I read Sourdough & Moore had a 100 year old starter and was interested in tasting it.  There is a good variety of baked items to choose from. Rosemary Lemon Zest Sourdough Bread had an interesting combination of flavors.  I liked the outer crust which was harder than Hawaiian bread but not as hard as a baguette.  It contrasted with the silky insides.  A really good bread. Butter croissant had a thin crunchy outer layer and silky smooth inside.  Loved the buttery flavor. Baguette was quite different than the French baguettes I'm use to.  The crust didn't have a crunchy layer and the flavor was light sourdough.  Very tasty. Sea salt bagel is the first sourdough bagel I've had.  Texture was dense like other bagels I've tried.  The sourdough flavor with the light sea salt combined to result in one of the best bagels I've had.  This is my favorite treat here so far. Small round sourdough had the same delicious flavor as the baguette.  I do prefer the crust of the baguette. Staff was nice and efficient. In the old days my mom and brother would take me fishing off the Ocean Beach Pier a couple blocks away.  Sadly the pier is closed and scheduled for replacement.  Would have been great if Sourdough & Moore was around back then. read more

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Unfortunately, Sourdough & Moore wasn't worth it and not worth waiting in a long line for. While the line moved at a decent pace, the food is mediocre at best. One thing to note is upon walking up to the counter to order, pastries were out in the open where if someone was to have a conversation, spit can land on the food or anyone can reach out to touch it. Additionally, there were flies flying around all the pastries. This is completely unhygienic and gross. It actually made me lose my appetite. If you want to display the food, please keep it covered and have a fly fan to keep the flies out. Now onto the food: I think having an option to have pasties reheated would be great, some of the pasties were made long before it was served so it got quite hard. Butter croissant: 4/5 it was good, nothing really that stood out Giant cinnamon roll: 3/5 it was given to us cold and hard, sorry I prefer my cinnamon roll warm. I went home to reheat it and it was alright. The icing was way too sweet and honestly kind of generic tasting. I love cinnamon rolls and this was okay at best, it's just giant but other bakeries have better. I didn't try their sourdough bread and that's what they're known for, eh not worth my time or money to try. read more

I completely understand the hype that is Sourdough & Moore. Before my AM workout, I came to Sourdough & Moore, I had seen that there were really long lines but I was actually really lucky. The cafe just opened and I was probably within the first 10 people in the cafe. I was a little taken a back on the costs, especially in OB but I thought it was worth it. I ended up ordering the original cinnamon roll, chocolate babka and ham and cheese croissant, my total was a little over $30 but was it worth it yes. My husband and I didn't get to try the pastries until after I got back from the gym and it was the perfect little morning treat. The ham and cheese croissant was perfectly flaky and butter so good, the chocolate babka was tender and not too sweet, I really appreciate that. The star was definitely the cinnamon roll, my husband is the center kind of guy and I a definitely the outer kinda girl so it was really easy to share. I definitely want to try the carrot cake version, I love carrot cake but their OG cinnamon roll is the best I have ever had! Definitely would come back, I would suggest coming really early in the morning when there is ample parking and less of a line. read more

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I tried the chocolate chip peanut butter cookie today and it is one of my favorite cookies in San Diego and I consider myself a Cookie Monster (it's my dessert of choice) So my top suggestions are the jalapeno cheddar sourdough, cookies and pistachio croissant read more

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I found this spot on Instagram and, as a big sourdough lover (and with a husband who will never say no to a cinnamon roll), we decided to check it out on a Sunday morning. I had read that their cinnamon rolls sell out fast, so we got there around 8:30am. There was already a line, but it moved pretty quickly--we waited about 15 minutes or so. The space itself is cozy with limited seating. It seems like most people grab their food to go, but we lucked out and snagged a table. We ordered the cinnamon roll (of course), an apple cider donut, and an everything bagel sandwich with egg and bacon. We also grabbed a sprouted spelt sourdough loaf to take home. First thing to note: everything here is BIG. The cinnamon roll was massive (and priced accordingly at $11). My husband loved it, and while I enjoyed a few bites, it was a bit too sweet for me personally. The everything bagel itself was really good--nice chew, soft and slightly gooey inside--but the sandwich had very little bacon. At $14, it didn't feel worth it. I'd rather just grab their $4 bagels and make my own sandwich at home. The apple cider donut was just okay. Again, a bit too sweet for my taste, and the texture leaned slightly wet rather than fluffy. Overall, if you like large, indulgent pastries, this place will probably hit the spot. I personally prefer smaller portions at a lower price point since I rarely finish pastries this big. That said, I'd definitely come back to try their pistachio croissant and pick up some bagels to enjoy at home. read more

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I love going to the farmers market in OB and getting bread from their stand. This past Sunday, I decided to check out the actual brick and mortar store on Newport. It's super cute inside, but what really stunned to me was that there was legit a line around the block to get in. I typically don't like to wait in line for food to be honest, but their bread is good enough that I did it and the line actually moved really quickly. Only reason I'm giving less than five stars is that it was about noon on Sunday and it was very picked over as far as variety of things available. They are open until 4 PM! When I go to the farmers market, they have way more variety of things available and the farmers market is totally crazy as far as business. I ended up getting an olive sourdough loaf and they happily sliced it for me and it is so good. It was kind of cool that you could see back into the kitchen, and there were several people back there working to bake more bread and other pastries. read more

Sourdough & Moore - Best to get here early on Sundays! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

Stopped by this little sourdough spot in OB literally 2 blocks from the beach! and finally got my hands on some gluten free cinnamon rolls. The flavor was honestly great. Not an overly sweet cinnamon roll had nice flavor balance. The only thing was it was a little on the dry side, but I also went closer to noon, so I'm guessing the early birds probably get the softer buns straight out the morning batch. Definitely worth checking out if you're gluten free or just love sourdough pastries. Gotta give this spot another visit but this time going a bit earlier in the morning for the full experience! read more

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Came here with the wifey Saturday morning, and there was a line. The staff did a good job of getting the orders out quick so we didn't wait too long. The staff here is super nice for being how busy it was. The cinnamon roll was huge it felt like a weighted a pound. It was a little on the pricey side for a cinnamon roll, but it definitely didn't lack of flavor or icing. If you haven't tried this place out, and you're in the area stop by you won't be disappointed. read more

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Came at 8am on a Wednesday - no line! Definitely recommend coming on a weekday morning as I passed by on the weekend and the line was around the block. Much easier to find parking near the beach on a weekday morning as well. I got a loaf of sourdough, 3 bagels and 1 cream cheese for about $27, all tasty. Cream cheese flavors include roasted garlic, plain, and chive/green onion. I don't think they have the ability to toast the bagels or cut your bread on site. The bagels are very chewy and the cream cheese side is a stretch for 2 bagels. The sourdough had a very thick crust and I agree was a bit difficult to cut as other reviewers mentioned. It's a very hearty sourdough a little on the dense side. Nice interior with outlets available if you have some time to sit and answer emails in the morning. Did not see a restroom. Will come back to try their pastries. read more

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Came here on a Saturday morning and there was a line. The line went pretty quickly. Came here specifically for the Cinnamon Roll and it did not disappoint. They were huge and good. The service was great. The inside was small but clean and bright. I would like to come back and try their other pasties. Thank you Sourdough & Moore for your hospitality and tasty cinnamon roll. read more

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I came to Sourdough & Moore on the recommendation of my daughter, who had seen it in a Tiktok video. I drove an hour and 20 minutes to get there. I specifically was going there for the cinnamon roll. Very sadly, they had already sold out of the cinnamon rolls by the time i arrived at 9:45am! I was crestfallen. The very kind and warm-hearted worker at the counter shared with me that they sell out of the cinnamon rolls every day by 830 or nine. So, I pass that along to you, dear Reader, with the hope to help you avert the sadness I felt in that moment. But all was not lost! They still had a Dulce de Leche morning bun and a pistachio croissant! I purchased those, and - while not a cinnamon roll (my most favored pastry) - they were delicious! The pastry is both is crispy and flaky, yet inside there is just the right amount of chewiness as well. The dulce de leche bun is downright GOOEY inside! Mmmmmm! The pistachio croissant was incredibly rich, with a touch of honey mixed with the pistachio paste. It hinted at baklava while clearly retaining its identity as a croissant. It was amazing. I'll be back. At opening hour. FOR THAT CINNAMON ROLL! read more

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I came by on a Saturday at around 9. There was a line but it moved pretty quickly - I maybe waited around 15-20 mins. Everything looked super tasty, it was a tough decision! I went with a pistachio croissant, a sea salt bagel, an everything bagel, and cream cheese. The croissant was solid and absolutely massive, easily splittable between 2-3 people. The bagels were pretty good too, just wish they had a slightly cheaper/smaller cream cheese option. I really just wanted one bagel, but ended up getting two just since I felt I had to get my money's worth for the $5 cream cheese...and still had a bunch left after eating the two bagels! read more

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I love a good sourdough and the rosemary garlic is soooo good! There's so much to choose from, and I highly recommend starting with this. The crust is just right, the inside is flavorful and has a great texture. It's better to go early when there's still a lot to choose from and it's also easier to find parking. read more

Sourdough & Moore - Rosemary roasted garlic sourdough - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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This shop is very small, the line often goes out the door but it goes very fast! I came around 10 am on a Saturday and they still had plenty of inventory. Everything here looks amazing. There is minimal seating inside and none outside. This place would not be good for big groups. All the bread they had to offer was so beautiful and looked so delicious! They even had one gluten free option which was their chocolate chip banana bread slice. It was very moist and flavorful, you almost couldn't tell it was gluten free. I also got the butter croissant, spicy jalapeno habanero cheddar sourdough bread loaf, and the cinnamon roll. The butter croissant was so fluffy and had an amazing flavor. I was a sourdough croissant but it didn't have a sour flavor, it was nice and buttery and the flavor of the bread was so good. The spicy jalapeño habanero was spicier than expected, but again the flavor of the bread was amazing and it was so soft. I really want to go back and try all of the different flavors because I was blown away with how good it was. Lastly, the cinnamon roll was very sweet but delicious! They had a very generous amount of cream cheese frosting on top. I will be back to try all of the pastries and bread they have to offer! read more

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Sourdough & Moore is an independent bakery that opened in the heart of the OB neighborhood across from Target. Parking on Newport Ave can be hit or miss depending on the time of the day. I ended up curbside next to the library and walked over from about a block away. I believe the suite they took over had been empty for at least a year. Inside seating was limited to a couple of small round tables and two countertops, one along a wall and one next to the front windows. By the time I arrived, a significant portion of the daily inventory had already been sold as evident by the empty shelves and less than full display cases next to the service counter. A menu board hung on the wall behind the counter. Tape was marked across the coffee offerings because their machine was out of order. While I was in line, a customer ahead of me purchased the last remaining Kougin Amman which was unfortunate. I settled on a Paris Classic Sandwich and a White Chocolate Blueberry Danish. The sandwich was made with ham, cheese, and a pat of cold butter in between a sourdough baguette. The addition of butter was a classic French touch which was why the product had such a name. It provided a creamy texture to the sandwich. The danish was a laminated pastry finished with powdered sugar on top. The blueberries were large, and the white chocolate made it a very sweet treat. The prices were on par with the nicer bakeries around town. read more

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Oh my goodness. This place is worth the wait - the line drew us in and the smells inside were mouth watering. Both desserts were fantastic. Melt in your mouth bombs of sugary deliciousness. The nuts in the maple bun are to die for and the cream cheese frosting on the cinnamon bun is one of the best i've had. We had both room temperature but i can only imagine they are even better warmed up. The staff is very nice and clearly enjoy what they do. read more

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Street parking only, very difficult to find as they are close to the beach. Line is usually out the door. If you are not in line when they open do not expect to be able to get items you want. They were out of almost everything before 11am. The cinnamon rolls are gone very, very quickly. I tried a few times to get them and they were always sold out. Many people waiting in line left after finding out pretty much everything was sold out. They have a very small amount of seating inside and it gets very loud so I would recommend a grab and go instead as you'll be jostled by all the people. Tried: Plain sourdough loaf $10 - it was really hard on the bottom. They did not offer to slice it, so I am not sure if they do that. Difficult to slice yourself. You need to eat within a day or two or it goes bad if you do not put it in the fridge. I have had better sourdough bread from other shops in San Diego. I would recommend to go to their farmers market shops as they always have lots of things available. Update: a few tries later and I was able to get their cinnamon roll. It is massive. Share with others. Ask for it warmed up. Served in box, no silverware, doesn't look like they offer 'for here' plates. Grab plastic utensils yourself above the trash can. Roll was sweet and sour definitely a unique combo. Also tried apple donut, really oily. Just okay, kind of pricey. read more

We bought blueberry bagels with cream cheese from the Civita farmers market. $6. Nicely toasted. But the cream cheese was pretty melted. Delicious. read more

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Great spot for a XL Pastry - was not a massive fan of the breakfast sandwich, but the cinnamon roll was wonderful. The rosemary bagel and garlic cream cheese was read more

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Fast and Fabulous Friday Feast at Sourdough and Moore! I ordered the cinnamon roll (gorgeous and huge), Breakfast Croissant, and the pistachio croissant! Then I had to pull a loaf of pure sourdough bliss off the shelf! Store front is right on Newport across from Target and the cafe is charming and lovely! Bar and table seating but this is a perfect grab it and take it to the beach! Moon was very helpful with selections and Ben is quick and kind with bringing everything out to everyone! read more

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Went back today for the second time and once again left impressed. The first time around I tried a chocolate chip cookie, an apple cider donut, a loaf of sourdough, and a plain bagel with their chive cream cheese. Every single thing was great. This time I went in planning to just grab bagels and somehow walked out with another chocolate chip cookie and a pistachio croissant. No regrets. Everything here is consistently delicious and clearly made with a lot of care. I honestly don't even have suggestions for improvement. The staff is super friendly, and even though there always seems to be a line, it moves quickly and never feels stressful. This place is officially on my regular rotation. read more

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YUMMMM!!! Sourdough and Moore is so worth the wait! This amazing local business is thriving for a good reason! Their bagels and cream cheese are the perfect way to start a morning. I had to give the huge cinnamon roll a try, just once, and it was incredible. The line moves quick so don't be too intimidated by it. read more

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SO yum. They have such a wide selection of breads, pastries, and bagels so there's something for everyone. The rosemary salt bagel was my favorite. It had a great chew to it, but crunchy exterior. I recommend getting the chive cream cheese with it. The cinnamon rolls are huge and the cream cheese frosting is addictive. read more

Sourdough & Moore - Cinnamon Roll, Rosemary Salt Bagel, Chocolate Babka - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

I love bread. Like actually love it. I'm on this little personal mission to hit all the top bread spots in San Diego and this one was next up. Pretty solid. Definitely has that Ocean Beach vibe--kinda young, kinda crunchy, kinda "I moved here for the lifestyle and now I own three plants and a rescue dog." You know the deal. They're pretty new. Used to see them at farmers markets and now they've got this brick-and-mortar. Showed up around 11am on a Saturday, waited like 20 mins. Line full of people holding matcha like it's a requirement to stand there. They were out of the cinnamon roll (sad) so I grabbed basically everything else: baguette, sourdough, jalapeño cheddar focaccia, croissant, blueberry danish thing, jalapeño cheddar bagel. I always overdo it, whatever. Everyone kept talking about the jamon beurre (the Paris sandwich, 15 bucks), but honestly the baguette and the croissant were the best things I had. Focaccia was just okay--maybe too late in the morning, who knows. The baguette had that nice chew, a little dense inside but in a good way, still moist and flavorful. Took it home and ate it with my fancy Euro butter and honestly... perfection. Great post-beach snack situation. read more

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From farmers markets to this newly opened shop in Ocean Beach, this bakery offers some of the best freshly baked sourdough breads and moore...owners Dave Moore and co owner baker Emma Gibb have been super busy as their baked goods are a hit with locals and sourdough aficionados. The shop offers a variety of baked goods from savory to sweet, muffins, croissants, cookies and of course breads of all sorts not exclusively sourdough. What makes their sourdough a standout is their 100 year old starter, offering its fermented source to achieve an aromatic taste. After tasting this sourdough, I was convinced and had to have a few to nosh on for my week of homemade tartines. There's about a dozen indoor seating and zero outdoor seating. What's disconcerting, is none of the staff members wore gloves. Even though some used utensils to handle most items, while other staffers did touch some loaves with their bare hands, which to me was not okay...I made sure I didn't purchase the foods touched with bare hands. Would be better if All the staffers wore gloves. The staff are nice, helpful but don't seem to work efficiently as the long line outside moved super slow. As some customers were walking out of the shop, their comments were overheard, saying it wasn't worth the 45 minutes wait. The exterior store front is painted in hues of copper and turquoise created the patina of oxidized copper, which looks cool. This bakery is a welcomed addition to the Ocean Beach community. Recommend read more

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I first became acquainted with Sourdough & Moore at the Mission Valley Farmer's Market at Civita Park, and I am very happy that they have finally opened their brick and mortar. Their sourdough bagels are amazing already, and now adding pastries, such as croissants, cinnamon rolls, buns, donuts, and vanishes to their already extensive line-up of baguettes, loaves, and bagels, they have gone way beyond my expectations. The place offers a few tables and bar stool seating along the wall and window. The service is super friendly. Great sourdough bagels! read more

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Great little sourdough bakery in the heart of OB The selection is CRAZY. I went with a ham and cheese croissant. Literally larger than my hand. Was topped with a great blend of onion and garlic. I also got a kouign Amman. It is my favorite baked item and theirs was probably one of the best I've ever had. First of all it's huge. Second of all it's pull apart yumminess. I think monkey breads, fancier, French cousin. I also got a vanilla latte, but it was not drinkable. I ended up pouring it out. They have two small tables inside and then bar seating. I feel like it's more a grab and go versus and eat there. They do have prepackaged breads as well It's street parking and since it's OB it's limited. But they're worth a walk. I went on a Saturday morning at 10:30 and was surprised that there was no wait. Staff we're friendly and quick if the coffee was drinkable, it definitely would've been five star stars read more

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Listen, I love a good gut-healthy loaf of bread, and Sourdough & Moore gives me that plus some! They have mini loaves (perfect for a little sourdough sampler party), large loaves once you find a favorite, and bagels and pastries galore. The apple cider donuts are amazing and the cinnamon twist is literally music to my taste buds. I haven't tried them yet, but the cinnamon rolls are absolutely giant, something worth splitting with some people. I come here every weekend to get my fix of bread and gut health. 5/5 will continue to get my sourdough fix here! read more

Sourdough & Moore - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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At around 9:00am on a Saturday, the line is out the door. Once you order, they bring everything out really quick. The cinnamon rolls were sweet and soft, but not warm. I think they'd be even better warmed up. They sell breakfast bagels on weekends. I got the bacon egg & cheese. Warning: They don't tell you it's spicy. It comes on a jalapeño cheese bagel with a spicy link and some kind of chipotle mayo. I liked it, but my friends can't eat spicy food and were disappointed. There's not alot of space inside, but there are tables on the sidewalk. Overall, I would come back, but with lower expectations. read more

Sourdough & Moore - Tiramisu croissant & cinnamon roll - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - San Diego, California

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The star of the day is the Asiago pepper bagel! It is cheesy savory with a kick and so craveable! Try to get a couple before they sellout! The service is so friendly and attentive. The bakery has a European feel to it! Seats inside and outside. You can order online for pickup also! It's in a good location in Ocean Beach where you can get espresso drinks too and take a walk down to the beach! Free street parking! read more

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Fine customer service. Loved the ham sandwich- very French. Bread was soft in a good way, crusty, but not the kind that hurts the roof of your mouth when you bite in! Also, we got the Parker Rolls for Easter dinner. Quite possibly the best I've ever had! read more

I usually get their bread at the Farmers Market and I am happy to see their storefront. They have additional bakery items so I have tried their almond croissants and cinnamon rolls. They were good but it seems best if I toast them more in the oven at home to make it more baked inside and toasty outside. read more

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Everything looked great from a distance when we first walked in. As we got closer to the counter we saw flies landing all over the food behind the glass. It turned our stomachs and the staff didn't even pay attention to it. It was disgusting. People were eating that food. We didn't buy anything from behind the counter but did buy some pre wrapped sourdough bread. It was good. I don't think I'll be back. Very disappointing read more

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So excited to try this new business!! Street parking available. Walked in and staff greeted me immediately, they were so helpful giving suggestions on what to try, and some of the favorites! I walked out with a loaf of rosemary garlic bread, a babka pastry, a blueberry croissant and a coffee. I had to restrain myself from getting more... baguettes, bagels, or sandwiches. Maybe next time! Everything I brought home 10 out of 10! The shop is cute with several tables to eat there too! read more

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We were in OB for a weekend. I had heard and read so many positives things about Sourdough and Moore that I just had to go. We strolled up on a beautiful Saturday morning and the line was loooong. Not really wanting to join the queue, we said, "Maybe another time", and moved on. Another time turned out to be later in the morning. We needed something from Target across the street. We saw that the line at Sourdough and Moore was gone so we wandered over. There were just a few customers in front of us. Most of the day's inventory had been wiped out, but we did spot some small loaves on a rack. We chose one each a sourdough loaf of Jalapeño Cheddar and Caramelized Onion at $5 each. We did not try any until the following day when we were back home. Becky and I tried a couple of slices of each, slightly warmed with a little butter. They were both excellent. We loved that the prominent flavor was the sourdough. The jalapeño cheddar came through nicely and the jalapeño added a great spicy kick. The caramelized onion was great too. Slightly sweet and not "oniony". Both were superbly balanced. The breads had a nice crust and were had exactly the right chew. If the loaves were this good a day later, I can only imagine how good fresh out of the oven breads and pastries must be. That certainly explains the line! read more

If you're going to dine in, think again. The breakfast sandwich is only available on weekends, and it's premade, so not hot. We came during the week, and the only sandwich available was a premade turkey. They said they're too busy to cook or to heat, so I ordered a bagel, but they said they couldn't cut it for me. And if I wanted to put something on my uncut bagel, they could only sell me a $5 cup of cream cheese. So basically, this place is a bakery. They said the food there is meant for you to take home, despite the tables and the strong impression that you can eat there. The coffee was good, but a tiny cup, and not full. If you're looking to sit down and eat, this is not the place. read more

Not sure what all the hype is about. I gave them 3 stars because the bread was really good, but everything else I tried was not worth the astronomical price tag. The $10 cinnamon roll was dry, was missing any type of gooey center, and had three times to amount of icing it needed. The $10 ham and cheese croissant was somehow flaky but lacked texture, like it was made the day before. It was too soft on the outside. I had to heat it in the oven at home to crisp it up. The ham inside was real chunks of ham instead of deli meat, which was nice, but it was super dry inside the croissant. The roasted garlic sourdough was really good. Not too sour and had great texture. Overall, I'd say go for the bread and leave the rest. read more

Went on the weekend and although there was a line (for good reason!!) it moved very quickly. We got the breakfast sandwich that's only available on Saturday and Sundays. Your choice of bacon or sausage. Bagels were soft and so good! Also tried the carrot cake cinnamon roll. Unreal. Can't wait to come back!! read more

I have been going here since they opened. They have the best bagels in San Diego and their almond croissant is unbelievably good unmatched anyway. I love that chocolate walnut mini loaf too read more

SOOO GOOD! Waited 30 minutes in line on a Sunday and was totally worth it. We got jalapeño cheddar bagels and a chocolate croissant. 100% recommend the bagels, the croissant was a bit lackluster but maybe I was expecting more chocolate content considering how big it was. Either way everything was delicious and I'll be coming back. read more