Beginners Diner Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing Beginners Diner, the latest gem nestled within the historic Lafayette Hotel in San Diego. This trendy yet casual diner is open 24 hours, offering a nostalgic vibe with a modern twist. Guests can explore a diverse menu featuring comfort food classics alongside unique items, such as the much-praised chicken schnitzel and delicious boozy milkshakes.
- Reservations: Available for hassle-free dining
- Diverse Ambiance: Perfect for groups, romantic dinners, or late-night bites
- Accessibility: Gender-neutral restrooms, outdoor seating, and no steps or stairs
- Eco-Friendly: Compostable containers and plastic-free packaging
While some guests have noted the occasional wait for dishes, the vibrant atmosphere and attentive service make your visit worthwhile. Whether you’re in for a hearty brunch or a sweet dessert, Beginners Diner is a delightful stop for food lovers and casual diners alike.
Brunch
Breakie Sando
$8.00
Gravlax Tower
Avocado Toast
$12.00
Buckwheat Pancakes
$15.00
Corned Beef Hash
$18.00
Breakfast Tacos Supreme
$12.00
Steak And Eggs
$35.00
Banana Bread Pudding French Toast
$15.00
Mushroom Omelet
$19.00
Denver Omelet
$14.00
Bacon Avocado Benedict
$18.00
Latkestrami Benedict
$18.00
Bagel And Lox
$19.00
Deviled Eggs
Pickle Plate
Tomato Soup
$9.00
Lemon And Herb Marinated Chicken Skewers
$12.00
Crudites
$15.00
Caesar Salad
$14.00
Small Plates
DeLuxe Sandwiches
Club
$20.00
Ruben
$22.00
Grilled Cheese
$15.00
Patty Melt
$20.00
Cali Banh Mi
$18.00
Tuna Melt
$17.00
Lemon Meringue Pie
$7.00
Cinnamon Roll
Apple Pie
$7.00
Chess Pie
$7.00
French Fries
$6.00
Curly Fries
$8.00
Onion Rings
Classic Carbs
Boozy Milkshakes
Chocolate Hazelnut
Strawberry
Banana Coconut
Fall Brewing
$8.00
Harland Brewing
$9.00
Local Rotating Tap
$9.00
Beers
Cocktails
Mimosa
$15.00
Veal Gravy
$28.00
Creamed Spinach
Broccoli
Iner Specials
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Wedge Salad
Caesar Salad
Greek Salad
Good Morning
Gravlax Tower
Buckwheat Pancakes
$15.00
Corned Beef Hash
$18.00
Breakfast Tacos Supreme
$12.00
Breakie Sando
Banana Bread Pudding French Toast
$15.00
Steak And Eggs
$32.00
Mushroom Omelet
$19.00
Omelet
$14.00
Bacon Avocado Benedict
$18.00
Latkestrami
$18.00
Brunch, And Good Night
Others
Red
$14.00
White
$14.00
Serpentine Cider
Seek Brewing
Sauvignon Blanc
$16.00
Pinot Noir
$16.00
Eggs
Mushroom Hash
$16.00
Chicken Fried Steak And Eggs
$27.00
Biscuits And Gravy
$12.00
Matzo Ball Soup
Diner Chili
The Lafayette Painkiller
$15.00
Walk On Water
$28.00
Rio Bravo
$14.00
Amara
$13.00
Vespa
$14.00
Barracuda
$13.00
Strega Del Mare
$14.00