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

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

Denny’s – San Diego, California 92104

Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.

StreetCar Merchants Chicken Bar – San Diego, California 92104

Bakery serving upscale donuts with wacky flavor combinations, fried chicken, coffee & cocktails.

Pho Viet – San Diego, California 92139

Pho Minh – San Diego, California 92115

Burger Lounge – San Diego, California 92103

Modern counter-serve burger spot serving grass-fed beef, free-range turkey & quinoa varieties.

Officine Buona Forchetta – San Diego, California 92106

Sib to Buona Forchetta serving Italian eats & pizza in industrial-chic digs with two patios.

Loving Hut (North Park) – San Diego, California 92104

Outpost of a vegan counter-serve chain with Asian-accented menus that vary by location.

CUCINA urbana – San Diego, California 92101

Reclaimed wood lines this stylish, contemporary Italian restaurant & wine shop with craft cocktails.

insideOUT – San Diego, California 92103

A menu featuring California & Mediterranean-inspired dishes & drinks in a lively space with a pool.

Cori Pastificio Trattoria – San Diego, California 92104

World Curry – San Diego, California 92109

Lunch bustles at this eatery known for specials on curry dishes from India, Japan, Singapore & more.

Spicy City – San Diego, California 92111

Bustling, unadorned Chinese restaurant specializing in Sichuan dishes loaded with chiles.

Bencotto – San Diego, California 92101

Chic bi-level eatery famed for artisanal Italian eats, including handmade pasta & classic desserts.

Kokoro Restaurant – San Diego, California 92123

Japanese fare, including sushi, is the focus at this mellow, upscale eatery with sake & cocktails.

Las Cuatro Milpas – San Diego, California 92113

Old-school Mexican joint earning fans with its homemade tortillas & picnic-table decor since 1933.

The Blind Burro – San Diego, California 92101

Stylish Mexican eatery & bar decorated in bare wood serving Baja-style coastal cuisine & cocktails.

The Original Sab-E-Lee – San Diego, California 92111

Strip mall nook for re-imagined takes on classic Thai dishes such as curry, salad & noodle recipes.

Rally’s – San Diego, California 92123

Crab Hut – San Diego, California 92101

Nautical-themed joint serves up buckets of seafood & other Cajun-Creole classics with craft beer.

PB Poke House – San Diego, California 92109

Poke bowls with marinated, seared & spiced seafood offered in a relaxed takeaway close to the beach.

Bowlegged B.B.Q – San Diego, California 92102

Smokin Joe’s BBQ – San Diego, California 92102

Southern Basics – San Diego, California 92101

Chocolat Hillcrest – San Diego, California 92103

Casual counter for Italian cafe fare, including panini, pizza, bruschetta & especially desserts.

India Palace Banquet & Catering – San Diego, California 92103

The lunch buffet & extensive menu of Indian classics draw fans to this serene stalwart.

Spice Lounge – San Diego, California 92109

Upscale Indian eatery & bar dishing up curries, tandoori & other favorites in an intimate space.

Snooze, an A.M. Eatery

Snooze, an A.M. Eatery Description Vibrant spot for breakfast & cocktails. Vibrant, retro chain serving a seasonal menu of creative breakfast & lunch fare, plus cocktails. Address: 4901 E Ray Rd #120, Phoenix, AZ 85044, United States Phone: +1 480-893-7638 Website: Breakfast & Brunch Food Restaurant Store Hours: Sunday: 6:30am-2:30pm| Monday: 7am-2pm| Tuesday: 7am-2pm| Wednesday:

Cafe Gratitude San Diego – San Diego, California 92101

A branch of the LA chain offering creative plant-based fare, juices, beer & wine in hip, clean digs.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar – San Diego

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Description: Address: 8970 University Center Ln, San Diego, CA 92122 Phone Number: +1 858-535-0078 Website: https://www.flemingssteakhouse.com/Locations/CA/La-Jolla Store Hours: Monday: 4–10PM | Tuesday: 4–10PM | Wednesday: 4–10PM | Thursday: 4–10PM | Friday: 4–10PM | Saturday: 4–10PM | Sunday: 4–9PM