While visiting San Diego, I stopped by this spot for a coffee and a crepe. The space itself is quite nice--spacious and comfortable, making it a good place to hang out. However, the service left a lot to be desired. There was only one person managing everything, and despite no one being ahead of me, it took over 20 minutes to receive my order. The wait felt especially long for something as simple as a coffee and a crepe. The coffee was good, but the crepe was just average. It was larger and thicker than expected, which didn't really work in its favor. Overall, while the ambiance is appealing, the slow service and underwhelming food make it unlikely that I'd return. read more

Haven't written a review in a while, but this one is well deserved. Ireland rang us up and confidently said it was the best crepe they've ever made and they were absolutely right. It was delicious! They were running the show completely on their own, which was impressive. We also tried the crème brûlée iced coffee and it was a solid 10/10. Can't wait to come back! read more

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This place was so cute, I loved the chill energy inside! The noise levels were low so it was a great place to catch up with my friend. We honestly stumbled upon this place while walking by and really enjoy the energy and color scheme. It seemed so peaceful inside. We ordered some delicious decaf drinks and I had their veggie focaccia. The focaccia bread was amazing, to fluffy and the herds and oil on the bread was so fragrant and delicious. They also stuffed the sandwich so full, it ended ip being so much food, I should have ate it for two meals. All of their ingredients were so fresh and high quality. I would be interested to try their other menu items! The sandwich was a bit pricy at 14.50 but they did not skimp on the quality. I thought it was so cool that they had a free library in the shop, one where you can take a book and leave a book. I love the feeling of community that it puts into the space. Plus an announcement board that you can hang local happenings on. There is plenty of space to hang with friends, read a book, or study. Only downside it lack of parking, it's all street parking. read more

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Noticed this place where Starbucks used to be and thought it looked nice, so I decided to give it a try. It's a cool little place with a lot of potential. I thought it was nice that they had a special Valentine's special menu. My wife and I each ordered the Sweetheart Latte (Pistachio Latte with Rose Cold Foam and Sweetheart Candies). The drinks were delicious. The service was just meh and the vibe/energy in the place was kind of dead/boring. read more

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Drip coffee was too hot to drink. Served with half and half rather than milk as requested. Hard to judge taste because coffee is still too hot. They were also completely empty. Work progress. read more

I loved it here! This cafe has a beautiful atmosphere with plenty of daylight and seating to study/work or hang out. I got the Amore Latte and Strawberry Matcha -- both were excellent! These drinks were well balanced and not too sweet. The amore latte has blue spirulina in it which is what caught my eye. The mixed berry croissant is not in this photo but we tried that too and 10/10!!! read more

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I was greeted nicely and I asked for a black iced tea with light ice. The server was very sweet and made sure they had some and then told me it ws $7.55 for a 20oz iced tea. What the heck? Almost 8 bucks for pre-made iced tea?!?!?!!!! Well. I used to like this place but that is the definition of highway robbery. read more

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This was a pretty cute place. There were a ton of hip girl patrons so you can totally tell people only go for vibes. However staff was really nice and accommodating. I don't think you had to pay any extra for milk variances and the food menu looked really good. I got a blueberry matcha latte and watched her hand muddle half a cup of fresh blueberries! And then froth matcha! And then they were nice enough to split my drink into two cups because I got a large to split with my kid and then forgot that she was actually sick at the time and we were not sharing germs. Pastries looked lovely and they had seasonal drinks I would definitely return to try. They also also free parking for 15 minutes! read more

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My group of three visited Amore Cafe at about noon on a busy Sunday (3/16/25). We tried going to Hash House a Go-Go because I saw an article about them recently and I haven't been there in years. But the parking situation was impossible. No reservations were available and there was a line of people out the door. So we ended up at Cafe Amore primarily because they had a parking lot. Parking lot is free for 15 minutes for customers of Jamba Juice and the Amore Cafe. We paid about $5 for an hour and were able to have lunch in that time with no problem. There was no available street parking in the vicinity. We drove around the block to check. We ordered at the counter and sat down in the mostly empty restaurant. I was surprised how empty it was on a busy Sunday, but grateful that we were the only people there. The young woman working the counter was friendly and helpful, and had a charming Turkish accent. I order chilaquiles whenever I see them on the menu. These chiliques were very good and were obviously prepared with care. It's so fun to get to meet the cook. My dish was the last to be brought out...by the cook himself. Said he hoped I would enjoy it. And I did. I got the green sauce because they said it was less spicy than the red sauce, but I tried the red sauce and it was not that spicy either. I preferred the green sauce. I like the flavor. My chiliquiles with two over-medium eggs and a small coffee came out to about 23 dollars with a dollar tip. I usually don't pay quite that much for breakfast, but I was only able to eat half. So I have another meal. The prices were fair especially for the large servings. There was no surcharge for the eggs. The cafe decor was a little cold...a lot of blue tile. But it was softened with lots of bright artificial flowers and a cool wall of brightly colored posted notes. There was a nook containing games you could play while you were there. There was one unisex bathroom that was clean and needed a code to get in. read more

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Memo's charm, manners, detailed descriptions of drinks and pastries is on point! His golden milk that he made for me was top notch!!!! So rich, smooth, creamy and cracked pepper on top, incredible!!! I also had a pistachio muffin, so moist and scrumptious!!! Inside the cafe there's a menu of their specialities and seating throughout. Also they have some cute merch and a book nook where you can bring a book and take a book. This little cafe is a gem and not to be passed up! Say hi to Memo!! He will take good care of you!! read more

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We ate next door and on our way back to the car we saw this place. What caught my attention were the yelp pictures of the strawberry foam matcha. I was pleasantly surprised by the taste. Not sure if it's a tea or lemonade base, but it was extremely refreshing. It had the right amount of sweetness and foam. I ordered my drink and didn't have to wait much for it. The staff were really nice and had great suggestions for my order. This is definitely a cute place to stop by and grab a drink and just hang out. read more

Amore Caffe - Strawberrry Foam Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Stopped by since we were in the area, and the outside was very cute. Step inside and everything is bright, airy and very inviting. A great place to hang out, take in the sights and sip your favorite flavored bean! They make a mean avocado toast. I do not like avocado toast, so I ordered a bagel sandwich, but the wife wanted half so in return I had some of her toast. I do not like avocado toast and this one was, begrudgingly, very good! Our coffees were tasty, not too sweet, not too bitter. Highly recommended! read more

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Stumbled upon this adorable coffee shop on my way home from the gym one morning. I got a hot latte and almond croissant and ate it in the shop. Parking is a little tricky in the area but there is a lot next door. The latte was perfect and the almond croissant was too! It was not too crunchy, but also not mushy. The perfect middle ground (and i LOVE almond croissants so i am critical ha!). The barista was extremely friendly and welcoming as well. I will definitely be returning! read more

Amore Caffe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

We wanted to support this local coffee shop, but our experience at Amore was disappointing. During our visit around 12:30 pm on Tuesday 01/27/26, the barista treated regular customers noticeably better than others, which felt unwelcoming. Communication was poor--she raised her hand at me without explanation, as if I was expected to understand. The matcha was also low quality, tasting mostly like sugar with very little matcha flavor. Better customer service and consistency would really improve the experience. read more

Amore Caffe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Cute little coffee shop in the heart of hillcrest. The staff were very friendly and the atmosphere is very bright and clean. They have some tables for working and lots of natural light. I got an iced vanilla latte and it was delicious! read more

Amore Caffe - Vanilla Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

While waiting for some food at a nearby restaurant, my boyfriend and I decided to pop into Amore Caffe for some drinks! The first thing I noticed was how many unique and appealing options were available on the menu. Despite being tempted by a couple of different options, I ended up choosing a strawberry foam matcha. Whilst waiting for the drink I walked around the cafe a little bit. The drink came out very quickly. On my way to the car, I took some sips. The foam was sweet enough to compliment the matcha but not too sweet. The matcha drink itself had a bold flavor but wasn't bitter. Overall, it had a perfect balance. My experience at Amore Caffe was rather efficient but nonetheless enjoyable! I was definitely intrigued by all of the options and would definitely pop in again to give them a try :) read more

Amore Caffe - Strawberrry Foam Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

This busy corner in Hillcrest used to be the home of Starbucks so it surprised me that this local cafe took over and became its replacement. A sidewalk sign noted there was free 15 minute parking located around the block which was useful to know. A few tables in front of the south facing windows and a countertop along the west facing windows were available for on-site seating. The list of coffees, lattes, teas, and specialty drinks were shown on the wall behind the service counter. They were also displayed on the menu sheets at the counter. For food, there were sandwiches, bagels, croissants, salads, crepes, and ice cream/gelato. Of the seven sandwiches, I selected a Spicy Turkey which had lettuce, tomato, onion, provolone, bacon, avocado, and spicy mayo to dress up the spicy slices of turkey. I asked for the bread to be ciabatta (versus focaccia) and for the sandwich to be panini pressed. A dill pickle spear was added on the side of the plate as a garnishment. The product was alright, somewhere between a three and four star level. The service was very polite and efficient while the space was clean and well-kept. One worker even wiped down the countertop before I took a seat there to consume my sandwich. I rounded my overall rating for Amore Caffe to four stars because of the staff. read more

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Amore Caffee on Robinson and 5th is among the latest to open in the area. Limited street parking close by as well as the pay to park lot across the street in the Rite Aid lot. Evidently, this space was previously occupied by Starbucks and now occupied by Amore Caffe. I have a Love Hate relationship with Starbucks so I'm glad this new cafe opened. So far, on every occasion I've visited, the staff were nice, helpful and accommodating towards me and my pup Fendi and other customers with their dogs. No outdoor patio seating, just Interior seating only with window facing stools and tables with banquet seating. Decor is simple and overall the space is bright and clean. Menu is limited and recently changed. I asked about the contents of the 'Amore Latte,' since the menu doesn't describe it in detail, but the barista staffer didn't know either :(. He said the staff were not informed about such detail yet?! :(( Hot and cold drinks of coffees, teas, gelato, pastries, sandwiches and some breakfast foods. I was disappointed Affogato was not listed on the menu; they have gelato and espresso, so why not offer Affogato? I mentioned it to the staffer and suggested they edit the menu to include Affogato, because that's what I was craving.m and they have the ingredients: gelato + espresso. I cannot comment on the pastries and prepared foods offered on the menu, which I haven't tried. Pastries are Not made in house and never looked fresh fresh :( However, the coffee drinks I have had were very good. My favs are the hot charcoal latte and the espresso. Both prepared forté ie strong just as I like it. Caffeine taste was spot on, and not acidic after taste..perfetto perfect. Perhaps with the correction edits I pointed out will be made in the near future. Meanwhile, this little shop is still a worthwhile visit to try and see whether it's Love at First Sip... Amore?! read more

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This cafe has such yummy sandwiches, crepes, and drinks! I love their theme- love! There is a wall towards the back where you can post sticky notes, so I decided to participate. I ordered the Italian sandwich, a spicy turkey sandwich, a strawberry foam matcha latte, a new coffee drink with spirulina, and a crepe for dessert. Everything was delicious and the Italian was the favorite of the two sandwiches. Both drinks were yummy and refreshing! The crepe was a great ending to our lunch. I got it with Nutella, strawberries, and torched marshmallows! Staff was friendly too! read more

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This has become one of my favorite spots! It is super cute, but unlike some spots that are only serving vibes, this caffe brings vibes, great food/drinks, and customer service. They have a variety of menu items, from coffees, crepes, sandwiches, chilaquiles, and even ice cream! What I got: - The Prince (prosciutto, apple, cream cheese and honey): this was really good. I appreciated that they are generous with their prosciutto and the tart flavor from the apple combined with the sweetness from the honey worked perfectly! - Strawberry Foam Matcha: this was so good! I definitely recommend it! While here I also noticed that this caffe seems to have a lot of regulars/repeat customers, meaning they are doing it right! I can't wait to go back and try their blueberry matcha drink and other menu items. read more

Amore Caffe - The Prince - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Great new coffee shop and cafe. It's in the old Starbucks building on 5th and Robinson Ave. I stopped in early and had the young lady make me a cortado and the Avocado Croissant. Think avocado toast but on a croissant. The cortado was $5, and the avocado croissant was $10. They use Cafe Moto, so I expected a strong cordato, and that was what I got. It was well made. It was definitely rich and flavor, smooth for the most part, with a touch of bitterness towards the end. I asked them not to put the demi-glaze on my avocado croissant, but they did put olive oil. The croissant came with freshly sliced avocados, which I liked very much, and a heap of arugulal and parmesan cheese. The tomatoes they used were freshly cut as well. All in all, it was a very tasty avocado croissant. Oh yes, the croissant was of very good quality, too. The service was very friendly. Sina was very friendly and offered great conversation. She's a keeper. The coffee shop offers inside seating, guest Wi-Fi, and crepes! Did I say crepes! The shop is dog friendly. read more

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This place has shown a real lack of care for their drink safety with delivery This is now the third time I've had an issue with my order. On multiple occasions, my drink has arrived without any safety seal, which is unacceptable. When I brought it up, the only solution offered was for me to come pick it up myself. What's the point of paying for delivery if I still have to come get it? That defeats the entire purpose. If I wanted to pick it up, I would have just ordered it that way. After three disappointing experiences, it's hard to feel like delivery orders are taken seriously here. read more

Craved a mid-day pick me up after brunch and slid into this cute coffee shop. Lots of drink options and they also had pastries, waffles and crepes ( will be back to try those ). I ordered a Crème Brûlée Latte and it did not disappoint. Service was good with no complaints. read more

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Out thrifting and walked in this cute little cafe for a drink. Young lady behind counter was very kind. We ordered Strawberry foam matcha Latte on ice. Very refreshing and will return!! read more

Amore Caffe - Strawberry foam matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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Amore caffe has the most beautiful decor and a wide selection of super yummy food and drinks! Definitely worth checking out this new cafe in Hillcrest. The baristas are super friendly, and all the food is made to order! We got: Creme brûlée latte - they used a lil torch to the top and the drink wasn't too sweet. Strawberry foam matcha - the foam is super light and flavorful! Matcha is tasty too Burrata and prosciutto sandwich - a super large portion which could totally feed 2 people and the focaccia was to die for! Everything tasted super fresh and the amount of prosciutto was super generous. Crepe - a little thicker than I'm used to, but also a generous size and super tasty with lots of toppings to choose from. We got a strawberry and Nutella crepe today and the strawberries tasted fresh too! The service was a bit slow for our sandwich, but the yummy focaccia totally made up for it. Overall would definitely recommend checking out this cafe! There are plenty of tables and seating, as well as a bunch of cute holiday decorations right now read more

AMAZING Okay so the coffee is divine! The sweetener doesn't taste fake or cheap, the spirulina on amore latte makes the drink so pretty as well! The cold brew is strong and smooth definitely recommend it. I also had the Latino sandwich on focaccia bread, the bread was so fresh and soft as if it was made this morning and the chicken in the sandwich was fresh as well, it was shredded chicken. It's a pretty big sandwich so you might share it or if you're hungry enough like me eat the whole thing. The service was really good, everything is made fresh and they were patient with me taking a while to pick my order as this was my first time. The ambience was really nice and not too loud like better buzz, there is a whole row of tables with charging connections, so this would be a good place to study or do work on a laptop. Overall 10/10 would recommend this to others in the area. read more

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I stopped in for their crème brûlée latte. The coffee was stronger than expected and I really loved that about it. The person who took my order was really kind. The cafe is well-decorated and quiet enough to work and/or hold a conversation. The only drawback for me was the lack of parking in the area, which is really no reflection on Amore Caffe at all. I would definitely recommend grabbing coffee here. They also have some delicious-looking food items that I'd be interested in trying in the future. read more

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Service was okay. Very awkward if I'm quite honest. Drink was okay. Hubby got a hot latte and I got a iced cinnamon coffee with oat milk and it was pretty gross, it tasted like milk not a hint of coffee. The ambiance is pretty mellow. Doesn't seem to get busy. For it not being busy, the place could've been cleaner. Tables needed a wipe, floors looked dirty could've been swept & mopped & restroom looks like it isn't too taken care of. We ordered a BLT bagel & it was good but we don't see ourselves coming back. Definitely a more aesthetic spot than an actual coffee spot. read more

The service is solid here. Cozy inside...but the coffee was very bland...and also served in a dirty mug which was unpleasant to look at. I hope next time the experience will be different and more pleasant. read more

Amore Caffe is a new place in Hillcrest which is located on Robinson and 5th (where Starbucks used to be). I came with my daughter and found out they opened a few weeks ago. Their menu has crepes, coffees, teas, sandwiches, salads, and pastries. The crepe is a build your own so my daughter chose banana and marshmallows with Nutella. Their station is right at the corner so it was fun for her watching it being made. They're dog friendly too. A few customers came in with dogs and the staff have my daughter a doggie treat to give to one of them. They have a wall near the restroom to add notes which was pretty cool. Several people coming in went straight to the wall to add some notes. Staff is really friendly, and they're open till 6/7 pm which is a lot later than I thought. read more

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Would recommend the dirty matcha. Vanilla latte was decent Quick service Friendly staff Condensed Crepes were good Parking could be a challenge Overall, solid place! read more

Amore Caffe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Stumbled across this cute little coffee shop on the corner and so glad I tried it. The cafe is clean, plenty of room to sit and enjoy your food and coffee. I ordered an iced mocha, cold brew, croissants, the Italian and the spicy turkey. The staff were so friendly and extremely helpful and patient with all my questions. The bathroom is clean, the service was great. Would definitely recommend this cafe! read more

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Tina was a great barista, and so friendly! She had great recommendations for what to order as well. Everything tasted great as well. read more

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I heard about this new cafe from a friend and we thought it would be a great spot to work for the afternoon. It used to be a Starbucks but I have a feeling this cafe will be super popular. The space is so cute and bright! I decided to try the iced lavender latte and the from the sea sandwich, which was a huge, delicious tuna sandwich. I was worried the lavender latte would be too sweet but it was perfect. It was subtle and refreshing. I wanted to try their matcha and got the strawberry foam matcha. It was sweet and a great treat! Their staff was super friendly and offered to clear our plates. I look forward to coming back here again! read more

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The spot that use to be a Starbucks has finally been taken over and remodeled into a beautiful new caffe called Amore and it is already a hit. I decided to stop by with a friend to check it out and we will definitely be back. They not only have great coffee and tea drinks but they also have a great food menu with massive sandwiches, gelato, and crêpes. I dove into the "From the Sea" sandwich which is their tuna sandwich, we definitely should have shared because it was way bigger than I thought but it was so good! I tried out their specialty shaken espresso for my drink. Great news they also have wifi and a few tables inside so you can enjoy a great meal and work while you are there! I am so excited about this spot and can't wait to come back soon! read more

First of all: I woke up on the wrong side of the bed this morning. Woe is me mentality. Dreading going into work. A cloud over my head. I decided to treat myself and stop on by the new cafe I'd spotted recently while driving to work. The bright smile I was greeted with immediately lifted my spirits. I ordered the honey cinnamon latte and the honey bee bagel. OH MY GOD. The quality of the food. The complex delicious flavors of prosciutto, apple, honey, cream cheese: I AM IN LOVE! But my favorite part? The latte came to me with the MOST ADORABLE design. 'tis the season ;) And the pride beaming from each employee was obvious. Great atmosphere. Beautiful venue. INCREDIBLE quality. I needed to treat myself this morning. And the experience of staff, product, and warm smiles made it all the better. Thank you for brightening my day. I shall see you again! read more

Amore Caffe - Latte in October? Don't mind if I do 3 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Just noticed this spot after walking back from Buffalo exchange across the street. open atmosphere and not too crowded. Very clean look and lots of natural light too. The barista was very friendly and I got the blueberry matcha (half sweet) the drink was delicious!! but definitely very very sweet even half sweetened. It almost tasted marshmalloey, very good but not strong matcha. They also have food & gelato!! Yum! Would definitely be back here. read more

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I appreciate that they used a handheld blender for the Mexican mocha but it did not blend well. The espresso tasted burnt on the latte too. I asked for a remake and they were kind enough to offer a remake. On the plus side, Boyfriend got a cappuccino and it was a good consistency and taste. read more

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Great sandwiches! Highly recommended! I had the prosciutto/burrata on pressed focaccia

For trying to be a cozy coffee spot, I was surprised about the plastic plates, the take away cups used for eating-in ( instead of a mug or other ceramic vessel) and cheezy napkins. I had the breakfast croissant- with egg, cheddar cheese, and bacon. The ham was salty, and cheese -tasteless ... claimed to be cheddar, seemed instead to be American. In short, I won't be going back. Too bad. It's got potential read more