Decent post-shopping coffee drive thru! The baristas were friendly and the coffee was decent. I'd come again next time instead of starbucks lol read more

This is my go-to coffee shop whenever I'm in North County. I always end up stopping here because it's consistently good and reliable. Their vanilla latte is one of my favorites-smooth, well-balanced, and not overly sweet. I also love that they rotate in seasonal drinks regularly, so there's usually something new and fun to try depending on the time of year. The drive-thru is quick and convenient, which makes it super easy to grab coffee on the go. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, even when they're busy. Overall, it's a great, dependable spot with good drinks and solid service. Definitely recommend if you're looking for an easy go-to coffee stop in North County. read more

Black Rock Coffee Bar - Iced vanilla latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Escondido, California

Staff is friendly but quality is super sub par coffee drinks here are just syrup and milk. Way too sweet. Update had to change it to a 1 star they're really low quality place. I don't know why i tipped. read more

Worst experience ever! When I ordered I waited nearly 20 minutes for it to be made and I was late for my meeting. This is actually the worst service I've ever experienced. How are you an operating business and can't get done in a timely manner. I honestly paid them to waste my time and make a subpar drink. Never coming back to this location again! read more

Drive-thru coffee spot in Escondido. They serve your typical coffees & teas, but they also serve their famous Fuel energy drinks. They have a slew of syrup flavors to make any drink you desire. The menu that you see at the Drive-Thru is just a sample of what they have, so check out there website for their full menu as well as their Secret Menu. read more

Genuinely one of the slowest lines I've ever waited in I swear to god there's one girl that runs this whole building hire more people if you can't finish two drinks within 10 minutes read more

The manager or owner needs to hire more people when schools season starts. As is there was already huge rush's when there was no school and now with school back in the poor 3 little baristas can't even keep up with drive through and walk up window. And I know they aren't getting paid enough to put up with all of that too. Manager needs to stop being selfish and hire more people. It's just cruelty at some point, you can tell these workers are stressed. read more

Costumer service isn't that great and they are always out of stuff . This location needs more training and better management. I went to a different location in vista and it was a lot better but it's further from me. I wish Escondido was ran better :( on their app it says they are out of their fizz drinks but when I drove over there the lady said they have them I told her it's been over two weeks that it says the drinks are sold out and she said she would fix it on the app and it's been a few days since and it still hasn't been fixed. Their drinks are way over priced if they are going to charge so much I think the drink quality and costumer service should match also they need to make it better to access help when something is wrong there's no way of reaching out to anyone you have to drive all the way to store to get help. It's disappointing. read more

I went in on a Saturday morning I dealt with elissa. What a great experience. She was so friendly and nice. I may be back every day thanks, Black Rock. read more

Service wasn't too great. Rep sounded super annoyed and rushed for no reason. There was no line. Drinks were nice.

I wish there were more of them like Starbucks, but these guys have amazing drinks and service. Today, we go the Mexican Iced Mocha....wish we got a large one because we drank it up so quickly! There's plenty of drinks to choose from....soo many it will take us awhile to get through them all! If you are going east...you might pass it like we did. When you are using your gps it over passes it and you can't turn around because the next drive up is something else. I saw a few of us who had to reverse on the main road to get into their drive thru (since they only have one access from the street). The drive thru curves from the left side rather then the right side like other drive-thru. Service is great and quick. read more

Black Rock Coffee Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Escondido, California

I usually love black rock but the lady who was working this morning was so rude! As soon as i came to the window i smiled and asked how her day was she rolled her eyes at me and ignored! So rude then when i gave her my phone to pay she smacked on the card reader like she was angry. She made the start of my day terrible! i will not be coming back unless she gets fired i also will be telling everyone not to go because their day will be ruined! read more

My daughter and I usually love their coffee and for that, I give this place 4 starts but for the Holiday choices, we were not that impressed. We choose to order 4 of their holiday drinks. 1st I'll talk about the egg nog latte. We got this one iced. I barely tasted the egg nog and the espresso wasn't really impressive. 2 out of 5 2nd Peppermint Bark Blondie. This one I didn't like much either. The peppermint tasted kinda medicinal to me and was too milky. 1 out of 5. 3rd Chocolate Pretzel Mocha Iced and my daughter liked this one . She liked the creaminess of it and the caramel taste was present. I did taste the saltiness as well. 3 or 5. 4th was my favorite and that was the Berry Blush Fuel. It's their sweet energy drink with a huge amount of candy flavor. This one was a 5 out of 5. The baristas are very kind and have sweet personalities. Their vanilla lattes and mochas are what I go back for! We even got a Puppychino for our sweet pup read more

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Came here for the first time yesterday, and this is a drive-thru only. They were not busy on a Sunday, service was fast, and the employees were all nice. The coffee was strong. I ordered a Mocha blended. Next time I'd like to try something else, since they have a lot of flavor options. read more

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I'm giving this coffee place a 1 star because of the poor customer service and food overall. The workers had a bad attitude while we were ordering and while we picked up our food and drinks. I found this quite rude and disrespectful. Next, the drinks and food, the drinks weren't too bad, but the food was horrible. I ordered a chocolate chip muffin and an egg breakfast burrito. To me the muffin was wet and had a lemony aftertaste, the burrito tasted like it was nacho cheese, the tortilla was crunchy, not soft, and it was mushy- like the eggs weren't cooked. Overall, this place was not great at all. I do not recommend. read more

When this location first opened, it was amazing! The service was phenomenal, the coffee was good, each visit felt like a treat. My dog is their biggest fan, and every morning on our walk she BEGS to go to Black Rock for a pup cup. Currently the experience has changed. The staff is either: overworked and overwhelmed, upset that they are working, or just seem angry at the fact that I'm a customer looking for help. Please keep in mind that I tip every time they prompt, (and have even begun reminding them that I'd like to tip when they don't prompt) and say please and thank you every time. It's how I was raised. This is when the walk up window is even available. On half of our walks the gate is closed and they are drive thru only. This could be staffing issues, whatever, it's not the end of the world. The thing that does suck, though, is spending $7 on a small drink and tip just to get a pup cup and some pretty uncomfortable service. Example: the other day I ordered and they forgot my drink. I wasn't in a rush, and I've worked in the industry before, so I just waited until they said something just in case they were backed up or something. One of the workers noticed I was still there and said "is he still there?" To which the other replied "I don't care." I eventually got my drink, but these types of experiences have driven me away. I'm not bummed out I'll be missing mid coffee, I'm bummed out about disappointing my dog and having to remove something she loves from her life. But I just can't bring myself to deal with these bad experiences anymore. read more

The best frozen blended coffee in town. Great customer service too. Thank you for always being fast and efficient.

Worse matcha ever it is just straight milk no matcha flavor whatsoever. Should have got a coffee read more

Black Rock Coffee Bar - Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Escondido, California

It's not Dutch Bros but it's a viable alternative. My recommendation is to do your drink research beforehand. There are many drink options and configurations that simply aren't on their drive-thru menu.. At least on the afternoon I went, there was no barista standing in the drive-thru line waiting to assist you with the menu or to to give you drink recommendations (that's a big plus with DutchBros). If you're not prepared you'll end up picking something basic from the drive-thru intercom. I'd say that their drinks are really good. Both their sugar-free coffee drink and my sugar-free Cranberry Engery drink were both excellent. That pushed them up to a fourth star. - Relatively expensive. About $6 a beverage and up. You're paying for drink diversity and happy service compared to Starbucks which has a limited menu and those grumpy baristas.. - Baristas are happy and positive. - There are sugar-free options but you're going to have to go to their website to identify them. - Location is wonky and can be easily missed. read more

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We went through their drive through as I had read on Yelp that their coffee was excellent. I had a latté with an extra shot. For the first time I had a coffee that I could not actually taste. When we got home, I tossed it down the sink. We will not be going back. read more

Unfortunately not impressed. I asked if they have cappuccinos, they said yes. Then proceeded to ask me what size I wanted. A cappuccino should only come in one size, otherwise it is technically not a cappuccino. I said small hoping it would be the traditional size. It was not, it was essentially the same thing as my husband's small latte. And very expensive to boot. Probably won't be back, which stinks cause it's a convenient location for me. Please learn how to make traditional espresso drinks. read more

Love the coffee I get here! I'm not really into energy drinks but Strawberry Sour is my favorite! Service with a smile. It makes you feel appreciated. Every time I get my drinks here, that's what I am getting also. So, keep smiling!! read more

Not bad coffee, but was not thrilled to find a hair from one of the staff in it. Photo below, I have short black hair and this is longer brunette hair so I know it's not mine. read more

Black Rock Coffee Bar - Hair in my coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Escondido, California

Came in on Opening Day on Friday 9/16! All staff did an incredible job on their first day! We got an Iced Caramel Blondie, Blended Oreo, Hot Americano, and a Pup Cup. Just note that some of the Favorites can also be Chiller drinks too. We didn't realize that until after ordering, otherwise we would've gotten the blended Caramel Blondie instead of an iced one! I got the Blended Oreo and it tasted exactly like the Starbucks Java Chip Frappuccino, which is my favorite drink! The only difference is that there are no actual java chips. Overall a great drink. My dog also loved the pup cup, it's always great to see coffee shops do that :) it came with a milk bone as well. I'm curious to try their Blackout drink or one of the Fuel drinks next. Thank you for a great first visit. read more

Black Rock Coffee Bar - From left to right: Iced Caramel Blondie, Blended Oreo, Hot Americano, and a Pup Cup. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Escondido, California

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My new favorite coffee shop of all time. We just had a baby so safe to say we have gotten a lot of coffee lately to help with the inevitable sleep deprivation that comes with taking care of a newborn. My husband and I generally get a regular hot vanilla latte with alternative milk but lately I've been branching out and trying new things. Kettle corn cold brew- their seasonal drink is 10/10 one of my favorite drinks to get here. Pumpkin Blondie was a little too sweet for my taste but would definitely try again half sweet. Hazelnut mocha aka their "blackout" was also incredible. I still have yet to try their fuel drinks and still have to make my way through their drink list but I have yet to not love anything from here. Also their muffin tops are so so good! Definitely better than Starbucks, I can't recommend enough. read more

Honestly delicious coffee. Starbucks can't even compare in terms of taste. Great service too. The staff is darling ans make a killer latte My toddler loves the begals. Super cute spot and it wasn't a long wait. Highly recommend . read more

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This morning's visit was incredibly disappointing. The service? Practically nonexistent. The woman helping me -- wearing a cropped black top with her belly button out -- handed me my drink with her back turned toward me, barely acknowledging my presence. There was no warmth, no welcome, no effort -- just distraction and laughter shared with her coworkers while I stood there, clearly an afterthought. It felt like I was intruding rather than being served. After today, I've decided this will be my last visit. I'll be taking my support to other small businesses that actually value their customers. Maybe that shift will speak louder than words. read more

Had been looking for a new coffee spot instead of the usual, ran into Black Rock Coffee liked the coffee and the service, wife and I stopped in for coffee, placed our order , cashier seem to be having problems with the credit card machine, ran my card 5 times until it went through, told me not to worry that it ONLY CHARGED THE CARD ONCE, little did she know it was charged 5 times, didn't realize it until a few days later when it popped up on my mobile banking app, thought it would be an easy fix go back to black rock and get it taken care of, went back to black rock and went through the drive through placed my order, asked to speak to a manager, a young Asian girl stated that she was the manager, I explained to her what had happened the last time I was in, I showed her a screenshot of my mobile banking app (all charges were for the exact amount) she stated that there was nothing she can do for me and that i should REPORT THOSE CHARGES TO MY BANK AS FRAUDULENT CHARGES!!! I said can't you go back on see that purchase on your computer for that date since we have a customer account, she stated that she could not do that, and that I needed to handle that with my bank! UPPER MANAGEMENT NEEDS TO PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THINGS LIKE THIS! I WILL NOT RETURN WILL TAKE MY BUSINESS SOMEWHERE ELSE!! read more

great team / service and delicious drinks. there's an outdoor walk up area and music plays outside too!

Great little coffee spot. Drive thru or walk up. Drive slow are you might miss the narrow drive way. Plenty of drink options teas, smoothies, lattes, coffees, lemonade, etc. Average pricing. Good customer service, prompt and efficient young ladies. We ordered both the iced caramel blonde and caramel truffle (we like sweet drinks) both with breve. Both were delicious. Reasonable priced. read more

I went to get some coffee with my family in the drive tru. I went to order my coffee very unwelcoming service. When I got the front I could see the poor girl doing drinks and orders by herself with no help . I understand her rudeness and frustration , but the company needs more people for better service. This will be the last time I come read more

Oreo chiller was really good. It's sweet but you can still taste a little bit of coffee. I personally like mine to be all sweet but I really did enjoy the drink. I would and will definitely go back and get it again. Service was great and line moves fast. read more

Black Rock Coffee Bar - Oreo chiller blended - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Escondido, California

Normally I really enjoy the Escondido location, but recently it has not been the best. There are a few rude workers who either don't let you finish a sentence or correct you rudely. I just went and asked for blonde espresso and the girl said "umm we don't have blonde espresso, this isn't Starbucks." I am aware of that fact. Manners are important! read more

Once again, I ordered a drink on my app only to get there to find the gate is locked for walk up 10 cars in line not about to wait so I just drove off once again. I lost my money to a place is not dependable won't ever go here again. I recommend nobody ever ordered the coffee from this place via app. They deserve no stars. This is the second time I've complained about this a lot of other choices out there. Sorry this is not one of them for me anymore. read more

Great place and customer service! Drinks are made well and fast. definitely visit this place

My favorite coffee bar! I get an iced sugar free white out with oat milk it's amazing! I'm so happy this Washington chain came to San Diego! I do wish they added their spinach and cheese croissants to the menu that they serve in Washington read more

This was my first time trying this place since it has opened. I stuck with the caramel blondie and I got it iced with milk sun for soy. It was very flavorful. The coffee was a little too sweet for my liking but still great overall. They have many coffee choices to choose from and different flavor pumps you can add. I will be coming back to try other flavors! read more

Black Rock Coffee Bar - Caramel blondie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Escondido, California

Third location in San Diego, after Vista and Oceanside, the signature coffee shop based in Oregon, now grand opening in SD, the first day was a great turn out with cars lining up for drive thru, I hope after in a few days I can get to sit down inside and enjoyed my coffee. But I took my Mom in for a great peach smoothie and a chai chiller for myself, both were great and the line moves up pretty fast. They only doing peach and strawberry smoothie at the moment fyi. read more

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You know it's a good coffee shop when they can nail a simple vanilla latte. I hate when you can tell the espresso has a bitter aftertaste, but they get it right every time. Quick service and friendly staff. After a few visits, I decided that I much prefer black rock over Dutch bros. read more

Ok so I've been here a bunch and the drinks are always great staff is friendly and service is fast. That being said, the (new?) manager needs to chill out. Very aggressive. read more