Great Maple is a contemporary restaurant in San Diego, CA, serving elevated comfort food made with seasonal ingredients in a casual, cozy, and trendy setting. Known for fast service, breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner, Great Maple offers dine-in, takeaway, delivery, outdoor seating, and no-contact delivery for a flexible dining experience.
Guests enjoy a strong selection of beer, cocktails, coffee, tea, wine, dessert, and local specialties, along with healthy and organic options.
With table service, counter service, bar on site, and accessible features including wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and restrooms, Great Maple is a welcoming destination for solo diners, casual meals, and reservations for brunch, lunch, or dinner.
Located at 1451 Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103, Great Maple is highly rated by customers for quality food and service.
Popular Items
Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at Great Maple
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Smoked bacon, typically served as a side, offers a rich and savory taste, achieved through a careful smoking process that imparts deep flavors.
Slow roasted ribeye roast, onion au jus, crispy onion, seeded French roll, horseradish sour cream. Served with mixed greens with shallot vinaigrette or pommes frites.
Served with lettuce, tomato, red onion, house aioli, gruyere , and pommes frites.
Smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayo, fresh griddled brioche served with pommes frits.
House smoked barbecue beef brisket, crispy tobacco onions, bakery bun, horseradish sour cream, served with pommes frites.
Whipped cream and powdered sugar.
Made to order with maple bacon glaze.
Served with lemon curd
Free range eggs, pee wee potatoes, and grilled ciabatta.
Pork sausage put in a large buttermilk blanket, maple syrup, served with peewee potatoes.
Buttermilk Pancakes served butter, syrup, and powdered sugar.
Hardwood smoked bacon maple syrup.
This item changes daily . Served with a Mini Salad with Shallot Vinaigrette
House smoked beef brisket, mixed potatoes, charred kale, onion, smoked bacon, cherry tomato, poached eggs, red pepper drizzle, and grilled ciabatta.
Fried corn tortillas, gourmet chorizo, cherry tomato, onion, piquillo peppers, hatch green chile salsa verde, queso fresco, scrambled eggs, fresh avocado, and cilantro sour cream.
Hard wood smoked bacon, avocado, fresh basil, tomato, and mozzarella cheese. Served with pee wee potatoes and grilled ciabatta.
Cinnamon glazed sweet potatoes, pee wee potatoes, charred kale, tomato, mushroom, onion, garlic, avocado, cilantro, and harissa.
Smashed Avocado, Grilled Ciabatta. Pickled Onions, Red Radish, Sea Salt, Fresh Basil
Fresh Mixed Zucchini, Sundried Tomato, Caramelized Onions, Goat Cheese and Italian Parsley. Served with Pee Wee Potatoes.
House Smoked Salmon, Maldon Salt, Capers, Chive Mascarpone, Grilled Bread
Fresh Parmesan crusted portabella mushroom spears with basil pesto aioli.
Fresh curly kale, cherry tomato, red onion, toasted pine nuts, shaved pecorino cheese, and shallot vinaigrette.
Baby Gem Lettuce, Shredded Manchego Cheese, Crispy Jamon and Smashed Croutons
brie cheese, arugula, aioli, onion balsamic marmalade, griddled brioche bun
Grass Fed Beef Grilled and Comes with Gruyere Cheese & Aioli Served On The Side: Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion & Pickles
Slow Roasted Ribeye, Onion Au Jus, Crispy Onion, French Roll, Horseradish Sour Cream Served with Pommes Frites and Mixed Greens
American Wagyu burger patty, single griddled brioche bread, topped with mashed potatoes, brandy au poivre sauce, and crispy tobacco onions
Fresh Parmesan crusted portabella mushroom spears with basil pesto aioli.
Caper Tarter, Chili Flake, Mixed Olives
served with seasonal chutney, spring salad, balsamic drizzle
Fresh curly kale, cherry tomato, red onion, toasted pine nuts, shaved pecorino cheese, and shallot vinaigrette.
Market Spinach, Pea Sprouts, Shaved Radish, Red Onion, Creamy Dill Dressing, Chopped Egg, 2 Pan Seared Blue Crab Cakes, Cherry Tomato, Fresh Lemon
Fresh Romaine Ribs, Smashed Croutons, Manchego Cheese, Crispy Spanish Jamon, and GM Caesar Dressing
Chopped Romaine, Gorgonzola Bleu Cheese, Shaved Red Radish, True Blue Cheese Dressing
Ground turkey, tomato ragu, cream, fresh basil, and pecorino.
Top Sirloin, Bernaise, Pomme Fries
Slow Roasted Salted Caramel Pork Ribs, Mashed Potatoes, Apple Slaw with Bacon Vinaigrette and Smashed Corn Nuts.
Watercress Pesto, Red Pepper and Olive Oil Emulsion, Roasted Potatoes, Herbed Market Blistered Tomato, Crispy Lacianto Kale
beer battered alaskan cod, crispy kennebec fries, creamy apple slaw, caper tartar, lemon wedge, parsley
cinnamon brown sugar sweet potatoes, toasted quinoa, charred tomato, brussel sprouts, sweet onion, mushroom, tempura avocado, pomegranate seeds
fried buttermilk and tarragon chicken breast and thigh, thyme pan gravy, fall cabbage slaw, buttered mashed potatoes
Slow Roasted Ribeye , Mashed Potatoes, Beef Jus, Seasonal Vegetables , Horseradish Sour Cream - now available Friday & Saturday nights!
Whipped cream and powdered sugar.
Made to order with maple bacon glaze.
Hear from our valued guests
The reviews brought us here. Our server recommended we try the French toast Logs and she was right! I added fried chicken to mine and it was the best decision. Everything we had tasted great. Deserves to be on the Michelin guide.
The Great Maple isn't just a restaurant; It's an experience that defines elevated comfort food in San Diego. From the moment you walk into the stylish, mid-century modern-inspired space in Hillcrest, you know you're in for something special. The combination of warm, sophisticated decor and the friendly buzz of happy diners creates an instantly inviting atmosphere. Let's talk about the food. Every dish is a testament to transforming American classics into something extraordinary. You absolutely must start with the Famous Maple Bacon Doughnuts—they are warm, perfectly glazed, and the savory hint of bacon makes them an addictive masterpiece. For brunch, the Smoked Brisket Hash is a powerhouse of flavor, featuring perfectly smoked meat, crispy potatoes, and runny poached eggs that tie it all together. For a main course, the Lobster Poutine is a decadent, East Coast-meets-West Coast revelation. The quality of the ingredients is evident in every bite, from the responsibly sourced seafood to the farm-fresh meat. What truly seals the five-star rating, however, is the impeccable service. The staff is attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely welcoming, making you feel like a valued guest rather than just another customer. If you're looking for a spot that delivers on style, incredible flavor, and fantastic hospitality, stop searching. The Great Maple is a must-try in San Diego for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Go, and prepare to be delighted!
Great food. Michelin rated. Loved all the different options! Busy but worth it. Small parking lot, but it's fine. You'll enjoy the food!
My kid got choce chip & bacon silver dollar pancakes...they are 3" around, and EIGHT of them!! Other kid got fried banana peanut butter silver dollar pancakes, and it came with a WHOLE fried banana on top of the stack! I got the chorizo scramble, amazing!!
Our server was very nice and not over the top. She was at the table just enough to make sure we were doing good and got us everything we needed. The food was amazing and good portion size! I will definitely go back when I am in the area!
Great Maple was such an awesome spot. The vibe is lively but comfortable, and the food really stood out. Everything we ordered came out looking amazing and tasted even better. The portions are generous and the flavors were on point. From the hearty breakfast plates to the insanely good French toast stacked high with blueberries and bacon, everything was cooked perfectly. Even the cocktails were spot on—fresh, balanced, and a great complement to the food. It’s one of those places where every dish feels like it’s made with care, and you leave full and happy. Definitely a must-try if you’re in the area and want a fun spot with great food and great energy.
Loved the food. Seated promptly with a reservation on a Sunday. Server was friendly and the patio was cute. Ordered the Special Pork Belly Hash and my wife ordered a hash as well. Both were delicious and were more like 2 or 3 meals so it is great bang for buck. The coffee was super tasty too and would love to try an iced Vanilla Latte next time. Would love to come back and try the French toast or the donuts too that they are known for but might need a few more mouths before ordering those as it is a lot of food. Parking is plentiful on the streets near by, you just might have to walk 5ish minutes.
The food was really good. It was very filling, with huge portions. We ordered the brisket hash as a recommendation of the staff and he was right. There was plenty of brisket in there and it was juicy and flavorful. There could have been more vegetables but I was satisfied. My only real complaint is that the eggs were supposed to be Benedict but they cooked them too long and it was a hard boiled egg. We also ordered the maple bacon doughnuts. We were hesitant about the bacon on top of the doughnuts and she offered to put it on the side for us. The donuts were heavenly. They are moist and soft. We also got the great Maple scramble. Melt, it wasn’t my favorite. I wasn’t a fan of the soufflé eggs but the person who I was with. Enjoyed it a lot. That was also a large portion. Lastly I ordered chicken sausage because I was so hungry upon arrival and wanted something right away. It came out quickly and even that was large. I would definitely recommend this place. The staff was so friendly and very accommodated and helpful and making our decisions as we chose what to order. Their parking lot is small and there’s only street parking around.
I ate here on March 7th, 2026 and had the best experience! We ordered the french toast logs and the BBQ pork belly & eggs. French toast is one of my favorite foods and this was the best french toast I've had. It was about $22 for it and was worth it. The BBQ pork belly was delicious and very tender. The lemonade tasted fresh and balanced. We parked at the DMV since it was very busy on a Saturday morning. We also made a reservation and got seated in about 15 minutes with about a dozen people waiting outside.
We heard about Great Maple from a friend and I’m glad we were able to try it out on our San Diego trip! It is fun restaurant to come to for a yummy brunch/ lunch spot! The portions are large and great to share. Some of the top dishes are the powdered sugar beignets and maple bacon donuts. We had the donuts, the great maple fried chicken sandwich, and the avocado toast. The service was good and they were accommodating. They have seating inside and outside. I would recommend you put it on your list to try!
Common questions about Great Maple
Great Maple is located at 1451 Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103, United States, San Diego, CA, United States.
You can reach Great Maple by calling +1 619-255-2282.
Great Maple has a rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 4446 customer reviews.
Great Maple features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Great Maple features the following service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Great Maple features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection, Great wine list, Serves local specialty.
Great Maple features the following popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Great Maple features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Healthy options, Organic dishes, Small plates, Spirits, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wine.
Great Maple features the following dining options: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Counter service, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Great Maple features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
Great Maple features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
Great Maple features the following crowd: Groups, Tourists, University students.
Great Maple features the following planning: Brunch reservations recommended, Lunch reservations recommended, Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations, Usually a wait.
Great Maple features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Great Maple features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
Great Maple features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Somewhat difficult to find a space.
Great Maple features the following pets: Dogs allowed inside, Dogs allowed outside.
Business Features
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