We stopped by for a acai bowl and a chai latte before going to the beach! Super quick service and very friendly. The acai was a blended smoothie bowl and for $15 it was well worth the price for the size of it. There is seating right outside the cart! The chai was delicious, unfortunately I am pretty sure they added espresso in it which I did not want but it was still good. read more

Cafe Bella - Pumpkin spice chai - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ocean Beach, California

I decided to try this place because I was in the neighborhood of Ocean Beach, it's a cute little portable truck on the street that is super walkable. There was no line so we decided to come here and they were fast. I ordered the iced Vietnamese coffee and it was good. It's only espresso shots and sweetened condensed milk and it was the perfect amount. I also ordered a salmon bagel with a jalapeño cheddar bagel. It had cream cheese, spinach, and tomatoes on it, it was pretty good maybe I would like my bagel more toasted but overall this place nine out of 10 and I probably will come back for an iced coffee. there is some seating area outside limited to two tables but there's plenty sitting around the neighborhood and I even was able to bring my dog since the outdoor coffee shop. I will be back. read more

Cafe Bella - Salmon bagel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ocean Beach, California

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Very good, but the açaí sorbet could be a little bit better. They have some very good toppings and very nice workers.

Five stars for the service, but the iced coffee and açaí bowl weren't my favorite. Maybe other items are better.

Cafe Bella is a delicious coffee shop and açaí bowl spot in a parking lot by a liquor store not too far from the beach. My açaí bowl was huge and was the perfect texture, smooth but thick. The toppings were all fresh and was a great value! My iced matcha was just what I needed as a little pick me up to start our day at the beach. read more

The Açaí bowls and blended smoothies are top notch. They are a great treat. The staff is super friendly too

Was really craving a matcha latte after seeing people walking with them so decided to come give this stand a try. It was a bit too milky for me, but still pretty good. I tried my friend's Vietnamese iced coffee which was actually better than ones I have had from many Vietnamese restaurants. It was a bit difficult to know where the line was and also to hear the orders as they were called out, so it would be nice if the system for that could be improved a bit. read more

Cafe Bella - Matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ocean Beach, California

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Next time ladies, don't be so spaced out on the job. I was your only customer for miles, you had only one order to take and forgot the second after taking it. I even tipped you! Saw me standing on the sidewalk for 17min and ignored me. Asking eachother, why is she waiting there? Not going back read more

We came here both mornings of our stay in OB, I noticed the line and knew it must be good! Walk up & order, super fast & delicious! read more

Cafe Bella - Ocean beach açaí bowl + therapy blend (coffee, peanut butter, honey, protein) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ocean Beach, California

Super convenient coffee cart at the OB farmers market. A pretty big menu for being a coffee cart. I ordered an almond milk latte and it was really good read more

I love their coffee and for the most part the ladies are super friendly and willing to get you what you want... this time in particular that didn't happen? While waiting in my car in line, one of the young ladies was talking to the customer in front of me about her personal itinerary for I believe it was spring break going to Australia or South Africa or something.... she went on and on and on and on... when she came to me to take my order, I was a little taken back by having to wait so long when I was in a hurry to go to work/volunteer. I still went in 3 to 5 times a week... not now! A month and a half later (a week ago) I bought a coffee went to my position and ended up spending 3 to 4 hours on the toilet.... Absolutely disgusted!!! Something I don't ever do? The manager says he's gonna write her up... she actually needs to be fired! Nowadays, it's important not to speak your mind, because there's little beatches waiting to screw you up. read more

Asterid makes a nice drink friendly service with a beautiful smile included. It's a perfect spot to grab yourself a drink of your choice (plenty of drinks to choose from) and walk around Newport Ave and check out the local scene. read more

Cafe Bella - Grabbing an Iced Mexican Mocha from Cafe Bella - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ocean Beach, California

I love this spot. It's easy to get to and the coffee and service are great. I am grateful they are in a convenient spot where I can get coffee on my way to work without being late. I also appreciate the prices. read more

Been past due for a review of my favorite small business coffee shops in OB. All I can speak for is the iced coffee. It's quick, most of the time good when it doesn't have the coffee grounds in it, and right around the corner from my place and the beach. Well the coffee is good, my review is regarding the group of young girls that work here. The coffee shop comes in waves with girls in the 4 years I've been a customer. In this new wave of gals, I had a consistent awful attitude from a blonde with the name of BROOKE. Dare a customer ask her for anything else that will make her walk back to grab. She has the ugliest attitude and VERY POOR customer service. Ive experienced her attitude almost every time she's been there. Not sure how attitudes like this are getting employed by such a popular coffee shop. I also just experienced another rude barista, I would be happy to provide the name but the baristas and others working refused to give a name due to "privacy concerns". Or because they dont want their name posted on a review for management to see. The interaction was similar to what another reviewer shared. She brought the coffee, stared at me, didn't speak 1 word. Not so much as a thank you, goodbye, or anything else. Stood their silently and awkwardly with a smirk on her face. I had to ask her if there was anything else needed as she stood at my car door. It was very awkward, rude, and goes to show the level of immaturity and lack of customer service these young girls possess. You are in the business of service. If you dont like to provide good positive customer service to people. Do NOT work in a customer facing role in a popular coffee shop near a main beach. I hope the owners take action with the kind of girls they are hiring. Unprofessional, they act very childish as if they are in high school (maybe they are which is no excuse), and giving their business a bad name. read more

Great selection of smoothies and bowls here. I had the ocean beach bowl minus the honey. It had just the right mixture of fruit to smoothie to granola. They also have bagels and other good looking baked goods including several gluten-free items such as banana bread slices and cookies from a local source, though I did not try any on this visit. There are a few tables outside for eating and traffic/people watching. read more

Cafe Bella - Ocean Beach bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ocean Beach, California

Empanadas, drinks, all so good and fresh! Service was also so great - made the wait worthwhile. read more

Cafe Bella - Chicken empanada - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ocean Beach, California

What better way to start off your morning by walking to the neighborhood coffee stand to get a cup of Joe (Or tea)? Cafe Bella offers coffee, tea, and various pastries + bowls to get your day started right! After browsing through the menu I decided on a London Fog. I had only had it one other time so I was curious to see if my second try at this drink would be a hit! It only took a few minutes to make. The London fog was delicious. They use Stash earl grey tea, and there was a slight citrusy note to the tea mixed with the steamed milk and vanilla syrup. The drink will come to you with tea bag left in the cup so as a side note, be sure to remove your tea bag after you've gotten the perfect amount of brewing since the longer you keep it in the cup the more chance you'll oversteep the tea, changing the flavor so that it can potentially become more astringent and bitter. read more

Cafe Bella - London fog - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ocean Beach, California

ordered a pink sunset smoothie and when my husband brought it home it reeks and tastes like peanut butter, his smoothie has peanut butter in it mine is not supposed to. so it definitely tastes like they didn't wash the blender between preparing our drinks at all, thank god I don't have a peanut allergy but my smoothie still tastes disgusting read more

Stopped here on our way to the dog beach. The menu is extensive! From coffees, teas, smoothies to açaí bowls and baked goods. You'll definitely find what you're looking for. I got a matcha latte with no sweetener and oatmilk. The matcha was of good quality and the oatmilk paired perfectly needing nothing more. My boyfriend got the pink paradise smoothie. Extremely tasty!! The girls working were SO sweet and offered the pups some cookies. Definitely recommend. read more

Cafe Bella - Matcha latte with oatmilk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ocean Beach, California

I got the Americano. That was the worst acidic coffee I've ever had in my life horrible. Gag me with a spoon. Kind of horrible better off at Starbucks. read more

Order Viet coffee. Taste pretty good.. not too sweet. Great friendly service. There is also a drive thru read more

Cafe Bella - Viet coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ocean Beach, California

The girls working here usually act very immature. Every time I've gone they seem to be more invested in the conversations they're having with one another, instead of focusing on the customer. Very annoying, hence why I come so infrequently. You either have to be a local or a regular to feel welcome, is my guess. However, they know how to make delicious coffee. Why I do seem to come back. read more

Wow this place was amazing Super clean fast service it's location is so convenient. They have a drive-through as well every thing on the menu looked good We just happened to run upon this place as we were headed to a meeting And what a great find We ordered a small therapy Banana peanut butter protein and 2 shots of espresso with almond milk Absolutely delicious so creamy and smooth not to sweet just right ...... It was so good we returned the next day to get another therapy before we left town. So if you get a chance definitely stop at this place it's so worth it read more

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I'm like the most difficult person when it comes to coffee because there is a certain way I like it . I explained to Katie how I liked it and she made it so right I'm so happy with my iced coffee thank you Katie for being patient and understanding read more

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Had a bacon egg and cheese croissant and an iced americano and both were absolutely delicious. Jake definitely knows what he's doing and he had a really great positive attitude, I'll definitely be back. The place was also really clean and tidy and just very peaceful to be sitting at. Great prices and great quality! read more

Cafe Bella - Iced coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ocean Beach, California

Love that it is drive thru or walk through. On the weekends they're pretty busy, but the line moves and people don't seem to mind. Plenty of options to drink- smoothies, caffeine, no caffeine, and things to eat like baked goods, açaí bowls and bagel sandwiches. read more

Today was their opening day and I was their first customer! I walked in with my puppy and the friendly staff gave her a pupuccino! I didn't have one before so this is now my coffee spot! read more

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Spend the morning at the beach and with our dogs...and we come here to fill our tummies with yummy and healthy goods. I forget what we ordered but I loved my smoothie and my husband loved his bowl. The dogs got to hang out while we enjoyed it. Definitely a great place to stop by for something refreshing! read more

Cafe Bella - a bowl of fruit and nuts - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ocean Beach, California

As I searched to find a coffee shop that was open before 7 in this weird post-Covid market, I came across this spot. So I came, and got coffee so bad that I threw it out. The end. read more

I usually enjoy going to the Bella carts at both locations. Not sure how the ingredients are handled/ stored for this cart, my husband & mother-in-law got some kind food poisoning from this cart. Both drank a sunshine smoothie from the coffee cart located by the car wash on Volitaire & right after (same day) had chills, nausea, vomiting, & diarrhea. I doubt this is a coincidence since they did not eat anything else prior. Hopefully this is an isolated situation. read more

Not going to lie this place is awesome. But wow it's been a while since I've had rude stand off ish customer service in a while for absolutely no reason. The girl approached my vehicle with no hi, no welcome, no nothing she just stared at me and then looked away and waited for me to feel so awkward and then goes what can I get u. Like girl bffr, do your simple cute simple job and be kind. She was giggling and laughing the entire time and doing nothing all she was doing was taking orders for the other ladies in the back working hard. Not professional but overall this place is pretty dope. And the chick was a dirty blonde girl lol. tell her to get her shit together read more

The inside was super slow/empty which was nice. The drive through seems like the busy area. A couple of outlets available. They had some vegan baked goods which is refreshing to see. Americano was good and the workers were friendly. Bathroom requires a code. Wifi is fast and password is available at counter. read more

Cafe Bella - Inside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ocean Beach, California

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I asked for a Cortado and was given a 12 ounce latte, which was not hot. A Cortado is two shots of espresso and the same amount of hot milk so a very small amount of liquid and strong. Cortado's are a popular drink in San Diego and they should learn what it is and put it on the menu. They should definitely not give customers a latte in it's place after telling them they know how to make a Cortado. -Below is the DM I received from Faez K. Thank you so much for stopping by and will make sure we learn how to make your cool drink read more

Surprisingly good. The veggie bagel I had was better than what I get at bagel stores. The green smoothie was also great. Quick service despite being pretty busy. Definitely will go back. read more

Cafe Bella is an absolute gem in the heart of one of San Diego's most precious beach towns. Stop by to have some of the best açaí bowls and coffee ever. I definitely recommend the OB bowl! read more

Service oriented. Detail oriented. Great people, great coffee. Açai is better than the competition nearby. Bottom line is that you get great coffee and drinks with consistency. Nearby coffee places do not compare! read more

I come here almost every day for a lavender latte and it's made with love. Relatively cheap and fast service! read more

I love waking up. Getting a coffee and heading to the beach. This place is within walking distance of the beach and perfect to add to a morning. I got the iced latte with vanilla soy milk and it was tasty. They have a variety of açaí bowls that looks great but I didn't try. I've been here a couple times and it's fast, friendly and consistent. They also have a drive thru if your local and needing coffee in the morning! Support local read more

The service and smoothies are amazing!! They're pastries are really good too! I stop by most mornings before yoga on my dog walk and they are always giving me ideas and insight for my smoothies and modifications. The staff is super sweet and it's a great place to go to start your day! read more

Favorite coffee shop in SD! They make their drinks so good and the coffee they use is the perfect taste. I've had several coffee drinks, smoothies and bagels. Never disappointed. The girls are friendly and always give my dogs treats! Highly recommend. read more

Cafe Bella - Iced latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Ocean Beach, California