"Love starting my day at Kennsington Cafe! As a local, I always appreciate their cozy atmosphere and the delicious breakfast! We had a baked French toast and pancakes with a side of eggs. Well cooked food and their coffee is always brewed perfectly. The service was attentive, courteous, and quick. The patio is dog friendly!"

"Love the atmosphere here, a warm and welcoming spot. The staff are always friendly as well. The go-to has to be the pancakes, they’re delicious! The coffee is also great and always reliable. Definitely a place worth coming back to."

"The coffee is good and the ambient is excellent. It opens a bit later at 7:30 am while the Starbucks across the way opens at 5 am. No complaint although open hours can be earlier?"

"This place was seriously so good! Our server was attentive and food was delicious and came out in a timely manner. We brought our pup and sat outside under an umbrella, we tried the Mexican mocha, flat white and a strawberry smoothie their bagel sandwich had the fluffiest eggs"

"I used to live down the street from Kensington Café and it quickly became one of my favorite neighborhood gems. I’d walk my dog over for breakfast or grab a coffee and pastry to go—it’s that kind of cozy, friendly spot that makes you feel at home. They have a full coffee bar (their matcha latte and seasonal drinks are great), plus a solid menu with gluten-free options. I love sitting outside on the dog-friendly patio, sipping an iced tea with free refills while people-watching. I’ve tried a bunch of dishes over the years—omelets, pancakes, sandwiches—but this time I went for the quiche and it did not disappoint. The Spanish Revival is also delicious but very rich, so keep that in mind. The staff is always kind, attentive, and genuinely warm. Even on busy weekends, I’ve never waited more than 10–15 minutes for a table. A true San Diego staple—friendly faces, consistently great food, and the perfect neighborhood vibe."