The Trails Eatery

Great brunch spot. Great selection especially if you are gluten free. If you arrive before 10am. There's no line.

Today was my first time visiting this cute place. I met my 2 former coworkers here for our monthly lunch get-to-gether! I no longer drive, so the 115 MTS bus dropped me off at the bus stop right out front! Easy-Peasy! ✔️ I arrived early, so I sat out front! A staff member bought me water w/ lemon and a menu while I waited for my friends to arrive. Several people did come, read the menu, and leave for one reason or another! This place offers a few lunch / lite dinner options; however, it rocks🎸 breakfast, for sure. It closes at 2 pm. We ordered at the register, paid, and received a numbered table banner for food-to-table delivery. Friend #1 ordered Eggs Benedict; Friend #2 ordered (her favorite) gluten-free French Toast w mixed fruit and extra lemon curd; I ordered a classic breakfast of 2 over-medium eggs, 2 sausage patties, grits, wheat toast, and 2 of the best pancakes I have ever eaten! (Tip: Ask for a carryout box with the food, place ½ of everything out of sight, and thusly avoid overeating!) This was my first time, but it will definitely NOT be my last! Kudos to the owner and staff for a Class Act! 🔥💯

Seriously, I'm almost reluctant to write this review because The Trail Eatery in La Mesa is, hands down, one of the absolute best spots in the area – especially for breakfast! It's already a very popular, bustling place, and honestly, I dread more people discovering this culinary gem, but they truly deserve all the praise. What makes it so special? Let's talk about the staff. They are simply wonderful. Dylan, who's been at the front for years, is a familiar face that always makes you feel like family. That's the vibe here, you know? It's one of those rare places where everyone is eager to please, and they genuinely make you feel at home. For me, being on a gluten-free diet makes The Trail Eatery even better. Their entire menu is incredible, but the abundance of delicious gluten-free options is just awesome. Their Eggs Benedict are fantastic, and the Cinnamon Roll Pancake – which you can also get gluten-free – is truly amazing. Oh, and the Lavender Lemonade? A must-try! Consistently a perfect experience. Highly, highly recommend!