Convenience is a 5 since it's close, but quality and price is a 2. A large and a regular coffee are virtually the same since the large is never filled up all the way (proved this after multiple attempts) so tip here is always get the regular size and save the .50 cents. The girls working there are always very nice and helpful, although I've ordered an iced coffee twice now and received a hot coffee. But I'll be back to try the rest of the food! (Acai bowls are very basic as well. 2/5) read more

Draft Coffee - Example, regular coffee and large coffee. Filled to the same level!! Basically paying the the bigger cup. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

This place was a cute little walk up coffee shop right in the beach. They do not have a big menu but the coffee was good. Had a iced vanilla latte with oat milk and I was pretty happy with it. Best part is that it's on the beautiful beach. Brought a couple chairs and we took our coffee to the sand. Set up chairs and chatted away with friends. Best coffee date ever. Everyone did a great job social distancing in the actual beach. Not so much in the shop / coffee stand area. Staff was friendly, attentive, and wearing mask. read more

thank you very much Miguel! you did an awesome job even though you didn't have anyone else helping you, on a busy weekend.

Customer service is lacking. Coffee was a bit milky for my ice Carmel latte. They have some outdoor seating as well

Order the coffee, you won't be disappointed. I got both an iced caramel latte and a hot chai tea latte. The chai is just powder, but the coffee was really bold and full of flavor. You can smell it wafting out of the building, i honestly don't know why we didn't order two coffees. read more

A coffee and pastries shop located right next to the beach and there is a sushi place upstairs. The coffee was ok. read more

Very expensive and rude workers. Went there with my cousins and when we asked for extra syrup for a drink that was too bitter, and they responded with a lot of attitude. read more

I'm a good and fair yelper, check my ratings. However, I have been here four times in 5 days. Each time the young ladies serving coffee have been not very kind or good at their work. Someone needs to step up and help this place- cause I've a feeling they could be getting 3x the business with good employees. Maybe they don't pay them well, I dunno what's up here. Update: the workers use sarcastic and almost argumentative tones with customers, not just me. They seem to want to treat customers like a nuisance. The whole time I feel like I'm an imposition. Curt and abrupt actions and responses. Also they've gotten my order incorrect 2/4 times. Not a happy place. Now the chairs outside are amazing and fun for watching people. The place could be a hit! read more

Had the best white Mocha, made by the friendliest barista! Thank you so much Miranda! She was the sweetest! It was perfect! Will definitely be back again next time I am in town! read more

My friends and I would come here after surfing to get a hot coffee to warm up. We will not ever again due to the terrible service and attitude of the staff. Rude and unhappy staff equals unhappy customers. The location is the only thing keeping any customers. Anyone can walk a little further down the boardwalk and get a coffee served with a smile, not a scowl. read more

Our neighborhood coffee shop on Mission Boulevard and San Gabriel closed so now all of us locals are going to the Draft coffee shop. Great setting, a few tables outside, problem is there's a myriad of girls making the drinks. Today, the 14th, a girl made our cappuccinos and there was no foam, so it was a latte! So my husband told her that it should be 1/3 coffee 1/3 milk and 1/3 foam at which point she started arguing with him! she said she couldn't put any more foam! Said the milk was too warm, well, whose fault is that ?! in other words she didn't know how to make a cappuccino! And arguing with a customer, yikes ! read more

Very good coffee and delicious baked treats next to the beach. staff was friendly and quick. I will return as many times I can for my morning coffee. read more

random stubbled onto this place in mission beach. Located at Belmont park. Conveniently under Cannonball attached to Draft. This coffee place offered amazing and professional service. My "dirty" chai tea was made to perfection. That staff were clearly very knowledgeable and helpful in satisfying my order. Definitely recommend and will return. read more

Cost $1 for a clear plastic cup of tap water. Just thought that was pretty ridiculous. I questioned the barista to make sure as I thought it was ludicrous to charge a dollar for a plastic cup. I guess the owners care more about that profit margin than letting my 5 year old daughter have a cup of tap water. Other than that it would be a great spot for coffee and pastries if they cared more about the basics for their customers. read more

Draft Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

This is my favorite coffee go to place in mission beach. Iced latte was really good. Top three for coffee shops in San diego. Their pastries were delicious too. Highly recommend checking this place out. read more

Draft Coffee - Iced Caramel Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Loved these girls over at Draft. My Latte had really good flavor, not too sugary or bitter. Can tell they use quality ingredients. The location is also super cool, right next to the ocean, sunset was beautiful last night. read more

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If Samantha is there, your order is for sure being made incorrectly, or she will mix up your drinks at the window. It's not ok to have the drinks mixed up for those who are lactose-intolerant... Customer service is trash. read more

Horrid service. Three girls working there have faces like they're being held against their will. Rolling their eyes at customers and having zero enthusiasm while working at a coffee shop on the beach. Thanks for starting so many visitors' morning off with a look of disgust and unhappiness. read more

Bad customer service and mid overpriced coffee. Honestly just get Starbucks or Better Buzz.

Had the pleasure of discovering this place while on my morning walk with my sister earlier this week and I ordered two açaí bowls consisting fresh strawberries bananas blueberries and coconut and it was very fresh and delicious with that we had coffee and it was perfect for the cold weather..Customer service was awesome as well.. I definitely recommend this place if you're taking a stroll with your boyfriend or a girlfriend definitely worth it.. read more

Draft Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

The two girls that were working today at 9:30 am were very rude. When ordering they forgot one of my drinks. An older lady had her drink wrong and one of the female workers were ignoring her then started to talk back with an attitude when the older lady was asking to fix her drink. The other female worker then said OUT LOUD!! WHAT THE FUCK IS WRONG WITH PEOPLE TODAY! I was here for the week and everyday I came they were very rude. I don't recommend this place. read more

Horrible service, and on several different occasion. All the girls working here have such an attitude. When you order anything they give such an attitude like it's an inconvenience for them. Girl, if you don't like taking orders why on earth are you working at a coffee shop????!!!! On the boardwalk at that, a very touristy spot. Whoever is the owner or manager of this place really needs to fire all these employees and get new ones who are actually welcoming and pleasant. It baffles me that people are so miserable at their job but continue to work there. Don't ruin other peoples day because you have to work there. It's not our fault. read more

We have been here twice on this trip and it was wonderful. Breakfast burrito and avocado toast were fantastic. Iced coffee this afternoon was very good. The two girls working were doing a great job even with how busy it was. We will be back next year. read more

Work ethic is extremely frustrating. standing in front of the line 5 mins just to order then to find out the barista doesn't make the food so she could have put the order in the went back to talking to herself and I gotta wait 15 more minutes for it. Unless you have enough time, and your not absolutely starving the food is GREAT. Potato wedges and the bacon sandwich so worth it never tasted a better duo since yogurt and granola. read more

The baristas at draft coffee are awesome and Samantha makes my drink perfectly everytime! Thanks Samantha!

we stayed near Mission Beach for a week and found Draft Coffee after eating dinner our first night at Draft (which was great BTW also). The service was great-one of the Baristas was there 3 days in a row when we came up to the window. On the fourth go-round, when we went to order, she asked-do you want the usual? The coffee was good and we got breakfast here just about every morning --no complaints at all. And a view of the beach and the Pacific Ocean while you eat and drink--what could be better? Thank heaven for something that isn't Starbucks-Keep up the good work! read more

Came here for a quick coffee break while on a walk. The workers were stuck up and gave the biggest attitude. When I asked if my coffee was among the drinks, the workers looked at me and abruptly turned around ignoring my question. read more

Wow! What Rude customer service. Went here for a few drinks and also purchased a cinnamon bun. I asked for one cup of ice and the clerk said they were not allowed to give out cups of ice. I offered to pay for a cup of ice and she said no. After seeing a few orders after mine, I noticed they have drinks (other than coffee) in plastic to go cups with ice. What is the difference? If I'm purchasing 2 can drinks to sip at their tables. I asked again after noticing other people's drinks come out and the female red head at the window stated " we aren't allowed to give out cups of ice or water". I stated I wasn't asking for water just a cup to drink my $10 canned drink in. She said technically the can is to-go unless we are sitting at one of their tables which I was. She could use an attitude adjustment. Just sayin. Sorry not, sorry you are working on a holiday. She should be happy she still has a job. Happy 4th! read more

The service here was horrible. I took my nieces here hoping to have some good coffee and a good time. Unfortunately the workers were extremely rude and unprofessional. If they make your drink wrong they will not fix it. read more

I love coffee, and I am picky when it come to my espresso. So I wasn't too impressed by my Americano. Too weak and not that hot. Attendant was friendly. read more

Excellent coffee! The baristas are amazing and efficient. Some of the best coffee in San Diego. Their kombucha on tap is the best by far.

I love this place.. I come here after my morning walks. The girls are super friendly, sweet, and know my order. Today I got the banana bread, and my usual mocha. Amazing as always. I only get coffee at 3 different places with Draft coffee being one of them. The espresso doesn't taste burnt, and the girls always steam the milk just perfect. I definitely recommend them! read more

Draft Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Really disappointed in this place. Hardly ever go out due to the pandemic but my hubby and I were craving some good coffee because we are tired of the homemade Nescafé. Stopped by today at Draft Coffee and were happy it wasn't too crowded. We ordered a Vanilla Latte, a Mocha Latte, Blueberry Muffin, Tuna Melt and Grilled Cheese. Girl at the counter was pleasant and helpful. We sat down and waited...and waited...and waited. My husband realized there were two coffees at the window but no name was called, nor the type of coffee. He then went up to the window and asked the girl making coffee if that was our coffee, to which she looked right at him and ignored him...until the girl at register answered him. That was the first red flag. Then I tasted my coffee and it just tasted funny and not good. However, my husband enjoyed his Mocha Latte. Then, we finally got our food, got home and realized my blueberry muffin was missing. Nail on the coffin was, there was bacon on the Tuna Melt, which we specifically asked what was in it and were not told of this. (My husband doesn't eat pork). I didn't see any signs either specifying what ingredients were in the food either. All in all, bad experience and won't be back. read more

Thank you Claudia for the excellent coffee and great service. Can't wait to come back.

I'm really happy I stopped by here during a windy and cold day at the beach. I was cold and Claudia was nice enough to recommend her favorite drink to me. White mocha with cinnamon. It's delicious. Thank you Claudia for you kindness and recommendation! read more

I stayed in SD for a week and picked up my coffee every morning at Draft and walked on the beach. The girls who helped me there are sweethearts. Claudia came up with a cinnamon espresso I really enjoyed as well. I'd come back there every time again! read more

Terrible customer service. I just bought a cup of coffee. The coffee was way to hot and I asked for a cup of ice . They refused and was being difficult. Also there banana bread was nasty. Will not return and would not recommend . read more

I only live down the street, so I'm a frequent customer. This review is for how nasty the two employees were to me and my kids today. I was walking by the shop when my 2 year old said she was very thirsty, I simply asked the girl for a cup of water for my daughter, since the shop was right there and there was no line.. she told me they do not give out water to people, in a rude condescending tone. Are you joking? I spent $50 on breakfast at this place just 4 days ago, and today I asked for a simple cup of water for a thirsty child and was told no. I was going to buy a drink if she said nicely water is for paying customers, but to be talked to like that and then not given water for a TWO YEAR OLD.. unreal! Will NEVER return to this place! This restaurant should be EMBARRASSED and ashamed at how those snotty girls treat people. Memo to management, hire new girls! The girls working this afternoon (3/8/20) are making your business look terrible read more

If you ever watched the coffee snobs video from funny or die then my experience was just that. The girl saw us when we were ready to order for about three minutes which felt like ten. My wife ordered a macchiato and she said it's not like a Starbucks one in a snobby way and we are quite aware what it is and not a Starbucks style macchiato. Would not come back here because of the service. read more

Iced Coffee is literally ice water with a hint of color. I don't think I would come back since it's pricy for just black coffee only.