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Sand Box Cafe

2604 Long Beach Blvd, Ship Bottom, Long Beach Island, NJ 08008-4262
609-361-2425
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Ranked #1 of 37 restaurants in Ship Bottom
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch
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Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch
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Bradenton, Florida
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73 reviews 73 reviews
60 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
35 helpful votes 35 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 September 2012

The creations here remind of California breakfast creations. Well constructed with an amazing interplay of tastes. The chef really outdoes herself with what she can do with pancakes! Seated under arching trees, it can get a little cramped for space and you will wait for a table in season (They close for the winter!).

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Springfield, Virginia
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29 reviews 29 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 August 2012

fantastic fun atmosphere, friendly service and fabulous, fresh food all unrivaled on LBI. Breakfast foods are wonderfully fresh, exquistely prepared and invitingly served. FIRST CLASS!!! CONGRATULATIONS Sandbox owners for filling a huge void on LBI. Visits to your little place make me feel like I've been on vacation. We will be back many times. THank you

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Saratoga Springs, New York
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7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 August 2012 via mobile

We went here for lunch, the food was very good (I had a burger, my husband had tuna salad sandwich). Fun, eclectic beachy decor in an outdoor seating area under large umbrellas. We are glad we didn't bring our 3 yr. old though- the place is packed with small tables, and we sat next to a little water fountain/pond. I... More

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Ship Bottom, New Jersey
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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 August 2012

Wonderful atmosphere, people and food. There is nothing else quite like it and I can't believe we waited so long to try the Sanbox Cafe. A true gem with limited seating. You will not be disappointed.

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New Jersey
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23 reviews 23 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 August 2012

Any of you who have gone to the Keys know what I'm talking about. Funky, good food, but no chickens.

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Beach Haven, New Jersey
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 August 2012

We love this little outdoor cafe that is only open for breakfast and lunch. The decor is like being on Key West (you can even take a shower in the associated bath house). Food is delicious with casual but efficient service. Prices are fair.

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Piscataway, New Jersey
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33 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 August 2012 via mobile

After reading reviews on tripadvisor, we decided to give it a try (for breakfast). IT IS A MUST! The atmosphere is great. The waitstaff was terrific. And the food was yummy! Small, outdoor eatery-- if you're coming with a large party be prepared that you may not be able to sit together. No biggie. **cash only!

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11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 August 2012 via mobile

Cash only; a little pricey so bring lots. However, the food is well worth the price. The sizzler pancake takes 20 minutes, but the wait pays off! Cute atmosphere that kept my son entertained. All our breakfasts were to die for. Will be back again and again.

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Willow Grove, Pennsylvania, United States
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 August 2012

Not your usual eggs and pancakes for breakfast. They have such a unique menu! The sizzler's are to die for. The pancakes are huge! The presentation of the food was almost as exciting as it was to eat it. The staff and owners are super friendly! Catered to our every need! You will not be sorry you ate here. There... More

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28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 August 2012 via mobile

Goid breakfast with mamouth size pancakes (the short stack was described as "half a birthday cake") and other decent food. The wait will be long after 9am.

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