Love this coffee spot! The coffee is ALWAYS spot ON! From the cold brews, to any of their hot drinks to their on the go cans to grab to take home or if you just prefer to drink out of a can ! My favorites are their cold brew flight & honey lavender latte! The service from all of the staff is always excellent! Adrian and Kendall are the best! Friendly, helpful and always with a smile ! This is a great place to work for a few hours as well it's never too busy! read more

Trident Coffee - Peppermint Mocha & Nitro Cold Brew sweet cream! Yum! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Imperial Beach, California

My wife and I both got the iced mocha and it was really good . Whatever there mix is it's strong . Also the people there are super friendly and just all around it's a nice vibe here read more

First time coming in and wow! The place is beautiful and the staff has quick and informative advice for any question regarding the amazing merch, the delicious coffee, and amazing, amazing food! If you're into coffee or food look no further. read more

Trident Coffee - Bacon cream cheese croissant and horchata latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Imperial Beach, California

Great spot for sugar free drinks. I feel like their menu is unique to other coffee shops and I believe most if not all of their food is gluten free. The location is welcoming and a nice spot to stop for a drink if you're on a bike ride or a walk . Dog friendly as well which I like read more

Came here for a wedding rehearsal next door at Salt Drift and decided to check out the Trident Coffee store front. Love Trident Coffee! Sebastian helped us out today and is amazing and super friendly! read more

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Super nice workers and a fantastic location. A lot of bicycles ride here to this area because it is right off a super cool path. Unfortunately, my husband and I both didn't like our coffees. They were lukewarm. I got the Mexican mocha which is my favorite back home, but it tasted like warmish milk coffee. We tossed them and wasted $11. read more

Trident Coffee - Great ambiance - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Imperial Beach, California

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Nice coffee shop next door to Novo Brewery and Rad Bikes. They put coffee, kombucha l, and an e-bike store all together with the strand right behind it for biking? Three of my favorite things all together. Service here today was pleasant. The gal working the register was all smiles with great service. Enjoyed my donuts and cold brew and will probably come back. Wi-fi was solid. read more

Trident Coffee - Saturday morning treat before an e-bike ride. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Imperial Beach, California

When in San Diego... One of the last time I was in IB I stopped here for a cold brew. I got some food too then, I wish I remember what but damn both were amazing! Im so excited for my son to be at the summer camp next door these next 5 days. It was a perfect way to start my morning today. They have lots of options to choose from for their drinks but not an overwhelming amount amount, thank goodness. The vibe is chill and calm yet with life, you can feel the beautiful southern San Diego weather with the great energy. There's something about the colors of the interior that make it more than welcoming. The guy behind the desk making our delicious coffee was super nice, good service is always the best. I got a good ol' ice chai latte, my mom got a London for and I'm excited to try my fiancés salted caramel cold brew when I get back to my moms house (our home for this week). They have awesome merch. Tomorrow, I think I'm going to get a cup I had my eye on today. All in all, I can't wait to be back I miss living over here. Sebastian and Michelle, you are absolutely AMAZING read more

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This is one of my favorite spots to grab a coffee and snack after a nice ride. The caramel apple butter brew was good and their protein donuts are great! Thanks Sebastian, Mackenzie and Ricardo for the top notch service and atmosphere. read more

Trident Coffee - Caramel Apple Butter - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Imperial Beach, California

I tried the Salted Caramel Mocha, and honestly, it was underwhelming. I was expecting a rich blend of house-made caramel syrup with milk and espresso or cold brew, but instead, it reminded me of Dutch Bros--too watered down and overly sweet. The whipped cream and chocolate drizzle felt unnecessary and amateur. I'm sure the other drinks here are fine, but I expect a strong first impression when it comes to specialty drinks. This one didn't stand out, though it has potential. TL;DR: Trident should consider crafting their own cold foam to elevate their specialty drinks. Using lower-quality ingredients takes away from what could be a great cold brew. read more

Really cool little coffee shop with excellent drinks and a relaxed vibe. Looks like a lot of cold brew options, which I assume is what they specialize in; however, you can find all the classics as well. They also have canned cold brews in singles and multi-packs options. Super friendly staff and I love the fact it's a veteran-owned business. Needless to say they offer military discounts. read more

Trident Coffee - Love the interior and open wall - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Imperial Beach, California

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When I first walked in- the whole place amazed me and made me feel like at home because my husband served the Navy as well the coffee soooo amazing especially their Nitro drinks, you gotta try them and you'll thank me! They do have substitutes dairy as almond and oat milk! Ohhhh not only that they got some those yummy PROTEIN donuts and mine fave was Matcha Green Tea- ohhhh I got addicted!! I love that they provide healthy options and whoever owns the coffee shop- you did great and thank you for your service!! read more

Trident Coffee - Coffee seating - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Imperial Beach, California

Right to the point: The customer service is terrible! We were up next in line so i approach the register. The employee says good morning and as I'm going to respond and mention my order, she walks away without saying anything. That was rude. It's my first time there so I'm taking a few seconds to complete my order. While I'm telling her my order she's giving me this annoyed look, very unwelcoming. Meanwhile, the other employee (the one making the coffee) finishes giving a drink and as soon as the customer who's drink he just gave walks out, he says pretty loudly "that lady was so rude." The person helping us tells him "you probably shouldn't be saying that out loud " as they start to laugh and whisper. This experience left a bad image of the place. The coffee: i got a latte with oat milk and an extra shot of espresso. It was a pretty good cup of coffee as well as the ambiance, it's a nice open space. Too bad the start of the experience was awful. For this reason I will not be returning to this establishment. What is the point of a good product and nice clean establishment if the service doesn't stand to the same standards. Coffee:**** Service:* Ambiance:***** read more

COVID review: I used to guzzle coffee at work. Now I have acid reflux, so coffee has to be an occasional treat. When planning my route on the Bayshore Bikeway during the Gordy Shields Memorial Ride, I noticed that Trident Coffee would be at the halfway point. I figured that it would be a good spot for me to catch my breath and get some caffeine. I had seen their menu and I was all set with my order: large hot Island Hopper (organic Papua New Guinea). Of course, I checked in to get the 20% discount. Well, I don't know if it was the endorphins or my relief to get out of the rain, but that was easily one of the best cups of coffee I've had out in a while. It was rich, robust, and flavorful without tasting overly extracted or too bitter. All they had in terms of indoor seating was one couch, but they had plenty of seats on their veranda. You will also want to wander over to the trail to get a view of the bay (I can't remember if there are any benches nearby). Next time, I may be tempted by one of the vegan protein donuts. Not exactly the Breakfast of Champions, but one should treat one's self occasionally. If you ride there from Coronado or downtown, you will have earned it! If only they didn't charge extra for non-dairy milk. They do have free wifi, and you get a free can of cold brew if you give them a Yelp review. read more

Trident Coffee - Cold brew and vegan protein donut - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Imperial Beach, California

Came here during lunch break since there isn't too many coffee shops south of San Diego. This is a great place to sit down and get some work done as there are many outlets. The staff here are patient and willing to explain the extensive list of cold brews too. I ended up getting the matcha latte which was smooth and not too sweet. I enjoyed the strong matcha flavor and would definitely recommend. There is an extensive selection of gluten free and vegan pastries which looked good. My friend got the raspberry bar which was too sweet for me, but I generally don't enjoy those types of pastries. Will definitely be checking this place out again! read more

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Excellent service, every cold brew has a great balance, my favorite one is the "son of a son of a sailor read more

Trident Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Imperial Beach, California

I've had house coffees, mochas, flat whites, and cold brews here and all are excellent. Fast, friendly service too. I've made it a go-to spot when I'm in IB. Going for a walk on the trails by the marsh after grabbing a drink here is a must-try. Just don't get run over by the bicyclists lol. read more

Yay finally got to visit Trident coffee which has been in my list for some time now. Trident kind of reminds me of Ryan Bros with the nitro coffee. I love me some cold nitro brew , but the weather the day i went called for a warm drink. I ordered the Mexican Mocha warm. It was a subtle mocha flavor, but i might have been due to me adding oat milk that i notice makes the drinks more of a creamy flavor. Drink tasted good still. Love their merch and the glass tumblers. Parking can be a pain in this area, but I am definitely coming back to try their blackberry cobbler latte. read more

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I like to stop here midway while bicycling the Bayshore bikeway. The coffee here is delicious! My server, Adrian, was very helpful when I was selecting which drink to get this time. I have bought their beans to take home with me on many other occasions, since I don't live close by and I like to drink my coffee while wearing pj's. I also like their protein donuts to fuel my ride! read more

Great service from Adrian! Nice atmosphere and great vibe. You can see the bikers and the water

Adrian crafted a delectable salted caramel mocha. Quite possibly, life changing. Wow!

All the coffees ive tried here have been delicious & very smooth. But the thing that really keeps bringing me back is their beef "empanada". The crust is so so good and crispy and I often find myself craving it! The location of this coffee shop is also very nice since theres a really nice trail where you can walk while drinking your coffee. Although its located near a busy boulevard this place feels so peaceful and is sorrounded by nature. read more

Trident Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Imperial Beach, California

I always get the son of a sailor but everything is good! And Sebastian is the best! Make sure to try the pastries. The honey lavender is really good specialty! read more

Trident Coffee - Sebastian is the best and the coffee is absolutely fire - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Imperial Beach, California

Great coffees/matcha. The barista, Adrian was the best. Very attentive and great service! I would definitely come back again. Thx Adrian for the great service! read more

I was assisted by Diego and Ricardo, who were incredibly friendly and attentive. They took the time to educate me on the cold brew options. We tried the honey lavender, and it did not disappoint. I highly recommend checking out Trident Coffee! read more

Trident Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Imperial Beach, California

This was my first time trying trident coffee, i've heard great things about them and i was not disappointed! their coffee was nice, strong and smooth. the service was also great, adrian was very kind and helpful! i would definitely come again!! read more

Good ambiance and nice staff !! :D Ayriana (one of the baristas there) was really sweet to us and the drinks were yummy ! read more

Trident Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Imperial Beach, California

Great service!! The shop is very clean and inviting. Adrian was nice and friendly and very helpful!!

Really cool local coffee shop right off the bike path. Met Adrian the barista, great personality , super welcoming, even after more than a 12 hour shift. Seemed committed to being friendly , knowledgeable and good spirited. Highly recommend. read more

Best coffee in San Diego and Imperial beach . Olivia is so helpful and recommended the cobbler latte which is my all time favorites. Highly recommended if you love coffee l. Also they offer a lot of Keto friendly donuts read more

Trident Coffee - Blackberry cobbler drink - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Imperial Beach, California

SUPER friendly, offered some samples of their different coffees on tap. Really good, smooth flavor. Not bitter at all. They also sell canned coffee as well. They do not have espresso but they do have a coffee that is fairly similar tasting. I wouldn't recommend trying to park too close as the spots are fairly close together in the parking lot. Better to park in one of the 'back in only' spots slightly up the street. read more

Trident Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Imperial Beach, California

Banana nut protein donut was so good and the nitro is delicious!! Everyone was super nice and helpful

found this hidden gem with my friend Sam the location is tucked away into a corner near a bridge & a little view of coronado & downtown! also they have the coolest barista Adrian service & vibes are 10/10 go visit him & check this place out! read more

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Excellent service. Great cold brew ,great location for chilling in south bay. Open air and clean. read more

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I asked for a latte but it was extremely strong, lattes are supposed to have 1/3 of expresso read more

Trident Coffee - Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Imperial Beach, California

Love every Trident cold brew I've tried so far. Thanks Paige L and McKenzie for hooking it up! Banana bread also on point if you're needing a sweet fix. read more

Trident Coffee - Damn the torpedos cold brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Imperial Beach, California

Adrian made a special effort to serve me with a big smile. I find that important with any business. The beautiful location is amazing. Thank you Adrian! read more

Wonderful ambiance, tasty coffee, and incredible customer service. I'm new to the peanut allergy world, so i asked if their pastries had nuts. The barista was unsure, so she went out of her way to call their supplier to verify if the pastries had nuts. She could have easily said I don't know and left it at that, but she went above and beyond. Because of this, I will definitely be coming back. Too bad I didn't get her name. read more

Every time I go to Trident Coffee, it is a wonderful experience. The cafe latte is always delicious and so are the keto donuts and bagels. It's really hard finding keto dessert options in the southbay and trident coffee is always my go to spot to find sweet keto treats for my husband. The location is also beautiful and you can take a nice walk along the bay. The barista is always extremely friendly and nice. Definitely a hidden gem in Imperial Beach. read more

Excellent overall. Be sure to stop by. Excellent coffee and nitro cold brew. They were nice enough to grind my French press coffee fresh.