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    The Cliffs Cafe

    4.4 (392 reviews)
    Open 6:30 am - 3:00 pm

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    THE CLIFFS CAFE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Jordyn J.

    I'm so glad I finally checked this spot out. First off, it's absolutely adorable inside. I loved all the Easter decor. And secondly, the staff was so friendly and lovely to be around. I'm typically not a huge breakfast person, but this breakfast burrito was FANTASTIC. Like, sooo good. Can't wait to come back and try more off the menu.

    Café latte with sprinkled cinnamon. Coffee was strong just the way I like it.
    Linda L.

    The service, food and coffee was great. I had the Cliff sandwich with a croissant and it was delicious. I really appreciate the prices at this establishment. Several places are charging an arm and a leg for mediocre food these days. This place stays busy as it should with Natalia's great service!

    Green Eggs and Ham Bagel Breakfast
    Gustavo E.

    Even though there are many breakfast and brunch spots to choose from in San Diego, I always circle back here because I know the food never misses. Dropped by again recently during a day trip and tried the Green Eggs and Ham on an everything bagel. Sensational. Loved every bite of it. In addition to the great food, the service is always impeccable. No matter how busy it is, and believe me this place can get pretty damn busy, they always get the food out in less than ten minutes. Cliffs is a cool place to drop by when in SD and you are looking for something good to have for breakfast. I promise that it will not disappoint.

    Breakfast Burrito 2.0 (Half)
    Anh H.

    This review is solely based on the breakfast burrito alone. The one word I have for it - BOMB. The café itself is so cute. Really great ambiance and very nice and cozy. They had so many coffee and smoothie options. Looking forward to grabbing a drink the next time I come back here. I ordered the breakfast burrito 2.0. This burrito was stacked. (Scrambled eggs, bacon, corn beef hash, sausage, onions, roasted potatoes, fire roasted chilies, and cheddar cheese.) Tasted super meaty and the eggs and potatoes were cooked just right. Burritos come with salsa and sour cream upon request. My only complaint is that for such a stacked burrito, they only gave one small container of salsa. I recommend requesting an additional.

    Michael B.

    This is one of the cutest and chillest cafes I've visited in San Diego. It's pretty tiny, no more than 20 people can fit inside. There's a handful of tables outside for sitting as well. The staff was fast and bubbly which is always a plus. The drink menu was dope. The speciality drinks and blended drinks seemed complex and you can't go wrong with any option. It all seemed super thoughtful. There's also frapples, smoothies, and your regular drips and lattes if you want something a bit more simple. Large menu for food but the food was a bit better than average in my opinion. Wouldn't run back to get food here but wouldn't be opposed. Basically.. it didn't blow my mind. We went with the: Greek Omelet Breakfast which consist of feta, spinach, bell peppers, tomatoes and oregano. Served with your choice of fruit, potatoes or hashbrowns and toast. Cliff's Delight which cosist of scrambled eggs, sun dried tomato, avocado, fresh basil, and goat cheese on pita bread. The omlete was the better of the two. The sandwich didn't smack and wasn't really filling. But it tasted super fresh and light. The menu in general has a lot of healthy options. Smooth place with good vibes, solid food, even better drinks, and perfect for a early morning coffee run.

    Breakfast Burrito
    Karlie K.

    Holy smokes this place hit the spot! Started out with impeccable service food came out hot tasty and fresh. The breakfast burrito potato to meat to egg ratio was fantastic. The green goddess bagel came out on a fresh. Everything bagel absolutely tasty and or outdoor seating perfect for a sunny day. We will be coming back!!

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    Kylie P.

    Great local spot in Ocean Beach. I had large order which I placed over the phone - Staff was friendly and my order was ready very quickly! Yummy food as well.

    The food!! The amazing staff! We had the oatmeal and pancake breakfast everything was great! You will not go wrong with anything you order! Coffee was also amazing! The place was so cute!

    The Classic Acai Bowl
    Angel M.

    We visited this location after running along the cliffs. There was a lot of options to choose from and we were there around 9 and there was limited seating. Fortunately there was enough space for 4. The menu has a lot of options and we went with omelet and acai bowl. The build your own omelette was helpful as I got to choose what I wanted and it was delicious. The acai bowl on the other hand was good but it was more watery than most acai bowls we've had. The water station has these really small cups that you can use more than once but a funny feeling as it is already wet. The decor gave the location a cafe vibe and the service was nice and helpful. Their register does seem a bit older there were some specific modifications that they could not do because the register system did not allow it. Overall we enjoyed our time.

    Matcha oat honey latte

    Pesto chicken panini was sooo delicious! Filling but light at the same time. Such a cute & intimate cafe. Best part was our host, Andrea!!! The sweetest gem in SD

    Ann S.

    Way good coffee and breakfast. And, the service was so, so friendly. I had the Breakfast sandie, hubby had p-cakes. All delish. The place was very festive!

    Randall T.

    Super fast service even though they were busy Food was fresh and well prepared. Tons of options for those who want healthy choices. And, the breakfast items were also plentiful

    Three Stack Combo (minus hash browns)
    Patricia C.

    So many breakfast choices! We're visiting the area from Northern California and we chose this spot because it's cafe style. We wanted to sit, take our time and plan our day. We started with some cold brews and looked over the menu. It took me a long time to decide from all of the breakfast options. Open faced bagel sandwich? Pancakes? Veggie Scramble? At the last minute I chose Chilaquiles. It was delicious. The woman at the register was friendly, helpful and oh so patient while I tried to make up my mind. The cafe has a friendly vibe with snacks for sale and a cold case with "to go" drinks. There's limited seating, but there are some outside tables too, but of the patrons seemed to be picking up take out orders. We're definitely going back for some pancakes before leaving town. Edit: Went back for pancakes that did not disappoint. The same nice woman at the counter who remembered that I prefer to keep my receipts. If you're in the Ocean Beach area discover what it seems like the locals already know--this place is the place to go. They serve breakfast all day too.

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    Love this place. Mexican mocha is delicious. Ambience is cool and unique. We'll be back for sure next time we're in the area for brunch.

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    Cutest and best place ever. Everyone should go here and you won't be disappointed. Pancakes were amazing. Can't wait to go back

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    Service was amazing. The people who work here are so kind. The bagel sandwiches are so good! Highly recommend!

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    Are reservations required?

    Hello, Thank you for reaching out, we put all our food in to-go containers. However, you’re more than welcome to sit down and eat at the cafe. We don’t take reservations it’s… Read more

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    Hello, there’s a power outlet at the bar. There’s not many in store.

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    Books & Records

    4.3(403 reviews)
    5.2 miBanker's Hill
    $$

    beautiful restaurant, i went there for my bday celebration and it was the right choice…read more the service is fast and friendly ! it was happy hour so there was some mix in the appetizers that were ordered but they were nice enough to waive the cost for the one that arrived late. overall every delicious i love coming here !

    My fiancé and I stopped by Books & Records last night. It's a cute Asian fusion spot with a…read morerelatively small, curated menu--split into warm dishes, cold dishes, and a few appetizers. The inside was nearly fully booked, but we were able to grab a table on the patio, which worked out great. There was also open seating at the bar. We started with the Brussels sprouts and fries. The Brussels sprouts were good--my fiancé enjoyed them more than I did, but I found them a bit underwhelming. The fries were your standard skinny fries, decent overall but slightly over-salted. For a cold dish, we shared the Wagyu tartare, which unfortunately was the biggest letdown of the night. It was overwhelmingly heavy on ginger, shallots, and vinaigrette--so much so that you could barely taste the beef. The flavors were intensely salty, acidic, and overpowering. It also came with crispy fried chips, which only added to the heaviness. We're not the type to send food back, but it was honestly difficult to get through--we ended up drinking multiple bottles of water just to balance it out. On the drinks side, though, they really delivered. I ordered the Wild Honey and my fiancé had the Old Fashioned--both were excellent. The portions were solid (not overly diluted with ice), and the flavors were well-balanced and enjoyable. Overall, I'd consider coming back for drinks, especially given the ambiance and quality of cocktails. As for the food, based on this experience, it's not something I'd return for. Still, it's a nice spot if you're looking for a casual drink in a good atmosphere

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    Cocina 35

    Cocina 35

    4.2(2.3k reviews)
    5.5 miDowntown
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    Curbside pickup during COVID-19
    5 years in business

    We came to Cocina 35 at Liberty Station for the first time to celebrate my husband's birthday and…read morehad such a lovely experience. Dennise seated us and was so kind, she even shared a few of her favorite menu items since it was our first visit. Our server Anelle was great as well. She was friendly, attentive, and helped us pick some really good dishes. We tried the Tacos Dorados de Papa, El Sampler de la Abuela, and La Bomba, and for appetizers the Burrito de Machaca con Frijoles Puercos and the sweet corn tamal (which ended up being my favorite). The food and ambiance were great, but the service from Dennise and Anelle really stood out. They made our birthday brunch feel special.

    I received very bad service while ordering and picking up my order. I ordered pickup on DoorDash. I…read morewas informed they would be making the food and accepted the order. Why would you accept an order then not make it until someone gets there??? I got there and they told me it hasn't been made and will be made once I arrived. Why? Idk but the girl was rude about it. I also got the sampler that has multiple different things. It was all mashed up in one box. The whipped cream melted on all the savory food. The savory food made the sweet food not great. This place has a VAST difference in service, swiftness, ambiance, and level of customer service compared to the location in Coronado. I literally LOVE the La Jolla location. The workers are always nice, always accommodating, and having common sense. Please fix this as the other location is way better. I'd rather go all the way to Coronado (I work downtown) rather than deal with the bad service and quality of experience that you receive at this location.

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    Hash House A Go Go - HH Original Benedict

    Hash House A Go Go

    4.1(8.9k reviews)
    5.1 miHillcrest
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    Wow! Everything about this place was phenomenal. The atmosphere, the food, and the service…read more The inside gives western diner in the absolute best way possible! It's got the decor, chairs, and art to match. Jessica was our server and she was amazing! She gave us lots of suggestions on what to try and what is on the menu since it was my first time here. She recommended the bloody Mary flight so did grab that to try! We also ordered the biscuits and gravy to share and orange juice. The portions are so large! So I am glad we decided to share the biscuits and gravy but let me run down each thing. Bloody Mary Flight: Honestly every single one was amazing. My favorite was definitely the pickle Mary! Everything tasted so delicious and was garnished beautifully. Well worth the 22 dollars. Biscuits and Gravy: Absolute perfection of comfort food. The biscuits were so fluffy and well seasoned. The gravy was also soooo good, just like my mom makes. The sausage in it was also cooked so well and juicy. I've never tried mashed potatoes with the biscuits and gravy but it worked very well! Orange Juice: Not a fan really, not pulpy enough and I wasn't a fan of the flavor. Overall this is definitely a must visit! I will definitely be back.

    It's definitely a novelty breakfast/brunch spot with tons of options and massive, and I mean…read moremassive portions. Service is great and atmosphere is very nice as well. But, the food.... "Over medium" eggs came barely cooked, still had clear egg gel floating around. The table next to us had the same issue. The fried chicken, which is beautiful looking, was strangely flavorless. Another table was also talking about this issue. Bacon was way overcooked as well. I also really dislike when food timing for a table is way off. I rather it stay in the kitchen under a heat lamp and come together rather that spend 5 minutes staring at my food being polite. So, for a fun "wow that's a ton of food" experience this is it. But I much prefer quality ingredients and attention to detail and flavor over unfinishable portions at a premium price point ($100 after tip for 2 ppl).

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    Richard Walker's Pancake House - The pancake

    Richard Walker's Pancake House

    4.0(4.5k reviews)
    5.4 miDowntown
    $$

    Came here for Mother's Day brunch and, predictably, the place was absolutely buzzing with families!…read moreEven with the holiday crowd, the vibe was great and the energy was high. You can't come to Richard Walker's and not get the Dutch pancake. We went with the Apple Pancake (the fan favorite for a reason) and it was honestly out of this world. It's got that perfect contrast with super fluffy in the middle but with those amazing crispy edges. We also tried the Belgian waffle, which was exactly how it should be: crunchy on the outside and delicious throughout. What really blew me away, though, was the service. Despite it being one of the busiest days of the year, the staff was absolutely superb fast, friendly, and totally on top of it. If you're in Downtown San Diego, this is a must-visit for a solid, convenient breakfast. Highly recommend!

    You can't miss the sweet apple aroma when you walk by Richard Walkers Pancake House. It's simply…read moreambrosial! That's the delicious smell of their famous baked pancakes! An absolute must when dining here! Everything is made to order (just the way I like it). The baked pancake takes about 20 min, but totally worth it! Overall, service was on point- from start to finish! And the staff are friendly and pleasant! Very informative about the menu, making great recommendations for our table! The apple baked pancake was light and airy with an outer crisp! This house specialty is slow-baked to golden perfection with Granny Smith apples and a warm cinnamon glaze-chef's kiss! I will definitely be back for more!

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