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    4.2 (5.1k reviews)
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    Alana Z.

    This place was phenomenal. We went here for brunch with friends and the food was 12/10 incredible. The squash blossom hash was so delicious, really fresh vegetables and the goat cheese was the perfect touch! The maple bacon doughnuts were so delicious too, they had the texture of cake and really nice flavor. You could tell they were homemade and fresh. The ambience was great, lots of indoor and outdoor space for seating. Our waitress refilled our waters constantly without us asking and many staff members checked on us and made sure we had hot sauce and other condiments. This would be a perfect spot for a brunch date or a place to take out of town guests. It does get very busy though so make sure to get here a little early to avoid the crowds. I will definitely be coming back!

    Pigs in a blanket
    Dianna S.

    Really enjoyed the food and the service was great. It was hard to decide what to get.

    Johnny's Silver Dollar Pancakes w/ blueberry French oat crumb and a side of chicken apple sausage
    Kathryn S.

    Breakfast was such a hit here! First time being here and will absolutely be back. Ordered Johnny's Silver dollar pancakes with the French blueberry crumb and it was so delicious. I added the apple chicken sausage on the side, you don't see that option in most restaurants so that was nice ! and it just made the whole meal that much better. Nice vibe inside the restaurant but the patio is really the spot to sit and enjoy breakfast. Servers were friendly, attentive, and made the experience even better. Overall just a really solid breakfast spot in Hillcrest. Be back soon

    Mariana O.

    After passing by this spot countless times, I finally made it in and overall, it was a solid experience with a few things worth noting. First off, the location is right in the heart of Hillcrest near the DMV, so it's definitely a busy area. There IS parking, but fair warning.... the spaces are tight. There's only one way in and one way out, which gets pretty congested. With it being such a popular breakfast spot, there were a lot of people (including families) waiting outside, and it felt crowded. A larger or more organized waiting area would really improve the experience. That said, once we got inside, things definitely picked up. The host was kind and got us seated pretty quickly, which I appreciated. The interior design is beautiful very spacious, airy, and thoughtfully put together. Each table had a small flower vase (looked real!), which added a really nice touch. Service-wise, Edgar took great care of us. He was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu, which always makes a difference. For food, we ordered the steak with truffle fries and the French toast. The steak was requested medium but came out more well done than wanted. The truffle fries were really good, though. The French toast portion is HUGE definitely shareable. Personally, I would've preferred the syrup on the side because the bottom layer was pretty soaked, which gave it more of an eggy texture. That said, the bacon and blueberries paired really well and balanced it out nicely. Drinks were a bit of a mixed bag. The mimosas leaned heavily on the orange juice...more than I expected served in a more casual glass than I would've liked for the vibe of the place. I also tried the house coffee, which unfortunately didn't hit for me. Overall: beautiful space, great service from Edgar, and decent food with a few execution tweaks needed. I'd come back, but probably with adjusted expectations (and maybe park a block away next time)

    Frank S.

    Food was excellent.. everything came out hot and fresh tasting... service was good and server up sold some breakfast items didn't Catch her name but she did well if the owner reads this exactly what you want.. the place is old fashioned but modern inside. The food is amazing the French toast is to die for. Bring an appetite.

    Buttermilk Fried Chicken Dinner
    Lindsay C.

    What a pleasant surprise this was. We were sat really quickly and my eyes went all over the menu. I quickly ordered the Caesar of Spain and Pistachio Brie to start. The salad was intensely amazing and packed with flavor. The Brie and chutney.... Holy cow. I could have sat there and eaten a whole wheel. For entrees we ordered the prime rib and buttermilk fried chicken. The mashed potatoes....... Ugh. What a dream. I love old fashioned mashed potatoes that are still chunky! Perfectly flavored. The buttermilk chicken was insanely good. The waitress let me know I could substitute the thigh with a breast. So i ordered two breasts. They were so good and so moist. I can't stand dry chicken and this was nothing near. The donuts were huge and unexpected. They reminded me of fair food. When i bit into mine it felt super doughy and uncooked (i understand it was cooked thoroughly and this is just the texture of deep fried dough). It was heavy and dense. I had two bites and had to tap out. We took these home and ate these over the course of a two days. Quite a bit. As an overall complaint.. I'm not really for dog owners bringing their dogs INTO restaurants. As I understand the CDPH policies against non-service dogs in food facilities... i was surprised to be sat next to someone who had their dog on the booth bench and was feeding the dog from the table/plate. I've never seen a service dog doing that... I noticed a few employees stare at the dog eating on the bench and table and not say anything. Kinda gross. But I'll just have to keep that consideration in the future.

    Casiana O.

    Came here for Mother's Day for the first time and it was soooo good!! Customer service was amazing, we loved our waiter. Food - 10/10. Because it was Mother's Day, they were out of high chairs but had a booster seat for our son, which worked out perfectly!! We will be returning, thank you!!!

    Very firm piece of prime rib
    Crystal B.

    First time visiting for dinner. We started with the pistachio baked brie which was pretty good. I ordered the prime rib since the waiter raved about it, and I do like prime rib, but it's so hard to find a good one. This place wasn't the exception. I was super disappointed in the prime rib. It was super firm and tough to cut despite it's beautiful presentation. The mashed potatoes and asparagus paired perfectly with the meat too. The gravy was also really good! Too bad the cut was poor. I was excited when I saw it too because it was a huge piece of prime rib. Oh well! My husband thought the burger was good but nothing special. Service was okay. No one came over to offer refills on our drinks until we basically got our check. The gentleman working the host stand was pleasant. Overall, the food and experience was average at best.

    Quintin E.

    Great is great and Great Maple is close to it in my book. Great seating indoors or out. Great service from the moment you walk in, til the moment you walk out very full and happy. We got a recommendation here and I honestly remember this place from years ago being just as busy, but now even busier and why I hadn't got to try. But fate and the power of the most important weekend meal of the day, brunch brought us in. I knew I was gonna go for the Vegan Hash, but just before strolling over from some window shopping on Park Blvd, we got a food recommendation for Great Maple's French Toast Logs. Left that all to bae as it's smoked bacon syrup, brioche style cut and battered "fire logs", topped with fresh mountain blueberries + powdered sugar... He ate as much as he could, loved it but couldn't finish it. It's definitely a meal for two. Being the the plant-based foodie of the two of us I can say my, cilantro, charred kale, cinnamon glazed sweet potatoes, fresh avocado, garlic, harissa, mushrooms, onion, tomato, and yukon potatoes via the Vegan Hash was soooo delicious. I added a little hot sauce, ketchup and pepper to get it some more heat. And feel like love with this dish. I do wish they had more clear cut plant-based options in 2026, but always grateful for what I can enjoy, not to mention or server. Pretty sure things like the Kale & Quinoa Salad or Great Maple House Salad can be made dairy free, like their S.D. Eggplant Sandwich. Good beverage options, from Bloody Mary's to Daiquiris to Margaritas and all your juice, coffee, soft drink, tea and water needs. Located on Washington Street with their on lot, encompassed by a unique set of intersections and the streets Cleveland Avenue and Lincoln Avenue. Open from 8AM to 2PM Monday through Friday, til 230PM Saturday and Sunday with dinner hours Friday as well as Saturday only, 5PM til 9PM. Reservation encouraged.

    Maple bacon donuts! This is an absolute must!
    Frankie M.

    I've been coming here for years! This is by far one of the best brunch spots in San Diego! Hands down! And I'm not even exaggerating! They have some of the best service in town! Staff are friendly! Food is absolutely delicious! And the vibe is lively! Weekday visits may be less busy, reservations are definitely recommended for weekend brunch. Parking is a doozy! I always recommend parking at the DMV lot. It's a stone's throw away. As for recommendations, you have to try their signature maple bacon donuts! They are fire!!!! Powdered beignets with the lemon dipping sauce are equally delicious! My wife and I enjoy sweet n savory dishes, so we always get the chilaquiles and french toast! And believe me when I say, you can't go wrong with either one of them!

    Ella S.

    This place can get very busy without reservations. Ambiance was ok the area is in a weird spot parking is definitely hard. Food was good all fresh well prepared and well seasoned. The portions are BIG, the beignets the french toast are all to share for we had to take ours to go.

    French toast logs
    alexis h.

    Love love this place! Every time the service is amazing and the food does not disappoint. We made a reservation for Valentine's Day and were seated around that time. Our server was fantastic. Cheerful and attentive. We started with their spicy Bloody Mary. Perfect amount of heat and the bacon flavor was delish. French toast logs a must! We added fried chicken and it was a perfect match. The chicken was white meat with light breading. Chorizo scramble. These were wonderful flavors. Cilantro sour cream, grilled onions and peppers. And the potatoes had a great seasoning. The portions are huge so we had 2 meals from our order for two of us. Parking is always an issue but the DMV is across the street so that's always an option when they're closed. We'll be back!

    Linda L.

    Came by for breakfast. Parking was a bit tricky and had to circle around a bit since the parking lot was full though it is pretty small. We were seated quickly after checking in. The waiter was friendly & welcoming as she brought us the menus & some water. I ordered the french toast logs. They are huge! Taste wise, they would have used a little more flavor. The bacon was nice & crispy, perfect to my liking. The inside seems small but they fit a good amount of tables/people. Pricing is a little on the higher side which is understandable for the size & location of the place. They only do cash or card, no tap pay so make sure to take cash or card.

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    Ask the Community - Great Maple San Diego

    Is there a kids menu?

    No, but portions are generous enough to share.

    What time is the lunch menu available?

    I believe the menu in the morning is breakfast and lunch.

    Do they take reservations?

    Absolutely. They are on Open Table.

    Can they accommodate large group events, 25+ people?

    Yes! We certainly do accommodate large parties and private events with options varying depending on the day of the week. Please reach out to greatmaple.1451@gmail.com with inquiries.

    Is indoor seating available now?

    Yes indoor and outdoor seating are available.

    Will you be open for Christmas and New Years Day?

    Hi- do they do takeout?

    Yes definitely

    Do they have outdoor seating?

    Yes, they have outside dining available. You can make reservations with OpenTable app.

    Do you take reservations?

    Yes, they do, I was able to make some through opentable.

    Do they have high chair and booster?

    Yes they do.

    Do they accept reservations?

    Yes, they do, I was able to make some through opentable.

    Do they cater to gluten free patrons? By using a "GF" or similar symbol on their menu? Thank you in advance! 😊

    Unfortunately while their food is very yummy they are not particularly gluten free friendly. No indications on menus, no GF bread etc.

    Did you use a spicy tequila in your margarita that came with a shot of poblano liquor. That was such a good margarita?

    Oh yes, it was delicious

    Is brunch only on weekends?

    No. They serve Brunch every open day.

    Do they serve all day breakfast?

    Unfortunately No. They serve breakfast in the morning till certain hours. I do know that it can be as late as noon but I don't think their menu allows for breakfast anytime after that.

    Do they have a happy hour ? And what are the happy hour specials?

    The website says they have a happy hour from 5-6pm....with small bites too

    Do they have a parking lot?

    Yes, they do but it is small. Make sure you time your visit otherwise you will have to circle the neighborhood looking for street parking.

    When do they stop serving breakfast?

    Do they serve bottomless mimosas?

    No

    Is it pet friendly???!?

    Yes it is,they have outdoor dining and pets are allowed.

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    Cool main bar with the best BARTENDERS!

    Good News Bar - They have merch here. My friend loved it so much she bought a sweater.

    They have merch here. My friend loved it so much she bought a sweater.

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