Delicious burger and lots of options for gluten free and sides. The chicken shawarma with hummus was great too. Cool vibe

This spot has always been one of my go to spots to enjoy a light bite while working and typically ending with a glass of wine as well. During the morning and afternoon there are typically quite a few people working here and I will say their wifi connection is great so why not get out of the house for a few hours and work from a different spot for anyone who works from home. The most recent time I went I decided to go for something simple and did the plain avocado toast and added some scrambled eggs and a side of bacon to have something easy to snack on. I have also tried their eggs benedict for brunch as well but I really love their dinner menu but I always seem to be here a little too early for that one. I will have to come back for dinner soon, I love the vibe with indoor and outdoor seating options and the spot is dog friendly which I always love! read more

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If you're looking for a brunch spot by the beach, no reservation necessary, Second Nature will always be that place! They've got a stacked menu and bottomless mimosas if desired. Service is fast and you're not waiting long for food to come out once ordered. Their short rib with the chimichurri was the highlight for our group and the plate with eggs is a large portion! Definitely could be shared. Love coming back every time. read more

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We really enjoyed Second Nature. We were visiting San Diego and wanted something healthier for breakfast than our previous choice (Olive Cafe, which was quite greasy). Second Nature's excellent Yelp reviews and aesthetically pleasing website and images compelled us to stop by. The ambiance is really nice. It's very beachy and the indoor-outdoor environment is really nice. We sat outside which was so refreshing! Katie was our server, she was the epitome of a great server. Friendly, helpful and attentive. The menu is not that of your typical restaurant, there's so many different options such as Vegan and other "healthier" options. The food was a mixed bag but mostly positive. I thought my iced coffee was a bit too strong. However, the food was mostly OK. My Mom got the Basic Breakfast which she really enjoyed. My Dad got the Cali Brah Omelet which he loved, I snuck a bite and it was really good. I got the Lox Benedict which I didn't really love, the Lox had a weird texture to me. I ordered the Mixed Berry French Toast as a replacement and it was absolutely amazing. Sweet and soft! One thing I loved was how beautifully everything was presented. Overall, I would definitely come back to Second Nature. Beautiful atmosphere, a very sweet server and mostly good food, presented beautifully. read more

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Overall enjoyed our experience at second nature! They have a very modern and cozy outdoor patio (with heaters), making it a nice place to catch up with friends. Lots of healthy food options -- tasted good too! Have had better American type cuisine but it was tasty nonetheless. Server was wonderful and service was fast and accurate! Overall, would recommend especially if you're looking for a more casual vibe or a lighter/healthier option for eating out. read more

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Stopped by this spot on a slow Monday night for a bite. We seated ourselves on their nice outdoor patio with two other tables at the time and a few people at the bar. We saw a number of staff behind the bar working but it did take a solid 5 minutes for someone to come to our table. We were finally given menus and water and were able to order. I ordered the ginger turmeric juice, which I found to taste overwhelmingly like plain orange juice. Would not recommend getting that if you wanted a more ginger and/or turmeric taste like the name of the drink suggests. For food, we ordered the cheeseburger, named "The Best Burger in North PB" and the Grilled Chicken Shawarma. We ended up fighting over the burger, because although on the greasier side, it was tasty. Note that any side for the burger is extra, including fries. The grilled chicken shawarma was a big disappointment for us. The plate had a lot of food, but it was filled with mostly quinoa and lettuce. They gave us probably a quarter of a chicken breast to eat - very disappointing for the price. Ultimately, I am happy I tried this place because it does look good and is typically fairly busy, but I would not go again after dining here myself. read more

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Came for breakfast around 10:45am on a Saturday morning with a friend and were seated immediately on the patio. After viewing the menu, I got the Benedict Artichoke and some mango juice, while my friend got banana walnut pancakes, a side of bacon, and an OJ. It took a bit of time for the food to come up but it was a good temperature when we got it. As soon as my plate was in front of me, I noticed a hair in my ketchup. The server quickly apologized and replaced it with another. No harm, no foul. There were dogs everywhere, and this stuff happens. Besides, no one in the good industry ever intentionally puts a hair on food (or so we hope!) Anyway... on to the food! The potatoes were freaking awesome. They had a very nice crunchy texture with great flavor that didn't need the ketchup anyway! The eggs were well cooked and the Artichoke cakes were a lovely taste and texture as well. My friend's pancakes were loaded with walnuts and bananas and looked quite fluffy. We both finished our plates and were very full. I haven't had juice in a while and the mango juice was thick and delicious. This place is very dog friendly. I was also getting my serotonin and dopamine boosts as several of the patrons let me pet their pups! Overall it was a great experience and I look forward to coming back to try more. read more

Ordered Wild Caught Salmon Quinoa Plate -- The salmon was tasty and i liked the green herb tossed quinoa with lemon caper sauce, and grilled lemon, but need MORE SAUCE. I normally don't care for pickles and dill but it worked out fine in this case. I ordered a side of fries to go with my healthy food just to be naughty! Will have to try the vegetarian/vegan options--HH ends at 5 pm (?), earlier than what the website says--and I think it's $2 to $3 off appetizers. Outdoor seating mostly. read more

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Solid lunch or brunch spot. I love coming here when I don't feel like cooking but want something healthy. Great wine choices and even better food options! I recommend ordering a few entrees and sharing them with friends. The service can be slow sometimes, but the food makes up for it. Also, very dog friendly! So many cute puppers whenever I come here read more

What would be a fitting next stop after a beautiful day bonding with nature? Second Nature! This is a fun Vegan and Vegetarian establishment serving delicious food and drinks to health conscious locals and Yelp loving tourists like us in a very laid back atmosphere. Second Nature is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It has a lovely open bar and a huge outdoor patio with heaters.There is seating by the main road as well. The HH food with $9 apps ( served 2 pm to close)was amazing. We opted for the Vegan Hot Wangs which were magnificent mushroom masterpieces in this beautiful Parmesan cheese sauce fried perfectly and then dipped in hot sauce. The Vegan hummus platter was really good. Fresh ground green hummus, warm pita, kalamata olives, yum pickled red onions and the cucumbers with this awesome spicy mix sprinkle; plus the teeny juicy tomatoes with olive oil on top. The artichoke cakes were ok. The breakfast menu photos with the açaí bowls and the egg dishes looked very tempting as did the salads. I got a hot hot hot chai latte that was delicious. My friend got a latte with oat milk and she enjoyed it. Our server Kathy was great. Very patient, very cool and she took really good care of us. The 2 lady bartenders were smiling and chill. Second Nature, second to none! read more

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It's the little things that can make for a good experience... or a not so good one. With the overwhelming options to grab a good burger in PB, I'd probably look further than Sexond Nature. The food overall is good here. The "best burger in north pb" is the exception. Overcooked, soggy and for the price tag, doesn't come with a side. First time I ordered a burger to dine-in it was spot on. Ordered a burger another time for take-out. Got home. No fries. Those are extra. Burger was overcooked again. STILL willing to give it a third shot. Burger again was overcooked and fries were pretty dismal for a $60 meal. Short rib is great here and the curry as well the salads. Service is always on point, not much room for improvement there at all. Environment is great. Enjoyable to be there. Good beer and wine options for a local eatery. read more

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Loved the cauliflower tacos!! Local taps are fantastic. Love the dog friendly outdoor patio. Great place to meet friends

Great food & service! Love the location and outdoor seating! The latte was yummy too. read more

Second Nature - Chilaquiles & No Egg Scramble - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

I stumbled upon this place while visiting my daughter in San Diego. We ordered a simple breakfast and found that the food was good. However, the service was terrible. We had a waitress who abandoned us, so the second waitress came in wasn't any better than the first one... When we had asked for to go boxes, she literally asked "did you want me to walk all the way around the bar to go get you a box". I don't know I just found that to be quite rude. It's unfortunate because the food was really good. read more

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I've been here before and enjoyed my meals. I went back a few days ago. They must have been having an off day. I ordered a Chai latte. The milk was a little sour. I should have sent it back. I ordered the South La Jolla Burrito. I took a bite and wondered if there were supposed to be eggs in it. I opened it and there only two tidbits of eggs but a lot of potatoes. Again, I should have sent it back. The last thing we ordered was a lava cake. Unfortunately, it was served straight out of the refrigerator. When we asked if it was supposed to be cold, the server offered to bring another one, but my friend asked to be comped instead. I might give SN another try, but will be sending things back if they aren't prepared properly. read more

Wanted to try a "new to me" place and stopped at Second Nature for dinner. I'll start with the positive, I think the chicken lettuce wraps are pretty good. Unfortunately that's where it ends. There was basically no service, we had to retrieve our own silverware, napkins, share plates and boxes. I would be a little lenient if it was a busy night but it wasn't and we could see staff on their phones. There was also a roach behind the bar that was pointed out and stomped on. I won't be back. read more

Second nature is a super comfy, healthy fare restaurant. Try Soup of the Day-which was the thick and creamy tomato bisque. Grilled cauliflower app is tasty and shareable. I ordered the Thai coconut entree which could have used a bit more spice heat but plenty of vegetables and creamy coconut milk. Wednesday is wine day so get a good deal. Would come back here often. read more

Second Nature - Comfy surroundings await! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

great organic burgers, always juicy, w/ quick friendly service. I sometimes dine in but frequently order take out. Ive tried several dishes here including the salmon, artichoke cakes, quinoa bowl, cauliflower. They are all good read more

Excellent Cappuccino. I was passing by around 4:30 pm and needed a coffee badly. Their service was very fast for a take away cappuccino and the coffee smelled amazing. Good quality coffee for sure. Will definitely grab another cup or maybe sit down for some good the next time around. read more

The best type of surprise- when you don't expect it to be that good and then it's incredible! A lot of awesome wholesome fresh food options! The chicken buddah bowl was delicious and outdoor area was so pleasant read more

Second Nature - Chicken bowl - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Very nice decor! The staff were friendly and very helpful with the menu. I got the salmon Benedict which was amazing! My wife was craving French toast. While they didn't have gluten free bread, they did have gf buns! The kitchen made some gluten free French toast with a hamburger bun! Not bad either! Probably would have been better if the bun was smashed first, but not gonna fault the thought and willingness to try it. That is truly going the extra step to make the customer happy! read more

Good food with some vegetarian and vegan options. We had the cauliflower tacos and the coconut curry. Surprisingly , tofu was the most expensive protein option. Good drinks and friendly atmosphere very dog friendly. #noregrets read more

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Chose this place for brunch with a friend because they have a lot of vegetarian options, and I was highly impressed! We came here a bit on the earlier side (9am) so we could more easily find street parking, as we suspected this area of PB would get busy during mid morning. We were able to find parking easily at 9am! and we did find that the street did get more busy as the day went on. Inside was clean and airy, windows were all open since it was nice out! The only thing was there were flies buzzing around us at times, so we sometimes had to swat some away. But that is kinda expected since all windows were open. There was plenty of seating in the morning, so we seated ourselves. Service was really great! The servers were fast and attentive. Our drinks came out fast and food came some time later, we didn't mind the wait because we were chatting the whole time. Their menu had typical brunch dishes, most of which was vegetarian. My friend is vegetarian, so it was perfect for her. Even though I am not vegetarian, I still really enjoyed my food! Overall, the food was super wholesome, yummy, and filling! food ordered: - South La Jolla Burrito: this burrito is huge! I got full off of 1/2, so it was hearty. It was stuffed with eggs, fajita veggies, avocado, and breakfast potatoes. I loved the addition of potatoes, they were super flavorful! Comes with a side of chips and salsa. The chips tasted homemade and had a satisfying crispy texture. - Veggie Omelet: My friend got this dish, and it also looked hearty! Came with plenty of breakfast potatoes, and a side of toast. - Iced Americano: It tasted more on the roasty side, which I love. I got half and half and sugar on the side. - Latte with Oat Milk: My friend got this, and it had really cute latte art! the cup was huge lol. Food was great, environment was super open and welcoming, a great place to have brunch with friends (vegetarian or not) and I would definitely return to try another dish! read more

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Brunch here is really good! I got the lox toast and it was super tasty. The salmon didn't taste fishy at all which is great. Service was good and the location and interior is super cute. I would definately come back. read more

"Fresh, tasty, and colorful vegan choices are on offer, accompanied by craft beers and wines. This place is reasonably priced and features an inviting open patio, perfect for enjoying PB's great weather. We highly recommend trying the hummus plate and the orange cauliflower; they won't disappoint." Yes, they have attentive servers too read more

Second Nature - Green Hummus Plate - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Delicious cauliflower tacos!!! The staff was really nice and the service was great. Very yummy, healthy food.

Lowkey I forget to review my favorite places. Better late than never tho. Frequent this place and it never fails to disappoint. Brekky or dinner- its a cozy place with good variety and kind people. Jenna helped us out tonight and was such a sweet pea. We yapped to her about how we spend so much time here and she seemed to enjoy it or was good at her job and being polite. Anyways i have a variety of scenes from this place, enjoy. read more

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My absolute favorite restaurant in PB! Healthy, fresh, generous portions. Literally every single thing I've tried here is bomb, and for both breakfast, dinner and happy hour. They also serve alcoholic AND non alcoholic rotating kombuchas on draft. They have a large variety of protein add ons, vegan options included. I add salmon on everything, so good here! Go to's -Thai Curry -Ancient Grain Bowl -Buddha Quinoa Salad -Nachos- huge! -PB burger read more

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Good food for a hot summer day! The atmosphere of Second nature is very relaxing and chill. I really enjoyed sitting inside even though there was outside seating. Service was all right. Our server didn't check on us too often, but it wasn't an issue luckily. I got the lox toast and the everything toast. Both were pretty good! I found that they balanced each other really nicely. If I were to pick one though, I would have just gotten the lox toast. The bread was a little bit thick and hard to bite through, but nothing you couldn't manage. I think that the everything toast was lacking something, but it wasn't bad. I also tried the sweet potato french fries and those were really good. Overall, it was a good experience, and I would recommend this place! read more

Second Nature - Salmon Lox Toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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The food was delicious - the fries are seasoned, the sauces are delicious with the accompanied dishes. The poach egg is a hit or miss. One of my eggs was over cooked, while the other one was the perfect-cut-open-and-melt running egg. According to the server, the dishes took a while to come to the table because of the poached eggs. The service was also a bit slow and hard to catch someone's attention. read more

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My group was so happy to be able to walk right in at a nice table outside, which is circular so we could even all talk to each other. That's a true value! New here for brunch and have some delicious food. Great menu for the kids, including a few different things like a açai bowl. Food was very tasty, no one rushed us out and service was attentive. read more

Ordered pickup and service was awful. Staff was in the kitchen eating and I had to ask for someone to take my payment. Bar person came out of the kitchen with her own sandwich, took my card, inserted it in the machine on the counter next to me then walked away to talk to her friend at the bar and never returned to finish processing my payment. I live in PB and it's really disappointing to have this kind of interaction. Very little was required here for a to go order, and hardly any service was given. Food is good, but the level of service is the reason for this 2 start review. read more

I would give 6 stars if I could! They are just amazing Their ambiance is nice and clean, also even in a cold day like today the heater made possible to stay outside comfortable. Food is 10/10 and service was flawless from Rachael! We brought our dog and she was sweetest with us and your huge puppy. We split an acai bowl and I ordered the smoked salmon. My husband ordered a muffin with eggs, bacon, avo! Everything was delicious. Perfect place to enjoy a sunday morning. read more

Second Nature - Smoked Lox Benedict Classic Acai - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

What is not to like here. The food is excellent and portions are huge. The staff is on it, super friendly, and helpful. I had the lox toast, perfect. Had an veggie omelet next visit, lovely. Hubby had the Cali Muffin sandwich which he said was excellent and kiddo had the Breakfast salad that came with a poached egg and bacon - it was huge and delicious. Love this place and got to bring the mutt and watch the Warriors! read more

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Amazing healthy food the Greek wrap & sweet potato fries were amazing. Everything was healthy and fresh. The service was excellent as well

5 stars for Rachel! Great server. Super friendly. Great addition to this wonderful restaurant. Drove by and stopped in for brunch. Was able to be seated right away. Pacakes, Veggies Omelet and Artichoke cake Benedict = OUT OF THIS WORLD. Will definitely be back! read more

Second Nature - Great patio seating with shade. Sunday football TV's? - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Highly recommend! We were so glad we came across this place for breakfast! The food was so fresh, delicious, and plentiful. Have Brooke as your server, she was awesome! The Artichoke Benedict was yummy. I loved my South La Jolla Burrito, so much wonderful food. My daughter had the Basic Breakfast and loved it! Perfectly prepared!! The place is adorable and you can sit inside or out. Nice ambiance. Check it out. read more

Yes -- the rumors are true -- service truly sucks here. Let me explain. We placed an online to-go order for food for the five of us -- a mix of (mostly) vegan and non-vegan. No problem placing the order -- paid using a credit card and was given a computer-generated pickup time of 6:20PM. My wife and daughter drove over to go pick up our food. Cool. Now, this is where it gets weird. My wife texted me at 6:36PM. She wanted me to call the restaurant. Say wut?!? "Yes," explained my wife in the text. "We talked to the bartender and he was super rude. Ugh." That was a first for me. My wife has NEVER had to ask me to call a restaurant to help her get our to-go order. So, I called Second Nature right away (6:38PM), and a supernice woman answered the phone. She apologized for the tardy order (the kitchen was slammed) and for the rude bartender (no explanation given for that). She also explained she was working in the back expediting orders and ours was in process -- three more items to go and it would be done. About 10 minutes later, a suddenly polite bartender brought out our food and my wife and daughter were on their way back home. Why 4 stars, you ask? Why not 2 stars for the late food and bad service? Because the food was damn good. I've got to admit that we did order a lot of stuff. Hot Wangs (great!), Green Hummus Plate (ok), Orange Cauliflower (awesome!), Coconut Thai Curry Quinoa Bowl (daughter dug it), Caesar salad (good, but would have liked a little extra dressing), The Yard Bird (my wife loved it!), Best Burger in North PB (son loved it!), Bonzai Ramen (my wife's aunt was happy), and Vegan Nachos (wife not a fan but everyone else seemed to like it). Despite the good food, not sure if we'll bother again. I prefer to spend my money at places with good food AND good service. read more

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They have a nice outdoor seating area. I typically stop here when I finish my walks on the beach, it is located very nicely. The food is OKAY, not great, not terrible. They have a lot of healthy options, and are friendly to allergies. The service is also alright, they take some time to attend to you. It is nice that they are dog friendly! I find the tap water to be a bit gross though. read more

Second Nature - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

One of my favorite local brunch spots! Their service is exemplary and their food is delicious. My go to order is the Loco Moco and Macadamia Oat Latte, but anything you order will be great! read more