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    Julian Pit Stop

    4.8 (60 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Ashley S.

    What a great family owner coffee shop such a beautiful location and the decor is on of a kind with all the antique cars and interior decor . Ordered the cherry vanilla foam coffee and it was so good not too sweet. Don't hesitate to come her I've passed it so many times going into Julian . This will be a must stop every time for me

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    Dulce R.

    Spotted this place on the way into town and actually thought it might be shops, I was half right! Was not expecting a full-blown menu, I was in need of some coffee, they also had breakfast. There was seating inside, a play area for young ones, also a game board (checkers if I recall) that was being put to good use. Staff here was friendly and service was quick. We wanted to check this place out and grab another coffee on the way back to campsite, but they do close early, so keep that in mind. Will definitely be back when we are in the area.

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    Jose O.

    We ended up going during a really busy day. The outside is awesome as they have Tow Mater and a car that looks like the one from Jurassic Park. Apparently they are building a big shed/barn that will house many more cars/attractions. We ordered two coffees and they were really busy but that was to be expected, it was the day after Thanksgiving. We ended up waiting around 25 minutes for our Coffee, and when I got mine I got a cold one instead of a hot one. The staff were super kind and fixed the mistake.

    Keith A.

    A little stop just outside of the main street in town. There are some restaurants and shops to buy assorted items. 1 of the stores has a lot of musical instruments, guitars, etc. Fun collection of movie car memorabilia, see my photos for what I am talking about. Movies like National Lampoon's vacation, cars, jurassic park.

    Biscuit and gravy, half order of 1 biscuit
    Michiko L.

    Exceptionally nice service. Food was delicious. I will definitely be back. Unlike Main Street in Julian there is ample parking here and it's just a few minutes down the 79 from Main Street. Prices are also better than Main St. restaurants. The ambiance was laid-back and casual, but charming with a record player playing Sinatra when I went in. Your kids will enjoy looking at all the decor and free Pacman! I will definitely be back.

    The best bagel I had.

    Food and service was so good. Girls taking the orders where very nice, and place was so cute .

    Erica G.

    Made a stop on our way to camp and it was wonderful. The staff were so warm and attentive despite being so busy. We had the Reuben sandwich and it was DELICIOUS. We will absolutely stop by every time we are in town. The store is so cute with all the vintage signs and games.

    10/10 worth the drive from San Diego. The lady was so nice.
    Mehki W.

    Was worth the drive from San Diego, only place that seemed good in Julian and when I walked inside the lady was very nice and very helpful and she made our coffees really delicious, the outside area is very lovely.

    Breakfast sandwich with jalapeño bagel 10/10
    Audrey Z.

    Super cute place to take the kiddos and always a must to get their jalapeno bagels and an ice coffee or Ice mocha !

    Thank you for the good food and service
    Marilyn G.

    We saw this place on a yelp page while we were driving to Julian. I got so curious about the rating and went by to check them out. This place is not on the main street where the pie stores are in Julian, but I wish they were 'coz when my husband and I went inside it was cute inside, good vibes and very cozy. We were greeted right away by this Lady named LORI, she's a very sweet one. I chose to try: * BAGEL SANDWICH JALAPEÑO with Ham & Cheese and Scrambled egg. *ICE CARAMEL MACCHIATO While my Bagel was being made, the lady was very nice to let me know what condiments they had, and when i heard they have Sriracha then of course, I chose the Sriracha, my favorite sauce. I told her to set aside the Sriracha so my Son can try my Sandwich. This Bagel came out Pretty big. It's a simple Bagel, but very good. I tried my ICE CARAMEL MACCHIATO , and it was made perfectly, not too sweet at all. It was a nice Stop for a small snack before heading to Julian's downtown. Very cozy place, good food and drinks and very friendly staff.

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    Oh my goodness.....that's an amazing review!!!! Thank you tons!

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    Stopped in during a road trip through the CA mountains. Such a cool spot and amazing owners.

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    Inside--lotta seating!
    Inside--lotta seating!
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    Menu w/ tea cups
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    From Left to right - APPLE PEACH PIE , then APPLE MIX BERRY , then APPLE MANGO PIE .... all 3 were so Delicious !

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