The Place
The operation runs on volume and consistency. Brick & Bell bakes more than two hundred thousand scones a year, all made from scratch in-house alongside the rest of the pastry lineup. Everything comes out of the kitchen daily, and items sell out — a constraint that rewards the early crowd, which is the point. Doors open at five in the morning, seven days a week, making it one of the few village spots serving the pre-dawn and sunrise set. Gluten-free and egg-free baked goods sit alongside the core lineup, broadening the reach without diluting the bakery-first identity. The original La Jolla Village location anchors a cottage-scale space with outdoor patio seating. A second La Jolla Shores outpost and a Pacific Beach location followed over subsequent years, each with distinct decor but the same low-key, neighborhood feel. Owner Peter built the business over more than sixteen years in La Jolla, and the community connection runs deep — he knows thousands of regulars by name.
"Two hundred thousand scones a year, all from scratch — a bakery-first operation that rewards the early crowd."
Known For
- Scones — This quick bite place is known for their scones and they are delicious. (www.snapchat.com)
- Cortado — with the cortado being a highlight (www.restaurantji.com)
- Coffee — Brick & Bell is known for its tasty coffee (www.airial.travel)
- Avocado Toast — Also a must try is the Avocado Toast (www.yelp.com)
- Iced Dirty Chai — “AMAZING ICED DIRTY CHAI” (restaurantguru.com)
- Açaí Bowls — “AÇAÍ BOWLS !!!” (restaurantguru.com)
The Vibe
"cute and country-themed interior"
Good For
- Breakfast
- Coffee
- Cold drink
- Family Friendly
- Warm day
- Locals
- Tourists
- Coffee lovers
Recognition
- Consistently earns great reviews and ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor (www.tripadvisor.com)
- Ranked #7 of 65 Quick Bites in La Jolla (www.tripadvisor.com)
