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Lofty Coffee Little Italy


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COFFEE HOURS

6:30am-4pm - Daily


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Free WIFI
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Your Local Café in Little Italy

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A premier cafe and bakery in Little Italy that’s designed for the natural rhythm of downtown living. Set among walkable streets and lively corners, this location blends into daily life in Little Italy while still offering a quiet moment from the city.

For San Diegans, it’s a reliable place for coffee on the walk to work, a lively meeting spot for breakfast, or a quick stop while exploring downtown. It’s a favorite for finer food at a fast pace.

  • Breakfast, Brunch & Baked Goods Made With Care

    Breakfast and brunch at Lofty Little Italy focus on fresh ingredients, careful preparation, and dishes that feel both comforting and considered. The menu is built to suit weekday mornings as easily as leisurely weekends, all within the context of the busy city.

    Guest favorites:
    • Freshly baked breads and pastries
    • Egg-based breakfast plates
    • Seasonal bowls and lighter fare
    • Gluten-free and vegan-friendly choices
    Start Your Morning Here
  • Coffee & Beverages, Crafted in San Diego

    Every drink at Lofty begins with coffee we roast locally in San Diego, with an emphasis on clarity, balance, and consistency. From espresso and cold brew to matcha and seasonal creations, each beverage is crafted to stand on its own or pair effortlessly with food.

    Most-loved drinks:
    • Cold brew and iced lattes
    • Matcha-based beverages
    • Seasonal offerings
    Find Your Drink Of Choice

Menu

We take pride in our pastries, crafted with fresh, locally sourced organic ingredients. Our skilled bakers create a delightful array of treats, from flaky croissants to rich muffins, all made daily to ensure maximum freshness. Whether you’re enjoying a warm pastry with your coffee or indulging in a sweet treat during brunch, you can taste the care and passion that goes into every bite.

POACHED S.L.O.E. EGGS

THE ENCINITAS

Poached S.L.O.E eggs, organic artisan toast, avocado & your choice of spread

THE LITTLE ITALY

Poached S.L.O.E eggs, butter croissant, heirloom tomato & wilde arugula

THE CEDROS (GF)

Poached S.L.O.E eggs, heirloom tomato, avocado & chicken sausage

THE CARLSBAD

Poached S.L.O.E eggs, organic artisan toast, avocado, tater tots & your choice of spread

TOASTS

ORGANIC FRENCH TOAST

House-made brioche, pure maple syrup, Straus butter & fresh fruit

House-made gluten-free bread available

FLOWER CHILD

Organic artisan toast, almond butter, banana, honey, toasted coconut, sunflower & chia seed

House-made gluten-free bread available

FLOWER CHILD

Organic artisan toast, almond butter, banana, honey, toasted coconut, sunflower & chia seed

House-made gluten-free bread available

TOASTED QUICKIE (V)

Organic artisan toast, avocado, drizzled with EVOO & balsamic glaze, topped with maldon salt

House-made gluten-free bread available

HUMMUS & AVOCADO TOAST (V)

Organic artisan toast, house-made hummus, avocado, heirloom tomato, watermelon radish, sweet onion, microgreens and lemon

House-made gluten-free bread available

SANDWICHES & WRAPS

SAUSAGE, EGG & CHEDDAR CROISSANT

Organic egg, chicken sausage, aged cheddar, arugula & tomato jam

TURKEY & AVOCADO CROISSANT

Avocado, arugula, oven roasted turkey, Ovalini mozzarella & balsamic glaze

THE AMERICAN

Artisan multi grain bread, roasted turkey, aged cheddar, dill pickle, sweet onion, mustard aioli & a side of caesar salad

House-made gluten-free bread available

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN WRAP

All natural chicken, gem lettuce, sunflower greens, avocado, jicama, sweet onion, lime, house made hummus & chipotle crema wrapped in a spinach tortilla

BOWLS

YOGURT, FRUIT & GRANOLA (GF)

Organic Straus yogurt & house-made gluten-free granola with fresh fruit

Dairy-free yogurt available

ORGANIC ACAI BOWL (V,GF)

Peanut butter, house-made gluten-free granola, seasonal fresh fruit, cacao nibs, toasted coconut, chia & hemp seeds

Option to sub almond butter

ARUGULA & ENDIVE BOWL (GF)

Organic arugula, red endive, pistachio, fig, goat cheese & house-made cherry balsamic vinaigrette

Option to add avocado or chicken

SUPERFOOD BOWL (GF)

Organic steamed cauliflower, red cabbage, spinach, rainbow carrot, avocado, watermelon radish, chia & sunflower seeds, house-made hummus, & lemon poppy seed dressing

Add ons: Vanilla & Lavender Lemongrass Syrup

Substitutions: House-made Almond milk or Organic oat milk

COFFEE

MORNING DOVE HOUSE COFFEE (ORGANIC)

Bottomless - Served until 12pm

MANUAL BREW FILTER COFFEE

Inquire about seasonal offerings

KEEPING IT CLASSY ESPRESSO
  • Espresso
  • Long Black

Seasonal single origin espresso available

ESPRESSO & MILK
  • Macchiato
  • Cortado
  • Cappuccino
  • Flat White
  • Latte
COFFEE LIBATIONS
MOCHA

House-made chocolate ganache

AZTEC MOCHA

Dark cacao, cinnamon & cayenne

TURKISH LATTE

Infused with cardamom & raw sugar

SALTED CARAMEL LATTE

House-made caramel & fler de sel salt

LOFTY-STYLE NOLA

Cold brew, chicory & house-made vanilla

CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF COLD BREW

Cold brew, house-made vanilla, shaken heavy cream

KYOTO-STYLE COLD BREW

Over ice

Single origin nitro

TEA LIBATIONS

HOUSE BREWED CHAI LATTE

Indian black tea, organic milk, blue agave & warming spices

LONDON FOG

Earl grey, house-made vanilla, charcoal dust, organic cream

MATCHA, MINT & MILK

Matcha, mint, honey, house-made almond milk

ORGANIC GOLDEN MILK

Turmeric, organic milk, honey, spices

LOOSE-LEAF ORGANIC TEA

GREEN TEA
  • Moroccan mint
  • Dragon pearl jasmine superior
  • Mountain oolong
BLACK TEA
  • Earl grey de la creme
  • Estate Assam
  • Masala Chai
HERBAL TEA
  • Chamomile
  • Blood orange rooibos
  • Hibiscus lemongrass
ORGANIC TEA ON ICE
  • Hibiscus & blood orange rooibos
  • Moroccan mint
  • Black lavender

Made from scratch in our kitchen using the finest quality organic and natural ingredients.

Butter croissant
Chocolate croissant
Almond croissant
Salted chocolate chunk cookie
Harvest muffin
Savory breakfast scone
Matcha Donut (GF)
Soft lemon cookie (GF)
Banana Nut Loaf (V, GF)
Chocolate chunk oatmeal cookie (V, GF)

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