Stopped by El Encanto for the first time and I have to say the service and the food is very…read moredelicious The coffee is amazing and the restaurant is very cute. Sad to see them leave IB.

The Mazapán Latte is absolutely delicious! The bear on top is the cutest thing I've ever seen and…read moreexperienced. My parents first took me to Encanto for my birthday breakfast in 2025, ever since then me and my mom have came back every Friday for brunch, we made so many memories with the very nice employees, they are all very attentive and funny and attentive, I love them all and will miss them all at this location.

Katy's Cafe is a good spot for breakfast! The Picahna steak…read moresandwich is off the chain, yall. Get it. The chipotle is not too overpowering and there's a generous portion of meat in there. I loved every bite! Coffee is also delicious. Service is a little funny, you can hear the chef singing from the kitchen. But hey, that adds to the ambience! [this review was written in connection with a Toast promotion]

I was disappointed with my recent visit. I asked what meats were available for sandwiches listing…read moretwo meats. I was told the choices, and that I could choose two different meats if I wanted. When I saw my total for sandwich and latte, I said it seemed a little high. The cashier looked at the menu boards and said it was "pretty close". I was in my happy place so I just went along. Got my digital receipt where I saw a $1.50 upcharge for two different meats. I didn't go back inside to dispute it, but was annoyed. Then I tasted the sandwich. Overripe avocado, eggs overcooked and dry, and very salty, cheap tasting turkey lunch meat. I expected better for a $15 breakfast sandwich. My hot latte was just warm. I had happily started out on a walk and thought to myself, let me give Katy's some love... I regretted that choice. Their cinnamon rolls are very good, I'll stick to those.

Such a cute hidden gem in Imperial Beach. It almost looks like a house, so it's easy to miss. It's…read morenestled between the VA center and the El Tapatio Restaurant. Parking is a bit rough since it's street parking only, but it's totally worth it. The outdoor patio is surrounded by lush greenery, making it feel cozy and tucked away. They have a good variety of both Mexican and American breakfast options, along with a lunch menu. Their coffee selection looked delicious, and we opted for the Horchata Latte and the Lavender Latte. The Horchata was a bit too sweet for my liking, but my friend LOVED it. I really enjoyed my Lavender Latte. She ordered the Florentine Egg Benedict and I had the chilaquiles. She said they were the best egg benedict she's ever had because they're served on focaccia bread. I really enjoyed my chilaquiles, especially the tangy salsa. The potatoes were crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and full of flavor. The service was good. Our server was attentive, checked on us throughout our meal, kept our water glasses full. It's a charming little brunch spot that is worth checking out if you are in IB.

I recently coordinated an incredible family wedding reception here at Cafe Arandas with catering…read morefrom El tapatio (their sister business). Their team was so easy to communicate with and went above and beyond to make the day special. The cafe is already so cute, minimal decor was needed. Their team had everything organized & ready to go and that the staff and catering was top tier. I was so impressed! It is the perfect event space for a small-med sized gathering. I highly recommend renting the cafe as an event space for baby or bridal showers or small receptions their team will hook it up and make your day extra special! Great coffee too!!

This was the absolute best brunch I've ever had. We collectively got the gluten-free French toast,…read morea breakfast bowl, and their house-made gluten-free bagel, and it was divine. We also took home some baked goods. It's so hard to find gluten-free French toast and baked goods that are actually good, and these were UNBELIEVABLE. You would never guess they were gluten-free. The vibe was cute and laid back and the service incredible. Despite the fact that it was very busy, the food came out really quickly. I will absolutely head back down to IB just to come here again. 10/10 recommend.

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!

Our family wanted try a new spot in our community, yelped this place and figured let's drive out…read more Well it didn't disappoint. On the outside you may miss it. Inside was very cute with decor very vibrant. We had the combo plate; Birria omelet, chilaquiles, potato, with refried beans and a side French toast. My husband got the chilaquiles, corn tamale, refried beans, eggs. My son had the carne asada plate, daughter had chilaquiles plate and my 7yr old had the kids breakfast. We all enjoyed our beverages; maya Chai, Hibiscus Aqua Fresca, tropical , and OJ. We were all extremely pleased with the flavor, quality, and quantity. The order to table was timely and the waiter was attentive and accommodating and patient (I switched up my order 3x.. I had a hard time choosing) We definitely will put this on our rotating breakfast spot to enjoy after a nice Sunday Service.

We were the first customers, arrived at 9am on a Sunday morning, and were served quickly, and the…read morefood came out fast and hot, even though I've seen comments that the service is slow, especially when they bring the food to the table. At first, there's only one lady greeting customers, her name: DULCE, showing them to their tables, and taking orders, and I only saw one young man in the kitchen. So we were lucky. By 9:37 am the restaurant was full but more employees came to work here. But the food was delicious, and the service was excellent and friendly. Prices start from 16 and up. It's good to me. I enjoyed a lot. We will return.

Fast service amazing food! Have been coming down here from north county for last couple years worth…read morethe drive every time.

First time here. Everything was great! Friendly service, clean, good food. Try the tatemada and the…read morebanana water Coffee is also really good.

I was recently in the Imperial Beach area and stopped by Trident Coffee. I went with the breakfast…read moreburrito which was made with a Gluten Free Tortilla, eggs, sausage, cheese, hash browns, garlic, and onion. It was absolutely delicious. I really appreciated how the ingredients were chopped up really small. They also had chipotle mayo available on the side but I did not try that. For the coffee, I went with a decaf salted caramel mocha iced cold brew with oat milk, 15/10. So good. The service was great, the gals working at the register were so nice. In addition, the place was very clean. My total for the two items, including tax was $23.67. If I'm ever in the area again, I'll definitely be stopping by.

I started coming here more often since they are now on Classpass. Everytime I'm greeted by Xavier…read morewho is a wonderful barista and gives incredible customer service. Being a regular at a coffee shop fits the small town beach vibe and I feel so honored! Also the coffee is great too :)

*Casual ambience *cozy…read more *tasty! This little breakfast spot has such a warm, home-style vibe with a cute outdoor seating area that feels relaxed and inviting. The customer service was great -- everyone was friendly and attentive. I ordered the chilaquiles poblanos and they were bomb! A generous portion (almost too big for me), but full of flavor. My mom had the chipotle omelette, and she really enjoyed it too. The food overall was delicious. I did get a matcha that was a bit clumpy, but when I mentioned it while paying, they immediately took the drink and tried to fix it -- super thoughtful and appreciated! One small thing to note: there were a few flies around, which was a bit annoying. Hopefully they can add fly fans or something similar to help with that. Aside from that, it's a lovely little spot with great food and warm service. I'll definitely be back!

I just have to share my experience at Rose d'Amour Café because it truly deserves some love! From…read morethe moment I walked in, the atmosphere felt calm, cozy, and full of charm. You can tell a lot of care goes into every detail--from the beautiful décor to the welcoming smiles from the staff. The food was so delicious! The chilaquiles were perfectly done--crispy, flavorful, and comforting--and the molletes were very tasty and fresh. I also tried their crepes, and wow, you can tell everything is made with care and quality ingredients. The guy who served us was incredibly friendly, personable, and attentive, which made the whole experience even better. It's rare to find such great service paired with such good food and coffee! And just to be clear--this is not a paid or sponsored review, just an honest shoutout from someone who truly enjoyed the experience. If you're looking for a café that blends good vibes, delicious food, and genuine hospitality, Rose d'Amour Café is absolutely worth a visit.

This place was VERY good! My husband and I absolutely loved their burgers and fries. We didn't try…read morethe milkshake because we aren't really milkshake people but we ARE burger people. I always say that a burger needs to stand out from other "traditional" burger places, and the ingredient that stood out to me the most was the pickles. The pickles were most definitely house-pickled, and they had such a good kick to the burger! We loved them. After our first bite, my husband and I looked at each other because we immediately noticed that the pickles were different. Then we took our second bite, and it was just a great explosion of flavor in your mouth. We were actually the second customers there, so our burgers were made fresh right after we ordered. The guy working was by himself at the time, taking orders and making the food, so I definitely recommend being patient if you visit when they're short-staffed. Someone came in after us and was told there would be about a 30-minute wait, and I honestly completely understood. He was doing everything himself! We also talked about going back to try their onion rings and maybe even giving their milkshake a shot. Our drink of choice this time was a Michelada, and they use Clamato, which was a HUGE plus for me. I personally can't stand Michis made with Bloody Mary mix. This one was tasty and paired perfectly with our burgers. Overall, we had a really good experience and a delicious meal. If you're coming to Swagyu, I recommend bringing a little patience and optimism. You're getting fresh food, and it's worth the wait!

Food: 7/10 burgers Service: 0/10 It seems like they only had…read more1 worker for a friday night for the entire restaurant front and back. He had a horrible attitude I could totally understand being left alone and being upset about it. What I dont understand is making customers feel not welcomed, making them feel like a bother and arguing with us over uncooked fries. He was super snarky and I empathize to an extent but dang, we just wanted good food not to bother. I really see this as a management/owner issue more than a reflection of the worker but still left a bad taste for a first visit. Ambiance: I mean its clean. But I'll be ordering to go if we decide to try this place again.

So good! Had the chunky chorizo hash and chilaquiles verde…read more I've ordered food for delivery a number of times before but this was my first time eating in person. Still a little earlier during the morning so we were seated immediately. Super friendly and attentive service the whole time!

finally got to try this place. Instagram brought us here lol. While waiting for our car to get…read morefixed, we decided to have a family brunch here. Lots of options to choose from. I was torn between the tortuga ninja and the breakfast mexipino. Decided to go with the mexipino sandwich and the ube pancake. Ube pancake - served on a pizza plate. Wow factor lol. The pancake was good, however i felt it could have used a macapuno syrup or something coconutty to complement the ube. The drizzle they put on it was good and i asked for extra and it boosted the flavor. This can probably feed 4-5 people depending on how hungry you are. Mexipino sandwich - this was good enough to split. I loved the savory and sweetness and saltiness. All the flavors complimented one another and i did a happy food dance. Calamansi mint drink - it was just ok for me. Reminds me of the calamansi drink from the pouches and they just added mint. It was too sweet for me so i probably wouldn't order again. It's not a big spot but they do have a lot of seating. The staff on duty were really nice. I want to come back to try the tortuga ninja sandwich. They do have high chairs for the little ones. Unsure of the restroom since we didnt use it. Plenty of free parking since this is in a strip mall.