Breakfast at The Patio at the Surf borrows freely from Filipino, Korean and Mexican kitchens, a welcome change from the usual pancake circuit. The restaurant is local, veteran- and women-owned, sits on the mainland side of Surf City, and stays open into the evening Thursday through Sunday for tapas and cocktails.
What stands out
It’s too new to have built much of a public track record, so read this as a guide to the menu rather than a verdict. The kitchen’s own headliners are the Korean-style egg drop sandwich and the breakfast tacos, and weekend brunch adds live music and a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar.
What to order
- Korean-style egg drop sandwichThe house signature and the clearest expression of the kitchen’s style.
- Breakfast tacosBacon or chorizo.
- Filipino-style breakfast burritoA good introduction to the menu’s mix of influences.
- Huevos rancheros or chilaquilesBuilt on the kitchen’s own sauces and salsas.
The setting
An unfussy, sunny setup built around the outdoor patio, where leashed, friendly dogs are welcome. There’s a kids menu and vegetarian options, and the full bar opens early for fresh-squeezed mimosas. Weekend brunch brings acoustic, folk or jazz sets, with no cover.
Before you go
- First come, first served. Larger groups should call ahead.
- Breakfast runs all day, and the kitchen can make some gluten-free adjustments.
- Tapas run from 3pm Thursday through Sunday: until 8pm Thursday and Sunday, and until 11pm Friday and Saturday.
- Its own pages disagree on the morning opening time (6am or 7am), so call ahead for an early start.
Plan your visit
- Where: Mainland Surf City, NC 28445
- Hours: Seasonal. Confirm current hours with the venue.
- Menu & updates: patioatsurf.com
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Drawn from the venue’s own website and recurring themes in public guest reviews; last reviewed October 2026. Menus, hours and prices change, so confirm with the venue before you go.