Cafe Matinal is an absolute hidden gem and the owner is truly one of a kind! We arrived around 7:20 AM and he was just finishing up opening his mobile coffee shop. Right away, he greeted us warmly, handed my daughter a banana, and kindly asked for about 20 minutes to get set up. He was ready in less than that. Good thing we were early, because by 7:30 a line was already forming! I ordered two iced biscoff lattes with whole milk, a side of milk, and five beignets with chocolate hazelnut filling. When I noticed he had used oat milk instead of whole, he immediately offered to remake both drinks. I told him not to worry about it -- honestly, the lattes were SO good it didn't even matter! But what happened next truly blew me away: he told me my entire order was on him for the mix-up. I insisted on paying but he wouldn't hear of it, and on top of that, he wanted to give my daughter a muffin too. I was speechless. That kind of genuine, above-and-beyond hospitality is so rare. The biscoff latte is an absolute must (even with oat milk), it was incredible. And the beignets with chocolate hazelnut filling? Do not skip them. The setup itself is charming! A cute picnic table alongside the mobile shop, fresh flowers nearby at the gas station, and just an all-around wonderful vibe. This man runs his business with so much heart. We will absolutely be back. Highly, highly recommend! read more

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Great service, super sweet and friendly! Croissant sandwich was HUGE haha very well worth the price. Coffee was good! Found this spot on TikTok and don't regret checking it out. Mango smoothie was great as well read more

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Absolutely incredible coffee that you can tell is made with love and care! Honestly some of the best coffee I have ever had... absolutely blown away!!! To make the coffee so incredible, it takes time. It is worth the wait for the delicious handcrafted coffee. Also, the açaí bowl is one of the best I have ever had! I love how you get to choose your toppings and it is so fresh! The service is amazing and the staff is so friendly/sweet/welcoming! The coffee cart is tucked into a parking lot where there's some seating next to it, but it's great to grab a coffee and go for a walk or wherever you are headed to! It is right next to a gas station so there is some traffic going in and out of the parking lot. They take your name and call it out when your order is ready. They also always include chocolate with your order which is a thoughtful touch. The artwork inside the coffee cart is beautiful and the decorations make it feel inviting. They have fresh pastries that I am excited to try on future visits! I know this will be a go to spot for me and I am seriously blown away by how good this coffee is. I cannot recommend Café Matinal enough. I should capture how beautiful the coffee is, but it's hard to not drink it all right away because it is so so so good. They also have a loyalty program through Toast which I appreciate :). Café Matinal is the best coffee I have found in San Diego so far and I don't see that changing! Also, Badr is one of the nicest people you will ever meet! Since moving here, Badr has been the kindest person I have met. I appreciate him and his kindness so much! read more

Located in the back of the gas station parking lot. The owner makes all the drinks by himself and in very slow and careful methods. The drinks are delicious, even just a regular cup of coffee. I got their Biscoff latte with oat milk and loved the flavor of it plus the coffee itself. It was worth the wait. read more

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Came w a friend to try their viral Biscoff Latte, & I am so glad we did as their coffee was AMAZING! My drink was very rich & creamy, the Biscoff flavor was present without being overwhelming. Very well-crafted coffee, and they offer non-dairy creamers! The owner is very kind & dedicated. We had a very pleasant interaction with him. While parking may be challenging, this is the perfect lil spot to hit up before a morning stroll:) read more

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What a cute little local coffee truck located in the VP Racing Mart lot. They had regular coffee and signature drinks, pastries, and açaí bowls. The service was friendly and they gave us complimentary dark chocolates. They also had a little seating area beside the truck with sidewalk chalk. Definitely stop by to start off your day!! read more

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This is, by far, one of the best cups of coffee I have ever had. We stopped by the other day and went back today because it was THAT good. You can tell people in the neighborhood go there, one person had given them an ornament for Christmas that was still hanging in their window - people said hi to the man (Badr) working. We got oatmilk the first day and today he remembered and asked if I wanted it in my latte - so sweet, because I did indeed forget to mention it when I ordered. He also gives everyone little treats, a chocolate usually - but my son doesn't like sweets so when we declined the chocolate for him, he gave him a whole banana! He just wanted everyone to have a beautiful day, you could just tell. There's a little spot to sit and chalk for the kids. It's just a nice place - like the first cool breeze of driving into town. Welcome, warm, and just what you need. Now - people are likely going to complain about the wait. Or rate it lower... Because it does take a little to make the coffee, but it's so worth it. So worth it every time. The care he takes for your order, how well it's made - the wait didn't bother us enough to not go back the next day. So don't be a grouch and appreciate the time and care that goes into every cup. So much so I'd wake up early to get a cup on my way to work if I lived here - seriously so good. We did the pistachio rose latte and the forbidden vanilla latte - both with an extra shot of espresso. Iced. I hope they continue to do well because I will dream of this coffee...and be dropping by anytime I'm in the area. Well done. So good. Keep it up. Big fans. read more

This place has been on my coffee list for a fat minute and I finally made the drive to check it out! It's located in a gas station parking lot, so parking is very limited and street parking was even harder. After circling a few times looking for parking I went up to the coffee truck to order and was told there would be about a 20 minute wait time for coffee. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to stay since I had an appointment and was short on time, so I wasn't able to try anything this visit. The cashier was kind, apologized and told me to have a good day. I'm 50/50 on coming back. Hopefully others have a better experience. read more

San Diego is over saturated with so many subpar coffee spots, it was so nice to take a chance and not be disappointed! The espresso here is so good; the picture speaks for itself. On two different occasions I tried the rose latte and the forbidden vanilla latte. Both were delicious and again I can't believe how great the espresso pull is! The service is friendly as well. Keep in mind there's only room for one or two people in the truck so if there's a line you may have to wait 5-10mins but it's so worth it. read more

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Badr and Jenna were the nicest people over. Not to mention their coffee was the best I've had in San Diego. Very unique and I was absolutely wired after. They also took care of my Taita who wanted to try their cappuccino, which was super sweet. Highly recommend and will be coming back as often as possible! read more

Omg i'm so glad I stopped by, the biscoff coffee was so creamy and delicious. The owner was so very sweet and made sure I loved the coffee. I tried the cheese and turkey croissant and it was amazing, better than Starbucks. I love how the owner added a cozy seating area too. Definitely coming back and bringing my friends :) read more

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Biscoff latte was a little on the sweet side but still really good ! Strawberry smoothie was great. read more

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This spot is a hidden gem coffee spot located in San Diego. The address is 3804 Ingraham St. Spot #2 San Diego, CA 92109. Badr is a kind Syrian soul who exhibits the best hospitality, giving customers chocolates to go along with their coffees. He speaks French, and in French Matinal means "morning," and you can't go about the best morning without the best cup of joe from this man. Customers often find themselves talking to others in line, and this coffee truck has definitely cultivated a San Diegan community. The ambiance is beyond amazing! One of my favorite coffee spots in the whole nation. I highly recommend the iced Forbidden Latte, which includes freshly crushed hazelnut in front of your eyes. It also includes agave and you can taste the richness of the amazing coffee beans!! It was so good, I had to get another!! Hoping to visit this truck again in the future and 300% recommend to anyone looking for some of the best coffee in San Diego!! read more

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I had gotten the biscoff latte here and out of all the coffee places I have been to, this is my absolute favorite. The owner is a very kind man and ensures that the coffee is made to your liking. read more

Café Matinal - Biscoff latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Tiny little trailer located off the side of VP Racing gas station - easy to miss if not looking but O-M-G don't miss it!!! I actually picked this spot when on the way to Campland on the Bay due to it being on TooGoodToGo...however I did not buy the 2G2G bag and instead came for the coffee. The gentleman working inside the trailer was hustling- when we showed up we were not the only customers. I was Yelp influenced to try the Biscoff Lotus latte and my husband tried the forbidden vanilla. He gave my husband and I enough Godiva chocolates to share with our kiddos in he car as well so everyone got a treat. I looooovvved my biscoff latte. He scooped some cookie butter and mixed it with the espresso, then topped with milk and then shaved biscoff cookie. So so freaking good without being too sweet. Husbands latte was good and reminded him of those Ferrero Rocher candies. It had some nuts in it. I thought it tasted ok but not as good as mine. Anyways I'm a fan- I walked back the next day with my kids and friends and we got more drinks, huge muffins this time too, and of course were gifted with more chocolates. My kids took advantage of the chalk on the little picnic table and drew on the ground while we waited. What a vibe. Check it out. read more

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Our experience at Café Matinal was amazing! The owner was very friendly and even gave us a little sweet treat with our drinks. You can tell he puts a lot of care into serving quality beverages. We ordered the Forbidden Vanilla Latte and the Biscoff Lotus Latte, both iced. The espresso to milk ratio was great, not too milky and not too sweet. And the presentation of the drinks and service was wonderful. We also got some pastries; one of their employees bakes them fresh and looking forward to trying their açaí. The coffee cart is located in the corner of a gas station parking lot. It's very colorful and inviting with a diverse menu. There is a small seating area on the side but we ended up parking our car and taking a stroll to Crown Point Park. We will definitely be returning, chatting with the owner was pleasant. He said that his peak hours are 7:00-11:00; we showed up around 15:00 and were able to get drinks pretty quickly. read more

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Hands-down the best coffee shop in San Diego! I'm so excited that I found Cafe Matinal. The owner is incredibly kind and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. I ordered the cinnamon honey latte, and it was honestly the best I've ever had!! perfectly balanced and full of flavor. I also got my kids a strawberry mango smoothie, and they absolutely loved it. Amazing drinks and such a great vibe. Cafe Matinal is officially a new favorite, and we'll definitely be back! read more

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Love this place!! The coffee is so good and the açaí bowls are amazing. Badr is seriously the nicest and always super accommodating with my dietary needs -- I swap granola for protein powder and it's such a game changer. You can tell he genuinely loves what he does. Cafe Matinal has become a weekly staple for me and my friends in the Crown Point area. read more

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Amazing drinks, amazing service, and the cutest dog that hangs around! You can tell the owner truly cares about the quality of his drinks. read more

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My husband and I love this place, everything is delicious and the owner couldn't be nicer.

Wasn't sure what to expect from this spot as it is tucked behind a gas station and a bit hidden from the street. But I'm happy I paid them a visit as the açaí bowl was just what I was looking for. I appreciate how with the açaí the owner lets you pick your ingredients and customize things at no additional charge. The bowl was large as others have mentioned and came with a generous serving of fresh fruit. It was also carefully constructed and well presented which I honestly was not expecting. Only feedback I'd have is there's definitely potential for things to get backed up. I came on a Saturday morning and while I was the only one in line when I arrived, there were 4 folks behind me by the time I left. The care put into each order is much appreciated but it also means it's going to take longer to get your order whether it be just a beverage or food. There was only one person working which may have contributed but all in all it's a good local spot. read more

Café Matinal - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

The best coffee we had while visiting the area. It's a bit hard to find. It's in a service station parking lot. Very industrial. There is a line because the coffee and food are so good. Really worth the wait. On the second day of our trip, we tried a different coffee shop that has rave reviews. The ambienc3 was better, but the coffee was yuck by comparison. We returned here two more times before we left. Highly recommend. read more

Café Matinal - The coffee truck. Small table to wait at on the other side. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Really incredible coffee cart in PB! Would definitely recommend this spot for anyone in the area looking for quality coffee or matcha. These guys are sooo nice and you can tell they really put care into each drink. They even gave us little chocolate nuggets with our drink! I would definitely choose this spot over other popular coffee shops in the area. read more

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My friend suggested going here before walking the bay today, and I'm so glad she did. Our coffees were delicious, flavorful, and so refreshing on this hot day. Coco (pup) enjoyed her pup cup as well! Great service and we genuinely felt like the coffee was made with love! Definitely worth a stop if you're in crown point :) read more

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I haven't found a good latte in a while, many around town are just overpriced and watery. I'm happy I finally stopped at Cafe Matinal. I hear they get pretty busy but I stopped a little before 8am and it wasn't. The cinnamon and honey latte is delicious, very flavorful and I can taste the coffee! Reasonable pricing as well. Very friendly service and a cute dog to play fetch with as a bonus. read more

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Omg I'm obsessed!! Came here for the first time and got the biscoff latte and it's perfection! Saturday morning , waited about 30 mins but it's absolutely worth the wait! We will definitely be back, thank you for your kind service!! read more

Large menu. There was a decent line even in the middle of the day and for good reason. This latte was made with love!!! The biscoff latte was everything I had heard about and more. They were so sweet, I can't wait to come back! read more

Café Matinal - Biscoff Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

10/10. The best coffee in San Diego, consistently. And the owner is such a sweetheart.

The Biscoff Lotus Latte!!! My husband never wants to order fancy coffee and said we are going back tomorrow to get coffee so he can get one too. Grabbed an Açaí Bowl as well! Super fresh and flavorful! Our new favorite coffee spot! read more

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Hands down the best chai I've had. I wish I could move here just to make it a routine. Bravo to you sir service was 10/10 drinks weee at least 300000000000/10 read more

Café Matinal - Iced chai latte lotus biscoff hands down all time favorite from all our vacations - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

This coffee truck easily has the best coffee I have had in San Diego to date. The owner pours so much care and detail into each of his beverages, you can not go wrong with whatever you choose. Not to mention the prices are amazing! read more

Drinks are delicious and thoughtfully made, and croissants are large and perfectly toasted. The owner is always friendly, never in a rush, consistent, and gives every guest a free little dessert. Despite being next to a gas station, he has created a small and cozy seating area. Can't recommend this spot enough! read more

I got the biscoff lotus latte and it was so amazing! the owner is super nice! love this little sd hidden gem :) read more

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I got the biscoff lotus latte which was AMAZING! he even gave me a little biscoff cookie on top which i did eat before taking the photo. The people working were extremely friendly and appreciative. 12/10 definitely recommend checking them out! read more

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The honey cinnamon latte I got it iced and it is perfectly creamy and sweet but not over done, still tastes like a coffee. As a San Diego born and raised local, I can verify this is one of the best coffees I have ever had in San Diego. read more

This hard working owner makes coffee magic in his little trailer. I ordered an iced Lavender Honey Latte that was just incredible! Highly recommended! read more

Café Matinal - The owner made me a delicious Homey Lavender Latte! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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I have been here a few times and every single experience has been great! I came for the first time after it went viral from a post on TikTok and I was not disappointed. You can really taste the quality of espresso here and the owner takes his time with each handcrafted drink. I have tried the Biscoff latte (pictured) and iced caramel macchiato, both delicious. Highly recommend, great service! read more

Café Matinal - iced biscoff latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Came because of TikTok and wow... totally worth the drive The coffee is amazing, the vibes are great, and the customer service was so good. You can tell they really care, definitely coming back! read more

Theeee açaí bowl of my dreams, it was exactly what I was looking for-- super good and loaded with high quality toppings! Also had a ChocoBae smoothie which was really good as well. It was in a cute little spot and the owner was really nice. Excited to come back again at an earlier time to try the coffee! read more

Café Matinal - Acai cup - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

I did a too good to go order on the app cuz I wanted to try this place and thought it was the perfect opportunity. I received several croissants and they were so moist inside and then the perfect flakiness on the outside. Absolutely delicious. The place is in a food truck type trailer and it's tucked to the side of a gas station off of Ingraham st in pb so it is kind of off the beaten path. Try to stop by if you can though as they also have coffees and some of them looked so good. The service was excellent. I believe the guy working when I was there was the owner and he was so nice. He was eating some chocolates when I got there and offered me some which was so kind. I'm not really sure about prices as I did in order on the two good to go app. read more