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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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

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

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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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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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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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

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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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

The food was really good, I had the Eggs Benedict. The service was great, the server and the staff were friendly. I would definitely visit again. 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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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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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

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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This place made it so hard to leave Del Mar. My husband and I celebrated our 2 year wedding anniversary in Del Mar with our 8 month old puppy and had breakfast here the day we left. The service was great! The food and drinks were amazing! The espresso martini was probably the best one I've ever had. We even got a pancake for our dog and pastries to take home. Our server, Olivia, even told us exactly how to warm the sauces up for each pastry. The best part was how friendly everyone was and there were dogs everywhere! Even inside :) for a dog lover this place was heaven. Our dog got so much attention and love from everyone. We hope to be back soon! 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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Nice location for a brunch spot in the Del Mar shopping plaza. The indoor/outdoor feeling creates an open atmosphere with the beautiful weather near the ocean. We waited about 45 minutes on a Saturday morning for a table of 2 although we were told the wait would be closer to 20-25 minutes. The menu has a wide variety of choices including allergen friendly options. The morning glory sandwich was good but the amount of bacon and cheese could have been better. The breakfast potatoes could have used a bit longer cooking and heavier seasoning. Overall the location and vibe seems to be a big part of the appeal while the food is perfectly good. read more

The Cottage Del Mar - Morning Glory Sandwich on gluten free bread - Sandwiches Near Me - Del Mar, California

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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

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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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

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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We were in the area and decided to check it out. They had a wait, but was able to get a table b4 given estimate. The staff were kind and helpful with ordering suggestions. I had the chilaquiles, and was extremely disappointed by them. I've never had chilaquiles that had zero flavor or spice before! I asked for hot sauce thinking it could help... but they make it "homemade" which also lacked flavor and kick as well. My friend order looked really good and their scone was pretty tasty. We did find it really odd that they allowed someone with 2 German Shepards sit in the little patio area, which then blocked people/staff from being able to walk by. I get in California " everyone" loves to bring their pets but if you have 2 huge dogs that take up a lot of space....maybe sometimes it's ok to leave them at home. Overall, I may come back again, but definitely will avoid the chilaquiles. read more

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

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Found this place for lunch on Yelp/ good ratings and close to where we were. Trendy, chic, clean with great selections. We each got something different and they were all eye appealing as well as tummy satisfying. After our meal we walked a few steps more and came across a dessert shop. Beware the parking structure is a bit confusing if you walk down the stairs but later decide to catch an elevator up. Hubs walked up the way we came down. Doc and I walked towards the middle of the ground level for an elevator. We pressed the button for the floor we parked at. Checked a few floors. Nope. Doc told me to wait. Hubs texted where are you folks. No cell reception , I didn't receive his text. I texted him we are lost but it couldn't send- no WiFi.., twilight zone! I needed a lúa pronto. Oh my!!! Finally my two companions drove towards me to my rescue... Thank heavens read more

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Food and service was great and loved the vibrant morning energy! Went in for a friend's birthday brunch and we had a fabulous time! I had one of the benedicts and my friends all had something that they enjoyed..lovely! read more

Really wish there was a better view from here, but I know that that's not something we can change. We went here for my dad's Milestone birthday, and we ourselves had to reach out to the waitress to ask to see us before we informed her, it was his birthday. The first waitress didn't really seem to care and told us that she would inform us when there was a table, but there was no follow up, but since my dad was insistent on eating here, we stayed. We then asked another waitress who was extremely friendly And showed us to our seat and was very kind and funny! Turned the morning around. I will be honest that it was a little frustrating that we were essentially ignored by the first waitress, but luckily thanks to the second one, it turned it around. Scone was good. Their new carrot muffin tasted good. The strawberry or raspberry jam that they provided with the scone was also delicious. Definitely overpriced, but worth a try. read more

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

Nice views of the town, food was in large portions made for two so be prepared, coffee variety is amazing, recommend the Benedict La Jolla it has a nice Cali twist.... Overall 8/10 potatoes were a bit bland read more

I visited on a Thursday afternoon when it wasn't too crowded. There's both indoor and outdoor seating available. I was greeted right away after sitting down. I ordered the Jumpstart coffee -- it was delicious, though a bit on the sweeter side. For lunch, I had the shrimp and crab salad, which was phenomenal -- the artichokes were a great touch. My friend had the salmon pasta, which was also excellent. Overall, it's a quiet and relaxing place to enjoy a delicious breakfast. The servers were incredibly friendly and attentive. read more

The Cottage Del Mar - Shrimp & Lump Crab Salad - Sandwiches Near Me - Del Mar, California

Decent breakfast. I thought $12 dollars for the equivalent of Starbucks Brown Sugar Oat Shaken Espresso was way too expensive. We loved their cinnamon roll - 9.5/10 - would highly recommend. Their basic French toast left a lot to be desired. Their maple syrup comes out in a clear bottle container however it was so thick I could tell it was the equivalent to Mrs Butterworths. Overall, I don't think I'd try it again on my next visit to the area. read more

Came here for brunch and had such a lovely experience. We ordered the Joe's Special, braised beef hash, and the Antojito Benedict. Everything was fresh and flavorful--the eggs in the special were perfectly cooked, and I appreciated that all the dishes were less salty than your typical brunch spot, which really let the quality of the ingredients shine. The scones that came with the meals were amazing, and the coffee was solid, but the espresso drinks were especially standout. Service was warm and kind--they even gave us a free cinnamon roll because they had warmed up an extra by mistake. Such a thoughtful touch! We arrived right at 8am when it was still a bit chilly, and they let our dogs sit inside with us--huge bonus points for that. On a clear day, you can even catch a bit of the ocean from your table. Prices felt very fair for the quality and experience. Definitely a great breakfast/brunch spot in Del Mar--can't wait to come back! read more

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The food here is always great, I always love avocado toast, and they had a Mediterranean flare to the one that they make and it was absolutely yummy I would give the coffee, a four out of five, I think that they need to make lattes a little warmer The service was good and there's a parking garage read more

I like the location and vibe but I ordered a lobster roll and it was literally grilled shrimp on top, and completely cold had been sitting out. The waitress also didn't give very good service. read more

Loved this new location!! Got the morning glory sandwich and it was absolutely delicious! Perfectly toasted bread. Egg was made to perfection. Flavors tied in nicely. Served with bite-size potatoes. Server was so sweet! She made sure we were always doing okay and made conversations with us that made us smile. She said the fries here are her favorite (and I agree, crispy outside, chewy inside, nicely seasoned) !! Place was stunning! Gorgeous interior that had outside and inside seating. I love the aesthetic. Highly recommend this perfect brunch spot in Del Mar! read more

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