Confusing for anyone looking up coffee on Yelp who may not be familiar with the area. This is located right at the entrance of the Salvation Army Kroc arena. There is 2 table to stand but no tables, etc. Great spot for a grab and go if you happened to be in the plaza as there are so many activities going on! All the hockey parents enjoyed their coffees, I had a mango smoothie instead which was delicious and refreshing. The spicy bacon grilled cheese is made on a panini press and the bacon is crumbled, not in strips with pepper jack cheese. Beautifully crispy and hot, it made for a delightful drive home. Well...the first couple minutes. Highly recommend if you're already enjoying your day there. I wouldn't go out of my way IMO.
Mary Thi
Little coffee shop with outdoor seating. Coffee was amazing. Owner’s were lovely.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kristin T.
I love love love the concept of this place but the first 2 times I came I didn't love their coffee. So I am hoping I will love it this time because I love their food menu and I love that they are open to the pool and their hours are Monday- Friday until 6 pm!!! And Saturday till 5 so you can get a coffee or food item at the deck of the pool at the Kroc center and get a coffee after your workout. And while my daughter Is in playcare I can have a little me time.so I am waiting for my coffee because it is pretty busy this morning on a Saturday...and I'm excited to tell you about my coffee...I'm getting the pumpkin spice latte.
christina covington
Very nice barista.Oatmilk latte was terrible. The coffee was bitter. Kirkland oatmilk was used, which did nothing to mask the coffee flavor. I was going to purchase a muffin but they were from Costco as well. I love supporting local but this one is not worth a return visit.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 4
Brittany A.
This coffee shop is located inside the Salvation Army Kroc center for anyone who might get confused. It's right by the pool! It's not a coffee shop, it's just like a little walk up coffee place. No places to sit, at least not today since it was rainy. I'm not sure if maybe they set chairs and tables out in sunny days. It's pretty convenient for people who go to the Kroc center though! I got the cortado, it's alright! I've tasted cortados and maybe it's the beans used but I get this burnt like taste or a strong like taste that I'm not just not a fan of. But it could be the beans used!! It's still decently enjoyable though (: I'd come again to try other drinks (: The guy who served me was also really kind, nice and fast service!!!!
Christopher Osburn
The owner is SUPER NICE & professional! The coffee, smoothie’s & sandwiches were EXCELLENT! Definitely better than Starbucks.
Great coffee Great Chai Latte Even better customer service If you're in Central San Diego and want to have some quality coffee check this place out. Big parking lot in the kroc center which has pools gym ice skating basketball and more
Vickelly X
Honestly the vending machine hot chocolate or coffee inside is better. Hot chocolate is over $4 and it's just the Swiss miss with hot water no cream. The coffee is bland and just as expensive as Starbucks or coffee bean. Tried it about 4 times different orders in hopes it was a fluke, but
This coffee shop is right when you pull into the Salvation Army Kroc Center. Parking there is busy. There is one parking spot dedicated to the coffee shop - I think it has a 10 minute limit - but that means whoever gets there first can apparently stay there in their car for as long as they want. The coffee shop should look into another spot so people who want coffee don’t have to park across the entire parking lot. Good customer service, coffee is aight.
Billie Richardson
This is an amazing coffee shop. I work right next door to them so I come here often . I usually get the hot matcha green tea latte - which is better than Starbucks. I wanted to leave a review because this coffee shop goes above and beyond to make sure you’re satisfied with your order. And if you’re not, they will do what they can to make it right.All three staff (Father, mother & son) are so kind, and friendly: just the right amount of professionalism and personability.I will of course be coming back.Thanks MBC?
Rebecca Clements
The americano was ok. No chairs outside by the 2 tables (inside the pool area). Nowhere to sit and work. No vegan options (they have whey protein in all smoothies but could ask for without and do all fruit if you really needed something).
Rebecca C.
The americano was ok. No chairs outside by the 2 tables (inside the pool area). Nowhere to sit and work. No vegan options (they have whey protein in all smoothies but could ask for without and do all fruit if you really needed something).
Sarah Z.
This has become my favorite place for coffee in San Diego. I love the iced caramel macchiato's and there's something special about the brew of the coffee that is better than anywhere else and also the service and the setting. There is outside table service right by the swimming pool in a row of trees that creates a lovely ambience early in the morning they are open from 7 AM to 7 PM and have wonderful food as well.
Confusing for anyone looking up coffee on Yelp who may not be familiar with the area. This is located right at the entrance of the Salvation Army Kroc arena. There is 2 table to stand but no tables, etc. Great spot for a grab and go if you happened to be in the plaza as there are so many activities going on! All the hockey parents enjoyed their coffees, I had a mango smoothie instead which was delicious and refreshing. The spicy bacon grilled cheese is made on a panini press and the bacon is crumbled, not in strips with pepper jack cheese. Beautifully crispy and hot, it made for a delightful drive home. Well...the first couple minutes. Highly recommend if you're already enjoying your day there. I wouldn't go out of my way IMO.
Little coffee shop with outdoor seating. Coffee was amazing. Owner’s were lovely.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love love love the concept of this place but the first 2 times I came I didn't love their coffee. So I am hoping I will love it this time because I love their food menu and I love that they are open to the pool and their hours are Monday- Friday until 6 pm!!! And Saturday till 5 so you can get a coffee or food item at the deck of the pool at the Kroc center and get a coffee after your workout. And while my daughter Is in playcare I can have a little me time.so I am waiting for my coffee because it is pretty busy this morning on a Saturday...and I'm excited to tell you about my coffee...I'm getting the pumpkin spice latte.
Very nice barista.Oatmilk latte was terrible. The coffee was bitter. Kirkland oatmilk was used, which did nothing to mask the coffee flavor. I was going to purchase a muffin but they were from Costco as well. I love supporting local but this one is not worth a return visit.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 4
This coffee shop is located inside the Salvation Army Kroc center for anyone who might get confused. It's right by the pool! It's not a coffee shop, it's just like a little walk up coffee place. No places to sit, at least not today since it was rainy. I'm not sure if maybe they set chairs and tables out in sunny days. It's pretty convenient for people who go to the Kroc center though! I got the cortado, it's alright! I've tasted cortados and maybe it's the beans used but I get this burnt like taste or a strong like taste that I'm not just not a fan of. But it could be the beans used!! It's still decently enjoyable though (: I'd come again to try other drinks (: The guy who served me was also really kind, nice and fast service!!!!
The owner is SUPER NICE & professional! The coffee, smoothie’s & sandwiches were EXCELLENT! Definitely better than Starbucks.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Breakfast Sandwich, Mission Brew Coffee
Came, sign says “open”, nobody there. Waited, left. No coffee, meeh
Hard to beat a tasty double espresso for $2.90
Great coffee Great Chai Latte Even better customer service If you're in Central San Diego and want to have some quality coffee check this place out. Big parking lot in the kroc center which has pools gym ice skating basketball and more
Honestly the vending machine hot chocolate or coffee inside is better. Hot chocolate is over $4 and it's just the Swiss miss with hot water no cream. The coffee is bland and just as expensive as Starbucks or coffee bean. Tried it about 4 times different orders in hopes it was a fluke, but
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
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This coffee shop is right when you pull into the Salvation Army Kroc Center. Parking there is busy. There is one parking spot dedicated to the coffee shop - I think it has a 10 minute limit - but that means whoever gets there first can apparently stay there in their car for as long as they want. The coffee shop should look into another spot so people who want coffee don’t have to park across the entire parking lot. Good customer service, coffee is aight.
This is an amazing coffee shop. I work right next door to them so I come here often . I usually get the hot matcha green tea latte - which is better than Starbucks. I wanted to leave a review because this coffee shop goes above and beyond to make sure you’re satisfied with your order. And if you’re not, they will do what they can to make it right.All three staff (Father, mother & son) are so kind, and friendly: just the right amount of professionalism and personability.I will of course be coming back.Thanks MBC?
The americano was ok. No chairs outside by the 2 tables (inside the pool area). Nowhere to sit and work. No vegan options (they have whey protein in all smoothies but could ask for without and do all fruit if you really needed something).
The americano was ok. No chairs outside by the 2 tables (inside the pool area). Nowhere to sit and work. No vegan options (they have whey protein in all smoothies but could ask for without and do all fruit if you really needed something).
This has become my favorite place for coffee in San Diego. I love the iced caramel macchiato's and there's something special about the brew of the coffee that is better than anywhere else and also the service and the setting. There is outside table service right by the swimming pool in a row of trees that creates a lovely ambience early in the morning they are open from 7 AM to 7 PM and have wonderful food as well.