Blue Whale's beachy La Jolla brunch: Burritos, horchata waffles and ube pancakes

What we ordered: Breakfast. The best bite was the chicken and waffles — a gluten-free horchata waffle topped with crispy buttermilk chicken tenders and a Fresno chili pepper agave glaze. It's $18 and worth it.

• The Big Wave Burrito was flavorful and filling. ($15)
• We couldn't pass up the ube pancakes, which made a sweet, coconutty, shareable plate. ($16)
• The Morning Sando is a classic on sourdough that's bigger than most breakfast sandwiches. ($15)

Of note: There are vegan options.

Pro tip: It's an order-at-the-counter-then-find-your-seat system. There can be a line out the door, but drinks and food arrive pretty quickly.