First time discovering this small bakery tucked away in a spacious plaza of Lemon Grove. The inside…read moreis able to seat around 14 people from the looks of it and there is additional shaded seating outside. Staff that I met was extremely friendly (Grayson, Jules, and Dom), as well as the owner of the bakery Tanya. This bakery has been operating for about three years and there was a good crowd on a Monday afternoon. All the pastries are vegan and I tried the vanilla concha (pro tip get it warmed up) with their house made maple butter and the carrot cake. Both were amazing, I've never had a vegan concha and don't think I'll be going back to regular ones! They also have breakfast sandwiches that many people ordered that looks like it's on a thick piece of focaccia. The reviews speak for itself! Great pastries and coffee, friendly staff, and clean store what more could you want?! I'm glad I made this discovery and can't wait to come back, highly recommend you check out this place!

This place is a hidden gem! Elevated Coffee has such a cute vibe, and the staff is so friendly…read moreespecially the owner, Tanya. You can really tell they care about their customers and the overall experience. My coffee was delicious (I got an americano with cream and sugar), and I'll absolutely be coming back. Thank you, Elevated Coffee & Confections team!

SO good! Such a cute coffee shop, and the coffee did not disappoint. Definitely check them out if…read moreyou are in the area!!

To be honest the only drink I get here is the Vietnamese Coffee. It is not an original Vietnamese…read moreCoffee with just condensed milk. They do add half and half (I believe) or it could be heavy cream to it. Regardless its so damn good I can't stop ordering it. It only comes in one size and when I tell you it wakes you up, it really does! The service, in my opinion, is good and fair for a coffee shop. They do have a lot of little things to look at when waiting on your order, which I like. For the most part it is always full and they do have a lot of seating. I also never have issues finding parking. It is a good coffee shop to try.

My new favorite coffee spot! I'm currently in my pandan obsession era and this place does it RIGHT…read more I've already been back more times than I can count. So far, I've tried the pandan, the brown sugar, and the sesame latte all iced w/ oat milk and they've all been a hit. The pandan is easily my fave, but if you're trying the brown sugar and don't love super sweet drinks I'd recommend adding an extra shot to balance it out. The drinks are consistently good and you can tell they really care about the quality. It's one of those spots you keep thinking about and end up going back to without even planning it. Customer service was solid and there's plenty of seating, which makes it a nice place to hang out or get some work done. Parking was also easy, which is always a win. Highly recommend checking this place out especially if you're a pandan lover like me!

This place gets a lot of hype for their scones, but honestly, that was the only thing special. They…read moreoverall they are very expensive and service is slow. Be prepared to wait, or order a mobile order for pick up. Cleanliness...could be better. Looks clean from ground level, but if you look up the plants and ac vents are covered in layers of dust. Scones were fantastic but not sure that makes it worth the wait.

I have been a Starbucks customer/ lover for over 30 years! Literally! I have enjoyed a chai tea…read morelatte, pretty much every day since! I'm talking, even in different countries where applicable. I was really at a loss a few months ago when they changed their recipe! I drive by this establishment every day on my way to get on the 94. I thought to myself, "one time can't hurt!" OH MY GOODNESS!!! The Chai tea ACTUALLY had TASTE! It did not taste like that new found chemical (classic) taste Starbucks apparently has pumped into my beloved drink. The customer service was bubbly and jovial! I went inside one day because the drive thru was a tad chaotic, and I saw what I believed to be the owner. He was so just, chill and carrying on with the patrons. I really hope he is cognizant and proud of his bustling coffee shop he has created. This man, is also on the headset as well. So the work ethic is there. I want to see this for a local business! This is why they THRIVE! I have never met this person, no idea of his name, I am an observer as well as being part of the food and beverage industry. I appreciate greatness. The customer service here, all around is 10/10! It took me 4 times going through the drive thru (they have a camera) , for them to know EXACTLY what I order! Crew! You actually make my day!! Shout out to Sara and Melody! Give this place a go! Oh,oh they also have a punch card! Make sure to get one! You get $5 off when you hit a certain number! (The number could be lower ;-)) Ok, I'll see you tomorrow guys :-)

New Fave Iced Coffee: The Lemon Poppyseed Shaken Espresso…read more If you are in Spring Valley/La Mesa area, you have to stop by and try this drink. I was able to peek the inside from their drive thru line and the seating and space looks very comfortable. The drive thru line itself is a huge plus for me when on-the-go before work/errands. Getting back to the drink, I did order this iced with Oat Milk and half sweet -- It is so delicious My coworkers were even surprised at how much they liked it because of the lemon. Me personally? I love anything with lemon in it. Well balanced, tasty, not too much... just right and strong to get you through the day!

This is another wonderful visit to the local coffee shop and cafe. The Mental Bar has the best…read morecoffee cake! We got here after Church and the coffee cake was sold out. Unfortunately, we missed the coffee cake last slice and it went to another customer ahead of us. That's okay because we were able to still order what we wanted. The owner, Tommy, was great and took our order. We ordered: Dirty Chai Hot Latte Reese's Peanut Butter Cookie Salted Caramel Hot Latte Everything Bagel with Cream Cheese We made our order to-go but we did have the option to stay and enjoy the space. The vibe here is super chill, wellness focused, and they are great at customer service.

Stopped by for a quick breakfast sandwich…read more I went with the bacon, egg, and cheese English muffin. The bacon was thicker and salty. Went great with the egg and cheese. I got it to go so not sure if they had hot sauces...that would've elevated it. It was pretty busy for a Saturday late morning. Not a place to stop by for a quick bite as the sandwich took a little bit of time.

Scrimshaw is a great option for quality coffee and food for those of us who start our days late…read more I love this place for their quality beverages, their fresh food variety, the kind staff, and the fact I've always found an open table. My boyfriend always gets drip and a pastrami sandwich that looked so good I broke my vegetarian streak just for a bite. I've had their blueberry malt latte and their white tea beverage as well as both their veggie bagel and veg bowl. Everything has been so tasty and the vibes are always welcoming. The cafe itself is really cute and i'm a big fan.

Unfortunately, this cafe dropped the ball both in barista customer service and response from…read moremanagement. Basically what had happened was i waited over 10 min for simple chai and inquired with barista about status update. We agreed to have it remade and she had told me next time "there's no need to be rude" despite never insulting, shouting, or making a scene. Wrote to management about this odd experience and I recieved a response from owner. He has said he will talk to staff and "apologies on that" but honestly it seemed half-hearted and not sincere at all. No attempts to try and make it right or acts of good faith which i would think is standard procedure for cases like this. Fortunately, there is a plethora of cafes in San Diego to try so I will keep discovering new ones until I find my favorite.

Taste just like my aunties' spring rolls! I come from a…read moreCambodian Chinese background and this is the closest I've come to the authentic taste of my family's recipe. I got the pork and shrimp spring rolls and Hokkaido milk tea. I was worried it would taste watered down but it was great. I can tell they took their time to make sure it was flavorful.

The Thai tea was a good flavor and sweetness but the boba was slimy and stated over cooked. Service…read morewas friendly and quick the ambiance appeared nice inside but I did not dine in. It was a take out order. My tea was meh and the spring rolls were very disappointing here for a little over 18 bucks and some change for 4 rolls and tea was definitely not worth it.

Super nice staff. Super good coffee and super dog friendly. Coffee shops are a luxury for me…read moreright now but I will make a point to walk my dog over there a few more times this week before I leave town.

Today was my last time visiting this location. Unfortunately, the staff seem to lack basic customer…read moreservice and common courtesy. The cashier (the man with the mustache) came across as very arrogant and rude -- he didn't smile or show any welcoming attitude at all. It honestly felt uncomfortable interacting with him. The baristas weren't much better. My coffee was mostly milk with barely any coffee flavor, and it tasted pretty bad. When I picked up my drink, I said "thank you," and the barista didn't acknowledge me or even nod. Overall, the experience felt cold and unprofessional. I'd much rather make the drive to the Golden Hill location, where the service is noticeably better.

Ultreya Coffee is such a cute neighborhood spot near SDSU and one I absolutely love. It's a…read morewoman-owned local business, which makes it even more special to support. They have great coffee along with a nice selection of pastries, bagels, and breakfast items like chia pudding, perfect for a casual morning or midday stop. The space has both indoor and outdoor seating, making it a great place to hang out, catch up with friends, or get some work done. It's located in a strip mall, so parking is super easy, which is always a plus. The staff are amazing and friendly, and the whole place has such a welcoming neighborhood vibe. Overall, just an awesome spot. I always enjoy coming here.

I love Ultreya. It's a fun, cute coffee coffee shop that…read moreserves delicious treats. I've held many book club meets here and we've all been super satisfied with the food, drinks, and service. Plus, we never need to worry about parking. That is always a bonus.

This was my first visit. I was one of the first few customers in the morning, and the staff was…read morewarm and welcoming. I ordered a Biscoff cream latte and it was amazing. The vibe of the place was very modern and inviting. The price point could be a the high side, but nothing crazy. You definitely get what you pay for this is the best coffee I've ever had. 10 out of 10 definitely recommend.

I came here to celebrate my birthday (without telling them haha!) & when we first walked in there…read morewere maybe only 2 tables occupied. One of the workers saw me and said "welcome back!" I was still surprised that she remembered me!! It's been a while! I was hoping that they still had the coconut cream on the menu because I love COCONUT Vietnamese coffee. But sadly, I think I came a few days too late. I decided to just get my usual! Iced Banana Cream Vietnamese Coffee! The cream foam was smooth and fresh, delicious. The coffee was strong, remember if you want it to be even more bold-- request no milk added. My mom had the Iced Ube Cream Vietnamese Coffee with Whole Milk. She enjoyed the flavor and the boldness of the coffee. The Ube flavor was very prominent and had a delicious taste which complimented the coffee. Later on, my brother requested an Iced Lychee Lemonade with Matcha, Less Sweet. The matcha color was there but the flavor of the lychee lemonade was so strong, you couldn't taste the matcha. I think, the lychee lemonade on its own is quite delicious!! But a little too sweet still. I liked that they gave actual pieces of lychee in the drink, and they topped the drink with a dehydrated lemon slice. It was very cute. They also expanded the space from the last time I came. It looks very modern and bright. The chairs are wood, but very comfortable. And now, after you order, they give you little pagers that vibrate and beep when your drink is ready. Overall, a very lovely space to come and sit to enjoy coffee! Take your time when drinking Vietnamese coffee, it has a lot of caffeine! Prices range from $7-9!