Server Jo was fantastic! Excellent food, coffee, music, and a great patio with a breezy ambiance.

This place was wonderful! My friend and I tried multiple breakfast items even though it was early afternoon. The chilaquiles were exceptionally delicious. The green chile sauce tasted authentic. Flavorful without being too spicy. It paired nicely with the loaded hash. Crispy potatoes topped with pico, cheese, bacon and more. Divine! We also had tried blueberry pancakes. The whipped butter and warm syrup perfectly complimented the buttery edges of the pancakes and blueberry magic. Joanne was our server and she kept the hot coffee coming with a smile. I will be telling all my friends and family to come here. Oh yeah...and cloth napkins!! A real class act. read more

omg can't believe we didn't try this place sooner!! we are constantly leaving restaurants in the area feeling so disappointed, but sunnyside cafe is A BREATH OF FRESH AIR!! from the moment you walk through the doors, everything is bright and sunshine vibes. everything is *clean* - spic and span! (like literally no remnants or relics from the building's denny's days) the food is truly PHENOMENAL! the ingredients are all so fresh and high quality. you can taste the quality. the lettuce in my blta was so crisp it literally gave an asmr crunch. ten out of ten. our table also ordered the strawberry nutella waffles, mediterranean eggs, a veggie omelette with cheese (which we learned were organic, locally sourced eggs - and super fluffy), plus a few sides and drinks (coffee, mango iced tea, and orange juice) and *literally* everything was incredible. the quality of this establishment genuinely feels like a reflection of the ownership and staff - super special shout out to Jay (our hostess) and Joann (our waitress)!! it's rare you walk into a restaurant space where everyone seems to just flow and work together so well, but that's what i observed at sunnyside. genuinely cannot praise this place enough. they might single handedly revolutionize the seal beach brunch scene (i'd take sunnyside over crema cafe any day ). came here for girls family brunch on a thursday, and we're already planning to go back for brunch this weekend. try. it. read more

Their key lime pie + coffee took me to heaven. I already had lunch that day, so I came in just for pie and coffee. Most other diners have 3 or 4 different pies, and all are mediocre. Here I appreciate how they only offer one flavor, but do it well! Pie was perfect--zippy acidity from the key lime filling, and cream to cool it off. I'll be back! Even though the pie was perfect, I have to take off 1 star for slow service. I waited 5 minutes at the beginning to get my order taken, and 5 mins at end for my check to arrive. read more

Sunny Side Cafe - Key Lime Pie + coffee - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

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This place is a secret hidden gem. Not sure how long it's been here or how I haven't tired it until last week but - will be coming back at least once a month for the foreseeable future Hashbrowns, omelets and coffees all 10/10 read more

We visited on Sunny side cafe for breakfast / brunch and had a wonderful experience. We ordered two iced coffees along with a couple of breakfast plates and a cinnamon roll, everything was excellent. The portions were just right, and the food tasted incredibly fresh and flavorful. The service was the perfect balance of professional and relaxed. Our server, Joanne, was so friendly and kind. She gave us plenty of space to enjoy our meal without constantly checking in, but she was always attentive and made sure everything was perfect whenever we needed anything. Overall, it was a great breakfast experience, and we'll definitely be back. read more

Sunny Side Cafe - Sunrise Breakfast Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

Back at Sunny Side for the second time, where the Sun always shines even when it's cloudy outside. It's where you'll find friendly people, smily faces, great food and great service. All in an inviting, minimalist well designed space. Happy to be back. I highly recommend. Shout out to Gioia, Alisa and the rest of the crew. Keep on shining. read more

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So my wife send me a Tik tok of this place and you know that mean now I have to bring her. Well I'm glad I did this place was real good. I had the burger and that meat was delicious. She had the turkey club. Everything was very fresh. Even though they forgot to bring us our pancakes the food and the service was great. I did want to taste the pancakes but oh well maybe next time. Do yourself a favor and get the hash browns no lie we got two orders of them. They're so crispy and like buttery trust me. Oh their ranch was very good aswel. read more

Sunny Side Cafe - I got the burger and added bacon and soft scrabble egg she got the turkey club sandwich. Those hasbrowns tho!!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

Breakfast was really good. I really enjoyed and appreciated the use of organic high quality food ingredients. The staff is friendly and attentive. Its a great casual spot for breakfast, or lunch and a comfortable home style meal. read more

Sunny Side Cafe - All American Breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

Breakfast is solid and they had a good amount of choices without being overwhelming. Also had good lunch choices. The service was great, everyone was friendly. Really digging the cute diner vibe. I had the Americano (I'm boring) but it came on a tray with sugar cubes! Don't sleep on their cinnamon roll! It was definitely worth leaving room for. read more

Sunny Side Cafe - Not your mama's Cinnabon! Cinnamon roll - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

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Good spot. Love the atmosphere, the food, and the service. The only part that I didn't thoroughly enjoy was the drip coffee as it tasted burnt. Let them know and they gladly comped it. Has the country friend Steak & Eggs and it was really a good choice. The wife had the ribeye and eggs and it's a great portion at a good price and the presentation is nice as well. The Country fried came with a delicious homemade biscuit and cinnamon butter. Subbed out the potatoes for a salad (even this had a nice presentation and taste). Had seen this place for years but thanks to Yelp I finally checked it out! The interior is cute, the lighting is inviting, the staff is helpful, there was artwork form the kids who visit posted all over the walls, and fresh flowers at each table. 10/10! read more

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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. read more

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Sunny Side Cafe is amazing, the food is wonderful! We love our favorite server Valarie she is the best! You won't be disappointed!

Came on by a Saturday morning around 10:30am no wait got seated as soon as the hostess approached us. Very friendly service food came out within 10-15 min from ordering. We went with chicken fried steak so yummy hashbrowns were crispy and soft in the inner layer. Egg quality is amazing and cooked well. Vanilla Iced coffee is yummy however not very sweet if you like a sweeter latte. The biscuit wasn't really to my liking next time I would get some toast instead(: definitely will be returning to try other plates. Music is within normal levels to be able to chat as you eat breakfast and there's plenty of tables to be seated. Areas are clean and well kept. read more

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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. read more

Sunny Side Cafe - Sunrise Breakfast Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

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. read more

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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! read more

Sunny Side Cafe - Half sandwich & cup of soup - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

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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 read more

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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!! :) read more

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The first thing I noticed was the awesome music playing as I walked in. This set the tone for what would be a great dining experience. Hard to believe that everything was as good as it was. Eggs were nice and fluffy. Turkey sausage was cooked just the way I like em. Almost crunchy on the edge, well done, juicy and flavorful. Orange juice tasted like it was freshly squeezed but could be one of them name brand versions. Fries were crunchy and are on par with McDonald's fries. Patty melt was on point. My server was very attentive. Service was A1. It was a great dining excursion for sure. I know where I'm going to eat when I'm in Seal Beach. Entire place was clean, even the bathroom. Thank you. See ya next time. read more

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Food was great. Service was excellent. Ambience is amazing. We were a party of five got tended to very quickly. We will definitely go back. For dessert we had delicious Keylime pie and a cinnamon roll. read more

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. read more

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Love this place! The food is amazing. The service is impeccable. All of the servers are so nice, courteous and extremely efficient and friendly. Special shout out to Val, she is amazing! read more

As we entered we were greeted very kindly and seated right away and the ambiance was friendly and old style cooking with real eggs and incredible taste. Wow, the service was super accurate and really impressive! It's definitely a place worth visiting. If you're nearby and not heading to the pier, you won't leave feeling hungry at all - you'll be stuffed with your meal! read more

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! read more

Sunny Side Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

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. read more

Sunny Side Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

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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! read more

Sunny Side Cafe - Key lime pie! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

Food was great! Everyone was so nice and upbeat, and the food came out hot and delicious. I tried the Mediterranean Eggs...fantastic. I'll definitely be back again! Sooner rather than later. :) read more

What a way to wrap up a huge 5-mile walk--by immediately undoing all that effort with an equally huge brunch at Sunnyside Café. I went with the girls for our first visit, and we're already planning our next "walk," which is really just an excuse to come back and eat again. The patio is adorable, enclosed, and cozy for the cooler winter days. It has that perfect hidden café vibe that makes you want to linger a little longer. There were three of us, and naturally we each ordered something different so we could taste-test everything. The Eggs Benedict came smothered in super tasty hollandaise sauce. The breakfast burrito was absolutely massive, definitely big enough for two people to share, and the salsa on the side was really flavorful. I chose the breakfast sandwich, which was huge and delicious with a fluffy egg, melted cheese, moderately crispy bacon, and a slight hint of chipotle mayo that really hit the spot. On the way out, I could not resist the bakery items. Apparently they are known for their Key lime pie, and I can see why. I ended up taking home an entire pie--not just a slice--because after tasting it, I realized it was one of the best Key lime pies I've ever had. I also grabbed one of their carrot cakes, which was right up there with some of the better ones I've tasted. The breakfast prices are nicely affordable, especially considering the generous portion sizes. Bring your appetite because they don't hold back. Parking is easy enough since it's in a lot shared with a small strip mall, but don't drive too fast or you might pass it up. Looking forward to another long walk so I can "afford" to eat here again! :) read more

Sunny Side Cafe - Morning Bird Sandwich - delicious - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

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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. read more

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Today, I brought my daughter here for lunch. I am a big fan of fried chicken with gravy, and I chose this place because it had good reviews. Unfortunately, the food and service were both very disappointing. The fried chicken tasted like a frozen hamburger patty rather than freshly made chicken. Our server only came by once to refill our coffee. We had to ask another server for hot sauce, but it was either forgotten or ignored for more than 15-20 minutes. Eventually, we had to ask another server again to get it. Overall, the food quality was disappointing, and the service was extremely poor. I would not recommend this place, and I will not be coming back. read more

The food was amazing ! I came from downtown Los Angeles to go to Seal Beach and noticed this breakfast spot. The food was super good, the eggs were nice and fluffy and the banana and cinnamon pancakes were so good!!!! I highly recommend stopping by and having breakfast here ! The staff and everyone here are super welcoming and friendly read more

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. read more

Sunny Side Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Seal Beach, California

3.5 but rounding to 4. We came here two weekends in a row, cuz he really enjoyed the chilaquiles on the first visit and wanted to try other things on the menu. Collectively we also had the French toast, blueberry pancakes, Popeye omelette, chorizo omelette, overnight oats, coffee, & cappuccino over the course of the two visits. As mentioned, chilaquiles were a hit, overnight oats surprisingly delicious, French toast & pancakes were pretty tasty and sufficiently fluffy, but the omelettes were overcooked and nothing special. Both times he got a side of bacon, the first time it was soo thick, crispy and delicious. The second time was just alright. Oh, he also loved their organic coffee, would probably keep coming back just for the coffee and chilaquiles. Food aside, it's the service that could use a little work. Both times we came, they were kinda busy (10ish min wait before getting seated) but not like out the door lines. The first time, we were seated at a dirty table, and they had to wipe it down awkwardly after we were already seated. And the table was not set, we never got utensils until after our food came and we had to ask the food runner. Both times, the wait for our food after we ordered was longer than our wait to get seated. They're not super kid friendly.. even though they had a kids menu, the food was plated the same way as other dishes.. as in big plates and same adult utensils (at other places, kids at least get plastic utensils so it's not a hazard). Both times, the coffee refill only came after we got our check.. both times, our experience just felt like they didn't had a groove going. Would certainly come back for the food, but probably will lower expectations for service. read more

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I woke up early today to stop at Sunny Side cafe before I drive to Fallbrook. My friends always hear me talk about the Keylime Pie I get here. Today I will surprise them with this pie. I can't wait to surprise them. This is the first time I will be getting food to go here. read more

I got the chorizo omelet that did not taste like chorizo. You get one place of bread. Pricy OJ and they charged for salsa for a chorizo omelete. $30 for breakfast is much and the taste did not match the price. read more

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. read more

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Very nice spot for a great vibe anytime of the day. Service is great! No specials for birthdays though. read more

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Such an amazing breakfast spot! The few times I have come, they've always been SUPER busy! A restaurant being busy is a good sign. My family was not disappointed when I brought them here. The eggs benedict was excellent, and so were the blueberry pancakes. My dad was pleased with the chilaquiles. I also had their hot vanilla matcha, and it was wonderful. Plus, the service is great! Especially, our server was attentive and extremely kind. Wish I could recall his name! He was patient and proactive. Highly recommend this place for breakfast! read more

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Jeff was our server and he was great! Very friendly and attentive. It was definitely busy so I recommend adding yourself to the online waitlist on your way over! read more