Upon my return from the Windy City, I crave a fresh, healthy breakfast in my neighborhood. The Outerlands features American fare that utilizes local sustainable resources. It’s my go-to breakfast when I treat myself during the week. They do offer weekend brunch, but be prepared to wait in line. I prefer the more quiet and laid back weekday excursion.

I always order the same thing. It’s a problem. I want to explore more of their delicious dishes, but I’m hooked on the Cornbread Benedict. It’s breakfast heaven.

The Cornbread Benedict consists of a fried egg, avocado, cotija cheese, rajas cream sauce, and cilantro. This is all served atop their homemade cornbread. I splurge and add bacon to my dish this morning, but it’s mouth-watering without the bacon as well. The cornbread is sweet and salty and the sauce with the poblano peppers offers a little heat. I enjoy a mug of their hot ginger lemon apple cider. Made in-house, this beverage cures all. It’s magic served hot or iced.

After breakfast, I really feel like I’m back home in the city by the bay or in this case, it’s closer to Ocean Beach.