From the moment you walk in the vibe is as easy going as you expect. Honey Lavender latte with oat milk (iced) is a must along with breakfast. Whatever you get it's going to be good. Avocado toast, pear strawberry salad, quiche, seasonal French toast.....you can't go wrong!! A wonderful little spot just a short skip from the beach. Don't hesitate just go!! read more

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Food was made to order and delicious. Honey lavender latte with almond milk was delicious. My only suggestion is please get coconut milk as another non dairy option, it's so much better than almond or oat ! The decor was so cute and inviting. I loved it !!! read more

Drift Cafe - I had the BLT - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Beach, California

Cute little cafe. Simple menu and seasonal items, which I like. I had the chaga coffee, which was delicious! The French toast was good. It's squished between other shops and there's indoor and outdoor seating. Parking isn't too hard to find, I had to park in the nearby residential area, which wasn't a hassle. The staff was very nice as well. It doesn't seem to be in a busy area, so sitting outside was an enjoyable experience. read more

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Work. Eat. Work in cafe vibes. Was visiting from out of town and found this little gem: perfect for working, getting a good cup of joe in a mug (free refills), and a nice and filling breakfast. Nice job San Diego! read more

Drift Cafe - Breakfast bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Beach, California

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I loved the breakfast sandwich! It's one large rectangular sandwich cut into two triangles so was enough for my friend and I too share. read more

Drift Cafe - Breakfast sandwich and Chico Bru - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Beach, California

Came to this cafe the other day and had a great experience. There is a 2 hr limit on wi-fi which isn't a big deal. I came back because I thought the music last time was awesome, staff was super kind. Today, I came in to find all the outlets zip tied so you can't use them & changed the wi-fi password... not a big deal but it's giving cheap/ kind of passive aggressive. I wouldn't write a review had the barista not realized I came in with a carry on suitcase and was traveling/ clearly taking a zoom meeting when I asked if they had any outlets that weren't zip tied shut. Instead of being understanding and service oriented just said "nah we don't". Kind of distasteful human to human & for a coffee shop experience. Coffee is good. Would not recommend working remotely because clearly they don't like that here... I love the idea of intentionality behind no screen cafes yet in a world where remote work is very prevalent... A sign of notice that it's a no screen cafe or remote work free environment would be helpful instead of zip tying shut outlets that have about 4 ports each that i was able to use the previous day prior :~} read more

One of my favorite coffee shops I have seen. Super cute. Friendly staff. Good wifi with a time limit which I understand since it is small. Bike parking. I didnt try the food but it all looked really good. Would go back! read more

I think I would actually give this place 3 1/2 stars if I could mainly due to it being a little pricy for what you get and I haven't been impressed with the cold brews I selected. The Pumpkin pie cold brew, and cold brew with hazelnut and oat milk did not have a strong enough coffee flavor. The first time I visited I had the açaí bowl with peanut butter and it was very tasty. The açaí is more like a sorbet rather than the thin, soupy stuff some places serve, so I appreciated that. On the 2nd visit I had avocado toast with a fried egg on top. It was good, but there was too much lemon flavor either in or on the avocado. Maybe it was to prevent it from turning brown, but if you cut the avocado to order that wouldn't be a problem. I enjoyed the crunchiness of the radish on top and the micro greens. The hubby had the breakfast sandwich sandwich both visits and enjoyed it both times. It's a bright, cheerful spot just around the corner from the beach so you can grab your food to go and hangout on the beach if you would like. read more

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Came in for coffee and breakfast and was not disappointed. I got the mocha and it was super super good. The service was excellent as well and everyone was super friendly! We got the breakfast plate and everyone was super happy with it! Awesome spot right by the beach! read more

SO good! Coffee and food was amazing. I got the vegan burrito and the Drift latte and it did not disappoint! Also the staff is so sweet! read more

Drift Cafe - The vegan breakfast burrito with carne asana added and the Drift iced latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Beach, California

I've been here 3 times and each time was a different experience, as the menu changes periodically (and the prices, I think?). I love where they've landed now -- I'm currently eating their Vegan Burrito (with a scrambled egg added) and I keep muttering to myself "This is so f'ng good." Also, their menu prices seem particularly reasonable now, which I really appreciate because PB restaurant prices are much higher post-pandemic. It's a chill vibe inside which is good for working. read more

Great coffee and friendly service. We stayed at a hotel nearby and enjoyed our daily visits. Will definitely be back next time we're in the area. read more

Coffee and atmosphere is great. The girl that works cashier is not!! She's never smiling, she's always so rude and makes you feel stupid when you ask questions. I've been here twice and both time she was that way. Definitely makes the experience in the morning less enjoyable... read more

Incredibly helpful and friendly staff!! We had a party of 6 adults, 2 young toddlers, and a dog; and called in advance to let them know we'll be a big group. Super kind and welcoming upon our arrival as well. Would high recommend this place to anyone visiting San Diego for the first time just like us. thanks! read more

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From out of town and glad we stopped in this cute cafe! Staff was very friendly and food was excellent. I had avocado toast which was delicious and my hubby had the quiche which came with a strawberry salad and he loved that. Definitely will come back. read more

Very cute coffee place- perfect for doing work or chatting w friends! You can tell their drinks have great quality coffee & their food is delicious. Savory and sweet options! read more

Cozy coffee shop with delicious coffees and food options. friendly baristas provided a warm welcome, nice start before hitting the surf! read more

Drift Cafe - Flat white delicious! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Beach, California

I'm not a vegan, but their vegan breakfast burrito is absolutely outstanding. Whole family got them three days in a row. Great coffee, too.

Sought this place out after staying the night in an Airbnb by the beach. Had the breakfast platter, complete with scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, fresh fruit and sourdough toast. Washed it down with a mixed berry smoothie. Everything was very tasty. Ambiance left a little to be desired, but typical of these types of places. They do get a high mark for the 80's background music however. Would likely return if in the area again. read more

BEST COFFEE SHOP IN PB. You have got to stop by for a coffee before your walk on the beach! Anything is amazing, my favorite coffee is their "Drift Latte," iced! read more

Drift Cafe - Gone Bananas - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Beach, California

Great food, service, and ambiance. Ate there 3 of our 4 days at the beach. The breakfast bowl is the best!

Such a cute little place that I stumbled upon. Love the boho chic decor. Very inviting. Excellent barista. read more

Drift Cafe - Inside seating - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Beach, California

We loved this little place. Stayed just around the corner and went here every morning for 4 days. There were plenty of options that looked good. We tried something new each day and were never disappointed. I wish I was a local, so I could back often. read more

Drift Cafe - The drift bowl and overnight oats with poached pear and dated. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Beach, California

Great healthy options and coffee. After a bunch of more decadent breakfasts, we wanted something upscale but simple with a bent towards the healthy. This place fit the bill! The inside is cute but it's also close to the beach so you can grab your food to go read more

Such a cute spot, everything we had was delicious - we ordered avo toast, açaí bowl and croissants. Their coffee is also very good.

Everything we had at Drift Cafe was amazing! The Drift latte was soo delicious and nicely flavored, the breakfast bowl was perfectly seasoned and the coconut quinoa bowl was the best way I've ever eaten quinoa. Everything was fresh and tasty! The decor is really cute and everyone was so friendly. They have some grab and go drinks and snacks too. It's a perfext spot by the beach with healthy and really good food! read more

Drift Cafe - Breakfast bowl, coconut quinoa bowl, & drift latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Beach, California

Excellent cold brew to start the morning. The chocolate banana muffin with gold glitter glaze is worth a try too.

The Drift latte is delicious. And the quiche is tasty and good quality as well. Very cool and cozy atmosphere. read more

Drift Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Beach, California

Love! Way less busy than other places filled with bachelor and bachelorette parties. Food 10/10. Coffee 10/10.

The vegan breakfast burrito is top shelf! Their cashew cheese is yummy, the green sauce is fire. Sometimes "healthy" food isn't very tasty, but this one is really good - nearly a crave-able. read more

Excellent Food, portion size and balance. Friendly service and clean environment. Great coffee btw.

If you live or visit San Diego, definitely go to Drift Cafe! On our spring break vacation, we went there everyday with our one year old. The employees and environment were super kid friendly and accommodating! Everything we ordered was delicious, our favorites were the breakfast sandwich, mushroom and spinach scramble, and the breakfast bowl. We also enjoyed the coffee, lattes, and smoothies. It would be my go to place if I lived in PB! read more

Really cute cafe with friendly staff, great food and amazing coffee! Within the space, there is even a little area where you can take photos. Great establishment which I wholeheartedly recommend for anyone staying near Mission boulevard. read more

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Absolutely amazing on all fronts. Food, service and ambience! My wife and I were on a little staycation in Pacific Beach and she found Drift Cafe. Great coffee and right next to the beach! We will def be visiting Drift every time we are in PB. read more

Stopped by for late breakfast. Nice location with a very clean / modern feel and nicely spaced seating. Love the plants!! Tried the breakfast burrito. Nothing special. Would have been nice to treat the carnitas to a grill top to get some of the meat a little "crispy". Also would have been nice to have some shredded potatoes inside and cilantro. Was also missing some form of acid (lime would be good). However with that being said, I loved that green chili sauce, which had good flavor and a touch of heat. Also tried the seasonal French toast (strawberries and Nutella). I'm not a huge Nutella fan, but the dish was still decent. The bread they used was different than other French toast I've had and it wasn't as eggy as I would have liked. But still a solid dish. read more

Excellent food and service!! Quiche is fireee. Staff was super nice. Going back for sure

Very good food and drinks and very good atmosphere. Very kind service and I would recommend this place! :)

Excellent cafe in PB. High quality coffee, great food, friendly service. Absolutely beautiful interior. Comfortable, leather bound chairs, charming, bright. You can tell the owners take pride in cleanliness, and creating a welcoming environment. Relaxing choice of music. Even the bathroom was pleasant and clean. Very impressed! Well done! read more

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Great coffee, great breakfast burrito, give it a shot. More words so they allow me to post.

The aesthetic here is amazing. My wife and I were in love with the plants, color scheme, and atmosphere. I'm a tea person and was thrilled when their green tea wasn't some Tun of the milk tea, but loose leaf tea instead. I had the avocado toast which was a touch too heavy on the lime but delicious nonetheless. Definitely recommend! read more

Drift Cafe - Table centerpiece - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Pacific Beach, California