Parakeet Café
$$ • Cafe, Coffee Shops, Acai Bowls
Hours:
1680 India St, San Diego
(619) 255-1442
About Parakeet Café
Customers' Favorites
Parakeet Café Reviews
Nice supply of vegan options (surprisingly rare in the City I've found so far!)
lovely corner of Little Italy and very attentive staff
Todo es fresco y delicioso
Yummy Coffee, Lattes, Smoothies and delicious bakery goodies 💜
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 7AM - 5PM |
| Tuesday | 7AM - 5PM |
| Wednesday | 7AM - 5PM |
| Thursday | 7AM - 5PM |
| Friday | 7AM - 5PM |
| Saturday | 7AM - 5PM |
| Sunday | 7AM - 5PM |
The Parakeet Café, nestled in the heart of Little Italy, offers a delightful dining experience with its yummy food and friendly staff. This popular establishment boasts a variety of vegan options and is renowned for its healthy dishes made from fresh ingredients. While the prices may be slightly on the higher side, the café provides a good overall experience, especially with its popular menu items like the harvest toast and the avocado toast, which some find slightly small for the cost.
The smoothie bowls are a standout, and the café also offers excellent vegan baked goods, including cookies and muffins. Despite occasional mentions of slow service, the Parakeet Café remains a top choice for breakfast, with the power bowl being a must-try, although it can be slightly heavy on salt. Arriving early on Sundays is recommended to avoid the line. Gluten-free options are available and safe for celiacs, though the size of the gluten-free bread may be a downside for some.
The café's charcoal waffle, which is gluten-free and dairy-free, has been praised as a standout menu item. The Parakeet Café offers a trendy atmosphere and a variety of tasty breakfast and brunch options, making it a great choice for anyone visiting San Diego with dietary restrictions.