AN EXPERIENCE TO REMEMBER Lofty Coffee is perched on a hill…read moreat the edge of Encinitas, overlooking Highway 101 as it winds past sweeping views of the Pacific on its way toward Del Mar and Torrey Pines. SLOW DOWN AND BREATHE It's the kind of place that naturally slows you down--an easy morning or afternoon refuge where expertly brewed coffee, refreshing drinks, and thoughtfully made treats invite you to linger. FEED YOUR SWEET TOOTH The glass case greets you like a siren song, filled with organic and indulgent pastries whose aromas are as irresistible as the sandy beach stretching just across the street. FUEL YOUR BODY And it's not all sweets. Lofty also serves hearty, satisfying food that actually fills you up and delivers on flavor for more discerning tastes. FEEL THE COASTAL VIBE You'll find yourself among locals and travelers alike--many of whom wish they lived here, in the kind of coastal town that Lofty helps make feel like home. And, Parking and service are above average for the area.

Recently diagnosed with a life-changing deal, I'm suddenly That Person looking for food that meets…read moremy restrictions. I do my best to find places that have menu items in place that work already. In this case, I was visiting the area briefly and spotted this local favorite. Great find! Kick-ass staff working their butts off to get food out fast and to order, decent seating, good food and coffee that was a treat! I started across the street at this venue's roasting house because their locale looked nicer, more spacious, further from the road, but their breakfast menu is different. Rather than asking for special treatment there, I walked across the street to the corner café. The only change-up I had to make was swapping out bread for GF. No problem whatsoever. Was going to read, but locals were friendly and social, fine by me. Learned about the area over breakfast, got a little peaceful reading in over the last of my coffee, and now I'm off to adventure as recommended by locals I met here. Though they weren't chatty (No shade! Fine! They're at work!), I can't commend the staff here enough. Tip well. Tip often.

Les plats sont d'une qualité et d'une fraicheur irréprochables…read more Quant à la pâtisserie c'est clairement du haut de gamme. Le moindre détail est pensé pour le confort visuel et gustatif du consommateur. Je recommande sans retenue.

This French patisserie and breakfast place is amazing.. we had been to this place multiple times…read moreand tried the meringue, the different patisseries, amazing!!.. but the breakfast is even more heavenly.. the frittata omelette is a pure delight.. I normally add smoked salmon as extra protein to it.. the goat cheese is so velvety.. to finish it off, coffee French style The ambiance is also very bakery style.. love the Paul Hollywood British bake show episodes being played regularly on the nice size screen in the background.. also the water is served in bormiolli rocco textured water glasses..

Staff was very pleasant and the coffee was amazing! Highly recommend!! The homemade macadamiasread more

Their coffee may be good but if you're looking to get a matcha unfortunately this is not the spot…read morefor that. You will get a matcha that tastes like the preference of milk you chose with a tint of green from the matcha. You will absolutely not taste the matcha or sweetener of choice unfortunately. The ratio of matcha to milk is completely off. I basically paid for a cup of oat milk.

Rich, bold, and insanely good. This Seven Seas Roasting is located in the art district of Solana…read moreBeach, which is a prime location for enjoying the coast with shopping & good eats. I ordered the Honey Cinnamon Latte (espresso, fresh honey, and cinnamon). 10/10 as this is well balanced with quality espresso. There are a few tables w/ chairs directly outside but ample places to sit and walk to within this district.

Iced Honey Lavender Latte now costs $7.50 ;( The barista…read moredid accommodate me when I asked for half sweet, and it was made very well. The drink itself is delicious, but not sure if I would come every week for this price (personally). Maybe just once in a while! The interior space got revamped so that the workers have more wiggle room, that was cool to see. I didn't see much else that changed though-- oh besides that and the prices. The week before, I ordered the $7.25 Iced Blood Orange Basil Latte (seasonal special). I was eager to try it because I do enjoy citrus notes with my coffee. But this one lacked the flavors I was hoping to taste. It was all too subtle for me. I wouldn't order it again, but it was nice to try. 4-5 stars! Overall, I've enjoyed my many visits to 7 Seas Roasting & been here through many changes. I do think the coffee drinks are pretty solid and would recommend checking out their seasonal specials when they have them. My top favorites would be: dark mocha raspberry, banana split latte, and the thin mint latte. If you ever see these on the menu, I highly recommend trying them! They have ample seating, outdoors only. The baristas are alll very kind too. It's a great place to spend your time at.

Loved stopping in while driving down the coast. We were…read morelucky enough to find parking on the street a little ways down. This place has seating everywhere, inside, outside, upstairs, downstairs... The menu is vast and baked goods a'plenty. I ordered the Vietnamese iced coffee and it's probably the best one I've ever had.. we also split one of their breakfast burritos and took a couple treats home for later. Service is quick and very attentive. Whoever makes your drink also takes your order. I loved this place and I wish it was closer.

I visited their location  in Encinitas today to meet a friend and unfortunately had a very…read moredisappointing experience. I ordered the Greek scramble, which comes with a bagel. When my food arrived, the bagel had visible mold on it. It was very concerning that this wasn't caught before being served. I brought it to the attention of the staff member who delivered the food. Instead of taking the plate back and replacing the meal, he simply removed the bagel from my plate and brought another one. Given the situation, I would have expected the entire dish to be remade. Additionally, the coffee mug I was given appeared dirty, which added to my concerns about overall cleanliness. I later felt sick and experienced symptoms consistent with food poisoning, possibly related to the meal. For the quality of food and service provided, the pricing felt unreasonably high. The overall experience did not reflect the cost. I'm really disappointed with the lack of quality control and how the situation was handled. I hope management takes food safety, cleanliness, and customer service more seriously moving forward.

Service is good with happy people. Coffee is good. Food is good. Ambience is unique. Not the most…read morecomfortable/cozy place to hang. But go there for the coffee anyway.

Riley had Great customer service, high energy and friendly . Overall great customer service and the…read morematcha was good. - A-A-Ron

Love Sip-N- Sea location. It has cool beach vibes. You will know the place when you see long line,…read morebut don't feel discouraged because it moves very fast. They have nice mural. Outdoor seating are available. There is no bathroom. We parked in the residential area. The menu includes; açai bowls, smoothies, latte, coffee, specialty lattes, gold brews, retail coffee,matcha, seasonal drinks, tea. In addition to their fresh bakery. We ordered; -Monkey business Matcha 5/5 It's coconut syrup and banana cold foam. The drink had unique taste, with adequate sweetness, rich flavor and creaminess. -Banana bread latte 5/5 Brown sugar, banana cream and foam, nutmeg and cinnamon. The drink was refreshing. The mixture of the creamy banana and the brown sugar gave the drink a unique and rich flavor -Coconut Caramel cookie 5/5 My goodness! That was indulgent, buttery,and had the perfect texture. -Banana Nutella muffins 5/5 The muffin was moist and rich in banana flavor then the center had rich and gooey chocolate. It was heavenly! The staff were very welcoming and genuinely warm. The service was really fast. Definitely, I will be back to try their açai bowls and order more drinks.

Stopped into Sip n Sea and tried a few things with mixed results--overall would recommend,…read moreespecially in the area. The açaí bowl alone is worth the visit. I ordered the Maple Gold Brew ( 1/2 sweet) and it was plenty sweet for my taste, so just a heads‑up if you like things more subtle. The chocolate coconut chip cookie was a skip for me--not bad, just not memorable. That said, the açaí bowl was phenomenal. The granola especially stood out--super crunchy, fresh, and honestly one of the best I've had. I'd definitely come back specifically for the bowl and would happily reorder that again.

When my friend with celiac invited me to have dinner at Nectarine Grove I wasn't really sure how I…read morewould feel about a fully gluten-free restaurant, but it certainly exceeded my expectations. To start, the employees here are so sweet! There are so many seating options inside, outside, and even an additional seating area in a more quiet and secluded room. I was a little nervous that the wheat alternatives would be bland or dry and hard, but everything was delicious! I ordered the Veggie Lovers pizza with vegan mozzarella and ricotta on a paleo crust. I was pleasantly surprised by how soft and flavorful the crust was! The vegan cheeses were also exceptional and the entire pizza was cooked perfectly. The tortillas that they use for the tacos are good as well. Whether you are gluten-free, vegan, trying to eat healthier, or simply accompanying a friend, Nectarine Grove has something for everyone!

I came in on a Sunday and the line has been nonstop while eating. I ordered for takeout since I…read moreknow I can never finish it in one sitting. Great service still Great food WiFi available Plug available Indoor and outdoor seating Bathroom 2 Parking in front Parking along the highway available 10/10 recommend!

OMG. I SCREWED UP IN MY ORDERING. BB made it right at no charge. WOW. what a place. I ll be back…read morebut next time make sure I order it correctly. Thanks BB

Better Buzz is my absolute favorite coffee shop, and this is my favorite location. When I first…read morestarted coming here, the Hazelnut Divinity was my go to order. I liked how sweet it was, but now I prefer getting it half sweet. The signature drink is the Best Drink Ever. It is an Americano made with their house vanilla power, which gets mixed in with the espresso shots. It makes the drink creamier, but it still feels lighter than a latte. Over the past year, they have been rolling out a ton of different flavored cold foams. My personal favorited was a blue berry cold foam, but they had a coconut cold foam that tasted light summer. Lately I've been getting the Caramel Best Drink Ever. If it's your first time here, you can't go wrong with it. Better Buzz also has some solid food options. I like Better Breakfast Sandwich and it comes on a pretzel bun. If I am getting food, I almost always order the OG Açaí Bowl. It's great after a long run or a hot day at the beach. Sign up for the rewards program because you will be coming back :)

A local popular coffee shop in Encinitas. I saw their name mentioned on the Waverly Restaurant…read moremenu. Might seem like a small unsuspecting place that serves coffee but if you take a closer look you will see that they roast their own beans in the back and the espresso equipment they use is top tier (La Marzocco). Super friendly and helpful staff especially Giana. Coffee is amazing and much better than other places on the same street and elsewhere. Had an oat milk cappuccino and also tried their turmeric and ginger drink. I saw that a lot of their ingredients are made in house. This is definitely a place that's more about the coffee and the community vibe.

I was so eager to have my rose latte that I forgot to take a pic but this spot was awesome! Open…read morespace with some patio tables outside for sidewalk seating and very dog friendly. There is usually a line to the door for ordering. I loved that they had a local vendor serving bagels and pastries on a Sunday