Grate service and grate people. Love the coffee here, would definitely recommend this spot when ever in the Mall read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Caramel buzz - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

I went and tried this place for the first time. It was amaaaaaaazzzinggg I got the banana pudding drink, it's an americano drink. The coffee is not super strong, the drink isn't super sweet. (Which is a good thing, it was balanced perfectly). I'm not a fan of sweets so this was the perfect balance of coffee and sweet The only thing I will say is that it barely tastes like banana, the nilla cookie is the only part that has a strong banana flavor The service was fast, decent speed for being located in a designer outlet. Nice area, regular looking coffee place. I did get it again the next day but at a different location. My reasoning for it not being a 5 star is because the drink didn't really taste like banana. Anyways I love this drink read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Banana pudding - Americano 'The Best Drink Ever' - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Coffee was mediocre. To be honest the coffee was super hot and burned my husbands tongue so we asked for ice and made it an iced coffee Then our friends coffee was not fresh and came out warm. Shop is nice & modern but probably wouldn't come again. Best Coffee 5/10 Regular Coffee 8/10 read more

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Disgusting. Flies everywhere. This goes in your drink. Long standing issue. That's enough to not go. read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Disgusting. Flies everywhere. Dirty. This goes in your drink. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

I gave this location multiple chances, but the customer service from the older woman with the orange hair has been consistently rude. She really needs to reconsider whether customer service is the right fit for her. Every interaction feels like you're inconveniencing her just by placing an order. No customer wants to feel like they're a bother when they're spending their money. The drinks are ok, but the experience is ruined by the attitude. There are plenty of coffee shops where customers are treated with basic kindness and respect, so I'll be taking my business elsewhere. read more

Better Buzz Coffee was exactly the pick-me-up I needed while walking through the mall, and wow did they deliver. The stand was busy, but the staff never felt rushed or flustered. Instead, they calmly let me know they'd be right with me and even cracked a few jokes while keeping the line moving. That kind of energy goes a long way. The young lady at the counter was awesome. It was my first time here, and without hesitation she gave me great recommendations with total confidence. No pressure, no attitude--just genuine, effortless hospitality. And the drink? Absolutely amazing. It hit exactly how it needed to. First visit, great impression, and definitely not my last. read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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Better Buzz Coffee is my Favorite Coffee Shop! Fashion Valley was the first location that made me a fan. My coffee requests are always made to perfection. My favorite drinks are "Killer Bee" and "Best Drink Ever". I typically go there to get my own coffee, but I decided to get it through UberEats and I was happy to see what I requested was made perfectly. read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Got luck out today. There were only 3 people in line when I passed by. I waited about 5 minutes to put in an order. For those of you who don't want to wait, order online is the way to go. Excellent coffee with tasty and nutty flavors! My go-to high end coffee place. read more

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Cute little location , busy just as any other location. I enjoy being able to place my order on line . My coffee and muffin were ready upon arrival . I wasn't sure where the pick up station was , may need better labeling as I stood around for a bit looking around. My drink was good as usual but I noticed that they are putting more and more ice each time I order , super disappointed... check out my picture all I see is ice on top .. read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Hazelnut Divinity - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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Stopped by in the middle of the afternoon on a Monday. When I've passed this location before always had a long line. No line today. Don't really frequent Better Buzz although I've tried them before and enjoyed each drink. Ordered an iced blended mocha. Ruby took care of me at the counter. Super quick and efficient. Much needed boost on a warm end of summer day! Keep on Yelp'n! read more

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I absolutely love this Better Buzz! The staff are incredibly friendly, and the overall atmosphere is always welcoming. Every time I come here, I get great vibes and have a positive experience. Highly recommend! read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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This coffee spot came highly recommended, and the line that was 10-15 people deep confirmed that it was worth a try The menu offers a wide variety of classic coffee options with a Better Buzz twist. There are many seasonal and flavored drinks, you can choose hot vs cold on most drink options, and there are various drink sizes. You can also add additional shots of espresso I tried the coconut flavored Best Drink Ever and the Hazelnut Divinity. Neither were incredibly sweet, which I appreciate. I'm not a huge hazelnut fun, but the taste was subtle and enjoyable The storefront is trendy and modern, and it was very busy, but the counter and area was a little messy. It took several minutes or more to get our drink order, and that appeared to be par for the course. I also saw that a couple drinks orders didn't have their lids firmly put on Some tips: Obviously, this location is in a high-end shopping mall. So, enjoy your drink as you pursue the shops. Also, Better Buzz has a rewards program. So, sign up and start earning points today! Cheers!! read more

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Great location! It's perfect to take a shopping break and grab a coffee and pastry. There's a cute outdoor area to sit and enjoy your drinks. There's no indoor area like the other locations have! Good coffee, but not the best in San Diego. read more

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We got coffee and chai tea latte. We enjoyed both of our drinks. The lines can get long but the service was good. The ambiance was more like order and go. Something new to definitely try! read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Chai tea latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Hard to find good coffee shops in this area. This one was open at 7 AM in the mall super friendly staff reasonably price for a trip. Only downside was that they couldn't do a flat white so instead got a drip and one of their blended iced coffees, pretty reasonable decent value. read more

Today I saw a new face at the Fashion Valley location, what a great addition to the team. Friendly and attentive was this young man. He was new but seemed to have barista background but the customer service is what was on point. Gideon at the first floor spot is gonna be my new fav to visit when getting my ICEED Coconut killa bee. -JP read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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Better Buzz is pretty good! So good I wished they had more locations. When I looked it up, I saw Hillcrest, Pacific Beach (PB), Mission Gorge, and Mission Valley (MV) were close to me. The closest to my home is the MV location, and that one literally located inside Fashion Valley Mall. I have visited at least a handful of times, and taste-wise they are consistent with how they make their drinks. I really enjoy their Coconut Buzz... and that's saying a lot because I'm not a huge coconut fan. Something about the flavor profile just makes it work and it tastes really good! I actually find myself craving it every so often. Let me just say, if you are coming here during peak hours (like on a busy weekend) then parking is going to be a hassle and there will likely be a very long line. To bypass the line, is recommend ordering online and once you park and walk up, your coffee will probably be ready. I have come here on a weekend and have seen probably 30+ people in line! I walked up, saw the line from a good distance (stretching near the escalator) and I was like, "Nope." I turned around and came back another time. Ordering online is a good way to bypass the line. If I know I'm heading there, I order online, park, walk up, and my drink is ready when I get to the counter. I'm going to try one of their more popular drinks called, "Best Drink Ever" (BDE). To call it BDE, it's gotta be good, right? It's the mall and parking can get crazy. I usually find parking near the west side of the shopping center near JC Penny either in the structure or south near the escape room business. There are places nearby to sit and overall it tends to be clean. Or you can walk upstairs to the tables near the food court. Another option would be to walk around the mall and enjoy your coffee. Better Buzz... I'm a fan! 4 / 5: Coffee 4 / 5: Service 4 / 5: Cleanliness 4 / 5: Overall read more

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Cute space at the mall. Service was good, definitely was a wait for the drinks but nothing too crazy. I ordered an iced snickerdoodle latte and it was heaven in a cup! The flavor was totally there, not too sweet and not too bitter. I can't wait to try their other drinks. read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

This was the newer location in the food court plaza that took over the Starbucks. This location seemed a lot less busy and the service seemed faster than the main one on the first floor. I got the Best Drink Ever with half sweetness. I like that I can get less sweet now but I didn't really taste the coffee as much. It tasted like slightly sweet water and milk unfortunately. I wish the coffee flavor was a bit stronger but it does the trick when I just need some caffeine. Better Buzz is also the main coffee shop in this shopping center so it'll have to do. Maybe I'll try out a matcha next time. read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Best drink ever - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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There was a line but i got my drink via mobile order fairly quick. The peppermint white mocha was tasty read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Such a cute little walk up cafe, the literal bees made it stressful but the baristas were super sweet and apologetic about it. I ordered the banana matcha and banana chocolate loaf and that loaf is the best thing ever! Will definitely be back but hoping the bees are gone when I do. read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Banana Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

This was the worst Better Buzz location I've experienced. The mobile order was marked as ready, but when I arrived to pick it up, I was initially told it was upstairs. It later turned out the order was actually on the lower level where I was standing the entire time. I received one drink, then waited an additional 15 minutes for the second. There was significant confusion among staff, with more people waiting at pickup than ordering, and overall the process felt very disorganized. I understand it's the holiday season, but this level of disarray was noticeably worse than at other locations. Overall, it was a very frustrating experience. read more

I have been to 3 locations ALL have the best people working! So friendly everyone's always happy! Their coffee drinks both hot & cold are delicious- for a chain shop no one can beat their imaginative concoctions. Some of their drinks are so good. I could drink it up by the gallon. read more

Every time I'm in Southern California I make sure to stop at a better buzz location. This time I visited one that was inside a mall, as it was the only option nearby that was open early enough on a Sunday morning. It was a little difficult to find given the GPS directions, and the fact that no other stores were open, but there was enough other foot traffic making its way to the spot that I was able to find it. I was a little disappointed to see that this was just a window counter service area, and not a restaurant so their options were very limited. However, I got my Horchata latte and it was exactly what I needed to get my day going. Better buzz has some tasty options that I always enjoy trying as treats when I'm in the area. read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Tonight, I had the Snickerdoodle Latte and Blackberry Banana Muffin. Perfect for a cool fall night. The Buzz Crew upstairs was awesome too! read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Snickerdoodle Latte and Blackberry Banana Muffin - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Best Coffee Ever Drink is delicious! Warning... there can be long lines and long waits here. Also, make sure to check the pick up area for your drink. Workers are friendly. There are tables to sit at in surrounding area if they are not taken. Coffee is kind of pricey but tastes better than Starbucks IMO. read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Store Front located on the first floor near the escalators in the middle of Fashion Valley - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

The most rude staff here. I understand you probably get rude customers at the fashion valley location but when I go up being polite and you act like a B, that's on you. The upstairs location is way better. read more

Ordered the best drink ever and let me tell you, ot ain't the best. I am just very disappointed.I was expecting a very creamy perfection of iced coffee but it just tasted like a bland cold brew,not creamy at all.I initially wanted to just have a coconut latte but they only have the protein coconut coffee and refused to make any other coconut late.I tried pretty much 5 drinks from here and not impressed at all. read more

Better buzz is always great experience, with friendly employees that get your order done in a timely manner! I always make sure I get better buzz! read more

Jeremy at Better Buzz was friendly and helpful during my visit. He made the ordering process easy, had a good attitude, and provided solid customer service. It was a smooth experience, and I appreciated his professionalism. Always nice to be helped by someone pleasant and efficient. read more

Not always the biggest coffee person but this spot is not bad. Price is decent and the coffee taste is alright. Parking was easy and the location is at a solid place. The shop is cute and the cashier was kind to help me out with what she would recommend which I loved. But the coffee here could be a little better and have more options. read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Great coffee spot! Love all the drinks I have gotten here. There is one on the first floor and another on the 2nd floor. If you do order in the app or online make sure to pay attention to which location. Both locations don't really have a sitting area but lots of places to sit or walk around the mall. Quick and easy location with lots of yummy drink choices. read more

The rumors are true - life is better buzzed lol. The Fashion Valley (Level 1) Team is absolutely amazing. I look forward to my morning coffee every day and I'm always greeted with a smile. The coffee is always amazing, but it's the service and the team's kindness that keeps me coming back! Thank you to them for being amazing always and working very hard to put smiles on everyone's faces! read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Large Mocha Buzz - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

### 5 Stars - Better Buzz Coffee is My Go-To Spot! I've been a regular at Better Buzz Coffee for months now, and it never disappoints. This place has the perfect vibe for starting your day, getting work done, or just catching up with friends. The atmosphere is bright and welcoming, with plenty of seating, great natural light, and that unmistakable aroma of freshly roasted coffee filling the air. What keeps me coming back is their **cold brew** - hands down my favorite drink anywhere. It's incredibly smooth, perfectly balanced (not too bitter or acidic), and has this rich, bold flavor that hits just right, especially on warm days. I usually get it black to really appreciate the quality of the beans, but they also offer fun additions like vanilla or oat milk that take it to another level. The staff are always friendly and quick, even during busy rushes, and the quality is consistent every single time. Pastries and light bites are fresh too - their avocado toast is a solid pairing with the cold brew. If you're a coffee lover looking for a reliable spot with excellent drinks and good energy, Better Buzz is the place. Highly recommend the cold brew - it's become my daily ritual! read more

I came back on Friday to get some birthday gifts for a friend at Urban Outfitters. I remembered there is a better buzz next door YUM!!! To my surprise, Gideon was working. He's usually making drinks and if the line is short he'll chat with us briefly. To my surprise he took our order and recommended the ham and cheese croissant. Normally I don't eat pastries as I don't know when they were made or the ingredients. but I had just finished a hot yoga class and needed a pick me up. So I ordered that and got my good ole iced Moroccan spice - with almond milk. Honestly- not bad!? It tasted fresh. Unlike some coffee shops that warm up frozen food. It had a decent amount of both ham and cheese so it was sent pastry heavy. My bestie loved it too. Is it likely I would get it again? Maybe! But nevertheless Gideon came through. There were two other girls who were holding down the fort but I didn't get their names. One thing I like to add is this location always has samples and it's a good way of trying to new menu without having to commit. Thanks Gideon and friends! We'll be back. Ambiance was a bit crazy given it's the summer time and the mall but the energy is always right with the employees :) read more

My friends and I loved Better Buzz so much that we came 2 mornings in a row! This location is in the Fashion Valley mall, and surrounded by tons of great shops. Servers were always super friendly. The line is always long but it seems efficient and we got our drinks within 10-15 minutes. The first time, I got the iced horchata latte. It was light and had a strong cinnamon flavor which I enjoyed! However if you like your coffee strong & creamy, it's probably not the best option for you. The second time, I got the Pumpkin Spice Latte, which was my favorite. It was creamy, sweet but not too sweet, and had a nice hint of pumpkin! This was 100x better than the PSL from Starbucks in my opinion. Would definitely recommend for a nice pick-me-up! read more

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I went to to Better Buzz at Fashion Valley for the first time. For startes the baristas were pretty rude, purposely ignoring customers and not being the nicest. Whatever not that big of a deal. I got ny drinj took one sip and it was terrible. I dont go back to say anything i let it be. As im sipping ny second sip i felt something in my mouth and there was a bee... i am allergic. The stinger was still in and now i am having a reaction. This is disgusting!! read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Came back as I always do and yet again my drink was amazing, just what i asked for! Leo is always a joy. It honestly makes my day whenever he takes my order. I will be back again!!!! read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Pistachio Croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Wanted to grab coffee before the 2 hours drive on the way home. I went on yelp and found this coffee place but I didn't know it would be located at the mall. I actually heard of better buzzed before but never tried it. This location at the mall only serves drinks, acai bowls and pastries. I thought there would be some warm savory breakfast items just like their other locations but not this location. I went around 10 am and there was already a long line. The shops at the mall weren't even open yet either. I ordered the an iced Honey latte with coconut milk. The drink was very sweet and creamy. Overall was a pretty good coffee. read more

Better Buzz Coffee Fashion Valley - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Best drink ever always slaps. Service is great, very nice people and super attentive! Manager Lina is always on top of things and will solve any issues you have read more