San Diego

Best Brunch in San Diego

Coastal San Diego brunch — bottomless mimosas, ocean views, and patio mornings across Pacific Beach, La Jolla, Ocean Beach, and Coronado.

The short answer

Coastal San Diego's brunch splits four ways: bottomless mimosas (loudest in Pacific Beach), ocean and bay views (La Jolla and Coronado), date mornings, and dog-friendly patios (Ocean Beach). Pick the hood for the vibe, the intent for the table.

Spots: 24
Take reservations: 20 of 24
Getting in: 20 book ahead, 3 walk-in (expect a wait)

On the plate

Oyster platter with mignonette, cocktail sauce, and lemon at Beeside Balcony La Jolla — Beeside Balcony La Jolla
Photo: jennifer vaandering

Coral-hued cocktail with fresh mint and berries, served at sunny rooftop table with empanadas at Birdseye Rooftop — Birdseye Rooftop
Photo: Birdseye Rooftop

Three vibrant brunch cocktails with citrus garnishes and fresh mint at JRDN Restaurant — JRDN Restaurant
Photo: JRDN Restaurant

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Gallery

On the plate

Overhead spread of brunch dishes including avocado toast, eggs, waffle fries, and fresh salads at Beeside Balcony La Jolla — Beeside Balcony La Jolla
Photo: Beeside Balcony La Jolla

Overhead spread of brunch dishes including seared tuna, burger, vegetable plate, and grilled fish with asparagus at Beeside Balcony La Jolla — Beeside Balcony La Jolla
Photo: Beeside Balcony La Jolla

Grilled shrimp skewer with vegetables and sauce at Beeside Balcony La Jolla — Beeside Balcony La Jolla
Photo: Beeside Balcony La Jolla

Crispy fried chicken with caramel sauce and herb garnish at Beeside Balcony La Jolla — Beeside Balcony La Jolla
Photo: Abbie Steiner

Crispy fried chicken sandwich with coleslaw, golden fries, and ketchup at Beeside Balcony La Jolla — Beeside Balcony La Jolla
Photo: Beeside Balcony La Jolla

Colorful brunch cocktails with tropical flower garnish overlooking ocean at Birdseye Rooftop — Birdseye Rooftop
Photo: The Stone

Colorful brunch spread with bacon-wrapped shrimp, eggs, burger, and pasta at Birdseye Rooftop — Birdseye Rooftop
Photo: Birdseye Rooftop

Pink cocktail with raspberry foam and fresh raspberries at Birdseye Rooftop — Birdseye Rooftop
Photo: Birdseye Rooftop

Brunch spread with salad, roasted chicken, and crispy potatoes alongside colorful cocktails and ocean view at Birdseye Rooftop — Birdseye Rooftop
Photo: The Stone

Overhead spread of brunch dishes including avocado toast, burger with fries, and fresh salads at Birdseye Rooftop — Birdseye Rooftop
Photo: The Stone

Fresh ceviche with avocado, cilantro, and crispy tortilla chips at Birdseye Rooftop — Birdseye Rooftop
Photo: Birdseye Rooftop

Fresh oyster platter with lemon and mignonette sauces on ice at JRDN Restaurant — JRDN Restaurant
Photo: NateMFJ

Loaded waffle fries topped with prosciutto, avocado, and microgreens with fried chicken sandwiches at JRDN Restaurant — JRDN Restaurant
Photo: K M

Seared scallop with mussels and charred bread at JRDN Restaurant — JRDN Restaurant
Photo: Danielle Howe

Amber cocktail with ice and citrus garnish at JRDN Restaurant — JRDN Restaurant
Photo: Kaea Simeona

Stacked brioche French toast with fresh strawberries, granola, whipped cream and maple syrup at Cody's La Jolla — Cody's La Jolla
Photo: Mikailia Rogers

Eggs Benedict with hollandaise, crispy bacon, and herb garnish served with roasted potatoes at Cody's La Jolla — Cody's La Jolla
Photo: Seymour Titt

Eggs Benedict with hollandaise sauce and fresh greens at Cody's La Jolla — Cody's La Jolla
Photo: Matt

Lobster roll on toasted bun with arugula and fries at Cody's La Jolla — Cody's La Jolla
Photo: Ryan Loves Sushi

Brunch plate with coleslaw, burger, and avocado with ocean view at Cody's La Jolla — Cody's La Jolla
Photo: Vlad Railian

Bloody Mary with celery, lime, and bacon garnish at Wonderland Ocean Pub — Wonderland Ocean Pub
Photo: Rashaad Forehand

Start here

By the mimosa, the view, or the neighborhood

Best Bottomless Mimosas in San Diego

Boozy brunch across the coast — where the mimosas keep coming and the patios stay loud.

Best Brunch With a View in San Diego

Brunch where the table looks at water — open ocean in La Jolla and PB, calm bay in Coronado. Every spot below tells you exactly what you're looking at.

Most Romantic Brunch in San Diego

Date brunch across the coast — the spots built for lingering over a second coffee.

Brunch in Pacific Beach

Boozy, beachy, and loud in the best way. Bottomless mimosas and packed patios up and down Garnet — plus a few oceanfront rooms like JRDN and World Famous that quietly do date brunch right.

Brunch in La Jolla

Cove and cliff views, white tablecloths, and the kind of brunch you make a reservation for. The coast's most scenic morning tables, with a date-worthy edge.

Brunch in Ocean Beach

Laid-back, dog-forward, and unbothered. Bring the pup, grab a patio, and order another mimosa — OB does brunch the way OB does everything: on its own terms.

Brunch in Coronado

Resort-island mornings off the Hotel del and the ferry landing — waterfront tables, bay breezes, and a romantic streak that makes it worth the bridge.