Today we’d like to introduce you to Adir Saati.
Hi Adir, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
The Egg Cart started from a simple obsession: breakfast sandwiches. Wherever I travel, I have to find the best one in town — it’s my favorite meal of the day and a feeling that traces back to childhood. I remember sitting on my dad’s porch, eating the breakfast sandwiches he made for me on an English muffin — simple, perfect, and full of comfort. That memory stuck. When I moved to San Diego, I spent years searching for that same experience, especially the classic NYC bodega-style egg sandwich on a kaiser roll — hearty, messy, and unapologetically satisfying. I couldn’t find it. So, with encouragement from friends and family, I brought the idea to a local pickleball tournament. People came back for seconds. I started hearing, “This is the best breakfast sandwich I’ve ever had.” That’s when I realized this wasn’t just a personal craving — it was a business worth building.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
For the most part, yes, its been mostly smooth. But I’ll admit, the admin and business side definitely challenged me. I created this whole thing backwards: passion first, business second. Making incredible breakfast sandwiches came naturally; that part has always been pure joy. But learning how to handle permits, licensing, finances, equipment, inventory, scheduling, and everything else that comes with running a business? That took time. I had to build systems as I went, and there were moments where I felt in over my head. But every challenge reaffirmed that I was on the right path. The demand was clear, and the passion never faded — I just had to grow into the entrepreneur behind the idea.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I’ve always been wired to build things that don’t exist yet. Before The Egg Cart, I spent about seven years running a small private personal training business where I specialized in a program for active older adults — people 60+ who still wanted to compete, move well, and keep playing the sports they love. That work was incredibly meaningful and taught me a lot about patience, consistency, and the power of showing up. I still train a small handful of clients today — more selectively — because I love helping people move better and stay active.
Outside of work, movement is just part of who I am. When I’m not cooking or planning the next pop-up, you’ll probably find me on a pickleball court, rock climbing, snowboarding, or collaborating with friends on some creative project. I thrive in environments where ideas can grow, and I love taking unconventional or “wacky” concepts and making them real — like turning my love for breakfast sandwiches into a pop-up that now has its own following.
What I’m most proud of is that The Egg Cart was built on passion and community. People don’t just show up for food — they show up for the energy, the humor, the connection. What sets me apart is that I don’t look at this as just selling sandwiches — I’m creating moments. I want every interaction to feel like joy, belonging, and, “Holy sh*t… this is amazing.”
If we knew you growing up, how would we have described you?
I grew up in a bagel shop — literally. My parents owned one in Upstate New York, and it eventually turned into a full family business. Some of my earliest memories are being in the back of the shop, standing on a milk crate so I could reach the prep table, helping make bagels next to my dad. I watched him take that small shop and expand it into catering and fine dining. Being exposed to that world so young — the hustle, the creativity, the chaos of food service — it’s in my blood.
As a kid, I had endless energy. If there was a sport, I wanted to play it — baseball, basketball, and eventually competitive ultimate frisbee. I loved learning new skills and getting better at them, pushing myself and finding something to pour my energy into. Even with all the sports, I was always drawn back to food — the smell of fresh bagels, the rhythm of the kitchen, the feeling of creating something people loved. Looking back, it makes perfect sense that I ended up building something of my own in food. It feels like coming full circle.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://TheEggCart.Com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeggcartsd/
Image Credits
Lindsey Badder to name in the one standing in Purple Apron with me, Shes my main employee
