Sandpiper Cafe and Gifts

I came in on the Sunday of the Dunedin arts festival. Wait, let me back up. I came in on the Saturday of the arts festival and no one even acknowledged mine or my wife’s existence. So, we left. Back to the story… We came in again on the Sunday because I was craving a sandwich and they were the closest place with one. Again, no one acknowledged us, until we asked the young lady at the cash register if you seat yourselves. She said yes, so we did, and that’s where the waiting began. We waited a long time, finally getting service. We ordered our drinks and sat outside where the radio was playing. Well, 15 minutes later, she came out and told us our food would «be a minute still». So, we waited, and waited, and waited, and waited. Just as we were about to get up and leave, my sandwich arrived! There’s was an old guy playing the guitar outside to some old school tracks thru the speaker. It went on, and on, and on… We (and the lady beside us) felt like we were locked in an elevator and couldn’t get off! The guy was HORRIBLE, and the service was just as bad. I would have left a lot earlier but I ordered a glass of milk as my drink (wanted it with my sandwich, but I digress) and I couldn’t leave wo paying for it. The simple fix is to pay and leave, but you couldn’t even get them to bring your check, or ring you up. We were «stuck» there (literally) for about an hour. An hour of our lives we can never get back…
The sandwich was good, so it wasn’t a total waste. These guys either need to get more help, or pay attention to their customers or it is going to sink like the Titanic. The sandwich quality is the only reason I’m giving 2 stars.
I would avoid this place at all costs on the weekends. They apparently cannot handle the load!

Very nice small café, ideal for a bite to eat and browsing the gift shop. Excellent coffee roasted on the premises. Great service, for people and pets, and very friendly atmosphere. This is our new stop Sunday mornings for breakfast after walking our pup!%

Breakfast-.the veggie omelet had nice ingredients, but nothing special in the flavor. I RARELY ever pick up a salt shaker in a restaurant but I did here. Cook it in a bit more oil, use some butter, basil oregano, garlic– something to make me say yum. The beans are roasted there-​but maybe a little too long, because my coffee was bitter. Maybe it was just that batch but for $ 3.25 a cup! I expect a smoother brew.
Broadway Deli’s coffee is $ 2.25 a cup and is phenomenal.

Really cool little café. Awesome décor and full of eclectic and cool things to buy. Owners were great and service was top notch. Menu is simple but lots of good choices. Had to try there sandpiper special. Eggplant with roasted peppers and mozzarella on wheat bread. Side of Cole slaw. Excellent choice! Eggplant was tender and perfectly cooked. Yummy lunch choice! Definitely be back to try more of their menu!

My husband and I had lunch here just before we headed back to Seattle. Great spot, down the bike path and over a block from our hotel. Food was good, and sitting out on the porch was delightful. We would recommend this, especially now as we sit looking out at the rain! The owner could not be nicer and we think it’s a great addition to your wonderful little town.

We stopped in today during brunch. The inside and outside is very nice. I love a good Cuban so that is what I ordered. The Cuban was amazing. Full of flavor and very well crafted. My fiancé had the egg and bacon breakfast sandwich on very delicious croissant. We will most definitely be back very soon and plan to spread the word. Check this place out!