Shine Cafe – American
Sunlight dances across this cheerful morning haven, where the comforting aroma of sizzling griddles and freshly brewed coffee invites guests to linger over a vibrant start to the day. Golden stacks of airy pancakes and zesty berry lemon French toast find a perfect balance alongside savory, sun-drenched burritos and wholesome vegan spreads, creating a soulful brunch experience that feels like a warm embrace.
Fort Street +12505952133 https://shinecafe.caRating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, vegetarian, low-carb, vegan, dairy-free, nut-free, halal, kosher, gluten-free, pescatarian, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-sodium, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, gerd, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, high-fiber, carnivore, volumetrics, zone, tlc, alkaline, aip, renal, macrobiotic, slow-carb, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests appreciate the friendly staff and approachable dinner menu, noting the reliable quality of the dishes served. Reviewers highlight the welcoming service and relaxed atmosphere, making it a choice for those seeking a straightforward and pleasant dining experience.
Menu
Brunch Classics
- Shine Breakfast - $18.75: 2 eggs any style and 2 pieces bacon (OR ham/sausage/avocado). Served with 2 sides Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Full Breakfast - $24: 3 eggs any style, 2 pieces each bacon, ham & sausage. Served with 2 sides Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, High-Fiber, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Sandwich - $18.75: 2 fried eggs, bacon (or ham/sausage/avocado), cheddar, greens, tomato & mayo on toasted sourdough or multigrain bread. Served with 1 side Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Karin’s Vegan Brunch - $18.75: Choice of 4: Hashbrowns, Grilled tomato, Curried Coconut Carrot Soup, Fresh fruit, GF black bean-walnut patty, Toast, Sautéed spinach, mushrooms & roasted garlic, Vegan egg, Avocado, GF Bagel, Sweet chili-sesame tofu, Pecan cranberry granola Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Burrito del Sol - $19.75: 3 eggs scrambled with bell peppers, caramelized onion, tomato, black bean-corn salsa, avocado and cheddar in a whole wheat tortilla. Served with salsa & sour cream and 1 side Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Shine Granola - $16: Home made pecan cranberry almond granola, yogurt and home made 3 berry compote Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Berry Lemon French Toast - $18.5: 2 slices of lemony French toast topped with home made 3 berry compote and whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Famous Pancakes - $17.5: 2 big pancakes served with real butter & maple syrup. Choice of 2 add-ins: blueberry, raspberry, banana, toasted pecan, chocolate chip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Peachy Keen Pancakes - $19.5: 2 famous pancakes topped with cardamom poached peaches and whipped cream. Served with real maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 2-2-2 - $24: 2 pieces pancake or French toast, 2 eggs any style and 2 pieces bacon (OR ham/sausage/avocado). Served with real butter & maple syrup Available at: breakfast, brunch
Hashes
- Chorizo Hash - $21.75: 3 eggs scrambled with house made chorizo, black bean-corn salsa, bell peppers & tomatoes topped with cheddar. Served over house roasted potatoes with 1 side Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Robin’s Hash - $21.75: 3 eggs scrambled with sausage OR mushrooms, spinach, tomato & caramelized onions topped with feta. Served over house roasted potatoes with 1 side Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast Hash - $21.75: 3 eggs scrambled with bacon, ham, bell peppers, caramelized onions & mushrooms topped with cheddar. Served over house roasted potatoes with 1 side Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Harvest Hash - $21.75: 3 eggs scrambled with basil pesto, roasted butternut squash, sautéed red onion & braised kale topped with goat cheese. Served over house roasted potatoes with 1 side Available at: breakfast, brunch
Omelettes
- Custom Omelette - $20.75: Includes up to 3 fillings. Served with 2 sides Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Urbanite Omelette - $24.75: Bacon, mushrooms, tomato, avocado & feta. Served with 2 sides Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Coastal Omelette - $24.75: Smoked salmon, spinach, red onion, avocado & goat cheese. Served with 2 sides Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Singletrack Omelette - $24.75: Spinach, mushroom, basil pesto, avocado & havarti. Served with 2 sides Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sierra Omelette - $24.75: House made chorizo, roasted butternut squash, crispy jalapeños, black bean-corn salsa & cheddar. Served with 2 sides Available at: breakfast, brunch
Eggs Benedict
- Garden City Benny - $20.95: Spinach, caramelized onion, tomato, bell peppers, avocado, feta & basil pesto hollandaise. Served with 1 side Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Rancho Grande Benny - $20.95: Crispy jalapeños, bacon, havarti, black bean-corn salsa & ranch hollandaise. Served with 1 side Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Thetis Benny - $20.95: Bacon, mushrooms, bell peppers, havarti & regular hollandaise. Served with 1 side Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Polish Benny - $20.95: Home made perogies topped with bacon and caramelized onions & roasted garlic hollandaise. Served with sour cream and 1 side Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Classic Benny - $20.95: Local smoked ham & regular hollandaise. Served with 1 side Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cali Benny - $20.95: Bacon, grilled tomato, avocado & regular hollandaise. Served with 1 side Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fernwood Benny - $20.95: Roasted butternut squash, grilled red onion, fresh spinach and apple on a potato scone. Topped with pesto hollandaise & toasted pecans. Served with 1 side Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Southern Belle Benny - $20.95: Bacon, cardamom poached peaches, braised kale, goat cheese & regular hollandaise on toasted French bread. Served with 1 side Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Nemo Benny - $21.95: Smoked salmon, red onion, avocado & regular hollandaise. Served with 1 side Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Dallas Benny - $20.95: Home made mild chorizo, cheddar, crispy jalapeños & roasted garlic chipotle hollandaise served on French fries. Served with 1 side Available at: breakfast, brunch
- San Diego Benny - $20.95: Avocado, grilled tomato, black bean-corn salsa & chipotle hollandaise on cornbread. Served with 1 side Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
Lunch Classics
- Curried Coconut Carrot Soup - $12.5: Vegan & GF. Served with toast or cornbread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garden Salad - $15.5: Fresh greens, grated carrots, cucumber, sunflower seeds and dried cranberries Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Santa Fe Salad - $20.95: Fresh greens, corn tortilla strips, crispy jalapeños, black bean-corn salsa, tomato, cheddar, avocado and choice of roasted chicken or house chorizo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cascadian Cobb Salad - $20.95: Fresh greens, roasted chicken, tomato, avocado, bacon and goat cheese Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup & Salad Combo - $21.5: Includes a cup of soup, cornbread or toast, and a small salad (Garden, Santa Fe or Cobb) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Club - $20.95: House roasted chicken, bacon, cheddar, tomato, fresh greens and mayo on choice of bread. Served with 1 side Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- California Club Wrap - $20.95: House roasted chicken, bacon, avocado, havarti, tomato, and greens with chipotle mayo in a whole wheat wrap. Served with 1 side Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Add-ons & Sides
- Bacon, Ham or Sausage (2 Pieces) - $6 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free
- 1 Egg any style - $2.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- 1 Vegan Egg, scrambled - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Hash Browns - $6.5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Toast - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Gluten Free Bagel - $5.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Cornbread - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scottish Potato Scone - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Grilled or Fresh Tomato - $3.9 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Hollandaise (2oz) - $4.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Cup of Soup (8oz) - $5.5: No toast or cornbread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Fruit (8oz) - $7.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- French Fries - $7 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sesame Sautéed Tofu - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Shine Cafe
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data does not contain information regarding the specific hours of operation for Shine Cafe.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Shine Cafe by visiting their website at https://shinecafe.ca for more information.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features diverse American breakfast and brunch items, including pancakes, hashes, and extensive options for over forty different dietary needs.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This restaurant is unique for its extensive dietary inclusivity, offering over forty specialized options including vegan, keto, and anti-inflammatory dishes.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Bacon, ham, or sausage options work for keto and gluten-free diets, while Curried Coconut Carrot Soup is gluten-free and vegan.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The restaurant accommodates mixed diets with extensive options including keto-friendly meats, vegan Karin’s brunch, and gluten-free items like hash and bagels.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Guests appreciate the friendly staff, welcoming service, and relaxed atmosphere, alongside the reliable quality of the approachable dinner menu.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a relaxed brunch experience with diverse dietary options like vegan, keto, and gluten-free would most enjoy this restaurant.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- With a 3.0/5 rating, this American cafe offers reliable quality and friendly service, distinguishing itself through an exceptionally diverse range of dietary-specific options.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The restaurant is currently operational, offering a variety of breakfast and brunch dishes with a website available for further information.
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