Above Ash Social

401 W Ash St, San Diego
(619) 432-1441

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Menu

Starters
Vandouvan Seafood Chowder
Roasted carrots, nueske bacon, leeks, chives.
Crispy Pork Belly
brown sugar maple glazed | arugula fennel | celery apple puree
Poutine
french fries | cheese curd | mushroom gravy
Black Garlic Hummus
Black sesame tahini, black sea salt, toasted naan, crudite.
Charcuterie Board (Serves 2-3)
Seasonal selection of 2 meats & 3 cheeses, housemade pickles, honeycomb, olives, marcona almonds, seasonal fruit, grape mustard.

Entrees
Calabrese Pizza
Calabrese salami, marinara sauce, basil, mozzarella cheese, red wine sea salt.
Carte Burger
Smashed angus patty, bibb lettuce, grilled onion, sweet + spicy pickle, American cheese, house sauce toasted brioche.
Margherita Pizza
fresh mozzarella | grape tomatoes | basil san marzano sauce
Steak Sandwich
6oz flat iron steak | caramelized onions | arugula blue cheese aioli | rustic country sourdough french fries
Miso Salmon & Farro Fried Rice
baby bok choy | tempura maitake mushroom red miso butter sauce | thai chili oil drizzle
Braised Beef Ragu Pappardelle
wild mushrooms | cherry tomatoes arugula | grana padana
Ahi Poke Bowl
sushi rice | ahi tuna | onion | scallion | seaweed salad edamame | furikake | citrus spicy aioli | togarashi

Salads
Caesar Salad
Baby romaine, roasted poblano dressing, focaccia croutons, pecorino Romano, anchovies.
Brussel & Apple Salad
arugula | fennel | pickled golden raisin grana padana | meyer lemon vinaigrette
Little Gem Wedge
Pancetta, pickled shallots, cherry heirloom tomatoes, avocado, smoked blue cheese dressing.

Dessert
Butterscotch Budino
rosemary shortbread
Flourless Dark Chocolate Torte
coffee ganache | peanut crumble
Strawberry Shortcake
fresh macerated strawberries chantilly cream | vanilla sponge cake

Morning Classics
Chilaquiles
Two cage-free eggs, corn tortilla chips, lime crema, chipotle sauce, refried beans, cotija, pickled onion.
California Omelet
Three cage-free eggs, asparagus, spinach, teardrop tomatoes, feta cheese, avocado.
Eggs Benedict
Poached cage-free eggs, rustic country sourdough, nueskes applewood smoked bacon, hollandaise.
Carte Breakfast
Two cage-free eggs any style, toast, breakfast potatoes, choice of: nueske applewood smoked bacon, pork sausage or turkey breakfast patty.
Sunrise Sandwich
Turkey sausage, scrambled eggs, avocado, sundried tomato jam, American cheese, arugula, butter croissant, breakfast potatoes.

Fit
Avocado Toast
Mashed avocado, radish, tomatoes, pickled onion, feta.
Smoked Salmon Bagel
Smoked salmon, alfalfa sprouts, pickled shallots, hothouse cucumbers, heirloom tomatoes, lemon ricotta cream cheese, everything bagel, seasonal fruit.
Greek Yogurt
Clover honey, mixed berries, housemade granola.
Coconut Acai Chia Pudding
Coconut chips, kiwi, dragon fruit, banana.
California Continental
Sliced melons and citrus, grapes, blueberry yogurt, lemon tea bread.
Steel Cut Oats
Dried cherries, toasted walnuts, macerated pears.

Specialty
Burrito Ahogado
Scrambled eggs, potatoes, shredded beef, mozzarella cheese, spicy tomato sauce, ash cream, pickled onion.
Above Ash Burger
Smashed angus patties, caramelized onions, nueske applewood smoked bacon, avocado, house spread, sunny side up egg, toasted brioche bun, french fries.
Fried Chicken Sandwich
6oz breaded chicken breast, coleslaw, chipotle aioli, tomato, pickles, french fries.

Sides
Nueske Applewood Smoked Bacon
Pork Sausage (2A)
Turkey Breakfast Patties (2A)
Breakfast Potatoes
2 Cage Free Eggs
Avocado

Griddled
Buttermilk Pancakes
Ginger peach compote, whipped cream, maple syrup.
Crispy "Banana Cream Pie" French Toast
Banana cream, salted whipped caramel, glazed pecan, fresh banana.
Chicken & Belgian Waffles
Boneless fried chicken, belgian waffles, brown sugar, bacon maple syrup.

Pastries
Croissant
Danish
Muffin
Bear Claw

Salads
Caesar Salad
Baby romaine, pecorino Romano, foccacia croutons, anchovies, roasted poblano dressing.
Little Gem Wedge
Pancetta, cherry heirloom tomatoes, avocado, pickled shallots, smoked blue cheese dressing.

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Recent Reviews

Great views and experience atop the Carté hotel.

Had my cousin visiting from out of town so decided to check out the hotel offerings. The rooftop bar and lounge had some amazing views and a giant big screen tv that is great for watching the game or even some movies.

Specialty Paloma drink was unique and delicious, while the tuna tostada and bone marrow were the perfect light bites to complement the drinks.
November 2025
I love the atmosphere here, its a great sophisticated hang out, I hope much doesn't change while its under new management. However, they have already changed the food menu, which in my opinion was what helped this rooftop stand out from the rest and now the food choices are... meh...
August 2025
I had to fly to San Diego last minute in the middle of a family vacation in Hawaii. Work related, of course. Good news is I found Above Ash Social. The setting is really cool - rooftop in the middle of a little Italy, San Diego. Giant rooftop area with a giant TV playing most popular sporting event of the day. But the reason for this post is the food. I ordered the apple arugula salad with steak (regular). A few too many reasons for my liking. Especially since the apple already...
June 2025

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Above Ash Social

401 W Ash St, San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 432-1441