South Pine Cafe-Grass Valley

As a treat, my husband and I hit up SPC every other month or so for brunch. We get there early-ish and sit at the bar. My usual is either the lobster or mushroom Benedict with a side of fruit (worth the upcharge IMO) and the "green drink" while my hubby prefers the chorizo Benedict and a red beer.

The music is usually good, as is the service. The menu offers a wide variety of entrees made with fresh ingredients. I have to avoid gluten and wish they had a bread substitute available so I could have their Olallieberry French toast (I avoid the Benedict's English muffin). The employees appear to be happy here, which is refreshing. Fun mimosa flavors, a coffee bar, and fresh-squeezed juice options available. It was $70 for the both of us (including tip), but like I said - it's a treat and we want to support this awesome business! ☕ 🍳

My favorite Cafe in Grass Valley! The crew are always kind and the food is always yummy! The Lobster Benedict is my regular and the house made hot sauce is special! Will be back many more times 💖

Beautiful old Victorian home. Lovely energy. Sweet people! The food was awesome!!! So were the lattes!!

I came here for lunch around noon. I have never been here before, and they sat us in a booth in the corner by the kitchen and it was freezing. But they were so amazing and moved us immediately and then the food we had was phenomenal and the service was even better! There's a lot of team work going on here. You have like 3 servers! Carly and Lisa were our helpers today and they were great. . we ordered the lobster melt which I highly recommend. And we also got this homemade blood, orange and cream pancake. And that was also phenomenal. I am looking forward to coming back to this restaurant. Thank you for a great time.!!!

This was our treat after driving for five hours. This place is cozy and warm, and seems to be a local favorite. I had avocado toast. The eggs were cooked perfectly the side, potato pancake was delish.

South Pine is such a wonderful little spot in the heart of Grass Valley. Our server, Anna, was great, as was the food. The green drink was bomb, and so were the ollaliberry pancakes and garden scramble. Their vegetarian options are great!
Our server dealt with a table beside us that was awful to her from the beginning. Sending back toast because she didn’t want it, and arguing with her about a 1.50 charge for salsa that she asked for, throwing a fit because she expected it to be complimentary. Anna handled it as best as she could, but these ladies were incapable of being pleased. If you are going out to eat, please expect that everything you order will be a cost. Otherwise, eat at home. And be nice to your server, it’s a reflection of how you treat others, and these ladies need to take a hard look in the mirror of self-reflection. Support small business and be kind!
Thank you for the yummy food.
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there is not a bad menu on the item. I absolutely love this place and will keep coming back. Ive had the blackstone eggs benedict and a few scrambles here. Each one has been delicious beyond measure! dont forget your short stack of pancakes!

This is a cute breakfast spot. It can be busy on the weekends but worth the wait. You also may have to hunt a bit for a parking spot. Once you get inside you will be greeted by friendly staff and a homey vibe. A classic country kitchen with elevated flavor. All of the breakfast staples are on the menu with a little creativity. Won't disappoint, but go on the weekday if you are impatient.

I absurdity LOVE this Cafe! Great food and service! I treated myself to a Lobster Melt for my birthday.

Great food. Amazing fresh squeezed juices.
Not super fast service but it’s worth the wait!
Kid friendly

Every time I come to visit from VA I eat here and everytime I live it. Best taters ever! Get them a little crispy.
I use to go to the one in NC year's ago when I lived here. Glad I still have GV to go to.😍

Wow! Just moved to the area and decided to give South Pine a try.
It was fantastic. We had one of the specials of the week: Pumpkin pie battered stuffed French toast as well as a Blackstone benedict.
Let me tell you, this jalapeno hollandaise..... 🤌 chefs kiss. Well done. I loved every bite although the potatoes could be a little crisper, that's just my preference.
Service was excellent too. We arrived at 9 and were seated immediately and when we left at 9:45 there were a lot of people waiting. I'd say before 10am is the best time to go, as another person suggested.

I'll definitely be back!

Food delicious - excellent presentation and fresh ingredients. Servers were most helpful and friendly. Love this place for breakfast/brunch.

Great breakfast spot good food mimosas and an extensive well cooked menu. Service was great too!

Wonderful home owned Café! It was my first time there but won't be my last!

Unbelievably inventive daily specials & soups! Sometimes I feel like they wrote the entire menu from my dreams. The space is cozy & eclectic, local art on the walls. Can't recommend it enough!

Freshness is the key here. The juice never stops! Local coffee roaster. Brewed teas. House made everything. Long wait on weekends. Popular spot. Neighborhood classic!

Awesome restaurant, great food, service and atmosphere... Ate there several times while I was in the area, breakfast fruit cups were incredible!!! Bird took great care of us, can't wait to go back!!!

For years, South Pine Cafe in Grass Valley has been serving up THE BEST breakfast / brunch in Nevada county. Every time I dine there, I am amazed by the consistently fantastic food.

Food came fast and was delicious! Tried to eat here once before but there was a line out the door. Now I see why. Only complaint, parking sucks.