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    4.8 (1.3k reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    THE WORKS
    Isabel R.

    Food was delicious! I had a the green chile quiche and my son ordered The Works. It came with a little seasonal fruit cup that was perfect size. Wish we lived closer so we could come here more often.

    Crystal F.

    The grilled sandwiches here are good, but kinda pricey for what you get. I ordered the wake up Escondido full sandwich. It tasted great but it was lacking filling, not much chicken and more sauce than anything. It was almost $20 for this breakfast panini that came with a small side of fruit. I also tried their strawberry lemonade and strawberry salad. Very tasty as well. Service was okay, this place is tiny and it was starting to become packed with the lunch time crowd, so we asked for our order to go. I may give them another try if I am in the area.

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    Jorge M.

    In top of a relax environment you'll enjoy a fantastic food. All run for local family over many years. If you're in a rush just swing by and grab a cup of coffee. You'll miss the best panini though, but that's OK. Just start you day with a welcoming smile!

    Grilled cheese with tomato soup combo
    Sondra W.

    I just started working in Escondido and finally tried Sunny Side Kitchen. Honestly, the food feels like a hug. the grilled cheese and tomato soup combo was delicious and made my day. It's a local family-owned spot and I got to meet the owner, Bob, who was so nice. The whole staff is sweet and you can really tell they put a lot of love into the place. I'll definitely be back!

    Tea J.

    Cute spot . You can sit inside or outside Great food & great customer service . This is like my 3rd time at this spot & if I lived in the area I would probably would come once a week .

    AVOCADO, EGG, AND CHEESE on gluten free bread
    Hadley H.

    Worth the hype!!! Everything is so fresh, the bread is phenomenal, the eggs are perfectly cooked. Chefs kiss for "the works" breakfast panini. The staff is also so sweet and it's just a cute local vibe. 100% would go again!

    Pesto Chicken Panini with Orzo Salad
    Aileen P.

    Looking for good coffee? Check. Looking for delicious paninis with gluten free options. Check. Looking for super friendly people? Check. There's a reason that Sunny Side Kitchen is consistently one of the best restaurants - they never disappoint! I highly suggest giving the Tuscan chicken panini on sourdough a try. That with the orzo salad on the side and you'll have no regrets.

    Catrina R.

    This place made Yelp's best places list and in summation it's easy to see why: everything is simple but done well. We had two of their breakfast paninis. The works and the good day sunshine. The real star of both of these were the bread and the cheese they melted on top of it. Everything else alone was good but together it was done really well. This isn't a fancy place. It's your go-to for a tasty breakfast sandwich and a coffee. It's where you stop by with a coworker during lunch. It's where you swing by to grab your mom some food on your way to visit (and when you walk in everyone recognizes you and tells you to tell her 'hi'). This is a local joint - and for the record we aren't from around here we just stopped on our way during our travels. But the entire time the service was friendly and fast and everyone said hello to the locals. All in all solid. Wish there were more places like this. Ps we went during the middle of the day so there wasn't a big wait but there are 5 tables inside and probably three outside so I can foresee it getting busy during weekends. Plenty of street parking and a lot across the way.

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    10 years ago

    Quick and delicious! Gourmet sandwiches that my family really likes. Fresh ingredients and just mouthwatering chicken!

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    Kate C.

    Thank you so much!

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    10 years ago

    These are the best paninis in town! Great for breakfast too. The owners are very pleasant.

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    Thanks Jon!

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    8 years ago

    This place is a great lunch spot, need to try breakfast. Superb food and service, wishing it was a little bigger!

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    Thanks so much Tania!

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    8 years ago

    So incredibly friendly! Simple but impressive menu. Cute tiny shop that feels like home :)

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    Thanks so much Nicole!

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    9 years ago

    Great food! Great service! The food was so so good. Will definitely be coming back. Also try the brownies to die for!

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    Thanks Stephanie!

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    Thanks Dante! It's always a joy to see your family!

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    8 years ago

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    Kate C.

    Thanks Natalie!

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    6 years ago

    the food was super good. the environment was super inviting and homey. everyone was friendly. definitely would go again

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    This is great to hear Liam!

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    You are so kind Bill! Thanks!

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    9 years ago

    Great little place with great customer service. Food was really good . Definitely adding it to my my list of favorite spots. Check it out.

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    Thanks so much Veronica!

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    Thanks Bruce!

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    Kate C.

    Thanks Gregory!

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    Thank you for the kind words David!

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    Kate C.

    Thanks Michele.

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    Thanks Chris!

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    6 out of 5! That is wonderful to hear Ann-Marie. Thank you so much!

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    8 years ago

    Delicious food. Great atmosphere. Friendly staff. Great prices. I should of gone here sooner.

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    Kate C.

    This is so nice to hear Susan! We will be happy to see you again.

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    So glad you liked it D.L.!

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    9 years ago

    This is a small gem! Fresh ingredients, vegetarian and vegan options. Out of the way location, 3 tables outside.

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    Kate C.

    Thanks Bill!

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    9 years ago

    Our 1st visit and we will definitely return. The paninis were great and the customer service was fantastic.

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    Kate C.

    Thanks so much Barbara!

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    9 years ago

    Great pananis and excellent friendly service. Medium portions but great on the pocketbook. Well be back for sure!

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    Thanks Scott!

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    Cool review Michelle! Thanks!

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    Thanks so much Carla!

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    11 years ago

    We had the panini's, there were great! Love the food, we will be back for more. Very nice people.

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    Thanks so much Chrisanna!

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    Thanks Charlotte!

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    Thanks Kym!

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    9 years ago

    Excellent food excellent value. Small space but worth the wait. Rocking a dance competition at #RBescondido

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    7 years ago

    good things come in small packages! great fresh food, fair prices, lots of GF options- small and cozy

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    Thanks for summing it up so nicely!

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    Do they offer any egg free and nut free bread? My kiddos have egg and nut allergies, that's why I've hesitated to visit.

    The sourdough bread is vegan. No eggs and no nuts. The gluten free bread has eggs and nuts both

    What are the safety guidelines that are being followed is there our aide seating areas? Are masks required?

    Staff wears masks. Customers are required to wear masks. Currently only takeout and delivery is available.

    Thanks, BobC, but I don't have a smart phone so I have no way to use a Yelp app :( No free cookie for me?

    Of course you get a free cookie! Just let the cashier know you can't check in while at the restaurant.

    How do I do a Yelp check-in to get the free cookie with my meal?

    Just show the cashier that you've pressed the "check in" button on your Yelp app and that's it!

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