Daffodil Cafe — Restaurant in San Diego

I can't give enough praise for this incredible cafe/restaurant (although I'll try). Tl;dr though: whether you work in the nearby building or are just driving by, you absolutely have to stop by Daffodil Cafe for their amazing food, warm service, and cheerful ambience.

Food: I've tried essentially every item on the menu, and honestly nothing disappoints. Everything is carefully thought through, made fresh from high quality ingredients, with a distinctive flair. Highly recommend items from me are the Frittata (mushroom+sundried tomatoes, with a flavorful house-made chimichurri sauce), the Belgian Waffles (crunchy outside, soft inside with a gentle buttlemilk flavor), and the Bacon/Egg/Cheese Burrito (can't go wrong but still excellent). Service: Although the food is incredible, the service is really where Daffodil shines. Run by a small, lean team, the ladies from the owner to the server are all lovely, chipper, and welcoming. From first time visitors to regulars (of which they have many), they greet you with a warm welcome and do whatever they can to make sure you have a great meal from start to finish. Atmosphere: Bright, open interior with a cute mini-bazaar full of interesting, hand-picked snacks. Plentiful seating that can accommodate individuals to large groups. Easy to access with parking validation.

Food spots within walking distance is sparse in this area, so having a high quality eatery like Daffodil here is a godsend. Even if you don't work in the nearby buildings or are just visiting the area, I highly recommend you give...

For me, 5 stars means that I am actively telling people they need to try a place. Daffodil Cafe deserves this kind of recognition. Everything about this place feels inviting and genuine. The food and beverages are all delicious and made with obvious care and intent.

My avocado toast features buttery ripe avocados, grated hard-boiled egg, tomatoes, and greens. My wife’s classic breakfast sandwich was elevated by being on a light and crispy croissant. We shared an açaí bowl, which was a delightful cold treat. Finally, my spiced chai latte was fantastic (though a little too sweet for my taste; I think it would be perfect with a double espresso shot as a “dirty chai”).

The service, from counter to table, is performed with kindness and care. They are genuinely happy to have you as their customer.

We look forward to returning and trying more dishes...

As someone who visits cafes for a living , this is the perfect cafe for all your needs ! The atmosphere is magical , with fresh wooden chairs and tables, a curated playlist for all musical geeks and a groovy Wall paper .

Chefs selection of menu assortments couldn’t be any better . Everything is made fresh and always served at the perfect temperature . My favorite go to order has become a side of toast and eggs with an order of their famous chia seed pudding ! It’s the perfect balance of protein and fiber ! They don’t have all the syrups on it . I do believe you can request a bit of customization to your liking ! Love this place a bit scared it will become very tik tok famous because unfortunately as someone who’s lived in japan and been a matcha fan … THIS is the best matcha in all of San Diego...