High/Low

I came in after a 12 hour long train trip and I was hungry! I was seated on the patio right away. It was a gorgeous morning and I had an ocean view. The atmosphere was laid back. The food was pretty good overall, but I had to use the salt shaker a few times. Overall, a great breakfast!

Great place for breakfast. Ate here while visiting Oceanside and glad we did. Coffee was really good. Flat white with vanilla was awesome. Jalapeño bacon hit the spot. I had the Cardiff Crack Hash with a Sunny Up egg and the tri-tip, peppers, and potatoes went so well with the seasonings and sauce. It was the best breakfast I’ve had in a while to be honest. Also had the banana bread which was moist and warm. Tots were crispy and hot. The lemon blueberry muffin was dense which we both liked. Most places have really light airy muffins but this one was heavy and had great flavor. Husband loved the Smoked Salmon Scramble. It was the first juicy, non-overcooked salmon he had the whole visit.

We were walking our dog and stopped here because we were starving. The view is something amazing. Location is primo. We ordered the, BLT, stuffed waffles mimosa and Mexican coke. Everything was delicious. Prices are pretty high but I guess it’s expected since you’re paying for the view too. Our waitress was super nice and personable. She was really on top of everything as well and checked in. Coolest part was we got to bring our dog. He loved it too.

Perfect place for a gorgeous So Cal day. Patio was full but hostess did a great job of accommodating us the best she could. Love the atmosphere and the server was super personable. He recommended the Cardiff Crack Has and it was terrific and a little comedic (check the pic and see if you can see why). Good place to come with family and friends. Also the Top Gun house is next door!

Food was creative and very flavorful. Lots of different fusion foods and some classics as well. All are done very well. The fried rice was very good. You can have the pork replaced with chicken, beef, or extra eggs. The Kimchi and pineapple gave it a nice balance of sweet and tartness and having the egg on top instead of scrambled into the rice allows each ingredient to stand out on its own better. The fish and chips was fantastic as well. Very light and flaky but crispy crust. The sauce was so light and fresh. A nice dill flavor that pairs well with hot sauce. They do not have fried chicken and waffles anymore as of April 2024.

We sat outside and had terrific service! Thanks, Jacob! I don't know how you make fries better, but they did. The garlic fries were great, as were our burger and chicken sandwich. I'm glad we stopped as we walked by. See you again when we're back in Oceanside. Love your hours... open sunrise to sunset!

You go for the ambience. You're right across from the beach upper entrance, just south of the pier, and if you get on the barstool you have a very nice view of the ocean. As far as food, it's a bit strange and limited. Go for happy hour. The drinks are good.

Great spot for food and drinks!! They're located at the bottom of Mission Pacific with a great view of the ocean and Oceanside Pier. They have happy hour as well, starting a few hours before sunset and going 'til sunset, with food and drink specials, but hours can change with seasons.

Great atmosphere, excellent service. Ethan was so sweet and nice! Food is delicious. Will come back

Service is atrocious. Waited 15 minutes before my wife found the manager to let him know we needed water. His response, "when your waiter comes by they'll take your drink order". Yes, we know how a restaurant works; the point is we haven't even been acknowledged. Onto the food: Grilled cheese and tomato soup: grilled cheese was fine, soup tastes like salsa Fish and chips: decent fish and chips nothing special Wedge salad: as you'd expect it was good. Hard to mess that up Clam chowder: here we go. They claim this to be the best chowder you've ever tasted. First off this isn't even top 20 and I'm a whore for chowder. In fact, I wouldn't even call this chowder but rather clam broth. You also get a whopping 6 clams. I should have known better when it took the longest of our order because they had to "plate it". At 17 bucks this is an absolute rip off. Now back to the service. After we finished lunch where was our server. Nowhere that's where. Another 25 minutes to get a check.....not from our server. For the price tag this place needs a major gut check. As locals we will not be back.

One Star for Careless Service Stopped by this nice-looking café by the ocean to enjoy a quiet breakfast after my morning estimate. I ordered, left a $5 tip, and sat down at the first available table. Despite having five staff members and only a few tables occupied, no one brought my food or checked on me. I waited over 15 minutes, clearly visible, and no one said a word. Finally, I got up and saw my order sitting in a to-go bag near the coffee station--no heads-up, no apology, nothing. I came here to enjoy breakfast at the high lowe café, not eat from a takeout box. Really disappointing. One star for the careless staff. HIGH- price. LOWE - service.

Yum!!! ... fun food... breakfast served until 2pm... service was great... no wait....we were seated on the patio... nice music coming from the pier.... I had the cheddar scramble with maple sausage and waffle....my sister had the tuna melt.... Both were delicious....

I am a regular as I stay at the Seabird. The Tuna Melt I suggest adding avocado if you can't have cheese like me. It is my definite favorite! Their Latte is also yummy. The location is amazing. Can you. Ring back more OLIPOP flavors like Rootbeer or Cream Soda for people that don't drink or want a healthier option thank you! PS i miss Olivia her vibrant personality and commitment to great service we're stellar.

Great food and wait staff was nice, attentive and friendly. Has indoor and outdoor seating. Nice view of the water. Will come again.

Lovely place to enjoy a drink and appetizers on the patio. Especially liked the garlic fries topped with shaved Parmesan. Waiters are friendly and efficient. Been here three times in a week and will be our go-to while on vacation. Steps from the beach with a great view.

I've been trying this business out since I moved here and they still don't disappoint... my group loved the food. Eggs were cooked perfect, waffles were delicious, tater tots are a little oily so can't eat too many of them but I love the crunch, the clamp chowder was good- not too creamy but make sure you love bacon because its a bit overwhelming in flavor, and the Bloody Marry was great. The view of the ocean is pretty much blocked by the plants in front of the outside dining area, I wish it was more open for the view but you can venture out after dining for an amazing walk down to the beach or at the Pier. The wait was about 20 minuets on Sunday, they didnt take reservations. Enjoy!

Tried the grilled chicken sandwich. The grilled chicken was thinner than each slice of bread. The bread was dripping in butter. Although the view was nice, I would not recommend this place. Food was terrible.

Can't beat the front row ocean seating and the breakfasts are amazing! Great ambiance, very upscale and beachy. The hotel is gorgeous and it's right across from the pier. We always look forward to coming here!

Tanner was our sever today, he made me and my kiddos feel very welcome. My latte was DELICIOUS Best ambience, views and lattes!!

We were staying at the hotel here & wanted breakfast that was close . We shared the Ultimate Oside Breakfast Burrito . This was really good . Big enough to share . It had bacon , eggs, tots, cheese , salsa verde which was really yummy - picked jalapeños. We also had a piece of banana bread that was thick & yummy . The views are amazing of the ocean . We ate outside . The waitress was helpful & nice . They are only open until 7pm . If you are in the area I recommend it . They have Coke products

Sometimes we visit restaurants for the ambiance, sometimes we go for the food and sometimes we go for the service. So to have a great location, so close to the beach, fantastic food (fresh and great quality), and service that was 5 stars from the time we walked in to the time we left, by our server Jianna, made for a great start to the day!!! High/Low is a definite favorite.

I personally am a fan of High/Low. Only been here for breakfast but it's always good. Servers are always attentive and the vibe is good. Nice to be close to the water chillin and eating good whether it's post-surf or just a bite with friends

I came here for a birthday breakfast with a group of about 13 people including a baby and the staff was so accommodating. Water was already waiting at the table when we arrived. The servers were super friendly. The Cardiff Crack Hash was amazing, I could have eaten two orders, it was so tasty. Everything else looked amazing including the Lemon Ricotta Pancake. I love how they have Mexican Sprite with the meal and the fact I can get a cappuccino to go. Once the sun came out the patio was gorgeous and I regret not stopping by the Top Gun house nextdoor to grab some pies. I did go for a walk on the pier after as it is right across the street. The property is gorgeous and the bathrooms were very clean. I would definitely recommend this spot and will def be heading back again!

Look at my food. Do you think it takes more than 35 minutes to cook this? The food took so long to come to the table and the food was very mediocre. It was not worth the price or the wait. The service was also not good. Trust me, if you actually enjoy HIGH quality food for a good price, try going somewhere else. This place isn't good and their flavors are not well balanced. Store bought waffles taste better than these, the eggs were cold, and the sausage was tough to chew. I wouldn't come here again. I only give it 2 stars because it was edible.

While visiting from out of state, we had breakfast at High/Low in Oceanside twice, and the food was absolutely excellent--fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. I highly recommend it! Beyond the delicious food, the ocean views are stunning, making the dining experience even better. Whether you're a local or just visiting, this spot is a must-try for a great breakfast with a beautiful view.

High/Low is, as far as I can tell, the only beachfront restaurant by the Oceanside Pier. The location and low Yelp rating gave me a pretty good idea of what to expect, and I was neither disappointed nor impressed with our experience. We went for Sunday brunch during MLK weekend, showing up around 11:30, and the place was busy busy busy. We put our name down and took a nice stroll along the beach. Helpfully, there was an online waitlist, which we were able to monitor through a texted link. Unhelpfully, the waitlist was inaccurate. We headed back when we thought we were next in line, only to find there were still a couple parties ahead of us. We did get seated, though, shortly after we got the text to come to the host stand. The space was great, a sunny patio with easy ambiance and a decent street-level view of the beach. There were umbrellas and heaters for temperature control, and we found it quite warm for a cool day in mid-January and actually asked to turn off the heater by our table. Service was quick and friendly, and high chairs readily available. I started my brunch with a Bloody Mary, made with Locals Only vodka and garnished with pepperoncini, celery, and a twist of bacon. It was solid, and I liked that it came with a little snack. I ordered the dill Baja shrimp roll for the rest of my meal, and this was cheerfully mediocre. Tiny shrimp bound in a mayo dill dressing, served on Hawaiian bread with crispy onion, pickled jalapeño, and a decent side of fries. My husband and sons had sweeter fare, a spread of French toast and pastries. I tried a bite of the French toast and it was super sugary, but I guess that's by design. The pastries weren't the best. The banana bread, supposedly homemade, was refrigerator cold and also very sweet. The butter croissant looked like it came from somewhere not quite as nice as Costco. High/Low is a hassle to visit, and the food is nothing special, but I'd still recommend it if you're passing through Oceanside. It's a lovely spot for brunch by the beach.

If you are at the beach and want some good brunch, High/Low is the spot! We have gone twice and the service can be a hit or miss. The first time we were there, the staff was super friendly and accommodating as they spoke to us, but the second time, the hostess' facial expressions looked like she was annoyed with us and made us feel unwelcomed. However, the waitress and other staff members were nice when they were serving us. My favorite dish is the Cardiff Crack Hash because chimichurri is THAT sauce. Their crispty cauliflower and garlic fries are also delicious on the side! My husband liked their Toes on the Nose! The waiting time can be long so be prepared to wait 40+ minutes to sit down during the weekend but you can walk around as there are a bunch of places + the pier is just right there!

Second time here for breakfast and I hate to say it but I got the same thing I got last time... the Toes on the Nose (their version of a classic breakfast). The maple sage sausage is a standout! The waffles are buttery and the scrambled eggs are cooked well. My partner ordered the Cardiff Crack Hash, which he said was decent but the portion was on the small side and the tri-tip was dry. Service was good and the patio is nice!

We had breakfast here this morning, and we were pleased beyond expectation! The food was fabulous (I highly recommend the Lemon-Ricotta pancakes) and the view of the Pacific Ocean was beautiful. Our server was JACOB, who checked on us frequently to make sure all was okay. When we left, we forgot our bathing suit on the the chair. Jacob ran after us with suits in hand. He ran back to us a second time when we stated we forgot our towels! Who does this?! Jacob did! We're going to frequently this restaurant!

Service in this area attached to the Oceanside Mission Inn is superb. Looks like a full bar and they have a food menu. Ordered a couple hot chocolates here and sat down to enjoy them inside. It's bright, open, airy, welcoming in this place. They have WiFi, some people were working remotely. Great location within quick reach of the beach.

This beach front diner is prefect for a relaxing brunch overlooking the ocean and the pier. The staff is friendly and we have always experienced good service. The menu offers breakfast until 3PM and the menu offers lunch 11:30 AM - 5PM. It's a pretty typical so-cal menu with a few perks. The best thing on the breakfast menu is the Cardiff Crack bowl. Basically it's a bowl full of steak cubes, potatos, bell peppers, two poached eggs and seasoning. Super yummy and filling. My daughter enjoyed the Ceviche. As a local I like to try all of the fun touristy places and this one is on my list as a local favorite.

This was very a very disappointing visit. We looked at the menu online and thought it would be a good try. But unfortunately we were underwhelmed. I got the Hawaiian breakfast rice. It was too sweet! Every bite tasted like pineapple. We also ordered the waffles, there were thin and dry. To drink we tried their bloody Mary's, they were too thick for my taste. The only reason why I gave this place two stars is the service, our server was great so it helped distract from the food and the ambiance. It's ocean front so it was a nice place to sit. It's just too bad the food was lacking, this place can have alot of potential!

Had breakfast here twice during our vacation. Great views, great food, fantastic service. Reasonable prices. Very happy with this place! We tried many things and all were good. Good breakfast sausage, ham and cheese croissants, huevos rancheros. Kids loved the waffles.

We decided to stop in during one of our walks. We are so glad that we decided to try it after walking by so many times. Everything was delicious and our server was on top of everything. We noticed that all of the staff were super friendly and attentive. Hubby had the shrimp roll and I had the Cobb salad with a side of sweet potato fries. You could tell that the fries were homemade as well as the vinaigrette. We enjoyed sitting out on the patio and they had umbrellas at each table which they opened for us. We would love to try breakfast and noticed they open at 7 AM. They have a cute coffee bar inside with pastries as well supposedly the pie here is great and I'd like to try that too

This was a cool little spot. Directly across the street from the beach. Great for bringing friends and family that are visiting. We sat outside to enjoy the fresh air and views. The service and food were good too. My BLT was awesome, my pop tart was so yummy, my latte was so cute and tastes good. They ran out of green juice but next time.

Gorgeous spot to stop for a drink and light meal while you walk the Strand. House made iced chai is delicious, staff is friendly, views are stellar.

Not too bad. Friendly staff and great ambiance. Food was ok. Excellent coffee. Worth a try!

Great atmosphere and view of the ocean and walking distance from the pier and band shell. Avocado toast was delicious, I'd certainly return. Staff and service was great.

The food here is so good! And they have some great unique dishes. Every time I come in the staff here is so sweet and provides excellent service!

We went to the High/Low for lunch. The we sat outside and had a nice view of the ocean and pier. The seating was comfortable and even though it was a bit windy that day, we didn't feel the wind at all. The service was prompt, friendly, and professional. They have a pretty good wine and beer menu with many options. They also have specialty drinks. My wife loved the Long Island Iced Tea she ordered. I enjoyed the Rotating Pale Ale beer. We ordered the Drive Through burger and Fish & Chips. Both orders came with fries. The burger was huge and really really good. The meat itself was fantastic and clearly made of quality meat. The Fish & Chips were very good with a light breading. The fries came out piping hot and were lightly seasoned. The restaurant is located next door to the Top Gun house, if you are interested in the original Top Gun Movie. We will definitely visit again.

High/Low is located inside and out of Mission Pacific Resort. I came for a snack on a Tuesday afternoon. There wasn't a wait. I was seated right away and she let me choose my seat. I chose the table with the best view outside. Problem is she forgot to set up my table with utensils. Our waiter was good. He was attentive. He was busy. There were other staff helping him. I asked for a spoon from the staff that served our food and it never came. We had to also ask for utensils. We wanted to try the "best clam chowder". I should learn by now that anyone who toots their own horn is going to wrong. It wasn't my best clam chowder that I've ever had. I will say I've never had chowder with clams in the shell before! It tested more like chioppino to me. There was very little soup! What soup I tasted was runny, not thick. The garlic bread that came with it, although thin, was good. I ordered the famous high pie cup of pie. It wasn't in a cup. I liked the fresh fruit. The little blueberry pies were just OK. I would've liked ice cream instead of whipped cream. Not worth the money paid. Just a note to those staying at Mission Pacific or Seabird, they are a 3rd party restaurant unaffiliated with Hyatt. I did not know this and thought I could charge it to the room. I was wrong. It was a good thing I happened to have cash, which I never do!

Came again to this delicious restaurant! I brought my mom and dad, it was my dad's first time here. He was visiting from LA and thought the food was delicious! We had the clam chowder for the first time and it was really good! A different way of cooking that but awesome. We also had the shrimp chop, the chicken avocado sandwich, Cardiff crack, and spicy BLT. All were bomb! Well done! A few notes...We weren't too fond of our service this round it was really slow and at one point we thought our server had completely left. Haha but luckily we saw Jebi and he helped us out!! He is the best server at the establishment! For some reason there were a ton of flies this day and that was a little annoying. Other than that, ambiance is always beautiful!

Good food and a great ambiance. Probably one of the top three places in O'Side to sit outside and enjoy the atmosphere. The restaurant is right across the street from the ocean. You can sit in the sun or the shade. Service is REALLY slow and that's the reason for the 4 stars but at least you have the ocean to look at while you wait! The servers are sweet. It's a bummer the food timing takes this place down a notch.

Situated in a prime location, High/Low has amazing views of the ocean and pier. I came with a decently large group early on a weekend morning, and it took quite a while to be seated despite the fact that the restaurant wasn't busy. Although I loved the location and ambiance, I honestly found the food to be quite disappointing. I ordered the Hawaiian fried rice and felt like it was pretty flavorless. There are many items on the menu though, which is good when you're eating with people with dietary restrictions. I'd recommend coming to grab a drink over anything else.

High/low is a wonderful restaurant close enough to the beach so that you can see the water. I have had numerous breakfasts and lunches there and have never been disappointed. Today I was was disappointed because their clam chowder did not measure up. The presentation of clams, carrots, and potatoes is definitely eye-catching, but the oversized potatoes and bits of carrot and bacon overwhelmed the taste of the clam chowder. I want lots of chowder and clams. Maybe it's my peasant taste. My friend again had the tomato soup and grilled cheese sandwich which she loved. Spending an hour or two at high low is definitely worth it.

Great service, food and location! We sat outside and there was a concert at the beach we could enjoy while eating breakfast, it was amazing!

Went back on the third day of our stay at the Seabird. Dec 6th. Again, dog friendly. Found a great table by a heater. In the great outdoor ambiance. Jose and Chloe were our servers. Very friendly and engaging. I had mimosa, small serving as several reviews mentioned. Good nonetheless. Food spot on again. I had the Avocado Toast. Lots of avo, arugula and fried eggs. The secret ingredient....the garlic crunch crunch. Thinly sliced garlic marinated in olice oil. Yum. Husband had Spicy BLT. Jalapeno bacon (housemade), arugula on sourdough. This place likes arugula and that to me is a good thing.

Came here a few times for brunch and afternoon drinks. Service has always been great - attentive and friendly. Food is good made with quality ingredients and always tastes fresh! Their waffles are really nice and different. Thin and chewy, like they are made with tapioca flour so it lends to a nice texture that is not dry or grainy. Location is hard to beat with a full view of the ocean! Lots of patio seating as well as indoor dining that is fully open to sea as well. Also had their brioche with berries - yum!! Smoked salmon scramble was good without any need of additional salt due to the addition of capers. And the crème fraiche with sliced avocado the perfect creamy compliment. Love coming here and they deliver consistently

High/Low is nice for ocean views and drinks. Maybe skip on the food though. We visited for brunch and tried the Hawaiian fried rice and Cardiff crack hash. Both entrees had a beautiful presentation, but completely lacked flavor. It was actually shocking, especially since the prices are a bit high. In the other hand, coffee and beer selection was alright as well as the service.

I so badly want to rate this place higher, but they just cannot get it right around here. First off, their food is delicious. I've never had a bad meal here. And the view is amazing. But beyond that, the prices are high (remember this is a hotel)...and the mimosas are tiny. Sadly, service is so hit or miss. I've been a handful of times. Today we split a burrito because the hi/lo quesadilla (which we love and is now off the menu) was not available....our server was really the bartender so he only took our order and we never saw him again...I had to go up to the counter to get salsa and napkins...had to ask for water and an extra plate...asked for St. Germaine in my Prosecco and got LESS Prosecco than even a full glass, with the liqueur added in. Cmon guys. I work in the industry and I also know good customer service. It pains me to write this as I'm local and I want to spend my money here. Please please clean up your act Hi/Lo.

This is a mediocre restaurant with a beautiful location directly across from the pier. Came on a Saturday for lunch and we were seated immediately. The staff is generally friendly but don't seem to be very energetic or experienced. I ordered the chopped shrimp - the name is deceiving. I asked if it was a chopped salad and was told it is a wedge salad with whole shrimp. It's neither! It's a salad! Why it's served with thousand island dressing is a mystery. The green drink was good but on the sweet side. Friend ordered a sandwich which was deemed "good." I snagged some fries which were tasty.

This is my second time here and I haven't been in at least a year. We got lucky from the start. Perfect seating outside in the shade and a perfect view of the ocean. Then! We got the same server Jacob we had before! The food and service were great. You have to ask or wait for Jacob. He's the best

I've been here several times since they opened a few years ago, and it was always the ocean view patio seating that brought me back, but NOW they've updated the menu, with some better tastier options (the clam chowder is truly the best! And get the tater tots too!), and they updated the patio seating (took away the couches that were difficult to eat from) so there's more room for the patrons. Service has always been good. If you haven't been here in awhile, come back! I think you'll be pleasantly surprised

They were having a wedding next door. The banana pancakes are vegan and good. They have another vegan option however it's soy based and it's good as well. This place is over looking the beach so it's beautiful and the customer service is cool

Pretty good food, and the best view! Bathrooms are great! What more do you what? Service was prompt. Try to get there before 9:30 am because of tourist morning rush.

I work from home and when I visit my parents this is one of my favorite spots to work out of. The location and environment is suiting for meetings and project management work. The music volume isn't loud and the people who dine here are pleasant. The menu is simple, which I love and they have a full bar if you'd like to order a drink. The next perk is it's right next to the beach and that's the cherry on top! Staff here is attentive, laid back, and friendly. I always come here alone and I always leave to walk the beach after -- incredibly happy!

You go for the ambience. You're right across from the beach upper entrance, just south of the pier, and if you get on the barstool you have a very nice view of the ocean. As far as food, it's a bit strange and limited. Go for happy hour. The drinks are good.