauce, or should I say gravy? You already know what I'm having! Just like grandma's decor, there's nothing wildly impressive here other than the prompt table-turning service. My go-to morning satisfaction if I'm feeling cheeky is the corn beef hash Benedict. Easily two meals, one plate if you stop to enjoy it for a second before inhaling and licking the plate. Recently in, the diet called for a simple chili and cheese omelette, or the "Ortega & cheese omelette" ($13.25) w/ a choice of fruit and sourdough bread. Although not pictured in this review, Ortega is fancy for non-spicy, green chili peppers. More sweet than heat. The meal was satisfying, but I am a critic when it comes to my eggs only because a home cook myself knows how quickly eggs go from fluffy, to SpongeBob. My menu suggestion: Nobody asked for it and maybe I've been living in Los Angeles longer than the bay I was born into, but would it kill the "classic breakfast" menu to add a bangin' Breakfast Burrito? Eggs, Ortega chilis, cheese, some veggies and/or potato. It's basically an omelette rolled and wrapped into a hand sandwich to go! Food for thought... Service: Late-morning arrivals and weekends should expect peak attendance and a brief (5-15 min.) wait, but the staff at Southshore Cafe have it down. They're as quick to turn tables as they are to top off your mug with hot coffee. You may not be met with a, "Mornin' sugga, what can I get ya?" but you won't wait long and your table will all be satisfied in no time. Tip accordingly and make room for the next patrons. Ambiance: Someone's welcome to call Queer Eye for a restaurant glow up and a day of pampering for the staff! When I said "simple, down to earth," I didn't mean neglected. Whitney Houston, we have a problem, but I, I will always love you Southshore Cafe. I have yet to stick to a seat, or find a new shade of lipstick on my glass - so there is soap in the kitchen. Like many other classic, "hole in the wall joints" as my dad would call them, it all adds to the charm. Don't be distracted, enjoy experience and your company, or the Alameda Journal. Parking: One of the main attractions for this hidden gem is its location. Off the beaten path, across from a rock covered building, (ye old dentist's office) with plenty of parking in a wide open (shopping center) parking lot. Sure, it doesn't have The City (bay view) Southshore restaurants should be offering their diners vs the hub of eateries IN the shopping center but hey, these businesses gotta keep their doors open too! Once you bill out why not burn some of that Benedict off by taking a stroll through the shopping center. Pass some time in Whales & Friends, or walk along the beach and take in that view. Alameda is without a doubt growing and changing with the times. I'm glad there's still some simple, hometown hidden gems like The Southshore Cafe to keep it grounded. Thank you, Southshore Cafe! read more

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If you want a good, reliable meal, basically "western" style of cooking but where some Thai dishes are also offered, and are OK with a typical modest venue, and are not wanting a scenic setting, this is the place for you! The food is good, much better than any of the fast food or burger or pizza joints in the area. What is interesting are the patrons....from all "walks of life"....check it out....you will enjoy the friendship and warmth of this place! read more

Had a great breakfast with friends! I had the Pineapple sausage with eggs over easy, fried potatoes, and wheat toast. Servers moved my party of three 2x to different tables which was a bit unnecessary, but they were nice still. The cafe has an old school diner feel and it was packed with people. I will def be back! read more

I ordered seafood sauté for lunch. 3 hrs later I was sicken with food poisoning. I had diarrhea and was vomiting for a few hours. The seafood must of been bad. I have eaten there before and never had a problem. But i'd think twice about order seafood again Please if the food is bad throw it out! read more

The Corned Beef Hash Benedict is the best breakfast ensemble I've ever had.... There's just something about a perfectly crunchy layer of hash brown with an oozing egg and hollandaise sauce. Wife's western omelette was average. Easy parking but there is usually a wait get your table on weekends. read more

Southshore Cafe - Corned Beef Hash Benedict... I don't need anything else!!! - American Near Me - Alameda, California

Good food at big portions for a great deal. The coffee stays warm and refilled regularly. My family loved the crispy hashbrowns and bacon. My boys devoured the fluffy French toast. The decor is dated but we actually liked these nostalgic vibes. Our family of four was seated pretty quickly despite a packed place that stayed busy the entire time we were there. The service is top notch. I wanted the eggs/bacon/hashbrowns plate but stupidly said ham instead of bacon. Even though it was my fault for ordering the wrong protein, our waitress still brought me a side of bacon to enjoy. Definitely going to come back to support this great establishment! read more

Showed up a little after 9am on a Sunday. I was craving pancakes but wasn't in the mood for a chain like IHOP. There was no line so I was able to be seated immediately. It took a few mins for a server to drop off a menu, but another table had arrived just before me so no big deal. My pancakes came out STEAMING hot, which was fantastic. I just ordered two and they, as you can see, were large. Quite tasty as well. The bacon was fine- not fresh off the griddle but also didn't seem like it had been sitting for hours. It's a mom-and-pop vibe. Noisy with conversations but not distractingly so. Lots of families with kids this early. Some older pairs. Very comfortable. Overall a good first experience! read more

Southshore Cafe - Pancakes and a side of bacon - American Near Me - Alameda, California

The worst experience as a tourist. I asked for a LARGE Orange Juice, and I was given a kid size orange juice, and these people still had the audacity to argue with me and say that it is infact a LARGE, even though it's literally a small. I asked for a water after that nonsense, and was still given a small water, when everyone else had a normal sized water. Worst server, has a bad attitude, short temper, and not qualified to serve in my opinion. This place is cheap, over charge, and do everything to take your money. Will not be going here again! Most delusional place. Learn your sizes! read more

My boyfriend and I wanted brunch food, so we decided to come here. Plenty of parking outside. This place is simple, nothing over the top, but in the best way possible. It has very home-y vibes. It was pretty crowded when we got here, but we were able to be seated immediately. We ordered the corned beef hash benedict and french toast. Food was delicious. Price is very affordable, and portions are big. I ate the corned beef hash benedict leftovers the next day, and it still tasted good. I recommend coming here for brunch! read more

Southshore Cafe - Corned beef hash benedict and french toast - American Near Me - Alameda, California

I've been coming here for years !! It's a good comfort spot for a simple but delish breakfast . I'm really just obsessed with their waffles . Service is always quick . Sometimes on a busy day there will be a wait for lunch rush. Everyone is so friendly read more

Southshore Cafe - American Near Me - Alameda, California

My mom, sister and I come here every week for breakfast we love the hot coffee with their wonderful vanilla cream and a bit of hazel nut too. My mom switches from a tuna sandwich with fruit or a club sandwich with fruit instead of fries. My sister gets her New York steak with home fries and scrambled eggs. She sometimes gets a side of white rice. We sometimes share a spaghetti or grilled cheese. I love my bacon and eggs with over easy eggs ND hash browns with white toast. They have delishious pancakes as well my niece loves to get the chocolate chip pancakes. The service is fast and always makes us feel at home. There are many regulars and we have become one of them now. I grew up in alameda and can say that this is definitely another gem in alameda you have to try. The atmosphere is laid back and had a dinner feel to it. Oh yeah they have a great house salad and their ginger beef is pretty good too. The best coffee and great service delishious food. I definitely recommend. I pay about $80.00 not including tip for us 3 to eat really good and always have leftovers to take home. read more

Southshore Cafe - Tuna sandwich with fruit - American Near Me - Alameda, California

This quaint little diner is a long-time favorite of mine. I love the mom n pop, small town feel when here. I'm always greeted friendly and promptly. I appreciate the speed of service and attentiveness as well. I never have time to finish a cup of coffee before the waitress comes to refill it. Big bonus as I like my coffee hot hot! ;) The food is good and comforting. I have yet to try something that wasn't worth having again. The walnut pancakes do it for me every time! The portions are large. The prices are more than reasonable for the quality and quantity. South Shore Cafe will remain in my breakfast/brunch rotation! read more

Southshore Cafe - Corn beef hash benedict - American Near Me - Alameda, California