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Madi, San Diego, CA

Madi

4.7
4.7
437 Reviews
$30 and under
Breakfast

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2 people
19:00
Booked 49 times today
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood 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
    (619) 915-5522
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Tomas Felix

What 437 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
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • San Diego

    Great for brunch

  • San Diego

    Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Madi offers a "fantastic brunch" experience in San Diego, with "delicious food," a unique menu, and a "cozy and inviting" atmosphere. The service is noted for being "amazing" and attentive, with servers who enhance the dining experience. Madi is a beloved neighborhood gem that's "worth the wait."

437 Reviews
  1. Meadow

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    was the perfect place to spend valentine’s day breakfast!

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  2. Martine

    Seattle

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great. Service was great. Place is very lively and bright inside. They do have an outside but it was raining so we ate inside. Had Peach and basil Mimosas. Very yummy. Blueberry and lemon pancakes, Chilaquiles Verdes and The G.O.A.T. Excellent all of them. You can't go wrong. Get in here.

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  3. Isabella

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cute little spot!! Their lattes are delicious but be warned because they switch up the flavors .. so sometimes my fav flavor isn’t there :(

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  4. Rachel

    VIP

    San Diego

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 28 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had been to Madi for brunch but decided to try their lunch menu with a friend. The service here is always friendly and prompt with water being delivered soon after being seated, and our server checking on us multiple times during our meal. We enjoyed the calmer pace of the lunch crowd on a weekday (vs brunch on weekend) and enjoyed the chicken pesto sandwich and Thai crunch salad with salmon. Great sized portions and a good overall value. Would come back for lunch in the future!

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  5. Ashley

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I loved it! Every time I go its always the best !!

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  6. Wendy

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time here, was very busy waitress was busy but it was fine. Very noisy thought. Food was really delicious though -have been looking for a great burger and I think we found it!!! Tasty and the thin fries were just the way I like them. Made my day

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  7. Sara

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Madi is our go-to brunch place in the North Park / Normal Heights / Kensington area. The food is excellent and reasonably priced. The service has always been top notch. The servers care about your dining experience and are willing to take the extra time to make sure it is memorable. I will continue to bring people to this restaurant.

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  8. Adriana

    VIP

    San Diego

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of my favorite places! I love their breakfast. Great food and great service.

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  9. Chloe

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 17 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambience was perfect. The aesthetic was soft and clean. I loved the food and our server.

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  10. Henry

    VIP

    Memphis/West TN

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on 16 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alex was great!!! Food was fabulous Great time was had by our group.

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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 437 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
19:00
Booked 49 times today

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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
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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