“Great food- good people! HONEST PINOYS! We came to buy sisig. We ordered 2 large cups. The server said "we don't have enough for 2 large, just one large and one small". My husband and I looked at each other - the situation is so familiar @Porky's Lechon! We waited in suspense... To our amazement- it was one large and small! No overcharging! We went to Porky's Lechon 1 1/2 years ago and bought sisig. The owner charged for a large cup when the content is just enough for a medium! Way to go KABABAYAN! Great food good people!“
“The bread here is amazing! Fresh, flavorful, soft, chewy, so delicious! I got to experience the sourdough rolls at a family holiday get-together. I had to find out where I could buy them. We went early Saturday morning, just a little after opening and some items were already nearly gone. Stocked up on all the flavor of rolls and some sliced bread. There are many desserts to choose from as well. I'm not a sweet tooth, so skipped on those. Save the cards for the bread! If you go, take cash, since it's a cash-only place. I'm glad I added the some to my wallet earlier that day. The prices are very good.“
“I like that this bakery opens early in the morning. They have the traditional pan dulces. They also sell mini pan dulces which were so cute. Perfect for kids. Today I tried the apple empanada and it was the best one I've had. The crust was crispy and buttery around the edges and soft in the center. The apple filling had the right amount of sweetness. Tasted like an apple pie to me. The empanadas alone will have me coming back!“
“We were in town looking for something for breakfast! Amazed at the assortment of savory and sweet treats. I landed in a chocolate cream filled eclair and hubby a cranberry scone. Both did not disappoint. Flavorful, tasty, large portions, reasonably priced, great customer service.“
“We've had tortas, tamales, champurrado, café de olla, t breakfast breads. Highly recommend making Lucy's Bakery a daily spot for breakfast, lunch, or cena. Nos encanta Lucy's panadería, tienen varios panes dulces, postres, tortas, tamales, y bebidas típicas Mexicanas.“
“These have got to be the best cookies I have ever had! I was visiting SD from out of town and found this place. I ended up making two trips because they were that good. Glad I was able to enjoy some great cookies and support a black owned business! And the portion size matches the price.“
“Mmm...Cakes is amazing the cakes are to die for!!! A hidden gem in downtown Chula Vista. Luckily my real estate office is next door so I enjoy walking over and getting a delicious smoothie, pastry, and when I really want to indulge I get the delicious Bacon Danish YUM...The staff is extremely friendly as well and the decor is super cute! Much more than cakes. You'll love it.“
“10/10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND. I'm so glad I decided to try this place out because it was a bit of a drive for me but well worth it. As soon as I walked in there was a lady who immediately assisted me. She was so sweet and kind. I got a half box of baklava (see photo) by far the BEST I've had in San Diego and I've tried SEVERAL places. It was well priced, not too expensive in my opinion. SO DELICIOUS. I loved the variety of flavors. There's a reason why this place has over 200 reviews with 5 stars. Do not miss the opportunity to stop by here.“
“Highly recommend Drunk Confections!! My wife and I worked with Amelia for our wedding - she made both the cake (beautiful and amazing, we didn't share) and the individual mini cakes for our guests. Amelia was so wonderful to work with and understanding as our plans changed - which they did a lot, but I was always set on having her make the desserts (because they're the best). Grateful for her and for over ordering and having goodies left in the freezer ? Thank you Amelia!!“
“This cute little mochi shop is family owned and is a little gem in heart of Chula Vista. The freshly made mochi is light and fluffy, melt-in- your-mouth tender and have a generous variety of delicate and delicious flavors! All that is offered with friendly and polite service, you cannot go wrong. Enjoy!“
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“What a great French bakery in Little Italy! They have so many pastries and lunch options available here, as well as coffees and teas. I loved their Croifeuille (the flattened croissant with pastry cream between)! Inside is beautifully decorated. They only have a couple seats and it gets pretty busy so I recommend coming early if you can!“
“Very good Cuban desserts, excellent service! They are better than those at Porto's! Buy even to take to Los Angeles, very pleasant atmosphere. The coffee was magnificent! Very good service and very fast!Excellent service great food, Bought some pastries to take all the way to Los Angeles. The owners were very welcoming and very friendly, had my order In a very timely fashion. Super warm and fresh, way better than Porto's. Would definitely and most definitely will be coming back!“
“I had not been for over two years. And boy has this place grown for the good of the community. Although the shop looks very different and larger, it still has a familiar feel. The quality of the service and desserts is spot on. The only recommendation to improve the experience is the quality of the coffee . Either sell good coffee or don't include it in your shop.“
“I live Crumbl Cookies. That is my guilty pleasure for me and the family by getting a 6 pack every other week or so. I bought the cookie cutter and I cut the cookies all into 8 pieces. That way I keep the box in the fridge and can go in for a little piece when ever I crave a little sugar. They are always delicious. I love all the variety of flavors.“
“Everything about this place is amazing. The best baklava and pastries! Beautiful and delicious! Their drinks are also fantastic, whether is the house tea or chai tea latte I’m never disappointed. Bella who works the counter is a doll, so sweet, and makes great suggestions.“
“Plain old simple donut shop. Very friendly and quick service. Ordered half a dozen $9.75 with tax. Donuts taste great like donuts should. Not sure what the hype is about though. Also not a very large selection to choose from. $10 minimum for card. Overall worth trying if in the area.“
“I discovered Mya’s cookies at the Cardiff Farmers Market. I had the chocolate chip walnut, my sons each had a chocolate chip. WOW!! These are not ordinary cookies, they are extraordinary and so delicious!! I will certainly get more next weekend and plan to order by the dozen for special occasions.“
“The coffee sodas here are my new addiction - They're well crafted and they give me the effervescent feel of an energy drink while tasting like a gourmet espresso. The building is cool too, with a balcony that overlooks 30th St. The staff learned my name after a week and that showed a level of genuine service I don't see at most places. I'd give this spot 6 stars if I could and this has managed to become my favorite coffee house serving North Park/Normal Heights.“
“My son decided to join the Marines, so I made him a faux crayon cake for his birthday before he left for bootcamp. I decided to reuse the cake for his graduation but needed dessert ideas to go along w/ the faux cake for the party. I ran across some photos of cookies made into crayons and wanted to use someone local to make them. I reached out to NatSweets, through their website and sent them an idea of what I wanted. The crayon box turned out better than I expected. Our guests were very impressed, not only by how good they looked but also because they tasted good.“
“Friendly people and fantastic coffee bundled up into an industrial-style cafe.Things you should know:I. PARKINGYou'll have to rely on good ol' street parking for this place. Can be difficult depending on the time of day.II. SERVICESociable and masters at their craft. Shout out to Eric for getting to know my name ~ it wasn't even needed for my order and just simply personalized the experience.On a side note, I noticed they also have merchandise here and a self-serve water station.III. QUALITYTheir cortado is pretty spot on ~ you should give it a try..!IV. CAPACITYFair amount of available indoor and outdoor seating for the late afternoon on a weekend.“
“My first time to crumbl , I received a box of 4 for my birthday so had to visit the store and see what other choices was there I was in heaven , the staff was friendly and very professional at their job all were hard at work to make yummy for my tummy cookies I'll definitely be back 5 Star ⭐️ for my local “
“Finally... a place to "treat yourself" without the regrets. Picked up a Tiramisu cake for Easter and it was a hit. Who doesn't over do it on holiday meals and forces the desert because you've already over indulged? But this was SO DELICIOUS and did not leave you with a sugar hangover. You also will feel very welcome and appreciated when you are there. Take my money!“
“This is an amazing hole-in-the-wall Cafe. It's run by mom and pop with amazing and tasty pastries. I'm a big fan of their empanadas. They come in beef and chicken. Soooooo yummy and flavorful! The kind lady that runs this Cafe is so so sweet and so welcoming. I've only went twice so far because I was craving empanadas and the place I usually go to ran out, and the kind lady remembered me from just meeting me once. She's so sweet. And everything else is just as amazing. So instead of the other place I usually went to, I'm only going here from now on!!!“
“The Spanish rolls from here are a take back to a bakery I frequent in Hawaii. Delicious ?.They have malasadas as well, famous in Hawaii although not the same quality but it still good to have a taste of home ??. Hope yall enjoy the good prices and good vibez.“
“Stopped by Suspiros Cakes. If you don't know they have slices every day. We tried the Carajillo cake ... omg . Texture, flavor, moist is on point. Lots of options and good prices. Customer service is on point. The ladies that work there are always so nice & attentive. Place is very nice too.“
“I couldn't find Rosca bread anywhere right before the day of the Three Wise Men. I found this place in the evening just driving around looking for a bakery in the area. There was plenty of parking along the street when I arrived. Upon entering, the bakery had a wonderful fresh baked smell. Also, I noticed the establishment was clean and well maintained. It looked like it was a family operation. Customer services was great! They greeted me and quickly got me what I wanted: Rosca. I'll be back for more bread soon. Bu the way, the bread was crazy good. I recommend it.“
“So I had the pleasure of having It’s in the filling at my birthday pop up market and got some cupcake jars, and omg I knew they looked good and couldn’t wait to try! But the minute that spoonful hit my mouth it was like heaven! Sooo delicious, so amazing! I almost don’t want to share with my husband cuz he has been eyeing them. I will definitely be getting some more as soon as I can! So good!“
“The wedding cake I ordered from cupCAKES a la Yola was absolutely beautiful!My husband and I loved it and our guests did too. It was so nicely done, cut very neatly, and tasted great! Delivery was right on time, and we were so happy with it. We got the 8" cake since we had a very small wedding, and it was the perfect size. All of their cupcake flavors are delicious too. Highly recommend cupCAKES a la Yola!“
“Just want to shout out the 3 girls that were working today for the Crumbl Turns 6 Birthday. I had to wait 30-40 minutes for my cookies since they kept getting sold out. These women crushed it the whole time I was waiting. Customer service was amazing. They kept a positive attitude through the whole time people were a bit bothered that cookies were getting sold out and couldn’t full fill some orders. Management should of known to double their staff for this event. Give these girls a raise or a paid day off please. The way they handled all their customers has to be recognized. Amazing work girls!! I was going through a heart break and these girls turned it around for me. Keep it up!“
“This place is a true blast from the past, like stepping into a time machine. The service is outstanding, and the food is absolutely amazing! You can't go wrong with their cabbage roll and Reuben sandwich—they're a must-try! And be sure not to miss out on visiting the bakery too.“
“Top notch bakery for your cake needs. I ordered a chocolate cake for a birthday, they made a perfect chocolate cake. Everyone loved it and it tasted amazing. They work with you to get your cake when you need it. The customer service was exceptional as well.“
“The Cupcake Store is amazing! We have used them for several special occassions, including our wedding reception, and they never disappoint. The crew is so helpful and great to work with.We love this place so much. We come in for the Acai bowls just as much as the cupcakes!“
“Wow! I've never had such a pleasant cheesecake. The calm atmosphere of the store, and the wonderful service from the fine folks at the Incredible Cheesecake Company seriously made my birthday. I got the ube cheesecake and a white mocha espresso. I was only going to have a bite of the cheesecake and save it, but it was so delicious, I couldn't stop eating it. Thank you so much to the employees here for the warm service and wonderful food. I can't wait to come back!Vegetarian options: Vegetarian options, no meat. Dairy and eggs in most items, but soy options available for drinks.Parking: 30 minute parking right outside the door. Easy to walk to from residential street parking.“
“Valerio's Bake Shop dishes out some of the MOST SOFT and delicious Filipino breads. Located in National City in a little strip mall. Parking can be hectic at times as there are many eateries in the same strip mall. Prices are very reasonable (especially for freshly baked breads) and customer service is good. Either walk-in or order in advance for pick up. We ordered: Cheese rolls - delish soft bread with cream cheese inside and butter with dusting of fine sugar on top. Cinnamon Ensaymada - I would compare to a miniature cinnamon roll. Not too intense with cinnamon flavor with a light airy slightly sweetened cream cheese frosting with a dust of cinnamon. DELISH! If in the area and you want a bakery that has amazing soft bread, sweet or savory...give this spot a try. Your welcome in advance!“
“The best Pan Dulce, I would recommend this to anyone who is not a native of SD. Fresh made bread every single day, don't forget about those conchas . I've been going here since I was a young one growing up here . If you haven't tried this , you are most definitely missing out .“
“As a newcomer to the area, I decided to explore local coffee shops and stumbled upon Darkhorse. It's evident that they have their regulars, as I noticed during my morning walks. Typically, there's a short line of people descending their concrete steps. While the lack of indoor or outdoor seating led me to rate the atmosphere four out of five stars, it's clear that Darkhorse is a grab-and-go spot. Despite their limited food menu, they offer satisfying options for a quick breakfast. I tried their signature honey and cinnamon iced coffee, which was absolutely delicious. Both fellow customers and employees were friendly and patient, contributing to a pleasant experience. Notably, their coffee isn't bitter, and their large sizes are comparable in price to a Venti with extra shots at a popular coffee chain.“
“I had the greatest experience ordering from Leandra. I let her know I didn’t want any super bright yellows since it was Winnie the Pooh and then I also sent her inspo pics but made sure to tell her to use her own creativity and free range of freedom on them. She made sure to use pastel colors and even incorporated my son’s name into the cookies. They were a huge hit at the baby shower I even made sure to save one just for keeps since they are also individually wrapped. It was super obvious how much time and effort she spends on her work. Definitely would recommend to any friend for any event. Thank you again for making such cute cookies for my shower ?(ps: they taste amazing as well, I definitely ate a couple myself lol)“
“Aside from the taste, I also appreciate the attention to detail in the packaging. The cakes come in a beautiful box with a ribbon, making it a perfect gift for any occasion. I have also ordered cakes for special events and the staff has always been accommodating and helpful. Overall, I highly recommend Nothing Bundt cakes to anyone looking for a delicious and unique dessert. Whether it's for a special occasion or just a sweet treat for yourself, their cakes are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. I can't wait to try more flavors and continue to support this amazing bakery.“
“A staple of the San Diego community for at least the last 19 years, they've remained uncompromising with ingredients and taste. The owner was formerly the aunt of the current owners and they've updated the scene. Donuts are still 10/10, they're fast, kind and friendly. Seating is available as well as drinks if you want to chill.“
“Very well made Mexican bread.The bread is of high quality with a wide variety. Consistency flavor texture. It has a lot of cultural value in the area where it is located and especially in the city since it is difficult to find bread of this quality.I have visited the place on different days and times and all the staff are very friendly.And very affordable prices!!!“
“Valerio's Bake Shop dishes out some of the MOST SOFT and delicious Filipino breads. Located in National City in a little strip mall. Parking can be hectic at times as there are many eateries in the same strip mall. Prices are very reasonable (especially for freshly baked breads) and customer service is good. Either walk-in or order in advance for pick up. We ordered: Cheese rolls - delish soft bread with cream cheese inside and butter with dusting of fine sugar on top. Cinnamon Ensaymada - I would compare to a miniature cinnamon roll. Not too intense with cinnamon flavor with a light airy slightly sweetened cream cheese frosting with a dust of cinnamon. DELISH! If in the area and you want a bakery that has amazing soft bread, sweet or savory...give this spot a try. Your welcome in advance!“
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“Hands down the best vegan bakery in town! The donuts are a taste sensation - delicious AF! From classic to creative, they nail it. A must-visit for vegans and donut lovers alike. Kudos to the bakers - you've created a plant-based paradise!“
“The Dino cake I ordered for my wife's birthday last week, was a big hit, I made her laugh and it was BEYOND DELICIOUS! I'm the oddball of the family preferring vanilla to chocolate, but OH MY WORD that was a seriously good chocolate cake! I wished it never ended. Ive shoped here a few times over the past few years and I'm never disappointed! Thank you“
“I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect loaf of sourdough bread in San Diego. While I’m not sure I have found exactly what I want, out of all the “name” bakeries I have tried Secret Sister makes the best loaf of bread out of the lot. I can’t speak for any of their food and/or drinks, but it’s clear to me they care about quality, and that makes a difference in my book. It’s a little challenging to find parking sometimes, but it’s totally worth it. If you go, just make sure you don’t take the last Country Loaf because I’m coming to take that one! ?“
“It's time to update a great bakery still. I'm specifically highlighting their Rosca. This wheel of sweet bread is a treat that goes so well with a cup of coffee, tea or champurado or hot chocolate. I especially enjoy keeping an eye out for piece of rosca which may have the baby Jesus hidden in it. The kings bread is a seasonal delight that comes in many sizes and with or without filling.“
“Omg I love this banh mi; it is one of the biggest banh mi I've ever had, there so many meat inside and sooo good, and it is very cheap too. I would love to return and bring all of my friends because I also enjoy the environment at the store. It's very warm and comfy.“
“I can't say enough NICE THINGS about these amazing people! I was having a really bad day, but they brightened it up with their friendly attitude & great, helpful service. Super clean dining room & bathroom! Looks & feels like a local coffee shop should! 10/10!!!“
“La Moreliana Bakery offers a delightful experience with their incredibly delicious and fresh bread selections. The aroma alone draws you in, and the taste does not disappoint. The variety of choices available is impressive, catering to different preferences and cravings.One of the standout features is the bakery's commitment to offering great prices without compromising on quality. You'll find that your money goes a long way here, allowing you to indulge in their delectable treats without breaking the bank.The only drawback I encountered was the parking situation, which proved to be a bit challenging. Finding a suitable parking spot can be quite the task, especially during peak hours. However, the inconvenience of parking is overshadowed by the exceptional bakery offerings.In summary, La Moreliana Bakery is a haven for bread enthusiasts. With their fantastic assortment of fresh bread, wallet-friendly prices, and an array of options to choose from, it's a must-visit for anyone with a love for baked goods. Just be prepared for a potential parking adventure!“
“Where do I start...Stacy's cookies are so fresh, delicious and vibrant. I ordered some Xmas cookies for my coworkers and they were all so shocked at how detailed and colorful it was. Highly recommended for custom cookies, btw her chocolate chips cookies are to die for.“
“Great sweets. My favorite to buy specially pistaccio ones. They have diverse types of sweets (different prices per type), but you can pick your selection then they weight them all and define the price. Maybe my only recommendation is to have the customer understand how the price is defined. But the desserts are great. Inside a shopping center, so parking is available.“