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Dottie's True Blue Cafe

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Breakfast Spot, American Restaurant, and Comfort Food Restaurant$$$$

SoMa, San Francisco

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Dottie's True Blue Cafe

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SFGateNovember 25, 2014
This local love is certainly worth the wait! Traditional brunch food cooked to perfection and a warm and fuzzy atmosphere. Go for the grilled cheddar corn bread if you haven’t tried it! Read more
Chris MessinaSeptember 1, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Split a roll, crumble, or bread pudding with one huge dish from the board with your favorite lover. 💏
Karina NApril 11, 2016
Whiskey funnel sausage, spinach, mushroom scramble. +$1 for their famous toasted corn bread + pepper jelly; +$1 to opt for fruits instead of home fries
Cameron BlackwellJuly 2, 2016
The area is a bit iffy because there is a homeless shelter of some sorts right out side of the cafe. The food is well worth the 30 min. wait. I would recommend the 3 egg omelets.
Luke BornheimerAugust 10, 2016
Always crowded, with a line out the door (and around the corner), Dottie's has lines every day of the week—regulars order from the specials board. Put your name down and grab coffee at Blue Bottle.
AbhishekNovember 5, 2018
Another gem of a breakfast place in San Francisco! Ordered the zucchini and poached eggs special and it was delicious! Long lines over the weekend but definitely worth the wait.
Jenna SauberMay 24, 2013
Start with the chili-cheddar cornbread with jalepeno jelly. Then order off the blackboard: banana walnut French toast and the corn/fontina/avocado frittata. Delicious. Cute spot.
Sophie FullardJanuary 8, 2017
#govegan not hungry! What an amazing, retro little gem! American classic with a tasty twist! Loads of vegan options that could be customized off menu but do be sure to ask the waitress for her tip! 🌱
Adam FJune 21, 2014
While the line is out of control the food makes it worth it. I would say get there early but it doesn't make a difference. Go straight to the specials and make sure to get the corn bread!
Sam BrownDecember 30, 2015
Come for the pancakes, get at least two, and drown them in the delicious maple syrup... I mean, when they give you that much maple syrup in a little milk jug, you just need to over indulge!
Food NetworkAugust 4, 2014
Guy thought that the cornbread and jalapeno jelly made a perfect combo and he appreciated the flavorful buttermilk dill bread. The veggie chili was appreciated for its complex flavors. Read more
LamiaDecember 21, 2014
After a one hour waiting, I had the blueberry cornmeal pancakes and latte as a drink. Both were good and worth the waiting. The scrambled eggs were good too. Nice staff and I loved their mason jars!
Joel CorpusJuly 13, 2013
Been here 10+ times
I JUST DIED! This place is amazing...seriously the best breakfast in San Francisco. Skip the regular menu and go for the specials on the board. The grilled corn bread is a must! Try a huge pastry too
Leah GFebruary 18, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Lamb merguez omelette and whiskey fennel scramble are my favourites. Be sure to get the jalapeno jelly with cornbread. Check the specials on the board before you are seated, they won't be on the menu.
Ashok LalwaniApril 16, 2015
Great place for Sunday Brunch but be prepared to wait for an hour or more. Definitely worth it. Corn bread with Jalopeno jelly and Banana Raspberry Rice Flour Maple pancake were my favorites.
SFGateJanuary 6, 2015
This 6th street spot has lines out the door for it's grilled cheddar corn bread. If you're up for a bit of a wait it will certainly be well worth your while. Read more
Ainee TinyFebruary 25, 2019
This is a must in sfo! Big delicious breakfast! The coconut muffin is amazing! The pulled pork scramble with the cornbread omg!
Joel CorpusSeptember 18, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Everything is delicious here! My faves are the Biscuit Sandwich, French Toast, Grilled Chicken Pesto Sandwich and any of the specials on the chalk board. The baked goods are a must!!!
Dustin RyenMarch 30, 2014
Might be the best breakfast in SF. Whiskey fennel sausage scramble was AMAZING. So was black bean Fritters. Try the jalapeno jelly woth the cornbread that comes with either of those two dishes.
Travis MurokiJanuary 10, 2014
You HAVE to get the Cinnamon Coffee Cake! So good and well worth the wait! Everything is so good, especially their home made pastries and sausages!
Jeanne LaddApril 30, 2016
Blueberry cornmeal pancakes are on point! You can also order a pancake sampler with all of their special pancakes of the day.
Nicole AFebruary 1, 2014
The popular item seem to be scrambled eggs with smoked whiskey-fennel sausage. The cornbread was the highlight but you need to order the jalapeño jelly ($1) to go with it. Best blueberry pancake!
Claire DayOctober 27, 2018
Wonderful black bean cakes and the chilli cheddar cheese corn bread is a revelation!
JulienFOctober 31, 2012
Very good breakfast ! They open at 7.30 am, make sure you arrive here before 7.45/8am because you might wait a good 30/45 minutes in line, no kidding. Nice decoration, delicious food, good service !
Diedra FahrnerDecember 1, 2013
First of all I would have waited 2 hours to eat this food! This place is food heaven! The Whiskey Blueberry Crumble Cake, Blackberry French Toast, and Jalapeño chili cheddar corn bread = amazing!!!!!!
nina muflehFebruary 16, 2013
this is the best breakfast on the west coast. try to get there by 7:00AM to avoid a long wait but even if you have to wait an hour it is worth it! daily specials are amazing!
Michael LunøeJune 7, 2015
Pro tip: get a good cup of coffee to wait in line with and save your appetite for the food and the mimosas! Don't get their coffee.
Marvin ChowMarch 14, 2014
Amazing brunch/breakfast place. Get there early (before 8a) and order off the specials board. Egg and prosciutto sandwich is tasty.
Missy BergenSeptember 4, 2012
Don't miss this. Arrive at 7:30a or earlier... but worth the wait if you arrive with a line (and expect it). Order off the board; get a muffin or drink while you wait! Staff busy but friendly.
Delena DayJune 2, 2014
The service was great, and the good was delicious!!! I was drinking mimosas and left 50.00 on the table after I paid, and the waiter stopped me and told me! I appreciate his honesty!!!!
Maya ShanmugamAugust 26, 2019
The breakfast frittata is amazing! It’s more of a hybrid omelette-scramble though. You can feed two people with that bad boi.
Karina NApril 11, 2016
Whiskey blueberry coffee cake crumples goodness with a blob of sweet cream on top!!
Niketa GandhiMarch 12, 2015
The Dottie's famous pancakes are out of this world! Not too sweet and perfectly fluffy!!! And their house-made buttermilk dill toast with jam is delicious!
Ashley RoseNovember 13, 2016
The grilled cornbread with jalapeño jam is a staple for a reason; the other specials were just too much food for one. Get the bread and split an entree
Anechka M.November 2, 2016
Delicious breakfast, simple combo of runny eggs, fluffy pancakes and crispy bacon but so well prepared!
Gyozo NagyMarch 21, 2016
I was not sure that waiting in the line for 40-45 minutes is worth it but the place and the food is brilliant. I could not eat the whole pulled pork because it was too much for breakfast:)
ChrisAugust 11, 2014
Lamb Merquez Sausage, Roasted Garlic, Tomato, Spinach and Goat Cheese Omelet with house-made buttermilk dill toast
Laneé FosterOctober 11, 2016
SO not worth the wait. French toast was blah. Cinnamon roll was yummy. I think it's so popular b/c everything is homemade. My Mom can do better so maybe I'm a snob. Skip the line & order it to go.
Pablo JimenezOctober 24, 2013
Crackin. Hands down. Better get there early, otherwise youre waiting in line for this place! But waiting in line is well worth it.
Juan BrooksSeptember 19, 2021
SouthWest omelette is delicious Be prepared to wait in line. The place is small, but worth it.
Meg JarrellApril 10, 2014
The banana chocolate french toast is BANANAS! And you know you'll have the perfect breakfast when they ask if you want your bacon chewy or crispy!
Tom CardenMay 13, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Worth the wait! Allow a couple of hours if there are more than 10 people waiting outside. Neighborhood improving all the time but still sketchy part of 6th St so be warned if you're the nervous sort!
héloïseAugust 1, 2016
Great service, not sure about the hype for a basic diner. Cornbread is good. Portions are enormous,,feed a homeless person with your leftovers
Frank KimJune 14, 2015
The boar sausage was incredible, and the scramble with whiskey-fennel sausage was cooked perfectly. The jalapeño cornbread is obviously excellent.
J CrowleyMarch 11, 2016
Side of sausage (pictured here) is a strong move. If you happen to order too much food (like me) ask for a to go box. Then give to someone in need, likely sitting outside the restaurant.
Alex BosworthNovember 4, 2018
Pretty sketchy neighborhood to wade through but solid breakfast food. A single order is enough for two or three people. The cornbread is good but not amazing
Dalì-La RienzoApril 22, 2018
Rustic place, regular breakfast pretty good! After 9:30 am you’ll have to wait in line!
suzanne 🌶June 13, 2016
Walked right in on a Thursday at 2pm. No lines! The blueberry pancake is a solid 8/10.
Alisha BAugust 23, 2012
Best place ever! This is my second day here, I had to come back cause it was that good. Order the specials from the board in front. Everything's home made and delicious!
JustineAugust 19, 2013
Best breakfast I've ever had. DO NOT leave the line!!! You must get the cornbread. It would be criminal not to.

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