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Great Maple San Diego, San Diego, CA
Great Maple San Diego, San Diego, CA
Great Maple San Diego, San Diego, CA
Great Maple San Diego, San Diego, CA
Great Maple San Diego, San Diego, CA
Award-winning

Great Maple San Diego

4.8
4.8
4028 Reviews
$30 and under
American
We Serve Dinner, Lunch, Brunch and Weekday Breakfast. We are a modern American eatery featuring seasonal fare, fresh house made pies, and local produce cocktails. We have a full bar and a social wine list. Open for Outdoor dining!

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 47 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–11:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 255-2282
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    David Lemus
  • Catering
    Speak to Event Manager it based on a case by case basis.
  • Private party contact
    Balkis Nasery bnasery@THEGREATMAPLE.COM: (619) 255-2282
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Neighborhood
    Hillcrest
  • Cross street
    Cleveland
  • Parking details
    We have a parking lot and local street parking.
  • Public transit
    Bus stop right in front and Hillcrest trolly stop near by.
  • Entertainment
    Food Boards run through the room... Yes. Cool
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,028 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Great for brunch

  • San Diego

    American

  • San Diego

    Great for brunch

  • San Diego

    American

4,028 Reviews
  1. EmilyK

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff was all very friendly. Food was delicious.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    Certainly, the food was very good, as I’ve experienced on previous occasions. It was very nice to have a delicious Thanksgiving brunch, including truly tender, delicious turkey! The staff were super nice, even though it seemed that they were a bit overwhelmed. My only concern was that noise was nearly unbearable; perhaps due to the glass windows?! Thank you!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Monroe was amazing! We fully trusted her with her recommendations and are thankful for Monroe. The Thanksgiving drink menu was worth browsing and ordering from, we would go back for the Fall Apple Cider Mule and the beignets.

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  4. SusanK

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went here for Thanksgiving brunch and it was perfection. Our reservation was on time. Our waitress was wonderful. Food was hot. Perfection

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  5. Patricia

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The service is always spectacular! They are kind and also have quick service. The portions are large and good quality food but a little under seasoned in my opinion. I would absolutely go again. Enjoyed the overall experience.

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  6. AlyssaW

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time going and definitely will go back. Absolutely delicious!

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  7. EricaE

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The menu offered a perfect variety of brunch choices. The food was the best brunch I’ve ever had. Every item was cooked and seasoned perfectly

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  8. Beth

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The french toast logs are to die for! My daughter in law had the vegan hash and loved it as well. Love this place always.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Amazing services, the waitress was above and beyond! However, after making a reservation a month ago. Unfortunately, my son and I had to wait more than 20 minutes for our table. Again, the food and waitress service was amazing!! However, the waiting time is not fair, not good. The front desk employee was also a little bit rude.

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  10. Tweetyp

    San Diego

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Food consistently good. We go often. The service was not as good last night. Pumpkin pie superb!

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  11. DianeG

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great brisket sandwiches and new eggplant sandwich but my favorite is the portobello fried…yum!

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  12. DoraS

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Maple is my favorite breakfast restaurant in town! Service is consistently outstanding.

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  13. KellyK

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food! Way too much. I’d def dine here again.

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  14. Beverly

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We introduced friends to GM last night. All 4 of us ordered different entrees, and we all raved about each of our meals. The full bar was a bonus to one couple and we couldn't avoid the dessert menu (which we normally do)! All in all, a great experience -- our waiter was fantastic -- and so personable. Will definitely return.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    The food was delicious. My only issue is this restaurant was not wheel chair friendly to a customer I seen struggling to come into the restaurant. The hostess just watch them struggle as she was only doing her job of walking them to their table. I got up mid bite to help pull her in because I couldn’t bare to watch an elderly customer struggle.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious, staff was great. The sun was in my face when i was sitting outside and they immediately moved an umbrella for me.

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  17. Jessica

    Las Vegas

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience3
    This was my third time there. I've only ever eaten brunch food but it's so yum! Server seemed busy so we had to wait for waters and boxes and our check but she was really nice. All of our food was delicious. It's more of a vibe inside so if it's your first time, I would recommend asking for an indoor table.

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  18. walt6633

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    While food came out quickly, it was just mediocre. The standout was the grilled bread with my breakfast plate; the highlight of a breakfast restaurant shouldn’t be a piece of grilled bread.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience4
    Drinks were alright but expensive. Food was just okay. Simplifying the dishes a bit (not everything needs a mountain of arugula on top for garnish) would go a long way for this place. The aesthetics is likely what draws people in but I doubt they come back after trying the food. Service was pretty good, even on a busy Sunday morning.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ordered the porte bello fries and donuts to share with the 5 of us. Our meals were great!

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  21. JanN

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time at Great Maple for dinner and it was outstanding. Ordered popovers for the table, then shared Cesar’s salad and maple glazed ribs. Finished with shared key lime pie. My friend and I walked away stuffed and very happy.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Maple doughnuts are a MUST! Cob salad not served during the weekend. Great food. Really big portions 🤌🏼

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  23. DianeG

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful restaurant. We have enjoyed it many times for breakfast and lunch but this was our first dinner there. All 5 of us loved our meals. Duck risotto, vegetable lasagne, ribs and fish tacos. We are pretty discriminating eaters and were impressed with all dishes. Lovely service…got a little noisy as it filled up…..so we were glad to have come early at 6 pm so we could talk

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  24. Adriana

    San Diego

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love this place. Their food and service are always fantastic.

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  25. francis

    New York Area

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Fabulous! Food was amazing and quick! Service was friendly! Took a while to get my check, but they were so busy at Sunday brunch, I’m not surprised. Highly recommend!

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  26. KevinY

    Palm Springs

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Food is just amazing, generous portions!!!

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  27. saraa

    Central Coast

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service , will definitely go back . Fried chicken and French dip Amazing

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  28. Steph

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and great atmosphere! Love this place!

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  29. natalieh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was outstanding. It is so rare that I find a restaurant whose food actually tastes as good as the menu sounds. We had the prime rib, the ribs and the brie appetizer. The brie, the apricots chutney, the pistachios and the balsamic salad was such a GREAT combination and the ciabatta was actually grilled with the grill marks. We had the prime rib, 1 rare and 1 medium rare and they came as ordered. I cannot tell you how many times we have ordered steak or prime rib or rib eye both rare and medium rare and you couldn't tell the difference when delivered to the table. The atmosphere was subdued but lively. I know it sound like a contradiction but it WORKS. We discovered the Great Maple during restaurant week, the ONLY one we wanted to go back to, we tried 7 restaurants, and are we GLAD we did. We will be frequent fliers. Thanks Great Maple

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  30. DinnerGourmand

    San Diego

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always enjoyable and good quality food. We sat outside and it was very comfortable for lunch

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  31. Mgkern1950

    San Diego

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Out of town friends wanted a nice bunch place, so I suggested Great Maple. It continues to be a lovely place to meet and the noise level wasn't overwhelming. The food delicious and they were able to accommodate my friend's custom order. I had the half-french dip and my other friend had the french toast, which was impressive. Our server was lovely and helpful. All-in-all, they were very happy with the choice.

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  32. SueF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Definitely highly recommend! It is worth the wait, if there is a wait. Service is great & food was delish!

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  33. mariag

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Love the French Toast Logs but they no longer sprinkle them with blueberries in a cost cutting effort. Really for that price?!?

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  34. LeslieC

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious meal!! Love that there were options for everyone! We will be back!

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  35. DebDeb

    Seattle

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Maple is a favorite of ours every time we visit San Diego! The food is so delicious, the staff is the friendliest ever, and has great vibes!

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  36. ErickaE

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    First time here food was amazing! I had a reservation for that patio and it was not available for me. That was disappointing.

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Maple especially the hillcrest location is easily one of San Diego’s best restaurants. There’s a reason you blink and half the reservations are booked. The service is always very welcoming and attentive. The food is amazing. Just need to plan ahead for parking ;)

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went for dinner- not crowded- Good service good food

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great and the service was awesome too! Last minute, late night decision to grab a bite to eat and this place did not disappoint. Nothing fancy but good!

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wonderful place! The staff was super sweet and the food was amazing and such large portions for the price too.

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FAQs

Great Maple San Diego does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now.

Great Maple San Diego is rated 4.8 stars by 4028 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 47 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Great Maple San Diego

1451 Washington St., San Diego, CA 92103

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
  • Cross street
    Cleveland
  • Neighborhood
    Hillcrest
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 8:00 am–11:30 am Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We have a parking lot and local street parking.
  • Public transit
    Bus stop right in front and Hillcrest trolly stop near by.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    David Lemus
  • Entertainment
    Food Boards run through the room... Yes. Cool
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (619) 255-2282
  • Catering
    Speak to Event Manager it based on a case by case basis.
  • Private party contact
    Balkis Nasery bnasery@THEGREATMAPLE.COM: (619) 255-2282
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