Achilles Coffee in the Carmel Valley area has become one of those coffee shops I can always count on. It's consistently clean, quick, and most importantly, the coffee is excellent. What really makes this location stand out, though, is the staff. Everyone is friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely personable. They remember an impressive number of regular customers by both name and order, which gives the place a neighborhood coffee-shop feel that's becoming harder to find. Natalie especially deserves recognition. She's consistently outstanding, friendly, attentive, personable, and always makes you feel welcome rather than like you're simply the next order in line. Great coffee gets you through the door, but employees like Natalie are what keep you coming back. The location itself is always clean, there's plenty of outdoor seating, and parking is incredibly easy. Between the consistently great coffee, quick service, and staff who actually care about their customers, Achilles is easily one of my go-to coffee spots in the area. read more

Achilles Coffee Roasters - Achilles Cold Brew with Pistachio Cold Foam - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Stopped by today for coffee and breakfast with a friend. Coffee and food were great! Their vanilla cinnamon latte was a great recommendation from my friend. I went with a create your own bagel sandwich and it hit the spot! It was pretty busy for a weekday but we got our food and drinks in a timely manner. However, service could be improved. Noticed the bus boy/server was cutting through customers in a very rushed/rude manner-not really saying anything and almost appearing as if he wanted to push us out of the way. Caught him rolling his eyes at a customer. When he came to our table with our bagels, he just sat the plates down without acknowledging us or even saying a word. Must be a Gen Z thing idk. read more

We came here around 8a during Comicon week and boy, was it packed! The line was out the door. Despite it being so busy, the line moved fairly quickly. The staff was nice and the system for ordering drinks and food were efficient. The drinks were as they should be- well balanced and the food (we ordered breakfast burritos and bagels) were also good. They have very minimal inside seating and more outdoor seating. Overall, a friendly environment and would come back the next time I am in town. read more

Achilles Coffee Roasters - Iced flat white, hot vanilla cinnamon latte and hot chai latte. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Sabrina made me the most perfect decaf mocha latte! It was sooooo good!! And the almond croissant was yummy and fresh. So happy there is a great coffee place close by read more

Achilles Coffee Roasters - Mocha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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Alright... Achilles is definitely one of new favorite coffee roasters in SD. I visited the Carmel Valley location (although they are several locations across San Diego) on a Sunday morning around 8:30am, and there was already a line + people dining in. The menu and variety of goods/drinks offered is what I love most. There are so many drink variations but remaining true to coffee purism with earthy, natural modifications. I ordered the El Cortez (Cold brew with Brown sugar, mint, cardamom, and silk cream) and Lox bagel (can't remember the exact name). My boyfriend ordered the Three Sisters Matcha drink (ceremonial grade matcha tea, lemonade, and simple syrup) and an egg scramble dish with sourdough toast. Everything was 10/10!!! read more

Achilles Coffee Roasters - The Cove - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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Fresh food, good coffee. Dog friendly. Portions are huge. I've been a few times and so far everything has been delicious.

Vibe & Interior The space is vibrant with distinct orange accents and follows a seamless, fast-casual counter-order model. There is plenty of seating available, and the staff is incredibly perky, welcoming, and efficient. The Standouts Their cold brew concoctions are absolute must-tries. We loved both the East Village and the WindNSea, which were incredibly smooth and expertly crafted. Value & Logistics: At $13 for two drinks, the pricing is right around the current average for high-quality specialty coffee. Parking is completely stress-free thanks to a large, dedicated lot right in front of the building. Pro Tip They have an extensive brunch menu that goes way beyond standard pastries. Plan to come hungry so you can pair your coffee with a great bite to eat. read more

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I tried the pumpkin spice latte, but unfortunately, the flavor was pretty underwhelming. I could barely taste or smell the coffee, and honestly, even S2 Coffee's pumpkin latte tastes better. On top of that, the barista didn't seem to know how to make coffee art on the foam, which was a bit disappointing. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this café, especially for their pumpkin spice latte or bagel! read more

Achilles Coffee Roasters - pumpkin spice latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Amazing place!! We ordered a smoothie for our toddler and he accidentally threw it down. We were totally worried and started trying to clean it up ourselves. The staff immediately jumped in to help and even gave him a new one on the house. Really kind service, we'll definitely be back. read more

Achilles Coffee Roasters - The smoothie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Great food friendly service. Come here everytime we are in Solano for a soccer tournament- excellent breakfast choices as well read more

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Excellent go-to spot for brunch. So many to choose from... it will take a while to read the board Coffee has always been good! read more

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Came here to catch up with friends from out of town. The place was pretty busy when we arrived, but the service was good. It has a relaxing vibe, and I love their orange color theme, from the cups all the way to the logo. The food and drinks were a lot better than the last time I was here. read more

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Upscale coffee and breakfast spot. The burritos here are delicious. Slightly on the smaller side however they taste so fresh and they use really great ingredients. The flavor is on point. The sandwiches are really great and so is the coffee. You really can't go wrong here. read more

PICK ME UPPER (4 stats) Breakfast and coffee. - FOOD/DRINK: good - PRICE: fair - SERVICE: ok - AMBIANCE: typical coffee shop in a suburb plaza Nice to see Achilles head north! Located in the heart of Del Mar in their town center plaza. It's tucked towards the back but had ample parking around it. It does get packed inside! You been WARNED, check the cleanliness of the utensils. The one given to me that appeared wash had DRIED CRUSTY EGG YOLK from another customer (see butter knife picture). Gag. DECAF CARAMEL LATTE - always good! I absolutely love taking my latte in a ceramic cup. It always feel like a "real" latte this way. EVERYTHING BAGEL WITH CREAM CHEESE - their bagels here are always good. Has that nice fluff, chew, and density that I look for in a bagel. I liked the included two slices of cucumber which as a refreshment afterwards because who really wants strong everything bagel breath?! Will be back as usual. Until the next review... read more

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DELICIOUS coffee. It never misses the mark. I have heard very good reviews about their bagels but haven't had the chance to try them yet. I have had their pistachio latte in the past and their blueberry bliss which is the current seasonal drink. Both were REALLY good. Their baristas however are very rude. I'm hoping this was a good one off experience. It did seem like people come here for both socializing and work which is always nice to see :) read more

Solid single origin cold brew. Good strong flavor and balance. The menu had some good options, but I went with something basic. If I'm in the area again, I will have to try some of the specialty drinks. read more

Achilles Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Lovely place, offering coffees and teas and some food items. Asked for honey cinnamon latte, not too sweet, and they made it perfect and beautiful! Thanks guys! read more

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Not sure why I haven't come here sooner because this place is great! The staff is super friendly and the coffee is great. It's bright inside, and there's plenty of parking. I usually come in the morning, and there's usually plenty of table for people to do work. In fact, I usually always see people working and there are a few outlets. The staff is always friendly and provides helpful suggestions. read more

Achilles Coffee Roasters - Macchiato - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

I really wanted to like this place. carmel valley needs a good coffee spot and this was a cool location for it because it's big, comfortable, indoor and outdoor seating, lots of people working and hanging out but the drinks just didn't do it for me. I asked the barista for a recommendation and ordered what she suggested, the east village (cold brew with vanilla cold foam and caramel drizzle). it tasted overly sweet and artificial to me, even though the syrups are housemade. it actually made me feel sick after. i wanted to order the el cortez but they were out of mint syrup so maybe i missed my window on the better order? my friend got the julien (house made vanilla syrup with orange sweet cold foam). she thought it was fine but said she wouldn't go out of her way to come back for it. food was fine! Tried the scramble and liked the salsa they have, it was spicy and really good!! maybe i just ordered wrong. maybe cold brew here just isn't my thing but i left disappointed. i used to live in north park and we were spoiled with good coffee on every corner. out here it's slim pickings if you're trying to avoid chains. the best coffee i've had nearby is seven seas in solana beach read more

Good breakfasts here but this review is for espresso. Not great however if you like a sour type of espresso a Guatemalan roast then this might be for you but not for me. read more

Victor and Maria absolutely crushed it with their Turkey, Bacon, Havarti grilled sandwich -- it's straight-up perfection on a plate! Every sandwich here is always on point, seriously next-level delicious. Natalie's warm, radiant smile at the counter is the cherry on top -- as refreshing as their sparkling water and fresh-squeezed orange juice! The space is so fun, bright, and inviting, with that huge open partition wall letting in the beautiful Carmel Valley breeze. It's the perfect spot whether you're popping in for a quick 10-minute vibe or settling in for a leisurely 50-minute stay. Pure joy from start to finish! Highly recommend Achilles Coffee -- you'll leave smiling just as big as Natalie. read more

Achilles Coffee Roasters - Carmel Valley Sandwich (already ate half of it, couldn't wait lol), sparkling OJ, Maui Onion Chips - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

My new favorite coffee spot! I like to try new places for coffee. I'm no aficionado, but I do like a good flavored coffee that's not too sweet and not filled with just store bought syrups. Achilles gave me just that. I got a windnsea cold brew concoction, with oat milk. One of the things I don't like about iced coffee is how watery it gets. At Achilles I got a pint glass full of coffee, just enough ice and topped with a cold foam. The chocolate was creamy and delicious and even though I took my time drinking it, even the last sip wasn't watery. I am gluten free so couldn't try it, but was excited to see they serve NY bagels delivered from NY!! If you are a NYer this is amazing. I didn't get to try one though so you'll have to come in for yourself and see if they are good. Lastly, the customer service we received from Chris and Sabrina was great. Friendly, helpful, and Chris made a great coffee! Will definitely be back!! read more

Achilles Coffee Roasters - Good menu - with real NY bagels delivered - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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Courtney and Sabrina are the best duo there! Helpful and cheerful. Great coffee and quiet place read more

Baristas were awesome and gave me a great recommendation based off of what types of coffees/drinks I like. The East Village was a good balance between coffee and a delicious sweet treat! The foam was delicious and thick which is how I like my cold foam. I also got the Encinitas sandwich and it was a nice sandwich that was refreshing and light on the stomach. I think the portion size was great and the ingredients tasted very fresh. I think this is a great sandwich with relatively good value. It definitely tasted better than expected since I wasn't sure how good a sandwich would be at a coffee place - I was definitely pleasantly surprised! It was very busy inside and outside of the cafe, but they have a lot of seating which is nice and I was able to find a table easily. read more

Achilles Coffee Roasters - East Village - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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This place was so cute! Felt modern and trendy. They had a lot of seating space. The staff was very friendly and they played great music. I got the "Carlsbad" which is an iced matcha latte with strawberry foam. It was so yummy and the barista even gave me the extra foam in a little cup which was really nice. read more

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Great breakfast burrito. I had chicken apple sausage for the protein. Great umami flavor. The tortilla was thin and fresh. Will definitely order this again. My latte was delicious. My husband commented that he thought his drip coffee was bitter read more

Great to see this place open longer... And getting more popular. Got a breakfast burrito today, which is huge, delicious, and reasonable. And I also got a hot chocolate which was tasty. Lively and full of people at 11:30 on a week day. Keep serving up great food and reasonable prices, and being open at least to 3 PM, and I hope you'll be around for a long time, Achilles! read more

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Went there for the first time yesterday. $5 Guatemala pour over coffee was a generous portion. It was slightly under extracted, but I can taste subtle flavors of actual coffee without the harsh after taste (which is present in a competitor pour over big chain coffee shop down the street). I typically make pour overs at home, but I would go back if I want to meet up with people in this area and enjoy a good cup of coffee. read more

I was recently back in San Diego for a conference and was lucky enough to stumble across Achilles coffee. This is a cute little coffee shop that serves up amazing NY bagels and delicious coffee. I tried the honey cinnamon latte and a regular latte and loved both. I will definitely be back next time I get to visit. read more

The staff was super friendly, and this turned out to be such a great spot to study and work. They have lots of indoor seating as well as some outdoor tables. The atmosphere was lively, and I had a latte along with a jalapeño red pepper bagel with cream cheese--both were delicious. The entire menu looked amazing, so I'll definitely be back to try more items. Plenty of parking available too, which is a big plus! read more

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Loved the ambiance of this place. It's small, cute, and modern. Also, bonus points for having a parking lot. Both the food and drinks were delicious. We got the Honey Cinnamon Latte with Coconut Milk and Finest City which is pretty similar but has vanilla, cinnamon, and cream. The Cove is a lox bagel and the Acai bowl had really delicious granola. I would buy a bag of granola! Definitely will be back. read more

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I have been a fan of Achilles Coffee Roasters since their inception and continue to support their expansion. At this location, I had a cortado, properly served on a gibraltar glass container. It was very smooth and rich in coffee flavor. It was well balanced. With the cortado, I had a toasted sesame bagel with butter and a fig jam. The bagel was very good and came with a good toast. The fig jam was lighter than I expected and tasty. It was a very good bagel, too. I liked the chew that it offered. The service was friendly and quick. This location offers a good amount of inside and outside seating. It's a nice spot. read more

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First time at Achilles Coffee Roasters. The space is nice, minimalist but with some fun colors all around. They have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating along with a large menu for a cafe. The food: - The strand, Ham, havarti, tomato, on toasted sourdough. Large sandwich , definitely enough for two. - Tourmaline - avocado, heirloom tomato and arugula on sourdough. I was a little disappointed the tomatoes were served as giant slices as they didn't botter to cut them. It made it a little awkward to eat. The tomatoes are amazing though! Their matcha latte with oat milk was really good as well. When I ordered my food their cook was on lunch, they did give me a heads up and told me he would be back in 10 mins. Definitely appreciate the heads up. I didn't mind waiting in such a beautiful space. Overall great cafe, with good and fresh food options and yummy lattes! And, a nice ambiance. read more

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Haven't tried the food, so my review is for the coffee only, and it is good coffee! Ask for it in glass cups for a better experience. I always prefer my coffee in glassware whenever possible. Service has been good every time i've gone. I think it's a nice little addition to the neighborhood and a pleasant place to grab coffee and catch up with a friend! read more

Achilles Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

What a great addition to Carmel Valley! We love Achilles coffee and have been to other locations but this one is great for a coffee and breakfast! We love their menu. Chilaquiles is a favorite of ours and a new addition to their menu. They nailed it! So good!! We also love the Encinitas sandwich and the hillcrest. The breakfast burrito is also excellent! They have some amazing pour over coffee options too as well as a variety of teas. It was a busy morning with a line to the door but after we ordered we got our food and drinks quickly. We will definitely be back! The decor and ambiance inside is perfect and they have plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Definitely a must visit for an easy delicious breakfast. read more

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Nice open, airy coffee shop that also has breakfast burritos, bowls and lunch sandwiches, among other food items. Very popular spot so don't expect a lot of available seating. I tried the Matcha latte which was good, but not great, I'm still on the hunt. Breakfast burritos are solid. read more

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I'm love Ahillies coffee in Solana beach and I'm glad to see that the old location of The Coffee Bean in CM was finally converted to Achiller Coffee. This location is quite larger with a outdoor patio and plenty indoor seating as well. The menu is pretty extensive covering all the breakfast staples, such as bagels, egg scrambles, breakfast Burritos, French Toast, Pancakes, and waffles. The shop is designed with a minimalist aesthetic, large windows allow plenty of natural light to flood the space, making it feel bright and airy. Baristas are friendly and helpful. This is a much-needed addition to Carmel Valley's lackluster coffee scene. I'm hoping they are here to stay. read more

We love the Sanwiches from Achilles. The staff is always friendly and the sandwiches are delicious.

I love it here! This is my favorite place to have breakfast and coffee! The food is great, menu diverse, coffee is always made with love. Shout out to the employees as well, Lorenzo, Daniel, Sabrina, Chris, and my girl Maria always making the food with love. It's such a neighborhood community good vibes, comfy, clean, cute. I even like the music they play. And if you want it to be more quiet, go outside a catch a breeze, nature sounds, and the white noise of cars in the distance. Best Achilles location! read more

Achilles Coffee Roasters - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Overly sour espresso. Did we even try to dial in the shots for the day? Do not go here. On top of the shot being terrible, overall coffee quality just not worth what they're charging. Can get a better coffee at any basic third wave chain. read more