39 Best Coffee Roasters in San Diego

“hands down best salted caramel latte ever“

“This coffee shop is wonderful! Not only is the coffee top of the line with flavor but the staff are incredibly kind. I had a work trip that took me to San Diego recently and I would walk a few miles to this shop every morning just for the beautiful experience this place gives. It was the perfect way to start the day! When I came back I actually ordered bags of coffee as gifts for family for the holidays and a few for myself as well (it's that good yall!) but somehow mine never came so I wrote the staff and they sent me two bags just to make up for my lost package. These are the sweetest people. Thank you for being such a great coffee shop!“

“I am a Starbucks club card member, purely because of the convenience. But put a Cortado made by Starbucks and a Cortado made by Mostra and the difference is night and day! Pure delight, and an everyday essential for me. I am from India, and I can assure that this is a great American replacement (not an equivalent) for a south Indian coffee.

The waiters are caring as well, and I appreciate their latte art. I do wish Mostra made its app experience better, (hence the 4 stars for Service) I understand its easier said than done, given the size of the company itself, in comparison to Starbucks.“

“I highly recommend ordering their Oat milk Draft Latte! Their seasonal flavors never cease to amaze! They've had some intriguing flavors that have blown me away. Never too sweet, always perfectly balanced to complement the coffees. The only negative opinion I have is of their chai tea latte, it could (and should) definitely be improved as it doesn't match their same level of craft and quality as their coffee and other teas. Their pastry selection is incredible! I'll drive out of the way to get an olive oil cake or almond croissant here. They do have gluten free pastries available too!“

“This coffee is the best! Hands down! Forget Starbucks! And support local!“

“hands down best salted caramel latte ever“

“Best coffee in San Diego!!!! ☕️✨“

“I’m giving them 5 stars even though I didn’t entirely love my order. Just personal preference, as I typically lean towards bolder coffee roasts.

They had a variety of roasts and they highlighted that they were currently out of the bolder ones. However, what I ended up getting was exactly what the barista explained in terms of taste, and execution was perfect.

They definitely know what they are doing and seem to take coffee seriously. Also, 5 stars to Trapo ,the store doggy, for being such a sweet and well behaved doggie 😄“

“We were in town from the East coast for 5 days. Achilles was our go-to breakfast place. It is exceptional. Friendly staff and great food and lots of excellent coffee choices.“

“Stopped by for the first time after spending the morning on the water, and it was just the thing I needed! I ordered a lavender latte, and it was the best one I’ve had in a long time.“

“Absolutely LOVE Ultreya! Both locations are top notch. We love it so much that we get coffee beans sent to us in Illinois. Great staff, great coffee, great tea, delicious food and pastries, and amazing owners. If you haven’t been here, you will be in love after you go!“

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“Not a huge fan of the window artwork/covering. The artwork is fine and someone did an awesome job. It has just always been part of the attraction to sit inside with the big open glass from floor to ceiling and people watch sitting anywhere inside, now you can’t see outside except certain areas.“

“Third time coming in here! Ordered an espresso and a cortado of their Anaerobic Natural Costa Rica Black Diamond this morning, and the whole order was absolutely delicious it hit all the flavor notes! Torque Coffee is the place to go if you’re looking for a specialty espresso or pour-over. Shoutout to Michelle & Taylor, who show such care and attention to detail that’s rare to find it truly comes through in both the taste and presentation (they even preheat the SPRO cup if you’re ordering in-house!). It’s easy to see why Torque is a neighborhood favorite — I always look forward to my next visit!“

“Was in SD for a convention. Tried Goldchild the first morning and went back every morning after.

Great space with an immaculate atmosphere. Service was top notch, swift and friendly.

The Chai guy in me adored the cardamom buns. And they have a dealer's choice latte option. I never tire of putting myself in the hands of the chef/barrista and they did not disappoint. Fantastic drinks.“

“Absolutely LOVE Ultreya! Both locations are top notch. We love it so much that we get coffee beans sent to us in Illinois. Great staff, great coffee, great tea, delicious food and pastries, and amazing owners. If you haven’t been here, you will be in love after you go!“

“I would’ve loved to give this place 5/5, but the heat in the store is miserable. I feel extremely bad for the girls working efficiently in the heat. Coffee is good, matcha looks good but not my thing.

I recommend the owner look into getting a real AC instead of dingy fans. I understand it’s a store-front coffee shop, but the heat was circulating in the shop from those fans. It felt unclean, sticky, and muggy inside.“

“I visited Nibbles for the first time in PB today with a Senior Tour Group. It was fantastic!! I had the Mocha drink and it was soo delicious!!! But not to mention their Chocolates!! They were tasty and could not get enough!! A much stop and visit place for sure!!!! And the owners a most wonderful couple!!! Loved it and will be back!!!“

“Great place to have coffee. Delicious coffee flavor. Incredibly as well this place has lactose free milk. ln all my travels around the US, I have never been ae.to get that at any cafè. I've always had to make do with some alternative milk I don't like. Very friendly and helpful server/batista. Overall pleasant experience.“

“Went for first visit to try their coffee and was not disappointed. It was delicious and staff was friendly. Will be returning!“

“We had a delicious mocha and maple syrup latte! Quick service before work or the gym and easy parking.“

“I want to say yes and recommend them. But I can't because I have a subscription to their coffee but they sent me the wrong coffee. it's been about a week, I've call a few times, left two voice mail messages, I've emailed as well and I have not gotten any response at all. The coffee I bought and subscribed to is good, but I can't continue to do business with a company that won't respond to their customers to fix their mistakes.“

“Heard great things about this place and finally stopped by — it didn’t disappoint! There’s plenty of indoor seating, which is perfect for relaxing or catching up with friends. Street parking is a bit limited, so plan ahead if you're driving.
We ordered the iced caramel and vanilla lattes — both were smooth and refreshing. Also tried the Velvet Knot and chocolate mousse pastries. Not only were they beautifully presented, but they tasted just as amazing as they looked. A lovely spot for coffee and dessert!“

“Fantastic Ramen. It's a must!!“

“Coffee was delicious but I also had a California Omelette and omg.. best ever!! Will be back for sure. Hubby had the chocolate croissant and it was so good.“

“The best specialty coffee roaster in San Diego! You can tell they have great relationships with their farmers and care about their products. Coffee always tastes great in the shop and when I bring bags of beans home. I’m always taking friends here to try some good coffee. 😊“

“Love it! The taste of the coffee is very fresh. The clean ingredients fit my eating habits perfectly 💯“

“This morning I had the best macchiato I’ve had in a very long time. They serve it the traditional way and I cannot put into words how awesome it was…the coffee was yummy and the barista was amazing. I’m flying back to SD just to get this coffee again =)“

“My favorite coffee ☕️. Great service 🥰“

“Update: Virtuoso was once, the higher end, Organic coffee beans that give the coffee a fresh and, most notably, a clean taste that is highly enjoyable. Was one of the best Coffee Roasters in San Diego County. This was my go to roaster for every day coffee. It's changed to Talitha, and I dropped one Star for two reasons: not knowing if the beans are roasted freshly or part of a big batch that's a few weeks old; and, second reason, slow shipping--no beans yet. One plus, Talitha still have a few beans that made Virtuoso, and ordered them. Will they be as good, or even better, I will update. My biggest issue with ever roaster is not knowing type of bean(s), origin, country, etc...“

“Very tasty coffee, pleasant space, cool location, nice barista.“

“I want to say yes and recommend them. But I can't because I have a subscription to their coffee but they sent me the wrong coffee. it's been about a week, I've call a few times, left two voice mail messages, I've emailed as well and I have not gotten any response at all. The coffee I bought and subscribed to is good, but I can't continue to do business with a company that won't respond to their customers to fix their mistakes.“

“I've always had great service and fantastic coffee every single time I've come here. They always feature coffees from different regions and this is where I learned to appreciate that. There was also a time when a server remembered me even though I hadn't been there in quite a while, which is always a nice touch. So yes all the kudos and positive reviews are well deserved.“

“Love this place.. so happy to discover it!“

“Super Café. Kleines Café nett eingerichtet“

“I recently tried a honey-cinnamon latte at a local cafe, and it was hands down the best I've ever had. The combination of sweet honey and warm cinnamon was perfectly balanced, with smooth espresso and a creamy froth that made every sip a delight. The atmosphere was cozy, and the staff was friendly—definitely worth a visit if you're looking for a delicious and comforting coffee experience.“

“hands down best salted caramel latte ever“

“Strongly recommend this place if you are looking for a relaxing spot to get a great coffee. I visited San Diego for work and ended up coming here every day for coffee and breakfast. Large variety of coffees, cold brews, and lattes plus the food was great. I ended up getting coworkers to join me the remainder of the week. Indoor and outdoor seating create a great vibe. Everyone was friendly and patient with our group as we explored the menu.“

“Best Cold Brew coffee! Baked items and burritos! Never disappointed.“