Escape To Julian, World Famous For Apple Pies

Julian is a year-round getaway for the day, a weekend or longer. Overnight guests can stay in romantic bed-and-breakfast inns. Its tiny, four-block long Main Street is home to country stores, wineries, bed-and-breakfasts, galleries, romantic restaurants, real estate offices and a small gas station. Julian is also well known for its famous homemade apple pie served year-round. It was also a gold mining town back in the 1880s.

An East County treasure that has been here since 1869, Julian was once a thriving gold mining town and now today, it's a year-round getaway for the day, a weekend or longer. >Getting to Julian is easy and it takes less than an hour from almost anywhere in San Diego County.

Adventure Awaits You in Historic Julian

Getting to Julian is easy and it takes less than an hour from almost anywhere in San Diego County. Refer to the county map for directions. Then take either Highway 67, 79 or 78. For more information, contact the Julian Chamber of Commerce (9) at (760-765-1857). They are open daily 10 a.m.-4 p.m. You can also learn more about ucpoming events and weekly news from the local paper at JulianNews.com.

Each September the Julian Chamber of Commerce features an annual Grape Stomp Festa. The event is held at the Menghini Winery located 3 miles north of the town of Julian. The cost to get in is $10 for adults.

Two tons of grapes are stomped. Plus, there is live music, great food and wine tastings from 14 San Diego County wineries. A delicious wine to try is the Viognier, from the J. Jenkins Winery. The event is an upbeat, feel great event. I suggest everyone go next year! It’s that much fun! Julian's other very popular local winery which is defintely worth visiting, is the Witch Creek Winery and their fabulous wine tasting room.
     

Witch Creek Winery

The Julian Grape Stomp

World Famous Apple Pies

Where To Stay in Julian

Julian is home to 10 romantic Bed & Breakfast Inns that are perfect for a weekend getaway.

Butterfield Bed & Breakfast (1)
2284 Sunset Dr., Julian, CA 92036 (800- 379-4262). ($135–$185). Five charming rooms, fireplaces, gourmet breakfasts. AAA approved, three diamond rating.
Credit cards:AE, DISC, MC, VISA.

 

Eaglenest Bed & Breakfast (11)
2609 D St., Julian, CA 92036 (760-765-1252). ($175–$200). Townsite Victorian with great views. Four guest rooms, fireplaces, A/C, pool, spa, private hot tubs, patios, full breakfast and desserts.
Credit cards: AE, DISC, MC, VISA.

Horseman’s Inn (3)
3298 Old Cuyamaca Rd., Julian, CA 92036 (760 - 765-1034). ($150–$175). Romantic atmosphere situated on a six-acre horse ranch. Features a fully-equipped kitchen, A/C and heating.
Credit cards: AE, DISC, MC, VISA.

  

Julian Gold Rush Hotel Bed & Breakfast (4)
2032 Main St., Julian CA 92036 (760-765-0201). ($135–$215). Sunset Magazine’s “Best of the West Bed & Breakfast.”
Credit cards: AE, MC, VISA.

Oak Hill Farm Lodging (5)
2333 Sunset View Dr., Julian, CA 92036 (760-765-2356). ($85–$95). Private baths and entries, pool, continental breakfast.
Credit cards:AE, MC, VISA.

  

Orchard Hill Country Inn (6)
2502 Washington St., Julian, CA 92036 (760-765-1700). ($195–$450). Features 22 rooms. AAA approved, four diamond rating.
Credit cards: AE, MC, VISA.

Pine Hills Lodge (7)
2960 La Posada Way, Julian, CA 92036 (760-765- 1100). ($80 –$180). Cozy cabins in a rustic country setting. Sunday Brunch is served in the lodge with its stone fireplace. Have cocktails in their bar open Fri.–Sat. Plenty of space for weddings and special events.
Credit cards: AE, DISC, C, VISA.

  

Shadow Mountain Ranch (8)
2771 Frisius Rd., Julian, CA 92036 (760-765-0323). ($130–$150). This Bread & Breakfast has themed cottages on 15 acres in the PineHills area. Features pool, hot tub, wedding chapel, archery, badminton, croquet and horseshoes. Country breakfast and afternoon tea. Credit cards: none.

Villa de Valor-Hildreth House (18)
2020 Third St., Julian, CA 92036 (760-765-3865). ($165–$210). Historic and elegant home with suites offering private bathrooms and entrances, fireplaces, parlors, antique furnishings, A/C, TVs, VCRs, DVD players and wireless Internet. Also features evergreen garden with gazebo, fountain pond & private aromatherapy sauna.
Credit cards: AE, MC, VISA.

  

Wikiup Bed & Breakfast (10)
1645 Whispering Pines Dr., Julian, CA 92036 (760-765-1890). ($195–$215). Secluded and romantic five-bedroom B&B located in the woods one mile from Julian. Features private hot tubs, fireplaces and featherbeds. AAA approved, and three diamond rating.
Credit cards: AE, DISC, MC, VISA.
     

Horseman's Inn

Julian Gold Rush Hotel

Orchard Hill Country Inn

Great Places to Dine in Julian

Apple Alley Bakery
(760-765-2532)
Homemade pies, pastries, cookies, pot pies, soups, sandwiches and salad. Lunch.

  

Bailey Woodpit Barbecue
(760-765-3757)
2307 Main Street P.O. Box 1990
Julian, CA 92036.
Texas style barbecue, wood smoked meats, fresh homemade salads, rolls, pies, live Music Friday & Saturday nights, catering available. Beer, wine, cocktails, kids menu.
Credit Cards: Visa/MC

Candied Apple Pastry Company
(760-765-2655)
2128 Fourth Street, Julian, CA 92036
Candied Apple Pastry Company is a full service pastry shop specializing in Classic Pastries, Artisan Breads and Elegant Wedding Cakes.  Offering Julian's only Candied Apples.


www.candiedapplepastry.com

  

Dudley's Bakery
(760-765-0488) 30218 Highway 78, Santa Ysabel
Home-style bread, deli, Julian Jam, gifts.
Closed Monday and Tuesday. 
www.dudleysbakery.com

Jeremy's on the Hill
(760-765-1587)
4354 Highway 78, P.O. Box 1026,
Julian, CA 92036.
California fresh cuisine.  Our chef is dedicated to using the finest, freshest ingredients available.  Fabulous burgers made from scratch to gourmet dinners.  Beer, wine & champagne.

  

Julian Café (& Bakery)
(760-765-2712)
2112 Main Street, Julian, CA  92036.
Julian apple pie, family dining. Breakfast,
lunch, dinner.

Julian Coffee House
(760) 765-1906
1921 Main Street, P.O. Box 398
Julian, CA 92036

  

The Julian Grille
(760-765-0173)
2224 Main Street, Julian, CA  92036
Steaks, seafood, prime rib, cozy cottage,
outdoor dining. Lunch daily, dinner
Tuesday through Sunday.

Julian Pie Company
(760-765-2449) or (760-765-2400)
2225 Main Street
Locally owned family business specializing
in apple pies and cider donuts. Some 17,000
trees provide apples for pies at our Julian
and Santa Ysabel locations.
www.julianpie.com

  

Julian Tea & Cottage Arts
Daily lunch and afternoon tea; gift shop.
(760-765-0832)
2124 Third Street
Julian, CA 92036
www.juliantea.com

Margarita’s Restaurant
(760-765-3980)
2018 Main Street, Julian, CA  92036
Fine traditional Mexican & American cuisine (breakfast, lunch & dinner) served in a friendly family atmosphere.  Assorted beer, drinks, local wines & desserts also served.
Email: ritas06@hotmail.com
www.margaritasjulian.com

 

Miner’s Diner
(760-765-3753)
2130 Main Street, Julian, CA  92036
Original olde-fashioned soda fountain and diner with full breakfast and lunch menu.  Daily specials. Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Email: tkendall@peoplepc.com

Mom's Pies
Pies, soups, sandwiches.
(76-765-2472)
2119 Main Street, Julian, CA 92036
www.momspiesjulian.com

  

Mountain Made
Mountain Made's goal is to provide the community of Julian and visitors with frozen yogurt, ice cream, smoothies and espresso as well as high quality wraps, salads and pastries.  Specializing in free range, organic vegetarian too.  catering available!
(760-765-2928)
2000 Main Street, Julian, CA 92036
Email: info@mountainmade.biz

Pine Hills Lodge
Sunday brunch 9:00 to 2 p.m. and Special Events.
(760-765-1100)
2960 La Posada Way
www.pinehillslodge.com

  

Poncho Villas
Authentic Mexican food.  All dishes are homemade.  Famous for our Carne Asada.  We also serve Pizza / Lasagna.  Beer and Wine.  Inside dining and drive-through.  M/C & Visa.  Family owned - 12 years.
(760-765-1810)
2907 Washington Street, Julian, CA 92036
P.O. Box 722, Santa Ysabel, CA 92070

Romano's Dodge House
Intimate dining in lovely setting. Old world
cooking where selections are stylish and plentiful. Italian specialties. Patio dining available
(760-765-1003)
2718 B Street
www.romanosjulian.com

  

The Round-Up BBQ Grill
Dine in our rustic western setting overlooking beautiful Lake Henshaw.  Specializing in wood fire grilling and rotisserie.  Serving local natural beef.  Breakfast, lunch, dinner.  Beer & wine.  Catering available.
(760-782-2729)
26439 Highway 76, Santa Ysabel, CA 92070 (Lake Henshaw)
Email: roundupbbq@yahoo.com
www.roundupbbq.com

Rongbranch Restaurant
Steaks, seafood, down-home cooking.
Lunch and dinner daily.
(760-765-2265)
2722 Washington Street, Julian, CA 92036
Email: rongbranch@hotmail.com
www.rongbranchrestaurant.com

 

Santa Ysabel Casino
The newest hidden jewel of San Diego County, with 349 latest themed slot machines, live $2 blackjack and delicious low-cost food.  This casino is filled with friendly staff that is ready to serve you.  Enjoy the Orchard Restaurant where the beauty of Palomar Mountain and Lake Henshaw will take your breath away.  Located just 15 minutes from downtown Julian.
(760-782-0909)
25575 Highway 79, P.O. Box 600, Santa Ysabel, CA 92070
www.santaysabelcasino.com

Soups & Such Cafe & Flowers by Lani
Intimate cafe with fresh flowers all around... Eggs Benedict is their specialty for breakfast and specialty soups & salads for lunch.
(760-765-4761)
2000 Main Street, Ste. 101, P.O. Box 1013, Julian, CA 92036
Email: schoolhousebooks@juno.com

 

Wynola Pizza Express
Three miles West of Julian.  Open: 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekdays.  Open until 9 p.m. Friday & Saturday.  Closed Tuesdays.  Live music Saturday.  More than gourmet pizza.  Many "from scratch" & vegetarian dishes.  Patio & Dining Room seating.  A local favorite.
(760) 765-1004
4355 Highway 78 (three miles west of Julian)
P.O. Box 1449, Julian, CA  92036
www.wynolasprings.com

     

The Julian Apple Pie Co.

Dudley's Bakery

Margaritas Restaurant


Julian