il giardino di Lilli
7467 Girard Ave, San Diego, CA
Crema's Take
“Tucked into a lush garden in La Jolla, il giardino di Lilli is an authentic Italian café that feels like a peaceful escape from typical coffee shop culture, with genuinely friendly staff who craft exceptional espresso drinks and pillowy croissants filled with pistachio cream and marzipan. The intimate indoor space and verdant outdoor seating create an ambiance so warm and welcoming that regulars rave it's exactly what a coffee shop should be, making it perfect for lingering over breakfast or meeting friends in a serene, green setting.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
I rarely give 5 stars to anyone unless it’s exceptional and this place is definitely exceptional. It’s small / cozy which contributes to the ambiance. The blend of eccentric indoor and green outdoor spaces is so well executed. The service is wonderful - you definitely get a…
Lovely place. They have seating in the garden, which is really, really nice. Also, the people are very, very friendly and helpful. The coffees are really nice. Their breakfast/brunch items are, however, in my opinion, their best items. For example, their mortadella sandwich is…
Such a lovely spot for coffee and pastries tucked into a serene space (former Pannikin) in LaJolla Authentic Italian cafe. Delicious soft croissants filled with pistachio cream, marzipan or Nutella.
A coffee shop nestled in a garden in La Jolla, this warm Italian-style restaurant has a lush, green, and serene atmosphere. The staff are very enthusiastic, and all beverages and food are made with high-quality, fresh ingredients—you can truly taste the care put into each dish.…
This is what a coffee shop should be. We searched for an Italian coffee shop as we are fatigued with the atmosphere of normal coffee shops. I didn’t think we’d find anything but found this place by surprise. Great atmosphere and seating inside and out. Fantastic coffee, baked…
Crema Reviews
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