Dorn’s Breakers Cafe

  4.5 – 2,520 reviews   • Seafood restaurant

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Family-owned, family-friendly bayside eatery focusing on fresh, local seafood, including oysters.

✔️Breakfast ✔️Brunch ✔️Lunch ✔️Dinner ✔️Dine in ✔️Take out Dorn's Breakers Cafe 93442

Hours

Friday7 AM–9 PM
Saturday7 AM–9 PM
Sunday7 AM–9 PM
Monday7 AM–9 PM
Tuesday7 AM–9 PM
Wednesday7 AM–9 PM
Thursday7 AM–9 PM

Address and Contact Information

Address: 801 Market Ave, Morro Bay, CA 93442

Phone: (805) 772-4415

Website: http://www.dornscafe.com/

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Reviews

Catherine Hunt
We were visiting Morro Bay before Thanksgiving and ate lunch here. It was highly recommended by a local. It has outdoor and indoor dining. It was a beautiful, sunny day and we had outdoor seating. The view was awesome. We enjoyed our food and service. It is a popular restaurant and it was very busy. The ambiance inside the restaurant was very nice and there are walls full of photographs of famous people who I am assuming have dined here.
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Emily M
Sonia was our server and was so sweet and helpful!

We shared the calamari cocktail, clam chowder, and fish and chips. It was plenty of food for 2. Plus the bread they brought to the table was delicious and warm!

The clam chowder was full of clams, I was very impressed. The calamari cocktail was unique and my favorite part of the meal. I really liked the oil and vinegar mixture. The fish and chips were fantastic, often I find breading to be too thick or doesn’t stick to the fish. These were excellent, crispy outside and moist/flakey fish on the inside.

We were too full for dessert but all their desserts are made on site and sounded delicious.

I would definitely go back!
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brisa rodriguez
We had a great breakfast at Dorn’s Breakers Cafe! The view of Morro Rock from the restaurant is absolutely amazing a perfect start to the day. The portions were huge and everything we ordered was delicious. I had the huevos rancheros, which were full of flavor, and my husband enjoyed the eggs Benedict. We also shared the special French toast, and it was delicious too. Overall, a great breakfast spot with good food and beautiful views. Highly recommend!
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Robert Miller
My wife had the salmon and I had the calamari. Both were excellent! Arguably the best we’ve ever had. The service was exceptional! Even though it’s a block off the water, the hilltop view was great. Dorn’s will definitely be our “go to” dinner restaurant when in Morro Bay!
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M M
This is one of my go to places for dinner in Morro Bay (I hear bfast is very good as well). The food, service, view and prices are all top notch for this casual restaurant. The outside heated patio has a great view of the rock, but indoor window front seating works as well. A nice bar up front is a great spot for a drink, etc as well as a large outdoor front area to wait for a table. Like most spots in morro bay, Dorns closes at 9pm, but I never feel rushed here.
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James C
Great place to eat on Morro Bay.
The steak & ahrimp was cooked perfectly.
Blackened sole was peppery but no overwhelming.
Service was friendly & professional.
There was a 30 minute wait and I could see why. Popular place because the food is excellent
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Scott Hurst
1st experience at this restaurant and wow was it amazing. My wife and I celebrated our 30th anniversary and we couldn’t have been more impressed. The food (blackened snapper & chicken piccata) was fantastic, as was the outstanding service. Shoutout to Taylor for making our evening extra special.
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Don Barrington
Great Food, the Calamari steak was fantastic. Everything our party of 6 ordered was great. Service was good, polite, and helpful. The Friday night wait was only about 20 minutes. Restrooms were clean which is hard to do in a coastal setting. We will definitely be back.
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Jennifer Reilly
My husband and I had an amazing dinner here celebrating our 13th wedding anniversary. The staff was friendly and on top of everything, the atmosphere was nice but nothing too stuffy or fancy. It’s overlooking the water and iconic Morro Bay Rock, with outdoor patio seating and an abundance of window views from inside. There’s also a full bar, and the cocktail and wine list has a nice variety.

We had the calamari appetizer which was perfectly and lightly battered. It came with what seemed like house-made Cocktail sauce and tartar sauce. The freshness really makes a difference.

For main courses, I had the scallops and my husband had the clam linguine. It’s hard to say which one I liked better! The portions were generous and everything was so delicious. I was shocked at how many clams were in the linguine dish!

To finish, they gave us a celebratory Chocolate Mousse, also freshly made in house, and it was literally the perfect way to end the meal – so light and fluffy, but full of flavor!

This is definitely our new favorite spot when we’re in town. The breakfast and lunch menus look great online too.
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Anthony Elisarraras
Dorn’s: A Classy Coastal Brunch with a View to Match

Perched above Morro Bay, Dorn’s delivers a dining experience that feels like being on the deck of a cruise ship—except this time, you’re looking out to sea, with stunning views of Morro Rock and the iconic three stacks. The elevated location gives you a panoramic glimpse of the entire bay, and it sets the stage for a refined, coastal brunch experience.

Well-Staffed & Well-Run ‍♂️ ️

We were seated almost immediately—just a 3-minute wait despite how full the restaurant was—and our food hit the table in under 15 minutes. With 12 to 15 staff members circulating throughout, the place ran like clockwork. It’s clear the owners have put thoughtful intention into creating a higher-end yet approachable atmosphere.

Brunch, Cocktails & Coastal Comfort

We came for brunch and cocktails, and I ordered my go-to: eggs Benedict. The hollandaise was flavorful and well-balanced, though the eggs were a touch more cooked than I prefer and the potatoes could have used a bit more warmth. That said, everything was still delicious, and the experience as a whole made up for those minor details.

The Verdict? Classy Attempt Accomplished ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

From the scenic views to the well-orchestrated service, Dorn’s delivered on its promise of a coastal fine dining experience. If you’re in Morro Bay and looking for a brunch spot that feels just a touch more special, this one sails ahead of the rest.
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