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    Banana Dang Coffee

    4.5 (816 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Dirty banana milk
    Liana M.

    Came back with my husband and had to update my review. I feel like Banana Dang has leveled up or something. Much better vibes and friendlier staff. Food and drinks are still good. I tried the Green Fire, which was really yummy. Also had a cappuccino. This has become one of my favorite spots when I'm in Oceanside. I just love the art, the chillness, the banana-theme, the community flavor. This time I saw they had some free stickers and a sheet with recommendations for other businesses to check out in Oceanside. Super cool. See you next time BD!

    Felipe E.

    I love banana flavor stuff so I knew I had to try this place out. We went later in the day so it want that busy. We tried an Iced Chai, Blue Banana Mylk and Dirty Nutty Dang. All the drinks were delicious. The Blue Banana Mylk is cool and actually tastes great. Looks like there's lots of room inside to hang out or work.

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    Stephanie K.

    First time here got recommended by a friend and wow it didn't disappoint. I ordered the banana latte and the Banana Fire avocado toast--both were amazing. I'll admit, the banana and avocado combo sounded a little strange at first, but one bite completely changed my mind. It was easily one of the most delicious and unique things I've ever tried--my taste buds were seriously blown away. The latte was solid too--smooth coffee with a subtle hint of banana flavor. I also noticed they offer smoothies, which I'd love to try next time, and their hay straws were such a cool concept! The seating area was comfortable, and I liked that they had board games like connect 4 available--it added a fun, relaxed vibe. The service was great as well; the cashier had such a friendly and positive energy. I'll definitely be coming back!

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    Alicia W.

    Banana Dang in Oceanside is an absolute gem. Parking is street parking only, but I was pleasantly surprised to find a spot right in front of the shop, which already felt like a good omen. I ordered the banana latte with two extra pumps of banana (because if you're going to Banana Dang, you commit), along with the gluten-free concha--and wow. The concha was hands-down the softest, freshest gluten-free concha I've ever had, and it paired perfectly with the banana latte. Not dry, not crumbly, just pillowy and comforting in the best way. The shop itself is cozy and inviting, and the chairs were actually comfortable enough that I stayed and finished everything inside instead of rushing out. It's one of those places that quietly encourages you to slow down and enjoy what you ordered. I'm visiting from Maui, and as someone who genuinely loves banana, this spot made me very happy. Thoughtful flavors, cozy atmosphere, and a menu that clearly knows what it's doing. I'd absolutely come back and will be recommending this place to anyone who appreciates a well-done specialty latte and an exceptional gluten-free pastry.

    Sylvie C.

    Neat little banana themed cafe right outside the Pendelton South base area. Service is friendly and efficient. I got myself a peanut butter banana smoothie of sort. It wasn't too sweet and gave me just enough carbs to power through an incline heavy hike. Surprisingly, the cafe has no banana milk! Unbelievable! Street parking is available and Amex taken. Too bad it's not dog-friendly and everything tends to be on the sweeter side of things.

    Banana Date Smoothie & Banana Latte
    Mary A.

    Tried the Banana Latte and Banana Date Smoothie. The Banana Date was definitely the standout! Great flavor and really nice texture. The Banana Latte was good too, but the banana flavor was pretty subtle. The space has very cool decor with plenty of seating, and parking was free street spots. Prices are a bit on the higher side, but overall a solid spot, especially for the smoothie.

    Robert L.

    This place was introduced to me by an old friend, and I'll be honest--I never fully got into it before since I'm not really a coffee drinker. That said, this visit completely changed my perspective and was absolutely worth it. I went with the dirty banana mylk, the purple dang, and the banana fire toast on rosemary, and every single item delivered. Flavorful, creative, and just different enough to stand out without trying too hard. From the moment you walk into Banana Dang Coffee, the staff sets the tone. Super welcoming, genuinely cool to talk to, and zero pressure--just relaxed, good vibes all around. There's something special about this place. Even though I didn't fall in love with it on past visits, this time it clicked. Safe to say it's officially on my radar now, and I'll definitely be coming back to explore more of the menu.

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    Valerie A.

    I love their Banana Iced Shaken Espresso! It's a different combination that I would never think to have, but the banana pairs perfectly with the espresso. The baristas are friendly here and prepare your drinks with much TLC. It has seating on the inside. There is art on the walls along with an area of merchandise that can be purchased. Tote bags, tee shirts etc. When I want something different from an ordinary latte, I come here. Also, you can order this drink half-sweet if that suits you. The only downside is that parking is sometimes difficult. However, with that being said, if you've never tried the banana- espresso combination, this is the place to do it!

    " banana latte"

    This was by far the worst-tasting coffee I've ever had. I was excited to try it because it was advertised as a banana coffee, but it tasted absolutely nothing like banana or coffee. The flavor was bland, artificial, and difficult to finish. There was no noticeable banana taste, no rich coffee flavor, and no balance between the two. It ended up tasting more like watered-down sweet milk than an actual coffee drink. Unfortunately, I couldn't even finish it and would not order it again. Very disappointing, especially if you're expecting either a banana flavor or a good cup of coffee.

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    Sidney S.

    The first responsibility of a leader is to define reality. The last is to say thank you. In between, the leader is a servant -- Max de Pree I met a potential business colleague here who represents churches wanting to develop affordable housing. It was an introductory meeting, we will see if he has any sites worth considering. Seemed like a nice dude. This was a perfect place to meet because they have plenty of seats and they serve more than coffee. In fact the banana strawberry smoothie I had, while very expensive, was also one of the best smoothies I've ever ordered. Well done everyone! Glad he paid ;-) The ladies running the place were cool and hip as they should be ;-) And Oceanside has definitely improved as a downtown since the last time I was there. Highly recommended!

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    Amy M.

    Happy Accident coming here! I've been wanting to try this place for awhile but it's pretty far from my house. We were running errands and parked near by, so we grabbed some coffees. I was slightly disappointed in the lack of welcome from staff. The wait was short and the coffee was good but maybe I built up the excitement to try it and the banana latte was just good, not the best I've tried.

    Gabrielle M.

    Solid Banana Mocha Latte. The cashier was busy answering everyone's questions. I told her what I was craving and she said well actually we have something like that on the menu and I was so excited. This will be my go to when I'm in the area. There's plenty of seating. It seems super cozy inside. Plenty of artwork on the walls. Dang this place is cool!

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    Ailin J.

    Such a cute concept about incorporating banana in almost everything on the menu. I will say...the wait can get pretty long and the people there are super chill. Thus, they are working a normal pace not super rushed which isn't necessarily a bad thing. The shaken banana and one of the banana smoothies made dirty was amazing and coffee and banana needs to go together way more often. Must try!!!

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    1 month ago

    great coffee. great smoothies. awesome music. best coffee shop experience in all of southern california. it's for the alt girls/gays/theys

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    Thanks for visiting us! So Glad you enjoyed all things banana.

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    18 days ago

    The Hot Banana Mocha is just like a chocolate banana coffee Also good marks for the Banana Date

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    Is their chai tea (latte) made using loose tea leaves instead of a premade mix?

    Currently we are using premade mix Chai. Thank you!

    Did you guys get rid of your avocado toast?

    Hi Brandy! We have GREEN Fire toast and Banana FIRE Toast. Both are variations of avocado toast. Sometimes we sell out of avocados, but they are available on the menu. Please see our online menu for daily availability at bananadang.com (link for… Read more

    Is the banana syrup made in house?

    Yes, and we also have small batches of our banana syrup for sale. Thank you for your inquiry.

    How much is the sunny side up piece go for?

    Hi Angelo, the artist is asking for $2,750. Let us know if you'd like to purchase it.

    What are the vegan options here?

    Hi Gabbie, we offer a lot of vegan offerings in our coffees, smoothies, toast and sweets. We carry Oatmilk, Soy, and Almond milk. We also offer a healthy Banana Mylk which you can make "Dirty" by adding Espresso! All our smoothies are vegan except… Read more

    I'm looking for a great place to get some coffee and spend about 6 hours studying, is this a good spot? I'm reading the reviews and it sounds great. Are the tables big enough for me to get down with the mid-term cram?

    So if you're easily distracted I'd say no. It's not a quiet coffee shop and it gets pretty loud. There are only two tables and one tall table. Additional bar seating by its hard to get books in there. A lot of moms come in with young kids to. I LOVE… Read more

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