About Gooseberries Kafe
Gooseberries Kafe is a gem and one of the best cafes in Hillcrest. As an outdoor cafe it creates a surprisingly cozy and natural setting that’s not so easy to find in combination. Not too mention it offers some of the friendliest, most welcoming service we have experienced in San Diego. Oh, and the food is homemade and delicious. What’s not to like?
You’ll notice how unique this place is as soon as you walk up. It is located on the bottom floor of a hotel (Abpopa Hillcrest), in a space that we assume was meant to be a parking garage, but has been craftily converted into an open-air cafe. Ordering at the bar, they offers a small menu of homemade biscuits and jam, avocado toast, egg sandwich with crispy prosciutto, French toast, and acai bowls, all of which are made with love. The egg sandwich with crispy prosciutto is a seriously Top. Notch. Sandwich. They serve coffee and espresso drinks and, should you feel up for it, offer a select menu of beer and wine. Gooseberries is truly one of the best breakfasts you can get in Hillcrest.
Last critical thing to mention is on Sundays only they serve their delicious cinnamon roll. Get it while supplies last. You’re welcome…
Great For
• Breakfast
• Good coffee
• Keeping it low key
A Closer Look
The owners Lee and Mel are local San Diegans and always greet customers as if they have been your friends for years. They make the place what it is.
