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    Mikara Cafe

    4.7 (68 reviews)
    Closed • 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Simple and pretty
    Lizzie R.

    It's a super cute cafe with nice music playing. The barista & is very kind and is helpful if you have any questions. The Bakalava was moist and had plenty of filling inside. I ordered a pesto mozerella and she made it so fast I truly appreciate the service!

    Turkish pistachio latte and pistachio latte
    Kathleen K.

    Small and cute coffee and tea shop with plenty of parking. I had the banana matcha which was delicious! Fresh banana muddled with matcha tea hit the spot. No syrup here! Also had the cinnamon sugar croissant which was warmed up to perfection.They have a variety of toasts, açaí bowls and sandwiches. Will definitely be back to try out other offerings as everything looked like it was freshly made to order.

    Banana matcha
    Vicky R.

    Stopped by before work and ordered a banana matcha and a garden bagel (on a croissant). The young lady who helped me was really sweet and helpful. She recommended both items I ordered and made sure to let me know they had two matcha options (one sweetened and one not). Since I told her I like a strong matcha flavor and not too sweet, she recommended going with the unsweetened one and not adding additional sugar because the banana syrup was sweet enough. She was not wrong, the matcha was great and I'm happy I can taste both the banana flavor and the matcha flavor. Overall, great establishment and yummy goods

    Dubai Chocolate Fruit Cup
    Josephine A.

    I think I have fallen in love with the Dubai chocolate covered strawberries. I came here with a friend for breakfast/brunch and we had our little white dog with us. They are very dog friendly. This is a great little spot to hang out and enjoy delicious treats/food. I ordered the smoked salmon and avocado, which was absolutely delicious as they use some sort of creamy dill-based sauce that was not just umami, but had a bit of a zest to it too. What a unique flavor! The salmon was nice and fresh. My friend ordered the breakfast sandwich which was satisfactory. Now, I never really understood the Dubai chocolate craze, but after ordering the fruit cup, which is Dubai chocolate including pistachio and kadaif draped over fresh strawberries, I fell in love with this. I usually don't like anything too sweet and this was just a perfect balance of sweetness with a tart of the strawberries. Everything felt light and fresh and not processed or in excess. In other words, the right amount for me. I would've loved to try some of the interesting drink flavors like the banana latte but we had our fill. Service was great and the staff was very prompt and helpful. Despite having maybe one or two personnel working in the back/counter, you can tell they are working hard, especially when it started getting busier close to lunchtime. The interior feels spacious in spite of the size and it is cleanly kept. The garbage was starting to overflow though and we mentioned it for them to address. They have this cool Faux moss wall decor that looks attractive. They also have a few board games if you wanna hang out here with friends and grab a snack and drinks. I love supporting small businesses and I do recommend people come and check this spot out. If I lived in the area, I would definitely like to come back regularly.

    Perfect combo
    John A.

    Wife and I came by In between her appointments to grab a coffee and something to eat. This place is really good and recommend it if in the area. There are a bunch of places here but it is a healthy food choice. I had a Strawberry Matcha and my wife had Banana oat Latte tasted like a liquid banana nut muffin. We shared a turkey croissant and a Pistachio Baklava. Can't wait to come back and try other things. Great vibe and music.

    Açaí bowl with a few add ons
    Leslie S.

    Located within the shopping center, ample of parking. There was only one person working and she was the sweetest. This place is dog friendly and has a water bowl out. They even offered my doggie a pup cup. We ordered the açaí bowl and they were great! There is music playing and usually a few people on their laptop.

    Turkish Coffee flanked by foliage on the wall
    Josh W.

    "Is this a cafe or a spa?" When we walked in, our family were the only customers in the store and the barista greeted us with a calm, friendly demeanor. Soft music played overhead and a fragrant candle burned in the corner. The foliage lined walls made me start thinking we walked into the wrong place. We were about to have an experience not a lunch; what we thought was going to be a simple stop, turned into a three course private meal (without a reservation!) if you count coffee. The Turkish coffee was so robust and flavorful, the croissant so fresh and buttery, the toast so perfectly seasoned, and the açaí bowl so brilliant in the basics. The food was a labor of love and diligence. For those looking for the quick fix, your spot is on the other side of the plaza (you know who you are). Come here when you want an experience. We were so impressed we decided to try a desert; be careful promising deserts to kids who eat all their food. The pistachio baklava did not disappoint. I am most impressed with Mikara's ability to do so many things so well. The menu was vast for such a small spot and the range of items we tasted tested that. The food tested so fresh and crafted with care. The cafe was a haven from the hustle and bustle outside and I -for one - am here for it.

    Banana Oat Espresso Latte Americano
    Kelli And Sydnie V.

    Such a cute place! Great music, and the staff is extremely kind. We tried the hazelnut latte, the banana latte, and the americano; they were all delicious. We also ordered a Nutella crepe, turkey avocado delight, and sunrise breakfast. All tasted great! We will definitely be back!

    Partial view of the suite front
    Emmett T.

    Mikara Cafe underwent an ownership change earlier this year after the suite had been the home of an Italian-style cafe. The layout of the space was clean and modern with several tables for on-site dining. There were plenty of open spots in the parking lot as this section of the plaza didn't appear to be as busy as other parts. The menu was more traditional and wasn't focused on Italian fare. Hot drinks, iced drinks, shakes, and smoothies were the beverage categories. The hot drinks were available in 12 and 16 oz sizes while the other categories only had a 16 oz serving. For food, the choices ranged from acai bowls, toasts/sandwiches, parfaits, salads, and sweet creations. I planned to hang around a bit to use their free WiFi so I chose a Mango Smoothie and an Eggs, Ham, and Cheese Sandwich. The smoothie was standard with a good fruity taste. The sandwich consisted of scrambled eggs, Swiss cheese (my choice), and thin slices of ham on a croissant. I liked the use of a croissant over regular bread because it was buttery and flaky. The staff was very pleasant and welcoming during my visit. I gave my experience at Mikara Cafe an easy four star rating.

    Dubai crepe
    Hanna K.

    Plenty of parking spaces shared in a huge shopping lot. Have gender specific restrooms available. Seating inside and outside. You order at the counter, then serve yourself once your order is ready. We got the classic açaí and Dubai crepe. The açaí came with fresh strawberries and bananas. Not out of the ordinary but it was refreshing and a good amount for $11. The $14 Dubai crepe came with a lot of Nutella spread between the crepe and on top. Carefully placed fresh strawberries covered the top along with pistachio cream, kunafa and pistachio crumbles. I wish the kunafa would have been a bit more crunchy as it was a bit on the soft/stale side. With the thin crepe and sweetness, it was still good. The cafe was clean and the staff were super friendly and polite. It looked like they had a lot of regulars that came by who knew them by first name basis.

    Chocolate strawberry Dubai cup
    Stefany C.

    Stopped by after work for a a treat and coffee Service: 10/10 Not sure if he was a manager, but the gentleman was extremely kind and professional. I ordered through grub hub, so on my way home after work I could pick it up. I went to the cashier and was speaking to her about my order, he came around the corner and introduced himself and told me my order would be coming out shortly. When I left he greeted me by my name. I was treated like I was a regular customer there. Which was so refreshing and pleasant especially being my first time there. Pistachio Latte w/oat milk: 8/10 Creamy and tasty. The only thing I would improve on is a stronger espresso shot. Dubai Chocolate fruit cup:10/10 Sweet and soft strawberries Perfect resting chocolate and pistachio cream. This place is super clean and cute. I will definitely be back to try food, treats, and more coffee! Try them out!

    Heart sandwhxih
    Louis F.

    Food was delicious very hearty sandwich. Fresh ingredients. Lots of flavor. The vanilla bean Latte was so good! Super friendly staff and very clean atmosphere. Loved it.

    Cortado & Avocado Toast
    Jack M.

    I recently returned to Mikara Cafe and had the Iced Pistachio Latte and their Peanut Butter Banana Toast and they were delicious. The pistachio Latte was one of the best I have had in San Diego! It's not a surprise since they use a real pistachio powder, not those flavored syrups, and real chopped pistachios in the beverage. It is delicious and you get that terrific pistachio flavor right up front, followed by the espresso, and then the rest of the ingredients. It's a great Pistachio Latte available hot or cold. The peanut butter banana and nutella toast was bliss. It came on a toasted square sourdough slice topped with quality peanut butter, freshly sliced banana wedges, a generous drizzle of Nutella, and crushed peanuts for a garnish and texture. This toast was wonderful. I would certainly order it again. The quality of the products coming out of Mikara Cafe are outstanding, not to mention delicious. I do recommend it. There's plenty of parking available.

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    Their food and coffee is really good and the place is very clean. The staff were very friendly. We definitely recommend this place.

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