All of these Restaurants have been Personally Recommended by San Diego’s Dean of Restaurant Reviewers, Barry Berndes. He went unannounced, paid for his own meals and on occasion inspected the kitchen to ensure that you will have the same great Breakfast & Brunch experience. Many of these places offer coupons which can save you additional money.
Carlsbad
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795 Carlsbad Vilcasa lage Dr. Carlsbad (760-729-5448) Great Breakfast from ($5.95)
Locations in Pacific Beach, Downtown, Point Loma, La Costa, San Marcos, Eastlake, La Costa, Oceanside 858.270.YOLK (9655)
2805 Roosevelt St. Carlsbad (760-729-6186)
1901 Calle Barcelona Carlsbad (760-634-3443)Casa de Bandini offers Carlsbad’s most delicious selections for a mexican style breakfast or weekend brunch.
3290 Carlsbad Blvd. Carlsbad (760-434-6000)Sunday Brunch from ($7.95), 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Coronado
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1500 Orange Avenue Coronado (800-468-3533) Enjoy a Sunday Brunch unlike any other at The Hotel del Coronado’s famous Crown Room. Brunch is Sunday from 9:30am to 2pm. Cost is $98 for adults, $36 for children ages 6-10 and children under 5 it’s complimentary.
1201 First St. Coronado (619-437-4474)Peohe’s Famous Sunday Brunch offers breathtaking views of the downtown skyline and San Diego Bay. Dining is available inside and on the patio or in the dockside courtyard.
1050 N. Harbor Dr. Downtown San Diego
(619-234-4111)Flagship Cruises & Events offers the ultimate Brunch experience. You can enjoy two hours cruising onboard one of their luxury yachts, complimentary champagne and mimosas, an elaborate gourmet buffet, breathtaking views & live music for your listening enjoyment from ($78.04).
Downtown San Diego
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1851 Garnet Ave.
Pacific Beach
Locations in Pacific Beach, Downtown, Point Loma, La Costa, San Marcos, Eastlake, La Costa, Oceanside
858.270.YOLK (9655)
Buster’s Sunday Buffet Brunch features panoramic views of San Diego bay and is every Sunday in the Beach Loft from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Specialty items include pancakes, waffles, and stations for omeletees, pasta and carvings, as well as several other hot entrées and side dishes.
Their World Famous Sunday Gospel Brunch , featuring a bountiful all-you-can-eat Southern inspired buffet and lively gospel performances. Call 619-299-BLUE(2583) for seating or to purchase tickets.
2271 First Avenue
Downtown San Diego
(619-239-8176) Hob Nob Hill has been serving delicious breakfast favorites since 1944. Their breakfast menu consists of local farm fresh egg entrées, Mexican favorites, assortment of omelettes, pancakes, French toast, waffles and house favorites. This San Diego favorite is a must for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
1800 North Harbor Dr.
Downtown San Diego
Sales (619-686-8715) Reservations (619-686-8715) Weekend Brunch.
520 Front Street
Downtown San Diego
(619-231-7777) Starting at ($4.25), breakfast entrées include pancakes, waffles, omelets, crepes, flapjacks and more.
1050 N. Harbor Dr.
Downtown San Diego
(619-234-4111) Flagship Cruises & Events offers the ultimate Brunch experience. You can enjoy two hours cruising onboard one of their luxury yachts, complimentary champagne and mimosas, an elaborate gourmet buffet, breathtaking views & live music for your listening enjoyment ($52.50/pp).
1250 J St.
Downtown San Diego
619-232-7662 Rated Best Breakfast in San Diego, starting at $6.50. Breakfast is their specialty, so you won’t go wrong by ordering their blueberry cornmeal pancakes that are as big as the plate they come on.
East County
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8949 La Mesa Blvd.
La Mesa
(619-462-3500)
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Embarcadero
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807 W. Harbor Dr.
Downtown San Diego
(619-233-4300) Buster’s Sunday Buffet Brunch features panoramic views of San Diego bay and is every Sunday in the Beach Loft from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Specialty items include pancakes, waffles, and stations for omeletees, pasta and carvings, as well as several other hot entrées and side dishes.
990 North Harbor Drive
Downtown San Diego
(619-522-6155) Flagship Cruises & Events offers the ultimate Brunch experience. You can enjoy two hours cruising onboard one of their luxury yachts, complimentary champagne and mimosas, an elaborate gourmet buffet, breathtaking views & live music for your listening enjoyment ($52.50/pp).
1800 North Harbor Dr.
Downtown San Diego
Sales (619-686-8715) Reservations (619-686-8715) Weekend Brunch Cruises ($60)
1050 N. Harbor Dr.
Downtown San Diego
(619-234-4111) Flagship Cruises & Events offers the ultimate Brunch experience. You can enjoy two hours cruising onboard one of their luxury yachts, complimentary champagne and mimosas, an elaborate gourmet buffet, breathtaking views & live music for your listening enjoyment ($52.50/pp)
Kearny Mesa & Clairemont
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1851 Garnet Ave.
Pacific Beach
Locations in Pacific Beach, Downtown, Point Loma, La Costa, San Marcos, Eastlake, La Costa, Oceanside
858.270.YOLK (9655)
- 94th Aero Squadron8885 Balboa Ave.
San Diego
(858-560-6771) Voted one of the Top Three Sunday Brunches in the 2005 through 2008 San Diego Union-Tribune Readers’ Polls, and San Diego’s #1 Brunch in the 2005, 2006, and 2008 AOL CityGuide Polls.
4698 Convoy St.
Kearny Mesa
(858-650-3333
Phuong Trang Vietnamese Restaurant4170 Convoy Street
Kearny Mesa
(858-565-6750) They offer a great selection of Asian cuisine for breakfast.
4701 Ruffin Rd.
Kearny Mesa
(858-715-6400) They offer a great selection of breakfast entrees including omelettes, pancakes and more!
3906 Convoy St.
Kearny Mesa
Locations in Poway, Encinitas, Kearny Mesa, Vista & Temecula
(858-565-1740) Breakfast starting at ($6.10). A memorable gourmet meal is the apple pancakes, which are baked instead of cooked in a skillet.- 94th Aero Squadron8885 Balboa Ave.
La Jolla
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1298 Prospect St.
La Jolla
(858-454-9587) Impressive Sunday Brunch ($10-24).
7837 Girard Ave
La Jolla
(858-454-3325) Come enjoy Girard Gourmets freshly baked croissants and muffins every morning. Breakfast starting from ($4.25).
7545 Girard Ave.
La Jolla
(858-454-7381) Breakfast starting at $2.50, the oatmeal pancakes are especially popular, and of course, they’re topped with syrup and whipped cream.
2241 Shelter Island Dr
Point Loma
(619-224-3577) Modern global cuisine at its finest in an unforgettable waterfront atmosphere! Visit Humphreys Restaurant on the San Diego Bay for their award-winning brunch!
Mission Bay & Pacific Beach
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1851 Garnet Ave.
Pacific Beach
Locations in Pacific Beach, Downtown, Point Loma, La Costa, San Marcos, Eastlake, La Costa, Oceanside
858.270.YOLK (9655)
3715 India Street
San Diego
Locations in Mission Hills & Mission Bay
(858-488-DELI) At Rubicon Deli breakfast is served all day. Try any of their delicious breakfast specialties such as the Southwest Wrap, Late Riser with Ham or Turkey, Eggs, Bacon, Melted PepperJack, Tomato, Avocado, Chipotlé Cremé and be sure to try their popular Acaí Bowl or Smoothie.
TEMPORARILY CLOSED
- 3768 Mission Blvd.
Mission Bay
(858-488-7311) Weekend Brunch from $3.95.
4150 Mission Blvd., Suite 121
Pacific Beach
(858-274-3122) Breakfast from ($3.95) The Eggery is hard to beat. They offer a quaint, country-style setting, reasonable prices and a location just steps from the ocean. Choose from fluffy, homemade pancakes, Belgian-style waffles or five varieties of eggs Benedict. It’s a great way to start your day.
3795 Mission Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92109
(858-488-9060)
619-232-7662 Rated Best Breakfast in San Diego, starting at $6.50. Breakfast is their specialty, so you won’t go wrong by ordering their blueberry cornmeal pancakes that are as big as the plate they come on.
Mission Hills
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3715 India Street
San Diego
Locations in Mission Hills & Mission Bay
(858-488-DELI) At Rubicon Deli breakfast is served all day. Try any of their delicious breakfast specialties such as the Southwest Wrap, Late Riser with Ham or Turkey, Eggs, Bacon, Melted PepperJack, Tomato, Avocado, Chipotlé Cremé and be sure to try their popular Acaí Bowl or Smoothie.
Mission Valley
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2401 Camino del Rio So. Mission Valley, San Diego (619-291-2665) Bully’s East features a great Saturday & Sunday Brunch menu including omelets, Kahlua French Toast & Prime Rib Hash. The best value is the “Game Day” breakfast, with 3 eggs, potatoes, bacon, ham or sausage and a choice of pancakes or french toast for $6.95.
Phuong Trang Vietnamese Restaurant4170 Convoy Street
Kearny Mesa
(858-565-6750) They offer a great selection of Asian cuisine for breakfast.
4701 Ruffin Rd.
Kearny Mesa
(858-715-6400) They offer a great selection of breakfast entrees including omelettes, pancakes and more!
3906 Convoy St.
Kearny Mesa
Locations in Poway, Encinitas, Kearny Mesa, Vista & Temecula
(858-565-1740) Breakfast starting at ($6.10). A memorable gourmet meal is the apple pancakes, which are baked instead of cooked in a skill
North County Inland
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1851 Garnet Ave.
Pacific Beach
Locations in Pacific Beach, Downtown, Point Loma, La Costa, San Marcos, Eastlake, La Costa, Oceanside
858.270.YOLK (9655)
777 Pauma Reservation Rd.
Pauma Valley
(760-742-2177) Daily breakfast special for ($3.95) in the Pauma Bay Cafe. Offered daily, from 8 a.m.-11 a.m.
777 Harrah’s Rincon Way
Valley Center
(760-751-3100) Enjoy a great breakfast buffet at Harrah’s International Buffet.
777 Harrah’s Way
Valley Center
760 -751- 3100
2229 Micro Place
Escondido
(760-480-CRAB) The Sand Crab now has their “Big Easy” Sunday Brunch with live Blues music! It’s a 3-course, prix-fixe delight you won’t want to miss.
3906 Convoy St.
Kearny Mesa
Locations in Poway, Encinitas, Kearny Mesa, Vista & Temecula
(858-565-1740) Breakfast starting at ($6.10). A memorable gourmet meal is the apple pancakes, which are baked instead of cooked in a skillet.
North County Coastal
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1401 Carmelo Dr.
Oceanside
(760-231-7000)
1851 Garnet Ave.
Pacific Beach
Locations in Pacific Beach, Downtown, Point Loma, La Costa, San Marcos, Eastlake, La Costa, Oceanside
858.270.YOLK (9655)
2588 South Coast Hwy. 101
Cardiff by the Sea
(760-436-4044) The Chart House offers great breakfasts with a breathtaking ocean views.
1221 Vista Way
Oceanside
Locations in Mission Valley & Oceanside
(760-433-2633) Hunter Steakhouse in Oceanside offers a delicious brunch every Sunday from 9:30am-1:30pm.
1900 Harbor Dr.
Oceanside
(760-722-1831)
1325 Harbor Dr., Oceanside Harbor
Oceanside
(760-722-3474) Monterey Bay Canners is a great restaurant with Marina views for Sunday Brunch.
5921 Valencia Circle
Rancho Santa Fe
(800-548-3664) Sunday Brunch at this well known pash restaurant serves superb entreex such as lemon soufflé pancakes or huevos rancho valencia.
3906 Convoy St.
Kearny Mesa
Locations in Poway, Encinitas, Kearny Mesa, Vista & Temecula
(858-565-1740) Breakfast starting at ($6.10). A memorable gourmet meal is the apple pancakes, which are baked instead of cooked in a skillet.
Ocean Beach
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2253 Sunset Cliffs Blvd.
Point Loma
(619-224-0606) They offer German-style Sunday Brunch. at its best.
Old Town & Mission Hills
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2461 San Diego Ave.
Old Town San Diego (619-291-4695) One of Old Town’s best breakfast is available here starting at just $7.50, for an authentic and impressive Mexican breakfast. Makes for a great place to start your weekend or enjoy a relaxing Sunday brunch.
2754 Calhoun St.
Old Town San Diego (619-220-5040) Located in a lush garden setting, Casa de Reyes is warm and festive. Brunch Ole! takes place Sundays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and includes $3 margaritas, mimosas and champagne.
4105 Taylor St.
Old Town San Diego (619-295-5111) This restaurant is an Old Town favorite for impressive breakfast and weekend brunch selections. If you’re looking for a great breakfast, there is no better Mexican restaurant.
Cosmopolitan Hotel and Restaurant2660 Calhoun St.
Old Town San Diego
(619-297-1874)
3695 India St.
San Diego
(619-299-0333) Breakfast from under $5. Their Breakfast plates include Beans & Hot Corn or Flour Tortillas. Highly recommended for breakfast are their Huevos Rancheros and their Steak & Egg Burrito.
2489 San Diego Ave.
Old Town San Diego
(619-297-4330) Breakfast from ($5). All their egg dishes served with tortillas, potatoes may also be substituted for rice and beans on all orders. Try their Machaca con Huevos: shredded beef, eggs, onions, bell pepper, chiles, and spices; served with rice and beans. A great meal any time!
3715 India Street
San Diego
Locations in Mission Hills & Mission Bay
(858-488-DELI) At Rubicon Deli breakfast is served all day. Try any of their delicious breakfast specialties such as the Southwest Wrap, Late Riser with Ham or Turkey, Eggs, Bacon, Melted PepperJack, Tomato, Avocado, Chipotlé Cremé and be sure to try their popular Acaí Bowl or Smoothie.
Point Loma, Shelter Island & Liberty Station
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2230 Shelter Island Dr.
Shelter Island
(619-222-1181) Every Sunday, many boat owners in the community come to the Bali Hai and dock to have Sunday Brunch. For some, it’s a Sunday ritual. If you own a boat, and are considering coming over for Sunday Brunch, we suggest you get there a little early to get a place on the dock. Sometimes boats get docked two deep on Sundays!! Good luck!!
1851 Garnet Ave.
Pacific Beach
Locations in Pacific Beach, Downtown, Point Loma, La Costa, San Marcos, Eastlake, La Costa, Oceanside
858.270.YOLK (9655)
2323 Midway Dr.
San Diego, CA 92110
(619-220-8888)
Locations in Chula Vista, Clairemont, El Cajon & Point Loma
(858-223-2225) Breakfast from $3.99, They serve the best Waffles in San Diego and feature a wide selection of other breakfast specialties for you to choose from.
2241 Shelter Island Dr
Point Loma
(619-224-3577) Modern global cuisine at its finest in an unforgettable waterfront atmosphere! Visit Humphreys Restaurant on the San Diego Bay for their award-winning brunch!
2253 Sunset Cliffs Blvd.
Point Loma
(619-224-0606) They offer a great Sunday Brunch, starting at ($8.50).
2743 Shelter Island Dr.
Point Loma
(619-758-9870) Breakfast from $5.50.
2592 Laning Rd.
Point Loma
(619-221-1900) Great for a breafast with a pristine bay view, on the coast of Liberty Station in Point Loma.
South Bay
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1851 Garnet Ave.
Pacific Beach
Locations in Pacific Beach, Downtown, Point Loma, La Costa, San Marcos, Eastlake, La Costa, Oceanside
858.270.YOLK (9655)
500 E. Eighth St.
National City
(619-477-8512) Best Filipino breakfast in San Diego. -
Temecula
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- The impressive Ponte Family Estate Winery with its award winning outdoor vineyard view restaurant and top 10 ranked Ponte Vineyard Inn is ideally located in the heart of the picturesque Temecula Valley wine country surrounded by 300 acres of mature vineyards.
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Ponte Family Estate Winery & Ponte Vineyard Inn
