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Madi, San Diego, CA

Madi

4.7
4.7
455 Reviews
$30 and under
Breakfast

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 32 times today
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Tomas Felix
  • Neighborhood
    Kensington
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 455 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Great for brunch

  • San Diego

    Kid-friendly

  • San Diego

    Great for brunch

  • San Diego

    Kid-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Madi is a delightful brunch destination offering "amazing food," "super cute" ambiance, and "friendly" service. The patio provides a quieter dining experience, while creative menu options, including the "goat breakfast sandwich" and "churro waffle sticks," consistently impress. Be prepared for lively noise levels inside, but overall, it's a "wonderful experience."
455 Reviews
  1. MichelineG

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and food were great. They gave me a birthday churro plate for free!

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  2. Howard VIP

    Seattle29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Best on weekdays with no wait. We keep coming back. That says it all!

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  3. Laura

    Greater Boston9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve never had French toast this good in my entire life. There was a hint of lemon in the coating which added a high note that I did didn’t know French toast needed! I could not stop eating it.  The decor has an open sunny feel. Our server was attentive and friendly and did a great job answering our questions about the menu. I have only been to Madi once, but I will absolutely be returning (when I work up the appetite). This is now one of my favorite places for brunch in San Diego.

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  4. Amy

    Tucson1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great breakfast, lunch, or brunch spot. Food was terrific and the service was great too. Orange cinnamon roll pancakes were so delicious!

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  5. Jenny

    San Diego6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place. I have been twice and the food was great both times.

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  6. Jill

    San Diego14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great. Always delicious with good service. Thanks.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the ambience, menu. Food was delicious. Tried their brown butter coffee. One word: yum!

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  8. BrendaO

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    El mejor lugar para desayunar en San Diego, siempre garantía de calidad, servicio y sabor.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Türkiye6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Todo excelente. La comida el staf el servicio el lugar el ambiente. Lo único q pudiera comentar en que no tiene estacionamiento

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  10. lalad

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Good vibes bright happy place to have a chat some coffee & convo over breakfast. Will definitely be back!

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FAQs

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

Madi is rated 4.7 stars by 455 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 32 times today
Google Map for Madi

3737 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116-2220

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    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, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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