Stopped at Vinaka Cafe for a coffee interlude during our pub-crawl, day-drinking adventure in Carlsbad. Good coffee, good service at a fair price. They offer sandwiches, pastries and other foodstuff as well. Vinaka Cafe, yeah, we'd go again. read more

Honestly such a lovely area! My friend and I studied here all day on Monday and hung out outside majority of the time. The WiFi was good, service and drinks were amazing. The staff were friendly as well. There's limited seating, but we found that many people came and go as the day went on. A lot of visitors were also tourists or people that went to the beach and were stopping by for a drink while they shop. Super chill, cute, well shaded area for a second story patio. Would come here again to lock-in for studying! read more

I love this local spot in Carlsbad, it's right in the village next to all the action and they have a fantastic menu of coffee, beer, wine, and pastries. A great place to hang out with friends or meet new ones. read more

Vinaka has been around for years, so clearly they are doing something right. The vibe inside is unique. The drinks are a bit overpriced; however, so is every other coffee shop in the village. Some of the staff seem friendly and other are not - though I don't come frequently, so perhaps it's only been my experience. Their breve is delicious though. read more

Easy, quick café, good for studying and coffee. It was a little hard to find upstairs on the second floor, but their bagels and sandwiches were recently priced and good, especially if you added avocado and bacon to them. read more

This review goes out for not being served... I love a local business and that they are. But at 7pm (not busy time for coffee) i waited in line for 10 solid minutes while I waited for one cashier to handle a group of 5. I understand that can be a lot, especially when people do not know what they want to order or have a lot of modifications, but there were two employees "shooting the sh*t" with someone at the opposite side of the coffee bar. I tried to get their attention, even sitting at a bar stool in front of them, but the "comradery" continued. I left without ordering anything because I was not even acknowledged, as an arriving guest, let alone waiting in line while there were more than enough staff to take my order. read more

I came around 6:30pm, and there was no wait. There were plenty of seats open too. I got a smoothie, and it was quick and good. My total cost was around $6. They have free wi-fi and outlets too for studying. They have food and other drink options too. The music is kind of loud, but you can also sit outside. read more

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Great coffee & egg croissant sandwich Service was great brought our food and coffee to our table read more

The first time we visited we had the, affogato it was good, I'd never had one before. Today a pretty good turkey and avacado sandwich. I asked for a 16oz ice tea, it was about 6oz in a small glass was charged a 24oz. I asked the Guy if I could have a to go cup and explained he gave me a small but charged me a large. He then explained to me the computer keys were not working right. Huh? I paid the large. He kept trying to explain it was the computers fault. I never ask for free stuff but I've never heard this excuse and I still paid for a large. read more

Vinaka Cafe - Computer charged for a large but I got a small like 6oz. I don't steal but someone does. And my husband tipped him ugh. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I was driving around Carlsbad enjoying the beautiful day and decided I needed a coffee...I stopped at the Twins Inn shopping center (yes, i know that's not what it's called now) and headed upstairs to Vinaka. The barista was friendly and helpful...she brought my coffee to me outside! She made a delicious breve latte with foam art! 10/10 read more

Just had the best lox and bagels here. Tender lox and fresh tomato, onions and lettuce. WOW. They did not disappoint. Also got the white mocha latte and it's delicious. Service was friendly and everything came out quickly. I sat outside in the sunshine and breeze. They've got plenty of seating indoor and out. Thank you Vinaka! read more

Delicious coffee, kind service and thank you thank you thank you for having a small kids area. We got to drink our coffees in peace and the kiddos had a great time. read more

Vinaka Cafe - Kids section - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I ordered a breakfast croissant and it was super flakey. The ingredients were fresh and it was prepared very nicely. The place itself is very cozy and warm. The outdoor seating is a nice touch to enjoy the weather while you eat. The barista was very friendly and helpful. read more

Friendly service, decent atmosphere. Their chai however is terrible. It tastes like an old persons airbnb.

The girl with the brown curly hair was so sweet and gorgeous!!! And the food was great!!

I love this place!!! Great coffee, pastry selections and the staff is super friendly! Indoor and outdoor seating. I heard they are struggling given all of the coffee competition having moved in around them. Please support them, you will be grateful that you did! They are upstairs above the Coyote Grill in the Carlsbad Village. read more

Great coffee and friendly staff. Coffee was exceptional, smooth. Cute little location read more

Vinaka Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Coffee is delicious/ decent sandwiches They are open when so many coffee shops are closed. Very good espresso. read more

Vinaka Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Vinaka is a hometown staple / one of the Villages Most Precious Locally Owned Businesses! Cannot even guess how many iced coffees I've drank here over the last decade. Friendliest staff, who take the time to get to know all their regulars. Great vibes with plenty of plugs to charge your phone/laptop. Plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors, strong wifi! Definitely swing by asap for a sandwich (vinaka sandwiches underrated!!) and a coffee or tea. read more

This is a great place to stop by any time of day! They have great sandwiches, coffee and beer! James chef'd up a delicious croissant breakfast sandwich! read more

Attention families with young children: The Village Fair in Carlsbad in general, and Vinaka Cafe in particular, is a great place to grab a delicious sandwich and drink ( Chai is to die for) and also have space to let your young ones play. Vinaka is upstairs with both indoor and outdoor seating. Also available are benches downstairs and a newly renovated play space for kids. In the same area are genuinely interesting shops, like Mermaids clothing. But wait. That's another review! read more

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I frequent this local business at least weekly (oftentimes more). It's easy to find good coffee or good breakfast, but typically not easy to find both - Vinaka has both! My favorite drink is the caramel latte with oat milk but I also really enjoy their Mexican Mocha and smoothie (the smoothie is amazing). For breakfast, they have great build your own breakfast sandwiches that you can get on toast, a bagel or croissant (I recommend the bagel). They also have excellent lunch sandwiches - my personal favorite is the turkey avocado. The ingredients all seem high quality and they are generous with them. Pro tip- you can call ahead and place your order on the phone so it's ready when you arrive! They also have a rewards system so you can accumulate points and get $$ off your next order. The service can be spotty (some employees are nice but others are just plain rude) which is a bummer but I still return for the food and coffee. Overall, It's exactly what I like in a local coffee shop - a chill vibe with indoor/outdoor seating options and great coffee. read more

Good food and coffee and a cute little kids area in the corner. Staff is super friendly.

This is a local gem. The coffee is great. The food is great. The service is great. The atmosphere is amazing, for a strip mall location. It's a cozy little hang out spot with polite employees and a cool crowd. It might be a little hard to find, but if you know, you know. I almost always get the veggie wrap and either a hot dirty chai or a cold beer depending on the time of day. I crave that damn veggie wrap and I'm not even a vegetarian. Good stuff. read more

The service, coffee, and ambience is amazing. I was studying all day there and the boristas were very nice. They went above and beyond to help me! This is my new favorite coffee shop. read more

Perfect place to get some studying done. There are several outlets here, but one many not be available, they're often bustling. The drinks are amazing. I usually get their matcha green tea latte with vanilla and caramel syrup. Their staff is always so helpful and friendly. Very welcoming ambiance. Perfect for a "naturey" coffee shop! read more

Vinaka Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

First time here today, and it was wonderful. It was a gorgeous day in Carlsbad Village too!!! I enjoyed a cup of decaf coffee and asked them to make it extra frothy - yum!! Perfect place to come enjoy a cup of coffee and read a book, come with a friend, bring your puppy, do homework. They have a bunch of stores around this cafe to go check out after (like that awesome Mermaid store downstairs - sooo cool!) Definitely recommend this place :) read more

Vinaka Cafe - Hazelnut decaf coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Absolutely, Endlessly, Wonderful. Food is great, workers are so sweet and always dressed/look nice. Adam took my order today and he was awesome. Every time I come here I am ALWAYS greeted with smiles and a kind attitude. My FAV spot in Carlsbad I'd come to Vinaka Cafe from Temecula EVERY DAY if I could!! read more

Vinaka Cafe - Cookies & Cream Single Scoop - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Really happy we stopped here! We walk often in Carlsbad village, so its nice to have great coffee options like this one. We got a white out iced latte, and the flavor of the coffee was great. All of the workers were working really hard on a busy Saturday morning, but it was hard for the 4 of them to keep up with the line. We had to wait awhile for someone to help us as the person working the counter was also helping with food. Some customers were getting frustrated, but they doing the best they could. Can't wait to try some of their amazing looking food sometime soon! read more

I had high hopes for this place I thought when I saw all the people there they would have a bomb coffee. I'm not a coffee snob but I def know the difference between good, better, best and I would say vinaka is just good. Shoot Starbucks is way way better Do better vinaka read more

This place has been a favorite of mine for 20 years. I would hang out here in high school and now when I'm in town. I make sure that I always stop by and get a drink. Try their seasonal special drinks. They're always amazing. read more

Nice environment and staff were super nice but my coffee was cold when I received it and it was pretty weak in taste to be honest. Greta place to come if you'd like to work on your computer or meet up to chat with someone however. I would maybe give it another chance read more

the people, the service, the ambiance, the food and coffee itself, absolutely amazing and truly speaks to the friendliness and hospitality of carlsbad itself!!! i love coming here to study in a cozy cafe, meeting up with friends, or just wanting to have a nice chat w the people who work there. read more

I have been here many times over the years, mostly to hang out and nightcap with friends. I've never really cared for the espresso drinks, blended or hot(the espresso flavor gets lost). Today I stopped in for a simple double shot, and it fit the bill nicely for me. It was smooth, with a perfect crema, although it lacked much flavor. While sitting at the bar I noticed why the drinks don't impress me- it's all Kirkland products, bottled syrups etc. Meaning, I can just go to Costco and buy ingredients to replicate their drinks at home. I prefer house-made syrups and locally roasted beans when I go to coffee houses. At least this is a great place to hangout and catch up with friends. The vibe is so laid-back and cozy. It's located upstairs from Coyote, which often has live music you can easily hear from here. The employees and regulars are always upbeat and friendly. (Don't come here looking for a quiet place to study lol). Actually, location and the employees are what keep me coming back! Pros: - location - super friendly vibe - inexpensive shots - al fresco patio Cons: - parking in summer and evenings - meh ingredients - no restroom; is inconveniently locked across plaza read more

Vinaka Cafe - What a great pull! Smooth espresso. You can see the reflection of some of the workers, they stopped to admire the crema lol. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Love! The food. The bagels, the cream cheese. Daily specials. Indoor and outdoor seating. Dog friendly. Relaxing. Smells fresh and clean every time. Chill. Nice employees who are willing to answer questions. I love all their drinks!! So yummy! read more

I needed a few hours to get some work done and it was in the late afternoon so Vinaka Cafe did the job because they didn't close until 7pm. I ordered an iced White Out, which is espresso with their special shire chocolate powder and milk. I found a seat at a high table that faced outside which was nice to be able to glance at the rain, and I was right by a power strip so I could keep my laptop recharged. The drink was the perfect level of sweetness, coffee taste and kept me energized for all the work I had to do. Why I can't give it five stars: A completely wrong drink was made and usually I'll just take the drink but it was very different so when I told the barista what I originally ordered she gave me a lot of attitude. The only seat that was available (which is great because that means it's popular and busy) was right in front of a giant mirror so it felt weird when I looked up (why is their a mirror in a coffee shop)? Last but not least, I think the bathroom key should be hung by the register, so customers don't have to keep asking to use it. I've been at coffee shops where they use a communal locked bathroom, and hanging it works perfectly. read more

Vinaka Cafe - White out - basically a white mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Quaint and cozy cafe in the middle of Carlsbad village plaza! I highly recommended their selection of beverage menu and specialty treats. Evening well spent. The staff is very friendly. read more

Vinaka rests in the cosy Carlsbad Village Faire and presents an enjoyable atmosphere from the moment you enter! The staff are friendly, prompt and professional and their coffees are outstanding. I have tried several things from there, including the mocha and the coffee was brewed perfectly and the mocha was not overwhelmingly sweet as it can be in some places. You can sit at the bar tables and watch the world outside pass whilst feeling that cool summery breeze flowing through. Of all the coffee shops I have ever enjoyed in California, this one definitely ranks in my top five! I would come back here again and again! read more

Vinaka Cafe - Cafe Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

I asked the barista what type of coffee they use, and I got a response with a smirk stating that they cannot disclose that information? Secondly, the white out latte is to sweet and you cannot taste the espresso??? Also after a few drinks the latte was flat! Not even halfway with my drink and it was flat. Very disappointed with the quality. The only good thing about my visit was the location. It is on the second floor inside Carlsbad Village cute shops with pastel colors and a quaint fountain in the center. If you need to use the restroom you will have to leave a DL or your cellphone so that they can handle you the key to the RR. Which is a hassle. Would we be back, no. So read more

Vinaka Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Carlsbad, California

Great service! I ordered the avocado toast and it was delicious. The 2 large toast slices had fresh, creamy, and plentiful avocado. The brown whole bread was lightly toast, fresh, moist and flavorful. I would definitely order this again. The cold brew coffee was good. It is a nice atmosphere for dinning, socializing with friends or working. I've heard this is a locally owned business. read more