The interior has depth, low-top and hightop tables, and is colorfully eclectic. Staff were helpful and friendly with my order FOOD Creative, flavorful options with Empanada: filled with savory beef and peppers Flaky pastry: Cheese and Berry filling Waffles: love the addition of berries I definitely need to drop by again. The drinks look super unique! read more

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Came here again on a Sunday for a meet up. Line wasn't long at all, I get nervous ordering as many others do. So, I forgot to mention the size I wanted, which is 10 oz. The lady working automatically put in 16 oz since I didn't specify. I would have liked if she asked me. And I also thought that they let you choose between 2 diff beans in the latte, but then again she didn't ask so maybe that was just a one time thing (the time I went with my brother, there was flavor profile breakdown and all that). Anyways, I got the $8.89, Iced Vanilla Lavender Latte with dairy milk. They don't accept cash unless they can around the number up (I guess maybe if you order non dairy milk it will come out as an even number? Idk). I think the price is not worth the quality that you receive. It was mainly milk and couldn't even taste the espresso. A very very faint lavender taste. I think they need to rework their vanilla lavender syrup, maybe look into some culinary grade lavender as that is super fragrant. Whatever they use or the ratios doesn't come through at all. Another thing I wouldn't recommend ordering is the matcha. My friend ordered his with a little bit of sweetener and he said he couldn't taste the matcha at all, and it just tasted like milk. It was disappointing. However, my other friends, rave about Torque Coffee saying it's one of their favorites. If you tend to order espresso, pour overs, cold brews, & sparkling espresso drinks -- Torque Coffee is a spot to come to. In addition, I think the owners are really nice and they do think of their customers. I saw that they added more seating and benches outside their space. And I believe the owner brought out extra chairs and a table for us to sit as more people started to arrive. They even had a little bowl of water for dogs. The interior had some things moved around and it felt more spacious! I think if you DON'T order lattes and matcha, this spot is the place to go for you. read more

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I stopped by Torque Coffee to pick up espresso beans for my husband after reading so many good things on Reddit about their customer service and espresso. From the moment I walked in, two people greeted me right away and made the shop feel super welcoming. The space itself is really cute, with a relaxed vibe and a few tables where people were working on laptops. I actually don't drink coffee (I'm caffeine sensitive haha), so I told the barista I had no idea what to pick for my husband. They have really well-stocked shelves with beans roasted in house, and you can tell they genuinely take pride in what they do. The packaging is beautiful, and each bag has a card explaining the flavor notes and where the beans come from. After I mentioned a few coffees my husband has liked before, the barista recommended the Dark Drop beans. He was so kind, patient, and helpful -- especially to someone completely clueless about coffee. While I was there, he also made me an oat milk matcha with honey, and it was really good. Smooth and creamy. My husband had been gone for work for a month, so I wanted to surprise him with fresh beans when he got home. He absolutely loved them and said the espresso was balanced, bold, and incredibly fresh. We'll definitely be back to try more beans, and I'll absolutely be returning for another matcha. Thanks again for the great customer service and welcoming atmosphere! read more

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A friend from work and I had just had a funny morning trying to get some boxes mailed out. Our first post office didn't open until 9:30, another one opened at 9, but though there was a worker inside, it was still closed and didn't open until 9:20...LOL! She: We need coffee! She had never been to Torque, so why not go here. And luck had it, we had parking right in front. Lydy asked if they had a lavender latte and was excited they did. I looked at the menu and the Smoke(?) sounded interesting...made with a non-alcoholic bourbon....hhhmmmm. I watched him make it and he also put a dash of bitters on top. I mixed it before drinking and man OH man! The flavor was WOW! I also had it iced. But I hope it's still on the menu when I go back! Great little spot! read more

If any coffee shop in San Diego knows its stuff, it is Torque. An involved owner makes a difference in any business! You will walk in to beautifully packaged coffee on a shelf. Not only beautiful but great tasting too. I picked up their salted chocolate for enhance my coffee! Enjoy a cup of Joe and put some money into the unique vending machine onsite for a novel trinket to take home to remember your experience! #SanDiego #TorqueCoffee #SaltedChocolate #VendingMachine read more

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STEPH JUDGMENT: Artsy neighborhood coffee joint with friendly staff. We were visiting some friends in the area who are fans of this place and they told us that they were running anniversary specials so we decided to stop by. I got a free anniversary coffee (forget which kind), which was fine, but the real star of the stop was their housemade "Pop tart", with a raspberry jam and vegan goat cheese filling that was out of this world! We enjoyed the eclectic artsy decor also and are fans! read more

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I went to a free cupping here and really enjoyed the experience. It's great to see coffee shops having direct relationships to the growers. These guys are serious about their coffee. Pleasant people. read more

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Came for their one year anniversary party (congratulations!) and they were giving out samples of their pastries and coffee. My partner and I both got the cold brew. Mine with the banana bourbon syrup and milk. His with Palo Santo honey and oat milk. They were both super smooth and the flavors were delicious and unique. Service was also so friendly. This feels like such a neighborhood place. Happy to support a small business! read more

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Every employee is knowledgeable and welcoming. The best palo santo latte I've ever had. Satisfying and satiating breakfast sandwich. A burgeoning third space with a book club meeting every month. And the merch!!!!!!! Cannot recommend this spot enough. Here's some more exclamation points for good measure!!!!!!!!!!!' read more

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Love this coffee shop. Not only is their coffee amazing, their staff is friendly and they aren't silent on their morals and ethics. It's such a cozy space with good vibes. Check them out! read more

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This place is for real coffee drinkers. So knowledgeable on how to make coffee delicious. Super friendly and knowledgeable staff, and with a hip sort of ambiance. read more

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May have found my new favorite coffee shop! Torque coffee has all the things you would want in a cafe... cute interior with pops of color (looking at you, sad beige coffee shops), a thorough coffee menu with fun food options, and of course quality coffee. I love that you get the option to choose what kind of espresso you'd like, you don't really see that in SD. I went with the Palo Santo Honey Latte which was delicious - super coffee forward with a hint of earthy sweetness. I'd definitely like to return to try the food too. read more

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This is a darling coffee shop on El Cajon. It feels really cozy and they have art you can buy from local artists all over their walls. I got the Palo Santo Latte and Impossible Breakfast biscuit - both were absolutely delicious! The staff was really kind and even offered an alternative to the guacamole on the biscuit since I'm allergic to avocado. Street parking was a little challenging but I went right in the middle of street sweeping otherwise it would've been better. Excited to go back, definitely higher on the list of shops in SD that I've been to this year! read more

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I stopped by their shop after learning about them from SD Coffee Fest and had the best experience. The barista Ole was friendly and skilled, they had free educational guides for home brewers like myself, and they happen to sell coffee-chocolate, which I'm always on the hunt for. I hate it when you can't taste the coffee in chocolate bars claiming to have coffee in them, theirs was tasty and truly gourmet--a local collab with San Diego Coffee Co. Plus, they've collaborated with Little Waves Coffee, which tells me they're a community minded coffee shop. I'll definitely find my way back here next time I'm in SD. read more

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This small establishment is a coffee lovers dream. The barista was knowledgeable and I decided to do an iced americano with Palo santo honey. Because it was free shot Friday I tried a Bahire espresso shot (notes of grilled pineapple, black currant, and red wine). Superb! This welcoming coffee house is all about building knowledge and has an abundance of socially conscious coffees for sale where they know and share who the farmers are. read more

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my friends invited me to join them for Torque's 1st anniversary party. the coffee was free, the music was playing and everybody was extremely nice. I am surprised I've never been here and I already want to go again and take my bf lol. in this day and age with hundreds of coffee shops around town it is actually hard to find decent tasting coffee-good service-good pastry combo coffee shop, but I am glad this is +1 in my list of new favorites read more

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There was a total of three of us. We love the rotating menu because we get a chance to explore and try new flavor profiles. They have their cult classics too. Today I ordered: "Via Dell'Amore Espresso + milk, strawberry & plum compote, citrus zest. Named after the world's most romantic walkway in Italy, this drink will take you on a journey of coffee love." AND I'm in love...how can a compostable cup be filled with such happiness and sings magic in my mouth. Other drinks ordered: Lemon Shrub based drink & Kyoto Love. All in all, the coffee establishment is at an all time high vibes explosion!!! Great, engaging, and super friendly staff members & strong espresso drinks--no fluffiness; straight to the point. read more

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Fantastic coffee, great pour overs, chill atmosphere, good service. Would highly recommend!

This isn't just a coffee shop. It is a hub and safe space for so many different communities and people. The shop really cares about the products they sell and put in a lot of effort to be transparent about what they sell and where it comes from. I first discovered them as a customer and was so impressed by the vibes and how other customers knew the staff. It felt really warm and welcoming. They have a great menu of coffee and other drinks. The coffee is so smooth and strong. I tried their homemade biscuits too. Sooo yummy. I then collaborated with them as a business owner myself to do a Baklawa workshop and catered one of their wine/beer tastings and loved how easy it was to work with them. A true gem that is positively different from the rest. read more

Great service and great coffee! So many selections and the price is great. Tried the bombon bean and it was fire! read more

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Great ambiance, coffee, and people. Can't wait to try it again. Let's go torque! Raiders all day read more

Such a great experience! A cozy little shop with an amazing variety of freshly roasted beans. The roast dates are easily visible on the bottom of each bag and there were about 10-12 coffee variety's available! The barista was incredibly friendly and he prepared my drink very quickly - it tasted delicious! I would definitely stop back in for more fresh beans and a coffee! There's maybe 10 seats in there and they were all full so it might be tricky to grab a spot to work from the cafe, but other than that, it's an ideal spot! read more

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This was probably one of the more interesting spots I've been to in awhile. It's small, but they have some cute merchandise and decor, like their vending machine with the most interesting variety of items. Lol Their menu was very different so we had a lot of questions, and the baristas were super helpful and friendly. I got one of their signature items, the Paolo Santo Latte, which was really good! So good I ended up going back a few days later to get it again! We also tried some of their pastries, which were really good. On my second visit, I did try their street fighter, and cherry head, and all I'll have to say, is you must drink these with a very open mind. It's really hard to describe the experience except to say, do not be expecting coffee that tastes like coffee. Overall I really like this place for its great service, and unique selections, and will definitely be coming back. read more

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Torque is a little coffee shop with a variety of coffee drinks, food, and daily specials pairing a drink and food item together. There were two customers seated when we stopped by but the two people behind the counter were distracted with whatever was going on back there. We had to repeat our order twice and weren't sure if we'd get what we ordered. Turns out we did. I ordered a hot figgy pudding latte which wasn't overly sweet but had hints of date, fig, and was cardamom forward. My husband ordered a large palo santo honey latte which he really liked (I wasn't a fan). I then ordered the souther biscuit warmed. The flavors were great, a bit chewy to be called a biscuit but a good roll. The vending machine with fun things to purchase is cute, they have a few tables to sit at, and sell beans and swag. They are eco friendly forward and I appreciated the cups and lids. Overall a pleasant visit and worth checking out. read more

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I just got two of the hot banana lattes and they were some of the worst lattes I've ever had. Expensive ($8.5), barely warm, milk not properly frothed, and had a weird, unappealing flavor. I'm actually kind of mad. read more

I had high hopes about this one but was pretty disappointed. I got the Naked Smoke coffee which promised flavorings of dark chocolate, date syrup, whiskey, and smoked chili brown sugar. I was really excited and thought I was about to experience a one of a kind drink but it kind of just tasted like a plain mocha latte. The BRAK breakfast sandwich was good and I really liked the Belgian waffle option for bread but it was quite overpriced ($10.50) for what I got. My gf ordered the BRIK sandwich and Flash Gordon. The BRIK was just okay but was really basic and also pricey. The Flash Gordon is supposed to be an iced coffee soda with Topo Chico. When my gf went to grab her drink the barista said "oh wait I forgot something, this is the best part" and then proceeded to pour an extremely small amount of Pellegrino on top, so the drink was essentially just an espresso shot with flat water which was disappointing. She should have offered to remake it after she acknowledged she didn't make it the right way. Also some points that would improve the customer experience would be to have napkins and water that are self serve. I had to ask for both and it felt like a burden to the employees who seemed really busy and it took a bit of time. Also, a more readable menu. They had the menu towards the register but if you're in line it's hard to see. read more

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One of my fav shops in San Diego by far. Staff are always friendly(especially Ole and Talya) and happy to help you find a drink you'll love. With a colorful and cozy ambiance, and 20% of the retail price of their beans going to the farmers who make running a coffee shop possible, what's not to love? They take the phrase "coffee is about community" very seriously, and it's refreshing to see! read more

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Torque Coffee has one of the best coffee in San Diego. I found this place by chance while I was driving down El Cajon Blvd. This coffee shop has an incredible vibe and the staff were amazing. They treated you like a VIP and you could tell that they loved their coffee. I ordered the Palo Santo Honey latte and it was delicious. I'm definitely coming back and will make this one of my go to coffee shops going forward. read more

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First off, what a cool little joint! It was so cozy that it's hard to believe it's all brand new! Loved the local art and the vending machine. Now for the coffee... I really enjoyed what I got! I had their banana bourbon with oatmilk and an extra shot, and it REALLY hit the spot! So yummy! My partner got their lavender drink which I had a sip of and also liked, but the banana bourbon was a 10/10! Service was also great, barista there were so friendly! We love supporting local businesses so we will definitely be back! Welcome to the neighborhood Torque! read more

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Love the idea to offer a build your own adventure coffee! With your choice of matcha or espresso and the amount of milk I thought was an amazing idea. Especially on days you want to change up your ratio. I tried the smoked Lucas, half sweet and it was quite tasty. Not too sweet and a little bit of a spicy kick which was very different for a coffee. The staff was super friendly and I loved the aesthetic inside, funky but welcoming, with some tables to sit and work as well as coffee bags and matcha for sale. Will definitely be back! read more

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The Walkabout App brought me in and I'm so glad it did because I feel like I discovered a hidden gem. I tried the palo santo honey latte and it was delicious. I also really enjoyed the vibe and friendly customer service. Highly recommend! read more

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Service was amazing!!! The friendliest baristas! The coffee was soooo yum!! Vibes are great read more

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One of my favorite coffee shops the coffee is amazing! I'm serious the espresso flavor is on point. It's strong and flavorful just how I like it. Staff is also super friendly. read more

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i've been wanting to come try Torque since i moved to the area, finally got around to it today and i wasn't disappointed! service was great. the inside is so cute and cozy. i am particular about my matcha and i assumed from their site that i'd love it and i was correct - it's great! got their beans for home to try and i can't wait. i'll be back very soon! read more

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What a coffee gem! I found this place due to ClassPass and am happy I did. I have tried their cortadito and their palo santo, both executed perfectly. Both balanced very well with milk and sweetness, and espresso was smooth. They have a wonderful and robust selection of interesting beans, and chill atmosphere. Best of all, they use biodegradable cups. Really cool spot, highly recommended for any coffee lovers. Staff and service are conventional, not unfriendly but also not necessarily friendly, and space is small, but cute and well decorated. read more

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Came across this place by a Google search and glad I randomly do searches so I can find new coffee shops or reminders of places I've been meaning to try out. This place caught my attention for the vegan options offered. I ordered the VcGRDL waffle sandwich and the figgy pudding (warm) coffee. The sandwich was good you couldn't tell it was vegan. They do put syup in the sandwich so if you don't like super sweet for breakfast food maybe ask to put a little syrup. The figgy pudding coffee I wasn't a fan off. Coffee was definitely present, but had a bitter taste to it. Not sure what flavor I was expecting with a spiced fig coffee, but I didn't taste fig. Service was amazing and the barista very helpful and patient with my questions. Place is dog friendly and even has a vending machine that contains doggy treats. Awesome neighborhood gem that I plan to come back to try other options. Also, they are participating in the Boulevard Coffee Tour in which you visit/purchase coffee from the participating locations (stamped on a passport card) that enters you into a drawing to win different prices. read more

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I had to come back to leave another review after trying what I think is one of the best breakfast sandwiches I've ever had. The VcGRIDL sandwich is absolutely DELICIOUS. I am so surprised I liked it this much considering I'm not usually the type to mix my sweets with savory. First off, the Belgian waffle was made to perfection. What fully blew me away was that fact that this is plant based! I'm not vegan/vegetarian but I legitimately could not even tell that I was eating something plant based. I also tried the palo santo honey latte. This was a really unique tasting coffee and it wasn't too sweet, which is how I prefer it. The palo santo gives the coffee a very Smokey flavor. In a way it reminded me of drinking a cocktail with mezcal in it- but the coffee version. I've never had anything like it. This coffee shop is really special. The people who work here are so lovely and you can tell they are passionate about what they do. I can't wait to come back and try out more things on their menu! read more

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Feeling slow and Need a caffeine fix? Torque Coffee opened shop recently offering coffees, teas, drinks and goods. Located in an area that's a tad rough, as this side of El Cajon Bl has many auto repair shops but Torque is a welcomed addition to the neighborhood, which will slowly improve with new businesses. Limited street parking. Upon entry, I was greeted cordially by the staff; the owner Andy and his son, along with Taylor the barista were friendly and cool. A bench outside and limited indoor seating available. The space inside is smallish and the decor is basic not fancy, perhaps good for work/study session. Not much pastries offered; only their 'Torque' branded sugar cookie and muffins which looked burnt :( Wish there was more baked goods offered. A double espresso with Palo Santo infused honey caught my interest and that's what I ordered. The barista was nice and served it in a demitasse ceramic cup and saucer, which was a nice touch. This espresso tasted bold, smooth, not acidic and the Palo Santo was like a smokey vanilla note, gave me a caffeine perk. So if you're feeling sluggish slow, you're in the area and need more than a caffeine perk, this coffee shop has the coffee drink with force, Torque! read more

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Amazing coffee from names of gum drop coffee beans to a delicious orange blossom coffee a must ! Try! Come in wow! Man I found an excellent spot for a fresh outlook in coffee. Damn good. read more

My favorite local roaster because of the way they source coffee and the values they represent. I feel safe here as a Palestinian.