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    The Organic Grail

    4.5 (11 reviews)

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    "Extra toasted bagel"
    Katlyn C.

    I have been going here for years and I love the coffee and quality ingredients that they use. I do think they need to replace their toaster oven though because I always order my bagel extra toasted and it always comes out as raw bread, still not toasted at all, and then I have to re-toast it at home instead of eating it on the go, which was what I was hoping for.

    Chocolate croissant. Spongey, heavy, greasy, bland.
    C H.

    I really hesitate reviewing something so low from a small, local, business but I wanted to share my thoughts in case perhaps this was a fluke? First off, the location was great. The place itself is adorable and just a quick turn off of the freeway. I ordered a chocolate croissant from Plume & Brew (the croissant was made by The Organic Grail). The service was fast & friendly; they offered to warm up the pastry which I accepted. Once receiving my croissant, I took a little bite. My first thought was that the flavor was bland; it tasted like there was no salt. Maybe it was just a weird piece? So I waited until I got home to try the rest. Once home, I took a bite from the middle of the pastry and noticed that the texture was completely off. There were no flaky layers... it felt spongey, heavy, greasy, and bland. The only saving grace was the chocolate but even with that I, sadly, threw away the rest. I would like to try more pastry's from this place out of curiosity (maybe the scones are better?) but I don't think I'll ever order a croissant again. The two stars are for the location & service. Unfortunately, it was the product itself that lacked appeal. I hope this is helpful!

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    Excellent croissants. Everyone should try it. Buttery and flaky. Melts in your mouth.

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    4 years ago

    Wow! awesome place and a cute little drive through!!! need coffee or a croissant ? pull over off the 76!!!

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    “I did enjoy my Mexican mocha but it did seem a bit watered down from the moment I received it.”

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    Arevalo’s Bakery  - Esquite

    Arevalo’s Bakery

    4.7(39 reviews)
    4.5 mi

    I finally decided to head out to north county to try these since I do follow this business social…read moremedia and I was not disappointed at all!! Things bought: Raspados (1 fresas cremosas and 1 strawberry), elotes puercos, equites, and some pan). Food: Raspados flavors were really good and not watered down at all. What I liked about these raspados was that the ice doesn't melt fast and nice ice texture unlike other spots I've tried in SD county. The esquite has been one of the best I've ever found here in SD county (I've tried so many trying to find the right one since moving here 9 yrs ago!). Fresh corn, perfect amount of cheese with great taste, and just delicious. Elotes puercos had this sauce that I wish it was offered in the esquites as a flavor. PLEASE NEVER CHANGE THE RECIPE of this sauce!!! I tried 3 different types of pan (cochinito, oreja, and this white yellowish ball). The cochinito had a strong after taste that I didn't enjoy. Oreja was ok and I actually did eat, would of liked more of the glaze on it. The white yellow ball had no flavor at all (I'm assuming it was butter with sugar but still no flavor) but the bread itself was tasteless as well. Ambiance: Pretty clean and organized, bright pretty color tones. Customer service: Was greeted as soon as entering and every employee was very attentive and with a friendly attitude. Great job to all of you! I will definitely come visit again, I don't care that your location is about 1hr away, THIS SPOT IS WORTH IT. Please open one down south area in SD County.

    Friendly service. Best raspados around.. hands down . summer is right around the corner! Pull up…read more Estos si son de los mejores para refrescarse

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    French Bakery Cafe

    French Bakery Cafe

    3.0(434 reviews)
    4.1 mi
    •$$

    Still, not what it used to be…read more We decided to attempt this once again after avoidance since our miserable last try. New owners? New Chef? This time a Sunday morning around 9:30am, just before the church crowd. Place seemed unusually empty; maybe three customers, some others just getting some pastries in a bag to go. The parking lot was empty as well. Perhaps it gets much busier in another hour. We ordered an omelet with house potatoes, since they 'didn't have' hash browns that were on the menu. We also shared a two-stack of pancakes. Food tasted terrific. My wife keeps talking about those pancakes. The portions were acceptable, as the wife and I shared one plate, a stack of pancakes and a less than truly good chocolate-almond croissant. I do consider the cleanliness and order of the establishment a factor of my experience. Basic stuff, like cleaning the hot sauce bottle caps. Sheesh! Also, why is there a leaf blower in the dining room? The leaf blower stayed right there the entire time we were visiting. I wish I could say this was a great experience, but that experience is still elusive after all these years. CritDicks

    Scrambling for a last-minute birthday cake, we found ourselves at the French Bakery Cafe, which has…read morechanged its name to VAN DOUGH BAKERY. Thank goodness - what a find! With only fifteen minutes before they closed, we were lucky they had a cake, and the friendly staff were more than happy to write "Happy Birthday" on top. They also had candles for sale. The baked goodies behind the glass looked so good, we also got an eclair and a peanut butter fudge brownie. The cake was delicious - with a layer of cream and strawberries inside, and the eclair was airy and creamy. But that peanut butter fudge brownie was amazing - thick, dense, and full of flavor. If you're ever nearby, stop in a grab a few goodies from VAN DOUGH - you'll be glad you did!

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    Martinez Bakery - Tamal de rajas

    Martinez Bakery

    4.7(22 reviews)
    5.9 mi
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    This bakery is a must try! Interestingly enough, I found…read moreout about this place because of their tamales! These are hands down the best tamales de hoja de platano that I have ever had. I am sucker for green chicken tamales and love their take on it with the banana leaf, it gives the tamale a differing flavor profile which in my opinion makes them stand out from any other places that make tamales. I must say, the day I went to buy some I got really lucky to have been able to buy some because everyone calls and sets their order before hand and they sell out quick. I also wanted to say that I tried their natural orange juice and gelatins and they were delicious. You can tell that they don't cut corners here and they serve you quality food. I will be back to try their cakes and bread in the future.

    Great panaderia in Vista, right on Postal Way Off the 78. They open early in the morning and have…read morenumerous types of Mexican fresh bread all delicious, numerous pastries from cookies, sweets, cakes, very small shop, but the counter woman is very nice and helpful. You get to pick and choose what you want. I heard they also have excellent tamales but I got here at 12:30 1 o'clock and they were all sold out so I believe you have to come early on the weekdays and the weekends. I believe the weekend hours vary and they're only open for a small window of time. Cookies, bread's, breath and variety of the pastries are very wide. Will be back to try their tamales soon.!!

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    Crumbl - Oceanside - 9/28/26 - 10/3/26: Midnight S'mores Cookie

    Crumbl - Oceanside

    4.4(227 reviews)
    4.0 mi
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    Locally owned & operated
    Grab-and-go

    I used to think the big cookies were too much and really doughy but after coming back to try it…read moreagain, it's changed and it's really good. We order the mini cookies and the flavors are pretty good. We devoured the ones we ordered: brownie batter, s'mores and churro cookie. The consistency is soft and not too doughy. Expect sweetness but it's not overwhelming. It's a great dessert to share when you're craving something sweet. It's fun to try the weekly cookies and is great for birthday parties or events. They don't crumble when you cut them so with the big portions it makes it easy to serve and share. There aren't any tables inside so plan to take it to go. You can order with a cashier or the kiosks available, which is convenient.

    This is the 3rd or 4th Crumbl that I have ever been to. I have been to the one in Carlsbad and 1 in…read moreLa jolla for sure. They all seem to be set up about the same way. Walk in, look at the sample cookies, look on the ipad tablet and order. One of the staff will deliver you your order shortly after. The staff was polite, but like their other 2 locations, they seem to be going through the motions and more interested in whatever they are doing making the cookies, etc. I almost feel like they feel hassled to stop, box my order, and hand it over. Not that they are rude or anything, but it seems like it would be better if they had a person who only dealt with the public and handing over orders. The menu changes from time to time, with new additions. I can appreciate that, but it is annoying when an item you like goes away. The prices are outrageous and the size seems to be going down, but they do taste great if you are looking for a sweet decadent treat. This time I tried the Strawberry shortcake $5.98, it was ok, disappointing. Not as good as some of their cookies and the Dubai chocolate treat. I am hardly ever in this area, so that is why I would not go back. The Carlsbad location is much closer and I pass by their more often and that is the one that I go to more frequently. They do have a rewards system, but it is annoying because it takes forever to get to 500 points to get a free cookie and they took away the free birthday cookie.

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    9/28/26 - 10/3/26: Snickerdoodle Cupcake Cookie

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