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The Mission


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4 of 5 stars 89 ratings
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#13 of 1,667 restaurants in San Diego
  • Cuisines: Mexican
  • Price range*: $10-$20
  • Address: 2801 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
  • Phone:  (619)220-8992
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5 of 5 stars
Mishell1 1 contribution
Phoenix
Jul 3, 2009

Pancakes that are fluffy and light. They are so delicious, syrup is not necessary. Rosemary potatoes are grilled to perfection. They are crisp but not burnt. Other menu items look great, but I haven't wondered from these ideal carbs. Weekends can have a wait, but weekdays are easier to have a leisurely, slow meal. more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
May 31, 2009

Perfect place for breakfast. Food is just right. Coffee is hot, fresh, and flavorful. Difficult to decide which dish to order since everything is very good. more

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4 of 5 stars
2Sweet 51 contributions
Dallas, Texas
Apr 22, 2009

Chose The Mission from reviews online. They did not disappoint. There is nothing overly fabulous about it...but nothing terribly bad. There was a wait to get in (which is always a good sign) but the line moved quickly. There was no one at the front to greet guests when they arrived...my friend saw the list and started to write her... more

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4 of 5 stars
ramsj900SanDiego 54 contributions
Jan 23, 2009

Great breakfast specialties that have a southwest flair. Several other locations all menu items good. more

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5 of 5 stars
SamiGalaxy 46 contributions
Los Angeles
Jan 12, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

GASLAMP DISTRICT LOCATION -------------------------------------------- Fabulous breakfast & bakery on a Sunday morning .. .. Let's call the area 'eclectic', just east of PETCO PARK and a nice walk from anywhere in Downtown .. .. Ordered the RANCHEROS VERDES and did it start off Sunday with a bang - FANTASTIC, FRESH TORTILLAS that just melted in your mouth .. .. Beautifully... more

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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jan 2, 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

Nice place for bfest more

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5 of 5 stars
OzFish79 7 contributions
Deerfield, IL
Jan 1, 2009

The Mission is one of my favorite San Diego spots. Everything is REALLY fresh, and just a great Mexican breakfast place. The chicken sausage is soooo good, the black beans. Cool location, just one of my favorite places to go in San Diego. Don't miss it. more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Sep 13, 2008

too bad they're not open for dinner... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 30, 2008

Another favorite for breakfast in SD. more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
Jul 29, 2008

Great breakfest food more

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The Mission Address

2801 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
Tel: (619)220-8992
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.