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Cafe Matinal is an absolute hidden gem and the owner is truly one of a kind! We arrived around 7:20 AM and he was just finishing up opening his mobile coffee shop. Right away, he greeted us warmly, handed my daughter a banana, and kindly asked for about 20 minutes to get set up. He was ready in less than that. Good thing we were early, because by 7:30 a line was already forming! I ordered two iced biscoff lattes with whole milk, a side of milk, and five beignets with chocolate hazelnut filling. When I noticed he had used oat milk instead of whole, he immediately offered to remake both drinks. I told him not to worry about it -- honestly, the lattes were SO good it didn't even matter! But what happened next truly blew me away: he told me my entire order was on him for the mix-up. I insisted on paying but he wouldn't hear of it, and on top of that, he wanted to give my daughter a muffin too. I was speechless. That kind of genuine, above-and-beyond hospitality is so rare. The biscoff latte is an absolute must (even with oat milk), it was incredible. And the beignets with chocolate hazelnut filling? Do not skip them. The setup itself is charming! A cute picnic table alongside the mobile shop, fresh flowers nearby at the gas station, and just an all-around wonderful vibe. This man runs his business with so much heart. We will absolutely be back. Highly, highly recommend!
OUTSTANDING. Owner is sooooo kind, and makes delicious food and drinks. The acai bowl is delicious without being too sweet and he helped me customize the Nutella latte so that I'd absolutely love it,.which I did. Strong rich coffee and the Nutella made it so yummy without being too sweet also. Highly recommend stopping by! Even if there's a wait, it's worth it because he and the other customers are always a good chat. :)
Came with my friend who is a regular today not expecting to have such an amazing experience. I left with a new favorite latte the cinnamon honey I believe is the owners signature he told me he loves this drink which normally comes with about three shots which is great for a coffee lover. I went with two just to be on the safer side and it still tasted like coffee just how I like it ! It was phenomenal it's rare to fine coffee places who not only have unique flavors but good quality. I wanna thank the owner for being so kind to me I always have so many questions and am so indecisive when it comes to choosing my coffee but he was so helpful and made sure I tried my coffee before I left to ensure I left satisfied. Shout out to him I hope his business does exception and expands in the future. Also thanks for the free coffee lol will be back soon king you're the goat
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:)
Wow... this place was so good. My husband got the pistachio rose and I got the biscotti. We loved both. Definitely a place to come back to. When it's busy plan on a wait but worth the wait.
The coffee and service was amazing. I'd have to say the best coffee I have ever had, so smooth! Badr welcomed me with a kind smile and really put love into his presentation. I will be back!!! Thank you for such a great experience!
Located in the back of the gas station parking lot. The owner makes all the drinks by himself and in very slow and careful methods. The drinks are delicious, even just a regular cup of coffee. I got their Biscoff latte with oat milk and loved the flavor of it plus the coffee itself. It was worth the wait.
What a cute little local coffee truck located in the VP Racing Mart lot. They had regular coffee and signature drinks, pastries, and açaí bowls. The service was friendly and they gave us complimentary dark chocolates. They also had a little seating area beside the truck with sidewalk chalk. Definitely stop by to start off your day!!
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.
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!!
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 :)
1 month ago
Cafe Matinal is such a fun little coffee truck near Crown Point! I had tried to come here once before but the line was crazy, so I gave up. This time I came early on a Sunday and it was SO worth it. I got the Turkish rose & pistachio latte, and it was exactly how I like my coffee - not overly sweet, with really subtle pistachio and rose flavors. They even add dried rose petals on top. The coffee itself is strong, which I actually loved because you can still taste the coffee through all the flavors. Definitely my cup of tea... I mean coffee hehe. We also got a bagel with cream cheese, which was simple, good, and filling, and a warmed-up pistachio croissant that was SO good. Perfect little stop to grab something before walking around Crown Point Park, which is super close. They have a table and a couple benches on the side if you want to sit too. Definitely coming back! read more
This little mobile cafe is such a hidden gem! Cafe Matinal is located in a gas station parking lot. There is a little bit of parking to use. This is an outdoor coffee stand, so it was quite warm outside since it is mid-July. The owner greeted me warmly when I arrived and was very friendly and knowledgeable. He guided me through the menu and made many coffee recommendations. I was in between the iced Biscoff latte and the iced Pistachio Rose latte, and I ended up getting the latter. We talked a bit as he was making my coffee since I was the only one there, and I found out that he's had this coffee stand since 2024, first in North Park and now in PB. He mentioned that his stand became viral through a Tik Tok video last year and that he is very grateful for it since he thought his business would only last 25 days. When he gave me my coffee, he offered to trade it out if I didn't like it. Thankfully he didn't have to because the iced pistachio rose latte with oat milk was so good! It was not too sweet and you could taste the coffee, which was amazing. The owner's great customer service, his delicious coffee, and his attentiveness will have me coming back soon! read more
Cafe Matinal is an absolute hidden gem and the owner is truly one of a kind! We arrived around 7:20 AM and he was just finishing up opening his mobile coffee shop. Right away, he greeted us warmly, handed my daughter a banana, and kindly asked for about 20 minutes to get set up. He was ready in less than that. Good thing we were early, because by 7:30 a line was already forming! I ordered two iced biscoff lattes with whole milk, a side of milk, and five beignets with chocolate hazelnut filling. When I noticed he had used oat milk instead of whole, he immediately offered to remake both drinks. I told him not to worry about it -- honestly, the lattes were SO good it didn't even matter! But what happened next truly blew me away: he told me my entire order was on him for the mix-up. I insisted on paying but he wouldn't hear of it, and on top of that, he wanted to give my daughter a muffin too. I was speechless. That kind of genuine, above-and-beyond hospitality is so rare. The biscoff latte is an absolute must (even with oat milk), it was incredible. And the beignets with chocolate hazelnut filling? Do not skip them. The setup itself is charming! A cute picnic table alongside the mobile shop, fresh flowers nearby at the gas station, and just an all-around wonderful vibe. This man runs his business with so much heart. We will absolutely be back. Highly, highly recommend! read more
6 days ago
OUTSTANDING. Owner is sooooo kind, and makes delicious food and drinks. The acai bowl is delicious without being too sweet and he helped me customize the Nutella latte so that I'd absolutely love it,.which I did. Strong rich coffee and the Nutella made it so yummy without being too sweet also. Highly recommend stopping by! Even if there's a wait, it's worth it because he and the other customers are always a good chat. :) read more
19 days ago
Came with my friend who is a regular today not expecting to have such an amazing experience. I left with a new favorite latte the cinnamon honey I believe is the owners signature he told me he loves this drink which normally comes with about three shots which is great for a coffee lover. I went with two just to be on the safer side and it still tasted like coffee just how I like it ! It was phenomenal it's rare to fine coffee places who not only have unique flavors but good quality. I wanna thank the owner for being so kind to me I always have so many questions and am so indecisive when it comes to choosing my coffee but he was so helpful and made sure I tried my coffee before I left to ensure I left satisfied. Shout out to him I hope his business does exception and expands in the future. Also thanks for the free coffee lol will be back soon king you're the goat read more
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:) read more
22 days ago
Wow... this place was so good. My husband got the pistachio rose and I got the biscotti. We loved both. Definitely a place to come back to. When it's busy plan on a wait but worth the wait. read more
14 days ago
The coffee and service was amazing. I'd have to say the best coffee I have ever had, so smooth! Badr welcomed me with a kind smile and really put love into his presentation. I will be back!!! Thank you for such a great experience! read more
3 months ago
Located in the back of the gas station parking lot. The owner makes all the drinks by himself and in very slow and careful methods. The drinks are delicious, even just a regular cup of coffee. I got their Biscoff latte with oat milk and loved the flavor of it plus the coffee itself. It was worth the wait. read more
7 months ago
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Badr I.
Thank you so much for this beautiful review. It truly means a lot to…
4 months ago
What a cute little local coffee truck located in the VP Racing Mart lot. They had regular coffee and signature drinks, pastries, and açaí bowls. The service was friendly and they gave us complimentary dark chocolates. They also had a little seating area beside the truck with sidewalk chalk. Definitely stop by to start off your day!! read more
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. read more
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Badr I.
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15 days ago
Fantastic coffee and it's such a lovely extra touch to give a chocolate or a biscoff cookie with the drinks. My boyfriend didn't share his chocolate with me so the barista gave me extra chocolates :-) read more
10 months ago
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!! read more
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Badr I.
I really appreciate the feedback and support, thank you so much for…
22 days ago
14 days ago
Worth the wait! Most incredible coffee I have ever had & I am a coffee snob! Took my bestie who was in town visiting & now it's one of the highlights of her trip to beautiful San Diego! Thank you Badr for your personal touch in creating the perfect masterpiece!!! read more
6 months ago
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 :) read more
5 months ago
Great service, super sweet and friendly! Croissant sandwich was HUGE haha very well worth the price. Coffee was good! Found this spot on TikTok and don't regret checking it out. Mango smoothie was great as well read more
8 months ago
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. read more
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Badr I.
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1 month ago
such a cute little coffee truck!! both workers were so nice, giving recommendations and making sure i liked my drink which was really good. definitely would come again to support a local small business read more
2 months ago
9 months ago
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! read more
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Badr I.
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Amazing drinks, amazing service, and the cutest dog that hangs around! You can tell the owner truly cares about the quality of his drinks. read more
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8 months ago
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. read more
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Badr I.
Thank you so much for the beautiful review! I’m really happy you…
5 months ago
I had gotten the biscoff latte here and out of all the coffee places I have been to, this is my absolute favorite. The owner is a very kind man and ensures that the coffee is made to your liking. read more
4 months ago
Biscoff latte was a little on the sweet side but still really good ! Strawberry smoothie was great. read more
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. read more
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2 months ago
Incredibly delicious!!! I got a Spanish latte , 1 man holding it down such great customer service and efficiency read more
7 months ago
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. read more
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2 months ago
My latte was excellent, and the owner was so sweet and welcoming! He even gave my dog a pup cup, which was a thoughtful touch. I'm officially a bigger fan of this coffee than the surrounding shops. They have a good variety of flavors and the coffee itself is smooth, rich, and well-balanced. Def my new go-to coffee spot! read more
1 year ago
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. read more
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My friend suggested going here before walking the bay today, and I'm so glad she did. Our coffees were delicious, flavorful, and so refreshing on this hot day. Coco (pup) enjoyed her pup cup as well! Great service and we genuinely felt like the coffee was made with love! Definitely worth a stop if you're in crown point :) read more
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1 year ago
I haven't found a good latte in a while, many around town are just overpriced and watery. I'm happy I finally stopped at Cafe Matinal. I hear they get pretty busy but I stopped a little before 8am and it wasn't. The cinnamon and honey latte is delicious, very flavorful and I can taste the coffee! Reasonable pricing as well. Very friendly service and a cute dog to play fetch with as a bonus. read more
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Badr I.
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3 months ago
Owner is very attentive and kind and you know he puts his whole soul into the drinks! He also gives you chocolates while you wait which is always nice. Drinks are always good and strong which makes it my favorite morning stop. Pics are from different times I've visited. read more
26 days ago
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3804 Ingraham St
San Diego, CA 92109
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