Pepino opens as a new neighborhood eatery and bakeshop in La Jolla

Now open in La Jolla, Pepino is a new all-day eatery and bakeshop offering seasonally driven fare with Peruvian influence and a strong sense of community. What began as a popular backyard pop-up during the pandemic has grown into a cozy brick-and-mortar restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and house-baked pastries made from family recipes. The menu blends approachable comfort with refined technique, reflecting the chef’s fine-dining background while remaining soulful and welcoming.