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!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Micah Lowell
Best cup of cold brew I’ve ever had
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Segev Malool
Amazing coffee and pastry, friendly staff, 11/10 nailed it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jennifer Lewis
So cute!! Would come back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Josh Bankhead
Really good new wave coffee. When I am back in SD I will return
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jason Mendoza
I love the vibe they give off when you enter the shop and the choice of adventure will change your idea of what kind of coffee or matcha order you originally wanted! Check it out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kamrin Erickson
Found this on the walkabout app. The coffee is wonderful. Service is goof and the atmosphere is off the charts
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kathryn Widdoss
The velvety Banana-Bourbon Latte (with my chosen Ethiopia espresso) is mouth watering and will bring me back.❤️☕️ Flavors come through but are not overwhelmed by banana, which I was afraid was a possibility but wanted to try to see what the bourbon flavor was like. Very happy that I did! The bourbon flavor comes through subtly as well - perfect🏆 Can't wait to go back and try the Dark Chocolate flavor. I like that you can choose which type of espresso or coffee will go in your drink, so you can shape the flavor to your preference. 👍
Torque Coffee is hidden in plain sight - easily accessible on El Cajon Blvd, but also worth going out of your way for! Very appealing and inviting space. Comfortable seating including really nice counter seating looking out the window. Great place to go to read quietly, meet with people, or work. Really cool decor and retail as well - definite vibe 🙌
The buttermilk biscuit 🧈 has a wonderful strong buttermilk flavor, and a moist crumbly texture. This isn't a dinner roll and it's not a flaky pastry: this is a real biscuit. Served with a sweet rhubarb jam that is a perfect complement to the tangy buttermilk. Tastes like it's made with whole buttermilk - not the low-fat buttermilk you find in grocery stores now. Deeelish! 🙌
The GOAST Toast has artisan quality bread and a delicious intriguing combination of flavors: tomato jelly, Scratch House vegan “goat cheese”, & oak-aged balsamic. Delectable. Normally it comes with a Za'ataar spice but I skipped that. Everything here is fresh and tasty.
Staff/managers/owners are super friendly and helpful, enthusiastic about educating, and will help you make a selection to meet your taste.
Love the fact they have chosen to use sustainable, biodegradable, plastic-free, compostable packaging. My cup and lid are made w bamboo 💐🌳🌎💋
Legit award-winning coffees 🏆🙌💋
Can do mobile orders!! ✅️🚗🚙
10/10 🏆🙌❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tonks
It was my first time in and had a lot of questions, but the baristas were both very kind, patient, and knowledgeable. They helped me order a drink for my friend (banana bourbon latte) and she was super satisfied. I got a Sparkle Party (best drink name EVER) with Palo Santo honey and it was fantastic. The barista on bar(apologies for not asking your name) had a true understanding and appreciation for the flavor notes in the different roasts and paired them perfectly with our drinks. As a former barista of 18 years, 10/10 recomended. Great atmosphere and best coffee I have had in years!
My friend picked up a banana bourbon for me this morning as a surprise. Having moved back to the states this year after being gone for 3 years ive noticed an influx of coffee shops and an decline in quality. This place absolutely holds up to the classic flavor and ideal. 10/10 absolutely love!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Kevin Petty
Amazing chai
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tony B
This place is the real deal. Coffee science is happening here, resulting in great cups of coffee. They bake their own pastries and such, as well. I also liked they didn't assume I wanted it in a to-go cup; so many places you have to fight to get non-disposable cups, etc.
👍
Kiara Robinson
So friendly & full of life
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Justin Simon
HAPPY 1YR BIRTHDAY!!! Thank you for the coffee :) I love this place with all my heart ❤️
This place is a vibe. The matcha is 10/10.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
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!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best cup of cold brew I’ve ever had
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing coffee and pastry, friendly staff, 11/10 nailed it
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So cute!! Would come back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really good new wave coffee. When I am back in SD I will return
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love the vibe they give off when you enter the shop and the choice of adventure will change your idea of what kind of coffee or matcha order you originally wanted! Check it out!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Found this on the walkabout app. The coffee is wonderful. Service is goof and the atmosphere is off the charts
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The velvety Banana-Bourbon Latte (with my chosen Ethiopia espresso) is mouth watering and will bring me back.❤️☕️ Flavors come through but are not overwhelmed by banana, which I was afraid was a possibility but wanted to try to see what the bourbon flavor was like. Very happy that I did! The bourbon flavor comes through subtly as well - perfect🏆 Can't wait to go back and try the Dark Chocolate flavor. I like that you can choose which type of espresso or coffee will go in your drink, so you can shape the flavor to your preference. 👍
Torque Coffee is hidden in plain sight - easily accessible on El Cajon Blvd, but also worth going out of your way for! Very appealing and inviting space. Comfortable seating including really nice counter seating looking out the window. Great place to go to read quietly, meet with people, or work. Really cool decor and retail as well - definite vibe 🙌
The buttermilk biscuit 🧈 has a wonderful strong buttermilk flavor, and a moist crumbly texture. This isn't a dinner roll and it's not a flaky pastry: this is a real biscuit. Served with a sweet rhubarb jam that is a perfect complement to the tangy buttermilk. Tastes like it's made with whole buttermilk - not the low-fat buttermilk you find in grocery stores now. Deeelish! 🙌
The GOAST Toast has artisan quality bread and a delicious intriguing combination of flavors: tomato jelly, Scratch House vegan “goat cheese”, & oak-aged balsamic. Delectable. Normally it comes with a Za'ataar spice but I skipped that. Everything here is fresh and tasty.
Staff/managers/owners are super friendly and helpful, enthusiastic about educating, and will help you make a selection to meet your taste.
Love the fact they have chosen to use sustainable, biodegradable, plastic-free, compostable packaging. My cup and lid are made w bamboo 💐🌳🌎💋
Legit award-winning coffees 🏆🙌💋
Can do mobile orders!! ✅️🚗🚙
10/10 🏆🙌❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It was my first time in and had a lot of questions, but the baristas were both very kind, patient, and knowledgeable. They helped me order a drink for my friend (banana bourbon latte) and she was super satisfied. I got a Sparkle Party (best drink name EVER) with Palo Santo honey and it was fantastic. The barista on bar(apologies for not asking your name) had a true understanding and appreciation for the flavor notes in the different roasts and paired them perfectly with our drinks. As a former barista of 18 years, 10/10 recomended. Great atmosphere and best coffee I have had in years!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
My friend picked up a banana bourbon for me this morning as a surprise. Having moved back to the states this year after being gone for 3 years ive noticed an influx of coffee shops and an decline in quality. This place absolutely holds up to the classic flavor and ideal. 10/10 absolutely love!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Amazing chai
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is the real deal. Coffee science is happening here, resulting in great cups of coffee. They bake their own pastries and such, as well. I also liked they didn't assume I wanted it in a to-go cup; so many places you have to fight to get non-disposable cups, etc.
👍
So friendly & full of life
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
HAPPY 1YR BIRTHDAY!!! Thank you for the coffee :) I love this place with all my heart ❤️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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