At Swami’s Cafe Escondido, we serve up fresh, hearty breakfasts, wholesome lunch fare and the best coffee around — all with a welcoming, laid-back vibe. From handmade buttermilk pancakes, acai bowls and omelettes to generous burritos and lunch specials, our menu offers something for every appetite. Our organic beans are roasted fresh and brewed to order, perfect for a morning pick-me-up or a relaxing afternoon pause. Whether you’re dining in, grabbing a to-go breakfast, or sipping coffee with friends, Swami’s Escondido is your go-to spot for great food, great drinks, and easygoing Southern California charm.Come hungry — leave happy.
SoCal chain serving cafe fare such as sandwiches, salads & waffles in a casual setting.
Seattle Dreamer
I’m sorry to leave a one star review but I hate this location the music in the café is extremely loud and even in the kitchen you can hear it just from the bathroom and noise from people sitting in the dining room, it gave me such a headache, the waitress we had never took our menus from our table after we ordered or checked on us once during eating lunch, I noticed her standing by the door looking at her cellphone, I’m not a fan of the open concept kitchen either, parking here is a bit difficult and you either have to walk up stairs to access the dining room or take the wheelchair lift. The food is mediocre at best my mom got a Ruben sandwich with super tough corned beef on it and a side salad that didn’t look so fresh, I got a buffalo burger and fries, it was ok, but after eating it I had a bloody nose and felt terrible afterwards, we also ordered an iced mocha and Mexican mocha, my mom enjoyed her drink, mine was really strong and bitter so I added in some stevia from the table, we spent 60 dollars here definitely not worth going out of the way for, my mom had issues trying to pay for our meal and figure out the tip and sales tax, the system they use here is weird. The window screens need replacement and the dining room just looks like it needs a renovation, it’s very small and loud, the view just looks across the street. I wish they had more gluten free and organic items to choose from, sadly I wasn’t able to take a Picture of the menu there’s so many options on it and the portions you get here are big, I’m not a fan of the huge pieces of produce they put in the salads here it makes it hard to eat. I’m not returning to this location again.
… moreAmanda Davis
My husband had the Smoked Salmon Scramble and a Bloody Maria, and I had the Stuffed French Toast and Bloody Mary. Outstanding! Absolutely delicious and the service and atmosphere was top notch. They have an extensive menu which made it really hard to choose as there were so many things I wanted to try. My husband and I are here visiting our son in the Marines (Camp Pendleton) and decided to stay in nearby Carlsbad. Swami’s was a 4 minute walk from our Airbnb and we chose it based on location and other Google reviews. Definitely did not disappoint, we will come again, and we highly recommend.
… moreIlse magadan
We’ve been regulars at Swami’s for years, and Luis and the whole team are always so welcoming—greeting us with big smiles every time. Luis has helped us celebrate all our birthdays over the years, and visiting Swami’s is truly always a pleasure. The food is consistently amazing, and the service is immaculate. Highly recommend!
… moreDeborah
I loved my veggie scramble but when I tasted my husband’s huevos rancheros I was in love!! The huevos meal was outstanding.
… moreAmanda
We stopped into Swami’s in Carlsbad for brunch and had such a great experience!
For food, we ordered the Chicken Teriyaki so good, tender, and flavorful. I also got the Buffalo Burger, but swapped the bacon for an extra egg, which was a perfect choice. Everything tasted fresh and well-prepared.
On the drinks side, I tried the iced matcha latte with 2% milk light, refreshing, and just right. I also had a double dirty chai (hot), which was absolutely amazing, my boyfriend even said it tasted like it was made just for me. The bitter but had a slight sweetness to it, exactly how I like it.
We sat outdoors since the weather here is so much nicer than back home in AZ and humid TX absolutely perfect for enjoying brunch. Service was quick and friendly, and our server even shared that the restaurant is named after a nearby meditation center, which was such a cool tidbit.
The location is great too on a quiet street, just a short walk from the beach and the village center. Relaxed vibe, great food, and friendly service. Definitely a spot we’ll be coming back to!
… moreErin Kelley
In the heart of town, a delicious breakfast place with great service!
Lots of seating, inside, outside and on the street/sidewalk.
Extensive menu, everyone can find something.
Several home-made fresh squeezed juices (delicious, albeit expensive).
Great service from Luis. Also great buss and host service (did not catch his name).
Appreciate they offer potatoes either hash brown, or whole style and several veg options as well.
Very large portions.
… moreRudi
Multiple locations in North County for good reasons… fantastic food not limited to breakfast. I especially enjoy the breakfast croissant when I come. The açaí bowls are large and filled with fresh fruit. The staff is super friendly and it’s a casual atmosphere. Worth a visit if you want plenty of choices.
… moreVictoria Engels
We made the best choice for breakfast, while on our Carlsbad, California vacation – (family friendly)! The space, service, and food were top notch. The chilaquiles were the best I’ve ever had (with green sauce!), and my husband loved the chorizo breakfast burrito.. Check out the adorable kids Mickey Mouse pancake. Our 11 year old said his banana chocolate chip pancakes were the best he has ever had (which says a lot!). The food presentation was quite impressive for a little cafe as well. Our server, Luis, was friendly and great. Very fast service. Outdoor seating available. Don’t think twice – make this a must stop! We will be back! Thanks, Swami’s Cafe Carlsbad.
… moreAdamLTW
Delicious freshly made to order breakfast !! Especially loved the ham and ham omelette. Also my son, Ash customized his breakfast. It was a “waffle Benedict” with soy chorizo and avocado and I think it should be called “Ash’s Benedict”
… moreDenise Rose
Recommend! Stopped Friday morning on our way to Comic-Con. Fabulously kind and efficient service – love the Padres restaurant shirts on the waiters! Good food delivered quickly, would love to stop by again for the corn beef hash benedict and fantastic hash browns
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