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    Gathering Grounds

    3.9 (20 reviews)
    Closed • 6:00 am - 1:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Jalapeno Cheese Bagel
    Dan E.

    I recently visited Gathering Grounds Espresso Bar in the San Diego Country Estates for the first time. I've been before, just under previous owner/operators. This small kiosk style coffee shop seems to change hands every few years. Since they're in my neighborhood, I like to support them. I was greeted warmly but had to wait a few minutes to order. That's ok, there was only one person working at the time and I was in no hurry. I decided on a Jalapeno Cheese Bagel, toasted with cream cheese "for here". I noticed their small selection of bagels were just sitting out in the open air, not covered up or in any sort of container. After a few minutes I was handed the bagel in a small bag, despite ordering in. I took a seat at one of their small patio tables. The bagel was very tasty with a pretty conservative spread of cream cheese. Not sure where they source their bagels from, but it had a nice chew and flavor, unfortunately not enough jalapeno. The outside seating area seemed rather unkempt. Several of the tables had ponding water pooled on the surface; some chairs as well. It was 10:00 am and they had been open for several hours but apparently don't take much care in maintaining the "gathering" area.

    This is how the "southern charm" was given to me. Its supposed to have cold foam but like what is this? I drove about 25min and honestly was very disappointed in this drink :(

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    Lauren F.

    Loved the coffee I ordered! I got the season Peel Good Era drink as a dirty chai and it was such a good combination!

    my son always orders an iced vanilla Chai! During Christmas season, I was LOVING the Sleigh Bells drink they made
    Jen B.

    We had just moved to Ramona last December {2024}. I thought we'd be without a coffee shop up here in the Estates. A few months after we moved in, Gathering Grounds opened its doors. With it, brought a fresh new energy to this little corner of Ramona. Community, smiles, friendship, and truly THE BEST COFFEE! Danica and her entire team are so kind, so quick, and so lovely to see first thing in the morning. I throughly look forward to the monthly drink menu. The creativity & flavor combinations are like no other!! Thankful for Gathering Grounds. It's my family's favorite for a reason

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    First time visit since moving to Ramona. This coffee shop is so cute and the worker was so nice. I got the Spiced Banana (hot) and it might be the best drink I've ever had. The inside patio area was very cute, it had some merch, books, and other items for sale. It also had a bucket for customers to take home some already used coffee grounds for gardening, chickens, etc. I will be coming back.

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    Allison C.

    Coffee and service is amazing! Their Honey Grams atmosphere is cute and cozy, perfect for any age. Their Honey Grams Latte is my favorite!

    Açaí bowl and a pumpkin cream cold brew

    Cutest little coffee shop with great service, delicious coffee and food! Their honey gram latte is one of my favorites.

    Grateful for the oat milk alternative. The iced lattes are high quality, smooth and balanced in flavor. The team is warm and kind

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    Not the best coffee shop in town. The coffee is just ok, the girls working weren't the friendliest and not very helpful. I wouldn't go again

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    Delicious variety of coffee drinks, unique seasonal menus, wonderful people! Snags a delight stopping here

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    Great little coffee shop with the most delicious cookies! The cookies change weekly and are always so much fun!

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