My favorite cafe in SD!! I highly recommend the hojicha cloud, which I've ordered probably over 20…read moretimes this year and it's always consistent. Their coffee-based drinks are also well balanced and it really feels like the owners are crafting creations that excite the tastebuds from independent coffee bean brands. There's usually a long line during peak times (like lunch rushes and the weekends) but the staff are very quick at making drinks without sacrificing on quality. You can usually grab a seat in the front or back area, which also has enough room to study. I love how they're throwing more community events to bring people together.

This rating is solely for the matcha, because I am a matcha snob. I got the Mia-More Matcha, which…read moreis a honey earl grey lavender matcha, and the syrup was SO good! It was floral and sweet without being so overpowering that you couldn't taste the matcha. The matcha itself seemed to be really good quality, too. It was a beautiful, bright green, and they definitely didn't skimp on the matcha. However, it was grainy and lots of matcha would settle to the bottom even after I stirred it. It just needed more whisking because I was hoping for a smooth, creamy matcha, and this just wasn't it. Also, they only offer one size for their drinks, so if you're a thirsty hoe like me, you're out of luck. Overall, I was impressed with the quality of the matcha but not the preparation. Maybe it was just an off day, though! I promise I'll be back to give it another try. As for everything else, this is such a cute, quiet cafe with a bigger seating area in the back. They have a variety of pastries, savory empanadas, and drinks ranging from matcha and hojicha to coffee and fun options like tonics. My coworkers got the honey cinnamon latte and hojicha cloud, and they both enjoyed their drinks! I got the ham and cheese croissant, which was really good, but I wish it had more ham and cheese. My coworker got the lox bagel, which was gorgeous and loaded with toppings, but it was a little bland. Overall, I really like the vibe of this place, and I'll definitely be back to give the matcha another shot!

POS is a little odd. Poor seating. Coffee is excellent. Would have preferred to be greeted with a…read morefriendlier response. Very fast.

So good! Matcha is such good quality and always consistent. I love the traditional iced matcha…read morelatte and it's perfect every time.

Really loved visiting The Forum Coffee in Clairemont! The interior is amazing, super cool, modern…read moreambiance with plenty of space to sit down, plug in, and get some work done. The staff was super friendly and made great recommendations, too. We ordered the JavaScript matcha (jasmine green tea topped with matcha foam) and the Banana Bread latte, and both were delicious and uniquely crafted. Definitely one of the best study/work cafe spots in the area. Will be back for sure!

Strawberry Matcha Matcha Biscoff Pumpkin Cream…read more The Forum Coffee is a wonderful place to socialize or do work in! There is plenty of seating and some chargers if you're by a wall (which most seats are against a wall). They have a good selection of flavor options and have their seasonal fall flavors right now! The drinks were actually really good and the foam was super delicious. The drinks also came out pretty quick! I definitely recommend this cafe in SD!

Yum!! I was so impressed by this place, it's been on my list to try for a year now!…read more I came on a Friday night (8pm) and ordered the chai latte. I prefer drinks that are little to no sweet, so the barista suggested just getting a little less sweet. The tea aroma was very strong, blending nicely with the spices on top!! Also the toasty, warm crunchy knafeh was sooo good. Wasn't super sweet too (esp compared to baklava). The texture on the crunchy top and chewy/soft bottom (cheese!!) was sooo good. I need to come back and get it. Also the two staff members were very, very kind!! Super cozy interior.

This place is AWESOME! Visiting from out of town and found this hidden gem across from my work…read moremeeting. I tried the seasonal Basbousa latte and Bastirma & Cheese croissant. The Basbousa latte tastes like vacation in a cup with undertones of coconut cutting through the caffeine. I paired it with a Bastirma & Cheese croissant, which was the perfect savory to my sweet coffee. Bastirma is like prosciutto and the cheese was a bit of smoky flavor -- mix it into a flaky buttery croissant, and it's almost like you're in heaven.

If you're stopping by Terra Bella Nursery, grabbing a coffee from Selva House inside is a must! My…read morebf and I have been a handful of times, and it's such a cute, unique spot. Coffee: My go-to is the Bee Yourself, their honey cinnamon latte. I love trying honey cinnamon lattes around San Diego, and this one is easily one of my favorites! Sometimes there's a line, but the drinks usually come out pretty quickly. Service: The staff is always friendly, which makes each visit that much better. Ambience: Being surrounded by plants and unique decor makes this such a beautiful place to sit, read a book, or hang out for a bit. I love how the decor changes with the seasons, so there's always something new to enjoy. We've also always found plenty of parking, which is a huge plus! Definitely a must-stop for coffee and plant lovers!

my friend and i checked out this cafe/plant nursery while visiting san diego…read more - the cafe was decorated with many plants and trees while connected to a plan nursery with even more plants and trees. there were a lot of tables for seating and there was a dj that was playing music was overhyped - we got the funny business matcha and the queenie. the funny business matcha (3.5/5) tasted way too strongly of cinnamon and i barely tasted the matcha that it ruined the drink for me. the queenie (4.0/5) was better but the matcha was a little bit powdery. we waited roughly 20 minutes for our drinks even though there wasn't that many people during the time we were here - the servers were nice and helpful to our needs. there is street parking and a mini parking lot at the plant nursery area. the nursery area was also very spaceous and it was a nice place to walk out while drinking our drinks. overall, this was a nice cafe to try out in the san diego area

I love going to this place. The milk tea and options they have here are very different than the…read moreusual. I also like the vibe here. Valencia helped me today. She was very attentive and friendly. Would recommend!

I really enjoyed this spot the last time I came here for boba. This spot is authentic and the tea…read moreflavor is strong. What I love about the spot is that you can sample all the different drinks. The ones that I've tried, the Dark Phoenix was the best, but I really liked the Duck Shit as well. The boba shop is really cute overall and it's a good study spot if you need one. Thank you to Lena, Julia, Justin, Joshua, and Izzy.

We've been wanting to check out Long Play Hi-Fi for a while, and after finally finding it (which is…read morepart of the experience ).. It's got this hidden, almost speakeasy vibe. You ring the doorbell, wait patiently, and once you're inside, you realize this isn't your typical coffee shop. It's a place to slow down, enjoy the music, and savor your drink. Monique and Danica were both amazing. They're warm, welcoming, and you can really see the passion behind what they do. Danica is also the DJ, and her eclectic playlist made the whole experience even better. One of my favorite parts was just sitting there watching our drinks being made. You can see the care and craft that goes into every cup...even the Kuramoto ice is beautiful. The Matcha Americano completely changed my perception of matcha. The Kyoto cold brew pour-over was fascinating to watch and incredibly smooth. We loved it so much that we came back the very next day. This time I had the Midori, and my brother-in-law loved the Highball, especially the yuzu. No laptops. Trust the DJ. Drinks are meant to be enjoyed fresh, so take your time. If you're looking for a quick coffee run, this isn't it. But if you appreciate great coffee, good music, and people who are passionate about their craft, Long Play Hi-Fi is absolutely worth the visit.

Came on a Sunday afternoon with no wait, just stood outside without ringing the doorbell and…read moresomeone let us in after less than 5 min. (Dw, from the inside, you can see outside well) Drinks were really good and carefully made, song selections were unique! We ended up chatting with one of the customers there too. Chill atmosphere 10/10 recommend. There's also free wifi here, signal isn't very good. :) Parked in free street parking about a min walk away.

Asa is my cafe dream come true. I've never been anywhere with a selection quite like this: cinnamon…read morerolls, donuts, chicken katsu sandwiches, Hayashi rice (a Japanese comfort dish I'd never tried before), hojicha lattes, soft serve, and on and on! We snagged a four top for the two of us and it served us well as a workspace for the morning. I wish I lived nearer so I could visit often and sample every single thing on the menu.

Went during the week at mid afternoon and it was not busy at all. The service is always good. On…read morethe weekends it gets so crowded that you sometimes can't find a table unfortunately. This time we only wanted coffee but couldn't resist this sweet treat (Coffee Float) The coffee was cold brewed and it was topped with vanilla soft serve ice cream. It was delicious! I just wish the soft serve was creamier. Since it's near Downtown San Diego, parking is always a challenge.

I love the service here. The staff were fast and the store was so cute! The tarts are a decently…read moresize so you get what you pay for.

Tried the matcha mango sticky rice affogato today, was delicious! The person at the front was very…read morehospitable!

Visited Coco Bomb mid-May. It's truly the place to be for a coconut lover such as myself. They also…read moresell a few of their items at the OB Market on Wednesdays. Service was very kind! There's a good amount of parking surrounding the area, just make sure to read the signs. Everything I've tried was refreshing and just what I needed for that day!

Super good desserts…read more Cleanliness and consistency is the issue First few times I've had the original I had so much coconut shavings and mango and coconut milk and when I ordered side of rice it was a good amount Today it was small amount of rice with a few drops of coconut milk and 3 piece of coconut and 4 pieces of mango it's not like my first 2 times And my ice cream part didn't even have coconut milk If you go here it will randomly be good. Cleanliness especially bathroom looks really dirty and unorganized. As busy as this place, they need to clean up and add more quality place to hang out in. Still very good desserts, like I said the issue now is consistency and cleanliness Thank you guys