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    Stratford Court Cafe

    4.1 (591 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Thai Chicken Wrap
    Rachel M.

    Food was very tasty, even the next day! I loved the pasta salad, although I wouldn't get the wrap again as it was a little dry. Very kind workers and lovely area, we sat outside and loved it

    Honey vanilla latte
    Nikita H.

    This quaint eatery/coffee shop is located near the water. It is a repurposed house which gives it an intimate and welcoming vibe. The seating is limited and the place is fairly popular so keep that in mind when visiting. I ordered a mocha drink and it was just my type. The egg dish had jalapeños which I'd never tried before but now I make my own eggs in this way. It was super delicious.

    Chilaquiles
    Beth T.

    We were pleasantly surprised at this little gem tucked away in the neighborhood of Del Mar! We both ordered their chilequilles and their fresh tangerine juice!! Sooo amazing! It's serene and intimate location make you feel like your are dining at a friends house. The food was delicious and the staff was all friendly, I will definitely be coming back!

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    Jill S.

    My favorite cafe in all of San Diego! This is always where I take visitors from out of town! The outdoor seating area is stunning. It has a whole courtyard and yellow umbrellas to offer shade. It's hidden among the trees and doesn't really feel like you're just blocks from the beach. The food is great! I always order the harbor burrito because of how much I love it. The coffee is also outstanding.

    Perfect Croissant Breakfast Sandwich
    Isabel J.

    This has a super cute vibe as they operate out of a cute house. I like that the patio is within the trees so it doesn't get too hot. They have counter service so you order at the front and then sit down at a seat, it can definitely get busy so you may have to wait in line for a bit but the food came out fairly quickly! I got the perfect breakfast sandwich and it was delicious. It was almost like a BLT with eggs on if, but I really enjoyed the toasted bread and the chipotle aioli. We also got the breakfast burrito but I would say to skip that as it was bland with not much flavor. The iced lattes were also delicious! Overall a cute place to grab a bite to eat, chat and sit on a patio !

    Veggie Pesto Sant
    Sundar R.

    After a long walk on the beach, had our brunch here. Very casual and beautiful outdoor seating. The Croissant Breakfast Sandwich and the Veggie Pesto Sandwich were perfect. Service was very good. On weekends there is always a long line here. We didn't want to wait on a weekend and returned on a weekday for the brunch

    Shalini G.

    After living in the area for over 30 years I finally made it here! We tried to grab a quick breakfast but everyplace was packed because of opening weekend at the track. My daughter was at stratford with a group of her girlfriends so my friend and I decided to come here. the hostess cleaned a table for us...all outdoor "garden" like setting we stood in line to order. food was nice atmosphere was fabulous service was stellar super nice casual eatery

    You order inside
    John K.

    I ordered the Stratford Scramble which is scrambled eggs, potatoes, bacon, cheddar cheese, avocado and your choice of toast and I had sourdough. I was surprised and disappointed the description didn't say the eggs, potatoes, bacon and cheese are all cooked together and the avocado is on top or a photo showing the execution of this dish. The avocado was fresh and looked fantastic. I like to eat my protein first and that was a challenge. The bacon that was in my scramble was chewy and I spit out several pieces. It was hard to extract just the scrambled eggs from the mixture. Very polite and friendly staff. They have several tables outside so you can enjoy the great weather while you eat. No parking lot, just street parking.

    Fresh Veggie Scramble
    Diana V.

    I get worried sometimes that places like this are all atmosphere and no flavor. I was very happy with both the food and the experience! Everything tasted really fresh and natural. My scramble was delightful and my squaw toast is a new favorite of mine. My boyfriend loved his tri tip sandwich and we are going to go back for him to get one before we leave :)

    Blueberry Matcha Green Tea Latte
    Bharti G.

    Fresh food, service was quick and location is great to have brunch. Beach is 2 mins walk from this place. Ambiance is vibrant and cafe was full of people. I would highly recommend to try out this out.

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    Robin G.

    If you're looking for a relaxed, charming brunch spot in Del Mar that feels like a little hidden garden, Stratford Court Café is the spot! The courtyard patio is the star here! It's the kind of place where you linger over coffee without feeling rushed. You order at a counter and they bring you your food at your table. The food is fairly standard café breakfast and lunch fare, but it is all done very well. I come here pretty often for weekend brunch and you can't go wrong with their breakfast sandwiches and scrambles! They give pretty generous portions without being heavy. The coffee drinks are all solid and service was friendly in that laid-back way. It can get pretty busy during weekend so be prepared for a long line to order. Because seating is all outside, be prepared in the winter since the shade can make it pretty cold!

    Sharon B.

    My friend brought me here for lunch. Parking was a nightmare around Del Mar so plan accordingly. Luckily we went for an early lunch but it still took us almost half an hour driving around before we found an open parking spot a few blocks away. There was a line to order about 10 people deep when we arrived at this cute restaurant in what was once an old home. Seating is all outside in the front patio. We had 4 people in our group and we had to wait a bit to find a table to accommodate our group so not an ideal place for groups larger than 4. Food was ok. I just think the lack of parking, slow moving order line, and lack of seating really wasn't worth the visit for the mediocre American fare.

    Tri-tip sandwich
    Claire N.

    First time checking out Stratford Court Cafe was on a Friday morning with my dog. I grabbed an acai bowl. It definitely hit the mark, though it was not the most memorable one I have had. That said, the service was great, the ambiance is really cool, and there is plenty of seating which made it a nice spot to hang out for a bit which is why I wanted to return. It's on a quiet side street and was really inviting. I came back again on a Saturday around 1pm, for lunch and it was a beautiful, busy afternoon. We managed to snag the last shaded table, which felt like a win. I ordered the Avocado BLT. It was really good overall. Simple, fresh ingredients, though I think it could have been even better with an extra flavorful spread. The pasta salad on the side was super fresh and honestly delicious. I also loved the tangerine juice. The prices are pretty high, but that's to be expected in a Del Mar. Big bonus points for the free iced tea by the water station. Such a nice touch. Overall a great neighborhood spot with a great vibe. Excited to come back and try more of the menu.

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    I was so happy to see my absolute favorite server back today! Lauren, you put a smile on my face every time I come in. Love this place!

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    Foods awesome, service was great, perfect Sunday vibe to grab a coffee and enjoy brunch!

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