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I was very pleasantly surprised with the desserts here. I didn't think I would like it, truthfully! The teeny cakes, pistachio macarons, and mousses were all very scrumptious. They're a little on the pricey side, but seriously, most independent baked goods usually are (and I'll pay the extra $$ if it means not eating a stale muffin from Starbucks). I haven't tried the coffee nor the entrees, but I'll make note of that the next time I go there. :) Seating is very limited. But you can take you food out to go! read more

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Who would've guessed that a Cuban patisserie would be so good?? I really wanted to come here for one of my Birthday lunches because I saw photos of their desserts lol. I had the Cuban pressed sandwich with plantain chips. That was really good and filling. The chips were ok though. I also tried their Cuban root beer- for some reason it tasted like alcohol lol...For dessert, I was able to choose two things- so i got the divina and mojito cookie. I had no idea what the cookie would taste like- nothing like the drink...but really tasty. We had to wait for them to bake some more since they ran out of them. It was definitely worth it! On our way out, we saw one of the girls decorating a cake. It was so pretty! Can't wait to come back and try their other baked goodies! read more

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Janini D.

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11 years ago

Delicious Cuban patisserie. Pros: Their food is consistent, high quality, delicious, unique and memorable. Usually pretty easy to get a parking spot. And their hit sauce is my favorite in the county; try it with the cheese roll. Cons: Service could be a bit faster. Sometimes I'll wait five minutes sometimes twenty five to order my food. Coffee is a too powerful for my personal liking. read more

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Yummy meal for the kiddo - Grilled Cheese, cookie, and milk. Beautiful bread, pastry, and dessert options offered, but nothing gluten free or vegan when I popped in read more

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Karma R.

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8 years ago

Cutest dessert shop around! I split one of the leche cakes with my mom and we fell in love with it's richness and flavor! You can definitely tell that these desserts are made with love. The shop not only sold delicious desserts, but also offered teas, coffee, and sandwiches. The decor was lovely and the service was outstanding. 10/10 recommend read more

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I've been here a few times. I love the options. Every staff member is good at knowing ingredients and check for everything in case of allergens. They have everything for every taste bud. My favorite was the carrot cake with no nuts! They have some good cheese pastries but get there early bc they sell out sometimes. Parking isn't great and they take their time with each customer so it tends to take a while for them to get to you by still a good place to try :) read more

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Cute pastries, tasty scones, and yummy sandwiches! I got the omelet sandwich and it was delicious! The sandwiches definitely taste different than what you may be used to because, of course, it is Cuban. Their flavors are authentic. Try them if you're open to trying new foods! Scones were about $2-$3 and the sandwiches were about $8-$9. read more

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4 years ago

I highly recommend stopping in this place is very cozy and it has such pretty treats.

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6 years ago

We've been coming to Azuki for the past 8 years and still enjoying it from the comfortable of our rooftop! Nigiri Plate is a great option which includes Chef's Choice if premium nigiri , spicy tuna or salmon roll and miso soup. Our favorite specialty rolls are R U Kidding Me, Stardust and By the Border. Of course, you must finish this amazing feast with some O-Toro sashimi which melts like buttah!! read more

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Michael K.

5 years ago

I've been going here for several years. Thet have an incredible selection of Cuban style pastries. Everything is fresh and I'm always wanting more. My personal favorite is the guava pastry. Yummy! read more

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Delicious and convenient alternative to Porto's Bakery in LA. There's no having to drive 2hrs or wait in long lines (though I did visit on a Sunday morning) for some good ol' Cuban pastries! The mojito cookies are just as good as they sound, perhaps even better because they are super soft and packed with mojito flavored goodness. I also tried the donut muffin (HOLY YES this hybrid exists) and coconut blueberry scone; both delicious and highly recommended. read more

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Sherry B.

8 years ago

OMG Wonderful is all I can say. The cake is not only beautiful, it tastes amazing! We ordered a beautiful chocolate cake with coconut cream cheese filling and frosting. Will never buy a cake from anywhere else again! read more

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Gabriela G.

5 years ago

Guava pastel.... Just try it, I think only these 2 words should be enough to convince you, but add "warm" adjetivos and here you go. Worth the visit and the hard time to find a spot to park. read more

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4820 Newport Ave
Ocean Beach, CA 92107
Ocean Beach, Point Loma
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(619) 523-2020
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http://www.iloveazucar.com

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Hours

What time does Azucar open?

Azucar opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Azucar opens at 8:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Azucar close?

Azucar closes at 4:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 7:00 AM - 4:00 PMSat-Sun 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Azucar take credit cards?

Yes, Azucar takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Azucar have catering options?

Yes, Azucar does have catering options.

Indoor Amenities

Does Azucar allow dogs?

Yes, Azucar allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Azucar have bike parking?

Yes, Azucar has bike parking.

Does Azucar have outdoor seating?

Yes, Azucar has outdoor seating options.

Does Azucar have parking?

Yes, Azucar has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Does Azucar have free WiFi?

Yes, Azucar has free WiFi.

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History

Established in 2008.

AZÚCAR IS BORN! Continuing to make wedding cakes and desserts from home, Vivian decided to make this a full-time career. She felt San Diego needed a more tropical style of dessert. So, Vivian decided to combine her European training and Cuban roots to create Azúcar. Azúcar means sugar in Spanish and it is what gives life to Vivian's creations! Azúcar specializes in hand-decorated sweet works of art including cakes, cupcakes, cookies and desserts. Azúcar offers some specialty Cuban items such as croquetas, pastelitos, and of course Cuban sandwiches. Each one of a kind item is hand-made with only the finest ingredients.

Meet the Business Owner: Vivian .

Azúcar is the fulfillment of a life-long dream for Vivian Hernandez-Jackson. Vivian has combined her classical French training with her Cuban roots to develop a unnique product line of cakes and pastries that combines traditional favorites with new flavors and designs. Born and raised in Miami to Cuban parents, Vivian Hernandez has been baking since the age of seven. Dessert was always a huge part of growing up and every meal was followed by something sweet. Being one of five children, Vivian had plenty of taste testers. Years later, Chef Vivian brings sweets into the homes of all her customers.

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Do they offer any Gluten Free pastries?

I believe they have at least a gf scone and maybe cookie? I remember they had a few options.

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Do they make sugar free cakes?

Any dairy free options?

Drinks yes !

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Are they better than Portos?

Are WHAT better than Portos, which I know well? I would give the highest scores to Portos for virtually anything, with the added bonus that Portos' pricing is much more advantageous and are probably 50% less at Porto's. The guava/cheese pastries…

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Vanessa V.

14 years ago

I don't even know where to begin with this. I looove Azucar! I found out about this awesome place when someone told me that I absolutely HAVE to try their meat pies. So I went to Azucar and fell in love with the place. The meat pies are delicious, but even better are the guava and cheese pastries. One bite and you're hooked. The pastry itself is crispy and flaky. The filling... wow. Normally you wouldn't think of guava and cheese going well together, but it works!! Last week I went to Azucar for lunch and, again, it was AWESOME!! I had the Cuban in Paris sandwich (brie, ginger sauce and pears... odd combination, I know, but it's absolutely delicious) and my sister had the Havana (turkey and guava paste) and we split them so we had half and half. With the sandwich you get your choice of a salad with citrus vinaigrette or fried plantain chips with a mojo sauce. Both the salad and the plantain chips are wonderful! The lunch was so good, I'm planning on going back this week! And now for the best thing ever.... their cakes. The cakes on the display are great, even though I haven't tasted them all yet (ok, so I've only tried like 1 or 2 from the display, but I plan on tasting more!) But what is really amazing are the cakes you have to order. My birthday was in May and for some reason I was checking out Azucar's website and saw that they sell birthday cakes, so I chose one of those for my birthday. I chose the vanilla cake with passionfruit and raspberry filling. WOW!! That is the best cake I have ever tasted.... EVER!! The cake itself is delicious, but the frosting... it's sooo good. It's a vanilla frosting and you can see all the little specks of vanilla bean. It's sweet and yummy, but it's not too sweet because you get the tangyness of the passionfruit and raspberry filling so it's a great combo. And it's decorated with pretty chunks of white chocolate on the top and sides of the cake!! It just doesn't get any better than this cake. So if you love delicious food, awesome pastries and a great location (come on, it's near the beach!), you just HAVE to try the food at Azucar!! read more

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Azúcar Cuban Café is an absolute gem for Cuban cuisine lovers! From the moment you step in, you're greeted with a warm and inviting atmosphere that feels like a little slice of Havana. We tried the mango cheesecake, cheese roll, coconut almond Florentine, dulce de leche macchiato, and the Café Cubano double shot. It was an amazing dessert treat! Every item was bursting with flavor--the mango cheesecake was creamy and refreshing, the cheese roll had the perfect balance of sweetness, and the coconut almond Florentine was crispy and nutty. Paired with the bold, rich flavors of the Cubano coffee, it was an incredible experience. This café is the perfect place to hang out on a weekend afternoon to chill, relax, and enjoy the Ocean Beach vibe. Whether you're indulging in their desserts or savoring their Cuban classics, the atmosphere and flavors create the ultimate escape. If you're looking for authentic Cuban flavors and a cozy spot to unwind, Azúcar Cuban Café won't disappoint. Highly recommended! read more

Suzie Q.

18 years ago

I stopped by with my boyfriend the other week after hearing wonderful things about this place. I had the passionfruit tart, the mojito cookie and the biscocho. The passionfruit tart was OKAY...the crust was a big sweet for my taste. when you bite into the crust you get chunks of sugar. The passionfruit curd was good though. The mojito cookie is very clever, i found it different. I liked how the other crust was slightly crunchy with a soft and chewy inside. My boyfriend's favorite was the biscocho....that was also my favorite. The coconut shortbread with dulce de leche was yummy! It wasn't too sweet...just perfect. I will definately be going back to try more of there sweet treats! I only knocked off a star because the crust of the passionfruit tart was sickenly sweet. read more

Marcela D.

14 years ago

Man, this place is delicious! If you like sweets like me, this is heaven. Their cakes are beyond good, and so different from the generic cakes you can buy at stores everywhere. Their pastries are so tasty and sweet. The sandwiches are different and awesome. I like the service as well. I hate talking over the phone but both times I've ordered cakes over the phone, the person has been super nice to talk to. I want to try every thing they have in their display case...hopefully I will. Nothing has been disapointing. Thank you Azucar, you satisfy my sweet tooth big time!! (Try the guava and cheese pastry, trust me) read more

MacKenzie C.

11 years ago

Triple espresso chocolate gluten free cookies!!!! They ran out today and usually run out. The cookies have a crispy crust soft and melt chocolate all around. Mmmmmmmmm!!! They have so much more but these are my favorite! Their desserts are pretty awesome and im usually greeted with a smile. I also recommend the tiramisu and meat pies. Its a cute spot to get some coffee and sit and chat. But ehhh no parking can be a big pain if u want to be quick. read more

Joel M.

4 years ago

When I first moved to San Diego my wife took me here for my birthday. I'm not much of a sweets guy but we needed up getting literally the birthday cake. After my first experience we came back and then ordered the cubano sandwich. Wow! Amazing. Every-time we have guest over we make it over there and and get the cubano then go to sunset cliffs to eat and enjoy the view. Highly recommend! read more

Amy H.

6 years ago

Not a lot of variety, but their pastries are fresh. Tried their passion fruit dessert and chocolate cake. Both were very yummy. Their coffee was a little bitter for me. I ordered a mocha. That's my usual drink at a new place. They close at 2 pm, which is a bummer. I'd like to come a little later, like after work. Staff is friendly. read more

Victor R.

1 year ago

I will never move out of San Diego because then I wouldn't be able to go here as much. I love all of their food. It is quality and made right! I love their guava and cheese pastries and really enjoy the Cuban meat pie things too. I got a graduation cake here a few years ago and it was the star of the night read more

Stephen B.

13 years ago

Whenever I'm in ocean beach, I simply have to stop here and pick up their mint mojito cookies. I have tried to replicate the recipe, but at 1.25 a piece it's definitely worth the stop. You won't regret it. They have other equally mouth watering desserts at very reasonable prices as well. Must go! read more

Suzanne U.

12 years ago

They used to have these absolutely devine bar cookies of several varieties that they seem to have discontinues, but the coffee drinks and goodies are still all kinds of awsome! The toffee chip cookies with sea salt on top are amazing. It sounds all kinds of wrong until you taste it read more

Sina L.

2 years ago

Walked in with my foster dog to order something and was told that no dogs are allowed. Okay, I just wanted to order something, but they said again that no dogs are allowed. What kind of shitty business practices did I stumble upon in OB?! Wow! read more

Katie B.

16 years ago

I went to visit my friend in OB the other day and we went here to get coffee and a scone. OMG, the best raspberry scone I have ever had. Soft and moist with the best tasting drizzle ever!! I will absolutely be making a trip Back here soon! read more

Annaleah B.

10 years ago

Omg! I cannot wait to back to this place. Stopped in for a coffee and picked up a scone to go with it. It was a champagne/peach scone. If I could marry it, I would!!!! The most amazing scone that I have ever tasted. I am dying for another! read more

Margo G.

4 years ago

Super rude.. Came in with my dog to get a dog treat for her birthday and they didn't even gave me a chance to ask anything , just kept repeating that they can't have a dogs inside !! You are in Ocean Beach ! Not coming back.. read more

Shelli H.

14 years ago

Oh i really like this place. I stopped to grab a coffee and I was really impressed wit the goodies they had in there. great sweets and the people were laid back and friendly. clean and hip joint in general read more

SolMaria S.

11 years ago

My favorite treat here are the guava and cheese pastries warmed up, but everything that they have is delicious. Good for wedding and birthday cakes, and for taking pastries to a house party or potluck. read more

Audrey T.

11 years ago

Your taste buds will thank you after a visit here! The service was great totally going back not the typical ocean beach place a bit nicer. Loved the giant pistachio macron. read more

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12 years ago

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Emily R.

4 years ago

Their coffee is amazing and the staff here is super kind! Definitely going to be a place I'll keep going to when visiting family down here.

Sharon L.

12 years ago

Walking by I discovered this bakery and I was amazing, the guava pastry is just mouth watering, can wait to go back for more sweet treats.

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3.8

(3.9k reviews)

This is a rare 5 star review from me! A local restaurant that is far enough away from the tourist…read moreareas or downtown that you want to go for a nice sit down without a long wait or huge menu. The most impressive thing is the works of art that are deserts in the showcase. Knowing that the draw is the sweets I was pleasantly surprised that they have food, beer and wine to set up a nice full meal. Our order was so complete that we had to take home th desert that we camefor in togo boxes. if you are a soup or tomato love I highly suggest getting there cup of tomatoes soup and salad. my eyes popped out of my head when they brought me salad that seemed big enough for two people. With a side of smoked salmon I couldn't fit everything in. My partner had a sandwich that was bigger than the size of her head and a crazy nice strawberry spritzer. The cheesecake smob that I am I took home something that I took a a chance on because I am trying not to be a creature of habits. A lemon strudel cheesecake out of the refrigerator the next day is probably better freshly made. When I go back I will defiantly make space for everything. This is a hidden gem that I hope stays local and a tour bus dosen't stop at the front door.

The desserts at both locations are indeed extraordinary. Every dessert is lush and decadent and…read moredefinitely a treat. This location is much smaller than the other and just as popular so it can feel hectic when busy. Highly recommend the Le Bette Noir, Black Velvet and The Viking cakes. You can't go wrong with anything you try here!

Figaro Dessert Cafe

4.4

(123 reviews)

Late night ice cream craving led us here during our trip to SD. Was super happy they were still…read moreopen when many other places were already closed. So we braved the one-way downtown streets and dodged paid parking lots, thankfully found a free parking space, and walked as fast as we could to Figaro, just in time. Our efforts paid off. We rewarded ourselves with delicious gelato - Chai, Tiramisu, Nutella, Peanut Butter. All great and yummy flavors. I also got me a Brownie Cheesecake - it was good, although a bit dense and firm. I would've liked it a little better if it were softer. They have so many cute and colorful dessert choices. Wish I could have tried more but it was almost 11PM, I didn't want to eat too much sweets. Will definitely return next time to try more!

We walked in and the places looked amazing! The aesthetic was on point. The desserts looked amazing…read moreand we were so excited to have some. I ordered the Berry Cream Cheese Crepe. When I got it the crepe itself was overcooked, it was almost burnt. The filling tasted nothing like cream cheese it was more of a custard filling. It was like the inside of a custard donut. The presentation was nice but there is no créame cheese filling. I also ordered a cheese cake and was very sad, it was hard, dry and it tasted like it had been frozen and just thawed before putting on display. We also ordered the chocolate tart and coconut tart and it was just about the same. All in all I spent close to $60.00 and was very disappointed. I can't speak for the rest of the menu it might be delicious but I will not be coming back.

Pop Pie

4.5

(235 reviews)

I have passed by this place so many times and finally decided to give it a try…read more Tried the Butter Chicken pot pie, Green Hog pot pie and Key lime pie slice. The butter chicken was average. Pretty dry and not as flavorful as I hoped. I would give it a 2.5-3/5. THE GREEN HOG THOUGH!!!!! A hard 5/5! So rich and tender. Delicious!!! Make sure you get some Tapatio to eat it with. Key Lime pie was also delicious even though I'm not a big key lime pie girl. Would definitely come back! Can't believe I've been sleeping on this place for so long.

Street parking only. Staff were friendly. Good amount of seating. Water cups located on the side so…read moreyou can grab your own water. Return your dishes to the bin next to the water. They open early so you can get a pie for breakfast! They also sell breakfast items too. Tried: Butter chicken pie $13 - good flavor and nice crust. This is seasonal so get it while it lasts. Strawberry rhubarb pie slice $7.25 - get it warmed. Good flavor.

Honeybees

3.9

(283 reviews)

Perfectly cute and delicious brunch spot! We came here to celebrate a birthday and we really…read moreenjoyed ourselves. The staff was attentive and kind, the ambiance of the place was very "Instagrammable" too. The food was good and came our prompltly as well as the drinks. The absolute highlight of the brunch was... the chicken and waffles!! How they managed to perfect the simplicity yet deliciousness of the dish is great. Everyone at the table had a try and we all agreed to be back to order the chicken and waffles again. All the food and the coffees were very tasty!

The restaurant itself was cute and had a nice aesthetic. However, the ordering process was a little…read moredifferent than expected. The waiter greeted us, seated us, and provided menus, but then we were instructed to scan a QR code to place our own order. The food came out fairly quickly, but overall the coffee and food were just average. The flavors felt a bit underwhelming and nothing really stood out enough that I would come back specifically for the menu. I would say this place is more about the atmosphere and aesthetic experience rather than the food itself. It's a cute spot to visit and take in the ambiance, but I personally wouldn't rush back for the food or drinks.

Stella Jean's Ice Cream

4.7

(153 reviews)

I freaking LOVEEED the Banana Turon Crunch ice cream flavor! I am a huge fan of banana flavored ice…read morecream and this nailed it without being artificial. The texture of the crunchy spring roll wrapper is so fun and I'm impressed that they incorporated it in a way that wasn't soggy! Their Asian inspired flavors are awesome and I really like how authentic and delicious they are! There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating and they're also connected to their Pop Pie Co store if you're craving something savory.

Delish!!!! Stopped by on a Saturday around 8:30pm. Couple of their flavors were already out…read more(believe they rotate and sell out in waves rather day by day). The lady working said other locations may have the limited edition flavors, so can call and check if you're fixated on a flavor. I got double scoop of Ube and mango sticky rice in a cone. Ube was to dieee for, very Ube-y. I may even prefer Stella's over the other local ice cream chain with Asian flavors (iykyk) bc Stella's keeps their flavors to 2-3 ingredients, which allows them to really develop the flavors imo. They have (sticky) outdoor seating, where I nursed my sweet treat. Street parking if you're lucky.

Mia Sorella Chimney Cakes

4.6

(57 reviews)

Cute little place in Liberty Station and probably the one place I've truly enjoyed here. We got the…read morePrague and it was really cute and tasty! You can definitely tell it's made fresh. It was a bit messy to eat, but it made the experience that much more fun. It was a happy surprise that it wasn't as sweet as I expected it to be. The only downside is they're a bit pricier than I'd like for what you get.

Ordered an Apple Streusel Chimney cake and it was made fresh to order (only after requesting). I…read moretruthfully thought it would have been warmer, but I think the cool cream really brought the temperature down. She was very sweet and there is enough space to watch the process of how she makes it. Took about 10 minutes for a fresh one to be made, but before ordering there were little samples that we could try. Very messy to eat but not sickly sweet which was an added bonus.

Pop Pie

4.5

(1.8k reviews)