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!

LOVE this place so much. My boyfriend and I are now regulars. Great food (excellent…read morevegetarian/vegan options), coffees (he gets a London Fog and loves it), homemade salsa and organic pesto sauce are amazing, nomnom potatoes, avocado salad, all good stuff. Most of all I love the chill atmosphere, comfy courtyard/patio, cozy indoor nooks with bookshelves - I sometimes bring my laptop to work there on the WiFi and enjoy the shady plants and vibe. They are very dog friendly and we adore the nonstop parade of doggies!

This is a quaint spot for breakfast-brunch. 2nd time here and it did not disappoint. The coffee was…read morevery good and flavorful. I don't usually order a breakfast burrito as they are often bland and require gobs of salsa for flavor. Not here! From the first bite to the last, no added sauces needed, however, their house-made salsa is incredible. You could put this salsa on a piece of cardboard and it would be amazing. We are not from SD but visit often and this will be a regular stop for us now. Thank you!

Bob was great and so friendly !! Was our first time here and he gave great recommendations.read more

Very friendly staff and fast service. Drinks were great with a good selection. Food items were…read moreyummy as well. Overall, chill place and friendly environment.

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.

Just wanna say this is my favorite coffee shop in La Jolla\. Everything is delicious, the baristas…read moreare literally artists, and the food is amazing\. But my favorite part, by far, is the people\. I love Emma, Nada, and Calvin--they're the best\. They're honestly the reason I come here every day\. They make me laugh every single time, and they're just such funny, beautiful, genuine people\. They have the best energy\. The only thing I'd change is the music, it gets repetitive Thank you! LOVE YOU ALL

I avoid downtown La Jolla like a plague. It's a nightmare to get there and once you get there, you…read morecan't find anywhere to park. But for Paru... I'd do it. Paru is legit! The tea is just out of this world. They have so many different varieties of tea, from many different regions in Asia and I'm just completely blown away by the owner's breadth of knowledge and passion for the tea. If you're looking for connection, passion, stories more than just herbs you dunk in water, this is the place. They're so friendly and helpful that I don't feel intimidated asking them for recommendations based on my preference and what I feel like trying that day. They also have a small space at the back where you can reserve and enjoy some tea tasting. I definitely recommend to experience that if you've never been. It's absolutely worth checking out.

PARU tea shop in La Jolla is steps away from iL Giardino bakery. This tea shop opened a couple of…read moreyears ago, once prepared matcha tea drinks but now only focuses on the retail shop of selling teas, specifically matcha and all its accoutrements some basic and some fancy $$$$. The shop is small, the staff helpful and nice. On display were various ceremonial grade matcha loose leaf teas. Perhaps these teas are good, but I need to taste it before making a commitment. I'm a green tea connoisseur and usually drink organic which I prepare at home. Still a worthwhile visit to learn a little more about tea, specifically Matcha. None of the teas on display indicate organic so it was a pass for Paru.

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.

Excellent service and the smoothies are delicious!!! I'll definitely come back next time I'll try…read morethe fruit bowl - guy next to us had a large fruit bowl that looked delicious!

Cute stop in La Jolla to get juice, coffee, or healthy breakfast/lunch items. For my first round, I…read moreordered beet juice and a medium hot Mexican decaf coffee. It was a nice ambiance to sit and enjoy your juice and coffee. We ordered quite a bit of items as we were waiting for another member of our party to meet us here. The bathroom is beautifully and nicely decorated but they are super strict about using the bathroom even if you are a customer as they had a bathroom (there is a key you have to ask for) "wanted bandit sign"apparently for vandalizing it....which I understand however When another member of our party came, we went inside and the line was so long we decided to use the bathroom before ordering more, we were in there less than 5 minutes and the owner/manager knocked and knocked, I came out and apologized and asked if she knocked. She did apologize but said other people are waiting. I ordered another juice and was going to order sandwiches and acai bowls but felt like we probably were at cafe more than an hour and out stayed our stay. I understand as a business you have to be strict about the bathroom and that is their policy however if it is a juice/coffee place your customers are bound to use the restroom several times especially if they are continuing to order. Unfortunately, It did turn me away to try the food which I actually was looking forward to as they did offer organic croissant sandwiches. We decided to just choose another place to order food. I'll have to think about returning as we are always in La Jolla for yoga.

Beautiful cafe, a long line but the service was great and the food was ready quickly, overall it…read morewas super good

I loved their ube pancakes! It was something completely different from anything I've seen before…read more The presentation was spectacular, and the taste was spectacular. Literally, I will go back here every time I go to San Diego because it was that good. There's not too much seating available because they get really busy and the place packs up pretty quickly. But we were still able to get seats, which really says something about their turnover time. The people were also really nice. I also got their BLT sandwich, which was really good. I expected the hash brown presentation to be a little bit better, but other than that, the taste of everything was great. If anything, having the savory sandwich with the sweet pancakes was a really good combo because we were able to balance them out. It's also really close to the beach, so that's another plus. Definitely recommend!

Good customer service, consistent (amazing) coffee! I love coming here. Such a special treat! Thank…read moreyou!

My first visit was wonderful, which is why I came back. Unfortunately, my second visit wasn't as…read moreenjoyable, and on my third visit I ended up canceling my order and leaving. The issue isn't your staff--they've always been friendly, welcoming, and helpful. My concern is that so many people are using the tables as workspaces while connected to the Wi-Fi that it's become difficult for paying customers to find a place to sit and simply enjoy a conversation over coffee. I hope you'll consider creating some guidelines for Wi-Fi use, such as designating a few tables for people working on laptops and leaving the remaining seating available for customers who want to relax and socialize. There are also outdoor benches and other public seating that could be used by those working for extended periods. Right now, it feels like the balance has shifted away from creating a welcoming coffeehouse atmosphere for your patrons. I truly like your location and appreciate your excellent staff, but until this changes, I'm sorry to say I won't be returning.

Stopped by La Fresheria and had a great experience! it was pretty busy, the cashier was incredibly…read morenice, friendly, and welcoming. They stayed positive and provided excellent customer service despite the rush, which I really appreciated. The food was delicious and definitely lived up to the hype. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful. I'll definitely be coming back and would recommend La Fresheria to anyone looking for good food and great service!

The açaí bowls were delicious! Everything in them was so fresh! My son got Nutella in his and he…read moreloved it! They were also huge bowls too! My husband got a sandwich. It doesn't look too appetizing but he liked it! I would come back just for the bowls though!