The 10 Best Bacon Dish Roundup in La Jolla
Bacon fans take notice! We’ve rounded up our 10 favorite bacon dishes in La Jolla. Whether you’re looking for the best breakfast or a surprising salad, you’ll find something to love.
Breakfasts
The Full Irish Breakfast at Sugar and Scribe has two eggs, Irish bacon, black pudding, white pudding, Irish sausage, roasted tomatoes, sautéed mushrooms, Heinz beans, roasted potatoes, and levain for a hearty meal that will satisfy any breakfast or bacon lover. $16.00
If you’re in a breakfast mood, try The B.W. Bennyat Harry’s Coffee Shop. It’s a waffle with bacon batter, topped with grilled ham, bacon, poached egg, hollandaise (syrup your choice). Where does the name come from? Bacon Waffle eggs Benedict. $11.25
Sides
The “Dave” fries at The Public House La Jolla are fresh and crispy fries topped with blue cheese crumbles, bacon and special Public House sauce. Goes great on their own or with any of The Public House’s famous burgers (which you can also add bacon to) and brews! $9.00
Bacon-wrapped dates at Prepkitchen La Jolla is one of the most popular dishes there! Bacon-wrapped dates are combined with blue cheese and arugula. Look for it under starters on dinner menu for an incredible appetizer. $9.75
Veggies
Give the Bacon brussels sprouts at La Jolla Brewing Company a shot. Known for their local brews named after La Jolla landmarks, La Jolla Brewing Company also serves up a nice set of pan-seared brussels sprouts with bacon, cherry tomato, balsamic glaze and Parmesan cheese. Who says beer tastings can’t be good for you? $11.00
The Spinach Salad at The Cottage is tossed with warm bacon vinaigrette, tomatoes, red onions, crumbled blue cheese, and avocado for an antioxidant-rich and tasty salad. Catch it at lunch or dinner for a salad you won’t forget! $12.00
Savory
If you’re in the mood for a savory, smoky treat, try the Bacon-Wrapped BBQ Shrimp Po’ Boy at The Promiscuous Fork. This sandwich hosts 5 Shrimp with Baconnaise, white cheddar and shredded lettuce on an amoroso roll. If you just can’t get enough, there’s also the BBBLT sandwich with triple bacon and Baconnaise for the true bacon fan. $11.50 and $10.00
The June Gloom Burger at The Promiscuous Fork has jalapeño, smoked bacon, cream cheese, mayo, lettuce and tomato atop a perfectly grilled patty. Get ready for a savory, smoky, creamy burger. $12.00
The Bacon-wrapped Scallops at Donovan’s Steak House, popular with locals, are accented by a refreshing fennel compote to kick your meal off. $19.00
And lastly, vegans or health-conscious diners, don’t fear: If you’re still on the lookout for bacon, Trilogy Sanctuary Vegan Cafe incorporates an eggplant bacon alternative into their BLTrilogy crepe and Greek Goddess salad. $13.50 and $12.50
Images used from La Jolla Brewing Company (lajollabeer.com), Harry’s Coffee Shop (harryscoffeeshop.com), and The Promiscuous Fork (thepromiscuousfork.com)
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