Best Lunch Restaurants in Solana Beach

"Sugar and Scribe is a bakery and restaurant in one, the brainchild of chef-owner Maeve Rochford, winner of the Food Network's “Holiday Baking Championship.” The restaurant has an a..."

"From biscuits and gravy to fresh Benedicts, this place has everything you could want to start your day off the right way."

"Often called (informally of course), “the best coffee in North County,” Lofty’s three locations in Encinitas and Solana Beach mean you might find one without the lines. Its original location near Moonlight Beach is a local cafe and coffee roasting spot with specialty coffee and artisanal food decorated in industrial chic. A locally owned and operated cafe, Lofty roasts its own coffee beans."

"We are so excited to announce that our Little Italy and Solana Beach locations will be reopening on June 13th!. ⁠ We cannot wait to see and serve all of you at your favorite local locations again.❤️⁠ Mark your calendars!. 🎉⁠ ⁠ Tap the link in our bio to check out a description of all of our locations, and to get directions.⁠ -⁠ Pictured here: Lofty Little Italy"

"The pork belly is perfectly cooked, both crispy and melt in your mouth (can that be an adjective?), which is oftentimes difficult to find. They also serve shrimp and grits with a spicy kick, chilaquiles, crab cake bennie, steak and eggs and corned beef hash. Start your breakfast off with some banana bread - they make a pretty mean one."

"A warm, comfortable San Diego breakfast restaurant with a stylish atmosphere, serving share plates. Breakfast and brunch items are served on weekends only, but it’s worth the wait. You’ll savor pork belly hash, house-made banana bread, bottomless mimosas, and even a short rib breakfast poutine!"

"You thought wrong — the duck fat fries at Searsuckers, one of the restaurants of Top Chef alum Brian Malarkey, are fried in rendered duck fat, giving them a rich flavor."

"A stroll along the coastal streets of La Jolla’s seaside village at some point gives way to a ritzy, honey gold neon “BUZZ” sign distinctively featured over hive-like cream-colored tiles. To all those Instagram connoisseurs of cuteness ever on the prowl for an immaculate photo backdrop accentuated by gilded edges, flamboyant geometric shapes, and the occasional tinge of rosy pink pretty, look no further as there may have never been a more glamorous cafe than Better Buzz Coffee. Don’t hesitate to try some signature favorites; their Mocha De Mexico is a divine amalgamation of espresso, Mexican chocolate, and steamed milk, on another hand, the artistically fitting Rose Water Latte is espresso, rose water, and steamed milk topped with creamy foam and dried rose petals."

"This cute little place has been around for over 45 years and is a local favorite!. Known for their in-house roasted meats and house-made cookies, it’s a great spot to grab some lunch!. Their sandwiches are all made fresh to order, and they have a good assortment of salads and a homemade soup-of-the-day."

"Located in the heart of La Jolla Shores, this is a great place to grab a quick lunch or picnic provisions. The sandwiches are excellent, and...Read More"

"South Park’s Fernside will be offering a rotation menu of bottled cocktails (they will all be doubles) along with Pimm’s Cup (discounted during happy hour) michelada kits, wine, 32oz growlers of draft beer and spirits."

"Seaview Restaurant is located inside the impressive Manchester Grand Hyatt Hotel in downtown San Diego. It’s conveniently situated between the quaint Seaport Village shopping area and the San Diego Convention Center. Diners will have the chance to indulge in one of Downtown’s best breakfast buffets, which features freshly baked pastries, waffles, scrambled eggs, prepared-to-order omelets, sausage, crispy bacon, breakfast potatoes, yogurt, fresh fruit, cold and hot cereal, muffins, breads, bagels, teas, juices, and coffee."

"Even if you’re broke, the Timken Museum of Art is always free, and if you have a Bank of America card, the San Diego Museum of Art and the Museum of Photogenic Arts are free on certain days. If you love art, check out the Spanish village. These are historic buildings turned art galleries and stores which have a lot of their work for sale. Even just walking through this area is a fun experience."

"Located in San Diego’s Balboa Park, Mingei exhibits folk art, craft & design from all eras & cultures. Art of the world, art of the people."

"Located inside Balboa Park, the San Diego Museum of Art is one of the most popular indoor attractions in San Diego and plays host to a large collection of artwork. For those who enjoy viewing masterpieces created by European, American and Asian artists, the museum offers a broad selection of pieces including work from the 19th and 20th centuries, as well as some from today’s most recognizable artists. The San Diego Museum of Art is the oldest and largest art museum in the region and welcomes guests from all over the world throughout the year."

"The region's largest fine arts museum attracts more than 250,000 visitors a year to its diverse cultural exhibits. The museum's collection is astoundingly comprehensive, with artwork ranging in date from 5,000 BC to the present. The San Diego Museum of Art is most famous for its South Asian paintings from the Edwin Binney 3rd collection."