37 Best Cafes near San Ysidro

“Omar is not only a coffee wizard, he is a pillar of the community. He has always been kind and caring when we’ve crossed paths at nonprofit events and boy does he know how to craft specialty drinks. Unique flavors, good vibes, and now a brick and mortar shop!

This is the spot. Go support an amazing local business!“

“Really cool and unique coffee! I went in and just asked the barista to give me two coffees he recommended and it did not disappoint! We got the black nitro cold brew and the honey lavender and both were delicious! Also got a donut and it was also great. The barista was so friendly! I would totally make this my go to coffee spot when we visit Coronado.“

“I’m a local customer for over 25 years. I love this place every thing is well prepare with love. The owners are always happy to see the customers! One of my favorite is the Mexican Mocha, the breakfast sandwich. To say the least everything on the menu is excellent. I’ve rather support this small family coffee shop, then Starbucks. Thank you so much for caring for you’re customers and the great food. Many Blessings!“

“Nice place to relax and chill away from the house“

“The chillest Grill and Cafe. The food is fresh, crispy soft chibatta bread, Chai tea latte is perfect and the Berry smoothie is flavorful. Definitely will come back. The atmosphere is blend of city and home style. The staff is very helpful and attentive.“

“Love the coffee shop! Perfect lattes with our giant cinnamon roll with cream cheese frosting. Excellent employees! Atmosphere is adorable. Highly recommend 10/10!!“

“Always great service and delicious food prepared fresh. Family atmosphere and worth the wait.“

“I am new to IB and am just so impressed with Katy's Cafe! They are busy (so you know they're good!), but they get your order out quick. The staff is friendly, inviting and accommodating! I had my dog and daughter and they could obviously tell that I had my hands full and brought my order outside to me without me even asking. I have definitely found my go to local coffee shop!“

“Great customer service great food Great coffee Highly recommended“

“Best coffee in San Diego!!!! ☕️✨“

“Yummy food and friendly service. Love the carne asada fries and tacos!“

“I hate this place. Coffee way too perfect, the toast tastes like spring, and even the wallpaper looks like it could solve my problems. A flower basically tried to give me life advice. The kindest service by SUPER models. Please, stay away so I can keep this hidden gem to myself.“

“The best sandwiches and flavors!“

“First time here. We got a smoothies and fruit teas. They're yummy. They use REAL FRUIT and, for ube smoove, they use a paste. That's great. I prefer that than powders. The guy who helped us was really nice and had a great sense of humor. I'll come back here.“

“Yummy food and friendly service. Love the carne asada fries and tacos!“

“Great place and wonderful staff. Unfortunately it's for military only. If you or somebody you know can get on base I highly recommend a visit. Food is very good and the staff is very polite and friendly. Maybe a bit pricey for some things but the visit is worth it.“

“So delicious, sometimes I’m almost done with my🥤☕️ before I take a picture🤦🏻‍♀️ AND the pastries 🍩🥐 The donuts are yummy but don’t even get me started on the 🤤battery🤤croissants🤤👍🏼👍🏼.“

“I really like the protein shakes and the food. They have all your macros spelled out for you so you know what you're getting out of every bite or sip. I'm just not super keen on the service. They often forget to check if you get a discount, stamp your card, and don't welcome you in. It's a quick stop shop. You don't really hang out there so it's fine.“

“The desserts are out of this world!! The ube crack cheesecake is a favorite!!! They ran out of pastrami and cheese the day we went for a sandwich, but we still enjoyed our visit. Customer service was great!!! A nice friendly place!!! Parking availability was fine.“

“Absolutely loved my visit! 🥑 The avocado toast was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared! The staff were so warm and friendly. And as a dog lover, I really appreciated how dog-friendly the place was! ❤️ Ssuch a welcoming vibe for both people and pups. Definitely coming back!“

“i frequent Lollicup for the Boba which is an option for any drink on their menu- hot, warm, or cold. The menu covers the usual flavored drink combos with just as many unique signature flavored drinks. Of course, like the Boba you have the option to get a traditional iced tea or hot cocoa But Why?? Lollicup also serves Slushies, Smoothies, Milkshakes, Snow, Dairy & Non-Dairy just ask the staff are always friendly and know their drink ??. Been here for 10+ years and Lollicup does not disappoint/hits the brain-freezing/warm-soothing spot Everytime.“

“I had the beef biryani delivered to my place. I wanted it spicy. They did and it was perfect. The food was delicious! I will be ordering from them again for sure!“

“great staff. great food. so far I've had a few of their different plates, and all have been good“

“deliiiicioso limpio y rapido“

“this is my favorite coffee shop in Chula Vista as of today 🙌“

“I’ve been coming to Paris Baguette since the day they opened through good days, bad days, sad days, and happy ones. Whether it’s a busy morning or a quiet afternoon, one thing has never changed: I’m always treated like a guest in someone’s home. That kind of warmth and consistency is rare, and it means more than words can express.

What makes it even more special is how effortless they make it seem though I know from experience It takes excellent training, genuine care, and a strong team to create that kind of experience day after day.

From the from-scratch kitchen to the stunning pastry displays, everything is crafted with attention to detail and pride. The presentation is beautiful, the quality is consistent, and even something as simple as a cup of coffee feels elevated. For those moments you're there, no matter what life has thrown at you, everything else fades away. It’s not just a bakery or a café—it’s a small escape.“

“La comida muy rica quedamos satisfechos, lastima que el servicio no es muy bueno. No son muy amigables y tardaron mucho para dar el menu, tomar las bebidas y la entrega.“

“Best coffee ever had. So many delicious choices. Really recommend and it’s local in Southbay.“

“Excellent stay!!!!! the beds are so comfortable! Rain head showers.. super hot water! Super clean! excellent service!!!! I didn't see a sketchy area around the motel. I felt safe there.“

“This place was AMAZEBALLS!!!!!!!!!! The infamous Diego Garcia took my order and suggested I got an iced BEST DRINK EVER and a Better Breakfast Sandwich and it was so so so so GOOD! Service and incredible, me and my family of 13 had a beautiful experience at Better Buzz and we absolutely plan on coming back.
Best place to get buzzed!“

“This is a wonderful Book Store. It’s beautiful and clean. Great location and very friendly staff. It’s great that they have books from local authors as well.“

“Very nice staff and manager, the coffee is Very Good and the food is Very Good.“

“Ordered a Don Pofirio, 12oz & it was good. A little too chocolatity :) but tasty! The service was amazing! The girl was patient with my questions.

There’s a better bus across the street that I was going to, but I wanted to check this place out. They now have a lot of seating inside!“

“Today we received wonderful service and comforting food. I’ll be honest I didn’t come with the highest expectations due to some of the reviews but I’m so happy we gave it a chance. Kind service and friendly smiles. Our lattes were made perfectly, really meshed well with the outdoor vibe. We had the chilaquiles and hot chicken Benedict’s. Very good if I had to make a suggestion just a pinch of salt but nothing major. Overall very happy with everything. I would say if you come starving, then just be aware food is made to order and fresh so it does take a little bit which is normal. Also just 2 people serving perhaps because it wasn’t as busy but on a busy day they may have more help. Regardless I highly recommend it, you won’t regret it. Thank you for giving us a pleasant experience.“

“Located right on Logan Ave in the heart of Barrio Logan, Por Vida is a cool little cafe with loads of artsy local style.

Everywhere you look you’ll find colorful artwork, including the glittery table tops which reminded me of cool low riders.

I enjoyed my iced De La Olla Latte, although I didn’t pick up the orange flavor. It was delicious nonetheless.

This is a great cafe to sit and soak up the neighborhood vibes.“

“After eating here I can't help but ask, " where have you been all my life?"
The Oriental Cafe offers generous portions for generous prices and unless you've fasted the whole day you will be bringing home Leftovers.
The staff is friendly and efficient as they tend to the constant flow of customers that filled the humble establishment.
Some may take mark down this Cafe for its simplistic decor; but others, like myself, find it charming. And after trying their dishes, it only adds delight to find a nice whole in the wall that let's their dishes speak for themselves.
I recommend dining in because you will get a serving of their egg drop soup and it is absolutely worth trying. It's hearty flavor reminds you of the soup you wish you had on a cold day or when you're feeling under the weather.
This is an establishment that deserves its business and I am already planning on coming back and bringing more family to experience it themselves.“

“It's so delicious food...“