Me and my girlfriend came here for breakfast, got the g.o.a.t. Points as a starter which is toast with goat cheese and apricot habanero jam, tasted fantastic then for breakfast we got the surfer burrito and the chilaquiles, both tasted great. Can't recommend enough. read more

1st time at Madi's and it's so good. Service was friendly (shout out to our waiter) and food was delicious, especially the blackberry pancakes. The ambiance is casual. There's seating inside and outside. Our wait time was about 30 min and we were there at about 11am. Parking is street parking, so be prepared for that. read more

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We had a reservation for party of 6 and were seated right on time! They did ask if we could wait another 15 minutes but when we told them our schedules didn't allow for that, they were quick to adjust and make it happen for us. There was some confusion with the ordering, as we thought that we had placed drink orders with one of the staff members who asked for our orders, but they never got put in & we had to re-order them with a different waiter who was actually assigned to our table. The food is solid here, but it's nothing crazy outstanding. The GOAT sandwich and the BASIC were both enjoyable. The environment is busy and welcoming, I can see it being a fun & cute brunch meet spot for friends, but it's not really worth waiting hours in line for. (We made a reservation the night before, but heard walk-ins get a wait time of 2 hours.) read more

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What a great spot for lunch! My friend and I decided to try this place for the first time while we were in the area, and it did not disappoint. We made a reservation for 12:15 on a Friday, and we were glad we did because there was already a wait when we arrived. Even with reservations, we waited about 10 minutes, but it was absolutely worth it. The food was delicious, and our waiter was incredibly helpful and attentive. I had the breakfast Chilaquiles Verde and my friend ordered the bowl, which was perfect for her since she has food allergies. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and well prepared. If I'm ever back in the area, I would definitely return! read more

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Found Madi online, and from the pictures, it looked like a casual brunch spot with wonderful aesthetics and a cool, new-retro diner feel. And they delivered! As soon as we walked in, I loved the vibe, from the wooden walls, to the pictures hanging in the bathroom, to the hanging indoor plants. However, Madi fell short in their service and food. We were told to wait 30 minutes for our table. Ended up only being 20 which was a nice surprise! However, as soon as we sat down, we were not welcomed in, no one to explain the menu, no one to offer water, and no one to even take our order. And when we finished, no one to offer the bill, and to-go boxes were all self-serve. Just seemed like there was no urgency! Everytime we needed something, we had to flag someone down, which even that took some effort. Automatic 4% Hospitality charge too. The food was fine with some unique flavor combinations. My G.O.A.T sandwich came with a wonderful sticky and spicy jam, but overall it was slightly dry and bready, the swiss cheese could have been meltier, and the egg yolk was already broken. The Greek Fries came with a bold tahini sauce, but even then, the chicken was dry and the fries were not crispy at all, but floppy, soggy, and chewy. Maybe we came on a bad day. Maybe we just ordered the wrong things. But I really am trying to give Madi the chance it obviously deserves! read more

Madi - The G.O.A.T, Greek Fries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Came here the Saturday before Mother's Day. The blackberry goat cheese pancakes were tasty and not too sweet. The chilaquiles verdes were good and they poached the eggs perfectly. No complaints about the surfer breakfast burrito. Mom loved her latte and I enjoyed a refreshing immunity shot. Service was not very good-- slow to refill coffee/forgetful, no energy, no personality, no care. Atmosphere was nice. read more

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

Super cool brunch spot! We took our daughter Madison to Madi for her B-Day and were not disappointed. The staff was really nice and on top of their game. We came early to get our name in, (a party of eight) Worth the wait, which gave us time to walk the neighborhood. The group had everything from the goat, Orange pancakes, to biscuits and gravy. We celebrated with mini churro waffle sticks and wow! The only suggestion and reason for a 4 v 5 is a simple fix. The coffee! Initially, the bottomless coffee was nice and hot, both refills were warm/cold. Darn and again an easy fix. Can't wait to go back. read more

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I recently had the pleasure of having lunch at Madi, a charming breakfast-and-lunch spot in San Diego that closes at 2 p.m. The space is super cute, and we enjoyed sitting out on their lovely patio. The highlight for me was building my own bowl with the freshest ingredients: baby spinach, baby arugula, hot honey chicken, pickled cabbage, tomato, pickled cucumbers, and avocado. The hot honey lemon vinaigrette was perfect--delicious with just the right balance of heat and sweetness. I also tasted the chilaquiles verde, which were absolutely delicious--fresh, flavorful, and cooked just right. Overall, everything tasted incredibly fresh and well-prepared. They also have a great drink selection, including iced tea and Mexican Coke. I highly recommend visiting on a weekday before the lunch rush. I'll definitely be back! read more

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MADI, MADI, MADI. I do not have enough words for how much I, and my friends and family, love Madi. If I could design the *perfect* brunch spot, this would be it. HOT TIPS: 1) make a reservation online before you go 2) if you're a pancake fiend, I HIGHLY recommend the orange cinnamon roll pancake! 3) if you're not gluten free like me, their Waffle Cinnamon Sticks are a crowd pleaser. As a gluten free girly, it is HARD to find anything except basic eggs and meat for brunch. And since brunch is a culture for us Californians, I am delighted that Madi exists... so I don't have to sit with my girls and watch with jealousy as they chomp away at something great. But here, they're so intentional to tell you what you can or cannot have on the menu. First off, I looove the ambiance. Huge curvy / wavy partitions complement vintage plaid, but in pastel colors like lilac, pastel yellow, and light lime green to make it modern. It's like a classic American diner brought into the Instagram age that's appealing to all: from teen-aged, to age 70 (my mom loves coming here). The BEST part about Madi, aside from its look, has GOT to be its Gluten Free Pancakes, okayyy! I *dream* about a yummy gluten free baked good, and honestly? It's rare to find. Madi not only makes them, they make 'em with INTENTION; I've gotten to meet the owner twice, and she was gracious enough to ask for feedback (it seems she spends a lot of time on R&D; she put in the werrk for this batch!). You can get a stack of pancakes, but I also *love* that you can get them separate. I tend to order two, just to taste different flavors, and I believe they're around $5 - $6 each. Not bad! I like ordering the lemon blueberry pancake gluten free, but OMGGG the gluten free orange cinnamon roll one??? When they added that on the menu, I near flipped the table over. It's sumptous: zesty from the orange; savory from the cinnamon. And OMG is it so, so good! I'm mostly dairy free, but let me tell you, I sacrifice my stomach for the dairy here. 'Cuz what's a pancake without a bit of butter smothered on top, with heaps of syrup? PRO TIP: Add an egg and meat on the side to balance your sweet with savory. They ask, bacon or sausage? The server was kind enough to tell me that the sausage may have gluten, so I went with bacon. Not a complaint from me! I also love their coffee flavors -- so inventive. Everything from a black sesame latte, to an ube matcha. Though their coffee flavor isn't strong how I like it, their flavors are fun and tasty with breakfast. And if you're not feelin' too sweet don't worry: the variety is impeccable here! Everything from savory breakfast (like a good breakfast burrito) to a nutritious lunch (like a build your own power bowl!). Madi is sure to please your whole group, no matter their palate. Good service is hard to find but here? They are so delightful! I LOVE how enthused they tend to be, their moods matching the brightness of this shop. The bathrooms are so, so fun too... upbeat decor! Just know there can be a line piling up to wait. Madi gets busy ESPECIALLY on the weekends, so make a reservation a few days in advance for weekdays, and WEEKS in advance on weekends with a group (People come here from out of town all the time). Parking here is the only downside. Situated in a neighborhood in Adams, these areas tend to get busy. I like to park by the school; otherwise, you may have to walk a few blocks. After a filling brunch like that, mark some time off to walk a few blocks in the neighborhood. You'll find: a shop of cool items a few doors down; a gallery / art studio, and even a house redesigned as a thrift shop with books for as low as $1 outside (on sale for a quarter to 50 cents when we went!). read more

Madi - Iced Salted Toffee Latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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A lovely birthday breakfast May 7th! Pancakes, eggs, bacon, Chai Tea, Latte's, If you are lucky you will have Grant for your waiter. He knows the menu backwards & forward. His service is excellent. read more

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Ooolala we love a good Valentine's Day brekkie!! We had a reservation for 8am and the line was out the door. But it was well worth the wait ladies and gents Honestly! I loved everything about this experience from the decor to the customer service to the delicious foods, but I was disappointed they ran out of the special Love Potion latte: chocolate mascarpone foam, raspberry, espresso, milk. SOUNDED LIKE HEAVEN ON EARTH that's why inside I was screaming oh well. I felt it was too early to run out of the latte. The ube matcha wasn't as ube flavored as I wanted it to be if I'm being honest. The foods were a generous portion. I had the rest of my G.O.A.T sandwich the next day. Loved the cheese and meats and potatoes. I scarfed those potatoes down like there was no tomorrow. Parking was a challenge so come early. Thank ya! Enjoy! read more

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The Madi is lively with cool music playing in the background, which gives the place a great ambiance. They have a dog-friendly patio, which is always a plus, and the staff was friendly and accommodating when we asked to move to a different seat. I ordered the lemon blueberry pancakes with eggs and sausage, and oh my gosh... it was delicious. The pancakes had the perfect lemon blueberry flavor, super fresh and served hot. The scrambled eggs were cooked perfectly to my liking and actually flavorful (which isn't always the case), and the sausage was big, juicy, and really tasty. This place is amazing. Five stars, ten stars, however you want to rate it. Highly recommend. read more

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Buttermilk pancakes were okay and the bacon was really good. I ordered the plain pancakes which came with 3 pancakes, butter, syrup, and I ordered a side of 2 pieces of bacon. I wouldn't get the pancakes again just because they were nothing special, but I would like to try something new next time, like the breakfast burrito which looks good. read more

Madi - Buttermilk pancakes, bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Food was delicious, I ordered a la carte 2 eggs, bacon, and 1 blueberry lemon pancake, with coffee. I love the atmosphere, vibe was chill, friendly and in a hip little area called Normal Heights. Our server was friendly and attentive. read more

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

Overall I thought the food was okay. I think I just learned I don't really like goat cheese, and mostly everything on the menu has goat cheese haha. The restaurant is very cute, though. A very instagrammable interior. The service is a little slow, but that's to be expected when you go to a restaurant during a busy hour. read more

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Came here today for the first time for a friend's birthday brunch. We were seated quickly on the patio on a gorgeous day! Service was great, and the food was delicious! Grant was super friendly and attentive. He had the best energy and made our experience so much better. Btw, I had the grilled cheese on sourdough + the motorbike! read more

Madi - Grilled Cheese Sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Delicious food in a pretty setting. They had a number of tables available for walking, only waited about 15 minutes at 10am on a Saturday morning. The portion size was inconsistent - the shakshuka was delicious, but only one egg and not much meat in it. We split but could have easily had the entire thing. A very light but flavorful tomato base, plus beans and meat. Served with a few pieces of pita and a crema that makes the dish. Saw a sandwich and the classic breakfast at another table, which were big portions. So it's a bit of a toss up. The blackberry + goat cheese pancake was good, studded with berries but just a small portion of goat cheese on top that was hidden under the butter. Not sure I'd order again but wouldn't tell someone not to. The fresh juice was tasty, only get the beet one if you like beets and ginger as those were the dominate flavors. Staff was all friendly and there is plenty of street parking in the surrounding area. read more

First stop after landing in SD was a brunch trip here at Madi. We made a reservation prior but also came in on a Wednesday so it wasn't terrible getting a table at all. Our server was great and really knew the menu. We started off with drinks and the blackberry goat cheese pancakes to share. Pancake was perfect-- not too sweet, fluffy and soft but with crispy outer edges. The goat cheese with the blackberry was a very nice addition and I'm so haply to have tried it! My friend and I split half of the GOAT and the white bean shakshuka and both were delicious. I really enjoyed the apricot habanero jam pairing with the cheese and arugula. The hint of sweetness really brings everything together. The crispy potatoes were also cooked perfectly! Soft warm inside with an incredibly crispy outer shell. Shakshuka was good and definitely very filling. It was tasty both with the carnitas and the subbed soyrizo for my vegetarian companion. The restaurant is cute with lots of sunlight coming through. Staff were all so kind and even brought out churros sticks for my friend's birthday! Those were delicious and we were completely stuffed. Would definitely come back to try their other plates! read more

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Cute brunch spot that's been on my list to try. We asked to sit in a corner table on the patio for more privacy, and they were able to easily accommodate our request. The indoor space is very aesthetic, but is on the cramped side in terms of the spacing between the tables. Super friendly staff from the host who sat us and our server, who checked in often. I did have to ask for small plates for our waffle churros appetizer since they did not automatically bring any, despite it being marked as a "shareable" menu item that also needed cutting. Small detail but no biggie. We were looking forward to trying the tiramisu and banana bread lattes that I saw online on what I suppose is now an outdated menu because they no longer offer either one. We ended up ordering an iced salted caramel toffee latte & a hot peppermint mocha latte. Both were pretty good; my salted caramel was a tad too sweet. As mentioned, we started off with their waffle churro sticks, which were so delicious and the favorite thing we ordered! My husband ordered the white bean shakshuka, while I got the corned beef hash & eggs. When asked how I wanted my eggs cooked, I requested over medium; however, my entree arrived with super runny over easy eggs when I cut into them. A slightly more disappointing lack of attention to detail, especially since it was specifically noted. The corned beef hash itself was underwhelming and overly fried. It seemed like a safe & "quick" diner menu item for them to serve, (given that the cook of my eggs was also rushed) that didn't fit in with the rest of their more thought out menu. The shakshuka was the tastier entree between the two. Portions were generous and sufficiently filling for brunch! read more

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A little late posting this, but we went to Madi for brunch not too long ago and really enjoyed it. We had to wait for a table since it's a popular spot, but once we were seated the service was great. They have a nice patio outside so if it's not too hot it's a great place to sit. I really liked the Bloody Mary. The Patty Melt was solid, and while the fries were just okay, the overall meal hit the spot. Also, the G.O.A.T. Points are definitely worth checking out. Definitely a place I'd go back to for brunch. read more

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Oh my good lord the white bean shakshuka is one of the best things I've ever eaten. The carnitas on top!!!!!!!!!!! I wish I was local to San Diego so I could try more things on this menu. We also shared some churro waffles (yum). Very cute space both inside and on the patio, and the servers are super personable. read more

Madi - White Bean Shakshuka - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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Great service and relaxed vibe, sat on the patio. I keep ordering the Shakshuka and need to branch out, it is so good I crave it. I have sampled those blueberry lemon pancakes and they are superb as well. The food is a real gem on Adams Avenue. read more

Madi - Bloody Mary - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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Overall great experience dining on the patio for brunch. I ordered the green shashuka and enjoyed their rendition. It felt like a healthy and filling choice with the addition of carnitas and beans. We also ordered the peach ricotta pancake, it was delicious but too sweet for us. The pitcher mimosa option is also perfect for a larger group. I think it's worth trying if you're visiting the area. read more

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Cool spot. Hip vibes, good coffee, and a very good menu that gave you a little bit of everything. Service was cool and the prices I thought were fair. Great place to bring out of town guest. read more

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Came in for a late breakfast. Place was cute. We were seated outdoors. I was immediately sold on trying the apricot habanero in the GOAT sandwich & have absolutely no regrets. The sandwich was rich in flavor, sitting on a toasty bun with a side of potatoes. My husband tried the chilaquiles that came with carnitas and he also enjoyed his meal. Someone else in our party tried the orange cinnamon pancakes. Everyone in our party really enjoyed their meals. read more

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The place is very trendy and cute. A very popular place. The space itself is kinda small. But otherwise the staff was lovely and service was fairly quick. The food was tasty and a good portion size. The hash browns were delicious and so was the sausage. The coffee tasted like Starbucks which really took me by surprise. Overall a good place to eat with an empty stomach and time to wait. read more

Madi - Brown sugar coffee - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

They have very fast service and amazing people to help you out I got the lemon blueberry pancakes read more

Madi - I got the lemon blueberry pancakes it was very yummy!! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Such a nice place! I thought this spot was great for brunch. We got seated pretty quickly, even on a Saturday without being on the waitlist, which was a nice surprise. The food was good overall , not anything super shocking or mind-blowing, but definitely enjoyable. I had the chilaquiles, which were solid (I've had better, but they were still good). The pancakes were delicious and not as sweet as I expected, in a good way :) My boyfriend got the chicken fried steak and liked it, though he also said it wasn't anything crazy. I'd still recommend checking it out, especially if you want a cute brunch spot to catch up and chat!! :) read more

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The service was nice, we had 2 servers and both were friendly! The decor is warm and inviting especially on a rainy day like this one. The food was subpar. My wife said the only thing hot was her eggs, the chicken fried steak was frozen definitely not homemade. The chilaquiles were decent, the chorizo was nice, the creme was flavorful but the discombobulated ingredients made it not a cohesive dish, also lacking warmth the dish was cold. Also, $70 for items not even homemade is definitely steep in my opinion. I would expect to pay that for fresh items not something warmed from a freezer. read more

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Great food!! So many healthy yummy options and also indulgent breakfasts like churro waffles. I got the potato breakfast tacos which were build your own and so amazing! We also got the biscuits and gravy and GOAT breakfast sandwich everyone loved their food. The restaurant is very new and modern and warm and inviting with both indoor and outdoor patio seating, we went at 9am and there was no wait but I have heard later in the day it's very busy. The wait staff was a little busy and rushed and not the friendliest but the food and atmosphere made up for it. 10/10 would recommend. read more

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Came here to catch up and celebrate a friend's birthday and the atmosphere is my favorite part. Lots of windows all around so very bright and welcoming. Decor is cute and very instagrammable! The food itself is just okay- I think it's pricey for what you're getting. I got the chicken fried steak and the toast was soggy and steak was too chewy and bland for my liking. However the Apple Jacks matcha was DELICIOUS!!!! Tasted exactly like the cereal with matcha mixed in it. I loved it!!! The service was also great. Our server noticed we were celebrating a birthday and gave us waffle sticks as a little treat! Very kind! read more

Madi - Chicken Fried Steak & Eggs, The Basic, Blackberry Goat Cheese Pancakes, apple jack matcha - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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Super friendly staff, and solid breakfast options. Love this place is super pet friendly as well. Puppy was offered water, however never arrived, and I asked for coffee refill that never arrived either read more

Madi - Ube matcha - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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- decently busy on a monday afternoon but we were still seated in a timely manner - the space, design of the menu, and identity of the restaurant in general was so fun and colorful - it made me want to come back to try their other drink and food offerings - food: the g.o.a.t sandwich was so yummy and hearty! the apricot and habanero jam added a balanced sweet and spicy flavor. and even substituting the goat cheese for swiss didn't compromise the overall taste - surprisingly the potatoes here were my favorite, they were crispy on the outside and buttery soft on the inside without feeling so oily, heavy, or heavily salted read more

Madi - the goat (swiss cheese instead of goat cheese) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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This place is ALWAYS busy. But somehow, we always get lucky and don't have to wait very long. This place has become my go to spot after hiking mission trails. The bathroom situation isn't the best though. There's always a line and there's only 2 bathrooms, but at least they're gender neutral. The space is a bit cramped but it's definitely lively. The food, AMAZING. Probably the best bread I've ever had at a brunch spot. I ordered the chicken fried steak even though I was craving pancakes. But the saddest part was when I tried my boyfriend's Cubano sandwich and immediately had food envy!! That Cubano sandwich was perfect! It was extremely flavorful, the bread had a nice crunch but didn't rip up your mouth, and the mustard really took it away. Paired with his Bloody Mary, it was the perfect brunch order. My chicken fried steak was a bit bland tbh but everything was cooked perfectly. The brioche French toast was a little on the soggy side. The vanilla bean latte was also very watered down. There isn't a strong coffee or vanilla taste. However, the service was quick and nice and that Cubano was so good I'm drooling thinking about it! I would still recommend this place but maybe not for their coffee. read more

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Obsessed with Madi's. Great for meat eaters and vegetarian, and vegan can build their own bowl (ie veggies, protein, sauces, etc). Fun mimosa menu and also have non alcoholic cocktails - definitely get a reservation because this place is popular on the weekends! They also do holiday special menus, fun to check out. Breakfast & lunch all day - casual but very attentive staff! Highly recommend the orange kale pineapple mimosa :) indoor table and booth seating, outdoor patio seating! read more

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After an early morning flight my husband and I were looking for a place to have breakfast Madi was the very first recommendation listed. We were greeted and seated as soon as we walked inside. Our server was really courteous and yielded excellent service. The menu was well balanced and variety for every preference. The orange pineapple kale mimosa was my favorite, it was fantastic along with my meal and coffee. The ambience is very laid back, open concept, welcoming, and vibrant. Madi was the perfect place to have breakfast; I highly recommend! read more

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This review is from my wife: We chose Madi for brunch to celebrate a bachelorette for a party of 11 and it was perfect. We were not rushed. The service was great. The server was really friendly and even chatted with our group. Got to try a few dishes and everything was good. Didn't hear any complaints from the other girls. Other than the espresso martini tasted just like coffee water. Wasn't that great compared to others I've had. It was very nice of the server to bring out a muffin with a candle for the bride to be. read more

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We had a reservation for this place at 8:30am on a Sunday. It was already pretty full at this time. We were quickly seated to our table and met with our server Grant. HE WAS EXCEPTIONAL. I ordered a vanilla bean latte and the blueberry lemon pancakes to eat and our table ordered the waffle churro sticks. I didn't expect to enjoy the jalapeno blackberry jam that came with the waffle churro but it was phenomenal with the maple cream cheese. If you're unsure give it a try, you might be pleasantly surprised like I was. The lemon blueberry pancakes with delicious as well and the serving size was good for the price. If you are in the neighborhood, I recommend giving this place a try. It's in a great location, the spot is so cute/trendy and the food is SO GOOD. read more

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What we ordered: * Mediterranean breakfast - a solid heslthy option. Hummus was the star with pita. The pickled cabbage was a nice change in flavor and all the veggies tasted fresh. 7/10 but wish I had ordered the added chicken. * Churro waffle sticks - well worth the trip. Order a 2nd one if you are planning on sharing. The two toppings worked really well together but some people may be off-putting by the Jalapeño jam. 9/10 * Cold brew - solid cold brew with some foam on top. Not very sweet but this is how I like it. 9/10 Service * Our server was very attentive and personable. * Food came out pretty quick and the staff always cleaned up pur plates and refilled drinks quickly Ambience * Small local breakfast place feel. * Outdoor seating with open air flowing through (nice but does bring in flies. They have devices to prevent flies from attacking food). * Very instagrammable decor and look to it (even the outside) read more

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The food was amazing! The ambiance was perfect. The service was fast and very friendly! Would recommend Madi to everyone in the area! My family of six was in and out of there in 30 minutes!! read more

Madi - Biscuits and gravy - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California