50 Best Cafes near Del Mar

“Not only does Drew knowledge of coffee exceed your expectations, but the service is always friendly and the product is on point! Not to mention the merchandise is well priced and the t-shirts are super soft. He even delivers so there’s no need to worry about when you’re going to get it! A little joy is exactly what you feel when you’re doing business here!“

“This was our first time eating Peruvian The food was tasty, fresh and great portions.“

“delicious food, lovely atmosphere, great service“

“I wasn't expecting much out of a hotel cafe but I was pleasantly surprised with how delicious the breakfast was here. I had avocado toast with two sunny side up eggs on top. The eggs were cooked perfectly, and I find most sunny side up eggs to be cooked with too much runny white albumin. This was not the case, the edges were crispy and the yolk was still medium. I also tried some of my friend's red potatoes and they were such a highlight. Cooked soft in the middle and crispy on the outside with salt and rosemary. They were exceptional. I also want to give a shout out for the service, the woman who was running the register was friendly and helpful.“

“We stopped by Darshan Bakery hoping to grab a cinnamon roll, but they were out at the time. We ended up getting the pull-apart cinnamon roll instead. The flavor was good, but I do wish it had been served warm or at least offered the option to warm it up. The bakery itself has a cozy vibe, we went at 9:20am, we’d definitely give it another try earlier in the day next time.“

“We have been looking for a place that served tasty Acai Bowls…Our favorite Acai bowl places either, closed down, burned down or changed the way they made their Acai bowls…We found Liquid Bean Café on the internet and decided to give it a try…Well, we both had the Acai bowls but I added an Egg Salad Sandwich pressed in a Panini press to our order…The Acai Bowls were fresh and totally delicious!!!…I really liked the Egg Salad Sandwich and loved the way it was pressed and toasted in the Panini press…We highly recommend Liquid Bean Café if you are ever in the Del Mar area…We will definitely be back again!!!…Five Stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“It is a beautiful location with amazing food and service 🤗👏“

“The pastries here are out of this world! All of the ingredients are imported from France, which makes a huge difference because it’s less sugar and better quality than American ingredients. The seasonal menu is wonderful. I got the caramel apple butter chai iced latte and a pumpkin spice cinnamon roll as well as some cakes. Really recommend the chai I got. It’s my new favorite drink I’m obsessed. The staff are very kind and knowledgeable. They take pride in their food and take care of the space. They were super friendly and helpful. Everything is baked fresh daily and flavors for the rolled and cubed croissants change everyday, so you never know what you will get, but it’s guaranteed delicious. They are known for their rolled, square, and filled croissants, so be sure to try those. The chocolate croissants are excellent. Literally everything is so good you can’t go wrong. The cakes are life changing incredible. I recommend everyone try at least one. Some are gluten free so just ask. My favorites are le nuage, guava strawberry, le royal, vanilla bean tart, blackberry earl grey, mango passion fruit, the list goes on… They also have a whole wall of products from France and Europe. They even have Swedish candy! I got the Nina’s Marie Antoinette tea and Swedish candy and they were both so delicious. Love this place.“

“This bustling place has been growing. I’d love to see one or two up North in Oregon. Good skate parks and beers. Or maybe I just have enjoy the SOCal that much.“

“First time visiting. This is a must visit for all food lovers who also appreciates quality Californian ingredients. I had all tonics on the menu, the Turkish eggs & the Spanish French toast. Absolutely yummy! I was super nervous to try the French toast so a super sweet couple sitting next to me shared some their French toast with me & I’m so glad they did. I’ll be coming back for sure for the French toast! I absolutely loved the ambience and customer service. I felt at home and I can’t say that for half of the restaurants in San Diego. Definitely a must visit! I highly recommend! I will definitely return!!

Reservation is better but not required
Accepts Applepay
Free street parking
Most seating are outside so bring a jacket“

“I love the coffee here!! 🤤“

“Authentic and genuine staff. Friendly and welcoming. Guided us to new drinks that were the 💣!!“

“I met Marcela and Amina at an industry event recently and they were AWESOME! They have the cutest cart, the most delicious drinks, and best of all - they are just incredibly fun to hang out with! Highly highly recommend for a holiday party, wedding, industry event... seriously anything. Love them!“

“Locally owned, by Lisa. She's wonderful, we've been stopping by pre-covid and post-covid for years, from Surprise, AZ. Great spot to chill at during your vacation. We will always come back by! ✌🏽❤✊🏽“

“On my first visit I was greeted with an incredible smile and the willingness to get my straight matcha perfected even if she had to add more matcha or more water. On top of this amazing hospitality, I was treated to a beautiful message on my cup. 20 plus years at Starbucks and I have never got a heart. ❤️“

“I live in San Diego, and a member of LA Fitness. After my workout I was going to head to a smoothie shop, but I decided to stopped at this small business smoothie shop. The service was solid, not over crowded, and the protein shake.. I tried the Salted Caramel protein shake...
ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS AND I ABSOLUTELY RECOMMEND TRYING THIS SHOP!“

“Great coffee and convenient. Always pleasant staff. ☕️🌈“

“The manager is incredible and friendly. The prices are reasonable and the vibe is welcoming and fun. There’s outdoor and indoor seating, great side street location, and a short walk from the campground and library. We came here after trying Bump, which wasn’t good coffee. We ended up ordering another round of caffeine because it was so close and tasty!“

“This is a family favorite. We come here every time we visit Cali“

“Greasy Spoon Series, Part 2
When I reflect on my childhood, I suppose that many aspects of it were pretty normal. While I had individual interests and priorities, the adults in my life imposed a certain amount of structure for my well-being and development. However, a recurring period of time when I was permitted some “me time” was Saturday mornings. Back in those days there were no cable channels devoted entirely to kid centric programming, so Saturday mornings were a youngster’s “primetime” and the cartoons that were featured would become the fodder of deep playground discussions the following week.

Madison Avenue knew exactly who their target audience was during those hours, so we were “fed” a steady stream of cereal commercials. While all of us kids were focused on the glorious sugary aspects promised by those cereals, our parents were likely horrified by our behavior after being primed with hyperactive jet fuel. In order to assuage those parental fears, the ad campaigns frequently included the phrase “part of a complete breakfast.” That phrase (clearly recommended by the legal department) absolved the product from contributing any nutritional value whatsoever (because the other items visible in the background provided ALL of the nutrition for that breakfast).

While I don’t intend to comment on the nutritional value of the breakfasts that I’ve enjoyed at the Encinitas Cafe, I can assert that a breakfast here is “complete.” For me “a complete breakfast” within the “greasy spoon” genre must prominently and unabashedly feature unlimited coffee, eggs, bacon, hash browns (extra crispy), and pancakes. 😋

I salute the Encinitas Cafe for remaining faithful to the cause of proudly serving a simple breakfast, offered at a fair price, with friendly service included at no extra charge. 🫡

If you choose to visit you may find parking a challenge along South Coast Highway, but there is a parking lot directly behind the restaurant that offers convenient access to a back entrance.

And that’s…Henry’s Take.

#greasyspoonseries“

“Simply the absolute best. Everything is ridiculously amazing and the owner ROCKS!“

“I come here almost daily because I am obsessed with their match Tres leches with matcha boba and egg pudding. It's a combination that lives in my taste buds memory. like the marriage between a matcha frappe with flan. At the family table came boba and a snow cap that easily translates to tantalizing flavors jumping for joy! Then the Bahn mi is packed with the perfect ratio of meat, picked carrots, cucumber, and JALAPEÑOS!!! I love a jalapeño that delivers and these always hit the mark. The fact that the ingredients are fresh and natural are major brownie points.“

“Grilled Shrimp bowl….delicious“

“I don't know what to say about this place except it WAS short lived for me yet MAGICAL🤩
WAS, meaning she's looking for a new building to plug into & coexists with!! If you're a Lucadia business woman or man looking for an amazing community coffee cart ran by a community driven badass boss babe, REACH OUT TO REM!!
Legit has a massive community following for such a tiny entity💓 I've made forever friends (pun intended) thanks to her & her mini wknd event popups. SAD to see her leave her 1st space, yet eagerly excited to help find a new community gathering space with her! Looking for a business equally appreciative as we would be to them.
2026 won't be the same 😒 ... Unless we help her find a new parking spot 💖🙏🏽👀“

“I love this place and the sweet people who work here! My favorite meal is the trifecta of a basil chicken wrap, naked salad, and the best carrot ginger soup ever! It’s not on the regular menu anymore, but can be requested as it’s still in their computer listing. The new back grass patio dining area beneath giant old pines is a hidden treasure that opened during CoVid.“

“I love this place! You can stop by and get everything always with all the attention of the employees and taste the best things 😋♥️“

“Great venue and Great service“

“We go to Donutopolis a couple times a month and they are always so friendly and the donuts are delicious! ❤❤“

“I came in with my extended family later in the night, we were a very large party but Destinee and the rest of the team were super professional, got all our orders out tasting great and in a timely manner. Highly recommend the green tea with sea salt foam and the macaroons!“

“Very delicious and fresh! Its hard to find a place that offers both gluten free, dairy-free and tastes so fresh. Had the fish tacos (cod) and they were amazing! Absolutely will come here again!“

“My husband and I were honey mooning and staying in Solana Beach. We went to Lofty the first day we arrived and their Mocha dark chocolate late was absolutely FIRE! I recommend for delicious local coffee compared to your neighborhood Starbucks. I think they ten fold beat Starbuck’s coffee. Wish we had a Lofty on the east coast! On Valentine’s Day they handed out these cute homemade heart shaped cookies and they were so good! Highly recommend, great staff, delicious food, and bomb coffee!! You won’t be disappointed!“

“April Cardenas is the skill behind the scenes/in the kitchen. 100% respect to her commitment to this long standing little gem of Leucadia. The personal touch she infuses in everything she does cannot be quantified in dollars nor words. And the beautiful women at the counter are professional and nice.“

“Amazing coffee! Wonderful Baristas! Will absolutely be back whenever I'm in San Diego!“

“The food and service is magnificent. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“The only thing more incredible than the view at this local hotspot is the food. The setting cannot be beat. The seasonal menu from renowned local female chef offers the freshest selections with many healthy and vegetarian options— as well as the decadent French toast, which I highly recommend to start your meal. Excellent coffees, smoothies and juices as well. This is our go-to place. Pro tip, make reservation on OpenTable. Sit up top for a great view and excellent service by Dakota.
Today we had the salad w/ skewer of delicate steak, the French toast, egg sandwich, a harvest bowl, yogurt & fruit parfait, and potato pancake w smoked salmon. Yum😋 Enjoy!“

“Amazing, pretty, and customisable drinks, friendly staff, lots of board games to play if you’re waiting for your order, and claw machines where you can try your luck. 10/10, though most drinks are pretty sweet, but that can be changed while ordering. (Photo provided of their caramel cream)“

“Hidden gem in Del Mar! Tucked behind a charming Spanish-style hacienda, this café has the coziest ambience with gentle water drizzles. The panini was the best I’ve ever had—perfectly grilled and flavorful. Their soups are incredibly delicious too. A must-visit lunch spot for great food and relaxing vibes!“

“the coffe and the pastries. i need to go back and try more delights from the menu.“

“Everything I’ve tried has been delicious, filling, and healthful. Sometimes I grab a smoothie or coffee after working out so I don’t have to settle for overpriced fast food while I’m on the road. I order ahead and it’s always ready!“

“Currently (March 29th)… I JUST found out that this place is closing. I’m so heartbroken. 💔 I just started coming more often for coffee in the morning before work. The place itself is absolutely gorgeous, bathrooms are super cute and clean, seating is great, and I’ve never had any issue with staff. This really was such a great place to just hang out, so sad to see it go.“

“Delicious, hot, Chai latte. Love to stop in while visiting LaJolla.“

“Hands down the best breakfast spot in Solana Beach! Excellent service and a great variety of tasty & healthy menu options. Some of our favorites are the Crispy Burritos, Huevos Rancheros, Banana/Blackberry Pancakes and Green Heart Quesadilla. 10/10 would recommend, much better than Claire's IMO.“

“I have only been here a handful of times, but each time I have come here everyone has been exceptionally kind and accommodating. Juliette in particular was the barista one time and made my coffee really well. I was unsure of what to get and she made some really good recommendations and customizations to make sure I was happy with what I ordered. When I am in the area I will be back.“

“The owner, Isabelle, is friendly, helpful, and works very hard. I obviously love this bakery as I have been going for years. The food is delicious, and the atmosphere is like being in a small town. I highly recommend going to Isabelle's often ❤“

“Heard about this coffee shop at the San Diego airport so I wanted to check out one of it's brick and mortar locations. I ended up asking for what the most popular drink was and the answer was the Mocha. I ended up ordering the Aztec Mocha which has dark cacao, cinnamon and cayenne. You could really taste the cayenne spice. I enjoyed the drink. Lots of spots to sit inside and outside. Nice coffee shop and looks like the food is solid as well!“

“I love coming to this café! The lattes are always perfectly made, and the atmosphere is so cozy. The staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming, which makes every visit a pleasure. It's my go-to spot for a great cup of coffee. Highly recommend!“

“Delicious..try the milk boba teas!“

“Came in here to work for a couple of hours, it’s a lovely spacious,airy place with lots of natural lighting and high vaulted ceilings! It’s definitely a hidden gem cafe. The lunch was really good too, and the staff are really pleasant and efficient. Also, the Wifi is free and pretty good.
For food: we had the Latte, Breakfast Burrito, Bread Pudding and tomato soup.
Parking: There’s free street parking.
Lots of outlets for charging.
Indoor and Outdoor seating available.“

“Colombe has become my favorite coffee place I have visited. Their drinks are delicious and there is a good variety of what you can get. Their half tan drinks are my favorite, with a strong coffee flavor while being light and smooth. The chai is also good but not too spicy. The food is my only issue with Colombe. It tends to taste good but is often stale and there have been times when there are gnats in the display case. The service is also great. It can be a long wait because they have a lot of customers but the quality and the kindness of the baristas makes it worth it. I like that they also have free water available with cups and wifi.“

“Excelent Hot chocolat“