I've been intrigued forever with this place & today I had a chance to try them. The line wasn't too long, but you know what would be great? If there was a stack of menus outside for the people waiting in line to peruse while they wait for a table or maybe a water station on a hot day. Most of the hold up in line this morning was due to the ordering process for parties, as there was seating open.
I had the Eggs Benedict. It wasn't life changing or anything, but it was good. I liked the side I got of the greens with sweet vinaigrette. I would get the greens again. I also liked getting as much coffee and water as I wanted from the urns against the wall next to the kitchen window that opened out to the seating area.
SSE definitely gives off a hippie vibe, with mothers breastfeed their children and a homeless guy finishing his breakfast. I found it a little too loud to linger over coffee, but some people might like the atmosphere.