Dolce Aroma Italian Bakery - Carlsbad, California

Jenny R.

Authentic Italian Bakery! How did I miss this place?! So unassuming, hole in the wall bakery tucked in the corner of a shopping plaza. The pictures speak for themselves. Delicious and authentic. Don't come here expecting American style pastries or sandwiches. It's amazing and the quality is there! I've been to Italy, husband is from France so his expectations are always high when it's an European bakery. He loved the Italian sandwich and Italian ham especially. As for the prices, it's on par with the quality, did I hear imported Italian flour?! Yes. Italian family owned bakery where you hear them speaking Italian? Yes. Cute Italian mom and dad hanging out in the bakery? Yes. You can't get more authentic than that. My new favorite local bakery.

Frances H.

After an afternoon jaunt around the Elfin Forest in Escondido, my friend & I wanted to go for a cafe & snack. With just a simple (google) search, we truly lucked out by coming across Dolce Aroma Bakery in Carlsbad. We decided to give it a go.
The owner(s) were beyond friendly - not to mention, very welcoming. The food was magnificent! After finishing our lunch, I decided to get another (very authentic) baguette sandwich to take home to each of my family members along with some pastries. I wish it weren't so far from my home as I live down in San Diego. What I do know is that, when I do find myself up in north county SD, I will be going out of my way to treat myself to a visit to Dolce Aroma Bakery!! I give this eatery a high recommendation and for all possible reasons (atmosphere, service, quality).

Bree S.

Dolce Aroma is easily one of my favorite places in all of San Diego. The owners and staff are incredible with amazing customer service. It feels like stepping into an Italian home and you feel so welcome there. My family and I stop here whenever we get the chance and I’ve never had anything but spectacular food and drinks. They’re the best and a must-go bakery!

Julianne S.

This place is amazing! The food, the service, the friendly welcome from the family that owns this place- all just outstanding! My husband and I tried the mortadella pistachio sandwich special and picked out a box full of delicious super fresh pastries (they bake their bread and pastries fresh three times/day). This food is as Authentic Italian as you can get, the family is from Italy and they import all of their ingredients from Italy, as well. If you're looking for an amazing Authentic Italian food experience, you NEED to try this place - you'll be so happy you did. Thanks for the delicious food and friendly service, we can't wait to come back next time we're in the area! ❤️

John O.

The food here is amazing! True Italian food and pastries from true Italian immigrants! Owner operated just like an Italian shop
in Italy! A hidden gem- go try it and you will shocked and back for more! The home made bread is amazing and home made pasta dishes. From Naples to
Carlsbad- trust me! Wish I could try for the first time again. Enjoy! Buon apetito!

Livia N.

Love this place so much! We found it randomly and if we lived closer we would be there way too much. As an Italian, the food and the ambiance is just as legit as it can be! Going back tomorrow! So happy to have found this place!! And to all the people who comment on the food, go to Italy and see that is spot on.

Patrick S.

We visited on a quiet Sunday afternoon and had no idea what to expect. The cafe is nice and cozy with some outdoor seating. The star of the show is the family running the place--they have a genuine passion for what they do and they treat their customers very well.

The desserts are indulgent and amazing. We had the torta pistachio, angel wings, and sfogliatella (not at one sitting--we had the torta and then got more to go). Everything was top tier and made with imported ingredients. Even the cappuccino was stellar.

Look, it was so good that I'm learning Italian just to go to Italy and find more food like what I experienced at Dolce Aroma. If I could order it delivered every day (we live six to eight hours away unfortunately), I would. If you are on the fence about going to this cafe, get off the fence and go. It's seriously that good.

Crissy L.

Ciao Napoli! True story….I went to a meeting and had to urgently find a gas station. Not big deal. When I was leaving I stumbled to a sign calling me: ITALIAN BAKERY. That was a call. An Italian bakery in San Diego!!! I had to check. It literally my day. So much so, I came back next day and I can guarantee you, I will always come back. The entire family was there. A family owned business of authentic delicious Italian pastries. Was even emotional because they make a pastrie called sfogliatella that was my grandma’s favorite. Oh and the brasiliano coffee was amazing with my fig and prosciutto ciabatta. Bravo. Oh and gelato