A new café concept, Quick Bites, is set to open its doors in Little Italy, offering an accessible alternative for those seeking fresh, high-quality meals without the typical costs of dining in the area. The café will have a soft opening on January 8, 2025, followed by their grand opening on January 15, 2025.
Founded by Gloire Bora, Quick Bites addresses a gap in the neighborhood’s dining landscape by offering grab-and-go options in an area dominated by upscale, sit-down restaurants. The café’s menu will focus on handcrafted sandwiches and salads, prepared with freshly baked focaccia bread made onsite. Guests will also find regular coffee, fresh juices, and cold brew from local partner DropKick Cold Brew.
“I’m excited to bring Quick Bites to Little Italy,” said Bora in a statement. “This neighborhood has so much to offer, but I saw a real need for a place where people can grab something quick, fresh, and affordable. We want to make it easy for locals and visitors to enjoy high-quality food without breaking the bank.”
Bora, who moved to San Diego from Uganda nine years ago, brings a unique perspective to the project. After working in the food industry at Pappalecco for five years and later transitioning to entrepreneurship with Go Postal, he decided to return to his passion for food. Recognizing how difficult it has become to find a decent, affordable meal in today’s dining landscape, Bora envisioned Quick Bites as a solution for the community. The café is a family-run endeavor, with Bora’s wife, mother, and sister-in-law playing integral roles in its operations.
The space is designed to accommodate the fast-paced lifestyles of local residents and visitors, with casual indoor seating and a limited number of outdoor tables. The focus is on providing high-quality, grab-and-go meals that cater to those looking for efficiency and affordability without compromising on taste. Busy entrepreneurs can now visit Go Postal and easily grab their mail, get passport photos, and enjoy a quick meal from Quick Bites—all in one convenient stop.
Quick Bites will be located at 1501 India St STE 105, San Diego CA 92101 and they’ll be open 7am to 4pm Monday through Saturday.
