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Madi, San Diego, CA

Madi

4.6
4.6
410 Reviews
$30 and under
Breakfast

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 27 times today
  • Great for brunch
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Bringing all-day brunch and grab-and-go coffee to Normal Heights, Madi is the upcoming daytime counterpart to Madison on Park, the well-established mid-century modern restaurant and bar that opened in University Heights in 2015.

Offering a quick-service coffee counter fueled by Heartwork Coffee out of Mission Hills that’ll feature the full range of espresso drinks, specialty beverages, and tea as well as fresh pastries, Madi will also be an anytime option for sit-down breakfasts, mimosa-powered brunches, and casual lunches.

Its breakfast menu ranges from waffle churro sticks and breakfast burritos to skirt steak eggs Benedict and a variety of pancakes based on a 60-year-old recipe from Madison co-owner Matthew, whose family runs a century-old breakfast spot in the midwest.

Lunch will hinge on build-your-own grain and salad bowls along with lettuce wraps, ceviche, a burger, and a classic Tuna Melt!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Breakfast, Californian, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 8:30 am–2:00 pm Fri–Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 915-5522
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Tomas Felix
  • Area
    Kensington
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 410 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Great for brunch

  • San Diego

    Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Madi offers a delightful dining experience with "great food" and "friendly service." It's an ideal spot for both brunch and lunch, featuring standout items like churro waffles and espresso martinis. While the ambiance is charming and lively, it can get noisy. Reservations are recommended to avoid wait times.

410 Reviews
  1. Molly

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely wonderful as always! So lucky to have a gem like this in our neighborhood.

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  2. Kristina

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food! So happy to see they could make their pancakes gluten free and keep the recipe- I got to try the goat cheese blackberry instead of having to get a stack of pancakes on the side. The guava mimosa also delicious. Great food, fun brunch.

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  3. Henry

    Chicago

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    I don’t know why dogs are allowed inside what if the customers are allergic to dogs. Server completely ignored our check request instead keep walking pass us and help other tables

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  4. kassandra

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 27 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Super cute spot! The vibes and atmosphere are what I think all brunch spots should be. The food was good, nothing mind blowing— but the vibes made up for it. Give it a shot :)

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  5. Kayleen

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was delicious but service was a little bit slow.

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  6. William

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, breakfast at Madi is top drawer ! Sky took care of me with her usual cheerful efficiency. Kudos to Octavio for the cortado art!

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  7. Josh

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice aesthetic to the restaurant and a unique menu, the ambience is great and very busy. Would recommend and return.

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  8. Moises

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic Breakfast at Madi Had an incredible breakfast at Madi! The food was delicious, the atmosphere warm and inviting, and the service exceptional. Every detail was thoughtfully taken care of, making it a truly enjoyable experience. Highly recommend and can’t wait to come back!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was amazing wait staff was nice no complaints just a very hot spot so expect it to be packed

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  10. David

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional food, drink, atmosphere, service. Get in early, this place sure is busy. We'll return for sure.

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FAQs

Madi offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 915-5522.

Madi is rated 4.6 stars by 410 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 27 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Madi

3737 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116-2220

Additional information

  • Area
    Kensington
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 8:30 am–2:00 pm Fri–Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Breakfast, Californian, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Tomas Felix
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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