Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Pacific Beach

We've collected top 10 mentioned bakery and cake shops in Pacific Beach from other articles such as La Jolla Mom, RateBeer, Travel on the Reg.

Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Pacific Beach

Sugar and Scribe Bakery - Fine Food
Sugar and Scribe Bakery - Fine Food
4.5 (394 ratings)
Quaint bakeshop featuring sweet treats & a selection of sandwiches & light meals to go.
7660 Fay Ave Suite I, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Brunch restaurantBakeryBreakfast restaurantCake shopCoffee shopCookie shopLunch restaurantPastry shopPie shopWedding bakery
Mentioned by The Millennial Source
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"Sugar and Scribe serves up freshly made pastries each day along with custom cakes, artisanal bread and more. Food Network Champion Chef Maeve launched the bakery to fame, going on to win awards like 2017 Best Bakery. Nibble on the scrumptious petit fours to feel like a certified Francophile."
Nomad Donuts
Nomad Donuts
4.5 (768 ratings)
Globally inspired donuts, wood-fired bagels & coffee served in a bright space with casual seating.
3102 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
Donut shopBagel shopBakeryCoffee shop
Mentioned by The Dana on Mission Bay Blog
The Best Vegan Restaurants in San Diego | The Dana on Mission Bay
"Satisfy your sweet tooth at North Park’s Nomad Donuts, which landed a spot in City Beat’s “Best Donuts in San Diego” roundup. Although not exclusively vegan, they do offer a number of non-dairy options, including ube taro, blueberry lavender, and Thai tea flavors. The venue itself is also delightful: a cherry-red, vintage double-decker bus set within a peaceful courtyard."
Mentioned by AFAR Media
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"This travel-inspired eatery got so popular that it moved to a larger space on University Avenue in August 2017. Once in the new location, executive pastry chef Kristianna Zabala was able to expand her menu (which changes daily) to include..."
Mentioned by Eater San Diego
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"Visit this North Park shop for globally-inspired doughnut flavors like ube taro coconut and Thai tea. Montreal-style bagels and sandwiches are also available. Open regular hours for takeout and pickup or delivery via Postmates or DoorDash."
Lofty Coffee Little Italy Cafe and Bakery
Lofty Coffee Little Italy Cafe and Bakery
4.5 (775 ratings)
Stylish coffee shop serving beverages crafted from locally roasted beans, plus pastries & cafe fare.
444 W Cedar St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
CafeBakeryBreakfast restaurantCoffee shopLunch restaurantTea house
Mentioned by Your North County
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"Often called (informally of course), “the best coffee in North County,” Lofty’s three locations in Encinitas and Solana Beach mean you might find one without the lines. Its original location near Moonlight Beach is a local cafe and coffee roasting spot with specialty coffee and artisanal food decorated in industrial chic. A locally owned and operated cafe, Lofty roasts its own coffee beans."
Mentioned by Megan & Aram | Travel Blog
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"If you’re spending a weekend in San Diego, a trip to Little Italy and its farmer’s market will probably be on your agenda. To get a boost of energy before you start browsing the market, head to Lofty Coffee for a nice breakfast. Oh yes, they serve some great pastries here if you want a real Italian breakfast, but they also have breakfast and lunch menus (all organic)."
Mentioned by Dymabroad
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"Lofty Coffee is also a great place to go to in San Diego if you want to have good coffee!. This coffee shop focus on two things in sourcing their coffee. They try to find the coffee that is most delicious and that allows you to try out flavors from all around the world."
Wayfarer Bread & Pastry
Wayfarer Bread & Pastry
4.7 (259 ratings)
5525 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
BakeryCafe
The Baked Bear
The Baked Bear
4.7 (1796 ratings)
Dessert shop for made-to-order ice cream sandwiches with freshly baked cookies, donuts & brownies.
4516 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109, USA
Dessert shopBakeryCookie shopDessert restaurantIce cream shop
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"Pacific Beach, Carmel MountainMix or match two freshly baked cookies or brownies on the outside and a huge scoop of decadent ice cream inside for the perfect hand-held treat at The Baked Bear. Whatever combo you choose, have it hot-pressed, drizzled with sauce, rolled in sprinkles, mini M&Ms, or Fruity Pebbles, topped with whipped cream, or all three.How to order:Limited seating is available on a first-come basis."
Mentioned by Spoon University
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"You can choose from any of their homemade cookies, brownies, or even donuts to hold together this decadent sandwich. They have a wide range of original cookie and ice cream flavors to pick from, and you can even get your sandwich rolled in a topping ranging from brownie bites to Fruity Pebbles. #SpoonTip: This treat tastes better at the beach."
Mentioned by Jasmine Alley
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"If you’ve got a sweet tooth and like to Instagram your desserts, try Baked Bear!. They have the best ice cream sandwiches in town. These freshly baked cookies topped with delicious craft ice cream will leave you and your followers drooling."
European Cake Gallery
European Cake Gallery
4.7 (107 ratings)
Long-running bakery crafting pastries, cookies & pies, plus custom wedding cakes.
3661 Voltaire St, San Diego, CA 92106, USA
Bakery
Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe - Scripps Ranch
Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe - Scripps Ranch
4.3 (58 ratings)
10755 Scripps Poway Pkwy, San Diego, CA 92131, USA
CafeBakeryBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCake shopCookie shopLunch restaurant
Mentioned by Your North County
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"Situated in an unassuming strip mall in Sabre Springs (west of Poway), Nutmeg has racked up its healthy share of local fans. Serving Caffe Calabria coffee, seasonal foods (breakfast, brunch, and lunch), gluten-free and vegan menu items, and sweet delights from its vast pastry case, Nutmeg makes culinary and coffee magic happen in an industrial-like, open space with bar seating, booth areas, and tables situated next to outlets. If you’re looking for an office away from home, Nutmeg is it."
Cinnaholic
Cinnaholic
4.3 (91 ratings)
Destination for vegan cinnamon rolls customized with tons of different toppings & frosting flavors.
4652 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109, USA
BakeryCoffee shopDessert shopVegan restaurant
Mentioned by Spoon University
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"This isn't your average cinnamon roll, in more ways than one. The cinnamon rolls are all DIY with frosting flavors like cake batter and coffee and toppings like cookie dough and Oreo cookies. The cinnamon rolls are also completely vegan."
Miss Donuts
Miss Donuts
4.1 (187 ratings)
7863 Broadway, Lemon Grove, CA 91945, USA
Donut shopBakery
Crumbs
Crumbs
5 (3 ratings)
2826 Amulet St, San Diego, CA 92123, USA
BakeryCookie shop

Top Best Seafood Restaurants in Pacific Beach

Olive and Basil restaurant
Olive and Basil restaurant
4 (290 ratings)
Diners dig into classic Mediterranean eats at this comfortable venue with a spacious patio.
8008 Girard Ave #220, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Mediterranean restaurantBrunch restaurantLunch restaurantSeafood restaurant
Lobster West Coronado
Lobster West Coronado
4.4 (763 ratings)
Seafood sandwich specialist serving casual fare plus beer & wine in laid-back surrounds.
1033 B Ave #102, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
Seafood restaurant
Mentioned by bringfido.com
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"Lobster West is a dog-friendly restaurant serving fresh Maine seafood in Coronado. Visitors to Lobster West can head to one of the seven outdoor tables on its two patios to enjoy a meal alongside their furry friend. Lobster West's menu includes gluten-free dishes, soups, salads, and specialty seafood rolls such as lobster, scallop, crab, shrimp, Lobster Grilled Cheese, and Dieter's Delight."
Mentioned by La Jolla Mom
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"This casual mini-chain with a location in Encinitas proves that you can find worthwhile lobster rolls on the West Coast. Along with made-to-order rolls filled with imported Maine lobster, the shop also serves versions filled with scallops, crab or shrimp. Flights of soup, coleslaw, baked beans, and salads fill out the rest of the menu."
Harney Sushi
Harney Sushi
4.5 (984 ratings)
Energy infuses this popular sushi eatery offering a variety of rolls & creative cocktails.
3964 Harney St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
Sushi restaurantJapanese restaurantRestaurantSeafood restaurant
Mentioned by JustLuxe
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"Trendsetters and tastemakers have flocked to Miso Harney Sushi since the day it opened without slowing down. The ultra-cool vibe inside is set off by the rich red walls and marble counter tops.[Learn more]"
Mentioned by 710beachrentals.com
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"Harney Sushi’s funky, experimental vibe puts it at the top of any list of best sushi in San Deigo. The creative, exciting menu features some riffs on classic favorites and new takes on what sushi can be."

Best Gelato in Pacific Beach

Gelati & Peccati
Gelati & Peccati
4.9 (165 ratings)
Compact, laid-back Italian eatery with a terrace specializing in pizza & ice cream.
3066 B University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
Pizza restaurantIce cream shop
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"The buzz:Roman-style pizza, served by the slice.The food: The newest member of the Buona Forchetta family, Gelati & Peccati, is modeled after the walk-up pizzerie and gelati shops common in Rome. High-hydration dough ferments for 72 hours, and is baked in sheet pans for light, airy, and crispy crusts. Sold al taglio, or “by the cut,” there’s dozens of combinations that rotate throughout the day, and while it’s difficult to pick favorites, standouts include luxurious Lussuria with mozzarella, caciocavallo, guanciale, and fresh truffle or simple marinara; cherry tomatoes, oregano, basil, and garlic."
Mentioned by Eater San Diego
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"Roman-style pizza and gelato meet at this spot in North Park. Helmed by the Buona Forchetta Family of restaurants, this shop serves 18 flavors of gelato. For a combination of carbs and cream, order the GOLA: gelato stuffed into a pizza crust with whipped cream and hazelnuts."
The Cravory
The Cravory
4.4 (227 ratings)
Cookies in creative, ever-changing flavors are sold in a chic space with a bright, white vibe.
3960 W Point Loma Blvd Unit M, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
Cookie shopCatererCorporate gift supplierDessert shopIce cream shopWedding bakery
Mentioned by Red Tricycle
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"Cravory Cookies has stolen many hearts around town not only for their fresh-baked creations and changing seasonal flavors, but for their eye-catching colors. These are practically the perfect cookie with a soft gooey center and a crisp surface, making for the most memorable bite you’ll ever have. You can often find these gourmet cookies all over town at many local restaurants and coffee shops that have partnered up to sell them."
Mentioned by Red Tricycle
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"Your fam will love digging in to The Cravory's April cookie flavors from circus animal and caramel churro to chocolate velvet and oatmeal chocolate chip. Customize your order with a mix and match box for pick-up. Even more, try the Take and Bake chocolate chip cookies to make fresh at home."
Mentioned by San Diego Reader
These essential businesses still bake cookies
"At least that’s the government’s position, despite the fear and misgivings of some in our citizenry. I’m not here to settle that discussion from any public policy standpoint. But I am here to say that cookies have been essential to my own well-being, while at home in isolation."
Mr. Trustee Creamery
Mr. Trustee Creamery
4.5 (41 ratings)
4033 Goldfinch St, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
Ice cream shop
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"Mission HillsIt’s a bold move, opening a new business in the midst of a pandemic, but Trust Restaurant Group and their Executive Pastry Chef Jeremy Harville did just that, launching Mr. Trustee, an ice creamery with a street-side, walk up window adjacent to Cardellino in Mission Hills. Mr. Trustee offers rotating, seasonal flavors of soft serve and handcrafted ice cream available in cups or house-made waffle cones, and by the pint. Scoops include Cookies and Cream, Malted Chocolate Brownie, Honey-Vanilla, Berry Sorbet, and more, with soft serve options in Captain Crunch, Malted Milk, and the like."
Mentioned by Eater San Diego
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"The Trust Group’s venture into ice cream is this walkup window found next to Cardellino in Mission Hills. Lead by Executive Pastry Chef Jeremy Harville, the shop serves chef-centric flavors like malted chocolate brownie, kiwi cucumber sorbet with Tajin and Captain Crunch or malted milk soft serve."

Best Vegetarian Restaurants in Pacific Beach

Trilogy Sanctuary
Trilogy Sanctuary
4.7 (287 ratings)
Rooftop cafe offering an organic, vegan, gluten-free menu, smoothies, boho-chic decor & ocean views.
Rooftop & Level 3, 7650 Girard Ave Suite 400, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Vegan restaurantBoutiqueCafeGluten-free restaurantHealth food restaurantOrganic restaurantRestaurantVegetarian restaurantWellness centerYoga studio
Mentioned by VegNews.com
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"With a smoothie selection as expansive as its rooftop view of the Pacific Ocean, this yoga-studio-meets-all-day-eatery prides itself on organic and nourishing ingredients. Sit back with a plate of Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos and watch the aerial-silks class, or sign up for a yoga session and refuel with the Nourish Green Bowl afterward. It’s not just a restaurant, Trilogy is truly a vegan sanctuary."
Mentioned by LaJolla.com
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"When you’re seeking a quick bite to eat, without giving up anything in regards to quality and test, Trilogy Sanctuary is an excellent choice. Stop by this rooftop cafe for organic and vegan favorites, ranging from smoothies to grain bowls and everything in between. While you’re eating, you’ll enjoy ocean views and the cool breeze."
Mentioned by Eater San Diego
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"Vegan and vegetarian food are served in a beautiful rooftop environment at Trilogy Sanctuary. Come for a yoga class and make sure to stay for the food afterwards."
Native Foods
Native Foods
4.6 (677 ratings)
Chain for creative, Californian-style vegan fare, including mock-meat dishes, ordered at a counter.
3369 Rosecrans St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
Vegan restaurantRestaurantVegetarian restaurant
Sundara
Sundara
4.4 (287 ratings)
Intimate Indian eatery with a covered patio serving assorted curries, tandoori chicken & craft beer.
1774 Sunset Cliffs Blvd, San Diego, CA 92107, USA
Indian restaurantDelivery RestaurantRestaurantVegan restaurantVegetarian restaurant

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