Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.2 out of 5
Impressive | 4964 reviews

What Elīne Kaktiņš doesn't like about 101 Cafe:
I visited this restaurant for the first time on 7/8/22 and I definitely plan on returning when I'm in the area again. I ordered the short stack with a side of bacon and an iced tea. The pancakes were thick and fluffy, and the bacon was cooked perfectly. The restaurant wasn't too crowded, and it appeared that all the customers were happy with their meals. The prices were reasonable, similar to other local restaurants.... View all feedback. What Darren likes about 101 Cafe:
Classic diner complete with the spunky, energetic waitress running around serving the local clients and the Mexican busboy struggling to make himself understood in English but working harder to make a decent living. The food was served up quick. The salad was fresh and the ranch dressing was not thick and heavy. The turkey dinner was good just as the waitress predicted. Open til midnight was a bonus for this late nig... View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
4.0 ★ from 50 reviews
Aristotelis
10.10.2024 - 04:14

Not enough stars for the service. Extremely polite and courteous. Our breakfast was amazing!

Levi
10.10.2024 - 04:14

Had country fried steak and an order of pancakes. It’s was great and filling. Waiter was courteous. Great place and would recommend it to anyone wanting breakfa...

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Ben
10.10.2024 - 04:14

Decent food. Was a recommended yet not the happiest.

David
10.10.2024 - 04:14

4th time visiting at this 101 location but never expected an issue. I guess sometimes you get undercooked food, and I didn't get a full refund, but most of it i...

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Linda
10.10.2024 - 04:14

Friendly staff... Inside or outside options... Beautiful scenery and artwork right on coast hwy...

Menulist
5.0 ★ from 16 reviews
Owen
09.05.2023 - 08:34

I moved here 4 years ago, the U-Haul returned and was left. I looked around, saw this cafe and thought they had interesting works of art on the building, I wond...

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Jane
09.05.2023 - 08:34

This is a nice family business. The food is good. I recommend the Turkey Club Sandwich. We came to breakfast the next morning. Great customer service.

Misty
09.05.2023 - 08:34

Loved the 101 Cafe! Came for lunch on a weekend, not to know what to expect. The staff was very friendly and attentive. They have limited inner seats with exter...

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Elinore
09.05.2023 - 08:34

This place was great!!!! The food was sooo good, the turkey club and the fish tacos with the house sauce were delicious. The environment was as cool as it was f...

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Christ
09.05.2023 - 08:34

When here for the very first time and I've got to say the food is a10+. I had a bacon and cheese omelet and the bacon was so crispy, but yet tender. If that mak...

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Int Restaurants
3.9 ★ from 1196 reviews
Jolee
29.08.2023 - 05:01

Established in 1928 as a small diner, the 101 Cafe is an Oceanside institution. Breakfast is served all day and the menu features throwbacks such as chocolate m...

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Delichef
29.08.2023 - 05:01

This charming old-fashioned café serves delicious food and is located on the south coast highway. The café has a long history, with meals served to customers in...

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Alenn
29.08.2023 - 05:01

Great Service to compliment excellent diner style eating. On my list.

Christa
29.08.2023 - 05:01

Great small cafe! Love supporting local businesses, family atmosphere. Gives you a real feel of Oceanside. Foods pretty good for a cafe

Kaleb
29.08.2023 - 05:01

Food is a good, Milkshake's are awesome. Environment is really nice. Wait for food is not that too long and it's a good place to go relax with the guys or just...

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Sirved
4.2 ★ from 558 reviews
Cyril
18.07.2024 - 13:25

The Banana Caramel French Toast at this restaurant is incredible for breakfast, especially with the optional berries! You'll likely end up taking at least half...

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Elīne
18.07.2024 - 13:25

I visited this restaurant for the first time on 7/8/22 and I definitely plan on returning when I'm in the area again. I ordered the short stack with a side of b...

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Google
4.5 ★ from 1084 reviews
Tripadvisor
4.1 ★ from 191 reviews
Gastroranking-us
4.3 ★ from 1139 reviews

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