My wife and I were looking for some good coffee drinks in Julian -- not easy! We checked Yelp and…read morewere happy to find Purple Owl Cafe. A nice surprise. I got an iced mocha and my wife got a matcha -- definitely hit the spot. We were lucky -- not busy at all when we stopped by, even though it was the weekend. Was nice to sit out front of the cafe in the chairs under the trees. Solid coffee option in Julian for sure. Looking forward to checking out some of the plant-based food options next time we visit.

First time here and I'm gonna chalk this up to being a holiday weekend (4th of July) and them being…read moreunderstaffed. But everything, literally EVERYTHING was undercooked. It took forever to get our food so I'm assuming they were going as fast as they could, and cutting corners where they had to just to get it out quickly because the place was packed with other 4th of July tourists. But the breakfast potatoes were practically raw, the crepe was gummy, just all around terrible. It was also way too expensive for the quantity and quality. Again, I'm trying to give the benefit of the doubt and assume that normally they are a better restaurant. Just avoid this place on holidays like the plague. Between the price, the wait, and the food quality, of the worst dining experiences in recent memory

Ambiance..cute little place with so many cute items for tea…read moreService..fast and friendly Food..amazing flavours especially the sandwiches and cut3 childrens tea

Lovely experience doing afternoon tea! Gluten free accommodations are possible and really…read moreappreciated the level of care taken for allergies. Our server was very enthusiastic and friendly. The tea consists of 4 course: soup, sandwiches, scones and dessert. The sandwich tray included traditional flavors like cucumber and egg salad but with unique spins like a curry chicken salad and jalapeño cheddar biscuit. All the sandwiches were delicious although the cucumber was a bit light on flavors and spread. We were able to try 4 different teas: white strawberry rose, Dubai chocolate (actually tasted and smelled like chocolate), Scottish caramel and passion fruit mango. The maple pumpkin butter was a unique scone topping that I really enjoyed that lasted like fall and seemed to fit the environment of the town well. The entire shop is decorated in beautiful tea settings and there is a shop displaying lots of local goods. Highly recommend!!

This Coffee shop is located off the main downtown road. There is parking located in the front and…read morealong the road. It gets packed quickly! Initial thoughts entering is eclectic, charming, and homey. They offer a variety of pasties, snacks, and local goodies. We got a variety of drinks and everything was good. It is one single barista so we had to wait a few minutes to receive all our drinks, but worth it. Service was attentive and i would definitely go back.

This little shop is very homey and welcoming. The decor here was arranged with love- it looks like…read morea Grandma's kitchen/living room. There are old school appliances on display (see photos), and floor to ceiling options for local jams, hot sauces, syrups, and more. If you have a sweet tooth, they have lots of fresh made pastries. There are also many cozy seating options indoors and outdoors. They have a full espresso menu here, along options for black coffee, tea, caramel cider, and hot chocolate. The barista was very friendly and allowed us to sample their cider before we decided if we wanted to order it or not. The cider was nice and sweet, but we opted not to order it this time. Instead, I ordered a hot caramel macchiato, but did not enjoy it because it was quite bitter. Usually when I order a caramel macchiato, it is milky and sweet. My partner ordered a basic black coffee and said it was burnt and very foamy.

Trays full of fresh bread of different varieties, whole pies, a case full of beautiful desserts and…read morebaked goods, plus an excellent lineup of sandwiches, the only problem is what to pick. This has become a go-to spot post-hike in the area and always is the treat I look forward to. On my most recent visit I had the BLT which had avocado, an egg, and chipotle mayo on brioche - hit the spot. Each sandwich comes on a different type of bread, which adds to the flavor profiles for each. Sometimes places just put it all on wheat or sourdough, but I like how the bread is paired to add to the sandwich. There's seating inside and out and always plenty of parking, though I can imagine on the weekend, it's more competitive. Although the spot has been around for a while, I just recently got introduced to it on enthusiastic recommendations from others, so I pass that enthusiastic recommendations onto you.

I read that the owner of the French Gourmet bought Dudley's and promised not to make any changes to…read morethe baked goods.  That does not appear to be the case.  We showed up at 1pm on Wednesday and it was quiet.  In the past there was a big lunch crowd and the shelves were full of fresh baked breads and pies.   Supposedly, breads are baked every other day now.  I bought a loaf of Hawaiian sweet bread and it was at least a day old.  I suspect more like 2 days old.  The outside was starting to get hard while just the center was soft.  There was an aroma of bread sitting around for a while.  King's Hawaiian bread from Costco has a fresher aroma and has a fresher more vibrant flavor while you get twice as much bread for the price. Maggie misses the fresh baked fruit bars and were soft and full of sweet fruit flavor.  Cashier told us they are only baked on Saturday now.  We touched the fruit bars and they were all hard from sitting around half the week.  It's sad as we loved stopping here after a trip to Julian for fresh baked treats and Doc Brown's Root Beer.  Looks like we will have to buy all our baked treats at one of the Julian bakeries like Apple Alley that bakes their pies every morning.  https://www.hungryones.com/2021/10/apple-alley-bakery/ Staff was nice and efficient.

Great little cafe right inside the La Casa Del Zorro resort where friend and I were staying. We…read morewanted to grab a light snack and coffee to start off the morning while we packed up to check out and head back home. This isn't a Starbucks, but a "We Proudly Serve Starbucks" type of cafe. There is an assortment of made-to-order drinks including coffee, espresso, tea (they have one of those fancy espresso machines), as well as bottled beverages. An assortment of pastries and other packaged snacks. There is seating both indoors (with air conditioning!) or outdoors among the resort grounds. This is a nice little oasis in the middle of the vast Anza-Borrego Desert State Park - while it is part of the LCDZ resort, parking is free, so if you're just driving through, you can probably just park to grab a bite.

This place is a true hidden gem--literally! It's a little tricky to find since it's tucked away in…read morea complex, and the only sign is a small Starbucks logo. I passed it a couple of times before spotting it near some parking spaces. Inside, you'll find a full coffee bar serving pastries and breakfast. I ordered a Mexican mocha and a cinnamon croissant, and both were absolutely delicious. Honestly, that croissant might be the best pastry I've ever had! I'll 100% be back whenever I'm in the area.

Great food and drinks, fantastic service. Great variety of coffees, cold and hot…read more Friendly young servers who served with a smile; Riley & Micaela are awesome Great corner lot with ample space to park, sit, and have a chat, or turn on your laptop and get some work done. This is the place. This coffee shop is a great pit stop and daily hangout.

Super cute little cafe. All seating is outdoors but there is lots of shade. Toys in the back for…read morethe kids to play with. The garden bagel was delicious and the iced vanilla latte was yum. Friendly and fast service.

So glad I got to be there for their final day on Monday, August 31, 2026. I haven't known the…read moreowners for very long, but after all the times I had the chance to enjoy their amazing pastries, sandwiches, and sourdough bread, I was more than impressed, and definitely well fed! Also complained when I drove 45 minutes uphill both ways to have nothing left to buy. LOL We also shared plenty of good laughs, especially when I told them I was allergic to water, salt, and oxygen. Somehow, they still managed to find something I could eat. I was lucky enough to buy their very last loaf of sourdough bread, and yes... it is now safely tucked away in my freezer. I'm trying to savor it one slice at a time and make it last as long as possible! It's sad to see such a special place close. I truly hope whomever takes over the business is able to carry on the wonderful tradition, quality, and warmth that made this place so memorable. Wishing the owners nothing but the best in whatever comes next. Thank you for the great food, the laughs, and the awesome memories.

We have been here 2 times, and will never be back…read more Beware of the Owner who will likely also be your server. Here is why: On our first visit, the prices for drinks were high to begin with, but when we asked for an iced latte upgraded to half and half (Breve), we were told it would be extra. Shame on us for not asking how much. A 24 ounce latte with regular milk was $6.95. The upgrade to Breve was an extra $4.00!!! For a grand total of $11.80 with a flavor shot!!! And the drink was of very average quality. More recently we got a scone that was EXTREMELY DRY. When it was brought back, the owner first said "You realize this is a scone, right? As a 30 year baker, that was insulting. Then she squeezed it and said she wanted us to try "the middle". Again, insulting. When I politely declined and said I'd like to get something else, she was very hesitant, and said she was afraid we would be unhappy with another selection, and preferred to give a refund. Insulting a third time. We think the owner might consider a more customer-centric approach, but that's just us.

Hey! When you walk up here you smell this delicious Coffee presents and warm smiles here at Daily…read moreRoast is inside the Viejas Casino It a always ready for a quick coffee to go and grab a snack or sandwich's & salads Or treats here very clean and excellent customer service And times it's busy in morning rush or a afternoon break

Great coffee shop inside Viejas casino. Make sure you use…read moreyour V Card to get discount or use your points. They sell Starbucks coffee here as well pastries and sandwiches. It's a nice place to relax away from the smoke and machines. Great for your pick me up if staying at the resort.

I have been using this delightful coffee by Palomar Roaster Chef Glen for over a year. Being…read morestranded on a mountain sans coffee can be a nightmare. He has a special "stargazer" blend used by famous Scientists observing from the Hale Telescope at the Observatory. Just dialed him up (old school style) had a conversation and picked up some coffee at his business. Special mention to Glenn on a night we had snow, he hand delivered direct to the posh cabin Blacks @5500 (unpaved road and pitch black) in the evening. Grateful, Glenn even (usually coffee is in bean form) ground some beans for me I was just exhausted for several fun/secret reasons. Thanks Chef Glenn for the service and great recommendations on dining places.

Hey this place is great! Baja chicken was better than expected. Service was excellent our waitress…read morewas super nice... so considerate. Expressing was not bad really woke me up. Things to consider the wait outside was not to bad, but get your name in. The door to the place open outward. So haha they arnt closed I promise it's just the door. Apple awesome ... and they have togo window!! Hey friends tip big these girls drive a long way to serve. And they need your support. Love supporting small business and especially people that care.

Saturday night in Julian, most places are closed. But not Julian Cafe and Bakery ! It was doing…read moregold rush business, quite fitting for Julian. Just about every table was occupied, but the servers were efficient and certainly friendly. My order was the Cafe Hamburger ($16.95) which came with a huge portion of French fries, and slices of pickle, onion and tomato. I requested mayo to complement the house-made ketchup. The patty was thick, done medium well, and very tasty, clamped by a very fresh bun. Tammy was the server, and despite being quite busy, checked in once or twice. A great burger and great service.