This place is so good that I take way longer on my lunch break everyday just to come here if I get in trouble, so be it this place if bomb af I need my paninis and salads. If you're my coworker please don't say anything and I'll buy u lunch read more

Amazing food surrounded by a friendly atmosphere. Whether you order To-Go or decide to eat there, the staff is always welcoming and you will always want to go back and support. "The Works" is the go to order and has always been delicious! read more

Amazing food and service! They were so sweet and welcoming here. The grilled crust on the panini was perfect. Loved everything about this place. The orzo salad was a nice little touch as a side. read more

The owners Kate and Bob are amazing people they are very welcoming. The food is amazing it's always made fresh. They make refreshing yummy lemonade. I have a few favorite Pesto Chicken, The Meatloaf and Bacon turkey avocado. The bacon they use is so crispy and delicious. The whole team at Sunny side is amazing. read more

Small shop with a few tables out front and a few picnic bench/tables out back. Tuscan chicken sandwich was all right, though a bit pricey for the portions. I will say the staff here were friendly and welcoming. read more

I ordered the quinoa salad and GF Lemon Loaf to be delivered and they exceeded my expectations. The salad was very good and had a lot of substance. I was even more impressed by the service- even on a delivery order! They were out of the GF Lemon Loaf and instead gave me a GF Brownie and Muffin and included a note indicating they were gluten free. This was so sweet and greatly appreciated! read more

Great local place with fantastic breakfast sandwiches. I ventured off the beaten path and ordered the oatmeal today and just like everything on their menu... FANTASTIC! The fresh squeezed OJ is great too. Love this little local shop! read more

I found my Escondido breakfast go-to. I travel for work and the only thing better than trying new places is finding the spots I can return to again and again, even from afar. I liked the food so much I ate breakfast twice, which isn't as gluttonous as it sounds because they offer half portions. The locally roasted coffee was delicious and I tried sparkling espresso for the first time outside my house. I thought I invented that! Great minds, etc. Bite-sized cookies, total respect for food allergies, and a friendly crowd of regulars who rave about the food and hosts... so much to admire about this place. Try it for yourself and get a great start to your day. Maybe I'll see you there! read more

Sunny Side Kitchen is a mom and pop shop that creates comfort lunch food. They make their sandwiches and cookies from scratch and their hospitality is contagious. It's definitely a local favorite and with good reason. I ordered their popular avocado and bacon panini and it was a great midday pick me up. read more

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We went there today what a great find. I will have to say that the reviews that I read led me to go there, but they were not wrong, excellent sandwiches great cup of coffee and there strawberry lemonade is awesome.S.Kennedy read more

Small family owned business and people are very nice. They have a few tables inside and fewer outside on the sidewalk. The turkey club is really great! Toasted sourdough bread, freshly carved turkey, bacon (although I get mine without), lettuce, tomato and a homemade sweet mustard. It comes with a shot glass sized rice pilaf and is supposed to come with a pickle, although they forgot it on my most recent visit. I also add avocado. I dinged a star because once I add the avo, this sandwich is $16 and I don't think it's thaaaat epic. Also, a lemonade was priced at $4.25 during my most recent visit and that also seems high for lemons, sugar and water. Because things are made with love, they take a minute, so call ahead if you want something to go. Do the yelp check in for a free bite sized cookie. read more

Just tried this local spot for lunch today along with 2 colleagues and the food was delicious! Very flavorful ! Our orders were a strawberry salad, a BLT and a chicken ranch panini w bacon (mine). Sooo good we ate all our food and talked about what we would try next time. Five stars well deserved & see you soon ! read more

Charming little place. Food was delicious and the service was fast! I'd definitely return for a repeat of the egg sandwich with avocado . It's always a pleasure to support local too. read more

The first time that I've been here I gave the place one star review and now I'm changing it to five stars I did not had the chance to actually eat the food before because - the place was close - I have a couple of businesses and one of them is nearby Sunnyside kitchen I've been there today I order Panini tuna avocado and cheese and honestly it was delicious!! so never mind what I'm going to say next the food is amazing! As a business owner I know how hard it is to give 100% satisfaction to all of your customers but in this case the restaurant is clean like i never sow before! I looked every single place and it's spotless! The team all the time wearing gloves, smiling and it feel really comfortable to sit there. Only one little problem - time - it's talk nearly 25 minutes to make my food ... yes there was more people there and yes everyone is waiting but 25 minutes for a Panini is a lot of time and WHY I'm saying it? I need to find time for it in the middle of a work day... to go there, buy, wait, eat and be back to the office... maybe try to think about a solution for it, I believe you losing a lot of business because of this and everyone need to have this food its amazing!!! See you again soon Thank you! read more

Sunny Side Kitchen - Panini Tuna avocado and cheese - Sandwiches Near Me - Escondido, California

Definitely a random hole in the wall but worth it if you're anywhere remotely in the area! I had the meatloaf panini and it was bomb.com! Homemade and so so juicy from the start! The flavors blended perfectly with the crunchy outer layer of the panini. Check in on Yelp and get a free mini cookie on the side! (Get the peanut butter cookie). Check this place out for sure! read more

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We can't get enough of their food! Everything we have ever had has been mouth watering. The owners are so incredibly friendly and they are right up the street from us at Rowan Apartments and they take care of us! They are non-stop until the time they close and they are quick, I promise you this; you will be thankful you tried it if you haven't! read more

Superb pour-over coffee, quiche, carrot muffins, service and conversation in a tiny kitchen with four tables-for-two. It is set on a side street between two one-way streets -- no one comes here by accident... We checked the Yelp reviews and agree, this is quite the find! We prefer to eat no bread. We found Kate can prepare any panini as a salad or, as we chose today, have a hearty size slice of delicious moist, light, flavorful quiche with a side of perfectly ripe fruit. Bob and Kate Carpenter are the owners and seek excellence in EVERYTHING they do! read more

Quaint, cute, local, wholesome fare. Loved it! In from out of state or we would definitely go back!!

I went to Sunny Side for an early breakfast recently with my friend who lives in Escondido. She had a coupon for a free grilled cheese panini that she wanted to redeem, and this quaint café is located close to where she lives. I had to be at the airport early in the morning to catch a flight, so this was a convenient breakfast option. This mom-and-pop shop is locally owned; there were a few tables inside and a few outdoors as well. My friend and I were the only customers in the store on this early Monday morning. In fact, we came soon after they opened, so it seemed like they were still setting up and gearing up for the day when we walked in. The menu is somewhat limited, but there are still plenty of options to choose from. There's a broader selection when it comes to lunch, and bite-sized cookies are also available. It didn't take us too long to choose what we wanted for breakfast, and our paninis came out in no time. I loved the feel of this small eatery, and I would definitely be back again for breakfast or even for lunch. Yelp tip: check in on Yelp and get a free bite-sized cookie. They weren't ready when we first got to the eatery, but they were fresh out of the oven by the time my friend and I were done dining. The lady was nice enough to give us two cookies to enjoy ... and you don't even have to feel guilty about eating them because they really are tiny. Here's what we got: "Bacon, Egg and Cheese Panini": I knew I wanted this option because it included bacon. The bacon was nice and crispy (not soggy), just the way I like it. The egg and cheese medley was savory and melted, held together by two lightly grilled pieces of sourdough. For breakfast paninis, you get half a panini and a cup of fruit, which was the perfect portion size. I devoured my panini and ate a little of the fruit. Great choice for breakfast. "Avocado, Egg and Cheese": My friend opted for the avocado panini to get something different from me, but I got a bite of her sandwich. It was delicious because of the avocado (which was plentiful in the sandwich) and the egg and cheese mixture tasted similar to that in my panini. "Gourmet Grilled Cheese": My friend redeemed her coupon for a complimentary grilled cheese sandwich and it was delicious. We split this panini, which is usually available under the lunch section of the menu only. I loved the cheese, which oozed out of the panini with every bite. Having ample cheese in any grilled cheese sandwich is so important. The bread was crispy and toasted to a golden brown, but it wasn't overly hard. This was a perfectly satisfactory grilled cheese and if I ever returned for lunch, I wouldn't hesitate to order it again. "Mocha": My friend got a regular coffee, but I got a mocha with soy (so grateful that they have soy/almond options available). I often get cold drinks when it comes to iced coffee/blended options, but since the morning was cooler, I wanted something hot. The mocha was delicious and chocolaty; it truly hit the spot in the morning. Plus, I didn't have to worry about having an upset stomach because they had the milk options that I needed. read more

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Yay five stars because this place is what I would want my lil cafe to look and taste like if I had one. I love the bright colors and the happy greeters as soon as you walk in. Its mom and pop and you can tell right away, in a good way. Feels very homey and the menu is super simple. They offer fresh ingredients with homemade quality. We dined in and had really cute eclectic dishwear, even the iced tea I had was brewed fresh, with extra fresh lemons. The owner makes sure you are completely happy and does most of the cooking herself. I also had the bitesized cookies and they are like little bites of heaven in your mouth. Well, for me they were. I like fresh, and the quality is on point here. By the way don't let the outside area fool you. Word is getting out about this place so make sure you come in early. They close by 2. read more

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I was working in the area and yelped it. The place is small and cozy with great customer service. I asked for suggestions based on what I was craving and they were very helpful. Waited about 10 minutes. Everything was made fresh and very tasteful. If you're craving a sand which and are nearby I would recommend it. Price is average but food was great and worth it. read more

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Check this place out!! The best breakfast and lunch spot for delicious food and coffee and tea. My favorite is their Egg and Cheese Panini on Gluten Free bread, so tasty! Along with a fresh ice tea or an Arnold Palmer. Highly recommended! read more

Awesome small place, great food and staff! Been here too many time and will be coming more in the future. We come here too much...I need to work overtime to pay for the delicious food read more

Sunny Side Kitchen - Cali club with house coffee - Sandwiches Near Me - Escondido, California

This place was an amazing find. Great service in this small local establishment. Plus the food was amazing. Who can say no to a grill cheese with bacon?! I had the meatloaf sandwich. I am picky about my meatloaf... because you know it's not like mom makes. But this was amazing. Their sauce also set the sandwich off and the fresh lemonade. Next trip thru Escondido I will be stopping here. Also great prices for what you get. Kate: let me say you have a great staff and Kyle made my experience much better. read more

I found out about Sunny Side through a local deal site that had a $20 worth of food for $10. There was an additional $5 off promo code to sweeten the deal. My wife was having her car serviced in Escondido so we stopped by Sunny Side for an early lunch. Street parking was easy for us to find on Saturday with spots nearby their restaurant. My wife and I ordered at the counter which included "the works" brekfast panini, tuscan chicken panini, coffee and a lemonade. There are a handful of tables and some additional stools. Our food came out pretty quickly. My wife and I both enjoyed our panini's. The breakfast panini came with a small side of fruit and my panini came with a small side of orzo. I also enjoyed my lemonade which was refreshing on a hot day. The service was great during our visit. One of the owners brought over some of the mini cookies for us to sample which were really good and we ended up chatting for a few minutes before leaving. Value for us was excellent with our voucher. We will be coming back. Next time I will probably try their club which was listed in the restaurant but I didn't see it on their website menu. read more

Sunny Side Kitchen - Outdoor seating - Sandwiches Near Me - Escondido, California

Stopped here for breakfast. Finding parking was a bit tricky, but there's actually a small lot behind the stripcenter the restaurant is located in that makes it pretty easy -- once you realize it's there. The restaurant itself is pretty small, but adorable in that pinteresty sort of way. The menu is small, which makes it easy on my pre-coffee mind. I ordered The Works breakfast panini. Everything was made to order, and the two owners were both there; they and the cashier were all extremely friendly and made sure to ask us how everything was. The panini was really fresh and the bacon in it was great. Portions were just right, and the coffee (I had a mocha) was delicious! Will definitely come back! Their lunch choices looked amazing too. It's great to see a handful of local small businesses serving breakfast popping up in downtown Escondido. A+, Sunny Side! read more

Sunny Side Kitchen - The Works breakfast panini, and a mocha w/ whip & a pour over coffee. So good! - Sandwiches Near Me - Escondido, California

I love supporting local business and this is definitely a local business I will continually support! My husband and I took my daughter for a walk down grand for breakfast and decided to try this place out! We have been missing out! This place is so cute, reminded me of grandmas house for breakfast. It gives you that kind of feeling as well. Right when you walk in you are greeted with such a welcoming smile, it seriously feels like a trip to grandmas! The food is absolutely delicious and perfectly portioned. I had the bacon avocado panini and I can't wait to try everything on their menu. The fruits were fresh and delicious. The decor of the place was so cute! Super farmhouse style and their attention to detail included what their free filtered water was served in! Absolutely love this place and can't wait to come back! read more

Sunny Side Kitchen - Love the country shabby chic vibe! Seriously puts you in a good mood! - Sandwiches Near Me - Escondido, California

I love the tuscan chicken panini so many flavors! I do recommend ordering take out or eating in the tables in the parking lot, inside is tiny you won't be able to have a private conversation. Other then that this place is so yummy and I appreciate the cleanliness as well read more

Very nice customer service with all the staff! The all works panini is delicious with the tucson sauce!! Highly recommend this place for an authentic breakfast panini, yummy read more

Sunny Side Kitchen - Sandwiches Near Me - Escondido, California

This has become my Saturday lunch spot as its just down the street from my house. The owners are awesome, serve you as a respected person, and are always willing to share or take in a story. This is the truest version of a family owned shop. The food is excellent and made to order right in front of you. The grill is always ready, the soups (served during the week) are just the right level of hot, and the bite size cookies are superb. The menu itself consists mostly of sandwiches based around their grilled cheese panini. They also serve gluten free muffins and a quiche. They also have a handful of salads, and a few cold sandwiches. Drinks are everything from craft coffee and Italian sodas, to fresh lemonade and Arnold Palmer. (the Arnold Palmer is a personal favorite). The place is small, but that lends itself to its quaint family feel. There is also a small amount of patio seating. Note that hours start and end early, so plan on being in to grab your fill. Enjoy the warmth of truly good food from. read more

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Best lunch in town! Their panini and soup combo is delicious. Try them all!Chicken Pesto Panini

Breakfast sandwiches are very good. Decent size portion and the bread is just the cherry on top. Not just a plain toasted bread. Sourdough with a rosemary cheese crunch to it. Had the California Club and it has levels of flavor to it! read more

Amazing paninis, coffee and service! I ordered The Works and the bread they use is delicious and full of flavor. They pour over their coffee so it has so much flavor than regular coffee. The owner there is really nice and attentive. We came 20 minutes before closing and while we didn't hang around long, they didn't make us feel rushed in any way. I'll definitely be back when I'm in the area. This place is located right off the freeway so it's easy to stop by :) read more

I was too hungry and didn't grab a picture of the breakfast sandwich, but the rosemary sourdough was delicious. Great little place. Well worth a visit. Coffee was good too. read more

I have enjoyed their panninis twice at Barrel Harbor in Vista. So far I have had the grilled cheese and the bacon and avocado panninis. They were both excellent, and perfect as a complement to Barrel Harbor's pilsner. Or IPA. Or stout... Muenster and havarti forever!!! read more

So I have to say my boyfriend hates Panini's but it's one of the only places open near Grand Avenue early in the morning so I talked him into going. He ordered the Escondido hot and I ordered the California club. We both got halves and they came with a little cup of fruit and they even gave us a free cookie to try. I took a little while for food to come out but it was well worth the wait. My BF even said it was good enough to get him back there for another one. Even though we ordered halves it was still almost too much food. We also ordered the strawberry lemonade which was the best I've ever had. There was fresh fruit muddled inside and it was tart and sweet and just very delicious. The service was super friendly and the outdoor dining was well spaced and we felt safe eating there. We will definitely return! read more

Delicious food. Best panini breakfast sandwich in town. I particularly enjoy the sparkling espresso. Family owned super nice.

Amazing customer service and the food was 10/10. We were there for breakfast and ate the Avocado Egg & Cheese sandwich which was incredible

I don't even know where to start, but let me just say by far the absolute best breakfast sandwiches, and really everything on the menu is a five out of five!! My fiancé and I order at least 4 to 5 times a week that's basically where all our money goes . They know us my name and they're just such sweet and nice individuals I wish I could take them with me everywhere we go, As my fiancé and I move quite a bit. No one compares to making a sandwich like them our jam and go to is the works! You will not regret it. read more

Was traveling to San Diego and stopped here to get a breakfast sandwich with my husband! The 5 star reviews don't lie, this place was wonderful!! The staff was extremely friendly and the food was bomb!! No joke, some of the best breakfast sandwiches I think we've ever had... idk what seasoning/herbs they put on the bread but it is heavenly! (Also great options for those who are GF/DF) If you're thinking about it, definitely stop here!! Highly recommend! read more