We come to PB once a year around the holidays, and love trying new places. We are often looking for new places to grab a drink, or have coffee in the morning. We try to stay away from S-Bux in favor of trying and supporting the local spots! This is actually the second year in a row that we've come to Pump. We first discovered it last year during a combination of Yelp searches, and a little A-Frame sign they have along the boardwalk. The reviews were mostly all good, and we quickly understood why. LOCATION & INSIDE: Located in a little outdoor shopping center, the inside itself is pretty small. Amongst different areas, there is room for around a dozen or less people to sit inside. They have a little space against the wall across from the counter where they sell shirts and other items such as travel mugs, glass sippers, and mushroom coffee! There are a few additional tables out front, but I recommend taking your coffee down for a stroll along the beach if the weather permits. DRINKS: This is a pretty typical coffee shop in terms of offerings, with options including regular coffee, cold brew, pour-over, espresso, cappuccino, americano, latte, tea, tea latte, and hot chocolate. They have several options for most categories, including a Caramel Macchiato, (White) Mocha, and a Rose Lavender latte, to name a few. They also have seasonal drinks, which are currently a Tiramisu Cold Brew and a Peppermint White (Chocolate) Mocha. For tea lattes, they have items like a Chai Latte, Matcha Latte, and even a few variations of those. The first time we went (last year), we got hot drinks. This most recent time we went (a couple days ago) we went with iced lattes. The wifey ordered the Rose Lavender, and I got the French Vanilla latte. We both loved our drinks, and were very happy with our decisions. It's only a difference of $0.50 to go from small (12oz.) to large (16oz.) and +$1 to have an alternative milk. We love to use oat milk, as it helps create an extra creamy drink. While they don't typically have their own cold foam per-se, they were able to add some of the whipped mascarpone from the tiramisu latte on top. Honestly this was the perfect topper to an already incredibly creamy and delicious drink. They also added some dried rose petals to the lavender one, which was a nice aesthetic. FOOD: There are just a few options, including various croissants and vegan pastries. They don't have a full kitchen, so the stuff isn't freshly made in-house. For the animal friends in your life, they also offer a Puppaccino for $1! OVERALL: This is definitely a place worth stopping for some quality coffee. They generally have 2 people working, unless one's on break or something. The service is pretty casual, and can take a while if there's a line. They take an order, then make the drink. The staff were all super friendly and welcoming, and this is definitely a place we have added to the rotation during our annual holiday trip! IG: @bbnem.eats read more

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I was really disappointed with the cold brew. I expected a smooth, rich, bold flavor, but instead it was extremely sour and tangy to the point that it honestly tasted under-extracted. It lacked the deep, balanced flavor most people associate with cold brew and instead had a sharp acidic taste that was hard to drink. I know some coffee shops prefer a brighter, fruit-forward style, but this tasted overwhelmingly sour rather than smooth or refreshing. Unfortunately it was one of the worst cold brews I've had and I would not order it again. read more

Stopped by Pump Coffee in Pacific Beach and really liked the vibe. It's a cute little shop with warm decor, fun touches, and a cozy atmosphere. Service was friendly and quick. I tried the 16oz French Vanilla Latte -- the flavor was really good, though I wish it had been a bit hotter. Still enjoyed it overall! A nice spot to grab a coffee and chill for a bit. I'd definitely come back to try more drinks. read more

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You will get the name when you pull up.... Coffee was good. My wife and I both ordered very specific drinks and I believe they hit them out of the park pretty much.. polite and quick read more

ICED MINT MATCHA WITH OAT MILK, 16OZ. YOU GOTTA GET IT. Need I say anything more?! This was my first time experiencing Pump Coffee and, admittedly, when I was giving the menu a gander, my brain had a hard time putting mint and matcha together. But after reading Yelp reviews that recommended the mint matcha, I had to get it. IT WAS SO TASTY Y'ALL!! The perfectly sweetened matcha and the touch of mint flavoring flowed so beautifully together. I loved how balanced this drink was. As most other folks already have, I MUST recommend this yummy beverage! Quick shout out to the friendly staff and to the fact that this is a woman-owned business. I LOVE supporting these kinds of spots. For the folks who are looking for a cafe to work remotely at, there are a few tables on the inside as well as bench seating on the outside. A great spot to check some emails and crank out an hour or two of work. Overall, I highly recommend this spot to both locals and travelers alike! read more

Pump Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Pump Coffee wasn't originally on our list of stops for my bachelorette weekend but after a slight detour of plans, we decided to make a stop here for coffee. Small little spot with only a few tables & chairs indoors and outdoors. This is more of a grab n go kind of place. Between the five of us, we got some matcha lattes, iced jasmine green tea and lavender rose lattes. We were all pleasantly pleased with our drinks. The female cashier and baristas were all so sweet. They congratulated me plus left a nice message on my cup too. :) There's an underground parking garage conveniently located next to Pump Coffee and I believe they validate up to two hours. read more

Pump Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Coffee is great, love the vegan pastry options! Staff is always very pleasant and helpful. Definitely worth stopping in -if you're in the area read more

What a great little find when I was walking around Mission/Pacific Beach! I'm a huge walker and was in the need for caffeine... hello Pump Coffee! It's tucked away in a shopping center, so off the beach boardwalk section ((but a few doors down from such a fun rollerskating shop)). I came in about an hour before closing on a Saturday; while they were getting some of their closing tasks done, the two girls working were still friendly and attentive. They have a great tea selection; so happy to have found this spot. If it had been earlier in the day, I definitely would have stopped in for a second cuppa. If you're in the area and looking for caffeine, I highly recommend visit. 2025: 35/100 read more

Went to Pump Coffee while on vacation, six days in a row, while on vacation. Here is what I noticed. Killer pastry display. Only had them one out of six days, but the display was always fresh and had plenty of artisan items to choose from. Always two people on staff. Not always the same two, but everyone was very friendly and fairly fast. The place is small but inviting. Always a bunch of gym-bros from the gym upstairs, standing or sitting around, making the place feel even smaller......but they all seemed nice and not territorial of "their coffee shop". No locals only vibes given. Prices are fair and probably could be a little higher. Every small business deserves to charge enough to be able to keep the lights on. Only one small critique; Every morning I could tell which coffee was my wife's, without even looking at the to go cups. It was always the one that was overfilled with cream and would drip on my hand, all the wall back to the hotel. lol Consistency counts for something. read more

Cute little coffee shop close to beach! Service was good. I ordered an iced coffee with a ham croissant. The croissant was decent. The iced coffee was good. It was just surprising that there wasn't a bathroom for customers to use, so plan ahead if you need a bathroom. read more

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Stopped by for an espresso and tea. Espresso gave me an unfamiliar slap at the first sip but started to ease out with a nice nutty body and subtle brightness afterwards. Served with wet saucer... The tea was very smooth and enjoyable, typical elegance found in Rishi teas. read more

Pump Coffee - Espresso & Blueberry Rooibos tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Hands down my favorite coffee shop in San Diego! High quality coffee, delicious pastries, and the service is great. I used to go to Starbucks and Better Buzz until I found this gem. Idk what's in this coffee but I can quite literally stay up all day without crashing from just one cup! 10/10 recommend!! read more

Ashley and her team have an amazing spot in PB!! The coffee is always on point and the baristas are always smiling! The Raspberry White Mocha was on point this morning! read more

Everything! Racism--perhaps. I was in a morning work call, and I went in to order and asked for the restroom. She said I needed to order so that it's ready when I return. I explained I was in a call--listening to a remote meeting--and I would order when I returned. She then went on to say for me to receive keys to the restroom, I needed to purchase first. She was passive-aggressive in her level of service. For 30 minutes into the call I sat in front of the coffee shop, and once I was able to enter, I was met with THAT. It's whack and uncalled for. Not to mention I went there before, and the other girl had NO PROBLEM with letting me use the restroom key. The only issue then was no one washed their hands between handling a dirty restroom key and preparing drinks. They literally dive back in. This is not the type of place I will patronize ever again. read more

What a find. We found this place by mistake and wow. We were on vacation and visited everyday we were there. Can't wait to visit again. The coffee and staff made this a 10++ read more

10/10 customer service I received on an early Tuesday from the ladies Electrical plugs to charge your electronic device Bathroom key available 2 hour validation available underground read more

Visiting from out of town and Pump Coffee was a must-stop! Gloria was incredible friendly, helpful, and gave great recommendations. Coffee and pastries were amazing. read more

We walked by Pump and had to stop cause the menu looked good and had some different options like the mint matcha (which is what I ordered!). The service was incredible and welcoming - it's clear they care about their customers and make everyone feel acknowledged. I ordered a mint Matcha (half sweet-could have done a bit less since I don't love super sweet drinks), and a double shot espresso, both were delicious! Highly recommend for great vibes and good drinks. read more

Pump Coffee - Mint matcha (half sweet) + double shot espresso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Thank you Yelp, great find. Super friendly service, great coffee, tea, & pastry. They'll even grind the beans and heat the pastries. No regrets. read more

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The girls at the desk were great, Here's what I got after a morning cold plunge and workout: Americano + Collagen + Cinnamon Thanks for the lovely morning read more

Pump Coffee - Americano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Nothing short to say about anything of this little coffee shop! If you like drinks, you best come here! 5 stars all around and round!! Great service Clean Delightful read more

I was walking the boardwalk when I saw multiple signs for Pump Coffee, the signage was beautifully made so I wasn't wary of going there. They have signs posted every 20 steps that lead you the way to the shop. There is a few outdoor seating and 4 tables inside. As well as three chairs at the back of the wall. The sun illuminates the menu nicely-- but as you get further into the shop it gets pretty dim even with the lighting overhead. The lights are warm colored which is great for ambiance, but very dim and small. Some of the walls are painted black-- along with the ceiling and the tables are black as well... this creates a feeling of an enclosed space. To match their signs, the place is black and white theme. I think it would be cool if they take from their website and incorporate colors that show: warmth, love, and gratitude. Anyways, onto the coffee. I ordered a 12 oz, iced honey cinnamon latte with whole milk. This costed $7! It's a bit steep in price, $1 more than other places for a specialty latte~ that's just something to note. Even though it was on the pricy side the latte was really good. Be sure to give it a mix or swirl yourself since the cinnamon floats to the top. Solid latte! The woman working here was really friendly and kind! She asked about my day, how it was going, and some other things. I thought it was nice of her to create a little bit of convo~ Great and fast service (: Overall, a great coffee shop to satisfy your coffee needs! :D they also have tea!! Recommend this spot! read more

Pump Coffee - Iced Honey Cinnamon Latte (12 oz) with whole milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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FAV COFFEE SHOP. I finally got around to buying a bag of beans and it came with a free double shot espresso! That's winning. They are such sweet girls that work here, the owner is the best. Their beans just taste so rich and good. Def Worth a visit whether you are local or not. read more

Pump Coffee - Bag of beans - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Stopped by here for a quick coffee and some food and stepped into a very busy cafe with a line almost out the door. The two women working were very quick and efficient and the line moved quickly. I ordered a pumpkin muffin and a cafe latte with 2% milk. The barista was also quick to make my beverage. Both the drink and muffin were fine and no complaints there. I wasn't asked if I wanted my muffin warmed up, which would have been nice. The wifi was also very quick and efficient. Note that this place is very tiny and when more than 10 people were in the space it got extremely loud, and therefore I would not recommend it as a place to try to get work done. There's also no bathroom in the coffee shop, but I believe the complex has a shared bathroom which I do not know the state of. read more

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If you are looking for a perfect cup of coffee and super friendly service....look no further than Pump Coffee! They have an extensive menu of craft coffees. I had the Caramel Macchiato and it was so good that we went back the next day! My husband likes an Americano and he raves about the one from here. He said the coffee had a deep and complex flavor. An easy 5 for me! read more

Pump Coffee - Caramel Macchiato - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Coffee was great, parking is okay if you're only stopping by for a quick coffee run, as the parking lot is monitored and has a 30 minute free limit. There's a little bit of seating inside the coffee shop, but nothing notable for studying to be honest. The customer service from the baristas was great - coffee just took a bit long to come out as there were only 2 baristas on stuff and it was a bit busy. read more

I always get the iced carmel latte here, it's life changing! The baristas are always the sweetest and it's my go to spot in pb! read more

Pump Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Found this little coffee shop walking along the beach one morning - a tiny storefront, I wouldn't recommend planning to work here or anything like that. My boyfriend got a vanilla cold brew and I had a cold brew with Almond Milk & Pistachio - there are tons of fun flavors here! For only being a 2 person operation, they were timely with a busy morning of orders - the barista even let me just add my own amount of milk and taste along the way which I appreciated. Total for our coffees was about $12, which I felt was reasonable. read more

Pump Coffee - Small Cold Brew with Almond Milk and Pistachio - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

This is my go to place every morning when on vacation. They are quick, friendly, nice atmosphere, great coffee, and very reasonable priced. read more

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Ashely ....u are an amazing human being. Period! Loved the choc mint matcha. So glad I caught on uber here by mistake! Love this place and staff and Bev! read more

Pump Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Good coffee Quick service Flexible with my order Barista was very nice and helpful Will come by again soon read more

Pump Coffee - Americano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Cute coffee shop, pretty close to the beach. The girls were super friendly. Sad I missed the almond croissant but the coffee was just what I needed. The lavender rose latte was made just right. And they had pup cups for the doggos. read more

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The nicest, sweetest women baristas work here. It is a small, cozy place where to quote the TV sitcom "Cheers", "where everybody knows your name". Regulars hang out here in the morning. The pastries are delicious. I ordered the jalapeño cheese galette. It is made with plant based cashew cream cheese. I ordered the seasonal rose lavender latte with oat milk. It is creamy, with a subtle note of lavender sweetened with rose syrup. It is delicious. read more

What a great first experience here. My girlfriend and I visited here from Menifee and I had the Iced Honey Cinnamon Latte and it was delicious! Reminded me of a Mexican coffee. So good! My girlfriend had the Mint Matcha Latte and loved it. So hard to find a place that has Mint Matcha year round. Absolutely delicious! We also had a blueberry muffin (real blueberries) and a croissant. Both very good!! Highly recommend this place! read more

The best hazelnut mocha ever and matcha toffee blueberry latte. Definitely will be going back

Small coffee shop, great quality coffee. It is rare to find quality coffee. The house blend is perfect. I like how it is roasted right and enhances the coffee flavor. Absolutely delicious coffee. The green jasmin tea though it is steeped to much and it turns bitter. Anyway, I purchased a bag of their coffee. I will be back. read more

Coffee was decent, cute inside, quick easy stop. We prefer other coffee nearby over this place, but it wasn't bad. read more

Pump Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Love this adorable coffee shop The croissants, cinnamon rolls, and coffees were all delicious, and he staff couldn't be friendlier. We will definitely be back whenever we're in town. read more

Pump Coffee - Pump Coffee is a short walk from the boardwalk. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Sydney was the sweetest and put me on with the secret menu!! If you love a sweet treat but need caffeine to get you through the day, this is the drink! LOVE this place read more

Pump Coffee - Morning Cacao with lavender - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

This is the most charming little coffee shop in Pacific Beach! Very inviting vibe with lots of seating both inside and out. The baristas are very friendly. A wide variety of drinks on the menu and the pastry I had was a concert in my mouth! Most delicious raspberry pop tart I've ever had! Be sure to visit this little place if you're in the neighborhood!! read more