Finjan Coffee Shop is an absolute treat. Arab cuisine and café culture are incredibly rich, warm, and full of character -- and Finjan does a beautiful job bringing that experience to life. You can immediately tell this is a place built by people who genuinely love what they do. Wonderful staff, incredible hospitality, and a proud culture that deserves to be shared with the world. I absolutely love the fava bean open sandwich. I almost always go for the Arab cold brew, and their Karak is fantastic as well. The Turkish coffee is completely on point. I'm a huge fan. Places like this make many of us proud of our backgrounds, and I truly hope Finjan continues to grow into every corner of San Diego -- and eventually across the country. read more

I was on the hunt for a good early morning matcha and remembered how much I liked Finjan Coffee at their Mission Valley location. It was so good I've recommended it to a bunch of people, so I decided to check out the original Kearny Mesa spot out of respect. In my head, the first location should be even better since that's where it started, but that wasn't the case at all and it ended up being pretty disappointing. I ordered online and it showed a 19 minute wait for just a drink, which felt long for around 6:30 in the morning. I placed it anyway, but when I got there the plaza was basically empty. It's in a quieter area near military and recruitment offices. My drink was already sitting at the pickup counter with my name on it, so I was in and out in seconds. There is some outdoor seating with music playing, which is nice, but I didn't stay long. I ordered the same matcha I got in Mission Valley because it was that memorable. The only difference was dairy milk instead of oat milk, but that shouldn't have changed it this much. The color was the first red flag. It was super light, almost pale green, instead of that bright vibrant green you expect from good matcha. You can usually tell quality just from that. The taste didn't match either. The Mission Valley one had a strong matcha flavor with a slight sweetness from the date syrup, and the knafeh cold foam pulled everything together. This one tasted weak and kind of flat. The cold foam was still good and tasted the same, but that's only a small part of the drink and not enough to save it. Now I'm honestly confused because I've been recommending this drink to people and if they came to this location first, their experience would be completely different. It just didn't live up to what I had before. I'll probably go back to the Mission Valley spot to see if that version is actually the standard, but this one left me pretty let down. read more

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This is a very cute coffee place in the Mission Valley Food 4 Less shopping center that shares a space with a Mediterranean place called tahini. The coffee place is tucked to the side and there's actually seating for people who want to study there. The menu is a little bit small and on the wall, but does have some truly unique flavors of such as an orange latte. I tried their pistachio latte which comes out to seven dollars with an alternative milk, which is on par with other coffee places. But note that this pistachio latte does use real pistachio in it cause you can taste some of the pistachio crumbles. It is not sweet at all, but a little bit more on the savory side. Their additional desserts as well if you have a sweet tooth, but I can definitely see this place as a hangout for a quick study or gathering with friends. It's been pretty quiet for the most part and it's next to the bathroom in terms of ambience. If you're studying and you get hungry, then hit a tahini that's attached to this place. Only downside is that this place closes at 5 o'clock. Staff was super helpful and helping me pick and letting me know which ones were overly sweet. I would definitely come here for a change of pace and Mediterranean flavors. read more

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I got the chance to try Finjān Coffee at a mobile booth they ran for an Eid event I attended. It was so delicious that I will absolutely seek out their shops whenever I get the chance! I tried their karak tea (a milk tea with spices and sugar) and it was absolutely delicious! I also tried their baklava (pistachio and walnut) and both were great. Their knafeh, however, was standout. I had never tried kanafeh before but I got to have it fresh and warm and it was divine! (It's a dessert with shredded phyllo dough, a cheesy base, a floral syrup, and pistachios--it was really lovely!) read more

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Came back to this coffee shop to try more of their drinks and food offerings! The honey cinnamon latte was refreshing and flavorful, especially if you like your drinks on the sweeter side. I also tried the crunchy knafeh, which was a great contrast of textures, with a salty sweet cheese filling. It was also quite big, easily shareable with 2-3 people. Service was great and there was plenty of seating on a weekend morning. read more

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This was my first time trying Finjan and I had a wonderful experience! I love an orange latte so when I saw it on the menu I knew I'd have to order. It might be one of the best orange lattes I've had to date. It wasn't overly sweet, but the orange flavor comes through so well without overpowering the coffee. I would highly recommend if you're looking to try something on the fruitier side. The drinks did take a while to be prepared, so it might not be the best spot if you're in a rush, but they truly seemed to be crafted with intention. They had a good amount of both indoor and outdoor seating which was nice as well and if you order to enjoy at the cafe, their glassware is very cute! read more

Finjan Coffee - Orange Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Saw Finjan Matcha on my FYP and decided to give it a try, my first time ordering the knafeh cold foam matcha and it was made pretty standard. The second time I ordered was the best as the knafeh cold foam went well with the paru matcha and the color was incredible, with the pistachios on top being noticeable throughout the drink. I was hoping the third time around it would've been the same but was completely thrown off when I had a very milky matcha :( felt like there was no matcha in the drink and it just kinda tasted like I was drinking straight oatmilk for $8. The difference between my first, second, and third time getting the matcha is like a night & day difference and safe to say I won't be visiting again for the inconsistency. :( read more

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Stopped by mainly for their Knafeh Khishneh (crunchy) and it was absolutely amazing. Perfectly crispy on the outside, warm and soft inside, with just the right amount of sweetness - exactly how good kunafa is supposed to be. Fresh, rich, and super satisfying. They also have a pretty wide beverage menu and a lot of other food options, so I'm sure there's more worth trying, but the kunafa alone is reason enough to come here. Definitely recommend going if you're in the area. read more

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I literally have nothing bad to say about this place, it will forever be my favorite coffee spot of all time! It deserves more than five stars! This is the place I take everyone, especially out-of-town friends, because it's truly just that spot. You honestly can't order a bad drink on the menu and trust me, I've basically worked my way through all of them. Their seasonal drinks are always creative, fun, and actually worth trying. This is the kind of cafe where you venture out of your comfort zone and never regret it. I love the entire menu, but my forever favorite is the orange mocha. I'm telling you - orange coffee lovers, this is where you need to be. The balance of citrus and rich mocha is unreal. 10000/10 And my number one thing? The staff. Beyond friendly. Beyond welcoming. They make you feel like a regular even if it's your first time walking in. There's plenty of indoor seating to hang out, plus some outdoor tables if you want fresh air. The music is always on point, so the atmosphere is immaculate every single time. And you HAVE to try the Turkish coffee - it's not just a drink, it's a whole experience. read more

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First time here today and it's 5/5!!! First of all so thankful there's a lot of parking so that was great! The worker in the front she was so nice and asked if it was my first time so she helped me with some recommendations and even explained the menu. The drinks were so good. Not to sweet and you can actually taste the coffee. Would definitely be back so I can try more items! read more

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knafeh was interesting! I like sweet cheese and crunch so this was like a dream come true. i also got the knafeh cream cold brew. the cold brew was very acidic but that sourness disappeared when mixed well with the salted knafeh cream! service was alright. it didnt really feel friendly to me... i most likely wouldnt want to go back because of how awkward/cold the environment seemed. made me feel like i didnt belong there :/ read more

Finjan Coffee - knafeh and Knafeh Cold Foam Cold Brew *SEASONAL SPECIAL* - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Love this place I wish there was one in Northern California. I've tried to contact the owners to open a business here. This is a little bit farther out from the city, but it is worth to drive. All the drinks are very unique and good and the Knafeh was very well done We ordered the Yemeni tea which honestly wasn't the best (you should order from a Yemeni place for a perfect flavor) but otherwise I love this place and we always come here after eating at the restaurant next-door read more

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The coffee here is soo good and the walnut baklava is to die for HOWEVER this is genuinely the slowest coffee shop I have ever been to. I've been here twice now hoping the first time was a fluke and unfortunately it took 20+ minutes both times. The first time there was only 2 people before me. If they sped up the timing of the drinks I would've easily given it 5 stars. Ambiance is nice and peaceful, typical coffee shop. read more

Finjan Coffee - Walnut Baklawa Latte *SEASONAL SPECIAL* - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

The Knafeh Cold Foam is a national treasure; protect it at all costs. Normally for coffee I like extra cream for a more balanced coffee flavor but the cold brew itself is so good it doesn't need anything additional buuut you might as well just get the Knafeh Cold Foam Cold Brew because it's delicious and you deserve it. The avocado toast is very popular but don't sleep on the Fava Bean Toast; it's a great breakfast high protein, fiber and flavor! Also so grateful they open before 7am or 8am. So many coffee shops open at 8am or later now and my coworkers and I are tired of only having the major coffee chains available. read more

I finally made it to Finjan Coffee!! According to their website, Finjan is known for Specialty Coffee, Espresso, Cold Brew, Turkish Coffee, House Made Baklawa, and Knafeh Made to Order. Finjan Coffee is located in Kearny Mesa area of San Diego. I ordered: - Turkish Coffee with Nutella - Avocado Toast (Avocado, Arugula, Sliced Radish, Grape Tomatoes, Sea Salt, Aleppo Red Pepper Flakes, Balsamic Glaze, Lemon Slice Delicious!! This was my first time having Turkish Coffee, so I have nothing else to compare it to but it definitely made my day!! ENJOY!! read more

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

I stopped by Finjan's last weekend and ended up ordering a latte and the avocado toast. I only grabbed a photo of the coffee, but trust me the toast was massive. Way bigger than I expected and honestly so good. I had my heart set on the waffle, but they were out, so that just gives me an excuse to go back. The latte was fantastic too with such a smooth, balanced flavor. Definitely planning a return trip. I sat outside with my dogs, but my boyfriend went in and he said that it was really cool in there. Turkish designs and they have the typical Turkish coffee set up. read more

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

This is a unique middle eastern coffee shop that serves authentic Turkish coffee (which is what I came specifically to try). I got Nutella Turkish coffee (with a side of milk), walnut baklava, monkey toast, and knafeh. The process to make the Turkish coffee is so cool! They add the coffee grounds and water (plus optional Nutella) to this cute little copper pot that they heat up in sand. I got a small side of milk (no charge!!) as I was worried that the coffee would be too strong as they serve it basically like a shot of espresso, but it was totally unnecessary. The coffee is super smooth & rich and doesn't need any milk to mellow it out. I recommend that you DO NOT stir the coffee when you get it, as it is served with the coffee grounds still at the bottom, or else you'll have to wait for it to all sink down again. The monkey toast was great, the fruit was fresh and it had a ton of peanut butter. I also enjoyed the baklava, perfect crunchy layers and not soggy at all. The knafeh is made to order and served warm. I recommend you eat it right away while its still gooey and soft! I would love to come back and try some of their other lattes! They had some really fun and interesting flavors. read more

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I was looking for a coffee spot that served food and a friend recommended this place. It's got plenty of parking which is a plus. It's in a little Plaza with other restaurants next to it. I ordered the pistachio Latte iced. I was hoping to order some food, but their menu was kind of limited with mostly smaller fare, and there was nothing that sounded appetizing to me at the time. The person I was with did order some of the avocado toast, it did seem a bit pricey to me, but she said it was good. My latte was good, and I like that they crushed pistachios on the top. It also wasn't overly sweet with a ton of syrups and things, so I like that. The seating inside is very minimal, they do have a few spaces outside, but again not very much. I know this is very common with a lot of coffee places so I wasn't that's surprised. The cashier at the counter was very nice and she answered all of our questions, and had patience as it was our first time. I didn't feel like the menu was a bit small, not only food-wise, but the drinks as well. Since it is October I was also a bit surprised not to see more fall themed items, which is something a lot of other places to that I enjoy. Overall, if I were in the area, and I just wanted a quick coffee, I would go back. read more

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Stopped by for a coffee while in the area for an appointment. Strip mall parking. Actual china cups for in-store dining. Decent variety of drinks, a few breakfast menu items and baklava. Nice decor including middle easter/Turkish lanterns. Spacious outdoor patio and indoor dining including a long bar with stools. Not super fast, not super slow. Average coffee shop prices (which are too high IMO). We both ordered flavored coffees. My husband said he couldn't taste any vanilla in it. The orange was all at the bottom on mine, but it was a quality drink with a design on top. :) See my photos for more details. Helpful? read more

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We loved our visit to Kinjan Coffee. The Turkish coffee was authentic and bold, and the Iced Salted Pistachio Latte was a 10/10--perfectly balanced! The shop is small but feels very homey and cozy inside, plus there is extra seating outdoors. The staff is incredibly nice and courteous, which really adds to the great vibe. If you're looking for quality coffee and a warm atmosphere, this is it!p read more

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Delightful little coffee shop with a middle eastern twist. They have everything: easy parking and fast, friendly service. read more

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Cute coffee place! Ordered the Turkish coffee (medium sweet) with the walnut cinnamon baklawa piece. The coffee was bold and tasty and the baklawa so good, crunchy not too sweet. Not greasy, nice small portion but you will definitely want more of it. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Loved the simple menu. Came here in the morning right before the 8:30am rush. You can sweeten the Turkish coffee to your liking. Staff was friendly. Would definitely want to try more menu items. TY Finjan coffee! read more

Finjan Coffee - Turkish coffee with Walnut Baklawa Piece - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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Stellar coffee! Drinks aren't that sweet which i absolutely love! I wish the Rose Cardamom latte was a permanent menu item it was that good. The Nutella Turkish coffee is amazing too! Baklava is fresh and delicious, and labne toast is a great snack. I will say the Turkish coffee takes really long to make. Like super long (15-20 mins for us). We finished all of our food by the time the coffee was ready. Just something to keep in mind! read more

Finjan Coffee - Rose Cardamom Latte *SEASONAL SPECIAL* - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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What a fine coffee house! The interior is beautiful and cozy. The baristas are friendly. The Turkish coffee and baklava (fresh from the oven) are gorgeous and delicious. read more

Finjan Coffee - Turkish coffee (regular and w Nutella), and a box of fresh from the oven pistachio baklava - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

This is my place period. Karla chai and Labneh toast is a Sunday must! Delicious, delicious, delicious; and the ambiance is cozy, the people are really nice and always smiling and in good spirits this place is one of my cult finds ! read more

What makes a good coffee shop? Well, for starters, it doesn't have green logo with a topless mermaid. Which means the coffee is sourced from a reputable local roaster. Selection: Not just coffee, but food and dessert as well. I ordered the seasonal iced Salted Tahini Honey Latte w/ regular milk and my friend got the basic hot Vanilla Bean Latte. If I wasn't still full from my meal at Tahini's, I would've tried Baklava or Knafeh. I'll return next time with these treats in mind! Enough tables indoors and outdoors. Just the perfect size for a coffee shop! Based on the open laptops on the indoor tables, they should have free wifi. read more

Finjan Coffee - Hot & Cold - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

A really nice, fairly new coffee shop in Kearny Mesa. It's right next door to the restaurant Tahini, and I believe it's owned by the same people. The vanilla bean latte and Arab cold brew are both really tasty. The cinnamon and mint are great additions to the Arab cold brew that elevate it a bit. The blueberry mint refresher is pretty nice too, almost like a mocktail. The avocado toast isn't bad, but I always feel like avocado toast that's over $9 needs meat or something extra to justify the price. It was presented well and was fresh, but I'm not sure I'd order it again. The interior is pretty cool, and the seating is nice. There are plenty of high stools at a bar, and there are also numerous booths and a few tables outside. The staff is friendly, and the shop is very cleanly. It's definitely worth checking out, and is one of the better coffee shops in this part of Kearny Mesa. read more

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The knafeh cold foam matcha is delicious. I love coming here after I get lunch at Tahini. read more

Finjan Coffee - Moroccan Mint Tea Nitro Cold Brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

A good spot for a cup of coffee and food just enough to get your day started. Coffee tasted fresh. We each had a piece of toast and thought it was filling and just the right amount. Fast service. Place is some what tucked in to a small shopping center. Would stop by again if in the area. read more

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Finjan, what a delicious tea spot with so many options to choose from! delicious baklava and Karak tea, sugared and creamed to perfection. not much seating but grab a seat at Tahini next door, same owner! their karaq is full bodied and delicious!! read more

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

Had the salted pistachio latte, a light Turkish coffee and the pistachio baklava. Service was great--friendly and quick, and there was plenty of seating inside and parking in the lot outside. The latte and coffee were strong and flavorful and the baklava was flaky and delicious! Definitely will be back! read more

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Still a great fan of the product and still think Finjan makes great coffee and great niblets. But I would be lying if I didn't point out what others have been saying lately: the time from ordering to getting that order is taking longer and longer. They are amply staffed, but somehow there is a notable diminution of celerity. Last time I was here, in a practically empty cafe it still took 9 minutes to get my espresso drink. As long as the product is still quality stuff, I will be back, but perhaps with just a bit less enthusiasm than before. read more

Finjan Cafe Okay so I just literally looked up a close by coffee shop to go hang out and wait for my mom getting her hair done. I had no idea where exactly it was or what it was going to be. I just liked the name and it sounded different so I wanted to try it out. Where I thought it was going to be it wasn't. It was in a new place I'd never been and what a nice surprise! So cute and what a great menu! I love this little cafe. Turkish coffee was the first thing on their coffee menu that caught my eye, since hubby and I just returned from Turkey . Their variety of Turkish coffee is way more than I'd seen before. You could choose what level of sweet and they even have a Nutella Turkish coffee. Now that's a no-brainer for me! Yummm! The Nutella Turkish coffee- yumm again. I also ordered naturally a piece of baklava (pistachio) and a hot salted-pistachio latte to take home for hubby. Just as I was about to pay for my order, I saw their seasonal menu which has a butternut latte! Sign me up! Yes, I'll have one of those too please! Love butternut squash- we have a dozen at home right now, I make a butternut squash coconut curry soup every week during winter. But I digress. The latte mug and Turkish coffee cups are so too cute!! A pretty shade of blue- my favorite color besides orange actually. Big ceramic latte mug. With a pretty design or writing on the side. The music playing lightly in the background is a mix of Turkish and English with cool beats. Don't take my word for it. Go and check it out for yoursel! read more

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What a unique experience! It's a modern Middle Eastern cafe with all sorts of fresh beverages. I love that there are some caffeinated drinks and some that are tea-based instead. You can also alter the drinks. It tasted authentic and very fresh! Great spot! read more

Finjan Coffee - Moroccan Mint Tea Still Cold Brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

This place is a gem. Amazing! There's not many coffee spots in the area that serve great espresso, this one is my favorite. I love ordering online before I leave for work. I typically get a cappuccino with almond milk here. I also love their iced latte unsweetened with almond milk. They have sphere ice, ice game on point! One time a woman working was so kind and made me a mint iced latte with fresh mint (which is not on the menu). She was so kind to do so, I hope they add this to the menu in the future! I've had their Turkish coffee, it was a cool experience but not an everyday thing for me. It's a tiny spot, few tables to work and hang. Get lunch at Tahini next door! :) read more

Finjan Coffee - The best ice cream sphere ice! Almond milk latte iced. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Stopped by Finjān Coffee Co and absolutely loved it. Super cute shop with a warm, inviting vibe, and the establishment was very clean. The staff was super friendly, and there wasn't a long wait at all. They use house-made syrups, and I loved the cups they serve the drinks in. Such a nice touch. We tried the vanilla bean latte, pistachio latte, and Turkish coffee, and all were excellent. The knafeh was delicious and paired perfectly with the coffee. A great spot for quality coffee and desserts. Definitely worth a visit read more

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Finjan had been on my list for a while now and I'm glad I got a chance to come visit. The menu is unlike any I've seen before. Their menu leans to Middle Eastern flavors and they serve Arabic and Turkish coffee. I enjoyed a Basbousa cold brew, a spring special cold brew that has hints of coconut in the cold foam and the stewed fava bean toast. Amazing tastes. The coffee was well balanced and not too sweet. The toast was a large portion and good enough for dinner. The barista was so great and she answered all my questions and gave me some suggestions for my next visit. The knafeh is the clear favorite item to order. It is made to order so it comes out hot and flaky. I've saw many of the patrons order this and it's definitely on my list to try next time. The barista also noted the baklawa is made fresh in the morning and if I wanted to try that, to come early. I will also do that since it's one of my favorite pasties. Unique places like Finjān are rare finds. Order online available. Casual. Indoor and outdoor seating. Great service. Please come and create your own adventure. read more

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We came back two more times and the coffees came out fast! They must have been short staffed in my prior review. Orange Mocha was incredible, one of the best coffees I have ever had! It's a fresh, orange infused syrup. I order almond milk and they steam the milk very well, so it's creamy and not foamy at all. You can tell the ingredients are quality. The staff is nice. 10/10 will return. read more

Unassuming tinted window front door entrance leads to a minimalist clean and inviting interior. The open kitchen concept allows one to see the Turkish coffee being made. I ordered the salted pistachio latte, labne toast and a pistachio baklava. The pics below are beautiful and the taste of each was a Turkish delight to say the least! Will be back and you should too! read more

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Orange Mocha! Wow just wow! Uniquely delicious. For those who do not like overly sweetened lattes. Cute coffee shop, will be back!