We’re open for Breakfast and Lunchindoor and outdoordining,
plus take-out orders via direct pickup, DoorDash, Grubhub or Ubereats!

Forover 40 yearswe’ve been proud to be your Southern California home of quality, value and comfort in eating.
And we’re dog-friendly!

The Potato Shack Cafe – Serving breakfast and lunch since 1983
120 West “I” Street, Encinitas, CA 92024
760-436-1282

Open seven days a week – 7:00am to 2:00pm


At The Potato Shack you can split ANY order at no charge!
Breakfast potatoes are ALL YOU CAN EAT! Just ask for seconds!
We offer gluten-free bread and pancakes!
Take home our 16 oz. Signature Salsa – $6!

We don’t accept credit cards, but we do accept Venmo, and an ATM is located inside the restaurant to serve your cash needs.

Eggs, steaks and hamburgers are cooked to order.
NOTICE: Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs,
may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.