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What an amazing place for good food and great vibes in La Jolla Shore. Although parking can be tricky, it's well worth the effort for a great spot for fresh quality food. And it's delicious!!! Allie was our host and was able to find a great place to eat. All the tables are great with even an outside covered patio available. Jade our waitress was very friendly and nice. She was very patient and professional and listened to us in a kind way. With young ones with us, it is challenging. However, Jade ensured that we enjoyed our meal at the Shorehouse Kitchen. At brunch, my go to dish is the French toast that will tell me the quality and care from the kitchen. I was blown away at how delicious the French Toast was. The name is the "CARAMELIZED TAHITIAN VANILLA BEAN FRENCH TOAST with Fresh Blueberries or Bananas and Chantilly Cream, or a Grilled Pineapple". Jade gave away the secret ingredient to me and I was impressed. An applied Maillard reaction with brown sugar brought the French Toast a new level of yumminess. The Chantilly Cream took it over the top, not to sweet and very creamy. Yum!!! Also tried the "RASPBERRY TRUFFLE MOCHA St. George Vanilla Bean Vodka. Raspberry Liqueur, Callebaut Belgian Chocolate, Espresso, Steamed Milk, Chantilly Cream" . AMAZING!!! The Shorehouse Kitchen is a gem with fantastic food and service. Definitely a return visit call for the family!!!
This place is 10 out of 10. Was looking for a cute breakfast spot to go to breakfast too before going to the aquarium. I got the mango guava pancakes, which were out of this world. The granola on top with the guava sauce was perfect. Also got a latte which was very good.
Came here on Friday for late breakfast after a hike. We were seated right away but the parking can be a challenge. Service was very friendly and attentive. I had tofu egg white frittata and decaf cappuccino. Food was pretty decent, but not great. Coffee was very mediocre. My husband had a cheeseburger and he enjoyed it. They have lots of standard breakfast options that you can order if you want that. They have some indoor and outdoor dining. And the vibe is kind of like a beach diner but probably a little better than that. So overall a pretty decent experience.
We are always looking for a good brunch spot and Shorehouse will definitely be making it into our rotations. Honestly might have the best crispy breakfast potatoes I've had. The short rib potato cakes were also amazing. The mango and guava pancakes were great and was a nice twist to the usual flavors. I was not the biggest fan of the pork carnitas cornbread Benedict and would probably try something different next time--it was a little too bland and the texture too one dimensional. Overall, though, a very solid brunch spot in SD!
This is a cute little cafe to have brunch at. They have a variety of coffees, fresh pressed juices, and booze if you're in the mood. They have patio seating outside so you can soak in the sun, people watch, and enjoy a nice meal. I lovedddd the caramelized Tahitian vanilla French toast! It had a little crunch from the caramelization of the vanilla on the French toast. We added the strawberry, blueberry, and chantilly cream to it. Perfect blend of sweet, tangy, fluffy, with a little crunch. Definitely a good sweet treat to start the day. I got a spinach, Swiss cheese, bacon omelet. The hash browns were pretty good! Crunchy, salty, and went well with the eggs. I was hoping for more of a coffee flavor in the white mocha. They make the whipped cream from scratch. The mocha was mid. I would say this place is a lil over a 4 star place. The beach bowl is an açaí bowl on top of Greek yogurt. I thought it was a little too tangy for my taste. I think having either the yogurt or açaí bowl works better than mixing the two.
Came to shoreline kitchen during a quick san diego trip! We came on a saturday morning around 9:30 AM and there was no wait. Parking around is a bit hard to find, ultimately had to park a few blocks down. We got the maple chicken sandwich and an eggs benedict and both were really good. Service was 10/10
Food was amazing. Nice robust flavor from the béarnaise sauce on the Salmon Benedict. Waiter was very pleasant. He asked what kind of side of toast did I want with my Benedict, I responded with "oh? There's toast included? Maybe Rye?" And he said "oh no, my apologies, it doesn't come with toast". I must have had a really sad look on my face when I said "oh ok". because he said "you know what, I'll throw in a side of complimentary toast". Anyways, great little niche close to the ocean. Nice light cool breeze. Street Parking was easy to find
I came for brunch on a Thursday around 11:30 and the place was busy, but not overly packed so seating was quick. I got the Classic Benedict, with the Crispy Hash Browns, and though the hollandaise was delicious there were some problems with the texture of the English Muffin. One side (that came with an already punctured-ish egg) was really tough and hard to cut through. However, the other side was light and fluffy. Another part I wasn't a fan of was that their Canadian Bacon leaned on a thicker cut and a saltier side; but there was still a generous amount of slices. Service was great and were kind in making some modifications to the menu with the scramble. There was also not a long wait time for the food to come out. Ambience leans towards beachy with a nice outside patio and a cozy seating on the inside. Though I didn't fully enjoy the item I got, I would go again and try others of their classic brunch or lunch menu.
In the area for a wedding and stopped by this brunch place. It was phenomenal. We got the chicken sandwich and the spinach/mushroom omelette. Both flavors were amazing!! Service was also good. Recommend
It pains me to leave 3 stars but the service was SO slow. Maybe it was just this timing or being understaffed but it didn't seem busy when we arrived. The food was delicious and the service was slow. After our day date doing kayaking on Sunday morning (11am) across the street at EveryDay California, we saw Shorehouse across the street and the reviews looked good. We came in at 1pm on Sunday and quickly got a table. Thankfully we just had our party of 2. I did see the Yelp waitlist showed 17-30 min but we got right in and seated outside. We were quickly seated but I wish the rest of the experience would have been faster. Our server took our order after 10 min. FOOD- it took a while to get our food. 40 minutes after ordering and a guest that came after us got their food before us. -Monterey omelette - 8.5/10- my husband thought it was good with the chiles and made with quality bacon. -Egg white Mediterranean omelette- 8/10 - I liked that they offered healthy options. The omelette wasn't soaked in oil which was appreciated! -Caramelized Tahitian French toast 10/10 - I had a bite and this was delicious. We did have to ask for syrup though. Overall, this is a tasty place but maybe avoid sitting out front or going on a busy day.
Enjoyed a few hours at the beach. Asked a local where to get food was directed to the strip of restaurants. Fee options but when we stopped at Shorehouse Kitchen we knew we'd be happy with the choice as the person who greeted us was friendly and said "take your time". The roasted red pepper bisque had grilled cheese toast that was tasty and filling. The cucumber avocado sandwich with the seasoned fries complimented the soup perfectly. They also serve breakfast foods as well. Plenty of seating indoor, covered patio and on the street dining. Any seat is the right seat
Popular breakfast place with a comprehensive menu. There can be a wait, as the staff seems a bit overstretched. Unfortunately, the table we were seated at had a sticky surface that did not feel properly sanitized. The owner should consider replacing this type of furniture, as a clean and comfortable dining environment would make the experience much more pleasant for everyone.
Cute spot at one end of the La Jolla shores downtown strip with lots of outdoor, dog-friendly seating. They even have a full doggie menu! We arrived at 1 on a Sunday and I added us got the yelp waitlist while walking up. However upon arrival a minute later there were multiple tables available and they were able to seat us right away. Yelp said there was a 10-min wait with a few parties in front of us, so would not rely on yelp waitlist in the future.. Menu looked great, with classics as well as special items. Something for everyone between the breakfast and lunch menus, as well as a pretty extensive cafe and alcoholic menu. I was eyeing the Kyoto coffee, juices, and samovar teas, but landed on the St. George Ibarra Mocha instead since my MIL went for a spritz and we're on holiday! It wasn't too sweet but definitely a nice treat and best as a dessert after our savory lunches. Her limoncello spritz was also super yummy and both were booooozy. Carnitas poblano cornbread benedict - I don't typically get Benedicts but this sounded intriguing and so glad we got it. Perfectly poached eggs and flavorful carnitas on this great cornbread - no hollandaise needed (kept on side). The hashbrowns were crispy as promised. Quinoa pear pomegranate salad was a great combo of flavors and textures! Filling even without adding more protein (though recommend adding perhaps salmon). Tarragon chicken salad was ok - surprisingly underseasoned, not very flavorful, and the chicken was chopped smaller than I prefer. I'd skip. It was a very light dish, if that's what you're feeling! Great friendly service which we appreciated. The pastries inside looked really good too. I'd love to try a bite of those, their mango guava pancakes, and poblano white chicken chili in the future.
1 month ago
I'm giving this place five stars because, usually, it's a great experience. This time, though, there were a few things that were a little off. First, while we were waiting for our table, we were told that the coffee near the check-in area was complimentary while we waited. When we were seated, we brought our coffee cups with us, only to find out later that we had been charged $5 each for our coffees. We didn't say anything, but it definitely didn't leave the best taste in our mouths. So double check your bill if you pick up a free coffee while waiting for your table. One of my favorite meals here is the risotto Benedict. It was still good, but unfortunately, it didn't taste quite as good as it normally does. After we left, my stomach was very upset, and I ended up having to make an emergency stop at the La Jolla Shores bathrooms before heading home. Our waiter was also a little slow. It took quite a while for our water to give us water after a long walk on the beach and then our bill took forever as well. On top of that, the waiter commented "Impressive" because I had finished my entire plate. I had been fasting for 24 hours, but regardless, I don't think commenting on how much a customer eats is really appropriate. It was just a little strange. Anyway, just a heads-up. I'm sure I'll come back, and hopefully everything will be back to normal and great as usual! read more
1 month ago
Shorehouse Kitchen is a popular coastal-casual brunch spot in San Diego known for its scratch-made American comfort food and dog-friendly patio. Conveniently located a few blocks away from La Jolla shores. It's the ideal spot to grab some breakfast or lunch and head to the beach! Bobby (our server) was great. Greeted us with a smile. Made some great recommendations. And checked in on us periodically to make sure we had everything we needed. The vibe was definitely busy and upbeat with a relaxed beach-style atmosphere! The covered outdoor patio was the perfect spot for me and my friends to bask in the San Diego sunshine and enjoy some good food! I ordered the Angus Short Rib Hash Brown Potato Cakes with Braised Beef 7/10. Unfortunately, I wasn't wowed by this dish. It definitely lacked a bit of flavor. My wife ordered the Caramelized Tahitian Vanilla Bean French Toast 10/10! Now this is a dish worth trying! The Tahitian Vanilla Bean- chefs kiss! But the real highlight for me was the Lilikoi Mai Tai 11/10! This tropical cocktail featured a classic rum base topped with a distinct, tart-sweet honey-liliko'i (passion fruit) foam. It was an absolute gem of a drink! I didn't think anyone could replicate the famous Monkeypod recipe! Shorehouse just did!!! read more
3 months ago
What an amazing place for good food and great vibes in La Jolla Shore. Although parking can be tricky, it's well worth the effort for a great spot for fresh quality food. And it's delicious!!! Allie was our host and was able to find a great place to eat. All the tables are great with even an outside covered patio available. Jade our waitress was very friendly and nice. She was very patient and professional and listened to us in a kind way. With young ones with us, it is challenging. However, Jade ensured that we enjoyed our meal at the Shorehouse Kitchen. At brunch, my go to dish is the French toast that will tell me the quality and care from the kitchen. I was blown away at how delicious the French Toast was. The name is the "CARAMELIZED TAHITIAN VANILLA BEAN FRENCH TOAST with Fresh Blueberries or Bananas and Chantilly Cream, or a Grilled Pineapple". Jade gave away the secret ingredient to me and I was impressed. An applied Maillard reaction with brown sugar brought the French Toast a new level of yumminess. The Chantilly Cream took it over the top, not to sweet and very creamy. Yum!!! Also tried the "RASPBERRY TRUFFLE MOCHA St. George Vanilla Bean Vodka. Raspberry Liqueur, Callebaut Belgian Chocolate, Espresso, Steamed Milk, Chantilly Cream" . AMAZING!!! The Shorehouse Kitchen is a gem with fantastic food and service. Definitely a return visit call for the family!!! read more
19 days ago
This place is 10 out of 10. Was looking for a cute breakfast spot to go to breakfast too before going to the aquarium. I got the mango guava pancakes, which were out of this world. The granola on top with the guava sauce was perfect. Also got a latte which was very good. read more
Came here on Friday for late breakfast after a hike. We were seated right away but the parking can be a challenge. Service was very friendly and attentive. I had tofu egg white frittata and decaf cappuccino. Food was pretty decent, but not great. Coffee was very mediocre. My husband had a cheeseburger and he enjoyed it. They have lots of standard breakfast options that you can order if you want that. They have some indoor and outdoor dining. And the vibe is kind of like a beach diner but probably a little better than that. So overall a pretty decent experience. read more
We are always looking for a good brunch spot and Shorehouse will definitely be making it into our rotations. Honestly might have the best crispy breakfast potatoes I've had. The short rib potato cakes were also amazing. The mango and guava pancakes were great and was a nice twist to the usual flavors. I was not the biggest fan of the pork carnitas cornbread Benedict and would probably try something different next time--it was a little too bland and the texture too one dimensional. Overall, though, a very solid brunch spot in SD! read more
3 months ago
This is a cute little cafe to have brunch at. They have a variety of coffees, fresh pressed juices, and booze if you're in the mood. They have patio seating outside so you can soak in the sun, people watch, and enjoy a nice meal. I lovedddd the caramelized Tahitian vanilla French toast! It had a little crunch from the caramelization of the vanilla on the French toast. We added the strawberry, blueberry, and chantilly cream to it. Perfect blend of sweet, tangy, fluffy, with a little crunch. Definitely a good sweet treat to start the day. I got a spinach, Swiss cheese, bacon omelet. The hash browns were pretty good! Crunchy, salty, and went well with the eggs. I was hoping for more of a coffee flavor in the white mocha. They make the whipped cream from scratch. The mocha was mid. I would say this place is a lil over a 4 star place. The beach bowl is an açaí bowl on top of Greek yogurt. I thought it was a little too tangy for my taste. I think having either the yogurt or açaí bowl works better than mixing the two. read more
6 days ago
5 months ago
Came to shoreline kitchen during a quick san diego trip! We came on a saturday morning around 9:30 AM and there was no wait. Parking around is a bit hard to find, ultimately had to park a few blocks down. We got the maple chicken sandwich and an eggs benedict and both were really good. Service was 10/10 read more
Food was amazing. Nice robust flavor from the béarnaise sauce on the Salmon Benedict. Waiter was very pleasant. He asked what kind of side of toast did I want with my Benedict, I responded with "oh? There's toast included? Maybe Rye?" And he said "oh no, my apologies, it doesn't come with toast". I must have had a really sad look on my face when I said "oh ok". because he said "you know what, I'll throw in a side of complimentary toast". Anyways, great little niche close to the ocean. Nice light cool breeze. Street Parking was easy to find read more
I came for brunch on a Thursday around 11:30 and the place was busy, but not overly packed so seating was quick. I got the Classic Benedict, with the Crispy Hash Browns, and though the hollandaise was delicious there were some problems with the texture of the English Muffin. One side (that came with an already punctured-ish egg) was really tough and hard to cut through. However, the other side was light and fluffy. Another part I wasn't a fan of was that their Canadian Bacon leaned on a thicker cut and a saltier side; but there was still a generous amount of slices. Service was great and were kind in making some modifications to the menu with the scramble. There was also not a long wait time for the food to come out. Ambience leans towards beachy with a nice outside patio and a cozy seating on the inside. Though I didn't fully enjoy the item I got, I would go again and try others of their classic brunch or lunch menu. read more
27 days ago
7 months ago
It pains me to leave 3 stars but the service was SO slow. Maybe it was just this timing or being understaffed but it didn't seem busy when we arrived. The food was delicious and the service was slow. After our day date doing kayaking on Sunday morning (11am) across the street at EveryDay California, we saw Shorehouse across the street and the reviews looked good. We came in at 1pm on Sunday and quickly got a table. Thankfully we just had our party of 2. I did see the Yelp waitlist showed 17-30 min but we got right in and seated outside. We were quickly seated but I wish the rest of the experience would have been faster. Our server took our order after 10 min. FOOD- it took a while to get our food. 40 minutes after ordering and a guest that came after us got their food before us. -Monterey omelette - 8.5/10- my husband thought it was good with the chiles and made with quality bacon. -Egg white Mediterranean omelette- 8/10 - I liked that they offered healthy options. The omelette wasn't soaked in oil which was appreciated! -Caramelized Tahitian French toast 10/10 - I had a bite and this was delicious. We did have to ask for syrup though. Overall, this is a tasty place but maybe avoid sitting out front or going on a busy day. read more
6 months ago
Enjoyed a few hours at the beach. Asked a local where to get food was directed to the strip of restaurants. Fee options but when we stopped at Shorehouse Kitchen we knew we'd be happy with the choice as the person who greeted us was friendly and said "take your time". The roasted red pepper bisque had grilled cheese toast that was tasty and filling. The cucumber avocado sandwich with the seasoned fries complimented the soup perfectly. They also serve breakfast foods as well. Plenty of seating indoor, covered patio and on the street dining. Any seat is the right seat read more
1 month ago
Popular breakfast place with a comprehensive menu. There can be a wait, as the staff seems a bit overstretched. Unfortunately, the table we were seated at had a sticky surface that did not feel properly sanitized. The owner should consider replacing this type of furniture, as a clean and comfortable dining environment would make the experience much more pleasant for everyone. read more
15 days ago
Cute spot at one end of the La Jolla shores downtown strip with lots of outdoor, dog-friendly seating. They even have a full doggie menu! We arrived at 1 on a Sunday and I added us got the yelp waitlist while walking up. However upon arrival a minute later there were multiple tables available and they were able to seat us right away. Yelp said there was a 10-min wait with a few parties in front of us, so would not rely on yelp waitlist in the future.. Menu looked great, with classics as well as special items. Something for everyone between the breakfast and lunch menus, as well as a pretty extensive cafe and alcoholic menu. I was eyeing the Kyoto coffee, juices, and samovar teas, but landed on the St. George Ibarra Mocha instead since my MIL went for a spritz and we're on holiday! It wasn't too sweet but definitely a nice treat and best as a dessert after our savory lunches. Her limoncello spritz was also super yummy and both were booooozy. Carnitas poblano cornbread benedict - I don't typically get Benedicts but this sounded intriguing and so glad we got it. Perfectly poached eggs and flavorful carnitas on this great cornbread - no hollandaise needed (kept on side). The hashbrowns were crispy as promised. Quinoa pear pomegranate salad was a great combo of flavors and textures! Filling even without adding more protein (though recommend adding perhaps salmon). Tarragon chicken salad was ok - surprisingly underseasoned, not very flavorful, and the chicken was chopped smaller than I prefer. I'd skip. It was a very light dish, if that's what you're feeling! Great friendly service which we appreciated. The pastries inside looked really good too. I'd love to try a bite of those, their mango guava pancakes, and poblano white chicken chili in the future. read more
3 months ago
I grew up in La Jolla, so I have been coming to this street for decades to dine and can honestly say Shorehouse Kitchen is one of my favorites, in terms of breakfast. We stopped in this morning for brunch and had a wonderful meal. We were a party of four and arrived around 9:30 and did not have to wait at all for a table. Inside is quite large they have outdoor and indoor seating available and many different table size options. Our server was polite and everything that we ordered came out very fast. Parking this area is pretty easy, we were able to find a free street spot very close to the front door. I started off my breakfast with a Salted Caramel Latte and honestly loved it. Salted caramel is one of my favorite flavors so I was expecting to like it and was happy to see it was as good as I hoped. With that theme going I decided to get the Salted Caramel Waffle and also really liked it. It was a thin waffle, not one of the fluffy Belgian types, but more so the type at a Waffle House. My waiter advised me that it wasn't very much in terms of size so I ordered a side of scrambled eggs and cheese and thought it was a nice addition and felt it was a good size for one person. I would highly recommend this place to anyone and I plan to be back again in the near future. read more
While Le jolle is not necessarily the place to go for food, this is the exception. We ended up getting a bloody marry and veggie benidict and both were great. In fact the bloody marry inspired us to start making them at home so we got the stuff for it right after. The benidict had a nice mix that even included a pistatio spread which worked well. The hash was probably the best hash I have had. A perfect ballance of crispy edges and tender insides. It all might be a bit pricy for breakfast but worth it. The atmosphere was nice but nothing crazy either. There was a decent amount of natural lighting and seating next to it which was nice. One of the small touches that I liked was the addition of a dog menu that they post on their front stand. The staff was friendly and had plenty of good recommendations. We lucked out on parking but It seems like normally pretty rough to find a spot. Overall a great place to grab breakfast. read more
2 months ago
The food was delicious. The bacon and hashbrowns were crispy, the eggs weren't watery like some places can be. They had freshly squeezed orange juice. Service was fast and our waitress Jade was kind. We also got to sit outside and it was a beautiful day but their patio is also covered so you're not always exposed to the sun if you didn't want to be. I would absolutely drive an hour and a half back for breakfast read more
1 year ago
This place has a long wait on Sunday but I'd say it was worth it! I'm glad that they used the yelp wait list since it made it a lot easier to know when the table was ready for us. We got the following: Monterrey omelette - the plate was a lot smaller than the frittata but the omelette tasted great and also came with a side of toast and hash browns Tofu frittata - this came with a side of hash browns and I got the homemade biscuit. The frittata was super yummy and the hash browns were perfectly crispy and seasoned. The biscuit was light, fluffy and buttery! Really enjoyed this! There is plenty of outdoor and indoor seating! It's located at the corner of a street that isn't too busy so ambiance is really nice! My only issue was that service was a bit slow and we had to ask for waters multiple times - and then our water wasn't refilled for a while read more
28 days ago
We waited about an hour and a half, even after putting our name on the Yelp waitlist, but honestly, it ended up being worth it. The brunch was really good, and the service was great too. I would have given it 5 stars, but the upcharge to swap vodka for tequila in my Bloody Mary was kind of funny--and a little unnecessary. Still, I'd come back. read more
7 months ago
I've been here three times, each times breakfast was delicious! It seems like there's always going to be a long wait, the longest we've ever been is about 15 or 20 minutes. Staff are always very friendly and attentive, even when they're busy. They have great French toast, yummy avocado toast, and then the good basics like scrambled eggs and bacon. read more
6 months ago
You can never go wrong with having brunch in La Jolla. The atmosphere is nice and it's a small quaint corner restaurant. You can find parking on the street. I found 90 minute parking on a Thursday morning across the street. Bobby was our waiter and he did a great job accommodating us. My sister and I ordered the coffee dream. It's like an espresso martini. It was really good. Sweet coffee is always fun. We were seated outside. It was a beautiful day. My sister had mushroom omelet and I had the chicken pistachio pesto burrata sandwich. My meal was ok. It came with thin fries which was good enough. The bread was kind of stiff and the taste was bland. It was a decent sandwich but I probably should've just ordered breakfast. I might try the Carlsbad location next time. read more
They have a yelp waitlist which is perfect for planning your wait. We came on a Saturday morning and got seated immediately since we were at the top of the list. I ordered the salmon avocado bagel which comes deconstructed and it was great! The bagel was warm and perfectly toasted and portions were perfect for me. It was really nice to sit out on the patio - perfect weather and there are umbrellas that provide shade outside. Service was nice but a bit slow - they seemed like they might be understaffed and it was pretty busy at the restaurant. read more
1 year ago
Came in hungry and left very satisfied and happy. The food was well made. We ordered a guava bliss 1800, salted caramel latte, crispy parmesan risotto & honey cured bacon, angus short rib & hash brown potato cakes with avocado, and the mango pancake with house made granola & guava syrup. I know it sounds a lot but it was all so good! 5/5. The flavors of everything were unique and new to us because of the combinations like mango and guava. As for the service, our server Chad was attentive and would check in on us. We felt welcomed and taken care of. The ambiance was definitely beach shorehouse vibes (it's in the name)! I noticed a lot of tables available and booths and the beach photos on the walls. The location is really nice too since it's walking distance to the beach so it was nice to walk off all the food we ate after. read more
Spent the morning looking for leopard sharks in La Jolla. Starving for food. We choose this place due to high ratings in Yelp. I ordered the Salmon salad which had nuts, oranges, and Burrata cheese with a light dressing. It felt healthy, satisfying, and tasted great. read more
7 months ago
Our drinks were fine...after several tries. Two of our three drinks were messed up. Our daughter's smoothie had bits of plastic in it. Fortunately, she's old enough she didn't choke. My wife's chai came in the wrong size with regular milk, despite ordering almond milk...good thing she wasn't allergic. Then, the replacement drink was the wrong size and missing the espresso shot. Moral of the story, go when they're To Go counter is slow...seems that they can't handle the perceived pressure of a rush. Frankly, seems that they are in need of systems. Drinks were dropped off on the counter without a receipt or announcement, which led to other customers wondering which order was whose, and drinks were left getting cold. The ambiance was a perfect fit for La Jolla, tasteful beach vibes. read more
I don't consider myself a brunch guy, so Shorehouse more than exceeded my expectations with my last visit. Arrived with a friend on a Tuesday morning and were seated promptly. Service was polite and to the point. My drink, a spiced pear mule, was on the stiffer side. Angus Short Rib and Hash Brown Potato Cakes: my idea of the perfect brunch dish. The hash browns somehow stayed crispy underneath a pile of perfectly seasoned, juicy short rib and two sunny side up eggs. Side of toast to cut the fattiness and I was golden. Pork Carnitas Benedict: my friend's meal. The spicy, flavorful pork was nicely balanced with the rich texture of the egg and hollandaise. They also achieved a perfectly crunchy potato hash without burning any, which is typically unheard of. Nothing more to add. They keep it simple and delicious and so will I - until next time! read more
2 months ago
Relatively new to the La Jolla food scene, this place centrally located a few blocks from La Jolla Shores is a nice spot to stop for breakfast or lunch (only served after 11 am). It gets busy!! So arrive early with lots of patience because it's worth it. They have a reservation system that text when your table is ready, which is very nice! Sat inside this visit, but keep in mind the restaurant is very open air, so it feel like you are outside a bit! Service was fantastic, very responsive and answered questions about the menu and substitutions (which they were really generous about). PRO TIP: it's not on the menu, but the have gluten free bread and can do gluten free French toast! Definitely recommend to combine with a beach stroll at La Jolla or the nearby area. It's a really San Diego kinda place! Fantastic. read more
On a driving tour of the area, we stopped for a quick lunch. My hubby had The Best House Salad-w apples, walnuts. Gorgonzola, and fresh greens. He added grilled chicken. I had the LJ Burger-w caramelized onions, goat cheese, cranberry, & arugula. My burger came with shoestring fries.-crispy & salty. We both enjoyed our lunch & are happy that we found this spot. read more
1 month ago
Wait time was about an hour on a Saturday around 1pm, and it wasn't until we waited the entire hour on Yelp when the host told us we were supposed to check in with the desk to make sure we were on the real waitlist. So pro tip-- check in with the host to not have to wait an hour... When we got sat, it took a bit of time for us to have our orders taken, I'm not sure if it was because we were in the middle of a table being cleared etc. but it was a little frustrating after having waited so long just to be sat. The food was decent when it arrived, but nothing special, I was so hungry by the time the food arrived that anything would've tasted good. However the ambiance is definitely very nice, the patio is a great place to enjoy the sun, and the restaurant seemed especially busy even though it was 2pm. read more
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2236 Avenida De La Playa
La Jolla, CA 92037
La Jolla, La Jolla Shores
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Do they serve breakfast burritos? Because I can't see it in the menu...
Yes they do. Just not on the menu
Do they have bottomless mimosa?
No they do not. I do recommend their pineapple mimosa.
Is there on site Parking?
No. Street parking only, which can be frustrating in the summer. There's a free public parking lot at La Jolla Shores beach that's ~10 minute walk. Also, the #30 MTS bus stops one block from the restaurant. Parking tip: arrive for breakfast…
Is there a kids menu?
I have not seen a kids menu at Shorehouse. You may want to call them directly at 858.459.3300.
Do they have much indoor seating? Wondering how it would be with rain
Decent amount. Open air but still covered.
How can i make a reservation for 6 people?
Are you able to call? Check the website.
Do they offer bottomless mimosas?
Not that I seen when I had my mimosa, but who knows, they may accommodate that or work that into their menu. :)
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