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Good for groups
Good for kids

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Marla K.

Located in the building next to storm hall, I think it's called West Commons? Not too sure. Sandwiches are pretty good. Atomic grilled cheese is really popular. I tried the Three Little Pigs and added artichokes. The sauce on the sandwich was really good and definitely the best part. There are many options to choose from and they have some gluten-free options as well. You can also create your own sandwich if you'd like. Service was okay. Basically if you've ever watched a movie with college students, expect that typical personality.

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Lili W.

This place has always been good since I was a freshman at SDSU! The vegan sandwiches are good especially the ones that come with hummus inside. The sandwiches get super messy when you eat though

Green Goddess on Wheat Panini!

Absolutely amazing paninis. plenty of vegetarian, vegan, and deli meat options. Most delicious food on SDSU campus.

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4 months ago

Love the sandwiches and the staff makes me feel like a family! Best place to spend my meal plan money.

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7 months ago

The lady is really sweet and remembers our usual orders, the food is really good as well!! Very good place on campus :)

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Great deserts.. best customer services.. every i ever had was delicious. do you guys still do street fairs?

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2 years ago

The food was good, but fairly expensive. $17 for 1 sandwich and 1 small package of chips.

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4 years ago

Honestly the tastiest paninis ever and the sweetest service every time. It gets packed with lunch rush but the lines moves very quickly :)

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4 years ago

Favorite place on campus. So many flavor options for everyone, and so many nice and calming outdoor seating areas

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Ask the Community - Olive Oil Cafe

What kind of sugar substitute do you use for the keto desserts?

Monk fruit Stevia herb Eyrithritol… Read more

Are the bars actually keto?

They sure are ! 80%

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619-244-4721

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Extraordinary Desserts

Extraordinary Desserts

4.0
(9.2k reviews)
6.5 mi
$$$

Memorial Day 2026 commenced with the most amazing dessert I'd never imagine ordering. Before the…read moredessert, the gentleman that rang me up, and the lady packing the desserts (apologies for not getting names) provided exceptional service. My name was spelled properly, a short conversation reassured my dessert choice, and as I walked up to retrieve my dessert, the lady met me halfway with a smile (thank you for wrapping so it didn't fall over). The smallest of gestures and niceties are what make leaving the house worth it. GIANDUIA. This cake is nothing you can be prepared for, yet everything you need without setting expectations. The boysenberry was the perfect separation for the waves of chocolate and the subtle crunch of the hazelnut toffee type of layer on the very top. The chocolate mousse was the exact mouth feel needed to separate the rich layers of chocolate cake. I saw, I conquered, and I was yet again impressed by what Extraordinary Desserts so purposefully and gracefully offered. Thank you for healing a bit of my soul I didn't realize was waiting to be healed.

We sat at the bar while we waited for our orders. Served fast and it was so nice that it wasn't…read morecrowded but of course due to it being a weeknight. The parking was a bit tough, but luckily I found a spot not that far away. Overall, you get wonderful customer service here! Thank you Extraordinary Desserts for making our visit enjoyable!!

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Spinach dip and chips and tomato and basil soup
Spinach dip and chips and tomato and basil soup
One of our 'go to' dessert places in San Diego.
One of our 'go to' dessert places in San Diego.
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Salt & Straw

Salt & Straw

4.6
(2.2k reviews)
6.5 mi
$$

Salt & Straw rolled out their June 2026 Chef Series which sold out quick; Fortunately two were…read morebrought back for last chance scoops: 4.5/5 CHOCOLATE CARAMEL SMOKED BUDINO By Alex Meyer and Luciana Giangrandi - BOlA DE & WALRUS RODEO, Miami Chocolate olive oil custard, caramel candied hazelnuts, sea salt caramel swirl (like a turtle dove - very sweet - I'd prefer less sugar) 4.5/5 STARLING SWEET POTATO BUCKWHEAT CRUMBLE By Dan Barber - ROW 7, New York Starling sweet potato ice cream, sweet potato miso swirl, sprouted buckwheat Florentine crumble (novel color and flavor) SERVICE With the help of staff over the phone, I was able to snag a pint of the Hong Kong milk tea. AMBIANCE Colorful indoors with outdoor street-side seating

Very good ice cream! And, free sample tastes from about 20 flavors to choose from…read more S&S offers some more unusual flavors, like Honey & Lavender and Pear & Blue Cheese, but I opted for the more predictable Chocolate Gooey Brownie. It did not disappoint. I ordered a double scoop, tho' the scoops were so generous that one scoop would have been plenty for me. Filled with chunky brownie bits, it was truly delicious, tho', perhaps, a little overpriced. The shop that I visited is in San Diego's Little Italy neighborhood, which has a 30 minute free parking zone right in front of the store front! They have a loyalty program to entice you to return again and again. Limited seating.

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Cinnamon snickerdoodle
Cinnamon snickerdoodle
Cinnamon Snickerdoodle
Cinnamon Snickerdoodle
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Pappalecco

Pappalecco

4.3
(3.1k reviews)
6.5 mi
$

A cute authentic Italian neighborhood cafe in Little Italy serving coffee, treats, gelato, and…read morepaninis. My friends and I were just looking to get a coffee in Little Italy, but when we walked in and saw all the delicious treats we had to try something else as well. I ordered a latte and neglected to tell them it was for here so I was given a paper cup, but they give real cups if you ask. The latte was good, and my friend bought a kitchen sink type cookie with chocolate, coconut, and macadamia nuts. It was warm and gooey good! Another friend tried the gelato and said it was very good. There are a few tables inside and tables out in front outside. We sat outside and enjoyed the beautiful San Diego weather. The decor and tables definitely gives you an old school Italian neighborhood vibe with Italian markets right next door. If I am in the neighborhood again, I would definitely come back here to try the gelato and/or a piece of an excellent looking lemon pie bar I spotted.

If there is better gelato in San Diego, I have not tried it…read more They have more than gelato here but gelato is all we tried. It was later in the day so they were out of or running low on some flavors. Nevertheless, the two flavors we tried were incredibly rich and flavorful. A little goes a very long way. Parking is incredibly tough in Little Italy but it is worth it for gelato this good.

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Soup Tomato.
Soup Tomato.
A pathetic attempt at a $10 cannoli

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Solunto Ristorante & Bakery

Solunto Ristorante & Bakery

4.0
(1.2k reviews)
6.5 mi
$$

Went on Memorial weekend and was surprised how quickly we got seated. Waitress was nice and warned…read moreus the kitchen was backed up but honestly we didn't wait long. We ordered a calamari (10/10), lasagna (10/10), Penne Quattro Formaggi (7/10) and Fusilli Genovese (11/10). The Formaggi was a little too rich for me... but my son loved it. We will definitely be back!!

Came here for lunch on a Saturday mainly because my husband just really wanted some gelato…read moreafterwards Lunch-- 3 stars Gelato - 0 stars Service - 3 stars Price - 4 stars my husband got some sort of fettuccine alfredo with shrimp, I got a Italian sandwich, and my best friend got a woodfired margarita pizza. Pizza was good, but soggy in the middle. The pasta was good, no complaints there. The sandwich was very lacking in the meat department... It was basically a bread and arugula sandwich. Had very low expectations for the gelato to begin with seeing as the colors were extremely unnatural and the way it was heaped was a clear indication to me that it is not legitimate gelato and unfortunately, I was proven very right. I got the strawberry so that my toddler could have a few few bites and it was so unnatural and weird tasting that she didn't even want any... And if that doesn't say something! My husband got the coffee flavor and he literally took three bites and threw it away as well. I will say, though, on the food front, the prices are reasonable here all things considered, but maybe stick with pasta... based on everything As a whole though, you can likely get a much more legitimate Italian meal somewhere else in the area, but it will probably cost you more.

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Cute restaurant in little Italy
Cute restaurant in little Italy
Fusilli Genovese
Fusilli Genovese
Solunto Ristorante & Bakery

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Nibble Chocolate

Nibble Chocolate

4.6
(74 reviews)
6.6 mi
$

Stumbled upon Nibble Chocolate and I'm so glad I did. Ambience is sweet and cozy. It's a cute…read morelittle shop that feels like a hidden gem, especially if you're someone who appreciates good quality chocolate. They have a great variety to choose from, whether you're into milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or even non dairy options. I also love that they offer chocolate drinks and coffee, so it's easy to turn a quick stop into a little treat moment. I tried the peanut butter dates and they were so good. Smooth, rich, and just the right size when you want something sweet without going overboard. I also had a dark chocolate truffle and that one was just as good. You can really taste the quality. Customer service was a highlight. The guy helping me was super personable, gave great suggestions for drinks, and was genuinely kind, which always makes the experience better. Honestly, I'm just happy I found a chocolate spot within walking distance. Definitely worth stopping by if you're craving something sweet but still want it to feel a little elevated.

I don't usually seek out vegan products, but Nibble chocolate is a Bean to bar chocolate shop in…read morelittle Italy in San Diego with single origin chocolates. I sampled chocolate from Peru, Madagascar, and Kenya, and they all had unique fruity characteristics. Because they're vegan, so they use oat milk for their chocolate instead of dairy. My wife and I also wanted some drinks while we were here. I had a hot chocolate. My wife had hers with espresso shots. Good espresso in pure chocolate will never not be good. They are family owned and they only add chocolate, sugar, and oat milk to make their bars. Overall, this was a fun place to check out at Little Italy, and they also had a stall at the Farmer's Market.

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Nibble Chocolate
Nibble Chocolate
Nibble Chocolate

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Hinar Dessert Bar & Cafe

Hinar Dessert Bar & Cafe

4.5
(800 reviews)
6.3 mi
$$

Hinar is such a cute and well thought out dessert bar. I always love looking at the fresh flowers…read moreon their desserts. I have historically gone to the Scripps Ranch location since it is closer to my work, but I wanted to try this one out. It was pretty busy in the middle of a work day, but the line went quick. My friend and I tried the pistachio drinks - one matcha latte and one latte. They were both really good! The coffee was super smooth with no bitter after taste. I would definitely return to this location.

My favorite spot for matcha in San Diego :D Every time that I go, I am always in love with my…read moredrinks as it's very consistent and yummy. I've been getting the vanilla matcha latte with the seasonal biscoff crumble cream (I hope it's more of a permanent menu item, instead of seasonal). It's so delicious! All of my friends have also agreed that they love my drink. When I've gone, I've seen a long line and also a relatively short one. The wait is never too bad, as the line moves pretty fast. I think parking has also been not too bad, as there are plenty of street parking available. The cafe itself is really cute and I love the interior. There's a front section, but if you walk down the hallway, there's a back where there's more seating and an outdoor patio. Service has been good as well :) I will definitely be back!

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Inside
White Chocolate Raspberry Cake
White Chocolate Raspberry Cake
White Chocolate Raspberry Cake

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White Chocolate Raspberry Cake

Olive Oil Cafe - sandwiches - Updated June 2026

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