Best Breakfast and Brunch Places in Rancho Santa Fe

"Crack Shack is one of San Diego’s most popular family-friendly restaurants for fried chicken on an otherworldly level. Celebrity Chef Richard Blais developed “Crack Spice” which is a proprietary blend of spices that he adds to locally raised, free-living, antibiotic-free chicken. Opt straight for the fried chicken with dipping sauces or one of the decadent sandwiches."

"Crack Shack is the closest humanity has gotten to building an actual temple to fried chicken and eggs. This place in Little Italy is a bit gimmicky, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t delicious. They have a huge patio and serve a bunch of really good chicken sandwiches."

"This steadily-expanding spin-off from Juniper & Ivy’s culinary team has a foundation of fried chicken and fresh fare set in an appealing all-outdoor setting."

"Breakfast Republic is spacious, stylish and trendy, with two lovely patios and a 20-tap chrome beer tower. It serves a spectacular breakfast from 7 am to 3 pm, hence the reason for beer on tap. Beer also goes very well with some of their creations such as Shrimp & Grits Breakfast, Chicken Wing Breakfast Bowls, and Breakfast Mac 'n Cheese."

"There are a few spots to grab breakfast in Ocean Beach, and Breakfast Republic makes some of the best. They have 10 locations in town and eight of those are in San Diego. The Ocean Beach location is nice and big (come here for breakfast with a group), with large windows and fun decor."

"This is a unique California-inspired restaurant with the chicken and the egg as the center of the menu. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options are available, I had the chilaquiles and my kids tried a pancake flight."

"If giant plates of food are what you want, this is the place to get it!. Hash House is one of the best breakfast spots in San Diego, They have a lot of waffles, pancakes, and southern fares, like biscuits and gravy, and fried, chicken, mashed potatoes, and eggs. I have been here several times and I liked to get the sage chicken and smoked bacon waffles plate with a maple reduction, eggs, and fried leeks, it is amazing and I am so sad to be gluten-free now!"

"Hash House a Go Go is located in the trendy and popular neighborhood of Hillcrest. Since opening its doors in 2000, the restaurant has garnered a lot of attention in the breakfast scene and has found its way into several other cities nationwide. Piquing the interest of national media favorites like Spin Magazine, Man vs. Food, the Travel Channel, and the Rachel Ray Show, this is pretty much a mandatory stop when it comes to San Diego breakfast spots."

"Hash House A Go Go, or Hash House for short, is a super popular Hillcrest breakfast hotspot known for their “twisted farm food”. They started out in this modest Hillcrest location and now boast over 10 locations including multiple ones in Las Vegas, it’s no surprise they are well known, and for good reason. They do not take reservations and the line is always long."

"Great Maple is all about appreciation for seasonal produce, responsible seafood and farm fresh American meals. And all served in a room created for relaxed drinking and conversation. Great Maple is a European bistro in America and chic restaurant with a swanky 1950s vibe."

"San Diego is home to one of four Great Maple restaurants in Southern California. The space is a bright, light-filled, upscale-casual dinette open for “blunch” on weekdays, brunch o..."

"Join Flemings Steakhouse La Jolla for a three-course Thanksgiving feast for just $49 per person, including classics like the Mixed Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast, or Sliced Beef Tenderloin. Sides include delicious butter-mashed sweet potatoes or Yukon Gold mashed potatoes. And bring the kids, too!"

"IF YOU HAVE NEVER EATEN AT THIS RESTERANT RUN TO THE DOOR. THE FOOD THERE IS OUT OF THIS WORLD. ITS SO FRESH AND FAVORFUL YOU…"