Great Maple La Jolla - UTC

Name: Great Maple La Jolla - UTC
Address: 8675 Genesee Ave., San Diego, CA, United States, 92122
Telephone: (858) 886-7403
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

1185 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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We are Great Maple, a Modern American Eatery. We pride ourselves on our “made-from-scratch” recipes, where seasonal ingredients, unique presentation and cooking with intent transform long-loved classics into newly-loved favorites.

We view the great maple tree as our emblematic commitment to quality, responsible products, creativity and the culinary will to make things great! Come enjoy our heartfelt enthusiasm and laid-back dining experience, where good times create good will.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 20, 2022

May 2022

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7:00 PM

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Californian
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–3:30 pm Blunch Mon–Fri 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Phone number
(858) 886-7403
Website
http://thegreatmaple.com/la-jolla/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party contact
events.utc@thegreatmaple.com: (858) 886-7403

Location
8675 Genesee Ave. San Diego, CA 92122
Neighborhood
La Jolla
Cross street
Genesee Ave.
Parking details
Parking structure outside of Nordstrom; utilize entrance off of Genesee Ave.
Public transit
MTS Trolley and Bus at our Front Door.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Fresh Fruit Bowl
Egg Whites & California Toast
Egg Whites, Smashed Avocado Toast, Fresh Basil, Sea Salt, Fresh Fruit
Hillcrest Toast
Grilled Ciabatta, Smashed Avocado, Pickled Onions, Red Radish, Sea Salt & Chopped Basil
Smoked Salmon Board
House Smoked Salmon, Maldon Salt, Capers, Chive Mascarpone Cheese, Grilled Bread

Great Maple Classics

French Toast Logs
Hardwood Maple Smoked Bacon Maple Syrup and Garnished with Blueberries
Pigs in a Blanket
Pork Sausage Put to Bed in a Large Buttermilk Pancake, served with Pee Wee Potatoes
Great Maple Lolliwaffles
Three Waffles on a Stick with the Following Dipping Goodness: Salted Caramel, Lemon Custard, Raspberry Coulis Make it a Combo with Two Eggs & Bacon or Sausage
Lolliwaffles & Fresh Strawberries
Three Lolliwaffles with Sugar-Tossed Strawberries, Served with Whipped Cream & Salted Caramel Drizzle
Silver Dollar Pancakes
Served with Farm Butter, Powdered Sugar & Syrup. Choose from: Traditional Buttermilk & Whipped Cream, Peanut Butter & Fried Banana, Salted Caramel, Chocolate Bacon, Fruity Pebbles, Fresh Blueberry
Cerrillos Chilaquiles
Fried Corn Tortillas, Gourmet Chorizo, Hatch Chile Salsa Verde, Queso Fresco, Piquillo Peppers, Scrambled Eggs, Onions, Avocado, Fresh Cilantro, Cherry Tomatoes, Cilantro Sour Cream
House Smoked Beef Brisket Hash
House Smoked Beef Brisket, New Potatoes, Smoked Bacon, Onions, Charred Kale, Cherry Tomato, Red Piquillo Pepper Hollandaise, Two Poached Eggs, Grilled Bread
Vegan Hash
Cinnamon Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Pee Wee Potatoes, Charred Kale, Tomato, Mushrooms, Market Onion, Garlic, Avocado, Cilantro, Harissa
Fried Chicken & Maple Bacon Doughnuts
Crispy Buttermilk Chicken, Maple Bacon Doughnuts, Syrup for Dipping
Two Farm Egg Breakfast
Free-Range Eggs Your Style, Served with Herbed Pee Wee Potatoes, Fresh Fruit & Grilled Bread. Substitute Fresh English Popover for Grilled Bread

Scramble Melts

Free Range Eggs with a Cheese Melted Crown. Served with Herbed Pee Wee Potatoes. Fresh Fruit Garnish & Grilled Bread.

California Chorizo
Gourmet Chorizo, Piquillo Peppers, Onions, Fresh Cilantro, Cilantro Sour Cream, Cheddar Cheese
Market Seasonal Zucchini
Sundried Tomato, Caramelized Onions, Italian Parsley, Goat Cheese
Hardwood Smoked Bacon
Smoked Bacon, California Avocado, Fresh Basil, Tomato & Mozzarella Cheese

Fresh Baked English Popovers

De-Crowned English Popover with Poached Eggs, Fresh Tarragon Hollandaise Cream. Served with Herbed Pee Wee Potatoes & Fresh Fruit.

House Smoked Beef Brisket
Slow Smoked Beef Brisket, Fresh Asparagus, Market Tomato, Smoked Bacon
Fried Goat Cheese Squash Blossom
Fresh Goat Cheese Stuffed Squash Blossom, Balsamic Roasted Tomato, Mixed Mushrooms, Sautéed Spinach, Strawberry Balsamic Drizzle

Fresh from the Bakery

Key Lime Pie
Made Fresh and Loved Daily
Famous Maple Bacon Doughnuts
3 doughnuts made to order with our signature maple bacon glaze
Powdered Sugar Beignets
With house-made lemon curd

Sides

Hardwood Smoked Bacon
Pork Sausage
Chicken Apple Sausage
Two Eggs
Salted Caramel Bacon

Lunch Starters

Lunch Items Begin at 10:00 a.m.

Crispy Calamari
Fried Calamari, Chili Flake, Mixed Olives, Caper Tartar
Crispy Portobello Fries
Large Wedge Portobello Mushroom Spears, Red Pepper Flake, Basil Pesto Mayo
Charred Cauliflower Hummus
Chickpeas & Roasted Cauliflower with Flatbread and Market Vegetables

Fresh Salads

Lunch Items Begin at 10:00 a.m.

French Bistro Salad
Butter Lettuce, Sundried Cranberries, Feta Cheese, Cucumber, Shallot Vinaigrette
Caesar of Spain
Romaine Lettuce, Shredded Manchego Cheese, Crispy Jamon, Caesar Dressing, Smashed Croutons
Kale & Quinoa Salad
Fresh Curly Kale, Toasted Pine Nuts, Red Onion, Quinoa, Cherry Tomato, Shaved Pecorino Cheese, Shallot Vinaigrette
Great Maple Cobb Salad
Romaine, Chicken Breast, Chopped Egg, Fresh Tomato, Blue Cheese, Avocado, Pickled Onions, Smoked Bacon , Blue Cheese Dressing

Lunch In Brunch

Lunch Items Begin at 10:00 a.m.

Great Maple BLT
Smoked Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Aioli, Griddled Bakery Bread
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Breast, Tarragon Aioli, Butter Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Fresh Brioche Bun. Substitute Grilled Chicken Breast!
Great Maple French Dip
Slow Roasted Ribeye, Onion Au Jus, Crispy Onions, Horseradish Sour Cream, French Roll
Build Your Own Burger
Fresh Bakery Bun, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion & Aioli. All Burgers Served with Mixed Greens or Pommes Frites. Substitute Parmesan Truffle Fries. Add-Ons: Gruyere, Vermont White Cheddar, Mountain Goat Cheese, Fresh Avocado, Smoked Bacon.
GM Turkey Burger
Melted Brie Cheese, Arugula, Caramelized Onion Marmalade & Aioli
Smoked Beef Brisket Sandwich
Slow Cooked in our House Smoker. Served on a Fresh Bakery Bun with Bar B' Que, Horseradish Sour Cream Drizzle & Crispy Tobacco Onions, Served with Pommes Frites or Mini Salad. Add Fried Jalapeños, Smoked Bacon.

Signature Bloody Marys

GM House Mary
Green Mark Vodka, Mary Mix, Spices, Salt Rim, Green Olives & House Pickled Carrot
Famous Pickle Mary
Tito's Vodka, House Mary Mix, Spices, Salt Rim, Pickle Juice, & a Big Pickle Garnish
English Garden Mary
Organic Cucumber Vodka, Tomato Juice, Green Tabasco, Cilantro, Cucumber , Pickled Carrot, Salt & Pepper Rim
The Guadalupe Mary
St. George Green Chile Vodka, Tomato Juice, Sea Salt, Ground Pepper, Fresh Lime, Worcestershire, Cilantro
Vintage Mary
Grey Goose Vodka, Tomato Juice, Tabasco, Worcestershire, Salt Rim, Celery Stalk
SD Michelada
Clamato, Modelo Especial, Fresh Lime, Tapatio Hot Sauce, Splash of Soy, Tajin Rim

Fresh Juice Mimosas

Made with Grand Imperial French Sparkling

Fresh Orange Juice Mimosa
Lemon Lavender
Napa Pear & Poire William
White Peach Bellini
Blood Orange & Thyme
Caramelized Pineapple

What 1,185 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Diego
Great for Brunch
San Diego
Great for Brunch

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RogerB
San Diego
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food5service4ambience5
Food was excellent. Service was good but they were very busy. Think it is overpriced compared to other good choices
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Sidewalkers
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall3food2service4ambience2
I read good reviews about this restaurant. The food was ok & portions. Very small. I ordered the egg scramble. The sidewalk patio seating leaves a lot to be desired. I get that they are making the best of the situation on the sidewalk . I think a barrier between sidewalk & street would be more pleasant . I won’t return . Maybe Hillcrest loca has better ambience.
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Dwwaar
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall2food3service2ambience2
Not great, staff seemed overwhelmed and food was okay. Poor gluten-free options
DT
DarrellT
Palm Springs
36 reviews
vip
4.0
36 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food3service5ambience4
Server was great. Food was meh and a bit expensive for meh food.
j
jennifers
San Diego
8 reviews
vip
3.0
8 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall3food3service5ambience4
Had reservations, arrived early. We were sat late, service was great but food came out super late, some of it was cold. Kind of disappointed with the while experience.
T
Tanpij
San Diego
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Went for lunch with my daughter. We both enjoyed it very much. Make reservations, it’s a highly popular place
KJ
KilsisJ
San Diego
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall3food3service4ambience3
The staff was great. There were 4 of us and we did it family style, we got things to share. We started with beignets which were good with a lemon sauce. Then we ordered chilaquiles, French toast, brisket and donut with fried chicken. The drinks were also good.
MT
ManuelThinking
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience5
Mothers Day breakfast
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food is amazing and kid friendly without being basic
AM
AmesMT
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Maple always has great food and ambiance. My party of 5 each had something with their homemade delicious fried chicken. The donuts are always a must when you come here. It’s a great place to come for a special occasion.
CO
CatherineO
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
good food, good drinks, good atmosphere. recommend
OT
OpenTable Diner
Shreveport
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
It was a great first time over here. I will definitely be back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a great place to have brunch for Mother’s Day! Even though they were super busy, we still enjoyed hot food and good service. I highly recommend the churro donuts and the maple bacon donuts- delicious!
G
Gloria
San Diego
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall3food2service2ambience2
We went on Mothers Day with my mom, aunt and cousin for brunch so we understand it won’t be the most perfect experience given it is a busy day. But I booked this reservation a month and a couple weeks in advance, to wait 30 minutes for our table. Everyone else kept getting called before us and we checked in without any real promise of when our table will be ready. When we were called, we noticed the staff had some crazy hair colors, tons of tattoos, and chipped nail polish on their hands. I don’t understand why they don’t have stricter guidelines on their staff’s look overall - and I’ve worked in restaurants through college so I know that there is usually rules. Our waitress was nice, but was chewing gum, had blue hair, covered in tattoos and had nail polish on. I felt like I was at a dive bar in pb! This place has dramatically lost its class and I will never be coming back. Also, our food arrived COLD, like it was sitting there for 15-20 min before it was served!
GC
GeaC
Baltimore
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I have not had a bad meal here yet! Their brunch menu is simple and delicious and their service is outstanding. Highly recommend!
R
Rashmip
San Diego
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Brunch menu is very good, English poppers should be taller & not half covered by mushrooms which makes it soggy.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall4food3service3ambience2
High prices for meh food. Mimosas are the same price as a single menu food item.
BM
BrianM
San Francisco
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
First time to Great Maple and very pleased. Food was terrific, service was good (thank you Isaac and JC), and we look forward to enjoying other menu options in the future.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Lolliwaffles & Fresh Strawberries were good. Otherwise, everything else seemed overrated.
J
Jdubs8129
San Diego
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience2
Basic food at outrageous prices. Eggs came completely raw and had to be sent back. Had to ask another server to get ours just for more coffee. Breakfast should not cost what a fine dinner does.
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luannes
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
We made reservations and was seated at a table closer to the street. We asked to be moved to another table that also seated 4..we were told it was for another reservation..there weren’t any names on any of the reserved tables. Not sure why we weren’t able to get another table.
l
laurenm
Savannah
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food, service and atmosphere great. Only issue was I had a reservation and had to wait 20+ mins for a table to be available.
JW
JoyW
Exclusive
1 review
vip
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience4
Really slow to seat us - even with the reservation we waited 20mins. Food came before our drinks bc the bar was so backed up. But - the food was so delicious it made up for the rocky start!!!
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Sdcamon
San Diego
17 reviews
vip
3.0
17 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Went on a Friday around 2. We were seated in the back inside. It was very very loud due to the noise on the street. Service was adequate, not exceptional. Wait staff not the friendliest. Food is good but kind of expensive for what you get. $20.00 for a simple veggie sandwich with fries.
M
Marcela
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall1food1service2ambience2
The food is overpriced and we didn't even liked it that much. I will no go back there.
EZ
ElanaZ
San Diego
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
Our server was wonderful and the food was delicious. The host was rude and we waited 30 minutes for our table. We had a reservation.
AV
AquaV
San Diego
202 reviews
vip
5.0
202 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
The food was really great. It was a little loud. And, we don't mind loud, but it was so loud, that it was difficult to have a conversation with the person sitting next to you. The service was a 4 out of 5. It could have been great. The potential was there. But I feel like they take too many guests for the staff that they have. And our waiter was slightly snarky on several occasions. I don't feel he would have been that way if he wasn't under so much pressure to take care of too many guests.
TO
TonyO
San Diego
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall4food4service2ambience2
Food was excellent. Music was bad and too loud. Service wasn't great but it was busy so, understandable. But still, server was nowhere near as good as the person waiting on us the last time we were there.
JP
JenniferP
San Diego
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a fan of Great Maple. This was my first time at the La Jolla location and it is very nice and spacious. Not a lot of outdoor dining but we got there earlier on a Sunday so we were able to enjoy the gorgeous weather. The scrambles have always been my favorite and this time I got the seasonal scramble with squash. The potatoes are amazing that are served with the meal! Great brunch with the girls!
AG
AllenG
San Diego
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Food was good as usual but this was my first visit I the UTC location. Very nice facility and staff was excellent.
M
Michelle
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Brunch so absolutely delicious and the atmosphere was perfect on the weekend out with friends!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience4
Food was good. Drinks were strong. I will go back again.
C
Carlsbadnatives
San Diego
46 reviews
vip
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great experience -- with exceptional, friendly service, and delicious food. Looking forward to our next visit!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved by birthday lunch at Great Maple! Friendly waitress and salt down quickly!
TO
TonyO
San Diego
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Was so good I'm going back in a few days with the fam. delicious!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Unspecified
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful staff and food. The potatoes are amazing.
HT
HappyTummy
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food. Friendly service. Great Maple is one of our favorites!
LK
LoriK
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lots of food…portions big! Fun place to dine and walked right In with my reservation.
SP
SandiP
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a wonderful experience here. Food and ambience was great!
GF
GregF
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good food, Great drinks!! We will be back defiantly!!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Great Maple La Jolla - UTC is rated 4.6 stars by 1185 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 20, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Google Map for Great Maple La Jolla - UTC

8675 Genesee Ave. San Diego, CA 92122

Additional information

Cross street
Genesee Ave.
Neighborhood
La Jolla
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–3:30 pm Blunch Mon–Fri 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Californian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking structure outside of Nordstrom; utilize entrance off of Genesee Ave.
Public transit
MTS Trolley and Bus at our Front Door.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://thegreatmaple.com/la-jolla/
Phone number
(858) 886-7403
Private party contact
events.utc@thegreatmaple.com: (858) 886-7403

Great Maple La Jolla - UTC

Make a reservation

Additional information

Mini French Toast Logs

Famous Maple Bacon Doughnuts

Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich

Health In Mind

Fresh Fruit Bowl

Egg Whites & California Toast

Hillcrest Toast

Smoked Salmon Board

Great Maple Classics

French Toast Logs

Pigs in a Blanket

Great Maple Lolliwaffles

Lolliwaffles & Fresh Strawberries

Silver Dollar Pancakes

Cerrillos Chilaquiles

House Smoked Beef Brisket Hash

Vegan Hash

Fried Chicken & Maple Bacon Doughnuts

Two Farm Egg Breakfast

Scramble Melts

California Chorizo

Market Seasonal Zucchini

Hardwood Smoked Bacon

Fresh Baked English Popovers

House Smoked Beef Brisket

Fried Goat Cheese Squash Blossom

Fresh from the Bakery

Key Lime Pie

Famous Maple Bacon Doughnuts

Powdered Sugar Beignets

Sides

Hardwood Smoked Bacon

Pork Sausage

Chicken Apple Sausage

Two Eggs

Salted Caramel Bacon

Lunch Starters

Crispy Calamari

Crispy Portobello Fries

Charred Cauliflower Hummus

Fresh Salads

French Bistro Salad

Caesar of Spain

Kale & Quinoa Salad

Great Maple Cobb Salad

Lunch In Brunch

Great Maple BLT

Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich

Great Maple French Dip

Build Your Own Burger

GM Turkey Burger

Smoked Beef Brisket Sandwich

Signature Bloody Marys

GM House Mary

Famous Pickle Mary

English Garden Mary

The Guadalupe Mary

Vintage Mary

SD Michelada

Fresh Juice Mimosas

Fresh Orange Juice Mimosa

Lemon Lavender

Napa Pear & Poire William

White Peach Bellini

Blood Orange & Thyme

Caramelized Pineapple

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