San Diego Brunch

The best Brunch Restaurant San Diego including everything from chicken and waffles to french toast, pancakes and boozy options to treat mom Mother's Day Weekend.

Last Updated on May 6, 2022 by Top Brunch Spots Staff

Looking for the best brunch San Diego this weekend? Great! Top Brunch Spots is the go to resource for brunch each and every weekend. On top of that, we’ve already done all the hard work for you. That includes filtering through the noise to provide you only the best bottomless, boozy drinks and tasty brunches in this weekend.

These Brunch spots will be sure to be the highlight of your Sunday brunch. So whether you are in the mood for fried chicken and belgian waffles, french toast, pancakes, omelette station, brunch buffet, bloody marys, mimosas, raw bar, lunch or just great food, our Mother’s Day brunch guide is everything you’ll need to properly celebrate Mother’s Day.

Many restaurants serve a special brunch menu for Mother’s Day beyond your normal scrambled eggs, avocado toast, poached egg or smoked salmon and some even have a prix fixe menu so be sure to contact the restaurant and try to put in a reservation if you can. If not, don’t worry most restaurants will accommodate walk-ins on Mother’s Day.

So how does this work?

We pick our top choices based on the quality of the food, service, and consistency over time. We’ll start off by giving you the best options overall for brunch in San Diego and then follow up with links to different types of brunches in different neighborhoods ( and more) at the end of this page.

Best Brunch Restaurant San Diego Restaurants

Richard Walker’s Pancake House – San Diego, California 92101

Diners line up for baked apple pancakes & hearty breakfast staples at this casual daytime eatery.

Bleu Bohème – San Diego, California 92116

Exposed stone walls & large wood tables create a rustic-chic vibe at this intimate French bistro.

IHOP – San Diego, California 92108

Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.

Louisiana Purchase – San Diego, California 92104

Seasonal dishes & cocktails are served in this glamorous restaurant with a terrace.

Pho Anh & Grill – San Diego, California 92154

Phuong Trang – San Diego, California 92111

Traditional & innovative Vietnamese & Chinese fare served up in ample portions in a simple setting.

San Diego Burger Co. – San Diego, California 92101

Casual burger joint offering beef, chicken, veggie & seasonal patties, plus a kids’ menu & a patio.

Peace Pies – San Diego, California 92107

Bohemian cafe with a locally sourced menu of raw, vegan, gluten-free & soy-free dishes.

Native Foods – San Diego, California 92110

Chain for creative, Californian-style vegan fare, including mock-meat dishes, ordered at a counter.

Lou & Mickey’s – San Diego, California 92101

Smart surf ‘n’ turf joint known for steakhouse staples & tropical cocktails, plus an outdoor patio.

Kettner Exchange – San Diego, California 92101

Eatery for handcrafted cocktails & a creative menu of American dishes with some global flare.

Fusion Eats – San Diego, California 92110

Karina’s Ceviches & More – San Diego, California 92103

Cheery, quick-serve eatery with outdoor seating offering Mexican seafood plates such as ceviche.

Imperial Mandarin – San Diego, California 92111

Unpretentious Chinese restaurant offering a seafood-heavy menu & daily lunchtime dim sum.

Piacere Mio – San Diego, California 92102

Diners dig into traditional Italian fare at these romantic locales with exposed wood beams & bricks.

Izakaya Masa – San Diego, California 92103

Cozy Japanese spot offering sushi, ramen & udon alongside a wide selection of sake, beer & soju.

Miguel’s Cocina – San Diego, California 92110

Lolita’s Mexican Food – San Diego, California 92111

No-frills taco joint located in a shopping center offers hearty portions of classic Mexican grub.

Taste of Thai – San Diego, California 92103

Neighborhood stalwart known for classic Thai dishes & lunch specials in smart, modern digs.

Wendy’s – San Diego, California 92108

Fast-food burger chain serving sides such as chili & baked potatoes.

Mitch’s Seafood – San Diego, California 92106

Sitting quaintly on the marina this seafood-inspired eatery features mostly locally caught fish.

Hi Poke – San Diego, California 92101

Phil’s BBQ – San Diego, California 92110

Casual eatery & bar for signature mesquite-barbecued babyback & beef ribs, plus sandwiches & sides.

Pioneer BBQ – San Diego, California 92119

Papas & Tacos Mexican Food – San Diego, California 92101

Burritos, quesadillas & other casual Mexican fare in a colorful counter serve with a juke box.

Olala crepes and sweet – San Diego, California 92101

Snug shop specializing in a concise menu of sweet & savory French crepes, waffles & coffee.

Curryosity – San Diego, California 92104

Cheery pick serving Indian cuisine such as tikka masala, curry mussels & soju-based cocktails.

Himalayan Curry and Grill – San Diego, California 92120

The Waffle Spot – San Diego, California 92108

Long-running diner at the King’s Inn serving breakfast fare amid playful murals.

HOPE 46 Restaurant – San Diego, California 92104

HOPE 46 Restaurant Description: Address: 2223 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104 Phone Number: +1 619-780-0358 Website: https://www.lafayettehotelsd.com/dining/hope-46 Store Hours: Monday: 7AM–9PM | Tuesday: 7AM–9PM | Wednesday: 7AM–9PM | Thursday: 7AM–9PM | Friday: 7AM–9PM | Saturday: 7AM–9PM | Sunday: 7AM–9PM