Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe – American
The air at Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe is thick with the intoxicating scent of warm cinnamon and toasted butter, drawing guests into a sun-drenched space where artisanal baking takes center stage. Golden, flakey croissants oozing with savory ham and cheese sit alongside trays of decadent, sugar-glazed cinnamon rolls, while vibrant meat and cheese boards offer a sophisticated spread perfect for communal gathering. Whether you are diving into a hearty, flavor-packed morning burrito or sharing a box of melt-in-your-mouth cookies, every bite captures the comforting essence of a neighborhood kitchen dedicated to handcrafted excellence.
Sabre Springs Parkway +18584868863 https://nutmegsd.comRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe
Dairy-Free at Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe
Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe in San Diego has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sausage, Fruit Bowl and Baked Marinara Penne Pasta Lunch. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe
Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe in San Diego has 5 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sausage, Fruit Bowl and Thick-Cut Bacon. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe
Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe in San Diego has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Scrambled Eggs, Nutmeg Quiche Breakfast and Morning Pastries - Half Dozen. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe
Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe in San Diego has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sausage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe
Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe in San Diego has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sausage and Scrambled Eggs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe
Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe in San Diego has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sausage. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe
Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe in San Diego has 6 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fruit Bowl, Baked Marinara Penne Pasta Lunch and Agua Fresca. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe
Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe in San Diego has 15 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Scrambled Eggs, Nutmeg Quiche Breakfast and Morning Pastries - Half Dozen. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Scrambled Eggs | 16 g | 8.2 g |
| Whole Vegetarian Quiche | 0 g | 8.1 g |
| Cold Brew | 14.4 g | 7.9 g |
| Sausage | 8.2 g | 6 g |
| Coffee | 39.3 g | 5.6 g |
| Cinnamon Rolls - 6 Pack | 52.5 g | 5.5 g |
| Cinnamon Rolls - One Dozen | 52.5 g | 5.5 g |
| Fruit Bowl | 63.4 g | 3.4 g |
| Baked French Toast | 27.2 g | 3 g |
| Fresh Squeezed Local Orange Juice | 12.8 g | 1.6 g |
| Thick-Cut Bacon | 56 g | 0.6 g |
| Caesar Salad | 13.9 g | 0.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests love the inviting space and beautifully presented dishes, with many praising the tender, fresh salads that make for a satisfying lunch. Celebrated for its welcoming atmosphere, reviewers highlight the attentive service and helpful recommendations provided by the staff.
Menu
Cakes & Pastries
- Cinnamon Rolls - 6 Pack - $30: Homemade, pre-baked cinnamon rolls Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cinnamon Rolls - One Dozen - $60: Homemade, pre-baked cinnamon rolls Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cookies - One Dozen - $42: Assortment of favorite cookies made from scratch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cookies - Two Dozen - $80: Assortment of favorite cookies made from scratch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Ham & Cheese Croissant - Half Dozen - $48: Classic comfort ham and cheese croissants Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Morning Pastries - Half Dozen - $27: Assortment including butter croissant, almond, and other favorites Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
Charcuterie Boards
- Meat and Cheese Board (6-10 people) - $65: Assorted meats and cheeses Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meat and Cheese Board (12-16 people) - $125: Assorted meats and cheeses Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meat and Cheese Board (16-20 people) - $155: Assorted meats and cheeses Available at: dinner, lunch
Catering Main Courses
- Amazing Burrito - $15.5 Dietary tags: Halal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked French Toast - $40 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Baked Marinara Penne Pasta Lunch - $66 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lunch Panini - $66 Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: lunch
- Nutmeg Buffet Breakfast - $140 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Nutmeg Panini Breakfast - $115 Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Nutmeg Parfait Breakfast - $85 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Nutmeg Quiche Breakfast - $94 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Nutmeg Sandwich Lunch - $155 Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: lunch
- Whole Vegetarian Quiche - $46: Kale, sundried tomato & onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Scrambled Eggs - $30 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sides & Salads
- Caesar Salad - $40 Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fruit Bowl - $39 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Home Fries - $22 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Sausage - $30 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Thick-Cut Bacon - $38 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Agua Fresca - $14.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Coffee - $32
- Cold Brew - $19
- Fresh Squeezed Local Orange Juice - $26 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Meat and cheese boards, sausage, and thick-cut bacon all simultaneously satisfy keto, gluten-free, low-carb, high-protein, and sugar-free dietary requirements.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe specializes in American cuisine, featuring artisanal baked goods, breakfast burritos, paninis, and meat and cheese boards.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Experience this luxury American bakery by sharing communal meat and cheese boards or enjoying fresh salads and artisanal pastries in their sun-drenched space.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- With a luxury price level ($$$$) and a 4.0/5 rating, guests find value in the beautifully presented dishes and attentive service.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- The restaurant offers a sun-drenched, inviting space with a welcoming atmosphere and attentive service, according to guest reviews and descriptions.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe maintains an overall customer rating of 4.0/5 for its American cuisine and artisanal baked goods.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a luxury artisanal bakery experience with diverse dietary options, communal meat and cheese boards, and fresh, beautifully presented salads.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe is operational, as indicated by its active website and detailed menu offerings for guests.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- The menu features keto, low-carb, and gluten-free options like meat and cheese boards, sausage, and bacon, while salads provide vegan-friendly choices.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Guests love the inviting space, beautifully presented dishes, tender fresh salads, and the attentive service provided by the helpful staff.
- Is Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe has 7 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sausage, Fruit Bowl and Baked Marinara Penne Pasta Lunch.
- What can I eat at Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Sausage, Fruit Bowl and Baked Marinara Penne Pasta Lunch carry the dairy-free tag, out of 7 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 6 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fruit Bowl and Baked Marinara Penne Pasta Lunch.
- Is Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe gluten-free?
- 5 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe?
- Scrambled Eggs, at roughly 8.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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