My wife and I were looking for some good coffee drinks in Julian -- not easy! We checked Yelp and…read morewere happy to find Purple Owl Cafe. A nice surprise. I got an iced mocha and my wife got a matcha -- definitely hit the spot. We were lucky -- not busy at all when we stopped by, even though it was the weekend. Was nice to sit out front of the cafe in the chairs under the trees. Solid coffee option in Julian for sure. Looking forward to checking out some of the plant-based food options next time we visit.

First time here and I'm gonna chalk this up to being a holiday weekend (4th of July) and them being…read moreunderstaffed. But everything, literally EVERYTHING was undercooked. It took forever to get our food so I'm assuming they were going as fast as they could, and cutting corners where they had to just to get it out quickly because the place was packed with other 4th of July tourists. But the breakfast potatoes were practically raw, the crepe was gummy, just all around terrible. It was also way too expensive for the quantity and quality. Again, I'm trying to give the benefit of the doubt and assume that normally they are a better restaurant. Just avoid this place on holidays like the plague. Between the price, the wait, and the food quality, of the worst dining experiences in recent memory

Must visit! When you visit Julian, you definitely need to make this your first or last stop! Julian…read morePie Company has so many different things to offer, you will definitely find something you absolutely need! We already got our pie fix at Mom's, but made this our last stop before heading out. It was so cold out, a super chilly day, there's nothing more perfect than to grab a hot cup of steaming Apple Cider! It hit the spot! I couldn't stop just standing there sipping my hot cider while waiting for our to go items to be prepared. We got two apple cider donuts, one cinnamon sugar and one chocolate dipped. Long ago, I tried these tiny heart shaped pie crust cookies covered in cinnamon and sugar - Apple Memories! These are crisp tiny bites of love that you want to take home every single time! There are actually two buildings. One where you can grab a bite to eat, the other has all the merchandise, and both have whole frozen pies to grab to go! The building where you can dine has a small inside dining area, it can get cozy in there, but on a chilly day, that is exactly what you want! Just outside there is plenty of room outdoors to enjoy the scenery. In the merchandise building I couldn't help myself... we took home a whole gallon of apple cider, and also bought a jar of Cinnamon Apple Honey Spread and a jar of Apple butter... absolute yum! The hubs also decided to try the apple cinnamon chapstick! Yes, you can grab one of these famous pies at many different establishments throughout San Diego. To make name a few, Iowa Farms, Spring Valley Market, Siesel's and even at Vons! But if you're in Julian, don't forget to try a pie, grab some Apple Memories, and don't forget to bring a hot thermos to take that hot Apple cider to go! Enjoy!!! Simply the Best! Series: 14 2026: 25

Place is rather very small inside. Probably at least 10-12 seats, very very small booth spaces…read more Tons of seating outdoors, which is great when it's not cold. Had the Dutch Apple pie, because I wanted something sweeter. It was very good, and served slightly warm. The crumbles on top added the bit of crunch with the soft gooeyness of the apple pie filling, The small scoop of ice cream covered it all, but I had to scoop the ice cream off to eat the pie.

We've been coming out to Julian and Lake Cuyamaca for years, always passed this place but this was…read moreour first time stopping. The outside is eye catching (with exciting plans for the future!) and inside has a classic diner vibe, with fun seating, records, hot wheels and all sorts of collectibles. There is a dog friendly patio, and it is a true kids playground, with board games and toys to explore, as well as a giant train, old cars, fun trucks outside. The people working there are amazing. Genuinely friendly and accommodating. It's family run, and you can tell the care going into the business. Food was amazing. We got there right when they opened, had the breakfast burrito and biscuits and gravy. We liked it so much we wish we could have stayed to try lunch. Next time, as this spot is definitely going into our rotation :)

I didn't want to wait 45 minutes for breakfast at the Cafe in town. A mile down the road I found…read moreJulian Pit Stop. The ambiance was ready for Lightning McQueen. I had the hillbilly scramble, it was awesome and filling. It will be my "pit stop" next time I'm in town. Also the music was great.

This Coffee shop is located off the main downtown road. There is parking located in the front and…read morealong the road. It gets packed quickly! Initial thoughts entering is eclectic, charming, and homey. They offer a variety of pasties, snacks, and local goodies. We got a variety of drinks and everything was good. It is one single barista so we had to wait a few minutes to receive all our drinks, but worth it. Service was attentive and i would definitely go back.

This little shop is very homey and welcoming. The decor here was arranged with love- it looks like…read morea Grandma's kitchen/living room. There are old school appliances on display (see photos), and floor to ceiling options for local jams, hot sauces, syrups, and more. If you have a sweet tooth, they have lots of fresh made pastries. There are also many cozy seating options indoors and outdoors. They have a full espresso menu here, along options for black coffee, tea, caramel cider, and hot chocolate. The barista was very friendly and allowed us to sample their cider before we decided if we wanted to order it or not. The cider was nice and sweet, but we opted not to order it this time. Instead, I ordered a hot caramel macchiato, but did not enjoy it because it was quite bitter. Usually when I order a caramel macchiato, it is milky and sweet. My partner ordered a basic black coffee and said it was burnt and very foamy.

Went here for Pie Day and decided to eat brunch. Was not disappointed at all. The zucchini was…read moreyummy and crisp, complemented by the requisite ranch dressing. Also got one of their specialties, the chicken pot pie. Tasty and satisfying. Finally the apple burger which was good, but the blue cheese overpowered the apples so I cant thoroughly comment on its synergy. We ended it with an apple boysenberry pie with ice cream, which rounded the meal perfectly. Overall, I can confidently say that we will be back to explore the rest of the menu and left with our tummies satisfied to engorgement. A worthy visit if you're feeling a call for the sweet sliced desserts they are known for. Oh and they do sell apple pies by the way As an added note, our server was a pleasure to have and made our meal all the more an experience that we would revisit.

UPDATED: Thank you for your response and for apologizing. I do appreciate that you removed my meal…read morefrom the bill. That said, I do want to clarify that, from what I observed, we were not the last table to be seated. I understand it was a busy Fourth of July, and I know everyone can make mistakes. My disappointment wasn't because of the wait alone--it was because my order was incorrect multiple times, and I was eventually asked again what I had ordered even though it was just biscuits and gravy. By the time my food finally arrived, the experience had already been affected. I don't expect perfection, especially on a busy holiday. I simply shared my honest experience and hope it helps improve service for future guests. -------------------- We ordered our food and my friend received her meal, but my order of biscuits and gravy didn't come out correctly. The server acknowledged the mistake, saying it was her fault and that she would get it fixed right away. Unfortunately, the wrong order was brought out, and the staff had to come back and ask what I had originally ordered. It was a simple order--just biscuits and gravy--so it was frustrating that it was difficult to get right. When the correct food finally arrived, the experience had already been delayed and a bit discouraging. At that point, I was honestly just over it, especially when I was asked if I wanted a box, as if we were finished. Overall, the food was fine once it arrived, but the service experience that day was disorganized and left a negative impression.

I love pizza, but this was my first time trying this style and it did not disappoint! The BBQ meat…read moreoverload pizza is seriously a bomb. It's packed with flavor, loaded with toppings, and perfectly cooked with a nice crispy crust. The combination of smoky, savory, and slightly sweet BBQ flavors just works so well. Every bite was satisfying and definitely something different from your usual pizza. Great spot to grab a bite while in Julian good vibes, solid food, and a must-try in julian trip!

Let me just start by saying The food is so great! I had the Mac and cheese with the pork belly it…read morejust melts in your mouth the sauce is so good that they paired with the pork belly goes perfect! Service is great as well we were confused before when we first visited but Julian is a small town so some places close pretty early if you wanna try this place do not wait for it to close! Go ahead and try it out before closing! The inside kinda reminded us of game of thrones or Harry Potter with the tables set up in a very awesome way! I have to recommend this place specially if you're in Julian area

I can't tell you how pleased I was to find that Mom's has delicious, gluten free options! Who would…read morehave thought in the tiny town of Julian? I had the strawberry rhubarb and it was delightful! Even more options are available in their display case. Will definitely be returning. The next day I came back and we had the GF cinnamon apple muffin and pecan pie with vanilla ice cream (no -GF). My daughter said the pecan pie was to die for and the muffin was a delightful treat. Not overwhelmingly sweet, just right. Even better is their sustainable packaging which I VERY much appreciate. Well done Mom's!

Cute little pie shop with a great selection! So many options to choose from, and everything looked…read morefresh and homemade. The pie we tried was good nice flavor and texture, especially the crumb topping. Not the absolute best we've had in Julian, but still definitely worth trying if you're in the area. The space is cozy and a bit small, but it adds to that local charm. Service was quick and easy.

Trays full of fresh bread of different varieties, whole pies, a case full of beautiful desserts and…read morebaked goods, plus an excellent lineup of sandwiches, the only problem is what to pick. This has become a go-to spot post-hike in the area and always is the treat I look forward to. On my most recent visit I had the BLT which had avocado, an egg, and chipotle mayo on brioche - hit the spot. Each sandwich comes on a different type of bread, which adds to the flavor profiles for each. Sometimes places just put it all on wheat or sourdough, but I like how the bread is paired to add to the sandwich. There's seating inside and out and always plenty of parking, though I can imagine on the weekend, it's more competitive. Although the spot has been around for a while, I just recently got introduced to it on enthusiastic recommendations from others, so I pass that enthusiastic recommendations onto you.

I read that the owner of the French Gourmet bought Dudley's and promised not to make any changes to…read morethe baked goods.  That does not appear to be the case.  We showed up at 1pm on Wednesday and it was quiet.  In the past there was a big lunch crowd and the shelves were full of fresh baked breads and pies.   Supposedly, breads are baked every other day now.  I bought a loaf of Hawaiian sweet bread and it was at least a day old.  I suspect more like 2 days old.  The outside was starting to get hard while just the center was soft.  There was an aroma of bread sitting around for a while.  King's Hawaiian bread from Costco has a fresher aroma and has a fresher more vibrant flavor while you get twice as much bread for the price. Maggie misses the fresh baked fruit bars and were soft and full of sweet fruit flavor.  Cashier told us they are only baked on Saturday now.  We touched the fruit bars and they were all hard from sitting around half the week.  It's sad as we loved stopping here after a trip to Julian for fresh baked treats and Doc Brown's Root Beer.  Looks like we will have to buy all our baked treats at one of the Julian bakeries like Apple Alley that bakes their pies every morning.  https://www.hungryones.com/2021/10/apple-alley-bakery/ Staff was nice and efficient.