I’ve been going here for years & all the staff are the sweetest & they have my favorite lavender latte!! It’s the only place I get non-black coffee because their homemade syrups are that good! It’s super cute & the owner puts so much heart into the shop, events, & the community. Absolutely 110% recommend 😊
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bee V
Delicious lavender latte
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Caroline Giegerich
The kind of coffee shop that makes you fall in love with a neighborhood
I've been to Gem twice now (once on a previous visit to see my sister, and again this trip) and both times have been absolutely lovely. The barista was so endearing when I ordered an espresso shot - they mentioned it wasn't ordered often and seemed genuinely excited to make it. And wow, was it worth it. Light, citrusy, perfectly pulled. I also got a cortado and both drinks were perfect.
Then I met the owner, who took time to tell me about where they source their beans and share some of the shop's story. That kind of personal touch - where you can tell someone genuinely loves what they do - is rare and special.
Oh, and they have records! I browsed for a while and walked out with a new Peggy Lee addition for my collection.
Gem isn't just serving great coffee (though they absolutely are). They've created a space that feels warm, personal, and intentional. The kind of place that makes you want to come back every time you're in town.
Can't recommend highly enough.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Grace L
Staff was friendly, coffee was just ok (honey latte), only pastries were croissant which was dry and not great. Overpriced based on quality. Not a lot of drink options. Only a couple tables inside and outside.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 4
Kicks Giggles
Had an Iced Mocha while waiting for my car to get serviced. Cute little coffee shop with lots of local businesses promoted inside ☕️🌸
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lianna Schechter
My favorite neighborhood coffee shop! The owner is so friendly and community-minded. I love having this place in the neighborhood.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Hnin
The workers are so nice, absolute gems 💞the vanilla latte is so bomb!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My Le
Nested on a busy street in between Vietnamese shops, I always thought this was an Asian cafe but it’s not. It’s such a cute urban cafe.
Parking may be difficult on the street. They have a small lot. The menu is also small. They offer food such as bánh mì that’s from Paris Bakery.
They sell their own coffee grounds. They also feature items from local artists and retailers like books, candles, tshirts.
We ordered a lavender latte and matcha. There’s only one size and let me tell you, the coffee is strong! Definitely worth your money and great quality drinks for such a limited menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Cervini
I am sitting here now and felt compelled to write this. I am blown away on how nice, attentive and friendly the owner is an how good my decaf latte is! I came in on the recommendation of a good place to wait from local business owner who is working on my car. I'll be back!
Hands down best matcha I have found in San Diego! Got it hot with almond milk and added honey. Also, the owner is a gem✨🍵
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Blue Taylor
Nice owner and great playlist!
Michael Alman
The only delicious coffee shop to go to in the area. Plus they're open late! Get you saying Hallalujah on a Sunday
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Francisco Vasquez
Highly recommended coffee shop ! I have tried multiple drinks and all have been great! The staff is friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere is calm and welcoming. I recommend the Macha with honey!
Good latte.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
I’ve been going here for years & all the staff are the sweetest & they have my favorite lavender latte!! It’s the only place I get non-black coffee because their homemade syrups are that good! It’s super cute & the owner puts so much heart into the shop, events, & the community. Absolutely 110% recommend 😊
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious lavender latte
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The kind of coffee shop that makes you fall in love with a neighborhood
I've been to Gem twice now (once on a previous visit to see my sister, and again this trip) and both times have been absolutely lovely.
The barista was so endearing when I ordered an espresso shot - they mentioned it wasn't ordered often and seemed genuinely excited to make it. And wow, was it worth it. Light, citrusy, perfectly pulled. I also got a cortado and both drinks were perfect.
Then I met the owner, who took time to tell me about where they source their beans and share some of the shop's story. That kind of personal touch - where you can tell someone genuinely loves what they do - is rare and special.
Oh, and they have records! I browsed for a while and walked out with a new Peggy Lee addition for my collection.
Gem isn't just serving great coffee (though they absolutely are). They've created a space that feels warm, personal, and intentional. The kind of place that makes you want to come back every time you're in town.
Can't recommend highly enough.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Staff was friendly, coffee was just ok (honey latte), only pastries were croissant which was dry and not great. Overpriced based on quality. Not a lot of drink options. Only a couple tables inside and outside.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 4
Had an Iced Mocha while waiting for my car to get serviced. Cute little coffee shop with lots of local businesses promoted inside ☕️🌸
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My favorite neighborhood coffee shop! The owner is so friendly and community-minded. I love having this place in the neighborhood.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
The workers are so nice, absolute gems 💞the vanilla latte is so bomb!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nested on a busy street in between Vietnamese shops, I always thought this was an Asian cafe but it’s not. It’s such a cute urban cafe.
Parking may be difficult on the street. They have a small lot. The menu is also small. They offer food such as bánh mì that’s from Paris Bakery.
They sell their own coffee grounds. They also feature items from local artists and retailers like books, candles, tshirts.
We ordered a lavender latte and matcha. There’s only one size and let me tell you, the coffee is strong! Definitely worth your money and great quality drinks for such a limited menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I am sitting here now and felt compelled to write this. I am blown away on how nice, attentive and friendly the owner is an how good my decaf latte is! I came in on the recommendation of a good place to wait from local business owner who is working on my car.
I'll be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Hands down best matcha I have found in San Diego! Got it hot with almond milk and added honey. Also, the owner is a gem✨🍵
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice owner and great playlist!
The only delicious coffee shop to go to in the area. Plus they're open late! Get you saying Hallalujah on a Sunday
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Highly recommended coffee shop ! I have tried multiple drinks and all have been great! The staff is friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere is calm and welcoming. I recommend the Macha with honey!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Iced Americano and Croissant
Our demitasse of coffee was good!
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 4
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