(619) 236-9902
222 Island Ave
San Diego,
CA
92101
32.7105
-117.1625
Neighborhoods: Central San Diego, Marina, Central
What People Are Saying About Cafe 222
The Editor
Maren Dougherty
Citysearch
In Short – This friendly café's classic breakfast fare and fun, industrial-style décor draws locals, tourists and business people alike. Owner Terryl Gavre knows food--she writes restaurant reviews, teaches cooking classes, and regularly appears on local tv stations. House specialties include low fat pumpkin waffles, famous orange-pecan pancakes, and peanut butter and banana stuffed French toast. On weekdays there's a light lunch menu of paninis, soups and salads.
07/06/09
Awful customer service
by CSMobileUser
Horrible wait time, not friendly hostess, manager is a nightmare but food was decent
10/26/07
Best tamale breakfast ever
by cherylr
Everytime I go to San Diego I make my way to Cafe 222 for breakfast. I love the tamale breakfast, the atmosphere is great too. It is a small quaint cafe on the corner of some condo's.
- Pros: Great Food
- Cons: Bad coffee
08/06/07
friendly place
by imjustsayin
Lots of variety on the breakfast menu. Loved the beef tamale, wasn't crazy about the peanut butter waffle. I love pb, so had high hopes, but texture was doughy and flavor wasn't strong. Disappointed that I never got offered more coffee despite sitting at the small counter. Overall, cute place, would try again.
The Details on Cafe 222
When to Go:
Reservations aren't accepted, so go after 12:30pm on weekends to avoid a long wait for brunch.
Where to Sit:
The upper patio is perfect for larger parties.
Know Before You Go:
Fido is welcome at the outside tables, as long as he plays nicely with other Fidos.
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