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Café Matinal

4.9 (86 reviews)
Open 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Manglow smoothie with protein powder
Lindsay V.

Love this place!! The coffee is so good and the açaí bowls are amazing. Badr is seriously the nicest and always super accommodating with my dietary needs -- I swap granola for protein powder and it's such a game changer. You can tell he genuinely loves what he does. Cafe Matinal has become a weekly staple for me and my friends in the Crown Point area.

Biscoff Latte
Sofia G.

Came w a friend to try their viral Biscoff Latte, & I am so glad we did as their coffee was AMAZING! My drink was very rich & creamy, the Biscoff flavor was present without being overwhelming. Very well-crafted coffee, and they offer non-dairy creamers! The owner is very kind & dedicated. We had a very pleasant interaction with him. While parking may be challenging, this is the perfect lil spot to hit up before a morning stroll:)

biscoff latte
Sasha A.

Omg i'm so glad I stopped by, the biscoff coffee was so creamy and delicious. The owner was so very sweet and made sure I loved the coffee. I tried the cheese and turkey croissant and it was amazing, better than Starbucks. I love how the owner added a cozy seating area too. Definitely coming back and bringing my friends :)

Forbidden vanilla
Halle J.

San Diego is over saturated with so many subpar coffee spots, it was so nice to take a chance and not be disappointed! The espresso here is so good; the picture speaks for itself. On two different occasions I tried the rose latte and the forbidden vanilla latte. Both were delicious and again I can't believe how great the espresso pull is! The service is friendly as well. Keep in mind there's only room for one or two people in the truck so if there's a line you may have to wait 5-10mins but it's so worth it.

Raghuram R.

This spot is a hidden gem coffee spot located in San Diego. The address is 3804 Ingraham St. Spot #2 San Diego, CA 92109. Badr is a kind Syrian soul who exhibits the best hospitality, giving customers chocolates to go along with their coffees. He speaks French, and in French Matinal means "morning," and you can't go about the best morning without the best cup of joe from this man. Customers often find themselves talking to others in line, and this coffee truck has definitely cultivated a San Diegan community. The ambiance is beyond amazing! One of my favorite coffee spots in the whole nation. I highly recommend the iced Forbidden Latte, which includes freshly crushed hazelnut in front of your eyes. It also includes agave and you can taste the richness of the amazing coffee beans!! It was so good, I had to get another!! Hoping to visit this truck again in the future and 300% recommend to anyone looking for some of the best coffee in San Diego!!

Inconspicuous off the side of VP Racing gas station parking lot
Christina S.

Tiny little trailer located off the side of VP Racing gas station - easy to miss if not looking but O-M-G don't miss it!!! I actually picked this spot when on the way to Campland on the Bay due to it being on TooGoodToGo...however I did not buy the 2G2G bag and instead came for the coffee. The gentleman working inside the trailer was hustling- when we showed up we were not the only customers. I was Yelp influenced to try the Biscoff Lotus latte and my husband tried the forbidden vanilla. He gave my husband and I enough Godiva chocolates to share with our kiddos in he car as well so everyone got a treat. I looooovvved my biscoff latte. He scooped some cookie butter and mixed it with the espresso, then topped with milk and then shaved biscoff cookie. So so freaking good without being too sweet. Husbands latte was good and reminded him of those Ferrero Rocher candies. It had some nuts in it. I thought it tasted ok but not as good as mine. Anyways I'm a fan- I walked back the next day with my kids and friends and we got more drinks, huge muffins this time too, and of course were gifted with more chocolates. My kids took advantage of the chalk on the little picnic table and drew on the ground while we waited. What a vibe. Check it out.

Forbidden Vanilla Latte (left) and Biscoff Lotus Latte (right)
Alejandra Z.

Our experience at Café Matinal was amazing! The owner was very friendly and even gave us a little sweet treat with our drinks. You can tell he puts a lot of care into serving quality beverages. We ordered the Forbidden Vanilla Latte and the Biscoff Lotus Latte, both iced. The espresso to milk ratio was great, not too milky and not too sweet. And the presentation of the drinks and service was wonderful. We also got some pastries; one of their employees bakes them fresh and looking forward to trying their açaí. The coffee cart is located in the corner of a gas station parking lot. It's very colorful and inviting with a diverse menu. There is a small seating area on the side but we ended up parking our car and taking a stroll to Crown Point Park. We will definitely be returning, chatting with the owner was pleasant. He said that his peak hours are 7:00-11:00; we showed up around 15:00 and were able to get drinks pretty quickly.

Cinnamon honey latte
Linda E.

Hands-down the best coffee shop in San Diego! I'm so excited that I found Cafe Matinal. The owner is incredibly kind and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. I ordered the cinnamon honey latte, and it was honestly the best I've ever had!! perfectly balanced and full of flavor. I also got my kids a strawberry mango smoothie, and they absolutely loved it. Amazing drinks and such a great vibe. Cafe Matinal is officially a new favorite, and we'll definitely be back!

Sarah N.

Amazing drinks, amazing service, and the cutest dog that hangs around! You can tell the owner truly cares about the quality of his drinks.

The coffee truck. Small table to wait at on the other side.
Kate P.

The best coffee we had while visiting the area. It's a bit hard to find. It's in a service station parking lot. Very industrial. There is a line because the coffee and food are so good. Really worth the wait. On the second day of our trip, we tried a different coffee shop that has rave reviews. The ambienc3 was better, but the coffee was yuck by comparison. We returned here two more times before we left. Highly recommend.

Josh L.

Wasn't sure what to expect from this spot as it is tucked behind a gas station and a bit hidden from the street. But I'm happy I paid them a visit as the açaí bowl was just what I was looking for. I appreciate how with the açaí the owner lets you pick your ingredients and customize things at no additional charge. The bowl was large as others have mentioned and came with a generous serving of fresh fruit. It was also carefully constructed and well presented which I honestly was not expecting. Only feedback I'd have is there's definitely potential for things to get backed up. I came on a Saturday morning and while I was the only one in line when I arrived, there were 4 folks behind me by the time I left. The care put into each order is much appreciated but it also means it's going to take longer to get your order whether it be just a beverage or food. There was only one person working which may have contributed but all in all it's a good local spot.

Biscoff Latte
Brittany K.

Large menu. There was a decent line even in the middle of the day and for good reason. This latte was made with love!!! The biscoff latte was everything I had heard about and more. They were so sweet, I can't wait to come back!

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Bridget B.

Really incredible coffee cart in PB! Would definitely recommend this spot for anyone in the area looking for quality coffee or matcha. These guys are sooo nice and you can tell they really put care into each drink. They even gave us little chocolate nuggets with our drink! I would definitely choose this spot over other popular coffee shops in the area.

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This was such a gem, thank you for great service and even better coffee. I could not recommend this place enough.

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5 months ago

10/10. The best coffee in San Diego, consistently. And the owner is such a sweetheart.

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