Ambiance..cute little place with so many cute items for tea…read moreService..fast and friendly Food..amazing flavours especially the sandwiches and cut3 childrens tea

Lovely experience doing afternoon tea! Gluten free accommodations are possible and really…read moreappreciated the level of care taken for allergies. Our server was very enthusiastic and friendly. The tea consists of 4 course: soup, sandwiches, scones and dessert. The sandwich tray included traditional flavors like cucumber and egg salad but with unique spins like a curry chicken salad and jalapeño cheddar biscuit. All the sandwiches were delicious although the cucumber was a bit light on flavors and spread. We were able to try 4 different teas: white strawberry rose, Dubai chocolate (actually tasted and smelled like chocolate), Scottish caramel and passion fruit mango. The maple pumpkin butter was a unique scone topping that I really enjoyed that lasted like fall and seemed to fit the environment of the town well. The entire shop is decorated in beautiful tea settings and there is a shop displaying lots of local goods. Highly recommend!!

A lot of purple decorations (surprise!), but not excessive (purple is my fav color, so take that…read morewith a grain of salt). There were plenty of seating and a long counter space good for folk working on laptops while enjoying their food/drinks. The dining area was open and spacious without being too echo-y. It was just after 9am and the main breakfast places on the main street in town were already crowded with wait times around 15-20 minutes. We wandered a bit down the hill from the main drag (it was really just one block away) and found this cafe tucked away on the side street. After ordering, coffees and breakfast dishes, we found a table and the food was brought to us. The French toast made with banana bread was amazing, what a great idea. The Beyond papas was a great mix of beyond meat, fresh veggies and breakfast potatoes. Both plates were completely emptied.

"I'm kind of a big deal. And unfortunately, so was my disappointment."…read more I recently visited Purple Owl Cafe in Julian, and let me tell you: I walked in expecting breakfast. What I got was an adventure in lowered expectations. First, the item I actually wanted was unavailable. Naturally, I had to choose something else. Was I offered a discount for the inconvenience? No. Was I made happier by being told that the alternative was something they personally like? Also no. That's like ordering a steak and being told, "We're out of steak, but I really enjoy soup." Wonderful. I'm thrilled for you. Then there was the restroom, which appeared to be participating in some sort of minimalist art installation: no toilet paper and no napkins. Bold choice. Very Julian. Then they forgot my drink. I had to get up and go to the counter to retrieve my food, which is certainly one way to introduce a little cardio into the dining experience. And even after all that, part of my order was still forgotten. At this point, I began to wonder if my order had simply been submitted for consideration rather than actually placed. And this is why I regret tipping before receiving the service. I like to believe in people. I like to lead with generosity. But experiences like this make me feel like I've been financially wagering on an outcome that hasn't happened yet. To be clear, I'm not expecting perfection. Things get forgotten. Items sell out. Mistakes happen. But when multiple things go wrong during one visit, I'd expect at least some acknowledgment or consideration--especially when I didn't receive the item I originally ordered. Purple Owl Cafe: I came for coffee and breakfast. I left with a story. Unfortunately, it wasn't a very good one. And that's the bottom line, because I said so.

This place and California Mountain Bakery is my go-to for apple pie. On a weekend, come here the…read morefirst few hours it opens so there is minimal wait. There are a few seats inside, but plenty outside. I love the plain apple cider donuts, cookies, and Dutch apple pie. The donut has a slight crisp on the outside and the taste of apple is light. The cookie flavors are balanced. The Dutch apple pie has a crunchy crumble crust and the inside is a little sweet.

I'm not a huge pie fan, probably because so many pies are soggy and sugar laden…read more THIS was not the case at Julian Pie Company!! Despite the long line, i was thrilled with the variety of choices. In addition to a fabulous selection, they offer toppings like ice cream or cheese. About the pie- the crust was flavorful, light and flaky. We selected strawberry rhubarb and peach. They were delicious- i could taste the fruit and the peach was not hijacked by cinnamon. There is limited seating inside but it was a gorgeous day and the patio is lovely Definitely meets the hype

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.

This was not our first Julian visit but it was our first visit to Julian Cafe and it did not…read moredisappoint. Our party of 4 were all very pleased with our breakfast plates! The coffee was great, the service was attentive and pleasant and the Apple pie to go was the best I've ever had. This place will be a regular for us going forward. A must try while in Julian.

Hey this place is great! Baja chicken was better than expected. Service was excellent our waitress…read morewas super nice... so considerate. Expressing was not bad really woke me up. Things to consider the wait outside was not to bad, but get your name in. The door to the place open outward. So haha they arnt closed I promise it's just the door. Apple awesome ... and they have togo window!! Hey friends tip big these girls drive a long way to serve. And they need your support. Love supporting small business and especially people that care.

Always super tasty. Their pizza and beer is awesome, but I'm personally a huge fan of their Mac and…read morecheese, and the watermelon salad. Try not to go on weekend nights cos it gets really busy!

If a place is so good you come back again the next day, that tells you something! And I'll tell ya,…read moreJulian Beer Company is very, very good! How can you miss when you're welcomed so warmly by both people and dogs?! We ordered a round of a variety of beers. We each enjoyed what we ordered. But we like to share! So we tasted around, found out what we really liked, then came back and ordered some more, and another couple of rounds the next day! This is not your typical deep fried bar food joint. Someone in the kitchen really knows their way around a bbq! And they don't hold back on their sides. The pork belly bites were so succulent with their crispy outer skin and unctuous meat inside. The ribs were surely taken from a brontosaurus! Tender, flavorful, and just the right amount of smoke. The brisket sandwich was one of the best I've ever had. Did I say we shared? Well, I didn't the sando was gone before anyone could ask for a bite. The Mac n cheese was creamy and dreamy. The vibe here is really casual. Dogs, kids, people at tables, at the bar, outside - just everyone enjoying themselves over beer, food, and convo. Great music playing. Super chill. No hurries and no worries. We'll definitely come here again the next time we're out this way!

Visiting a pie house in Julian is a must and we decided on Mom's pie house! I saw that they have…read morethe Apple Dumpling that looks so good so I had to come and try. There is plenty of seating indoors, bathrooms are clean, and there was AC for the hot weather. Line was out the door but service was quick and efficient so it made the experience great! Apple Dumpling - 1000/10, so delicious and perfect if you prefer more pastry to apple ratio! We also ordered Cinnamon ice cream on the side to eat with it and it was delicious Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble Pie - 10000/10 WOW, this was my favorite since strawberries are my favorite fruit as well!! I would definitely get this again We came on a Saturday afternoon and the Apple Ruby Pie was sold out by the time we got to the front, so that will be a must try next time!

Came to this little town specifically for the apple pie--and it did NOT disappoint!…read more The apple pie was absolutely delicious! We also tried the cinnamon ice cream, and OMG... so yummy! I forgot to take a picture because we were too busy enjoying it! Just a heads-up, Mom's store can get pretty busy, so be prepared for a little wait. It's definitely a popular spot for a reason! Parking: Street parking only, first come, first served. If you're an apple pie lover, this is definitely a place to add to your list!

Omg this place is so cute and fun!!! I'm so glad I stopped here for lunch!! I had one of the best…read moreveggie wraps of my life. I feel like wraps are usually dry and lack verity of ingredients so I don't usually get them, but I gave this one a chance and now I dream of this wrap. I wish I lived closer to this place! This place is so big, there is plenty of seating, a huge selections of breads and pastries, and a decent size menu of food and drinks! Plus there is a little store area with very cute and fun products like towels, soap, toys, aprons, lotions, and jewelry. I loved all the items that they curated for the little shop area they have. Not to mention the staff was wonderful and very helpful. This place is a must visit if you are in the area.

HORRIBLE OVERPRICED GARBAGE! Don't let the warm light and ambience fool you! It's not the same as…read morebefore!! COLD ROCK HARD quiche, they don't warm up anything. Please see image it's actually horrible. Anything in the pastry display is actually really cold, the cookies were genuinely rock hard and just overly sweet speaking from someone that loves sweet treats.. No house made syrups (horrible lattes) People seem to come here because it's really the only bakery on the way to Julian..

The best chicken pot pie and cinnamon rolls. We would drive from the city part of San Diego for…read morethem. And the staff are incredibly warm and friendly.

FANTASTIC PIES!! We stayed at the Inn across the street for a visit and picked up a slice of…read morepumpkin pie to eat and a whole cherry apple pie to take home. The pumpkin pie was lovely-- not too sweet, flavorful, smooth even custard. Pumpkin is not my fav, but I would get that again. The whole pie made it home and we had a slice after dinner. It was not too sweet; in fact, the cherries were beautifully tart which contrasted well with the natural sweetness of the apples. The crumb topping was crunchy without feeling too buttery or too sugary-- easily the best crumb topping I've ever had. The bottom crust blended well into the pie, so it didn't feel like an extra layer but was sturdy enough to serve the slice onto a plate. I am honestly so sad that I did not get five more whole pies to freeze for later.