We were visiting the San Diego area and a friend took me to Honey's for breakfast because of the huge variety of coffee they serve. We waited a few minutes to order at the counter and decided to get French toast, eggs and bacon. We found a table, set up our order number on the metal stand and started sipping our coffee. My cappuccino was perfect. Smooth and bold with perfect foam. The food arrived within a couple of minutes and was exactly right. French toast was perfect, the eggs were exactly as ordered and the bacon was crisp without being burned. All told a perfect breakfast in a great environment, run by pleasant and efficient people. I'm always happy to find places that do exactly what they are supposed to do. Honey's is one of those places. Worth a visit. read more

We absolutely love Honeys!!! We have gotten so many different types of food here and it's all been excellent. My personal favorite is the grilled shrimp sandwich and the Denver Omelette! Small little gem in Encinitas and it's our go to brunch restaurant when we are in that area. The only downside is it's not open later!!! read more

Amazing açaí/pitaya bowls and egg scrambles but very overpriced. This is a solid choice for a morning brunch in the Moonlight area but not for all the time. read more

Was there on Jun 26 for late lunch. Ordered my fav sandwich, Sante Fe Chicken. Only thing, this time, instead of a nice chicken breast with cheese, chili pepper, lettuce/tomato, on roll, it was made with sliced deli chicken, cheese,pepper on sliced grilled bread----horrible. Only good thing was the sweet potato fries. Guess not going back. Hope they haven't ruined Swami's menu, since same owner. read more

Great food with a huge selection for such a small charming place. Clean and pleasant. Staff friendly and Efficient. Wonderful selection of coffee. read more

SO GOOD. And so kindly priced for great quality food and coffee definitely get the sweet potato fries

omg, I love Honey's. This place serves breakfast and lunch, and has your standard cafe/diner food with a California twist, i.e. lots of veggies and a good selection of vegetarian options. Prices are pretty standard, but you can eat here for really cheap if you so choose. For instance, I usually get the half order of Eggs Florentine (yay for the option of a half order!) and it's around $5 and includes an order of breakfast potatoes. Plus their hollandaise is just how I like it-- nice and creamy and make with lemon, not vinegar. I would give them a 5 if it wasn't for the following: they tend to make a lot of mistakes, the breakfast potatoes are sometimes cold (and I prefer hasbrowns anyway), and their veggie burger sucks. Oh, and I try to avoid this place on weekends because it tends to get really crowded. read more

One of the best acai bowls I've had in the Encinitas area, and I've pretty much tried all of them. Came here the night after prom...needless to say I needed a good breakfast. Coffee also very delicious. A little pricey, but worth what you pay for. SO good. read more

We went here because of all the raging reviews. I guess I don't get it. The place was packed and definitely not kid friendly- no room for strollers or kids seats. The food was ok- donuts and cinnamon rolls were already sold out (10am) and our food was good. I wouldn't rave about this place but I also wouldn't complain. read more

Loved the eggs benedict! The eggs were cooked just right, and the hollandaise sauce was rich and creamy. The banana nut pancakes were to die for. It was sooo tasty! Also, good value mimosa I think. We ordered a full carafe for 3 of us and it was just perfect. We expected a long wait around 11 where other places looked like they gave out free food. This place was packed but the wait wasn't as bad. It was a great sunday brunch!! read more

I was here on a Sunday morning. It was crowded but I immediately fell in love with this homey place. Had smoked salmon scrambled eggs and it was easily the best breakfast I have ever had in my life. Portion was perfect and definitely worth your money. Coffee choices were plentiful and the Guatemala coffee I tried was insanely aromatic and smooth. Couldn't ask for anything else literally. Would love to come here again whenever possible and absolutely recommend this place highly to everyone on earth. Don't even doubt to visit other breakfast places because this place is simply wonderful, you will love it! read more

Honey's Bistro - Smoked salmon scrambler. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Encinitas, California

Came here for the first time this morning. 10am on a Saturday and we waited maybe 15 minutes on line... and it was Memorial Day weekend so all in all, not too bad. Tons of breakfast options and LOTS of gluten free options as well. The food tasted super fresh and the portions were large. Everything from the potatoes to the bread to the eggs tasted fresh and good quality. Highly recommend the homemade corned beef hash! read more

This is our absolute favorite spot in Encinitas for breakfast/brunch. The value is outstanding, the menu has everything you could want (from very healthy to very indulgent) and the atmosphere is local and authentic. Great coffee selection to boot, and they're event doing Mimosas now. It gets crowded on the weekends, and for good reason. Embrace the chaos! read more

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

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I had the Artichoke and chicken sausage omelette this morning at Honeys in the early morning, on my way to the library (which is just up the street). I was looking for an alternative to the usual haunts, Encinitas Cafe et al. I was pleasantly surprised! If you are in the mood for a hearty, protein - rich breakfast, this would be it! Slightly-spicey chicken sausage, artichoke, asparagus, tomatoes and a generous portion of goowy, yummy swiss cheese fills this omelette out with a side of potatoes that are amply garnished with parsley for a refreshing flare. I'm gonna save the rest for a mid-afternoon snack cuz this sicker is big! Their smoothies also look luscious as well. Note : be sure to ask for gluten-free toast if you arw g.f. read more

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

The food is great and prices are reasonable, good for the area they're in. Parking can be a serious pain and sometimes when it's super busy it can be difficult to find an open table. They have really good smoothies and a large assortment of coffees. My favorite items would have to be the lobster eggs benny and the banana pancakes. Best banana pancakes I've found! read more

Couple of us went for brunch their food was good I had the Hone y veg Benedict's with home style potatoes very good so would give it a 5 stars.The down side is the self serve coffee stand and water. read more

Ok...get the cappuccino it's f-ing amazing!!! Don't get the sausage it's bad dry, spicy, and fennel filled- now I hate fennel and spice. But the buttermilk pancakes are cooked to perfection!!! There buttery-flakey and just yummy! If I could I'd give honey 3.5 stars read more

Honey's will forever hold a special place in my heart. It is a local bistro that provides hearty, wholesome and scrumptious meals. It truly is a gem on the 101. I absolutely enjoy the ABC Quesadilla with a side of deep-fried home fries (potato's). That always hits the spot. I love to chow down on their ABC sandwich on Rye bread. It is my favorite! It's a trend for me with Avocado, Bacon and Cheese. The forked avocado toast is to die for and don't even get my started on the superb service each and every time I have had food from them. During the pandemic I was still getting my to go orders to bring a little sanity to my world. Bottomline, I will recommend this place ALL the time. If I could give them 6 stars out of 5 I would. read more

The stuffed French toast was delicious, along with the California scramble. Would definitely go back. It's very fresh and tasty read more

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

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It's a tough place not to splurge your carb and sugar allowance. My friend and I both had vegetable omelettes only after we fantasized about the pancakes. read more

A cute beach vibe breakfast place with great food and exotic smoothies. Nice to take people who are out of town and want the San Diego beach vibe. read more

Great place for breakfast. Best Acaii Bowl with HOME MADE GRANOLA. Green Omelette is also a winner. My girlfriend always swoons over the raspberry/orange pancakes. EVERYTHING THERE IS GREAT. When you first get there is seems pittifully small. You order at the counter - at that point all the tables inside and out are packed and you wonder where you will be able to sit once the food comes out. But somehow you ALWAYS find a table just in time (so, don't worry, just enjoy the madness). The crowd is very eclectic - typical coast town atmosphere. Dogs are welcome outside, there are plenty of them and all well-behaved. The staff, even though extremely busy on weekends are friendly. read more

What's the hype about?? I LOVE breakfast, it's by far my favorite meal of the day. Therefore, I was looking forward to trying out what many people have said is one of the best breakfast places in the area. Unfortunately I must have hit Honey's on a off day because my experience did not live up to my expectations. From a strictly logistical aspect, Honey's is a nightmare. It is very small and very crowded. It is a tad awkward too as you must first stand in line to order your food before you sit down (AKA scope out a table and compete for it against other patrons who surprisingly morph into territorial crazies and do things like sit at a table where people are still eating to "claim" it). While you are standing in line, people continually cut in and out of your way to get to the self serve coffee bar which is behind the food ordering line. Once we finally found a table (One we had to sit at before it was even cleared so that we could mark it as ours), we waited quite a while for a busboy to clear the table and then our food came out at very random times. My friend ordered a sausage sandwich and this came first, then a 5 minute gap and my scrambled eggs arrived followed by another 5 minute gap and then my other friend's apparently time consuming bagel and cream cheese made its very late appearance. The food was OK, but nothing special and not worth the $12 price tag! It was also overshadowed by the very LOUD atmosphere, people stalking our table waiting for us to leave, and the fact that a man ran into our table and spilt my hot tea all over my bare legs... Ouch! I honestly can say that I would have enjoyed a less stressful breakfast at Denny's than this place and I am NOT a Denny's fan. I could see Honey's being the right atmosphere for some people, and the bakery items did look very delicious, maybe ordering bakery stuff and fancy coffee drinks to go would be more on my level for this place. Not sure I'll take the time to find out though. read more

A great breakfast place.Large selection of coffees,and a good menu selection. The only drawback is finding a table sometimes! read more

I heard a rumor recently that Honey's is opening another location in Oceanside.. If this is true, I couldn't be more excited. Honey's is one of my husband's and my absolute favorite places to go for breakfast. Everything we've ever ordered there has been a huge hit, but our favorites by far are the lobster eggs Benedict and acai bowls. The coffee is always hot and fresh, the fresh juices yummy and satisfying, and service is great! read more

This is one of my top 5 favorite breakfast/brunch spots of all time, and has been a staple for me and my group of friends for about 5 years. Favorite things: obviously the açaí bowl... They make one of the best! And the big breakfast. Their coffee bar is pretty sweet, too. I mix Hawaiian hazelnut and vanilla because the world is my oyster at Honey's. And lest I forget, the fresh squeezed grapefruit juice. Out. Of. This. World. read more

Their selection of coffee is awesome! And they also offer organic coffee as well! It gets tight inside, but that's what makes the restaurant that more amazing! read more

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

This place is great and I love supporting local businesses. The menu is expansive, with new daily specials often. I love the omelettes and any of the benedicts (try the lobster Benedict!!). Their self service coffee bar is huge!! Every flavor and kind. Come check them out!! read more

I went here for lunch the other day and was very happy with it. I ordered the turkey burger and it was very good. My friends ordered the fish tacos (mahi I believe?) and they said they were the best they'd had! The food was reasonably priced, quick, and tasty. I recommend the fries as a side! I would recommend this cafe to a friend and I would go again! read more

Been here multiple times. Amazing açaí bowl keeps me coming back! Everything else I've tried on menu surprises me with how good it is. Love Honey's - thank you! read more

I've been going to Honeys since I was about 8 with my grandma. This is the place I recommend to everyone who comes into town. Love the variety of coffee love all the options on the menu! Love my regular staff I've seen since I was a girl, but I do have to say the parking is few and far in between more recently. As well as some of the new faces I've seen working lately for the weekly spot. I've been a little disappointed with some of service it's usually awesome and very attentive. But in the past few months I've come in, and it just hasn't been the same homey vibe I always felt as a kid. read more

Absolutely one of my favorite new breakfast places! I am a weekly attendee now! Their steak and eggs is fabulous! Such hearty servings no matter what you order. And the self serve coffee is delicious. Love coming here, and will continue! read more

Honey's is definitely my go to brunch place in Encinitas! I probably go here at least once a week whether it's ordering take out for myself or dining in with my fam. Whenever in doubt I always get their eggs benedict. Its simple, but it tastes really gooood. Their house potatoes? Super generous in terms of portion and slightly crisp just how I like them! Other dishes that are really good are the strawberry french toast, salmon benedict, and the blackberry banana pancakes! The staff is stellar. They're super nice and very attentive for every time I've visited so far. read more

We didn't know anything about this place but it was such a pleasant surprise. Excellent lunch! We had a salad and sandwich. Both made our day! I would highly recommend it. Service was wonderful, super friendly. read more

Love the pancakes and Chile verde chilaquiles. Cant go wrong with a turkey sandwich. Customer service is great. My go to for brunch.

Honey's is my favorite hands down for breakfast ever. I have been coming here for years, and have introduced many friends and family to make sure that they get the best that San Diego has to offer. The coffee is great, the service is always with a smile, and the food is amazing. read more

We have been going to Honey's Bistro for the last 2 years and every time our food has been plentiful and delicious. This restaurant has a mom and pop family vibe. It's good home-style cooking, from healthy to comfort foods, as well as drinks to smoothies. The portions are large, so you could definitely share a plate. The staff is courteous and friendly. The place can get crowded, as its good. However, they are efficient and organized so keep everything moving along. It is only open for breakfast and lunch. I used to love there coffee, but they recently changed to a new brand, which I do not like. So, now I get the tea, which is yummy. However, I am not knocking off any points, as it's our go to / staple for breakfast food, salads, sandwiches, wrap or a smoothies, which are all delicious. We have not been disappointed. read more

Honeys is my favorite restaurant and I've been coming here for years. I always get the veggie scramble with avocado and their iced tea is great! The breakfast potatoes are the best potatoes I've ever had in my life. They are also so nice there! The salads smoothies and açaí bowls are also great. Honeys is the best! read more

We decided to drive up to Encinitas for a late breakfast. We didn't have a destination and happened to stroll in this restaurant. We were pleasantly surprised and satisfied. The young lady that took out order was very nice and inviting. Our food was served quickly and was delicious. We will be back. read more

Great food and extra awesome service - Jose was super friendly & personable! My veggie scramble and cheesy potatoes were delicious and I had enough for a second meal. Loved the ice tea. This was our first time here and we will definitely return. read more