Nice quick drive through spot for some coffee and açaí or pitaya bowl. Prices are on point…read more Tried: Funky monkey - good Vanilla latte half sweet - good, nice strong coffee flavor. Pitaya bowl - good Banana açaí delight bowl - good The bowls melted super fast (took it to the park nearby) so eat quickly!

1,2,3 bowls please!! 10/10! Must try!…read more *Support local spots!* I write a lot of reviews, and this spot stands out. The açaí has a great texture--thick, smooth, and not watered down. The balance is what keeps me coming back: fresh fruit, crunchy granola, and a rich base in every bite. Everything tastes fresh and well put together. Honestly, I'm lucky this place is only 3 minutes from home. It's an easy go-to.

A friend told me I needed to try this place. They were right. This fruit bar does not disappoint…read more On a hot day this would be the most refreshing place to go. All of their fruit for their smoothies, fruit plates or açaí bowls is very fresh ,not frozen. I had a strawberry mango smoothie with apple juice . The juice is fresh squeezed with no added sugar. My friend had a watermelon smoothies that tasted just like a watermelon! I will be back. I k ow my family will love this place too. It is casual and a quick healthy snack. The staff was very friendly and helpful with questions. I''m looking forward to my next Kravngs when I am in Santee.

I'm always on the lookout for a Mexican Fruit Salad restaurant and Kravings was my next one to try…read more I live 15 miles away (Mira Mesa) and saw this place earlier when I was last nearby getting gas at Costco. Their offerings range from smoothies, juices, wraps and salads. They use fresh ingredients. The granola that they use isn't the Mexican kind but for me wasn't a big issue. We ordered a Large Fruit Salad to share and a mango smoothie as well as a green smoothie for my wife. The establishment was quiet for the most part. It was Sunday late afternoon. And service was relatively quick. The food was served quickly enough and the portions in the salad was good. My mango smoothie was good and not over the top sweet. I am definitely coming back for more!

Ordered the PB Açaí Smoothie with extra peanut butter. Their smoothies are definitely thick and…read moreadding peanut butter didn't help that but the smoothie was still delicious. They have 1 size but well worth it for $13 There is a railing that people can lean against but you're definitely not going to sit and hang out here. It's an order and takeaway type of stand. Very quick service. They had 3-4 people working so even if they were busy, they would have been fine.

Across the street from Cowles mountain, on the corner. Friendly service and menu with variety of…read moredrink and smoothie options. Went in for the Acai smoothie. Most drinks are made with coconut water as liquid , opted to switch for orange (allergies and what not). Smoothie a bit on the thicker side, but good flavor. Price range similar to most smoothie shops. Fast turnaround. More of a pay and go, not much spade to sit and lounge around. But if you're in the mood to pick up a smoothie and around the area worth trying out.

I came to this coffee shop on a Friday evening for a card show/ trade show. The shop stayed open…read morepast their business hours and trading card vendors were set up around the shop. Inside the shop they allowed people to bring their own trading card collection to trade with each other. They had specialty drinks made specifically for the show, Pokemon themed. There's a good amount of seating inside and seems like a good place to hang out or study. They have different books and board games around the shop too. I tried two drinks when I came. I got the coconut matcha because it was one of the themed drinks but wasn't impressed with it. I probably should've known better than to order matcha at a coffee shop but I'm a sucker for coconut. For my second (redemption) drink I got the Samoa which was a mocha, coconut, and caramel latte. This one was delicious. It had a great coffee flavor with a nice smooth caramel companion. It wasn't overly sweet and not bitter at all. The baristas were all great too. My drinks came out quickly despite it being busy with the show. Definitely a great coffee shop to check out!

Becky and I only get fancy coffee from a fancy coffee shop if we are with people who want fancy…read morecoffee from a fancy coffee shop. Becky and I are not well versed in the world of fancy coffee, so we typically rely on those we are with to provide recommendations. Saturday we were on our own. We wanted a late afternoon pick-me-up and Kaffee Meister is a very short distance from our house. I walked in and was warmly greeted by the pleasant young woman behind the counter (I did not catch her name). I asked for two caramel iced coffees. She very nicely and patiently explained to me the different options of my generic "iced coffees" term. Lattes, cold brews, espressos, etc. Her recommendation was Caramel Frappes, so that is what I ordered. One with whipped cream (for Becky) and mine without. As I waited, I looked around the room. It was really cool. Very homey, neighborhood cafe vibe. A few tables and a couch and comfy chairs along with some tables and chairs dotted the room. The room was really nicely decorated. I liked the spiral staircase shelving. They have some outdoor seating as well. In addition to coffees, they offer a food menu. Pastries, bagels, açaí bowls, sandwiches and the like. I drive by Kaffee Meister almost daily and often I will see that they have live music which is cool. I waited maybe three or four minutes for my name to be called, and I was handed my two frappes. I like a simple cup o' Joe. Black, no sugar, no sweeteners. At home I drink Kirkland brand ground coffee from a drip coffee maker. That said, I really enjoyed the Caramel Frappe. It was not too sweet and retained subtle coffee flavor. Becky very much enjoyed hers too. Neither of us had ever had a frappe before. We were surprised by the milkshake-like creamy texture. They provided the perfect pick-me up we were looking for. About 17 bucks after tip. We'd return for sure.

My first visit to Fruitylicious! I had the Birria grilled cheese sandwich on sourdough bread, and…read moreit was an incredible choice. Esmeralda, who made my order, was so friendly and welcoming, guiding me through the menu and letting me know that the Birria grilled cheese is a favorite. Now, about the sandwich--wow! It was buttery toasted and packed with an impressive amount of cheese and meat, truly a delightful indulgence. It also came with a side of consomé for dipping, along with a refreshing lime slice, which complemented the flavors perfectly. Fruitylicious offers a fantastic range of options since they've transitioned from being a cheese grill sandwich place to a full-service spot with both Mexican and American cuisine. Besides the grilled cheese, they also have ice cream, shakes, fruit juices, and specialty drinks that I can't wait to try on my next visit. If you're looking for a delicious meal and a warm atmosphere, I highly recommend stopping by. You won't regret it and bring the kids as they have Jenga and Connect for fun for the family.

Went back to Fruitylicious for lunch. This time I chose the Birra Burritos for takeout. They…read moresounded interesting and I do love birria. The burritos were served as three mini burritos with a side of onions, cilantro and crumbly queso as toppings along with a cup of consommé for dipping. Upon arriving home, I immediately poured the consommé from the Styrofoam container into a real vessel that won't leach carcinogens into my food. I abhor Styrofoam. Then I tore into the first little burrito. Delicious! Packed with tender juicy beef and packed with flavor! The consommé was excellent. Rich and flavorful. I was only able to manage two and saved one for the next day's lunch. Excellent!

Cowles Mountain Coffee is an outdoor cafe that serves Acai Bowls, Smoothies, Caffe Calabria Coffee,…read moreand locally baked Pastries. AMBIANCE Outdoor café with exterior seating and a view of Cowles Mountain SERVICE Staff were friendly and helpful SPECIALTY DRINK 4.5/5 BANANA MILK COLD BREW Whole blended banana adds sweetness and texture, splash of half n half adds creaminess to this iced cold brew. PARKING Dedicated spots in the lot

Cozy little coffee corner. Parking can be rough, as you…read morewill probably have to park on a very busy road. This place is more "grab and go", but it has a few places where you can sit. Banana cold brew was delicious! And service was friendly.

Came here and got a cold brew drink called "Sumthing awesome" made with peanut butter, caramel and…read morevanilla. I was surprised that it was shaken in a cocktail mixer so it was more frothy which gave it a good texture. None of the mentioned flavors stood out over the others so it was well balanced and wasn't overly sweet which I appreciated. He also asked if I wanted coffee ice for $1 more. Ice made from coffee, never heard of that before what an idea! They are a stand alone small building across the parking lot that they share with Estradas Mexican Food. I loved that they were hand shaken. I'll certainly return to try other cold brew drinks. They also have smoothies and açaí bowls.

I've been here twice, and I have to say, the smoothies are really good. Unfortunately, I won't be…read morereturning. I believe the man I interacted with is the owner, and both experiences left me feeling uncomfortable because of the way he spoke to customers. His tone came across as extremely aggressive and rude. I'm all for supporting small businesses, but customer service matters. It's difficult to want to support a business when you don't feel like you're being treated with basic courtesy and respect. The smoothies themselves are great, so if you can look past the customer service experience, you may enjoy the product. Unfortunately for me, the way I was treated outweighs how good the smoothies are.

I like trying new coffee spots and so I checked out The Coffee Corner…read more I ordered the, "California" which is Espresso, White Chocolate and Caramel. I added Vanilla Cold Form with an extra shot. This was delightful. It was sweet, but not overly sweet and creamy. I really liked this coffee. They have a nice menu of coffee and a variety of styles with unique names. I want to try Milky Way next time because that sounded delicious. The service was very friendly and welcoming. This coffee is so cute. I love wood so the wood furniture is a great touch.

It's been a while since I visited, although for the most part everything was the same. Spacious…read moreseating inside and outside. They have outlets and comfy seats. The lighting is warm with a few plants here and there. The menu font is a bit small, I think they could benefit on having it slightly bigger or lowered a little. I've always been a fan of their chocolate orange mocha, but this time around it really missed the mark for me. Usually it would remind me of the Trader Joe's chocolate orange. We got the Iced 24 or 20 oz, I believe. I asked for the biggest they had. The chocolate tasted very light (reminiscent of a milk chocolate) and thin. I was able to taste the orange notes. The espresso was definitely lost in the drink. I wish the balance had been better, I do like the price of this drink though-- I thought it was quite fair! The girls working were kind and soft spoken. They got the drinks out in a timely manner as well. I'll come back, maybe to try a different flavor since there's multiple on the menu!

First time trying this place through DoorDash, and definitely won't be the last (need to visit in…read moreperson). Their acai bowl is so simple but it's perfectly portioned especially the Nutella on top. You get exact portion per spoonful. Their coffee is also very good I grabbed the 16oz hot Nutella latte with oatmilk it was also very tasty. I realize now that I was in a Nutella morning kick.

I found myself in San Carlos mid-day, mid-week. I was running between work and a hair…read moreappointment. I had barely had a chance to have lunch so was really happy to randomly see a coffee shop to grab a cold coffee on a hot day to bring with me to my hair appointment. Parking was easy and I walked into the coffee shop. There was no wait at all at that time. I browsed the menu and decided on an iced Simple Special which was basically an iced mint latte. I ordered it with nonfat milk I waited for only a couple of minutes for my drink to be made. During that time I saw that they were playing records and had several records for sale. That was really cool. If I lived in the area I would definitely hang out and listen to records while sipping on coffee. The reason for only 4 stars.... my charge was abut $8 which felt a bit stiff for only the 16 oz drink. It made me wary of what a 20 oz would cost. All in all, I had a good experience at The Simple Coffee House. My drink had good flavor without being overly sweet. I liked the records and the vibe at the coffeehouse.

The staff is really nice here and to no fault of their own, most of their teas are watered down…read more Their slushies / smoothies are decent so I'd opt for something like that if you come in! Their food is good so come in for some light bites. Small, intimate seating area. More of a take your drink and leave type of spot.

Came here on 4/15/26 to grab drinks with the kiddos, and while they thoroughly enjoyed theirs, my…read moreexperience didn't quite hit the mark this time. I ordered a chai, and unfortunately it was so watered down that the chai flavor was barely there. I really tried to stick it out (I'm not one to ask for remakes), but it just wasn't enjoyable--honestly felt like I was drinking cold milk. That said, the young man at the front was incredibly sweet and attentive. He didn't hesitate at all to offer a remake or let me choose something different, which I appreciated. I decided to try a strawberry matcha with clear boba instead. It was a bit better, but still not quite right--too much ice and boba, and not enough matcha flavor coming through. This visit didn't meet my expectations, but I still have love for this spot and will definitely be back. Next time, I'll probably be more specific and ask for more balanced proportions upfront. Overall, I still recommend stopping by--I think most people will really enjoy it.