We took a bunch of pastries to the ballgame, and snacked on a variety of sweet to savory items…read more Everything was top notch, tasty, and on point with Japanese flavors. Matcha croissant (with standout matcha cream inside) strawberry croissant, bacon and shiso twist, cream filled buns, matcha kinako donut, curry pan (hefty curry to bread ratio was a winner, not saucy, but full of flavor). As the saying goes, it wasn't "too sweet" so it was delish!! IYKYK. And yes, I had a bite of everything. Surprisingly the hojicha lattes were standout as well. I wasn't expecting such a deep nutty flavor from a green tea brew, new fan. Cute spot, parking is tricky, but worth the stop.

An Asa Bakery & Cafe review, in haiku form: A quick gaslamp…read morestroll; An unassuming venue, Hides delicious treats! Quick and modern is what they're going for from what I can see, and I don't think you can mess up ordering anything here. Im almost certain I'm adding this to my growing San Diego list, just so that I can try more savory pastries

Kouign amann - super crispy and flakey. the sugar has slight burnt flavor…read more Strawberry pistachio croissant - SO GOOD. Perfect balance of strawberry jam inside with slight nutty pistachio flavor Jalapeño & Cheese Croissant - crispy texture on the outside and softer inside, not as flakey as izola. good amount of cheese and spicy jalapeño flavor Seasonal dark cherry chocolate morning bun - wow this was amazing. the melted chocolate and cherry jam inside paired so well with the cream. soft doughy texture

I had been wanting to try this place for a while because all of all the recent hype! We ordered…read moreonline the day beforehand for pickup in store - definitely would recommend doing that so you can try the pastries you want before they get sold out and so you don't have to wait in line! From photos, the bakery looks cute! We tried the peach and vanilla tile, kouign amann, strawberry pistachio croissant, and the ham and cheese croissant. The kouign amann had an interesting burnt caramelized crunch on top. The croissant didn't have a very strong pistachio or strawberry flavor, but the texture was decent. My favorite pastry was the peach and vanilla tile, as the peaches were sweet and refreshing and complemented the vanilla well.

This place is properly named extraordinary dessert for a reason. They are known for their desserts…read moreboth in taste and in aesthetics. Desserts: 5/5 We got a blood orange scone and a strawberry danish. The scone was warm and delicious. The orange essence was well infused. The danish was crispy and creamy. Everything was so picturesque. Food: 3/5 Unfortunately, the food was not the best. We got the smoked salmon sandwich which was not very flavorful. The salmon was also slimy. The pesto spread was good though. It was creamy and the artisan bread it was served had great variety. Ambiance: 5/5 This place is such super cute. When you walk in, the desserts all look super appetizing. The seating areas are super cute and the floral decor are stunning. Service: 5/5 It is an order then sit down establishment. There is great attention to their dessert. I saw them heat up a knife just to cleanly cut the cake. The food service however did take some time to come out.

The sugar bun was delicious! I might be a bigger fan of their pastries than their cake…read more The Shrang-la cake was decorated so beautifully! I loved the white chocolate shavings all around. Unfortunately the cake didn't hold well in my commute to Temecula (esp during the heat wave). The dairy ended up hurting our stomachs.

This bakery is in between Ross and Mitsuwa. Parking is tight in this plaza where you'll need to…read morefold in your side mirrors and suck in to get in and out of your car. Super cutesy vibe and pretty delicate desserts. Almost reminds me of Nothing Bundt Cake interior with merch, candles, gifts, flowers. Things you can pick up last minute if you're on your way to a party. They offer cheesecake, cupcake, cookies, cakes and few others. Lattes, matcha, Hojicha, teas and lemonade. I got the earl gray lavender cupcake and black sesame matcha Hojicha drink and lychee hibiscus tea drink. The cupcake was moist, not too sweet, had some grittiness to it from the seeds. Tasted the earl gray and lavender combo. It was delicious, I could have ate the entire thing but had to share the other half. There were a few tables outside but none inside.

I'd been seeing Atelier Flour all over Instagram, so I decided to stop by and see what the hype was…read moreabout. I ordered the Island Girl Coffee, a macadamia latte, and asked for it less sweet. To me, it tasted very similar to a flavored hazelnut latte from Starbucks. Even with reduced sweetness, it was still sweeter than I prefer and had a slightly artificial flavor. If you enjoy flavored Starbucks-style coffee, you'll probably like it, but it's just not my personal preference. I actually didn't finish my drink because the flavor wasn't for me. That said, the cashier was very sweet, and the dessert display looked beautiful and tempting. While the coffee didn't win me over, I'd still come back to give their desserts a try since they looked much more appealing than the drink I ordered. Overall, a nice spot with friendly service, but next time I'll be skipping the flavored coffee and trying one of the desserts instead.

Never knew this place existed until the bf recommended that we give this a try after dinner. This…read moreis a cute Japanese cafe specializing in not so sweet desserts. My best friend wanted to order a cake with a hand piped message but the cake artist wasn't available. Ambiance was minimalist and clean. We tried a few things - Green Tea Matcha Mochi Balls - This wasn't sweet at all, but I liked it! It was dusted in matcha & you dip it into a creamy matcha and then into the matcha flakes. Such a fun dessert! The snowball mochis are the star of the show with pillowy soft mochi filled with a light custard and fresh fruit. The strawberry and mango are my faves! The Sea Salt Oreo Cake was cute and light with fluffy whip cream and melt in your mouth chiffon cake. There were several things already gone by the time we came, so if you have a favorite, reserve ahead of time or come early!

Vibe: Cozy, welcoming, and effortlessly charming…read more Specialty: Gluten-free friendly Asian-inspired treats & desserts If you are looking for a dessert spot that hits all the right notes with cozy ambiance, delightful treats, and incredible hospitality, Yikoyiko is an absolute must-visit. I caught up with a dear friend here recently while visiting the area, and it completely stole my heart. The space itself has the sweetest "cozy corner" setup--it is deeply welcoming and wonderfully family-friendly, making it feel like a little neighborhood sanctuary. As an Yelp Elite reviewer who is always on the hunt for unique flavor profiles and top-tier hospitality, this hidden gem did not disappoint. Here is a taste of what we tried: The Black Seed Cake: Rich, aromatic, and deeply satisfying. I loved it so much that I actually asked for an ice pack, boxed it up, and successfully carried it all the way back with me on my flight home to New York! It traveled like a dream. Gluten-Free Delights: One of the best things about Yikoyiko is how accommodating they are. Their gluten-free friendly selection is extensive without ever sacrificing flavor. We admired their adorable Nikoyiko cake bake and cute little cupcakes on display. Banana Bread: My friend ordered a slice of their banana bread, and it was wonderfully moist, comforting, and packed with homestyle flavor. Mochi & Nougat: They also carry charming artisanal treats, including a gorgeous little mochi adorned with a delicate pink edible flower (which I saved to enjoy later as a sweet souvenir) and traditional nougat candy. From the warm, Asian-inspired aesthetic to the incredible variety of sweets, Yikoyiko is a dream for anyone with a sweet tooth. Whether you are catching up with old friends, picking up specialty treats, or just looking to slow down and enjoy a quiet corner with a pastry, this place is pure magic. Can't wait to come back on my next trip out west!

We came around 9:30am on a Saturday morning. Surprisingly, the line was very short…read more We got multiple items off the menu: egg salad sandwich, smoked salmon, everything croissant, black sesame, cinnamon roll. My favorite was the egg salad sandwich as it had chili oil topped off and it has a slight spice to it. My second favorite was the everything croissant. It was asian inspired as the filling was cucumber and kimchi! Heating up the baked goods and waiting on my matcha took about 5-10 minutes. For drinks, we had OJ and cocowater matcha. The OJ was refreshing, a bit sour for my preference. The cocowater matcha was good as well and refreshing. It was on the bitter end, but also matcha was not strong flavor due to the cocowater. There is no indoor seating and limited outdoor seating. There is paid meter parking around the streets, but there is no specific parking lot for this bakery. I want to come back again for the egg salad and everything croissant, those are my two favorites!

michi michi always has rotating pastries made be different pastry chefs and it's always a treat to…read morecome back to try different ones! check their insta for the latest pastries. my go to is always the egg salad sando, it's so savory, creamy and the chili crisp on top is amazing. the bread they use is so fluffy i love it! the cinnamon roll was good and i loved the cream cheese frosting on top, eat it fresh! the stand out pastry from Hana Quon was the quiche Lorraine which was topped off with caviar! always happy to come back! there's street parking and lovely stores near that you can also walk to.

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.

One of my best friends who is on a lookout for a vegan croissant brought me here and I must say…read morethat the rave about a good, buttery, flaky croissant is true. We went during a busy day so a lot of their options were running out so we were lucky to get a chocolate almond croissant and a vegan almond croissant. My friend was also able to get a vegan chocolate croissant to go (which she told me she enjoyed after our night out of drinking haha). I am going to come back to this place because I loved it. I also tried the our vegan croissant order and I seriously will not be able to tell (but we trust the kind staff!). Amazing service despite a busy Friday early afternoon.

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.