Service deserves 100 stars. The best coffee I have ever experienced. A global cup with a local heart. From the moment you walk into this café, the aroma of freshly roasted beans wraps around you like a warm embrace; much like the embrace from the incredible owner, Chris. It’s not just another coffee stop—it’s an experience, a celebration of craftsmanship, and a testament to ethical sourcing done right. What makes this place truly special is its dedication to coffee that tells a story. They have always, since day 1, sourced beans directly from small-scale farmers in developing regions—producers whose skill, care, and labor are often overlooked in the global coffee market. Now, with in-house roasting, the café brings those origins to life in every cup. The result? Coffee that’s not only fresher and more flavorful than ever, but deeply connected to the hands that cultivated it. Each roast reveals remarkable depth: nutty, chocolatey tones in one cup, bright citrus and florals in another—balanced perfectly by expert roasting right on-site. You can even watch the process, hear the gentle hum of the roaster, and smell the beans transforming—an immersive, sensory delight. Beyond the taste, there’s heart here. By sourcing responsibly and roasting locally, this café isn’t just brewing coffee—it’s building bridges, supporting fair wages, and investing in the people behind every bean. Whether you’re a casual sipper or a true coffee connoisseur, this spot reminds you what coffee can and should be: global, ethical, and absolutely delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Denney
Very clever, great Coffee
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Johnny Knocke
such a gem. great coffee. amazing staff. cute spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Steve Fan
Visited this shop on the last day of vacation, but wish we found it sooner!! Delicious lattes and their house made milk complimented it perfectly! Also, people working there were super friendly and kind. Definitely recommend giving it a try!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marcella Cleo
Incredibly good coffee. Hot oat flat white really allowed the beans to shine. Hell yeah from a Seattle visitor.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Max Wenneker
Great staff, fantastic and not at all bitter iced coffee
Tara Lindee
Best Coffee Ever! I (mostly) always get the yogi (dirty chai + espresso) because it's perfectly delicious! And is super tasty with the house made cashew/macadamia milk. The baristas are always super friendly too and very talented at what they do! ✌️🩵☕️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Finn Corrigan
Fantastic pour over and a really good breakfast burrito (chipotle aioli is great). The very tall barista from New York was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. Certainly a cafe worth trying and returning to
Travis Beckman
Chris is the most genuine, friendly human in all of San Diego—he’s built such an amazing community out of this shop, and the coffee is somehow just as good (the secret ingredient is love and friendship). I love the natural pour overs that are always available!
Great coffee and such a great atmosphere!! Everyone was so nice and friendly. This is gonna be my new coffee spot for sure
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Neal Langerman
Good coffee. Limited pastry selection. Limited seating. Tough parking. Great location.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Sea
Neighborhood character would be ruined without this hole in the wall. Really good coffee, people, burreets
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Laura Gomez
I loved the service. There were three people on staff that I could see, and they all greeted me either with a smile or an actual hello. It made me feel super welcomed. The vibe was light and pleasant.
I ordered the honey cinnamon latte with pat milk and let me tell you I could taste every single flavor. The latte was delicious!!
One thing I want to applaud, it is the way the staff talked to each other. One of the members was teaching another how to make one of the drinks. And he did it in such a gracious, kind manner. It was just nice to see such a respectful interaction.
Will definitely come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Allison
How could you possible go to Starbucks when Coffee Cycle exists?
Best by the beaches.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Service deserves 100 stars. The best coffee I have ever experienced. A global cup with a local heart. From the moment you walk into this café, the aroma of freshly roasted beans wraps around you like a warm embrace; much like the embrace from the incredible owner, Chris. It’s not just another coffee stop—it’s an experience, a celebration of craftsmanship, and a testament to ethical sourcing done right. What makes this place truly special is its dedication to coffee that tells a story. They have always, since day 1, sourced beans directly from small-scale farmers in developing regions—producers whose skill, care, and labor are often overlooked in the global coffee market. Now, with in-house roasting, the café brings those origins to life in every cup. The result? Coffee that’s not only fresher and more flavorful than ever, but deeply connected to the hands that cultivated it. Each roast reveals remarkable depth: nutty, chocolatey tones in one cup, bright citrus and florals in another—balanced perfectly by expert roasting right on-site. You can even watch the process, hear the gentle hum of the roaster, and smell the beans transforming—an immersive, sensory delight. Beyond the taste, there’s heart here. By sourcing responsibly and roasting locally, this café isn’t just brewing coffee—it’s building bridges, supporting fair wages, and investing in the people behind every bean. Whether you’re a casual sipper or a true coffee connoisseur, this spot reminds you what coffee can and should be: global, ethical, and absolutely delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very clever, great Coffee
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
such a gem. great coffee. amazing staff. cute spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Visited this shop on the last day of vacation, but wish we found it sooner!! Delicious lattes and their house made milk complimented it perfectly! Also, people working there were super friendly and kind. Definitely recommend giving it a try!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Incredibly good coffee. Hot oat flat white really allowed the beans to shine. Hell yeah from a Seattle visitor.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Great staff, fantastic and not at all bitter iced coffee
Best Coffee Ever! I (mostly) always get the yogi (dirty chai + espresso) because it's perfectly delicious! And is super tasty with the house made cashew/macadamia milk. The baristas are always super friendly too and very talented at what they do! ✌️🩵☕️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fantastic pour over and a really good breakfast burrito (chipotle aioli is great). The very tall barista from New York was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. Certainly a cafe worth trying and returning to
Chris is the most genuine, friendly human in all of San Diego—he’s built such an amazing community out of this shop, and the coffee is somehow just as good (the secret ingredient is love and friendship). I love the natural pour overs that are always available!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Great coffee and such a great atmosphere!! Everyone was so nice and friendly.
This is gonna be my new coffee spot for sure
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Good coffee. Limited pastry selection. Limited seating. Tough parking. Great location.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Neighborhood character would be ruined without this hole in the wall. Really good coffee, people, burreets
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I loved the service. There were three people on staff that I could see, and they all greeted me either with a smile or an actual hello. It made me feel super welcomed. The vibe was light and pleasant.
I ordered the honey cinnamon latte with pat milk and let me tell you I could taste every single flavor. The latte was delicious!!
One thing I want to applaud, it is the way the staff talked to each other. One of the members was teaching another how to make one of the drinks. And he did it in such a gracious, kind manner. It was just nice to see such a respectful interaction.
Will definitely come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
How could you possible go to Starbucks when Coffee Cycle exists?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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