Bayside American Cafe

Bayside American Cafe

★★★★★4.7(1,658 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

This is a brunch destination that takes its breakfast seriously—the corned beef hash is made from finely shredded meat rather than chunks, the home fries are legitimately exceptional, and toast arrives as massive, golden slabs that justify the hype. The coffee flows endlessly while friendly servers navigate crowds with genuine enthusiasm, making it equally good for a quick caffeine fix before work or lingering with family over leisurely weekend mornings. Don't expect cutting-edge specialty drinks; instead, expect consistently excellent traditional coffee and a warm, unpretentious atmosphere that has made this place a reliable Portland favorite for years.

What to expect

Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and pastries on the menu. Family friendly.

Slow sitTraditional drinksFamily friendlyFull breakfastMeetingsPastries

Google Reviews

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Danielle Beck
★★★★★a month ago

What an amazing menu. I had trouble deciding what I wanted because ever sounded and looked so good. I ordered the Bayside Scramble with an English Muffin. I don't know what they do to their English Muffins, but it was perfect. The table beside us ordered a piece of French Toast…

Asa McCarthy
★★★★★a month ago

This is an old favorite. Though it continues to be a bit cramped and a long wait, it's very much worth it. Food is always excellent and options are vast. Lobster eggs Benedict is fantastic, and the bacon scallion pancakes with bourbon maple syrup is a must try. Get there as…

Ruby
★★★★★2 months ago

Amazing food and service. Cant believe it was our first time visiting this establishment! We are Mainers and finally made it in - theyre always busy and I see why. Hands down the best breakfast (it was so good, I remembered half way that I wanted to take photos 🤭). Irish…

Jon Doyen
★★★★★3 months ago

My wife and I were in town for business and googled "best breakfast spots in portland", and this was the top spot so we said let's go! The wait for a Sunday at Brunch was only 20 minutes for one of the best rated spot in the city which I felt was no issue. Our server greeted us…

Randy Langer
★★★★★4 months ago

Stopped in on a whim, googled this place and boy it didn't disappoint! That slice of "toast" is the size of a Frisbee, under it the most amazing home fries I've ever eaten! Endless cups of coffee amazing staff taking care of us, a true hidden gem in Portland!

E. B.
★★★★★7 months ago

Great friendly service. They were crowded and we didn't have to wait much. We sat at the bar upstairs. It was fun. Yummy coffee. I ordered the corned beef hash. It's not chucks of corned beef, it's pulled apart style, which the flavors were over the top! I highly recommend it.…

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