Captain&#x27;s Grounds Coffee

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I'm back!! Happy to report I had a way better experience compared to last time. Staff recommended popular menu items and they looked pretty well staffed today. It's been a great morning with great vibes. I'm trying out the banana blended chai and it's absolutely delicious. Definitely my favorite. read more

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Classic cold brew and bacon egg and cheese biscuit. Both were good, not like wow yum but not bad. Staff work efficiently and churn out orders. Outdoor area but right by the street so noise from traffic is right there if you wanted to study or whatever. read more

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Mster M.

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Cool place, with cool vibes.. vintage store and small coffee shop as well. It's connected. Friendly service . All kinds of vintage clothes . Interesting things to look at. The price point seems a little higher. It is in a beach community. read more

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Maria D.

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Staff is super welcoming & I'm currently obsessed with their dirty chai! Love stopping here first on my thrift days!! read more

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Danya R.

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I absolutely loved this coffee shop! The barista was super kind and came over to talk to us and the drinks were delicious. Plus there's a vintage shop inside and a Photo Booth! read more

Captain's Grounds Coffee - Iced Caramel Latte & Iced Matcha Latte with cold foam - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Oceanside, California

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Chantelle H.

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I tried the blended banana chai for the first time and it was amazing. This was my first time here, and the whole experience was great. My family and I even got to enjoy the photo booth while waiting for our drinks -- such a cute touch! There's also a thrift store attached, which makes the visit even more fun and unique. Staff had a great recommendation. read more

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Robin P.

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Great coffee, reasonable price. $6.25 for a 16oz iced latte with almond milk - some places are charging upwards of $9 in this area! The baristas are always friendly and have dog treats (which my dog appreciates). Heads up, it will be busy on weekends, get there before 9am to avoid long lines. read more

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Alicia J.

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We come here every weekend! Their staff is kind, plenty of tables to eat and drink. We enjoy the black coffee, and also enjoyed the banana smoothie! They have Captains Helm a cute thrift shop and store next door for fun browsing. The protein bar is delicious too. read more

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Shelby M.

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Arrived on saturday at 7:30am, no line, got a large iced dirty chai with whole milk, incredible! Looks like they have a vintage store attached or right next door but it didnt seem to be open yet. Cant wait to go back & check that out. read more

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Siria F.

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I ordered the acai bowl and it was delicious! There can be a long line at times but service was quick. Although when I was next to order, I wasn't greeted or acknowledged until they finished giving out the order they were working on, then I was approached. But I guess that's why the service was quick. I would definitely order the acai bowl again and next time I'll have to try their coffee. read more

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Kelly S.

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Friendly staff Food is fast, hot and loved the decaf. For Ambiance walk to the beach :) read more

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Natalie R.

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Overall, a cute little coffee shop that you can walk right up to from the sidewalk. The menu is pretty small so it's pretty straightforward on what to choose from. We went on a Saturday morning, so it was a little busy and our coffee smoothie and bagel took about 10 minutes to be ready. They call you by the name to let you know it's ready and you can pick it up inside on their counter. Their smoothies don't have milk. They use apple juice! Pretty delicious and not badly priced for the area. They also have a store connected to the coffee shop. read more

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Danielle G.

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This is the best local owned coffee shop around! They have amazing avocado toast, breakfast sandwiches and of course my favorite iced matcha with almond milk and honey. Grab your stuff to go, or you can eat outside and enjoy the fresh air! The service is always amazing and it's awesome supporting a local small business! read more

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KayAnna S.

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Definitely an easy location to order from! The staff is friendly too! Waits never seem too long to make an order and even waiting for food/drinks is only a few minutes. They have plenty of different coffee options and a decent amount of food options. I absolutely love the Mexican mocha, either iced or hot! Their blended chais are also other delicious options. There is a decent amount of seating outside and the same parking situation as revolution roasters. Street parking is the easiest option. read more

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Erika Q.

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Delicious turkey sausage breakfast sandwich! We'll be back on our next trip to the area.

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Bryan A.

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They have yummy affordable sandwiches! Same quality as Communal but half the price. Fun outdoor seating options as well. Inside is shared space with a vintage clothing store. Staff were friendly and playful. read more

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Paylyn A.

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Wasn't familiar with this coffee shop, only here for the week on a beach house vacation. Glad I chose this spot! Got a decaf Iced almond milk latte and added a little honey and cinnamon, which was delicious! Loved the taste of the decaf espresso. Girl at the register was sweet. I also got a plain bagel with cream cheese, which was good but needed a lot less cream cheese. I had to open up the bagel and remove more than half the cream cheese. :( (maybe I'm just pregnant and being extra picky) Would definitely recommend this place. read more

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Sarah D.

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I sometimes work in the area on Saturdays and this is my go to spot for a coffee and lunch! The pesto, egg, cheese and avocado breakfast sandwich is really good and would definitely recommend! read more

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Kevin S.

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Solid local spot in south Oceanside. I love walking up the window and ordering after a surf. Not my fav drip coffee but great service and a cool local vibe. Order an Americano instead of the drip. read more

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Coffee and food is always fantastic, my favorite local spot in Oceanside! I love how they do the large 20oz iced lattes that are always ice cold, never have the annoying partially warm effect. read more

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Dave K.

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Nice baristas, fine brewed coffee. Not special or exceptional, but really nice. Lots of outdoor tables to read or people watch. Down to earth read more

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Mackenzi L.

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Super cute store including a coffee shop. The thrift store buys clothes by appointment only. It looks a bit more exclusive than buffalo exchange so be prepared. We got an iced americano and it was spot on. The staff are friendly and welcoming. read more

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Tori M.

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im not a big coffee person But I believe this has to be the best coffee I've had. I got a white mocha holy crap ive been thinking about it for days. Also there egg bacon and cheese sandwich is absolutely amazing. 10/10 !!! read more

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Meta N.

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I'm loving this little coffee spot! They have better prices than the place next door for equally good coffee and food. Their lattes are delicious and they offer a variety of milks and add-ins. I also love their breakfast sandwiches and my partner enjoys the bagels with avocado, unfortunately I forgot to take a picture of that. The staff is friendly, though I will say the food and coffee takes a while to come out. That said, I come here far too often and I plan to continue doing so! read more

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Nathan L.

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I have been coming to this spot regularly for the past three years and it has been my cafe of refuge in Oceanside. It provides a lovely seating area in an area otherwise lacking much seating or gathering space. The staff are able to keep up with massive customer demand and the drinks and food are consistently great. I love the variety of their menu offering. My go to is an iced dirty chai, which is sweet and spiced along with a turkey and egg breakfast sandwich. Highly recommend this spot if you are looking for an authentic, local North County cafe with charm. read more

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Melody B.

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A cheaper latte but not the best coffee! It can't compete with its neighbor coffee shop! Nice baristas! read more

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BeachBaby C.

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Friendly service. Quick. Delicious mocha latte. My daughter LOVED her sweetened matcha! We'll be back when in Oceanside.

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Victoria G.

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good cold brew, fresh bagels, nice place to catch up with friends. there's a cute photo booth and store too ! read more

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Elle N.

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I really like the good vibrations at the coffee spot. It offers a unique outside kiosk for those walking by just to pick up coffee to go and an inside bar for guests to linger. This has been here for years and I am surprised it took me so long to get here, as local business owners that I respect have told me, it's the best on the street. I ordered a hot mocha to go and it was good. Attached to the coffee cart/coffeehouse concept is the retail store with new/handmade and vintage finds. You can tell they really focus on what will sell, both new and used. It is very thoughtful. I'm a beret fan! Go for the nautical theme, beach side city vibe with local support. Just keep 6 feet apart, which was just put into place when I visited at the beginning of quarantine. I want to see these local companies make it and will continue to be a patron to keep things going on my end. #CaptainsGrounds #QuarantinePickUp #CaptainsHelm #ShopLocal read more

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Sheila M.

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I live in OC and I always make sure to drop by here every time I drive up to SD. I am absolutely in LOVE with their blended banana chai! It's smooth and refreshing at the same time. read more

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Matt S.

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Great coffee! Great ambience! Great staff! I have tried their neighbor and it was "meh" at best. I highly recommend Captain's! I am in Oceanside 5-6 times a year and I highly recommend! read more

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Lizzi M.

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Driving through Oceanside and this is the PLACE. Kind people, great coffee. AND nice to our kiddo.

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Miriam G.

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My favorite chai and açaí bowls in town !!! Staff is polite and are great behind bar. My drinks always have the same consistent taste. They also have alternative non dairy milk:) read more

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Benjamin F.

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Service and coffee were good, but this is is the bacon and egg sandwich I got...that smudge in the center is the "bacon." read more

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Vin T.

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SIP IN THE GROUNDS Isn't it rich? Are we a pair? Me here at last at 'The Grounds' You in mid air Sip in the grounds Isn't it bliss? Don't you approve? One who keeps sipping around One who can't move Where are the grounds? Sip in the grounds Just when I'd stopped Opening doors Finally knowing The one that I wanted was yours Making my entrance again With my usual flair Sure of the lines No one is there Don't you love foam? My fault, I fear I thought that you'd want what I want Sorry, my dear But where are the grounds? There ought to be grounds Quick, sip in the grounds What a surprise Who could foresee I'd come to feel about you What you'd felt about me? Why only now when I see That you're sipping away? What a surprise What a cliche Isn't it rich? Isn't it queer? Losing my timing this late In my career? And where are the grounds? Quick, sip in the grounds Savor it, while here Pro tip: 'The Grounds': what an extraordinary "coffee-sips and chill" hangout. A definite change-of-pace from next door's Revolution Roasters. Varied coffee menu, pastries, great service... this place is really grounded. read more

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Super cute place to get coffee, sit with friends outside, and even shop for some cool vintage clothing. Service was super nice and the coffee is good! They also have military discount read more

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Lulu P.

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The girls there were not nice, they just stared at us and didn't even say hello or anything. When they did say something to us they just ignored us and had attitude it was not the vibe. The coffee is good but with the service and everything id rather go somewhere else. read more

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More info about Captain's Grounds Coffee

1832 S Coast Hwy
Oceanside, CA 92054
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(760) 522-4271
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http://www.captainsgroundscoffee.com

Hours

What time does Captain's Grounds Coffee open?

Captain's Grounds Coffee opens at 6:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Captain's Grounds Coffee close?

Captain's Grounds Coffee closes at 6:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Captain's Grounds Coffee take Bitcoin?

No, Captain's Grounds Coffee does not take Bitcoin.

Does Captain's Grounds Coffee take credit cards?

Yes, Captain's Grounds Coffee takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Captain's Grounds Coffee have catering options?

No, Captain's Grounds Coffee does not have catering options.

Indoor Amenities

Does Captain's Grounds Coffee allow dogs?

Yes, Captain's Grounds Coffee allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Captain's Grounds Coffee have bike parking?

Yes, Captain's Grounds Coffee has bike parking.

Does Captain's Grounds Coffee have outdoor seating?

Yes, Captain's Grounds Coffee has outdoor seating options.

Does Captain's Grounds Coffee have parking?

Yes, Captain's Grounds Coffee has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Captain's Grounds Coffee wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Captain's Grounds Coffee is wheelchair accessible.

Does Captain's Grounds Coffee have free WiFi?

Yes, Captain's Grounds Coffee has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Locally owned and operated coffee bar serving some of the best coffee around! Coffee roasted just a block away, always fresh and delicious. We love serving our community with a friendly cup, fun place to hang and shop!

History

Established in 2013.

Family owned and operated business by local neighborhood people.

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I don't know why I was so hesitant to try this place but after 15 minutes of hunting on Yelp I decided to just try it. I'm so glad I did! The vibes of this little place are so great all around. Jen was so nice from the start, I told her it was my first time there & she let me know I can ask any questions. You can tell she really cares about her customers because she was making genuine conversation and being really nice! I've only had one drink here but so far it's bombbbb.com. Dirty chai latte is so good!! Definitely coming again, can't wait to show my gf our new coffee spot;D read more

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10 years ago

Delicious coffee, and the staff is nice also. Love the atmosphere. with coffee that is delicious!

Shay M.

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6

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8 years ago

Best dirty chai, and baristas are friendly. Love this mom and pop shop

Ashley S.

27

68

4

9 years ago

Good coffee and amazing toasts!

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