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    OB Surf Lodge

    4.0 (1k reviews)
    Closed 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Patio
    Summer L.

    This was such a fun place to come to for a delicious brunch in Ocean Beach! They have both inside and outside seating, and are dog-friendly (with a special menu just for your furry friend). The outdoor seating seems more like group seating -- there were some 2-4 person tables but a majority of the patio was bar-like seating (as seen in the picture of the view). Speaking of, the patio also has a really nice view of the ocean!! My boyfriend ordered the Steak and Eggs and I ordered the Dave's Breakfast. Our server was incredibly nice and friendly, ensuring to answer any questions we had about the menu in a knowledgeable way! I felt that it did take a little while for the food to come out (but it was also fairly busy so that's fine). The portion sizes were pretty large in my opinion -- I could not finish everything and had enough to take home as a second meal. Everything was also pretty flavorful, including their house made jam! Overall, the experience was really great and we will definitely recommend giving this spot a try if you are ever in the area!

    Biscuit board with 3 different biscuits and flavored butters.
    Mike M.

    Loved our Sunday brunch here. Reservation are definitely helpful but not mandatory. The place is wide open with the window walls letting in the nearby ocean breeze. Beautiful water view from most tables. Service was excellent. Lots of both healthy and decadent choices. I had the carnitas Benedict and subbed in one of their jalapeño cheese biscuits for the English muffin. Delicious and a huge meal. I even bought a t-shirt as a souvenir.

    Fried goat cheese salad with seared ahi tuna
    Kate F.

    They are right by OB beach and do have a large outdoor seating area with views of the water. I got the fried goat cheese salad and added on seared ahi. I really enjoyed it and would get it again . The tuna was seared perfectly and the salad had a great combo of flavors and who doesn't love fried goat cheese. We got the candied bacon to start which came with three slices and we would have described it as closer to a pork belly than bacon. My friends liked the mac and cheese. The Mediterranean wrap and burger got so so reviews. Our service was a little slow but we were a table of 10 so that tends to happen when you have a large group. They are dog friendly

    CARNIVOROUS SCRAMBLE
    Stephanie S.

    Pleasantly surprised with OB Surf Lodge. We got there as it opened since I'm an early riser. By 9:30 there was a line to get a seat. Great view from our table of the water. There was chill oldies music not blasting in our ears so easy to make conversation. My partner got the Dave's combo and I got the carnivore scramble. Both were delicious. The bacon was perfectly thick (make sure to ask for it crispy). My carnivore was perfect but huge. I will be going back to try the biscuits and gravy we got a jalapeño biscuit to try and it was good.

    Protein, pancake
    Chinyere E.

    I had a really great experience at OB Surf Lodge, especially because of the service and location. The service was amazing, and the staff made everything easy and welcoming from the moment we got there. The view is also a huge plus. Being right across from the beach made the whole experience even better. We had just gone surfing, and it was perfect that they were open early. We did not have to wait at all to be seated, which was a big win. They had a new special at the time, the protein pancake, so I decided to try it. In my opinion, it did taste like a typical protein pancake. It was still good, just not something I would personally order again. It was around twenty something dollars and a decent size, but it did not really fill us up before heading back out to surf. Overall, the service, location, and convenience really stood out. Next time, I would probably try something different on the menu, but it is still a great spot, especially if you are coming from the beach.

    "Bread Pudding"
    Mari S.

    Initially, the Customer Service was great, friendly host and server. However, our serve (as sweet as she was) didn't really tend to us adequately. Our food was average, nothing to warrant seconds- I feel like the cost should reflect the taste. My Ahí Tuna tacos were beyond bland. However, the main event as to what lead me to this review was the "bread pudding". This was NOT bread pudding. This was glorified cake smothered in over indulgent sauce. The texture is not of what one would expect of bread pudding and all I tasted was sugat upon sugar. This was the one thing I was most looking forward to and extremely dissatisfied with. Albeit, this was the first time me visiting, so hoping it was a glitch, of sorts. However, not sure I'd go again.

    Ron V.

    Surprise! GREAT VIBE! Randomly pulled up with some friends I used to work with for lunch, and the shenanigans they let us have here was absolutely perfect! Pup friendly! Staff is super friendly! Food here hits the spot! We're near the water, so i had to get some kind of seafood goin on the salad !!!One of the ladies helped my homegirls out with the menu while showing our pup some luv. Will definitely make this place a regular stop whenever I'm in the area!

    The "Holly Berry".
    Pete T.

    OB Surf Lodge is one of our favorite spots when we crave breakfast (Waterfront and Broken Yolk are the others). Four of us were looking forward to a great breakfast and we found it at the Surf Lodge. We rolled into OB Surf Lodge just after they opened. We found seats at the bar on "the hook". The lovely and super cool Natalie was our bartender/server. We started with drinks. Bloody Marys for our friends, a Calidad Lager for me and Becky was intrigued by the seasonal drink The Holly Berry. (Cutwater Vodka, Pama Pomegranate Liqueur, Rosemary Simple Syrup, Cranberry Juice). She asked Natalie about it. Natalie said it was brand new to the menu so she hadn't yet tried it, nor had she made one yet. So this was the first! It was a pretty drink, garnished with an entire Christmas tree (rosemary sprig). Bex loved it! Well done Natalie! For food our friends split the Chicken Fried Steak with over easy eggs. (8oz Skirt Steak, Cremini Mushroom Gravy or Sausage Gravy, Two Eggs (Any Style), Sourdough, Breakfast Potatoes). Bex and I followed suit, but with scrambled. The kitchen split both into two plates for us. (Sausage gravy was everyone's choice). I added a biscuit with sausage gravy. Everybody absolutely loved their food. It was all perfectly executed. The Surf Lodge housemade biscuits are the best I've had. They are huge! They are really dense and hold up to the gravy, yet they are not heavy. I devored the entire thing and did not go into a food coma. Natalie was fantastic. Breakfast was fantastic.

    Break biscuit sandwich
    Kaitlyn W.

    We enjoyed a lovely Sunday breakfast here today and loved every part of it. Our waitress Brooke was busy but made sure we were taken care of. The barista made our coffees quickly and they were so good!! The hostess was sweet enough to clear a spot for us to enjoy a view of the water. The food was great, we weren't expecting the BBQ flavor from the candied bacon but we enjoyed our entrees.

    Bacon maple bourbon coffee
    Danielle B.

    Such a great spot for brunch watching the ocean and people go by. The menu had something for everyone. The biscuit board was above expectations and definitely for more than 2 people to share. The drinks were creative and tasted great. The lobster Benedict was fresh and the hollandaise sauce was super fluffy which was a most welcome experience than the thick and heavy I usually get from a restaurant. Would definitely come back.

    Chilaquiles
    Jessica S.

    I've been to this place a couple times and I'm always impressed by the food. These crab cakes were so big and delicious, I actually stuck my leftovers in an insulated bag with ice packs and drove them all the way back to Phoenix, AZ, so I could enjoy them. What makes them special for me is that there are big chunks of hearty bacon lardons that add saltiness and texture to the dish. They aren't in the crab cakes, but when paired with a bite of crab cake or the arugula salad, it's delicious. I also had a couple of their cocktail called The Pepino. It's a fresh, thirst-quenching drink with cucumber and gin. I highly recommend it. As you can see from the drink photo, you cannot beat the views at this place. There are inside seating options, but the patio overlooks Ocean Beach. It's great for people watching and enjoying a sunset. This particular trip, I did find the service to be lacking. It wasn't particularly busy when I visited, so unclear on why that was. My waiter was nice, but didn't come back and check in except once to refresh drinks, which was especially frustrating when my food came out before I'd been given silverware. It was excruciating to look at this beautiful meal and wait to eat it. I eventually had to get up and go find someone (not my waiter) to give me silverware. The person's tone and the expression on their face when I made this request seemed more like I was asking for my dish to be re-made instead of simply asking for a fork. But the food and drinks more than made up for the lackluster service.

    Ayled Z.

    The location cannot be beat. The food was amazing. So filling. The waitresses were nice and attentive despite being super busy. I noticed all the windows and doors were open allowing for the breeze to come in but it does get cold because of it. It felt like a wind tunnel

    Dog menu
    jon d.

    A must go to breakfast spot! Whenever my fiancé and I come to San Diego, this is top of the list of places to visit. There is free parking within a minute away of walking. Love that they are pet friendly and have a dog menu! The food portions are very generous. I love the break biscuit sandwich! Service is always great, very friendly and accommodating. The ocean view is to die for, definitely worth checking out. Still trying to figure out how they make all their coffee drinks so good...specifically the white chocolate mocha.

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    This space is amazing, good food, good drinks, great service AT THE BEACH. It's always a fun time and never have to wait too long. Love it!

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    Ask the Community - OB Surf Lodge

    My granddaughter has celiac disease. Do you offer any gluten-free options?

    Yes, we have numerous options, from power bowls, breakfast items, salads, and burgers. Please inform your server of any dietary restrictions upon ordering.

    What vegan options do you have?

    Hi there! We currently offer the Roasted Veggie Bowl and Power Bowl, along with a few other items that can be modified to fit your dietary restrictions.

    Are there gluten free / dairy free options?

    Yes, we have numerous options. Your server will be able to walk you through the menu and let you know the options.

    Do they allow dogs in strollers?

    Yes! They are extremely dog friendly and would allow dog in strollers or on-leash.

    What's are the specials for sunset happy hour?

    Our current specials are $5 select drafts and wine, $8 select small plates, and $10 specialty cocktails

    Do you have reservations?

    We currently do not accept reservations.

    Are you pet friendly?

    Yes! Our patios are pet friendly.

    Serve breakfast all day?

    Hi Leo, during the week we serve breakfast until 1PM and a lunch menu with limited breakfast options until 5PM. On the weekends brunch is served until 3PM. Hope this helps!

    Are there televisions on the outside patio?

    Yes there is one large 70 inch and the second would be located behind bar which can be viewed along the outside bar top.

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