I stopped on a road trip and grabbed some food to go. It was ready for me by the time i got out of the bathroom so a great option to grab quick food if needed. I got the Big Tipper and the combo of jam, Brie and turkey was amazing. I will be trying to recreate this at home! The curly fries were also amazing and they gave me both ketchup and ranch for dipping. I would definitely visit again! read more

Summerland Beach Cafe - Big Tipper - delicious combo - American Near Me - Summerland, California

I have to give two shoutouts to staff. First off Ana, who took our orders, answered our questions about the menu so thoroughly you'd think she'd written it herself. Love when we walk into a place and they make you feel like family. This place was IT. Then we have Jose, who has been working there for 25 years traveling from his hometown in Ventura. That in itself speaks volumes about how much a worker is cared for and clearly loved. We are so thankful for creating such a memorable experience for our family. Give these two a raise The setting inside what looks like to me and I think was an old hotel, vintage artifacts and facts about the restaurant on the walls just ooze authenticity. Now moving on to the food, prices were reasonable and incredibly flavorful. My kids and I enjoyed every last bite. My husband had the ribeye and eggs, kids had the junior French toast, and don't leave without ordering the bodacious cinnamon roll (yes the hype is real). The menu is extensive but don't feel overwhelmed that just means you need to come back again and again to try it all. We most def fell in love with this breakfast spot, we have to come back for lunch because there selections also looked scrumptious. Our kids were asking the next day to go back so see you in May when we go back and visit! read more

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GETTING HERE: Off the 101 Freeway in Summerland, California. Take Lillie off ramp and you will drive right into it. Sometimes parking is very very limited so just try to be mindful of that. REVIEW: Oh please do not sleep on Summerland Café. I have been coming here since the early 2010. I am so thankful that they made it through shut down. This is such a legendary, iconic, place. Food is always 100%. Over the years I've gotten a variety of items in my most recent item was the sandwich Mary Lambert, Please. My only hiccup is that the bacon was too raw for my liking. I had asked for crispy bacon first and I needed to ask a second time. But the server brought it out without a negative attitude. So that was a plus. All the food is outstanding. I'm so glad to share that! They persevered and are stronger than ever post-shut down. You have the choice to sit outside or inside depending on the availability. Sitting outside, gives you an amazing view of the coast. I highly recommend! read more

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While in the area we decided to have lunch here. It had pretty good reviews on Yelp but I was a bit disappointed. Unfriendly customer service that kind of discourages you right from the beginning. Took our waiter a while to approach us. We had to ask for him twice before he came to take our order. By the way it wasn't even busy the time we got there. It was around 2 pm close to their closing time. I ordered the cheeseburger of paradise with fries. The fries were so oily that I couldn't eat it. The burger was average but again I only ate half. My husband ordered the avo burger which he said he enjoyed. Greasy food lovers will love it here I think. Not my kind of food choice. I do love a good burger but this was not it. Maybe should have tried a sandwich. Anyways it's ok. The decor was cute. Very country looking beach cafe that could have a great ambiance on a busy summer day I believe. .... read more

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We've been going to Summerland Beach Cafe for many years. Wonderful food. Wonderful service. Perfect location to start the day.

We have been coming here for years on our way to the Central Coast. They are consistently great food and service. We eat outside so our dog can enjoy the outdoors with us. We always look forward to eating here. Great food, so don't miss this spot! read more

Excellent diner food. I drive to Santa Barbara several times a year and this diner is my go-to spot right before i get there. The benedicts here are better than any I've tried in LA and is a must try IMO. Service is always friendly and prices are reasonable. Highly recommend if you're in the area! read more

Summerland Beach Cafe - Crab cake Benedict is DELICIOUS! A must try IMHO. - American Near Me - Summerland, California

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I had the absolute best spinach, bacon, egg, and mushroom salad--the T.T.F.N.--with a bacon-infused vinaigrette--at Summerland Beach Café. It was to die for, and the portion was huge (yes, I happily ate the entire thing on their adorable outdoor patio!). Their menu is hearty, the vibes are pure California chill, and there's an old-fashioned charm that I just loved. Highly recommend for breakfast or lunch! read more

Summerland Beach Cafe - TTFN salad and Diet Coke - American Near Me - Summerland, California

Summerland Beach Café is such a charming spot and the perfect way to start a Santa Barbara morning. The atmosphere is relaxed and beachy, with plenty of natural light and a cozy, welcoming vibe. It feels like the kind of place where you can linger over breakfast, watch the locals come and go, and just enjoy the slow pace of coastal life. The service was excellent friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind. My server made sure I had everything I needed without hovering, and the food came out quickly but still felt fresh and made with care. I ordered the veggie omelette with potatoes and extra veggies on the side, along with a warm ginger tea. Everything was cooked perfectly. The omelette was fluffy and packed with fresh vegetables, the potatoes were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and the tea was soothing and fragrant a perfect balance for a morning by the beach. It's the kind of breakfast that makes you want to come back the next day and try something new on the menu. Between the great service, delicious food, and lovely ambience, Summerland Beach Café is a must-visit whenever you're in the area. read more

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This is my go-to spot for sure! I don't even know how many people I've referred to Summerland Beach Café for breakfast. The food, the atmosphere, the prices. Everything is on point! I always have the Two Two Two with eggs scrambled hard. And a monster hot chocolate. It's the same order every time and the same satisfaction! read more

Summerland Beach Cafe - Two Two Twooooooo yumm! - American Near Me - Summerland, California

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This place had such a fun atmosphere in a cool area. I enjoyed the outdoor seating. The food was good. The server was kind. I would go back.

First time here! I honestly did not know what to expect but I had a hunch that I would have the best french toast as I was craving it. Service immediately was awesome, was greeted upon arrival. There was no wait time so basically was seated almost immediately. I had the option to choose between inside or patio/balcony but because it was such a beautiful day I chose the patio/balcony. Food omgee where should I start! French toast did not disappoint, fluffy enough and topped with fruit (banana & strawberries) I also ordered a hot chocolate to go with my breakfast. Every single item I tried was just delicious. If you're on the way to Santa Barbara this is a great cute spot to stop for breakfast! read more

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We were driving north and stopped here for a late breakfast. I had bacon, eggs, and French Toast, . The bacon had only about 1:4" of meat on top. The eggs were good. The French toast was only crispy on top. And barely cooked on the bottom. Very disappointing. read more

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Very disappointed, we stopped to eat here on our way back to LA. It looks like such a great place, and the food tasted pretty good, my complaint is mostly about food handling that I observed by wait staff. I'm happy to report that our server was friendly and attentive, and we never saw her do any of the disgusting things we saw other wait staff do. We (unfortunately) were seated right outside the kitchen (table 1, check 157, on 5/10/26) which gave us a disappointing view of some horrible habits of servers. What got my attention is one serving complaining about customers, mocking them and talking serious trash. We then observed several servers eating with their fingers as they stood above plates to be served, saw them literally lick their fingers, then touch plates- and not just plates but touch customers food with the same fingers. I observed the one that was complaining about customers scratching her head, then touching plates and food. We even saw one server drop a ciabatta bread off a plate, which landed on the floor- he picked it up and ate it off the floor as he was leaning over a plate waiting to be served. We didn't see one or two examples, we saw dozens!! This place seriously needs some training in appropriate / safe food handling! Again, big props to our server, she was great! If she would have done what the others were doing, we would have left without eating.. read more

We had the famous family recipe de la Rosa, the chicken sandwich and it was excellent. We used to come here all the time and we will be back. Sorry that we had forgotten how good the food was here. The service crew were also very friendly. read more

We love breakfast at Summerland beach cafe. The service is always great, it's a very "homey" feel... it is an old house so that makes sense. Their omelette and waffles are delicious! LOVE the south of the border--pine trader is pretty good. We also love their cinnamon roll. read more

Good food and fresh ingredients! I got the two-two-and-two, everything was delicious. The servers were friendly, and the atmosphere was great. read more

Super cute atmosphere. Perfect for a casual brunch with amazing views. Food was pretty good. Service was great! Don't forget to order the cinnamon roll! Enjoy the food and the. Take a stroll along the streets if this super cute small town. Plenty of shops, restaurants, places to have a drink and even wine! read more

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Cinnamon roll is a must do! So good. Ranchero dish was great and all the portions are so large will leave you stuffed! Atmosphere is casual. Putting our name on the waitlist from yelp ahead of time really helped speed up our wait too! read more

Summerland Beach Cafe - Cinnamon roll - American Near Me - Summerland, California

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Went today for my Birthday meal..to my Surprise the restaurant was closed...No note as to why.. and when I called their mail box was full. No outgoing message to why they are closed on a Wed ..many other people also came and went...Well the tradition has been put to a halt ...I have been coming here since it was opened ... Owners Please put a sign or message on your machine...I'm sorry if there was a serious,that led to your Closure... See you soon. read more

Classic environment of a cafe. The staff was a family feel right off the bat. We had Jenny as our waitress and she was a perfect blend with the family feel. Our party of 4 Ordered the onion rings (half order) and they were the best onion rings I've had in my life. Perfectly hot and the batter melts in your mouth properly. A half order gave us all 2 each (8 total). I was full after that. We split a few burgers and they were lovely. Tons of flavor. We couldn't finish. The Curley Que fries were spectacular. Sat out side with our dog and Jenny spoiled our dog. This is our 2nd time here headed up to visit our kids in SLO and this place is a must stop for breakfast and lunch. read more

Summerland Beach Cafe - American Near Me - Summerland, California

The food, kind servers and somewhat kinda view of the ocean. My wife and I frequent this place and has never had a bad experience. Thank you! read more

Loved this little gem in summerland! It was super packed when we went but we were seated in 15 mins with no reservations. The food came out really quick. I loved the cinnamon roll, it was just a bit dry but other than that it was very sweet and delicious. This place has a great view of the beach and the staff is super friendly too. I can't wait to go back. read more

Summerland Beach Cafe - Cinnamon Roll - American Near Me - Summerland, California

We love this place. Great location and always excellent service. The food is always delicious and they are very generous with their portions. We enjoyed every bite and some. If you're staying at SummerLand, I highly recommend coming here for breakfast, rather than driving to Santa Barbara. It's a real beach vibe and the food is better than most SB breakfasts. Thank you for a great time at your establishment. We will be back. read more

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I rarely leave bad reviews, but this place earned it. From the lack of basic service to the disappointing food, nothing went right. Staff seemed annoyed to be there, which made the entire experience uncomfortable. Save your money and your patience. Go literally anywhere else. read more

Cute little cafe. It isn't by the water but you can see the ocean from the patio over the highway. The portions were good and the staff was friendly. I would stop here again for brunch on the way to Santa Barbara from LA! Also, they are dog friendly (: read more

Summerland Beach Cafe - Crab Salad, Waffle, and 2-2-2. - American Near Me - Summerland, California

We went to breakfast the other morning and I'm sorry to say but the food was ok. The Rigoberto's Rancheros tasted like the beans came out of a can and the potatoes were frozen and out of a bag. The Belgian Waffles were covered in fresh fruit but not much to talk about after that. Overall the food was bland. The highlight of the place was the service. The staff was attentive and was very friendly. read more

Summerland Beach Cafe - Belgian Wonder Wa-Full - American Near Me - Summerland, California

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How have I never reviewed this place?! Been coming here with my family for 20ish years and we just love it. Such casual beachy vibes but still a nice beautiful setting. When my recently passed dog was a pup we loved stopping here with him on our way up the coast as they are super dog friendly. I especially love dining on the little patio area to the left of where you check in. Their can be a long wait during peak hours, especially on the weekend during the summer, and parking can get a little difficult at times but it is worth the wait. The food has always been delicious and never had an issue with the service. One of my favorite items is The Big Tipper - turkey cranberry sauce and brie grilled, yum!! I always add avocado and sub the fries for their breakfast potatoes. My mother loves the LaRosa sandwich with grilled eggplant and orders it every time. read more

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I love this place. The atmosphere is great, service is always good, and everything I've ordered has been delicious. My partner got the steak and eggs last time and the steak was excellent. We tried to go back a week or two later because I was craving it, but they were closed for some reason (their hours said we had about an hour before they closed, and there was another couple outside wondering why as well). A little frustrating, but we'll try again. read more

It's breakfast all day but the Croissant Breakfast (meh) ordered at noon came off a very hot griddle that partially scorched the egg scramble and the fried potatoes as well. The croissant was a bland mass market supermarket type that wasn't inspiring. My companion ordered Steak and Eggs and it arrived perfectly to order. Our coffee was wonderful. Service excellent and friendly. read more

Summerland Beach Cafe - Croissant Breakfast - American Near Me - Summerland, California

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The food was incredible. I had a omelette and it came out really well. I tried a couple bites of the big tipper and it was one of the best sandwiches I've had. Even though it was a busy place they were quick to serve. Sitting on the deck is pretty relaxing and if you're lucky you can get a good view of the ocean. The inside also has fun decorations. read more

Summerland Beach Cafe - The Big Tipper Sandwich - American Near Me - Summerland, California

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Cute little spot to come get brunch! We sat outside, perfect weather! Our food came out pretty quickly and it was really good. I ordered the two, two, and two with sausage instead of bacon. The French toast was so so good, I actually ordered it because a table next to us ordered French toast and it smelled so good, that we all decided we wanted French toast! Haha. The eggs were nice and runny like I ordered and the sausage was a good choice! read more

Summerland Beach Cafe - Two, two, and two - American Near Me - Summerland, California

Dry salty eggs Benedict. The English was burned as you can see. I asked for crispy potatoes, not burned. Won't be back here. Friendly waiter. read more

Summerland Beach Cafe - Eggs Benedict - American Near Me - Summerland, California

I brought my family last Sunday morning. No one to greet us at the entry. Finally a person seated us. I ordered apple juice which tasted like soapy. The breakfast was subpar. Bacon half cooked. The sausage patty was dead cold. The eggs were over cooked. The Waffle was good with fresh strawberries and warm maple syrup. Something is wrong with the restaurant. I've been there before and said I will never come back. Now I'm done with Summerland Beach Cafe. Your staff looks grunge...Hire a staff that looks clean. read more

We love the summerland beach cafe! We've gone there quite a few times now and always leave impressed by the food. The breakfast burrito is great, sandwiches are fantastic, and I just tried the antique hot salad with teriyaki chicken. SO good. Lastly, want to call out how nice and upbeat the staff are. Feels very local and small town vibes. read more

Summerland Beach Cafe - Veggie sandwich, add chicken - American Near Me - Summerland, California

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Great customer service with a smile. Thank you! The place is adorable and has a cool layout with ample choices for seating indoors and out Ordered the Tuesday burger special to go Major issue: Please note that medium rare does not mean raw. My burger is raw inside and it fell apart because it is raw. Just browned on the outside does not mean it is medium rare. I hope your burger meat is clean and fresh. Last time I was served a raw burger was infected with food poisoning for over a week (elsewhere). Please ensure your kitchen crew reviews what meat temperatures mean. Medium rare is NOT raw inside read more

Summerland Beach Cafe - Well plated - American Near Me - Summerland, California

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Any time I'm down near Santa Barbara, I eat here. The atmosphere is great and the food is delicious.

Stumbled upon this charming little breakfast and lunch place while spending a day in Summerland. We were looking for a quick lunch somewhere dog-friendly and Summerland Beach Cafe fit the bill! I got the veggie patty on their patty melt and it was delicious. Side of perfectly cooked curly fries and I was absolutely satisfied. My friend got one of the breakfast platters and it was huuuge! Friendly staff, reasonably priced and tasty food, gives the feeling of a diner working out of a quaint country store. We were a little sad that the highway blocked the view of the ocean, but it was a small disappointment when the overall experience was delightful. Will definitely be back again! read more

Not sure what had happened to this wonderful Cafe ????? Been going for years and today...... had to find the host, no waiter, had to give order to bus boy, no checking on food, no refills, had to get up to find waiter for another order, had to get up to pay bill. New electronic payment method which I don't care for. Tip reduced substantially...... read more

Let's start from the positive... AMBIANCE: 3/5 cute farm-themed cottage building and decors. SERVICE: 2.5/5 The hostess was friendly. The first waiter was rude and threw the menus on our table. Every time we ask him for something, he seems irritated. There was a couple other waiters are more friendly to serve us. But at the end, when we asked for the check, the rude waiter just looked at us and walk away. And nobody gave us the check for a good 10 minutes until we asked another waiter. FOOD: 0.5/5. I can't even put a star sign here. I ordered the omettle called Mayor Baisley's Choice because the friendly waiter suggested it. However, it's not really an omettle, but a thick piece of plain dried eggs wrapped some flavorless spinach and half cooked mushrooms inside. The so called "omelette parlor" (OP Potatoes) are similarly plain and nasty look like they've been sitting all day and just scrapped out of the griddle. The English muffins was covered in some sort of grease. I asked them about it, and they told me it's covered with butter even though it doesn't smelled like it. I was so hungry, I took a few bites of the food, but I just can't eat anything because of the low quality of the food. My friend ordered a hamburger. It is a thin piece of ground beef with 2 pieces of bread without mayo or any spread, or lettuce, or tomato. My friend said this is literally the worst burger she'd ever had in her life. It tastes worse than the cafeteria food. But because we both are so hungry, she ate 1/4 of the burger. When we were driving away, my friend started to feel nauseous from the burger. I generally have a stronger stomach for bad food. But even then, I started to feel some stomachs alone hour later. Beverage: I ordered a large cup of fresh squeezed OJ. It tastes bitter and is in room temperature. When I went to use the restroom, then I saw the OJ pitcher was sitting on the side table with the water pitcher under the sun. To be honest, I don't know how people can messed up a simple spinach and mushroom omettle, and a classic burger?! Our conclusion: This is a tourist trap. The location next to PCH exit and cute building attract endless customers. So they don't have to care about the quality of the food nor service. read more