Gather for fresh and tasty breakfast and lunch fare artfully presented at this urban bistro with three locations in San Diego. The original in Mission Beach has been a local favorite since 1997, with the two others also thriving in North Park and East Village. The menu includes everything from classic pancakes and sandwiches to modern Chino-Latino cuisine. Fluffy flapjacks range from buttermilk to strawberry banana and a zesty lemon curd. Not to be missed is the restaurant’s bestseller, the golden-brown French toast, produced from bread baked daily at The Mission’s North Park venue. Lunchtime at The Mission also features many delicious options, such as the Chicken Pesto Sandwich, Mission Turkey Club, Mission Chicken Salad, House Quesadilla or Tortilla Soup. Visit any of these vibrant neighborhood cafes — look for the signature black and gold sign — from 7 a.m.-2 p.m. daily. The Mission