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    Iced Americano
    Johnny N.

    A hidden gem, almost speakeasy-esque! This little cart is located within the Nobel Executive Center, a non-descript office park near Nobel Drive and the 5 Freeway. It's near the back of the complex, and has a good amount of outdoor seating. I had the iced Americano and sweetened it. The espresso was made really well, which made this a great morning pick-me-up. The menu also has a number of non-coffee items as well, with pastries on display. The service was spectacular, with the staff making sure that we were happy with our drinks! Definitely try this place out, and don't let the location scare you

    Strawberry Smoothie

    The definition of a hidden gem. This cute coffee shop is located behind a business building but it is worth the find! My mom and I stopped during our long drive home after seeing the reviews. It was really convenient for us because it is located right off of the freeway. The owner was kind and patient with us while we looked over the menu and even helped us find the drinks we were looking for. We ordered a strawberry smoothie and a cinnamon coconut latte. They were both really delicious and I was happy that the smoothie had some plant based protein in it as well. Overall an enjoyable experience and would recommend!

    Worth the detour!

    Worth your detour! Great coffee! Very friendly barista & very knowledgeable when it comes to coffee! He's not making drinks to make drinks!

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    We almost didn't find this amazing breakfast stop! It's actually behind the office building at the SW side and there's plenty of seating with trees for shade. Yummy smoothies! Friendly service. Very reasonable prices! Worth the scavenger hunt to find it today

    Carammel mach and mocha latte
    Andrea K.

    A truly hidden gem! Has great vibes and she is simply so sweet and pleasant! I will be visiting here a few times before leaving the area! The coffee was legit better than any of those big corps. Bold taste, smooth and hits the heart so good Thank you!!

    Açaí bowl and coffee
    Carly D.

    This place is a hidden gem! I was staying at the nearby Hyatt and stopped here for a quick breakfast. I had an açaí bowl and carmel macchiato. Both were delicious! I highly recommend if you're in the area.

    Such a hidden gem, Steven was the absolute sweetest! We were coming back from a conference and he made us lattes even though the shop was closed. The perfect afternoon pick me up

    Açaí smoothie is so delicious !!
    Laura P.

    This hidden place is the best option for a quiet coffee or lunch in UTC. In the middle of many big grocery stores and chain restaurants in the area is a gem to find a place that you can sit outside and drink your coffee while speaking with the owner (Michelle - a sweet heart). Shaka Java has different types of coffee, açaí bowls, smoothies, sandwiches, salads, muffins.. it's actually hard to decide what you wanna eat. The tables are all outside and the free WiFi makes it a nice work place!

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    i got the mexican mocha & my friend got the caramel macchiato and they were fire!! so good and highly recommend!

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    A place with good coffee, service, and scenery. Try the bowls or shakes. You cannot go wrong with them.

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    Really great little shop - tucked away behind the office park building. Good vibes!

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    Cute stop in La Jolla to get juice, coffee, or healthy breakfast/lunch items. For my first round, I…read moreordered beet juice and a medium hot Mexican decaf coffee. It was a nice ambiance to sit and enjoy your juice and coffee. We ordered quite a bit of items as we were waiting for another member of our party to meet us here. The bathroom is beautifully and nicely decorated but they are super strict about using the bathroom even if you are a customer as they had a bathroom (there is a key you have to ask for) "wanted bandit sign"apparently for vandalizing it....which I understand however When another member of our party came, we went inside and the line was so long we decided to use the bathroom before ordering more, we were in there less than 5 minutes and the owner/manager knocked and knocked, I came out and apologized and asked if she knocked. She did apologize but said other people are waiting. I ordered another juice and was going to order sandwiches and acai bowls but felt like we probably were at cafe more than an hour and out stayed our stay. I understand as a business you have to be strict about the bathroom and that is their policy however if it is a juice/coffee place your customers are bound to use the restroom several times especially if they are continuing to order. Unfortunately, It did turn me away to try the food which I actually was looking forward to as they did offer organic croissant sandwiches. We decided to just choose another place to order food. I'll have to think about returning as we are always in La Jolla for yoga.

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