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    Sunshine and Pa's

    4.0 (119 reviews)
    InexpensiveNew American
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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Samuel G.

    Great breakfast! First time trying, since our normal place was closed for a holiday. Called ahead and they let us get on the list, which was a huge help with the 30 minute wait. Not a huge amount of seating, but they were able to get us a 6 person table. Very clean, and welcoming waitresses. Service was prompt for drinks and ordering, but a long wait for food. Not an issue since we had nowhere to be, and could be an issue for those on a tight schedule. Could have also just been a one off that day. Dealbreaker for me on breakfast places is the coffee, and the coffee here was perfect. Not old/burned, or fancy/bitter, just good coffee. Food was absolutely on point. Fajita omelet, breakfast burritos were delicious, and the fried potatoes were great. I will be dining here again TLDR: Nice staff, good coffee, delicious food.

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    Ashley H.

    The food was tasty. Stopped here on the way home. Service was fast and friendly and everyone enjoyed their meals: eggs, omelette, breakfast sandwich, etc. Tasty crispy bacon! Seemed like a bunch of locals and regulars in there and the vibe was casual, place was small, but we liked it.

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    Great staff that was super friendly. Food was good and a great portion. It came out in a timely manner and you couldn't beat the views.

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    Rick T.

    What fantastic find. Great food at very reasonable prices. I would expect higher prices due to the area. I got the Hungry Boater. Huge meal that has 3 eggs, pancakes, 2 bacon, 2 sausage, a piece of ham, home fries and toast. Burp! So good.

    Two eggs, biscuits, short stack, fruit and then the corned beef hash omelette with home fries and english muffin
    Alaina M.

    Old diner vibes, friendly staff and love supporting local like this. I'd ask for the home fries well done next time cause some of the potatoes were cold (but they had great seasoning). Other than that food was your average diner comfort food! A great location in Meredith with a water view and walking distance from the docks and Mills Falls area!

    We have been here a million times and it is always amazing !!! Best poached eggs around
    Kerri M.

    Best breakfast place around the lakes region !!! my husband and I have been everywhere but this is our favorite. We go here very frequently. It is always consistent, best poached eggs around and the best bacon around. Everything is cooked fresh and a very friendly catering staff can't wait to go back next weekend.!!!!

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    Erin M.

    Food was really good! Portion sizes were very generous. Staff was friendly but salty.

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    Vicky G.

    We chose this brunch spot on a weekend visit because they offered some outdoor seating. While waiting for our name to be called we noticed that the waitress serving the outside tables was wearing her mask incorrectly (under her nose) and then TOOK THE MASK OFF while taking orders not even two feet away from patrons. We immediately took our names off the waitlist and switched to takeout instead. It seemed like this place was pretty understaffed but they forgot about our order until the hostess came out and saw we were still hanging around. When we came in to grab the food and pay, the same waitress was not wearing her mask INSIDE. I get that NH is a state with so-so mask adherence, but I expect businesses to comply with the state rules at a minimum. And by the way, the food was lukewarm and mediocre at best. So if you want a one-stop shop for bad food and COVID, by all means, check it out. [one redeeming aspect of the visit was the bubbly hostess, so do say hi to her.] We went to 48 Main for coffee after and saw they have great breakfast food and outdoor seating - save your time and head straight there.

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    Solid. Food was good. Like the small atmosphere. Staff were great. Despite no grits, this southerner gives it a thumbs up.

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    Really nice home made little diner for the money and staff were nice, cozy...............................

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    The portion sizes have been cut in half. I'd rather they raise the prices and then give the amount of food they used to.

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    5 years ago

    Amazing banana blueberry pancakes with warm Vermont maple syrup!!! Our waitress was great. We will definitely go back on our next visit.

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    Love this place! Great food, great staff, great prices! We breakfast here every summer vacation! You won't be disappointed!

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    Great little place. Ordered breakfast takeout for my family this morning and they were so friendly and quick. Everything was delicious!

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    Great little spot. Very cozy. Service and breakfast were great. Reasonably priced too!

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    Pan-seared Salmon with risotto and the filet special with mashed potatoes and roasted Brussels! Mezcalita cocktail too... 10/10!
    Pan-seared Salmon with risotto and the filet special with mashed potatoes and roasted Brussels! Mezcalita cocktail too... 10/10!
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