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Mad Munch is a popular pop-up sandwich shop, breakfast and brunch restaurant, as well as comfort food restaurant located in Sunny San Diego. They offer weekly specials that can be found on their social media pages and also cater for events. Their specialty is Grilled Cheezers and they are located on Newport Avenue in Ocean Beach.

Recent social media posts

11/09/2026

Eatin’ GOOD for a GOOD cause 🧡

Those craving Thanksgiving flavors this November, check out our list of the best Thanksgiving-style sandwiches available all around San Diego.

11/03/2026

Grab a Signature

Dill Griffith ( #3)

Dill Pickles, Grilled Onions, In-House Sliced Pepper Jack, Cheddar & Monterey Jack Cheeses on Local Sourdough.

Pickles on a traditional grilled cheese? Oh, yeah.

Or Stack Things Up With a

Zach Daddy ( #9)

French Onion Roast Beef with In-House Sliced Hard Salami, Pepperoncini Peppers, Melted Pepper Jack, Monterey Jack & Cheddar.

A Savory & Spicy Melt that'll brighten up anyone's day.

Or Get Up, Stand Up for a

Breakfast Cheezer, like the
Hashy Larry ( #12)

Crispy Hash Browns & Scrambled Eggs slathered in Kate's Housemade Slapstick Sauce with Melted Cheddar & Monterey Jack Cheeses [Pictured with Sausage added].

Roll the Dice on this Classic & You won't be sorry!

TRIVIA TUESDAY

Since moving into the shop in 2019, what Readers Choice CATEGORY in the Peninsula Beacon has Mad Munch been voted GOLD the most?

A) AMERICAN
B) TAKEOUT
C) GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH
D) LUNCH
E) BEST VIEW

Scroll Down for This Week's Answer

REAL MENU GENIUS OF THE WEEK

Don't forget the dessert to really make your meal count,

ANOTHER GREAT CUSTOMER QUOTE

Thank you AdZealousideal6180, for your great comment on the Reddit app.

We couldn't agree with you more!

This Week's Trivia Answer is
C) GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICH

Mad Munch has won gold a total of seven times.

Promo Code is "GRILLEDCHEESE"

Use this Promo Code when Ordering Online or In-Shop to Get $2 OFF ANY Order Over $10!

Click here for an update from Mad Munch Grilled Cheezer Co.!

11/02/2026

🍂November’s finest 🍂
HUNGARIAN MUSHROOM SOIP IS BACK. I REPEAT, HUNGARIAN MUSHROOM SOUP IS BACK.
“Hokie Dokie” - Deli sliced Turkey, Stuffing, Cranberries, Fried Taters, Provolone, Cheddar & Monterey Jack on Sourdough
🦃 ❤️ 15.02% of its sales will go to the non-profit Coast2Coast ❤️ 🦃

10/27/2026

At Mad Munch, We Let Our Cheezers Do the Talking.

Try Our Fan Favorite

#15 Pump Up the Jam

Raspberry Jam paired with Creamy Goat Cheese Crumbles & Plenty of Melted Mozzarella & Colby Jack on Our Local Sourdough Bread.

Sounds kind of weird, but it's a Cheezer that really slaps!

TRIVIA TUESDAY

Which American magician has a special tie to Halloween?

A) DAVID BLAINE
B) HARRY HOUDINI
C) CRISS ANGEL
D) DAVID COPPERFIELD
E) LANCE BURTON

Scroll down below for the answer.

ANOTHER FAVORITE CUSTOMER REVIEW

Thank you Bri, for such a great detailed review!

REAL MENU GENIUS

Kaiden takes his #5 Jimmy Pesto very seriously.

So, serious in fact, that he's found ways to make a great sandwich even better.

TRIVIA ANSWER: B) HARRY HOUDINI

THIS WEEK'S PROMO CODE IS "HOUDINI"

Harry Houdini passed away on Halloween, October 31, 1926...at age 52. This Saturday marks the 100th anniversary of his death.

Use the Promo Code to Get $2 Off Any Purchase Over $10 Online or In-Store through 11/3/26.

Click here for an update from Mad Munch Grilled Cheezer Co.!

10/23/2026

Zach’s holding down our 10th YEAR on the 10th TEE ⛳️
Thank you Dynalectric for having us for a DECADE at your annual charity golf event.
Shop open 8-8 with Kate 👋

10/21/2026

It takes two to make a thing go right.
It takes two to make it outta sight.
We might be the only 2 person business in OB but we dished out 500 samples for last night’s Restaurant Walk. Great work Babe!

10/20/2026

Tonight’s the night!
With 600 tickets sold it’s going to be one heck of a night. Us local businesses donate 100% of the samples so that 100% of the ticket sales go back into our community. Huge shout out to Ocean Beach Community Foundation & Ocean Beach MainStreet Association for putting together events like this that make OB truly one of a kind ✌️

10/20/2026

We Only Look Expensive.

And- Tonight Only, from 5-9pm, We'll Be Giving Out FREE Samples of Some of Your Favorite Fried Sides!

That's Right: We're Giving Away One Free Cheeseburger Egg Roll or One Sampling of Our Famous Sand Dollarz to Anyone With a Valid OB Restaurant Walk Ticket.

For a Donation of $45, You Get Access to Food & Drink Samples at Over 30 Ocean Beach Establishments (Not to mention, Free Rides on the Restaurant Walk Trolley).

It's a great deal that allows you to both eat your way through OB & help support local OBCF charitable programs!

REAL MENU GENIUS OF THE WEEK

Whenever You're Feeling a Breakfast Cheezer,

We Got You.

When You Wanna Put Your Own Stamp On One of Our Classics,
No Problemo.

Save Time. Order Online & Munch On, Your Way,
Anytime of Day!

OUR FAVORITE QUOTE OF THE WEEK

This week's quote is a laugher that we heard about from a friend on the Reddit app:

If you go on the Reddit app & search, "Mad Munch San Diego," these & other comments pop up.

And, thank you, _unholyroller_ for telling us what you really think!

TRIVIA TUESDAY

What non-profit organization is responsible for putting on the OB Restaurant Walk, as well as all of the major annual Ocean Beach community events, dating back to 1978?

A) OB MAIN STREET ASSOCIATION

B) OB TOWN COUNCIL
C) OB COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
D) SAN DIEGO HUMANE SOCIETY

Scroll down for the answer.

INSIDE SCOOP

This Friday, Kate will be manning the shop while Zach takes the griddle on the road to serve Cheezers to Dynaelectric workers & customers at the annual Hackmaster Golf Tournament at Carlton Oaks in Santee.

This will be Mad Munch's 10th appearance setting up at the tournament!

This Week's Trivia Answer:

A) OB MAIN STREET ASSOCIATION

The Ocean Beach Main Street Association & it's fleet of volunteers dedicate countless hours behind the scenes to put on such beloved yearly events as the OB Street Fair & Chili Cookoff, OB Oktoberfest, & the OB Holiday Parade (just to name a few).

PROMO CODE is "THEOBMA"

Use the Promo Code now through October 27th, to Claim Your $2 OFF ANY Mad Munch Purchase Over $10.

Click here for an update from Mad Munch Grilled Cheezer Co.!

10/18/2026

Thanks to all who participated in our September’s Cheezer in honor of Dolly Parton ⭐️
9.25% of it’s sales went towards her Imagination Library. (Now available in San Diego!!!) Providing FREE books for kids before entering into school. She’s a Peach, a Legend, & We were lucky to have her ❤️

10/15/2026

Welcome to the wall y’all 🖼️
Buy 10 get one free with a side of FAME.

10/14/2026

“I just saw the name Mad Munch and thought it was a biker le***an bar.”
https://www.reddit.com/r/SanDiegan/s/7FNCr7I96V

Address

4871B Newport Avenue
San Diego, CA
92107

For the sandwich shop and breakfast & brunch restaurant located on Newport Avenue in San Diego, there are several options for public transport. You can take the bus or trolley and stop at the Newport Avenue station, which is a short walk from the restaurant. Alternatively, you can take a taxi or rideshare service to drop you off directly in front of the restaurant.

If you prefer to drive, there are parking options available near the restaurant. There is a public parking lot located on Newport Avenue where you can park your car for a fee. Additionally, there may be street parking available nearby, but make sure to check for any posted signs indicating parking restrictions.

Website

http://www.madmunchcheezers.com/

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What people say

Mad Munch is a must-visit sandwich shop, breakfast & brunch restaurant, and comfort food restaurant located in the heart of Ocean Beach on Newport Avenue. This pop-up vendor offers a weekly listing of their delicious menu items on their social media pages. Their grilled cheezers are a fan favorite and are sure to satisfy any craving for comfort food. Mad Munch also offers catering services for your next event. The community spirit of Mad Munch is evident through their support of local businesses and charitable causes, such as the recent benefit concert to help raise money for Christina's sister battling stage 4 cancer. Don't miss out on the chance to try their mouth-watering dishes and experience the welcoming atmosphere at Mad Munch.