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Top cafes in San Diego, California
Searching for the best cafe in San Diego? There are plenty of places to choose from for your morning java, a cup of tea, or a breakfast pastry. Just off Market Street, you’ll discover an oasis of charming coffee houses, cafes, tea shops, and more. Whether you need caffeine in a hurry or you plan to enjoy some leisure, the ambiance of each cafe is welcoming and warm.
Enjoy tea to go or coffee delivery for the whole office. Treat your little one to a hot chocolate and a walk around Children’s Park. Meet your date for an afternoon latte this weekend. There are plenty of ways to appreciate the craft coffee, tea, and cafe offerings of the area. You can even enjoy a breakfast or lunch sandwich from most local cafes.
Don’t miss out on unique offerings such as Hawaiian coffee, Italian coffee houses, French bakeshops, and authentic Japanese tea shops. You’ll find all these time-tested experiences nestled within the heart of the city. Taste the difference between drip coffee and tea bags when you try freshly roasted coffee beans and real loose leaf tea. Your little cup of happiness is just one search away.
Must-try cafés in San Diego
Big City Bagels Cafe
1010 University Ave, San Diego
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Egg, Cheese, & Bacon | $6.50 |
Egg, cheese, and bacon on a bagel/bread of your choice | |
| Mexicali | $8.50 |
Egg, jalapeño cream cheese, sausage, & avocado on a bagel/bread of your choice | |
| Egg, Cheese, & Sausage | $6.50 |
Egg, cheese, & sausage on a bagel/bread of your choice |
Nostalgia Coffee Roasters
10945 Vista Sorrento Parkway, San Diego
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Flat White - 8oz | $5.00 |
Double espresso & steamed milk - 8oz | |
| Americano | $3.50 |
Espresso & Water - Regular size is prepared with a double espresso, Large size is prepared with 2 double espressos | |
| Honey Orange Latte | $0.00 |
Latte made with organic, local honey, orange essence, espresso, and your choice of milk. Regular size made with a 2 shots of espresso, Large made with 3. |
PIES
Pop Pie Co. University Heights
4404 Park Blvd, San Diego
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Salted Caramel Apple Crumble - Slice | $7.00 |
Fresh diced fuji, red delicious, and granny smith apples with a hint of orange zest and spices topped an old-fashioned oat crumble, signature all-butter crust. One slice. | |
| Kale Slaw (V) | $0.00 |
Kale & red cabbage, tahini-lemon dressing, pepita seeds and quinoa. Vegan. | |
| Green Hog & Cheese | $11.00 |
Slow braised pork shoulder, roasted serrano, jalapeño, & pasilla peppers, tomatillo, jack cheese, all in our signature all-butter crust. Peppers are all de-veined and de-seeded, providing mild (2/10) heat. |
SMOKED SALMON
Jennings House Cafe
1018 Rosecrans St, San Diego
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Breakfast Combo (Cannot be made GF) | $14.95 |
1/2 order of our house baked French toast w/ berries, 2 poached or scrambled eggs, and choice of bacon or sausage. Served w/ butter and maple syrup. | |
| Breakfast Burrito | $13.95 |
Eggs, bacon, cheddar cheese, and black beans wrapped in a warm flour tortilla. Served w/ side of salsa and fresh fruit. | |
| French Toast w/ Berries (Cannot be made GF) | $14.95 |
Fresh cubed brioche bread dredged in our house French toast batter, baked to perfection and topped with fresh berries. Served w/ butter, 100% maple syrup and choice of bacon or sausage. |
SMOOTHIES
Poppy Kitchen Boba Cafe
16691 Bernardo Center Drive, San Diego
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Matcha Frappe | $6.50 |
blended matcha Frappuccino. Suggested pairing. snow cap, brown sugar boba | |
| Grilled Pork Rice | $10.50 |
Jasmin rice with pickled carrots & daikon, fish sauce vinaigrette, cucumber, cilantro served with grilled pork | |
| #20 Fruit Smoothies (2 fruits Max) | $6.75 |
Blended real fruit and lactose free milk with your choice of Mango, Peach, Strawberry Jam, or Lychee. Pair suggestion: Brown sugar boba, crystal boba, agar jelly |
Moe Coffee Northpark
4195 Suite 104 Kanas St, San Diego
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Turkey Sausage Breakfast Sandwich | $6.00 |
Turkey Sausage along with whole cage-free eggs and provolone cheese, on a sourdough english muffin | |
| Chai Latte | $0.00 |
*Does not contain espresso | |
| Bacon Breakfast Sandwich | $6.00 |
Bacon with whole cage-free eggs and provolone cheese, on a sourdough english muffin |
ACAI BOWL
S3 COFFEE BAR
6225 Mission Gorge Rd, San Diego
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Acai Bowl | $11.50 |
Organic acai sorbet, honey granola, bananas, strawberries, blueberries, coconut chips, almond slices, condense milk and honey drizzle. | |
| Cold Brew | $4.15 |
24 hours slow steeped coffee for extra smoothness | |
| Dirty Chai | $0.00 |
Spiced chai latte with espresso and milk. Finished with a dash of cinnamon. |
Moe Coffee - Little Italy
2542 State Street, San Diego
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Bacon Breakfast Sandwich | |
Bacon with whole cage-free eggs and provolone cheese, on a sourdough english muffin | |
| Latte | $0.00 |
A latte is a coffee drink made with espresso and steamed milk. Latte is the short form of the Italian caffe latte, which means milk coffee. It is milkier than a cappuccino. | |
| Blueberry | |
Oats soaked in dairy-free mylk blended with real food. Ready-to-eat. No prep needed. One of our bestsellers. We blend wild blueberries with our creamy coconut mylk to deliver an antioxidant-filled, fruity treat. A full flavor experience with nutrients that pack a punch. |
Phatties Bake Shop - 4143 Voltair ave
4143 Voltair ave, San Diego
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Plain Bagel | $5.00 |
Vegan and gluten free | |
| Limoncello Raspberry Donut | $6.00 |
Tangy Lemon cake donut topped with raspberry American buttercream. Decorated with pink pearls and a fresh raspberry. Vegan and gluten free | |
| Chocolate Oreo Donut | $6.00 |
Vegan and gluten free Chocolate cake donut dipped in Vanilla Icing and topped with crumbled Oreo |
SANDWICHES • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
Toast Cafe - San Diego
11455 El Camino Real, San Diego
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Breakfast Sandwich | $9.00 |
3 eggs soft scrambled, white sharp cheddar, arugula, chipotle aioli, brioche bun | |
| Farmer's Market Salad | $10.00 |
artisan lettuce mix, fennel, shaved heirloom carrots, watermelon radish, cherry tomato, chives, champagne vinaigrette | |
| Beyond Meat Burger | $13.00 |
Vegetarian - heirloom tomato, arugula, American cheese, brown butte dijonaise, brioche bun |
SANDWICHES • FRENCH FRIES
Con Pane Rustic Breads & Cafe
2750 Dewey Rd, San Diego
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Roasted Turkey | $9.95 |
Roasted Turkey Breast, House Roasted Roma Tomatoes, Mayonnaise, and Romaine Lettuce. | |
| Turkey Cobb | $6.50 |
Roasted Turkey Breast, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Fresh Avocado, Crumbled Gorgonzola, House Roasted Roma Tomatoes, Mayonnaise, and Romaine Lettuce. | |
| Brioche Cinnamon Roll | $6.50 |
BAGELS • SANDWICHES
BCB Cafe - SDSU Gateway
5500 Campanille Drive, San Diego
BAGELS • SANDWICHES
BCB Cafe - SDSU Engineering
5500 Campanille Drive, San Diego
BAGELS • SANDWICHES
BCB Cafe - SDSU Education & Student Services
5500 Campanille Drive, San Diego
BAGELS • SANDWICHES
BCB Cafe - SDSU Peterson Gym
5500 Campanille Drive, San Diego
BAGELS • SANDWICHES
BCB Cafe - SDSU - #48
5500 Campanille Dr, San Diego
BAGELS • SANDWICHES
BCB Cafe - SDSU Music
5500 Campanille Drive, San Diego
BAGELS • SANDWICHES
BCB Cafe - SDSU Love Library
5500 Campanille Drive, San Diego
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Draft Coffee
3146 Mission Blvd, San Diego
Nomadic Pizza Trolley - 8655 Production Avenue
8655 PRODUCTION AVENUE, SAN DIEGO
PASTRY
Paris Baguette - 2510-FR - H Mart San Diego
9440 Mira Mesa Blvd., San Diego
Pete’s Seafood and Sandwich - 3382 30th St
3382 30th St, San Diego
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Side Salad | $5.00 |
Romaine lettuce, cherry tomato, cucumber, red onion, black olive, homemade croutons and your choice of dressing. | |
| Fried Pickles | $10.00 |
Sliced dill pickles lightly battered and served with ranch dressing. | |
| Spicy Chicken | $15.00 |
Fried Fresh white meat chicken floured in our own spicy flour and served on a round bun with cherry pepper mayo, pepper Jack cheese, lettuce, tomato. Add our homemade candied jalapenos for a little extra kick. |
Better Buzz - PB East
1909 Garnet Ave., San Diego
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7007 Friars Rd., San Diego
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3745 Mission Blvd., San Diego
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