Best Brunch in San Diego

Modern diner Hash House A Go Go specializes in BIG "Twisted Farm Food" so bring your appetite. For brunch (served a la carte), indulge in a plate of hash with meatloaf, salmon, or corned beef. Try flapjacks such as the traditional buttermilk variety, or something different like blackberry-granola or butterscotch-almond. Nursing a hangover? Order the "O'Hare of the Dog," a 24-oz Budweiser in a brown bag and a side of bacon. Lunch and dinner choices are just as mammoth including a one-pound burger stuffed with mashed potatoes and bacon, or go for the stellar sage fried chicken. Hit the shops in Hillcrest after brunch.

With a farm-to-table approach, Whisknladle succeeds in making simple food taste extraordinary. The menu changes with the season and is void of fuss. Everything is made from scratch, including the tonics and purees for the artisanal cocktails. Brunch is served on both Saturday and Sunday. Favorite dishes include banana butterscotch bread, spicy buttermilk fried chicken and hangar steak and eggs though guests can also order off of the popular lunch menu. Happy hour is 7 days per week from 3:00-6:00pm with discounts on tapas, sangria, wine and cocktails. They also have a private dining room that seats up to 16 people.

Owned and operated by Chef Matt Gordon and his wife, Urban Solace in North Park offers brunch-goers two options. "Blunch" on Saturdays includes breakfast-type items such as Kitchen Sink Biscuits and Gravy, Fried Green Tomato Benny (house biscuit, poached fresh eggs, smoked ancho chili Hollandaise), salads and sandwiches. Bluegrass brunch is only on Sundays, where diners can enjoy live bluegrass music over a larger menu including braised Colorado lamb shoulder hash, butter-pecan french toast and more. Specialty cocktails including mojitos, bellinis and more will certainly put you in a cheery mood. Urban Solace is just that--a neighborhood eatery that prides itself on good, creative food and excellent service.

THE MED evokes the feel of charming villa overlooking the Mediterranean Sea but in the Village of La Jolla. Its claim to fame is threefold: ocean views, impeccable service and a superb Coastal Mediterranean menu that emphasizes the best of California's coast. This is especially evident during morning meals that include everything from lobster Benedict to perfectly-presented acai bowls. Pair your choice with an Agua Fresca mimosa featuring watermelon and lime or a gourmet bloody Mary. Choose to sit indoors or on the lovely patio as both have ocean views. The restaurant is open for breakfast daily and open for brunch on Saturday and Sundays.

Celebrity Chef Brian Malarkey of TLC's Mega Bites and Bravo's Top Chef opened Searsucker in the heart of San Diego's trendy Gaslamp Quarter. Sunday brunch is an excellent time to try this popular venue. The creative and witty New American menu features local favorites such as the Buttermilk Fried Chicken sandwich with mustard slaw and pickled jalapenos, and Sunday Bloody Sunday with golden egg, spicy shrimp and white cheddar grits. Alongside Bloody Mary's, Manmosas (bourbon, blackberry, maple syrup, champagne) and bellinis will surely right the ship after a long night out. Or go with mimosas your way which give you a bottle of sparkling wine, fruit and fresh juice of your choice.

Located about 1.5 miles away from Qualcomm Stadium, Cafe 21 is a great option for any reason. This extremely popular restaurant is Turkish and if you don't order the baklava... well, let's just say you should. The restaurant is so popular that they added a second location in the Gaslamp Quarter. The dishes are great value for money with brunch (try the bananas foster stuffed french toast and the prosciutto omelette) as a popular time to go. At dinner, try the flat iron steak flat bread and the kabobs. Tea lovers will appreciate the extensive menu, but those craving a tipple will find plenty of craft cocktails, craft beer, wine and sangria. This cozy restaurant doesn't have a parking lot so park on the street.

Snooze, an A.M. Eatery is located in Hillcrest and sort of how you'd imagine breakfast with the Jetsons to be. Decor is retro and full of vibrant colors. Try the Sandwich I Am, which is an Udi's soft pretzel roll with eggs, cheese and sausage served with a side of smoked cheddar hollandaise. Equally tempting are the pineapple upside down pancakes or sticky bun french toast. Snooze serves all-day breakfast and brunch, however, if standard morning fare isn't your thing, a hamburger or fish tacos should do nicely. Snooze recycles and composts an impressive 90% of their waste. They look for the same level of commitment from their suppliers, too. Park at the street meters.

The Westgate Hotel is meant to be a re-creation of an anteroom in the Palace of Versailles with antiques, Baccarat crystal chandeliers, plush carpets and brocade chairs. Le Fontainebleau, the hotel's modern-French restaurant, hosts an extravagant Sunday brunch with enormous variety. Highlights include a full service breakfast station with made-to-order omelettes and eggs, a sushi table, gourmet cheese and meats, fresh seafood display, a carving station and much more. The extensive brunch menu is available online. Dress smartly for this elegant affair and be sure to make reservations in advance. Live music on the piano entertains guests while dining in the beautiful restaurant.

Trust Restaurant is a community restaurant in Hillcrest with a menu of seasonal, shareable plates that is especially popular at brunch time. Look out for favorites such as Rolled Tacos con Huevos (two eggs, black beans, chorizo, potatoes, salsa ranchero, oaxaca, guacamole, radish) or the Trust Way burger (house cured-braised bacon and sunny side egg). Pair your decadent meal with sips from the globally-influenced beverage program which showcases local craft beer and celebrates artisan producers of wine throughout the world. Guests can also opt to dine on the 1,300-square-foot outdoor patio designed to complement the urban landscape of Hillcrest.

Legendary Sunday brunch in the Crown Room at the Hotel del Coronado has been a long-time local favorite and award-winning year after year. Patrons dine under Victorian-era, dark vaulted ceilings and stunning crown chandeliers. Seven dining stations feature favorites that might include farm-to-table gourmet salads, braised short ribs, Alaskan king crab, charcuterie, prime rib, a donut bar, vintage candy and more. The menu changes based on what ingredients are in season. Also included are made-to-order mimosas, a Bloody Mary bar and freshly squeezed screwdrivers. The Crown Room can accommodate large groups, however, be sure to make a reservation in advance, regardless of how many are in your party.