Better Buzz

★★★★☆ 4 (1286) • $

"One of my favorite Better Buzz locations. The ambiance is nice. Parking can be a pain though. There is only street parking if you're lucky enough to find a spot. Customer service is great. The baristas are nice and welcoming. You can't go wrong with ordering their Best Drink Ever. It's made with their signature creamy vanilla syrup."

Lofty Coffee - La Costa

★★★★☆ 3.5 (127) • $$

"When in the north county San Diego area, Lofty Coffee - La Costa is one of my favorite places. The coffee, food, and service are amazing. The staff's service and friendly demeanor contribute to the inviting atmosphere, making customers feel genuinely welcome.Lofty roasts their own coffee and has a variety of crafted coffees. The selection of pastries and food items complement the drinks, adding to the overall experience.The quality of the coffee and food and the overall service and ambiance makes Lofty Coffee what it is. Lofty is an excellent spot for those seeking wonderful coffee and food in a charming setting."

Blue Bottle Coffee

★★★★☆ 3.6 (119) • $

"I've been here several times now. On my latest visit, I had a cortado and their Liège waffle. The cortado was pretty good up front but had a touch of acidity that I did not care for. The Liège waffle was very good. it was crispy and had good texture to it, and not to mention subtle sweetness about it. It has great color too. Customer service was friendly enough. I did think, however, that it could have been friendlier. This blue bottle offers inside and outside seating and is located at Westfield UTC Mall."

Thyme In The Ranch

★★★★☆ 4.2 (374) • $$

"Beautiful little brunch place with great food and ambience! I absolutely loved the House Quiche with a cup of Potato Spinach soup of the day. Their Triple Berry Pie was also delicious, though it was a bit too much jam for me. The service was great - everyone was kinda and friendly. I would love to come again and try more dishes!"

Tavern

★★★★☆ 3.7 (256)

"There's a small restaurant in the Arts District of Solana Beach. It was previously named "Wild Notes," which closed for restoration and reopened as the Tavern. I an happy to say, it has the same owners, and more importantly, the same quality food and specialty cocktails. During my last two visits here, our server was WHITTNEY! She provides EXCELLENT service from the moment you walk in the door throughout your dining experience. The food, vibe, decor is well thought out and planned. Enjoy, steak, seafood, pasta, chicken or vegetarian meals. You will feel like a VIP!! It is IMPORTANT to mention, this restaurant is in the same building as the Belly Up Tavern and concert venue. The kitchen is toward the front and center and serves customers in the restaurant, patio, main concert floor and upstairs loft. On concert nights, it is extremely busy, seating is limited and reservations are a must (Open Table app). Customers receive PREFERENTIAL service so you can have your dinner AND gain EARLY access to the concert through a special door in the back. Show your dinner receipt to the security guard. If you don't eat in the restaurant, you must wait on the sidewalk for the doors to open at 7PM. What are you waiting for, adventures await you! Check the website, buy concert tickets, make dinner reservations and hit me up, I want to go back! You know the drill, don't forget to tell 'em Rosemary sent ya!"

Jimmy's at Verge

★★★★☆ 4 (22) • $

"New lunch option in the area for those that work around Sorrento Valley area. Great daily specials including hot dishes, salads and grilled sandwich and burger options. this place does not get that crowded like Sorrento food court with the Qualcomm crowd which is a plus. I usually go the food truck route for convenience but this place is close to the office and actually cheaper than the food truck options in a lot of cases. I've been here twice last week since i was i was told about the place and I can see myself being a regular here. I haven't had the chance to try their Stumptown coffee but I'm sure I will. Check em out and let me know what you think."

Hinar Dessert Bar & Cafe

★★★★★ 4.7 (380) • $$

"Amazing latte! I love the ice they use and the coffee flavor is strong and delicious. I got the orange blossom latte which was really nice (maybe a touch too syrupy for me at first but once the ice melted a little bit and I stirred it more it was delicious!) We also shared a black sesame strawberry cake, which was perfectly umami and lightly sweet! Loved it! Best dessert we've had in SD. Great aesthetics!! Everything was made out of clay and the cups were super cute. I would highly recommend you taking some time in the cafe rather than taking your items to-go. Also, loved the music they played! It seems like lots of people come here to work, as there are readily available plugs. Now to the service, it wasn't superb but keep in mind they seem understaffed with only two workers when I went, so it's understandable that things moved pretty slowly. They still greeted us warmly and helped us when we needed it! Please have some patience when trying out this spot! Highly recommend as a stop on your to-do list in the area!!"

Stratford Court Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.1 (506) • $$

"Everything about the Stratford Court Cafe is great. From the food, the service, and the ambiance, this is an awesome place to visit when in Del Mar. First, the food. We ordered the Croissant Breakfast Sandwich, Berries & Cream Waffles, and the Açaí Hemp Bowl. All three were perfect. Kristian, the cashier that took our order, guided us in the right direction. This was our first time visiting, so we asked her for recommendations. Everything was delicious. Everyone there was very kind and helpful. And the cafe itself was very inviting. Plenty of seating. And the dog treats were a great touch. Our Golden Retriever was very happy as well. When in Del Mar, Stratford Court Cafe is a must."

Olive Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.3 (850) • $$

"If you're in the Mission Beach area, this place is a must! It's a cute spot with a small indoor area, but a solid outdoor area. It's counter service, so I'd recommend grabbing a spot under an umbrella while waiting for your food to be ready.The breakfast burritos are truly unreal. Something about the combination of flavors was just perfect. You could really tell that the ingredients were high quality and cooked nicely. The hash browns hit the spot and the bacon added just the right flavor. I would be more than happy to come back for a burrito the next time I'm in town!"

Cafe Del Mar

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (10)

"This little cafe is located at the Best Western Premier Hotel. They serve breakfast and coffee, and early lunch, and dinner later after 5 PM.I came in for breakfast and had a breakfast burrito with ham, eggs, and some Pepper Jack Cheese that was in there somewhere. The breakfast burrito was okay. It could of been much better if they would not put more ham into it, or at the very least, chop it up and scramble it in with the eggs. There was just to much egg up front.Also, cheese was used quite sparingly. I could not even see it nor taste it. It should be melted through the burrito and visible to the naked eye. The flour tortilla needed to be warmed up better. I would recommend that they place it on the griddle to form a little crust on it. The fruit garnish was nice, and the drip coffee was good.Service was friendly, and if you are staying at the hotel, you receive a discount."

Carlsbad French Pastry Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.8 (348)

"Always greeted when you walk into this bakery. This morning, I opted for a cheese danish. It looked pretty in the pastry case, but still wanted to confirm it wasn't a cream danish. It looked silky buttermilky cream.I ate it once I got to work. Indeed, it is on the creamy side, and also sweeter than cheese danishes typically are. I prefer the version that is not as sweet and creamy. I wouldn't order this one again for myself. I paid $4.10 for my danish."

Off The 8 Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.4 (37)

"Amazing every time, both food and service!I had the Country Benedict (again!) and hubby had the ABC omelette. Good coffee. Generous portions, friendly accommodating service, clean gender-neutral restrooms. Some outdoor seating if that's your thing. It's in a retail center with other restaurants, a liquor store, a Chase bank. Literally just a few yards off Interstate 8. Plentiful parking."

Tiger Café

★★★★☆ 4.1 (82) • $$

"After a late night early morning in downtown, what is better than a hot coffee? I saw the cute little logo on my way home. Once upon a time, I lived a couple blocks away from this location and it was Starbucks. It's very nice to see that another café was opened in its place. I was surprised to see and smell delicious breakfast plates being served. Their food menu consisted of more than a dozen dishes. The coffee drink menu had quite a few selections as well. The staff seemed very attentive and efficient.I got a coconut Matcha latte. It was delicious. My only issue with my latte was that it sounded like it came from a premixed. They had a few selections of milk or creamers. Overall, my little visit was great!"

Champagne French Bakery Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.9 (188) • $$

"5/5 Caramel macchiato - expensive but delicious! Not too sweet until the end when you realize all the caramel sank to the bottom :)5/5 Cinnamon roll - made with croissant pastry dough rather than yeast donut dough. Much lighter and fluffier. It was good! Not heavy at all. 2/5 Dark roast coffee - you take it yourself from a pump. The coffee comes black and you can sweeten it yourself if you so choose. The dark roast wasn't very dark at all, more like medium. Not that good if you're looking for dark roast but not bad if you like medium to light roast. Great service and lots of outside seating in the shade or sun. Very cute place!"

Blackmarket Bakery - East Village

★★★★☆ 4.3 (43) • $$

"This new East Village location of Blackmarket Bakery is much larger than the original shop in University Heights/North Park. The curbside parking (some metered) was also easier, however be wary of the transients that hang out in this area. There was a live band playing on the adjacent patio during the grand opening weekend last month when I visited near closing time. It was quite festive, and most of the indoor and outdoor seating was occupied.The menu board was dominated by breakfast and lunch sandwiches with descriptions. The beverages, pastries, and sweets were listed by name only. Plenty of baked goods were on display at the service counter. Also on display in the middle of the room at several tables forming an island were merchandise and prepackaged dried goods. I chose one savory and one sweet item for my to-go order.The Phoenix was the lunch sandwich of choice. The combination was made up of turkey, pepper jack cheese, avocado, roma tomatoes, arugula, and red pepper mayo on toasted Dutch crunch. I love that type of chewy, crunchy bread and normally choose it when available. Unfortunately, the kitchen had run out of supply. They made the sandwich using white bread which made it look rather plain.The sweet treat was a creme brulee which was served on a cardboard disc with a tab that made it easy to lift from inside the takeout box. I had no issues with the creamy tart at all. The service was a tad slow in preparing my order. The staff working the counter was very pleasant though. The neighborhood can be really gritty on some nearby streets, but I am happy to see the owners take a risk to open where such a business is needed."

Cafe 477

★★★★☆ 4.3 (10) • $

"The customer service is much better with the new owners. I would recommend giving this place a try."

Paris Baguette

★★★★★ 4.6 (163) • $

"Delicious and fresh pastries! I've come here many times and love the seasonal assortments. There is a variety of pastries, cakes, macaroons, croissants, breads, cookies, and coffee/tea options to choose from. It's like a pastry buffet and kinda like an 85 degrees with a twist. You walk in, grab a tray, walk down the aisle, and select what you wanna get. The name/type of pastry is labeled, along with the ingredients and the price. This is helpful and allows you to pick and choose what your like. I love the pastries filled with Bavarian cream, the almond croissants are good, and the pumpkin pastry was my favorite. The cold brew with foam is delicious and cheaper than Starbucks, and the lattes were really good. The prices are about average and reasonable. There is limited close parking, but it's located in a shopping center. If you can't find parking in front there is plenty of parking near by. There is 1 table located outside and a few places to sit inside. Not a lot of seating, but I've always taken my pastries to go. The service has been good, and the place is kept clean. Overall worth checking out."

Blue Luna Cafe & Deli

★★★★☆ 4.3 (54)

"LOVE Blue Luna Cafe & Deli!! My go to is the panela veggie sandwich- it is perfection, with all the right ingredients! Portion size is pretty massive, so I usually share, so wish I could eat the whole thing LOL. Service is fast and always consistent. Support small businesses and definitely give them a try!"

Coco Bomb

★★★★★ 4.7 (270) • $

"Coco Bomb serves bomb coconut centric desserts. Glad to see that they're open on Sundays now although Wednesdays are still closed. They had a simple menu consisting of sundaes, drinks and rice flour desserts. The coconut pancakes were premade and packaged. Each order was made quickly, I barely sat down when they called my number. =ORDERED=*Coconut Sundae: came with three scoops of ice cream and 1 topping. I liked how each order could be topped with milk so it was creamier. The amount of mango that came with my order was a bit underwhelming so I won't get that again. However the sweet sticky rice was the perfect glutinous texture. The coconut was sweet and soft. *Ice Cream Scoop: their coconut ice cream was absolutely divine. Such pure, intense flavor. It wasn't as creamy as the scoops in the sundae but it's a great option when you don't want too many scoops. *Coconut Pancake: chewy texture with slightly crispy coconut flakes. Not too sweet and they tasted better when I air fried them at home. The spot was clean and decked out for a tropical setting. The sundae was a tasty shareable and this will be a go to dessert stop when I'm in the area."

Mrkt Space - La Jolla Shores

★★★★☆ 4.2 (95) • $$

"I am writing right now from the coffee shop. I was supposed to meet my Italian and Turkish girlfriends over coffee to chat. However the campers have been taking place of this coffee shop more and more. I like it because it is so spacious, like the products they sell, the service is always friendly but please, message to Giorgio the manager...do not allow people putting their feet on the chaia and seating spaces. This is outrageous, disrespectful for customers that actually consume and want to enjoy the atmosphere. This should not be a public library with entitled people putting on the shoes where people sit. I am in shock that this is allowed. I told a server but poor thing she is very sweet and probably scared of confronting these these people who I am pretty sure would not do the same at their homes. The girls in the pic are just a sample...at least thanks for adding the sign in the big table to make it reserved for actual customers (I was able to eat my croissant in peace). It is sad that business have to put signs for something that should be common sense. For the rest, all great in this modern building at the corner so close to the beach. #pissed"

The Tin Scoop Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.3 (15)

"This little coffee shop and cafe is recently underway and is located right next door the the Lion's Share, in downtown San Diego.I wanted a cortado, but they had not gotten that on the menu yet, but hopefully soon. Instead, I went for the pico Americano straight black for $4.50 plus tax. The Americano was quite good. It was very smooth and rich. Just a note, a pico is a small amount of coffee, about 3-4 ounces.This place is a to go only place, unless they add a few tables out in front, which I recommended if possible. They offer locally sourced baked goods, ice cream, and a variety of specialty lattes and cold pressed juices. It's a cool spot for some eats and beverages on the go. The service was very friendly."

Tappi's Cafe

★★★★★ 4.6 (169) • $$

"My son asked me to look at the menu on line and he picked up a sandwich for me. So for lunch i chose the OsakaSmoked turkey, turkey bacon, grilled cheese, avocado, scrambled eggs, mayo & mustard.All sandwiches served on garlic brioche bread) Very filling and yummy."

Bella Vista Social Club & Caffé

★★★★☆ 4 (435) • $$

"It's unfortunate Bella Vista doesn't validate parking (the huge lot in front of it is controlled by UCSD) - not so much due to cost, but because apparently I am not particularly bright and cannot for the life of me figure out how the pay machines work so must resort to trying to find an empty space on the super packed street (FYI lunch companions, this is why I'm always late)!That said, this is a super chill spot for hanging out, especially when the weather is warm and/or there's live music on the patio. Service is casual and can be spotty, but the food is pretty tasty for an office park resto - I recommend the gnocchi with your choice of protein and sauce. The cocktails are a little watered-down, which is not a bad thing if you still have half a workday left but not so good if you're done and trying to get your happy hour on. ;)"

High Tide Cafe

★★★★☆ 3.6 (10)

"This little cafe has the best customer service, great quality local coffee from Bird Rock Coffee, and a great selection for a quick lunch bite. My favorite item is the veggie breakfast burrito. Love the ocean theme, right on point for San Diego!"

Jane's Cafe

★★★★★ 4.7 (218) • $

"I was craving a bagel for breakfast. I can't stand Einstein's anymore because their bagels have gone downhill, so I wanted to check out a cafe I haven't been to. I found Jane's and I was confused when my maps took me to an office building. It is the right place! Jane's is located in the office building and there's no sign outside indicating it's Jane's. Just go in and walk past the elevators. They have a large menu and the prices were very affordable. I wanted a lox bagel but unfortunately they didn't have lox when I came. Instead I just got a jalapeño cheddar bagel with cream cheese and it was the best bagel I've had in a while. It was so perfectly toasted and crispy on the outside. They put just the right amount of cream cheese on there. I'm definitely coming back just for their bagels. Service was great. They are really friendly here. Tons of seating available. This cafe is definitely a gem in Mission Valley!"

Chiroy's Cafe

★★★★★ 4.7 (140) • $$

"Yo!! This hits the spot! Driving around early Sunday morning looking for a breakfast joint... and viola came across this hidden gem. It wasn't busy (yet)! Once we got our food... customers swarm in. Anywhooo we ordered the birria omelette, Nutella breakfasts and side of pancakes for the kids. Annnnddd wow!! Best breakfast I've had in a while! The birria was seasoned and tender. Perfect combo with their sauces. Just loved the service and ambiance of this place. Definitely returning to try more on their menu. I highly recommend"

Swami's Café North Park

★★★★☆ 4.1 (936) • $$

"Happened to be in the area for a Cross Country event where parking was so bad I parked beardo this restaurant! I thought "Hey, I could go for some breakfast" and decided to go in. I am super stoked I did. The owner or manager working was swipe personable and greeted me immediately with a friendly hello! He talked me into the Bloody Mary while I waited for my food. Man- that was one of the best Bloody Mary's I've had in a while! Decided to sit at the bar. They had multiple tv's going and it was busy. The bartender still checked in on me frequently. My food arrived and it was great portion size. I had the chilaquiles and they were delicious! The eggs were cooked perfect and the chicken juicy and tender! Fast forward to time to go and hitting the bathroom. It was clean and smelled nice. Nothing better than that! You must check this place out!"

Brick & Bell Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.2 (680)

"Appreciate this cafe - they have great selection of fun baked goods, very friendly, and a comfortable local vibe. I appreciate there is Oatly oatmilk. Tried the matcha which has good flavor! Definitely worth stopping in!"

Elixir De La Lune

★★★★☆ 4.2 (33)

"One of my most fav cafes (Right beside Lavande in BirdRock area of La Jolla) in San Diego. It's brand new healing cafe with a plethora of healthy vegan bites and delights. The highlight is all the non-alcoholic elixirs they serve with optional flower essences. Also the ceremonial cacao is something that I always love. The large Mural is outstanding work of art. Totally recommend a visit here as well as a serene shopping experience next door (Lavande)."

Industrial Grind Coffee

★★★★☆ 4.4 (203) • $

"Industrial Grind strikes a great balance between humble local cafe and hip cool coffee spot. Their menu is simple. Pick a coffee preparation, and then pick a flavor to go in it. Many of the options have sugar free versions which is awesome! Service is friendly and I love looking at the cool products they carry in store. I've got to swing by to try their cupcakes, which are only available Saturdays and feature a different creative flavor each time. I've gotten the mocha and sugar free jasmine iced lattes before, and I've gotten them with both regular and oat milk. These coffees are pricy but taste way better than some of the big chains. I am no coffee connoisseur but even I can appreciate the smooth, roasted flavor that really shines in the drinks I've had here! All in all this is definitely a great option for my morning caffeine fix, any time I'm in the area!"

Swami’s Cafe Del Sur

★★★★☆ 3.7 (258) • $$

"Been here multiple times for brunch, and the food has always been on point as well as the service. Really liked the chorizo Benedict as it was really tasty, especially with the hollandaise sauce. Also, I like the different styles of coffee they have, and it is all self served. Definitely one of my favorite spots in the area for Sunday brunch."

Brick & Bell Cafe - La Jolla Shores

★★★★☆ 4.2 (274)

"Omg what an unassuming little gem in La Jolla, with the best vanilla chai latte I've ever had! The shop is very tiny and cute, super cottagecore, and felt like a homey little shack by the beach. Certainly a more intimate vibe for a quiet morning or to talk to a friend. The girls working when I came in were super kind and made me feel welcome.There are naturally lots of tourists in the area, so if you're visiting our beautiful city I'd definitely recommend this cafe for a small group :) It was pretty empty when I came in, but several tourist groups walking by were eyeing my drink and ended up getting something for themselves. Maybe it caught their eye because I was clearly enjoying it so much -- all compliments to the baristas! So get the vanilla chai!"

Village Cafe

★★★★★ 4.8 (74) • $

"I was looking for a new coffee shop to try out near my workout class. This place had rave reviews so I thought I'd check it out. Definitely lived up to the hype. It's small and cute, the woman who helped me was super friendly, and my latte was so smooth!! It wasn't overly sweet...which I loved! It was perfect, and I'll be back to check out more things on their menu."

Matcha Cafe Maiko - Mira Mesa

★★★★☆ 4.2 (51)

"Matcha Cafe Maiko is one of my favorite chains for soft serve matcha flavored ice cream. I really enjoy the bold matcha flavor. I was really happy to find out that there's a branch in the Mira Mesa mall.I ordered the Maiko Jelly Parfait and my boyfriend got the Maiko Special with a side of boba. These 2 desserts were huge! We each got a medium and are now curious how big a large one is! I guess we'll have to upgrade the size next time! This is a nice place to hang out. They have lots of comfy tables & chairs that's good for large groups. They have a variety of board games that you could play why you enjoyed your treats.Service was quick and friendly. We'll be back!"

Front Street Cafe

★★★☆☆ 2.7 (10)

"Worth a visit while visiting the zoo.A good selection of food and drinks and are all reasonably priced.My son loves their kettle popcorn and ice cream.I like that most items are refillable.Service is fast.The dining tables and counters are always clean.I'll be back soon."