Vibe/Interior: Earthy, cozy, and a place that makes you want to stay a while. Everything about this…read moreplace feels so grounded and intentional. Standouts: The vitality tonics are unlike any mocktail I've ever had - mentawai and sienna. The French toast is enormous so we had to take the rest home. My personal favorite was the panna cotta - light, refreshing, and not too sweet Service: The host was incredibly warm. Our waiter was just as warm and attentive! Our water cups were never empty. Parking: Across the street from the restaurant is a huge dirt lot that's free Pro Tips: Make a reservation in advance. We were a party of 2 and arrived at 11 so they were able to squeeze us in but almost everyone else had a reservation

We had a reservation at 11:30 AM on a Thursday, which we were seated a bit after that…read more Food: 10/10. There were 3 of us and we split the French toast, Turkish eggs, and the panna cotta which was a good combination and a good amount of food. Lots of complexity with the flavors! However, the service was subpar. Our server asked us about things multiple times. Then didn't get us water, extra share plates, more bread, etc. we had to ask others or get things ourselves. Overall the food made it 100% worth it but the service did not compare and it wasn't even a busy morning.

I was looking for tasty, special cookies. The selection…read morewas skimpy (cookies are clearly not their thing!)....and they were very expensive. The packaging was beautiful...but I removed that and put them on a plate! I would have done better buying Tate's in the grocery store.

Came here for Sunday breakfast and had such a good experience! We got here around 9am and…read moresurprisingly had no wait. The seating was spacious and comfortable, and the service was great throughout. We tried the goat cheese & spinach quiche, summer salad, crème brûlée, and lemon meringue tart. The quiche was probably my favorite savory item -- super thick and fluffy with a generous piece of goat cheese on top, and the roasted potatoes on the side were really good too. The summer salad was fresh and loaded with smoked salmon, avocado, mango, and pistachios. Definitely save room for dessert. The crème brûlée had that perfect crunchy caramelized top, and the lemon meringue tart was really cute and had a nice balance of tart and sweet. I love the wide variety pastry selection and how pretty everything looks in the display case. Overall, a really nice breakfast spot -- good food, lots of space, great service, and no crazy Sunday morning wait when we went

Went on a Saturday morning, and the line was out the door. But it was worth the weight and they do…read morea great job of moving quickly. I ordered a sandwich, a cookie and a coffee and I really can't decide which one was best It's probably one of the best cookies I've ever had in my life. They have outdoor seating that's dog friendly. A small parking lot with additional street parking. The vibe is amazing with typical southern California charm. Definitely worth the weight in line

Lofty Coffee is a spot I've been to multiple times now…read more Highlight The coffee is genuinely fantastic especially their beans. You can taste the quality in every cup, and the drinks overall are excellent. That said, my Red light it's really expensive for most people, so it feels more like a treat than an everyday stop. The one area they could improve is the service. The staff sometimes feel a bit rushed and not super helpful, especially if you're new or asking questions about their drinks. They don't always take the time to explain things. To be honest it's more like they just want to take your order and move on to the next customer. I'd give it a solid 4 out of 5. Great drinks and quality beans make it worth visiting, but the higher prices and inconsistent service keep it from being a regular favorite for me. If you love good coffee and don't mind paying a premium with okay service, it's still worth checking out.

Nectarine Grove in Encinitas is my son's favorites Celiac/Gluten Free restaurants in SD to grab a…read moreBurger and some baked goods, and it's all 100% Gluten Free. The place is popular among Celiac/Gluten free and non-celiac/gluten free people alike. The food is fresh, flavorful and very delicious. Some of the menu items we have tried over the years are: - 'The Boss Burger' (10/10) and 'The CEO Burger' (10/10) - (probably the only Rest. in SD where my son can get a completely Gluten Free and delicious Burgers along with gluten free Fries). - Avocado / Turkey Sandwich (10/10) - Carne Asada fries (9/10) The baked goods here are also very good: - Banana Chocolate Chip Muffin (10/10) - Hostess Style cupcakes (10/10) - Chocolate Lava Brownie (9/10) Customer Service: Excellent. They are always very attentive and friendly). FYI, there is parking on the street.

My friend is pretty much a regular here since she can't have any gluten, so we often come here…read moreoften when we go out to eat. While I have thoroughly enjoyed the pizza both times I've been here, this time I wanted to try something new. Nothing was really calling out to me except for The vegan Breakfast Tacos. They were phenomenal with such a generous portion on guacamole and some yummy sauces on the side! This place is perfect for both. Like Green Grove is perfect for people that are gluten-free or simply trying to cut out so much wheat or try some healthier alternatives!

An excellent breakfast spot in a neighborhood full of great breakfast spots. I went on a Monday…read moremorning and sat on the spacious outdoor patio. The iced mojito is a must-try-so refreshing and energizing. It tastes like a top notch cold brew with fresh mint and a hint of sweetness. The bags of coffee beans are from Colombia and Mexico, where some of my favorite coffees are from. The Serrano Chile, egg & cheese empanadas were delicious and two were just enough for breakfast. The chocolate chip cookies are some of the best I've had. The baristas were super friendly and welcoming. Definitely worth checking out for breakfast or an afternoon snack.

This is a different type of coffee shop. It's small, cute, and has all outdoor seating that is…read moreshared with Haggo's. Don't come here if you are looking for an espresso, latte, or any other specialty coffee that you usually get at a coffee shop. Come here for one thing which is the MOJITO coffee. It's amazing and their specialty. I crave it sometimes. It's perfection iced. And then you get an empanada. Amazing breakfast. Again- this is NOT your regular coffee shop. There are plenty of other full service coffee houses in Leucadia. Come here for the Bump Special, which is the mojito. You won't regret it.

I met a colleague here for a meeting on a Tuesday afternoon. It was a beautiful day so we grabbed a…read moretable outside. They have lots of pastries, desserts and lunch offerings. We ordered two iced matchas with oat milk and a croissant. Service was quick and friendly. The same girl who took our order made our drinks. After a few minutes sitting outside, the wind picked up so we closed the umbrella so it wouldn't fall over on us. We wrapped up our meeting shortly after. Will be back when I'm in the area.

Was in the are and decided to try manikin for the first time for breakfast. It was a Sunday morning…read moreso pretty busy but the line wasn't too bad. I opted for soy chorizo breakfast tacos and a cappuccino. The breakfast tacos were essentially flavorless. The soy chorizo had almost not flavor, not even salt it seemed. I finished them all because I was very hungry, but otherwise, I would not get this again and felt that the price does not reflect the quality of food. The espresso in the cap tasted over extracted, so I didn't really enjoy it. Overall, k didn't like the coffee or the food I had. I would not come again unless they improved. I did like that the wait wasn't TOO bad and they have lots of seating.

Stopped by here real quick for a coffee and overall had a good experience. It was a little hard to…read morefind at first, especially w construction nearby, so just keep that in mind. I ordered a vanilla iced latte and they nailed it -- the vanilla flavor was balanced really well with the espresso and wasn't overly sweet. The coffee itself tasted smooth and fresh. Definitely a solid spot for a quick coffee run.

Stopped by yesterday to try this coffee shop and overall had a great experience. One thing I really…read moreappreciate is that their flavors are made in-house, which always makes drinks taste more unique and less artificial. I ordered a honey cinnamon latte with half sweetness and it was really good. The flavor balance was great and not overly sweet, which is exactly how I like my coffee. I also picked up an iced vanilla latte, and that one was just as good. When I was ordering, the person taking my order didn't seem very interested in giving recommendations when I asked, but the barista who made the drinks was very nice and the coffee itself was excellent, which made up for it. There's some construction going on in the area right now, but I was still able to find parking without too much trouble. The food also looked really good, though I only tried the drinks this time. There is ample seating and bathrooms for customers in the back. Overall, great coffee and I'd definitely come back to try more of their menu.

Loved everything from Sip n Sea!! They have a great menu and everyone working there was so…read morefriendly. OG Acai bowl was phenomenal - one of my favorites in the area! The honey is incredibly flavorful - I've never noted the honey as a standout ingredient of an Acai bowl before but whatever honey they use is so floral and delicious it adds a really special flavor to the bowl. Great acai base as well that isn't too sweet. Matcha latte - I got the honey lavender and even with that flavor added it was not too sweet which I really appreciated. They also have juice and baked goods - what a great spot!!

This spot is AMAZING! The customer service was spectacular! My drink was too sweet and I wanted a…read morenew flavor, they remade it for me! I got the iced matcha with vanilla syrup and their vanilla cold foam and it was so good I came back the next day for another one. Disclaimer, I got 25% sweetness the first time and then 15% and it was perfect for me. Outside seating area is nice. Didn't have to wait long for my drink despite it being pretty busy. Free parking lot right next door. No bathroom but the place next door let me go. Will definitely be returning when we are in town!

Cute coffee shop with a clothing store attached. I loved the floral decor. It gave the space a…read morereally charming vibe. The staff were friendly, and the order was ready fairly quickly. The coffee was pretty good. It's a bummer that this location is closing, as it's a unique and enjoyable spot.

This place is so aesthetic, and we had such a fun time at afternoon tea! It was $42 per person, and…read morewell worth it for the experience. We each got to order a pot of tea, so we decided to order 5 different ones to try out more flavors together. The ones we picked were: -Jasmine orange oolong - Coconut milk green tea - Earl grey lavender - Vanilla cream -Strawberry rose champagne oolong tea My top two favorites were the jasmine orange oolong and the coconut milk green tea. The only flavor that none of us enjoyed was the strawberry rose champagne oolong tea, so when it came time for refills, we switched it to the rouge provence. For the food, there were four finger sandwiches: chicken breast, smoked salmon, cucumbers, and chopped spinach. We all liked the chicken breast one the most, and felt like the cucumbers and chopped spinach could have been combined into one sandwich for a more balanced flavor. For sweets, there was the seasonal scone, fruit tart, macaron, and donut. I loved the scone with the butter and fruit preserves, as well as the fruit tart. The service was polite, but a bit slow and we waited a while before our food arrived. There was only one person who was serving the entire afternoon tea area, so it's understandable that there's a longer wait. All in all, I would definitely come back for another afternoon tea experience!

I would recommend this place over and over again to anyone who loves artsy decor, good food, and…read moreexcellent service. We came here for the first time with our baby and our dog, and we had such a wonderful experience. This place is dog-friendly and even offers a yummy dog menu! Our server was exceptionally friendly and informative, even letting us know that we had only 6 minutes left before happy hour ended--which was super helpful! We ordered the Burrata Donut and Pickle Potatoes, both of which were uniquely made and delicious. Our dog also got spoiled with the Peanut Butter Banana Bowl. Definitely a 10/10 experience! We'll be coming back again and again.

Food is good! Ambiance is gorgeous!…read moreService is pretty bad.. we waited 20 minutes and still wasn't acknowledged. Not even busy either. I'd come back just hoping the service is better