I recently dined at Sunny Side Solano, and I can't say enough good things about it! The food was incredible, and the atmosphere was vibrant and welcoming. Edgardo, the owner, set the perfect tone for our visit by graciously greeting us and accommodating our group of ten. As frequent travelers with youth soccer, we've seen our fair share of restaurants, but Sunny Side Solano truly stands out. Everything was spot on--from the delicious food to the energetic vibe. Our waitress, Carlonia, was phenomenal, ensuring all our needs were met with a smile. This place is doing everything right! Highly recommend for anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience! read more

This place goes up and down in my book. First time we came the service and food was great. The last few times tho something was off: - The fresh squeezed orange juice ALWAYS comes 3/4 full (see the pic). - There are flies flying around the entrance door. Beware they landed on our plates, so maybe ask to sit away from the door. - They let big dogs on the front patio next to the entrance door. Of course with my luck, this dog starts shaking its fur and wagging its tail and ya fur flew all over the place and on my plate. Between the fly and fur fiasco, we're taking a break from this spot. -- And to the owners response below: We did find another restaurant with no flies or friendly dog hair in our food **besitos** ;) read more

Sunny Side Solana - FYI when you order the fresh squeezed OJ it comes 3/4 full. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Solana Beach, California

My friends went for a group birthday brunch and it was very good. We sat outside and it was comfortable with a heater. There were a variety of meals ordered at our table from pancakes, burrito, scrambles and burger. Everyone was happy with their food. I was excited that they still had the delicious vegan scramble bowl that I got last time I came. It was really impressive. The waitress handled the group calmly and efficiently. The only thing that was lacking was the matcha. I wanted chai but it wasn't available so I chose a matcha latte and it was not very much matcha flavor in my opinion. read more

Sunny Side Solana - This is the vegan scramble bowl with multi grain toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Solana Beach, California

We had such a wonderful experience at Sunny Side Solana. Due to the heavy traffic from Los Angeles to San Diego, we arrived very late to our reservation, but the owner, Ruddy, was incredibly understanding, kind, and accommodating. He warmly welcomed us and graciously adjusted our reservation from 8 people to 10 without making us feel uncomfortable at all. What truly stood out was not only their hospitality, but also the exceptional quality of the food and the outstanding service. Everything we ordered was absolutely amazing, fresh, and full of flavor. The food was truly unbeatable. We genuinely appreciated the care and effort the team put into making us feel welcomed despite our delayed arrival. Thank you again for such a memorable experience. We look forward to coming back for our next adventure soon! read more

Sunny Side Solana - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Solana Beach, California

Unfortunately, my experience here was not good at all. The service was extremely slow, communication was poor, and the overall attitude of the staff was disappointing. I expected much better treatment and would not recommend this place to others. Very poor customer service. I clearly asked for no protein in my meal, but they ignored my request. When I kindly pointed it out, the staff member responded with a bad attitude and was extremely unprofessional. I expected much better treatment as a customer. read more

I left feeling pretty nickel-and-dimed. The food itself was okay, probably around a 6.5/10, but the portions did not match the price. I ordered a bagel with smoked salmon, and for $19, I expected something more substantial. What came out was one bagel with some smoked salmon and maybe a small pinch of arugula on the side. Half the plate was basically empty, which made the whole thing feel pretty stingy. Ambiance is average nothing crazy but nice. The food wasn't bad, but it also wasn't good enough to justify what they're charging. Overall, it felt overpriced for what you get, and I left disappointed. read more

Had a great experience here. The food was fresh, flavorful, and came out quickly, and the location is super convenient. Christian, was very professional, attentive without being pushy and really knowledgeable about the menu. Overall, a great spot that I'd definitely come back to and recommend to friends. read more

Service was ok. Nothing remarkable. It felt a little weird when one of the cooks came out to serve our meals. He had his hairnets on (head and beard). Food was meh. It seems more like a tourist trap in my opinion. They have one bathroom, and it feels a little creepy . read more

Great place for breakfast! Good service. Good vibes. Good food. Short Rib Hash: tender, good flavor, and good portion Wifey ate the special Country Fried Steak. Big portion for her she couldn't finish it. She usually asks for the gravy on the side for this dish. She liked it. She requested the Plantation Ice tea, pineapple juice with a splash of ice tea. Not on menu. Made just like home. Free Parking- In the front and back We will come back whenever in the area. read more

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Good vibes all around! The food was seriously delicious--everything we tried was flavorful and fresh. The people here are also really friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. Definitely a spot I'd come back to. read more

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I would drive all the way from Chula Vista for a meal here again! We were in the area for an errand, found this restaurant on Yelp and it was amazing. Street parking and a parking lot behind the restaurant. Indoor and outdoor seating. Customer service was good. The banana pineapple French toast was top 3 best French toast I've ever had in my life. Banana and pineapple, never had that combo on French toast before but it was delicious. The bacon was cooked to perfection. The homemade strawberry jam that comes with the toast is DELICIOUS. I wanted to buy some to take home but $8 for the smallest jar was too steep for me. But I look forward to my next visit so I can enjoy all of these things again. I knocked off a star because the fresh squeezed OJ was not filled anywhere close to the top of the glass and was served with ice, so it forced us to drink it fast to prevent it from being watered down. The Arnold Palmer had a great flavor but contained way too much ice. I don't like how they flip their water cups upside down so the rims of the glasses are touching the tables. Yes, they clean/sanitize the tables but I've worked in many restaurants and just don't trust it. But our server was nice and grabbed us new glasses upon our request. Overall, a great dining experience and I can't wait to be back! read more

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Our server, Elsi, was so sweet and took our orders very quickly. As soon as we got there we were sat. The restaurant is super cute! The food was excellent and their jam is sooo good! They make everything themselves. They also have a lot of veggie options which is perfect! read more

Sunny Side Solana - Neapolitan omelette and hazelnut latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Solana Beach, California

After a hike at Annie's Canyon Trail nearby, my friends, and I stopped by to replenish our energy. I ordered the turkey club sandwich that came with extra crispy French fries. The sandwich was huge and delicious! One of my friends got the vegetable and cheese omelette. I had a bite and thought it was also very delicious! The mint lemonade was very minty and refreshing! We loved the food here and would highly recommend the dishes that we ordered! Our server, Julia, took excellent care of us. We were seated in the outdoor patio and she was very quick to take our orders. Our beverages and food came out faster than we thought, which was great! Friendly service, great value for the huge portions, and fresh & tasty ingredients! Definitely worth a repeat visit! read more

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Great for brunch! Food taste is very good. The Mac and Cheese, waffle, and steak is good for brunch. We received good service from Luis. I will rate this experience witj 4.5 read more

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First time I was able to stop and check out Solana Beach. Drove past Sunny Side Solana and it looked really nice. I was the sole patron for a bit, a few other couples came. Had the Carne Asada Burrito from the breakfast menu. Definitely one of the best I have ever had. The server Elsie was very nice too. Thank you! read more

Sunny Side Solana - Carne Asada Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Solana Beach, California

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We stopped here for a late breakfast before we were taking Amtrak Pacific Surfliner to LA. Alonso, our server, was attentive and carefully listened to my wife's food preference issues (she can't digest green/red peppers) carefully, and was able to transmit her issues to the kitchen. All our meals came out on a timely manner and were both tasty and plentiful. read more

This restaurant serves many classic brunch food with a huge portion and a good price. We ordered a Strawberry Dream French Toast and Turkey Club sandwich and they were good. The service is fast and attentive. There are plenty of indoor and outdoor seatings and the vibe is simple and clean. There are many free street parkings but they can get packed with other stores nearby. read more

Sunny Side Solana - Strawberry Dream French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Solana Beach, California

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The food was delicious! We ordered the breakfast burrito, breakfast bowl, sailor man, and banana Nutella pancakes (these could have used a side small bowl of Nutella for dipping). Also ordered the fresh OJ and iced lattes. Service was super friendly and efficient. Ambiance was so nice sitting outside with the beautiful wall of succulent plants. Pricing was an average of $17 per person. Definitely will return! read more

Sunny Side Solana - Eggs Benedict, scramble, omelet, breakfast burrito, banana hazelnut pancakes. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Solana Beach, California

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My family and I were visiting Del Mar over the weekend for a concert, and decided to stop for brunch on our way out of town. I am so glad that we chose to visit this restaurant because we had an amazing experience! The owner (Ed) was absolutely beyond kind and amazing to us. The table runner/ guy who made our coffee was also exceptionally kind! The food was beyond amazing, and the restaurant itself was such a cute vibe. There were even heaters on the patio which was fantastic, considering it was a rainy/ cool weekend! If I ever find myself in Del Mar again, I will definitely be going back! 10/10 recommend! read more

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Dined in for brunch on a weekday, and the restaurant wasn't too busy. We were able to find parking on the street pretty quickly, although I think they do have a lot also. Highway 101 can get pretty busy, so after parking can be quite the challenge. There address outdoor seating and indoor seating. Today was a bit on the cooler side, so we opted for indoor seating. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Cute decór on the inside and it looked clean. Served cold water in a bottle, cups already on the table. We ordered the short rib mac and cheese with fried eggs rather than poached, steak and eggs (comes with a side of roasted potatoes and peppers), and the pineapple bananas foster french toast. All 3 items were delicious and gave a good blend of sweet and savory. The portions were pretty good too. We didn't have to wait long for our food or our check either today. Definitely will return! read more

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Warning: You will want to come back for MORE! The food was delicious! Quality ingredients, fast service for being a busy brunch hour and excellent service! Highly recommended! read more

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Sunny Side Solana - Good food, great vibes, but I'm a value guy... Recently made the drive from LA down to Solana Beach on a Friday morning and rolled into town around 11:30AM -- hungry and ready for something satisfying but not heavy. My wife found Sunny Side Solana on Yelp, and we parked nearby to give it a try. Cute little spot -- light, airy, and welcoming. It was a bit chilly in the shade that day, so we opted to sit inside. The young woman who greeted us was also our server, and she was super friendly and warm right from the jump. Good start. Now, this might just be a me thing, but I was looking for something light and healthy -- not a gut-buster. I went with the bagel and lox, which came in at $18. Taste-wise? Solid. But it landed with a little side salad of mixed greens and I'll be honest -- for that price, I was hoping for something more substantial. Just give me a pile of greens, something to round it out. My wife had the salmon and eggs, which was a more generous plate for $19, and honestly a better deal. Altogether, our light lunch for two ran close to $50 -- not outrageous these days, I get it -- but it did feel a little steep for what we got. Again, everything tasted good, the ambiance was great, and the service was lovely. But I'm a value guy, and I can't help but do the math. 4.5 stars read more

Came around 12pm and it was crowded-- at least out front. A beautiful day out, very much Sunny Side Solana. Waiters and hostess were really kind. They had lovely metal water cups that kept the liquid nice and chill. The menu is so large that I had a difficult time deciding if I wanted to go sweet or savory. I got the Veggies & Cheese omelette and I wish I thought of asking what sort of veggies since my initial thought was much different than what came out. There were spinach, tomato, and mushrooms. The spinach made the omelette on the watery side and the amount of mushrooms were crazy. If you're a mushroom lover you'd enjoy this -- but it was definitely not for me. The side potatoes were a little dark and sad. They didn't have a crispy exterior and fluffy interior like last time. The bell peppers were over cooked too (not that I minded, but others would prob expect differently). It comes with toast although since I had potatoes -- I requested for no toast. My friend ordered a Cold Brew and they were stingy about it. They actually put a lot of ice in the cup which is so not needed for cold brew. Too fancy of a glass for cold brew... My friend said that the cold brew was really watered down. Also ordered The Sailor Man Egg Benedict. It comes with mushrooms, spinach, and tomatoes. Also side of house potatoes. Basically the same ingredients as me, but in a different form! Total came to be about $40. read more

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I came here after a run down the beach, I wasn't a huge fan. The service started off okay, nothing bad but they never checked in so we only got one little pitcher of water after our first , and we were there for like an hour and a half. My food was okay, I got the short ribs Benedict, the meat was a bit dry and my hollandaise had a 'sour' I wasn't used to. The potatoes were good though. Overall maybe it was just my selection because I saw some dishes that look amazing but idk if I can fully recommend. read more

Sunny Side Solana - Short ribs Benedict - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Solana Beach, California

We were driving through Solana Beach and decided to try Sunny Side. I had the chorizo bowl. It was tasty and filling. It was pretty empty when we arrived so service was good. Their sourdough bread and homemade strawberry jelly were also delicious. read more

Sunny Side Solana - Chorizo bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Solana Beach, California

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Great location in Solana Beach within walking distance of the beach. This is a great brunch place to meet with friends for a bite to eat. My only complaint is that there is no kid menu and seeing that it is in a family neighborhood, a kids menu would be a great addition. The decor is beautiful, bright and "sunny"! Service is always fast and attentive. Definitely will come again. read more

Sunny Side Solana - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Solana Beach, California

Finally made it back to what used to be Beach Grass - now Sunny Side Solana... and wow, what a wonderful transformation! My husband and I had the most delicious breakfast last Sunday. The food was incredible, and their house made jam was absolutely perfect. What really made our day was the owner's kindness. They surprised us with a complimentary bread pudding that was honestly the best way to end an already amazing meal. The service was excellent throughout. We've definitely found our new breakfast spot! Can't wait to bring the whole family back soon to celebrate many more meals here. Thank you for such a sweet experience. read more

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We came to Sunny Side Solana for breakfast and enjoyed the meal. Elsie was very attentive. The meals were delicious and well portioned. The jam is homemade and it varies week to week. Delicious! The place itself has outdoor and indoor seating. The parking is street parking. Overall, a nice place to enjoy a meal. :) read more

Sunny Side Solana - Chicken fried steak & eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Solana Beach, California

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When staying in or passing through Solana Beach, consider spending a lovely morning having breakfast at Sunny Side Solana either by yourself or with friends and family. Having both indoor/outdoor seating, I prefer to sit outside...sunny or overcast. Over a delicious breakfast and cup of joe I can casually take in the surrounding scene. It is located along Hwy 101, south of Lomas Santa Fe, east of Fletcher's Cove and the beach, and west of the Amtrak station and Cedros. Lots to choose from the menu with gluten-free alternatives . I had the solana omelette and it was seasoned perfectly. The coffee decent . The service excellent. A wonderful breakfast place not to be missed ! read more

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Amazing service chill places to have some breakfast and the range of types is goood Everything feels and taste fresh the owner is very attentive and cool even offerd on the house desserts read more

Sunny Side Solana - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Solana Beach, California

Overall really good, however, we wish the french toast had a little more whipped cream and sugar. The chorizo was a little wet, but still very good. Outdoor dining was awesome, and the place was decorated very well. read more

Sunny Side Solana - Chorizo Scramble - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Solana Beach, California

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Solid first time at the Sunny Side. Party of 8 enjoyed brunch at 11am on a beautiful Sunday. I suggest to sit outside when weather permits. Many breakfast items to choose from. I was initially going to opt for the Salmon Benedict until I realized they had a special for Crab Cake Benedict for $25. Was hesitant because of the $6 difference but still picked the crab cake. Whole thing was good but crab could use more flavor. Came with breakfast potatoes. Also enjoyed a Guava margarita which I loved. Really good flavor, had me feeling good. Service was good from our server. There is a gratuity for larger parties plus surcharge for using a card. Employee didn't disclose when paying but there are signs at the restaurant. Street parking. Would recommend setting up a reservation for larger parties especially on the weekend. read more

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Holy smokes the food was Amazing! I tried the Chilaquiles and they were delicious!! Get them! My husband tried the banana and Pineapple French toast! 4 stars and not too sweet! read more

Sunny Side Solana - Banana Pineapple French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Solana Beach, California

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The Salmon Benedict was amazing! Their fresh squeezed orange juice was refreshing and nice! read more

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I found this jewel a few months ago. I've been coming here regularly. Never disappoints! Everything is homemade and so fresh. Service is always good , friendly and very quick. Had the privilege of meeting the owner this weekend. He suggested I try their homemade jam, which is unsweetened fruit on the pancakes . This was amazing . I will never go back to syrup. If you get a chance, try this Jewel . They are open for breakfast and lunch in Solana Beach. I guarantee you will go back . Thank you to Ed , the owner. Debbie Wasa read more

Visiting home from Los Angeles for Thanksgiving break and even though I went to high school in Solana Beach, this is my first time visiting Sunny Side. It's located right on the 101 on the west side of the street and there is ample parking all around which is a nice change for me. Our server was very polite and all of our items came out very quickly. They have a lot of outdoor seating, but we chose to sit indoors for our meal. I'm giving it a four out of five because everything was good but not great. They have a fairly small menu, but it does have a lot of great options on it. For my first visit, I chose the Short Rib Benedict and thought it had some good flavors but the short ribs were lukewarm and wish they would have been a bit crispy or hotter. I get this often back up in LA and this version wasn't as good as some that I've had recently. I would say it's a great spot to eat and we didn't have to wait at all for our Saturday morning brunch so I would suggest if you are in the area and I plan to give it another try again sometime soon because my family lives close by. read more

Sunny Side Solana - entrance - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Solana Beach, California

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Came here for brunch and had a great experience! The food was delicious and they had great variety. The service started a little slow, but the waiter definitely had too many tables. He made up for it by giving a free drink at the end, though. We sat outside and it was lovely, but the inside was very cute read more

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Cute little breakfast spot in solana beach with lots of parking! I ordered the salmon lox bagel and it was DELISH! My table also ordered the banana foster french toast which was to die for. Coffee was great and always hot. Service and was quick and friendly. Love the wide variety of choices, will def come again. read more

American Breakfast Indoor and outdoor tables Dog friendly One bathroom inside Parking on the street Amex accepted Typical breakfast join Coffee, tea, pastries Open morning til 3pm Middle of Solana Beach read more

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If we can do half star ratings this place would have a 3.5. My friend chose this place because of the reviews and we thought it was a cute spot to try for brunch. There were three of us and it wasn't busy when we came in and so we were seated quickly by the entrance and there's quite a lot of seats upon entering too. When it came to the orders, we saw that they had the pistachio mocha on the weekend specials out front. My friend and I ordered one each, our server asked if I wanted any Irish cream and another cream I can't recall. I had mine with reg. milk and Irish cream, and my friend got his with oat milk. My other friend got the matcha w/ oat milk. The portion for the drink was quite small for $8, at least there was no extra charge for the Irish cream because the two flavors didn't pair that well. Plus it was a bit overly sweet. While my friend's own w/o the extra cream was really nice. I should've kept it simple. The matcha drink was def. good though. After our drink orders were dropped, we placed our dish orders. I ordered the chorizo burrito w/ avocado, my friend ordered the short rib mac and cheese w/ a side of toast, and my other friend ordered the salmon Benedict as is. Our server then asked if we wanted a fruit plate, thinking it was complimentary to our meal we said yes. He didn't mention that it would cost extra. Not only that when we got our fruit dish we were kind of dumbfounded w/ the presentation. It looked as if there was barely any effort put into plating it as well as it looked as if someone picked on it! (see picture for reference) We of course ate it because again we thought it was complimentary didn't realize he was offering us an appetizer plate. What a way to upsell customers! The fact that at the end of our meal and upon seeing the charge was def. a shock. $14 for this kind of a fruit plate is just unacceptable based off the older pics I've seen reviewed. We understand inflation is happening, but also the server didn't give us a heads up that it would be an extra charge on top of what we already ordered. If this was his way or the restaurants way of trying to upsell things on their menu, then I would suggest every customer observe their receipt upon checking out. We weren't given a copy before closing out, our server just tapped my friend's card and that's were we also saw that an extra avocado was charged and not something my friend had in her dish. We were able to get back that $4 back but it wasn't charged back into the card but given back in cash. As for the food review, my chorizo burrito was poorly wrapped that after two bites it just fell apart on the bottom. Flavor was lacking to me and the beans were a bit dry, the salsa was decent but I've had better elsewhere. I tried my other friends dishes and the short rib mac and cheese was def. good, wished it was something I ordered as well. And the salmon Benedict is just like any other salmon Benedicts I've had at other brunch restaurants. We were just upset at the fact that we didn't think we were being sold an appetizer and our server wasn't around when we were trying to ask why we were charge additional for the avocado and such. So the lack of stars is just for the service. read more

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