The Huddle

This place is a bit like a time capsule, and reminded me of a more simple tone in the world, when people said "good morning" with a smile - and meant it.The Huddle offers the range of the diner standards, and a good number of more unusual items (including creamed chipped beef - which is a rare find) - all prepared to order. It makes a difference. You can taste the difference. They take the time to do things right, and charge a surprisingly fair price to do it. I wish i lived closer so i could go more often. It made me feel like life was simple, people are generally good, and that a good solid breakfast and damn fine cup of coffee can go a long way towards making the world a better place. If you are in the area be sure to stop in and say hi - i expect you will be pleasantly surprised!

Where do I start?!? Visiting SD this week and found this little gem here on Yelp while finding a breakfast to try out. I felt like I was "at home" while I was - if you catch my drift. Janet, I believe her name was, kindly greeted me upon arrival. I had a delicious breakfast of steak and eggs along with some of their homemade apple butter on some toast (you gotta try this apple butter - it's so on point and authentic). This is a special spot. It was on a quiet Monday, but I did get a lot of locals vibe enjoying their morning here. Great hospitality by Janet. Felt so good being here. Food is quality too and fair prices. Can't wait to come back next time I'm in SD!

I hate to post a review without pictures but we were so busy having an absolute blast talking with Corey behind the counter and the chef (I did not get his name) and enjoying our wonderful breakfasts, that I completely forgot to take any photos at all. And that, my friends, in 2024, is a sign of a FANTASTIC experience. Everything about The Huddle is kitschy, darling, homemade and welcoming. The bar seating is comfortable and you immediately feel like a "regular" even on your first visit. Do not miss the house made jams and marmalade! What a treat. Service is personal and perfect. I had the French Toast special and it was accompanied by scrambled eggs and sausage. It was too delicious.

We love this place. It is so homey and neighborhood friendly, has such good food and the people that run this place are truly so nice. We felt not just adequately served by the staff, but had such a fun time with them. You truly don't get service like this by most restaurants/bars/etc. They have such a good variety on the menu of savory and sweet. This place is not trendy, meant in the best way possible.

I love the authentic old school diner counter feel of The Huddle. When we go in, I always choose to sit at the counter. The people working are so friendly, attentive and quick. I enjoy watching my food being prepared on the griddle. This venture in, I ordered chorizo and eggs with refried beans and flour tortillas (you get a choice of flour or corn, I was feeling flour). The coffee is a well brewed cup of Folgers and it's delicious.

Low key and great! Actual half and half in small pitchers too! Breakfast was good, and priced fairly. Nothing in the way of fancy decor but I'd rather have the effort put into the food, so a win!

When you step into The Huddle, you feel like you're back in whatever hometown that you came from (which for many in San Diego, is not San Diego). The owners and staff are so welcoming and are ready to take your order. This is a no frills place. They serve regular coffee, your standard American breakfast items and have one large grill behind the counter where all the cooking happens. It's a very small staff, but they manage to get all the orders taken and processed quickly. Today I had the spinach, bacon and feta omelette. It came with extra crispy hash browns and a side of toast. Lots of food with a good amount leftover. Very often you'll see flower arrangements that can be purchased outside the restaurant. They are very well priced (usually only a few dollars for a large bundle), purchased for cash only and I believe The Huddle gives the proceeds go to a local charity organization.

My barber recommended The Huddle to me as I am on the quest to find the best Chicken Fried Steak. I came here on a Sunday and it was busy. I grabbed a seat at the counter where I was able to watch my food be prepared and chat with the staff. The Inside = I felt as if I was warped back in time to a diner in the Midwest. It was great nostalgic feeling. The Service = Super friendly. If you are in a hurry, come back when you have a little time to spare. The Food = Good. I came here for the Chicken fried steak. It was a beef patty breaded and cooked on the flat top. The country gravy was good also. The hash browns were perfectly cooked nice and crispy. Perfect with eggs over easy. I also got the Denver omelette and French toast. Denver omelette was tasty. The French toast was dee lish ous! Ask for some apple butter. You won't regret it. I will be back for the Chicken and waffles :)Welp! My quest continues. Onto the next!

We walked into this place & immediately loved it. It's a small family owned restaurant. You got that when you walked in & were greeted right away. We were told to sit wherever we wanted & what the special of the day was. There were regulars at the counter & outside. The menu has a history of the restaurant & how Ruth started there & came to own it. The food was hot & very good! Their jams are all homemade & amazing. I got a jar to go!

I would like to give this place 4-5 Stars but I Found a lil plastic in my eggs.....Plastic causes Cancer. No Bueno.And, I am willing to give this place another Try...Hoping that was a Mistake...Anywho, the Waitresses here seem like very Sweet people.The Ambiance is like Home-made kitchen. It's giving a Retro vibe, which I Like. It's a Cute little diner.The sausages are pretty greasy...The hashbrowns were good- Ask for Crispy & Brown & not burnt as shown in some of the pics.I live in San Diego for a long time and I never went here so it was a Treat to Find as I was getting delicious Coffee at the Meshuggah Shack hut nearby :)Not the Healthiest, but for the days you are craving a Heavy Breakfast :)