“Hidden gem- thank you Yelpers! I've been searching fruitlessly for a good flat white for a few weeks. I wanted the taste of the kind you can get in France and I feel like a lot of the coffee here just tastes burnt.Well today my coffee wish came true. I actually go to this industrial park regularly for work but I had no idea this coffee place was there, just a few doors down from the unit I'm usually visiting. My loss! It's a little hidden from the main road but super easy to get to. If you're coming east off the 5, it's the first parking lot/ set of buildings on your left. Turn left as you enter the parking lot and then first right into the first row of parking you see between the two buildings, and it's about halfway down on the left. The service was really friendly and the coffee is sooo good and smooth! My afternoon is looking much better thanks to them. :)“
“The BEST coffee on this street!! The staff is so friendly, the coffee actually tastes like coffee and isn't too sweet and the iced teas are so refreshing. They have vegan pastries and as a non-vegan I promise they taste so good. Plus it's a great spot to study or bring your laptop if you wfh.“
“This is The best coffee I've ever had. I've been drinking coffee for years and can be a little bit of coffee snob sometimes. The moment I tasted their "Daily Rations" on my tongue, I could easily say that is The Finest cold brew I've had. It's very aromatic and exudes a strong bourbon smell, also very smooth and gentle on your tongue with a little creamy texture. The barista there also let me try other flavors, and each all tasted so good in its own way. I will definitely come back for their cold brew again“
“Stumbled across this wonderful coffee shop while visiting old town San Diego. A gem of a place, wonderful service and the coffee was delicious, there were 6 people in my party and we all enjoyed our drinks. I highly recommended stopping by and having a delicious cup of coffee or espresso.“
“First time at this location in IB - Wanted to work for a bit and enjoy a good space, coffee and scenery, stopped by. Sebastian was working and was very helpful in helping me decide what drink to try.Picked up a Midnight Vietnamese (hot) + a empanada (bacon and egg) both were delicious! I love the functional lattes. Their drinks aren't loaded with sugar and a bunch of bad stuff!!“
“I decided to check this place out, and wow was I amazed on how good this coffee was, I like trying out new places for coffee. This one I recommend. Good coffee bold flavor, the place looks very relaxing as well can definitely enjoy the coffee here or in the go. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. I had the Mexican mocha and it was very delicious m. Thank you“
“Will probably need to find a new place even though I love! There’s never any seats and even though i myself get some work done there occasionally, last time one small table had 4 laptops and it felt like it’s gotten a lot crazier. I’m so so glad to see the success but now with folks driving over from other areas, us folks who live next door can’t really enjoy.Perhaps they can expand into the old Twiggs spot! ??“
“Finally got to try this place out. My son is always dancing upstairs when this place is usually closed. Great coffee! I had the Salted Caramel Latte and he gave me an expresso since I told him I had a kickboxing match later. There's a wide selection if flavors to choose so it might be hard trying to pick what you want. Mark is such a great guy and the service was exceptional. I highly recommend grabbing a drink or snack if you pass by!“
“Love this coffee shop. Feel like right now coffee shops focus a lot on aesthetics vs quality of coffee. This place does both. It’s a lovely coffee shop and their coffee is delicious. Sage, palosanto , thyme, mint on my coffee? Yes please! Highly recommend ✨“
“When work brings me to the San Diego Convention Center, one of my favorite perks is getting to swing by Achilles Coffee in the Gaslamp District. This spot has quickly become my go-to for breakfast and a much-needed caffeine fix to kickstart the day. In fact, I just stopped by today and got The Warrior Breakfast, which comes with fluffy scrambled eggs mixed with cheese, a stack of three mini pancakes drizzled with a syrup that's absolutely delicious, creamy smashed avocado, and a choice between bacon or cranberry sausage. The perfect fuel for a busy day I had ahead, complemented of course by a beautifully crafted latte. I'm already looking forward to my visit tomorrow to try their breakfast burrito. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area!“
“Ordered a “large” oat milk cappuccino for a coworker and was told they only have one size of a cappuccino, but they could make me a latte. This was the first good sign!We had a large order, and it got a little busy. Wound up waiting a bit for our pour overs. One of the pour overs stalled while the barista helped other patrons. It was dumped and started again. This was the second good sign!Every drink we ordered was enjoyed. My pour over was fantastic. Highly recommend Bird Rock for their dedication to crafting quality beverages.“
“Friendly people and fantastic coffee bundled up into an industrial-style cafe.Things you should know:I. PARKINGYou'll have to rely on good ol' street parking for this place. Can be difficult depending on the time of day.II. SERVICESociable and masters at their craft. Shout out to Eric for getting to know my name ~ it wasn't even needed for my order and just simply personalized the experience.On a side note, I noticed they also have merchandise here and a self-serve water station.III. QUALITYTheir cortado is pretty spot on ~ you should give it a try..!IV. CAPACITYFair amount of available indoor and outdoor seating for the late afternoon on a weekend.“
“Seven seas is my neighborhood go to for coffee + sweet treats. As a student, I am always looking for new cafe’s to study out of and so happy I found this one! The ambiance, high quality of coffee, and friendly staff is what sets Seven Seas apart from your average Starbucks and other coffee shops in the area. Check out their merch too (both online and in store), you won’t be disappointed. Overall highly recommend :)“
“Oh my gosh. This coffee shop is the best coffee shop I’ve ever been to. First off the vibes are immaculate. Good coffee, dogs, beer, and everything you can imagine. They even play planet earth on the TV which brings me serious nostalgia. The service was superb. The one barista, Maiya, treated me like a literal queen and made my coffee taste scrumptious. Would go back immediately.“
“Greatest coffee on the planet! This isn’t just another typical coffee shop. This company is the real deal and the owners, Kennedy brothers (David and Jacob) are amazing people who are passionate about their coffee and it shows! Even if you don’t live in SoCal I highly advise to order online or become a monthly subscriber, you won’t regret it!“
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“By far my favorite coffee roaster in San Diego. Located right across from Petco Park. We've visited during off season so it was easy to drop in without any huge ball crowds. The star of the shop that I really enjoyed was the nitro cold brew. Incredibly smooth and great tasting. As soon as the brew was poured out of the tap, you can immediately tell it's gonna be a good day. By far one of the best nitro cold brews I've ever had. Staff was welcoming and service was quick. Skip Starbucks and support local. Cheers to a good brew.“
“The coffee here is so good. The first time I came here I got an iced white mocha, that was seriously the best white mocha I’ve ever had. Today I got the classic açaí bowl (my first time ever having acai!) and an iced pistachio honey latte I think. The açaí was really good, I loved how simple and yummy it was.I really like trying different flavors of coffee, especially lattes, so I was excited to try the pistachio honey. It was pretty interesting, I would definitely buy it again.I think any coffee you get from here is gonna be great, it just always has this particular flavor that is SO GOOD. Also every time I come here it’s usually before class so I have to get my food to go, but the baristas always provide quick and friendly service. The atmosphere is really cozy, with indoor and outdoor seating and pretty decorations. I wish I had time to sit in and eat here!!Overall, this is a pretty great coffee shop. In my opinion, probably the best place in San Diego. Although I have yet to try the sandwiches or omelettes. But I still highly recommend it!!“
“I came here because I saw they had coffee flights and I’ve been wanting to try one since I saw that idea awhile back!The atmosphere is so cute it’s small inside which I didn’t mind, the food was really good I ordered the El Chorizo and it reminded me of how my mom would make it and I enjoyed it very much. The love flight was really good! It wasn’t overly sweet at all which I enjoyed as well.“
“Great experience at Modern Times Flavordome. Tron poured us drinks and was super knowledgeable about the entire menu. I tried all the hazy IPAs in a flight which was pretty good. I then had a pint of orderville which is my favorite. We were able to bring in our pizza from across the street and eat it inside.“
“we ate a bagel and a sandwich which was very fulfilling and extremely delicious! what impressed us the most was their coffee, more specifically the mocha it was so rich and creamy we fell in love with it. The baristas were very kind as well. Definitely recommend :)“
“I had a fantastic experience at this coffee place. The location couldn't have been better, and the atmosphere was truly enjoyable. However, due to its popularity, seating was consistently full, which might be something to consider during peak hours. Nonetheless, the quality of the coffee was commendable, and the staff members were exceptional, providing top-notch service throughout my visit.“
“I was worried the vanilla bean latte would be too sweet but it wasn’t. It has just a hint of sweetness. Came out at a temperature you could immediately start drinking which is slightly too cold for me. The macchiato came out about the same temperature. Everything came out super fast.“
“The espresso was insanely sweet, rich, and ready almost before I finished asking for it. They also had vegan churro donuts that day.I don't know what the deal is with "Jennifer K" (reviewer below) but the baristas who were there when I went in were very kind and attentive.“
“I have been here 30+ times. Fantastic local coffee spot for a number of reasons. Always prompt. Always delicious. Vastly superior to chain locations nearby. The coffee itself is balanced perfectly in taste/flavor. Rewards program is fantastic too. Staff is on point.“
“Excellent neighborhood coffee shop. Got a Brownie, Red Velvet cookie, Blueberry Muffin, and an Almond Pastry. The muffin had lots of blueberries. Everything was freshly made and very tasty. Nothing was over the top too sweet like at other coffee shops.Parking: Plenty of parking in the parking lot and street.Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessible parking, entrance, and seating.“
“Came back from getting my smog check (passed). My friend recommended this spot and this is how I figured to celebrate. AMBIANCE: Parking: Street parking, it gets pretty busy. Seating: Inside seating and seating. Room for about 40 people. Good for groups or individual study. Vibes: Welcome to Logan Heights, it's a grit and grind area with plenty of culture. The spot itself is eclectic. They got a nice brewery area too! You have a nice study and social area for small private events. I dig the local art and the hip-hop/R&B music. FOOD: Buko Pandan Special (Recommend) For those not familiar with pandan, it's similar to vanilla. A lovely sweet milky mix of coconut and vanilla that complements the coffee pretty well. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Nikki was my barista and she was great! Friendly and knowledge about the company. TL; DR OVERALL: 4.5 Stars. I'm a fan! The prices are reasonable; there's a wide range of delicious selections and a pleasant ambiance. Logan Heights is lucky to have a social spot like this. Great place to study, get work done, for small groups or large. TIPS: * Great range from morning drinks, alcoholic beverages, and pastries.“
“Love love love!! This cafe is beautiful! The staff are super friendly, attentive and sweet! We had their caramel macchiato & pink rose waffles. Both were delicious and the waffles taste just as good as they look! We will definitely be back!!“
“Love Talitha. Their mission, their product, and their staff are all amazing. Jake, Adriana, Taylor, and the whole team are excellent. The support, communication, and expertise are always authentic, prompt, and professional. We are in the throes of opening a new coffee shop and the Talitha team has been with us each step of the way, offering guidance, tech support (thank you Taylor for bearing with us with such grace), and training as we get our shop rolling. We are proud to be partnering with them and be a part of their mission as we grow. Grateful to them for all that they offer, they truly go the extra mile. I would recommend this company to anyone looking for a roasting partner, coffee education, or just a good cup of coffee.“
“Review applies to coffee and ice cream only, separate occasions.Had “The Champ” latte, their cinnamon/honey latte, which was wonderfully balanced and even better than expected. Not sure if they do latte art in drinks that are not to-go or if they even offer sit-down coffees, but the taste and texture of the latte was a strong 9/10.The ice cream is also delicious, albeit nearly the same price as a good gelato shop around here ($8/two scoops is a bit steep for ice cream). All the flavors I’ve had were great.The atmosphere is rather lacking - very limited seating and sort of ramshackle in its decor and layout. Not really on par with the high-quality third wave coffee they’re serving.Service was, while friendly, surprisingly slow for coffee. There was only one person getting one drink in front of me and I still waited nearly 10 mins for the latte. Like many businesses here, the staff assumes zero sense of urgency, even in the face of long lines.If you can catch it with a zero or 1-2 person line and plan to take your items to-go, the drinks are fantastic and the ice creams are excellent as well. Just don’t expect to enjoy a posh, relaxing and modern coffee shop ambiance along with it.“
“The. Best. Torta de lomo. Ever. The meat is juicy and tender, and it actually has some spice to it because of the jalapeños they add. All of the veggies and avocado is fresh!!! The agua frescas and smoothies that I've tried are delicious as well. The ladies who work there are sweet, thorough and efficient. Not to mention, fast! Only thing I don't so much care for is the space itself. It's very small and usually overcrowded, and no public restroom is available. Also the parking lot is always a mess because there are multiple businesses in the area, but it's all worth it for this food, truuuust!“