Photography Provided By: PB Shore ClubMaple Bacon Doughnuts, Anyone? Here Are 15 Breakfast Spots in San Diego You Need Right Now Locale Magazine Editors November 1, 2020 Spread the loveThe Mimosas, Marys and Maple Syrup Are Calling Your Name! Written By: Bianca KasawdishĀ Best Breakfast in San Diego While we know thereās no shortage of hotspot eateries in San Diego, itās time to take a look at ones that feature the most important meal of the day: breakfast. Whether youāre into savory with bacon and eggs or sweet like Belgium waffles, thereās surely something for any type of breakfaster to enjoyā¦.Even those who claim they donāt eat breakfast (crazy, we know). Itās time to wake up and smell the pancakesāthese amazing breakfast eateries around San Diego are calling your name. And if the food isnāt enough to grab your attention, thereās always mimosas. Indulge a little. Best Breakfast in San Diego LOCALe FAVe: Coconut Pistachio Kanafee Best Breakfast in San Diego Toast Gastrobrunch | Temporarily Closed Photography Provided By: Toast Gastrobrunch Photography Provided By: Toast Gastrobrunch An all-day brunch spot, Toast Gastrobrunch gives you all the vibes of a modern eatery. From the Instagrammable menu items to their dreamy cocktails, itās everything you could want in a brunch-inspired breakfast. Their Southern Fried Benny is the perfect combination of salty and sweet, with crispy chicken, cheddar cornbread (wow), garlic spinach, bĆ©chamel, scallions and poached eggs. For a sweet escape, their signature dish, Coconut Pistachio Kanafee is a delicious treat made with shredded phyllo, ricotta and jack cheese filling, orange blossom syrup and toasted brioche topped with pistachios. Totally dreamy! Toast Gastrobrunch 5970 Avenida Encinas Carlsbad, CA, 92008 760.438.1212 LOCALe FAVe: Breakfast Power Bowl Ranch 45 Photography Provided By: Ranch 45 and Maraelia Romain Photography Provided By: Ranch 45 and Maraelia Romain Gather at Ranch 45 for local farm-to-table dishes with all-day breakfast, lunch, happy hour and cooking classesāyes, cooking classes! A modern take on casual dining, all of its menu items are locally-sourced and high-qualityājust what we like to hear. Their avocado toast is a fan favorite; it features heirloom tomato relish, lemon zest and sea salt on grilled country levain. Pro tip: add fried egg to kick it up a notch. The breakfast power bowl with scrambled Eben-Haezar egg whites, quinoa, spinach and seasonal vegetables will leave you fueled and ready to go. As for drinks, you canāt go wrong with the white mocha or lemonade kombucha. Ranch 45 512 Via De La Valle, Ste 102 Solana Beach, CA 92075 858.461.0092 LOCALe FAVe: Jumbo Sticky Buns JRDN at Tower23 Photography Provided By: Tower23 Situated beachside, thereās good vibes only at JRDN. As for a must-try, the jumbo sticky buns are to die for. Order on your next visit to see what delicious creation Chef Melody came up withāit changes daily! You also cannot go wrong with chicken and waffles, the perfect mix of a little salty and sweet. Whole grain waffles, crispy fried chicken, chili-garlic honey, bourbon maple syrup and whipped butterā¦Itās pretty hard not to crave these. JRDN at Tower23 723 Felspar St San Diego, CA 92109 858.270.2323 LOCALe FAVe: Sweet Sunny Side Up Provisional Kitchen Photography Provided By: Pendry San Diego The chic allure at Provisional Kitchen is enough to draw you in. With a full menu of breakfast favorites, the flight mimosas are the best way to start. The apple mimosa and hibiscus lavender are absolutely amazing. As for breakfast, the carnitas hash are an absolute must. But the real spotlight-stealer? The Sweet Sunny Side Up, a version of breakfast dessert that looks like a traditional eggs and bacon brekky! Provisional Kitchen at Pendry San Diego 550 J St San Diego, CA 92101 619.738.7000 LOCALe FAVe: Chorizo Plate PB Shore Club Photography Provided By: PB Shore Club A local hotspot, PB Shore Club should not be skipped for breakfast (or the view!). Aside from serving all the breakfast classics, you wonāt want to miss out on the chorizo plate with Mexican chorizo, scrambled eggs, rice, beans, cheese and your choice of corn or flour tortillas. *Cue stomach grumbling. PB Shore Club 4343 Ocean Blvd San Diego, CA 92109 858.272.7873 LOCALe FAVe: The Dutch Baby Pancakes Richard Walkerās Pancake House Photography Provided By: Richard Walker Since 1948, the Walker family name has polished its supreme reputation for delicious pancakes and gourmet breakfast. Richard Walkerās Pancake House has several locations across sunny San Diego and serves up some of the freshest coffee in Southern California. But aside from their rich, full-bodied brew, this eatery features an extensive menu of decadent breakfast items that are sure to please your palate. From oven-baked omelettes and gourmet griddle cakes to Belgian waffles and crafty crĆŖpes, Richard Walkerās Pancake House is an established breakfast spot for San Diego locals and visitors alike. Richard Walkerās Pancake House Locations: Carlsbad, Del Mar, La Jolla, Downtown San Diego @richardwalkerspancakehouse LOCALe FAVe: Chilaquiles Codyās La Jolla | Temporarily Closed View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cody’s La Jolla (@codyslajolla) on Sep 11, 2017 at 6:52pm PDT The ocean view should be enough to get you up and at āem at Codyās La Jolla. With more than just comfort food, the menu is stocked with favorites like the Awesome French Toast with candied walnuts and strawberries. On the savory side, the chilaquiles are also a favorite, all set with tortilla chips, house-made Mexican tomato sauce, medium eggs, black beans, queso fresco and crĆØme fraiche. Yum! Codyās La Jolla 1025 Prospect St #210 La Jolla, CA 92037 858.459.0040 LOCALe FAVe: Pumpkin Waffles CafĆ© 222 Photography Provided By: CafĆ© 222 Giving you all the cozy feels, CafĆ© 222 is a waffle-famous eatery that will satisfy any craving you throw their way. The blueberry cornbread waffles are a must. Because who doesnāt like cornbread? But featured in Gourmet Magazine, the pumpkin waffles steal the show with moist cakes that taste just like pumpkin pie. āTheyā say you canāt eat pumpkin all year. āTheyā are wrong. CafĆ© 222 222 Island Ave San Diego, CA 92101 619.236.9902 LOCALe FAVe: Breakfast Bacon Mac ānā Cheese Breakfast Republic Photography Provided By: Breakfast Republic The drink selection and crafted espresso drinks at each of Breakfast Republicās seven locations are enough to draw you in, but their unique menu of totally Insta-worthy breakfast offerings will make you a stay (and come back over and over again). Change your life with the Breakfast Bacon Mac ānā Cheese, served with juicy bacon and topped with parmesan breadcrumbs, chives and three eggsāitās a must! Breakfast Republic 2730 University Ave San Diego, CA 92104 619.642.0299 LOCALe FAVe: Maple Bacon Doughnuts Great Maple View this post on Instagram A post shared by Great Maple Restaurants (@thegreatmaple) on Aug 13, 2018 at 7:36am PDT In the chic midcentury modern vibes of Great Maple, dig into an expansive menu of classic breakfast dishes with a modern twist on comfort food. Where do we begin? Enjoy crazy pancake flavorsāfrom chocolate bacon to fruity pebblesāand savory egg scrambles, but your visit wonāt be complete without Maple Bacon Doughnuts. Great Maple 1451 Washington St San Diego, CA 92103 619.255.2282 LOCALe FAVe: The Big O Sage Fried Chicken and Waffle Tower Hash House A Go Go View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hash House A Go Go (@hashhouseagogo) on Jul 20, 2018 at 11:43am PDT One of the original breakfast spots in San Diego, Hash House is award-winning for their Midwest-inspired breakfast, and known for their generous servings. Try out their N.Y. Times Favorite The Big O Sage Fried Chicken and Waffle Tower. Yes, itās a (delicious) mouthful with a smoked bacon waffle, sage fried chicken breasts, hot maple reduction and two fried eggs. Ā A little bit of everything, this is the ultimate breakfast dish. Hash House A Go Go 3628 Fifth Ave San Diego, CA 92103 619.298.4646 LOCALe FAVe: The Zen Breakfast The Mission | Temporarily Closed View this post on Instagram A post shared by āāā¶ā āā½āāā āā» āā āŗā¶āā (@becks.comforteats) on Sep 1, 2018 at 11:33am PDT An SD staple, The Mission reigns as one of the best breakfast places in the city. With a no-frills decor, the restaurant goes straight to whatās important: amazing food. Their menu covers all your breakfast bases with french toast, pancakes, omelets and the works, but if youāre looking for a healthy option without losing the flavor, youāll want The Zen Breakfast. Made up of scrambled egg whites, braised tofu, brown rice, grilled zucchini and squash with tomato and onion, the dish will leave you feeling not-so guilty and totally full. The Mission 3795 Mission Blvd San Diego, CA 92109 858.488.9060 LOCALe FAVe: Braised Short Rib Cast Iron Omelete CafĆ© 21 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cafe 21 San Diego (@cafe21sandiego) on Feb 15, 2018 at 9:19am PST With a dreamy urban atmosphere, feel like youāre on the East Coast at CafĆ© 21. Start off with a sage Paloma, then for the main dish, go for the short rib cast iron omelet with braised short rib, bell pepper, caramelized onions and blue cheese. Thatās only after youāve snapped a few photos for the āGram first! CafĆ© 21 802 Fifth Ave San Diego, CA 92101 619.795.0721 LOCALe FAVe: Breakfast Sushi Fig Tree CafĆ© Photography Provided By: Fig Tree Cafe A perfect mix of urban and modern, Fig Tree CafĆ© offers unique dishes you wonāt find anywhere else, except at their three locations throughout San Diego. Try out their breakfast sushi (yeah, you read that right): three thick bacon rolls baked with brown sugar and paprika, rice and scallions, and served with fresh fruit and plum sauce. You heard it here first, sushi for breakfast is always a good idea. For a sweet indulgence, go for their stuffed French toast with mascarpone cheese, mangos and strawberries. Fig Tree CafĆ© 5119 Cass St San Diego, CA 92109 858.274.2233 LOCALe FAVe: Mexicali Benedict The Cottage View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Cottage La Jolla (@thecottagelajolla) on Nov 11, 2017 at 10:42am PST Hereās another view in La Jolla you wonāt be able to resist. For the ultimate SoCal breakfast, check out The Cottageās Mexicali Benedict with soy chorizo, poached eggs, guajillo chile hollandaise on top of fluffy corn cakes. If youāre into pancakes, you canāt go wrong with the cinnamon swirl pancakes or stuffed French toast. The Cottage 7702 Fay Ave La Jolla, CA 92037 858.454.8409 LOCALe FAVe: Bonfire Pancakes Farmerās Bottega View this post on Instagram A post shared by Farmer’s Bottega (@farmersbottega) on Dec 16, 2018 at 7:00am PST Country chic is how to describe Farmerās Bottega. With a pretty big menu of traditional items and eight different kinds of Benedicts, thereās no shortage of egg dishes here. However, for a sweet twist on a camp favorite, the Bonfire pancakes with marshmallows, graham crackers and chocolate sauce will leave you very happy. Farmerās Bottega 860 W Washington St San Diego, CA 92103 619.458.9929
