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    Immersion Coffee

    4.0 (107 reviews)
    InexpensiveCoffee & Tea, Cafes
    Closed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Joycee K.

    I really want to like this place but it was a let down. I actually found them out on TikTok and saw how aesthetically beautiful the place was and love that their menu offer minimalist options. The place is super small with maybe 4 tables and a set of chairs outside. They don't have pastries only cookies. I ordered a matcha latte with their house made vanilla bean syrup and my boyfriend ordered a vanilla latte with oat milk. I was surprised on how fast the drinks came out but not in a good way. Everything seems to be pre made and they just dump everything in the cup. Usually when we order matcha/ coffee in other places they make it right there. After we order our drinks we literally got it in 30 secs. I really like the aesthetic concept of the one big block of ice in the drink but it's not convenient when you put in your straw and try to mix. The taste was the biggest disappointment. I barely tasted any matcha it was literally 90% full of milk and I tasted no house made vanilla syrup (very faint taste). The coffee was not strong at all, it was so water down/milk down, no coffee taste. Total 14$ for 2 drinks overall the quality of the drinks were lacking

    Strawberry chocolate latte
    Cam H.

    Can never go wrong with a strawberry latte. The puree here tasted fresh and sweet, it was lovely and refreshing with the matcha. I had to ask for extra puree because I have a huge sweet tooth. I personally would have liked for the strawberry chocolate latte to be a bit sweeter but that might be a me problem. The coffee tasted a bit strange but overall it was a decent drink. I would love to try their sesame latte next time! There was a line when we got there. Our barista was nice, despite being very busy and having to serve many customers upon just opening. I wanted to try their cookies but they weren't ready in time. This place is located inside a cute food court with many other food options to choose from.

    Carmen V.

    First time there today! Pretty cool coffee shop, modern and pleasant to the eyes. I like the open view to the baristas work. I am not into matcha but it was very pleasant watching them do their matcha preparations. Cute retro music decor and nice and comfortable furniture to sit outside as the inside is so tiny. It was very enjoyable having a coffee watching people, reading a book while having my capuccino that was pretty good. The coffee shop was packed but inside felt suffocating due to the small space. I wish they had more pastries options. I just saw a couple of items and were not too appetized for me. I will be back to this nice coffee shop when in the area.

    Strawberry Latte, Black Sesame Latte
    Nathan L.

    Immersion Coffee in La Jolla is a great spot to enjoy a latte or matcha with a friend. Minimalistic and orderly, the intimate ambiance can be intimidating at first, but is quickly overwhelmed by the welcoming staff and tasty drinks. Some notes - - Free parking can be found on Nautilus Street, but only for an hour. We risked it and ended up fine. - Our lattes were on the sweeter side, just how I like it. The seasonal black sesame latte is worth getting if you're willing to spend $8 for a drink, but that's to be expected. They were out of stirrers, so we couldn't enjoy the drink to the fullest. - This small location can only accomodate small parties. Don't come here looking for a place to work/study if you require lots of desk space. This is more of a "read a book" type coffee shop. - The shop is located right next to a busy street, which is not ideal for outdoor seating. - The board on the wall had rotating coversation starters, which I thought was a creative touch that I had never seen before.

    Tiara N.

    This is hands down my favorite coffee shop in San Diego for so many reasons. The cafe itself is tiny but absolutely stunning, and everything on the menu is truly impeccable. I'm a big matcha fan, and their strawberry matcha latte is easily one of the best I've ever had. The espresso cream with the sugar rim is unreal and might be one of the best drinks I've ever tasted. On top of that, the staff and baristas are amazing and always so friendly and welcoming. If you haven't tried Immersion Cafe yet, I truly can't recommend it enough.

    Orange latte, $7.50
    Jessica S.

    Immersion Coffee is located on a by-way between Bird Rock and downtown La Jolla. Parking will be parallel on the streets, but easy enough to find in the neighborhood. The coffee shop is mostly a gimmick. It's a wannabe listening bar with a belled and whistled audio setup, however, not only was music completely absent during my visit, but it makes no sense since the shop is open-aired and so cramped where no one will be wanting to stay long anyway. They also have those crazed matcha latte creations using that "ceremonial-grade" shizz. They have all the necessary gadgetry to craft great enough espresso, utilizing some random coffee roastery's beans. I DO praise their unique house syrup and drizzle offerings though, ingredients such as "orange compote", "chocolate ganache", and "strawberry puree" adding a touch of elegant depth and luxury. On that note, I actually rather enjoyed the *Orange Latte* (espresso, orange compote, and chocolate ganache) which was refreshing in the summer, somewhat decadent, and unique. A final note on an anomaly I experienced for the first time and only learned about later. Either the workers are very unhappy or I experienced what I would later learn is pointedly called the "Gen Z stare". Like girl seriously? Are you ready to take my order or are you broken!? Can I get a "hello"? It was completely awkward and for a coffee shop that doesn't have much going for it, this lack of customer service -- or, rather, normal human interaction -- really irked me. There are TOO many coffee shops in San Diego so I would really just skip this one.

    Sesame cookie & matcha latte
    Sarah W.

    [Taste: ] You can tell that the owner has a lot of experience in coffee & the process of making matcha. The sesame cookie was so delicious and the perfect cookie consistency. The matcha cream top had a balanced sweetness/so tasty without overpowering the taste of the matcha. My favorite matcha place in La Jolla by far. [Service: ] Good, you can also see the barista hand-whisking every single drink! Truly a personalized experience. [Comments: ] I really loved the interior design, they made the small space modern yet homey.

    Roasted black sesame latte + Matcha cream top
    Noriel O.

    Came on Christmas Eve and was able to find parking easily around the block. When we got there it was very calm. The place is tiny and cozy with modern decor. We ordered the matcha cream top and roasted black sesame latte. Service was standard. Omg both were amazing and they use one large cube of ice for cold drinks. Similar to the ones they use in cocktails. Makes it fancy. The drinks were well balanced with sweetness. The espresso in the latte was bold & smooth. Will def be returning!

    Jacklyn D.

    I visited San Diego for the weekend and ran into this coffee shop. I got a strawberry matcha which was delicious. It is your basic strawberry puree on the bottom with whole milk and a cream top on top along with dried strawberry bits on top. I like how concentrated in flavor the matcha was. The service could have been better. They all looked unhappy and did not say hi :( They are very busy with the line out the door. My friends tried the cream top and matcha cream top which were also sweet and delicious. The hojicha and black sesame cookies were soft and chewy! Parking is difficult in SD, but thankfully this spot has a lot of residential parking available!

    Butterscotch cookie was my fave! They also have a delicious strawberry matcha cookie (freshly baked)
    Kelly C.

    Sydney and Cem were amazing baristas with such great recommendations! Came in for a latte, left with some delicious cookies and a few lattes haha couldn't help myself! Found my new favorite coffee shop! Great location by the water, amazing customer service, and phenomenal options.

    Absolutely delicious strawberry latte, make sure to mix it well! No upcharge for milk substitutions
    Nicole N.

    Wowowow, cute location and vibes for such a small place. Loved the ambiance and the strawberry latte was a hit! Fast service, would definitely come back for seconds !

    Strawberry Matcha & Orange Coffee
    Allison P.

    Great drinks and just a walk away from Windandsea Beach! Highly recommend their Orange Latte (if you're in a coffee mood) and the Strawberry Matcha Latte (if you're in the matcha mood)! This is one of the few places with pretty decent matcha here in SD. I love that they hand whisk and that everything's brewed in-house. You can really tell that they put a lot of attention into every drink they serve up. The spot is beautiful!!! However, it's super small, so there isn't much space to lounge around. Luckily, it's within walking distance (~5 minutes) from Windandsea! You can get greats sips and some steps in.

    Stella Z.

    Very cute coffee place. Their strawberry matcha was very good. Not too sweet and the matcha was good and not too milky. It was perfectly balanced. However the price is def a little high for a drink.

    Iced Matcha Latte

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