Allow me to add to the 5 star reviews... The good: * Amazing service! The owners are always there serving you and controlling the experience. They love what they do and it shows! * Coffee is fantastic. Espresso extracted perfectly every time. They roast their own and they do it well. Highly recommend a bag of coffee for home. * Fantastic chai! * The location - I want it to be own little secret. The street is quiet, the seating is covered, and at 7a, you get the perfect morning sunshine on your face in front of the shop. Perfect place to sit and read a book or coffee with friends. What could be better: * Wish they were open later * No decaf espresso (yet...!) Verdict: * Have you ever wanted to find a coffee shop that knows coffee as well as a pretentious, snooty coffee shop without the pretentious, snooty experience? With a local, neighborhood, "where everybody knows your name" kind of feel? Well, welcome home. I come here even when I don't need coffee just to enjoy the shop and the people. This is in my top 3 coffee shops in SD, for sure. read more

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A SAN DEIGO MUST! My wife and I are chronic coffee shop visitors and absolutely loved this shop. As former coffee roasters ourselves, we know good quality coffee when we taste it ! Not only was the coffee amazing but so was the staff! Jacob (barista / co-owner) is extremely knowledgeable on coffee and super friendly! He took extra time out of his day to share the story of how ICR started and where his love for coffee stemmed from. Truly great coffee with an experience to match! Thanks Jacob! read more

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Went here today and I'm honestly kicking myself for not trying it sooner since it's been a few blocks from my house for the past year. I ordered the pistachio latte and my boyfriend got a Cortado Both were fantastic. You can really tell they take pride in their coffee. The pistachio latte was especially good, not sweet at all and you could actually taste the coffee first, which I love. My boyfriend liked his so much he immediately went back for a second drink and got a salted caramel latte. The owner was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. They also make homemade dog treats, which is such a cute touch. There's a small outdoor patio that's dog friendly, which is perfect for us. Just a heads up that there's no seating inside. Definitely adding this to our regular rotation. read more

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Super friendly staff. Great local location. Really clean and nice outdoor seating. Enjoyed an iced herbal tea, they offered to add honey to sweeten which was great. My friend enjoyed an almond milk cappuccino. Can't wait to try some pastries and different coffees next time! read more

Inspired Coffee Roasters - Herbal tea - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - San Diego, California

What a hidden gem! I have seen this coffee shop and decided to stop by...and boy am I happy I did! I stopped by right when they opened, the place is small and very welcoming! I was immediately greeted when I walked in and the gentleman took my order right away. They have a selection of pastries and I love that the drink menu carries coffee classics! I ordered an americano, a latte and a croissant. Everything was so good! I will be visiting more for sure! read more

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If you don't carefully look, you might miss this place and it's tasty coffee. When I was there they had a good collection of single origin roasted coffees. I had a quick chat with the owner and he has a very friendly personality and good knowledge of what he's serving. The location is in the middle of residential area in North Park so has a lot less noice. However, they have a very limited seats so I don't recommend for people who's looking for a working table. Oh. Forgot to mention. Parking can be a bit tricky. read more

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Such a charming and quaint coffee shop in the neighborhood of north park! They have cute outdoor seating to soak up the warm San Diego sun and just enjoy your time whilst enjoying your coffee/drink. They offer a selection of baked goods like croissants, morning buns, cakes, cookies, etc. They also sell merch like gift baskets of goodies, t shirts, bags of locally roasted fresh beans, as well as locally made ceramics. You can tell they take your coffee seriously and offer high quality products. We bought a bag of their Ethiopian guji washed single origin coffee beans and the owner was gracious to offer us a complimentary cup of their geisha drip coffee on the house! How sweet! The owner is originally from New York and was super friendly and welcoming. Come support this local gem of a coffee shop! read more

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This inspired little coffee roaster and shop is located in the neighborhood of North Park nestled between Mead Ave and Hamilton St., on the bottom floor of some recently built trendy apartment buildings. Although they offer outside seating, they are mostly a to go coffee shop offering a variety of espresso based beverages, teas, and locally based pastries. That being said, I had the gent make a me a cortado with whole milk and a slice of lemon cake made with olive oil. The cortado was very food and on the fruity side when it comes to flavor. It was smooth and rich in coffee flavor as well. The lemon cake by Knead Artisan Bakery was outstanding. It was definitely a keeper. It was rich in lemon flavor and super moist. The olive oil really does its job well here. The service was upbeat and super friendly. They definitely give off that good neighborhood community coffee shop vibe. Only street parking is available here. read more

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Such a cute spot! Staff was super friendly, Jacob made our morning with a warm smile and friendly energy. He convinced us to get the olive cake which did not disappoint. The cake was amazing, not too sweet but definitely hit the spot. Good coffee as well, definitely recommend. read more

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I ordered a latte and cookie and enjoyed both items. The cafe was cutely decorated with disc golf-related items like their trophy. The owners were super friendly. I parked on the street. Glad to have another coffee shop in the neighborhood! read more

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I got the Cinnamon Toast Latte and my gf got the Cardamom Rose Latte. The cardamom rose latte has a stronger flavor (not in a bad way) than most other floral lattes I've had. It was very interesting and unique. 1 star off just because the sizes were a little smaller but nothing too major read more

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LITERAL BEST POUR OVER COFFEE IN SD. have yet to find another coffee shop who is as precise as this place. the BEST beans & the nicest service, especially from Jacob!! they roast AMAZING beans & have super unique collections!! cannot recommend this place enough read more

I stumbled upon this cute little cafe during my morning walk. The service is great, everyone is so welcoming and sweet. There are a few seats available outside (cute little red tables and chairs). They get fresh baked goods delivered every morning! They have some shirts and other goods made my locals for purchase. I tried the iced chai and it was delicious! Definitely recommend. It's super cute! read more

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Was walking in the neighborhood when I stumbled upon this little coffee shop. I ordered a chai tea latte and a pastry and both were great! The barista was also super nice and informative. I definately recommend stooping by if you are in the area. read more

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This new coffee shop that just opened 3 months ago is nestled in the heart of North Park but away from the hustle and bustle where it's easier to find street parking. There were outdoor only seating but it was covered by the building so perfect for those that want to be outside but not be blasted by the sun. First thing I noticed upon entering was how immaculately clean it was! Immediately, I felt welcomed by the owner Jacob who recently moved here from Brooklyn. He let me know that all the coffee beans are roasted in-house to a medium roast and they only offer organic milks (including almond, oat, etc for a minimal surcharge. I wanted to try something unique so I got the Dubai Choco-latte and asked for it with less sweet/chocolate. Jacob made my drink to the right sweetness where I could taste the coffee with the pistachio and subtle chocolate without it being overly sweet. I highly recommend this place for the quality latte, friendly service, and central location - a must try!! read more

Just moved here from ocean beach. Trying all the coffee shops around and decided to start here! Very nice service and gave my pup a free treat which is always an awesome thing! I love the salted caramel latte, it was great and I'm a picky coffee drinker. I will definitely come again! read more

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This under-the-radar coffee shop recently opened on the ground level of a new apartment building, and it's such a wonderful addition to the area! Inside the shop, they sell items made by locals that would make for great gifts. Outside, there's a few colorful tables for seating, which add to the happy vibes of this place. You can tell that they really care about quality here, based on the companies they're working with. The service was also super friendly! I got the Lemon EVOO Cake, which was light and so flavorful. I also got the Dubai Choco-latte with oat milk, but the espresso unfortunately felt too acidic for my taste, and also made it difficult to really taste the other flavors of the latte. I'll be back to try other drinks such as the Matcha, and other pastries such as the Strawberry Chip Cookie! read more

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Jacob was so nice and this one of the best matchas I've ever gotten from a coffee shop haha usually they don't know how to make a good matcha! read more

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I can't say enough good things about Inspired Coffee Roaster! We tried the New Orleans Nitro (a house special) and a custom cold brew with chocolate and cinnamon. Both were absolutely amazing; smooth, fresh, and flavorful. What really stood out was how kind and welcoming the staff were. They didn't hesitate when I asked for something custom off the menu, and made it perfectly. To top it all off, they surprised us with a free cookie we had been eyeing but decided not to get! Such a thoughtful and generous gesture! It's rare to find a place that delivers both outstanding drinks and such genuine hospitality. Inspired Coffee Roaster has easily become a new favorite. I'll definitely be back! read more

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What a gem to have this coffee shop in the neighborhood! Tucked away is Inspired Coffee Roasters who have the nicest barista working behind the bar. I had an iced cinnamon toast latte while my partner opted for a cappuccino. We were both pleased with our coffee and enjoyed sitting on their little patio with our daughter. Overall, we recommend giving them a try the next time you're looking for your morning pick-me-up. read more

Service and quality were SUPERB. Jacob was super personable and it was awesome hearing some of his story. You can tell he's passionate about what he's building here. Got a salted caramel latte with almond milk-- it was amazing. I tend to be a bit picky with my coffee drinks but this was incredible. Grabbed a pastry too, because how could you not?! Just in town visiting but if I lived in the area could totally see myself frequenting this quaint and cute shop, maybe reading in the outdoor seating! read more

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Stopped by just now and got an iced cortado, service was very quick, friendly and easy, cortado is phenomenal. Type of coffee that makes life worth living yenno? Thank you to Inspired coffee roasters, I will definitely be back read more

Cute little shop! I wish I lived in walking distance of this place, lucky neighborhood. Single origin coffee beans are the best! Service was awesome, stop by! read more

Great shop! I got a matcha latte and friends got latte and we all enjoyed it. The barista was super friendly and helpful with suggestions when we couldn't decide. They also support other small businesses which was nice. Only catch is it's street parking only, but well worth the visit! read more

One of the best drips coffee! Cute little shop, I love how the shop is set up. Best of all, the service is amazing.

Great little coffee shop in North Park! I got the Dubai chocolate latte and it was delicious. Not too sweet and I enjoyed the hints of pistachio. Jacob was incredibly kind and friendly. You could easily tell he was passionate about the coffee and cared for his customers. Looking forward to going back! read more

So glad I came across this gem! I'll be visiting more often and might become my new go to coffee shop. Try the gluten free chocolate chip cookie! read more

Exceptional cappuccino!!! Known for being the BEST in San Diego, it is rich in flavor with a creamy smooth finish! Not only can you get the best coffee here but also, the most DELICIOUS locally crafted pastries! Shoutout to Knead Bakery for curating the savory ham and Gruyère croissant, that is simply, out of this world!! read more

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Amazing new cafe, high quality coffee, and the trio who own the place are very friendly and welcoming always brightening up your day when you stop in. read more

perfect neighborhood coffee shop! such a convenient location & beautiful setup. a bunch of great drink options +pastries at reasonable prices. talked with jacob; very hospitable & clearly passionate about his work!! rest assured that your drink will be made with love & care- please stop by and support an amazing small business! read more

SO CUTE! just stopped in for the first time, the owner was super nice and welcoming and seemed incredibly passionate about what he was doing! the matcha was delicious and i can't wait to try more drinks and their pastries, i will 100% be back time and time again! read more