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A hidden gem. It looks really non descriptive from the outside but once inside it's got a unique warm vibe. Had the chicken empanada and iced latte. Empanada was hot, fresh, meaty, and delicious. My latte was delicious and strong even with the ice melted in this 90 degree heat and a good amount of milk. Kept me caffeinated all day! Menu is somewhat limited but it's nice they take pride in making what they do best. They use Lofty beans too.
Not only does this place make great coffee, they offer some great baked goods and pastries. I had a very well made cortado properly served on a glass gibraltar and a large sourdough almond biscotti. Like I said, the cortado was great. It was rich in coffee flavor and smooth to drink. The almond biscotti was crunchy and quite tasty. I just had to dip it into my cortado a few times. They offer some seating inside and a few tables outside. They also offer empanadas from Empanada Kitchen based in San Diego and smoothies. The hospitality was very good. They were quite busy yet able to keep the friendly service and efficiency going.
Ferlini Coffee is the latest to open shop. Located on Pearl St., easy to spot as there's always a line of people a few doors away for tacos or bagels and street parking can be a challenge. First time stepping foot inside this smallish cafe, which made the best of limited space with nicely decorated interior: banquet style seats and marble top cafe tables. Scintillating ball of ornate glass lighting is bellisimo but had sloppy exposed wiring. Walls of vinyl records while cool background music but didn't play anything Italian classics as one would expect from an Italian themed cafe. Additionally, the cool theme is diminished as soon as you see people a few feet away sloppily eating their burger and fries, since there is no wall separating the burger shop from this cafe. The counter had a case of empanadas that looked not so fresh as it was under a heating lamp :( The pastries did not look appealing either. The drink menu looked promising and I ordered their signature drink: Tiramisu latte iced. The only staffer was non conversational but was efficient as he prepared the drink. This iced Tiramisu latte looked better than it tasted. In fact, the truth of the matter is it was a complete disappointment: lacked the strong espresso I expected and had zero tiramisu flavor. All that brown powder on top had zero taste of chocolate and was too much that one could choke on it :(( I told the staff about this horrible drink and he was clueless, possibly didn't even understanding English. He should have offered to make a new drink or add a shot of espresso but no such offer. I was livid, what a waste of time and $$. Despite this nicely decorated cafe, their signature tiramisu latte was so flavorless and weak that will probably make this my first and last time here...Ultimo, Ciao!!
For a while, this downtown La Jolla suite was solely occupied by a vendor selling empanadas. You can still purchase such savory pastries, however the business is now Ferlini Coffee. There were very limited parking spaces out front so the best bet was to find a curbside spot on a side street. A few small round tables were placed in front a cushioned bench for seating. Hot and cold drinks (e.g. smoothies), pastries, cookies, and other desserts were on the menu in addition to empanadas that were on display inside a heated case at the service counter. Not all six empanada types were available during my visit. I selected the Beef, Chicken, and Sweet Corn & Basil for my order along with a Strawberry Smoothie. The worker (owner?) was kind enough to include a complimentary Chocolate Chip Walnut cookie. The empanadas were of decent size, and the best of the trio was the Sweet Corn & Basil. Maybe because it had a sweeter filling than the two meaty varieties. The smoothie was typical while the cookie was soft and chewy. I enjoyed my experience at Ferlini Coffee to give it a four star rating.
Once I saw their menu included the salted brown butter oat milk latte I had to see if it tasted like the New York trendy one. It was delicious! I would totally come back for this one drink, so sweet and salty! They unfortunately ran out of basically all of their pastries except the banana bread once we got there at 1pm but the bread was good! The empanada had a great filling too. I thunk my only note is the place is small and I feel like the vibes could be more dark, maybe with low lighting or stained glass windows. I wish it was almost tucked away because I am getting lowfi record bar. Also parking is limited since it's in downtown La Jolla.
Stopped by for a quick caffeine fix and cashier was friendly. I saw alcohol on the shelves and she mentioned they are not yet serving that, but will be coming soon. I got an Americano and it was $2 for an extra shot... yikes. Has potential to be a good coffee shop but I'll skip it, not for me. They have a small parking lot, wouldn't go out of my way to have coffee here.
Coffee was one of the best I've had in La Jolla! Must stop if you're in the area. The owner was so friendly and accommodating. I think it always says a lot when the owner is there and is hands on. Loved the whole feel of the space. I will definitely be back!
This cute coffee shop is close to the ocean! They have great customer service and really strong coffee. My husband and I tried the expresso, the Turkish coffee, and the Tiramisu latte. The expresso and Turkish coffee had strong, very bold flavors. The tiramisu latte had great flavor and wasn't overly sweet. Really really delicious. I also ordered a strawberry croissant, which was very good. I definitely recommend stopping by for pastries, coffee, and friendly service. They have seating inside and out. Ample street parking nearby.
Busy, dirty and the customer service left me wondering why they were so rude. I ordered two tiramisu lattes and a salted brown butter latte but the brown butter was undrinkable. It was so bitter and disgusting I couldn't drink it. The aesthetics are cool though if you're into that. Parking is also trash. If you're from out of town like me I'd skip this place.
Tried their tiramisu latte and really enjoyed it. It was rich, smooth, and definitely worth trying. The prices are a bit on the higher side, but I'd still come back to explore more of their drinks menu. The coffee shop itself is super cute and cozy with a great atmosphere. Parking can be a little tricky, but there is street parking available nearby.
Very interesting selection definitely very photo Worthy they have really interesting Nostalgia walls records Etc plenty of seating areas and they are related to the burger store next door definitely a must stop when you're in the area
Walked by Ferlini while in the area and stopped in since I had never seen it. First thing I noticed was how cute they have decorated their little space. Beautiful vibe with very nice carpentry work; someone has a good eye for design there. I ordered a matcha from a very nice gentleman, who I believe was the owner and he also gave me a glass of coconut water free of charge too. My friends got a latte and the strawberry banana smoothie which were all very tasty. Then, the owner brought us this pastry, it was such a kind gesture since we had been talking about how cute they were since we arrived. Beautiful place with a good vibe and great owners who care about creating an amazing cafe. Highly recommend you give them a try and check out their amazing pastries too!
Super cute place, I love the decoration and I love the music. The location was also super convenient for a coffee + lunch. I got the salted brown butter latte with oat milk, super yummy! A great in the middle of sweet with a good taste of that coffee flavorrrrr. The cold foam was also good, but they literally put maybe 2 dollops of it in your drink My friend got the tiramisu, they liked it but it was too sweet for me... almost artificial tasting? read more
4 months ago
4 months ago
Solid coffee spot. The vanilla latte was good. The tiramisu latte was unique and had this interesting flavor that didn't love. But it was still yummy! I would love to come back to try one of their many pastries. They looked soooo good. Next time! read more
A hidden gem. It looks really non descriptive from the outside but once inside it's got a unique warm vibe. Had the chicken empanada and iced latte. Empanada was hot, fresh, meaty, and delicious. My latte was delicious and strong even with the ice melted in this 90 degree heat and a good amount of milk. Kept me caffeinated all day! Menu is somewhat limited but it's nice they take pride in making what they do best. They use Lofty beans too. read more
Not only does this place make great coffee, they offer some great baked goods and pastries. I had a very well made cortado properly served on a glass gibraltar and a large sourdough almond biscotti. Like I said, the cortado was great. It was rich in coffee flavor and smooth to drink. The almond biscotti was crunchy and quite tasty. I just had to dip it into my cortado a few times. They offer some seating inside and a few tables outside. They also offer empanadas from Empanada Kitchen based in San Diego and smoothies. The hospitality was very good. They were quite busy yet able to keep the friendly service and efficiency going. read more
Ferlini Coffee is the latest to open shop. Located on Pearl St., easy to spot as there's always a line of people a few doors away for tacos or bagels and street parking can be a challenge. First time stepping foot inside this smallish cafe, which made the best of limited space with nicely decorated interior: banquet style seats and marble top cafe tables. Scintillating ball of ornate glass lighting is bellisimo but had sloppy exposed wiring. Walls of vinyl records while cool background music but didn't play anything Italian classics as one would expect from an Italian themed cafe. Additionally, the cool theme is diminished as soon as you see people a few feet away sloppily eating their burger and fries, since there is no wall separating the burger shop from this cafe. The counter had a case of empanadas that looked not so fresh as it was under a heating lamp :( The pastries did not look appealing either. The drink menu looked promising and I ordered their signature drink: Tiramisu latte iced. The only staffer was non conversational but was efficient as he prepared the drink. This iced Tiramisu latte looked better than it tasted. In fact, the truth of the matter is it was a complete disappointment: lacked the strong espresso I expected and had zero tiramisu flavor. All that brown powder on top had zero taste of chocolate and was too much that one could choke on it :(( I told the staff about this horrible drink and he was clueless, possibly didn't even understanding English. He should have offered to make a new drink or add a shot of espresso but no such offer. I was livid, what a waste of time and $$. Despite this nicely decorated cafe, their signature tiramisu latte was so flavorless and weak that will probably make this my first and last time here...Ultimo, Ciao!! read more
For a while, this downtown La Jolla suite was solely occupied by a vendor selling empanadas. You can still purchase such savory pastries, however the business is now Ferlini Coffee. There were very limited parking spaces out front so the best bet was to find a curbside spot on a side street. A few small round tables were placed in front a cushioned bench for seating. Hot and cold drinks (e.g. smoothies), pastries, cookies, and other desserts were on the menu in addition to empanadas that were on display inside a heated case at the service counter. Not all six empanada types were available during my visit. I selected the Beef, Chicken, and Sweet Corn & Basil for my order along with a Strawberry Smoothie. The worker (owner?) was kind enough to include a complimentary Chocolate Chip Walnut cookie. The empanadas were of decent size, and the best of the trio was the Sweet Corn & Basil. Maybe because it had a sweeter filling than the two meaty varieties. The smoothie was typical while the cookie was soft and chewy. I enjoyed my experience at Ferlini Coffee to give it a four star rating. read more
3 months ago
Once I saw their menu included the salted brown butter oat milk latte I had to see if it tasted like the New York trendy one. It was delicious! I would totally come back for this one drink, so sweet and salty! They unfortunately ran out of basically all of their pastries except the banana bread once we got there at 1pm but the bread was good! The empanada had a great filling too. I thunk my only note is the place is small and I feel like the vibes could be more dark, maybe with low lighting or stained glass windows. I wish it was almost tucked away because I am getting lowfi record bar. Also parking is limited since it's in downtown La Jolla. read more
3 months ago
Stopped by for a quick caffeine fix and cashier was friendly. I saw alcohol on the shelves and she mentioned they are not yet serving that, but will be coming soon. I got an Americano and it was $2 for an extra shot... yikes. Has potential to be a good coffee shop but I'll skip it, not for me. They have a small parking lot, wouldn't go out of my way to have coffee here. read more
25 days ago
Coffee was one of the best I've had in La Jolla! Must stop if you're in the area. The owner was so friendly and accommodating. I think it always says a lot when the owner is there and is hands on. Loved the whole feel of the space. I will definitely be back! read more
This cute coffee shop is close to the ocean! They have great customer service and really strong coffee. My husband and I tried the expresso, the Turkish coffee, and the Tiramisu latte. The expresso and Turkish coffee had strong, very bold flavors. The tiramisu latte had great flavor and wasn't overly sweet. Really really delicious. I also ordered a strawberry croissant, which was very good. I definitely recommend stopping by for pastries, coffee, and friendly service. They have seating inside and out. Ample street parking nearby. read more
1 month ago
Busy, dirty and the customer service left me wondering why they were so rude. I ordered two tiramisu lattes and a salted brown butter latte but the brown butter was undrinkable. It was so bitter and disgusting I couldn't drink it. The aesthetics are cool though if you're into that. Parking is also trash. If you're from out of town like me I'd skip this place. read more
Tried their tiramisu latte and really enjoyed it. It was rich, smooth, and definitely worth trying. The prices are a bit on the higher side, but I'd still come back to explore more of their drinks menu. The coffee shop itself is super cute and cozy with a great atmosphere. Parking can be a little tricky, but there is street parking available nearby. read more
Very interesting selection definitely very photo Worthy they have really interesting Nostalgia walls records Etc plenty of seating areas and they are related to the burger store next door definitely a must stop when you're in the area read more
6 hours ago
Overpriced. matches were tiny i doubt they were 16oz like stated on the menu. Matches were nearly 9 dollars. read more
6 months ago
Walked by Ferlini while in the area and stopped in since I had never seen it. First thing I noticed was how cute they have decorated their little space. Beautiful vibe with very nice carpentry work; someone has a good eye for design there. I ordered a matcha from a very nice gentleman, who I believe was the owner and he also gave me a glass of coconut water free of charge too. My friends got a latte and the strawberry banana smoothie which were all very tasty. Then, the owner brought us this pastry, it was such a kind gesture since we had been talking about how cute they were since we arrived. Beautiful place with a good vibe and great owners who care about creating an amazing cafe. Highly recommend you give them a try and check out their amazing pastries too! read more
21 days ago
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I really wanted to love this place but the inside is sooooo small. Everyone is awkwardly standing around waiting for drinks and it's connected to a burger place. Wouldn't come again sadly it feels hectic and matcha was ok read more
4 months ago
The cafe is small, but the drinks are amazing. I live the decor the service and coffee. They also have some empanadas from a local vendor which is great. read more
4 months ago
Beautiful ambiance and delicious coffee. The interior gives a modern, cozy vibe that is great for a good hang out after a day at the beach, or just meeting up with friends. To add onto the experience, the staff and owner are incredibly kind. I highly recommend. read more
2 months ago
5 months ago
Cute little coffee spot! Our drinks were delicious, the tiramisu latte and strawberry matcha were made to perfection ! We ordered a yummy strawberry croissant, which was still light and not overly sweet just perfect balance. The owner was very sweet and made sure everything was made to our liking! This place is a hidden gem for sure! read more
2 months ago
Everything is great! Ambiance, customer service, coffee! I got the Salted Carmel Late after asking the owner, Sam, what drink he recommends. He was so sweet and asked my preferences, once he learned what I normally drink he customized the drink and it was the best coffee I've had all week!!! I also tried the Espresso Tonic, and would definitely recommend trying it at least once! I loved it, and I'd never heard about it before since I've never seen it on any other menu. read more
6 months ago
Very nice small cafe connected to the 858 burger restaurant next door. The barista was nice and quick, and poured the syrup and espresso/matcha into the lattes in front of us, very fancy and fun! He also added dried grapefruit garnish which was a nice touch. Lack of chairs and bathroom inside. read more
4 months ago
I am so glad we tried this new coffee shop in La Jolla! Definitely some of the best coffee in the area. The service is amazing and the owner and staff are so kind and friendly. The salted brown butter oat milk latte is well balanced and creamy. They finish all of the drinks in front of you, adding a unique experience. The strawberry puree that they use is so fresh (not artificial at all). While the shop is small and attached to another restaurant, the space is decorated so elegantly that you barely notice. read more
5 months ago
Stumbled upon this gem on Pearl St and I'm so glad I did. The coffee was rich and well-crafted, the service was warm and attentive, and the ambiance had that perfect cozy-but-stylish vibe. Highly recommend if you're around San Diego! read more
6 months ago
We had the tirimisu latte, beef empanada, and banana bread croissant ~ everything was absolutely delicious and so close to all the la jolla staples read more
5 months ago
I ordered a caramel macchiato, extra sweet and the barista made it to perfection! The pastry line up was also very impressive. I'll definitely be back any time I'm in town! read more
3 months ago
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6 months ago
I got a strawberry matcha with vanilla sweetener and it was so good they whisked it right in front of me. The staff behind the counter were both really nice (I believe they were the owners?) when I was taking long to order. I would definitely go back to try some of their other menu items. They had empanadas, cookies, different lattes and matcha! read more
1 month ago
5 months ago
I tried the tiramisu latte with oat milk and an extra shot of espresso, and it was delicious and very well made. It was the perfect coffee for Mother's Day. The coffee was balanced, smooth, and flavorful. The interior was beautiful and had a welcoming atmosphere. I would definitely come back to try other drinks and menu items. read more
3 months ago
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5 months ago
I ordered the salted brown butter oat latte and it is SO divine, it's not too sweet and the saltiness adds a really nice flavor! The service was very friendly and homely, I felt like I was in a small cafe in Europe. While this cafe is slightly easy to overlook, it exceeded my expectations and I can't wait to come back! read more
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613 Pearl St
San Diego, CA 92037
La Jolla
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