We were invited to try this cool gelato spot out in La Jolla. The place is located in La Jolla…read moreCove, in the heart of the action. It is known for their delicious natural gelato as well as offering dairy free and vegan gelato. When we arrive, the line was all the way down the street and it was a very hot 85° day on La Jolla Cove. Even with the ocean breeze, it was a baking day. By the time we got to the line after finding parking, which was very packed, but bearable, the line had died down to about 15 people. I appreciated that while we were in line they had a nice young lady outside giving samples of the featured flavor called sunrise, which was delicious. It was like orange pineapple, and it was really good. One of the gelato servers came out to the line and got us from the middle back of the line and said he would be ready to serve us and so we took that as a really good excellent customer service practice. He could tell that the others in front of us we're going to get served shortly by his counterparts within the store so he grabbed the people near the back of the line to get us to get our gelato sooner. The four of us each chose what we wanted and I will tell you that the flavors were absolutely delicious. I chose the non dairy / vegan Coconut Coffee Flavor Gelato, and also another flavor. It was AMAZINGLY creamy and the waffle cone was perfectly sweet! Everyone enjoyed their gelato and we really appreciated this place. Apparently they are comparable to authentic Italian gelato...like, in Italy! Overall, I highly recommend this place. They have other locations, and I think that they are growing their brand throughout San Diego. Yummy!

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

My husband and I LOVE the cookies from Magnolia! They are typically at the La Jolla Open Aire…read moreFarmer's Market on Sundays and so we often splurge and get half a dozen cookies to eat throughout the week. They offer a variety of unique cookie flavors along with granola. You really can't go wrong with any of the options (pretty much had them all), but our favorites are the salted brown butter chocolate chip, espresso toffee chocolate & sea salt, peanut butter brown butter butterfinger, and the s'mores. They can package up your cookies in a nice box as well or they are wrapped individually. It's hard not to eat all of the cookies in one sitting, but they do last throughout the week if you have some self control! They do offer samples and even have a frequent buyer card. Buy 12 and get one free! I've gone through probably more cards than I should, but these cookies are just that amazing! Pricing is reasonable for the quality of cookie you get. The owner, Max, and the rest of the folks that work there are super friendly and you can tell that they have a passion for baking these delicious goods. I definitely recommend checking out Magnolia!

I am not the type of person to just buy cookies because I've been perfecting a recipe. Max makes…read moresuch amazing cookies- my favorite is the earl gray, fig jam, and almond cookie. It honestly could not be replicated so I won't even attempt to do so. Max is also such a pleasant owner. He's super nice!! Give him a follow!!

They who love unicorn maximalist breakfast spots, for you this place was made…read more A rec by a friend's ex, Sugar and Scribe did not disappoint for breakfast number one of a girlfriend get-away in La Jolla. After being sat on the patio and before ordering, we checked out all the merch inside, an explosion of color and sparkle. The indoor seating is a room of inviting, plush, forest green chairs and the walls dripping in white and blush pink flowers. The quote "Cooking is my soul's desire, eating is my heart's calling" catches your eye on the north wall. One of my friend's and I decided to order 2 entrees and split them - the Spicy Shakshuka Sunrise Skillet (2 eggs poached with fire-roasted tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, fresno pepper, cilantro, yellow onion, feta, harissa, cumin, chili flakes, and sourdough bread) and the Windansea Breakfast Bagel (with scrambled egg whites, Irish cheddar, sauteed garlic spinach, and avocado on a Big City everything bagel). That was a smart call because both were amazing and re-orderable. The shakshuka was flavorful but not intolerable spicy hot. The bagel made the sammich. All was washed down with a Cafe Viennese (coffee with honey, cinnamon, and vanilla, a great sub for my usual Cinnamon Dolce Latte from Starbies). The service was great and engaging and not a hustle for us to churn and burn our meal. Would love to return and indulge in some of the retail in addition to some pancake or waffles. I only had 1 bite of the single fluffy pancake that my other girlfriend ordered...quite the tease.

I'm gonna say this upfront, the flies ARE RUTHLESS here. Be warned…read more Now to the actual substance.. wife and I ordered the scripps bagel, the steak and eggs, and a single blueberry pancake to share. Steak and eggs: Funny enough, potatoes were my favorite part of this. Steak was okay - not really seasoned enough but the texture was good. Eggs are eggs, so nothing super special. Scripps Bagel: Taste was decent. I think it's more a personal pet peeve, but I really dislike when sandwiches don't hold structure. This thing just feel apart with each bite. Maybe it was supposed to be open face, but I feel like bagels contradict a fork and knife. Either way, flavor didn't really outweigh the frustration of a disintegrating sandwich. Blueberry pancake: This was our favorite. We loved the denser texture and the slight crisp around the edge of the pancake. The blueberries tasted fresh too! We loved pancakes where you don't NEED syrup, and this one hit that spot. I do want to say this rating was slightly influenced by the environment. I swear every bite was coupled with at least one hand swipe to get flies out of the way. We had three dishes in between us and we couldn't leave one unoccupied for more than 10-15 seconds without having to swat some flies away. We gave up towards the end because we couldn't eat fast enough. Tough day I'm guessing but this experience won't "fly"

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!

They no longer have the earl grey flavor or the strawberry cheesecake crumble which was the only…read morereason I went :( rip But they redid the exterior and it's cute and there's more spots for sitting! Workers are also kind!

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.

We got the white mocha oat milk lattes, which were pretty light and more milk-forward. I personally…read morewish they were a little richer. This place gets PACKED -- we came on a Saturday and the line just kept growing. That being said, it's such a cute spot with a European/Mediterranean feel. The plates and utensils are adorable, and all of the pastries looked amazing. We also got the Coppa panini and almond croissant. The panini was honestly better than I expected -- the cuts of meat tasted fresh, and overall it was a really great sandwich. It reminded me of something I'd get in Europe. The almond croissant was also really good and tasted authentic, although the butteriness was a little sweet for my taste. Overall, I'd definitely come back for the food and atmosphere!

Absolutely amazing little pastry shop that I saw on IG. While in SD had to give it a try, placed…read morean order just in case they were busy but upon arrival it was not at all busy. Super cute coffee shop vibe. The pastries are delightful. We had every item with the exception of the mini teddy bears. The mushroom is a must if you're a chocolate lover. The pistachio was heavenly, lemon, strawberry, blueberry and raspberry were amazing. The peach was the most mild flavored of the items and the mango was very good. The Dubai chocolate croissant and pistachio pastry were phenomenal. Give them a try and you won't be disappointed.

I recently found out about this popular French patisserie thanks to socialmedia. When the day came,…read moreI was happy I had the opportunity to get my sweet tooth fix at Desserts by Clèment. I was literally in dessert heaven! And, I absolutely loooved the cuuute teddy bear theme although they had to go that day. Inside had a cozy, fun, and youthful atmosphere. The staff were super friendly and open to explaining everything to me since it was my first time. I ordered a latte with quiche and "Ooh la la...très bon!" Later on, I ate one of my beauuutifully crafted mini bears, the pink one. I was blown away..."Merci beaucoup Chef Clèment!!" Based on my positive experience, I highly recommend this dessert spot to the Yelp Community :-)

Excellent service and the smoothies are delicious!!! I'll definitely come back next time I'll try…read morethe fruit bowl - guy next to us had a large fruit bowl that looked delicious!

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!