Best coffee in Encinitas. Nobody does it like Ironsmith. If you want to wake up, coffee. If you want to celebrate, oat milk latte.

Stopped by here with my wife and toddler during our visit to Carlsbad before walking over to the beach. Great staff and awesome vibes! I take my coffee black with no sugar while my wife gets her fancy latte with oat milk. Coffee was good and my wife was happy with her latte. I just wish they had a 16oz size option, I got the 12oz and finished it quickly. The blueberry scone with frosting drizzled over it was delicious. Definitely recommend stopping by here. read more

Every time you go there just give the barista special. Hands down a game changer. The vanilla iced latte is the staple and my wife and I keep going back to Ironsmith because it's legit. read more

We stopped by this morning while on a bike ride because my wife needed a pick-me-up. In the menu under lattes, was a "latte" called Tumeric Ginger Latte. I recently read about the health benefits of turmeric and heard that it had an interesting flavor in coffee. My wife decided to give it a try. Afterwards, my wife brought up her cup to the barista and commented about the interesting flavor and how she didn't even taste the coffee. The barista replied: "That's because there isn't any coffee in that drink. I'm sorry if that confused you that we call it a latte." So we paid $5 for flavored milk! One suggestion to the management: Make it clear on the menu that this item does NOT contain coffee or stop calling it a latte. FYI Google defines a latte as: "a type of coffee made with espresso and hot steamed milk, milkier than a cappuccino." read more

Ordered a barista special this morning - was quite tasty! Drinks are resonantly priced and staff was friendly. Will try again

This and Lofty are the best local coffee. My kids love the cookies...but you need to be quick to snag one.

I highly recommend the London Fog, I drive out of my way just to get it. They really do make it the best here. The other signature drinks I've tried (like the turmeric ginger) are very flavorful, and overall well made. The baristas are also super friendly and cute! Leilani and the girl with red hair are super helpful and patient always! read more

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Excellent latte. Roast was spot on. Had an almond croissant. Perfect match. From New York so glad I found you.

Bruhhh walk straight past better buzz, this is the place. Ironsmith is the best local coffee roaster in Encinitas. I'm always met with friendly and genuine baristas that know what their doing behind the bar. Read some reviews that were 'sad' about the size, but realize they do pours how they are supposed to be served & enjoyed. There is a true craft to all of their pours and trust it's always going to be a killer cup no matter what you're feeling. I love asking them for a rec too! My personal fav is their iced dirty chai with oak milk- holy heavens. I think it's the best dirty chai I've ever had in my entire life (& I've reordered multiple times greeted with the same out of this world taste.) read more

Amazing service and great coffee always! I love the oat milk latte! Perfect place to grab a coffee and walk to moonlight beach or d street overlook and enjoy! read more

Adorable. Good coffee. Good pastries. Bougie feel inside. Beachy. Toasts. High prices. Perfect coffee for walking around the shops in Encinitas. read more

Love this place! I drink tea and they have the best tea in Encinitas for sure and I'd be as bold to say north county. Yesterday I tried an almond milk drink with beets. Sorry I don't remember the name. Oh it was delicious and yummy and had a kick to it. I think it had ginger. Besides the great tea and drinks, it's clean! All the people who work here are super cool and friendly. Best customer service. It's a gem. Highly recommend this place! read more

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I hate to say it but we have walked by Ironsmith Coffee Roasters a million times and never knew it was there. In fact, we thought we were trying a brand new place and were excited to have the skinny on it. They have been open for almost three years! Wait...what?! When walking south on the 101, you could literally walk right by it without noticing it, so look for this mural, and you will know you found it. Ironsmith generally carries Prager Brothers breads (local and organic), but on Sunday mornings, Wayfarer Bread sets up a pop-up bakery. Wayfarer Bread is just starting out, baking their product in a friend's pizza kitchen in North Park, and bringing them here much to our delight. All I saw was "Sprouted Seeded Rye Loaf". Are you kidding me? The hearty, seedy, healthiness of this bread was right up our alley and we wanted to order a loaf to go. "Half or whole loaf?" we were asked. Come on, do we look like a half-loaf kind of couple? We will take the WHOLE loaf. Although the Ethiopian and Colombian coffees sounded enticing, I was yearning for something different. I looked at their "Trademark" menu and found exactly what I wanted. What I needed. What I craved for without even knowing it. Turmeric Ginger Latte, hot please! Trying to stay away from dairy, I asked for it made with coconut milk. I was told they don't have that but can make it with either almond milk or oat milk. (I'm sorry, what kind of coffee place here, in San Diego, doesn't carry coconut milk? Have you been hiding under a rock? Coconut EVERYTHING is what we want!). I was going with an adventurous drink already, so I decided to try something new and gave the oat milk a go. The Sprouted Seeded Rye Loaf was everything we had hoped for. It was dense, and earthy with a heavy rye flavor. Hubby said it is the best bread he has ever had! I'm sure he meant after my home made bread. The latte was unbelievable! We all know how good turmeric is for us. We all know we are supposed to be incorporating it into our daily diet, but frankly, it has a very strong flavor and doesn't go with everything. But it certainly goes into a warmed drink! The fresh ginger and cracked pepper on top gives it a nice bite, but that oat milk makes it a creamy, dreamy cup of wonderfulness. I only wish that there was a bit of coffee mixed in to get my morning buzz. I'm sure I would have been a nicer companion to hang out with this early with a bit of caffeine. But otherwise, this is my new favorite hot drink. It is that good! Oat milk, you just kicked coconut's round, hairy arse! If you are still on the fence, ask for a sample before you order, then you will be hooked! We brought home a Ham & Cheese Croissant for our youngest who couldn't be bothered to wake up and have a nice morning walk with us. I forced him (yes, physically, you have a problem with that?) to share a bite with me. Wow, was it good! I especially love the Gruyere cheese choice, which gives a perfect creamy middle to the crunchy outside shell. Forget that healthy seeded bread thingy I was talking about, I want more of this buttery, gluttonous croissant! No chance. Now we have a cute place on the 101 selling coffee and specialty drinks, with breads and pastries. But there are soooo many of these types of places on the 101! Why come here over Lofty, or Better Buzz, or any number of other coffee places like this? We met John and Bill, two coffee drinking locals, and asked them. (Should I mention that these guys are hot? Single ladies, you might want to start taking a morning trip to Ironsmith!) "It's the vibe here. Sure, the location is great, but we don't want the long line at Lofty (West) and really like the feel of this place". I took a deeper look around. I noticed that most people coming in were greeted by first name by the baristas. I appreciated the local artists' work decorating the walls. I noticed that many of the folks here already knew each other. I was starting to get it. Ironsmith has a very familiar, comfortable feel to it. To read my full review, please visit my blog at www.diningonthe101.wordpress.com read more

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This place was super friendly and so was the bartender. The coffee shop had a homey vibe to it.

Coffee was great, but probably won't return due to the rude vibes given off by the woman taking our orders. She barely acknowledged us and it felt uncomfortable. read more

Often times when people think Encinitas coffee, they like to think about Lofty Coffee or San Diego's Better Buzz Coffee. Well I'm here to set the record straight. Iron Smith may have a cozier shop and limited street parking compared to its neighbors, however in this case size does not matter. Iron Smith has humbly roasting and brewing the best craft coffee in Encinitas. Served along side fresh pastries and breads from Wayfarer, you will be glad you stopped by. Iron Smith usually has a seat or two open at its bar with conveniently located outlets to charge your electronics while looking out its windows towards Coast Highway. The freshly pressed espresso or hand crafted pour overs great your taste buds warmly with rich devoted and unique notes leaving you energized and ready to tackle your day. Forget about Lofty and Better Buzz for a second and visit Iron Smith Coffee Roasters. read more

Update from my 2015 review. Ironsmith has stepped firmly in the top spot of greater Encinitas. Consistent excellent espresso, delicious locally roasted beans and a passionate community of locals held together by the good folks behind the counter. I am a particular fan of their Kavutiri AA Kenyan. Using an inverted aeropress, I am drinking what I consider the best coffee in the world right now with these beans. Special bonus: Sunday morning Wayfarer pop up bakery. Word has gotten out, so if you don't come early you might miss some of the best baked goods in San Diego. read more

I almost don't want to write a review, because I don't want to share my little spot, but it is too good to keep to myself! There is no sign, so you will have to look for the blue building next to SunBum, across the street from the iconic La Paloma Theatre. They do not need a sign and they do not need reviews. This little gem is cranking the business and it is no wonder. If you are like me and you want some kindness served up with your morning coffee, then this is your place. No attitude. So refreshing! The owners travel to the farms where the coffee is grown, they bond with the workers and bring back the beans themselves. Columbia, Ethiopia, and Guatemala. If I can't get my coffee at Ironsmith, I'm skipping coffee. I have my daily Americano in a mug for here with a tall glass of water. It is so powerful I can only have one. The staff is incredibly considerate. They have learned my habits, and they spoil me. It's the little things, right? They see me coming and when I get to the counter inevitably one of them has put out the honey, the warmed, liquid coconut oil, the cayenne and the cinnamon for me to dose my coffee and make it into my Roz Special Superfood Americano. My dog is welcome, I can sit for hours on my computer and crank out my work in the midst of other productive people. I've made a ton of friends and contacts here. It's the only business I go to every single day. read more

One of my favorite coffee places in Encinitas. Small place, great service,

This place has never failed me when it comes to good coffee/tea and a nice place to sit and study. I've gotten their Chai latte and their coconut tea and both have been so good. I love the music that they play which is important for a good vibe and atmosphere. This is definitely a spot I'm going to start coming to more often. read more

Delicious freshly brewed coffee.. I recommend trying it with their OAT MILK!!! Makes it so creamy and good. Great spot in Encinitas! Matt the manager is very kind and friendly. I will definitely be back :) read more

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I was a few minutes early for a meeting that was taking place down the street so I convinced myself that a cup of coffee was a good idea. Don't get me wrong, I walked by the 7-11 and thought about the quick/cheap fix but there is something really special about charm of a local coffee shop. Ironsmith is no exception! "I'll take a medium cup of black coffee," I said. The barista quickly jumped into action with options and descriptions of each. I believe I opted for the Ethiopian blend but in all honesty I put my fate into the trusty and capable hands of the man behind the counter. About thirty seconds later I was sipping on a quality cup o' Joe and my morning was much better off because of it. I know, no frills here and a cup of hot black coffee is far from exciting, but when done well it's the spice of life. Well, Ironsmith has seemingly found a way to perfect the "spice of life." read more

Second chance:: this time I ordered almond milk and it had the same weird bitter taste. There my coffee away. Won't be back again.

My family is very fond of Ironsmith Coffee roasters and my daughter was able to find a table to get a little work done on her laptop. I had a delicious pastry too! nice friendly staff and great coffee. read more

Ironsmith is well worth the long drive from Chula Vista. I've tried several of their offerings, and they all lack the unnecessary fluff and sweetness of their rivals. The baristas and owners are super knowledgeable, while the atmosphere is casual and friendly. read more

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I have no idea why anyone would ever go to Starbucks when they have Ironsmith Coffee Roasters. I got the Viennese coffee which is an iced latte with cinnamon and honey. What I love about it is that it gives you the sweet factor without artificial flavors. No syrup, no fake sugar. Real ingredients that you can trust. Winning right?!?! I also loved that the coffee shop wasn't crazy busy. I was able to order a coffee and receive it in a reasonable amount of time. It has a great atmosphere that makes you want to stay and enjoy your coffee. There are outside and inside seating and parking isn't an issue. I highly recommend this coffee shop to anyone wanting an authentic coffee with walking distance to the beach. read more

Super tasty vanilla latte, nice atmosphere. Can't go wrong with this coffee place. :) read more

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There are lots of options for coffee in Encinitas...but really there is only ONE! @ironsmith is self Roasted and has all you could want (espresso, cortado, to the Latte, Chai, and some homemade goods as well. They are friendly, treat regulars with love, and welcome all new comers like fam. Ok for the drinks ...if you like some Latte art, roasting with intention and sustainable mindset, and quality taste look no further. Don't miss this place if your with in 15 miles it's worth every minute. read more

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Love this place! The people who work here are so nice and friendly. Got a latter and some ricotta toast with jam. Everything was good. Small location but a great place for early morning coffee. read more

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Tried coffee here once... It was very smooth and had full flavour! Went at 9am on Friday and found ample seating still left. Easy to find coffee shop, right on the main street. Pastries and food items were very limited in option but that was compensated with the wide variety of coffee types to choose from - between espresso and cappuccino itself there were two more options! :) Service was quick and courteous. Definitely coming back here to try more coffee and recommend the same to all the coffee lovers too. read more

Hands down the best almond milk latte I've ever had. I wish it was a bottomless cup! The owner is very kind and seems to know all of his customers on a first name basis. Highly recommend! read more

I honestly didn't know what good coffee was until I started coming to Ironsmith. I didn't realize that good coffee doesn't need fillers! Matt, the owner and roaster, not only explained to me over my visits the art of a good bean, but flavor profiles and consistency. I now am a stanch black coffee connoisseur. The space itself is cozy and open. It's not overwhelmingly busy and loud like other coffee shops can be. There is a constant flow of guests, but you're not packed in like sardines. Matt keeps a range of local artists' work inside which I always enjoy seeing. I can't press enough the care and love Matt and his staff put into this spot. If you haven't checked it out yet, it's absolutely worth a try. Tell them Lauren says hi! read more

Absolutely one of the best coffee shops we have ever been to!! I had a decaf Americano; it was smooth and perfectly balanced. My mom and my husband both wanted something special. Based on other reviews, was pretty confident that meant it had to be the mocha (crafted with their house made chocolate ganache) made with almond milk. Wanted a fun flavor, Raul recommended their housemade coconut syrup and it was, to quote my husband, "worth driving down from Murrieta everyday". Which may or may not have been hyperbole, since my mom quickly agreed! Don't remember what my cousins ordered, but they both confirmed it was the best coffee they'd had in California (day 9 of their vacation away from NH). Both Matt and Raul were so friendly and patient as we asked a thousand questions. Highly recommended!! read more

I've only had one drink here multiple times and no food. An almond milk latte with a half shot of jasmine. Oh my. So yummy. So different. Frothy, light yet substantial, not too sweet. The espresso is top notch (thought it did taste a little bitter today) and they know how to pull shots. A bit pricey once you add a tip but worth it for a special splurge. Baristas are always very friendly. Dog friendly is always wonderful. They do need to buy a dog bowl for water though. ;) read more

Ironsmith Coffee Roasters - My favorite drink with a great view just west a few blocks. - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Encinitas, California

Spent a couple hours the other morning in this amazing local business getting some work done. They're been in business for over a year now and although the sign outside is subtle, their passion for coffee ritual makes it a must on my coffee shop stop list. The owner Matt and his biz partner are truly wizards of the roast - coaxing out beautiful flavors through their roasting processes. Subtle and slight sweet - get your beans from here if you brew at home! I also enjoyed the pastries and went for the cheddar and bacon bread. Soft, buttery with a smokey hint from the bacon - it tasted like something the wild west would cook up and reminded me of camping in a way. The wifi works great, the staff is super friendly, it's small and often busy - all the signs of a coffee shop winning in the NoCo. I'll be coming in all the time most likely - whenever I find a new caffeine gem I bring all my ex-seattle peeps to the shrine to worship. We're deprived and addicted - don't judge us. YAY Ironsmith! All the stars. read more

I stumbled across this cute little place. The coffee was AMAZING! The manger was so helpful & friendly. I will definitely be making this a weekly stop! read more

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Absolutely love the Problem Solver! Very smooth and rich without a trace of bitterness. And good value in the 5 lb bag.

Easily the best coffee in encinitas. I'm moving away soon and I'm afraid I'll never find a better iced coffee. Pro tip: Sundays have the best baked goods and pastries. Get that Wayfarer bread while you can. read more

The coffee cheers is always so good! The roasting they do and the beans they use are phenomenal! A cup of coffee from Ironsmith is always the highlight of my week. Recently, though, I've been grabbing a loaf of bread they have from Wayfarer (?) And it's delicious! I could drink coffee and eat bread from Ironsmith the rest of my like and be happy as a clam. The staff is always so friendly, too. I walk in and immediately feel like I'm at home. read more

My sister and I came here after our bad experience at better buzz and there was a singular barista that was making delicious drinks in no time! Customer service was outstanding. Was very helpful and made sure we were taken care of. read more

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