Drift Cafe

Food is 10/10 Service 10/10…read moreLocation 10/10 Overall great experience here at Breakfast Republic! Thank you Wu for your hospitality!

Will was great. Shoutout Will! Got our food very quickly and made life easy and good.read more

Dining area

Shrimp ricotta frittata

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Classic Benedict

Kono's Cafe

4.4(2.3k reviews)

0.1 mi•Pacific Beach

I love eating here but whenever I eat outside I have to watch the owner of swings n things gift…read moreshop across the sidewalk be such a creep to woman.

Kono's Cafe lives up to the hype.We got there around 9 AM and the line was already out the door,…read morewhich usually makes me second guess a place... but this one is worth it. The line moves pretty quick and there's plenty of seating in and around the cafe, plus some great spots right by the beach. I ordered the French toast with bacon, my wife got a burrito, both were so freaking good. Simple, solid breakfast done really well. Super popular for a reason. Great food, great location, and a fun beachy vibe. Highly recommend if you're in the area.

Cool surfer vibes inside

Big Breakfast 2 (French Toast) and inside of the restaurant

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Exterior

Madi

4.3(56 reviews)

0.3 mi•Pacific Beach

Had a work brunch at Madi in Pacific Beach today, and it was a hit with all six of us. It wasn't…read morebusy when we arrived, though I've heard it gets packed on weekends. Parking was straightforward with a small lot and plenty of paid street spots nearby. Dakotah took great care of us. She handled our group's quirky requests with total composure, checked in at all the right times, and even sent a couple of coworkers off with to-go refills. The food was outstanding. One of my coworkers ordered the Poke Bowl Surf Shack, and it looked as good as it tasted -- bright, fresh ingredients piled around a scoop of rice and a side of spicy mayo. Another went for the Surfer Breakfast Burrito, which came with black beans and a choice of salsas. I had the Oklahoma Onion Smash Burger with bacon, served with crispy fries and a cold Mexican Coke. Everything at the table landed well. Coffee was excellent, too. They also add a 5% hospitality fee to the bill, which seems to be a growing trend in San Diego. Overall, a great spot for brunch with friendly service, good vibes, and food that delivers. I'd happily come back.

Checked out this location for a Saturday brunch that did not disappoint…read more It was a packed house with an efficient staff and seating for parties of all sizes. Light, airy and full of colors. We ordered the French toast to split, also try the French sticks if you don't want the toast. The menu has something for every flavor. My friend had The G.O.A.T. and I had the Papas Locas. Both were good portions so come with an appetite.

Papas locos

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Brown Sugar Cinnamon Latte

Hideaway

4.4(503 reviews)

This place has great drinks and overall such a great time. Highly recommend the Spicoli. Spencer is…read morethe man!

This place has Big Pretzel energy and I'm here for it…read more We're no longer your typical PB customers anymore, trading in day-drinking for mid-day lunches with our doggo, toddler, and family in town (and maybe a few drinks, but far less than 15 years ago!). We've been here twice this month with different out-of-town family members and both times our servers (Lynda and Ryan) were on point. Throw in the two managers (woman with dark hair, guy with a fun pink golf polo) were there to assist when we thought it was going to rain. Menu is diverse and something for everyone (or most). Beer and beverage list are great. Ample seating in different areas makes for a great experience. If this was 15 years ago we'd be bellying up to the bar to watch games or chill after a day at the beach. I'm sure it's a great place when the sun goes down. But for now, we're on a different page of the life book and I'm glad there's some reading material here for us to enjoy!

Pretzel with warm cheese fondue and mustard

Cookie and Vanilla Ice Cream Dessert

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Frozen Moscow mule

The Mission

4.3(2.4k reviews)

1.0 mi

The food was incredible and service from Stella top notch. everything was perfect! Don't miss out…read moreon this gem

Great food and even better service. Mikey was a great waitress made my birthday breakfast so…read morespecial!!!!

The Mission for brunch

Chilaquiles w/steak

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Double Java Chip Espresso

Palmys Pacific Beach

3.9(372 reviews)

Visited San Diego to see a friend for the weekend and she insisted that we go to Palma's and OMG it…read moredid not disappoint! Sunday morning: Line out the door, kind staff, beautiful decor, high vibes, great fresh food that makes you feel great. None of the colors in my photo were enhanced, this is just what it looks like! Only thing is that there is a bit of a wait after ordering, especially for smoothies. I would preorder or deliver if you're in a rush! Will definitely come back next time I'm in Pacific Beach. Great spot for first/second dates, I think I saw 3 while I was sitting there LOL

Love this place! Cozy chairs, lovely plants, calm decor…read more Have had so far: Honey cinnamon latte - wonderful, perfect amount of sweet El Salvadorian smoothie - perfectly reshreshing fruity smoothie Breakfast burrito - overall fresh and wonderful with the crispy tots, but I'd say it could use some spices or bit more flavor. All the staff I interacted with were all lovely and helpful. Great place to laptop from but keep in mind - no electrical outlets! My fave is sitting on a cozy chair next to the tree with all the crazy branches :) Overall a great spot with quality food.

Inside

Delicious breakfast sandwich

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Lavender latte

Woody's Breakfast and Burgers

4.1(843 reviews)

0.5 mi•Pacific Beach

We went here for breakfast our first morning in San Diego, absolutely delicious! One of the best…read morebreakfast burritos I've ever had. Outdoor seating basically right on the beach, a friendly staff and an easy ordering process, not a surprise at all that there was a line for breakfast on a Sunday morning. If we were staying longer I'm sure we'd end up here again. Highly recommended!

Incredible view of the Pacific Ocean from this outdoor cafe! We came here on a Friday morning and…read moreagain on Saturday morning, it was busy Friday and crowded Saturday. The line moves fast so if you're in a rush you'll be fine. I got a cold brew, and a breakfast burrito with bacon. It comes with Pico, potato's, egg, and beans. It was good, definitely more of a wrap than a burrito. My partner got the carne asada breakfast burrito, he loved it. And he got a latte which he also liked. My child loved the view, access to the sandy beach, and the bacon, smoothie and donut holes. Overall the staff were professional, and quick!

Cheese burger & fries

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Waterbar San Diego

3.7(1.1k reviews)

0.3 mi•Pacific Beach

Came in for a drink. I had a glass of Kim Crawford SB and he had a Guinness! Thank you for having…read moreGuinness it's so hard to find. Greeted by hostess and immediately got a great seat facing the water and overlooking the boardwalk. Beautiful interior with a center bar and lots of tvs and some booths in the back. Food menu looked good. Clean restrooms Really nice by the bottle wine list. . Will definitely be back.

We stopped by Waterbar on Christmas Eve for a drink before dinner. We stay down in PB for the…read moreholidays every year, and have seen this place since it first opened. Last year around this time we peeked our head in to see the space, but didn't stay. Located upstairs, the venue is large and well-lit, with windows overlooking Pacific Beach and the boardwalk. When we arrived, we were greeted by a local patron at the bar. He noticed my 49ers hat and made a joke about keeping me and the owner away from each other, because he is also a Niners fan. Immediately loved the vibes. There were a decent amount of people there for it being Christmas Eve, but it was still pretty open. We were seated at a long high-top table for our group of 7, with one kid. The restaurant was all decorated for the holidays, and they had a pop-up situation with some fun themed drinks and even a giant inflatable igloo for people to play in! We ordered a variety of beverages, many from the "Tinsel & Tides" menu, including the Candied Cranberry Punch, Maple Smoked Old Fashioned, and Spiced Peartini. All of which were fun, and received positive feedback on taste. In addition to the holiday drinks, they have quite an extensive list of around 14 cocktails, and 2 mocktails. The cocktail prices range from $15 - $18, and even have fun little photos on the menu next to the description. They have a section of 6 specialty margaritas, over a dozen canned beverage options, and over 2 dozen beverages on draft. You can find an entire page of wine options. From bubbles, to rosé, to whites and reds. You can buy it by the glass or the bottle. Beyond drinks, there's a nice looking food menu. Mostly seafood and Asian inspired, the menu featured items such as crispy calamari, crab Rangoon dip, ahi tuna poke, ceviche, sashimi, and various sushi rolls. There are several soup and salad options, as well as a dozen or so entree options, and a half dozen side dishes such as fries, coleslaw, veggies, and mac & cheese. There's also a brunch menu, which is available Saturday & Sunday from 9am - 2pm, and includes some boozy drink options like a Bloody Mary and bottomless mimosas. There are around 8 entree options, and another 8 or so brunch themed sides. While we didn't get to try the food this time around, the menu looked good enough that we are planning to come back for a legit meal. There is an "Oyster and Martini Wednesday" from 3pm to close, where oysters are 50% off, and martinis are $10. We happened to be there on a Wednesday, however the deal wasn't applicable due to the holiday. Our server, Destiny, was friendly and helpful with info and drink recommendations. The vibes were great here, and everybody was very welcoming. This is definitely a place we'll be adding to the regular rotation during our trips to PB! IG: @bbnem.eats

The bar which is big

Shrimp Cocktail

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Chasing sunsets

Eggies

4.0(126 reviews)

Straight forward breakfast sandwiches on brioche buns. Simple menu with HUGE sandwiches…read more Cute cargo container structure, a perfect place for a takeaway order to eat overlooking the ocean. I got a vanilla cold brew and the California breakfast sandwich. The sandwich portions are huge, so make sure to come hungry. I gave this a 4 instead of a 5 because I felt that the coffee was a little burnt tasting and the sandwich had too many flavors going on between the aioli, jam, cheese, egg, and meat.. it was good but maybe less is more in terms of toppings

How could you not love this place?!? A quick brekkie in a…read morejar. Easy to eat on the run and so delish! I've yet to try anything else but I'm Sure it's just as good. Service is always spot on.

Just a Photo

Pink floppy chewy bacon

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Coffee cup has faces printed all around it with a fun die cut sleeve.

Spill The Beans

3.9(52 reviews)

0.3 mi•Pacific Beach

Spill the Beans has completely ruined every other coffee shop for me…read more I'm here every single morning, and there's a reason. The bagels are larger, fluffier, and have this perfect subtle sweetness -- rumor has it they're boiled in agave syrup, and honestly, it shows. The Lox, Stock & Bagel hits different when the bagel itself is this good, and the McLovin is worth every bite too. The rotating selection keeps it fresh enough that I genuinely look forward to switching it up. Then there's the Basic Sitch -- don't let the name fool you. Best Caramel Macchiato I've had anywhere. Period. If you haven't been yet, you're missing out. And if you have, you already know.

Literally, the best bagel sandwich I've ever head. The jalapeño and habanero bagel with the spicy…read moresauce that comes on the San Dieggo is actually spicy and so freakin delicious. I hope this place does well and sticks around. I plan on eating here regularly. On an additional note, the mclovin with a French toast bagel and extra maple butter is basically a better version of a McDonald's McGriddle and is also worth trying. 5 stars. I love this place!!!