50 Best Breakfast Restaurants in San Diego

“Absolutely worth the wait, this place is amazing. Not only is the food over the top great but the staff is super friendly and the service is top notch. I highly recommend and I will always be a customer!!!“

“Great service & good menu options! I’ll come back 😁😁😁“

“We had the best waiter, Seth R. He gave me his personal favorite dish-Chilaquiles with over medium egg and carne asada. He nailed it. It was soo good, I didn’t need Cholula on it. I ate my plate so fast, I didn’t have a chance to take a photo.“

“Best ever breakfast! Large menu. Breakfast only! Reasonable priced. Great service. 💕“

“Great food, great service and cool decor. Loved the menu and the staff. Looking forward to coming back!“

“Hidden intimate gem on University across from Normal Street.Unique small menu, but different and better than all the same old places.“

“Great breakfast and superb drinks“

“Very good food 👌 Quick and their senior mini omelet hit the spot!“

“Excellent breakfast I had the French toast and it was outstanding . Thank you from Tucson.“

“What a great find! I ordered a London fog tea and a cappuccino and both were amazing!! Really pretty atmosphere and lots of seating. It’s inside a beautiful building too! I’m so glad spil the beans didn’t take cash otherwise I wouldn’t have discovered this gem.“

“Great vibes awesome food and the service was 👍🏼“

“My favorite place to go eat when I go visit San Diego. The food it’s delicious and the service is wonderful. ✅😋“

“Nice people, good food Will definitely come again“

“Enjoyed the red chilaquiles, authentic recipe! Great, friendly service, love the coffee!“

“Love the food!!! Great service“

“Yesterday my friends and I went to your restaurant. I tried brioche French toast (banana foster 🍌 with strawberries 🍓 and whipped cream). WOW 😲! It was very delicious 😋, well-flavored, light, spongy, melt in your mouth, irresistible 😁, and heavenly 😇. I loved it 🥰. And sugar free vanilla latte, very good 😊 and comforting ☺️. Your restaurant is amazing 🤩 and peaceful. You have a great service 😃. Your employer is kind and courteous. I hope you in other occasion.“

“Four of us came to BR on Sunday afternoon. We didn’t have a reservation, but the wait wasn’t long at all. Our server, Grant, was friendly and helpful, and the food was great. This will definitely become a brunch go-to for us.“

“If first impressions are everything, Breakfast Republic in Palm Desert absolutely nailed it. From the moment we walked in, Flora—our hostess and unofficial vibe curator—set the tone with her quick wit and infectious energy. You can tell right away this place isn’t just about great food, it’s about a great experience. Edger took care of us at the table, and “took care” might be an understatement. Attentive, friendly, and totally on top of it. When there was a small hiccup with my coffee order, he handled it like a pro—no fuss, no delay, just a perfectly remade cup in record time. Speaking of coffee: the Breakfast Republic Specialty Latte? Absolutely phenomenal. One of those drinks you think about long after you’ve left. We both went with scrambles, and let me just say—come hungry. The portions are generous (borderline heroic), and everything was packed with flavor. No sad, skimpy brunch plates here. Big shoutout to Tony, the manager, for clearly building and leading such a stellar team. The energy, the service, the attention to detail—it all trickles down, and it shows. And don’t even get me started on their cheeky, fun swag—it’s worth browsing before you head out. As new transplants to the desert, we’re calling it now: this is going to be one of our go-to spots. Great food, great people, great vibes—what more could you want?“

“platillos económicos y desayuné mega ricooooo“

“Probably the best coffee I’ve had outside of Washington state since I’ve been here. Food was excellent and a good value also!“

“Delicious! Would recommend. Stuffed French toast, mile high omelet, bacon and eggs ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“The food is yummy! Love coming here“

“Great breakfast and superb drinks“

“Beautiful environment! The 6th &G Mocha was delicious! I also recommend the mixed berry pancakes, buttermilk pancakes, French Toast and sausage biscuit. Their choice of dishes was unusual and nice. When I walked in I wanted to get a coffee in the pink cup. Little did I know all the dishes are pink. It’s was refreshing over the standard white plates and cups.“

“Hanna is a phenomenal chef brunch and dinner are cooked to perfection. Absolutely flawless, try everything and enjoy all the delicious flavors.“

“Fabulous as always 😀 thank you“

“Lovely decor with outdoor seating. The Avocado Toast was delicious 😋“

“The BEST pancakes you’ll find! Nice portions, great prices, stellar service. 10/10!“

“Nice supply of vegan options (surprisingly rare in the City I've found so far!) lovely corner of Little Italy and very attentive staff“

“it was okay I had the country skillet it had no flavor and the potatoes were not brown at all. then yesterday I had the country fried steak breakfast with a English muffin it was not even toasted and once again no flavor just bland. the service was good that is it and they are in a hurry to push you out“

“Great Ribeye!! Great service!!“

“I just recommend this place to everyone, delicious, unpretentious and hearty food. It has been my favorite place in OB for breakfast for over several decades. I even brought homesick recruits from Naval Training Center San Diego for breakfast and a bit of home style. Never have been disappointed.“

“deliciosa toda la comida. hermoso y acogedor. el personal super amable todo me encantò“

“🥓🌶️ Breakfast goals unlocked! We stopped into @BreakfastRepublic in San Diego, and wow — the portions are HUGE and the flavors don’t hold back. 🔥 I had the jalapeño sausage + bacon omelet (spicy, tangy perfection — that house hot sauce sealed the deal). 🌯 Hubby crushed the breakfast burrito — hearty, flavorful, and came with rice & beans on the side (just needed a pinch more seasoning to hit perfection). 💛 Our server Adrianna was fantastic, the food came out hot, and the lively vibe made it the perfect start to our day in San Diego. If you love bold breakfasts + good energy, this spot’s a must! #BreakfastRepublic #SanDiegoEats #WanderingLovebirds #FoodieCouple #TravelBlogger #BreakfastVibes #EatLikeALocal #BrunchGoals #SanDiegoFoodies #TravelAndTaste“

“Great food and fun with 2 Daughters and 1 Granddaughter.“

“Very well cooked and prepared I ordered the Sriracha Chicken sandwich very good the fries were also just how I like em. I definitely recommend this restaurant hands down ✋“

“great place for breakfast. and found out they opened a new one somewhere here in texas.“

“A perfect location for breakfast at the edge of the Fremont Experience. Clean restaurant with a modern diner vibe. Great service and food!“

“Nice place tucked in the Vons shopping center. Was excited to try Fay's diner after hearing about it. Both our dinners were luke warm. There was only one other table, so not because it was busy. I had the special, fried chicken, and it was very well done. Well done and not hot. We also order a chicken pot pie. It was not hot at all. The pie was flavorful. Service was slow and not attentive. Perhaps something was going on internally causing these problems.“

“My favorite place to go eat when I go visit San Diego. The food it’s delicious and the service is wonderful. ✅😋“

“I would recommend the Belgian waffle, grilled veggie salad with grilled chicken and the salmon with roasted potatoes. Yummm“

“Muy rico. Todo muy atentos en el servicio“

“The owner Judy is so nice & the staff are wonderful! They updated their menu recently to reflect new pricing. A gem of a place to eat in South Park!“

“AMAZING FOOD! My mom started chemo today and this is where she chose to get take out from. My husband met me there to grab some food and he loved it as well. 3 for 3! This place feels so cozy. They just opened this month so if you have complaints about their interior or serving dishes, keep that in mind.

The food quality and service here is refreshing. If you want kind service and yummy breakfast at a fair price - this is it! There are tons of cafes and breakfast spots in Hillcrest but this one stands out because its like I just went to my moms or grandma's and they made me my breakfast favorites. They also have a shared lot for parking which is totally convenient!

*Editing because I went again one week later with my mom and can only do one review- side of hash browns is good for sharing (i did not share) mom got chicken and waffles and I got a chorizo burrito (also good for sharing)*“

“Best food truck in San Diego..Emilios beltre sauce gives a great flavor to the food and the best sauce I have tried.. if you got a military id make sure to stop by naval base point loma to try some great food. Emilio and Yadhira would be there to give you an excellent customer service..“

“Service was astounding, it was spotless, the food (Colorado omelet) and iced coffee were perfectly delicious. I must say I had time to kill so I was lingering and working and my waitress had the perfect level of attentiveness while not bugging. It was a great experience.“

“Table 509 Bar & Kitchen gave me a relaxed and welcoming dining experience. The atmosphere felt casual but lively, perfect for a laid-back meal. The food was flavorful and nicely presented, and the drinks paired well with the dishes. It’s the kind of neighborhood spot where you can sit back, enjoy good food, and have an easygoing evening.“

“We had two different breakfasts at Harbor during our week long visit. Great food i had with the beet and sweet potato hash browns. I’ve never had beets I’ve liked so much. Plus, the people working at Harbor are a lovely group.“

“Breakfast at SHOR each morning while staying at the Hyatt Regency La Jolla was a treat.

Attentive and friendly staff couple with delectable variety of options.

We continued to enjoy omelette with mushrooms, ham, bacon and cheddar with sides of bacon and sausages. A tasty and filling meal.

WOH Globalists enjoy free breakfast.“

“Came here specifically for a breakfast burrito, was not disappointed.
I asked the person at the counter for their favorite burrito, and got The Boss (egg, cheese, garlic tots, bacon, sausage). Got some chipotle crema and red sauce which I think was chipotle maple, both delicious. Quick service, friendly staff, huge portions.“