This place has the most insanely delicious vegan pastries omg. In one of their display cases they…read morehave an entire shelf that is labelled as all vegan, and luckily I asked an employee if there were any other vegan options because he told me that one of their two rows of rolled croissants were also vegan. I ended up getting a vegan almond croissant and a vegan chocolate hazelnut rolled croissant, both of which were ridiculously good. The almond croissant was nice and flaky yet still buttery inside, and the almond filling was lovely. However my favorite was definitely the rolled croissant, the hazelnut creme inside was so light and creamy and when taken in a bite with the croissant and chocolate shell coating was heavenly. They had so many other options that looked incredible, in particular if I came back I would definitely want to try the vegan kouign amann. The inside is cute and has a small amount of seating, however the place is quite busy and fills up very fast. Me and my friend were lucky to get there early and be able to claim a table, and so they plated the pastries for us quite nicely and heated up her pizza croissant. Everyone we interacted with was lovely. This place is actually perfection I cannot recommend enough.

For this experience I'd give them 3-4 stars. I came here on Labor Day around 11am. There was…read morealready a line out the door and a crowd of people inside. There were only three workers plus I believe the owner in the back. There was a sign on the door asking to keep it closed for the AC, but it kept being propped open. When we came up to the front, it was chaotic. I understand a rush can come suddenly and all, but I'm not sure how long the milks remained sitting on the bar. I would say after you're no longer using it - it should go back into the fridge. By the time we ordered they ran out of their Banana special pastries and several other pastry options. Even the dessert case was minimal. They didn't have banana cold foam or chocolate cold foam either. I ended up not buying any pastries and ordering an Iced Orange Blossom & Apricot Latte with Whole Milk. I don't mind if it takes a while to make the drink as long as the quality is there. It was very milky and the orange blossom portion tasted straight up artificial -- like an extract or something. Initially, I thought it would be like an orange blossom honey. But I don't think it was. And the apricot purée at the bottom looked beautiful, but the texture of it was not good. I tasted "dried" bits and also the skin of the apricot. It was gritty and overall, not very nice in the mouth. I think if they were to make this into a jam or blend the apricots sans skin, it would be better. Couldn't really taste espresso, not worth the money. This next part is just a note for customers, they have a section that states "empty plates." Something I kept noticing was that people stacked their trash on the plates as well-- this limited the ability for the workers to nicely stack them to bring it to the back to wash. There's a trash can inside the patisserie, and it's not that difficult to throw your napkins, straws, and utensils away. In addition, another note would be that perhaps they can add a little square dish for the stacked paper cups to rest upon. That way the last cup, whose rim is touching the metal counter, doesn't come in contact with the trash can lid. This would be so it's kept at an elevated area! Overall, today was very chaotic. Despite that the workers were actually very kind and working hard! They remembered names and had great manners. They didn't seem to be frustrated towards us, just a little overwhelmed. The owner came from the back to help clean up tables and then bring pastries and drinks out. Which was very kind of him! They have a handful of seating inside and a good amount outside as well. I hope they can work out having enough pastries to last before closing. I have came here before and been to a few of their farmers market stalls, they do great pastries! Today was just a bit of a miss. I'll come back on another day for sure. I still want to give that banana cold foam on a latte a try, perhaps I'll request less milk. The pastry that interested me was the Banana Salted Caramel Crookie, for the textures & the combination sounded really good!

I'm addicted ! Their coffee drinks are insanely perfect & memorable !…read more August was so polite & professional ... fantastic service & barista ! I will come back again & again ... can't wait to try all the delicious sweet offerings !

Maven absolutely exceeded our expectations! From the moment we ordered, the food came out…read moreincredibly fast without sacrificing quality. The pistachio waffle was outstanding--beautifully balanced, not overly sweet, and topped with incredibly fresh fruit that made every bite taste light and refreshing. The lox bagel was hands down the best I've ever had. The lox was exceptionally fresh, the proportions were perfect, and every ingredient tasted high quality. Even the simple cheese omelette was good, crispy tater tots. The drinks were just as impressive. The ube latte was rich, smooth, and absolutely delicious, and my boyfriend couldn't stop talking about how much he loved the Sunset drink. The vibe of the restaurant was great! Solo diners, families, and couples. Everyone seeming to enjoy their meals as much as we did! Great food, quick service, fresh ingredients, and thoughtful flavors throughout the entire meal. We'll definitely be back!

We were walking around looking for a place to eat and a local couple suggested this place…read more Very cute little cafe with a lot of fresh and healthy options. Conveniently located right by the little Italy farmers market. There's a self serve water station and self seating. You line up to order your food and they will give you a number and bring it to your table. Although the line looked long, it moved at a relatively quick pace. We really enjoyed our food and everything looked so colorful and appealing with fresh fruits and vegetables on top. The waffles were delicious and the eggs were perfectly poached atop the avocado toast.

A great brunch spot! This location is right across from Morning Glory, which usually has a long…read moreline, but honestly, Parakeet is just as good, it just doesn't have the same hype. There's a weekend market nearby, which is a cute way to walk around while you wait. They have good pastries, breakfast options, and lattes. I also loved the staff and the open floor plan that flows into the outdoor seating. Cute spot with a great atmosphere!

The food was so good! I got the longaniza and rice and we split the pancakes. I really liked that…read morethey brew Moto Coffee. Our service was great, the server was attentive and made the drinks for the entire restaurant while running food and taking orders. The ambiance was cute, it gives me the early 2000s old school cafe vibe.

Lindsay N. I see you responding to reviews. So here's mine. But before I give it, I will not be…read moregoing back to The Mission in North Park until your manager is gone and the young guy with the mustache who works behind the bar in the back. Just know I've been frequenting your restaurant for the last twenty five years. I've brought in my family, spent a lot of money with you, but because you choose to not train your staff, you have lost me! I called in a to go order on Father's Day. As I picked up my order, I asked the young guy with the mustache for an orange juice to go. Just so you know, he filled up my to go cup barely half way. I was thirsty. I said can you top it off, he then took a cup, I don't know if it was a dirty cup from the counter or what, but he grabs a glass right off the bar and pours my to go orange juice into it to show me it's the same amount as their glasses in the restaurant. As he poured it, it spilled. He then poured it back into my to go cup. I couldn't believe it. First that was unnecessary, second it was rude, third he spilled some of my drink, and fourth all he had to do was top it off with a little more. It's not a big deal. What was just as bad was his attitude which was absolutely awful! I looked at him like he was crazy. FFS I've been coming for 25 years! It was Father's Day! I am a father. This guy is awful! But wait it gets worse. I called in the following week to speak to the manager, this same young guy with the mustache answers the phone! I ask to speak to the manager, he asks me my name, I'd rather not give it to be honest, I just wanted to talk to the manager to tell him what happened. This same jerk asks me, and I kid you not, 7-8 times - "What's your name" "What's your name" "What's your name" over and over. It was again insane! Finally I said please let me speak to him! The manager answers, he's short with me, total attitude. I try to explain what just happened on the phone, he doesn't care, explains he gets "a lot of scam phone calls" which I honestly doubt, but whatever. He then is such an ass. When I ask him who can I speak to other than him, he belligerently tells me he is the guy, he's been there twenty something years, there's no one else, he speaks to the owner. He was so unprofessional at that point, and such a pompous jerk, I tell him to forget it, I am never coming back. He hangs up. Not surprised now that the staff is rude, it starts from the top! Lindsay you have a major problem with this restaurant! I have noticed a lot less people frequenting your establishment. You need to hire better people and have them treat guests with a better attitude. You have lost me now. I have found better places locally to spend my money with my family. Just started going to Madi and let me tell you, the food is great and so is the service! Tell you what, when the manager is gone and so is that kid with the mustache, I might come back. So let me know me once they are set free. If not, forget it! I am still so pissed. The entire thing could have been taken care of if the kid just topped off my orange juice. And by the way it's kind of dumb to have to go cups where you fill it half way. It's just not a good look, makes customers feel like they aren't getting what they paid for. Good luck with that hot mess! What a joke!

I came here on a Monday around 4:30 PM, and there was only one other customer when I arrived. They…read morehave high-top seating indoors, or you can sit outside under a covered patio area. You place your order at the register, and they bring the food out to you. They also have complimentary self-serve water, which is a nice touch. Here's what I ordered: *Brisket Chimichurri: You get to choose which bread you want your sandwich served on, and I went with the rosemary garlic focaccia. It was absolutely delicious! They cut the sandwich in half, and the portion is definitely large enough to have leftovers. It was so good though that I ended up eating the entire thing in one sitting. *Broccoli Cheddar Soup: This was also delicious. Even though it was a hot day, I had no problem enjoying a bowl of it. It was creamy, flavorful, and the perfect complement to the sandwich. The service was great, and my food came out in less than 10 minutes. The prices are very reasonable considering the portion sizes, quality of the food, and the location. Overall, this is definitely a great spot for a casual, sit down lunch. Quick service, generous portions, good food, and a relaxed atmosphere. I'd definitely come back!

I work in the area and get the chance to stop by often for food, in the Little Italy area there is…read moreliterally no better deal than Quick Bites and it hits the perfect casual vibe you can't get anywhere else. They made me my own custom version of their bagel blaster with the fiesty sauce instead of chipotle mayo - it's called The Michael Special - and I highly recommend it

Had reservations for a Monday night for dinner at Ciccia Osteria. The restaurant is relatively…read moresmall, so reservations are definitely needed. This may be one of the best kept secrets in San Diego for Italian food! The ambiance is great - like walking into a relative's home for dinner! The owner is so down to earth and love that you can hear him holding conversations in Italian. The food is amazing. I wish I would've remembered to take photos, but the house made pasta is to die for. The Crab Gnocchi was the best I've ever had. Their Tiramisu is also wonderful. They also had a few flavors of gelato to choose from. I would come back any time I'm in the area. The dining experience was great and the food was great. Definitely worth checking out!

If I could give them 10 stars, I would in a heartbeat!…read more They're not Michelin-recognized for no reason! The owner is the hostess, the server, the greeter, and everything in between--making sure every single guest is taken care of. Talk about customer service at its finest! And the food... O M G! Absolutely stunning! The presentation, the taste, the flavors, the consistency--everything was pure perfection! I highly recommend the mushroom flan, stuffed squash blossom, and the saffron risotto with braised beef. The crab gnocchi is also VERY good! Do yourself a favor and make a reservation!!! You will not regret it. We just happened to get lucky!

Our family dinner at Nonna's was great! Was trying to decide which place to go in Little Italy on a…read moreSaturday night with kids and no reservations without feeling under dressed. So we decided on Nonna's for their variety of pastas and pizza. The evening was packed with people up and down the streets. However, when we arrived at Nonna's we only had to wait no more than a couple of minutes before being seated. We thought most italian places would provide some sort of complimentary bread, but this place did not. We ended up ordering the Carbonara, Fusilli Alla Vodka, Pappardelle, and Salsiccia pizza. Each were fantastic, but the family really enjoyed the Fusilli and the Pappardelle the most! The short rib meat was extremely tender and flavorful. Portions were a little smaller than expected, but it was enough to feed each of us with a couple slices of pizza to spare. Ambiance was nice and the staff was great. A drink we ordered was forgotten, but it's understandable since it was quite busy. Overall, great experience and glad we ended up at Nonna's even though it wasn't part of the batch of recommendations provided online. (Sorry forgot to take photos as we were so hungry and didn't realize it until after we ate!)

Food: - fungi pasta: 7.5/10, strong mushroom flavor…read more - carbonara: 5.7/10, too much sauce and noodles were overcooked - lemon meringue cheesecake + Sicilian cannoli: super authentic cannoli, cheesecake was good but nothing special Service: - hostess was not friendly - they ran out of white peach Italian soda but instead of asking what other flavor we would prefer, they just brought out a vanilla Italian soda - ordering took forever but once our food was in, it came out in less than 10 min Ambiance: - outdoor seating Skip Barbusa (sister restaurant) and come here instead, at least there is better dessert

This was actually our 2nd time at Between Us, and unfortunately the experience with the hostess…read morethis time was disappointing. The food was amazing and our server was great, friendly, attentive, and provided excellent service. We didn't have a reservation, so we completely understood that there would be a wait and never complained about it. However, the hostess came across as very rude and unwelcoming, which really took away from what could have been another great experience. We really enjoyed the food and our server was wonderful, so it's disappointing that the interaction with the hostess left such a negative impression. Hopefully, the front of house experience can be improved, as we'd love to come back.

Such a cute brunch spot! We tried the matcha beignets, Shashuka, and the Smoked Salmon Benedict…read moreLatke, and both were so good. Service was good! The matcha beignets were warm, fluffy, and had the perfect amount of matcha flavor without being overly sweet. Definitely a fun twist on traditional beignets! The Benedict with latke was my favorite, the latke was crispy on the outside and paired perfectly with the eggs and creamy hollandaise. I loved having the crispy potato instead of the usual English muffin. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and well put together. Would definitely come back to try more of the menu!