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

Kono's Cafe lives up to the hype.We got there around 9 AM and the line was already out the door, which 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. read more

Kono's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

04/03/2026 For the past three or four visits, we've come here specifically for the Egg Burrito #1. Today, we decided on our usual, but it wasn't as satisfying as before. The burrito was very bland, had less avocado, and lacked enough filling to give it that substantial, "full-grip" feel. Service: Martin was the one who brought us our order and greeted us with a smile, saying, "It's nice to see you again!" The feeling was mutual. read more

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Kono's Cafe in Pacific Beach is an absolute 5-star breakfast legend. If you're looking for a classic San Diego breakfast spot just steps from the ocean, this place is as good as it gets. The food is epic. Huge portions, amazing flavors, and exactly the kind of hearty breakfast you want before a beach day. Their breakfast plates are stacked high with perfectly cooked eggs, crispy bacon, and golden hash browns that hit the spot every time. The breakfast burritos and sandwiches are also outstanding and big enough to keep you full all day. What makes Kono's special is that it feels authentically Pacific Beach. It's casual, fast-paced, and full of locals, surfers, and visitors all lining up for the same reason--great food that never disappoints. Even when the line gets long, it moves quickly and the staff keeps things running smoothly. Grab your food, find a seat outside, and enjoy one of the best breakfast views in San Diego. If you're in PB and want an iconic breakfast experience, Kono's Cafe absolutely delivers. Huge portions, great prices, and incredible food make it a spot you'll keep coming back to. read more

Stopped by Kono's Cafe again! It's honestly one of those local gem spots that serves that classic California beach breakfast. Places like this never go out of style here in SoCal. Prices are super reasonable for PB too especially for the BIG portions! We got the French toast breakfast special, Big Breakfast #2 (split). It's a classic breakfast, simple, perfectly cooked, and the right amount of flavor all around. Service is always warm and welcoming with a smile at the counter even with the crowd they tent to get. Not to mention the patio seating is a huge bonus! nothing beats eating outside with that beach breeze. A classic loved local spot. I'll always be back. read more

Kono's Cafe - Big Breakfast 2 (French Toast) **split - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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This is a walk up on the beach and it's worth the wait. The food was delicious and hearty. Breakfast burrito (avocado and bacon) and French toast are legitimate delicious. The service is next level friendly. The gentleman taking our order was super relaxed. Did everything in his power to give us exactly what we wanted. And the view there overlooking the water is gorgeous. I don't give five stars unless a place is exceptional and they get the nod. read more

Kono's Cafe - The fat fries are also great. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Nice atmosphere and seating by the beach. You wait in line and order at the counter, but then they deliver to you. Food came out quickly. Prices were good. The coffee was also really good. The food quality wasn't anything special, typical diner food, but you come here for the view. read more

Kono's Cafe - entrance - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Nothing beats breakfast with a view. Straightforward menu, great corner location, friendly welcoming staff and decent pricing. Saw this place on my search for breakfast with a view and based on the line I chose the right place. Quaint seating inside, patio out back and just across the way is a patio with a view of the best waves. I ordered French toast, bacon and hot chocolate. First bite felt like Saturday morning with the family; and the paper plate not only practical but nostaligc. French toast was sweet bacon crispy and but chocolate was creamy. I could sit there all day and watch the waves. read more

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I ordered the #5 burrito and the service was very friendly. The line moves fast and you'll order at the counter. They didn't ask if our meal would be for there or to go, though the staff were super friendly & bagged it for us when we received the order. I felt the flavor was lacking compared to other breakfast burritos I've had. It was mostly scrambled egg inside. I was also expecting pico in the burrito but it actually comes on the side. Some tables inside. It's a cute beach cafe. read more

Kono's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

If you're ever doing the Mission Beach Boardwalk to Pacific Beach when in San Diego, CA, be sure to stop at Kono's Cafe for breakfast or a latte. Kono's has indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor seating is across from the restaurant with ocean views. You can also walk to the beach from Kono's Cafe deck. We started our workout about 10am and the weather was at 78 degrees so nice this time of year. We ordered the breakfast burrito #3 with bacon, potatoes , eggs and cheese and the Big Breakfast #2 with French toast, eggs, bacon, potatoes etc. I rate the food 4.5/5 stars. Check it out when in the area! Happy Yelping :) read more

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Love!! Food is delicious and fresh. You get so much food just so perfect. The location and options in seating is perfect. Service has always been quick and friendly. Perfect for breakfast on the beach. My fav is their french toast. read more

Kono's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

This place is more like a 4.5 out of 5 stars. this place is definitely worth your time and money! We ended up getting a breakfast burrito and a breakfast plate. the burrito was really good and filling. the breakfast plate came with eggs, pancakes, bacon, muffin and some cheese potatoes. Also very good and filling. Both items were decently priced. There are three places to sit: inside the actual restaurant, outside adjacent watching people walking on the side walk, and third is kinda hidden away over looking the ocean.... honestly this was the best, how could you beat a nice breakfast burrito and ocean views? The only down side is the parking, not a lot of public parking. if i'm back in san diego, i'm 100% coming back. read more

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So when did Konos start using powdered eggs? They used to use actual eggs for scrambled, now they just add water. I'm disappointed. And to pay $15.00 for them!?! Come on, Konos!! read more

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Their food is so yummy and affordable! The waiters are quick to serve the food and I love their beach patio view! read more

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I tried to get in for three days and every day the line was out the door. Well I got lucky Tues am. No line. So after my walk I had the pleasure of eating here! Food: the food is great. The breakfast burrito was simply amazing! Made fresh and was delicious! The customer service is great! The people that work here are very nice! Quick great top notch service! I like how close it's to the beach. Great fresh air in the open air restaurant. So glad that I stopped in! Easy five star review and worth the wait if you come and there is a line. read more

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Brah, the vibes are immaculate. Slide thru kono's if you're craving tasty grindz + wanna feast with an epic view. Not only is the food actually good, it is also reasonably priced and you get to eat right next to PB. read more

Kono's Cafe - Big Breakfast 2 (French Toast) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

All HYPE. Not worth the wait at all. Food is bland. Had better at DENNYS. Most of my Potatoes were RAW. Bacon was good. And that bathroom why. Very nasty about the same time use the restroom.. Not worth the time. I should of just went to DENNYS. read more

Kono's Cafe - Raw potatoes. Not cool. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Consistency delish!!! I've had their pancakes, green chile & egg burrito, the Konito potatoes are cheesy and yummmmm. Not to mention the reasonable prices. Highly recommend. Thank you, Konitos! read more

Food solid. No WiFi. Small interior dining space. Minimal line at midday on a weekday. read more

Kono's Cafe - Menu on 5/11/26 - Note price increase - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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Kono's Cafe is a cozy restaurant right next to Pacific Beach and Crystal Pier. Their are some indoor and outdoor seatings but they are usually packed on the weekend. They keep their food menu simple with breaskfast burritos, scrambled eggs, burgers, sandwiches, and some classic breakfast plates. They also have a coffee shop on the outdoor patio so that you don't have to wait in a long line if you just want their coffee. It is a good restaurant for a good food with a outdoor beach vibe. read more

Konos is located on the super popular Pacific Beach boardwalk. When you approach, you'll be greeted with a long line of hungry beach going people. Dont worry, the line moves pretty quickly. Our line was wrapped around the entrance all the way to the exit. We were able to get to the front counter in 20min. Seems like the crowd favorite is the giant breakfast plate. I was told by a buddy to get the french toast. So I did. It did not disappoint. Everything was cooked so well. They went all in on the fresh ingredients. Eggs were made with cheese and potatoes were made with veggies. How was the french toast? Delicious! Nice fluffy and sweet! Highly recommend it. If you dont mind figuring out the parking mess, or you're already in the area, this is a great place to grab some breakfast. read more

Kono's Cafe - Big Breakfast 2 (French Toast) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

The line went very quick. Service and food was as we heard, worth it. Breakfast burrito and egg sandwich were the best. We will definitely be coming back.. thnx read more

There was a long line when we arrived so we grabbed a menu and was ready to order when we made it to the register. Find a place to sit after you order - inside, the adjacent patio or across the way along the water. They'll bring your food to you. Cheese wasn't listed as an ingredient on the menu, be sure to ask. One of our party is allergic to dairy and overheard someone else in the party say no cheese and asked about it being in her dish. Good thing. Reasonable prices and generous portions. We got our food pretty quick. Great customer service. For those that are not aware, street parking. read more

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This place is awesome, best breakfast burritos around. Can't beat the hole in the wall surf vibes slinging out great food. On the boardwalk in PB, lots of foot traffic. Line is always pretty long but moves quick. Grab a burrito, pop over to the patio overlooking the beach, and enjoy the experience read more

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Would love to give this place is 4.5. The menu is simple, the food is very good, and the place itself is awesome. It's a stand in line and order place. The tortillas they use for their burritos are homemade which was a nice surprise. If you manage to get a spot out front, the view is incredible. The only thing holding me back from this place being a knock out of the park is that they only have generic salsas and the bacon was a little bit overdone (my opinion). As far as the eggs and the tortilla, rock solid. And the line moves decently fast. Cheers! read more

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I was in San Diego for a few days and heard wonderful things about this place. It is located right on the boardwalk. We went on a Sunday, which was pretty busy, but they seemed to move through the lines pretty fast. I ordered a bacon egg and cheese burrito. My friend and I shared it as it was a huge. There were a lot of flavors to the burrito and it came with two salsas. Overall, I thought it was decent and would recommend. The ambience was hip and the staff seem happy to be working there read more

Kono's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

PHENOMENAL. The price is worth it, I don't get to say this for any brunch places in SoCal. For a breakfast burrito or three jumbo pancakes it is about $10-$12. Great for friends and families hoping to grab something to eat before or after walking along the beach. My family (parents, two siblings, and two dogs) ordered: *Breakfast Burrito #1 - cheese and slices of sausage were the highlight *Breakfast Burrito #5 - generous amounts of jalepenos that was provided the right amount of spicy kick *BLT and A sandwich - toasted well with bacon that is crunchy, bagged chips on the side *Just Pancakes (3) - fluffy pancakes without too much butter *12 oz coffee - quite nicely brewed and paired well with all our entrees to share The total amounted to about $50 Location wise - perfect. There are indoor and outdoor seating that are within walking distance of a great view. Food hits the spot when you're craving brunch-like food that feels like home. The service was kind. There is a bathroom inside that is kept clean. God bless you all. read more

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Super super solid breakfast spot right by the water. Prices are def cheap for the location. The food came out unbelievably fast. Like literally after ordering it was at my table within 5 mins. read more

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Out for a city hike with a friend and we stopped in. It's a small place with only a few stools. But... we we're greeted with a huge smile and our drinks were served quickly and were tasty. It's not a hang out place but it 100% worth stopping in. read more

Kono's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Got the breakfast number one, which is with sausage. Kinda mid for a burrito felt like it was mostly egg. Overall, it was a big giant breakfast burrito. It was basic and nothing to write about. read more

This place is an absolute gem in the area! The location of it is absolutely amazing, right in front of the beach. The cafe itself has an amazing climate and is truly such a beautiful place to eat at. You would assume that with its location it would be one of the most expensive places in the area but it's the complete opposite. The prices are very good and reasonable, way lower compared to the other places nearby, and the food you get is truly phenomenal. read more

Kono's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

After growing up in SD, I finally got to try Kono's for the first time - a PB staple. There was a line around 10 AM on a Saturday which went by pretty quickly. We ordered the Big breakfast #2 and a coffee to share - it was plenty of food and we didn't even finish it. The potatoes were a bit cheesy for me but the eggs and french toast were really good. Sitting on the beach front patio is a must! read more

Kono's Cafe - Big Breakfast 2 (French Toast) on beach front patio - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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I was so excited to try this place out since I've seen it all over social media and everyone says this is the spot to get the best breakfast burritos in SD. We came on Saturday at 9:30 AM and there was a long line, but thankfully it went by quickly. We ordered: - Egg Burrito #5: The burrito came out piping hot, which was great. We felt like the all the ingredients were incredibly underseasoned and bland. A ton of eggs, but not enough chorizo. - Big Breakfast #1: Really basic breakfast food. Not much to comment on. Parking is difficult, as with most places in PB. Service was fast and food is cheap with ginormous portions. Place has a beachy ambience, but just go eat your food outside to enjoy the view! Unfortunately, I will not be coming back. read more

Kono's Cafe - Big Breakfast #1 and Egg Burrito #5 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Basic breakfast food, but done exceptionally well. I got the big breakfast #1, so much food for the value. The potatoes are delicious.

This spot has been on my list to try since moving to san diego. A friend invited me out for brunch and suggested this place and i was excited that i was finally getting to try it. This is located by the beach. We went in november so it was a bit chilly. I was torn between getting a breakfast plate, a burger and pancakes. I ended up with a bacon cheeseburger (added a fried egg) pancake and potatoes on the side. The burger was perfectly cooked medium well for me. Very good burger. I had asked if i could just order one pancake since i didnt think i could eat 3. I am so glad i asked because one pancake was huge! The side of kono potatoes was a huge portion can definitely be shared. You order your food first and then you have the option of sitting indoors, outside of the place, or across the way facing the beach. Even though it was nipping cold, we decided to sit by the beach to get some sun rays. The staff here are very nice. They accept card and cash. I did not use the bathrooms are so i cant say if they have baby changing stations. They do not have a parking lot, so try your luck with street parking. Beachview. Pancake. Breakfast burger. Great company. Can't get any better than that! read more

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What more can be said about Kono's. It is an amazing and delicious cafe with long time friendly staff. We have been coming here for 30 years and look forward to many more. read more

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$23 1 veg scrambled 1 side bacon (3 pieces) 1 coffee 5 stars on value and location alone. Order at the counter. Tell them where you'll be. They find you. Everything else is self service. Plates and utensils are paper and plastic. Plate weight with food was around 2 lbs. Someone at the table got the side of fruit for 6 bucks. It worked. Overall food quality, my meal and fruit cup, was mostly fresh mixed with some canned. Friday at 930, line 30 people deep. ~ 15-20 minutes. Sat at the ocean deck. Would absolutely dine there again. read more

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Love this place. I have passed this place walking on the boardwalk so many times and I regret not trying it sooner !! Breakfast burrito #5 added potatoes and this is a huge burrito split this with my sister And an order of the French toast. Everything was amazing no complaints about this place at all. Staff were great big smiles on their face food came out fast and made to order. A couple of tables inside to eat and outdoor area facing the beach to eat as well. Clean inside and outside. Not sure if the coffee shop is connected with them bc we paid seperate but the California mocha was PERFECT I don't always get lucky with coffee shops here on pacific beach but this was so good. Can't wait to come back read more

Kono's Cafe - #5 add potatoes and French toast on the side - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

We came in for breakfast and dined inside. The staff was friendly and there were options to eat inside, take out, or sit in the patio. We got pancakes, French toast, potatoes, a veggie scramble and one of the breakfast combo plates. Food came out quickly, fresh, and tasted delicious. Personally, the pancakes were a bit dull for my taste, I would not order again. The kids loved them though! The French toast was better than the pancakes, in my opinion. The potatoes were awesome- Packed with flavor and lots of cheese! They also have Tabasco available for customers, which is always a must have for me. I highly recommend the veggie scramble. That was the best thing that I had for breakfast during our vacation. read more

2nd time I've visited location and I can tell ya the food has been consistent! I loved it the first time I came and definitely loved it this second time. Friendly service and once you order, the food comes out QUICK. Expect to wait about 30 min in line just to get your order in, though. Luckily, they have a separate coffee cart where you can order coffee from. Helps pass the time when in line This time around, I ordered the Egg Burrito 5 which consists of chorizo, jalapeños, avocado, green pepper, onion, cheese, and their salsa. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED if you like spicy. read more

Kono's Cafe - Egg Burrito 5 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California