The restaurant is very conveniently located for a beach walk after your meal to balance out sugar levels. They have ample outside seating, but you can sit inside if it's a little toasty outside. The food offers a nice blend of breakfast with a splash of tourist. They have a good balance of a good breakfast that will satisfy most visitors. I got a Mexican Benedict with a side of potatoes. They do have a nice spicy homemade sauce that I highly recommend. read more

The Cottage Del Mar - Mexican Benedict - Sandwiches Near Me - Del Mar, California

Good food but service was very sub par. The server forgot to bring waters/plates, never checked in on us, and never even came back to ring us up for the bill. We had to flag her down multiple times for everything. The bacon skewer app was really good, and the pickled carrot/onion it was served with was a nice twist! We also ordered: Labneh Broccolini Crab Benedict Joes special w sourdough Portions were all very good sized, food was good but nothing stand-out good aside the bacon app. read more

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Ordered the Southern California Omelet and split it between two people - it arrived already in a half portion, which was nice. The food itself was tasty and the outside seating was lovely on a warm summer day. A great brunch spot if you're in the area! read more

The Cottage Del Mar - Patio - Sandwiches Near Me - Del Mar, California

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I loved this place! Visited on a saturday morning and was able to beat the rush and get a table. The service was great, really friendly. Great menu and vibe even in the heat. And the food was great! I got the breakfast sandwich and it was a little hard to eat but delicious. And we got the lemon ricotta pancakes with blueberries and it was a great serving! I couldn't recommend this place more. read more

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I came here for brunch with my family recently and the service was great. We got the avocado smash with burrata, pork belly benedict, and a stack of lemon ricotta pancakes. Everything was so delicious, I don't think you can go wrong with an avocado toast, the pork belly was super tender and flavorful, and I think these might have been one of the best places for lemon ricotta pancakes. Everything I ate was delicious. Obviously also can't go wrong with a view of Del Mar! read more

The Cottage Del Mar - Avocado Smash with burrata - Sandwiches Near Me - Del Mar, California

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Came here for a co-worker's birthday celebration and overall this place wasn't bad. It's a pretty cute looking place inside and looks to be a more upscale diner/cafe style ambiance. Service was alright, nothing to complain about. I didn't try any of their food so I won't comment on that, though I did get a bite of blueberry millet muffin, and that was enjoyable, other than that, it seems that everyone more or less enjoyed their meal. As for me, I got the Joe's Special. It was a pretty standard plate of food: 3 eggs scrambled with some sausage and veggies, some breakfast potatoes, and a scone with some jam on the side. Overall not a bad breakfast spot, 3/5 star experience. read more

The Cottage Del Mar - Joe's Special - Sandwiches Near Me - Del Mar, California

Great brunch place near the ocean. Ordered the Crab & Prosciutto Benedict, the Machaca Beef "Birria", and a spicy Bloody Mary. Food was just okay, honestly couldn't taste the crab in the Benedict. Hubby says the same of his birtua - just okay. The Bloody Mary was simple, but good & spicy! We were with friends and their kids had strawberry waffles & pancakes which looked really good. They also had the Joe's special snd Eggs Benedict but didn't take pics of their food. Service was quick and they were busy on a Sunday morning as expected. But the location is perfect, Del Mar is beautiful and streets are great for walking. read more

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I came here on a Saturday around 10:30am as a party of 2 and we got lucky to be seated right away on the patio. The noise level was loud due to the traffic zooming by just feet away along with the chatting patrons inside the restaurant. I got the watermelon juice, strawberry Danish and joes special with organic eggs. Service was prompt and continuous. Everything was tasty and great quality, from the Danish to the watermelon juice. The hot sauce they have gave my dish (joes special) a nice spice! I would return for a filling brunch. read more

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I've been to the cottage La Jolla location many times but this was my first time at the Del Mar! And it did not disappoint.. and the wait wasn't as long as La Jolla location. Dog friendly and will bring my cavapoo next time~ We ordered mor k g glory sandwich ($22) eggs La Jolla ($21) and 2 piece stuffed French toast ($14.75). I'd say the ftench toast was meh. But the other two tasted great especially the morning glory! Yummmm Service was great too: our waitress was honest about the portion size and the two dishes were probably enough for the 3 of us females. We still wanted order one more and she recommended 1/2 size French toast. It's also located at a nice area where you can walk around. We parked the garage attached to the restaurant. We left within 1 hour and didn't have to pay but not sure what the parking fee is there. I will definitely come back to this place in the near future!! read more

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We've been fans of The Cottage in La Jolla for over a decade. This is the first time we had breakfast at The Cottage location in Del Mar, and it didn't live up to our expectations. FOOD (3/5) For our breakfast, we ordered the Antojito Benedict (3/5) -- Home made sopes with chili braised beef, black beans, poached eggs, shredded lettuce, sour cream, queso fresco, jalapeño crema and pico de gallo. The soles were overcooked -- possibly microwaved. The poached eggs were also overdone. ($21.00) Accompanying Black Beans (4/5) were terrific, and the Buttermilk Scone (4/5) we also ordered was great. ($5.50) SERVICE (3/5) -- The restaurant was less than half filled, but service was slow. We had to flag down a server for water and coffee refills. The manager was quite nice, however, hearing us out about the sopes, and giving us 50% discount on the dish. AMBIANCE (3/5) -- There's both indoor and outdoor seating. Inside, the room is small with hard services ... and noisy. We opted for one of the outdoor tables, which are actually in a fenced off area on Camino Del Mar sidewalk. Nice but you're maybe 25' from CDM traffic. Overall, we'll order better next time based on what we like on the menu in La Jolla. read more

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The Cottage has been a long time favorite breakfast restaurant of mine for many years. Their original restaurant is located in La Jolla, but today I tried their Del Mar, CA location. I think I like this location even better as it's slightly bigger and only a block from the beach. I went for brunch on a Sunday around 1:00pm and it wasn't crowded. The service was great, the food was delicious and the vibe was spot on. Very relaxing atmosphere. FYI... - it can get super crowded on weekends before noon - prices for breakfast might appear a little high but it's reasonable for the area - parking structure fills up fast so recommend street parking in the neighborhood read more

The Cottage Del Mar - Mimosas are delicious - Sandwiches Near Me - Del Mar, California

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I really enjoyed the La Jolla location so decided to give this location a try! We came around noon on a Saturday and we were seated right away. It was pretty busy and a short line formed after we got in. We ordered 3 dishes to share among the 4 of us: -Braised beef hash (5/5): I love the combination of flavors from the tender braised beef, eggs, potatoes, avocado and veggies. Delicious and my favorite! There was not much beef though so I wish there was more -Southern California scramble (5/5): solid scramble with bacon, guacamole and potatoes. Tasty, light and fluffy! -Brioche French toast (4/5): good and moist but typical French toast, big portion. We forgot to ask for fruit toppings but I think it should be already included The hash and scramble each came with a big scone with crystalized sugar top, and the strawberry jam that came with it was delicious! Overall, everything was good and we were all full. Service was friendly and food came out quickly. There's mostly outdoor seating since the interior is pretty small but the view was nice and the heater was turned on. Parking in the structure is free for the first hour but $3 every 30 mins after which was pricey. I would be back! read more

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Love the La Jolla location so came here while in the area! We were luckily seated right away when we arrived around noon on a Saturday and noticed a short line after. Food came out quickly. The 4 of us shared 3 dishes: Braised beef hash (5/5): my favorite, I love the flavors and variety of eggs, potatoes and veggies but wish there was more beef Southern California scramble (4.5/5): egg scramble is good and fresh, scone is a bit dry Brioche French toast (4/5): typical French toast, big portion but we forgot to add extra toppings The interior is pretty small so it was mainly outdoor seating, but the view is nice and they turned on the heaters which was nice. Service was fast and friendly. Parking is free for 1 hour in the attached structure, $3 every 30 mins after which is pretty pricey. I would come back! read more

The Cottage Del Mar - Braised Beef Hash ($20) - Sandwiches Near Me - Del Mar, California

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Boy, do I love a good breakfast / brunch, so when I saw that The Cottage was opening a location closer to home - I was dialed in! With three locations around the San Diego area - Del Mar, La Jolla & Encinitas - You're sure to find not only one close to you, but your favorite location as well. This review is strictly based on my new favorite location - Del Mar. This location is situated in the Del Mar Plaza {be sure to poke around the bookstore, market and shops while you are here} - There is an attached parking garage {60 minutes free with an hourly charge occurring afterwards}, as well as plenty of street parking in and around Del Mar. The restaurant itself isn't huge and will most likely be busy when you arrive, but even if there is a wait, it won't be long & it will be more than worth the wait. Even with a bustling atmosphere, we were greeting as soon as we walked in by several team members and were able to scoop up a seat on the outside patio. The outdoor section provides the perfect backdrop to a wonderful breakfast / brunch, especially on a beautiful, sunny day in San Diego. We had such a pleasant experience with the team - Friendly, gave us the best recommendations and genuinely seemed so happy to be there & assist with the guests - Great customer service always helps to elevate the experience and we received this 10 fold. As for the menu, there is something here for everyone {both Breakfast & Lunch} - Fresh Bakery items, Pancake options galore, Eggs, Classic Breakfasts, Benedicts, Omelettes, Salads, Bowls, and Sandwiches. Drinks also come in a wide variety - Coffee, Kombucha, Cocktails, Mocktails, Juices, Beer, Wine & Bubbles. On our visit, we opted for Breakfast - The All American Breakfast for the Hubs {2 Over-Medium Eggs, Bacon, Cottage Potatoes, and Buttermilk Pancake {this was a sub for a House-Made Scone} & a Roasted Vegetable Scramble for me {Perfectly cooked Eggs with Asparagus, Mushrooms, Cauliflower, Broccoli, Cheddar & Brie - Served with Cottage Potatoes and a Side of Toast with Scrumptious Whipped Butter and the most Delicious Jam - I still think about this Butter & Jam combo}. The Cottage also has a killer homemade Hot Sauce - Put this on everything! Tip - You can make any Omelette into a Scramble or Frittata. I Can't wait to go back and explore each and every breakfast option! Allergy side note - Check out the website for an in-depth look at the menu allergen information, if needed. As someone with food allergies, this is the best site I've seen to dive into which menu items are safe to consume - Thank you Cottage! read more

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This morning I had an amazing breakfast burrito that was packed with flavor not to mention the fresh ingredients and warm tortilla really set this breakfast burrito apart from the rest. I customized it with beef birria, homemade guacamole, and breakfast potatoes. It was perfectly crunchy on the outside with all the ingredients meshing perfectly on the inside. This isn't something that's on the menu normally, so you'll have to ask for it. The secrets out, The Cottage in Del Mar makes the best burritos in the area! They also carry bottled Mexican Coca-Cola, which was exactly what I needed for a Sunday morning recovery (thanks Anthony Bourdain). The girlfriend is obsessed with their Clydesdale--a coffee they roast at their other location. It's espresso brewed over cinnamon and brown sugar, and honestly, it's life-changing if you've never tried it. I also had a simple side salad with homemade lemon vinaigrette, pickled carrots, tomatoes, and cucumber. It was fresh, light, and the perfect compliment to the meal. The service and the staff are always a big part of why we keep coming back. Désirée is bubbly, fun, and welcoming every time we visit, and Trevor, the manager, is always kind, attentive, and runs a great restaurant. read more

The Cottage Del Mar - Breakfast Burrito - Sandwiches Near Me - Del Mar, California

I enjoyed the La Jolla location but this one did not live up to that standard unfortunately. We came at a less busy time, and sat indoors. They have outdoor seating, but it looked cramped and right next to the walkway and the road so not very inviting. The service was not very personable and only checked in on us once. We had to flag down someone to refill our coffee. We ordered the Benedict, French toast, and an omelet. The omelet was great, but the French toast tasted bland, and they charge for each fruit you add to it, so if you want bananas and blueberries you need to pay extra, which I found odd since the La Jolla location just brought a medley of fruit. The biggest disappointment was the syrup--it wasn't maple syrup but what looked like house-made pancake syrup, and the consistently was an unappetizing gooeyness instead of viscous. For the prices they charge I at least expect maple syrup, not high fructose corn syrup for my French toast. Overall I probably would skip this place and try something else next time I'm in Del Mar. read more

I grew up in La Jolla and always remembered my mother and her friends going to The Cottage for brunch and many times I went with her. It was great back then and it is still good now. I have been to many different restaurants in this location here in Del Mar and I would say this is one of my favorite ones that has been here. The Cottage is a solid breakfast or brunch option and it is usually pretty consistent and quick. Parking is plentiful in the parking garage attached, the first two hours are free. We were able to be seated for a party of three right when we arrived and our server was very polite. Inside is quite small, there aren't any very large tables however, it has a very cozy and homely feel to it. Service is also very fast so the tables will turn quickly. They have indoor seating and also outdoor seating which can be really nice depending on the weather. For my breakfast I chose the Chilaquiles and added chorizo. Unfortunately, it was soy chorizo, I wish they would have the real thing, but it was still really good. I also got a Cinnamon Roll and thought it was just OK. It was not gooey enough for my personal taste, but some may like it. Overall, I really enjoyed the breakfast and will stop in again in the near future. read more

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Antijo Benedict 10/10 French Toast 10/10 Service 10/10 Ambiance 8/10 All in all great experience, will definitely be back for the food. The manager, Trevor, is fantastic. Great attitude, helpful, and kind. read more

The Cottage Del Mar - Brioche French Toast (with strawberries) + Antojito Benedict - Sandwiches Near Me - Del Mar, California

Quaint and cute restaurant in Delmar on the corner between plaza and 15th. The wait time was less than 20 mins. Quick service and the food was soooo good! There's light drink menus. Wine/draft/mimosas along with a crafted coffee menu. I ordered and enjoyed the Clydesdale Shaken Espresso. I usually prefer my coffee sweet, but I didn't have to sweeten it at all and drank it perfectly as is. For food, I ordered the shrimp and crab salad (add goat cheese) it was so light and delicious! The swagyu burger, Mac and cheese, and even the kids menu were great portions. If you're a fries person, the fries here are extra fluffy and crispy. Definitely will come back. (Parking is available in their paid lot. It was $3.60 for 1.5 hours) read more

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Sunday at ten, a short wait then a table inside that has patio breeze. Brunch with old friends and a long, not rushed visit. Husbands both ordered the joes special. Scrambled eggs with sausage, mushrooms and spinach, cottage fries and scone. Mine also splurged on an orange juice ($9!) but everyone else had water. I ordered the Machaca beef scrambled eggs, with corn tortillas hold the black beans. Friend ordered a veggie omelette, with English muffins instead of scones. They think the scones here are dry. No complaints from my guy about dry. All gone! The Machaca was a tender shredded beef with peppers and onions. There was a lot of meat scrambled with the eggs. The tortillas were super high quality wow. I had them add avocado (+$2.50) and it was at least a half fruit. Delicious and plenty left for the next day. Our server brought boxes and happily split the check on her kiosk. We appreciate not being rushed and sat around awhile afterwards. read more

The Cottage Del Mar - Machaca scramble with avocado - Sandwiches Near Me - Del Mar, California

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First visit to this location, although I've been to the La Jolla restaurant often. This experience wasn't as good as I'd come to expect from their sister resto. We sat in the outdoor sidewalk area, and that part was very nice. The service was pleasant but sparse. My husband and I shared an order of Antojitos Benedict and a buttermilk scone for a late morning breakfast. The scone was delicious (sweet and crumbly, yet tender). My benedict, however, was a different story. The sopa they use as a base instead of an English muffin was so tough that I couldn't cut through it to eat it. My husband had trouble, too, but was hungry, liked the flavor, and is stronger than I am, so he struggled through both his half and mine. In the meantime, no server checked on us to see how our food was nor did they refill water. Eventually, my husband went inside to ask for our bill. When our server delivered the bill she asked how we enjoyed our food, so I told her that i hadn't been able to eat the benedict and that even my husband had trouble with it. She then brought the manager who took half the price of the benedict off our bill. I thought deducting half was odd (half was a first on me), but probably fair since he did eat it. It's worth noting that the place was filling in with a lunch crowd when we left, and the plates of food being served looked very appetizing. read more

The service & food were excellent. To drink I had the Brown Magic Shaken Coffee. Delicious! & to eat I had the charred corn Avocado Smash. Also delicious & filling. read more

What a beautiful, bigger than it looks, small restaurant that we just happened upon on our way down to San Diego thanks to YELP! We wanted to find a scenic place, close to the beach with good food and we TOTALLY found that! There's paid parking, free for the first hour then three dollars every thirty mins. The restaurant does not validate but it's a not a big deal. We were seated right away by a lovely woman who was smiling and couldn't have been more friendly! We sat outside and checked out the small menu, The food came out quickly but was just delicious! I highly recommend this place, I'm so happy I found it! The neighborhood was quaint and walkable. There's a constant stream of people walking by and a ton of bikes and not too many cars! This place is a not so hidden gem, please try it!! read more

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Don't order the eggs benedict... you'll get hard boiled eggs instead of poached. when we said something to the waitress she didn't really care, yet turned on the charm when it came to paying! Won't go back. read more

My coworkers and I went here a few weeks ago for a brunch on a Friday morning. This is my first time at this location and I was very eager to try everything! You can park inside of the shopping center parking structure or if you're lucky find Street parking. We decided to order a large cinnamon roll to share ordered a variety of different coffee drinks with my co-workers looking as beautiful as a martini! I couldn't decide between their variety of egg Benedict variations, and the waiter shared that I can order one of each! I ordered the pork belly and crab & prosciutto benedict, both were amazing and very different! Serving sizes are also very generous I cannot eat everything. Overall really love the my meal and definitely would go back! read more

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Thankfully, this location is much cleaner than the other one I've been to. Although they do leave the butter and jam out for who knows how long and there was dust or some kind of fuzzy in mine, which wasn't very appetizing. I wasn't very hungry, so all I got was the Ruby Roots juice, which I thought was pretty tasty and they give you a decent amount, and Blueberry Millet muffin, they did not skimp on the blueberries and they millet wasn't drying. Overall, I was extremely happy with the simple things I got. I did get to try some of my coworkers meals as well, which is what brought my rating of this place down. Their Lemon Ricotta Pancakes did not have a strong lemon flavor to them and were on the sweeter side. The Joe's Special gave a decent amount of food for the price. Overall, the flavor was okay. Good but nothing special. read more

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I was shocked how quickly we were able to get a table on a Sunday morning at 11am. They had cute outdoor seating and overall fast and good service. I got the Morning Glory sandwich which was good but nothing amazing. I would try something else next time. They do have a parking garage right there which I believe is $3/30 minutes read more

The Cottage Del Mar - Morning Glory Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Del Mar, California

The food is good here at the cottage Del mar. It's only been here for six months. I think it opened in October 2024. The service is amazing. The ambience is so bright and beautiful. The walls in the back are painted a bright yellow. read more

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On a Sunday, I met up with a couple of friends for brunch at The Cottage in Del Mar. We chose it because it was a convenient for friends coming from North San Diego County, and going to this area of Del Mar is really lovely. However, it is crowded, and parking can be challenging on weekends. We met at just about 11:30. We checked in and were told that for our party of three, it would be about a 20 minute wait. Unfortunately, it turned into 45 minutes. There are some public benches along the street to wait, however it wasn't very comfortable and the sun was beating on us a bit. Anyway, the wait did give us some time to catch up, so we made the best of it. When we were seated, we got a table outside, which was a nice area with a bit of a view and some people-watching opportunities. Service wasn't super friendly, but it was efficient. The menu was quite large with both breakfast and lunch choices. The drinks varied form some breakfast cocktails to coffee drinks to juices. I was feeling a bit thirsty, and had already had some coffee, so I chose the watermelon juice. It was fresh and delicious. Not too many brunch places actually offer watermelon juice. I struggled between choosing the wild mushroom omelette and the smoked salmon hash, but ultimately chose the smoked salmon hash. It was a generous portion that I couldn't quite finish. It came with a scone with jam. I would say that the scone was good, but I probably wouldn't have chosen it. I did very much enjoy my smoked salmon hash and would absolutely eat it again. All in all, it is a lovely venue with good food, in a beautiful, but busy location. I wouldn't mind returning, but as I don't really enjoy waiting for my table, I would probably choose a different location or a different time. read more

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Since I have always had super great experiences at the Cottage in La Jolla, I was expecting something similar and similar ambiance. Maybe it was a bad timing, but the restaurant was empty and lacking a nice atmosphere even though the location is perfect and looks so clean and cute. My friend and I just had coffee drinks and enjoyed the terrace. I think next time I will go for brunch as the coffee can be too pricey and there are several options nearby. read more

I visited around noon and had a good experience overall. The drinks arrived in a reasonable amount of time, and the food was served promptly. The service was friendly and attentive throughout the meal. I ordered the chilaquiles, which were good, though I personally preferred the ones at the La Jolla location. While I think the La Jolla location has slightly better food, the Del Mar location definitely has the better view. Overall, it's a great spot with good service, a nice atmosphere, and beautiful scenery. read more

The Cottage Del Mar - Green chilaquiles with beans - Sandwiches Near Me - Del Mar, California

Parked in the parking garage nearby, since I eat pretty quick that I wouldn't get charged. The service was efficient for being fully packed. The interior was designed aesthetically even the bathrooms. I ordered the Spanish omelette and that was the most meaty veggie packed omelette I've had in a while. Very yummy and I particularly like the cooked sliced sausage inside. read more

The Cottage Del Mar - Spanish omelette - Sandwiches Near Me - Del Mar, California

The food is not like the La Jolla location and definitely not the same service! My bowl had no broccoli but only broccoli stubs, the soles had no juice and were super dry. Our sandwich order was down incorrectly and we had to wait all over again for them to redo it right! But the most disgusting thing was the RAT feces we were eating next too! Not 1 or 2 droppings but a ton!! Unfortunately I didn't notice it until we were done eating! I almost thru up my food!! read more

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Service was just ok, but not great. Had to ask for basic things. Food was marginal. The well-worn wooden plank my sandwich came on smelled so strongly of mildew, it was impossible to finish my sandwich. Partner's chicken salad had chicken so tough he said he could re-sole his shoes with it. More negatives than positives, unfortunately. read more

This was my first time trying this restaurant and I was pleasantly surprised. From the moment I walked up to the restaurant, I was greeted immediately and seated right away with no reservation on a Saturday morning. The staff were SO sweet and accommodating. The restaurant itself is very cute, but small with both indoor and outdoor seating. The food was very yummy! Parking is available in the lot, they do not validate just FYI. Food review: Morning glory sandwich: (5/5) This was sooo yummy! The flavors blended well together. The bread was toasted perfectly and it was super filling! I'd definitely order again. Brisket hash: (4/5) Super tasty, meat was tender and flavorful. It was a great portion as well. The scone and jam were soooo delicious! read more

I wanted to like it, but the food was incredibly bland--it was reminiscent of having covid. My drink was good and the saving grace. But both my friend and i ended up having to heavily salt our food when it arrived to the table, and I had to ask for hot sauce and empty the container to make my chilaquiles edible. Our server was distracted (it was a nearly-empty restaurant on an early Sat. afternoon) so we had to flag her down a couple of times for the sauce and for a to-go container; she also only checked in on us once at the end. I've been to the La Jolla location and received better service. Food was not worth the price. My plate and drink were almost $50. read more

The Cottage Del Mar - Looks nice but was sadly lacking flavor - Sandwiches Near Me - Del Mar, California

Enjoyed my breakfast the scones are delicious and the staff were a vibe and friendly. Can't remember my drinks name but it was delicious. read more

The Cottage Del Mar - Sandwiches Near Me - Del Mar, California

Great service even on Mother's Day. Had a wonderful breakfast, their french toast is amazing. A whole order would feed 3 people so a half it was. Served with maple syrup and butter. The omelet was good too. Filled with cheese and veggies. I like that it comes with a scone too and I think homemade jam. Taste like homemade ketchup too. Love the La Jolla one and now it's awesome t have here in Del Mar. read more

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Unfortunately this Cottage is not well maintained. The maple syrup bottle and ketchup bottle were so dirty and disgusting. I'm a fan of the Cottage in La Jolla but this Del Mar location is really sad. Sorry for a negative review but really needs improvement all the way around. read more

Delicious breakfast / brunch items served by friendly personable attentive staff. Street-side outdoor seating options with colorful and quaint inside options. One detail that I took immediate notice of and greatly enjoyed was my side egg / scrambled with cheddar - the scramble was superb - soft, supple - delectable - so welcomed and appreciated ! The avocado toast with the smoked salmon, capers and red onion with grilled lemon was excellent as was my wife's crab and prosciutto eggs Benedict - with the eggs here perfectly cooked as well. Highly recommend - N-Joy ! read more