Kensington Cafe

4141 Adams Ave, San Diego
(619) 640-0494

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Avocado Toast with Poached Eggs
Pulled Pork Hash Scramble
Veggie Breakfast Bowl
The Parkside Scramble
Gouda Grilled Cheese
Baked French Toast
Chicken Sausage
Seasonal Waffle
Scrambled Eggs
Asada Hash Bowl

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Picked for you
Honey Lavender Latte
Housemade lavender syrup + honey + espresso + steamed milk
Matcha Green Tea Latte
Made with a splash of vanilla and honey. With steamed almond milk.
Spiced Chai Latte
Flying Nun
4 shots of espresso, sweetened condensed milk, steamed milk.
Mexican Mocha

Scrambles

Green Eggs Scramble
Scrambled eggs mixed with pesto, parmesan, artichoke hearts, and sundried tomatoes. Potates and toast on the side.

Other Eggs

Asada Hash Bowl
Thinly sliced beef over roasted potatoes, topped with cheddar cheese, red peppers, 2 poached eggs and avocado.
Green Chile & Cheese Frittata
Fluffy baked egg dish with red salsa. Served with a green salad or side of fruit.

Pancakes and Waffles

Alcala Waffle
Plain waffle with butter and syrup on the side.
Honey Gone Nuts Waffle
Waffle topped with candied walnuts, sliced bananas, and a drizzle of honey. Butter and syrup on the side.

Salads

Cobb Salad
Mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, bacon, turkey, gorgonzola crumbles, avocado, hard-boiled egg, and ranch dressing.

Hot Sandwiches

Classic Ken Burger
Beef patty with lettuce, tomato, onion and your choice of swiss, provolone or cheddar served on a brioche bun

Sides

Poached Eggs
2 poached eggs
Side Roasted Veggies
fresh roasted rotating veggies

Drinks

Matcha Green Tea Latte
Made with a splash of vanilla and honey. With steamed almond milk.
Honey Lavender Latte
Housemade lavender syrup + honey + espresso + steamed milk
Medium Latte
Orange Juice
Mexican Mocha
Spiced Chai Latte
Flying Nun
4 shots of espresso, sweetened condensed milk, steamed milk.
Chocolate Banana Milkshake
White Chocolate Mocha
LG Coffee
20oz
Iced Tea
Nitro Cold Brew
Lemonade
Hammerhead
Drip coffee with 2 shots of espresso
Americano
SM Coffee
12oz
Mocha
Med Coffee
16oz
Apple Juice
Cappuccino
Cranberry Juice
Hot Chocolate
Grapefruit Juice
Chocolate Milkshake
Vanilla Milkshake

Donations
High Road Kitchens - $10
Donate a meal for someone in need through High Road Kitchens.
High Road Kitchens - $5
Donate a meal for someone in need through High Road Kitchens.

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Recent Reviews

I’ve been going to Kensington Café for years—it’s a true landmark in the neighborhood. A reliable go-to for breakfast or lunch, whether meeting friends or stopping in on my own. The food is consistently good, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the chai latte is delicious. A long-standing favorite in Kensington.
February 2026
Everything is so delicious. Way better coffee than the Starbucks across the street! The hack is to go on a weekday morning and get a coffee to go, like you would any other coffee shop. No lines, no waits.
But also go on a weekend for brunch too ;)
February 2026
Kensington Cafe feels less like a restaurant and more like a living piece of Kensington itself. The vibes are relaxed and genuine, the servers are warm and familiar, and there’s a real sense of community you can’t manufacture. Locals drift in and out, conversations overlap, people and puppy watching never gets old. It’s one of those rare spots where you don’t just visit, you participate. If you want to understand Kensington, spend some time here.
February 2026

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Kensington Cafe

4141 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 640-0494