Went there for brunch for my birthday. The staff was so nice especially Amber. They went out of their way to make it a fun experience. Thank you! read more

Werewolf - Birthday pancake - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Came here for a Birthday dinner last Saturday night with a large group (~20+ people), the food and drinks were amazing and can't say enough how much I appreciate the staff and service here. Ruby was the first person I spoke with when I initially called, and she was lovely. The general manager Amber made planning easy - there were no deposits or minimums, I was able to order platters in advance, and she was great with communication. When I mentioned that the group loved Rumplemintz shots, Amber even set some aside after ordering extra bottles (and had it cold and ready when we came in). I was able to meet and thank Amber after we first came in, and she was so warm and welcoming and even gave us a few Rumplemintz shots on the house to kick things off (thank you again, Amber!). The reviews don't lie in terms of how good the food here is. When we arrived a little early, they had our platters ready almost immediately and kept them well-heated. We had platters of the sticky garlic wings and a mix of the garlic and regular fries, and ordered pretzels and queso and the elote dip à la carte for the tables. Everything was amazing and the sticky garlic wings and garlic fries were such a hit that we ordered a few extra plates of them as well (even though the platters were perfect for our group size). EVERYONE raved about them. We had a small amount left to bring home that were enjoyed the next evening and were still amazing after being reheated. A few people in our party got additional food items as well (burgers) and they were hits as well. The drinks were also phenomenal, with a special shoutout for the espresso martini and the Purple Haze mocktail (that a few folks liked so much they got an alcoholic version). We had a person in our group who can't drink and it was nice to see how inclusive they are with having a few signature mocktail options. The pricing was very reasonable, especially for the platters (they were perfectly sized, and we only ordered a little extra because the food was so good and we'd wanted to take some home). Highly recommend getting platters with a larger group here - you can pre-order and they keep everything well-heated for you the whole time. Most importantly, this place is a vibe and every single staff member we interacted with was SO KIND and accommodating. The service was top-notch and I wish I had everyone's names to thank them individually (thanks to everyone working Saturday, 8/1 evening!). We had the best time and Werewolf couldn't have been a more perfect place to host a Birthday dinner. read more

I was with a large group of friends for a farewell brunch. This restaurant didn't have anything vegan friendly. I thought at the very least, I could get an avocado toast. For a brunch spot, they don't have toast! When I tried to order a toast with a side of avocado, I was told they didn't have toast, but could get a biscuit. I went with that, but as I was eating the biscuit with avocado, it dawned on me that most biscuits have butter or dairy as an ingredient. Ugh! My friends consist mostly of omnivores and a few vegetarians. Everyone else was happy with their orders. The service was fast and friendly. My suggestion would be to have a fancy avocado toast to satisfy the occasional vegan that happens to stop in! read more

We came here late Sunday night after dropping family off at CBX. We ordered a couple of drinks, burger. Sliders, and potato balls. All were except and delicious. Shout to the grill man. Food was excellent, so for keep asking you for extras from the kitchen. It was that good. Just remember that it is hot this time of the year and get your AC working better. Will be back. read more

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Came here on a whim hoping for brunch but it was already like 5 mins before 3pm so had to stick with lunch. Nonetheless, our food and drinks was so good. Fiona helped us from start to finish and was just an absolute sweetheart to my mom and I. She asked for our names & how our day was. We ordered steak tacos & breakfast burrito & 2 alcoholic beverages. Steak tacos & burrito--my mom enjoyed her tacos and meat was cooked tender to her liking. shes not a fan of onions & enjoyed the dish very much since there wasnt any in the tacos. my burrito was perfectly made not extremely greasy either & yet full of flavor. potatoes crispy on the inside & they were able to give me a side of sour cream. Drinks- not sure how much alcohol may have been in mine or if any at ALL but regardless it tasted like a tropical vacation in a glass. the whipped cream was a perfect addition. mom got a tiramisu martini and that was SO good i almost wanted hers instead of mine! perfect for brunch if you want a strong coffee lol atmosphere- bar setting but still plenty of seats/tables & of course your bar area. great personalities all around id definitely come back here! read more

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Went for the first time to this Karaoke bar right in the heart of Gaslamp in San Diego. We went on a Saturday night after a Padres game. The bar was very low my with such positive and fun vibes. The bartenders were friendly and knowledgeable. The Karaoke DJ host, Marlene, was amazing. She kept the bar lively and the customers engaged. Food was good too. Had a burger and beer, and both were delicious. Already making plans to go back. read more

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Well, first of all, this is a very cool spot and I kind of got caught in between brunch and lunch so I didn't eat as much as I normally would. But the one word that describes this place is service and Ruby. Every single person had a huge smile on their face and couldn't wait to help. You just don't find that very often, but I found it in the last 24 hours in the gas lamp it quite a few places. The menu here has something for everyone Plus great Beers and a really nice mimosa. I'll be back as soon as I can because I got a ticket for a free mimosa. Thank you, Ruby and Amber. I think also helped love them all. read more

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I've been here twice now, and both visits were before a Padres day game for brunch. Both times the food was absolutely phenomenal. My first visit I ordered the sausage and gravy, and the second time I went with the Cali burrito. They were completely different dishes, but both were fantastic and packed with flavor. The service is what really sets this place apart, though. On both visits our servers were attentive, friendly, and always one step ahead. I especially love that they actually ask for your name and then remember it throughout your meal. It's such a small touch, but it makes you feel genuinely welcome and says a lot about the quality of people they have working there. And I have to mention the tiramisu martini because I ordered it both times and it did not disappoint. It's the perfect brunch cocktail. This has quickly become one of my favorite pre Padres game spots, and I'll definitely keep coming back. read more

Werewolf - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

My favorite gaslamp place. They have karaoke on the weekends and the food is insanely good. They use steak in the Cali b and a garlic butter. Sooo good and rich, the pickled onions to accompany it are a perfect match. read more

Werewolf - California Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Had such a great experience at Werewolf! The food was so good! We had the breakfast burrito, chicken inna biscuit, steak scramble, and the cinnamon roll cakes, and everything was flavorful, fresh, and delicious. The drinks were just as amazing. I had the Blossom Something and the Juicy K, and both were great recommendations from the hostess Jazzy who was also wonderful and made us feel welcomed from the moment we arrived. Our waitress Fiona was amazing and provided excellent customer service throughout our visit. She was attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed. Great food, great drinks, and great service all around. We'll definitely be back! read more

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This place is awesome for brunch. Vibe is lit. Drinks are good. Food is good. And it doesn't break the bank. They have a dj during brunch and the music was good. Food was good. Those breakfast balls were EVERYTHING! The bourbon burger was good too! Taylor is a ROCKSTAR and definitely needs a raise and a promotion! He was the dj, the bartender, the waiter, the runner.... I mean he did it all.. and with a smile. This place is definitely the bomb brunch spot and I will definitely be back. The only reason I took a star is because they were understaffed so the food sat for a bit. Other than that, this place is it!, read more

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We stopped in for breakfast before we head to the airport. The staff was so sweet and amazing. The restaurant was half fall when we first got there but completely full including bar seats by the time we left. There were so many choices and we both ended up with BISCUITS AND GRAVY * Scratch made sausage country gravy - two biscuits - cheesy chive scrambled eggs - breakfast potatoes. Huge. Delicious. Wonderful experience overall. read more

Werewolf - BISCUITS AND GRAVY - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Great laid back vibe. Open for brunch. Pineapple mimosa was nice. Chicken hash was dynamite. All around it lived up to expectations. Looks like an awesome place to hang out at night too. Yelp rarely fails me and did not disappoint this time ither. read more

When I first came in, I really wasn't expecting much, but I was really shocked to see what this place had to offer. This place screams "good vibes only" as it had such a good ambiance. It was pretty noisy but in a good way. It was like you had people to talk to. The staff were cosplaying as DC and marvel characters for comic con. We had lots of conversation and it was really fun getting to know them. Oh yeah, for comic con, it gets real busy after 7pm for dinner. Wish you could see the line right now. Probably gets even busier during the weekend. It's only Thursday and the line is already almost wrapping around the corner of the street... Grilled garlic ginger wings: (9.5/10) so delicious. This is a MUST get for me. So savory and paired with the chipotle and spicy sauce is even better. Very flavorful. Crispy chipotle sandwich: (7.2/10) Tasty, flavorful and crispy chicken, good chipotle sauce, everything blends really well, a bit dry. Seasonal spring salad with grilled chicken: (6.5/10) salad greens were fresh but chicken was dry, tasty Overall, I would definitely go here again! I love the 80s vintage bar vibes! Just don't bring little kids here. Teens and above are fine. read more

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We stoped by here for breakfast. Our waiter Brock was great giving us recommendations on what to check out while we are in the area and worked with my wife to help her find something she could eat on the menu with her allergies. The service and staff was one of the best expernaces we've had anywhere. I git the chicken and biscuits. The food was solid but the gravy and the chicken were both cold, which was a bit of a bummer. This is deffently a spot I would check out again. read more

Werewolf - Chicken inna biscuit - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

A werewolf review, in haiku form: The food was superb, The service, even better! Wish I ordered more Typical gaslamp bar but they know their worth for real! So nice and inviting! Adding another stop to the comiccon list! read more

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Fun, funky and delicious!! Interesting takes on breakfast food. Reviews said the pork belly eggs Benedict was yummy ..yes!!! Servers are kind and attentive and really add to helping you feel at home. Easy walk from any hotel in the Gaslamp district read more

Werewolf - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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If you're looking to go to brunch but don't want to succumb to a overly fried or sugary brunch option, the steak scramble at Werewolf is a solid choice! Tortilla is folded up on the side in case you want to skip the extra carbs. Sauce on the scramble is really tasty. Potatoes are perfect. Little bits of corn are a nice surprise! I also tried La Mariposa and it is perfectly floral and light. 100/10. Jasmine was a super friendly waitress and so attentive. Ambiance is a lively and fun--the perfect spot to start an afternoon pregame or have brunch in the morning. read more

Werewolf - la mariposa blossom something - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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I absolutely love this place. The customer service is amazing. I ordered the cinnamon roll pancakes and it was so big and so fulfilling and tasted so great. The mimosas are also very tasteful. If you're interested in a Mexican style breakfast and American breakfast, this would be the place to go to. The blueberry lemon pancakes are refreshing and the Oreo pancakes are a little too much to chocolate my friends enjoyed the California burrito, but said it needed a little bit more flavor. And my other friend enjoyed the steak and egg breakfast. Oh yeah, on the weekends they have a live Deejay, which is great. This is a nice restaurant, with indoor and outdoor seating read more

Werewolf - Cinnamon roll pancakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Was really good. Had the eggs and cakes which is pancakes and eggs with bacon. Really good. My brother had the steak and eggs He liked it as well. We got two free bottles of champagne because of the reservation that was wrong. So not bad and got oj as well read more

Werewolf - Eggs and cakes - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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Chose this spot for breakfast because I assumed it was a cool, interesting restaurant due to it's name. I was completely surprised to realize that it was more a sports bar than anything. There's a decent amount of seating and the walls are plastered with random prints and posters. There's at least six TVs. The spacing of the seating is kind of weird and the bar takes up about half the restaurant. It was half full when I got there with two bartenders and one server. I sat at the bar assuming I would get quicker service, which was not true. I ordered a coffee and a blue plate, which was basically cheesy chive scrambled eggs, breakfast potatoes, and a biscuit. The original plate comes with bacon but I subbed it for avocado. The food came out warm (not hot), but I was hungry so I didn't say anything. The eggs, although delicious, were not made with chives, but rather with green onion. The biscuit was dry and came with a pat of butter and some packaged jam. The breakfast potatoes were crispy and well seasoned, however, most of them were burnt or just the scraps at the bottom of the fry basket. Disappointing. The one good thing about this place (other than the friendly staff), is that it might be the cheapest breakfast you can get in Gaslamp. I would say this place is more of a hangover restaurant/bar for people to come to after a Padres game. read more

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We had so much fun at brunch today! Our waitress (I think her name was Jessie?) was so friendly and upbeat. She asked for our names which was a nice touch. We had the biscuits & gravy, the pork belly Benedict and the Oreo cookie cakes. Everything was sooo delicious. My bf also likes the Bloody Marys. There was a DJ playing upbeat music, I was loving it! It was fun singing and dancing in my seat while eating. The overall vibe was really fun but not too over the top. I liked the casual decor throughout the restaurant. It's casual and makes you feel right at home. Pro tip - make a reservation for brunch, if you can! We did and were seated quickly. We can't wait to come back here! read more

I do not see the wins here. A. Service is horrible. Our server had no clue on certain items on the menu. She forgot an item extra fee for house salsa (tiny cup) no less which she got later. She gave us a cranberry spritizer when a person asked for cranberry juice. I had the short stack with eggs, and chives. Ditched the cheesy part. For San Diego and California they didn't offer egg whites. That makes no sense. Almond milk? Nope Oat. She offered to heat it. Nice that would be cool. Showed up coled. The short stack,, well the pancakes were solid as in a frisbee and downright awful. Inedible would have made more sense Pricing could have been better. The place is tiny And the vibe wasn't cool or hip. Just blah, like the food itself read more

Werewolf - Inedible frisbee pancake. There are two. I barely had a few bites with the top one. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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On a Wednesday evening, we stopped by Werewolf for dinner. While I'm a vampire, I was willing to make an exception to check out this highly-rated bar. Located in Gaslamp, street parking is your best bet. For most spots, you have to pay metered parking until 10 p.m. I was able to find an exception to the rule around 8:30 p.m. Ambiance (3/5): Werewolf is a pretty laid back bar. Which is right up my alley. This happened to be karaoke night. This may be an unpopular option but I'm not a fan of karaoke. If you are, you're golden. I would've enjoyed the ambiance a bit better on a standard night. We sat at a wooden booth in the back of the restaurant. Service (3/5): You order at the bar (both food and drinks). They were fairly busy on a Wednesday and only two bartenders were working. As a result, service was a bit slow. After placing my order, I closed out. Their cocktail list doesn't list prices. Not a fan of that. I asked the bartender how much some particular cocktails cost, and he didn't go. Not a good look. Drinks (4/5): Werewolf has an interesting list of craft cocktails. Plus a full bar. Just list your cocktail prices on the menu! Food (4.5/5): The food is surprisingly quite good. I went with the wings appetizer (and made them sticky for a dollar extra). Sweet with a little kick. The wings were fried just right with a crispy exterior and juicy inside. Finger-lickin' good! I also couldn't say no to papas balls lol. This appetizer is their version of hushpuppies. Taken to a higher level. Stuffed with mashed tater, bacon, cilantro, cotija, and drizzled with house sauce. Normally, papas balls would scare me, but these are scrumptious. The two appetizers combined were filling for a full meal. read more

Great cocktail selection and nice bartenders! Jasmine and Taylor were outstanding--friendly, attentive, and on top of every request. The drink quality was excellent across the board. If you're walking by, definitely stop in and grab a cocktail--you won't be disappointed. Good music, cool vibes, and great drinks. read more

Werewolf - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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Came here for brunch after a morning at the swap meet! It was a hot day and I really appreciated how cool it was in here despite the front all being open. Much needed cool down for me. This place was packed and the reviews were really good so I came in with high expectations. All staff I interacted with was super nice and friendly! We got biscuits and gravy (no egg), country fried steak, and breakfast balls. The breakfast balls were amazing, little fried balls of mashed potato seasoned so well with bacon and gravy. It was sooooo good. I may end up just getting that for breakfast next time. The biscuits and gravy were just like my mom makes. Good country gravy with a nice soft but crispy biscuit. The potatos were not that good imo, they needed a longer cook but they tasted decent. The country fried steak was cooked and seasoned amazingly, and were the eggs. I will be back!! read more

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i expected more of a hole in the wall cafe instead of a very loud bar. Turning down the sound system would really help. Everyone was in there to eat. The food was good, servers were nice. read more

Werewolf has great food and a great atmosphere! We walked over to grab some lunch, and it was pretty quiet. Not sure if it's normally like that on the weekend during lunch or if it's because the streets were closed for the annual pet parade that was happening. We entered the restaurant to some awesome music by an awesome DJ! There's a bar that takes up half the restaurant and eclectic decor all over. We ended up ordered off the brunch menu as there was so much good stuff on there! We ordered: Country fried steak Chicken Hash California Burrito Oreo Cookie Cakes The prices here were fair and the food was good! We all liked what we ordered! I especially liked the Oreo Cookie Cakes (pancakes), it even came garnished with a deep fried Oreo! Our server was really fun and told us when the pet parade was going by so we could go outside and watch it. She also handed us permanent markers before we left so we could write on the walls. She even invited us back for karaoke happening later in the evening. (We didn't make it) If you're ever in the Gaslamp Quarter, Werewolf is worth a visit!! read more

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Visiting for work, and I was looking for something different and interesting to try. It had been years since I have been down to the gas lamp area so part of the allure besides the name was the location. It is the quintessential college town, bar area, downtown (city) collection of people. Some homeless people (not too many) really add to the grunge essence, with the streets providing the fairly grimey feel. Werewolf had quite the vibe for 4pm on a Monday, good music, young adults chatting about some food, the music, and everyday life. One young man was journaling, memorializing his thoughts. BOOM, there's Fiona, a friendly face, interactive, formal intro (she did this with each patron), and it gives you a welcoming feeling. She is attentive, and patient as you navigate the menu. Menu had strong suggestions, happy hour had 50% off appetizers, and prices were very fair. I ordered the Beets/ Brussels/ and Blue salad. It stated it had golden beets which you don't see on many menus and unfortunately is the reason I am giving a 4 for this location, there was not one golden beet in my salad, in fact, there wasn't even one beet. Blue cheese crumble was minimum, and the Brussels were pan fried, to the edge. I also ordered the Hot Chicken Sandwich. This was good, the chicken thankfully slathered in Franks red hot was trying to hide the "blackened" fried chicken. Just on the edge but it was still enjoyable. The star of the food... was the fries. Crisp, hot, lightly salted, and retained the heat and crispiness through me eating the whole sandwich. I am eating healthier today and wasn't planning on any fries, but I did enjoy a few. I would bet anything fry orientated here had to be a winner. Garlic fries, etc. I did buy a t-shirt for my wife, selection was minimal compared to the online store, but seriously, point of sale is where it's at for your merchandise. Set up a swag area, and stock it. read more

Werewolf - Beet/Brussels/Blue .. Where's the Beets? - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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This place is so cool! I love the atmosphere here, it gives 80s rock and roll vibes. The food is delicious, I've been here for a date and I've been here with my kids- it works well for either situation. Our server Ruby was the best - so friendly and fun. Made it a great experience. For the date- loved brunch and having some delicious Bloody Marys. read more

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Came on a Sunday morning for brunch and surprisingly it wasn't crowded at all. First we sat at the bar but noticed a table in the back that opened up and the waitress was kind enough to let us switch tables. Service was super nice and great vibes. Restaurant looks a lil small and almost like a dive bar in a way. Tried their espresso martini and it was super good. I usually don't drink because I hate the taste of alcohol but this drink hid the taste very well and it was nice and sweet. We tried the breakfast ball hush puppies as appetizers and wow it's filling! I love their flavor in the country gravy!! Soo good. My bf ordered their country fried steak and eggs and loved it. I ordered their steak and egg breakfast bowl thing that was kinda like a deconstructed burrito lol my dish was more on the dry side sadly so I kinda just ate from my bf's plate more haha read more

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Great place for a brunch any day of the week. The decorations and vibe of the place are done really well. Nothing too fancy or flashy. Just clean and still retro/funky. The service was great with all of the staff making sure everyone was taken care of, being super friendly, and very professional. The food was fantastic. I had the steak scramble and it was very well seasoned, a great portion, and the steak was cooked perfectly. This is a great place in the Gaslamp read more

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Staci and Brian were awesome.... Drinks are good food is better. Music is great and they have karaoke at night !!

What an awesome bar!!! Was walking around trying to find a spot that was open for breakfast and found this place. From the moment we walked in every one was super friendly and very inviting. Our bartender, Ruby, was absolutely gem (pun intended). She found out it was my birthday and made it super special. From the birthday song to every drink she made it was special. Thank you for making the start my "21st" birthday the best one yet!!! Ruby and this bar are my new favorites. Also, the DJ, a true rockstar and awesome guy. Much love to this place. read more

Werewolf - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Finally after months and months of eyeing this place, I brought some friends over and we had an incredible dinner. It's a cozy bar with decent seating indoors and at the bar itself. The staff is amazingly friendly and welcoming, open to sharing recommendations. Shoutout to Taylor for making our night special! I ordered the Chicken Red Hot Sandwich sand bacon and I ate the whole plate. Left no fry or piece behind. The whole night we kept talking about how we were all ready to come back and try more items, as well as their brunch, and their karaoke nights. This place is definitely worth all the hype and that gut feel I got when I first saw it months ago. Great quality, flavor, and atmosphere. Even when it got crowded, it didn't feel overwhelming or obnoxiously loud. Looking forward to our next night out here. read more

Werewolf - Chicken Red Hot Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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Another great Gaslamp find for breakfast with a cocktail!!! The Chicken Fried Steak and potatoes was tasty!! Great service and very friendly staff!!! read more

Werewolf - Enjoyed the Country Fried steak and potatoes!!! Very friendly staff and great service!!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

I'm in shock, * Excellent fun location * friendly cool staff * great drinks * surprisingly yummy bar food such as the awesome spring salad wot strawberries and balsamic reduction * KARAOKE * even the patrons are fun and cool What a nice balance read more

Werewolf - Cool place - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

This is such a cute breakfast spot! I loved the vintage/comic book theme of the restaurant and the servers were super sweet! We had the pork belly Benedict and country fried steak. The pork belly was a bit on the sweet side, so I would recommend getting the avocado with it. The country fried steak was soooo good and I loved the gravy. The brunch themed drinks were also awesome! Would definitely come back for more! read more

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She could be gone a day, and I'd miss her. Three was harrowing! Plus, she brought the sun back into my soul (also literally...skies cleared nicely yesterday). I digress. Love does that. What other way to welcome my baby back than a funky brunch?! Say no more, because Werewolf is the spot! From the Disco Balls (yes, plural) hanging from the rafters to the stickers all over the booths, this place screams "Get your sexy booty in here & eat, NOW!" Oh, did I mention there is a Brunch DJ?! (this is about as San Diego as a sentence gets) Spinning the 90s hip hop jams so hard, I thought Snoop would roll in & roll one! I recommend reservations, as it gets packed fast! Or you can spin the Wheel of Fate & look for an empty stool at the bar. WHEEEE! In our case, we got there 1/2 hr early (Waze did too good of a job). They offered us a seat at the bar while a booth was readied early for us. Expeditiously done, I could but only sip my tasty espresso martini before we were seated. My baby went with the Mariposa (beautiful butterfly for a beautiful butterfly). We sampled each other's and both delicious! Our bartender showed some love w/ a slightly generous pour. Oh, San Diego brunches, never change! Our server recommendation of adding the pork belly to my chilaquiles rojos was nothing short of genius! I believe a tear ran down my eye as the plate was brought over. Oh, artery clogging joy of joys, get in my belly!!! The queen shall have the Buffalo Chicken Salad. A diabolically dichotomous pairing if there ever has been. Greens? Check. *checks notes* Fried...chicken?! Sure. Why not?! The bleu cheese aioli with buffalo drizzle was fo shizzle! On our way out, we were advised of Karaoke Nights. Wait, what?! Oh, we shall be back, baby! TL:DR - Get your side of pork belly, because life is too short to spend it with the wrong people! The right ones will be uploading the Gram pics! read more

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So impressed with this place! The staff was truly amazing. The food was great. Really enjoyed it all! I forgot to order my bacon extra crispy, my husband stopped our server even though I thought it was too late, they delivered crispy bacon!! Definitely on our to go to list next time we visit San Diego! read more