Girard Gourmet
Go early for the almond croissants before they're gone. Grab a cortado and a seat at the counter. Girard Avenue foot traffic won't pick up for another hour. You'll be out before the line forms.
Almond croissants. Get two. The cortado is solid. Skip the pastries that look like they've been sitting.
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- 7837 Girard Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
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