Two Seat Tango: Neighborhood Cafes & Stays: Claire's on Cedros (Solana Beach, CA)

We all get a little home sick sometimes. It's great to find a neighborhood café where you instantly feel welcome and comfortable from the moment you enter. In this Series, “Neighborhood Cafes & Stays,” we introduce you to cafes and lodging establishments that feel like home to us. We invite you to share stories about hidden gems you've discovered in Comments below.

Claire’s on Cedros
Solana Beach, California
As you enter Claire’s, across from the Solana Beach Amtrak Train Station, it’s as if you're entering a comfortable home. The cozy atmosphere features an open beam ceiling and an assortment of unmatched furniture.

I really like this place! There's plenty of unique décor to look at while you enjoy your breakfast. Check out the 6-foot fork hanging from the ceiling and matching spatula on the wall over there. I just met Owner, Claire Allison, and she says the table tops are made of sunflower seeds, so creative!

As you arrive at Claire's it's like coming home. There's a large welcoming front porch with seating for those waiting outside. As I entered, I noticed the open beam ceiling with reclaimed wooden beams and giant glowing birds nest chandeliers. This place truly is one of a kind!


*Claire's on Cedros © 2014 Consortium Awards*

Claire's Menu
The menu is unique and ever so original, prepared with mostly organic ingredients. Almost everything here is made from scratch on site. Produce arrives fresh every day. Claire worked previously for 12 years leading a large local bakery. Her attention to detail and creativity shows in every single dish that leaves the kitchen.

The Salmon Cake Benedict is to-die-for and the Gluten-free pancakes are also delicious!

I remember the first time I dined here, I ordered the Pumpkin Pancakes and Tuscan Eggs Benedict. I liked both dishes so much, I asked for a second helping of each.

After all of this scrumptious food, I wish there was a recliner here, so I could kick up my feet and stay for the afternoon! This place really does feel like home.

I’m ready to take a nap. I see a nice patio with seating out back. I wonder if there's a hammock hanging between those trees out there.

Weather you take the train, drive or walk over, you will find the ambiance and the staff at Claire's friendly and welcoming. If you can’t make it to Solana Beach, we hope you find a neighborhood café in your neck of the woods that feels just like home. As Dorothy said, "There’s no place like home… there's no place at home!"

Claire's is pet-friendly, so you can bring Toto Too!

How it's Made
Claire’s on Cedros was constructed following environmental building practices closely with sustainability in mind. In fact, it was the first LEED®Platinum certified restaurant ever in San Diego, a distinction the owners are proud of. Claire Allison opened the restaurant with long-time friend, Terrie Boley. Manager, Dee Miller is another friend. Their staff has become one big happy family. Claire, “I thought, somebody has to do breakfast right! If our customers can’t eat at home, this is a good second choice!”

Claire's on Cedros
246 N. Cedros Ave;
Solana Beach, CA 92075
Phone: (858) 259-8597
Website: clairesoncedros.com
Hours: Mon-Fri 6am-3pm, Sat & Sun 7am-3pm, 5pm-9pm

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Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Neighborhood Cafes & Stays: Claire's on Cedros (Solana Beach, CA)

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