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Heard about this boba spot that does kpop inspired drinks and events and have been wanting to try it! They have an extensive variety of kpop inspired drinks and lots of events for different groups' comebacks and anniversaries. You get your choice of cup sleeve and banner with every drink. The lady at the cashier was sweet and gave us some freebies! I had the Fall In Love Again (raspberry lemon cream smoothie with strawberry jelly) which was pretty good! My sister had the Romance: Untold (mango vanilla milk tea with strawberry jelly) but it was kinda light in flavor. Both drinks were not too sweet. They were on the pricier side but the cups are huge! I love that their drinks are kpop inspired and they have so many kpop events there, so cool! read more

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I've been wanting to try this place for a while and was in the area, very easy to find parking. Service was great and very friendly, and they gave us our choice of Kpop banner and cupsleeve with our purchase. The lady at the cashier was very kind and also gave us some extra freebies! I ordered the Romance: Untold (mango vanilla milk tea with strawberry jelly) and it was yummy but could use more flavor. I also enjoyed the Fall In Love Again (raspberry lemon cream smoothie with strawberry jelly) my sister ordered. They are a bit pricier but the size is big. I love how their drinks are kpop-inspired and would love to visit for more events! read more

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A random stop in this shopping center off the freeway turned into a nice surprise. We felt so welcomed by the owners of this cute, well-maintained K-Pop themed, drink, and dessert shop! The charming and delightful woman greeted us right away and asked if we had any questions about the many offerings they had. There is so much to choose from! My company made their choices from the pictures posted on the windows. Freshly made Hong Kong egg waffle ice cream cups, with their choice of ice cream and chocolate or caramel drizzle on top, and for drinks, Fruit burst with rainbow popping boba. I couldn't decide at first, but she suggested some things, and I told her I wanted something not overly sweet. I went with the Coco Nuts about You drink. Everything was made to order and tasted sublime. We will be back to try more from the menu, like the Jiggly Cake. Thank you, U Dessert Eats! read more

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Bebe R.

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It's all K-pop! I love it! And the drinks are amazing too. More people need to come here!

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This boba shop gives off college dorm room KPOP lover vibes! The menu was a bit overwhelming; you have to look at 3-4 different screens to see what they have, so it took us awhile to order.. Drinks are a tad pricy, and we waited over 30 min for our order -- we felt bad as there was only one employee and of course everyone showed up at once. Drinks were pretty tasty, but the ice cream waffle was my favorite part of the order! It was light and fluffy, plenty of ice cream options, and big enough to share between 2-3 people. read more

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Great service and fun drinks! Always a win when we come. It's nice to have a really good boba place nearby :)

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Lynnette M.

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This place is so gooooooood I would def come back Customer service was amazing and check out process was fast They have a huge selection as well Yummy read more

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Cute place, inside seating. Friendly service. The owner was kind and explained waffle to us. Very helpful and informative. So many variety of drinks and desserts to choose. I ordered the Klaxon- Mango cream smoothie with condensed milk. And my Son ordered the cookies n cream with chocolate drizzle waffle. My smoothie was a good portion size. The mango flavor was so intense. I am a mango lover and it was definitely delicious. A refreshing drink for sure. My Son had the waffle dessert and he said he loves it very much. The waffle compliments with the ice cream. You have a choice of different flavor ice cream to choose. Or you can order the waffle alone. You will not be disappointed read more

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Seen this place on Instagram and I'm so glad we were finally able to go! The place was pretty empty so we were able to place and receive our order pretty quickly. We ordered two drinks and a HK Egg Waffle with ice cream and they were all tasty. Our drinks were Lalalalala and Back For More and they were delicious! I would definitely try it again the next time I'm in the area. read more

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Jacquelyn Bortnem B.

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Everything is so yummy! Everything was clean. The staff is very friendly and gave suggestions on most popular flavors. read more

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Cielo A.

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the owners are so incredibly nice!!! and the drinks are so delicious!!! love this place so much!!!

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Lincoln G.

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Usually not too big of a boba fan but there milk tea boba is sooooo good. There boba is just too good. I'll def be back read more

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Lupitahh B.

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My friend and I came in to get a couple of Kpop albums which the lady up front was so nice about helping us find what we where looking for, we got a Bills drink with boba bubbles and it was so good, I got a free album for my purchase of $30 and over, also since I didn't get a drink the lady up front was nice enough to give me a cup sleeve for free ! Great albums in stock, delicious drinks and a nice service ! Definitely come by to THE only Kpop album seller in San Diego and also the drinks and desserts are cute and yummy, so cleverly named after Kpop songs read more

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It feels like you're at a college dorm room blasting K pop music with BTS all over the walls. They have so many choices on the menu that I didn't know what to get. They had March favorites, April favorites, signature drinks, top 10 drinks, HK waffles. I normally get some sort of milk tea but decided to do fruit tea this time. I got winter melon ($6.89) from the top 10 menu. It came with coco pineapple jelly bits already. It's flavored winter melon so it had that syrupy earthy herbal taste. My BF got Happiness which was mango kiwi green tea with coco pineapple bits. This one had a mixture of sweet and sour. They sell desserts like HK puffle waffle with ice cream and jiggly cake ($12.99). I didn't want to get the cake but my BF wanted to support a small business so we ended up getting the cake which I regret. It wasn't good. Yes it was jiggle when you shake the box but it was a dry knock off version of Sara Lee pound cake. Parking in this plaza was easy. Tapioca Express is a few doors down. For the price, I would say it's worth it because you can get the same mixture at another place in Clairemont for $8-11. I find this place just average and feel like we need to give it another try because I just don't see the equivalent of 5 star review that others wrote. read more

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Tova L.

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Phenomenal dessert spot. I personally love the Chamber 5, which is a blended taro and coconut ice drink. It is so tasty, and a huge portion! My friend ordered the Hong Kong waffle, which looked great and was also a large portion. Very cute indoor seating and quick service. read more

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Elissa O.

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They have a lot of options and they are super friendly, I would recommend, the drink I got was too sweet tho, but it was good

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Diana Y.

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Wonderful and creative drinks. The whole family loves the Hong Kong waffle. The staff is so sweet and always ready to serve. The inside is all K-pop themed and I had no idea when I first went here, it was a nice surprise. The music is great and usually have a wall with a balloon arch for a picture. read more

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Marilyn G.

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We went to drive our friend to go in San Ysidro to shop at the Outlet before they go visit Rosarito. And driving back, we remembered we went to this place before called " U DESSERT EATS ". And today, We are happy to find this place again, coz the last time we had the drinks here they were all good! So went here today and ordered other different drinks and this place never disappoints, everything we tried today was so good too! The owner is Awesome and very nice, place is super clean, has good drinks, and lots of parking . read more

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Ash L.

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I've been here a few times for the waffles and ice cream. The waffles are sooo good! And you pick your scoop of ice cream and chocolate drizzle. It's super cute inside with lots of photos of kpop starts and a photo op area. Super cute! read more

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Fola I.

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I might need to try the other drinks but unfortunately I was disappointed in what I had purchased. I basically paid $9 for milk and boba tea. Whatever syrup or sauce was used didn't really take and I felt that it was overpriced for what I ordered. read more

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Julie S.

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Second day coming in and boba did not disappoint! Today we got a bubble waffle with fruit and the bills drink with boba as well as the ice cream chillin with boba. These drinks are so good. 10/10. Workers are so nice. Greet you as soon as you walk in and it's so cute inside. I've tried many boba spots and this has to be on the top of my list go check them out! read more

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Justin F.

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I was with my son and we wanted to have a father & son dessert time!!! We found this little shop near the area we were at and wanted to try it out. Once we arrived there was a good amount of parking and the business was easy to find with its lights and logo. Once we walked inside you could smell the sweet aroma of waffles and the atmosphere was pleasant. We were quickly greeted by the employee and he helped us with the menu. I ended up ordering a delicious smoothie with various toppings while my son ordered the waffle cup with mint ice cream. We both very much enjoyed our dessert and will most likely come back to this establishment to try other options. So if you're in the mood for something sweet and different then I would highly recommend this place. It was great and the employees were very nice! read more

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I cant believe I forgot to post this sooner. We stop by on New Year's Day as we were craving boba and the entire town seemed to be closed. It was our first time here, so as you can guess we weren't too sure what to order. There was a young lady and a gentleman working. The service we received, along with their help was on another level of customer service. They were beyond friendly! I cannot remember the exact names of our drinks but they were more or so: sprite with lemonade and a sea salt caramel. Both drinks were very refreshing and tasty. We as well bought one of the Japanese breads. Another tasty item they have. read more

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Diana C.

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It's delicious but the almost 30 min wait to get your drink not so much. The inside is very cute but if they could have a few tables and chairs inside and outside that would be great. read more

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Jon A.

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Mike.....oh Mike.... Shouldn't have done that Mike....that was a really poor miscalculated response on your end.... How much is your Large Thai Tea with Boba including tax? I said $12 for a Thai Tea Boba with a question mark because who in their right mind would pay $12 for a Thai Tea with Boba? lol obviously I did not buy it. How much would you charge a customer if they asked for a cup of ice? I said $1.25 because your employee told me it would cost $1.25!!! lol And of course I said this is for my niece in the car after I was told $1.25 and she still said "well it's still going to be $1.25" and you were right there as well, LIAR! I stated specifics from my experience. Sorry I did not go into detail into every aspect of irrelevant information needed for my review. What does it matter if I received a phone call? It doesn't. I came in with high hopes and left extremely disappointed. I have never in my life been disrespected and made out to be a liar from a review! Your best course of action should have been to apologized for the bad experience and then offered up some type of remedy to rectify YOUR mistakes (like a free drink next visit). That would have made me return to your business and potential be a repeat customer afterwards but now you just have an even more disgruntled customer who at every turn will make sure no one in his large network visits your business. This is a recipe for NOT how to deal with a negative review. This is actually a blue print for how to NOT run a business. SMH read more

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Garland W.

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IT WAS SO GOOD‼ My dad took me and I really enjoyed it!! I got the Hong Kong egg waffle with chocolate ice cream, and it was super good! And the service was great, they staff is so friendly!! I really recommend going! read more

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Khang D.

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Drinks were really good but a little pricey but I love all the kpop theming they have for both drinks and the place itself. It's also really nice that they offer albums for sales with POBS for a decent price as wella read more

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Roger A.

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Great drinks! Cool atmosphere. Awesome service! The employees were so friendly and welcoming. read more

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Rona L.

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This place has the cutest design!The worker here are super nice.They have so much selection and everything looks so good.I think I have a new favorite boba place in San Diego now.We got bunch of different kind of boba ,But my favorite one was "young luv." Omg it was so yummy.The worker even gave us some freebies bts.I highly recommend this place.My new favorite boba place. read more

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Nadia E.

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The lady who always makes my drinks is just fantastic and so sweet! I've been here a few times and always feel welcome. There's always new things on the menu for me to try and the bubble waffle is a must! read more

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Heidi P.

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This Place Is A Nice Chill Environment With Friends. The Drinks And Desserts Were Really Good. Didnt Take To Long To Make And Not A Long Wait Their. There Were Some Small Chairs To Sit Inside But Not For Big Groups, Everything Was Fresh (Bananas, Strawberries) Overall It Was Great For My First Time Visiting!! Definitely Would Go Again read more

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#49 for 2018 Opened about 6 months ago, Mike, the proprietor, is just getting started serving up asian flavored drinks with a little twist. He has had a self serve yogurt shop in town for 15 years and another similar shop for 5 years. Bringing that experience into his own neighborhood he hopes to capture that support with this new venture. We tried 2 drinks. Both refreshing and good. The Purple Romance takes the popular Filipino combo of ube and macapuno. Ube smoothie with bits of macapuno. The twist is the added juicy lychee. This hit the spot for me after a strenuous hike. The 2nd, Rose Blossom was super refreshing. The citrus cleanses your tongue and cheek while the popping boba explodes juicy flavor all around. He plans on bringing in desserts that you don't see often or never have before. He did share his plans with me but I think it best to keep that for now. Super friendly service. Great refreshing drinks. Will be sure to be back soon. read more

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Denise I.

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I ordered the fruit ice cream waffle and the presentation was really good. Everything was really good and service was really nice. read more

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Stopped by while in the area... clean, simple decor. Not busy. Ordered a couple drinks. They have several refreshing drinks to choose from, and different cups as well (regular, split, bulb)... ordered and it took just a few minutes to be ready, it wasn't too busy, just a couple other customers. Got the kids Queen B's lemonade and they really liked it. Drank it up pretty quick.. I got their tea mojito, I liked it. You get a hint of all the flavors, mint, sweetness, tea... Kinda pricey though.. 3 drinks ended up costing about $19ish (1 split cup & 2 regular cups) read more

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Karina C.

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Was craving tapioca express and was disappointed to find out it closed down. Went to this place instead and was even more disappointed to get a watered down milk tea for 10 dollars ....... read more

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4370 Palm Ave
Ste I
San Diego, CA 92154
Otay
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(619) 651-7690
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Hours

What time does U Dessert Eats open?

U Dessert Eats opens at 12:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does U Dessert Eats close?

U Dessert Eats closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 12:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does U Dessert Eats take credit cards?

Yes, U Dessert Eats takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does U Dessert Eats have catering options?

No, U Dessert Eats does not have catering options.

Does U Dessert Eats have a drive thru?

No, U Dessert Eats does not have a drive thru.

Indoor Amenities

Does U Dessert Eats allow dogs?

No, U Dessert Eats does not allow dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does U Dessert Eats have bike parking?

No, U Dessert Eats does not have bike parking.

Does U Dessert Eats have parking?

Yes, U Dessert Eats has parking options.

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Is U Dessert Eats wheelchair accessible?

Yes, U Dessert Eats is wheelchair accessible.

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Solunto Ristorante & Bakery

Went on Memorial weekend and was surprised how quickly we got seated. Waitress was nice and warned…read moreus the kitchen was backed up but honestly we didn't wait long. We ordered a calamari (10/10), lasagna (10/10), Penne Quattro Formaggi (7/10) and Fusilli Genovese (11/10). The Formaggi was a little too rich for me... but my son loved it. We will definitely be back!!

Came here for lunch on a Saturday mainly because my husband just really wanted some gelato…read moreafterwards Lunch-- 3 stars Gelato - 0 stars Service - 3 stars Price - 4 stars my husband got some sort of fettuccine alfredo with shrimp, I got a Italian sandwich, and my best friend got a woodfired margarita pizza. Pizza was good, but soggy in the middle. The pasta was good, no complaints there. The sandwich was very lacking in the meat department... It was basically a bread and arugula sandwich. Had very low expectations for the gelato to begin with seeing as the colors were extremely unnatural and the way it was heaped was a clear indication to me that it is not legitimate gelato and unfortunately, I was proven very right. I got the strawberry so that my toddler could have a few few bites and it was so unnatural and weird tasting that she didn't even want any... And if that doesn't say something! My husband got the coffee flavor and he literally took three bites and threw it away as well. I will say, though, on the food front, the prices are reasonable here all things considered, but maybe stick with pasta... based on everything As a whole though, you can likely get a much more legitimate Italian meal somewhere else in the area, but it will probably cost you more.

Cute restaurant in little Italy

Fusilli Genovese

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Pop Pops Fabulous Paleta

This place is phenomenal, excellent service even on a weekday, the food was great!! Me and my…read morefriends wanted desert and this was the perfect place for us, well within our price range for our enjoyment!

My husband and I spent 2 weeks in Coronado and we went to Pop Pops almost everyday! We tried…read moremultiple flavors and thought each and every one was delicious! Our favorite was the Greek Yogurt and Berries and we had them put graham cracker on it. Highly recommended!!!

Bana - Tella Paleta Banana with Nutella filling paleta

Pistachio Power

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Biscoff Cookie Butter Pop with chocolate sauce and graham cracker crumbles

Nonna + Zucchero

NONNA has me in a chokehold and I'm staying there forever!!!…read more Chicken Parmigiana is my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE, and no one can convince me otherwise. Located in the heart of Little Italy, Nonna's is just one of those places you have to visit. The service is AMAZING, the food is DIVINE, and the energy is always so warm and welcoming. Parking can be a bit stressful, especially on busy evenings (which is pretty often), so be prepared to park a little farther away or pay for nearby parking around $25.

After grabbing small dinner in Little Italy , walked over to Zucchero's to grab a cannoli to-go…read more They had a ton of freshly made desserts and couldn't resist so I grabbed a fruit tart pastry as well. Both were delicious (~$6/ea). Prices are a little high for a single cannoli. Service was fast as well. The dessert/coffee bar is located inside Nonna's restaurant. They have seating inside and a few spots on the sidewalk. They also make coffee/tea, etc to go as well. Their gelato freezer was broken but they normally have a small selection as well. Parking in Little Italy sucks - not their fault.

Beef carpaccio

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Tortellini Funghi

Holy Paleta

I saw this on Instagram and had to try it! I got the Pop Spicy that included mango pop with chamoy…read moredrizzle, tajin spicy mangos. It was good, but a little expensive for a popsicle. We also had a cookies n' cream with 1/2 chocolate dip and Oreo crumbs. We went in the middle of the day and it wasn't busy. Inside is decorated super cute

Stopped by in the middle of the day, so it wasn't very busy. The place is quite spacious inside and…read moreoffers lots of dip and add-on options. I got the Chammango on a stick with chamoy on one side, and it was really delicious. That said, it felt pretty expensive for a paleta, and I'm not sure it was worth the price, more reasonable pricing would definitely help.

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Nibble Chocolate

Stumbled upon Nibble Chocolate and I'm so glad I did. Ambience is sweet and cozy. It's a cute…read morelittle shop that feels like a hidden gem, especially if you're someone who appreciates good quality chocolate. They have a great variety to choose from, whether you're into milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or even non dairy options. I also love that they offer chocolate drinks and coffee, so it's easy to turn a quick stop into a little treat moment. I tried the peanut butter dates and they were so good. Smooth, rich, and just the right size when you want something sweet without going overboard. I also had a dark chocolate truffle and that one was just as good. You can really taste the quality. Customer service was a highlight. The guy helping me was super personable, gave great suggestions for drinks, and was genuinely kind, which always makes the experience better. Honestly, I'm just happy I found a chocolate spot within walking distance. Definitely worth stopping by if you're craving something sweet but still want it to feel a little elevated.

I don't usually seek out vegan products, but Nibble chocolate is a Bean to bar chocolate shop in…read morelittle Italy in San Diego with single origin chocolates. I sampled chocolate from Peru, Madagascar, and Kenya, and they all had unique fruity characteristics. Because they're vegan, so they use oat milk for their chocolate instead of dairy. My wife and I also wanted some drinks while we were here. I had a hot chocolate. My wife had hers with espresso shots. Good espresso in pure chocolate will never not be good. They are family owned and they only add chocolate, sugar, and oat milk to make their bars. Overall, this was a fun place to check out at Little Italy, and they also had a stall at the Farmer's Market.

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Bobboi Natural Gelato

If you find yourself in Little Italy and need a little sweetness in your life, Bobboi Natural…read moreGelato is the place to be. Tons of street parking available. Friendly staff andany flavors to choose from. Never a bad choice.

Cute little gelato shop in the North part of little Italy. Outdoor seating and indoor stool…read moreseating along an open window, so you can happily watch the world go by while eating. Their gelato is so good that I suggest that you sit down while eating it!! The gelato tastes like it is well made with quality ingredients. Many interesting, yet thoughtfully concocted flavors (that is, tasty but not weird). I especially loved the rose flavored scoop. Wow! The servers were polite and dedicated to their product, and were happy to let us try samples.

Pumpkin Amaretto, Mediterraneo, Pistachio

Small Vegan pistachio and matchatella 2 Flavor Gelato Container

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Seating by the open windows

Hinar Dessert Bar & Cafe

Hinar is such a cute and well thought out dessert bar. I always love looking at the fresh flowers…read moreon their desserts. I have historically gone to the Scripps Ranch location since it is closer to my work, but I wanted to try this one out. It was pretty busy in the middle of a work day, but the line went quick. My friend and I tried the pistachio drinks - one matcha latte and one latte. They were both really good! The coffee was super smooth with no bitter after taste. I would definitely return to this location.

My favorite spot for matcha in San Diego :D Every time that I go, I am always in love with my…read moredrinks as it's very consistent and yummy. I've been getting the vanilla matcha latte with the seasonal biscoff crumble cream (I hope it's more of a permanent menu item, instead of seasonal). It's so delicious! All of my friends have also agreed that they love my drink. When I've gone, I've seen a long line and also a relatively short one. The wait is never too bad, as the line moves pretty fast. I think parking has also been not too bad, as there are plenty of street parking available. The cafe itself is really cute and I love the interior. There's a front section, but if you walk down the hallway, there's a back where there's more seating and an outdoor patio. Service has been good as well :) I will definitely be back!

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Malibu Farm

4.5

(2.2k reviews)

11.4 mi

Vanessa was our server and she was the best! She made great recommendations for brunch on Sunday…read more Great vibes, food was amazing, staff was so friendly! Matcha tiramisu was 10/10!

I had a BLT Caesar salad with grilled shrimp. It was amazing. But what really made the meal…read moreenjoyable was the excellent service Gianluca provided! He was very knowledgeable about the menu, made a great recommendation for a drink, and was genuinely friendly and responsive.

SPACIOUS and CLEAN !

Lobster sliders

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Strawberry Matcha Latte

Born & Raised

we came here for my friends 30th birthday and hour server honestly made our experience! the vibes…read moreand atmosphere are 10/10 but Marie went above and beyond to make my friend feel special and we couldn't stop laughing and enjoying her company! The service was 1000/10 and we can't wait to come back

Food was out standing, had a beef Wellington and the portion was more than enough. The service was…read moreover the top. We had a really good waitress, Maria was her name. She was very kind and respectful...she needs a raise for sure. The ambiance was very picture perfect I would come here again

Dirty hash browns with trout roe, chives and crème fraiche

View from our table

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BURGUNDY SNAILS BONE MARROW & TOAST

Izola

Family-owned & operated

LGBTQ friendly

I took my mother here for Mother's Day this year and this was both of our first time at this…read moreamazing place. It was a such a warming experience. You can tell that they really do pride themselves and how they make their items. Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. They're homemade coffee syrups were such a perfect pair. With an open space concept and greenery, it was such a full experience. What really made this experience truly great, was seeing the owner and head chef, Jeff interact with us and others! You can tell he cares. The staff was also welcoming and took the time to give us a rundown of everything being our first time. You owe it to yourself to take a break and enjoy a pastry here.

Wow! A truly amazing bakery. The croissant is buttery and flakey. Easily one of the best croissants…read moreI've ever had. The quality of the pastries and welcoming atmosphere make this place worth visiting over and over, if only I live in San Diego Thank you, Bess, for your kind help. You're awesome!

Iced Coconut Cream Latte: espresso with condensed coconut milk and topped with the most luxurious version of coconut cold foam. Luxurious!

IZOLA Carnitas Croissant: A tribute to the flavors of Mexico and a warm thank-you to the flavors that inspire us from across the border.

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IZOLA croissant. Crispy exterior, pillowy inside. 3 day process. Hand-made with organic flour, grass-fed milk, butter from Normandy.

Hinar Dessert Bar & Cafe

Hinar is such a cute and well thought out dessert bar. I always love looking at the fresh flowers…read moreon their desserts. I have historically gone to the Scripps Ranch location since it is closer to my work, but I wanted to try this one out. It was pretty busy in the middle of a work day, but the line went quick. My friend and I tried the pistachio drinks - one matcha latte and one latte. They were both really good! The coffee was super smooth with no bitter after taste. I would definitely return to this location.

My favorite spot for matcha in San Diego :D Every time that I go, I am always in love with my…read moredrinks as it's very consistent and yummy. I've been getting the vanilla matcha latte with the seasonal biscoff crumble cream (I hope it's more of a permanent menu item, instead of seasonal). It's so delicious! All of my friends have also agreed that they love my drink. When I've gone, I've seen a long line and also a relatively short one. The wait is never too bad, as the line moves pretty fast. I think parking has also been not too bad, as there are plenty of street parking available. The cafe itself is really cute and I love the interior. There's a front section, but if you walk down the hallway, there's a back where there's more seating and an outdoor patio. Service has been good as well :) I will definitely be back!

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Labora

I went here yesterday and not sure who it was didn't get his name but he was super nice and told us…read moreto leave a review~ I told him I had heard this was the best place in town and was excited to try it as a first timer....safe to say it was worth it ! Definitely recommend coming here. :)

This is one of the best matches I've had in a while! I like how you can choose how much sweetness…read moreyou want in your tea. The best one so far is the Vienna matcha which is ceremonial matcha with vanilla cream foam on top. It does get pretty busy but my wait time was about 10 minutes for ordering and 5 minutes for waiting for the drink. Definitely going back soon! I don't recommend studying there if you don't like super busy cafes with loud music.

Scarlet 3

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Between Us

I've had Between Us on bookmarked ever since it opened! This brunch spot in North Park serves up a…read moremenu of fusion brunch options with Japanese and Filipino influences. I was nervous about coming without a reservation, but my husband and I arrived early and were able to grab a spot at the bar no problem. We started with the beignets that can either be served sweet or savory. We opted for the sweet which came with a sesame and matcha dipping paste. They were fresh and clearly made to order! They were a great start! For entrees, I got the Japanese curry and my husband got the duck and waffle. The curry was so good! I loved the whipped egg on top. It was so light and fluffy. The portion was huge and I was able to take about half of it home for a second meal. I was full from the delicious brunch, but still ordered a matcha to go. It was the only thing that I thought wasn't so great. I didn't love the matcha and the strawberry puree was a little too chunky for my liking. Everything else was great though! Prices here are pretty steep, but the food does taste good!

Food was delicious - they have unique Asian fusion items like even yuzu hollandaise for the late…read moredish. Service on the other hand was one of the worst / most inattentive I've experienced. Got there for reservations at 10:47 on a Saturday. I immediately put in an order for beignets since I knew they might take a while. They came out around 11:15. I hadn't been asked by anyone since I walked in about anything else, so eventually I had to flag down someone at 11:30 to put in a food order... 45 minutes of no one really looking our way to take an order or ask about drinks. I ordered 2 dishes that then probably took another 30 minutes before they came out. My husband joined us at some point, having brought food from another place at which point a waiter told us he can't eat outside food in the restaurant, which usually I wouldn't mind, but that was literally the only major interaction we had with our waiter aside from being seated and bringing out the beignets and it had been over an hour long wait to get food by then... All in all, food is great, but wait time / service was extremely disappointing. Order take-out unless you have a super free schedule to potentially wait an hour for food.