32 Best Coffee Shops in Carlsbad

“Excellent Decaf Americano. Definitely the best I've had while visiting San Diego.Chill atmosphere, and personable service.Note: I noticed on the way out that there was a pathway from the main drag. Just look for the metal gate - this makes the shop much easier to access, if you're not coming up from the beach :)“

“Times being what they are, I ordered a few pints for delivery. I'm near downtown San Diego, so the pints were delivered on a Thursday. The gelato was excellent, very flavorful and yummy. The packaging was also excellent. They offer contact-less delivery, but I happened to be outside when the driver arrived. Driver was incredibly courteous and friendly and taking appropriate precautions (wearing a mask and etc.). Wonderful experience. Will order again and will visit the store in future.“

“We ordered a four layer birthday cake filled with Bavarian cream. It was absolutely delicious. We also bought croissants and an apple strudel, which were heavenly. Everyone at the party raved about the cake. I highly recommend this bakery and am eager to “

“Always wondered this place when visit flower fields. Glad we tried. It has a vast variety of different cuisines to choose from. We tried the Lobster Lab. Definitely worth it. We had Lobster roll, crab roll and lobster bisque. Delicious meat , generous portions. It is not easy to miss the giant windmill , give it a try.“

“barista dexter was very kind and explained the different coffee flavors. i was not sure what to get and he assured me that if i didn't like it, i can switch it for something else. very good customer service and welcoming aesthetic place. the donuts look very good and they have nice greeting cards!“

“My Brother-In-Law gets his coffee beans here and recommended. I was able to see Doug at work roasting the beans. Our favorite local coffee roasters. Tried a hot espresso latte and it was very good. Ended up buying a small bag of Snickerdoodle coffee in a small bag and fired up the Moccamaster and home the next day and it was very flavorful. You will love La Costa Coffee Roasting!“

“This place is a little piece of heaven!If you want to ease your attached child into being comfortable around other children and adults (without mom/dad), this is a great place! My daughter loves the activities they have here and love the caretakers. They are so sweet and gentle, one can tell they really care for the kids that come in. The staff are amazing and have been really accommodating and helpful!The cafe is so cute and the drinks (good matcha!), and baked goods are scrumptious! I have also had my nails done and loved them. Overall, everything we have experienced here has been great!Highly recommend this place!“

“This is mainly for their amazing pastries! Not only are the huge and beautiful to look at but the taste is wonderful!! Their price is reasonable compared to many other coffee shops or cafes around. I got the Nutella croissant and it was heaven! Will be frequenting more for sure!!!“

“Very comfy space, cool decor and very tasty cups of coffee. Large selection of varieties (blends, single origins, varietals), including coffee equipment as well. The batista was extremely nice, he even gave me and my two buddies a taster of another coffee after we all got our cups. Can guarantee you will be amazed with their different coffee cups. I will be coming back again for sure! “

“Cafe Topes was super busy when my friend and I came for breakfast (Saturday at 11am, duh it's busy!) but the service is so quick and efficient we were in and out in thirty minutes. You order at the front, the person who took our order was super helpful and friendly (I wish I got his name) and made great recommendations. We got the crack breakfast burrito, the 222, and two delicious lemonades. The food came out incredibly fast, piping hot, and super yummy. We really enjoyed the inside seating, although the outside is just as nice when it's not rainy! Would go again, and probably will soon!“

“Very cute boba tea place located in La Costa Town Square. Walked in and saw a good amount of small tables to sit at and a couple iron tables outside as well. The menu was on the wall by the front counter/register. Made it easy to decide what we wanted while we waited our turn to order. There was also a self-service kiosk by the entrance as well-which we initially didn't notice. There's a good amount of various drinks, offering only one size, and price is comparable to other boba tea places. There's also a case of baked goodies at the front counter as well. The girl working was very nice and friendly and even though she was by herself, she was very efficient in taking orders and getting the drinks out in a timely manner. We tried the Creamy Jasmine milk tea with boba and the Taro Lover with chunks of taro. They were both very delicious! With the perfect amount of sweetness according to both our tastes. I also appreciated that the girl made sure I was ok with the taro chunks that come in my drink, the Taro Lover. All in all, we had a great first visit and happy we decided to try this place. We already plan to go back in the following weeks to try more of their specialties.“

“The cutest spot! Different vibe from the og location in San Marcos but change is never a bad thing! Super clean with a good amount of tables, and seats next to outlets which makes the perfect study spot! The coffee itself is amazing and the service is always great and quick. Super friendly staff and overall the best cafe around“

“Perfect hash browns! Now that's a sign of a great restaurant! Terrific atmosphere, warm service and delicious food! Eggs Benedict was nicely done. Hubby had the carnitas Benedict and it was a big hit! Definitely will be back for another breakfast treat!“

“I love Happy Lemon, can never go wrong. They adjust sweet level / ice, and the drinks taste great. I usually get the C4 (Kumquat, no lychee) and it's such a treat friendly staff as usual, and most locations I've been to are usually busy. Their waffle puffs are also so gooood... this location in Carlsbad is perfect, at the mall.. grab your drink and shop! Great vibes!“

“Wow! How awesome that there’s a Paris Baguette in North County. I loved the coffee shop vibes, the cleanliness of the place, and the amazing pastries they offered. There are many 2-4 person tables (indoor only)— I saw many working on their laptops there. The line for the cashier moved fairly quickly (shout out to Remy!).I went at 5pm on a Sunday and everything was still fresh. It’s the type of bakery where you pick up a pair of tongs and you load up either your tray or a to-go box. They offer a slew of pastries, donuts, tarts, croissants, along with savory items like croquette, wraps, and sandwiches. My personal favorites were the Very Berry Pastry, Fruit Bite, and the Jumbo Twisted Donut.By the register, they offer cakes whole and by the slice— my favorite is the Mocha Cake. They also have a pretty hefty drinks/coffee menu.I only ordered sweet items this time and I’d love to come back to try out their savory options and their drinks!“

“Wonderful espresso macchiato! I asked for an espresso with a teeny bit of steamed milk. Cafe Mexicana was divine! Love the plants and the artwork inside. Also has outdoor seating. Staff are very nice. Just found this place yesterday. We will definitely be back. ❤️“

“Phenomenal experience here. There wasvery professional and nice, has a great patio area for kids and families. I truly believe one of the best coffee the county.The location is busy, the staff was working in effort to produce all the orders in a timely matter.Kid-friendliness: There’s an outdoor patio grass area for kids to run around“

“This was hands down some of the best coffee I have ever had. The service was amazing and I would 100% come back. This place is such a hidden gem! The three legged doodle hanging around was the cherry on top ;)Kid-friendliness: Perla is so sweet to put little one and makes her feel so special!“

“I eat bagels way more than I should and I know that everyone has.different tastes in bagels but I promise, you will not be disappointed with inglorious bagels. I just had their cheese bagel toasted with cream cheese and sliced tomatoes and it was a 10/10.“

“This is a small but lovely cafe filled with couches and other seating arrangements that make it feel warm and cozy. The one thing to note is this is ON a Church campus - which we were unaware of when going. The staff was friendly and the drinks were incredible. I had the lavendar lemonade as I don't drink coffee and it was quite tasty. But, we did feel as though everyone was staring and making us feel slightly unwelcome as we were not members of the church. People seemed to wonder why we were there, so something to note if stopping by!“

“I ordered the iced Left Coast latte and if I lived out here this would be a spot to return to. The area it's in is nice, and the staff is even nicer. It's definitely an area I'd come to just to grab a coffee and hangout outside. The service was quick as well.Parking: It's in a shopping center with shared parking, you may have to park further in the lot if the up front spots aren't open.“

“Always want coffee and found this spot hidden within other shops and what seemed to be apartments, well it turned out to be great! Little hard to find but once you do it makes sense. The staff was good, helpful and nice. It's tiny little shop with little room so definitely not a sit and enjoy your coffee type spot. The lattes were good but not great, the foam decor/art isn't their thing for sure. While not a must it's always a nice touch. Not sure I would come back for sure but in a crunch I wouldn't stay away.“

“Matcha Latte! Whether it's after a long run or just out with a friend durning an early morning, Matcha Latte! The service is always quick and friendly, plus what's better than modern black aesthetic decor? Probably... a Matcha Latte :)“

“This is a very nice pancake house and you can't go wrong with any of the breakfast items. I assume their strong suit is breakfast but I suspect the lunch options could also be quite decent. The omelette and waffles I got were great, but the one thing I absolutely recommend getting is the pancakes, even if it's just the plain version of it.“

“Discovered this gem of a coffee place tucked away in a corner by JCPenney at the mall, and it's become a new favorite. Their vanilla and caramel lattes are top-notch, hitting the sweet spot just right. The abundance of seating and tasty snacks make it a perfect spot to chill or catch up with a friend. I also totally love the abundant coffee-themed decor scattered all around - it adds a cozy and inviting vibe to the place. Very polite and friendly staff as well. Definitely worth a visit if you're in need of a caffeine fix or just want to enjoy a relaxing coffee experience while you're shopping at the mall.“

“This is my favorite brunch spot in all of north county! I come here all the time and I have never had a bad experience. The staff are almost always friendly, and the food never misses. I love that when I order to go the quality doesn't change! My favorite item is probably the French toast (coconut crusted) and the avo toast! I just can't seem to get enough. They also make a variety of speciality mimosas which are so good! I love the lavender one! I love the outdoor dining in experience so much with the larger dining area.“

“There's live jazz music every Friday and Saturday night. They have a new food vendor every Friday night that makes dinner. Besides this it's a great place for meeting anyone, because they have a drink for everyone, wine, coffee, soda, champaign. Anything you like. Anyone would be happy.Parking: It's right next to the coaster station in Carlsbad so it's the best place to park because there's plenty of parking. And then you can walk to Baba. There's also street parking, but more limited.“

“We have stopped here a few times this week while on our vacation. The service is prompt. The food and drinks are standard issue, so they are consistent with what I am used to. It's the baristas for me!!! Customer service is great. I felt comfortable and appreciated. We chatted about a few things during my time there and they went above and beyond for me each time. The only reason I am giving a 4-star review is because the bathroom l used needed attention. It reminded me of a random gas station bathroom instead of one at a Starbucks. I was surprised. Nevertheless, if you want to get in and out quickly with your order and great customer service, stop here!“

“Overall really nice. Staff is great. Very friendly. Hotel very nice but could use a little upkeep to make it a 5 star review. The toilet was dirty and there was a good size chip in the tile of the shower bench. Broken light fixture in the hall. Asked upon check in if I wanted to decline housekeeping services in exchange for giving a meal to a family of 4. So if I want my room cleaned then some family is going hungry? Not going to do that.“

“This is a very popular Peet’s coffee in Bressi Ranch, Carlsbad. It can get busy, especially on the weekends, but there’s a good reason for that. The coffee is excellent and the outdoor patio right next to a park is fabulous. Every time we give our dog a dog wash at the Petco nearby, we walk over here and treat ourselves to a hot drink and walk our dog in the park. Bressi Ranch is just a wonderful place to walk around. This is a great location and the staff is hard-working and courteous. This is our preferred coffee shop to meet friends for a visit.“

“Last Saturday marked 15 years of togetherness for me and my wife. To celebrate the milestone, we went to the Carlsbad Premium Outlets to shop for a perfect gift.As we were walking by from the parking We came across Tea Monks conveniently located at the corner. We were all in to try green milk tea and loved how refreshing it turned out. I loved the vibe of this place with a monk mural on the wall.Try it to find your favorite drink. I will be back because a happy wife is a happy life.“