They were very busy but the manager, Karen, took care of us and the food came out quickly. All four of us had an amazing brunch!

The food was delicious! Especially the potato balls. Great service, 10/10 would definitely come back again!! Very cutesy vibe for brunch read more

Toasted Del Mar - Smoked Brisket Hash, Red Velvet Cakes, Denver-ish Scramble and Short Rib Benny - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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Best breakfast! Truffle potatoes rock! Mimosa flights rule! Karen is amazing! La la la la la!

Came in on a Tuesday for a late breakfast and the place was pretty calm at first, although a large ladies group came in shortly after we were seated. There were only two servers working, and our server ended up taking care of the big party along with several other tables. Even while being super busy, he stayed friendly, attentive, and kept a smile on his face the entire time. Seriously great service. Wish I could remember his name because he deserves a shoutout. The food was amazing, and the Messy Sundae was definitely worth trying. Everything came out fresh and tasted great. Overall, such a great experience and I'd definitely come back again. read more

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Overall a nice brunch place. This Toasted is located in the Del Mar Highlands complex right across from Panini Grill and next to Cinepolis. The decor is cute and modern, great for a casual or dress up meal. They offer both indoor and covered patio seating. Although the restaurant is pretty large, they were quite busy so reservations are highly recommended. The menu is expansive and includes a lot of options from breakfast plates to salads to sandwiches to pancakes. Most entrees were $20 and above. All our food was fresh and tasty but there was an issue with them putting cheese on my kid's burger when I requested no cheese. The runner came back a few minutes later clearly with the same burger with the cheese only partially scrapped off. I notified our server who was very apologetic and had the chef make a whole new order but just beware especially for those who have food allergies. The service was also slow but it was busy with only a few servers. I do appreciate our server and the host were both friendly and welcoming. read more

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Toasted Del Mar is a trendy brunch spot with a great upstairs location and a solid menu that makes it perfect for a laid-back weekend meal. Pros: This place is located on the second floor in the Del Mar Highlands area, which gives it a really nice, slightly tucked-away feel. The vibe is super cute and perfect for brunch whether you sit inside or outside, it's a great atmosphere. We went on a cloudy day, so they had covers over the outdoor patio which made it really comfortable still. The menu has a really good variety of breakfast and brunch options. I got the short rib toast, my girlfriend ordered the smoked salmon toast, and we also shared chicken tenders and pancakes. Everything tasted really good, and I liked that there were a lot of options including mimosas, wine, and beer if you want to make it more of a brunch vibe. Portions were solid overall and definitely filling. Also, huge shoutout to our server Alicia she was amazing the entire time and made the experience even better. Super attentive and friendly, which always makes a difference. Parking here is also a huge plus. The lot is big, free, and really easy to navigate. Even when it gets busy, you can still find a spot without too much trouble. Cons: The only thing I would say is I wish there was a little more chicken on the pancakes, but that's a pretty small complaint overall. Also, since it's a popular brunch spot, it can get pretty busy depending on the time you go. Verdict: This is a great go-to brunch spot in Del Mar with good food, great service, and a really nice atmosphere. I would definitely come back and recommend it to anyone looking for a solid brunch option in the area! read more

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TOASTED @ DEL MAR Huge shoutout to our incredible server, Alicia. she truly made the experience a 10/10 and easily deserving of five stars! This spot is located on the second floor at Del Mar Highlands, right above the Haitian and poke spots, and next to The Melt. Parking is super convenient since the plaza has a large, free lot, so finding a spot wasn't an issue at all. My boyfriend and I made a 12:30 PM reservation through Yelp a couple of days in advance. When we first arrived, the initial interaction with another staff member wasn't the warmest, we were briefly brushed off and asked to wait but we were seated just a couple minutes after our reservation time. We ended up sitting inside, although they do offer outdoor seating as well. It was closed during our visit due to the cloudy weather, but it looked like a nice option on a sunnier day. One thing that stood out right away was how extensive the menu is, there are so many options to choose from, which made it exciting but also a little hard to decide. I ordered the smoked salmon toast (about $20), which came with jalapeño cream cheese, capers, and a hard-boiled egg. My boyfriend got the short rib braised bread with eggs and a side of potatoes (around $27), and we also shared the chicken and pancakes. Alicia took great care of us throughout the meal, she was attentive, friendly, and really elevated the entire experience. As for the food, it was overall very good with a few small critiques. The salmon toast had amazing flavors, the smoked salmon was super fresh, and the jalapeño cream cheese added a great kick but the bread was a bit too thick and not toasted, which made it feel a little underwhelming. My boyfriend's dish was delicious as well, especially the perfectly cooked poached egg, flavorful hollandaise sauce, and the potatoes (which were actually my favorite part). I just wish the bread there had a bit more texture from being toasted too. The chicken and pancakes were also solid, the pancake was incredibly fluffy, but I do wish there were a few more chicken tenders included since the portion felt a little light. Overall, it was a great experience. Between the quality of the food and Alicia's amazing service (she even surprised us with mimosa shots for my boyfriend's birthday!), I would definitely come back and highly recommend checking this place out. read more

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Came here for a birthday breakfast with family. We had the chicken Benedict, the good old Benedict, and the pancake combo. Each one was delicious and savory and a good amount of food. According to my grandfather, the birthday boy, they were the best pancakes he has ever had. The service was PHENOMENAL. Michael was our server and we will specifically ask for him when we return. He was considerate, kind, efficient, and actually cared about our experience. They apparently do mimosas Monday through Friday for buy one get your second free. They also do unlimited mimosas for 25 dollars. Super easy parking as it's in the big shopping center. It's right by the cinema on the second floor (by the escalator!). This place is adorable inside. Retro and cute. Plenty of seating inside and out. read more

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After our experience with Toasted Gastropub in Oceanside, we decided to try this Toasted Gastropub in Del Mar for breakfast when family visited. It has since become a frequent breakfast and lunch spot when we have company. Egg dishes, burgers, and avocado toast are big hits. The restaurant has both indoor and patio dining on the Del Mar Highlands Center upper level with west-facing views. Service here has varied from good to very good. Del Mar Highlands offers plenty of parking. read more

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Got seated immediately on a Saturday 10 am! Quick service and delicous food :) It was really hard to hear people talk though since it was so loud inside. Easy parking! Short rib benny: 4.5/5. Overall a really yummy dish, but there was a slight sour taste that came from the short rib marinade (maybe it was just the sourdough?). The thick tomato slice was seasoned really well! The truffle potato balls were nothing like I've had before, crispy and so soft on the inside with a truffle taste that isn't overbearing at all. It was a little too salty though for my personal taste. But OVERALL love love love! Will be returning! read more

Toasted Del Mar - Short Rib Benny - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Toasted is always the best place to go for brunch. Friendly staff & very accommodating. Our server, Alicia, was extremely friendly, thoughtful and had such a lovely attitude and patient. Especially with our elderly father in the mix. She made us feel so welcome. Now let's talk about the food!! I absolutely loved everything I've had here. This time I decided to try the Green Eggs. Honestly, I was pleasantly surprised. I highly recommend ordering a side of Parmesan potatoes. And if you get a chance, get the Eggs in Purgatory, best take on shakshuka I've ever had! read more

Toasted Del Mar - Classic French Omelet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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Came in with a big group. The staff handled everything swiftly. The food was good. I got green eggs with side of bacon. Everything tasted great no complaints. Got side of bacon which was crispy and cooked well. Nice view, good vibes. Expensive but typical for the area. read more

Toasted Del Mar - Green Eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

We had brunch here today for a birthday! The service was great! The restaurant was clean and we sat in the outside area which was nice the weather was perfect. Food was good and mimosa flight too. I really appreciated how they celebrated the birthday with a big glass full of ice cream fun!! read more

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Lexi was a great server. Charyanne is the manager this morning. Very friendly good service. Great food read more

Their breakfast burrito is humongous, and worth the $20 as you could make two meals out of it. The green salsa and labneh cream makes for a delicious flavor combo on top. Service was quick and efficient, and the outdoor seating area is very nice and spacious. I've eaten there a few times, both dining in and taking out, and the food has been consistently good. For a sweet option, I'd recommend the stuffed French toast with the passion fruit Carmel. The Carmel has a unique taste that compliments the toast! read more

Toasted Del Mar - Breakfast Burrito and Stuffed French Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Had brunch with our daughters at this Toasted after they ran the Mermaid Marathon. Having moved from Atlanta to San Diego in 1995, I was craving a little Southern breakfast and I ordered the Southern Fried Chicken Benny, comprised with "crispy chicken * cheddar cornbread * garlic spinach * béchamel * scallions * poached eggs" It is absolutely the driest most flavorless "southern" breakfast I have ever had. The Cheddar cornbread was so dry and hard it would not suprise me if it had been left over from several days ago - it was flavorless, dry as cardboard, and lacked flavor. The "Southern Chicken" was the driest chicken I have ever eaten and even with the béchamel, remained tough to the bite and lacked flavor and texture, . . .well, the texture was "dry as wood." I will share that the poached eggs were perfectly cooked - medium and the egg yolk flowed as it should, perfectly poached. And those potato balls - heaven. But I didn't come to Toasted for the potato balls. I struggle to understand how/why this was served. SEVERELY DISAPPOINTED and DISAPPOINTING!! read more

Toasted Del Mar - My "Dry as Sawdust" Southern Fried Chicken Benny! Having lived in Atlanta for 15+ years, this was such a disappointment! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

My friends and I celebrated International Women's Day today by having brunch. The restaurant has an inviting entrance and was nicely decorated inside. We were seated on the covered outdoor patio. With the warm weather an soft breeze, it was perfect. One of my friends and I ordered the smoked salmon toast while the other 2 opted for the stuffed French toast. All 4 of us were very pleased with our food. Normally I'm not a huge fan of smoked salmon because it can be overly salty, but I really liked how it wasn't salty here. The capers added the right amount of salt to the dish. I really loved the pickled red onions, which brightened up the plate with a little acid and tartness. It came with jalapeño cream cheese, although I couldn't remotely detect any level of heat. I liked the addition of hard boiled eggs for added protein. I had a few bites of the stuffed French toast and thought it was really good. I don't think I could eat an entire plate of it though. It hit the sweet craving. Loved the generous serving of mixed berries, but I would've preferred them fresh on the side instead of being drenched in the sweet caramel sauce. It's good in moderation. Overall, we had a nice time and enjoyed the food, ambiance, and service. read more

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Michael the server was amazing! Great service and food! Such a wonderful experience! Will definitely be coming back again! read more

Toasted Del Mar - Our server Michael was just amazing! Such a wonderful breakfast spot and terrific service!!! Definitely coming back! So worth it - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Came here for a friends birthday on a weekend, he made a reservation in advance for a party of 8+. I thought this was a vibey brunch spot for a birthday. Inside was very modern and outside had a nice patio view. All menu options sounded absolutely delicious and we all had a hard time figuring out what to pick. I went ahead and got the french toast that came with eggs and bacon. I thought it was pretty good, definitely hit the spot. I had a weird feeling about those potato balls but they were crunchy and addicting to eat. I would recommend getting these. Owner Karen interacted with us and talked about the different drink options to order for our friends birthday. Only downside is that the service was a bit slow, our food all came out at different times which was quite annoying because we were waiting a while to eat. read more

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Came for the first time with my friend and teenage daughter. Blown away by the food first of all. Like what are those round potatoes?! Absolutely amazing. Karen helped us the whole time and she is an absolute amazing human. Great customer service and amazing food. Try the blood orange Bellini. Gold. read more

Toasted Del Mar - Truffle oil potatoes surprisingly gluten free and amazing. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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Upon arrival, there was a bit of a wait and I was a party of two with a highchair. The hostess mentioned a 30 minute wait which we were fine with. We sat and waited and as our time came close, it got extended to 45 minutes. We ended up waiting an hour just to be sat. I don't mind the wait, but what really turned me off was when this large party of about 10-12 came in and was bragging about how much they knew someone which I'm assuming was the owner or manager and they got seated right away. After the hostess seated us on a wet table, Our server came and honestly, the service was one of the worst I've had . She was an older Asian lady and unfortunately, I didn't get her name. She came to take our order and then we saw her to pay. She never checked in on us. She never gave us refills. We didn't even have utensils or syrup. I had to ask separate servers to help. She thought cleaning the other tables were more important than tending to us. At this point there was no longer a wait. The food also wasn't great. I asked for the French toast combo with bacon well-done, and the bacon that I got was crispy to charcoal. It literally just tasted like the grill, which was disgusting. This place is way overhyped and I will not be coming back . There are better places and don't waste your time. read more

Toasted Del Mar - Charcoal bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Update on my review: I was reached out to about my experience and was provided a complimentary card to come back. This is a honest review! Menu is a bit overpriced for the quality of food in my opinion, you can easily find a more authentic breakfast/brunch in the area but there are some fun plates. -Tried the Red velvet pancake- no volume flat pancake but the flavor was there. 2.5/5 -Plain Jane - equivalent to all American. Sausage was a bit tough/overcooked. 3/5 no butter or jam provided for toast - plating could be better if the tomato is there to give an upscale feel lol. -Elvis French toast good dish no issues 5/5 -Mimosa flight - not worth the price not sure what champagne they use but bubbles were flat in 2 of the 4 servings. Could have held out on this 2/5 Now the service here is slow. Would not recommend. Took forever to get sat by the hostess who asks to give her "one minute" 3x. Constantly seen guests having to wait at the front to be greeted. Our server was wonderful but he was not able to keep up with all of his tables. Did not even get his name. He had a scramble of tables which is not his fault. Had to wave down the manager to close out our table who also wasn't very hospitable. Anywho, good name but the Oceanside location has better/consistent reviews. You can get a better brunch,with a better view and better hospitality elsewhere in Del Mar for the same price. read more

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My friends and I came here for brunch and were given the option of indoor or outdoor seating. We chose outdoor and were immediately seated. The space has cute decor with a mix of regular chairs and couch-style seating, which was a nice touch. Service was friendly. My friend and I shared the Avocado Shareable and fries. There was a small mix-up at first. They brought out the Avocado Toast instead of the Avocado Shareable but they handled it well by letting us keep the toast and quickly bringing out the correct dish. The fries were my favorite. They were well-seasoned and slightly crispy on the outside. The Avocado Shareable came with a delicious vinaigrette that paired nicely with the crispy wontons. read more

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everything is amazing 100% recommend to get the carrot cakes pancakes. The pancake flight is such a reasonable price where you could try multiple pancakes. They have these little hash brown circle balls that are just amazing. They're light and fluffy like a puff. They have a eggs Benedict with short rib and it's so delicious. The new happy meal with the salmon dip is delicious. The chicken and waffles are a must try and the green eggs are so cool. Karen is amazing!!!! She's so wondefy and helpful! Such a fun and sweet women! read more

Toasted Del Mar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Service was good, servers are nice but the tables are a little sticky though. They could do a better job wiping down the tables. Music is a tad too loud, the patio is better for holding a conversation. Food didn't taste good for its price. Brunch isn't known for being particularly cheap but the quality of food really wasn't there. The Coconut Pistachio Kanafee was especially disappointing. read more

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I will say their cocktails are amazing. I ordered a sandwich, and I will say that it was quite savory. Felice was our waiter, and was very lovely in serving us. read more

Toasted Del Mar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

FOOD: Shrimp & grits w chorizo! SERVICE: Speedy, and we were charmed by Keenan AMBIANCE: Patio end-table on a sunny Sunday We couldn't have asked for more. Toasted is a def addition to our weekend dining-out rotation. read more

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Felipe has great customer service skills. Smiled, welcome my nice and I, checked on is. Excellent!!! Food was great read more

I don't like posting negative reviews. But I just have to here. I feel this place is very over rated. And the food is really odd at least to me. The waitress was very friendly, however the host wasn't so. read more

Came here for my birthday breakfast on the way home from San Diego, what a great choice! I love that they have booths inside for couples to sit together. Had a couple Bloody Marys, delicious! For food we got the brisket hash, chicken and waffles, and the pancake 3 flavors for some sampling. Everything was so delicious! Highly recommend the chicken and waffles, you don't even need to add syrup. Apologizes to our server, I forgot to ask your name again on the way out. You were great! Thanks for recommending giving a bloody with tequila a try! read more

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I've been to Toasted twice, and both times the tables have filled up pretty quickly. The first time that I checked it out, I tried the Short Rib Benedict ($22). I like how the bread was grilled sourdough, and it was an overall hearty dish. The benedict came with these fried round parmesan truffle potatoes, and I really enjoyed those. The grilled tomato was good too, but I wish that they gave more slices. The second time I went to Toasted, I got the BLT sandwich ($18). I liked the brioche bread as it added a bit of sweetness, and how balanced the ingredients were overall. The fries were crispy. However, my bread was a bit burnt. The staff seemed a bit spread thin both times, since they took a while to take and make our order. Overall, the food is still good but just expect a wait. read more

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First time. Likely not last. Nice layout. Airy and casual atmosphere. Server came quick and food followed quick as well. We weren't rushed which made for a comfortable visit with my niece. Rating is more close to 4.25 stars because of the good military discount offered. This would be a great place to go with a bunch of friends. My dish was the Short Rib Benny. It was good but hard to beat my first ever Short Rib Benny back in Hawaii (not same restaurant). This one is made with pickled onions so the vinegar tartness takes on the flavor a little more than desired. The eggs were perfect! I will have to try the other Benedict on the menu for comparison. Overall, a good experience. read more

Toasted Del Mar - Short Rib Benny - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

food was good, i devoured the eggs and the potato balls were very unique i feel like the portion size was small compared to the price but it's a solid brekkie spot server was nice as well and outside seating is a bit colder i would advise to sit inside if u get cold easily read more

Toasted Del Mar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Toasted Gastrobrunch is a chill place; the interior and exterior are nice, and there is plenty of seating. Love the decor. The service was good. The manager was excellent. For food, I got the eggs in purgatory, which came with a sourdough bread bowl, tomato shakshuka sauce, mushrooms, feta, sunny-side-up egg, scallions, and mint. Honestly, the dish was good, but I would not get it again. They did not remove enough of the sourdough from the bread. So there wasn't enough tomato shakshuka sauce in there. The tomato shakshuka was delicious. It was so tasty. Shame, there really wasn't in the bowl; it was more in the base of the sourdough. I also loved the mushrooms. So tasty and huge. For drinks, I had the red monster house bloody mix, lime, shrimp, roasted jalapeño, bacon, Tajin rim, stuffed olive. That was delicious. I love a hardy Bloody Mary. I love the grilled shrimp and the hardy bacon. I would definitely go back. Their address is 12925 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA 92130. read more

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As soon as you walk in, you are greeted with very friendly and courteous staff. Ambiance is inviting and the restaurant is decorated nicely with indoor and outdoor seating. We went on a Sunday past 8am and thankfully it wasn't crowded yet - however, it picked up right around 9am. We got seated right away and asked for our drink order. Menu has ample of options. I had the classic eggs benedict and my husband ordered the smoked brisket hash - both were excellent! Portions are just perfect. We also shared the coffeecake pancakes and I would recommend these - not overly sweet, they were just right for our taste. I look forward to come back to Toasted and try some other menu items. They have so many that sound good, so I would try to order something different next time. read more

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Came to Toasted with my Mom for a quick bite to eat before shopping. First time at this location and it was excellent. The ambiance was quiet with a great view from the windows of the sunny day outside. We split the Denver-ish Scramble and had coffee. Lavazza coffee was brewed perfectly. The eggs, potato's, and sourdough bread were light and delicious. Helina was an outstanding server. She was very helpful, extremely polite, and made sure we had coffee refills and everything we needed while we ate. I will definitely come back to this location and hope to see Helina again! read more

Toasted Del Mar - Denver-ish Scramble - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

It's been a while since we've been back, but the service is still 15/10! I think they even remembered us haha :') Our server gave such great recommendations and consistently checked in to make sure we were taken care of, which we really appreciated. The food and ambiance were amazing as always. Hope to be back again soon! read more

Very so so experience here. The server was friendly and quick, and the general space super cute. The biggest issue was that the prices were truly outrageous. A scramble with no meat cost $25?! The toast didn't come w jam or butter and you had to pay extra?! Truly insane... I ordered the coconut kanafe also and it was just not good. Overall unfortunate experience. Will not be returning I will say, they do serve this really great potato balls as a side and that dipped in a chipotle cream really saved my whole experience and earned the 3star read more

So we saw the ad that this place was rated THE no. 1 brunch in San Diego so of course, we had to check it out! We had the breakfast burrito (with barbacoa) and it was massive. My husband can usually tackle one of them without issue so having to leave behind some because he was so full was very surprising! Nonetheless, hands down the most amazing burrito! I had the classic Benny and that hollandaise sauce was incredible. Service was also amazing, we had the awesome Nathan who was attentive, funny, and genuine. He definitely gets five stars!!! Highly recommended for anyone looking for an awesome brunch! read more

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Visited Toasted in Del Mar on 8/18 for another's birthday breakfast. We were seated quickly and the staff was friendly and attentive. Seating and setting were very comfortable. I ordered the Short Rib Benny ($22)--grilled sourdough, braised short rib, poached eggs, pickled onions, and harissa hollandaise. Flavors were spot-on and the textures worked well. My only nit: a few bites of the short rib were a little cool, likely from reheating given how extensive the menu is. Still very tasty overall. Service and pacing were great, and the whole experience was easy and pleasant. I'd come back and I'd order one of the Bennys again but might ask for a little extra heat on it. read more

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