Hands down the best hidden gem coffee around. I'm going to say it -- I think it's the best coffee I've ever had. The cortado is where it's at. Thank you, Interim, for starting my days with a smile. read more

This hidden little gem is not too far from the beach. It can be tricky to find...just follow the signage. Once inside, I absolutely looove the COOL beachy vibes. The owner and staff are super duper friendly. I feel like I'm in someone's cottage....just chilling. That's how welcoming they are! Both the coffees and teas are refreshingly deeelicious!! I highly recommend Interim Coffee to the Yelp Community :-) read more

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Hidden gem! Was walking around in circles trying to find this place it is totally secluded from the main drag. Teeny tiny coffee shop down an alley with the front opening up to a parking lot. This place knows coffee, there's no futzing around. Black drip and you won't be sorry. They have some seating outside, nothing much to look at but still nice to sit in the sun and enjoy a cup. No seating inside, it's a walk in walk out type of joint. Went there twice on my quick visit to Carlsbad and I'm so glad I did! read more

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What a gem inside a parking lot. Love the different syrup options. I had to try the ginger and fig with my hot latte. Inside has a vintage feel with items to purchase not coffee related. It's a great vibe with great tasting coffee and quick service. read more

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Listen. If I don't have to trust an old, weathered sign that directs me down an alley, past a closed rub & tug massage parlor, around a port-o-potty and into a parking lot before the coffee shop itself is unveiled, then I don't want coffee. Interim is a tiny but cozy, half-hidden caffeine oasis in Carlsbad Village with top notch bean water and assorted morning bites. You can't go wrong. Might make a wrong turn though. read more

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Shhh! It's one of the few gems that are still hiding in Carlsbad Village. Interim serves up get great quality coffee and espresso with homemade simple syrups. If you want something on the sweeter side then try the ginger fig latte. It's both unique and satisfying! The two owners are really cool and will be happy to tell you their origin story if you ask. They're only open 8am to 2pm so I only make it in on occasion, but I always like grabbing an americano or a bag of their roasted coffee beans. It's nice spot year round because it's quaint and relaxing even on days when Carlsbad Village is crowded and bustling. read more

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Great coffee, tucked away. If you know you know, friendly staff and great advice in picking a new drink .

Super tiny spot. Nice that it had it's own parking lot. Can't fit that many people inside, you'll line up and place your order and get it before leaving. Got an iced americano and a latte for a little walk on the beach. Overall, it was alright. read more

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Excellent coffee. Just a walk up coffee shop with a few table outside. Very friendly staff and convenient small shop near the boardwalk. Enjoyed a vanilla latte and a white top. If you just want a coffee to go this is the place. read more

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Tucked out of the way (not facing the street), the coffee is exceptional. I was curious why the reviews here were so good and I'll use one word...smooth. With the visit. read more

Perfect cortado, best I've had in north county. Run by the owner whose passion is coffee. The adorable shop is in a car park, and covered in interesting records and antiquities. They also have hand made biscotti! read more

Perfect coffee spot before going out to the beach. I ordered a hot Mocha. Was very delicious. The owner was super friendly. They make their own coffee and Syrup along with other things. read more

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One of the best lattes i've had in awhile! This place is a total gem and you probably wouldn't catch it unless you were looking for it. It's a tiny shop that can't fit more than 2-3 people. Really great medium roast coffee and love how walkable it is to the beach. It's in the same back parking lot as Knockout pizza/coldstone/etc. Make your way to this coffee shop if you get a chance! read more

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Coffee fix adventures continue: A very quaint & inconspicuous coffee shop that was very close to our resort & very highly rated. More of a locals' spot I figure - I think they have a really simple & straightforward menu. Ordered the Cafe Au Lait and it was fine & reasonable price. Service was quick - hubby & I literally got our coffee and walked right over to the beach about a block away to do a nice morning stroll. Parking lot is shared with other small shops/stores in the back. Small interior with a ramp in & a few small tables outside. read more

What an amazing find. This place does not disappoint. They roast and blend their own beans and very obvious they know what they are doing. I think maybe the owner is Ray - he was there both days we visited during our trip to Carlsbad and Patrick was there today as well. Both super friendly. And the place is like taking a little mini trip through history with the old relics that decorate the interior. Thank you for blessing Carlsbad with a great coffee shop and lining my stomach with quality caffeine first thing in the morning. read more

Having walked around Carlsbad for years (specifically up/down/around Carlsbad Village Drive area to/from the beach), I only became aware of this associated parking lot in search of this coffee shop! The shop's exterior and small interior immediately brought a smile to my face with its nostalgic feel; their cool, warmly friendly-&-welcoming and knowledgeable baristas cemented my happy feeling! My first visit was a straightforward Americano. Having learned about their house-made syrups (in which "habanero" captured my interest), I returned for an iced latte with habanero and honey, which I thoroughly savored while enjoying the sights and sounds of the ocean! They offer bags of whole bean coffees as well. Fabulously fun find -- and convenient parking! read more

Small, quaint, friendly, a perfect cup! What a nice surprise to find this spot. 3 small tables outside, a friendly guy serving up the juice! read more

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The best coffee we've had in ages! Cute little coffee shack with the nicest owners/employees! If in the area, do yourself a favor and go to Interim Coffee.... you won't be disappointed. read more

Hands down, best coffee in Carlsbad. We've sipped our way around Carlsbad this weekend. Smooth, flavorful cappuccino with whole milk. The interior of this place is charming with vintage pictures, tins, cameras and other cool items for sale or just admiration. read more

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Lots of coffee options in Carlsbad, but Interim stands out. One taste of a latte made with their house made Ginger Fig syrup and I was hooked! Cute little spot, really nice people, fantastic coffee! read more

Had the most delicious latte from this gem of a coffee shop! They have the best tasting homemade syrups! They are the exact type of coffee shop you would imagine being next to the beach read more

In a world of crap coffee and the same look/style at every coffee place around this was a breath of fresh air. Actually very good coffee, smooth, no bitterness and no jitters after. This is our new place, please not overly crowded with pretentious parents and their kids making the experience less than pleasurable and quiet. Better than Steady State and Rev. Roasters IMO. Keep it up guys! Oh friendly service too. I like. read more

Cute little inconspicuous coffee shop located in the parking lot right off the 101 in carlsbad village. Pretty much a retro vibe with friendly service and some pretty solid brew. There's a ton of amazing coffee shops in the area, I would put this on the list if you're looking for something super localish with a bit less foot traffic. read more

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Great coffee! Cozy and in the cut, with a fun kitschy ambiance to enjoy while waiting for your order. We visited on a quiet weekday morning, and it was the perfect stop to grab an excellent coffee on the way to the water. There's tables outside in the parking lot, so there's a little space to sit and enjoy your order as well. read more

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Just found this hidden treasure! Feels like stepping into a piece of local history -- from the classic Dodge van out front, to the nostalgia of surfboards on the patio, to the old-school skateboard memorabilia inside. The owner/operator was really chill, and the vibes were warm and neighborly in every detail. I had a cortado and my girlfriend had a cappuccino -- both had a rich aroma, silky smooth texture, and just the right kick of caffeine. We'll definitely be back! read more

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I love finding local coffee shops while traveling. This is a great place with great coffee, service and some funky things inside to see. I enjoyed my coffee on the relaxing patio. read more

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The almond milk latte is quite possibly the best one I have had this year - great flavor and perfectly creamy. This is a great local coffee shop tucked behind the main shops of coast highway. Support local! read more

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Interim Coffee is a little tricky to find, but it's definitely worth the effort. I had a great almost-a-latté mocha. (Light syrup)

It took me a while to find Interim coffee in the back of a parking lot as the GPS insisted that they were inside the pizzeria at the corner. Glad that I persisted and didn't go to Starbucks! This hidden coffee shop rocks! I went to the memory lane touching the cassettes (I haven't had one in my hands for decades). Cool items for sale: Kodak nostalgia, painted pieces of metal, surf and more. Oh, and the coffee is great too. read more

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Service was great & fast. Chai was really good, boyfriend said the oatmilk cappuccino was steamed perfect and you can taste the perfectly balanced espresso read more

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Outstanding local business tucked inside the Town Square Parking lot around the back of Tio Ernie's Tortilla Mia Mexican Restaurant. Awesome little Java Shack is surrounded by fragrant honeysuckle and has a nice relaxing outdoor table & chair seating area. The inside of this Java station has a collection of memorabilia from 45 records to vintage cameras. They even have a small variety of sweaters, wet suits, shirts and other collectibles. The coffee is the prize though! Fresh ground Expresso latte with not to sweet vanilla was my cup of choice! The awesome artwork of the barista put an exclamation point on this fresh brew! Great little spot worth the extra effort to seek out for your Java Fix! Five Fabulous Stars for Spectacular Java, Friendly Service, Great Vibes, Nostalgic Ambiance and Relaxing Outside Seating area. read more

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Friendly service and the best brew we've tried in Carlsbad! If you know and appreciate a great bean, this is the place for you. The cozy little spot is more of a walk-up than a hang out all day type, but it has the perk of being close to the beach so simply get that Americano to go and enjoy all the finer things in life (sunshine, ocean breeze, COFFEE) together. read more

This is a great grab and go coffee spot, I loved the vintage vibe and the coffee was delicious! It is a little hard to find but it is totally worth it! read more

We met a couple of German speaking men on the patio and my husband was speaking German with them. My husband had purchased a six pack of Trummer Pilsner beer room temperature at Trader Joe's earlier in the day. He took it out of his car to show them a good beer brand. The owner came out and told my husband he had to put away the carton of beer that was on the table. That was understandable and my husband took it back to the car. Jimmy, a local who helps the owners earlier had said the owner wanted a couple beers and they would give us a cup of coffee in exchange. We had already had coffee at Wildland and we're only checking out Interim Coffee for the first time. We decided to go ahead and give a couple beers away in exchange for a cup of coffee to make Jimmy happy. He said the guys inside would really appreciate it. Later the owner walks up to our table and said we haven't purchased anything and had to leave. I told him can't u see we're drinking a cup of coffee. He said I know that you didn't pay for it, Jimmy gave it to you. My friend Jon interjected and said we have the right to sit here and enjoy our coffee and we're not leaving. I asked him his name 4X but he refused to answer. He suddenly stopped and in an arrogant tone said "I'm the owner". I replied 'I know you're the owner but what is your name?' He refused to answer me. I understand there are two owners. This owner is short, crinkly brown hair with a poor sense of how to treat customers. My other two friends will be writing their reviews as well. read more

Found this place here on yelp and definitely recommend. In such a quaint area of Carlsbad. The service was great and the coffee was amazing! read more

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Funky little coffee shop that's tucked away in Carlsbad. Came thru just after they opened and the guys were awesome! They kicked up conversation about photography and surfing while I ordered and waited for a warm mocha. Good vibes all around with tons of little things to look at in the shop and the down to earth guys running the shop. Check them out! read more

First time here and the staff made my whole morning. So kind, so warm. Coffee = amazing! Such a cozy little spot!

I have only tried the Steady Rock Easy at home. Freshly ground from whole beans is my favorite thing! It's nice & smooth and not acidic in flavor. Looking forward to using the gift card and visiting the actual storefront. Seems quite the experience and I am curious as to what more they have to offer. read more

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While staying in Carlsbad over the 4th of July, we made it a point to visit this coastal coffee shop. My hubby tried a coconut mocha and I went with a hot coconut oatmilk latte. Both were outstanding! Don't recall seeing any pastries offered but we bought a biscotti and it totally tasted home-made and so good! Such a vibe, this little place is. Thanks Ray! read more

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I was looking for a new coffee spot with character & delicious drinks walking distance from our Airbnb & the beach & BOY did this little gem hit the spot! So good, I went back twice in one day!! (& I'll probably head back today before we leave!) Simple, homemade syrups to choose from & a delicious drink each time! Another new favorite spot! Sure hope it's there longer than just for the "interim!" read more

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