Stopped by Pinpoint Cafe in La Jolla on a Thursday morning with my girlfriend visiting from…read moreCharolette, and it was such a great start to the day. She wanted a coffee / cafe with a great view and this spot did not disappoint! The kind barista recommended her favorite drink, the maple brown sugar latte, and she absolutely did not steer me wrong. I got it hot in a small, and it was the perfect cozy pick-me-up -- smooth, flavorful, and not overly sweet ($7-8) The atmosphere was welcoming, and the location is even better since it's just a short walk from the beautiful views of La Jolla's Bay. Definitely a spot I'll be coming back to anytime I'm in the area showing friends around!

The smoked salmon toast was amazing!! Coffee was not watered down / so well made! Barista was sweet…read moreand welcoming. Even tho the outside is small, it's very beautiful and on a busy street where it's always fun to people watch

Loved the Mayan Mocha. Service was quick and friendly. Easy access to the sea lion's viewingread more

This is a quaint Cafe for breakfast or lunch. There is a good selection of muffins, pastries,…read morebreakfast bowls, burritos, waffles, wraps and coffee/juice. There is indoor and patio seating, either spot is nice and clean. Inside has cute wall art with a beach and parrot theme. If you choose outdoor seating, you will have a spectacular view of the cove and seals across the street. There is paid parking beside the cafe that connects to a hotel. It is convenient to have lunch then walk along the shore, which is steps away. Sincerely, Rosemary

The embodiment of a beach town coffee shop!…read more With an open concept, surfboards lining the wall, and a collection of beachy merch, Hermosa Surf is crossover of a surf shop and a coffee shop. It's superrr aesthetic and is reeling in all the chill coastal vibes. We opted for an Iced Frothy Coffee Latte. It was solid- decently strong and super creamy! A nice sip as we perused this adorable store and the surrounding neighborhood of Bird Rock.

I really enjoy the overall atmosphere and aesthetic of this shop--it's clearly designed with…read moreintention, and the interior setup is super visually appealing. It's easy to see why it's become such a popular spot, especially for people in their 20s looking for that perfect, modern coastal vibe. The merchandise is great too--stylish, on-trend, and fits perfectly with the brand they're going for. It's definitely a place you want to take your time browsing. That said, the space is pretty small, and at times it can feel like the staff is watching you while you shop. I completely understand that it comes with the size of the store, but it can make the experience feel a little less relaxed. I do wish there were some outdoor seating or a bit more space to hang out, because the aesthetic really lends itself to that kind of environment. Overall, it's a really cool shop with a strong identity and great products--just a few small tweaks could make the experience even better.

WHAT A GEM! I am so thrilled to have found this place. It's nestled in some trees off a main road,…read morevery easily missed but this is not a spot you want to overlook. It's a small shack with a patio overlooking the ocean. The views are amazing and if feels like your in a forest. I got the cold brew with banana cold foam and absolutely loved it! It was a very strong tasty cold brew which is my favorite. This is going to be my go to place when I want to read at a coffee shop next!

It ifs very important to remember that there is absolutely no parking available at all if you turn…read moreyou car down the little roadway that leads off of La Jolla Shores Drive. I tried it an got caught (with another car) in a myriad of twists and turns through the Scripps Institute of Oceanography. In addition, the Pinpoint Café Restauant is actually located across the road from the water--it is not direct oceanfront at all. I think you need to get there really really---like 8:00 am. There ss a long, long line snaking out the door when i arrived on a weekend.

Love their juices --so consistently fresh and delicious love the green juices and acairead more

Always my favorite place. Quality ingredients and great Customer Service. Delicious smoothies that…read moremake you feel great. I highly reccomend this location. Enjoy.

My husband has been raving about Blue Bowl for a while, and I finally got to try it today --…read moreunreal! We waited about 30 minutes (Sunday afternoon rush), but it gave me plenty of time to explore the menu. I usually stick to a simple order, but with so many base options, I decided to "do it all," and I'm so glad I did. My son loved the pitaya and mango bases (and so did I). The blue coconut and classic açaí were excellent, and the blue chia topping was a fun and tasty surprise. All the fruit was extra fresh, and the granola added the perfect crunch. We absolutely loved everything and will definitely be back soon!

BLUE BOWL @ UCSD LA JOLLA…read more Parking is available, but I believe you have to pay if you park in the garage. I decided to just park along Gilman Drive, which is free, and walked about 20 minutes. Honestly, it wasn't bad at all -- it was a sunny day and there's plenty of street parking if you're willing to walk a bit. I've always loved Blue Bowl Superfoods in Oceanside. It's SO good and easily one of my favorite açaí spots, I could literally eat it every single day. I love all the customizations they offer, the variety of bases, and just how many ingredients they have. This time, I decided to visit their UCSD location, which is right in the middle of University of California San Diego's campus. They open around 10 AM on Saturdays (and typically around 8 AM on weekdays), and even right at opening there were already a lot of people waiting. My friend and I were still able to get in and out pretty quickly around 10. I ended up getting their mango passion base along with açaí. For toppings, I loaded it up strawberries, bananas, apples, blackberries, blueberries they truly have so many options. I also love their variety of nuts, seeds, and different types of nut butters. They really don't skimp on choices. Overall, I would highly recommend stopping by. I was SO full after, and honestly, you could even split a bowl with a friend because they pack it generously. It's about $12 for a normal medium-sized bowl, which I think is worth it for the portion and quality. The staff were very friendly and welcoming, which I really appreciated. The ambiance is nice it's more of a grab-your-bowl and then sit outside type of vibe, but there is indoor seating as well. Definitely one of my favorite açaí spots, and this location did not disappoint.

This gem was hidden. It is outside on the left of the building. The owner was very friendly and…read morenice. I ordered a caramel macchiato. The coffee was smooth and tasteful. It was not overly sweet compared to Starbucks. I would come back again for a cup of coffee.

The drinks here are truly awesome! The barista was extremely kind and gave great recommendations to…read moreme and my wife. I typically don't get acai drinks, but this one was great! Nice place to sit outside too!

Before taking a walk around the UCSD campus, my daughter, niece, and I stopped by Shake Smart for a…read morecold treat. My daughter got the Chocolate Strawberry smoothie and absolutely loved it! She recently graduated from UCSD and this was her favorite smoothie (still is). My niece got the Frutopia smoothie and enjoyed her drink. I opted for a build-your-own açaí bowl. The bowl came with any 4 toppings, additional toppings varied it cost per item. I chose strawberries, blueberries, bananas, and new pollen. I also added sliced almonds and granola, topped with honey. The gal who helped build my açaí bowl (Acharipon, I probably butchered the spelling of her name), was very pleasant and had really great customer service skills. It's obvious she was well trained and had the skills set to work in food service. What sets this place apart from other places that sells smoothies and açaí bowls was the friendliness of their staff. Acharipon made a pretty bowl that was Yelp photo worthy! What I loved about my bowl: The açaí base was very frozen. Some other places make it watery, which I do not care for. I liked how it was frozen, down to the last spoon! The blueberries were frozen (I love frozen blueberries). Areas for improvement: The strawberries were frozen and chopped into tiny pieces. Fresh strawberries would've been nicer. The toppings options were limited. The shop was very clean and organized. There was a self-help kiosk where you placed your order, but payment was at the register. It seemed a bit odd that the kiosk didn't have the functionality to accept payments, because the order had to be re-confirmed at the register when it was already confirmed at the self-help kiosk. This slowed down the process slightly, which I didn't mind. Overall, I enjoyed the experience here and would definitely recommend it!

on ucsd campus. the sdsu one is much better. smoothie was not like a smoothie. shake smartread more

I wanted to try this place because I kept hearing how awesome it was. Everything sounded great…read moreabout it, the location, aesthetics, food, beach vibe, and service. What do you know I was able to find parking in La Jolla easily. It just so happened I turned on Fay Street which is another busy street in La Jolla, and someone was backing out of their parking spot, so it was meant to be. I walked a short distance to Kline street which was the cross street of where "Blue Whale" is located. At first, I felt like I was not going to try it here because of the line of people and people everywhere outside and a long line inside the place. I decided to wait because I did not know when I would be back. When walking in, the vibe is cute, casual, and beach themed. The music is energizing and happy too. I placed my order with a friendly cashier and told her I wanted it to go because all the tables outside and inside were filled. But, someone was getting up from their table and I quickly walked over to snag the table inside. I had a cute, small table up against a window. Again, another sign I should try it. I ordered a sugar-free latte and avocado toast with an egg on top for added protein. Guess what, my food arrived in five minutes. Shannon, the manager brought it to me. I was so impressed how fast the service was and the friendliness here being so busy! She runs this place so professionally and efficiently. She is super friendly also! The rest of the staff the cashier, waitresses and waiters were also accommodating, friendly, and helpful too! Shoutout and Kudos to the chefs who create such deliciousness with the food. And, kudos to the baristas also who make such flavorful drinks. You all ROCK! The avocado toast with egg was incredible! So artistic with the presentation and the flavor was pit of this world DIVINE! The coffee was superb! I i understand the hype here! They deserve more than 5 stars! Whether you are a local or visitor, "Blue Whale" is a must! Outstanding in every way! #yelpsandiego #sandiego #lajolla #lajollacalifornia

Like many others, I was excited to try this place after seeing it on social media…read more What they didn't show online is how packed this place can get on the weekends, when I came on a Saturday afternoon the line was out the door and wrapping on the street. Even if you end up getting through the line to order, there doesn't seem to be a guarantee that there will be a table for you as seating was relatively limited. I ended up getting a to-go order since I didn't want to wait in line, but was a bit disappointed in the food given the hype. The California burrito was good but could have been more flavorful and the fries could've been crispier, and the mango sticky rice matcha was great in concept but the matcha flavor could've been stronger in execution.

We literally just left here. The hostess saw me put a blanket on and had them bring a standing fire…read morepit which was so nice of her and attentive. This place was so esthetically beautiful. My husband loved his steak chilaquiles, and I go the Lox Bagel with a side of potatoes and scrambled eggs and couldn't finish it. The staff is exceptionally nice. Definitely give this place a try.

We enjoyed our brunch at Sugar and Scribe in La Jolla, CA…read more This was my second time dining at this restaurant and was as delicious as the first time. Chef Maeve Rochford, the owner of Sugar & Scribe won Season 2 of Food Network's Holiday Baking Championship. She is also known for competing on Food Network's Beat Bobby Flay and Kids Baking Championship. We recommend trying the following: *Butter Poached Lobster Benedict with Poached eggs, Maine Lobster, Arugula, Parsley hollandaise with side of potatoes and bacon. *Blueberry Love Pancakes with blueberry compote, snow sugar and white chocolate mousse. Both orders were excellent 5/5 stars. I tried the Horchata Latte but couldn't really taste the horchata and wasn't sweet enough for me. I wouldn't order this latte again, but maybe y'all would enjoy the flavor better. The restaurant has outdoor seating with heating lamps and welcomes well behaved dogs in their outdoor patio. We had excellent customer service and look forward to coming back! Give this place a try! Happy Yelping :)