Im so glad I stopped by and got to check this place out! Thank you fellow yelpers :) I got the horchata cold brew which was so good! It was strong and that horchata cold foam gave it the perfect cinnamon sweetness I was looking for. I also got the mocha. They grind up the chocolate they get from Mexico and use it to make this authentic mocha. I also got to taste a little of their Vietnamese coffee. It didn't taste like your typical viet coffee. It tasted more like a creamy coffee. It's pretty good! This is a cute little kiosk located in a gas station parking lot. The barista Jesse was the sweetest! She was so nice in helping me pick a few drinks to try. I'll be back to try some of the other drinks read more

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ESB Cafe is a family owned business opened in 2019. It is located in In-N-Out plaza, but next to Valero Gas station at the corner of Calle Magdalena. The menu includes many unique drinks. They also have delicious selection of pastries. The owner was very nice and helpful. We orderd Iced Caramel latte. The drink had silky texture with perfect balance of strong espresso and the caramel sweetness. We got many pastries. They were very fresh and pretty good. It is a lovely coffee Stand with an excellent coffee and great service read more

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My new go to! Super friendly people, super good coffee. ESB is a small kiosk located next to the gas station so don't miss it! I had the mazapan latte, which was super decadent, nutty, and on par with the familiar Mexican candy it's inspired by. The prices are great and beat your big corporation coffee shops by a mile. read more

ESB Cafe - mazapan latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Encinitas, California

Quality lattes and cold brews in a convenient and cozy little cart. I also recommend their sandwiches and pastries!

Coffee was delicious! We got the macadamia white chocolate cold brew and brown sugar cinnamon latte and they were both elite. Way better than drinks at other places in the area. Also, so cheap! Barista was very friendly and warm -- we will definitely come back. read more

Loved the coffee here! We also had a turkey bacon and a pastrami croissant and they were absolutely delicious. We stumbled upon this place while filling up on gas and decided to try it. We are from out of town but will definitely be coming here every time we visit the area! read more

The convenience of this coffee stop location was fabulous right off the freeway. The lattes were delicious and sandwiches toasted to perfection. read more

ESB Cafe - Coffee sign - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Encinitas, California

Wow! Such a warm delightful barista and owner. My daughter and stopped by on our way to the Beach. My daughter got the summer special coconut cream latte and throughly enjoyed it,I got their signature horchata latte iced and it was perfect not too sweet,very well balanced. read more

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$4 americano from a gas station coffee cart? I guess my expectations were high from other reviews, but I didn't think the drink was very smooth. Service was friendly and efficient. Unfortunately, there was a mentally ill person sitting right next to the cart raving about fentanyl. He wasn't violent, but the unpredictable situation was uncomfortable. Their latte flavors look fun, but I was there to get a sense of the quality of coffee and was disappointed. read more

Best coffee stand in San Diego! We've been going since they opened. The owners are so kind & friendly. They make their own flavors from scratch. Nothing is from a pre-made bottle & no chemicals are used. Once you try the perfected flavored lattes, you'll be hooked. read more

Iced honey oat cinnamon half sweet-so creamy and delicious! Definitely give them a try if in the area. I'm glad I did. FYI this is a coffee cart not a sit down place. Drink came out quickly and baristas were friendly. read more

Amazinggggg. At first you wouldn't always think a small little coffee cart by a gas station would have good coffee, but it's always the ones you least expect! First time trying a Matcha Lavender Latte, and it was perfect. I'm always afraid of specialty lattes being too sweet but it was just the right amount and flavorful. The banana nut bread was so moist and fresh! The lady said she makes them daily in the morning. You can tell they were baked with love. Haha Grabbed this drink and went on a walk along Moonlight State Beach that's like 5mins away. That's the best way to spend a Saturday morning; coffee here, then the beach. read more

ESB Cafe - Matcha Lavender Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Encinitas, California

I love this coffee spot! Typically I get their americanos, but today I branched out and had their Horchata Cold Brew and wow I've found my new favorite drink! It's pure goodness made with homemade horchata and added to their delicious cold brew. The perfect combination of pick me up and a little bit of sweet (but not too much!) Great customer service + great coffee! I will be back! read more

ESB Cafe - Horchata Cold Brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Encinitas, California

Are you kidding me? A coffee stand next to a gas station can have this good of coffee and more? Just goes to show that you can't judge a book by its cover. The homemade horchata latte was awesome and reasonably priced. They also make their baked good from scratch. Please check this place out asap. read more

Their espresso along with all drinks is unique in taste and much more and am in love !! Well priced for the portion and quality! Definitely my new & favorite coffee place to go when heading to work. read more

My boyfriend & I tried their horchata cold brew & matcha lavender & it was soo good! Lots of flavor, super refreshing & was the perfect amount of sweet! The owner was really friendly, we'll definitely be coming back! read more

Love this coffee stand. It looks a bit sketchy because it's next to the Valero gas station, but the coffee is very, very good, and Ariel is an awesome host. I walked away with my spirits lifted, even before the caffeine had hit! Parking can be a bit challenging, but it's really worth the effort. read more

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I ordered via Door Dash, I am truly glad I did... I got the ham & cheese croissant & the pastrami & cheese croissant for my guy. The croissants were nice an flaky (they look like the ones from Costco, which those are pretty tasty). The ham and pastrami actually travelled well and were warm and melty with the cheese. I also got an iced coffee that also travelled well, I enjoyed the 20 oz. drink and was inspired by other reviews to try the Horchata Iced Coffee (review said that it tasted authentically like Horchata). I highly recommend this place, it's simple but that's what makes it good because it doesn't have to be crazy fancy or trendy to be delicious. read more

adorable dad & son working the cafe - great price - lovely coffee. happy giving my money to this hard working family

My wife and I walk over to ESB all the time! Love the coffee and they are so nice! We will continue to be back week after week

The americano was really good and smooth. The croissant sandwich was amazing and you can tell that it was made fresh. I will definitely be going back a bunch. read more

Service was great and the coffee was amazing. I had the honey oat latte. Would come back!

Absolutely wonderful experience at this coffee kiosk! We needed a coffee pick-me-up while filling up for gas so this was a convenient location. Ordered an iced horchata latte with oat milk (they have a variety of milk alternatives) and an iced coffee. The barista was also very friendly! read more

ESB Cafe - Iced horchata latte with oat milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Encinitas, California

Best Horchata Latte! You can really taste the horchata flavor like homemade. My husband ordered the Iced horchata latte and he loved it! Perfect spot for coffee if you're in the area. They also have homemade banana bread! Very tasty! Will return!! read more

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awesome coffee and pastries. Great service and great pricing. highly recommend. super quick too. Love it.

A small coffee cart tucked into a corner of a gas station parking lot. I thought it was a little weird too. But wait, why is there always a line of people? I decided to finally stop and try it out and dammmmnnn!!! I totally get it. This is some good sh*t!! Horchata latte is pure fire he needs to patent that recipe. The banana bread is the best I've ever had. And on Fridays he has homemade breakfast burritos which are very good and a bargain meal on the go. read more

I'm almost reluctant to tell everyone how great ESB Cafe is. Just because we want to keep them for ourselves. The owners are two of the friendliest people you will ever run into. There always seems to be a familiar face there getting their caffeine fix. That alone speaks volumes for how loved this little stand is! So skip the Starbucks and give ESB a try. You won't be disappointed and you'll be supporting a local business and not some corporate juggernaut. read more

Tried this wonderful spot today and had the best iced vanilla dirty chai! The perfect balance of coffee, spice and sweetness. Not only was my drink amazing but the customer service was amazing. I will definitely be back here! read more

Got a cappuccino, a drip coffee, and a flat white. The drip coffee was too cool, around 130, and the cap and flat white (which are supposed to be 130) were at least 150. I pointed this out and got another, which was only 5 degrees cooler if at all. This goes past caramelizing the milk and burns it, completely ruining the flavor profile. You can hear it too, the milk drops in pitch and (in the case of a flat white) screams. I really hope you show this to your barista, it is essential knowledge. Delicate espresso drinks cannot be overheated. read more

I don't know if there is a better way to start off your day than a friendly conversation with Ariel and a horchata coffee... Love coming here when I am in town. Highly recommend the horchata latte!!! read more

Sweet little location with great espresso. It's just a little coffee cart off the highway but it feels like an oasis.

Yummy horchata cold brew. Highly recommend! You rarely find authentic horchata on this side of the border.

A must try! Both of the owners are really warm and attentive and everything is so delicious. I've tried the Mexican mocha, horchata latte, and coconut cream latte. All of them transported me to a magical world of creamy, coffee goodness! The coconut cream latte was my favorite because I'm a HUGE coconut fan! The flavor is super natural and nutty, not too sweet. read more

Excellent hot and cold beverages! This is a little gem right off the freeway. 5 stars every time.

I wish I found this coffee shop sooner. It's a small unassuming kiosk in the gas station parking lot that I've driven by many times and never noticed. Tried the horchata latte based off of the numerous recommendations and it did not disappoint! You can tell the owner cares about what shes serving and it shines through in their coffees and pastries. Can't wait to come back and try other items. read more

Such a great little stop!!! We saw it passing by from the road and were very happy we stopped. The owner was lovely and recommended the mexican mocha to us. He said he got the chocolate from mexico and it wasnt too sweet. It was perfect for me. I had it with oat milk and two extra shots! My husband did the same with his coconut latte. Quality coffee. Thank you sir! read more

Try the Horchata Cold Brew!!! They make the horchata the way it is supposed to be made. With oats and rice and a little bit of milk. NO SYRUPS or artificial flavors. Love this place can't wait to go back. read more

This little cafe has more than you would expect! The homemade banana bread was amazing! They make their own chai too! I also had a matcha latte and was asked if I wanted it sweetened with lavender or vanilla. I had never tried lavender, but it was recommended and was beyond delicious! I wish I lived closer! I would go there often. read more

We just moved here and my wife was in search for a good coffee location. She keeps it simple, just coffee with some sugar and cream. Starbucks are everywhere and she says they're terrible. I picked her up some coffee from here and she loves it. Fantastic coffee and a very nice small business that is worth supporting. read more

I am moving out of state and I am so BUMMED that I am just now finding out about this coffee stand! It is truly a locally owned gem. I am a cold brew snob and I absolutely loved their cold brew. Not only that, there's homemade banana bread! You can tell that there was a lot of heart put into this little hidden gem stand. Anytime I visit, I'll be giving Ariel my business. read more