Sandbox Cafe Surf City

Oh my goodness! What a hidden gem! This place is absolutely one of the best places for breakfast on the island! Staff is very personable and welcoming. Very tasty and generous portions. A must visit! A

One of our go-to breakfast places. Good food, portions, service, and comfortable atmosphere at a reasonable price. Owners take a personal interest in your experience. Parking: In season at peak hours you may have to search a few minutes. Other times easy to find.

I loved this place. The coffee mugs are so random that it’s awesome. The food was incredible and timely. The waitress and hostess were so friendly and warm. The seating is very quaint and not crowded at all. Try the pancake sizzler if you go, it’s worth the wait.

Through the years, our summer vacation would not be complete without at least one visit to The Sandbox Cafe. It is perhaps the first restaurant I ever fell in love with. It’s not just about the food. The feel-good ambiance created mirrors the menu of eclectically upscaled dishes, taking ordinary to legendary. A fun casual experience.I have always enjoyed their outside dining, canopied by trees and umbrellas, and surrounded by “beachy” decor. It is a space that feels more relaxed than home. The colors of the naturally landscaped patio, combined with hand-painted garden decorations provides the perfect feel-good beach vibe. I have always been so impressed that I try to recreate the feel in my own backyard. I wish they could come cook for me!And the food is superb. My favorite is the Chocolate Chip Sizzler, a deep-dish pancake loaded with chocolate chips and sweet cream filling. They always provide syrup, but it is not necessary. I suggest the large for sharing, so that you can order another dish as well. I would love to be able to one day say I have tried everything on the menu.Staff is so welcoming, and given the number of people they serve that is a tall order. My autistic daughter, Paige, often presents with challenging behaviors. She is now 21 years old and has grown up dining here. Everyone has always gone out of their way to make her feel special. That is something that isn’t on the menu, but it speaks to the caring touch they put on everything they do.While their original location is missed because it is where we started, having the capacity for indoor dining means more seasons to enjoy this family favorite. One visit to The Sandbox Cafe, and you will leave already planning your return trip.

My absolute favorite breakfast spot. We come every weekend and it has not failed us. Great menu with something for everyone (including vegetarian options). Go-to is the waffler combo with strawberries on top. Their fruit smoothies are god-tier, strawberry mango combo is the best but they have a large variety to choose and mix from to suit your tastes! Claire is the BEST, an angel. We will continue to make this our weekend tradition.