This is an excellent breakfast/brunch place, and I'm guessing lunch is just as good. You order at the counter and then grab a table, inside or on the wraparound outdoor patio. It's extremely casual so come as you are. Gourmet coffee drinks? They got 'em. The iced horchata drink, whatever it's proper name may be, is very good, in particular. Fancy and very delicious breakfast food ? You bet. The French toast is phenomenal. It's hearty and sweet and incredible. I am a chilaquiles fiend but was very disappointed with the dish here mainly because the chips became very mushy very quickly. The fantastic texture and crunch from the chips does not exist here . The add-on of Cardiff crack (i.e., tri-tip) was good, although undercooked. Moving on, the Hot Honey Ricotta Egg Toast (on special) was fantastic. The bread was delicious and, though the hot honey wasn't spicy at all, this breakfast creation--with avocado, ricotta and amazingly soft and creamy scrambled eggs--was wonderful. If you see this dish on the wall board, get it. The presentation of each dish was terrific. There is a lot of care involved with these dishes. Free street parking everywhere. I could easily return here many times to enjoy the rest of the menu. read more

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Cinnamon rolls but make it dirty (aka extra icing)!! Whenever I travel to Carlsbad I make it a point to stop here. Everything on the menu is outstanding. I get the lavender latte and a scramble. Their tacos are also out of this world. Typically there is a line but always worth the wait. read more

Cafe Topes - Cinnamon roll with extra icing - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

They've been on my cinnamon roll to-try list for a hot minute and the day has finally arrived. The dough was just right, soft yet slightly chewy. The icing comes in 3 levels and we chose the middle, called the "dirty." Honestly, too much for me. I need that not too sweet sort of vibe. The Benedict was good with crispy hash browns, can't go wrong. Overall, chill spot, good food, and plenty of street parking. read more

Cafe Topes - Cinnamon roll - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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One of my faves is Cafe Topes in Carlsbad Village. The bummer is that this place is no secret. Often there is a line around the block. Parking is street only. We drive by and if the line is short and parking is available, we go. I love the dirty cinnamon roll. All the food is fantastic. Sandwiches come with fries or another side like a salad. Portions are gigantic. Highly recommend the fish taco- nothing like it. 5 stars all the way. Patio or indoor seating. 2 single room bathrooms. The drinks are good but they bartend them (whoever is making them makes them in their own way). Overall, a sweet spot. read more

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Stopped by Cafe Topes for some brunch on the way out of Carlsbad. They have a delicious Eggs Benedict, nicely portioned burger and unique grilled cheese sandwich. The grilled cheese was a little fruit centric with fig jam, apples and raisin bread. We had ordered it for our 4 year old daughter and she wasn't into it. Not a lot of kid friendly options outside of pancakes. There's ample street parking in the area and you have to order food before seating yourself. There are a few tables inside and outside along the sidewalks. The servers are friendly and helpful. We were unfortunate to have flies buzzing about during our dining experience. They have refills on the iced tea. Overall it was a so-so experience for the price. It seems like a lot of local folks frequent this establishment. read more

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Well, great selection on the menu from toast to pancakes to omelettes variety of lattes, after 11a lunch becomes available. My first time here and brought 3 girlfriends and we all loved it, super sweet staff. You order at the counter and they bring you the food. Really healthy food choices and very good. tasty read more

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Triple bookmark it! If you are driving on 5 South toward SD and in Carlsbad area and hear your belly making hungry sounds And it is brunch time, you need to come here! It is a very cozy restaurant with pretty and simple interior. But the food and its flavors is anything simple! They make the most delicious Lattes! It is way too pretty to drink! Their breakfast dishes (eggs, potatoe and susage) is delicious and to die for. The service can be more friendly. This is something the manager needs to be coaching their staff on. Bookmark it!!!!! read more

Cafe Topes - I will be dreaming about this breakfast for years to come! Especially that tasty lavender latte! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

For those of you who are meetup members of San Diego Foodies and Carlsbad Foodies (around since 2008) you know I take our crew to Cafe Topes once a year, and go myself as often as I can. I would say this is one of my all time favorite breakfast places in all of San Diego because everyone that is working there is fun, knowledgable and obviously enjoying their jobs. The food is made with love ... and a lot of care. This time around we are eating: Eggs Benedict - It's my all time favorite. You would think I would try something different. But so few places do a really good hollandaise sauce, that I pick this off the menu every time. Hiroe says: "The simplest things are so tasty." Eggs Benedict with Cardiff Crack - Hiroe says: "The Cardiff Crack is so tender." And I notice her home fries are so thick, they are amazing! Avocado Toast with Egg and Tomatoes - Lisa says: "Beautiful presentation." Patsy says: "It's like an Avocado Mash. Beautiful tomatoes. Just gorgeous." Laurie says: "Tasty. They're grilled!" Hiroe says: "It's pretty." Patsy continues: "I love tomatoes like that." Everyone agrees it's an amazing dish. But this is the first time in all the years we have done reviews that we are being WOW'd by the presentation! So the Avocado Toast with Tomatoes and Egg is the unexpected winner by all our readers and eaters! Blueberry Lemon Ricotta Pancakes - Chef Patsy says: "Very good." Egg Sandwich - Laurie says: "It's delicious." Mimosas Coffee Cake with caramelized Walnuts - Going, going, gone! In all my years, with all our reviews, we have never had a bad meal here. In fact, this place with this wonderful food and staff, puts everyone in a good mood! Thanks from our crew to yours! Chef Marian San Diego Foodies Carlsbad Foodies read more

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Let me start by saying there was a line out the door, but it was totally worth the wait. Ambience is beach town coastal. Service was stellar, the staff was so nice and helpful . Here's my ranking for the food : - the Terramar 8/10 - Fish and chips 8/10 - lavender lemonade 4/10 ( mid w flowers in it) - vanilla bean latte 4/10 ( house made vanilla, mid couldn't taste the vanilla) Absolutely would come here again. Fries are seasoned with some godly seasoning !!!!!!! read more

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We were getting our vehicle serviced and had a few hours to crush before our car would be ready. We wanted to grab breakfast before exploring Carlsbad and the menu + cafe vibes caught my attention. Didn't hurt that it was near Carlsbad Village and the beach, so it was great to grab a bite and then get a few steps in. Upon arrival, the corner shop was bustling with patrons inside and in their outdoor patio/seating areas. Lines were out the door, but they had plenty of menus available to view while you wait and it moved pretty quickly. While waiting, a few tables opened up and husband was able to snag a seat inside right by the windows. Got to enjoy the sun without the chill of the crisp air. Husband decided to go with the Crack n Eggs and I had to give their famed Cinnamon Rolls a try with their french toast version. For the Crack n Eggs, they ask how you like your steak to be cooked (rare, medium rare, medium, medium well, well) and your choice of side(s). These are served with choice of toast (wheat, sourdough, rye) and side of hash browns or seasoned potatoes. Hubby really loved the sourdough! The Cinnamon Roll French Toast was topped with fresh berries and cream cheese drizzle. I loved how it was not too sweet and the cinnamon wasn't overwhelming. It was quite balanced and the portion was a bit much for me. However, everything was quite delicious and understand why it's a popular spot. read more

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We went here for the first time yesterday and the food was delicious! I had a country fried steak with 3 eggs, sourdough and potatoes. The steak was a decent cut of meat, well prepared (not frozen) and had tasty gravy with bacon pieces on it. I also liked their dark chocolate lavender latte. My younger son had a burger- it was huge! My older one had the French toast, egg and sausage. All of it looked great. So aside from the food, there's parking on the street, no parking lot. You can't put yourself on a waitlist for a table because you order your food and then wait at a table with a number. However, the food came out surprisingly fast. I will definitely be coming back! read more

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I came in for a quick lunch while working and unfortunately did not like the food items I ordered. I ordered the fish taco & a side of french fries and both were very greasy for my liking. My 5 star review is an outcome of how the staff changed the outcome of my experience with their professionalism. Thank you to Samantha & Skyler for their team work in providing me with great customer service and upon request, allowing me to swap out the items for a fruit parfait and a cappuccino which I REALLY enjoyed! I plan to return to explore more of their menu but only because of these two staff members actions. read more

Cafe Topes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Went on a little day trip to San Diego and passed by Carlsbad for this brunch spot I've heard from a local. This was one of my first places I've tried a Chorizo benedict. The overall benedict had a beautiful yolk and hollandaise sauce, but the chorizo felt a little overpowering throughout each bite. Flavor and everything was spot on, the only thing I would add for next time is to opt for a salad or some greenery to balance the sauce/saltiness of the chorizo. The breakfast burrito with tri tip felt pretty average. It was good but nothing exceptional. The salsa that comes with the chip was great. Can't say much because it's a classic burrito. The Chicken Sandwich (lunch menu) was also pretty average. It was a classic chicken sandwich that was juicy and had great acidity from the pickle. However, I was really hoping for some sort of sauce or heat to balance the crispiness and acidity of this entree. The workers here are wonderful and super nice. Love the ambiance both inside and outside, would definitely come back again if i'm ever in the area! read more

Cafe Topes - Chicken Chorizo Benedict Breakfast Burrito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Tiny adorable little breakfast and lunch spot in downtown Carlsbad. I called to see if they would do a "catering order" for me of their chiliquiles for an office party on cinco de mayo. Sam was so accommodating and it was very affordable. It was ready right when I arrived and the quality of the chiliquiles was a hit with my office! Highly recommend! read more

Excellent breakfast. So good we came back 2 days in a row during our vacation. Got the breakfast sandwiches both days and they were so delicious. Flavorful and well prepared. Great options for kids as well. It does get crowded, but if you get there before 9am you should be fine. read more

Ambiance is exactly what you would depict Carlsbad. Beachy California with a surfing aesthetic and fun music playing in the background. Coffee was meh. Ordered the salted caramel and vanilla bean lattes. Nothing crazy, vanilla bean was watered while salted caramel was good it was just basic. Now the food... the food is amazing. Ordered a country fried steak and that's exactly how you elevate a breakfast classic. Crispy bacon bits on top with thyme that was cooked with the steak. Country fried steak can sometimes be chewy but this one was tender. Also the cinnamon roll French toast with berries had me elevating to heaven. These are dangerous. Service was good as well. Workers were helpful and often checked on us. If you're in the Carlsbad area, this is the spot for brunch! read more

Tried the Chorizo breakfast burrito with salsa from here and thought they were both decent. Tortilla chips served on the side were bland. Service was good and the location was nice. None of the food stood out much on our first visit, but I would come back and try something else. read more

Pretty busy spot. Order before seating so the service was pretty fast. Tri top burrito was good but the chunks of tri tip were big so you only had steak every several bites. Got chewy cause it was big. Would have been nice if it was sliced thinner. 7/10 Cinnamon roll was super good. Get it dirty, which has more icing. 10/10 House potatoes were fine. Nothing special. read more

Food was great, service is quick, ambiance is nice I love to sit outside and get some vitamin D. Just go early it gets packed. read more

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Nice little find. The outside seating area could have used a little freshening up. Ground was a bit dirty. Paint on fence needed touching up. Loved the umbrellas and vibes. Dog bowls provided for fur babies. I didn't like waiting to place my order at counter. Probably because the lady taking our order was just a little too extra for me. Not super friendly or helpful. I think if you came here often enough you would understand the process, but for a first timer, it just didn't flow. We sat outside and enjoyed a Bellini and quick bite before heading back home. The breakfast burrito was filling but nothing earth shattering. It's clearly a popular place. I think it's a solid 4. With coming back if ever in the area. read more

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Food was okay, but service was lacking. The waiter was unfriendly, utensils were dirty, and water was self-serve from a patio tap which seemed unusual. Not a great dining experience. read more

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Found this GEM via Yelp and the reviews don't do it justice. We didn't have much of a wait but I understand why it would, the service was fast and the food was fantastic! We had the Cinnamon Roll French Toast with fresh berries & cream cheese "drizzle" (WAY more than a drizzle), lemon Blueberry Ricotta pancakes & Lavender Latte. All were delightful! Clean restrooms as well! Definitely recommend!! read more

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This place was delicious! It does get busy but was yummy food! We got the trip tip burrito, steak Benedict and the scramble and all were so good!!! Even the chips and salsa that's house made were delicious! Really liked this place! read more

It was quite busy for a weekday, the cashiers were kind and friendly. We sat ourselves and got water from the outdoor tap, which is filtered. I do wish the glasses were a bit bigger, but I can just bring my own water bottle next time. We got an order of the country fried steak, chorizo scramble and the breakfast sandwich. All was very tasty, unfortunately 2 of our plates had undercooked potatoes that were mostly black, we simply left those on the side and enjoyed the rest of our meal. read more

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Been here multiple times and the food has been consistently bomb. You order at the front and grab a table and the food comes out fresh and quick. I'm a huge fan of their pancakes specifically but everything on the menu so far has been solid. Indoor and outdoor seating available. read more

Cafe Topes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I have been going to this place since high school and it hits every single time. The weekend crowd was not too bad (there was a line out of the door, but still plenty of seating in the sun!). I always enjoy the beachside vibes of it all. Once you order, you find your seats and the food is brought out to you. My MUST is the French toast every single time - I don't think I've ever had one that beats this. With fresh fruit, butter, and syrup, the toast is an explosion of savory flavors that I miss already. Super nostalgic and just as good as high school :,) read more

Cafe Topes - French Toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

The restaurant is placed in the corner of the street and the line to order food is all the way out the door. Rule of thumb must order before sitting, my mistake! Staff are very friendly and efficient. I ordered the Crack'n Eggs with seasoned potatoes. Meat was tender and potatoes were crisp to perfection. Restaurant over all was lovely, loved the open concept. Made the space look bright and welcoming. Will go back again! read more

Cafe Topes - Crack'n Eggs - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Loved this place but jus a warning, breakfast ain't no joke, it's packed at that time! The BLT is worth the price and the side salad was a fav too! The ambiance is pretty chill but it is on a busy street and pretty lively on this corner. If you like crowds I would come here but more so for the food! Very fresh ingredients and jus delicious! read more

Cafe Topes - Such a great salad with simple ingredients. Jus the house salad, has almonds, feta, and cranberries - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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The food was amazing, came here for lunch and although it was pretty busy I just knew it was worth the wait. The service was so fast and the place had such a cute ambiance and peacefulness to it. 10/10 would go again! read more

Great outdoor seating for us and our dogs, friendly staff, and the food was wonderful. She even put some glitter on my coffee. read more

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Mmm..might be one of the worse avocado toasts I've ever had. There's so much that makes the amazing bread super soggy, and so hard to eat. Super bummed out as this was my first time here! The ambiance is beautiful but unfortunately no WiFi despite it being advertised as such on Yelp. The latte was yummy though, maybe I'll try again but get a different order? So disappointed read more

Cafe Topes - Avocado toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Loved this spot! Came across this place while looking at places to grab a bite to eat before visiting Flower Fields. There is street parking available. Unfortunately, they don't take reservations, and while it was busy the line moved pretty quickly. One orders at the counter first and then finds a seat (plenty of indoor and outdoor options). The menu had a great mix of sweet and savory items. I ended up getting veggie scramble, and it was HUGE - delicious, but I could barely finish it. Also tried the lavender latte, and it was so good. Get it iced. Super chill and laid back vibe with amazing staff and service. read more

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Cafe Topes exceeded my expectations like crazy. I came in with my collagen powder and asked if they could add it into my late when preparing my drink and they said yes with no hesitation (very rare with coffee shops) Their food was also very very good. Didn't taste like Cisco based bottom line bottom rung food fare. Special shout out to Callie for the excellent customer service. read more

Super cute vibe, service was great! Downtown Carlsbads! Want to try other foods on the menu forsure. read more

Cafe Topes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I was excited to try this place, especially based on the reviews. I'll list what I enjoyed first: *Yummy Potatoes *Flavorful Pancakes Here's what I didn't like: *Donuts were directly at the edge of the counter, uncovered, with what looked like "little fingerprints" in the frosting and flies on them. There was also a patron with a HUGE DOG that put its front legs onto the counter to sniff the donuts. I lost my appetite... *The "crack" (tri-tip) definitely lacked flavor, compared to the "crack" at the Seaside Market-where the meat comes from. *The Manho Arnold Palmer didn't taste like it had any mango in it at all. *The syrup is thick and tasted cheap. I definitely don't plan on ever returning. I regret the huge tip I left (I paid at the register when ordering before I got my food). read more

Cafe Topes - Exposed donuts-dog sniffed them. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Bustling brunch spot in Carlsbad! I came by Cafe Topes after finishing a glass blowing class around the corner. I had never been before but my friend said it was good - She was definitely right! They have a fun mix of classic brunch items (e.g. scrambles, egg sandwiches, pancakes) and unique food items/speciality lattes (the blueberry lemon ricotta pancakes we're calling my name, but maybe next time). I ended up ordering the Chorizo Benedict with hashbrowns. I enjoyed them but would mix it up next time since literally everything on the menu looked delicious. The line to order was pretty long when we went, but it went quickly and gave me time to peruse the menu. Didn't have any trouble finding a seat outside either. The restaurant itself is very cute and clean. Would return - Maybe for those blueberry lemon ricotta pancakes ;) read more

Cafe Topes - Eggs Chorizo Benedict - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Carlsbad, CA Order at the counter, food is brought out to self seated patio or indoor self seating. * Prices pictured on existing Yelp photos are not accurate. I forgot to take a picture of the menu. Long lines and a popular spot, tucked away in a mixed use residential neighborhood. Street parking. Coffee, even though Stumptown was average at best. The first cup came with grounds in it but the second cup was replaced per request and was better. We got a cup to go and I only took a few sips and tossed it. As a preface, I am super picky about breakfast because I feel I can almost make anything better than what I can get in a restaurant, and I am often disappointed, so my review may be overly critical. We have not eaten out for breakfast in a long time so this was a rarity. Crack Breakfast Burrito...eggs, steak, cheese potatoes...around $17 Steak was tender, chips and salsa were good. Forgot to ask for it not cut but whole and wrapped in foil or paper. The potatoes, especially on the side of the eggs benedict were fantastic. My husband enjoyed the Crack eggs benedict with steak, around the same price as the burrito, I took a bite and was not interested in another, although he enjoyed it. Overall, breakfast was pretty good. There is another breakfast burrito place in the area that I wanted to try, but I went with the request of my better half to try this spot for the first time while we were in the area. The breakfast satisfied, although my husband enjoyed this more than I. Pleasant and adequate service, they come to your table once to deliver the food and not again unless flagged down. read more

Cafe Topes - $17 and change Crack breakfast burrito, eggs, steak, cheese, potato 4 stars - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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WOW! So delicious, one of the best breakfast spots I've ever been to. The food was perfectly prepared, the staff was friendly, and the atmosphere was super cute. I would've taken a photo but we dug straight in. The coffee was also great!! read more

I have been here 3 or 4 times now, but only tried the cinnamon roll, dirty style. It is by far the best cinnamon roll that I have ever had and I have tried them all over the United States. It is gigantic, but it is delicious. The cream cheese frosting is outstanding, sweet, creamy. The roll itself is moist and tender, not stale, dry, and crusty like so many other places. The roll fills a large to go container, that is how large it is. It is so good that I could eat it all in one sitting. If you want the best cinnamon roll, go there and wait in the long lines, it is worth it. Hopefully they are not sold out before you get through the line. They mentioned that they have a partnership with The Goods donut place, and they do sell some of the donuts there as well. Those are some fantastic donuts. read more

Cafe Topes - That is a full size to go box, that is how big the cinnamon roll is. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Food was really good!! Super great coffee (presentation A+ ) as well and food came out super fast although line was pretty long and was stand still for a good while but ended up being worth it :) + read more

Cafe Topes - Horchata (?) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

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