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Big Kitchen Café

Diner Breakfast, Tofu Rancheros

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Top tips

  • Try the tofu rancheros with fried potatoes.
  • Good to know: Plan for a relaxed meal; reviews report slow service, especially when busy.
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  • Ask for potatoes to be cooked without butter, and mention that you’re vegan.
  • Look out for local live music on some weekends.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, cozy atmosphere and generous portions.

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Also praised for lively atmosphere and affordable.

Good to know

  • Outdoor seating
  • Breakfast, brunch, lunch
  • Cards

About

This long-running Golden Hill diner serves classic breakfast and lunch in kitschy, lived-in surroundings, with cooked-to-order plates and sidewalk seating. Tofu rancheros with fried potatoes is a standout vegan-friendly breakfast; service can run slow, and guests say to ask for potatoes cooked without butter.

Vegan menu

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3003 Grape Street, San Diego, CA 92102

Opening hours

Monday
08:00–14:00
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
08:00–14:00
Friday
08:00–14:00
Saturday
08:00–14:00
Sunday
08:00–14:00

the food

4.4 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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4.5 672 reviews Read on Google Maps
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4.0 6 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Some · 3–5 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
tofu, black beans
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