The hotel receptionist said upon checking in yesterday "it's the best breakfast on the island" and I now totally agree. If you're staying at the hotel, it's a no brainer, if not take the free shuttle up. Big portions, split the entrees if you're not starving. Juan, our server was great and our little corner table on the patio had a smidge of an ocean view. read more

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After a long day exploring the island, my husband and I figured we'd try the restaurant inside our hotel. Pretty good reviews, close by, saves us from driving down the hill... sounded perfect. Yeah... wrong decision. Drinks: My husband ordered a margarita and instantly pulled an ant off the rim of the glass. Okay... it happens. He tried to let it go. Then he noticed a dark winged critter sitting at the bottom of his drink... it was a fly. I told him to bring it to the server's attention. When he did, the server looked confused, like he didn't see anything. Then he said, "I can make you a new one or you can just finish drinking this..." Finish drinking a margarita with a fly in it. That should have told us everything. Food: I ordered the carne asada plate. Seasoning was fine... honestly passable... but the cut of meat was the cheapest, chewiest carne asada I've ever been served. My husband ordered the tri tip plate. It was just bad: * Bland meat * Raw broccoli * Bland mash * Thick, chewy slices of bland "tri tip" To be fair: Our server checked on us when he could. He seemed genuinely trying... but it looked like he was playing chef, bartender, and server all at once. Total recipe for disaster. No one can pull that off. I ate what I could because trying to navigate the island late at night for food isn't ideal... but this meal was a letdown from start to finish. Bottom line: Steer clear. Convenience or not... we won't be back. Not for dinner, and definitely not to give breakfast a chance. read more

The reviews had me ready for a yummy breakfast but our experience was so disappointing. Perhaps it was a bad day for them; it certainly was for us. We arrived on a Friday morning, only to find the door locked even though Yelp and banner said they were open. They were, but forgot to unlock the door. OK, people can forget, but the rubber meets the road with the food. One of us ordered an eggs Benedict dish and the other eggs and sausage. All proved greasy and way over salted. I could not eat much, nor my companion. Beyond that we started indoors but 2 TVs had 2 different programs - - way too much noise. And the cleaning product used were easily smelled. Not a good aroma for breakfast. Needless to say, we won't be back. read more

The service and staff are amazing. I got the chilaquiles and my boyfriend got the chorizo skillet. We were starving from the ride to the island and that food hit the spot. We also spotted a kitty! The restaurant itself is more of a chill vibe but it was honestly what we needed after all the traveling. read more

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We stayed at Hotel Atwater, and the walk was uphill past the golf course pro shop. We definitely worked up our appetites getting there. Placing our order took quite some time because the bartender had called out sick, so the server was on double duty, slinging cocktails. Well, the food and my Bloody Mary were definitely worth the wait. My Portuguese sausage and poached eggs were delicious. Similarly, my BF raved about his huevos rancheros. I ordered Bloody Marys from three different restaurants while on the island, and this one was my favorite. Best breakfast on the island! No wonder it has such a high Yelp rating. read more

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This place is super yummy. The service was great and they were kind in every way. The food was hot and fresh. Wings were great, chicken salad was great the chicken sandwich's read more

We had the chilaquiles with chorizo and the California Benedict and all I can say is this is our new favorite spot! The chilaquiles were still a bit crunchy, the green sauce was super flavorful with a medium heat and the chorizo was nice and crunchy. The California Benedict had a somewhat of a sopa bread with a delicious hollandaise sauce with bacon. One thing to note, it's a bit of a walk, but you can call ahead and they'll pick you up from down town. read more

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Came here for breakfast this morning. Food & Service are a 10. It's not fast food, so have patience, but very worth the wait!! It was pretty empty so quiet while we were there but not sure how it is throughout the day. Server was friendly and kept checking in on us. Will definitely come back next time I'm visiting Catalina. read more

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AMAZINGLY, friendly service! Delicious food with a nice variety of food items for breakfast, lunch & dinner!! Angel was an amazing host, made us feel so welcome! Beautifully, casual interior with patio seating as well! Reasonable prices with big portion sizes! Great atmosphere for late night drinks with friends! Bar available all day, and seating for dining in as well! Roomy restaurant with a lot to offer! I was blown away by the awesome service here & will return! Out of the way so you'll have to maneuver through the Catalina Canyon Inn to locate this gem! It's worth looking for! read more

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The restaurant is inside the Catalina Canyon Inn. We decided to grab dinner here one night since we didn't want to go back into town. The portion and price is very reasonable and probably bigger than any portion elsewhere. The food could use a little more seasonings and adjustments but overall tasted like a home cooked meal. But what really over the top was the service! The server has to be the best of the island, he was attentive, asked if we needed refills, checked up on us the right amount of times. Brought out extra napkins without having to ask. Servers like him are actually what make tipping worth it! read more

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Looking for an island local's place to experience good service, food and most importantly affordable; this is the place for you. Sunset Bar and Grill is owned/operated by a local island family with long time roots in the community. By eating here you are supporting a small privately owned business. They are also able to accommodate larger groups and offer catering services. They have catered a t my island house and hosted us multiple times for meals. If you want to get out of the noise of downtown Avalon to a more quiet area; this is the place to be. Great place for dining with kids. read more

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Great food. We had the huevo rancheros, chilaquiles and crees with fruit. Delish! The coffee was strong and hot, the juice refreshing and the food very satisfying. We walked up to the restaurant and found it to be quite a challenge on an empty stomach but totally worth it. If you get a golf cart it'll be a breeze but the story you'll tell won't be as impressive...just a thought. Highly recommend this place. The service and food were great. read more

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If you're looking for a great meal on the island,look no further. Sunset Bar & Grill has something for everyone. With plenty of savory options and a beautiful ambiance,theres no way you will leave disappointed. It may not have ocean views but it is DEFINITELY worth a short drive up the hill. The food is magnificent!! Service is top tier!! We ate here 3 times in one visit. Try the cheesy garlic bread, 10/10! This spot is loved and HIGHLY recommended by the locals and returning guests. *Location:Catalina Canyon Inn read more

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Location: it is up the hill from the mail tourist area, so be ready for a climb. The patio is small as is the inside, but it was not too crowded on a Sunday. The good news is that it is away from the tourist area which is a bonus for us. The food was solid. They have cocktails, beers on tap, and other options. The service was meh. We were there for about an hour before we got our food. No real apologies other than "we had to-go orders" before yours. When we go to the restaurant we got the last table a on the patio. When we got our food, the patio was empty except for us. Not great. I would recommend, but with caution due to the service read more

This place is a hidden gem. The staff were friendly and attentive. The food was delicious. The spicy Birria omelet and chilaquiles were outstanding !!! read more

Hidden with the center of Catilina Canyon Inn. Has a view of Palm trees and the sky above the ocean. So we didn't come for the view but the food is good food. We had a dinner and a breakfast. I recommend the crêpes, they were super tasty. The service was great, very friendly and nice. They made sure we always had anything we needed. read more

Nice little restaurant away from the hustle and bustle of Front Street in Avalon. Nestled in the lovely Catalina Canyon hotel. Excellent food and a great family running the business. read more

Went here for breakfast...almost too much good food for everyone. My daughter had the bacon waffles, I had a chorizo skillet and my son had the breakfast burrito. Left incredibly satisfied. The owner even gave us a ride to our scheduled island tour afterwards. Good people and good food. read more

Wow. Let me first start by saying this place is the Epitome of Amazing Delicious Food, the cooks here truly deliver. Everything from the Chilaquiles, Belgium Waffles to even just the churros ala mode. The food here is Incredible. Lastly, Juan is the most pleasant and friendly server Ive come across in most of my dining experiences. He's Always On Point. This restaurant is Lucky to have him, the cooks and the staff that contribute to such a Great Experience each and every time. read more

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This place was nice. I enjoyed that comfort of it being next to the hotel and pool. All of the food we ordered was good other than the chicken picatta. I feel like I've had a lot better at different places or I could make it better myself. The sauce was a little slimy and not creamy enough. Other than that, all the other food was really good. The buffalo milk drink is also so good! read more

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This place is a hidden gem with great service and incredible food! I have tried both brunch and dinner several times and have never been disappointed. It's a must try! read more

Honestly crappy service. Long wait times for food and even to get serviced. Honestly if you are a person of color unless you work here you will experience bad service. Also they don't wear gloves while making your food. Only good thing is prices are reasonable but I don't recommend this place at all. Went for breakfast because there's literally nothing else so this time we ordered to go. I got the tres leches stack the pancakes were burnt and taste like burnt pancakes. It was overwhelming and the tres leches are literally burnt pancakes with lechera that's literally it nothing else but a thin layer of lechera. Lechera for those who don't know is sweetened condensed milk. Also to make tres leches you use, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk , heavy cream or milk. So to call this tres leches it's fucken embarrassing. My husband ordered the corn beef hash and it was also burnt. The burrito my son got was good, mini kid pancakes were good. We also got the country fried steak it was good. Like those 3 plates weren't burnt so at least they were edible, these are going in the trash. It sucks honestly the only reason they are in business is because of the location, If it wasn't for the fact that the hotel is so far from everything and the only way to other restaurants is climbing up and down a mountain no one would choose to eat here. Their food is mediocre at best. Bring your own food or eat elsewhere. read more

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We're staying at the hotel that the restaurant is in so my wife and I initially ate here out of convenience. We went around lunch time and got garlic cheese bread and an order of fries, along with a gummy bear shot and Mexican lollipop shot. We were impressed with the attentiveness of the staff (one staff member noticed my wife was cold and gave her a blanket to cover up with while we ate.) The server was super friendly and the food and drinks came quickly. The drinks were properly poured and tasty. The garlic cheese bread is a must-order! read more

Maybe I hit it on a bad day. One at most. Food was cold. :( Staff friendly good location.

Everything was very good even the owner came and talk to us. Very nice place. Server was very attentive also for Catalina I recommended very highly read more

I was staying at a vacation rental and had some food delivered; it was terrific and no delivery fee. We got chicken parm, shrimp scampi, and cheeseburger sliders for kids. Everything was good. Would definitely recommend. read more

This place has some of the best food in Avalon that we have tried so far! It is at the Canyon Inn which is up the hill away from the main strip, but we were able to download the Circuit app and get a 3 minute golf cart ride from our hotel to the restaurant, I think it was $4-$5 each way (the wait time was only 5 minutes, too). Circuit is the "Uber" app for the island, just FYI. The ambience here was great. The restaurant is located inside the Canyon Inn premise which is an open air style facility with lots of palm trees and plants, and at night it's lit up with beautiful lighting which made for a romantic setting. The food here was really tasty, and very reasonably priced. We had 1 appetizer, 2 entrees (ribeye and pasta, each with a side salad included) and two glasses of wine for just under $90. Brianna was our server and she was so friendly and informative! It was my birthday so she played Stevie Wonder's birthday song and brought us out a churro sundae which was delicious! I highly recommend, it's great food, service, and going here gets you off the strip to see a different part of town which is another plus. Thanks for a great meal! read more

Veronica who is the co owner was a great hostess. We came for both breakfast and dinner. The tres leches pancakes were amazing and taco Tuesday was a hit as well. Highly recommend this place!! read more

Conveniently located inside the hotel if you're staying at Catalina Canyon Inn. The food is amazing and they have great service. Highly recommend. read more

This place is good food good price and friendly service. For being in Avalon this is my go to . Haven't tried breakfast yet but lunch and dinner is great read more

Intrigued by the exceptionally high ratings, we chose Sunset Bar & Grill for a casual dinner experience. We could not be more surprised to say that the food was outstanding. In its own right, it was some of the best, non-homemade, fettuccine alfredo and birria burritos we've had. The hilly journey and unassuming exterior left us questioning our decision, but once inside, every bite left us curiously amused at how a restaurant so casual could pack so much flavor into its food. I'd be remiss not to mention the reasonable prices and great service that we received. Overall, we were very pleased. Sunset exceeded expectations and was everything we could've hoped for on a casual evening stay in Catalina. I didn't think to take photos of the food unfortunately, but worth checking out for yourself!!! read more

Kindest, friendliest staff. Delicious Mexican food, and the location is very serene and peaceful!

As parking is limited at the Catalina Canyon Inn the Inn manager said anyone wanting to enjoy eating at the restaurant can use their free Catalina Canyon Inn's shuttle service. read more

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Love it, great food peaceful! Great ambience! Will come again! Great service! Friendly! read more

Breakfast avocado toast is soooo good! Is a must try. The location is hidden inside the Cayon hotel but has the most calming atmosphere. read more

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New place that checks all the boxes- yummy breakfast, excellent service, peaceful atmosphere. Extra nice to avoid Sunday brunch crowds in town, Benedict's were perfectly cooked, Angel was super friendly and attentive. Loved dining outside with pool view and trees. Don't mind the few friendly bees. Will definitely return. read more

Great food and service! Plus compared to restaurant closer to the main port you will be paying about 2-3x what you would here. Plus the view is from the top of a hill overlooking the island which is so beautiful. read more

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The newest hot spot here is Avalon, the staff are inviting and friendly. Great spot and atmosphere. The food is the best in town in my option can definitely affordable. Definitely a a place to experience. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Indoor and outdoor seating. All around great vibe. read more

This is one of the best restaurants I have eaten at. The food is spectacular. The staff are friendly and attentive

Absolutely delicious fettuccine! Great service and they have specials! Great outdoor patio area. Recommended