I’ve always meant to go to the Pannikin Coffee and Tea in Encinitas, but never got there somehow. The one in Del Mar is where I used to go before it closed down. Now I think I’ll be hitting this place more often.
What I liked most about this place is that it’s located in the historic Santa Fe Railroad Station, built in 1888. I am drawn to old places with squeaky wooden floors, tall windows and doors and tons of character. I think it’s the perfect setting for what you can buy there:
Delicious-looking tea breads
All kinds of pastries that make it so hard to decide.
Awesome pies.
Sweets. I used to eat those Manner wafers in Germany. They’ve been around since 1898! The ones filled with hazelnut cream are the best.
Then there are teas…
and tees.
Teapots
and teacups.
I got this pumpkin walnut muffin which was huge. So good. Everything I’ve had at a Pannikin tasted like it was just baked that morning. The muffins were still in their tins too. My husband’s bagel wasn’t real photogenic, so I skipped that.
The interior is decorated with antiques.
Is that an antique fire hose?
And speaking of antiques, surely this bike rack is one too?
When we got there, I was a little worried we wouldn’t have a place to sit (it was pretty crowded) but later realized there are all kids of seats:
That’s either an old church pew or one of the original station benches with a vintage sewing table.
Outdoor seating on the terrace and side,
Counters that look like they’ve been there forever,
and a long nice bench outside. It was beautiful that morning, as you can see.
Love the colors in this place.
Hope your week’s going well so far.
{carole}
Pearls & Prose 
I also like old-style furniture and decor! This place looks so good that I won’t mind visiting it also! Wish you lovely Friday, the 13th!
Thank you, Ann! I almost forgot about the 13th. I was born on the 13th, so don’t consider it bad luck. 🙂
Lucky you are!
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Looks like their cakes are really fresh. That must have been a difficult choice. I’ve never had these manner waffles before going to Vienna last autumn. They offered them in my hotel room. I really enjoyed them.
Everything is so good and fresh.
I tried eating those wafers in the U.S., but they were kind of stale, especially compared to the ones in Germany.
The dessert/sweets photos made me hungry ! I’m not inclined to bake, but sure would enjoy something sweet with my morning coffee . . . a left-over memory from Gram’s perhaps ?
Susan, I think my love of antiques and old buildings comes from Gram’s house and Pa’s store. Her baking was the best!
A difficult decision to make between all those delicious breads and cakes. I love coffee shops that have a nice atmosphere and good snacks. They make you want to linger. 🙂 Next time, I’m in the SD area, I’ll make sure to have this one on my list.
I’ll be happy to take you there. I was really tempted to photograph the guy next to us–he had been there some time and had his laptop set up while doing a business call. Nice office!
great ambiance 🙂
I have to agree. 🙂
What lovely pastries and a wonderful place!
Yes. 🙂
🙂