I've tried so many Dubai chocolates, and I can confidently say this one is the most authentic and…read moreabsolutely delicious. I also just tried the Havana (blueberry x mango) and WOW... 10/10. The flavors are unreal and perfectly balanced. Definitely a must-try! Service is always quick & great. Don't let the lines fool you because they get things done quickly & there is a nice seating area inside to enjoy.

Been having a love affair with kunafee lately so when in the area and we saw this place we had to…read morestop in Didn't have time to eat so took it to go. They packaged it well yet this dessert really should he eaten fresh. It was good yet I want to try in house next time. Cute place. Pleasant service

Hidden Gem!!! Place…read moreis not meant for picking up and ordering out, there is seating there, so more than welcome to go in and sit. Just not spacious enough for me. When reading the reviews the only negative you're going to see is "wait time". If you know take out, you know ways around this "negative". But with that being said me and my lady ordered 2 açaí bowls and they were ready in about 12-15 minutes. Not a problem for us. You can make your own bowl or choose from pre made recipes. ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!!! I am definitely coming back!!! See you soon cafe 88

Cute spot! It's a small place, so I'd recommend getting it to-go, but it was still really nice…read moresitting inside while we waited for our order. We ordered the Fit açaí bowl for our friend to take home, and she absolutely LOVED it. We weren't hungry enough to get anything for ourselves, but I appreciated how the guy at the counter asked if we wanted anything drizzled on top. We chose almond butter (and silently prayed our friend didn't have a nut allergy ). Turns out, that was the best choice because she said the almonds were her favorite part. Now we're definitely curious and will have to come back to try the bowls for ourselves next time!

Greatest ice cream known to man!…read more You don't need to sample any of em'.... In two trips, tried 8 different flavors and they're all slappin'. It's been a long time since I've felt froggy (lol) standing in line for ice cream. Oh you know what, Salt and Straw hits too BUT Handel's has that "mmmm-hmmm" factor. Im laughing that lady 6 days ago really was complaining about the size scoops and then put a review about it. People trippin with their complaints. Eat the rest of your kids scoop(s) if it's too much for him. Sheeeesh lol. Handle's is about to be the next Better Buzz or Soapy Joes taking over San Diego County. Great work Handle's!

I went here after dinner with my young kids. Each kid wanted a scoop of ice cream on a cone. Why in…read morethe world would I get a giant 2.5 scoop of ice cream for a small child?! Instead of offering a portion-appropriate size for a child, the server just said no they don't do that. She couldn't offer a side bowl, or offer just a cone, nothing. When I asked to speak to the manager, she said there was actually an option for 4 scoops in a container. But no cone. Why is the magic of each kid getting just a small scoop of what they want in a cone list on Handels? What business can't supply child sized portions? Especially an ice cream location. They missed out on each of us purchasing our own cone and ice cream. Instead we purchased only one cone and had to share a dripping mess among the 4 of us. I'll skip Handels next time I want ice cream

The place is soooo nice!! The place is small and I think it's to go only. I don't remember seeing a…read moreseat or table in there. They have a lot of yummy goodies. The service is good!! The girl that helped us is so patient while we look at everything!! We came in for the dubai chocolate, but we love baklava. They have so many varieties of baked goods. So we finally decide to get 1 mango cake thing, but it didn't have a cake. It's mousse? It's good but I feel like it would be better with a sponge cake or something. It looks so cute though. The dubai chocolate is so good!! My daughter love it!! The pastries is also soooooo good! We will definitely be back to try more things. What we tried was good!! The pastries is definitely a hit for me.

After spice shopping at Valley Foods, I had an idea of having baklava as a post-prandial treat…read more Habibi Sweets is only three years old, replacing another store that also sold Mediterranean & Middle Eastern desserts. I'm pretty sure I've eaten their sweets - I just don't remember the old shop's name. Habibi Sweets, on the other hand, with their assortment of baklavas and Turkish Delights gave me a teasing taste of one of their more popular confections. My order included two rolled green-colored baklavas, One Almond dough pastry brimming with nuts and seeds, a coconut.TD, and for the pièce de résistance, this dark red Rose Petal Turkish Delight that was to die for! I remember my foray into chewy Turkish delights 25 years ago and this one was beyond delightful! Plus, it's non-GMO and Gluten-free! And there's more! The friendly staff, namely Zina gave me a small free box of even more assortment of baklavas to try which will surely be shared with my family.

Great selections and always exceptionally clean. Very friendly staff. highly recommend.read more

My yogurt was so delicious however $12 for a normal size cup of yogurt. I am use to paying $7-$8 in…read moreNorth County but I guess in Santee it's a whole lot higher so that was my lunch since I spent $12 on one cup of frozen yogurt. Like I said it was delicious. He had me when I saw that you can swirl peanut butter topping on it. Everything was clean I like he had gloves for you to wear.

I love it here. The inside is so quaint! They make the most of the space they have. It smells…read moredelish inside. They offer roasted brown sugar boba, milk teas, coffees fruit teas, smoothies and yogurt series bobas. Everything I've tried is delish and I've tried at least one menu item in each category. You can't go wrong! Shhhhh... I think it's my fave boba spot in Santee! Stop in!

Stopped by Daboba in late December 2025 and really liked it. I got the Roasted Brown Sugar Pearl…read moreFresh Milk with brown sugar pearls, and it was really good - just hit the spot. The staff was nice, and the place has a chill vibe with plenty of seating to hang out and enjoy your drinks. Everything looked clean and well kept, even the restrooms. Prices were pretty good too, starting around $5 for medium and up depending on what you order. They also have a good variety of fruit teas, smoothies, and yogurts if you want something different. I'd come back again and would recommend if you're in the area.

If you ever had a 1AM "I NEED a donut" moment... just know I absolutely acted on mine…read more So yes -- I pulled up to Honey Donuts in Santee because when the craving hits, it HITS. And since they're open 24 hours, I knew I had a good chance of getting something fresh. Let me tell you what I grabbed: Glazed donut Bear claw Sinclair donut BABY... when I tell you these donuts were hitting?! The glazed didn't even make it home. Not even out the parking lot good. You know how sometimes you bite into a donut and it's just... air? Dry? No substance? Not here. These were hearty but still light, fresh without being greasy, and that glaze? Soft and perfectly sweet -- not that dry, crackly, fall-off-in-your-lap situation. Just melt-in-your-mouth goodness. And that bear claw? Stuffed and substantial. They are not skimping on anything over here. The donuts are a really good size too. At $1.75 for regular donuts and $3.00 for the large fancy ones, it's honestly a steal. Now let's talk service. Peter is SO sweet. Great customer service, patient, and he'll happily explain the donuts, ingredients, and menu if you have questions. That kind of hospitality at 1AM? Top tier. I'll be honest -- I'm normally a Sunny Donut girlie... but "Honey Donuts" just took them down and took the crown. If you're ever in Santee and you want fresh, affordable, legit GOOD donuts any time of day (or night), give them a try. You won't regret it. Thank me later. You're welcome.

Im simple terms, these are Perfectly fluffy and just yum…read more All the classics done right. Whenever in the area if you need a solid donut shop, nothing fancy schmancy this is a good option.

Great dounts! Very good service since I started trying them. It is a longstanding mom and pop shop…read morethats been in Santee for decades! It has a nice feel of old and new ambiance. They are currently running the strawberry iced raised donut on the menu all days of the week. My family and church was pretty excited to get the news of that. We will post a pic next time we go!

If you grew up in Santee, you already know--Mary's Donuts isn't just a donut shop, it's a time…read moremachine. Long before it was Mary's, this place was Zona's Donuts, and at a different location. I can still remember coming here as a kid--back when there were live stock in the nearby yard and life felt a little slower. Decades later, I walked in, grabbed an apple fritter, and it hit exactly the same. That kind of consistency is rare. That kind of nostalgia is priceless. Let's talk about that apple fritter--this is the benchmark. Crispy edges, soft inside, perfectly glazed. I've had them all over the country, and this one holds its own as a top contender anywhere in the U.S. No exaggeration. But it's more than just the donuts. It's the feeling. The staff is always friendly, the vibe is familiar, and every visit feels like a warm hug from your childhood. Nothing flashy, nothing trendy--just done right, every single time. This place is a staple. If you're from Santee, you know. If you're visiting San Diego, this is a must-stop. Some places change with time. Mary's Donuts proves that the best ones don't have to.

One of the friendliest places in San Diego. Toran, the owner…read moreis very outgoing and helpful. He creates an ambience of joy and happiness. Now about their puddings. Over the top. My wife's a vegan so I had a bunch of choices for her and loads of selections for me. They had sugar free, gluten free (still don't know what is gluten), and vegan options I will be going here on a regular basis now that I discovered it

When it comes to banana pudding, I like it pretty traditional. I grew up with my dad's amazing…read morebanana pudding an generally prefer that style. I had to see what the hype was about and my kids said "mom, you gotta try it". So, I did. Oooohweeee, let me tell you, this banana pudding was (chefs kiss) fantastic! I think my dad would approve. It was light, fluffy, tasty, not too sweet (but it is a dessert), I can't wait to try other flavors but I have a sneaking suspicion that the OG will always be my favorite. The guys were very friendly and willing to take time to chat while it was really busy. I forgot to take a picture before inhaling my treat.