Craft & Commerce Brunch
Craft & Commerce
VANESSA A.
UPDATED
August 7, 2025
Brunch basics:
Craft & Commerce offers brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 10:00am-2:00pm.
Enjoy popular food dishes like chicken & waffles or bone marrow.
Sip on classic brunch cocktails like a Bloody Mary or michelada.
Craft & Commerce
Explore brunch at Craft & Commerce, where bold flavors, inventive cocktails, and a striking ambiance come together to create one of San Diego’s most unique brunch experiences. Served on Saturday and Sunday from 10:00am-2:00pm, brunch at this industrial literary cabin is anything but ordinary. Indulge in decadent plates like bone marrow, chicken & waffles, and a full English breakfast, all while surrounded by ceiling-high bookshelves, vintage taxidermy, and an atmosphere that’s equal parts edgy and inviting. Pair your meal with a perfectly crafted Bloody Mary or michelada, and experience why Craft & Commerce has been recognized among the best bar food destinations in the country.
Craft & Commerce brunch menu
Craft & Commerce offers brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 10:00am-2:00pm. View the menus below for more information.
Brunch food menu
Snacks and Shareables | $14 chips and dip / $14.50 OG Craft Brussels / $13.95 the big green / $13 wood grilled carrots / $16 avocado toast / $16 Gary's popcorn shrimp / $19.99 wood grilled oysters / $8 vaso de fruta |
Plates | $19 BLT everything bagel Benny / $15.50 French toast / $16.50 omelette / $27.99 full English breakfast / $15 buttermilk pancakes / $18 breakfast burrito / $17 biscuits and gravy / $17 C&C burger / $73 Craft steak and eggs for 2 / $24.50 grilled tuna steak / $17.95 fried chicken breakfast biscuit |
Add Ons | $2 egg / $3 avocado / $5 bacon / $3 toast / $5 sausage / $6 tater tots / $10 fried chicken / $8 bone marrow / $8 raclette cheese / $4 buttermilk biscuit |
Brunch drink menu
Brunch Drinks | $12 michelada / $12 Bloody Mary / $12-$14 cocktails |
Craft & Commerce brunch tips
Order the bone marrow (yes, for brunch): the roasted bone marrow is a cult favorite here, and yes, you can (and should) brunch on it. If you're feeling bold, ask for it as a bone luge.
Know that the menu leans limited but inventive: expect a smaller, rotating selection with bold dishes like fried chicken breakfast biscuit, French toast with flair, or a standout breakfast burrito, with every item packing personality.
Come thirsty for the cocktail craftsmanship: brunch cocktails here are no afterthought, with favorites including the Del Jardin, Café Old Fashioned, and mezcal-forward spins that are as witty as they are potent.
Get the blueberry pancakes or French toast to share: even if you're more into savory, the blueberry pancakes and caramelized banana French toast are brunch stars and perfect for sharing at the end.
Sundays can get busy so book a table in advance: locals swear by the vibe here for date brunches or group hangs, but seats go fast, especially after 11:00am so reservations are recommended.
Come for the food, stay for the atmosphere: Craft & Commerce nails that Hemingway-meets-safari aesthetic, with taxidermy, book walls, and just the right dose of hipster sarcasm.
Don't expect ketchup (really): they have a no-ketchup policy that confuses newcomers but delights fans of chef-forward dining so try the dijonnaise with fries instead.
Ask about the tiki bar in the back: False Idol, the hidden tiki bar attached to Craft & Commerce, is a vibe all its own and some brunch-goers sneak in post-meal for round two.
FAQs
Is there a dress code?
The dress code is casual at Craft & Commerce.
Do they have outdoor seating?
Yes, Craft & Commerce has outdoor seating.
Do they take reservations?
Yes, reservations are accepted and highly recommended. You can book a table online.
Craft & Commerce Brunchspotter review
VANESSA A.
CONTRIBUTOR
Craft & Commerce isn’t just a restaurant; it’s a mood board come to life. The interior feels like a David Lynch speakeasy: taxidermy on the walls, worn leather booths, and low lighting that flatters everyone. It’s cheeky and cinematic, but never gimmicky. And the brunch? It goes toe-to-toe with the best in the city. I went in for the French toast and ended up adding fried chicken, a buttermilk biscuit, and one of their cocktails that tasted like it had a backstory. Every dish had personality. The biscuit was fluffy, the pancakes had that banana caramel moment people whisper about and the Café Old Fashioned had enough cold brew to keep me from needing a nap. Service hit the right balance between sharp and easygoing, and the crowd was what you’d expect for Little Italy: stylish, relaxed, and maybe slightly hungover. You come here because you want more than just eggs on a plate. You come for a little theater, a little edge, and the kind of brunch that makes you text three friends after and say, we’re going back next weekend.
