Il Giardino di Lilli is such a cute bakery/coffee shop in the La Jolla area…read more My party ordered an assortment of croissants and beverages. Croissants were buttery and flaky; the jam maybe only filled 2/3 of it though. They have two water dispensers off to the side. Their water is flavored and is actually really good. I think it's more unique than their drinks lol. Very aesthetic outdoor seating. Limited indoor seating. We came on a weekday for brunch and it was pretty busy. Street parking not bad for a weekday.

We got the white mocha oat milk lattes, which were pretty light and more milk-forward. I personally…read morewish they were a little richer. This place gets PACKED -- we came on a Saturday and the line just kept growing. That being said, it's such a cute spot with a European/Mediterranean feel. The plates and utensils are adorable, and all of the pastries looked amazing. We also got the Coppa panini and almond croissant. The panini was honestly better than I expected -- the cuts of meat tasted fresh, and overall it was a really great sandwich. It reminded me of something I'd get in Europe. The almond croissant was also really good and tasted authentic, although the butteriness was a little sweet for my taste. Overall, I'd definitely come back for the food and atmosphere!

Such a cute little La Jolla gem! I stop by most mornings and they have great coffee and tea, plus a…read morereally good bakery selection. The staff is always so friendly and welcoming throughout the day. The patio is cute and quaint, surrounded by beautiful plants and flower pots, so it's especially perfect if you're a plant lover. They're also super kid- and dog-friendly they even have an afternoon happy hour snack for kids walking home from school and treats for the pups! Definitely a sweet neighborhood spot worth checking out.

Unique cute latte and brunch spot on Fay and Pearl. Lots of outdoor seating most with sail shades…read moreover top as well as indoor seating. They have an extensive drink menu, coffee and tea, hot and cold as well as a good selection of breakfast and lunch items. And they offer SOY milk which I greatly appreciate. The drinks and food came out quickly. They boast a housemade chai so I i had to try it but it tasted like a weak chai concentrate and I was not a fan. Next time I would try the matcha.

Came here on a Saturday around 12 PM, and there wasn't a long line, which was nice especially on a…read morehot day! The cafe itself is very small, simple, and cute. I ordered a few drinks for my friends and me to try since it was our first time here, and we were heading to the beach after. They hand-whisk their matcha for each drink, which I really appreciate because most matcha spots in San Diego pre-make theirs. I got the regular matcha latte. I assumed it would already be sweetened, but it wasn't, which wasn't a big deal for me since I prefer little to no sweetness. It was still really good: perfect consistency, and you can definitely taste the matcha. My cousin got the matcha cream top (similar to a matcha einspänner), and I loved their vanilla bean syrup(?) that was included in the drink. It had the perfect balance of sweetness and creaminess. My friends also tried the orange latte, and they were pleasantly surprised by the cream on top. The orange flavor was noticeable but still subtle, and the coffee itself was strong. The syrups balanced everything out nicely. Definitely would come back again!

Coffee shop La Jolla…read moreWalking distance to beach Street parking No restroom Amex accepted Vegan and Vegetarian options Tiny seating area a brewing method where coffee grounds are completely submerged in water for the entire extraction time

This little breakfast-brunch in La Jolla was so pretty wth plenty of flowers and curtains!…read more The menu was enticing as well. Took awhile to decide, but I finally chose this Chicken Caesar Sandwich, which came with Fried Buttermilk Chicken on Butter Croissant instead of the standard grilled chicken. For sides, I chose Truffle Chips (think that's what it was called??). My husband went with this Wild Mushroom Truffle Toast, with a side of Bacon. We both lapped it up...SO good!!! For drinks, I got this Matcha Milk Tea, which was OK...and my husband got black coffee. Service was a bit mixed...in that we got more service from random servers than our original waitress (or so we thought?). Despite the drinks and service being a bit off, our mains were SO good, and the overall vibe was so nice, I can't drop less than 5 stars.

Sugar & Scribe located in La Jolla, they do have a small parking lot as well as street parking…read more Customer service was AMAZING from our waiter Chris! I can't speak on the ambiance as inside dining was closed and only available on weekends. We sat outside the restaurant under a tented area, that had a nice decor. We only had a slight issue dealing with flies at our table having only outdoor seating available. Next time I would come on a weekend to be able to enjoy inside dining! It was our first visit and our waiter Chris was very knowledgeable of the menu items and gave us great recommendations being 1st timers! Customer service all around was great! As soon as we walked up, we were greeted immediately and sat down shortly thereafter. One upside to dining outside under the tent is we had no problem getting the attention of our waiter or any workers for that matter because it was such close quarters. It appeared they also had some tables set up outside the actually restaurants walls along their porch area. We ordered: The Big Bad Biscuit & Bird - Biscuit was thick and perfectly baked all the way through. Gravy lacked a bit of flavor for my liking, nothing that salt, pepper, and some of their hot honey sauce (that comes with the entree) couldn't fix! Chicken strips were thin but surprisingly not dry for its size, along with scrambled eggs. I enjoyed they did not skimp on the gravy as a good amount gravy is needed for their thick biscuits! Blueberry Love Pancakes - Lemon curd in the pancake itself was a treat but, the real star of the dish is the blueberry compote on top! Bread Pudding French toast - Perfect texture, not too soggy or wet but just enough moistness. DELICIOUS and MUST ORDER Strawberry Lemonade - strawberry flavor stood out and lemonade was not too sour. Nice balance of both flavors! Mango Lemonade - I was NOT A FAN! Unlike the strawberry lemonade, I was not able to taste ANY mango flavor at all! I definitely would be back to try more dishes but, on a WEEKEND, to be able to enjoy inside dining! This location is also a bakery although we were too full after our entrees to entertain baked goods. Definitely a location to consider if you need a good brunch location!

my favorite coffee and breakfast place! i love the iced honey vanilla latte and the sunrise bagelread more

Me and my wife found this gem of the place about two months ago …read more Come here often by often means every day we come get our coffees in the morning they have the best almond latte. You've also tried their sandwiches tuna melt, and the breakfast burrito burritos.. This place is just incredible. The quality of what they offer is the best I've ever had very clean place. Great service tried once and you'll get hooked. Just like how I did. All I hope for that it stays the same. guys keep up the good work and I'll be your customer forever.

Objectively the worst establishment I've ever had the displeasure of getting a coffee from. It is…read moremind-boggling how they have 4.6 stars, so much so that I felt obligated to report fraudulent activity on this platform. The food is served cold, and the quality is putrid. On the other hand, the coffee is served near boiling temperatures, and tasted like it was strained through my grandfather's sock. As for the cherry on top, the guy behind the counter looked like I was bothering him by ordering goods from his place of business. Buddy, if you're reading this, I apologize for putting you through that, it won't happen again. Good riddance.

We were staying across the street at the Holiday Inn & I had to be somewhere early and Cafe Vahik…read morewas the only place open at 6:00 so it was an easy choice. I went simple and got three eggs, three strips of bacon and sourdough toast with a coffee ($18.05) and this combination when done right is amazing - and he did it right! Everything was good to perfection and I was in and out very quickly. Highly recommend this place.

Lox was delicious. Ham and cheese sand was yummy. Service was great! Love this place!read more

I came in here to support a woman owned business and try a new spot. It was also empty inside so…read morethe no line was great for me. I ordered a Mexican mocha and the turkey cheddar bagel sandwich. The coffee was okay, nothing special. The bagel was good. I liked that it came on a jalapeno cheddar bagel and the aioli on it was good too. I like the variety of their menu. The service was okay, nothing special. Plenty of seating area compared to nearby coffee shops. Overall it was okay.

I've been coming to Parakeet for a few months now, and the reason I keep coming back isn't the…read morematcha (though it's great) -- it's Maya and Mishell. Maya remembered my order after the second visit and now has it half-started by the time I get to the register. That sounds small, but on a rushed morning it's the difference between a good day and a stressful one. She's also the person who talked me into trying the salted maple latte, which is now what I get every time. Mishelle has a way of making the counter feel like a conversation instead of a transaction. She's genuinely warm with everyone in line, not just regulars, and I've watched her handle a packed rush without dropping her patience once. Great food is easy to find in San Diego. Staff who actually make you want to come back is rarer. Whoever hired these two did well.

Such a delish and cute little spot. Kayla helped me place my order and she did not miss! The…read moreprotein waffle was delish and so was the cappuccino! Highly recommend this place. It looks trendy but the food is amazing.

The young gal working on Tuesday 6/30/26 had the best customer service…read more We didn't know what to get and were going over the menu for a bit. After we chose our drinks, she asked how we liked it, how strong we wanted it and what kind of milk and then proceeded to make recommendations. I ended up getting the Lavendar vanilla iced matcha and Frank got the mocha. Both drinks were incredible! This is such a cute little coffee shop right outside the plant store.

Update on my review:…read more My second go around I finally got to see the shop open and woww ! It's seriously such a gorgeousss outdoor coffee shop. The whole place feels peaceful and welcoming the second you walk in. I ordered a 20oz hot mocha w/ oat milk and added an extra shot. Even though the coffee flavor wasn't super strong, the mocha was bomb! It's something I'd come back for and the service alone makes the place worth visiting. Owner was super sweet ! One thing I really loved is the cup sizes because most coffee spots don't offer 20oz option, so this made my coffee day complete. I also got to try the banana muffin and it was a 1000/10. It had the cutest handwritten message on it which made my day ! Such a small but super sweet, thoughtful touch. Such a beautiful, peaceful spot to come relax, read and just enjoy life for a bit. Parking is available too which is nice!

Cute hole in the wall coffee shop/cafe/bakery. Prices are reasonable! You can take to go or eat…read moreoutside. The inside can get packed with walking traffic. You order at the front. The cashier lady was very sweet and friendly. The shop seemed family owned. A large hot Vanilla Chai and lemon bar came out to be $11 rounded up. Everything was very delicious. They other bakery selection and a fridge with meals.

Stopped in to B&B for a mixed berry smoothie at 9am. It took about ten minutes to be ready. I…read morereally enjoyed it as it was fresh & not too sweet. Service was fast & friendly and the price for the medium smoothie was very reasonable! A few of the kids who were with me were disappointed because they ran out of cinnamon rolls, but otherwise, they were happy with our little snacky stop. Plenty of outdoor seating as always. Street parking. Peace.