Old Town San Diego As a Breakfast Destination

I have been going to Old Town for years but only recently discovered it as the perfect breakfast destination. Not only is the food great but the park is so uncrowded and easy to navigate. Parking is free and plentiful and there are no lines at any of the restaurants.

Breakfast starts at 8 AM at our favorite restaurant the Old Town Mexican Cafe. Both my husband and I have been eating there since we were kids. The restaurant makes the most delicious corn and flour handmade tortillas. We usually buy some to go. I warn you – it’s hard to eat the grocery store tortillas after tasting the ones from Old Town. The restaurant opened in 1977 and is packed during the tourist season. I love going there for early breakfast because we are able to get in without waiting on line. The food is terrific. Also, for the less adventurous, the restaurant serves a “Gringo Breakfast” option of eggs, bacon and toast.

Post breakfast, my husband and I enjoy walking around the park and making a few purchases at some of the stores located inside the Old Town area. My favorite store is Toby’s Candle & Soap Shop. I love their shower steamers. They work much better than any other version that I have previously tried. My husband’s favorite is the candy store Cousin’s Candy Shop. We usually buy several different flavors of the homemade fudge. The shop is very gracious regarding samples if you are unsure about some of the more unique flavors. On our last visit, we opted to buy Churro fudge after trying a sample.

These are just a few of our favorite things to do while at Old Town; there are so many more shops and restaurants. It’s also a great destination for a family reunion. A few years ago, my family held our reunion at Old Town and it was a huge hit with my cousins who flew in from around the country.