Came here for a quick breakfast with little to no expectations. I was blown away! The food was so good. I got the Mediterranean frittata panini, two different types of vegetarian quiche, and a blueberry pie latte. Everything was amazing. I was really impressed by the service as well. The line to order was so long but moved so fast and the food arrived at a reasonable time. They must have their service down to a science. It’s definitely a local gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brigid Weese
Whenever I want to experience Europe I go to Bread & Cie
Why put salty (not feta) cheese between the eggy layer and bottom crust in a spinach & feta quiche? I enjoy their pastries, their service, and the bread samples. Unfortunately with no parking and the line it feels cramped and not worth it in the morning.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bakery
Teena Malicsi
I really don't have anything negative to say about this place... oh wait, I do have one small thing – it's a bit too far from me! 😁😁😁 But whenever I'm in the Hillcrest area, I always make it a point to stop by. Their bread 🥪🍞🥪🍞 is just always so fresh and delicious!
Typically out of various breads by 9 AM. French Epi tasted blah and cold.
Annalee Sasahara
Bread & Cie is truly a local gem! I don’t know how they do it, but every time I walk through the doors of this place I feel like all my problems melt away.
They’ve got amazing breads, pastries, and desserts, but I’ve recently loved coming in for a hearty lunch. I love the half sandwich/half soup option they have. The tomato soup is amazing! Their chicken salad sandwiches are also one of my favorites.
They have plenty of seating whether you’re solo or with a larger group. They also have a parking lot in the back that offers one hour free while you’re in the restaurant which is great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Adam Dev Dean
Overpriced for what they’re offering. Paid $15 for a turkey panini which had pesto that was more oily than tasty. The sourdough loaf was also very hard, although tasty. Overall, the food isn’t bad, and the atmosphere is nice, but it’s too pricey for what it’s offering.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 4
Sidney McKenzie
This review has nothing to do with the food, which remains excellent, truly the best bread in San Diego & one of my favorite spots. I have been hundreds of times and Lorena the bread maker is a master at her craft.
That said, I’ve been coming here for nearly three decades and the service is not what it used to be. For example, today one of the items on my order was forgotten entirely. When I asked about it and paid for it again since they forgot the order they did not bring me the item. I had to ask again and the woman working was very rude and still took her time bringing me the item after I asked for it a third time. This is unacceptable and never would have occurred in the past.
I have heard similar stories from other friends and family and I hope they get their service back on track.
Large establishment where goods are made on site. Indoor and outdoor seating. Huge selection of pastries and breads. Fast service,
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mama Shrek
Locals love this place, so I checked it out. There is a line on Saturday mornings. I love the Saturday special -- fougassé for $8.95, which can be shared by 2-3 people. I also like my home-squeezed grapefruit juice. Highly recommended. Definitely going back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christopher Gorrie
My friend and I came to Bread & Cie for breakfast today. I’ve been here once before but it was years ago. We ordered an imported mozzarella sandwich, avocado toast with poached eggs, and orange juice, and a watermelon lemonade. Everything was really fresh and used high-quality ingredients.
The sandwich bread was soft and pillowy, and the olive tapenade and mozzarella played off of each other perfectly. The avocado on the toast was perfectly ripe and super tasty. The watermelon lemonade was amazing! It was so good I want to make it at home. They bake their own bread here, which explains the elevated bread on their plates.
The store is busy, a bit loud, and the surrounding parking lots are paid (one is $2/hr, another $6/hr). But it’s still a worthwhile spot, since they take so much care making their dishes and drinks. Totally recommend!
Came here for a quick breakfast with little to no expectations. I was blown away! The food was so good. I got the Mediterranean frittata panini, two different types of vegetarian quiche, and a blueberry pie latte. Everything was amazing. I was really impressed by the service as well. The line to order was so long but moved so fast and the food arrived at a reasonable time. They must have their service down to a science. It’s definitely a local gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Whenever I want to experience Europe I go to Bread & Cie
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bakery, Grilled Cheese \u0026 Tomato Soup
Excellent bakery and lunch
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Why put salty (not feta) cheese between the eggy layer and bottom crust in a spinach & feta quiche? I enjoy their pastries, their service, and the bread samples. Unfortunately with no parking and the line it feels cramped and not worth it in the morning.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bakery
I really don't have anything negative to say about this place... oh wait, I do have one small thing – it's a bit too far from me! 😁😁😁 But whenever I'm in the Hillcrest area, I always make it a point to stop by. Their bread 🥪🍞🥪🍞 is just always so fresh and delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bakery, Avocado Toast \u0026 Poached Eggs, Specialty Bread Plate
Nice relaxing atmosphere, good food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Typically out of various breads by 9 AM. French Epi tasted blah and cold.
Bread & Cie is truly a local gem! I don’t know how they do it, but every time I walk through the doors of this place I feel like all my problems melt away.
They’ve got amazing breads, pastries, and desserts, but I’ve recently loved coming in for a hearty lunch. I love the half sandwich/half soup option they have. The tomato soup is amazing! Their chicken salad sandwiches are also one of my favorites.
They have plenty of seating whether you’re solo or with a larger group. They also have a parking lot in the back that offers one hour free while you’re in the restaurant which is great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Overpriced for what they’re offering. Paid $15 for a turkey panini which had pesto that was more oily than tasty. The sourdough loaf was also very hard, although tasty. Overall, the food isn’t bad, and the atmosphere is nice, but it’s too pricey for what it’s offering.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 4
This review has nothing to do with the food, which remains excellent, truly the best bread in San Diego & one of my favorite spots. I have been hundreds of times and Lorena the bread maker is a master at her craft.
That said, I’ve been coming here for nearly three decades and the service is not what it used to be. For example, today one of the items on my order was forgotten entirely. When I asked about it and paid for it again since they forgot the order they did not bring me the item. I had to ask again and the woman working was very rude and still took her time bringing me the item after I asked for it a third time. This is unacceptable and never would have occurred in the past.
I have heard similar stories from other friends and family and I hope they get their service back on track.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Bakery, Soup
Restaurantji Recommends
Large establishment where goods are made on site.
Indoor and outdoor seating.
Huge selection of pastries and breads. Fast service,
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Locals love this place, so I checked it out. There is a line on Saturday mornings. I love the Saturday special -- fougassé for $8.95, which can be shared by 2-3 people. I also like my home-squeezed grapefruit juice. Highly recommended. Definitely going back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My friend and I came to Bread & Cie for breakfast today. I’ve been here once before but it was years ago. We ordered an imported mozzarella sandwich, avocado toast with poached eggs, and orange juice, and a watermelon lemonade. Everything was really fresh and used high-quality ingredients.
The sandwich bread was soft and pillowy, and the olive tapenade and mozzarella played off of each other perfectly. The avocado on the toast was perfectly ripe and super tasty. The watermelon lemonade was amazing! It was so good I want to make it at home. They bake their own bread here, which explains the elevated bread on their plates.
The store is busy, a bit loud, and the surrounding parking lots are paid (one is $2/hr, another $6/hr). But it’s still a worthwhile spot, since they take so much care making their dishes and drinks. Totally recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Avocado Toast \u0026 Poached Eggs
Blackberry mirrore cake was nice but a little over-sweetened.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Delicious coffee and pastries
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
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