UncategorizedIn San Diego, “where’s a good burrito?” is a question that starts arguments. We’re not here to settle it. We are here to point out that Palmy’s has three burritos on the board, and between them they cover pretty much every hour the kitchen is open.
8am to 3pm: The Big Swell Burrito
This is the one people come back for. Scrambled eggs, crispy tots, cheese, aji verde crema, guacamole and house salsa, with your choice of bacon or soyrizo.
Why tots, not hash browns?
Because tots hold their crunch once they’re wrapped up with eggs and guac. Every bite gets a bit of crisp, not just the first one.
What’s aji verde crema?
A bright, herby green sauce with roots in Peruvian cooking. It cuts through the richness of the eggs and cheese, so the burrito never feels heavy.
Going meat-free?
Pick soyrizo instead of bacon and the Big Swell becomes a solid vegetarian breakfast burrito.
11am to close: The Maui Burrito
San Diego gave the world the California burrito: carne asada and fries rolled into a tortilla. The Maui Burrito is Palmy’s island-accented take. Carne asada, Maui-onion pico, aji verde crema, guacamole, crispy fries and cheese.
If you missed the 3pm breakfast cut-off and still want a big burrito, this is your move.
11am to close: The Da Kine Poke Burrito
“Da kine” is Hawaiian pidgin for, roughly, “the good stuff.” This one swaps the tortilla-and-eggs formula for furikake rice, traditional poke, avocado, bibb lettuce, Maui-onion pico, beans and spicy mayo.
It’s the lightest of the three and the best pick for a warm afternoon on the patio.
Quick answers
Can I get a breakfast burrito after 3pm?
The Big Swell is on the breakfast menu, which runs until 3pm. The Maui and Da Kine Poke burritos are served from 11am until close.
Is there a vegetarian breakfast burrito?
Yes. Order the Big Swell with soyrizo instead of bacon.
Can I order a burrito to go?
Yes. Order online and pick it up at the counter at 976 Felspar St. Burrito o’clock? Order ahead for pickup or check the full menu.