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Girard Gourmet

7837 Girard Ave, La Jolla, San Diego, CA 92037-4231
858-454-3321
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Ranked #20 of 200 restaurants in La Jolla
Cuisines: Delicatessen
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La Jolla, California
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37 reviews 37 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2013

The coffee is awful and most pastries are loaded with lard. Not too friendly. Too expensive for what they have. Needs a complete makeover.

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Maryland
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22 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2013 via mobile

Delicious cookies, muffins, pastries and croissants. Great coffee. Great sandwiches to take to go and enjoy on the beach. A must stop in La Jolla!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2013

From the Seven Seas Seafood Chowder to the cinnamon–pecan roll we had for desert, everything was fabulous, and at very reasonable prices. Owner and staff were friendly. We visited on a Friday: they still had a line just out the door at 1:00 p.m. Line did not dissipate until 2:00 p.m., which is a testament to how popular this place... More

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San Diego, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 16, 2013

This La Jolla institution seems like a whole in the wall, but what a gem. Delicious fresh salads, soups, entrees, breads, pastries, cookies, fresh juice, sandwiches. Some of the fruits and vegetables actually come from the owners garden. You can eat at one of their little tables, but why not get it all to go and take off for a... More

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Keller, Texas, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 10, 2013

Had a lamb stew that was very good and lentil soup that was also. Not much to eat for kids except baked goods. Cookies were good also

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Winchester, KY
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38 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 2, 2013 via mobile

Tour-guide Tim brought the group here for a bite during his LaJolla-Torrey Pines tour(see Things to do in San Diego). Outstanding French bakery with great soups, salads, quiches, hot entrees and cookies- get the Dirty Cookie for a midday treat. Great stop if you want a quick bite during your retail therapy session in downtown LaJolla.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 19, 2013

We ordered a pear chicken salad which was magnificent and a half a turkey avocado sandwich with soup, which was also great. We were stuffed and didn't try the pastries, which looked great. The servers were not rude but weren't particularly nice.

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Tahoe City, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 16, 2013

We stayed in La Jolla this past weekend. While driving thru La Jolla one night on our way to dinner, my wife noticed the Girard Bakery and suggested we stop by later in our visit. It was a short walk from our hotel on Prospect Street a day or so later. This is a smallish bakery with a few tables... More

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Sacramento, California
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16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 15, 2013

Looking for a great sandwich while shopping in La Jolla, this is the place to go. Great bread, and great variety of sandwiches to choose from. Popular place for the locals.

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La Jolla, California
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8 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 11, 2012

Lots of choices for lunch although sometimes crowded but worth the wait. And still busy considering a Panera opened right next door!

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