Little While

Was in the neighborhood and craving a coffee and Mostra was the closest to us. Stopped in and the…read morebarista was super sweet and helpful in recommending drinks. Both my husband and I's coffee were absolutely delicious! I 100% will be returning to Mostra! Playlist was great too! Good coffee and good vibes!

Walked over after eating at Great Maple and decided to stop by for a quick coffee. The staff was…read moresuper friendly and welcoming. I got the Viet Coffee and it was a 10/10! Great spot for a quick coffee stop. I'll definitely be back!

Pick up area/ water station

Bibingka crime brûlée latte

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Bathrooms

Rosemary and Thyme Cafe

4.7(143 reviews)

1.5 mi•Hillcrest

We walked into a building with several hairdressers. We heard the cafe is down there. Suddenly a…read morebeautiful patio covered with plants appeared. Jessica our server was wonderful. I had the Benedict it was flavorful loved the hollandaise sauce was excellent , the breakfast burrito was huge and superb. Highly recommend

This is such a cute little cafe. Especially for plant lovers. Service was very friendly. We got…read moregreeted as we entered. The patio is surrounded by tropical plants and there is plenty of shade. My husband had the French toast, which he said was pretty good. I had the Benedict and enjoyed it. The potatoes have rosemary and thyme on them and they were cooked well. I will definitely be back! Especially on a Sunday because they are right next to the farmers market. Note: The place can be a little tricky to find because it is in the back of a multi use retail space. Walking directions were trying to direct us towards the ally, but you enter from the university side and heads towards the back.

Rosemary and thyme Benedict

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Outdoor vibe

Chance’s Coffee

4.5(196 reviews)

0.8 mi

Went to Chance's Coffee again and I was excited to try food since they didn't have food options…read morewhen we were last there for their soft opening. We were hungry so we got Chance's avocado toast, Chance's desperado bagel with lox, and a pandan mochi waffle and everything was sooo good. That ginger scallion and chili crisp was chef's kiss. We also tried a couple of the drink specials, the life is peachy and peaches and cream, and the peach flavor really came through. Both drinks were tasty and refreshing. We stopped at Chance's again before heading to the airport and tried the pho spiced matcha, which I didn't think would work but was surprisingly good, and a drink from their new rosemary specials called the off szn, which was really sweet and earthy. Chance's is a must every time we're in SD!

Lovely folks and menu over at Chance's. I'm loving these comforting Asian flavors meets your…read morefavorite morning coffee or pastry. Tried the coconut cloud, lilikoi iced tea, and the Vietnamese coffee. Everything runs on the semi-sweet side and their tea and coffee have a nice strong aroma as you sip it. Blown away by their bagel featuring the same chili crisps you'd literally find dolloped on a bowl of spicy wontons, plus the ginger scallion sauce that typically accompanies Hainanese chicken. All on a soft untoasted bagel with the perfect amount of cream cheese. Street parking in front on El Cajon or around McDonald's.

Lavender Tonic

Double Pandan Coffee, Double Matcha

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Chance's Vietnamese Coffee drink Background was a popup event there with Puppy Picnic Co.

Kava Collective

4.4(204 reviews)

1.4 mi

If you're looking for someone who truly goes above and beyond, i would highly recommend you come to…read morethis place when Julia is working! Their customer service is top-notch -- warm, attentive, and genuinely caring. You can tell julia loves what she does and actually cares about the customers. She always greets me with a smile and makes me feel welcomed the whole time. It's rare to find someone who's not only great at their job, but also brings such positive energy to the space. you'll leave not only satisfied, but probably in a better mood than when you came in! Thank you Julia for always making it such a positive experience when I come in !!

First time coming here and really enjoyed the overall experience and vibe. My friend ordered a chai…read morekava drink and I went with the ube coconut drink. Both were super good in their own unique way. Definitely a lively crowd even when we visited on a Wednesday evening, but I really enjoyed it. I look forward to coming back.

Kava Bar

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Saigon Coffee

4.8(980 reviews)

0.9 mi•North Park

Wow, I would drive back to San Diego just to have this coffee again. Don't let the egg coffee cream…read moreweird you out. It's very delicious. It has a sweeter cold foam taste which matches well with the coffee they use here. I do want to warn that the line gets long! We were in line for about 25 mins but honestly it wasn't too bad. The inside is small with very very minimal seating. A good thing is that drinks come out fast so no need to wait extra longer for the treat. Parking in San Diego is a bit tricky but there is a structure a block or two away. Definitely making this place a must stop every time I come to San Diego.

We visited Saigon Coffee around noon on a weekend and waited roughly 15 minutes to order. Once we…read moreordered, though, our drinks came out in under a minute. They're incredibly efficient! Drinks: We ordered the Egg Coffee, and I thought the sweetness was balanced. Just keep in mind that sweetness isn't adjustable since it's made with condensed milk. The coffee wasn't quite as strong as the Vietnamese coffee I'm used to, but it was still really enjoyable. It's a more approachable option for those who aren't used to stronger Vietnamese coffee. Seating: Seating was available inside when we visited. Parking: Street parking only, so you'll need to park nearby and walk over. I really enjoyed Saigon Coffee and would definitely come back! Next time, I'd love to try a stronger order since that's more my preference.

0.1 mi•University Heights, North Park

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BANANA CLAUS ! 7.8/10

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10:30ish am on a Sunday morning... the line does move fairly quickly.

Fuzz Coffee

4.4(70 reviews)

I love their Crumbling Castle cappuccino. I am a dedicated…read moreiced coffee lover but this is the only place I get my drink hot. And it's so good. My only beef is the small size, as it's really hard not to down the drink in the span of five minutes or less. They also have some really cool assorted pastries if you get there in time. High quality and unique options with fun flavors. The shop is relatively small with seating in and outside. There are also records for sale and they have a really cool curated selection. The staff is also really cool, sweet and quick to make drinks.

3.5 stars; the shop is very cute , with fun records and apparel to peruse and buy…read more Staff is friendly and service is relatively quick. I got their seasonal drink, the lucid dream, per the barista's recommendation. I do NOT recommend this drink. Unless you like mediciney, licorice taste. It was advertised as a rootbeer esque drink, and I love root beer, but the star anise and wintergreen just completely overpowered the drink and left a very sour aftertaste. The drink was very silky at first, but that's about all it had going for it. I even went home and tried to modify it by adding cold brew, cream and honey and even sea salt to cut the flavor away, but the medicinal herbal flavors were just too strong. This one was a miss, the drink alone was a 1 star. But i tried my friend's drink and it wasn't bad, so maybe I'd try a more normal drink or the cherry almond soda drink and see how it is.

Coffee beans

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Fresh flowers

Dark Horse Coffee Roasters

4.3(28 reviews)

1.5 mi•Hillcrest

Locally owned & operated

Free WiFi

Outstanding coffee! I had both a hot and iced latte and they were both incredible. The cafe is…read moresuper cute and has a ton of seating. It also has a beautiful outdoor patio. The baristas were really sweet and quick with their work. Great place and I'll be back for sure!

I had a nice cortado and lemon poppy seed muffin from this Dark Horse in Hillcrest on Park…read more The cortado was well made and offered a great coffee flavor. It was smooth to drink. Dark Horse has never let me down with their cortados. The lemon poppy seed muffin was good. I probably should have had them warmed it up a bit because it was a little dry. Other than that, it tasted very good. This Dark Horse location offers inside and outside seating. It is located right next door to the Trust Restaurant. The staff offered good hospitality and were nice. In addition to the baked goods, they offer bagel sandwiches.

Matcha latte - large

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Small iced almond milk latte (unsweetened)

Communal

4.2(1.5k reviews)

1.1 mi•North Park

Such a cute and trendy coffee shop! It was packed even on a weekday morning, making seating a bit…read moredifficult to find. The strawberry matcha latte was made to perfection, and my granola bowl was beautifully presented, hearty, and absolutely delicious. My dad and uncle loved their avocado toast and breakfast sandwich. Everything was so good that my uncle wanted to return the very next morning! The shop also sells a variety of cute local goods, which made browsing around even more fun. Beautiful atmosphere, great food, and definitely a spot worth checking out!

Was in the area a week ago & I tried this place with the hubby for a cafecito & matcha. We were…read morepleasantly surprised. This location is HUGE. We loved their service, vibes & the beverages we ordered. Beautiful attention to details..... What we ordered: * Banana Bread Matcha Latte * Banana Bread Latte

Outdoor seating area

Interior

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Smoked Salmon Bagel

Genteel Coffee

4.6(138 reviews)

1.1 mi•North Park

Overall great coffee shop. The foxtrot is definitely my favorite drink here…read more Very friendly staff. Street parking. Some indoor seating and cute little alleyway of outdoor seating.

North Park has so many coffee shops, but this one is easily in my top three. They serve great…read morecoffee, matcha, pastries, and even have some fun merch. The narrow outdoor patio is super cute and perfect for hanging out. They offer lots of specialty drinks, which keeps things interesting. They're dog‑friendly, and the logo is honestly the cutest. A solid stop if you're exploring North Park and want something reliably good.

Interior facing steeet

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Whole milk latte and blueberry sourdough scone

Muri Coffee & Dessert

4.6(305 reviews)

1.1 mi•North Park

What I ordered: (Kurdish Hazelnut Coffee + Kurdish traditional feta/filo Dough pastry)…read more Time and day: Sunday in the AM ----- Pros - Excellent tasting coffee that comes in a traditional style plates and cups-ware - Very culturally styled atmosphere feels traditional yet a little hipster-like but not overly. - staff was friendly and service was fast - Simple and Minimal Menu Cons - it's North Park so parking is harder to find than waldo -_- In the middle - it's pricey ----- Overall I had a great experience with what I ordered at the time I went, my suggestion is to go when there's not much foot traffic and actually try their Kurdish menu Coffee.

Miri Cafe is quaint and beautifully designed, with a warm Middle Eastern aesthetic. The coffee is…read moreamazing, and the desserts are just as good. The Biscoff cheesecake is my favorite! The staff is and the owners are very nice and welcoming. I highly recommend.

Pistachio San Sebastián basque cheesecake Must have

Main room

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Kurdish tea...way too good. Probably the best black tea I've had, and I drink black tea every day.

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Monika B.

6 months ago

WOW! Matcha was lit. Gorgeous green color. I was hesitant to try the matcha after some reviews mentioned it being weak or milky, but that was not the case. I ordered the Pandan Earl Grey Latte with matcha instead of espresso, the flavors were an incredible pairing with matcha. Actually, after several sips I've been inspired to write this review so I can verify the matcha is stronger than you may think! Also, can we talk about the Kaya Kouign Amman? Unreal. Perfectly crispy crunch on the outside, buttery and flaky on the inside. Kaya jam (which I was unaware existed prior to this) was creamy and nutty, with a coconut-pistachio flavor. Friendly service all around, I laughed with the staff who commented I was "having myself a morning" when I added a Kouign Amman to my order. Girl, it was a morning! And a great morning, thanks to Little While. read more

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