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    Sunny Side Cafe

    4.4 (346 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Sahana B.

    Sunny Side Cafe is such a hidden gem! I ordered the Daybreak with French toast made on their cinnamon swirl bread, sausage, and swapped the eggs for hashbrowns--and everything was absolutely amazing. The French toast was perfectly sweet and flavorful, the sausage was cooked just right, and the hashbrowns were crispy and delicious. On top of the food, the whole place has a super cute diner vibe that makes you feel comfortable right away. The customer service really stood out too--everyone was friendly, attentive, and made the experience even better. Definitely a spot I'll drive from Montebello to!

    Matcha Latte 5/5  No added sweetness. My wife is a matcha snob and loved it.
    Joshua S.

    Food 5/5 Service 5/5 Ambiance 5/5 (if you like classic diners) This place has a happy classic diner feel but the food is elevated. We were surprised by the quality of the food and the execution by the kitchen staff. Our waitress was also super pleasant and you could tell enjoyed her job. This place does everything right for breakfast.

    Key lime pie!
    SueAnn B.

    Love the interior! And helpful and attentive staff! Portions are a good size and dishes are delicious. I had the eggs bennie and their hollandaise sauce was creamy dreamy. Ended the meal with their really good organic brewed coffee and key lime pie! Those run out fast!

    Sunrise Breakfast Burrito
    Ehecatl M.

    After running a marathon, my hunger was so intense, I could've eaten a horse--or at least a breakfast burrito the size of one. Then, like a beacon of hope on my social media feed, I found this breakfast place. Spoiler alert: it didn't disappoint! The food was so good, it made my taste buds do a happy dance. I didn't snap a pic of the pancakes, but let me tell you, they were the real MVP of the meal. They were so fluffy, I almost asked if they had a personal trainer. The service was friendly, but our server had the memory of a goldfish. She forgot our order, our drinks, and probably her own name at one point. But hey, at least she was consistent! The place was small, so small that I could hear every conversation. It was like being in a breakfast soap opera. "Did you hear about Karen's new cat?" "I can't believe Bob ordered the avocado toast again!" It was all very entertaining.

    Cute little sunflower on each table
    Tiarra J.

    Sunny Side Cafe in Seal Beach was a whole Sunday morning vibe. We came around 10 a.m. on a Sunday with my son, and I already had an inkling the food was going to be good because the dining room was full of multiple generations. That's always the sign. The wait was about 15 minutes and parking was easy, which is a weekend miracle. While we waited, I watched them use a machine that fresh-squeezes oranges right there. I didn't order the orange juice, but it definitely set the tone. Inside, it was bustling with people coming in and out, but the vibes were still super chill. They had an old-school music playlist that felt perfect for all ages, like everybody could enjoy it. Also, each table had a fresh sunflower, which is such a simple, cute touch. Now let's talk food. My son got the Mini Mooncakes with chocolate chips, and I tried a bite and whew... they slapped. Slightly crisp on the edges, soft and fluffy in the middle, with semi-sweet chocolate chips and buttery goodness. I ordered the All-American with the Load Hash, and it was exactly what I wanted: thick strips of bacon, and eggs that were clearly fresh because the yolks were that bright, rich yellow. The sourdough with their in-house strawberry jam was the perfect little sweet moment on the side. And the Load Hash? Was it a little salty? Yes. Did that stop me from demolishing the whole plate? Not even a little. Best breakfast I've had out in a while. You can tell they care about details and quality. Five out of five. No notes.

    All American
    Tim E.

    Came here after dropping off some documents to a friend's place. The pancakes were a bit chewy for my mom and for me as well. We needed more syrup but forgot to ask when taking it to go. The eggs were alright. Nothing to write home about. The bacon was a little hard and chewy too. I was able to finish my breakfast in almost its entirety. But my mom had to take her pancakes to go. The place has ample seating and two TV's on the side we were at. They also have a room in the back and they have outdoor seating as well for those that have pets. It was a pricey breakfast but these are the times.

    Half sandwich & cup of soup
    Julie N.

    Did my first dine in here as I work in the area. The parking lot was full. I ordered the half sandwich and soup and it also came with an AMAZING side salad. The soup was tomato bisque. Delicious, but just a tad too salty for me. I took my half sandwich to go. My friend ordered the Popeye omelet with home fries. The coffee was piping hot and delicious. (just the way I like it) and our server promptly did refills twice in the short time we were there. The prices are reasonable, the staff is pleasant and friendly and the restaurant is SUPER clean and new with plenty of parking. My friend took the key lime pie to go, but ended up eating it there. He said it was good. A "four" for level of tartness. Today was definitely a better experience than the last time I did a "to go" here. I'll be back!

    Cinnamon Roll, carrot cake and donut
    Laurel T.

    I was in the area and with a quick search (on yelp of course. I found this place) I came on a Saturday around 11 am. They do have a very large parking lot. When we walked in it was packed! But we did get seated right away. The hostess was extremely sweet. We walked past the bakery items in the glass case and asked our hostess about it. And she was kind enough to tell us all about the items. They are known for their cinnamon rolls and key lime pie While walking to our table they have walls COVERED In drawling from all the kids that come in. I thought this was a sweet homey touch. It feels like your local brunch place PS- this place does close at 3 PM everyday Our waiter, Luis took care of. There was some little misunderstandings with our order. But I can't stress how PACKED this place is. Every table was taken. So it's bound to happen here and there Now, to our food We ordered the blueberry pancakes The morning bird sandwich We ordered French fries, loaded potatoes and guacamole for sides For dessert- their famous cinnamon roll, carrot cake and maple donut Even though it was packed and every table taken, our food came out in a timely manner. Our glasses kept getting refilled Service was friendly, but they definitely need more workers for how packed it gets. We did have a couple wrong orders and etc. but again it was packed We did NOT ask to speak to the manager. However, our waiter sent her over. Someone came over and took care of the issue (Valerie is one of the managers) TEN STARS FOR VALERIE!! She was extremely professional about everything. I'd really love to come back to try some of their lunch sandwiches. And huge points for being locally owned and operated They have patio seating (also says dogs welcome) They have private parking Really great homemade baked goods Good prices Good portions I can tell a lot of locals come here, so that's a great sign Wait staff was friendly Despite it being PACKED the food came out fast And I can't praise Valerie enough (the manager who came over and was so professional about the couple things that went wrong) I would 100000 perfect come back

    Strawberry & Nutella Waffle
    Dave A.

    YUMMY BREKKIE SPOT IN SEAL BEACH, CA!!! We visit Seal Beach often in the last few years, for Volleyball tourneys at the local sports center, but we are always in such a hurry to get outta here after gameplay is done, that we don't typically explore the local food scene. With an early finish today we had the chance to sample what Sunny Side Cafe has to offer... finally! Easy walk from the AIM Sports Complex with yelp directions on point. We showed up 40 minutes before closing and did not get any 'tude upon entering, A friendly smile greeted us and made us feel like they were happy we walked in! Great start! Our waiter, Costa, was a cool bloke! Attentive and everything done with a friendly smile. We were eating with time constraints and he made it all work out! Let's EAT! AVOCADO TOAST: Probably one of THEE BEST Avo Toasts I've sampled in THE USA! The Campari Tomato, Feta cheese, chili flakes, poached egg, chopped bacon on Sourdough synergize really well! The avocado has that fresh green hue to it, flavorful and chunky, and a generous serving as well! YUM! STRAWBERRY NUTELLA WAFFLE: The waffle is perfect! Crisp on the outside, yet soft and fluffy inside. Nutella drizzle is ample enough that every bite had that yummy Nutella flavor. Strawberries were fresh. Also added was a graham cracker crumble that added a nice texture to the dish! Delish! CHICKEN FRIED STEAK: Steak is prepared IN HOUSE and does not come pre-made in a box! Yay! Pretty good sized serving with a breading that has a flavorful crunch to it. And that Sausage gravy... LOVED IT! Over Medium eggs were spot on, with just the right runny-ness. The hash browns had a lovely golden brown hue that shows the cook has skilz!! Breakfast heaven right there! I definitely enjoyed it! VERY EASY RECOMMENDATION! For a rare rainy day in California, Sunny Side Cafe shines bright as brunch spot in Seal Beach! We will not hesitate to come back, whenever the chance arises! Yummy stuff! Compliments to Sunny Side Cafe!! :)

    The breakfast burrito is heavenly... genuinely divine... which makes perfect sense once you realize the owner herself is a goddess. Joanne is an absolute sweetheart, and Valerie LOCKS it down. I went every day for an entire week, and I'll be back again tomorrow. The vanilla lattes are delicious. The baked goods are phenomenal. Every table is adorned with a gorgeous fresh flower. The outdoor patio is charming, airy, and full of fresh morning breeze. And the pancakes? The best I've ever had. 11/10.

    Caleb G.

    Classic diner food in Seal Beach. It has a cool retro feel inside with plenty of seating. They have a decent size menu with something for everyone. I got their chorizo omelet and it was pretty good, tasted fresh and the eggs were nice and fluffy. The service was good as well.

    Bacon and eggs
    Chy P.

    They have fresh-squeezed orange juice, which pairs perfectly with breakfast. We loved everything we ordered, and there's a lot of space overall. We sat on the patio with our dog, and it felt like an extension of the inside. It was secluded, shaded, and really nice. The space was clean and aesthetic, and the food was great. Overall, a really enjoyable experience.

    Purbali S.

    Stumbled upon sunny side cafe off the great Yelp reviews and they weren't wrong ! Easy parking, located in a shopping center. They took an old dennys and made it into a cute modern diner. They have a glass case with house made pastries that looked delicious. Also espresso and other coffee options like lattes and matcha. We all got the pancake breakfast and it did not disappoint. Pancake was crispy on the outside and fluffy inside and so so delicious. I got the fresh OJ which was nice and tangy and fresh squeezed. It was hard to choose what to eat as they have many options from American breakfast to chilaquiles and Benedict's. Also lunch items looked very good so will be back to try more.

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    The best pancakes ever!! Food is delicious and staff is very nice i have enjoyed all plates ordered.

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    Do they have mimosas?

    Not yet , I believe they applied for beer and wine , it's a new place .

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