The food is good, but if you sit in the corner booth, DON'T look in the corner window sill...their is a graveyard of flies. I was shocked to see so many of them. I would guess 30+ dead flies. Health dept should shut them down until there is a thorough disinfecting from top to bottom. I wish I thought to have taken a pic. read more

Came in today (9/5) bout 3 other ppl sitting down eating Order the biscuits and gravy combo Food came out warm to touch Small portioned breakfast potatoes mostly peppers and onions Brought an extra plate out as I was sharing with my son she turned around and said ooh this plate has some stuff on it I'll grab a cleaner one I passed He can share off my plate Biscuits and gravy were good until I came across hair in them Notified waitress and get a response of "Oh well do you want another one" No thanks who knows how many hairs I already ate at this point and wasn't interested in being served more Nothing more from that I used to love coming to this spot but seems to being goin downhill a bit.. Bummer read more

- Locale Destination - It's on S Coast Hwy and Stanley St in Oceanside. Ambiance: Very old school, simple, pop & mom Menu: Big breakfast menu - too many. All day menu - fish & chips etc. Service: Friendly Parking: Not so many - Gluttony Expedition - Country style biscuits (biscuits & gravy, 2 eggs & hash browns): Best hash browns I've ever had - cooked very well. Biscuits were so dry and crumble. I had a few bites and was done. How can you mess up the biscuits???? The gravy needed more salt, though I do require very little salt in general. Scramble eggs were overcooked and tasteless. Not so good. - Conqueror's Deduction - I think it's more expensive breakfast than others nearby - especially for both quality and quantity. For the $$ price and taste, I rather go to others. Avoid biscuit & gravy. The worst I've ever had.. read more

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Yelp led us astray on this one. The service seemed quite confused as to whether the bus boy, the hostess, or the waitress should be handling our table. When we finally got our coffees, my mom's decaf actually tasted stronger than my regular, and both were lukewarm at best. The food had good flavor and came in manageable portion sizes. But thanks to the draftiness of the place, it chilled very quickly. (And we were way inside the restaurant, next to the kitchen.) Also, the biscuits were nearly inedible -- bottoms caked in flour, and the interior not at all fluffy and moist like they should be. On the other hand, the bacon was crisp and not at all oily, so kudos to that. Overall, not the best experience, but not the worst either. I probably wouldn't choose to eat here again, though, not with places like Dons just down the street. read more

Start Fresh Cafe - Too much flower - American Near Me - Oceanside, California

This place is a gem! The food was delicious. I ordered a short stack with the red white and blue toppings. This added fresh strawberries, blueberries and bananas to my pancakes. Actual fresh fruit, not usual diner additions of syrup covered berries. My side of potato hash was so large it was served on a dinner side plate by itself. The portions are LARGE. My husband ordered the stuffed hash browns and he raved about it. It's a small place, but parking was easy to find and we didn't have to wait for a seat. We will be making this a usual breakfast stop from now on. read more

Very good little cafe on the coast highway. I opted for the fish and chips. Glad I did. Though the sauerkraut was a little sweet for me, the batter on the fish was light and very delicate. The fish very mild and the almost steak fries were meaty and cooked just right. A friendly and attentive waitress did a great job. I would definitely go back to try some other lunch fare while I rush around to appointments. Way better than fast food. Love their chalkboards with specials and some cute sentiments. Go eat! read more

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New restaurant at the former Jennie's location. Good food at reasonable prices. Very good parking and free WiFi. Biscuits not as good as most other breakfast locations nearby. Service could be better. Overall...ok. read more

Start Fresh Cafe - American Near Me - Oceanside, California

Really good! I had French toast - it was perfectly cooked & delicious. Scrambled eggs were just right and the bacon was crisp, just the way I like it. Reasonably priced, good service, and cool and sunny eating outside in the tent. Even the dog got served - a bowl of ice water. read more

Loved It! Amazing Staff and Food!!!! Very friendly!!!! I wanted chosen and salsa, they don't Carty it but they made some special one's! !!! I'll definitely be back! !! read more

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We stopped with the family on our way out of Oceanside . The food was delicious and the service was great ! Our waitress never let that coffee pass the half way point Everything was fresh and flavorful. The portions were generous . We will definitely be back next time we are in Oceanside . read more

Great & delicious Breakfast. We had the chicken & waffles, chilaquiles salsa roja, honey bunches waffles, avocado toast. Definitely worth the drive. 10 thumbs up! read more

Food was good, we got a mimosa it tasted really good too, French fries the bomb .. friendly staff

I have probably driven by Start Fresh Cafe a million times. I was with my Dad and niece and we were looking for a breakfast/lunch place on a Saturday afternoon. So we decided to pop into Start Fresh Cafe. Everything looked completely amazing!! Being vegan, my options were limited, but the hash browns and bowl of fruit I had were delicious. My niece, who had just eaten, completely polished her plate and loved every bite of it. My Dad loved the omlet he got, I believe it was one of the specials. Our waitress was so sweet and knowledgeable as was the rest of the staff. We even played Apples to Apples, which was a fun way to pass time while we waited for our delicious food. read more

Excellent service today from Karla and the whole team! We were in a hurry and they expedited the food for us (totally unexpected) and helped get us in and out in under 30 minutes without sacrificing quality. I got the Machaca Burrito and my family ordered the Waffle Combo. My burrito was delicious and the salsa was SO GOOD. I'm assuming their waffles were good considering I just kept hearing "Mmhhmmm," and blinked twice and their waffles were gone. Sincere gratitude for making our morning happen!! read more

This place recently came under new management and they are so much better!! The food quality is great and so many options! The staff is attentive and kind! Had no problems with my first visit, will definitely return soon for brunch! Definitely recommend this place! You will not regret it. Great quality food at cheap prices! read more

Start Fresh Cafe - Florentine Eggs Benedict! So delicious and filling! Big serving too! - American Near Me - Oceanside, California

If you're looking for a perfect place for breakfast at the right cost than start fresh is where you need to go! This place is amazing, staff is very attentive and the vibe is always great. Go check them out. You won't be disappointed. read more

Start Fresh just reopened for dine in. They have been offering takeout for weeks. Went there for dine in breakfast this morning. Can sit inside (booths are appropriately marked for social distancing) or outside (again appropriate for social distancing). The staff are fantastic and the cleanliness was above and beyond. However the main thing is the food. One of the best breakfasts we have had out in a long time..... The biscuits are just like grandma used to make.... Omelets, pancakes, etc all superb! Please support this restaurant!! You will not be disappointed. PS - there pies are incredible..... read more

Wonderful breakfast spot! I enjoyed the veggie omelet, and my boyfriend liked his French toast! I wasn't the biggest fan of the hash browns because they came out more mushy than crispy, but overall this is a great little breakfast spot with excellent service! We will likely be back for more! :) read more

Start Fresh Cafe - Veggie omelet and French toast - American Near Me - Oceanside, California

This place was recommended by the tire shop next door (needed to get the car fixed and might as well have breakfast while waiting) The food is delicious and filling. Typical American breakfast. The filled hash browns were amazeballs. I just wanted a small breakfast but couldn't stop eating... and the plates are huge. The service was very friendly and made sure we don't run out of water to wash these 2 pounds of breakfast down. I wished the place had more healthy food options though, because now I'll be tired all day. Totally worth it though. If you swing by check out the stuffed hash browns. The interior is clean and typical dine in. The restrooms are clean as well. I can recommend this place for breakfast and I guess lunch, but unfortunately they close at 2pm. read more

Start Fresh Cafe - Stuffed hash browns - American Near Me - Oceanside, California

Destiny was our server. She was polite and friendly. There was an outgoing gentleman who talked to us. Actually he greeted all with a smilie, had small talk and went out of his way to make everyone feel welcome. The Service was great. The flicks was just as good. I hand breakfast burrito and my hubby has the French toast. We both enjoined the meal. We will definitely be returning. read more

I drive by this restaurant on a regular basis. Decided to stop by and have breakfast this morning. I'm sure glad I did! The food was awesome and the service was incredible. It's hard to empress me, but this place did. I can't say enough good things about Fresh Start Cafe. You have my vote! read more

This restaurant is my favorite place for breakfast. I'm never disappointed with anything I get. The staff is pretty friendly and the owners always greets us with a smile. The only con I guess I could think of, is that their coffee is not the best but hey, I dont really go there for coffee but for their amazing breakfast! read more

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Favorite restaurant in Oceanside! Great staff, even better food! We love to bring our dog here and sit on the patio. The stuffed hash browns, stuffed French toast, and the veggie omelet (add sausage) are all amazing! Every employee we have encountered was wonderful and the service was great. read more

I really enjoyed this place for breakfast! The menu has a big variety of options. I went with the lumberjack and a short stack of buttermilk pancakes topped with fresh strawberries, banana, and blueberries. My wife ordered the classic eggs Benedict, she said it was really good and would definitely come back. Happy wife happy life... right? I would definitely come back! The atmosphere is like a 1980s diner and the workers are very friendly and nice. Food took about 20 min after submitting the order. Coffee was great and it almost seemed like they had a specific person to go around pouring coffee, like that was her sole purpose there. So thank you because I love me ma coffee! Lol read more

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If you're hungry. This is the place. Big Portions. Great Staff. We've been coming here every year that we visit Oceanside. I highly recommend the stuffed hashbrowns. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. read more

Start Fresh Cafe - Great Coffee, great food. Great place. - American Near Me - Oceanside, California

Great place, great black coffee, great for friends, and great food. We had breakfast croissants and added Avocado! The breakfast nachos were new and delicious! read more

Start Fresh Cafe - American Near Me - Oceanside, California

This is a new place that just popped up in Oceanside and I've been craving chilaquiles so I had to go. It's a hole in the wall sort of diner but worth a shot from all the good pictures that I've seen on here. Food wise: I went with the Chilaquiles green with steak and hash browns. They were a bit soggy and the chips weren't as crispy as I had hoped but the food was still good. Ambience: This place looks like it replaced an old diner. It was a bit older but everything was clean and they are dog friendly. Service: The waitress was friendly and looked like she worked hard to get food out on time and help with anything you need Price wise: Decently priced. Overall: I'd come back to try other things on the menu. I'm not so sure I'd go with the chilaquiles again cause I like chips more crispy but they have other options too. read more

Pros Roomy Great Service Reasonably priced Fresh ingredients Outside seating Great coffee Great Cafe over all and we will be back. Cons Inside was.a little warm read more

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I've been here a few times and have never been disappointed! The food is always a crowd pleaser, as they have traditional breakfast selections as well as fun choices like Honey Bunches of Oats French toast and chicken and waffles. Last time I got the vegetarian scramble and LOVED it. The veggies were fresh and the serving size was crazy filling. Today, I felt like splurging on calories so I went for the chicken and waffles. Definitely a good choice! The chicken was some of the best fried chicken I've had anywhere, crispy as could be on the outside and really moist on the inside (even the breast). The breading/batter on the chicken wasn't heavily seasoned (dare I say it was on the blander side) which would have been a shame as a standalone, but it was perfect paired with the maple syrup and butter from the waffles. No competing flavors. The waffle was delicious as well. The servings are always on the larger side. The chicken and waffles comes with four pieces of chicken (leg, wing, breast, thigh) and a giant Belgian waffle. The rest of my group had plenty of sides to take home or share. On top of all that, the wait staff is always friendly and happy to see you, even if it's your first time there :) read more

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Really solid chilaquiles for an American breakfast place. Was seated quickly but service lagged. You can tell they have a good amount of regulars with a cult following. I think i joined the cult. Would definitely go again. read more

BIG PORTIONS for AMAZING prices. Breakfast food is my absolute favorite and I can usually finish it. But I couldn't even finish half of it! There are so many options on the menu so it was hard to choose what to get. The service was amazing. Our waitress was so sweet and she took her time to explain things on the menu that we had questions about. It can get really busy on a Sunday morning but the staff does a really good job on keeping up the pace and getting work done. The food was really good and I liked how they gave us a lot of options on what condiment we wanted with our biscuit (honey, gravy, butter, and more). The hashbrowns were amazing, they were cooked just right. The omelette was perfectly cooked and they were very generous with the amount of ingredients they put in it. I highly recommend this place especially if you don't feel like cooking breakfast. read more

Amazing service!!! Greeted right at the door! Sat down and waitress was there immediately. Had time to visit the restroom and food was already on the table when I returned. Coffee kept full. Delicious breakfast. Smiling servers ... yes you ROSE...thank you! Dying art of hospitality but you've nailed it!! read more

We decided to stop by here for the first time today and it did not disappoint! The food was good and all the fruit tasted very fresh. The waitress was super friendly, and another waitress stopped by our table and talked with us and brought our toddlers books to read. Great environment and food! read more

We were quickly seated and those who took our order were very friendly. Although this place is not the newest looking establishment, the food is worth it. Everyone in my group left their plates clean. I would suggest arriving early if you are going to get breakfast. My Cinco de Mayo meal was delicious! The orange juice was just right. read more

Start Fresh Cafe - American Near Me - Oceanside, California

Good good good service! Ordered the Start Fresh omelette. Fresh ingredients (bay shrimp, jack cheese, hollandaise sauce and lots of bacon) make this one a winner. Sourdough toast was buttered perfectly too. Hubby ordered chicken fried chicken which was quite tasty as well. Cooked perfectly and the country Gravy was delish! Pros: Close to the beach Good service Cheerful staff Tasty food Your coffee cup is NEVER empty Other Customers seem to be happy with their food too Cons: I don't think I would say this is a CON and It's hard to pinpoint any cons, but if I had to suggest something, I would add a tad more lemon to the hollandaise sauce to balance out the richness from the egg (but that's just me being critical of hollandaise sauce since I happen to really like it). read more

Start Fresh Cafe - Start Fresh omelette with fruit. Good portions! - American Near Me - Oceanside, California

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Loved it! Great service. The food is amazing. Also, it's such a cute diner - you really have to just go see it. Lots of regulars there, but new patrons as well. Will definitely be coming back!! read more

Start Fresh Cafe - American Near Me - Oceanside, California

Great atmosphere with very helpful servers ....the process was great the food was great ! They're serving sizes were well for the price you paid ...got a cup of fruit which I'm very happy about because the watermelon was so good ! read more

Start Fresh Cafe - American Near Me - Oceanside, California

Food was yummy and service was awesome! First time and it didn't disappoint. Going back for pie soon!

I have had many chilaquiles but this is the best. They take pride in its presentation. And...yeah, it tastes great too. I love this restaurant. read more

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Great food fast surface nothing was overlooked. Definitely going back. Coffee was really good