Beach Break Cafe
1802 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA
Crema's Take
“This beloved Oceanside institution has been serving up breakfast classics since the '80s in a genuinely laid-back surf shack atmosphere, complete with surfboards lining the walls and that easy-going local energy that can't be faked. The kitchen turns out standout dishes like their famous Chili Verde omelet with loaded potato pancakes and a notoriously good coffee cake, all with generous portions that won't leave you hungry. Snag a seat at the counter for zero wait and a ringside view of the action, or settle into their spacious interior and outdoor patio while soaking in that unforced beachy vibe just steps from Highway 101.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
There’s no wait if you choose to sit in front of the counter. Just expect a nice view of the kitchen and service traffic. We ordered plain french toast and banana french toast. The wait was not too long but it was slightly burnt. I was expecting a sweet taste but was left with a bitter aftertaste. It was a 4/10.
The Beach Break Cafe is a wonderful spot for breakfast brunch! The atmosphere is low-key and decorated with lots of cool surf paraphernalia, making it a fun place to enjoy a meal. The waitresses were fantastic and very attentive to our needs. We ordered the Eggs Benedict from the specials board, and it was absolutely delicious. The coffee cake, served hot and topped with cinnamon icing, was a perfect treat, and the coffee was good as well. Overall, I really enjoyed our stay and can’t wait to come back!
The food here is always delicious. We love the Chili Verde omelet as shown here. Its accompanied with a loaded potato pancake. Their coffee cake is Bomb! Smothered with icing, it light and crunchy. The only issue we had, that was reasonable but still i just dont appreciate, is that we had to wait for the entire party to be in the restaurant to be seated. Like just sit me so I can order my coffee, and maybe something else while im starving. 😅 We will definitely always go back!
Classic Oceanside surf shack turned breakfast legend. Opened in the '80s.. feels like a real locals gem Casual vibe with surfboards on the walls, outdoor patio, and that laid-back energy. Portions are massive. Breakfast is delicious. Classic diner vibes but with a homey feel Expect a wait on weekends. Worth it for the no-frills, tasty brekkie Service is friendly and quick despite the crowds
One of the better breakfast options in Oceanside. Located right on HWY 101 it’s not very far from the ocean and carries that casual, beachy feel to the restaurant. It’s quite large on the inside with many different sitting areas as well as covered outdoor seating, which is where we sat for our breakfast. There is a large free parking lot in back so parking was really easy. Our waiter was also very polite and the service was very fast. Only downside was we had to wait about 30 mins to be seated for a party of 4 for our Saturday morning brunch. For my first visit I chose the Santa Fe Scramble and loved it. The chorizo was perfectly spicy and it was a large sized portion. I opted for the free Coffee Cake on the side and thought it was one of the best Coffee Cakes that I have had in a very long time. It was moist and full of cinnamon flavor and the glaze on top was warm and just mixed so well with it. I would not miss it! Overall a great breakfast spot. I don’t drive up to Oceanside often but next time I do I would definitely consider eating here again and would recommend to anyone else in the area.
Crema Reviews
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