Atelier Manna

Best restaurant in North County SD! How do they not have a perfect 5 star Yelp rating!? The food - seasonal goodness, journey for your tastebuds with each dish and mocktail crafted to deliver depth in flavor that dances on your tongue. The subtle hints emerge gradually creating a complex and layered experience that evolved with every bite. The space- It's not just a meal, it's an unforgettable culinary adventure with storyteller service providers and interior design to match.

This place is the new hot spot after SD eater did a spotlight on them. All seating is outdoor patio, so it's perfect to go in the summer and it's so close to the beach. It's a very small spot so I definitely recommend joining the online wait-list. We joined the online wait-list and honestly waited for almost 2 hrs. It might be different if you go in person though. I'm not sure.The staff are all super friendly and easy to talk to. They know a lot about their menu and seem to take pride in their work. I recommend the Turkish eggs a ton. They're delicious and very well done. They're a little messy to eat, but it's a good way to start the day. The halibut ceviche was super fresh and well balanced with flavors. The spiral radish topping is good but difficult to eat gracefully. We also just ate it on its own so if you want something more filling then see if you can add bread or something. It's a good sharing dish. The breakfast sandwich had a lot of ham on it, which is a pro and con. Unfortunately it made the sandwich WAY too salty. The arugula wasn't enough to cut the salt. Lastly, the tonics were really tasty. They do non-alcoholic tonics that have really cool flavors blended together. Scarlett is most popular and if you like sweet and chocolatey then it's your drink. The indigo was also sweet but has a great tartness to balance the drink. This is a really cute spot to go for a brunch date, it's just a few things here and there that can be honed in especially for the price you pay.

I was pretty excited to try this place and came here to have brunch on a Wednesday. They have a waitlist system and the wait wasn't too long. We had a party of 3 and they tried to fit us into one tiny round table but we asked to sit at a square one instead. I believe it's only patio seating and but overall, it's a pretty small venue. Only street parking is available but I didn't have any issue with finding a spot.I wanted to try their most popular items so we ordered the Turkish eggs, Spanish French toast, halibut ceviche, and their porridge with shrimp added on. We also ordered 2 drinks, the scarlet and the Kyushu. The drinks were given to the wrong table at first but they were just ok.The Turkish Eggs includes 2 poached eggs on top of some yogurt, herbs, chili garlic and it was served with some buttered sourdough toast. It was pretty delicious and I definitely recommend it. The spring porridge consists of buckwheat, mushroom, spring vegetables, green garlic, poached egg, parmesan and we had some shrimp on the side. It was a hearty dish that was flavorful and creamy.The French toast was pretty to look at but it wasn't to my liking. It wasn't too sweet but nothing to write home about.I also never got a chance to try the ceviche since it didn't come out even though it was confirmed when the waitress repeated our order back to us. I gave them the benefit of the doubt but it was charged on our bill. I'm not usually one to look at the receipt but good thing we checked.I would recommend their eggs but it was pretty pricey for what it is and I was expecting better service.

One of my fav brunch restaurants in San Diego - truly a hyper-seasonal and farm-to-table paradise. Everything tastes so fresh and flavorful - like literally foraged on the same day. The vibes are really cute and charming with a nice open kitchen too. Chef Andrew Bachelier is one of the most talented chefs in SD and that comes across in all the dishes there. It's a small space with extreme popularity - Hence highly recommend you to add yourself to the waitlist before you head out there. Also checkout the fresh elixirs they make in-house !!

Love this brunch spot! The ambiance is so fitting for the Leucadia neighborhood- beachy and coastal. The menu is unique and thoughtfully curated- you will not find a brunch menu like this at any other place in San Diego.We ordered the Turkish eggs and the Spanish French toast. The Turkish eggs had such a unique blend of flavors- the herbed yogurt, chili garlic butter, fresh herbs, and the yolk from the poached eggs created the perfect sauce. I wanted to pick up the plate the lick it clean! The Spanish French toast was also delectable. It's soaked in coconut milk, and had a unique flavor profile of sherry, fig, and honey. A large dollop of chantilly cream was the only missing component. Looking forward to coming back!

Ugh, yum. Came here for brunch last Saturday and wasn't expecting much, but it was probably one of the most memorable meals I've had in SD. They have an online wait list that opens at 10, and you gotta put your name down immediately. We put ours down at 10:03 and had a 2 hour wait ahead of us. At least it was an online list so we could explore the area before driving over. They have very limited seating outside on the patio, but it's a nice cozy place. We were seated at one of the communal tables. We tried their tonics which were DELICIOUS, and for food we got the Turkish eggs, french toast, and egg sandwich. The Turkish eggs were one of the best brunch dishes I've eaten in a very, very long time. Again I came in with low expectations but something about how the yogurt, herbs, perfectly runny eggs and chili garlic come together, it was a symphony. Would absolutely return and will be dreaming about those eggs for a long time.

We read reviews ahead of our trip to San Diego and made sure to come here for one of the breakfasts. It exceeded our expectations, from friendly and courteous service to beautiful food presentation. We had halibut ceviche - beautiful, light & flavorful; grits with scallops dish was amazing, perfectly prepared.

A very nice surprise to find in this area. I love the flavor. Everything is really fresh. The French toast is really thick and for sure you will feel satisfied for breakfast or brunch. Turkish eggs is really good too. It looks small, but very feeling. Tonic drinks are refreshing. Service was fast and friendly. Overall a great spot for breakfast and brunch!

One of the most fabulous restaurants I've ever been to. My group and I arrived at 9:30am and had about a 40 minute wait. We did a small loop around the block and stopped by fourtillfour and before we knew it, we were getting seated.The staff was fantastic and very knowledgeable on all the menu items. As someone who doesn't love traditional American breakfasts, I thought the menu had a great array of options. I absolutely loved that the items weren't your typical run of the mill brunch items, such as the porridge, the Turkish eggs, or the steak and eggs with mole.We ordered the beet tonic, the steady state coffee, the guava drink, the tartine, the steak and eggs, and the çilbir (Turkish eggs). Everything was fantastic. I like how the menu seems to not only be flavor forward but also health forward. The Turkish eggs were soooo good (and much better than the ones I make at home). The tartine was a fun take on a BLT. And I'm pretty sure the steak and eggs made my husband shed a tear. My only disappointment is that my appetite wasn't large enough to eat everything on the menu. (And that I didn't see a light roast coffee, but that's just me being nitpicky).Overall, I hope I one day return to SoCal because I will be dreaming of my meal from here until next time.

Immaculate. I love that breakfast is getting so much love, as it's my favorite meal of the day. The Turkish eggs were perfection- the chili oil and fresh herbs were like crack. The vitality tonic was refreshing and unique. The porridge was delicious. It would be amazing if they did a flight of breakfast tasting, as the porridge got to be a bit heavy for a whole bowl. Service was great. The decor details were on point (the tableware was high end but casual and approachable / warm). The little flower bud bases was a cherry on the top. I lived in sf for ten years and have been disappointed in the sd scene since moving down here in 2022. This place gives me hope. Keep up the good work.