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    Olive Cafe

    4.3 (937 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    OLIVE CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Outdoor seating - pistachio vanilla matcha
    Sarah B.

    My favorite breakfast spot in mission! The lox bagel and breakfast burrito are phenomenal. Everytime I visit San Diego I'm here every morning. Love the pistachio vanilla matcha too. The service here is great, quick and friendly! Indoor and outdoor seating always a spot and the vibe is so cute.

    Croissant
    Liz G.

    Grabbed a croissant and a caramel latte. Both were good. Service was friendly and helpful. Ambiance was pretty chill and walking distance to the ocean. Definitely will be back.

    Abby S.

    This was definitely one of the most disappointing restaurant reviews I have left in a long time. There was so much hype about this restaurant and the outdoor seating was filled when we got here, so we expected a really great meal. Unfortunately, neither the food nor the service was very memorable. We went with scrambles and while it was fine, the hashbrowns were way too greasy. The bread that was served with it was SO HARD that you couldn't even bite into it. I actually could not break it with tapping it on the table AND they advertise that they have a bakery portion across the street. Hopefully the bread wasn't their's because it was awful. There's just so many better places in the neighborhood, so I'd hold on visiting again.

    Cousin's Favorite Scramble
    Christine B.

    This spot is known for a quick casual breakfast, but our experience this morning was not the most pleasant. The servers were very kind, however the food was disappointing. We waited quite a bit for our food, & when it came out I was in disbelief with the wrap. * Turkey Wrap - 3/10 (THERE WAS NO TURKEY. it was ONLY filled with lettuce, a few pieces of tomato, & one piece of turkey. i thought it was a joke as i can make this at home but even better. do not get the turkey wrap here or else you will just be eating lettuce. the tomato soup also tasted like canned tomato soup with a few pieces of croutons. i was absolutely disappointed with my meal) * Cousin's Favorite Scramble - 7.5/10 (it was an average scramble. the ingredients were fresh. the hash-browns were seasoned well, but we wish they were more crispy. the portion on this one was good)

    Chorizo burrito
    A A.

    Amazing chorizo burrito, service took 5-8 mins. Not too busy great food and it was nice inside

    Popeyes scramble
    Angie B.

    First time here and this place will for sure be moving to the top of my brunch list. Not because it's some fancy, "want to be Instagrammed" spot but rather because it's exactly not that. It's humble, with local vibes, delicious food and super friendly staff. Everyone loved what they ordered. The hash browns were something special for me though. You can just really taste the quality ingredients. Seating is somewhat limited, especially for parties bigger than 4. But you can get to go and eat on the beach. Parking is going to be the major issue for many as this is right on the strand between PB and Mission Beach but I'd encourage people to park at the ends somewhere in either and enjoy a lovely walk on the boardwalk to and from the restaurant. Definitely can't wait to come back.

    Popeye Scramble
    John E.

    Was craving an omelette after a swim, found on Yelp and mobile ordered from their website. Parking at this location can be tricky but there is public parking for Mission Bay 2 blocks past it. Staff were friendly and bagging my order when it arrived, I added a black cold brew which they get from a local coffee toaster, it was good. I ordered the Popeye Scramble and Yogurt and Fruit bowl which I ate later, it was delicious. The scramble is not quite an omelette and it works. I tend to like my eggs fully cooked (not runny), this was closer to Medium-Well/Well Done. Didn't see ingredients but a traditional greek omelette (spinach, tomato, feta, olives optional) would have been a home-run. I don't eat hash browns these days but I did sample these, a mix of crispy on top and cooked/soft in the middle, nice taste. The sour dough toast was a hockey puck, I suspect it was stale before it went in the toaster (no points deducted). Very cute cafe with outdoor seating between PB and MB - highly recommend.

    Marissa G.

    Find parking for a Sunday morning can be a little challenging but worth it! You order first then you find a table and they bring the orders out by name. We were luck enough to get a table in by the glass outside. We had the machaca burrito and the cinnamon French toast. The burrito was super filling. The French toast also good but not too sweet.

    Corned Beef Reuben
    Dan M.

    This was a cozy spot that had outdoor seating. The menu had a number of different options ranging from sandwiches to traditional breakfast items to baked goods. The ordering was done at the counter, and the food was delivered when ready. I had the corned beef Reuben ($15.25) which was a special on the day I attended. It was a traditional Reuben with their homemade 1000 island dressing and artisan sourdough bread. I also opted for the macaroni salad as the side given. That was alright. It was a little plain for me. The Reuben on the other hand was very tasty. It was grilled perfectly and there was plenty of filling. The corned beef was tender, and the homemade dressing was great. It was just the right amount as well. Will I go back? Yes.

    Cinnamon Roll French Toast
    Travis S.

    We were brought here by locals and now I understand why! This place is great. We came here for brunch and loved it. You wait in line to order and find available seating. They have outdoor and indoor seating, but overall it's not a huge place. People usually are coming and going fairly quickly though. We tried the Cinnamon Roll French Toast and the Breakfast Quesadilla. Both were so delicious! Would get them again no doubt! They also have a great coffee menu, too. Really enjoyed the vibe here! It's only 1 block off of Mission Beach which is perfect for a post-brunch walk or beach day. Definitely add Olive Cafe to your list!

    Stella Z.

    Great place for a quick breakfast and it's like a 2 min walk from the beach. Despite them being super busy on the weekend their service is super fast. My goto is their chicken pesto panini with their tomato soup and I finish it every time. They also have plenty of breakfast items that are super tasty.

    Merchandise
    Bridget B.

    Finally made my way to Olive Cafe to try the viral banana bread latte and it was absolutely worth the hype. I came in on a Sunday around 11 and there was no line. The staff were so sweet and i loved the aesthetic of the cafe - super authentic, colorful, and cute. The banana bread latte was insanely delicious and so banana forward. The espresso paired nicely with the flavor. Definitely going to be coming back for this latte and the other food/pastries!

    Basic Breakfast with Hashbrowns
    Cara H.

    Finally stopped here on our morning walk the other day, we usually visit the bakery across the street. The place was packed, every table filled. Finally got a small table in the middle of the buildings and then got in line to order. When they say basic breakfast, they mean basic! The amount of food and taste were the equivalent of the 99 cent breakfast you get in the IKEA cafe but for $8.99. We will definitely try something different next time, not overwhelmed.

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    i wanted to support this place but the coffee is just so bad. it's so watery and the syrups are too artificial tasting

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    Ask the Community - Olive Cafe

    At you Dog friendly?

    I believe so, they have a deck that I believe is dog friendly 🤨🤔🤔🤨

    Is there a parking lot? If not, is there one nearby? We are in a medium size RV. Thanks!

    There is a public parking lot at the end of Santa Clara

    Are you offering sit down dining (in or out)?

    You can sit there

    Is it easy to eat vegan here with small modifications to the vegetarian items?

    Definitely!

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    do not be deterred by the line, I came in on a Saturday morning at about 10 AM to a line out the…read moredoor but as soon as I sat down to wait after I ordered my food and drink was basically ready It was a solid operation of people working in tandem to get orders out as quickly as possible. The food was really good, better than I would've thought, had some egg bites and a breakfast burrito, a smoothie and an iced Americano basically everything I needed to survive, well worth it.

    To echo what others have said, parking is probably the biggest downside. The shop is located along…read morethe sidewalk in front of residential complexes, so there's no dedicated parking lot. Street parking is your best bet, though it may take a little patience. That said, once you walk in, the experience gets much better. I was immediately greeted with a smile, and the women working behind the counter were incredibly friendly and welcoming. The space is bright, clean, and has plenty of tables, making it a nice spot to study, work, or catch up with a friend. There was a small mix-up with my order- they made my drink hot instead of iced, but they fixed it right away with no issues. I ordered the lavender tea latte and was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it. The lavender flavor was noticeable without being overpowering, and the drink itself was light and smooth. Overall, aside from the minor order mix-up, I had a pretty positive experience. Great customer service, a cozy atmosphere, and a delicious drink.

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