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    Kono's Cafe

    4.4 (2.3k reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    KONO'S CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Big Breakfast 1 (Pancakes)
    Jim D.

    This place hits the spot for a quick round of delicious food after a morning or afternoon day at the beach. I have not been here since they opened in the 90's and I'm glad this spot is still alive and kicking. The portions are generous and the staff cranked out our two dishes within 15 minutes. There are tables on the outside with a view of Crystal Pier and the beach. The tables inside gives you a view of the foot traffic on the boardwalk. Parking is tight around this area. We ended up paying for parking in the next block. I got the big breakfast number one. It is generous enough for two adults. Two pancakes, two strips of crispy bacon, English Muffin, potatoes covered in ooey and gooey mounds of cheese. It was tasty and hit the spot. My wife got the breakfast burrito. I washed my food down with a cup of OJ. They also have coffee but no decaf coffee. Here's the workflow, order at the counter, get a table, the staff will deliver your meal to your table inside or outside. From the outside it looks like a laid back beach restaurant, but the food prepared here is more than meets the eye. There is a reason there is usually a long line, the food sells itself. If you get the chance put this place on your hit list. Enjoy!

    Veggie Veggie Egg Scramble
    Megan Y.

    What a great spot! We came on a Sunday around 9:30 and found parking a couple blocks away. Definitely recommend going across the way to eat, and they'll bring your food out so you don't need to stand around waiting. The line moved pretty fast, even when it wrapped around the outside we only waited around 20 min to order and then another 15 or so for our food to come out. Man, is it a hefty plate. I got the veggie scramble with ham, and my group also got two burritos. Everything was so insanely filling, and I couldn't even finish half my plate before being stuffed. So worth it and I'm definitely coming back!

    Dirty matcha
    Sarah B.

    I've been here several times, and their coffee and matcha have always been great. I had a dirty matcha today, and it was delicious. The baristas are friendly and efficient, and the view is perfect.

    Bagel and fruit
    Taelyr V.

    I have lived in San Diego my entire 3 decades of life and Konos has always been a beach staple, and now I know why! The inside itself is very small with scattered tables and a walk up window. It has a similar lay out to a taco shop. This place is always packed with a long line, but it makes sense with how small it is. We got a Big Breakfast 1 and a Bagel and Fruit. The prices were more then fair as well, great deal! The staff were super kind and we had great interactions. We sat out on the Patio and it was such a beautiful day! A staff member brought out our breakfast and it was gorgeous!! The potatoes were so good, cheesy with fresh veggies I absolutely loved them! The pancakes were so soft and delicious, and the bacon was cooked perfectly. I also enjoyed the English muffin! I didn't get eggs, since I have an intolerance but I couldn't even finish what I had. The fruit cup was good, not fully ripe though. The bagel and cream cheese was also really good! Overall this was an amazing spot and I fully understand the hype! Delicious food and great atmosphere.

    Delanie P.

    Kono's Cafe lives up to the hype.We got there around 9 AM and the line was already out the door, which usually makes me second guess a place... but this one is worth it. The line moves pretty quick and there's plenty of seating in and around the cafe, plus some great spots right by the beach. I ordered the French toast with bacon, my wife got a burrito, both were so freaking good. Simple, solid breakfast done really well. Super popular for a reason. Great food, great location, and a fun beachy vibe. Highly recommend if you're in the area.

    My half portion of our Egg Burrito #1 ($6.95). Delicious!
    Sue D.

    04/03/2026 For the past three or four visits, we've come here specifically for the Egg Burrito #1. Today, we decided on our usual, but it wasn't as satisfying as before. The burrito was very bland, had less avocado, and lacked enough filling to give it that substantial, "full-grip" feel. Service: Martin was the one who brought us our order and greeted us with a smile, saying, "It's nice to see you again!" The feeling was mutual.

    Big Breakfast 2 (French Toast) **split
    Kathryn S.

    Stopped by Kono's Cafe again! It's honestly one of those local gem spots that serves that classic California beach breakfast. Places like this never go out of style here in SoCal. Prices are super reasonable for PB too especially for the BIG portions! We got the French toast breakfast special, Big Breakfast #2 (split). It's a classic breakfast, simple, perfectly cooked, and the right amount of flavor all around. Service is always warm and welcoming with a smile at the counter even with the crowd they tent to get. Not to mention the patio seating is a huge bonus! nothing beats eating outside with that beach breeze. A classic loved local spot. I'll always be back.

    Big Breakfast 2 (French Toast)
    Jafet C.

    My favorite place for breakfast I've been coming to this place for five years, and it remains one of my favorites in the area.

    Big Breakfast 1 (Pancakes)
    Carlos R.

    Here at my spot grabbing a breakfast #1 and breakfast #2 plate with OJ!!! This spot is one of my go to's for breakfast!!!

    This was the Little Breakfast  seriously 2 ppl Can eat off of this plate. It was soo good
    Suzie C.

    This was a great little breakfast spot! Very close to the beach! The staff was friendly and the food was great and tasty! I really loved their potatoes!!! Don't be fooled by the "little breakfast" it's enough to feed 2 hungry ppl! LoL! I was not disappointed tho! Great spot but get there early to find a place to find seating as it does get busy. We went on a weekday and it was still busy. There's nice paths to go for a walk on the beach and alot of little shops too. Will definitely come and eat here again!

    Chantel C.

    Nothing beats breakfast with a view. Straightforward menu, great corner location, friendly welcoming staff and decent pricing. Saw this place on my search for breakfast with a view and based on the line I chose the right place. Quaint seating inside, patio out back and just across the way is a patio with a view of the best waves. I ordered French toast, bacon and hot chocolate. First bite felt like Saturday morning with the family; and the paper plate not only practical but nostaligc. French toast was sweet bacon crispy and but chocolate was creamy. I could sit there all day and watch the waves.

    Mission Beach Boardwalk to Pacific Beach when in San Diego, CA, be sure to stop at Kono's Cafe for breakfast or a latte
    Olga M.

    If you're ever doing the Mission Beach Boardwalk to Pacific Beach when in San Diego, CA, be sure to stop at Kono's Cafe for breakfast or a latte. Kono's has indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor seating is across from the restaurant with ocean views. You can also walk to the beach from Kono's Cafe deck. We started our workout about 10am and the weather was at 78 degrees so nice this time of year. We ordered the breakfast burrito #3 with bacon, potatoes , eggs and cheese and the Big Breakfast #2 with French toast, eggs, bacon, potatoes etc. I rate the food 4.5/5 stars. Check it out when in the area! Happy Yelping :)

    Anita M.

    I ordered the #5 burrito and the service was very friendly. The line moves fast and you'll order at the counter. They didn't ask if our meal would be for there or to go, though the staff were super friendly & bagged it for us when we received the order. I felt the flavor was lacking compared to other breakfast burritos I've had. It was mostly scrambled egg inside. I was also expecting pico in the burrito but it actually comes on the side. Some tables inside. It's a cute beach cafe.

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    The best straight forward all American breakfast in the area. Prices are perfect for the portions. Can't go wrong with Kono's

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    When my brother comes to visit from his overseas job we always meet up here, we love the food the view and the vibe, highly recommend!

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    Ask the Community - Kono's Cafe

    Are kids allowed to eat here?

    Yes kids are allowed to eat here. It's an awesome place. Food is amazingly delicious. 😋

    So is it or is it not dog Friendly? It does say it is above.

    Yes, you can sit outside in a couple different areas, and I believe they will let you have them inside as well! Cheers!

    Is there a dog menu?

    No dogs allowed.

    Do they have mimosas?

    No :(

    Can u bring a dog?

    There is outdoor seating so I’m sure your dog would be fine out there.

    Are there gluten free options?

    Nope!

    Is this a place you can do work on a laptop with wifi?

    Don't think they have WIFI although I have seen people working on there last tips eating breakfast!

    I have Celiac. Are there any gluten free options?

    They do have selections that can easily be made gluten-free

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    Best turkey sandwich. Get the turkey sandwich…read more Okay other stuff... sandwich comes with a side and you should get the cauliflower salad to go with it. It's a big place with multiple indoor/outdoor seating options. Cute. We ate there every morning for breakfast because it's the best option nearby and opens early. It has baked goods, all do the coffee options, a full bar that opens later in the day, and good prepared meals. Didn't like the waffle as much as I thought I would, maybe 4 or 5 on the star scale. The fruit, whipped cream, and syrup for it were solid. My friends tried chai bowls, fresh fruit, banana bread, breakfast burritos, and other pastries if not enjoying the (delicious!!!) turkey sandwich. I did find myself wishing there were fresh juice options. A fresh OJ or green juice would have hit the spot and I couldn't find plain fresh squeezed I the area. All and all, super delighted by this find and scores a 5.

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    I was looking for a beach cafe, and Palmys fit the vibe I was going for. Not to mention, they offer…read morea variety of breakfast meals and lunch items. I went for a late productivity session at around 2PM, and there were plenty of seats on the patio, I even some patio couches and limited seating inside. Though it doesn't exactly face the beach, the layout is very nice and gives off a beachy vibe anyway! I enjoyed their Lavender Latte, hot. It had a nice balance of coffee and milk, with the lavender not too strong. The sweetness was balanced well. I also munched on a cheeseburger, which I could only eat a little of it since it was quite heavy. I did eat a lot of the tater tots that came on the side, as they were deliciously seasoned and needed to be eaten while it was crispy. The service was great; I was checked up on my order and staff were constantly going around to buss the tables. I felt productive here and look forward to coming another time when I can!

    Really wished things went better here. I came for the location/vibe and reading many reviews…read moreindicating the menu was allergen friendly. Pro's: -as expected the look of the cafe and seating area is great. -Staff friendly despite it being a busy Sunday -Cold brew was good Con's: -Wait time for food -issue with order and allergen I asked for no dairy on the breakfast burrito. Staff suggested changing the chorizo for vegan chorizo (which I suppose they were assuming I was vegan?). I'd like to say this may have thrown them off but I clearly stated again I was allergic only to dairy so no milk products. Food took forever. It was a very busy Sunday so not completely surprised. Diving into food it wasn't until 75% through meal realized they had put cheese on the burrito :/ For those with allergies, despite the other reviews, be careful. Staff should be better educated and note requests better. Disappointed this spot didn't work out better.

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    A cute little coffee shop! Small and tropical atmosphere. It is set up like a bar with bar stools…read moreand only a few tables but it is very cute. I ordered a dirty chai and zucchini bread. My zucchini bread was good! Not dry or tasteless and I am pretty picky about my zucchini bread. My dirty chai was a little disappointing, I got no chai taste but the coffee was really delicious! Will come back to try some more items.

    I am a local and usually go to the coffee shop that's located in the gas station on Ingraham, but I…read moredecided to come here today. I had been here one other time and hated it, but decided to give it another try. I ordered two honey salted lattes. After waiting about five minutes, the girl called my name and handed me one hot latte. I told her I had ordered two, and she said the ticket only showed one, but then proceeded to make the other drink. She poured the hot drink into two cold cups and added ice. I asked if they had any espresso in them because the color was basically just milk. She said, "Oh, I forgot," then proceeded to pour a shot of espresso on top of the already diluted coffee. I tasted it and asked if there was any honey or salt. She said I had ordered a vanilla latte, which I didn't. She finally handed me a "salted honey latte," and it was gross and tasted like milk. I almost asked for a refund, but after three attempts, I just walked out. Don't come here--horrible.

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