Some of the best gelato I've ever had. Incredible flavors. I especially liked trying the…read morestracciatella, salted caramel, and moka. Ended up getting an Affogato w/ stracciatella and salted caramel and it was delicious. Friendly staff and great service in a cute shop

Bobboi Natural Gelato is hands down one of my favorite places to get gelato in San Diego. The…read morepistachio flavor is amazing--it tastes rich, creamy, and made with real pistachios instead of having that artificial almond-like flavor that some places have. My favorite combination is the pistachio with the coffee gelato. The two flavors complement each other perfectly and are a must-try if you're deciding between flavors. One thing that always makes me smile is that the gelato is stored in the classic stainless steel cylinder containers instead of being piled high in display cases. Maybe it's just me, but I always feel like that's a sign the gelato is going to be extra fresh and high quality The service was also great. Even when there was a line, everything moved quickly, and the staff were friendly and happy to offer recommendations if you weren't sure what to order. If you're in San Diego and craving authentic, creamy gelato, Bobboi is definitely worth the visit. I'll absolutely be coming back for that pistachio and coffee combo again.

We originally came to check out Blue Whale and The Cottage but with the long waits they had, we…read morewalked across the street to Sugar & Scribe and got right in! My nephew got the brownie hot chocolate and it was impressive! I got the matcha latte with vanilla

Came here for brunch on our anniversary. Didn't have reservations so we waited about 40 mins., but…read morewe took advantage to walk around and check out the cute shops in the surrounding area. When our table was ready we got seated at the most perfect and cutest table. Our waiter instantly greeted us and took our drink order and went through recommendations. My husband ordered the lobster Benedict and I ordered chilaquiles with birria, which they are some of the best I have ever had. The vanilla lattes were very good as well. Our waiter was amazing, knowledgeable, and very attentive. The restaurant is very cute on the outside as well as the inside! Even though we didn't try their pastries they looked amazing! The restaurant also sells gifts, trinkets and more. We will definitely be back again when we are in the area.

Nice atmosphere and beautiful presentation. it really gives a classic French bakery experience…read more What was available tasted delicious and looked high quality, so the potential is definitely there. However, several core items were already sold out, which made the visit a little less enjoyable than expected. Still, it's a lovely spot and definitely worth trying again.

Ambiance..cute place with a changing table but the bathrooms you need a code…read more Service...good Food..I liked the veggie crepe and salad. Dirty chai was good but not got enough. The salad needed to be cut more to eat but the crepe was warm ans loved the veggies and filling. I also got a vanilla Gelato and that was amazing.

When people talk about the magic of La Jolla Village, this is exactly what they mean. Nestled among…read morethe walkable, sun-drenched streets lined with palm trees and ocean breezes, this boutique café captures that rare blend of upscale SoCal charm and effortless European sophistication. It's an absolute staple of what makes exploring the Village so special. Walking through the front entrance, you're greeted by a curated retail space that feels like Crate & Barrel met a boutique shop in the heart of Paris. It's packed with unique home goods, chic trinkets, and aesthetic lifestyle items. Be sure to wander all the way to the back shelves--there are so many hidden gems worth taking home! The staff upfront and on the floor were incredibly warm, welcoming, and happy to chat while you browse. As you head toward the back, the space opens up into a dream of a café. One of the cutest touches is being able to actually watch the bakers rolling out fresh dough and crafting pastries right before your eyes. The smell of rich espresso and buttery pastry crust filling the air is irresistible. I grabbed a coffee and a fresh pastry, waited a short bit for a table on the patio, and pulled out my journal. Listening to the ambient music and ocean breeze in the courtyard while writing was pure heaven. Whether you're stopping in to shop for home decor, grab a top-tier espresso, or just soak in the slow, luxurious rhythm of La Jolla, this place is perfection.

Why??? Why did I not know about this patisserie? It is like walking down the street in Paris from…read moreour Airbnb and grabbing a bite to eat. This is an amazing bakery, the desserts were out of this world, and the savory tarts were even better. I am not going to even tell you which ones we bought, because honestly you need to just walk in here, look at which one fills your eyes with joy and buy that one. They are all delicious. Beautiful to for all your senses. Now I will have to find the quickest route of Ramona to La Jolla, just to enjoy these delicacies more often.

I Tried Scoops and it's such a cute little spot. The server was very sweet and knowledgeable…read more They make their waffle cones fresh, which is always a win. The ice cream selection is on the smaller side, but still solid & they also offer crepes if you want something extra. I went with vanilla in a fresh cone and it hit the spot. At $7.50, it's actually pretty reasonable for an ice cream shop in La Jolla. Definitely worth stopping by if you're in the area!

Cute great place. They had such quick service. The lady was so helpful when I told her my daughter…read morehad a peanut allergy and made sure nothing was contaminated. We got the strawberry shortcake and vanilla ice cream with sprinkles. They both were good.

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.

What a cute little cafe. I went on a Wednesday morning…read morearound 8 am and there were only a few people in line. Parking: a tiny bit rough since it was close to school drop off and the cafe is close to an elementary school but there are a lot of street spots and parking wasn't an issue when I left around 9 am. Food: I got the lavender agave latte. If you like your coffee strong, don't get this drink. It was good but tasted like hot sweet milk, I couldn't taste the coffee at all. Pistachio croissant: this thing is giant. And heavy. It will fill you up. The filling was thick and definitely needed a drink to help move it along. It was okay, nothing to write home about. Service: everyone was super kind and I got my drink quickly. Super sweet employees. The ambience was so nice. I loved spending some time reading my book there before work. I would not come back here again because I didn't love the coffee nor the pistachio croissant but thats okay. I'm still glad I got to give it a try.

I came on a Friday afternoon to try the Vidal fruit shape desserts. There was no line when I came…read more I ordered the mango and the mushroom and I loved them both!!! It was so good and rich. My bf and I shared and it was more than enough! Total came out to $28 for both. They have alot of other fruit and teddy bear shape desserts to choose from. The interior is super cute as well! Was able to find parking easily in the neighborhood.

Their desserts are too cute…read more Tried the raspberry and the chocolate bear. The raspberry wasn't too tart but I liked the little cake and mouse in it. The chocolate bear was cuteness overload and def rich and sweet, and had a sort of butterscotch flavor to it, along with a custard core. Almost too pretty to cut into and eat but so worth it.

Was walking around and decided to stop here for a drink. It was such a beautiful spot to sit and…read moresip! I want to come back to enjoy it more!

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.

The Aileen gateau is The best cake ever I've had. I wish I could order a cake every month…read more My mouth waters, at the even the thought.

One of life's joys is to celebrate another birthday with cake, yes CAKE! I like cake, not all cakes…read moreare alike. Specifically, a white or yellow fluffy bread with light not sugary sweet icing and a light vanilla custard filling with multiple berries...this cake has many names and I found some of the best at Tutto Bene Beverly Hills, Sweet Lady Jane Beverly Hills and sometimes at WholeFoods all named differently. When I saw some posted pics of this cake from this shop, I was so excited to try it. This is a very small shop with only one table inside and a few more in the outdoor patio. For reference, this cake shop is across from Pavilions in La Jolla, where I parked and grocery shopped before crossing the street to this cake shop. Upon entry I saw their version: Gateau Aileen. 'Gateau' is french for cake and Aileen is someone's name. I ordered a slice togo. The female staff behind the counter was helpful and friendly. The display case also had macarons and lots of other enticing desserts, and a small shelf of wines and sparkling wines. With excitement and anticipation, I headed home immediately and plated my slice on my fancy porcelain dish. After the first bite, I was shocked with disappointment to realized this is NOT the one, Not even close to other versions I've had. Apparently, this cake looked better than it tasted, and it tasted horribly bad, possibly the cake passed its expiration date, because ups on closer inspections, the strawberries on top looked over ripen. Good thing I didn't order a whole cake, but I hate spending any $$ on anything I can't enjoy. Perhaps is was just an off day at this bakery. Sadly, whoever Aileen is should not be associated with this awful tasting thing they call Gateau Aileen is cake NOT worthy of your Royal tastebuds. Sorry, NOT Sorry, Cannot Recommend

Cute ice cream shop in La Jolla. It felt like a mix of surfer vibes in a cabin. I thought this ice…read morecream shop was a hit. The flavors are homemade I believe and all were tasty. I had a lot of samples lol. I ultimately ended up getting a sampler with the following flavors: Guava Cheesecake, Caramel Seaside Brownie, Espresso Cookie Butter, & Honey Lavender Fields. Guava cheesecake was interesting. Creamy and the guava was subtle. But enjoyable. Caramel Seaside Brownie was good. It was a sweet and had good bites of chocolatey goodness. Espresso Cookie Butter took me by surprise. I normally don't get espresso ice cream. But I went for it. The espresso was present in every bite. But that cookie butter flavor was always right behind the initial taste. Very sweet. Honey Lavender Fields was my favorite. It was very balanced and smooth. I really appreciated that the lavender was not overpowering I also got their $5 cookies. Those were also good. I tried the confetti, snickerdoodle, and double chocolate. I enjoyed them all.

love the asian inspired flavors!…read more the matcha in the blueberry matcha flavor was so good. ube rocky road would've been better if it wasn't as melted :/ guava cheesecake was yummy too i love guava flavor the waffle cone was a little stale tho :(( i liked that they let you try the flavors and the servers were very kind and didn't rush you interior was very cute, but really small so there wasn't any seating i wanna try the thai tea oreo and honey lavender next time as well as the yuzu lychee sorbet!