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South Pine Cafe

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South Pine Cafe, located in downtown Grass Valley, is a popular spot known for its delicious breakfast and cafe fare. Customers rave about the welcoming and friendly staff who contribute to a strong sense of community. The cafe offers a diverse menu with American classics and inf...

South Pine Cafe

Coffee · Grass Valley

4.5 · 933 reviews Google
www.southpinecafe.com
Yelp 4.0 (636) TripAdvisor 4.4 (263) HappyCow 3.5 (17)

About South Pine Cafe

South Pine Cafe, located in downtown Grass Valley, is a popular spot known for its delicious breakfast and cafe fare. Customers rave about the welcoming and friendly staff who contribute to a strong sense of community. The cafe offers a diverse menu with American classics and influences from Mexican...

South Pine Cafe, located in downtown Grass Valley, is a popular spot known for its delicious breakfast and cafe fare. Customers rave about the welcoming and friendly staff who contribute to a strong sense of community. The cafe offers a diverse menu with American classics and influences from Mexican, Asian, and vegetarian cuisines, alongside a selection of fresh juices, beer, coffee, and tea. Signature dishes like the Lobster Benedict, Lobster Scramble, and Strawberry Banana Nutella Pancakes are highly recommended. While often bustling, the experience is considered well worth the wait. South Pine Cafe provides options for delivery, takeout, and dine-in, with wheelchair accessibility.

What Customers Say About South Pine Cafe

South Pine Cafe is a popular breakfast spot known for its delicious food, friendly service, and cozy atmosphere. Lobster Benedict, Lobster Scramble, and Portobello Egg Benedict are highly recommended. Expect a wait, especially during busy times.

Popular Dishes

Lobster Benedict (3) Lobster Scramble (3) Portobello Egg Benedict Strawberry Banana Nutella Pancakes breakfast burrito southwest turkey melt

Best For

Couples Families Groups Brunch Locals Tourists

Tip: Be patient, as it is always busy. It is worth the wait!

Features

📶 WiFi 🅿️ Parking 🚗 Delivery Accessible 🌅 Breakfast 🍽️ Lunch 🥗 Vegetarian 🌱 Vegan Coffee
🎯 Casual 🛋️ Cozy Trendy 👥 Groups

What to see nearby

Home of Lotta Crabtree
A 432m

Home of Lotta Crabtree

edificio

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Home of Lola Montez
A 435m

Home of Lola Montez

edificio

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Memorial Park
A 880m

Memorial Park

parque

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Explore the area around South Pine Cafe

South Pine Cafe is located in Grass Valley, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.

Parks & Gardens

  • Memorial Park (A 880m) — park in Nevada County, California, United States of America

Other Points of Interest

  • Home of Lotta Crabtree (A 432m) — building in California, United States
  • Home of Lola Montez (A 435m) — historic site in Grass Valley, California

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Frequently asked questions about South Pine Cafe

South Pine Cafe is located at 102 Richardson St, Grass Valley, CA 95945, Grass Valley.
Near South Pine Cafe you can find points of interest such as Home of Lotta Crabtree, Home of Lola Montez, Memorial Park.
South Pine Cafe offers coffee cuisine.
South Pine Cafe has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.
South Pine Cafe offers the following services: dine-in, takeaway, delivery.
The most recommended dishes at South Pine Cafe based on customer reviews are: Lobster Benedict, Lobster Scramble, Portobello Egg Benedict, Strawberry Banana Nutella Pancakes, breakfast burrito.
South Pine Cafe is ideal for couples, families, groups, brunch, locals, tourists.
South Pine Cafe is a popular breakfast spot known for its delicious food, friendly service, and cozy atmosphere. Lobster Benedict, Lobster Scramble, and Portobello Egg Benedict are highly recommended. Expect a wait, especially during busy times.
Be patient, as it is always busy. It is worth the wait!
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Rachel Sierer Wooden
Rachel Sierer Wooden

We came here on our way to Nevada City. The food was very good. I got the lobster eggs benedict, my kids got the pancakes and waffles, and my husband got an All-American type breakfast. The orange juice tasted fresh squeezed and the lattes were very tasty. The potatoes that come with the breakfasts weren't that fantastic... It was like they were boiled and there was a half-hearted attempt to grill them possibly. However everything else was great. They even have homemade ketchup. Not sure if they do reservations, but we waited quite some time on a Saturday morning to get in, but we weren't in a hurry so it was fine.

Mary P
Mary P

Visited with my friends November 21st. It is located in downtown Grass Valley. This place is Always busy! I had to see the dentist in a bit so just had an egg and toast. It was good! Waitresses are hustling! My friends stayed longer as I had to get to my appointment and they were being entertained by their two kids! It's a very popular spot with a funky but cool atmosphere. Everyone seemed happy and enjoying their food! Note: they get really busy and you need to sign in when you get there. Bring your patience when waiting for your food! They have bar seating as well. I know they have beer and wine but don't know if they have a full bar.

Ty LaCourse
Ty LaCourse

The food here is absolutely delicious and the staff are so welcoming and friendly. We found ourselves loving the sense of community that comes from having such great energy from each and everyone working here. My wife and I even came here immediately after our wedding ceremony! We'd love coming here even if the food wasn't as incredible as it is, luckily, there's no concessions made when you can have your great vibes and eat them too.

Mikealo Barro
Mikealo Barro

One of the dudes was a grump but the drinks were delicious . The food choices we made were also delicious.

Jo Hanna
Jo Hanna

The portions were huuuuuuuuuge! But the food so delicious! We got a table quickly and the food as well even though it was busy. Very cozy american style place !

Tryston Thomas
Tryston Thomas

Food was so so very good. We are on a road trip from ogden to ft bragg n this place is the first place my 5 yr old son ate all his food AND EGGS. We will definitely be back on our way home kids asked specifically for that place again today 3 days later hahaha

One Shoots Photography
One Shoots Photography

I ordered a portobello egg Benedict. It was really tasty. Good espresso shot. Nice ambiance. Great service

S. Porter
S. Porter

Wow! I moved to the Grass Valley/Nevada City area about a year ago and I just found this place. Really sad I didn't find it sooner! Had a friend from socal visiting and looked up the breakfast spots in my area. Really enjoyed the atmosphere including all the hand drawn art on the walls. The food was great! Pancakes were really fluffy and bhttery, great berry sauce on top. The eggs Benedict was fantastic. The hollandaise has jalapeño in it, great kick! I also really enjoyed my hot vanilla latte was super creamy and really nice. Can't wait to come back and bring more friends

Amanda A
Amanda A

We visited with a group of friends and had such a great time. The restaurant had a great variety of options - mostly American and some Mexican, Asian, and vegetarian options. They offer fresh juices, coffee options, and other drinks as well. There was beautiful artwork on the walls for sale, a great mix of 80's music playing in the background, and attentive staff.

Tammy Anderson
Tammy Anderson

Always AMAZING and busy. Be patient. It is worth the wait! Highly recommend the Lobster Benedict, Lobster Scramble and the Strawberry Banana Nutella Pancakes. Everything on the menu is delicious. Something for everyone and all dietary needs. Staff is very friendly and service is impeccable. They have wonderful coffee drinks and mimosas. Also serve beer and wine. Try the Chico Chai and the Grapefruit Mimosa. Yum!

Maria Etessam
Maria Etessam

Went for brunch and had a really good meal. Would totally recommend the portobello poached eggs and the chico chai. The bloody Mary's and the grapefruit mimosas were so nicely done!

Scott Larsen
Scott Larsen

Next level breakfast. Everything we ordered was 11 out of 10. Lobster Benedict with home fries and Lobster scramble with home fries. Also the freshly squeezed blood orange mimosas 😋 This place should be on diners drive ins and dives. Condiments are homemade.

Chad Osborn
Chad Osborn

It's a small place with with a large taste! This was the place for us and our Vegan friend to all find something we would love! We had the Lobster Benny, Lobster Scramble, The Portabello Tofu Scramble and the Chile Rell the reno Special. All made to perfection. I had the Jalapeno Hollandaise sauce on the side...it's so good. BlackBerry/Mango Jam and the Habanero sauce are a must. It's a bit loud Inside and we waited about 30+ mins, but well worth it!

Todd I
Todd I

Great food and great service for my wife and I this morning! Our server Crista’s infectious smile, professionalism, and attention to detail only added to our delicious breakfast and overall experience. We are certain to return! Update- added some pictures from numerous return visits.

I AM ABUNDANCE
I AM ABUNDANCE

Friendly server, food came quick. Probably waited maybe 15 minutes after ordering. Nice wide open space. Calm atmosphere. Reasonable pricing. Taste great!

M H
M H

Food is good not great. We had the breakfast burrito and southwest turkey melt. The meat was of good quality but seemed to be oddly seasoned tasted like cinnamon? The home fries are just not my preference I prefer a crispier potato. Service is friendly not attentive we only got one water refill. The house made garlic feta salad dressing has fantastic flavor.

Anonymous
Anonymous

I came here on the day after Thanksgiving with my family. I ordered a mocha and a half order of ollaliberry French toast, expecting a semisweet berry sauce on a moist and supple toast. Instead, the French toast was lukewarm, dry, and flavorless, more akin to cardboard rather than bread, and the berry sauce was so bitter I could barely eat it. I managed to eat one of the four slices, washing away the bitter flavor with sips of coffee, before my mom told me I should ask for something else if I couldn’t finish it. The server was apologetic and incredibly kind, and even though it was almost closing time and the kitchen was shutting down, she let me order something else. I didn’t have much of an appetite left after the French toast experience, so I asked for a cup of soup. I was soon served a cup of delicious tomato & red pepper soup. It was creamy, warm, and flavorful, with just the right amount of red pepper kick. When we received the bill, I saw that they kindly had not charged us for the French toast. TL;DR: good restaurant, except for the French toast.

Robert Anderson
Robert Anderson

The food is really good and the service was fine. You definitely can't be in a hurry as getting a table takes a while and so does getting your food.

Bill
Bill

The building is real easy to locate and it's a pretty building. The lobby is a decent size with a little waiting area. The restaurant is bright and unfortunately very loud because the front door slams shut every time someone goes through. Our server was Pfeffie and she was quite pleasant to chat with and was singing and a little dancing to the music that was playing. The food was a little hit and miss. We both had one of the specials of the day, I had the Roast Beef and Gorgonzola sandwich which was great but I got a side of "Clam Chowder" that was clearly Manhattan style and I never tasted or felt a clam, just the bacon that was in there. It tasted fine, but not clam chowdery enough if I could only taste the bacon. My wife got the Tutti Fruity Pancakes, which she loved. We also got a side of home fries with cheese and they were alright but mostly bland.

Mike
Mike

The food here is genuinely good—some of the best I've had locally, with generous portions and fair prices that make it a great value for everyday dining. The servers are friendly and attentive too. However, the experience here was ruined by the new manager. The restaurant offers Wi-Fi with signs posted but has not worked for over six months. When I politely raised this issue as a fairly regular customer, suggesting they either fix it or remove the sign to avoid misleading people, the manager became defensive, repeated 'we're not an internet cafe,' and refused to consider being transparent about why the Internet never seems to work. The conversation escalated unnecessarily, ending with me being asked to leave. It's disappointing because the core offerings of food and value are strong, but deceptive amenities and poor complaint handling fail the basic honesty test. Transparency with customers would go a long way.

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🥞 Breakfast
🥐 Brunch
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Coffee
🍰 Desserts
🥗 Vegetarian Options
🌱 Vegan Options
🥡 Takeout
🚚 Delivery
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🕐 Hours Today
8AM-3PM
Rating
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💬 Reviews
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⏱️ Typical Visit
People typically spend 45 min to 1.5 hr here
📞 Phone
+1 530-274-0261
🌐 Website
www.southpinecafegv.com
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📶 Free WiFi
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Wheelchair Accessible
🚻 Restroom
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