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The Cafe at Shields
Date Shake
Mentioned repeatedly as a standout item; reviewers called it delicious, thick, yummy, and a must-try, with several saying it lived up to the hype and was a highlight of the visit.
Stuffed Dates
Highly praised for being packed with flavor and described as out of this world; multiple reviewers specifically recommended trying the stuffed dates.
Date Me Omelette
Recommended by more than one reviewer for its unique sweet-savory flavor from the dates, with one calling it so delicious and another saying the flavor was a pleasant surprise.
Date Burger
Called amazing and absolutely delicious, with reviewers noting the dates on the burger added a surprisingly great flavor and made it a memorable dish.
Chilaquiles
Praised as excellent and well flavored, with one review specifically recommending the green sauce chilaquiles with carne asada and another mentioning chilaquiles with chorizo.
About The Cafe at Shields
Cafe for Mexican-inspired fare offers breakfast & lunch with outdoor seating & white umbrellas.
Amenities & services
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Live music
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked questions
What is The Cafe at Shields known for?
It is best known for its date-focused dishes, especially the date shake and stuffed dates, plus items like the Date Burger and Date Me Omelette. Reviewers repeatedly mention that the sweet-savory date flavor is the signature draw, and many say the food comes out quickly and tastes fresh.
What dishes are most recommended at The Cafe at Shields?
The most recommended items include the date shake, stuffed dates, Date Me Omelette, date pancakes, chicken fried steak, and the Shields Signature Date Burger. Reviewers also call out chilaquiles, sopes with carnitas, and bacon-wrapped stuffed dates for being flavorful and filling.
What is the atmosphere like at The Cafe at Shields?
The cafe has a casual, cozy, historic, and quiet feel, with a large shaded outdoor patio and live music. It seems to suit families, groups, tourists, and solo diners, and several reviews mention that it feels relaxed even when it is busy.
Is The Cafe at Shields good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is about $20 to $30, and reviewers often say the portions are large and the food is reasonably priced. Even when mentioning a small extra like a $3.50 side of rice, guests still describe the overall meal as worth the cost.
How busy does The Cafe at Shields get, and when is the best time to go?
It can get busy at brunch, with one review noting about a 45-minute wait for two people at 12 pm on a Saturday. Several guests say arriving early helps, and breakfast is served until 2 pm on weekends, which makes late morning a practical time to visit.
Is parking available at The Cafe at Shields?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does The Cafe at Shields have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Cafe at Shields offers vegetarian options.
Is The Cafe at Shields kid-friendly?
Yes, The Cafe at Shields is good for kids.
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