Cute coffee cart tucked away in bankers hill. Kim is the best and always fun to chat with. Favorite coffee place in town!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shawn Pater
Cool, casual, comfortable
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marc Emmelmann
Best coffee shop in Hillcrest & Bankers Hill on First Avenue - bar none. Looking for the best coffee shop in Hillcrest or Bankers Hill? This cozy, locally owned gem on First Avenue is a must-visit. Open seven days a week from 6 AM to 11 AM, it's known by locals for San Diego’s best espresso, plus smooth lattes, cappuccinos, and rich drip coffee. You’ll pay $5.75 max per drink, so go ahead and add that extra flavor shot or go for double espresso. The owner bakes remarkable homemade banana bread and other fresh treats (including gluten-free) every morning, making this the perfect spot for a quick coffee or a relaxing pastry break. Whether you're a regular or just passing through, this Hillcrest coffee shop delivers great vibes, quality coffee, and a warm welcome, every single day.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael McLatcher
Hidden San Diego Gem. If you are in the Hillcrest area, don’t miss Expresso Mio. Locally owned and operated by someone who loves San Diego and loves her neighborhood, Expresso Mio is everything you’d want in a coffee shop. Awesome coffee, delectable treats, and enriching conversation.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Raylex Viajero
This is a hidden jewel in hillcrest!! The best coffee Ive had in years. The staff is super friendly. Prices are great and lots of seating. Try their skinny macadamia nut latte.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alex Zer0
Nice little two table pop up. Great for a walk through the neighborhood. Kind staff. Wouldn’t go out of my way for it but if I lived nearby there I’d be a regular
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daniel Moree
Best espresso I've had in the States.
Service: 5
Brian Doak
10 stars. Not from the area, stopped here totally unplanned during a long run and got a banana and a double espresso. Somehow I felt like it saved my life in the moment. Excellent service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Daisy Xie
The cutest little coffee stand for early risers! The owner is so sweet and the coffee is reliably excellent.
Local hidden gem tucked away in the courtyard of a family Italian restaurant. Always great service and the hand made bakery items are phenomenal! Support Local business 🤝🏼
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Steven Lara
The barista was so lovely and kind! Would highly recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
chardonbae evans
My partner and I walked here and tried the place out for the first time, lovely coffee, delicious baked treats, and sweet customer service from Kim ❤️
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brian Blair
Well another 5 star rating. We were traveling through and lucked out and found this exceptional espresso bar. The barista Kim makes great drinks and is super friendly. She knew everyone's name who came in. Between drink orders she helped customers with crossword puzzles and talked with us. The other patrons were also friendly. She deserves 6 stars!
Vegetarian options: Great quiche.
Lucy Madrigal
Nice visit in the Bankers Hill area, took a walk to find some coffee and we found the cutest/quaint coffee shop nestled between a couple other establishments, great coffee drinks & Pastries that Kim (the owner) baked herself, we visited here twice and both times met really nice people, one lady actually walked with us to one of the 7 bridges in that area, the suspension bridge was a bit wobbly but it was a great experience to walk across, we did two more after that, next time we'll hit the other 4. Definitely will stay in this area again, and of course, a visit with Kim for her delicious lattes is a must!
Wonderful local place. Kim is most excellent.
Cute coffee cart tucked away in bankers hill. Kim is the best and always fun to chat with. Favorite coffee place in town!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cool, casual, comfortable
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best coffee shop in Hillcrest & Bankers Hill on First Avenue - bar none. Looking for the best coffee shop in Hillcrest or Bankers Hill? This cozy, locally owned gem on First Avenue is a must-visit. Open seven days a week from 6 AM to 11 AM, it's known by locals for San Diego’s best espresso, plus smooth lattes, cappuccinos, and rich drip coffee. You’ll pay $5.75 max per drink, so go ahead and add that extra flavor shot or go for double espresso. The owner bakes remarkable homemade banana bread and other fresh treats (including gluten-free) every morning, making this the perfect spot for a quick coffee or a relaxing pastry break. Whether you're a regular or just passing through, this Hillcrest coffee shop delivers great vibes, quality coffee, and a warm welcome, every single day.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hidden San Diego Gem. If you are in the Hillcrest area, don’t miss Expresso Mio. Locally owned and operated by someone who loves San Diego and loves her neighborhood, Expresso Mio is everything you’d want in a coffee shop. Awesome coffee, delectable treats, and enriching conversation.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a hidden jewel in hillcrest!! The best coffee Ive had in years. The staff is super friendly. Prices are great and lots of seating. Try their skinny macadamia nut latte.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice little two table pop up. Great for a walk through the neighborhood. Kind staff. Wouldn’t go out of my way for it but if I lived nearby there I’d be a regular
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best espresso I've had in the States.
Service: 5
10 stars. Not from the area, stopped here totally unplanned during a long run and got a banana and a double espresso. Somehow I felt like it saved my life in the moment. Excellent service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The cutest little coffee stand for early risers! The owner is so sweet and the coffee is reliably excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Local hidden gem tucked away in the courtyard of a family Italian restaurant. Always great service and the hand made bakery items are phenomenal! Support Local business 🤝🏼
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The barista was so lovely and kind! Would highly recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My partner and I walked here and tried the place out for the first time, lovely coffee, delicious baked treats, and sweet customer service from Kim ❤️
Food: 5
Service: 5
Well another 5 star rating. We were traveling through and lucked out and found this exceptional espresso bar. The barista Kim makes great drinks and is super friendly. She knew everyone's name who came in. Between drink orders she helped customers with crossword puzzles and talked with us. The other patrons were also friendly. She deserves 6 stars!
Vegetarian options: Great quiche.
Nice visit in the Bankers Hill area, took a walk to find some coffee and we found the cutest/quaint coffee shop nestled between a couple other establishments, great coffee drinks & Pastries that Kim (the owner) baked herself, we visited here twice and both times met really nice people, one lady actually walked with us to one of the 7 bridges in that area, the suspension bridge was a bit wobbly but it was a great experience to walk across, we did two more after that, next time we'll hit the other 4. Definitely will stay in this area again, and of course, a visit with Kim for her delicious lattes is a must!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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