Wonderful experience. We were greeted so warmly by the owner. He advised it would be about 10 minutes. We had a fur friend with us. They were busy on this beautiful Sunday morning, but we were seated shortly after. The host was warm & conversational as he seated us. The waitress Elsie explained the specials & was very friendly & attentive. She took our drink order & later returned for our order. The food arrived quickly & was just as we ordered. Sourdough toast with tomato & bacon. The avocado was fresh & just the right amount. My scrambled eggs were cooked the way I like them. Everything was fresh & seasoned well. The brewed ice tea hit the spot on this warm sunny day! I am a pet sitter in the area, so I walk by this place almost daily with the dog. It is decorated in a happy inviting vibe, very cute. I love a good breakfast spot, so if you do too check out Sunny Side Solana. Welcoming, wonderful service, clean, and great tasting food (fur friends welcome on patio outside.) read more

First time at this cute little breakfast spot. Met a friend for brunch based on good review and delicious looking photos. I ordered a traditional eggs benedict and Bloody Mary. My friend got a "My Way or HWY 101 and Moscow mule. Everything was fantastic. I don't think I'm exaggerating when I say the eggs benedict was heavenly. The eggs were poached PERFECTLY and the hollandaise was the most delicate I've ever tasted. To top it off the English muffin was toasted just right. I know this sounds ridiculously effusive but I honestly didn't know eggs benedict could be so next level. The side of potatoes were also delicious. Our server (I wish I could remember her name) was very attentive and sweet. I would definitely go back! read more

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Sunny Side Solana is officially THE breakfast/brunch spot! If you are looking for great food and service! Hubby went for the chilaquiles, and I had the eggs Benedict with short rib...and let me tell you, that short rib had NO business being that good at a brunch spot! Seriously, better than some I've had at fancy, formal restaurants. And because I'm a pancake girl through and through, of course I had to try the pancakes too. No matter where I go, if pancakes are on the menu, I'm trying them! These did not disappoint, fluffy, delicious, and definitely up there on my pancake scale. Yummy! But what really topped it off was the attention from the staff and the owner--TOP NOTCH! Friendly, attentive, and they really made us feel welcomed. Great food, great people, great little find! Sunny Side Solana has officially made the list for our annual Del Mar trip. See you next year! read more

This is my go to spot for brunch in Solana Beach! The food is delicious and the service is always friendly. They have a patio area so you can sit outside and enjoy the beautiful San Diego beach weather. My Benedict was cooked perfect. My friend ordered the omelette and she said it was delicious, especially the goat cheese in it. Mimosas were presented so beautifully with the little flowers on top. Great spot to come with the ladies. read more

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One word.... Delicious! Cute little breakfast in Solana beach! The food was so so good, and so was the service. The food came out very fast (which was SO awesome) because my friends and I had just done a hike so we were starving. Charlie was our waiter, and he was great! Very nice and was accommodating to all our requests. Thank you Sunny Side, for making our visit memorable:) will definitely be back! read more

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Cute little diner very close to the ocean in Solana Beach. We went at 10:30 on a Sunday and if you didn't have a reservation, you could not sit outside. But they were able to get us sat immediately, which was nice. Booth are nice and large and it's got a very clean decor. Our server was very nice and came over to take our orders in an acceptable amount of time. My husband ordered the turkey club, I ordered the chicken with goat cheese, my daughter ordered the make your own pancakes, and my son had the Belgian waffle It took a little bit for our meal to come out, but it was a busy day Hubbies lunch was good. Massive pieces of bread though like you could barely get your mouth around it. They're at least an inch thick. Bacon was very, very tasty. Belgian waffle was fine. I thought it was a little bit dry. Came with a homemade whipped cream that was almost like a melted ice cream. It wasn't a light and fluffy whipped cream. But he liked the taste and gobbled it all down. $15 My daughter got them make your own pancakes. She put chocolate chip chips, bananas, and whipped cream. They put her whipped cream on top and it was OK. They just sprinkled chocolate chips around instead of putting them in the pancake which she didn't really like. Again thought the batter was dry. $16. I got the chicken sandwich on ciabatta with a goat cheese spread. The chicken was very, very thin like they cut one breast into three. It was still juicy and nicely marinated. My problem was the spread. First of all, there was almost none of it on there and an entire head of lettuce. I ordered a side of it because I couldn't barely find it on the Bread. But then I took a bite and it tasted funny. So I bet again and I was sure it was olives. I waved down the server to ask if there were olives in the goat cheese. He had to go confirm, but yes, there were. The entire thing was studded with chopped up black olives. Maybe not black maybe purple. Either way they were terrible and it didn't mention that anymore on the menu. I hate olives. There was zero flavor of goat cheese in that. So I asked if I could just have some plain bread and I would transfer my chicken over. He ended up taking my sandwich back and I guess they remade the whole thing. Which was nice but it also took about 25 minutes and everyone was done and ready to leave and I still hadn't gotten my meal. Once I got my meal and was eating the guy assisting the server came by a couple times trying to box mine up because I still had a lot of on my plate. Then it was very hard to find our server to get the bill. We saw other servers walked by just not ours. By this point, my kids were super antsy wanting to leave. Finally got our bill and down in the fine print. There's a two dollar service charge if you use a credit card. I don't know. I'm just annoyed by that kind of a thing. Our bill was $72 or thereabouts. Food was fine. Our server was really nice. But man, these prices down here are out of control. Also, if you're gonna put something as potent as olives in a dish that should not have olives, I feel like that should be mentioned in the description of the food read more

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Our family loves coming here when we are on a staycation. Service is always friendly. We have tried a variety of food and have enjoyed it. There's free parking in the back and street parking in the front. This place is known for their breakfast but their other items are just as good. We recently found out the Chicken Fettuccine Al Pesto is the owners Italian mother's recipe. My youngest son enjoys getting this dish. My favorite breakfast dishes are the chicken and waffle, country fried steak and french toasts. They perfectly bread the chicken and the homemade country gravy it adds that extra goodness to the meal. I also love their fresh-pressed juices, and I usually request a plantation iced tea -- iced tea mixed with pineapple juice. So refreshing! The decor is adorable too. It has a cozy farmhouse café vibe that makes the whole place feel warm and inviting. And the bread pudding from Sunny Side is definitely worth mentioning. I usually don't like bread pudding, but this is far from ordinary. It's made with croissants and chocolate, drizzled with chocolate sauce, dusted with powdered sugar, served with raspberries, and strawberries. You have to add the ice cream...cause why not? Absolutely indulgent and perfect for sharing. Totally worth those extra calories! Overall, we'll definitely keep dining here. Great service, delicious food, and so many good family memories every time we visit! read more

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Cute spot! It was tough to get a seat on a busy Saturday morning, but the food was fresh & enjoyed the sunny vibes :)

Loved the food. Great service and very good ambiance. Would highly recommend. We had brunch. They also have lunch items on the menu. read more

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

I ordered the Solana Omelette. For having chorizo in the meal, I felt like it was lacking flavor. I feel like combination of the omelette didn't go very well together. The mozzarella cheese was a bit dry, for something I wanted more wet. The eggs in an omelette are already generally dry, so It would need something to wet it. I had dipped my omelette in ketchup + tapatio to help with it, but it just wasn't my cup of tea. The onions mixed in with the potatoes were delicious. The potatoes were well seasoned. Everyone else seemed to really like their food though! Next time I would try the freshly squeezed orange juice as well. They have indoor and outdoor seating. Both seating options are so incredible cute. I love the green theme going on throughout the restaurant. Our server was kind to us and made sure we had everything we needed! We never had an empty water bottle since we would replace our big ones. I didn't see a designated parking lot for this place, but there is street parking in front of it. {08/04/26 ~ 11:30AM} read more

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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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Amazing food and drinks! The spicy chai was on point. Elsie was a great server. A great brunch spot!

Food is very good, gluten free options were tasty as well. I had the short rib hash, I have a huge appetite and it was just right read more

I had steak and eggs the spouse had eggs Benedict. The food was great, service outstanding. But the Calif taxes are bullshit.

Our first time here!! Here for breakfast today and we were not disappointed! Wife had a veggie omelette, one friend had biscuits and gravy and I and another friend had mushroom omelettes.. Everyone was impressed with their choice while the friend who had the biscuits and gravy said the gravy was excellent and ranked next to the top of his all time favorite!! The host is very personable and helped make it a very enjoyable breakfast experience!! We will definitely add this place to our list of favorites!! read more

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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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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The food was totally delicious, and the spot is awesome! Our server, Elsie, was absolutely amazing and really took care of us.

What a gem! We loved our experience here starting with the incredibly friendly owner, the wonderful employees, and the atmosphere. The food was absolutely delicious! My husband had a huge carne asada burrito that was served with amazing salsa. He said it was the best he's had. I had eggs, toast, potatoes, and bacon that were all fantastic. The bread is made by a bakery and I could tell right away. The potatoes were incredibly flavorful. And let's talk coffee! They have hands down the best cup of coffee! Italian roast that is so flavorful and smooth. We'll be back to try more items from the menu and have more cups of coffee. And we can't wait! read more

Elsie was great! Food was good! Will be back soon! Would definitely recommend if you're in Solana read more

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

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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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

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

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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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

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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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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I always feel like I am at home when we come here. The most welcoming and friendly staff. The food is hands down the best breakfast in the county. So much flavor and the biggest portions. We sit outside everytime and the temp is just perfect. read more

Sunny Side Solana - Sunnyside Solana Buttermilk Pancakes. Giant. Tasty. Awesome. Unbelievably delicious. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Solana Beach, California

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Service is fabulous Food is amazing Had the chilaquiles in salsa verde, one of the best I've had, and I've had them everywhere even in Mexico. Loved the place I'll definitely be back with my family Also had a side pancake also good The chilaquiles are the best read more

Sunny Side Solana - Still working on my meal Really good chilaquiles - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Solana Beach, California

Ive eaten breakfast here a few times. The staff is super friendly, the food is always delicious and it's fresh baked goods are amazing!

Good food, service ok, ambience is nice but not special, coffee is ok. Adequate parking behind restaurant. Solid place for breakfast though not special read more

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

Food was amazing! The cheddar bowl is highly recommended. Elsie our server was outstanding. Great experience for our first time there. Everyone was super friendly. We sat outside and it was lovely. We will definitely be back. read more

I went here Sunday morning for breakfast and the experience was good. The employees were attentive and the coffee and food were good. We sat outside and the weather was perfect! 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 had a short rib benedict which was excellent. i went for a weekday breakfast post pickleball and it was nice and quiet. Service was great and there is a parking lot as well as street parking. read more

Amazing service from the moment we walked in. The food was delicious as well! And the environment was great and great way to end our trip. Hopefully, we will be back soon. read more

Great food, great service! Elsie was attentive and took good care of our table. Everything was seasoned so well and we were able to finish all our plates. The portions are generous. We were given fresh jam as well, it was so addicting to have along with their amazing bread! They were so kind to give us some jam to take home. Highly recommend this place. :) 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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