Swami's Cafe Oceanside

Great place to eat and enjoy people watching. I had avocado toast and herbs. My husband had Swami’s combo with a pancake. The bacon was a little dry but I guess that is taste. We had several staff come and check on us. Very warm place to eat and enjoy. Definitely will visit again. Love that is close to the beach.

Missed dinner the night before so we came into Swami’s ready to eat. This is not the place to order food for the first time with wreckless abandon. There is a reason why you can order one pancake. I couldn’t even finish mine and it was delicious. The special pumpkin walnut pancakes are a must. The fruit was fresh. Fresh squeezed grapefruit juice. The food can get costly too if you order a ton so be careful. Great spot for breakfast!

Nice breakfast spot near the beach. They have watermelon juice (my son's obsessed) so that was a win! The eggs benedict is my go too, was good (could have a bit more flavor, bread was a little hard to cut). Blueberry pancake was BOMB and huge (son gave it 2 thumbs up!) & my mom's turkey burger, I heard was on point!!

This is such a cozy weekend go-to for us. 🌞 They’ve got something for everyone, mimosa flights for me, a giant chocolate chip pancake for my kiddo, and lighter options when I’m trying to behave. The corned beef hash is a fave, and I usually stick to the Benedict because it never lets me down (the beef special I tried was a little chewy). It does get busy in the mornings, and you order at the counter with self-serve drinks, but that’s part of the charm. Swami’s is definitely staying in our regular rotation.

We got breakfast and it was absolutely delicious. The pancakes were way more than I could finish and I enjoyed eating them the next day too. Thank you for having great gf kids' options too.

This location is close to the pier and a good spot for a quick bite. However, the food had a cafeteria-like quality; it lacked flavour. The toast was cold, and the bacon was cold. I feel this is due to the system they have in place to pre-order before being seated. The service model was a bit different from other restaurants in the area. We had to wait in line as we entered and were then given a menu. Overall, our experience was okay. There was street parking available, but we didn’t use it and instead walked to the location.

Food was great! The chocolate chip pancakes, the buttermilk pancakes, the Belgium waffle and the fresh fruit were perfect. Now for the country potatoes, they were great. They were actually potatoes cute and fried. NOT frozen gross potatoes. This gives then an extra ⭐️ We are here visiting from out of town, so we looked at previous reviews. You won't be disappointed here.

The food is good, but not the best, the service is OK… No one came to pick up our food/dirty place until superduper later. We’re still waiting on pancakes. We ordered a long time ago. There’s usually a long line outside the restaurant, but that does not mean there’s a wait time! You’re supposed to take your order at the front and see yourself!

Upon walking up to the café, I was immediately drawn in by the doors being open and hearing hay, upbeat music. Signage near the entrance directed café customers to look at the menu, place their order at the counter then take a seat. As I looked at the menu, I appreciated the clear designation between vegetarian and vegan menu items. Vegan food choices includes a clearly marked tofu stir fry with vegetables and although they offer a Impossible Burger with vegan cheese, it is list as vegetarian since it is on a brioche bun which probably contains egg and/dairy. After looking at the paper menu as well as the digital board inside the restaurant, I decided to get a specialty item of Vegan Fysh Tacos an a side order of yam/sweet potato fries. When my vegan fysh tacos arrived, I was impressed by the food presentation. While the tacos were delicious and flavorful, the brown rice and black beans that accompanied the tacos were bland, The yam/sweet potato fries were the perfect combination of sweet and crunchy. Although I don't visit Oceanside often, if I ever find myself visiting the area again, I would definitely stop by to try their tofu stir fry with vegetables to compare it to the vegan fysh tacos.

To be hair, there are not a lot of options in Oceanside. I should be grateful for what I could get. Well, I still need to be truthful, right? We came here for brunch. Two coffees + lobster Benedict + Artichoke omelet with chicken sausage. We choose hash brown , croissant and fruit for the sides. Food is ok but definitely under delivered. Positives: Fast service; didn't need to wait for long to get the food Varieties of coffee to choose from; it's self served. Neutral: Artichoke omelet with chicken sausage - found 2-4 pieces of artichoke in there TBH. Chicken sausage is on the sweet side. Nothing special. Negative: Lobster Benedict: made of imitation crab, :(there are pieces of asparagus in between the poached egg and 'lobster' not digestible. - full of coarse fiber. Also ... poached eggs didnt have runny yolks :( Will give it another try but stay with the basic stuff next time.

Excellent egg dishes! I had the California scramble & my wife had the spinach omelet!

Never been to this location of swami's, worth a visit. Order at the counter and then the food runner will find you by your table number. Outdoor seating for people watching (and motorcycle engines) or indoor for the classic swamis wood and green decor. We were able to get a table right away for early Sunday lunch. Portions are huge, and menu is the same good combo of CA coastal/fresh Mexican food.

This is such a cozy weekend go-to for us. They've got something for everyone, mimosa flights for me, a giant chocolate chip pancake for my kiddo, and lighter options when I'm trying to behave. The corned beef hash is a fave, and I usually stick to the Benedict because it never lets me down (the beef special I tried was a little chewy). It does get busy in the mornings, and you order at the counter with self-serve drinks, but that's part of the charm. Swami's is definitely staying in our regular rotation.

Went to swami's in ordered Chilaquiles, I was halfway through eating them when I realized that there was mold on the tortillas. When I told the staff they tried to gaslight me and say that it was blue corn tortillas when it clearly was mold. I was not reimbursed. Do not come here.

This spot seemed to have a fairly straightforward cafe breakfast/brunch menu and I liked that they offered a good variety of options. I had the Greek Omelette, which was very good - fresh, perfectly cooked vegetables were loaded inside of the omelette making it a hearty meal. I also shared the special Cinnamon Roll Pancakes, which were also very good...it really had the flavor of cinnamon rolls in the form of a pancake...it was topped with a cream cheese frosting syrup that was perfectly sweet and tart. The space is big enough to accommodate a good amount of people. I was here on a Monday morning and we didn't have to wait at all, but I'd imagine a wait on a Saturday or Sunday morning. I'd visit again if I were in the area.

My husband and I ordered breakfast burritos here yesterday. The only difference in the orders was his had bacon and mine chorizo. The chorizo gave me horrible food poisoning (I've been vomitting for almost 14 hours now.) Avoid the chorizo.

Food portions 10/10 The workers are very helpful and nice. The flavor is good! I would even share with someone if my appetite was small.

Fantastic service with a friendly, welcoming staff. The portions are generous, and everything ordered looked amazing. This is a great spot for all ages. I honestly can't think of a single negative aspect -- if I could give more than 5 stars, I absolutely would! Also love the serve yourself coffee bar! A lot of different varieties, complete with sweetener and creamer (non-dairy options included)

Swami's Café is always a great choice. The food is fresh, flavorful, and comes out exactly how you hope it will. The service is friendly and efficient, and the atmosphere has that relaxed coastal vibe that makes breakfast or lunch even better. It is an easy place to enjoy a good meal and unwind for a bit. Definitely a spot I will keep coming back to.

The fries here were really good and so was the burger. Not much on the menu on the cheap side tho. I definitely feel that this place is overpriced for what it is. Staff were friendly but not the most helpful. Place is spacious and has plenty of seating inside.

One of the best places to have breakfast in Oceanside! Swami's has an amazing atmosphere! Greeted with smiles! Menus are at the door and above the register. Ordering is done before you find a place to sit. It's open seating- inside and outside. There are so many amazing options to choose from. I chose the French toast with fresh strawberries, and let me tell you that my mouth exploded with so many delicious flavors. And I also added a side of bacon that was so crispy and not greasy at all. And to top it all off, I had an order of orange juice. Have you ever had fresh orange juice in your life? Let me tell you that this is by far the freshest orange juice I've ever had in my entire life. Don't trust me then go try it out. You have got to come down to Oceanside and visit this gem! I promise you'll leave full and happy.

Very wide open space that gives off good beach town vibes! The cashiers up front are patient and really polite, giving some tips and pointers to their pretty decent sized menu. I was skeptical in ordering grilled mahi tacos as anywhere else I order usually comes pretty dry, but I have to say I was impressed and the fish was soft and had a lot of flavor! It was paired well with the rest of the taco and sides. The chips were a little overcooked for my liking, none the less it's a cool place to get out and hit on a sunny weekend day!

Perfect quick breakfast spot in beautiful Oceanside. We came on a fairly busy Friday afternoon and service was very fast. You order at the counter and they give you a number to take to any open table. It's open seating once you order and get a number. Your order is then delivered to you shortly. Fountain drinks and few other beverages are available, though we stuck to water, along with all the usual breakfast hot sauces. We are steak people so we had to get two steak dishes. Steak Benedict (8/10): I love me a benedict and the hollandaise was delicious, not too runny. The steak was perfectly cooked and tender. You unfortunately dont get as much steak as you would probably prefer but they do add bell peppers to fill the plate. Steak Rancheros (7/10): We weren't a fan of the tortillas but the rest of the plate was delicious and full of flavor. The portion of steak was much better on this one so the plate was overall filling.

This is the first Swami's I've been to where you order before you sit down. There was a long line to order when I came here with a few girlfriends on a Saturday. After ordering we grabbed a table that was sticky and needed to be cleaned. My steak rancheros arrived first when I was the last in the group to order. The first person in our group who ordered pancakes got hers so late I was pretty much done with my food by the time she got it. The steak rancheros dish was okay. Not bad but not something I will be going back for. This spot has indoor and outdoor seating. It's a nice and chill ambiance near the beach.

great casual spot for brunch! i really like their counter service setup, this place is great for large groups and late friends. you can order whenever you want, and there is a convenient QR code at your table if you want to order more. i'll be back for chill vibes and good food.

This is a seat yourself restaurant. It's on the corner of a busy highway with the beach nearby. It's open and airy with a laid back vibe, good for adults and kids. You order first then find a table. Fountain drinks are serve yourself also. We tried the omelet, BLT, and oatmeal. Everything was good. Toast tasted grilled not from a regular toaster. I also had a Mexican mocha which was yummy. I would return.

First time here and enjoyed it. Food was great and the wait wasn't too bad either. Our food came out at an adequate time. I will definitely be back. I ordered strawberry banana pancakes with a side of eggs and bacon. We had the mimosa flights which was delicious too. Boys ordered the ranchero steak and the meat was juicy, flavorful, and tender.

Ambiance was great and friendly. Coffee was so tasty and yummy. Food was okay the taste was not very special.

I give this place 2 stars. We were a group of 4. I ordered my packages first and my friends ordered stakes in separate orders. I figured since I ordered first and it was only pancakes at 10am I would get my order first. Well this didn't happen. My friends who ordered after me and ordered stakes got their food before I did. Everyone was eating except me. By the time I got my pancakes everyone was done with their meal. I regretted leaving them a tip when I ordered and paid for horrible service. Their eggs were horrible too. The pancakes were okay. Not worth the $26 I spend on this meal.

Unfortunately, our food was just ok and it was hard to enjoy our meal as we were constantly shooing flies away from our food.

Family and I were visiting Oceanside one beautiful, sunny Sunday. Asked a local about a good breakfast brunch spot. He recommended Swami's so we decided to give it a try. While you wait in line outside, you can see the ocean view from where you're standing. It was busy, but the line seemed to go fast. Be prepared by grabbing a menu and deciding what you want before hand so you can order at the front and then grab a table. The music was cool.. classic 70's music. Place is aesthetically pleasing to the eyes. Bathrooms are clean. You have the option of sitting outdoors which is probably nice, but it was super windy that day so we stayed indoors. Staff is on the quieter, reserved side. My Uncle ordered the breakfast burrito(Potato Scramble I think it's called). My Aunt had the Veggie Omelette. They both enjoyed it and said the side potatoes were scrumptious. I ordered the cheeseburger because that's what I do. And because I am a cheeseburger connoisseur, I can honestly say that it was one of the best burgers I've ever had. Good size too! Don't judge my picture of it, I prefer it without the lettuce, tomatoes and onions.. it takes away from the true star(the burger patty). Fries were crispy and on point as well. Man, I could go for that again right about now. But since I live about two hours from there, It'll have to wait.

My friend and I have been coming to Swamis in Oceanside for breakfast for years so it's about time we leave a review. The best sandwich ever is the turkey guacamole club and their acai bowls are top tier.

Good quality brunch food. Served promptly. Enjoyed sitting outside. Liked the extensive coffee bar to serve myself.

After a surf session at their namesake's surf spot, we headed by for some tasty bites! Although, we didn't find any this time!? Had unlimited coffee refills which were GREAT and a lot of coffee choices! Eggs Benedict eggs were cooked just right but the dish had very little taste. Maybe it needed salt and hot sauce ‍ Son had the burrito and his comment was "mid", low in taste and quality he felt. Nice location across from the break but there's better food to be had elsewhere!

I met up with my friend here for brunch. She got the lina spirulina and I chose the tropical storm smoothie. They were so refreshing! A staff member came up to us and convinced me to get a hot drink, so I got a hot chocolate and he made a really cute cat latte art! For food, we shared the Nutella French toast, traditional eggs benedict, Swami's club, and chilaquiles. Everything was so tasty and presented nicely. The portions were huge too and yam fries were addicting. Service was friendly as well. I'll definitely come back to one of their other locations that is closer to me.

I love Swamis. Great breakfast options! My fav is their veggie omelette and potatoes. Their pancakes are also the best around. Friendly service and nice atmosphere.

We decided to have lunch here because we saw a long line and figured it must be great! Welp, this pitaya bowl was delicious, but everything else lacked flavor! Nothing had salt! I ordered the tuna melt - no flavor. My daughter ordered the a verde wrap - no flavor! My other daughter ordered the $25 shrimp tacos, and the only thing you could taste were the grilled onions and grilled peppers, that's it! The clam chowder was NOT GOOD. I don't think I would come back only for the pitaya bowl.

I ordered my eggs over medium and they came over easy with runny whites. The rest of it all is good, but no on the eggs that's why you got two stars. Service was fast and courteous.

Nice cozy place! Food is excellent. The service was quick and friendly staff. Yum yum

We were there around 2:00 on a Saturday (they close at 3)--plenty of room & no real wait. Casual, friendly atmosphere. You order & pay as you enter, then find a table. Fish tacos were good! It was just right for our family.

Drinks were good as well as the service and the clerk even gave me a new cup after I accidentally placed it on spit on the table outside so I will come back again.

I'm going to be honest, I'm not really into the whole "paying before you eat". Having to get up and order another this or that, just seems off to me. Besides that, this place is nice and modern. Me and my daughter both ordered the chilaquiles (they were okay). I loved the Mexican mocha because it's made with abuelita chocolate which is such a Mexican staple. My daughter offered the mucho mango smoothie, it was really bland. The bathroom setup is nice and clean. I would come back here to try something else on the menu.

Swami's in Oceanside is pretty big, suitable for large brunch parties. We did not wait long in line to order, nor did we wait long for our food. If it's your first time at Swami's, make sure you look at the menu and know what you're ordering when you head to the cash register - because you order and pay first, then grab a seat :) Arriving for a late lunch last Sunday, I ordered my burger medium rare. Why would someone order a burger medium rare?! I know, I know -- I should know better. A moment of low blood sugar induced poor judgement caused me to say "medium rare" for how I'd like my burger cooked. (Note: This is coming from a girl who loves her steaks rare. We can go into a whole discussion why it's not typically advisable for a burger to be ordered less than medium (food borne illness, namely, E. coli) involving meat quality, facility practices, trust in the facility, etc. Totally digressing here.) Circling back to the burger, which we ordered with a side of sweet potato fries, and a regular caesar salad to share. Salad was okay, nothing notable. Sweet potato fries were sweet potato fries. Now, the boiga. Upon the first bite, I noticed it was surprisingly cold, but attributed it to us dining outside. But after closer inspection at my husband's half, and then my burger half... we realized that our burger was rarer than medium rare. Bordering on rare. Crossing the border of rare and breakdancing on the raw side. At this time, our other dining party already finished with her meal, and we needed to leave. There was no point in flagging down a staff member to ask for the burgers to be thrown back on the grill for another 4-6 minutes. Lesson learned: don't order a burger medium rare, because it will come out raw.

This place is great if you get there right when they open at 7am. The food is fresh and hot and the service is quick. The French toast and potatoes are good. We usually just order coffee because if you want juice it'll cost you nearly $10. And it's already almost $50 just for two people to eat a basic meal here (for a place where you order at the counter and only see an employee when they drop it off at your table). But every time I've come later than that, there's a line going out the door, the coffee is empty (you fill the cup yourself), and the food is dry and cold, so I'm pretty sure they cook everything when they first get there and then let it sit for hours and reheat. I'm not sure what else would explain how drastically different the quality is within a couple hours. Be warned that there are cockroaches by the bathroom area. They keep it dark over there, and I've had some jump scares when I turned the corner and saw roaches hanging out in the dark corner. There are also mystery smears/stains on the women's bathroom walls that have been there for months. So overall I'm not sure how sanitary this place is.

Delicious food, small wait, kids menu, did I mention delicious food? Street parking, friendly service. You order at the entrance, take a seat, food arrives fairly fast. We will definitely return when we are in the area again.

Poor customer service. Food is average, and overpriced. Outside is dirty. You are ignored by the staff. There's lots of choices, go someplace else.

We loved it. If we lived in Oceanside, we would eat there all the time. The food was wonderful. The service was delightful and the setting - perfect!

This is California cuisine at its best: super-fresh, healthy, and flavor-chocked. I live locally and hadn't been in nearly a year (it's only open for breakfast and lunch). IT'S STILL THE BOMB. Love the food and the vibe.

Tried looking for a breakfast place in Oceanside and we were intrigued by the outside line at this place. However, this is a "order, pay first" at the cashier and sit down - so, that's why there is usually a long line outside. The food was COLD COLD COLD by the time it was brought to our table. If you like cold food, great. If you don't, don't even bother coming. We had to send back our food to get heated and sure it was just microwaved for 30sec cause it was still cold on return. Ordered their mimosa flight, it was very aesthetically pleasing (but all flavors were sweet!).

I used to love Swamis for the quality of the food, but that has changed. They have cut so many corners to save money that the food is no longer as described on the menu. For example, the claim chowder and chicken tortilla soups are now 80% potatoes. Yes. The chicken tortilla soup is now potato soup with a little chicken and a couple of tortilla chips on top. I spoke with an Oceanside manager who stated that every chef was allowed to use his own recipe. Really? Also, when you pay at the front register, you are required to choose a 20% tip or higher, or none at all. What happened to 15%? Surely 2 minutes with a cashier and 30 seconds with a server does not amount to 20%, in addition to drastically increased minimum wage. I no longer recommend Swamis.

The food I had was pretty bad and I paid $17 with tip... Got a vegan mexican breakfast burrito. Was more like a hot water burrito. The first time I picked it up, it came completely apart and a ton of liquid came out. I'm guessing that they didn't press the tofu and remove the water properly before cooking. Super disappointing. Could've made it better at home for a fraction of the price. At least the hashbrowns were pretty good.

The food was good! Great breakfast/brunch spot. You order first and then find a table. Service was a little slow but the food and coffee made it up for it. Loved the ambiance and they also have patio seating. They have a special coffee bar with many different options. Highly recommend this spot and really good coffee! Didn't see a parking lot, only downside was street parking but wasn't horrible since it was a weekday.

The food is delicious and the service is quick. Would highly recommend for breakfast or lunch. There is both indoor and outdoor seating.

The pancakes and eggs were exceptionally delicious, and the coffee was remarkably excellent.

My all time favorite breakfast spot in oceanside! The verde chilaquiles are next level. Nirvana nectar smoothie is our favorite!!!

My friend and I came for a brunch, and its my first time trying Swami's. I ordered the eggs Benedict with avocado, and asked for extra crispy hash browns and it was so good. Although it was Saturday and the place was crowded,the order came in super quickly which my friend and I were surprised. Great service, delicious food, and friendly staff. A great place to eat.

Good food! You need to order at the front desk before sitting down so be aware of that. It helps to keep the line moving and prevents bottleneck. Chilled ambiance