Asked a friend for a study spot and instead I got THE spot. The ambiance in this space is so…read moreuniquely fresh and exciting, I got excited to study (which was my main purpose here) but also got to vibe to some good music! The service was part of the whole thing too! Good food for almost any occasion as well. The best part of it all was the live music, people who knew how to work a mixer were doing magic!

Probably my favorite coffee shop in San Diego county. The vibes are immaculate (vinyl dj booth,…read morehigh ceilings, lots of art, industrial-wood vibes) and the coffee is breathaking. The buko pandan latte is a step above- usually pandan can overpower the coffee flavor, but FOF baristas make sure the flavors blend together. It tastes absolutely effortless. There is plenty of seating BUT it is a very popular and busy spot, so get there early if you plan on working all day. They have pub food (the lumpia & tots are my fav) that should hold you over until dinner, and the pricing isn't egregious.

I believe I have just found my new favorite coffee shop on Third ave. I've been here once before…read morebut this was my first time trying the food and holy moly! Lets talk about the vibes first...amazing decor and vibes, decor and walls and atmosphere is very cool and unique I truly love it so much. The staff is very nice, offering suggestions on drinks with big smiles and welcoming energy. Now the drinks and food: the drink I got last time was an iced mocha (no picture but I remember it was very good). This time I went with my mom and we both got the "Moon" drink.. a Chai/Matcha which was such a good drink, I want like a 40oz of it to take with me home for the week. I also ordered the pesto turkey sandwhich to share and I can not express how good this was. Perfectly crispy, juicy and fresh. Took the first bite and literally gasped because not only was the bread toasted to perfection but the veggies and turkey were so flavorful. The veggies and pesto and turkey were also layered in a way that made every bite delectable and that to me is art. Loved it, want more of it and I WILL be back to try more drinks and sandwhiches.

This was my first time trying Grindhouse, and unfortunately, I wasn't a huge fan. I ordered the…read moresweet cream cold brew because I was really in the mood for something like that, but honestly, it just wasn't for me. Maybe I didn't order the right thing, or maybe it was just an off day, but I probably wouldn't order that drink again. The picture looks promising but just not it. I actually brought one home for my husband to try as well, and without me even saying anything, he wasn't a fan of it either. I also have to say that when I first walked into the location, I didn't really feel a warm or welcoming vibe. I was hoping to have a better first experience, but unfortunately, between the drink and the overall experience, I don't think I'll be back. Maybe I just need to try something different, but for now, this one just wasn't a hit for us.

Nice neighborhood cafe in the area- always kept clean and the service is on top of it when you need…read moreanything. I've gone through half of the menu and have enjoyed every drink for what they are, but have started to gravitate towards my standard Horchata Latte for coffee or Matcha Meets Fresa for something more refreshing (helps that most of my friends also gravitate towards the matcha too so I'll usually be ordering 2+ for the group). Always impressed by their choices for the seasonal menu so it keeps things fresh in the kitchen and for the customers.

After seeing this place raved on TikTok I wanted to get it to try myself. The parking is decent…read more When I went in the staff was quick to greet me and asked if I had any questions. I took a look at the menu and decided on getting the Matcha Meets Fresca and chilaquiles. The Matcha was actually pretty good. And the Chilaquiles were decent however I can tell the green salsa is not a fresh salsa. I also did not care for the chicken. It tasted like pre-cooked chicken that had been warmed up. The chips were very crispy however. I think it's a great option for folks in the area, however I would not return given it's not located in my community and can find not your preferred closer to me. There were folks in their meeting and working and although it may be a little noisy, it is a great option to work from. They also have tables outside which I found were nice and provide a more quieter space

I loved my Kiwi Basil Green Tea here today soooo much!! Perfect sweetness (I added zero, didn't…read moreneed!), perfect taste, perfect textures. I love when I see kiwi tea on the menu. I think it took me like 5 min to drink lol The staff was really nice and the cafe itself was chill and quiet. Great moment to relax in the middle of the day. Would like to come back and try other drinks but mine was so perfect I might just get it again :)

Second time trying this Boba spot and sad to say, it just doesn't do it for me…read more Ordered the Dragonfruit drink this time and i didn't find the flavor enjoyable. So, with that said, i will prolly NOT try it the third time.

Very good drinks and halo halo and tasty treats! The service was okay. Very warm place to hang out…read morewith friends or study.

Ube cravings solved!…read more Stop by @ Cafe 86 on a Saturday around 1:10 p.m. Only 1 customer in line. Got lucky we had a parking spot in front of the cafe. Ordered to-go for: Ube cracked cheesecake Ube truffles Ube leche plan All delicious ube flavors the way I remember it since the last time we had it. I'm guessing it might just be the size that changed, but considering prices of everything are up, I understand why. Staff were nice and dining area is clean. Highly recommended if you love Ube flavored desserts while you are in the area.

Salted maple latte - 10/10 and my compliments to the barista!…read more The empanada I had was fine as a snack but pricey ($5) and nothing special in terms of quality in my opinion but it did come with a spicy creamy green sauce which I did appreciate. Overall ambiance and service was excellent and it's nice to have a local third place. I'm happy to support this local business. Parking is generally hard to find around the block on weekends.

Cute spot in the middle of apartments and business fronts! Loved how open space and enough tables…read morefor everyone to get cozy too. I absolutely love how they have a little couch area and coffee toy bar for kids (I'll take a picture next time). So much room to get work done, coffee dates, and even outside seating. What a gem for everyone who lives upstairs and close. We got the iced salted maple latte and I loved it. Sweet, strong, and yummy vanilla cold foam. My bf also got a cortado. I heard after ordering it was their most ordered drink and I understood why. I'll definitely come by if we're on this side of Otay :) *minus a star* because the music was way too loud to be able to work or talk across the table tbh. But overall, I'd def come again. Super family friendly and chill coffee shop.

I was there last week and it was one of the hardest decisions I had to make. What to order…read more Everything looked great and I wanted to try them all. The service was great and they were very helpful . All the desserts looked amazing. I am very happy with the desserts that I purchased. Very good I will definitely be back

Great bakery/coffee place super close to my house and located perfectly in the area…read more They have a wide variety of pastries sweet and not sweet, prepackaged sandwiches, whole cakes perfect for different events. There is even options for Vegan and Vegan/Gluten Free. They offer a variety of coffees a few Iced Teas. Ambiance is always busy with people even on a Saturday afternoon. Service is super fast! We got a Black Iced Tea and a variety of pastries since we were heading to a friend's house. I love the quality of the products here and the best for me is the freshness and that the sweets are not that sweet. They have only four small tables inside to sit and one outside. Lots of parking.

There are a lot of cool arcade machines to play. It's a good spot for a hangout. Lots of space. I…read moresaw a review that they had Vietnamese coffee which they did not have. I even asked the barista. Instead I got a Mexican mocha which was a really good recommendation.

Great coffee. It was convenient having this in the hotel so I could grab my daily coffee and iced…read moreamericanos. It's also the little hang-out spot at the hotel, which has arcade games and a full deli. They also set up breakfast in the morning for hotel guests with basic items like bread and waffles, but it's still good. I enjoy getting my coffee from here and getting some last-minute work done from school assignments at their tables and using their wifi. It felt like an old-school coffee shop. My only complaint is the hours suck. It is only open until 1 pm; then it closes and we can't get coffee anymore. Any deli items, the hotel get it for u. Which is a shame because sometimes I like my iced americano late in the day. That was a bummer; they need to fix that.

Labora is such a fun spot! I tried the Pandan Matcha, Banana Matcha, and Salty Viet Drip all three…read morewere so good. Pandan matcha was definitely my husband's favorite and I really liked the banana matcha. We also ordered the popcorn chicken in both regular and spicy, and both were delicious! Crispy, flavorful, and the spicy version had a nice kick without being overwhelming. Everything was tasty, and there are so many interesting drinks and snacks to choose from. Definitely a spot I'd come back to! Service was stellar.

I had ordered 2 drinks, but the app said my order didn't go through, so I ordered again thinking I…read moreonly paid once. When I got to Labora, the order went through twice. I spoke with Justin and he referred me to an email to get properly refunded. Regardless of the issue, he took accountability for the app's faults and apologized, AND gave me all of the drinks. I really appreciated the kindness and attentiveness to this small issue, and his kind gesture to give me all of the drinks just brightened the day :) Thank you again Justin!

Service was amazing. 10/10…read more Thank you Elio for the amazing recommendations! He recommended the tamago toast with bacon added and the black sesame latte. The jalapeno sauce is good as well! Amazing combination. Can't wait to come back again the next time I'm in the area!

The banana creme latte is ridiculously amazing and will 100% be the reason I return here. By far…read moreone of the most delicious specialty lattes I have ever had and I am already sad I finished mine. Galu is a beautiful cafe, though. Workers were friendly too. I think I have a new favorite, but it seems like I'm not the only one judging by the long line. I don't care though, I'll be back just for that latte. ‍