If breakfast is the most important meal of the day, brunch is certainly the most fun. San Diego is packed with delectable brunch eateries, ranging from no-frills diners and cozy cafés to trendy pop-ups and beachfront buffets. Every weekend, San Diegans pack these hotspots for breakfast classics, decadent dishes, and Instagram-worthy eats. Bagel or benedict, […]
If breakfast is the most important meal of the day, brunch is certainly the most fun. San Diego is packed with delectable brunch eateries, ranging from no-frills diners and cozy cafés to trendy pop-ups and beachfront buffets. Every weekend, San Diegans pack these hotspots for breakfast classics, decadent dishes, and Instagram-worthy eats.
Bagel or benedict, coffee or mimosa (or both, we’re not judging)—when it comes to brunch, you have options. The hardest part is deciding where to go. That’s where we come in.
Cocina 35
The Atmosphere:
Cocina 35 Brunch is a family-owned restaurant inspired by cherished Mexican recipes, reimagined with a fresh aesthetic. Designed to feel like a vibrant Mexican home filled with photos and greenery, it delivers warm, lively hospitality and nostalgic flavors that celebrate the heart and soul of Mexico.
What to Order from Cocina 35
Pan Dulce—our pan dulce cart brings a joyful start to your meal with delicious conchas, empanadas, and polvorones Latte Flight—a delicious sampling of our four best sellers: de la olla, mazapán, cajeta, and Mexican mocha latte. El Sampler de la Familia—meant for sharing, featuring burritos de machaca sinaloense, quesadillas de chilorio, and tacos dorados de papa El Patrón—our best seller, featuring your choice of chilaquiles, beans, eggs, and our delicious French toast
Don’t Miss!
Mexican specialty coffee including Mazapan latte, Mexican mocha, or De la olla latte
Fun brunch beverages including mimosa flights (Liberty Station and Coronado)
Stunning views of San Diego (Coronado)
The Owners: Cesar & Paulina Chaidez
Cesar and Paulina Chaidez, siblings from Culiacán, Sinaloa, brought San Diego must-try chilaquiles, sharing authentic Mexican family recipes inspired by their grandmother’s 1970s kitchen traditions.
Cocina 35 Locations
Cortez Hill: 1435 Sixth Avenue | 619-431-5611 Otay Mesa: 9335 Airway Road #112 | 619-591-9973 Barrio Logan (To-go Only): 2649 Boston Avenue | 619-228-9999 Liberty Station: 2750 Dewey Road #104 | 619-794-2041 Coronado: 1201 First Street | 619-996-3035
Doc Holliday’s
The Atmosphere
Doc Holliday’s brunch blends bold comfort food, playful indulgence, and craft cocktails in a lively Old West speakeasy setting. Guests can expect elevated classics, over-the-top flavors, and a high-energy atmosphere where people gather, stories flow, and every late morning turns into an unforgettable celebration.
What to Order at Doc Holliday’s
McHolliday—mini pancakes, sausage patty, American cheese, egg, topped with maple syrup, and a side of hash browns Dirty Hash—breakfast potatoes, chopped beef patties, American cheese, grilled onions, and no regrets Cocoa Puff—espresso, Kahlúa, milk, Cocoa Puffs. Breakfast in a cup Joe’s French Toast—deep-fried French toast, topped with seasonal berry compote and whipped honey butter
Don’t Miss!
High-energy Old West atmosphere
Bold, comfort brunch with elevated classics
Signature craft cocktails and indulgent milkshakes
Steps away from the state park
Chef-driven menu with playful, over-the-top flavors
In The Kitchen: Pietro Busalacchi
Pietro Busalacchi is a visionary restaurateur blending bold flavors, creative design, and rebellious hospitality to craft unforgettable brunch experience at Doc Holliday’s.
2547 San Diego Avenue, San Diego, California 92110 | 619-203-9603 | dochollidaysd.com
La Jolla Shores Hotel & Restaurant
The Atmosphere
Located steps from the sand at The Shores Restaurant, this relaxed beachfront dining destination pairs sweeping ocean views with fresh, California coastal cuisine. Seasonal ingredients, vibrant seafood dishes, and handcrafted cocktails create an inviting setting for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and sunset gatherings.
What to Order from The Shores Restaurant
Classic Benedict—Canadian bacon, poached eggs, English muffin, and classic hollandaise Acai Bowl—berries, banana, toasted coconut, and ancient granola Baja Fish Tacos—tempura mahi mahi, cabbage slaw, pico, cotija, and morita aioli BLT Avocado Toast—smashed avocado, tomato jam, bacon lardons, over easy egg, and arugula
Don’t Miss!
Monday–Wednesday, kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée.
Savor 50% off our signature Shores Margarita every Monday.
Breathtaking ocean views of La Jolla Shores
In The Kitchen: Jordan Sileneck
Chef Jordan Sileneck trained at Golden Door Spa and Hilton Hotels, later becoming Head Chef at Death by Tequila, where her bold, inventive cooking style flourished.
The original Broken Yolk Cafe opened in 1979 in San Diego’s Pacific Beach neighborhood. The cafe’s scratch-made ingredients, infectious hospitality, generous portions, and culinary creativity quickly made it a local favorite. Nearly 50 years later, those same traits have kept Broken Yolk Cafe growing, with 15 restaurant locations across San Diego County.
What to Order from Broken Yolk Cafe
Tiki Toast—three extra thick slices of King’s HawaiianTM sweet bread, topped with strawberries, blueberries, shredded coconut, caramel drizzle, and powdered sugar Golden State Benedict—toasted English muffin, grilled tomato, avocado, applewood-smoked bacon, poached eggs, hollandaise sauce, and a sriracha drizzle
Don’t Miss!
Mix and match benedicts
Healthy choices: wellness wrap, avocado toast, or spicy vegan bowl
Mimosa and Bloody Mary flights
42 locations in California, Arizona, Texas, Nevada, and Idaho | thebrokenyolkcafe.com
Chandler’s Oceanfront Dining
The Atmosphere
Chandler’s offers a contemporary take on California coastal cuisine, handcrafted with all things fresh and flavorful from our local bounty. Enjoy sweeping Pacific views from our idyllic terraces as you sip and savor these culinary treats, served with a smile Saturday and Sunday 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
What to Order from Chandler’s Oceanfront Dining
Wild Blue Crab Cake Benedict—with local Dassi Farms tomatoes, poached eggs, on grilled herb focaccia with basil pesto, crispy shallots, and lemon hollandaise Pineapple Aloha French Toast—Hawaiian bread, pineapple brulee, pineapple curd, macadamia nuts, white sugar dust, and Chantilly cream
Don’t Miss!
Live music every Sunday during brunch bliss from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Coastal Bloody Trio, a tasty trio of our signature Bloody Marys: classic, blonde, and verde
Guava-rita, a fresh take with tequila, fresh lime juice, Pass-O-Guava nectar, and agave
Sundays at Pazza Market & Cucina mean Italian brunch from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., featuring a seasonal rotating menu of wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas, handmade pastas, steak and eggs, crispy polenta with short rib, gelato-topped French toast, and refreshing Italian spritzes and mimosas.
What to Order from Pazza Market & Cucina
Crispy Polenta & Short Rib—crispy polenta, braised short rib, and poached egg French Toast—mascarpone cream, raspberry coulis, and pistachiootatoes
Don’t Miss!
Steak and eggs
Shakshuka Amatriciana
Bottomless mimosas
4577 La Jolla Village Drive, San Diego, California 92122 | 619-347-0371 | pazzamarket.com
Rumorosa at Sheraton San Diego Resort
The Atmosphere
Rumorosa at Sheraton San Diego Resort brings Baja California to life on the waterfront. Start your day with Cali-Baja delights like chilaquiles con carnitas and churro pancakes, and enjoy vibrant Mexican wines and bold agave spirits, all while relaxing by the San Diego Bay. Intimate, electric, and utterly delicious.
What to Order from Rumorosa
Cafe de Olla French Toast—made with sweet brioche, toasted pecans, citrus maple syrup, and topped with horchata whipped cream Baja Breakfast Sandwich—served on a sliced concha, topped with a sunny-side up egg, avocado, pico de gallo verde, chorizo patty and pepper jack cheese, and served with papas mexicanas
Don’t Miss!
Bottomless Cantaritos
Build-your-own chilaquiles station
Breathtaking views of the San Diego Bay and marina
1380 Harbor Island Drive, San Diego, California 92101 | 619-692-2826 | rumorosasd.com
A perfectly designed home rarely happens by accident. Those kitchens that feel effortless and rooms that seem to tell a story the second you walk in? They’re usually the work of someone who knows exactly what they’re doing.
It’s knowing which ideas will actually work, which materials will hold up over time, and how to turn a collection of choices into a space that feels intentional. That’s where a professional interior designer comes in.
For the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) California San Diego Chapter, the goal is to help people see interior design as more than just the finished look. Behind every well-designed space is a process built on technical expertise. Designers are educated in everything from professional software and construction details to building codes, space planning, materials, and functionality.
Courtesy of ASID
“People don’t always realize how much goes on behind the scenes,” Kirsten Recce , current president of the ASID California San Diego Chapter, says. “Our designers are not just doing furniture placement and color selection and picking out new fluffy pillows. That’s not what they’re trained for.”
ASID members bring formal education, continued learning, and industry knowledge to their projects, helping create spaces that are not only beautiful, but designed to work. A paint color that changes completely depending on the lighting. A material that looks beautiful in a showroom but doesn’t make sense for everyday life. A layout that photographs well but doesn’t function for the people living there. These are the details where professional guidance can make all the difference.
Still, one of the biggest misconceptions about hiring an interior designer is that it’s reserved for massive renovations, luxury homes, or people who already know exactly what they want. The process can feel intimidating. Where do you begin? Is a designer worth the investment? What if you only need help with one room?
ASID’s answer: start with one hour.
ASID’s Spruce Up events break down one of the biggest barriers between homeowners and professional design: knowing where to begin. Held twice a year, the community program gives homeowners the chance to work directly with an ASID designer through a one-hour, $125 consultation in their own home. Whether you’re looking for advice on furniture placement, window treatments, kitchen and bath updates, remodeling ideas, vacation rentals, color selections or something else entirely, the upcoming September 2026 event offers an approachable way to get expert guidance before committing to a full project. Signups are open through Sept. 7, with consultations taking place Sept. 21 through Oct. 31. Proceeds benefit ASID San Diego’s educational and community programs. Register here!
Courtesy of ASID
“It’s a great opportunity for people who are in that exploratory phase,” Recce says. “Maybe they’re not sure they want to hire an interior designer yet, or they think it sounds daunting or expensive. This gives them a chance to discover what working with a designer is actually like.”
Design is personal. A good designer isn’t just creating a beautiful room; they’re helping create a space that fits the way someone lives.
“We’re a resource to all of San Diego County,” Recce says. “It doesn’t cost anything to pick up the phone and call and ask. We’ll answer.”
Growing up, Laika Nur, MD, Scripps Clinic sports medicine specialist, loved watching beach volleyball when the Association of Volleyball Professionals tour came to her hometown of Chicago. A talented volleyball player herself, she remembers sitting in the stands all day, and once, even got a couple autographs. Years later, Dr. Nur was attending a professional event focused on women’s sports, and the discussion turned to a new professional women’s volleyball league. The general manager and coaching staff for San Diego’s team, the Mojo, happened to be in attendance, and Dr. Nur took the opportunity to ask them if they needed a team doctor. Flash forward to the Mojo’s inaugural 2024 season, when Dr. Nur officially became the team physician. Click here to read more about Dr. Nur and how she incorporates lessons she learned on the court into her practice.
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Your feet and ankles probably aren’t something you give much thought to—until something goes wrong. Orthopedic surgeons at Scripps Clinic are on the leading edge of foot and ankle reconstruction, treating patients with sports injuries, deformities, traumatic injuries and other conditions. That includes repairing torn Achilles tendons with a minimally invasive procedure that shrinks the incision site to less than a centimeter, and performing advanced ankle replacement on some patients with ankle arthritis. Read more about Scripps’ innovations in foot and ankle care here.
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Mai Vue was just 34 weeks pregnant when she delivered her baby. Her pregnancy had been complicated, and she’d had a recent second trimester pregnancy loss, which led to her receiving specialized care from Sean Daneshmand, MD, a Scripps Clinic perinatologist who oversees high-risk pregnancies. Dr. Daneshmand and his team took care of Mai during her pregnancy, through the birth of her healthy baby girl and beyond. Mai was part of a program Scripps launched to provide support to new moms in the weeks and months after delivery. The postpartum program, known as Scripps Health’s Fourth Trimester Continuum of Care, provides care for women with high-risk pregnancies to optimize their health after childbirth and reduce the risk of complications in future pregnancies. Click here to learn more.
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It’s estimated that one in five people in the U.S. will develop skin cancer at some point in their lives. When you factor in living in a sun-soaked city like San Diego and the outdoorsy lifestyle that comes with it, that figure can jump to as high as one in three, which makes early detection and intervention all the more important. Dermatologists at Bighorn Mohs and Dermatology Center are using innovative imaging methods and advanced surgical techniques to diagnose and treat skin cancer. For certain cancers in sensitive spots, like the face, dermatologists perform Mohs surgery, removing skin tissue layer by layer until reaching healthy, cancer-free tissue. They also use a process called immunohistochemistry to view tissue samples taken during Mohs surgery in far greater detail than previous methods. Read more about how Scripps is advancing skin cancer care here.
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When endurance athlete Isaac Sanchez learned he had cancer, he felt blindsided. He was healthy, surfed often and was training for an Ironman triathlon. But he had to put that on hold to undergo treatment. His physicians at Scripps Cancer Center developed a plan to treat the cancer in his tonsil and lymph nodes that included six-and-a-half weeks of near-daily radiation and weekly chemotherapy. He also worked with a Scripps Cancer Center dietitian to enhance his nutrition to promote strength and healing. Today, Isaac’s back to doing what he loves. Read more of his story here.
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