Such a cute brunch place! You ordered first and then seat yourself, which is a bit strange and I feel like it doesn't give you enough time to really look at the menu but I did check it out the night before on yelp so I had an idea of what I wanted. I got the lobster benedict. I was between the cubano sandwich and the lobster benedict but I decided to go with the lobster because of everyone's reviews about it on yelp and it did not disappoint! The hollandaise sauce was perfect - not too creamy or milky tasting and not too flavorful that it overpowers the egg or lobster. The egg was just perfect - I cut it and it didn't explode all over my plate and make everything taste like egg. The lobster was fantastic - not too strong or rich, it was great and really complemented the sauce and egg and biscuit. I ended up finishing both biscuits because it was so good. The total was about $13 which isn't bad for a lobster dish. A regular benedict is about $8. I would definitely come back here again!! Only downside was that tables are not always clean and one of our cups had a lipstick stain on it but none of us were wearing lipstick.. so just make sure you double check if everything is clean before you start eating! read more

Honey's Bistro - Lobster benedict with side of fruit ($13) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Encinitas, California

I have to say that the place is really nice. Service is awesome and food presentation is espectacular. I used to go often but the last 3 times I ate there, end up with a pain in my stomach and very bad situation in the bathroom. I think the need to do some cleaning in that kitchen or have the health department give them a visit. If you are planning to stay around downtown Encinitas avoid this place. There's no enough public restrooms to take care of what's gonna happen after you eat there. read more

was excited to come here and was worried if they were busy. the place was half empty. i was in and out in less than 30 minutes. they didnt have a drink menu. im like soo wheres the mimosas? i got the pineapple and it lacked flavor. i got the eggs benedict it was not hot and was bland and nothing special. i also got the stuff french toast. needed sauce it was very dry and bland. paid $35 for bland dry nothing special food. read more

I was given a couple of recommendations for my vacation down to SoCal. Honey's, I was told, was a great breakfast place in Encinitas, and I should definitely try it. For 2 weeks we were running here there and every where and hadn't made it to Honey's. We decided (stupidly) that we would hit it really quick before heading to the airport (on a Friday). Besides getting a late start, and hitting rough traffic, we got mixed up on directions, so we had 22 minutes to park, order, and get on our way, since at that point we would only be arriving an hour before departure. As we rolled into town there was NO PARKING ANYWHERE. We wasted time circling around and around before we were about to give up. Finally we just pulled into 7 11 and I sent my girls down to order to go, while I stood in line at the Sev for water. When the girls came back, one had ordered chocolate chip pancakes, the other fish tacos (I had the same). I can say whole heartedly I WISH WE HAD GONE THERE SOONER!!!! That food was so delicious.. I wish we had eaten there a few times while on vacation. My daughter lives down not to far from there and will be making this her regular stop every time she has to pick up or drop off at the airport! I didn't even see the pancakes my youngest devoured them so fast... She said they were amazing. I eat fish tacos every where I go... And these were the best I had in California! They definitely beat several I've had anywhere. Fantastic food! Take out was speedy, and every one was nice.... I'll be back!! read more

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Food and coffee was delicious! Great service. We will be back! Thank you for a great experience!

The Inside of the restaurant is really nice, we sat at a booth and there were lots of hanging plants along the wall. You order at the counter, they give you a number, and servers bring the food out to your table. Unfortunately, they weren't serving any hot drinks that day other than the self serve coffee. No biggie. We ordered full stack of multigrain blueberry pancakes, and the salmon scramble. My sister received her salmon scramble first. 30 minutes after my sister received her scramble, my pancakes were dropped off. In total, we waited a whole hour for 3 pancakes, eggs, and bacon. The pancakes were ok, nothing special. We spent $60 on 2 entrees, an orange juice, and a Pacifico. read more

Came in at 10:30AM with a friend for a Tuesday brunch. She's originally from SD and loved coming frequently with friends. The interior is like a homey diner with options to sit inside and out. You order at the front, pay, sit down and wait for your meal to be served. There are plenty of options! I ordered a stack of orange raspberry pancakes with a side of egg whites (and option for ham or bacon as well), only costs $12 for a pretty big serving. My friend ordered the multigrain waffle with berries and a side of eggs. We sat down and our food arrived within 10 mins pretty warm and hot. My pancakes were scrumptious with actual pieces of orange and raspberries and still steaming. There was powdered sugar dusted on top. I finished my eggs, but only had half my stack of pancakes, boxed the rest to go! It was still piping hot when I boxed it. Definitely a great place for an affordable meal running the gamut of breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. If I was a local, I'd come again! read more

One of THE best spots by the beach. Their smoothies are all amazing as are the Açaí bowls. I recently had a special Spicy Shrimp Caesar wrap which had rice inside as well and it was so delicious. (this was on their specials board posted outside, not sure how often they sell). My husband ordered the BLT sandwich and loved his. The portions are large so come hungry or ready to share. Prices are reasonable. Smoothie is roughly $4-$5 each but they're a larger size and the sandwich combos were all around $10-12. Would recommend visiting this spot if you're in the area read more

My friend and I ate lunch here today and ordered the Salmon Teriyaki well done with brown rice and vegetables. They would not substitute the fries for the rice so we ordered a side of fries. The salmon was not well done and the rice was very cold, like right out of the refrigerator. The iced tea tasted old and bitter and when I asked for sugar, they just pointed to the front of the restaurant to get it myself. You have to get your own silverware too and the ketchup on the table was empty. The busboy was friendly but the server/hostess was not. She did not check on us, clear our plates or ask if we needed anything. It was not that busy either. read more

This place never fails, food, service, their coffee and all about this place is 5 out 5. Keep up your great work guys. read more

The vibes are great! The service is really quick and the staff are very nice. I went with a large group and we all had our food within 10 minutes of ordering. The music is great as well but not a place to have quiet conversation. Highly recommend! read more

Let's just start with the Nutella Banana Waffles...DIVINE! They taste delicious but also too much and then suddenly you find yourself continuing to eat it until it's all gone. A very nice spot all together. Variety of coffee available to try and the lattes were tasty. Our table shared a variety of sweet/savory dishes for brunch and no one was disappointed. Kind, helpful staff too. Sidewalk seating is definitely recommended, too! read more

There were 4 of us. I ordered the chilaquiles. They were slimy and gross. The beans and rice that came with were cold and unflavored. One of my friends had the tuna sandwich which she couldn't eat due to the lack of seasoning and lack of flavor. My other friend was not impressed at all with her sandwich either. Only thing good here are the drinks. read more

We've ordered a good variety of food at Honey's and have been impressed with every dish. I love trying their different specials, so good! The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful, look no further because Honey's is the perfect place for a local and delicious brunch! read more

Great food, warm atmosphere and good service. Def recommend the coconut French toast. A great local gem in Encinitas

We are from out of town and was visiting our son who lives in Cali. We went to watch him surf and then wanted to grab a quick bite. I am so happy we ended up here. I am usually not a fan of standing in line to order but we found a nice table outside and waited for our food. I ordered the Popeye omelet with egg whites. OMG, so good! My husband kept taking bites when I wasn't looking. The service was super friendly and we loved the fresh squeezed OJ. Next time I'm in the area will definitely return. read more

Honey's is hard to see from the sidewalk but once you go in you'll know you're in the right place. The service was outstanding the food was hot and fresh. I had eggs Benedict and everything was as expected and beyond read more

We love this place! Food is always super yummy! Service is fast for the most part! Ambiance, love being able to sit out front, the only thing i don't love is the self serve water, cups that sit out kind of icky for me since dogs and such are passing quite often. read more

I can't say enough about the food! The lobster Benedict is delicious and a must try for your first visit. They also have many healthy drinks and smoothies as well as baked goods. Bonus- Breakfast items are served all day. I am not giving a 5 star only because I found that not all the tables and benches were not wiped down. read more

Honey's Bistro - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Encinitas, California

Great spot in Encinitas for breakfast. It's a full menu but you order and pay first at the counter and they bring the food. Had some of the healthiest pancakes I've ever had and tasted great. Got a side of scrambled eggs and bacon. Giving a four star because their was green/blue stuff on the eggs and asked what it was and the girl never came back to tell me. Also the order and tip was a little weird. read more

I've been coming to Honeys since high school and I love it every time. Both their lunch and breakfast menus are delicious. Last time I was here I got the salmon wrap and I really enjoyed it. I would recommend their smoothies as well. The açaí bowls are really massive so you might want to keep that in mind when you are ordering. They have so many options and I have yet to be disappointed. read more

I've been coming to Honey's for breakfast for nearly 20 years,... but this is not your old Honey's ! It's had a major improvement in the decor and energy level of the staff, as well as in presentation of the food. My wife and I had a very nice breakfast. However I'm not sure i'll be going back as we felt uncomfortable. As it always was, you line up and order at the register, and then if you're having coffee you go and pump it yourself before finding a table. No problem. If you want someone to wait on you and bring around a carafe of hot coffee to refill your cup there are plenty of other cafe's on the 101. But despite this no-service approach they expect a tip of 20%, 25% or 30% when you order your food. I'm sure there is a way to enter a smaller amount, but then I feel like I'm cheaper than the cheapest option they expect. Not a good feeling. Fortunately I am in a position I could tip 20% for good service, but if I'm going to do that anyway i'll instead go somewhere I at least get table service. Shame as the food was good. read more

It's pretty much self serve, you order at the counter & they bring your food to you. Get your own silverware, water, coffee, condiments & to go boxes. I actually didn't mind & wish more places were like this. Super convenient and laid back. The food was 6/10 the chilaquiles were soggy, not bad but lacked flavor. The pancakes were the best thing on the menu would come here just for the pancakes! The sausage was average nothing special. The eggs were horrible no flavor, chunky, & hard do not get the eggs!!! The mimosas are pretty and have flowers inside the drink. The staff was friendly, the music is mostly hip hop, good vibes but 6/10 for food $70 for 2 people. read more

The food was fresh and delicious!! Large portion sizes. The staff is friendly and helpful. Great location. Can't think of anything to improve on! read more

Honey's Bistro - Chocolate chip pancake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Encinitas, California

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What a great spot in town with great outdoor seating. The brunch meals are amazing but I always top it off with one of their smoothies. The ones with apple juice are absolutely amazing! Can't recommend this place enough and as a local I would even say it's the BEST Brunch place in all of Encinitas. It's never a long wait for the food and I want to also shout out Jose. He's is the man! You won't find someone more friendlier than him. read more

Honey's is a great go-to lunch spot when nothing is on your mind. They're chicken is very tender and juicy!! They give you good options when you don't want fries\chips. Options like fruit, chili, salad and many others. I prefer the seating outside to inside since there is no AC. The staff is super friendly while the cook serves up some tasty food. Things take about 10 minutes at most to make so you'll have plenty of time to enjoy your lunch. I've only been here twice but definitely looking forward to stopping by more and more. read more

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I ordered the Chicken Apple Artichoke Sausage Omelet. I love omelets and this omelet did not disappoint. The potatoes were also very good. The service here was odd. My group of 8 friends and I stopped by at around 10am today (a weekday). The guy at the register didn't seem too happy or friendly and the guy delivering our plates was super rude. He carried out two plates and dropped off one and we asked him what the other plate was and he said "It's not yours" and it ended up being mine. The restaurant was also very dirty at this time- probably because the morning rush was over. There were napkins and tons of crumbs on the floors and chairs. Other than the service and cleanliness of the restaurant, the food was good and I highly recommend you stop by for the food! Parking sucks in this area- I circled around 4-5 times to find parking. So be prepared! read more

This place is such a quaint mom n pop breakfast stop. The breakfast quesadilla is huge and absolutely DELICIOUS. I crave their food. And they have a yummy selection of coffees and it's free refills for the coffee as well. I definitely recommend going here for a yummy breakfast. There's no way you could be disappointed. read more

Hole in the wall place at Encinitas that my friend saw on TikTok, so of course we had to try it! First glance at 10am we thought we got lucky cause there were tons of tables but then we realized it's an "order at a cashier" then go sit kinda place. The Gen-Xer in me hated that. Like it is not a small menu and to have to decide while waiting in a line was super anxiety ridden for me. But we did it. We ordered the California Benedict, the stuffed French Toast, a caramel latte, Bloody Mary and a Michelada. We sat and food came out after about 15 min. Our consensus was the French toast is just too much (size) and too sweet. We really loved the nuts on them though. They helped with the texture. It was drenched in syrup, which I would have preferred on the side. For the Cali bene, too much hollandaise. It was good, but less is more. The avocado was really fresh. I loved the potatoes, I'd like some more burned ones lol. The latte was too sweet, did not finish. The bloody and michelado were good, just really big mugs. I had to add spice to my bloody, as it was pretty plain and nothing like what I saw on their website. No bacon :(. We noticed halfway through our meal a lot of standing water under our table (it's been raining a lot). But that still should have been noticed by staff at some point. All in all give it a go! I'd go back if friends wanted too but probably not on my own read more

The brunette hostess is abrasive and really damn rude. I do not know what her deal is, I cannot understand what is going on in her life to make this woman SO miserable. I was sitting down at one of the tables on an INCREDIBLY uneventful and slow weekday, waiting for my fiancé to arrive so we can have a bite to eat together after a long hike where he had just proposed. I had been sitting for about 5-10 minutes browsing the menu. We're not from the area so I didn't know what time this place closed. But here comes this brunette woman like a bull in a china shop, picking up and SLAMMING down chairs in a stack. Picking up other ones and just slamming them down where they were to create noise. On a slow slow day, she came up to me and, in a sharp and abrasive tone, said "we're closing so if you're not going to order you need to leave" I checked the website and it's true, they were closing- in 30 minutes. No need to be so rude! She said the same thing to a few other people it looked like. No "hi, how are you?" Nothing. No pleasantries. She was incredibly rude and I told my fiancé that we're not eating there and we're going somewhere else Which is my only advice to anyone who reads this. Go somewhere else. This woman's attitude was like a child throwing a tantrum and as long as she's employed, I will never return. read more

Found this place on Yelp and couldn't wait to give it a try given all of the great reviews. However, we were very disappointed....here's why: The menu looked pretty good....I ordered the Mexican Breakfast Bagel (Two eggs, cheese & salsa omelet on a bagel with guacamole, avocado and country potatoes) and Kiddo ordered the Thai Chicken Wrap (Breast of chicken, tomato, sprouts, lettuce, & hoisin peanut sauce). It didn't take long before the food was ready, but while we were waiting we used the restroom to wash our hands. Inside the restroom we noticed small flies in the trash can, gross.....afterwards, when our food arrived....we noticed small flies that looked similar flying around our table. Now, I don't want to characterize this as if a swarm of flies were flying around....because it wasn't like that....there were one or two flies in the restroom and one or two around the table.....for a place like this I wouldn't have expected that......I was on the fence to give the place 1 Star based on this. The food was OK, not great. I've had better. I thought the Eggs were a bit runny and the Bagel (Jalapeno Cheddar) didn't have much flavor....I expected it to have more kick. Also, the Country Potatoes were a bit soggy for my tastes and tasted a little undercooked on some pieces....very inconsistent. Kiddo said his wrap was ok, but it was very, very soggy & messy....again, he wasn't impressed with it. Will we return? Probably not. We may have caught them on a bad day.....but there are too many other places around the area to try. Unless I'm meeting a friend or acquaintance there...highly unlikely. read more

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we wanted so badly to like this place. there's a lot of good reviews so we were excited! i got a turkey melt on a croissant and my partner got a chorizo burrito. the turkey melt wasn't even a melt, the cheese was solid and the sandwich had no flavor at all. the burrito was insanely greasy, my partner barely made a dent in it before feeling sick. it was also 90% egg, barely anything else. their potatoes were also really burnt and just looked messy. it's very unfortunate. just to note, it's a self seating place. you walk in and order from a cashier and then go sit down. when we first came up to order, a server was distracting the cashier and he kept awkwardly looking at me and trying to make her go away. i was standing there waiting to take my order and she would not take the hint. we are pretty disappointed read more

Honey's Bistro - turkey melt - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Encinitas, California

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My fiancé is going to kill me when I get home. I cheated at Honey's with a hearty breakfast that probably had over 3,000 calories. I should be dieting and slimming down for the wedding, but I was starving. This was the first place I saw on my drive down to work. I walked into the quiet cafe and drooled on the counter. They had fresh, giant muffins on display that seemed to sing to me like a siren. Knowing that carbs just go straight to my face, I refused to give in. I said, "No temptress muffin, I will not eat you!!" and opted to get the 3 sausage + cheese omelets + a coffee. The thing was massive. Loaded with 3 kinds of sausage and stuffed with cheese, I could feel my heart slowing down as I chewed. Instead of risking a heart attack, I requested a box to take the rest to work. I don't normally drink coffee here, but they have a huge variety of self-serve choices. I was curious to try some of the coffees, such as French vanilla and almonds, Kona, etc. I'll probably come back and try the muffins after I tie the knot. That's when I don't ever have to worry about looking good anymore. A little about my credentials: I first got into cooking & food when I was in college. After being rejected by numerous girls and getting zero action, I decided it was time for a change. I needed a new makeover to boost my geeky, engineering image. I applied for a cooking position at a Mediterranean-Italian Restaurant near my home and learned to cook all sorts of pastas and dishes. I never became a professional chef, but I continue to enjoy & love food. 8 years later and 55 lbs heavier, I am now an engineer that travels all over the world trying new foods and learning about different cultures. read more

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Great place for breakfast in this beach town of Encinitas. There is something for everyone. Fresh squeezed juices to huge assortment of coffees. From pastries to Steak & Eggs. They also serve fresh homemade corned beef hash. Street parking only. read more

Honey's is AWESOME. My sister, mom, and I did a girls date and got brunch here 2 Mondays ago and it was just soooo perfect. The interior is really cute, they have awesome outdoor seating, and they even provide free coffee! The man who took our order was super kind, as was the lady who delivered our food. As for the food, it was inSANE. We got the breakfast croissant and the stuffed french toast, and both were to die for. Thanks, Honey's, for the perfect date spot! We'll be back:) read more

Went here for breakfast. Streets were blocked off because of the Encinitas Street Fair. We managed to find parking a few blocks away. As we enter, there were a lot of people in line ordering food to dine in or to go. My husband ordered for me while my daughter and I grabbed a table. My husband got me the steak hash with fruit and bread. Inside the steak hash was potatoes, cut up pieces of steak and scrambled eggs on top. There was also green and red peppers in the mix. The steak was soft and very good. The potatoes and eggs needed ketchup to add some flavor. The potatoes were plain. It was good. The bread was thick like Texas toast and had butter already spread on it. The fruit was delicious and fresh. I had an orange juice to wash down my food. The orange juice was thick and tasted fresh. I needed to water it down a bit cause it was too thick in consistency but good. Overall the food was delicious! The service was great. As soon as we were done, the guy cleared off our table and other tables. People were friendly. Cute place to dine in. There were also tables outside if you wish to eat outside. A nice place to have breakfast. I highly recommend this place. read more

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I'm always on the hunt for a good brunch spot. Ding! Found a good spot. The food isn't expensive, it's quite yummy, people-watching is great, you're a block from the beach, and you get to hang out with other people's dogs. The omelets are delicious - I recommend either the Green Omelet, the Popeye Omelet, or any one of the various specials. They are also spot-on with their pancake and waffle options, which come with fresh fruit, + bacon and 2 eggs for an extra $2.50. Even the coffee is good - and that counts for a lot when you're talking about brunch. It can get crowded, sure, and be prepared for a cafe/deli-like ambiance where you get a number and a waiter comes and finds you. But who cares! It's brunch near the beach. Indoors or outdoors, it's a great place to stuff your face with good food. The second-hand shops up and down the street ain't bad, either... got myself a $12 dress for the next Yelp event. :) read more

Food is good but at time the service seems subpar. The price increases are getting a bit out of hand for me and charges to get a couple of salsas are ridiculous read more

Dawnette, the General Manager, immediately greeted us with a big group of 8 people. The service was incredible and the food came out in a timely manner! I got the veggie quesadilla and it was delicious! The cheese was gooey and the vegetables tasted so fresh! I'm definitely coming back! read more

Honey's is my favorite spot. I love to grab breakfast here. Everything that has come from their kitchen has been good and the coffee bar can't be beat. They have about a dozen different coffee's in carafes along one wall. I find I'm always getting the organic Guatemalan but it's good to have options. They have big mugs or to-go cups waiting. It makes it easy to grab your coffee and settle in after ordering at the counter. They have both indoor and sidewalk seating. The tables inside can be a little cramped but its worth it given how popular the restaurant can be during the summer and on weekends. The staff is always friendly and laid back. The kitchen is pretty quick and food arrives promptly. Service is minimal since coffee and water are both self serve but that works just fine. I've tried about half of their savory breakfast options and everything has been good. I am a big fan of ABC omelettes. The avocado, bacon and cheese is a combination few would argue with and they make a good one here. It's my usual. I have also gotten the chilaquiles benedict a few times and it's a winner. I have a thing for tortilla chips and what could possible be wrong about building an egg dish with hollandaise on top of them. Look for me when you go. read more

Honey's Bistro - Chilaquiles benedict. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Encinitas, California