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    4.0 (88 reviews)
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    Matcha milk with strawberry crystal boba
    Jan L.

    Saw their sign near Cheesecake Factory and wanted to give it a try. Menu was eye catching. They just opened for the day, so no line. I ordered a matcha milk with strawberry crystal Boba. It looked like Christmas in a cup and was very good! Two employees behind the counter were nice but spoke very quietly. Almost shy like so I had to strain a little to hear them. Gave them a Xmas tip in the jar! This will be a place to take my granddaughter next time.

    Natania C.

    Logo is cute. I like the design of the drinks. I like the number of options they have.

    Taro with taro crystals
    Klariza F.

    They have really huge bobas, but the quality in taste is not as good as other places I've been too. The boba tasted bad, not soft like most places I've been to. It was chewy, just not the right mouth feel. It was too sweet for my friend, but maybe he wasn't aware of a sugar adjustment he could have made. It's at a food court at the mall so there is a lot of places to sit and enjoy your beverage. I would recommend Teaspoon or Daboba versus this place.

    Char B.

    Cute logo, terrible taste. Couldn't even drink 1/3 of it before throwing it away. I got a green thai tea & it tasted like super watered down jasmine tea. The quality if super terrible. Would not recommend

    It taste like a cup of ice water with boba in it

    It taste like a cup of ice water with boba in it... come on a weekday lunch it's not busy.

    Bonnie Y.

    I love boba drinks and I've had them in many places throughout SD. Unfortunately this is the worst one so far. Strawberry smoothie wasn't made with real strawberries and very strong artificial flavor. The brown sugar boba wasn't made very sweet. The syrup sank to the bottom and not mixing well with the tea (not real tea). Their ice cream was good though but they didn't make them in house. I wouldn't come here for boba drinks again.

    Zen Thai Milk Tea
    Kysa T.

    I was at North County Mall and wanted to grab some dinner at the food court. I saw Tea Monks and couldn't pass up an opportunity to try a new boba spot. I ordered the Zen Thai Milk Tea. It wasn't prepared as quickly as I thought, especially with it being just me another person there but it was fine. Overall the drink was just okay. It wasn't bad but wasn't anything crazy either. Possibly tasted a little watered down. It is nice that there's a boba place at the mall now if you're craving some while shopping. Though I personally would wait to grab some elsewhere.

    Taro Milk Tea
    Sofia S.

    Love love Tea Monks! Love all their flavors but my favorite is the taro. My go to spot every time I'm at the mall!

    Betty Q.

    Fast service. Tasty drinks. Refreshing. Relaxing in the shopping mall drinking up my mango lychee milk tea. The iced coconut taro was ok too.

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    Michelle M.

    Looking to hydrate yourself with something sweet in NCM? Tea monks is where it's at. This boba spot offers many options for your bubble tea hydration needs. I usually hang out for my boba teas in central San Diego, I was happy to find this spot when I went shopping at the North County Mall. I was pleasantly surprised to see different flavors I've never heard of before so my friend I tried some of them. We tried the Mango Lychee Milk Tea and the Green Thai Tea! Both of them were absolutely delish. However, I tried my lychee milk tea with the balls and didn't really like them as I thought I would. Boba balls are always best when ordering bubble tea! If you're here reading this review, what are you waiting for? Try it out.

    Boba tea and mango  moon smoothie
    Cindy L.

    I haven't really try any boba tea cause (1) I was working in FB all the time (2) I just came back from a boba tea country ..... I think I'm lack of information myself about boba tea here ........ the picture catch my eyes and we order these two drinks , they are OK , not any surprises, the boba with my tea was a little overcook , oh the surprise was these two drinks cost me $16 !!!! OMG !!!!

    Matcha Milk Tea
    Aaron R.

    The flavors were great. The boba was nice and cheery and the tea was refreshing. The colors were appealing and beautiful.

    Matcha Milk Tea and Green Thai Milk Tea
    Idelle D.

    We frequent North County Mall often and after grabbing dinner at Red Robin we decided to skip dessert and find something sweet elsewhere in the mall. I always see the signs for Tea Monks so I thought to give it a try. The service was great, I inquired about the Green Thai Milk Tea and the cashier had me try a little bit of it first before purchasing. My husband got the strawberry matcha which was delicious but I need to get my own matcha to truly comment on it. I have high expectations for matcha from cafe maiko and em Coffee house. I enjoyed my green Thai milk tea drink and I love the cute little monk on the cup. I didn't get to try the boba but the lychee boba that my husband got was yummy and not too sweet. There is such a huge selection that I'll have to check in more often but for now I think I can confidently give them 4 stars. Thanks Tea Monks for providing yummy drinks to the north county mall! I'll be back!

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    Great and quick service! Shoutout Alan for the awesome recommendations. The Tiger Milk and Banana Blend are my fav!

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    Carolina is the sweetest! Thank you for suggesting the matcha milk tea, so delicioussss

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    It was a great experience with my server Carolina best tea i ever had in a long time. The ambience was amazing!

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    Best place for Bobalove that they blend my Thai Tea ‼ high recommended 10/10. And they have a 32oz cup hahaha OH‼

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    Ilustre Specialty Coffees - Dirty Horchata Latte and De La Olla Latte

    Ilustre Specialty Coffees

    4.8(62 reviews)
    4.0 mi
    $$

    My sister and I went to this cafe and were wonderfully satisfied with our drinks! It was almost New…read moreYear's Day and the staff member was extremely patient and warm with us. We came right when the cafe opened and were the only ones there so far. Even though the drinks can be on the pricier side, they are well worth it! I got the peppermint mocha and it was delightful. It wasn't too sweet and the taste was great. I would gladly return to this cafe. I love all the decorations and informative signs as well.

    I was scrolling on yelp for a good mom and pop coffee shop and found this hidden gem in Escondido…read more You all go not sleep on trying this place! You walk in and the vibes were so welcoming, clean, vibrant, comfy, and spacious. Loved all the details of the artwork and colors they put in to their space. Take time to read the captions of the photos on wall -- it made me feel so connected to the coffee shops origins! I love a good story and knowing the heartbeat of a business. I told the barista how I randomly found them asked her what was their most ordered drink? She told me the De La Olla Latte, Horchata Latte, and Blueberry Matcha. I was in a coffee mood so I went with the De La Olla Latte, got it half sweetened, with oat milk and got it hot. This cup of coffee was one of the best the had. The quality and taste of their coffee beans from Mexico do not disappoint! Also the extra flavoring for this speciality drink was so flavorful too. Well worth the taste, experience, and price! I also ordered a Cardamom Vanilla Cinnamon Morning Bun to go with it. My word the pastry was perfectly made with its softness and outside crunch, and the flavors were so well balanced none of it was over powering or too sweet. The barista's customer service was also so welcoming, kind, and took time to explain their drinks and any other questions I had. She put the cherry in top of my experience there. I am already looking forward to going back to try out their blueberry match or horchata latte! Plus I heard they have bomb conchas. Overall: 10/10 would recommend!

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    Hot café de la olla latte w/ whole milk

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    Dirty horchata latte

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    Culture Craft Coffee & Espresso

    Culture Craft Coffee & Espresso

    4.2(64 reviews)
    3.1 mi
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    Free parking
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    I'll never go back. I don't even understand good reviews here. The coffee is low quality, over…read moreroasted, cheap beans. The food is Sam's club premade packaged items they might heat up for you. Starbucks across the street would've been a better choice today.

    If it weren't for Yelp, I'd have no idea that this place exists. It's nestled towards the back of…read morethe Lexus dealership that also houses Vintana and a couple of other small businesses. They've got just about all you need from a cafe; plenty of coffee drinks, breakfast sandwiches and pastries. The pastries looked a bit dry but it could've just been because they'd been out on display for a bit. The two employees working there didn't have much personality but I can't really blame them. It can't be too exciting working at a cafe in the back of a car dealership. The building has a really nice interior, not very coffee-shop giving but if you appreciate pretty architecture you may like it. The food was decent, can't really go wrong with a bagel sandwich. The bacon could've been a bit crispier but it still tasted good. Coffee was alright, I would've liked it more if I had gotten a different milk, it's my fault knowing that almond milk doesn't make for a good frothy latte milk. Overall there wasn't anything too special about the place, but it certainly wasn't bad. I wouldn't go out of my way for it but I have preferences for everything I had elsewhere. If you do happen to be in the area though, give it a shot!

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    Culture Craft Coffee & Espresso
    Culture Craft Coffee & Espresso

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    James Coffee - My dog loves coming to James Coffee for the doggy treats and the attention.

    James Coffee

    3.9(190 reviews)
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    A quick stop for morning coffee turned into a lucky experience for my little leprechauns this St…read morePatrick's Day. We ordered the holiday special (Irish cream lattes) along with two perfectly warmed pastries. While waiting for our order, my kiddos enjoyed the quiet and peaceful ambiance; the shop had holiday coloring pages and markers available to keep the tiny humans happy. Our food and drinks were delivered quickly and absolutely delicious. The service was the icing; what an awesome start to our day! Five star shop with five star staff. PS: Thank you so much for the cute hot chocolate cup!!

    I wanted to give this place another shot, I know people love. I was in the area and popped in…read more I ordered a large hot non fat mocha. Which is my standard order. And picked up an almost croissant. They do not shelve non fat milk, but have oat and almond. So I went with oat. Two customers that came after me go thier drinks first. And when mine came up, it was lovely but not right. It was a cold mocha. They remade it. It was just a wee annoying, especially since I was coming here with the hopes of a mind blowing experience. The coffee was fine. The staff seem to know the local regulars and chat them up appropriately. The seating it still hard and uncomfortable. I'll try again one more time to see if hey flip my bippy. So far two stars for they way they interacted with other. One star for the pastry and the coffee mis up and late service was a - of stars. And my picky pastry folks (she knows who she is) would say it's not a true croissant, as there are cuts across the pastry... but it's buttery and flaky..

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    James Coffee - My first "coffee" experience with my kids. What a special experience! The hot chocolate gives them the vibe.

    My first "coffee" experience with my kids. What a special experience! The hot chocolate gives them the vibe.

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    Kettle On Grand

    Kettle On Grand

    4.1(619 reviews)
    3.6 mi
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    If you love cute coffee shops don't go any further! Kettle is a cute coffee shop with an extensive…read moremenu to fit any person's craving! With ample seating indoors and a dog friendly patio set up, who could want more?! The ladies at the counter who helped my husband and I were very nice and friendly. The menu was extensive and they even had holiday drinks for the winter season. I ordered a white peppermint mocha and my husband the toasted marshmallow mocha. We both gravitated more towards the peppermint mocha for the well balanced chocolatey minty coffee flavor. We felt there wasn't much of a marshmallow balance, but could be we both tried the peppermint and it just stood out more to our palettes.

    I checked out Kettle on Grand recently for lunch and found it to be a charming establishment. I…read morevisited the location on Grand Avenue in Escondido; there is another location in Fallbrook. The shop looks really nice inside, thoughtfully decorated, albeit somewhat uncomfortable chairs. I elected to sit at the bar but still had to order at the counter, that's ok. I was given a number sign that was never retrieved. Service was satisfactory, yet somewhat impersonal. I was there for about an hour, watching lunch time service unfolding. They were nice and busy but not suitably staffed for the orders it seemed. Everything just happened at a rather slow, methodical pace. I did observe a few patrons come up to the counter inquiring about their orders and complaining the soup was cold. I ordered the "California Club" sandwich, made with turkey, bacon, swiss cheese, avocado, tomato, red onion, pesto and mayonnaise. Comes with your choice of soup or salad. The sandwich itself was good overall. An appropriate amount of sliced turkey, tasty, crispy bacon on a substantial, dense bread with a nice chew. If there was avocado, it was completely indiscernible. Maybe it was smeared in with all the green pesto, I don't know. The salad was tasty, although haphazardly presented and excessively dressed. Since this place offers wine, I had a glass of Sauvignon Blanc. It was served in an elegant, tall stemless glass, unfortunately at room temperature. There is one restroom here, somewhat unkempt. In summary, a nice neighborhood spot with a classic coffee shop vibe.

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    Kettle On Grand - The space is spacious and well lit.

    The space is spacious and well lit.

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    California Club

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    Sunny Side Kitchen - Avocado eggs cheese sandwich

    Sunny Side Kitchen

    4.8(1.3k reviews)
    3.5 mi
    $$

    Today was my first visit and it was a very nice and quaint place. The staff was very friendly and…read morethey had lovely decorations for the holidays. Heard good things about the gluten free quiche, but wanted to try the Pesto chicken sandwich which I definitely recommend the Parmesan that they bake into the bread. It comes with a nice fruit cup and a delicious pickle. I also tried a mocha while waiting for my friends and they had alternative milks (oat & almond) if you need them. The best thing I tried was this amazing brownie cookie with peppermint pieces on top. AH-mazing!!! Would definitely return and will try and take photos next time,

    Definitely some good sandwiches with perhaps a too high of a price tag for what you get…read more This place is located in the middle of Escondido as a little family owned restaurant. They serve a fair variety of sandwiches and other little items to buy such as coffee and cookies. The location is small with about a total of 5 seating areas including both inside, and out. For service they're all very friendly since it's primarily the family owners who serve you. You go up to the front and place your order and they'll bring the food you order to your table, they do close early since this is a breakfast spot first and foremost, so expect to arrive early if you want to eat here. I usually order The Works in a half since a full size sandwich is well over $20, excluding any additions or substitutions you may make. The sandwich does taste really good, but it does come at a steep price. They've grown in popularity over the years, which may have influenced their pricing (by a lot) which in my opinion does outweigh it's value. While I do enjoy my infrequent visits, I can say this location is more of an occasional treat, as opposed to a constant meal to be had often.

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