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Elmisa - Reviews

11611 Rancho Bernardo Rd, 92127 San Diego
All reviews at a glance
451

Reviews

82.9%

Satisfaction

65

negative

12

neutral

374

positive

What people say about Elmisa

Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
the R.
Review date: 12/20/2025
9
Delicious Fig Toast and Great Small Business Support
If you're thinking about trying this cafe, this is your sign. I tried the fig toast, which featured prosciutto, goat cheese, avocado, and balsamic. The avocado was fresh, the bread was nicely toasted, the goat cheese was delicious, the balsamic was sweet, and the prosciutto was thinly cut so it wasn't difficult to eat. Overall, delicious food, worth the price in my opinion. Would come here again to support a small business.
  • fig toast9
  • avocado9
  • bread8
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Group Type
  • Large Group
Group Size
  • Large Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Breakfast
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Hope R.
Review date: 11/29/2025
9
Great Cafe with Friendly Staff
My experience at this cafe was overwhelmingly positive. I found the ordering process to be easy with registers and a kiosk. The staff were incredibly friendly, and the food was good. The prices were also very reasonable. I enjoyed the nice seating and the pleasant music playing, contributing to a great atmosphere. The service was notably quick. Overall, it's a great little cafe 😊.
  • registers and kiosk8
  • friendly staff10
  • well priced9
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Kassidy C.
Review date: 11/27/2025
10
Delicious Food, Wonderful Staff!
I visit this restaurant almost every week for lunch as I work nearby. My experience has been consistently positive, with delicious food and great drinks. The staff are wonderful and always welcoming, making every visit pleasant. I've brought friends and family here multiple times, and they are always impressed by the numerous options and high quality of the food.
  • food10
  • drinks9
  • staff10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Moderate
Brandon P.
Review date: 11/14/2025
10
Fantastic Prosciutto and Fig Toast!
My experience at the restaurant was absolutely fantastic! I ordered the prosciutto and fig toast and added an egg to it. It was an incredible dish.
  • prosciutto and fig toast10
  • egg10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Breakfast
KakuBites
Review date: 11/11/2025
7
Quaint Spot with Delicious Breakfast
My experience at Elmisa Cafe Rancho Bernardo was largely positive, offering a quaint spot with a varied and appealing breakfast menu. The kitchen is constantly moving, and the service is friendly with staff who are knowledgeable about the offerings. I enjoyed the Power Bowl, which was generously filled with walnuts, bananas, strawberries, coconut, dates, and a creamy almond butter. The Elmisa (Avocado Toast) was also nice, served on a crisp slice of sourdough bread with remarkably fresh and bright sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, and feta cheese. While delicious, I personally felt the dish would be elevated with a soft over-easy or poached egg instead of sliced boiled eggs, due to the cafe lacking a griddle. Comfortable indoor and outdoor seating is available. However, the experience was tempered by the narrow parking lot and busy intersection, which created some frustration. Be careful driving to/from the location during peak hours. Overall, a nice breakfast spot with lots of promise.
  • breakfast menu8
  • kitchen7
  • service8
  • parking lot3
  • busy intersection3
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
NinaR
Review date: 10/28/2025
10
Healthy Options & Lovely Atmosphere
My experience at this restaurant was absolutely wonderful! I love that they offer so many healthy food options, and the atmosphere is incredibly cute with such lovely service. My personal favorite is the MEDI toast. I also really enjoy their healthy MCT oil and collagen drinks, especially the MCT oil matcha with almond milk.
  • healthy food options10
  • atmosphere10
  • service10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Breakfast
Daniel F.
Review date: 10/17/2025
9
Excellent Breakfast and Coffee!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic, especially for breakfast. The breakfast and coffee options were "on point" with "so many choices. " I haven't been disappointed at all. The staff and cleanliness were also great. I will definitely be back!
  • breakfast options9
  • coffee options9
  • choices9
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Breakfast
Olive T.
Review date: 10/15/2025
9
Delightful Neighborhood Gem with Tasty Treats
We stumbled upon this delightful cafe while on a road trip, needing a quick coffee and light breakfast. Initially, we didn't expect much, just a decent cup of warm coffee to keep us going. However, we were pleasantly surprised by how adorable the cafe is, offering clean, nice, and very cozy vibes. They have a great selection of beverages, breakfast, and brunch menu. We were happy to find healthy breakfast and tasty coffee. Elmisa Cafe is a local family business conveniently located near the 15 freeway, with ample parking, and both indoor and outdoor seating. A unique feature is the free book corner where you can take or donate books. The cafe offers many great cafe food and drink options, and they even make all their own sauces and spreads, making it a fantastic neighborhood gem. We will definitely visit again when in the area to try more menu items and hope they thrive for a long time.
  • cafe9
  • vibes9
  • selection of beverages8
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Group Type
  • Large Group
Group Size
  • Large Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Benjamin W.
Review date: 10/11/2025
9
Solid Sandwich Spot with Quick Service
My experience at this restaurant was great! I had the large chicken artichoke sandwich, which was incredibly filling and kept me satisfied for the rest of the day. For $15, the portions were generous, and it came with plenty of sauce and spongey bread. We visited during our lunch break and had ample time because the service was quick. They offer both indoor and outdoor eating options. Overall, it's a super solid spot for sandwiches, salads, and soup.
  • large chicken artichoke sandwich9
  • portions9
  • bread7
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Regular Visit
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Pbpbsdos P.
Review date: 10/07/2025
8
Delicious Hampeno and Roast Beef, Salty Soup Disappointment
This was my second visit to this restaurant, and it’s one of my favorites. My husband ordered the roast beef sandwich again because it was so good. I tried the Hampeno sandwich, which has jalapeños. As someone who loves spicy food, I was very satisfied with the combination of ham, avocado, tomato, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, and crispy bread. The only downside was that the soup that came with my husband’s roast beef sandwich was a bit too salty; it was perfectly seasoned last time, which was a little disappointing.
  • roast beef sandwich9
  • Hampeno sandwich10
  • soup3

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