I stopped by for a quick bite and was blown away by their seasonal items. The chili jam croissant is absolute perfection. I tried the boo nana buzz, which was the ultimate fall pick-me-up with great espresso flavor and just the right amount of banana sweetness, and a cute little ghost skewer to boot! read more

Just tried their new turkey club sandwich and gosh it was amazing. It's usually a bit busy here but worth the wait! It's the perfect little lunch spot to eat and chat it up with friends before a beach day! Shout out to Lyvette for answering all my dietary questions and pointing me in the best direction for food and drinks! read more

do not be deterred by the line, I came in on a Saturday morning at about 10 AM to a line out the door but as soon as I sat down to wait after I ordered my food and drink was basically ready It was a solid operation of people working in tandem to get orders out as quickly as possible. The food was really good, better than I would've thought, had some egg bites and a breakfast burrito, a smoothie and an iced Americano basically everything I needed to survive, well worth it. read more

Overall: 2/5 * Coffee/Drinks: 2/5 * Food: 3/5 * Service: 2/5 * Atmosphere: 2/5 * Price/Value: 2/5 * Cleanliness: 3/5 We ordered the chili jam sausage croissant, ham and cheese croissant, blueberry muffin, coconut buzz, passion iced tea, and two pink dragon smoothies. Total: $53. Food & Drinks: 3/5 The kids enjoyed the blueberry muffin, and both sandwiches were pretty good. No complaints. The drinks, however, were another story. Both the coffee and tea were sweeter than we prefer, and neither kid finished their drink which is practically a formal protest in our household. At $53 for the visit, we hoped for a little more buzz and a little less sugar overload. Service & Atmosphere: 2/5 The young lady taking our order was not particularly friendly or enthusiastic. Her quiet voice was difficult to hear in the already loud atmosphere, and asking her to repeat herself did not seem to improve her enthusiasm level. Customer service does not require a Broadway performance, but a little warmth goes a long way. Seating was limited, so we improvised and put the kids to work as unofficial table reservation place holders. Finally, a practical use for child labor. Cleanliness was average, not spotless, not concerning. The shop had a strong local feel, which can be a great thing. Here, though, the vibe leaned a little toward "welcome to our spot, just do not get too comfortable." Price & Value: 2/5 At $53, everything felt a bit overpriced for what we received. The food was decent, but the drinks did not win us over, and the overall experience did not make the bill any easier to swallow. Final Verdict: 2/5 This place had a bit of a meh vibe. Nothing was terrible, but nothing convinced us we needed to hurry back, either. Unfortunately, the interaction at the register set the tone for the visit and not in a good way. Would I return? Maybe in a pinch. But with plenty of other coffee shops in the area, I am more inclined to keep exploring. Good coffee shops sell drinks and food; great ones make you want to come back. This visit mostly made us want to find the next one. read more

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To echo what others have said, parking is probably the biggest downside. The shop is located along the sidewalk in front of residential complexes, so there's no dedicated parking lot. Street parking is your best bet, though it may take a little patience. That said, once you walk in, the experience gets much better. I was immediately greeted with a smile, and the women working behind the counter were incredibly friendly and welcoming. The space is bright, clean, and has plenty of tables, making it a nice spot to study, work, or catch up with a friend. There was a small mix-up with my order- they made my drink hot instead of iced, but they fixed it right away with no issues. I ordered the lavender tea latte and was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it. The lavender flavor was noticeable without being overpowering, and the drink itself was light and smooth. Overall, aside from the minor order mix-up, I had a pretty positive experience. Great customer service, a cozy atmosphere, and a delicious drink. read more

This Better Buzz location is so convenient to the beach! I stopped by and grabbed the caramel vanilla best drink ever. The drink was really good. The service was horrible. No greeting, no thank you for your business. The staff there seemed like they couldn't be bothered. But hey, the drink was really good and the location is gorgeous. As long as you're not expecting to feel welcome or appreciated, it a solid choice. read more

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Pros: Menu options, customer service, cleanliness, and ambiance is top notch. We ordered the chili wrap, avocado toast, banana pudding drink, and medium roast coffee. Everything was absolutely delicious and visually appealing. Seating options were comfortable. The dining area was bright and airy. The bathroom was well maintained. Cons: Parking is a nightmare. After circling around for 10 minutes we settled on 2 hour ($20) parking a block away. read more

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I think I came here to on an off day and their system was down. I wasn't able to order ahead and I ended up waiting in a super long line. The inside is beautiful with plenty of space. Parking is difficult to find, which is understandable based on the location. Once I placed my order, my food and drinks were ready relatively quickly... maybe about 5 minutes. I ordered the breakfast sandwich on the pretzel bun... it was just ok. The egg was precooked and frozen with an odd texture. I loved my coffee but my husband's was awful! read more

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Cute little neighborhood coffee shop. Lots of seating and easy place to come to to hang out with friends and watch the world go by. They offer milk alternatives for us lactose sensitive folks! Not cool that they charge extra though. They gotta get on the band wagon with the other shops that don't charge extra. I would come here again. read more

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Amazing lavender lemonade and an awesome vibe at this Better Buzz location. Staff was very helpful. Parking is difficult, so plan to walk and enjoy the nearby bay and beach views. read more

Better Buzz Coffee - Lavender Lemonade - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

There were several of these shops in the area. They had a number of different coffees, baked goods, as well as acai bowls. The service was friendly while ordering at the counter. I had the islander bowl ($11.99?). This was made to order so it took some time. It came with organic acai, granola, fresh berries, bananas, and shredded coconut. This was very filling. There was a nice balance of all the ingredients, and they all appeared extremely fresh. I liked how the ingredients are stacked as high as possible too. It was just a refreshing combination of flavors. Will I go back? Probably. read more

Better Buzz Coffee - Islander Bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Nice coffee shop if you like very sweet coffee, I go for the cold brew and that is sweet enough for me. The service is very quick and it's right in the middle of the mall which is nice so easy to grab and go. read more

Went by for a honey coffee since we were in the area visiting from Los Angeles. Our drinks were worth the visit. Would stop by again if we were in the area. read more

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Great coffee and great company-- Yvette and Zaya were so friendly and helpful. Will be back!

Wowza!! I am in love with their Vanilla bean caffe coffee and Hazelnut Divinity it's a must have They have a minimal items of pastry for sweet and salty variety but actually you will not need a lot of choices as all the pastries are tasty and fresh. I love the location being just a couple of steps away from the beach amazing staff, very welcoming vibes and nice ambience. note: it could get busy so please be patient read more

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Delicious coffee, good vibe. The bonus system and various perks are a real treat. We often come here with the whole family. read more

Better Buzz Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Xavier was super pleasant and took really good care of us!!! Team was nice and hospitable! read more

Better Buzz Coffee - OG Acai Bowl- OG - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

I got a banana Matcha. It was probably one of the best matches I've ever had. I think if you're in San Diego and you like Matcha, you should come here 100%. read more

Better Buzz Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

I was in town for a conference and a local suggested this place for coffee. I ordered their mint infused iced coffee. I've had mint infused coffee before at other coffee shops and I usually love them, but the coffee here tasted really watered down and had a burnt aftertaste to it. I also didn't taste any mint at all. I was super disappointed because I went out of my way to get coffee here before my conference started. read more

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I was driving down mission blvd and started having an allergic reaction to something I just ate. I pulled over into a random ally which happened to be where better buzz employees park so I could call my gf to bring me an epi. Some better buzz employee (owner of a white car) came out while I was obviously having a moment and gave me a lecture about how I can't park there and they have people coming in and out all day and that she was about to leave in 10 minutes so I needed to move. She was really rude, nasty, and unprofessional. My car wasn't abandoned and I hadn't planned to block her in, so I don't understand why she was so aggressive. I enjoy better buzz, but obviously this location needs to train their employees better on professionalism and compassion to people having life threatening emergencies. Also, they deleted my review on Google so I'm leaving this review here too. read more

2nd visit same result- slow to get drinks ( barely anyone there & another group that came in after me served b4 me), some staff nice but stand around talking to each other not servicing customers & lattes were luke warm. I go to PL often and always great not sure what's up with this local read more

Great Americano. Open early and quick service. Overall really good spot. Friendly vibe. read more

Better Buzz Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Came in to try Better Buzz for the first time and it did not disappoint. Mari at the front counter was really nice and suggested a few lattes and sandwiches and I ended up getting the bacon ciabatta and horchata latte. I will be back to this location just for the friendly service and good coffee read more

Great coffee. Opens early 6am! Would definitely recommend if you are staying close to Mission beach

Here for quick weekend trip, this place is just down on the path of our stay, and right by the beach. This is our second time back here, I love how fast service and our barista Jalisa were very friendly welcoming read more

Better Buzz Coffee - Green tea latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Mari was great, polite & kind. She went above any beyond for my service. Thank you better buzz and Mari.

The service were really friendly and very helpful when asking questions, they did give me the option of a gluten free bread, but they had run out unfortunately, they had a delicious blueberry lemonade drink, and many options on their menu! The store was very inviting and casual, a small place to hang out for a moment and grab a coffee very close to the beach and bay! read more

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If you're anywhere near Mission Beach, Better Buzz Coffee is an absolute must-stop. This spot perfectly captures laid-back coastal energy with a menu that goes way beyond your standard coffee run. Their drinks are creative, colorful, and genuinely fun--think bold flavors, unexpected combos, and beautifully presented cups that feel very SoCal. It's the kind of place where you want to linger, people-watch, and soak in the beach vibe. read more

Came back and Suzzy helped me out! She was amazing, very attentive to detail, and welcomed me as soon as I came In. There was a big rush but my drink was still out in no time. Looks like this is my new regular coffee shop! read more

Better Buzz Coffee at Mission Beach is one of my favorite stops when I'm in the area. Prices are a bit high but that's normal for San Diego beaches and the quality makes it worth it. The coffee is excellent, always smooth and consistent, with a good selection if you want more than just the basics. The staff is friendly and upbeat, even when it's busy, and they keep things moving without making you feel rushed. The place is bright, clean, and right by the beach, which makes it perfect before or after a surf session. Every time I surf at Mission Beach I end up here for a coffee. Great coffee, great service, and a great location. read more

Great, speedy service. Drinks are always good, even when you try something new. Sat at the bar and got to people watch. My favorite Better Buzz location!! read more

Better Buzz Coffee - Banana Bread Pudding Best Drink Ever - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

This location is my go to, from taking a quick break from work. This staff is always friendly, and helpful. My drinks always comes out fast which I appreciate. I tried a breakfast sandwich for the first time as I love arugula and its my new favorite. Ill keep coming back to this location as it feels comfortable to me. read more

When were is mission beach we always try to visit better buzzed!! Love the customer service and how quick they get your drinks/food ready! I loved my chai tea and my husband always loves their coffee! Try it, you'll fall in love read more

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Really good coffee, although I would suggest ordering ahead as we stood in line for a long time. It is worth it though! read more

Better Buzz Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Very great service and coffee, felt very welcomed and staff was very helpful. Mari did a great job helping me get everything I need and answering all my questions and concerns. Great job guys read more

Love the vibe and the atmosphere of this particular location. They are super fast, very friendly baristas and the banana chocolate chip loaf is beyond amazing! I wanted to come back just for a slice! read more

Better Buzz Coffee - Banana Chocolate Chip Banana Loaf Slice - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Chili crisp breakfast wrap is delicious I love the large iced best drink ever. It is literally The Best Drink ever. When im feeling a little extra I add the vanilla foam on top. read more

Better Buzz Coffee - The iced best drink ever really is the best drink, and you can get it hot too. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Caleb was amazing and made our drinks beautifully and so yummy! Love the vibe there so much. The service was fast and a good addition.

Pretty cafe in Mission beach. Food and drinks were 10/10! The banana pudding best drink, honey lavender matcha and almond milk latte were perfect. The espresso beans they use are yummy. Will definitely be back to get the better breakfast sandwich and maybe try new drinks next time. The baristas were so nice and everything came out under five minutes. read more

Great customer service and good coffee. It gets packed so get there early. Also clean tables and the have some good breakfast times