Camellias - Cocina Brunch

Worth checking out. Food was decent, service was average (transactional and food runner auctioned food off at the table and just threw it down at people), atmosphere is nice, with lovely music and nice decor, good looking bar area and coffee shop. Easy parking at noon when we visited.

I was in town for the holidays so on the last day we decided to go to brunch. We were greeted by a friendly face and even ordered mimosas. After getting our drinks we were almost immediately forgotten about and waited 20 minutes to even just order food. We proceeded to be passed up on getting more water, one of my sides was forgotten, my friends potato tacos were missing potato (crazy I know), we were never checked in on regarding taste/quality of food, for drinks, napkins, nothing. It seems as though everyone is over booked and scrambling. My favorite person was the bartender. She was so friendly and was working quick but with care for the drinks she made, which was a lot all alone.

A charming restaurant in Bonita, CA. Usually very busy even on weekdays. Open only for breakfast and lunch; closes at 2 pm. Menu offers good choices; their specialty is Chilaquiles! If you're celebrating a special occasions; order the Mimosa Tower. 12 Mimosas, Orange, Mango, Strawberry, Pineapple...they're all delicious!

First time here for brunch, they serve Mexican brunch style entrees. Had my sweet tooth so I tried the French toast. Looked great, however the brioche bread they used had cinnamon swirl in it so it was too sweet for my taste. Came with strawberries and mangos. My girl got the chilaquiles with birria. Lots of food and it's your typical chilaquiles. Give it a try! I also got the horchaca, Mexican latte. This is delicious! Overall a great place to eat, I will try something else the next time I go here.

It was a little challenging finding Camellia’s, but once we did it was magical. Such a cozy-chic gem in San Diego. The energy is warm, the food is delicious, and the service is genuinely top-tier. If you sit at the bar, ask for Ralph — he’s friendly, professional, and makes the BEST espresso martini with tequila. Absolutely worth the brunch experience