I love traveling and among my favorite things about wandering through the streets of a foreign country is happening upon a delicious little bakery. For starters, it is total eye candy – all those too-pretty-to-be-real pastries filling the case. Then there is the smell… Oh, the smell of fresh carby goodness. And of course, the agony of the choice – let’s be honest, choices, plural – before sinking my teeth into the obviously fresh amazingness. It all just adds to the experience of traveling. Fortunately, for those days when you want to fly to Europe but can’t, there is a little French bakery in Del Mar, CA, that will make you feel like you have.

Paris en Rose Bakery and Cafe opened its doors in the San Diego town of Del Mar in March 2023 to great acclaim.
Howard Chen/Google Reviews
Stepping into this darling space, it is not difficult to imagine yourself across the pond in a fancy little Paris shop.
Cheryl Andaya/Google Reviews
The chef and owner of this Paris-inspired bakery was actually born in Morocco but spent years in Paris before coming to Southern California. Her baking expertise began as a young girl and was honed through baking courses with renowned bakers in France and California.
Bringing a touch of Paris to the Golden State, the desserts and pastries here - both sweet and savory - are made by hand, not in a factory, using the finest butter and organic flour imported from France.
Elizabeth Cheng/Google Reviews
The classic Parisian goodies are so delicious and popular with locals that they sell out every day.
The croissants - with flavors like Pistachio, Raspberry Rose, Chocolate Almond, and more - are extremely popular, but they are just the beginning.
Jeff Lau/Google Reviews
In true Paris fashion, you will find a variety of delicate macarons, Millefeuille, L’Eclair, Creme Brulée, etc.

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How can anyone resist these incredibly fresh fruit tarts using seasonal fruits like figs, berries, peaches, plums, and pears?
Eva Pataki/Google Reviews
Not everything at Paris en Rose is sweet or fruity. A variety of fresh savory Danishes are made using local and seasonal flavors. You can also buy traditional baguettes, olive bread, and other fresh loaves.
Venous Sedeghi/Google Reviews
If you can bear to turn your back on the pastry case (most likely after you have placed your order), you will find a little French épicerie (market) with imported products like cookies, candies, jams, and juices. Are we sure we are still in SoCal?
Eva Pataki/Google Reviews
The sweet coastal town of Del Mar is just perfect for this bakery. Even the view from inside sweeps you away a bit. This cute little plaza in Del Mar makes it easy to imagine you are in a little European town.
JM Medenilla/Google Reviews

You don’t have to go to Paris to enjoy French pastries, so what are you waiting for? Find out more about this lovely little bakery, including menu, hours, etc. on the Paris en Rose website. Why not indulge your sweet tooth and your wanderlust at the same time? Spend the weekend in Del Mar at the European-inspired L’Augberge Del Mar.

Want to discover more hidden gems? Check out our collection of some of the best places to eat and drink in Southern California.

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