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Dorn's Original Breakers Cafe

801 Market Ave, Morro Bay, CA 93442
805-772-4415
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Ranked #11 of 69 restaurants in Morro Bay
Cuisines: American, Seafood
Good for: Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Delivery, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Delivery, Dessert
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Ventura, California
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Came here for a nice dinner and decided to treat myself with a $33. filet mignon. It looked like a piece of chicken breast that had been marinating in liquid smoke and Worcestershire sauce. The server was so nice about it but insisted that it was a filet, she took it back and brought out another one, however it may... More

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Tracy, California
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21 reviews 21 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

Pearched up on a hill with a view of the bay. The food is prepared homestyle with class. Large portions. Friendly place. Make your reservation prior to arriving is the way to go....we noticed this as we waited for a table. We will never eat anywhere else for breakfast.

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See 5 more reviews by Joy P for Morro Bay
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3 restaurant reviews
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23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

Always a great go to place! Staff is friendly, food is good, service is fast and the wait isn't long. Good view of the harbor and kids can run down and play chess at the chess park that is in view. Go for breakfast if your visiting, lots of great family and Morro Bay memorabilia.

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Los Osos, California
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3 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013 via mobile

As a central coast resident for 37 years I've never had anything but the best service and food at Dorn's. The food is consistently excellent. I bring out of town guests here and all have been impressed. The interesting thing for me is the top quality service that you might not expect in a restaurant where casual attire is the... More

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Beaverton, Oregon
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6 restaurant reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

The food was good but the prices were (to me) out of line. Finding bones in my $13.50 fish and chips seemed wrong.

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Los Osos
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32 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

We have frequented Dorn's many times over the last few years. Breakfast/Brunch has great choices and options of omelettes and I love the bacon waffle. It is just like I used to make at home on weekends. There are wonderful salads and sandwich's for lunch. There is always an array of fresh fish for dinner. The wine list has good... More

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Pagosa Springs, CO
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

We thoroughly enjoyed our seafood dinner at Dorn's. It was a highly recommended restaurant by locals, and it met every expectation we had. The oysters were great, the seafood salad exceptional. Next trip through the central California coast will find us stopping at Dorn's. Great service, attentive staff, and freshly prepared seafood - great combination!

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monterey california
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14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

There are numerous dining choices in Moro Bay, but the overall quality of Dorn's wins our "Blue Ribbon" for taste and freshness. Local fisherman will tell you that Dorn's really does obtain its fish from local boats fishing local waters. However, it's not just the fish preparation that should draw you to Dorn's, the overall composition of fresh ingredients will... More

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Bakersfield, California
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20 restaurant reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

I absolutely had having a waffle or pancake brought to the table with cold hard butter that won't melt! Not so with Dorn's - the syrup came heated!!! Dorn's is one of our favorite breakfast stops when we are in Morro Bay. A great view of Morro Rock, and food is fresh and consistently good. Always busy, we were lucky... More

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Los Osos, California
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44 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Great views, very good food, lousy service. No change for 12 years. This place is a tourist favorite, often with a line. Best for breakfasts, nice deck.

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