Cafe 222

4.3
Very Good
5115 reviews
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(619) 236-9902   |   Visit Website

About

Cafe 222 has become a popular breakfast and American restaurant in San Diego, California. It offers an extensive menu with traditional American favorites done with innovative techniques. Customers love the rustic atmosphere and friendly service. They also enjoy the variations on classic breakfast dishes that keep them coming back for more. Cafe 222 is a great spot for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.

Restaurant Features

Facilities & Amenities

  • Restroom Restroom
  • Kid Friendly Kid Friendly
  • Kid Menu Kid Menu
  • Kid High Chair Kid High Chair
  • Vegetarian Options Veg Friendly
  • Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair Access

Parking

  • Paid Parking Lot
  • Paid Street Parking

Accepted Payments

  • Credit Card
  • Apple Pay
  • Google Pay

Must Try Dishes

Cafe 222 in San Diego, California is a must-visit restaurant offering delectable dishes that will leave you craving for more. Start your day with their famous Peanut Butter and Banana Stuffed French Toast, a heavenly combination of fluffy bread, creamy peanut butter, ripe bananas, and a drizzle of rich maple syrup. For lunch, indulge in their delectable California Club Sandwich, piled high with turkey, avocado, bacon, lettuce, and tomato on fresh toasted bread. If you're in the mood for something savory, order their award-winning Corned Beef Hash, made with tender chunks of corned beef, crispy potatoes, and perfectly poached eggs. Lastly, don't miss out on their mouthwatering Strawberry Waffle, a deliciously light and fluffy waffle topped with fresh strawberries and whipped cream. With its cozy ambiance and unforgettable dishes, Café 222 is a culinary gem in San Diego that should not be missed.

Ratings for Cafe 222

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    4.3 (5115)
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    4.5 (1732)
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    4 (2209)
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    4.5 (803)
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    4.5 (188)
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    4.1 (176)
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Reviews for Cafe 222

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Steven H.

I have walked my dogs past this cute cafe more times than I can count and we finally made it over for breakfast this morning. So happy we did - wish we had done it sooner. It’s a small cafe with (as I counted) 7 tables and six counter seats inside and another 7 tables outside. We were fortunate there was no wait for a table inside. Atmosphere feels a bit crowded because you are right on top of the next table over but that’s more a space issue and trying to fit more tables in than anything else. If you don’t like others hearing your conversation this isn’t the place for you. That being said the service was fantastic and the food was scrumptious. We had the Biscuits and Gravy and it was probably the best I’ve had in San Diego. Tastefully peppery and plenty of gravy for the dish. It also comes with potatoes covered in gravy which I’ve never really experienced before but were good. I might ask them to skip the potatoes and give another biscuit or two next time as the potatoes seemed heav

Michael B.

First morning breakfast for the stay in San Diego at The Cafe 222 well the outside on the curb tables reminded me of my time in Italy. The coffee was very nice. Now the waffle was a nice waffle the scrambled eggs was ok The sausage was no good cheap bland and probably frozen microwaved out of a box. The syrup was cheap not real maple syrup I’m accustomed to back in the Midwest. But the view and relaxing feel was amazing to sit there and just forget about all the hustle and bustle back home. That alone is worth a star on the score. The people are kind and very friendly but that should be a given so I will probably revisit this cute little place.

Ben W.

Excellent breakfast spot. A small privately owned restaurant that has a great feel and delicious, freshly cooked good. I visited to breakfast and enjoyed it very much.

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Business Hours

Sunday:
7:00 AM - 1:45 PM
Monday:
7:00 AM - 1:45 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 1:45 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 1:45 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 1:45 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 1:45 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 1:45 PM

Location Map

222 Island Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

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