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Where to Have Breakfast With Santa in San Diego (Dec. 2023)


Breakfast with Santa in San Diego

Enjoy a special meal with Santa as he gets ready for the busy month ahead. You can find him all around town filling up that bowl full of jelly!


Most of these will sell out fast, most require advanced reservations, some are free for under 3 or under 2...all the details, info and reservation links are below.


(Please verify all info before going due to changes and human error.)


Contents:

PARKS & REC CENTERS (San Ysidro-->UTC)

2023: Dec. 1, 2, 9, 10 14, 15, 20 & 21 - COOKIES w/ Santa at various Parks & Rec Centers, FREE!!


2023: Dec. 3, 17 & 24 - Breakfast w/ Santa, cost


2023: Dec. 9 - Breakfast w/ Santa, cost


2023: Dec. 2, 9, 16 & 23 - Storytime Brunch w/ Santa, cost


2023: Dec. 9 - Breakfast w/ Santa


2023: Dec. 10 - Brunch w/ Santa, cost


2023: Dec. 3, 10 & 17 - Breakfast w/ Santa (KOA guests only), included with stay


2023: Dec. 16 - Brunch w/ Santa, free!

PENN ATHLETIC FIELD (Paradise Hills)

2023: Dec. 16 - Brunch w/ Santa, free!


2023: Dec. 23 & & 24 - Breakfast w/ Santa, cost


2023: Dec. 13-17, 20-23 - Breakfast w/ Santa, cost


2023: Dec. 1-Jan. 7 - Holiday Brunch w/ Orcas & Santa, cost


2023: Dec. 3-Jan. 7 - Cookies w/ Cookie Monster, cost



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(be sure to double check the details before you go!)



🎅🏻🍪 PARKS & REC CENTERS (various, see below)

COOKIES WITH SANTA

2023: Dec. 1, 2, 9, 10, 14, 15, 20, 21 at varios times & locations.

FREE!


Fri 12/1 from 4:30-6:30pm

Paradise Hills Rec Ctr 6610 Potomac St., San Diego, CA 92139

619-527-3419


Sat 12/2 from 10a-12pm

Serra Mesa Rec Ctr

9020 Village Glen Drive, San Diego, CA 92123

(858) 573-1408


Sat 12/9 from 10a-12p

Cabrillo Rec Ctr 3051 Canon St., San Diego, CA 92106

(619) 531-1534


Sat 12/10 from 1-4pm

*no food at this event, but there'll be games, crafts & Santa photos for an afternoon of fun with Santa

Santa Clara Rec Ctr 1008 Santa Clara Place, San Diego, CA 92109

(858) 581-9928


Thur 12/14 from 4:30-7:30pm

San Ysidro Comm Ctr 179 Diza Road, San Diego, CA 92173

(619) 424-0472


Fri 12/15 from 5-8pm

North Clairemont Rec Ctr 4421 Bannock Ave., San Diego, CA 92117

(858) 581-9926


Fri 12/15 from 5-8pm

Silver Wing Rec Ctr 3737 Arey Drive, San Diego, CA 92154

(619) 424-0465


Fri 12/15 from 5-7pm

Willie Henderson Sports Complex 1035 South 45th St., San Diego, CA 92113

619-527-3407


Wed 12/20 from 11am-1pm

Nobel Rec Ctr

8810 Judicial Drive, San Diego, CA 92122

(858) 552-1626


Wed 12/20 from 12:30-2pm

Doyle Rec Ctr

8175 Regents Road, San Diego, CA 92122

858-552-1612


Thur 12/21 from 12-2pm

Cesar Chavez Comm Ctr

455 Sycamore Road, San Ysidro, CA 92173

(619) 424-0464


 


🎅🏻🥞 HILTON BAYFRONT (Downtown/Embarcadero)

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

2023: Dec. 3, 17, 24 from 9-11am

$varies with your breakfast, no rsvp, just show up


The Hilton Bayfront has lots of fun ways to spend your Holiday by the Bay. Breakfast with Santa is at their Hudson & Nash restaurant. There's no rsvp so just show up and the cost is just whatever breakfast items you order. This event is open to the public; however, their other holiday activities are only for hotel guests. They've also got storytime with Mrs. Claus, holiday movies, letters to Santa, holiday drinks and more if you plan to spend the night. More info



Hilton Bayfront

1 Park Blvd., Downtown/Embarcadero

619-564-3333



 


🎅🏻🥞 NEIMAN MARCUS at FASHION VALLEY MALL (Mission Valley)

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

2023: Sat. Dec. 9 at 9am

$65/adult; $55/ages 3+; Free for under 3


(these will sell out!)


Neiman Marcus San Diego has a festive morning feast featuring a very special visitor all the way from the North Pole! Enjoy a delicious breakfast in their Zodiac restaurant set to holiday music, drop your wish list in our North Pole Express mailbox & take home a complimentary photo of your family with Santa Claus! Event is located on the 3rd floor next to housewares in the Zodiac restaurant.


MENU: Brioche French Toast with wipped cream, fresh berries and Vermont maple syrup. Scrambled eggs, apple wood smoked bacon, breakfast sausage, crispy red bliss potatoes with red peppers & onions. Winter fruit compote. Coffee/Tea/Juice, Additional specialty beverages available for purchase.


COST: $55-$65


Tickets are required for everyone attending the event even if you're not eating. Your ticket includes Breakfast, Service Charge & Tax. Eventbrite Fees will be added on to final cost. Children under 3 do NOT require a ticket.


Neiman Marcus at Fashion Valley Mall

7027 Friars Rd., Mission Valley

619-692-9100



 

photo: @amandaasmith13 (pics 1-2); La Valencia Hotel (pic 3)


🎅🏻🥞 LA VALENCIA HOTEL (La Jolla)

STORYTIME BRUNCH WITH SANTA

2023: Dec. 2, 9, 16 & 23 from 9am-2pm

Santa visits from 11-1

$unk


Santa's coming to the Pink Lady! Enjoy the Mediterranean Room's decadent brunch menu including the La V cinnamon roll, fluffy pancakes, eggs Benedict and more, plus a visit from Santa himself. Santa will be there spreading holiday cheer from 11:00am-1:00pm. Now accepting brunch reservations through OpenTable. More info


YOUR REVIEWS: "Oh my gosh I LOVED it. Food was impeccable and drinks were so delicious. Service was fantastic." "He was so sweet too! And took SO much time talking to her." "Then he read a story to the kids in the lounge near the end of the brunch. Very cool experience. I’m so glad you posted about it I never would have known."


La Valencia Hotel

1132 Prospect St., La Jolla, CA 92037

855-476-6870




 

photo: Parkway Plaza


🎅🏻🥞 PARKWAY PLAZA MALL (El Cajon)

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

2023: Dec. 9 from 9-11am

$5-$10



Santa is ready to sit down with you and yours for a delicious breakfast in the food court. Enjoy a scrumptious menu featuring eggs, bacon, potatoes, toast, coffee/juices, and mouth-watering Cinnabons!


Kids can participate in holiday-themed crafting, and there'll be a chance to snap photos with Santa and his friends ELSA and OLAF! Experience the harmonious melodies of the Salvation Army brass ensemble while indulging in the holiday spirit. Don't miss this family-friendly breakfast event—it's the perfect opportunity to share your last-minute wish list with Santa and capture a memorable holiday photo More info


COST: $10/adults; $5/ages 3+; Free for under 3


Parkway Plaza Mall

415 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, CA 92020

619-579-9932



 

photo: La Gran Teraza USD


🎅🏻🥞 LA GRAN TERAZA (USD Campus Linda Vista)

BRUNCH WITH SANTA

2023: Dec. 10 from 10am-1:30pm

$33-$65


Holiday Brunch with Santa and free photos. Details here


COST: $33/kids 6-12; $65/adults 12+; Free for 5 and under w/ paid adult.

MENU: link


La Gran Teraza at USD

Hahn University Center

5998 Alcala Park, San Diego, CA 92110

619-849-8205




 


🎅🏻🥞 SAN DIEGO METRO KOA RESORT (Chula Vista)

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA, for KOA guests only

2023: Sundays Dec. 3, 10, 17 from 8-10:30am

$10-$15


Your Christmas wish has come true, Santa Claus is coming to the San Diego KOA! Santa will be looking for you during the poolside breakfast to hear if you've been naughty or nice. The elves at the Sandcastle Cafe will be cooking up peppermint mochas, Christmas cookie lattes. He'll be available for photos and he may even have a Christmas treat for you! More info


In addition to breakfast with Santa, you'll find a very San Diego Christmas at the KOA all month long with sandcastle snowmen, Christmas scavenger hunts, candy bar bingo, letters to Santa, Christmas cotton candy, rock wall, night train rides, and the holiday camp site contest where you can win a free night for a 1st place decorated site. It's warm enough to swim, but cozy enough for campfire cuddles and s'mores. This is how we do Christmas San Diego-style! See weekend event details here! Dec. 1-3, Dec. 7-10, Dec. 14-17


San Diego Metro KOA Resort

111 North 2nd Ave., Chula Vista

619-427-3601


 

🎅🏻🥞 MEMORIAL RECREATION CENTER (Barrio Logan)

BRUNCH WITH SANTA

2023: Dec. 16 from 10am-2pm

FREE!


More Info (2nd page)


Join our Parks & Rec staff on Saturday December 16th 2023 for some FREE fun! And Bunch with Santa! Our family fun events will include games, jumpers, crafts and much more!! All ages are welcomed! Please contact Memorial Recreation center for more info.


Memorial Recreation Center

2902 Marcy Ave., San Diego, CA 92113

619-235-1125



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🎅🏻🥞 PENN ATHLETIC FIELD (Paradise Hills)

BRUNCH WITH SANTA

2023: Dec. 16 from 10am-1pm

FREE!


No other info given. Call for details.


Penn Athletic Field Recreation Center

2555 Dusk Drive, San Diego, CA 92139

619-527-3458



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Breakfast with Santa San Diego La Jolla

photo: @famdiego


🎅🏻🥞 BIRDSEYE ROOFTOP RESTAURANT (La Jolla)

BRUNCH WITH SANTA

2023: Dec. 23 & 24 from 9a-1p

$pay for what you order



Santa’s coming to town!🎅 Littles will have a blast meeting Santa and decorating their own pancakes while you enjoy holiday cocktails, a delicious menu and spectacular views of La Jolla Shores! Come celebrate the holiday season with your loved ones on the rooftop! 🎄 More info


MENU: Kids' decorate your own pancakes (3 small gingerbread-man shaped pancakes come with sprinkles, m&ms and whipped cream), eggs/potatoes/bacon plate, avocado toast, chilaquiles to name a few.


COSTS: $pay for what you order. There is a $9 surcharge for Santa Brunch (worth it!).


PARKING: $15 valet for 3 hours (worth it!)


Birdseye Rooftop Restaurant

(on top of the Cormorant Boutique Hotel)

1110 Prospect St., La Jolla, CA 92037

888-419-6094



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🎅🏻🥞 BERNARDO WINERY (Rancho Bernardo)

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

2023: Dec. 13-17, 20-23 from 9a-12p

$40-$75, buy online



Breakfast with Santa is back this year, every morning during the week of Holiday Nights! Choose your mornings to meet with Santa in a relaxing covered outdoor venue at the winery. Enjoy a morning of entertainment for children, including a visit with Santa, a delicious hot breakfast, special up-close encounters with Wild Wonders animal friends, face-painting and balloon sculptures by Santa's Elves, cookie and ornament making and more! Parents and grandparents can sit back and enjoy breakfast and mimosas while the kiddos enjoy all of the entertainment and a one on one meeting with Santa. More info


MENU: Mini Pancakes, Breakfast Potatoes, Fresh Fruit Platter with Honey Yogurt, Bacon and sausage, Scrambled eggs, Assortment of breakfast pastries (Danishes, Bagels and cream cheese, butter, jam), Tofu Scramble, Orange and Apple Juice, Coffee, Tea, and Hot Chocolate. Breakfast is served from 9-10:30am.


COSTS: $75/adults; $40/kids 2-12; Free for under 2. Limited seating available, must purchase tickets online in advance.


Bernardo Winery

13330 Paseo Del Verano Norte, Rancho Bernardo

858-487-1866


 


🎅🏻🐋🍗 SEAWORLD (Mission Bay)

HOLLY JOLLY BRUNCH WITH ORCAS & SANTA

2023: Dec. 1-31, Jan. 1-7 at 1pm or 5pm

$50-$55 + park admission



Enjoy a delicious chef crafted meal on a private poolside patio next to Orca Whales with a special visit from Santa! Santa's Holly Jolly Brunch is an hour long experience on select dates during Christmas Celebration. More info


Advanced reservations are recommended as some seating times do sell out quickly. Day-of reservations can be made at the ticket booths or Guest Services just inside the park; if space is available.

COST: $49.99/ages 10+; $29.99/ages 3-9; Free for ages 0-2

(There are no discounts for pass members this year.)


*Children must be accompanied by an adult with a paid ticket. *Park admission is not included but is required.


SeaWorld San Diego

500 SeaWorld Dr., Mission Bay

619-222-4732


 


🎅🏻🍪 SESAME PLACE (Chula Vista)

COOKIES WITH COOKIE MONSTER

2023: Dec. 9-10, 16-31; Jan. 1 & 6

Times are at 1:30pm, 2:30pm & 5:30pm

$15 + park admission



C is for Cookie when you join Cookie Monster to enjoy Cookie Monster's favorite snack! This fun-filled family experience features meet and greet opportunities with Cookie Monster and milk in fun refillable mugs. More info


COST: $14.99/pp

(There's no pass member discount this year.)


*Children must be accompanied by an adult with a paid ticket. *Park admission is not included but is required.


Sesame Place San Diego

2052 Entertainment Circle, Chula Vista, CA 91911

619-943-3566




 

🎅🏻 HAVE FUN! 🎅🏻

 


THESE ARE BREAKFAST WITH SANTA EVENTS FROM 2022 THAT HAVEN'T CONFIRMED YET FOR 2023. KEEPING THIS INFO IN CASE THEY GET SCEHDULED.



photo: Joe's Crab Shack


JOE'S CRAB SHACK (Oceanside & Embarcadero/Convention Center)

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

2022: Dec. 17 from 8-10am

$10-$17



Santa is inviting you to join him for BREAKFAST at the Shack! Come meet Santa and tell him what you want for Christmas over a delicious breakfast for adults and kids. Have a jolly morning enjoying holiday activities, games to win prizes, and taking your own photos with Santa. Here’s your chance to make memories with the man himself, Santa Claus!


COST: $16.99/adults; $9.99/kids; free for under 3 don't need a ticket; limited seating available


Tickets are required for everyone attending the event even if you're not eating. All Children must be accompanied by an Adult, Adults and Children have to purchase a ticket in order to attend the event. Tickets are non-refundable. Price includes gratuity & tax.


MENU: Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Hash Browns, Texas Toast, Orange Slices


Joe's Crab Shack

525 E Harbor Dr., Convention Center; 619-233-7391

314 Harbor Dr., Oceanside; 760-722-1345


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photo: Marriott Bayfront


RESIDENCE INN & SPRINGHILL SUITES (downtown/bayfront)

BRUNCH WITH SANTA

2022: Dec. 4 from 11am-2pm

$25-$65



Get festive this Christmas and enjoy our Santa Brunch event at the Marriott Bayfront! Fun, festive holiday activities for kids, storytelling, games and coloring, live holiday music, brunch buffet and meet & greet with Santa. Event will be outside on the rooftop patio with heaters & fire pits. Festive party favors for children and drink specials for adults. More info 


MENU: fresh fruit, pastries & danishes, yogurt station, cage-free scrambled eggs, bacon, potatoes, peppers & onions, chilaquiles, mac & cheese, french toast sticks and assorted desserts.


COST: $65/adults; $25/kids


Check-in starts at 10:30am, provide ID and proof of Eventbrite tickets. Take elevators next to yellow wall up to 5th floor.


Parking: secured garage self-parking at the hotel as well as valet services and private pay lots nearby.



Residence Inn & Springhill Suites Marriott Bayfront

Harbor & Sky Rooftop Restaurant

900 Bayfront Court, San Diego, CA 92101

619-831-0224


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