Best Breakfast Restaurants in The Excelsior (94112)
8 hand-picked restaurants, AI-analyzed and critic-validated
Notable Picks
8.4
Long-running Cantonese-Filipino diner serving hearty breakfast plates, congee, and HK café staples from morning hours. Locals rely on fast tickets, big portions, and a wide mix of sweet-savory breakfast options.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tapsilog (beef, garlic rice, egg), HK-Style French Toast, Congee with Century Egg
What makes it special: HK-style café breakfast meets Filipino silog plates under one roof.
8.2
Color-forward brunch plates and benedicts with playful twists (think tiramisu pancakes and blueberry-matcha drinks) in a bright, new-build space. Weekend lines move steadily and dishes arrive photo-ready without feeling fussy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tiramisu Pancakes, Classic Eggs Benedict, Blueberry Matcha Latte
What makes it special: Playful brunch with dessert-inspired pancakes and benedicts.
#3
Jo Jo’s Cafe
8.1
Old-school cafe with a sprawling menu covering American breakfast, omelets, and Asian comfort plates. Friendly service and generous portions make it a dependable Ocean Avenue morning choice.
Must-Try Dishes:
Build-Your-Own Omelet, Breakfast Special (eggs, meat, hashbrowns, toast), Congee with Side Youtiao
What makes it special: Wide-ranging breakfast menu that satisfies mixed cravings.
#4
Dim Sum King
8.0
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Hidden Gems Heaven
Counter-service dim sum that starts early, ideal for grab-and-go breakfast steamer staples. Consistent batches and low prices keep Excelsior regulars coming back.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pan-fried turnip cake, Chiu Chow fun gor, BBQ pork buns
What makes it special: Affordable, fast dim sum with classic selections all day.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Neighborhood counter for hearty salads, breakfast sandwiches, and fresh juices near Crocker Amazon. Portions are generous, ordering is quick, and the menu leans lighter without feeling spartan.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cobb Salad (build-your-way), Chicken Tostadas, Avocado Bacon Egg Sandwich
What makes it special: Balanced, customizable salads and breakfast staples done reliably fast.
#6
Tasty Coffee
7.7
No-frills neighborhood café with bright juices, bagels, and pressed panini that still plate well for the feed. Handy Balboa Park stop where breakfast runs early and takeout is efficient.
Must-Try Dishes:
Smoked Salmon Bagel, Chicken Pesto Panini, Fresh Orange Juice
What makes it special: Early-opening café with colorful juices and pressed breakfast bites.
7.7
Straightforward diner plates at early hours: eggs, pancakes, burritos, and coffee. Efficient counter rhythm and wallet-friendly pricing suit workday mornings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Breakfast Burrito, Pancake Stack, Country Potatoes & Eggs
What makes it special: No-frills, early-open breakfast with fast ticket times.
7.6
Longstanding cafe near CCSF pouring coffee and turning out breakfast sandwiches, bagels, and soups from early morning. Easygoing counter service and ample hours fit study sessions and casual meetups.
Must-Try Dishes:
Breakfast Croissant Sandwich, Bagel Egg & Cheese, Oatmeal with Fruit
What makes it special: Early opens with a wide coffee menu and hot breakfast items.