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If you are a matcha loving person like I am then you are going to love Labora. I came here with one other person to get our day started right. We came in on a Monday morning and it was already pretty busy. I like that they had a kiosk you can just skip the line and order from. But they also have a person at the counter if that is what you prefer. They can make any of their creations as an espresso latte or matcha latte. Their popular drinks include banana, pistachio, ube, and pandan. They're also known for using ceremonial matcha which I appreciate. They have milk alternatives and you can customize sweetness level. I went with their pistachio matcha latte with oat and 50% less sweet. It was a delicious matcha with a pistachio cold sweet foam on top. 50% was the perfect amount of sweetness for me. I enjoyed every sip. The person I came with got the Banana 53 espresso latte which was a house made vietnamese drip coffee with a banana foam layer. He loved it as well. If you love vietnamese coffee and banana I recommend it. Our drinks came out fairly quick. The inside of the shop is very cute. It gets busy but there are tables and chairs to sit and hang out. The only thing is they have a very small lot in front so parking can be hard.
I really wanted to like Labora but it was very mid. The place looks very aesthetic and the seats and comfy and there are outlets throughout the place which makes it useful for studying or WFH. But the music is SO loud to the point idk how anyone focuses here. Your head will literally be throbbing from the music if you are here for more than 10 min. Considering how crowded the place was, i was impressed by its cleanliness. They have a kiosk where you order and you just wait to receive a text to pick up your order. If the line is too long you can just order online on their website instead of waiting in the line that wraps around the building. The staff seemed friendly. I got the earl 37 (earl gray matcha) and it was nothing special. If anything the matcha was VERY GRAINY. Very confused how people say this is some of the best matcha they've had when I've had other matchas that are not grainy at all. Additionally, if you look at one of the cabinets in the kitchen you'll find a whole bunch of Monin and 183 syrups. I'd rather support places that make their own in-house syrups. They have free wifi but it's very slow and can barely load a page online your web browser. Overall this is a place that is only popular because of tiktok/instagram. Nothing special and not worth coming back to.
I had high hopes for Labora after seeing so many good reviews on TikTok and looking for new matcha spots to try. The place was packed when I went which made me even more excited to try it but unfortunately, both matchas I ordered tasted too milky for my liking. I was hoping for a stronger matcha flavor especially with how green the matcha was and all the hype surrounding this spot. The parking is also very limited which makes it a little inconvenient. Overall, it was a bit disappointing considering the expectations I had going in.
Got the earl grey matcha and the double matcha, both $8.50. Interior is cool with nice music but small and a little tight with the line situation when it's busy. They have you order on a kiosk then wait inside or if there is a long line, you form it outside. Sweetness, ice levels, and drink size is standard and well balanced. My qualms are that the matcha flavor in both are smooth; however leave your tongue feeling a little chalky which is a little strange to me. Overall, not a bad spot for a decent matcha fix since there are not many other matcha spots nearby !
Wow! This place is yummy! It definitely gets busy. The foot traffic here can get crazy but i think it's because where the kiosk to order is placed. ***Best to order ahead and online*** I ordered the matcha w/ banana cold foam (banana 53) + panda matcha (panda 32) and Scarlet 3. The saltiness of the nuts that are with Banana 53 go so well together. Service was fast. Place is a vibe. Great selection of music. Parking: small shopping center. Street parking around.
I came to try the ube matcha! It was more on the sweeter side but was still tasty! I did a mobile order to avoid the long line and it definitely helped. The staff calls out your order number and is ready within 15 minutes roughly. The seating is a bit more limited. They do decorate for holidays which is cute!
My friend and I came here on Saturday midday. The parking lot is very small but luckily someone had just left so we could park. There was a short line and right when you walk in, they have a large tablet so you can order yourself. It didn't seem like someone was working the cashier so you couldn't order from someone. The downside is that some people take a long time deciding what they want. I'd recommend adding another one so the wait isn't as long. You can also order online which is should've done. My friend got the strawberry matcha & I got the blueberry matcha. The blueberry foam tastes exactly like a blueberry muffin. We both loved our drinks. I've had the banana matcha, pandan latte & Vietnamese coffee at the new north park location. Can't go wrong with the drinks here! Next time, I'll probably order ahead online.
Parking is always a struggle in this area, but their Earl Grey Matcha makes it worth it! The inside is super cute with green everywhere, and I love the overall vibe. You can order at their kiosks, or order online through their app and pick it up to avoid dealing with parking for too long! I've tried their: Double Matcha - 7/10 Earl Grey Matcha - 9/10 : I'm a big fan of how refreshing it is and how strong the Earl Grey flavor comes through! Vienna Matcha - 7/10 : my sister tried this one and gave it a 7/10!
Located right next door to Urban Bubble. The parking lot is very small so it's the luck of the draw on finding parking. Or try to go off hours but not sure when that is. I just happened to be lucky each time. Digging the vibes inside. It's giving modern slightly industrial but earthy nature vibe? Love the design. Sad that there's not that many areas for seating. Sometimes you can sit next door at Urban Bubble when they're open. When I'm feeling for some matcha, this is one of the places I love to go to. Serving up some delicious ceremonial matcha and coffee drinks (haven't had the coffee yet). So far I've had their Matcha Banana (Banana 53), Double Matcha (Matcha X2), Pistachio 54 (with Matcha). I get it 50% sweet (lifted) for all of my drinks. Just the right amount of sweetness for me. The drink is dark in matcha with a richness in earthiness. The Banana 53 had a luxurious banana foam with toffee bits. Nice balance of earthy, creamy, touch of sweetness, and different textures in the drink. For the double matcha the matcha foam is super fluffy and creamy. Matcha on matcha was what I needed to fuel my soul. The pistachio was a dream. Rich, nutty, velvety, and creamy. I keep saying I will try their coffee next time but I am a sucker for matcha that's for sure.
literally delicious omg. Inside the place is soo cute, so lively with people catching up with friends or studying. Plenty of seating too. You can order at a kiosk or with the cashier so that's great. I ordered a banana matcha and it was sooo delicious. I also tried their strawberry specialty matcha and it was equally yummy. Kinda bummed there was no other dairy alternatives other than oat milk ): so I stuck with the regular. Definitely recommend!!
Great coffee spot! Looks small but lots of seating throughout and connected to another eatery that has more space. Great place to study and catch up with a friend. The coffee/matcha itself is yummy!! very pretty too and different types of drinks with foams so delicious. Service is nice and quick not much interaction because they are popular. Would come again.
Finally got to try Labora on a Friday morning around 9:30, and the place was already bustling. There were tons of delivery drivers picking up orders and all the workers behind the counter were busy slinging drinks and organizing everything. There were only about two people ahead of us at the ordering kiosks by the door though, so it moved really quickly. I actually really liked ordering from the kiosk because you can customize your sweetness level and even choose less matcha if you don't want it too strong. Super easy to order and pay, and the crew got our drinks out way faster than I expected considering how busy they were. My husband ordered the pistachio latte and I got the pistachio matcha. Both were super creamy and really well balanced. No bitterness and surprisingly not overly sweet even at 100% sweetness. The cold foam they add does contain dairy, but I chose oat milk for the base of my matcha. I do wish they offered almond milk since oat was the only dairy-free milk option. Overall, the drinks tasted high quality and I really enjoyed my matcha. I was also pleasantly surprised that there wasn't much of a line or wait. The parking lot, however, is crazy. Not many spots and it's your typical Convoy parking situation, so just be prepared for that!
** As you come in you will see a location where you can place your own order or mobile, no front customer service to help to place ur order. Drinks were good I do see myself coming back. Pistachio Matcha hit the spot with right amount of flavor. Service they were quick I thought I be waiting for a long time since I seen counter top filled with drinks Place has a modern look, small not much room to work from. Since all seats taken Parking not enough such a small parking lot hard find one
28 days ago
In the crowded and never ending space of new matcha places, Labora is a clear top tier choice. Matcha quality and color is on point. What really wins me over is the texture. Highly recommend downloading their app and ordering ahead. The only con I have to say is the parking lot. So if you've never been in this area. Super busy are and a small parking lot but it's worth the trouble read more
If you are a matcha loving person like I am then you are going to love Labora. I came here with one other person to get our day started right. We came in on a Monday morning and it was already pretty busy. I like that they had a kiosk you can just skip the line and order from. But they also have a person at the counter if that is what you prefer. They can make any of their creations as an espresso latte or matcha latte. Their popular drinks include banana, pistachio, ube, and pandan. They're also known for using ceremonial matcha which I appreciate. They have milk alternatives and you can customize sweetness level. I went with their pistachio matcha latte with oat and 50% less sweet. It was a delicious matcha with a pistachio cold sweet foam on top. 50% was the perfect amount of sweetness for me. I enjoyed every sip. The person I came with got the Banana 53 espresso latte which was a house made vietnamese drip coffee with a banana foam layer. He loved it as well. If you love vietnamese coffee and banana I recommend it. Our drinks came out fairly quick. The inside of the shop is very cute. It gets busy but there are tables and chairs to sit and hang out. The only thing is they have a very small lot in front so parking can be hard. read more
I really wanted to like Labora but it was very mid. The place looks very aesthetic and the seats and comfy and there are outlets throughout the place which makes it useful for studying or WFH. But the music is SO loud to the point idk how anyone focuses here. Your head will literally be throbbing from the music if you are here for more than 10 min. Considering how crowded the place was, i was impressed by its cleanliness. They have a kiosk where you order and you just wait to receive a text to pick up your order. If the line is too long you can just order online on their website instead of waiting in the line that wraps around the building. The staff seemed friendly. I got the earl 37 (earl gray matcha) and it was nothing special. If anything the matcha was VERY GRAINY. Very confused how people say this is some of the best matcha they've had when I've had other matchas that are not grainy at all. Additionally, if you look at one of the cabinets in the kitchen you'll find a whole bunch of Monin and 183 syrups. I'd rather support places that make their own in-house syrups. They have free wifi but it's very slow and can barely load a page online your web browser. Overall this is a place that is only popular because of tiktok/instagram. Nothing special and not worth coming back to. read more
I had high hopes for Labora after seeing so many good reviews on TikTok and looking for new matcha spots to try. The place was packed when I went which made me even more excited to try it but unfortunately, both matchas I ordered tasted too milky for my liking. I was hoping for a stronger matcha flavor especially with how green the matcha was and all the hype surrounding this spot. The parking is also very limited which makes it a little inconvenient. Overall, it was a bit disappointing considering the expectations I had going in. read more
Got the earl grey matcha and the double matcha, both $8.50. Interior is cool with nice music but small and a little tight with the line situation when it's busy. They have you order on a kiosk then wait inside or if there is a long line, you form it outside. Sweetness, ice levels, and drink size is standard and well balanced. My qualms are that the matcha flavor in both are smooth; however leave your tongue feeling a little chalky which is a little strange to me. Overall, not a bad spot for a decent matcha fix since there are not many other matcha spots nearby ! read more
Wow! This place is yummy! It definitely gets busy. The foot traffic here can get crazy but i think it's because where the kiosk to order is placed. ***Best to order ahead and online*** I ordered the matcha w/ banana cold foam (banana 53) + panda matcha (panda 32) and Scarlet 3. The saltiness of the nuts that are with Banana 53 go so well together. Service was fast. Place is a vibe. Great selection of music. Parking: small shopping center. Street parking around. read more
I came to try the ube matcha! It was more on the sweeter side but was still tasty! I did a mobile order to avoid the long line and it definitely helped. The staff calls out your order number and is ready within 15 minutes roughly. The seating is a bit more limited. They do decorate for holidays which is cute! read more
14 days ago
My friend and I came here on Saturday midday. The parking lot is very small but luckily someone had just left so we could park. There was a short line and right when you walk in, they have a large tablet so you can order yourself. It didn't seem like someone was working the cashier so you couldn't order from someone. The downside is that some people take a long time deciding what they want. I'd recommend adding another one so the wait isn't as long. You can also order online which is should've done. My friend got the strawberry matcha & I got the blueberry matcha. The blueberry foam tastes exactly like a blueberry muffin. We both loved our drinks. I've had the banana matcha, pandan latte & Vietnamese coffee at the new north park location. Can't go wrong with the drinks here! Next time, I'll probably order ahead online. read more
1 month ago
Parking is always a struggle in this area, but their Earl Grey Matcha makes it worth it! The inside is super cute with green everywhere, and I love the overall vibe. You can order at their kiosks, or order online through their app and pick it up to avoid dealing with parking for too long! I've tried their: Double Matcha - 7/10 Earl Grey Matcha - 9/10 : I'm a big fan of how refreshing it is and how strong the Earl Grey flavor comes through! Vienna Matcha - 7/10 : my sister tried this one and gave it a 7/10! read more
Located right next door to Urban Bubble. The parking lot is very small so it's the luck of the draw on finding parking. Or try to go off hours but not sure when that is. I just happened to be lucky each time. Digging the vibes inside. It's giving modern slightly industrial but earthy nature vibe? Love the design. Sad that there's not that many areas for seating. Sometimes you can sit next door at Urban Bubble when they're open. When I'm feeling for some matcha, this is one of the places I love to go to. Serving up some delicious ceremonial matcha and coffee drinks (haven't had the coffee yet). So far I've had their Matcha Banana (Banana 53), Double Matcha (Matcha X2), Pistachio 54 (with Matcha). I get it 50% sweet (lifted) for all of my drinks. Just the right amount of sweetness for me. The drink is dark in matcha with a richness in earthiness. The Banana 53 had a luxurious banana foam with toffee bits. Nice balance of earthy, creamy, touch of sweetness, and different textures in the drink. For the double matcha the matcha foam is super fluffy and creamy. Matcha on matcha was what I needed to fuel my soul. The pistachio was a dream. Rich, nutty, velvety, and creamy. I keep saying I will try their coffee next time but I am a sucker for matcha that's for sure. read more
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Tiffany T.
Thank you for your thoughtful review Tran! Hope to see you back soon!
literally delicious omg. Inside the place is soo cute, so lively with people catching up with friends or studying. Plenty of seating too. You can order at a kiosk or with the cashier so that's great. I ordered a banana matcha and it was sooo delicious. I also tried their strawberry specialty matcha and it was equally yummy. Kinda bummed there was no other dairy alternatives other than oat milk ): so I stuck with the regular. Definitely recommend!! read more
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Tiffany T.
Thank you so much for stopping by!
Great coffee spot! Looks small but lots of seating throughout and connected to another eatery that has more space. Great place to study and catch up with a friend. The coffee/matcha itself is yummy!! very pretty too and different types of drinks with foams so delicious. Service is nice and quick not much interaction because they are popular. Would come again. read more
2 months ago
Finally got to try Labora on a Friday morning around 9:30, and the place was already bustling. There were tons of delivery drivers picking up orders and all the workers behind the counter were busy slinging drinks and organizing everything. There were only about two people ahead of us at the ordering kiosks by the door though, so it moved really quickly. I actually really liked ordering from the kiosk because you can customize your sweetness level and even choose less matcha if you don't want it too strong. Super easy to order and pay, and the crew got our drinks out way faster than I expected considering how busy they were. My husband ordered the pistachio latte and I got the pistachio matcha. Both were super creamy and really well balanced. No bitterness and surprisingly not overly sweet even at 100% sweetness. The cold foam they add does contain dairy, but I chose oat milk for the base of my matcha. I do wish they offered almond milk since oat was the only dairy-free milk option. Overall, the drinks tasted high quality and I really enjoyed my matcha. I was also pleasantly surprised that there wasn't much of a line or wait. The parking lot, however, is crazy. Not many spots and it's your typical Convoy parking situation, so just be prepared for that! read more
** As you come in you will see a location where you can place your own order or mobile, no front customer service to help to place ur order. Drinks were good I do see myself coming back. Pistachio Matcha hit the spot with right amount of flavor. Service they were quick I thought I be waiting for a long time since I seen counter top filled with drinks Place has a modern look, small not much room to work from. Since all seats taken Parking not enough such a small parking lot hard find one read more
24 days ago
Service was very prompt on a Sunday morning around 9am. The ordering kiosk is easy to read. The drinks are offered at 50% or 100% sweetness levels. Earl grey matcha is the best one I've had anywhere. read more
2 months ago
I've been to LABORA several times, as I'm often in and out of the Clairemont-Kearny Mesa region for week during the week. It's a very popular, very busy, and very Instagrammable matcha cafe. Let's start off with the pros. The matcha drinks are actually quite good. I've only ever had the flagship matcha latte and the double matcha, but both use high-quality ingredients and are consistently prepared well and in accordance with order preferences. They also have a well-maintained bathroom, the store is clean, and the staff are genuinely service-oriented and friendly. Now for the cons. 1. The parking situation is rough. It shares a building with a very popular boba tea shop, and there's also a Mexican restaurant, a tattoo shop, a vape shop, a dog groomer, and a weird semi-nightclub/hookah lounge in the same small strip mall. So it's a bit difficult to park. 2. The shop is constantly very busy. The ordering occurs at a kiosk near the entrance, and they have a designated queue outside on the sidewalk. And while the staff work efficiently, it's still often crowded and you need to budget ~10 minutes to get your drink. 3. It's popular due to aesthetics and internet hype mostly. There's nothing about this shop exactly that makes its level of popularity blatantly justifiable. Good for them, but this is no holy grail of matcha. All that said, LABORA is a decent option, and they have several specialty drinks I have yet to try that may sway my opinion higher (or lower). read more
3 months ago
I stopped by recently to try this shop with my friend. It is a very busy shop but they make the drinks quickly. Parking is limited and luckily we did not have to wait long for a spot. They have a tablet directly at the entrance where you submit your order and pay. You can also submit mobile orders which we learned about after, which is very convenient if you are in a time crunch. They have plenty of seating inside the shop. It is also a place where you can study or work. The drinks came out within 5/7 minutes. I did a half sweet version and did not really taste the earl grey. The matcha stood out which was perfect. My friend got the 100% sweet and tasted the earl grey. Overall, a great shop to check out! read more
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Tiffany T.
Thank you so much for stopping by and for taking the time to leave…
3 months ago
Updating my review because credit is due where credit is deserved! After my original visit, the owner immediately reached out and took the time to address my experience. They genuinely cared about the feedback and made me feel heard this says a lot about a business. Customer service is everything to me & they completely turned my experience around!! I've been back since and this place continues to be one of my favorite matcha spots in SD! I brought two of my closest friends from out of town to try it and both approved! This time around I was greeted as soon as I walked in and that made all the difference. I decided to branch out and try two new flavors. I got the Blueberry 30 & Pistachio 54. Both were AMAZING and full of flavor. Blueberry was definitely my favorite. I'd give them both a 5/5 ! Huge shoutout to Justin, the manager, for being beyond kind and so welcoming. He made the experience even better. Safe to say they've earned my 5 stars. Not only are the drinks incredible, but it's clear they truly care about their customers and the experience they provide. I'll definitely be back probably sooner than I should be. read more
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Tiffany T.
Thanks for coming back Shylene and giving us the chance to make it…
Labora is one of my favorite places for matcha near UCSD! This place does get super busy and there is usually a line going out the door, but they do have online ordering so I recommend ordering ahead before you arrive! I ordered online and when I got there, 10 minutes later, I only had to wait like 5 minutes before my order came out. The way the decorated their place is so cute and there are plenty of tables even though the place is relatively small. They also share the building with Urban Bubble and there is a restroom inside. I got and really like their Scarlet 3 drink, which is their strawberry matcha and I especially like the little bits they put in their for that extra crunchy texture. You can never go wrong with their classic matcha as well if you just want a simple matcha. Parking is super limited and you may need to find street parking during peak hours. read more
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Tiffany T.
Thanks for letting the UCSD crowd know that we're not too far away!…
1 month ago
There was a line out the door when I went but after trying it I understood why. The drinks use great quality natural ingredients with different type of infused milks with tons of mix and match possibilities. The coffee went so well with the pandan milk and it wasn't a overly sweet pandan milk but just right The parking in the plaza can be difficultly but they have plenty of tables to study at. It can get a bit loud since it's more a chat cafe rather than a study cafe read more
3 months ago
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Tiffany T.
Thanks for giving us another chance Michelle! We got our matcha…
My friends and I do a coffee hang to catch up once and month and this month we met up at Labora. I have been a matcha fiend lately and was so excited to check Labora out. One they open at 8 am which is really nice because I've noticed some matcha coffee shops don't open until 10 am. There was a little line since they weren't open yet but it went by pretty quickly. You order through a kiosk which I loved, I ended up picking up a pandan matcha. We were lucky to find seating, it's hot super big but there is seating for those who are able to work in the cafe, our drinks came out right away and I was really excited when I saw how rich and green the matcha was. The flavor was spot on too, the pandan wasn't overpowering and it gave it just the right amount of sweetness. Will definitely be coming back, I am craving that pandan matcha! read more
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Tiffany T.
Thank you Karyn! Did you know our Pandan 32 is great for the next day…
We needed a pick me up for our long drive back home, thus we decided to stop by Labora for a coffee fix. The parking lot is quite tight and you'll have to pay if you park for longer than an hour. On a Saturday night, Labora had a line out the door! In fact, the line was specifically for their kiosk to self order. They were not taking orders at the front near the cashier. It didn't take us too long to submit an order. I opted for their banana Vietnamese coffee for about $7.50. After ordering, we took a seat to check out the shop's aesthetic. It was very bright and clean. They have a shared restroom with the boba shop next door. While sitting and waiting, there were lots of gnats or fruit flies flying around. We found the source of it to be the two flower vases sitting on the big oval table. It was filled with bugs because the water hasn't been changed. Bit bothersome while hanging out. We sat near the window and ended up hanging out there with our drinks. Their banana was subtle but their Vietnamese coffee was very strong. It was wonderful to feel the caffeine! Not bad but I wouldn't wait in line for it again! I'd rather come when there isn't. read more
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Tiffany T.
Thank you for stopping by! If the wait is looking long, especially…
drinks: the matcha flavor was quite strong if that's what u like. i got the scarlet 3 and it wasn't too bad, i wish there was a bit more of a strawberry flavor service: self serve at a kiosk, no interaction with staff ambiance: it's connected to the boba store next door, but the cafe itself is pretty small and cramped read more
25 days ago
One of my top favorite matcha places I tried so far. And I'm picky. 2nd only to one in Vegas. Great matcha flavor. Seemed busy when I got there but service was fast. read more
2 months ago
I absolutely love Labora. Their drinks are a 10/10. Banana matcha is my absolute favorite and so is the strawberry matcha without the toppings tho lol. It's usually my favorite study spot, although it does get really packed. They play music a little loud but at least the songs are good. The workers are also really nice and accommodating. It's right next door to a boba shop with yummy snacks, so it's actually the perfect study spot. read more
My favorite matcha in San Diego! Their Double Matcha Latte is comparable to that of Rōk Coffee & Tea and Stagger Coffee's in Los Angeles. Very rich and creamy without being overly sweet. Their Vienna Matcha has a vanilla sweet cream foam rather than matcha foam, so it does taste sweeter and less bitter compared to the Double Matcha. It does get quite busy, especially on the weekends and the parking lot is small. There is a self-order kiosk, so the line moves pretty quick and the team finishes making the drinks in a timely manner. There is ample seating, so good space for students or those who WFH. However, they must have a crazy good ability to lock in because it gets pretty loud. read more
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Tiffany T.
Thank you for taking the time to review us Jenny! We love our Matcha…
Labora has been my favorite matcha spot in San Diego for quite a while, and the quality is consistently outstanding. While the line can get long, it moves surprisingly quickly. If you'd rather skip the wait, you can order ahead on their website. No matter how busy they are, the staff always remain cheerful, friendly, and efficient. My favorite drink is the Scarlet 3 with ceremonial matcha, which comes topped with a delicious strawberry foam. I've also tried the Banana 53 with matcha (banana foam), Pistachio 54 with matcha (pistachio foam), and the Vienna Latte with matcha (French vanilla foam). Every drink has lived up to my expectations. The quality of both the matcha and the flavored foams is excellent. Whenever family or friends come to visit, Labora is always one of my go to stops to bring them to check out. If you're a matcha lover, I highly recommend checking it out. Their consistency, quality, and service keep me coming back, and I've happily become a regular. read more
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Tiffany T.
Thank you for the great review Grace! While we love compliments about…
Visited San Diego this weekend and so glad I stopped by this spot! The matcha drinks were so good that my friends and I came back 2 days in a row! My favorites were the Blueberry Matcha and the Banana Matcha! A great balance of fruity flavors and strong matcha! Definitely the best blueberry matcha I've ever had! The Vienna Matcha was good and creamy as well, but a little bit too sweet for me. The Double Matcha had very strong notes of matcha (a little bit bitter) and was not overly sweet as well! It reminded me of the matcha I had in Japan! They do have long lines, but I love that they offer online orders! Hence, our drinks were ready within 5-10 minutes of us ordering! Lots of seating inside, and it's a pretty packed and energetic environment! Free parking lot as well! Can't wait to stop by again the next time I'm in SD!! read more
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Tiffany T.
We're honored you picked us out of all the amazing cafes in San…
4 months ago
Yes. Just yes. Labora is getting all of the attention for a reason. They're the hot new matcha spot and they're doing it right! The space is gorgeous and elevated. It's always crowded- everyones either on a coffee date or being productive. It's definitely hard to snag a spot if you're planning to stay a while. Their menu is gorg! A good mixture of thoughtful coffee and matcha drinks. For a good amount of them, you can choose which of the bases you'd like. I went with their new SCARLET 3 drink which features strawberry foam layered between matcha or coffee- I chose matcha! This was not your ordinary strawberry matcha. It tasted just like a strawberry shortcake popsicle- super nostaglic! I was obsessed. Huge bonus points for the cutie freebie stickers to celebrate the new drink. They know their audience! read more
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Tiffany T.
Thank you for the thoughtful review Allison! We're so glad that our…
The coffee and tea are 5 out of 5 stars!!! The parking is hard to come by (even at 4pm) so that is disappointing but it's just because this place is so popular! The staff is very helpful and efficient! There is plenty of areas to sit, but because it's so busy it's kind of noisy. The coffee and tea will keep me coming back! read more
This is one cool coffee shop! Definitely a stylish shop and it has nice seating. It's for sure a spot for students or people who work from Home, but stopped there for coffee. You order at the self checkout and wait for your name to pop up on the screen or get called. We ordered the Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso which was tasty. It was $7.25. The service was friendly and quick so you don't wait long for your coffee. It's always fun checking out different coffee shops so I recommend trying this spot out! read more
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Tiffany T.
Thanks for the review Tyra! If you're ever down to try a matcha we do…
Wow, they have such an amazing assortment of drinks that you are able to customize for yourself at their kiosk. Very simple ordering system, but their line does wrap outside the door. We ended up waiting 10 minutes in line, and maybe less than 5 minutes for our drinks. I know Labora is known for their matchas but this time I decided for their Vienna Latte (you can decide if you want the vienna topping over matcha or espresso! very cool) Very delicious drink, a bit decadent, with a strong espresso flavor. The milk to espresso ratio was amazing and the cream top added a touch of sweetness that was totally my style. If you like sweeter drinks maybe this is not the drink for you, but their matchas look amazing as well! read more
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8055 Clairemont Mesa Blvd
Ste 101
San Diego, CA 92111
Kearny Mesa
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(844) 522-6720
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Hi when is grand opening date?
Hey! So they've already opened and are operating! Just check their hours!
Does Labora have milk alternatives for non-dairy/lactose intolerant girlies?
Yes they do. Oat milk for example
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