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    Cow-A-Bunga

    4.3 (223 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Coconut pineapple
    Anna C.

    Ordered the coconut pineapple. Super fresh and refreshing flavor! It was very coconut-y, which I liked. I also enjoyed the addition of the coconut shreds. The pineapple flavor was definitely overpowered by the coconut flavor though. Location is super nice and convenient. The store is really small and allows only one customer in at a time.

    Mango smoothie, acai bowl
    Lynn W.

    Came to this place after a beach day and was supposed to order after my friend, but there was some guy who was in such a rush to get his order in. The girl who was working there was so patient and dealt with the situation really well. I ended up ordering a mango smoothie and my friend ordered an acai bowl. The smoothie was a bit watered down and there wasn't much flavor but tbh I don't mind it that way. The acai bowl was really good though! Overall the space is pretty small but there are seats right outside.

    Ice chai is must
    Kelly H.

    Amazing place to get a sweet treat by the pier service is quick and friendly I got my nieces some ice cream and myself a iced chai

    Alycia A.

    This ice cream shop is tiny and is in the perfect location- right near the pier & steps away from the beach. They don't have a lot of ice cream flavors but what they have is perfect! The ice cream is delicious. Young lady at the register was not friendly but will return if in the area since my kiddo loves ice cream.

    Happy customers!
    Joey W.

    Came here with my family on a Saturday for the first time and so glad we did. The location is amazing and the ice cream is fantastic and very affordable. The staff working were helpful to my girls and let them sample a few of the flavors. This is such a gem in imperial beach and will be one of our new favs when we come to the beach

    ows the outside of a coffee shop
    Bradly P.

    Cow-A-Bunga is located at the main entrance to the Imperial Beach pier. This place serves up coffee, ice cream, and shaved ice. They have tons of flavors to pick from and also seasonal flavors such as Pumpkin ice cream. After a long day at the beach soaking up that beautiful San Diego sun and cool breeze this place just sounded right. The logo is pretty unique and cool with a cow on a surf board and in one hand is coffee while the other hand is ice cream. The line was fairly long but moved pretty quick with a one in one out system. We were thinking about having some dippin dots ice cream but went ahead with the shaved ice. We were allowed 2 flavors so we went for Watermelon, and blue raspberry. Within minutes I was handed my shaved ice and was out the door to snap my beautiful picture. The prices were very reasonable and cheap for a ice cream shop located on the beach. The shaved ice was perfectly built and they didn't skimp out on the flavored syrup. Both flavors were great and we enjoyed the nice refreshment with scenic views of the beach and waves. Ill definitely come back to this place the next time I visit and maybe enjoy some nice iced coffee or tub ice cream. Thanks Cow-A-Bunga surfs up dude!

    Sarah D.

    Having a sweet tooth craving while near the beach and on the pier? Check out Cow-a-Bunga This ice cream shop is very small and limited access for social distancing. The amount of flavors available ranges well. The upkeep of the shop is meh. Could be better or more aesthetically pleasing and clean. As for the ice cream, they are huge portions. Definitely get a cup if you cannot eat the ice cream quick. It will get messy once it's melting on a cone option. The ice cream flavors we picked were very good. The guy who helped up was nice and helpful.

    Suz C.

    Always a good treat after we get tacos at Mike Hess and walk on the pier! We always get double scoops or banana splits. Cute spot that hits the spot!

    Hot mocha.
    Michael C.

    I ordered a hot mocha. Mask required for customers and staff. Nice staff asked customers to wait outside while drink is being made. Uses fresh espresso. Mocha not too sweet like starbucks. 5 stars for me.

    @food_explore_travel_adventure Located at the front of the IB pier.

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    The best ice cream in IB! So many great choices! We always get a single scoop waffle cone, but so many choices!

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    The absolute best homemade ice cream you will find anywhere! We have been coming here for years and will continue to for many more!

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    A really nice little coffee spot on Palm in Imperial Beach. Although the storefront is small, they…read morehave a really nice outdoor seating area that's filled with plants, and the coffee they serve is super smooth and flavorful. I ordered an Americano black, my benchmark for any new coffee spot I try, and it was clean, had a good body, and was pleasant from first sip to aftertaste. The staff are very welcoming and friendly, and the atmosphere of the shop is upbeat and feels community-oriented. I will definitely be back to try a latte and a refresher soon!

    If you've ever driven down Palm Ave and noticed the giant coffee cup building... yes, it's just as…read morecute in person The outdoor patio is such a vibe...lush plants, shaded seating, and a cozy, laid back feel that makes you want to hang out for a bit. I'm not even a coffee drinker, but I tried the iced mazapan latte with oatmilk and was pleasantly surprised, it was creamy, slightly sweet, and actually really good. I'd order it again! My husband got a cortado with 3 shots and said it was smooth, robust, not too bitter, and perfectly balanced. He gave it an 8/10. Big shoutout to Josh for being so patient and helping us decide what to order, seriously amazing customer service. And shoutout to Tommy for making our drinks perfectly! Super cute spot with great vibes and even better service. Definitely worth stopping by.

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    The Coffee Machine

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    The drinks here were fantastic! The coffee strength was perfect and the flavors were amazing but…read morenot overwhelming. You can adjust sweetness levels and combine flavors. Even after my ice melted, my drink was still holding up strong and flavorful. The baristas were great to talk to and very quick with getting the drinks out. We were in and out in under 10 minutes. The shop itself is cute, no bathrooms but there some benches to sit while you wait. Definitely not a study spot, but a great grab and go coffee place. Parking was easy although be wary of certain spots being reserved for different businesses. The drinks were affordable and it's great to have another cute coffee shop in the south Chula Vista area.

    Tried The Coffee Machine and overall it was just okay. I ordered a coconut Irish cream iced latte…read morewith oat milk, vanilla cloud foam, and caramel drizzle, flavor-wise, it was really good and hit that sweet, creamy vibe perfectly. The space itself is very minimal with not much going on inside, and it's located right across from the trolley. That said, I wasn't greeted when I walked in, which kind of set the tone. Customer service felt pretty meh, and with construction making the parking lot a bit of a hassle, it just didn't feel like the easiest stop. The liquor store owner was also standing outside checking where people were parking which felt a little bizarre being that there's not many parking spots. Glad I gave it a try, but probably wouldn't go back.

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    I tried their farmer's sandwich and chose a jalapeño cheddar bagel. On it was sausage, bacon, egg,…read morecream cheese and red onion, and it was awesome. The egg was perfect! They also have a young man who plays jazz piano there every Sunday, so the ambiance is pretty awesome along with the nice weather. Sometimes it can get windy so bring a sweater, but otherwise, it's usually a really nice day to hang out with friends and family. I also had a matcha ginger thyme latte with oat milk which was just tasty since ginger is a rare flavor in coffee drinks. I loved it, and it was so good that I took an extra one home. The service is amazing, and on busy days you may have to wait a bit, but it's worth it. If you have any questions about a dish, don't hesitate to ask!

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    4.9(16 reviews)
    3.3 miNestor

    This coffee shop has been opened for 4 months at its current location. It's in the parking lot of a…read moremercado (can't remember the name) but the owner used to operate out of her apartment.. hence the name. The menu options were simple, i don't know if making a concoction of flavors was possible but it didn't show. I like bitterness in my coffee and this had just a hint of it. We tried the mazapán and Mexican mocha, they were both good. Again, i prefer the stronger coffee flavor so for me it was subtle but still good. The flavor of mazapán was there but again, subtle. They were not overly sweet which I liked. We also tried a s'mores puerquito cookie which was also not overly sweet and good flavor. I will be back and ask if I could have my coffee made stronger, hopefully this helps! Our total for 2 coffees (hot and cold) and a puerquito was $14.50 Food/Coffee:**** Service:**** Ambiance:*

    Thank you so much ! What a caffeine saver! Just dropped off my parents at CBX and was about to head…read morehome when I realize traffic was at its peak. So I looked up a coffee shop. Of course all I found was Starbucks close by and I truly hate Starbucks for they're so acidic and I like more of the mom and Pop shop. Man did I hit the jackpot! Not only is the Coffee fantastic with some great original recipes but this bad ass coffee shop is women run out of her apartment "hence the name". Now I get to go sit in less traffic with a smile on my face and a warm cuppa Joe in my hand Of course I had to order two different recipes. I got the cinnamon dolce and the rosemary iced latte. They are both perfectly made with the perfect amount of coffee to sugar ratio. She also had milk alternatives for me, so I got both with oat milk! Not to mention her website was so professional, and easy to use. Thanks again I hope your business thrives! Can't wait to come back next time I need a good coffee close to CBX! PS I'm buying two rosemary iced lattes next time!

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    4.2(130 reviews)
    2.3 miNestor
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    Such a cutsie little gem! Came to El Encanto with my daughter and son and everything was delicious…read more My daughter and I both got the Chilaquiles Rojas with machaca, two over-medium eggs, and potatoes. You could tell the potatoes were never frozen, the tortillas were freshly fried, and the beans were on point. We shared a 1/2 order of pancakes and WOW... some of the fluffiest pancakes ever. They came with bacon and were honestly my favorite thing we ordered. My son got the French toast which was really good too -- maybe not as amazing as the pancakes, but I'd still order them again. (Of course I tasted everything .) My daughter's banana latte was scrumptious and perfectly balanced without tasting artificial. Overall, such a cozy hidden gem with fresh, flavorful food. Definitely coming back!

    This place actually looks bigger from the inside. I think it's cause of the way this sticks out of…read morethe side of the building. It looks like it might end where the corner is, but it extends all the way in. Note that it still fills up quick on the weekends. Very cute interior, coffee, cups, everything. The menu looks like graphic design was someone's passion, although I low key wonder if AI was used. The mazapan latte was a bit too creamy for me, but as someone that usually takes their coffee black, that's probably my fault for ordering something like that. The scrambled eggs were fluffy, and I like how they were mixed in. The cheese was a nice touch. Sometimes, I think refried beans + potato is too dry, but these beans were not as thick and the potato was also surprisingly soft and warm. It also came with some nice tortillas. Finally, a shout-out for this special hot sauce. It's deceptively hot for how sweet and syrupy it looks and feels. Quite tasty. I wouldn't mind purchasing a bottle of this.

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