So today was cold and with a wind chill factor of "are you freakin kidding me?" you might not think I'd want to go to Brians' American Eatery for brunch. There's always a line and it gets pretty crowded with people trying to wait inside, but, it's worth it! They have parking, but you may have to park somewhere else and walk when it's really busy.
First of all, no, I'm not spelling it wrong. It's Brians', not Brian's, because it's 2 guys named Brian. Brians' is in Hillcrest, on Washington between Lincoln and Cleveland. This location used to be an old coffee shop that never changed. When it became Brians', everything changed. It's still got a vintage coffee shop feel but now it's on purpose. There's also a heated patio on the side for when it's not raining or windier than heck.
Brians' is all about good food and lots of it. I'm not kidding. If you consider yourself a big eater you might be surprised and you'll definitely be satisfied. You're never going to go there and get "a little bite" of something. I've never finished my whole meal. They offer breakfast, daily specials and a big variety of entrees and sandwiches and everything is good. When you order a cup of coffee, they leave a full pot on the table. Same thing with hot tea and they bring a honey bear with it.
Not only is the food really good and really big, the staff is great. If you leave Brians' unhappy, it's probably your own fault. Everyone is friendly and attentive and eager to make sure you get everything exactly the way you want it.
For breakfast I like their Country Benedict; a biscuit topped with sausage, scrambled eggs, country gravy and green onions. I love that I can get grits instead of potatoes. I also like that they put fresh fruit on many of their plates. Other favorites include Fried Chicken and Waffle, Hey Ricky!, Nachos El Brian or any of the burgers.
Brians' is absolutely my first choice for Sunday brunch.
Make sure to get one of their frequent diner cards!
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I plan to bring you useful information on places to go and food to eat in San Diego. I consider myself a tourist in my own town and am looking for new things to do all the time. I hope you'll join me or share your ideas.
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Sunday, March 18, 2012
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Review - K Sandwiches
Fast and cheap but oh so good... K Sandwiches
K Sandwiches offers next to nothing in decor or atmosphere with the exception of a few tables you can sit at outside, but the food makes it well worth going to. Fresh baguettes and croissants are not only the bases for their tasty sandwiches but you can buy them on their own as well. Vietnam is known for great French bread. The baguette sandwiches feature an interesting selection of meats with Vietnamese pickled vegetables, cilantro, jalapenos and spiced mayonnaise. They also offer a huge drink selection including a whole refrigerated wall of all your favorite bottled and canned drinks, French coffee, traditional Vietnamese drinks, Boba, smoothies and slushes. There are also ready made Vietnamese specialties to grab and go. It's almost always crowded but they turn orders out quickly.
What do I get?
#9 Grilled Pork Sandwich or # 11 Grilled Chicken Sandwich...no cilantro. I like a little spice so I get it with the jalapenos on it but take them off once I get home. They leave just enough of their oils on the sandwich to add some heat but aren't overpowering.
What's cool?
A number calling system with a TV featuring a woman calling your number out in English and Vietnamese...what a trip, sure ain't like the deli
Rating...You gotta go!
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