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Explore the Union Kitchen and Tap Gaslamp menu featuring fresh salads, creative flatbreads, and brunch beverages. Enjoy vibrant American dishes in the heart of San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter at 333 Fifth Ave.
Union Kitchen and Tap Gaslamp delivers a robust American dining experience nestled in the heart of San Diego. Their menu shines with inventive flatbreads, such as the Breakfast Bechamel—a perfect blend of mozzarella, andouille, bacon, roasted tomato, and sunny farm eggs drizzled with maple syrup. The Prosciutto Sunny Farm Egg flatbread, crowned with burrata and shaved parmesan, offers a fresh, delicate balance. For savor lovers, the BBQ Chicken flatbread features smoky chicken, Union BBQ sauce, and crisp bacon, while the Honey Roasted Fig flatbread brings a sweet-savory twist with goat cheese and balsamic glaze.
Complementing these are rich sides like the creamy Bacon Mac & Cheese and the vibrant Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Sweet Potato, glazed with sriracha maple and dotted with pomegranate. The menu’s depth encourages sharing, highlighted by hearty options like Bourbon Glazed Apricots & Haricot Vert and the indulgent Pimento Cheese Potato Gratin. With strong flavors and an inviting vibe, this is a prime spot for special occasions and lively gatherings.
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Broccolini, spinach, scallions, asparagus, avocado, goat cheese, basil pesto, cilantro, breakfast potatoes
Grilled French sourdough, smashed avocado, cherry tomatoes, pickled onions, poached eggs, garlic chips, “everything spice”
Bacon, cheddar & scallion cornbread waffle, buttermilk fried chicken, sunny farm egg, Sriracha-maple glaze
Two farm eggs any style, breakfast potatoes, toasted country levain, cherrywood smoked bacon or grilled andouille sausage
Grilled andouille, poached eggs, roasted okra, mustard-bacon hollandaise
7oz flat iron, two eggs any style, mustard-bacon hollandaise, herb salad, breakfast potatoes
Beer braised short rib, scrambled eggs, cotija cheese, avocado, french fries, chipotle cream
House chips, tomatillo salsa, cotija cheese, two over easy eggs,pickled onion, chipotle cream, micro cilantro
Blue lump crab cake, toasted sourdough, avocado mash, poached
Jalapeño cornbread, spicy okra stufato, 2 baked eggs, chives
Peanut butter & banana mousse, raspberry coulis, fresh berries, brûléed banana, and Cinnamon Toast Crunch Crumble
Served with house ranch & celery Buffalo | Union BBQ | Sriracha Maple Glaze
Jalapeño, aged white cheddar, burnt honey & maple butter, chives
Crispy egg, Laura Chenel goat cheese, spiced pecan, cucumber, heirloom cherry tomato, sherry shallot vinaigrette
Green kale, romaine, rum raisins, toasted almonds, parmesan
Red & green baby romaine, spiced croutons, chili oil drizzle, shaved parmesan, fried capers, chives, House Caesar dressing
Romaine, bacon, tomatoes, cucumbers, avocado, blue cheese crumbles, boiled egg, grilled chicken tossed
Baby arugula, julienned red onions, candied walnut, goat cheese, champagne vinaigrette
Chopped spinach, farro, apple cider marinated golden beets, spicy pepitas, pimento peppers, fried capers
Grilled Chicken, quinoa mint pilaf, rocket arugula, roasted sweet potato, harissa aioli, roasted mushrooms, crsipy garbonzos, pickled red onions, lemon vinaigrette
Aged white cheddar, cherrywood smoked bacon, iceberg lettuce, Union Burger Sauce, house pickles, brioche bun
Buttermilk fried chicken, Nashville hot sauce, baby kale slaw, house pickles, garlic aioli, brioche bun
Country levain, cherrywood smoked bacon, garlic aioli, smashed avocado, roma tomato, iceberg lettuce
Andouille, roasted tomato, aged white cheddar Anson Mills grits, chives
Andouille, smoked chicken, okra, jasmine rice, scallions
Black bean & quinoa Impossible patty, roasted garlic hummus, roasted mushrooms, avocado, arugula, pretzel bun
Fresh basil pesto, roasted tomatoes, broccolini, goat cheese, spiced pepitas and chili oil
Bechamel, mozzarella, andouille, bacon, roasted tomato, sunny farm eggs, chives, maple syrup
Sunny farm egg, burrata, arugula, shaved parmesan, EVOO
Union BBQ sauce, red onion, bacon, smoked chicken, mozzarella, cilantro
Black mission figs, creme fraiche, goat cheese, caramelized onions, balsamic glaze, fried sage and maldon salt
Bechamel, fried sage, garlic chips, mozzarella, arugula, truffle salt, EVOO
Fresh rigatoni, NY cheddar, bacon
spiced pecans, sriracha maple glaze, fresh pomegranate
French green beans, chopped bacon, garlic chips, shallots
Yukon gold potatoes, pimiento peppers, mozzarella, bechamel, panko crust
Buttermilk marinade, Creole mustard remoulade
Onions, garlic, thyme, brown butter
Rosemary chili salt
Served with Union BBQ sauce
Black truffle aioli, truffle oil, truffle salt, parsley, shaved parmesan
Tecate Alta, Clamato, Lime, Worcestershire, Tajin
Sundays Only. 90 minute max, with entree purchase
Union Kitchen & Tap has a lot going for it—strong flavors, good service, and an atmosphere that’s absolutely a vibe. The gumbo was the headline for me: rich, comforting, and clearly made with intention. Overall, the food landed well, and even the cornbread was close to being a win… but that’s also where the experience took a hit. The corn baked into the cornbread was unusually hard—so hard it felt like older corn was used instead of fresh. It distracted from what should’ve been a simple, satisfying side and honestly pulled focus from an otherwise excellent meal. That said, the staff was friendly and on point, and the space feels like the kind of place you actually want to hang out in—not just eat and leave. Big potential here. If the kitchen tightens up consistency on details like that cornbread, this becomes an easy repeat spot.
Opening hours, the full address and the best way to get there are all on the restaurant page. Booking policies differ from place to place — so call ahead, or simply walk in.