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Cottage


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4 of 5 stars 48 ratings
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#1 of 167 restaurants in La Jolla
  • Cuisines: American, Contemporary, Californian
  • Price range*: $14-$20
Traveler Description: La Jolla has been a destination for over 10 years and eating at “The Cottage” is part of the enjoyment.  A restaurant can be evaluated with four... more »

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5 of 5 stars
rainytraveler 72 contributions
California
Apr 14, 2009

My daughter and I had brunch at the Cottage in La Jolla on Easter Sunday. We expected a huge crowd, as the reviews have shown this to be a very popular spot. There was a nice crowd, but we waited only about 15 minutes for a table. While the patio is lovely, we were seated inside. We had a table... more

Good food
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4 of 5 stars
jim727 9 contributions
San Diego
Mar 31, 2009

Had the oat pancakes $8.50; 3 large; service was good; good coffee. great location. street parking can be a little dicey especially in the summer but worth the look. more

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5 of 5 stars
Leonida85 5 contributions
Providence, RI
Mar 15, 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

Not much to say except that the place is charming and it was so nice to sit outside, and the food was so good! I had the crab melt. Yummmm! more

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5 of 5 stars
Lcrich56 46 contributions
Keller, Texas
Feb 22, 2009
3/3 found this review helpful

I want this place to be right around the corner from my house here in Texas! We stayed at the Empress Hotel down the street. We were there 5 nights and ate at the Cottage 3 times! Once for lunch and twice for breakfast. There were four of us and there was not ONE complaint about anything. The owner knows... more

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5 of 5 stars
bravens 10 contributions
Baltimore
Dec 27, 2008

Absolutely loved everything about the Cottage! Went there twice in 3 days! My teenagers loved it which is no easy task! Food was great, staff was efficient, and the Manager was wonderful. more

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5 of 5 stars
cmcfong 79 contributions
North Carolina
Nov 29, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

Great omlettes, meatloaf, guacamole, drinks, and waffles. This is a super place to have breakfast or lunch. Reasonably priced, excellent service and the food is delicious. more

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5 of 5 stars
clover4457 1 contribution
Las Vegas, NV
Oct 14, 2008

Great place to have breakfast....Im not even a big breakfast eater....but you have to check this place out..I just loved it!!!! more

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4 of 5 stars
caroHolland 14 contributions
holland
Aug 31, 2008

Good service in a nice environment. If you want to have breakfast in La Jolla with your family this is the place to be. They also serve healthy choices next to the regular bacon and eggs. more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Aug 8, 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Although it's a bit of a wait, it has a great atmosphere, pretty good service and fabu food! I love the cinnamon rolls to start and they have a great meatloaf hash for breakfast. Haven't tried lunch or dinner but from friends I am told that their brie and sun-dried tomato omelet is really flavorful! more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 16, 2008

Tomato Basil soup + Pesto panini great! more

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Cottage Address

7702 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037
Tel: (858) 454-8409
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.