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Better Buzz Coffee

4.1 (1.3k reviews)
ModerateCoffee & Tea
Closed • 4:30 am - 6:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Good for working
Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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Steph L.

I love better buzz but this location has a very poor layout. The drive through backs up onto the street and can only fit 2-3 cars. Impossible to enter from the opposite side of the street. I've also had them tell me to pull forward past the window which blocks the whole drive through anyway if they aren't ready with your drink and then people behind you get angry and honk. Unless the drive through is empty I would say to skip this location. Tried their pumpkin dream puff iced espresso. The cream puff was super sweet. The marshmallow cream on the bottom was a bit odd. The pumpkin cream and espresso were excellent, would get just this combo again.

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Georgiana B.

I ordered a regular cappuccino with my croissant and requested a receipt. I never got the receipt and the drink was only half full! The line is from foam dissolving, I hadn't even taken a drink yet. I returned a week later and mentioned it and was served a regular amount, which again the foam dissolved by the time I got home. I guess I'm going to have to check every time.

Carla O.

My daughter and I wanted to try the Matcha drinks because we did not get enough at 12-hour Matcha. So we ventured a few stores down to "Better Buzz Coffee" to order food and try their Matcha beverages. This place is very cute and esthetically pleasing to the eyes. We ordered two Matcha beverage. Also, since 12-hour Marcha did not serve food we had to eat something as well. I ordered an Açaí bowl and my daughter had a breakfast sandwich. We enjoyed both of our orders. My açaí bowl was loaded with plenty of fruit, hemp hearts, and cocoa nibs. So flavorful and delicious. My daughter's sandwich looked so good. It had egg, ham, and cheese in a wrap. She loved it. Unfortunately, the Matcha drinks were not good. They were bigger in size, but tasted bad. They mixed the Matcha with water instead of milk. Really? Anyway, I give 4 stars because the food was good, however, the Matcha drinks were not. . We ended up throwing them out. Yikes!

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Jim B.

Great drinks, but don't plan on hanging out there. Only offers a walk up bar and a drive-through. There is no parking available around for the walk up, but it looks like people park in the Jack-in-the-Box lot next-door.

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Maricella T.

We found this great coffee spot while on vacation and are so happy we did! Also sad because we don't have any back home. Their coffee choices are remarkable and so delicious. We had a caramel frappe and customized it with cinnamon and the extra thick option and it was amazing! We also had their signature Best Drink Ever hot with heavy cream and were equally impressed. It's a cute and clean little spot. No indoor seating at this location but a cute little high top nook outside was comfy for us that morning. They were super busy so we waited "a little longer" for the hot drink but the server was super apologetic even though we didn't thunk it was that long of a wait-maybe 8 minutes. If you're in this area in Mission Bay you must try them!

Taylor E.

I ordered the avocado toast and the best drink ever with coconut flavoring for delivery. The avocado toast had microgreens and lemon as garnish and the bread slices were hearty and surprisingly filling. The coffee was very strong but not bitter at all. The sweetness was perfect and the coffee was not watered down at all. It definitely lived up to the name of the best drink ever!

Bridget D.

Located close to the beach. I wanted their chai latte but since they use powder, I opted for the matcha latte. It was very , very sweet. If you're into the Starbucks style drinks (lots of sugar, powders, and lots of varieties) this might be the place for you. If you want something more homemade, a tad healthier with better ingredients, maybe pass. The guy that took my order was very nice.

Disappointed in the customer service. The manager Sergio replied to this comment and asked me to email him & it's been two weeks and he has not responded. Will not be returning

Brook and nick helped me to get my free drink for my birthday, and they were awesome. 10/10 recommend you come here they are great and have excellent customer service. Even walked away with a sticker.

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Reviews are largely positive. People highlight the friendly, attentive staff, consistent, flavorful coffee, good food options, and a welcoming atmosphere.

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I love this better buzz - great service and great coffee! Would recommend to a friend!

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So friendly at this location and very quick service when going through the drive-through

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Love better buzz! The staff here is always so kind, especially Nick! So bubbly and friendly

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We love coming here. Nick always has such the best attitude,enthusiasm and never gets the order wrong.

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Nick was amazing!!! Best coffees in the area must try banana pudding drink. He was so full of energy brightened our day

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Does a coconut mocha buzz have any added milk or is it just blended with coffee? Every time I come to Better Buzz, I get a different answer....

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