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The decor reminds me of my grandmas old kitchen, and so did the food. If I could eat here once I week i absolutely would. Everything looked and tasted like it was made from scratch. The potatoes were the perfect texture. The smoked salmon Benedict was probably the best I’ve ever had. Of two eggs I one was slightly over done and the other was perfectly runny. I would take it EXACTLY how it was 100 times again. It came on a croissant which was nice n crispy, and i tell you what I’d eat a bowl of that hollandaise. My partner got the fried chicken, i think it was called “ rooster steak “. It was great too. BONUS: Homey, and rustic. The coffee mugs are all different in the cutest way. The server was kind and attentive even though they were absolutely slammed. they provide hot sauce at every table no need to ask. Because it’s so good there are a few things you should be prepared for: • a pretty decent wait on a weekend morning (but no worries they have a large outdoor waiting area) •The only reason I didn’t give the atmosphere 5 stars is because the acoustics / echo in the main dining room make it extremely loud. If you are elderly, have ptsd, or autism, I’d recommend trying to come outside of average breakfast hours to avoid the large families with kids OR bring earplugs. Or maybe try being seated in the smaller dining area ! it’s worth it! • there isn’t a whole lot of parking in front of the restaurant ( though I got lucky and got a great spot) it fills up quickly. But it’s in a strip mall so there is more parking behind and around the building. Also the entrance/ exit in front of the restaurant is tight and risky, I recommend using the larger entrance behind the adjacent parking lot.

Sabrina R RobinsonSabrina R Robinson

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This is one of my favorite places for breakfast when I’m in town. I love that you can get dishes here that are beyond your basic eggs and pancakes. I’ve spent between $15-20 for one breakfast meal before tip, which is fairly across the board at this point. We have tried quite a few things on their menu, and have never had anything that was less than delicious. My favorite meal so far was huevos rancheros, which unfortunately was just a special the days that I got it, and I keep my fingers crossed they have it every time I go. It comes in a small cast iron skillet, which I am partial to, but the meal really is amazing too! If I was rating based on food alone, this restaurant would be 5 stars. Unfortunately the room leaves little to be desired for me because of how loud it can get. The space is aesthetically pleasing, but the dining area is small and echoes every loud voice in the room. Also since I’ve been there many times, I can say that my drink has gone empty for long periods of time when the server was not busy with other guests. Drink refills seem to be an issue at most restaurants these days though, so I would say my biggest gripe is the loud space. Overall an excellent breakfast/lunch place; even better if you don’t mind loud voices first thing in the morning.

heather kheather k

10

Hands down the best breakfast in Ocean City. In a town where you can find a delicious meal on nearly every corner, the Surfside Rooster reigns as OC's undisputed King of breakfast. It's just that good. Biscuits and gravy is a basic dish but it can be difficult to find a place that gets it just right, too often the gravy's bland or too floury, etc.- not here. You don't even need to add salt and pepper, it's simply perfect. They even make their own biscuits in house. Also: their BLT is legendary, the home fries are excellent (they add fried onions), the benedicts have never let me down, cheesy creamy grits, and don't even get me started on the breakfast tacos. I think my favorite thing on the menu though is the Farmers Starter, its got home fries and eggs and ham and cheese (and more) with gravy poured on top and served in a personal mini cast iron skillet. It's a small restaurant but eating inside (you have to get there early) is an equally delightful experience as ordering to-go. Super awesome, super friendly staff that'll make you feel right at home. All in all a 10/10 food joint, I couldn't recommend this place any stronger.

Danny ArmstrongDanny Armstrong

20

Was looking to try something different, but the bartender was not interested in greeting us when we walked in. We waited for a while until she finally came over & we asked if they had wine. She laughed & said "you're on the eastern shore, there's no wine here!" Wow! Should have left after that statement! But, we didn't. I ordered a water & my friend ordered a beer. A server came around the corner & told us that they did have wine & listed all of them. Props to that server! She wasn't rude. We asked for a menu & we ordered the chicken fingers & I made sure that this was made with rice flour. The bartender said in a snide remark " they are gluten free, ya know". That was the Only GF item on the menu, besides salad. It was extremely loud in the bar area & a lot of cuss words & derogatory comments. This was not where I wanted to stay and have lunch. We asked for the check right when the food came out. Did not get it. Had to ask again & she seemed put out. The chicken was good. The bartender was not professional at all. We won't be going back. Too bad, was hoping for something different.

Monica FMonica F

20

Ok, here we go…disappointed….not enough…everything was AS BAD AS IT COULD BE!!!! First, the Bartender (it appeared) started an hour ago b/c he had no supplies, no alcohol nor any ingredients for different drinks. I asked for literally over four different drinks with very simple ingredients (ones that I have at home) Hello earth to the Bartender in charge??? When I settled on a coffee with Baileys, they have no alcohol that is customarily used in coffee except some old bottle of..???? The glasses at the bar were gross. The food I ordered a stuffed French Toast dish w/o the chicken. It came out with hot sauce (no chicken) & the apples were frozen solid with something fried stuck to it, gag. Whatever was ontop made me sick, some kind of sauce? My husband’s food was cold, hard to mess up eggs (but they were not sunny side )toast/meat, they did. EVERYONE RAVES DO NOT FALL FOR IT!!!!! If they were busy I would understand, NOPE!! I’ve worked in the industry forever and just a no, never again and why, just why??

MZLIBMZLIB

20

Found this gem after moving to the area in 2020. Its country farmhouse with modern takes on classics. Quaint place, one side is bar seating only and the other is a dining room. Get there early on an in-season Saturday bc it can be packed. Food is fresh, tasty, and comforting. Went for my birthday yesterday! Had the fried green tomatoes with honey for an appetizer; the tomatoes were thick cut and the breading wasn't greasy at all. The honey added the perfect amount of sweetness and turned it into more of a breakfast dish. My breakfast was the avocado toast with potatoes, delicious! Rather than avocado, guacamole is used on the toast, topped fresh tomatoes and a Sunnyside up egg, along with breakfast potatoes. Great coffee and friendly service. I was treated to a free croissant cinnamon bun for my birthday, which was out of this world! You won't be disappointed.

Kali TarascavageKali Tarascavage

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