Studio Diner is one of The 15 Best Places for Monte Cristo Sandwiches in San Diego.

1. Studio Diner

8.4
4701 Ruffin Rd, San Diego, CA
Diner · Kearny Mesa · 128 tips and reviews

Nicole M.Nicole McCleaf: The Monte Cristo is outta control yummy! The Lobster bisque is a treat, if you like rich & creamy.

Christopher M.Christopher Munar: monte cristo with hashbrowns and a 50/50 shake. thats action!

Andy C.Andy Carlon: Gunslinger is a nice little breakfast. Monte cristo is a nice little heart attack

Milton's Deli is one of The 15 Best Places for Monte Cristo Sandwiches in San Diego.

2. Milton's Deli

8.7
2660 Via de La Valle (at I-5 Fwy), Del Mar, CA
Deli · 49 tips and reviews

Kevin A.Kevin Askew: Loved their Monte Cristo!

Michael K.Michael K.: My favorite deli in San Diego. It's fairly pricey for a deli but the food is great. The menu is huge! My favorite is the Reuben sandwich which is fabulous.

Robert W.Robert Wehr Jr.: Excellent corned beef sandwich

Antique Row Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Monte Cristo Sandwiches in San Diego.

3. Antique Row Cafe

8.3
3002 Adams Ave (at 30th St), San Diego, CA
Diner · North Park · 30 tips and reviews

Susan N.Susan Neumayer: O.M.G...I had the Monte Cristo w the Monterey potato cake....da bomb!

Ashley C.Ashley Choi: this one has tapatio, the el cajon one has cholula and homemade fresh salsa. both excellent locations and large breakfasts!

Clarah G.Clarah G: I don't know who put it in here the diner hours, the restaurant is now closed and it's saying here it's open! Get it fixed, for God's sake.

JRDN is one of The 15 Best Places for Monte Cristo Sandwiches in San Diego.

4. JRDN

8.9
4551 Ocean Blvd, San Diego, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Pacific Beach · 86 tips and reviews

Amy P.Amy Pospiech: The monte cristo is to die for!

Teri P.Teri Pytel: I can't say enough about this place. Service is impeccable. Risotto was outstanding. Beet salad and warm mussels are a must have. The setting on the patio is memory maker especially the sea wall.

Victoria V.Victoria Vosler: Get the steamed mussels!! The sauce is amazing, you will literally want to drink it

Cafe 21 University Heights is one of The 15 Best Places for Monte Cristo Sandwiches in San Diego.

5. Cafe 21 University Heights

8.7
2736 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA
Breakfast Spot · North Park · 51 tips and reviews

SharShar: Salmon omelette and tiramisu pancake. You won't regret it. Everything's organic, even their homemade hot sauce (cost extra though).

RichRich: The fruit plate is awesome! It's not all melon like most places. Ours was kiwi, banana, apple, pear, blueberries, pineapple and watermelon.

H M.H Mulherin: PLT was amazing, potato chips to die for. Great service. I'm definitely coming back here.

Broken Yolk Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Monte Cristo Sandwiches in San Diego.

6. Broken Yolk Cafe

7.4
1851 Garnet Avenue (at Lamont St), San Diego, CA
Breakfast Spot · Pacific Beach · 78 tips and reviews

Will H.Will Hull: Grab a Monte Cristo.

Elaine C.Elaine Courtney: Rooftop dining experience is great, portions are generous, and I've always had a good time there!

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: On Man v Food, Adam Richman takes on the Broken Yolk Special, a 6-lb. breakfast served on a 15-inch pizza pan - a 12-egg omelet with chili plus a mountain of home fries and 2 biscuits.

Le Fontainbleau - The Westgate Hotel is one of The 15 Best Places for Monte Cristo Sandwiches in San Diego.

7. Le Fontainbleau - The Westgate Hotel

8.2
1055 2nd Ave, San Diego, CA
French Restaurant · Central San Diego · 4 tips and reviews

Jayme P.Jayme Pontious: The rockafeller oysters, the rib mac n cheese, the shrimp & scallop pot pie, & the crab cakes were all delicious!

Song C.Song Choe: Such great selection of food, from a sushi chef who provided made to order rolls and sashimi to a beautiful carving station with 4 different kinds of meat. Also a very friendly staff!!

Todd S.Todd S: The #LeFontainbleau provided an absolutely #WONDERFUL #brunch, from the service to the spread of food.

Cafe 21 Gaslamp is one of The 15 Best Places for Monte Cristo Sandwiches in San Diego.

8. Cafe 21 Gaslamp

7.8
802 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA
Café · Gaslamp · 224 tips and reviews

Will C.Will Curran: The monte cristo was by far the best I've ever had and it was huge. Get it with a side of prosciutto and put it on the sandwich. Also, Jason was awesome.

Anna C.Anna C: The flatiron steak flatbread was great. The veggie and rice cakes for breakfast were great. I hope they move to Chicago. (I can dream!)

Lauren C.Lauren Carlson: Eat here! Delicious food and drinks. They make alot from scratch. Good wait staff as well! A must for breakfast in Gaslamp!

Broken Yolk Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Monte Cristo Sandwiches in San Diego.

9. Broken Yolk Cafe

7.4
355 Sixth Avenue (btwn J & K St), San Diego, CA
Breakfast Spot · East Village · 124 tips and reviews

Peter K.Peter Klomp: the Monte cristo is amazing

David C.David Calderon: The benedicts are creative and just as delicious! You have to get the banana nutella crepe though!

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: On Man v Food, Adam Richman takes on the Broken Yolk Special, a 6-lb. breakfast served on a 15-inch pizza pan - a 12-egg omelet with chili plus a mountain of home fries and 2 biscuits.

The Cheesecake Factory is one of The 15 Best Places for Monte Cristo Sandwiches in San Diego.

10. The Cheesecake Factory

8.4
789 W Harbor Dr Ste 132, San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · Marina · 65 tips and reviews

Camilo G.Camilo Gallo-Higgins: Love this downtown location, the food and service are great. Try the Steak Medallions.

Wanda J.Wanda Jones: Service is great. Large portions.

KyleKyle: The service is good, and they validate parking if you ask.

Carnivore Sandwich is one of The 15 Best Places for Monte Cristo Sandwiches in San Diego.

11. Carnivore Sandwich

7.4
670 W B St (at Kettner Blvd), San Diego, CA
Sandwich Spot · Central San Diego · 2 tips and reviews

Ben Z.Ben Z 🍣 🍺: Carnivore has replaced Nosh Deli in Little Italy with a nearly identical menu at the same location. Their sandwiches are extremely large - a half is plenty for lunch for most people.

Peter N.Peter N: The pastrami and cheesesteak sandwiches are really tasty, but not worth the 40 minute wait. May not be the best place to go if you’re in a rush

The Cheesecake Factory is one of The 15 Best Places for Monte Cristo Sandwiches in San Diego.

12. The Cheesecake Factory

8.8
7067 Friars Rd First Level (at W Fashion Valley), San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · 140 tips and reviews

Chris T.Chris Thompson: Crusted Chicken Romano, Cuban Sandwich, French Toast, it's all great :)

Russell C.Russell C: Is a 45 minute wait worth it for this place? Be prepared to wait!

delindadelinda: Lovely place, but crowded. Especially sundays and evenings. Good food, lots of choices and the staff is very service minded

Snooze, an A.M. Eatery is one of The 15 Best Places for Monte Cristo Sandwiches in San Diego.

13. Snooze, an A.M. Eatery

8.9
3940 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA
Breakfast Spot · Hillcrest · 252 tips and reviews

Marisa M.Marisa Moran: Bloody Mary's are good add the pickle juice to the spicy one. Yummmm all food is great! Take advantage of half orders especially if you can't make up your mind between dishes

Nora ..Nora .: It's normal to wait more than an hr BUT IT'S WORTH IT ... U guys should try the sandwich i am and OMG french toast *_*

Moaath A.Moaath Alangari: 45 minutes to an hour waiting .. But it's worth it!! Free coffee while waiting

Cusp Dining & Drinks is one of The 15 Best Places for Monte Cristo Sandwiches in San Diego.

14. Cusp Dining & Drinks

7.2
7955 La Jolla Shores Dr, La Jolla, CA
Mediterranean Restaurant · La Jolla Shores · 17 tips and reviews

Lynn P.Lynn Pina: The Dutch Chateau is one of the best drinks I've ever had! Very creative, it smells amazing and tastes even better.

Armi L.Armi L.: The crispy pork belly with honey sriracha glaze was tasty and cooked perfectly.

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