Breakfast Republic

Best GF breakfast near convention center and harbor! The crab and crawfish cake eggs Benedict was perfection. Knowledgeable staff too!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

We went here 2x in 3 days while visiting San Diego. We were seated immediately and drinks and food came up quickly. We found close street parking no problem on both days. We were a group of 4 and all of us liked our meal so much the first day that we already picked out what we were going to eat when we came back before we even finished eating. I'm not a huge caffeine drinker so I got half decaf Mexican Mocha (so yum!), but my brother and husband got Cocky 12 (highly concentrated caffeinated coffee over coffee ice cubes) and were enamored. I got the breakfast Sammie on gluten free bread. There are tons of gluten free options and I didn't get sick either time. The jurassic bacon was a little sweeter than I expected, but overall the sandwich was great. The 2nd time I got the gf cinnamon raisin French toast. They offer whip cream and strawberries or bananas foster. I got the Strawberries and it matched wonderfully. The raisins weren't dry and chewy they were a nice sweet juicy surprise with each bite. Staff was super attentive and friendly both times and totally understood gluten free. Highly recommend! Also bathrooms are neat.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Great breakfast place. I had an omelette with a gf pancake and everything was delicious. Waitstaff was very accommodating.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

Excellent breakfast! Staff was helpful. A lot of gf or can be made gf options. Will go again before I leave😃

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Delicious breakfast food (perhaps best breakfast place I've been to!) and plenty of options. Their Eggs Benedict and GF French Toast were my favorites.

Staff was knowledgeable and accommodating.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Offers outdoor seating

We ate here for Breakfast on New Year’s Day 2024. I had the green chili omelet with house potato’s and bacon. The food was warm and tasty. The gluten free toast was not something that I’d get again. I sampled my son’s GF pancake and it was very good as well. No reaction. Price was comparable to other breakfast places in the area.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Separate gluten-free menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

You need to specify that you need your meal prepared separately or else it will be made on the shared griddle. Also, be sure to confirm that the GF item you are ordering is GF - I had ordered the turkey meatloaf hash (which is indicated as GF), however the chef ended up coming out to say it is actually not; the hash is made with panko breadcrumbs. I was glad our server and the chef discussed and relayed this to me! So, just something to be aware of.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Average

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Good vegetarian options
• Offers outdoor seating

Egg free and dairy free options

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Hit two Breakfast Republic locations while vacationing in San Diego. Food was so delicious we had to go back again. Many gluten free options. GF toast was fantastic. Mixed berry jelly so good we bought a jar to bring home!! Staff was knowledgeable and very accommodating!! Highly recommend.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Great food, good GF bread. Several GF options.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Staff was attentive and helpful, even on a busy Sat morning. The food & mimosas were excellent!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Lots of gf options marked on the menu. We tried the breakfast jambalaya (huge portion!) and the shrimp n grits. This is one of my favorite versions of shrimp n grits that I’ve ever had. Tasty and no reaction.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for lunch
• Offers outdoor seating

The GF cinnamon raisin French toast was delicious. It was made safely in a separate pan.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Waiter was knowledgeable but you need to ask for gluten free options to be cooked in a separate pan otherwise it will be prepared on the same griddle. I am moderately sensitive to gluten and had no reaction.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Our server was very knowledgeable about celiac and safety at the restaurant. I ordered the protein pancakes which were delicious and filling. I did not have any reaction, and I am sensitive to even the slightest bit of gluten. Will gladly eat here again!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Good food. Good awareness about gluten.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

We had a delicious breakfast here! The GF French toast and GF eggs Benedict were both incredible. The server was knowledgeable and the person who brought our food out made sure to say “gluten free” for the items that I ordered. They seem to have really great safety measures in place here.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Gluten free items are marked on the menu. I had eggs Benedict with gluten free toast. Great food and service!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

So delicious. Got the gluten free cinnamon raisin French toast and it was amazing.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Had to come back to edit my review. After eating here 3 days in a row because I thought it was safe, I realized I was getting glutened and was really sick on the third day. Once I stopped eating here, I was no longer sick. Pretty bummed since their food was great and they said they took extra precautions to prevent cross-contamination.

Found this place on the app and it did not disappoint. Started with a strawberry mimosa and my husband and I shared a blood Mary. Best Bloody Mary I’ve ever had. My husband had the shrimp and grits which were amazing. I had the American (3 eggs, bacon, potatoes and gluten free bread with a blackberry jam that was out of this world). Cannot wait to return and try their French toast and Brussels and potatoes.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

i had a really nice breakfast here!! although i was a little dubious at first about cross contamination as some of the menu isn’t gf, our waitress did reassure me that the gf french toast was cooked separately, so i ordered that and it was very yummy!!! of course as i do not have symptoms i don’t know the true safety of the place, but if you talk to the staff they are very understanding and do say they cook gf things separately :) the staff are very nice and the atmosphere of the cafe is great :)

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Amazing! Great service. Great food! Highly recommend the chilaquiles and orange juice. I had no reactions to the food.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Very helpful server. Took us seriously, and let us know the GF items were prepped separately. When meal came he let us know he subbed the potatoes for fruit because he was concerned they were cross contaminated. My Celiac daughter, who has seen her share of fruit plates declared it the best she had ever had, and she enjoyed her breakfast sandwich as well.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Ate here twice on my trip. Food was very good and their orange juice was the best I’ve ever had tasted sweet and freshly squeezed. Had the egg Benedict’s with GF toast and it was delicious! Also I asked if their ketchup sauce is Gf (has a lot of ingredients) and it is!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Eggs Benedict on gluten free bread was a treat!! Waitstaff were friendly and answered all of my questions. This place is worth a stop if you’re in San Diego!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Not Much

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Loved the eggs benedict!!!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free fryer
• Other dedicated kitchen equipment (oven, toaster, pots, pans, utensils, etc.)
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for takeout

Great experience! Staff very knowledgeable about Celiac needs. Very good food and the gluten free cinnamon raisin french toast was amazing.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for kids
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Offers outdoor seating

Had the gluten free French toast foster with no ill side effects.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Super friendly staff. Food was very good.. some items for gluten free like french toast,, but not pancakes.. Queue management not as efieicent, eg notice that they did not clean tables right away eg 5min turned into 20 mins for a family that preferred inside table that was available, but good online tool. May just be short staff. Just be prepared to wait up to an hour.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Our server was very knowledgeable about cross contamination and the food was excellent.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Great food, many options that were either already gluten free or easily changed to be gluten free. Had the crab cake benedict, very delicious on gluten free bread instead of an English muffin! My wife ordered the scramble and the upgraded potatoes, a lot of food and she didn’t get sick despite the server saying there was a cross-contamination chance on the potatoes. The side of gluten free toast was a bit under toasted. The coffee and strawberry lemonade I’ve ever had! Server was very understanding and accommodating, however they do get very busy, we had to wait an hour and a half to get seated.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings

• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

I love this place. Delicious food. I’ve had the cinnamon raisin French toast twice and it is fantastic not something you can get often when you can’t have gluten. Today I will be having a eggs Benedict. All their hollandaise sauces GF. Great service and lattes as well.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch
• Good for takeout
• Good selection of healthy options
• Good vegan options
• Offers outdoor seating

Staff takes gluten free precautions seriously. The gluten free menu isn’t large, but what they do have is very good!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for breakfast/brunch

Very tasty gluten free options

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Waiter knew the specifics of the food and its preparation. While they do have gluten free toast, they do not have a gluten free toaster. He did offer to Toast it in a pan, but I chose not to risk it.

Fantastic place, but be ready for a wait is it is very popular. Lots of gluten free options. I had the mashed potato omelet (bacon and cheese with fried potatoes) which was fantastic. No reaction and a fun experience. I would recommend avoiding any toast as the toasters are not gluten free.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

The cinnamon bread French toast was very good and I liked the fact they offered 100% maple syrup. The menu was clearly labeled which was a nice perk and I felt like they had a reasonable enough of choices to choose from.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The GF French cinnamon raisin toast was the best we have ever had! It was fluffy and tasty! Not a normal GF bread taste in a good way. Highly recommend the omelets as well.

Waiter seemed to understand when I told him I COULD not have gluten as it made me sick and it was not an option for me. I asked them to take certain precautions for me, but still got glutened. Feeling super sick. Not celiac safe.

Celiac friendly?

No

So they have “gluten-free” options, but not really. Their options include benedicts, so of course I asked what the English muffins were made of. Turns out they’re “gluten-free” in the way people think any-old sourdough is safe for people with Celiac. Be careful what you order, and don’t take their menu at face value.

Celiac friendly?

No

The waiter made it sound safe and it did taste good, but I got glutened. Don't trust their cooks or their wait staff to really know what is and is not gluten free.

Celiac friendly?

No

Lots of gluten free options, and very knowledgeable of gluten free items. I am celiac and had no reaction.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The gluten free cinnamon raisin French Toast was delicious. They have other gluten free breakfast options as well.

Love the gf French toast Get it every time No reaction Super tasty

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Lovely service, knowledgeable staff, good breakfast stop

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Very

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

My 11year old son got the GF protein pancakes which we didn’t know came with a chia spread and bananas/blueberries. (It could have said it on the menu so could have been our mistake). He also got scrambled eggs which he was happy about. Waitstaff seemed knowledgeable. He is asymptomatic so it’s hard to know how safe things are there.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

Family of 4 vacation. My oldest daughter has Celiac. Went thru all the details with our server. Plates came out unlabeled and unflagged with a different server. Both my wife's and hers were similar French toast orders. Regardless, my wife's and daughter's orders were swapped and it was too late. Luckily we had activated charcoal just in case, but the damage was already done.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Not at all

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

This was a typical brunch place. I ordered a scramble with onions, spinach and broccoli. The broccoli was actually broccolini and it wasn’t chopped so required a lot of cutting. The potatoes were nice and crispy and they had a multigrain gf toast. My husband liked his omelette too.

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good