This is probably my favorite breakfast spot in Esco. The quality of the food and drinks are remarkable. However, the service and space is lacking. I suppose the hole in the wall vibe adds to the aura of the restaurant. If they were able to fit in a traditional size space, you wouldn't have to hear the employees argue or banter about their tasks. On the real, the price you pay for the high quality food matters more than how small or aloof the workers are of their behavior. I highly recommend the Works or Club with iced coffee. Treat yourself to their freshly made cookies - a dozen is only $5! Coming here completes my weekend. read more

Love this place! I always get the meatloaf panini and my husband the grilled cheese. Their desserts sell out quickly so I've only had their cinnamon roll once and it was tasty! read more

My husband and I recently moved to Escondido and we are SO glad we found Sunny Side Kitchen. We've been in a few times and have even had take out. Each experience had been better than the last! This morning we splurged for the cinnamon roll! (YUM!) The employees and owners couldn't be nicer!! They are so personable and have made us feel so welcome! So far we've had the Works breakfast panini, the bacon and egg, the Tuscan, chicken bacon ranch, and the sunny side salad. Everything is SO good. It's so clear all their ingredients are fresh and homemade. We love this place so much and cannot stop raving about it! Thanks you guys! read more

Always friendly service and always great food. Prices are right on point and I love that they do half sandwiches and half salads. All made fresh. Love both the food and the coffee. read more

Opened recently by a really cool couple. Everything we try is amazing. Tuscan panini and meatloaf panini are my favorites. Hand make lemonade too! Oh, and small cookies that remind me of the way my grandma bakes! read more

I was sad when the previous tenant La Farfalla Cafe closed. However, I'm happy that this place is also great. The staff is friendly. Place is charming and the food is very good. I enjoy their paninis and coffee. Quality ingredients are used. I will definitely be back! read more

I have really great experience at this place . The food was delicious the service was excellent. Super friendly super clean. My latte was great :) I will be visiting this place more often every time I visit escondido !! Try the Grill cheese panini you will love it but that's not all. Everything is amazing read more

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Really great service, really great food, I agree with all the other reviewers. 5 star cafe for sure. Coffee was really good as well, skip the Starbucks and treat yourself! read more

Stopped by during lunch time during the week and the line was outside the door. Ordered the Veggie and waited about 10 minutes. The sandwich was expertly crafted with care as chef asked about my specific dietary needs In order make me the perfect sandwich. Food is prepared fresh to order so hopefully you are not in a rush. read more

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Tiny "hole-in-the-wall". These are the best. Delicious, healthy food and good coffee! Loved it!

Took my daughter for a breakfast date, found it on yelp. Great reviews that were completely accurate. Perfect little hole in the wall with outstanding service and the best breakfast panini's. The works is the bomb! read more

Sunny Side Kitchen has been a staple for me and my co-workers for several years now, and we eat here at LEAST once a week. The food is deeeelicious, the staff is friendly and responsive, and the variety for GF or vegetarians is excellent. I absolutely love the crustless quiche, avocado toast, tomato soup and grilled cheese sandwich, Sunny Side salad, 808 sandwich, club panini, cinnamon rolls, and their cookies (a bag of a few of each of their minis is PERFECT for sharing around the table after lunch). Yes, it's small with limited seating (and Covid hasn't made that any easier) so best to get your meal to-go (makes for a great picnic!) or even have it delivered. The only downside when coming here is deciding what to get! read more

This is one of my neighbors favorite lunch spots. He brought me once and I have to say I understand why he frequents. Sandwiches are delicious but my favorite is the soup of the day... any day. Great, fresh made daily and always delicious. I've been back many times since the introduction was made. Can't go wrong with Sunny Side of any meal choice. read more

4 Stars for the food and service. My bacon, avocado and chicken panini was awesome. If I lived or worked locally I'd grab one often, but to go. We wouldn't stop again after an hour and a half drive mainly because of the condition of the eating space. A deep clean would help as baseboards and walls were dirty. Dog friendly is great, but in such cramp quarters, allowing a dog (other than service animal) inside is too much and unfair to patrons who aren't dog lovers. We walked in to a retching dog under one of their small tables. In regards to the tables, I love hype funky places but having to clean up someone else's dishes and the table before sitting down kind of stinks. No way to ask someone for help as everyone was very busy. If you do stop to eat here, order everything at once. Food took sometime (also ok because it was fresh), but I wanted to sample a cookie (thought I read you got one included with a whole sandwich, but I didn't get one) so I got back in line but gave up after 15 min when there was only one person taking orders. Lastly just wanted to mention the bathroom situation. For those traveling plan to walk through the small kitchen to a small-not-so-clean restroom. Probably best to take out or eat at during off-busy times. read more

The food is delicious, the service outstanding, and great pricing. I found this place on Yelp when I was visiting family nearby. Because of Covid only outside eating and pick was available. Everyone working made us feel welcome. I highly recommend trying this place out if you haven't already. read more

What a gem! A wonderful family-run establishment with kind and thoughtful staff and tasty breakfast food. When I had a question about ingredients (due to food allergies), the owners were kind enough to take the time to show me a recipe and ingredients list. My family and I will surely be back! read more

Bright, sunny, and utterly delicious. What's not to love? The locally sourced ingredients, delicious bread, and bite-sized pieces of heaven make it an irresistible combination. I wish I lived in walking distance from this charming eatery. It would be my default breakfast and lunch every day. The best part? Bob and Kate! They're the heart and charm of this local staple. read more

WE LOVE SUNNY SIDE! This place has the tastiest sandwiches. They are always super nice and accommodating. Definitely a plus that they deliver since our business gets too busy and we don't have time to go out and grab lunch. A few of my favorite things here: - fresh squeezed lemonade.. Just like how you make it at home - best meatloaf sandwich - their orzo pasta is delish - loved their cauliflower soup when they had it.. Hope they bring it back!!! read more

Bread, muffins, cookies all fresh and so yummy! Definitely a hidden gem in esco, great prices and even better food! Lots of gluten free and vegan choices which is a great plus. Wish I had taken pictures to share but I completely forgot, too distracted by the beautiful food. Can't wait to again! read more

You can't go to Escondido and not eat at Sunny Side. The friendliest people own this place. They treat their staff like family and go out of their way to help others. Their food is FANTASTIC. They'll listen to your needs and serve you to their best abilities! Delicious food and drinks! They keep their restaurant clean and pretty. It's a nice place to read, work, or meet with friends. Check them out! read more

Wow. We fell into this one and big was it the right trip to take!! Bob and crew were delightful, and the meatloaf panini was so good I had 2! Thanks guys. We'll be back soon! This is a great one to pair with a Children's Discovery Museum visit with the kiddos! read more

I have come. I have heard the hype. I understood the hype. Bomb ass breakfast sandwich. No more words.

Came for lunch the Tuscan chicken sandwich was good but over priced. Tea was week not much flavor. Service was terrific and very friendly hence 3 stars. read more

Delicious and homey. We had a scrumptious work day breakfast. My one regret that I did not order the strawberry lemonade. The crustless quiche was yummy. read more

In the last month and a half we have been to Escondido twice. Each time we have made it a point to eat at Sunny Side. Our experience each time has been outstanding and have determined that it will be a family tradition from this day forward. The food is fantastic, the prices very reasonable, and the service extremely inviting and friendly. Admittedly, I am not a healthy food fan and was hesitant to order the barley and mushroom soup. I am so glad I did...it was delicious as are the paninis. read more

This place is awesome! Next time I'm in town, I'm going here again. The quality of their food is top notch and the service is super dope. Seems like this is one of those really nice, small places that thrives on tourist / loyalty customer-types. Highly recommended - GO! read more

Tried this spot last time we were in town so had to come back this trip. Love the atmosphere and highly recommend the Works breakfast sandwich! read more

Food is pretty good but not the best I've ever had. I like the option of a half or full sandwich. The place is small and a tight squeeze unless you're super skinny and can maneuver through. The bread quality was really good, and I'm a bread lover so this hit a huge positive note for me. What really put them over the top though is that even though this is a quick serve place, at least one person takes the time to check on you and have a quick conversation to build rapport, even if it's super busy! It shows that the staff loves working here, is personally invested to provide the best they can and believe in the food. That kind of positivity is really felt in the atmosphere. read more

The food was amazing. The Tuscan chicken panini is delicious. The service was also great. We will definitely be back. read more

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I loved it ! First time today with my mom & little sister & we loved it amazing customer service it's a cute place

The best breakfast ever!! They put Parmesan on the bread before they make the paninis and it's to die for!!!! They make my week! They have a wonderful array of teas and coffee drinks as well as sweet or salty breakfast options! The place is so quaint yet right in the middle of town! read more

What a beautifully positive place to eat. We were greeted with smiling faces. The coffee was made with attention and was delicious. The sandwiches and muffins were so yummy! They gave us great food and great advice on our local visit. This is a must visit in this area. The bathroom was clean and smelled good. read more

I hardly ever get time off but when I do I always try to swing down here for either breakfast or lunch. Every time you come in you are greeted very warmly and their up beat manor just put you in an overall better mood if you already aren't in a good mood just by walking in! All the panini choices here are amazing and their desserts are definitely one of a kind. I will never turn down their cookies! I'm excited to have seen the new hours posted in the front saying they're open on Saturdays now as well. So you'll definitely see me here more often! read more

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Went here for the first time today. Small, cute, casual, simple. Four custom made wooden tables and side area to eat. Great food! Just right portions, so as not to over eat. We ordered the avocado, egg and cheese breakfast panini and vegetarian Mediterranean panini. The clam chowder is creamy/delicious and I'm not much of a clam chowder person! We were given a sample before we decided to order it. Gotta try the mini bite-size cookies. Very tasty! Feels like you are in a family member's kitchen. Excellent customer service! :) read more

2nd panini I've had and I gotta say they've impressed me. Very delicious food and hands-on service. read more

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Very clean and friendly. Just a little on the small side seating perhaps two dozen people between the inside and outside areas. The food is wonderful. The breakfast paninis were hot and crispy, full of flavor. For two people breakfast was under $20 and a great value. Well worth the trip. read more

What a great find! Super friendly staff and everything was exceptionally great. Chicken pesto with bacon is not to be missed. I'll be back again! read more

I need to add my voice to the cacophony of great reviews. I come by maybe once every other month, but the owners still remember my name, which is incredible. Food is awesome, although a bit pricey. The coffee is fantastic. What makes it great, though, are the people. read more

Just picked up a terrific Cobb salad and a refreshing orange tea drink. Staff was super friendly and efficient.

Sunny Side Cafe is one of the best finds! Delicious breakfast and lunch! Their panini's are amazing, made with Bread & Cie bread and homemade aioli. Friendly staff and great customer service. Make sure you stop in for a bite. Ask for the strawberry lemonade, it's delicious! read more