i used to frequent the Better Buzz in PB, but recently moved to El Cajon so I was absolutely thrilled that they opened this particular Better Buzz in Santee because it is on my way to work. I love the vibe of the store, I love how everyone is so polite and friendly and everything that I have ordered from there -- carnitas egg bites and hot/iced lavender tea lattes -- are always on point. A huge shout out to IMANI, who I encountered at the drive-thru when I FINALLY figured out how to get to it since the parking lot was all coned off to get the flow situated. IMANI shared my excitement of finally getting to order in the drive--thru and she made sure that I got exactly what I needed to get through my meeting-filled day. I pretty much go there at least 3 times a week and since I am new to the area, my gratitude to Adrian for telling me how to get back onto the 52 West and to Alayna and Alexia for being patient with me whenever I try to figure out the app. read more

Accidentally came on the soft opening, didn't have a reservation and was still able to get my items (horchata iced latte and vanilla bean iced coffee both were great) . They would not charge me either. Thank you Better Buzz Santee! read more

amazing food, amazing service, very quick line and every one was very nice, the drinks are amazing

Seasonal refreshing pumpkin flavored cold drinks are available. The weekday mornings are busy here, I recommend ordering online using the app. I ordered a hot pumpkin chai, not too sweet but delicious. We also ordered the ham and cheese sandwich chiabatta it was enough for an adult. The coffee is very good here, just be patient when you order in person. Enjoy! read more

Better Buzz Coffee - Pumpkin spice chai latte regular - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santee, California

First time at this location. I went to one at fashion valley mall. I love that the location is walking distance from my place, but I also dislike how the drive thru creates so much traffic. Busy busy at 7am on a Friday. I ordered inside. Our cashier was very sweet and tentative to our order. My husband ordered (I can't remember the name) and I ordered an iced dirty chai pumpkin. My husbands order came out first. Then I waited for about 10 minutes for my order until I went up to the man and asked when mine was coming out. He immediately got mine. When I tasted it, it was iced milk. No pumpkin no chai no flavor... just milk. I had my husband and my friend try. They didn't know what that was. So I waited in line and let the cashier know. She even said "That doesn't look like how my order should be." I was given a remake. Service was way faster at that point. Unfortunately the drink was SO sweet and thick syrupy consistency. 3 stars for the mistaken order, the remake was so sweet and thick syrupy consistency, and total time combined was 35-40 minutes for two coffees. read more

Better Buzz Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santee, California

LOVE That they have a Santee location since I have never tried it! And talk about a cool atmosphere! The service was spot on! I was greeted immediately by the friendliest staff. Just walking in it was an immediate "Welcome!" I'm new to the menu but the young enthusiast staff member (I think name Allison - had blue bangs and giant blue eyes) knew everything about every drink and suggested I tried the "Banana Pudding - Best Drink Ever". I trusted her enthusiasm and also ordered the "Better Breakfast". With all the Better names I was really hoping it would live up to it! The name did not disappoint! First of all... when do you ever get a Nilla wafer in your drink?!?!? And when does your drink actually taste like what it says?!? Literally drank banana pudding coffee!! THE BEST! And the breakfast sandwich... OMG THE PRETZEL BUN and the Aioli! I am officially a fan! Will be back to try all the other creative items on the menu! read more

Better Buzz Coffee - The Banana Pudding Best Drink Ever and Better Breakfast Sandwich for the WIN! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santee, California

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First time to a Better Buzz. Very disappointing. 2 stars only for the friendly service. Iced horchata latte- barely any ice, separated horchata gave it a disgusting look/taste. Avocado toast deluxe- dense, untoasted bread, sour avocado (tasted like a spread). Spicy Chili Jam Sausage Croissant- greasy, small piece of sausage only to cover 1/4 of your croissant, all around terrible and bad flavor. For $50 I would have expected better quality. read more

Better Buzz Coffee - Feta Avocado Deluxe Toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santee, California

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You might as well call this Better Buzz location, "Club Buzz" because of how loud they play their music. Seriously, I could barely hear the nice young lady at the cash register, and it was very difficult to have a conversation near one of their speakers hanging from the ceiling. I asked one of the employees if they could reduce the volume a couple of notches, just a couple, and he said he would ask to have it done. However, when he returned, he told me that management said no, because it was their company policy to have the music that loud. I call B.S. because I've been to almost all Better Buzzes in San Diego, and never has the music been so loud. At any rate, I had a latte with oat milk, which was pretty good. I also had an almond croissant, which looked great but it did not have much or any filing on the inside. It tasted good. The hospitality at the register was nice. The young lady had a good personality and made good suggestions. However, I do think being able to reduce the volume of the music would be a good thing for all. read more

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We've been to a lot of the openings of the new store & this one was just like the others - over the top! They really do put on the show & if you come to expect a laid back soft opening -NOPE! there's barely enough room for the workers to move during this chaotic opening - but it's fun for all who attend. The bear claws are the best as are the drinks. Glad to see Katie keeping it all together - what a asset and Buzz knows that got a big star with her on board. read more

Better Buzz Coffee - Alana & Katie BFF's forever - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santee, California

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Came around 10 am on Wednesday super busy was surprised to find parking, there is a larger parking area behind that you can walk from but the drive through and parking lot is overall confusing and hard to access. The drinks are great and the service is awesome but maybe because it's new and busy it defiantly took over 20-30 min for one drink to come out. Nice music and interior! I would probably only come again for drive through tho or in a few months when there may be less people. read more

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I got a drink today and the employee was holding the silver ice scoop, not by the handle, but on the sides. Which means his disgusting fingers were touching parts that go into the ice bucket. Revolting. He was in this 40s, looked like surfer. Like how hard is it to hold the ice scoop by the handle??? read more

Kevin was awesome and friendly!!!! he gave me great drink recommendations and the young lady working at the window was friendly and kind to her team in the inside cause you can tell it was hectic. Great job. read more

Better Buzz Coffee - Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santee, California

Great service, amazing food and ambience is great! So happy they have more locations now!

Such an awesome better buzz! The staff is so friendly! The food and coffee were great and inside is super cute.

Amazing service from cool Archer who helped everybody in the store and she is the best person ever recommending drinks and goodies to everybody read more

My coffee was good but it wasn't as good as my favorite coffee places. I liked it more than Starbucks and I believe that's a better comparison. It is convenient with a drive through. It's also nice it's open into the evening. It gets really busy right now but it just opened so that might calm down a bit. read more

First, music was way too loud; lower it a bit and communication at the register and pick up area will be easier on both. Second, the manager or supervisor walking around wiping the tables needs to be more friendly with the customers. Just say "hi" or smile... Also, must remember to indicate little ice or else your drink is just ice. The chili crisp wrap was awesome; will order again. Until next time.... read more

Grabbed a dark roast coffee before work... it was basically hot water with the SLIGHTEST HINT of coffee. Tasted like they reused beans for multiple batches... terrible start of the day. read more

We showed up during their opening day at 4am for the plot. I'd say we were like the 15th car in line. We got some cups, a hat and stickers. We ordered the vanilla bean iced latte. It was really good, not very sweet. The staff was great! Everyone was up and alive at 4am with great energy. Way more than I had that morning, but it was fun before heading into work read more

Always a good time to have Better Buzzed! New Santee location is awesome - great customer service, great atmosphere and great coffee!

Well first off congrats to BB for a new location, love to see them growing as I think they have a great product, even when they feel like the used car dealership of coffee. I mean seriosuly I have never been upsold so much in my life. Drive through is not long because the items take long to make, its the person taking the order trying to sell you everything on the menu......read the room you dont have much room for doing this. This is why the one star deduction, it took me 3 min to order a coffee.... Now I know the stars are going to be deducted for the drive up and location lack of parking, I think this is unfair as they had zero options to make it better than when it was KFC. I would say they are working with what they got. Speed, well so far so good, I think BB really has the system down minus the upselling 5 items to buy one coffee...... If youre not sure of what to get food wise....the OG Bowl is my fav along with the Chili crunch wrap, drink the Best Drink ever is a win and my Fav the Mango Buzz Energy. read more

So glad better buzz has a location here in Santee such a great coffeehouse really phenomenal coffee convenient location. They did an excellent job branding great ambience for a coffee house. Don't get me wrong I'll miss KFC in this location, but I'm glad to see better buzz in Santee! read more

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I'm so excited to finally have the best coffee so close to home without having to drive to La Mesa! Every drink I've had has been amazing, so creamy and flavorful. The staff is always friendly and welcoming. Thank you for coming to Santee! You've definitely gained a new regular, and I can't wait for my next cup. read more

Better Buzz Coffee - 3- seed avocado toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santee, California

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The service is amazing, my drink was perfect, I love that they aren't shy on ice like Starbucks is forced coffee, and the shop is decorated so awesome! They did a great job! read more

I live in Orange County and came to Santee to spend time with my daughter & son in law. To give them a treat we went to better buzz. We went in the drive thru and had a wonderful experience. We were greeted graciously by Dani. She took our order and gave great input on the food items. We bought 4 drinks & 4 items of food. We will stop by again next time in town. She made our time @ Better Buzz enjoyable. read more

BEST LOCATION EVER! Fantastic pastries! Very fast lines every time and consistently great drinks :))

Wow! Welcoming and caring smiling faces throughout their soft opening today' food and my drink were delicious. I will be back read more

Better Buzz Coffee - Cookies n cream best drink ever - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santee, California

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Wow!!! Gage did such a great job helping me this morning. The store was so nice clean and inviting. The ambience and atmosphere was amazing and as always great food. read more

best bb i've been to in santee! very welcoming and friendly workers! Gage helped my out at the window, he made my experience 10/10! Thank you so much i'll be back! shout out to Gage!!! read more

Better Buzz Coffee - cinnamon vanilla layer with oreo cold foam - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santee, California

friendly service my new coffee place so happy Santee got a Better Buzz. They made my coffee just how I like and the avocado toast is amazing read more

Made an order through the app so we could just pick up and leave, but unfortunately it would've been faster going to the register . When we showed up, one of our drinks was already ready. As they were breezing through the drive thru and in person orders, we wondered maybe they had forgotten about our other drink. I went up to the counter to tell one of the girls that I was still waiting on the drink and she told me they were going to make it right away. As more time passed I noticed they weren't even working on it so I waited by the counter so they'd realize how long I've been waiting till another girl noticed and asked what I was waiting for. They said again they were going to work on it but I still had to wait longer than I should've. Finally, someone called our name for a pickup order and it ended up being our other drink. The drink was melted so it was just sitting there before they decided to finally bring it to the pick up area. I've noticed there were several other drinks sitting behind the counter so I wonder if this has happened to anyone else. I was highly disappointed in the service. It wasn't even busy when we arrived and the lack of urgency to make our drink or even try to find out what happened to it is unacceptable. Please be more attentive to your guests instead of chit chatting amongst yourselves behind the counter and avoiding them. read more

Better Buzz Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santee, California

I honestly loved KFC better and I kind of hate better but they have the worst coffee and guess what I don't even know what people like the place and why the line is very long. This place sucks read more

The Santee location just opened up today, I was there for the soft opening. Everyone was professional, everything ran smooth! Both my drink the and my food were amazing! Thank you to the staff! read more

Had an amazing experience at Better Buzz Coffee! The coffee was delicious, the atmosphere was great, and the service was even better. Brittnay was absolutely wonderful--friendly, welcoming, and made the whole experience even better. She provided excellent customer service and had a great attitude. read more

Wow. So big inside and everyone was so friendly. Drinks came out perfect and quickly. Love better buzz! read more

Better Buzz Coffee - Cold brew, iced lavender black tea latte, rose and strawberry energy drink, and açaí bowl. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Santee, California

So excited for the new location life is definitely better buzzed. My caramel vanilla iced latte with coconut milk hit the spot and was super refreshing on this very hot day. The staff were so welcoming and friendly. I can't wait to come back! read more

Finally decided to try better buzz coffee this morning. Just a dark roast brewed coffee with heavy cream. Quite possibly the worst coffee I've ever purchased. It tasted like cardboard. read more

Best Carmel Vanilla iced coffee drink of any other coffee house. This place has turned the old KFC into a gold mine

Ever since coming down to San Diego for school, I've been looking for places to study, and Better Buzz was that spot! I'm so happy that Better Buzz opened a location here in Santee, because it's so huge and spacious, and they have long hours. I can definitely see myself studying, grabbing a calm lil pastry and an energizing drink. I only had the chance to go through the drive thru, but the service was so good. Shilo took my order and he was so friendly! I wanted to try something new, so he recommended some pretty fire drinks. Anyway, super hyped that this location opened, woohoo! read more

Wow Gami, is truly amazing. She is so sweet and always goes above and beyond. I love their Coconut Buzz with coconut milk. It's a must try. I'm read more