Customer service was great, and the options were even better. This is one of the few places in the area where you can get brewed yerba mate. I had a custom one with a hint of pomegranate syrup it was delicious! I love how accommodating they were. Also, if you have glue and allergies there are gluten-free pastry options as well as gluten-free bagels , a plus for those with some dietary restrictions. And all around mellow spot with plenty of options for coffee, teas and smoothies as well as light bites. read more

Pros: - good value:cost - clean bathrooms with lock PIN code - full expresso bar - good selection of healthy smoothies - acai bowls - some savory food selections aside from just pastries - free WiFi - background "cafe" tunes - a/c - sufficient amount of power outlets Cons: - interior needs a complete renovation. Not dirty or anything but very basic. Okay to get work done or sit down for a quick bite but wouldn't take a client here. Best way to put it read more

Cafe Bella - Very clean bathroom w vent fan. PIN code needed. Only one bathroom (unisex) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - El Cajon, California

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Indoor and outdoor seating and a drive through. Solid spot for breakfast and smoothies, with great prices and speedy service. No frills inside but tables are clean and the workers are kind and efficient. I enjoyed my tropical greens smoothie. read more

Cafe Bella - Inside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - El Cajon, California

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Holy crap there is truly something incredibly wrong when you can make a sandwich on a bagel that was so tremendously good and freaking awesome. What are you some sort of case guess what bingo your service was amazing the abundance was awesome. I loved every Bite thank you so much. Even with minutes to spare before closing no stress thank you please stay humble and full of joy as you display today. read more

Cafe Bella - Amazing - Coffee & Tea Near Me - El Cajon, California

This is a great spot if you want to enjoy a coffee and a pastry while you get some work done! The staff are friendly and the food and drinks are wonderful. My favorite pastry is the spinach and feta croissant. I cannot recall which drink I got last, but when I received it, it was not quite sweet enough. When I told the staff, they were super receptive and offered to give me some more sweetener. Later in the same day, I came back for another round of coffee and got another pastry. Two visits in one day speaks for itself. read more

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The coffee I got was incredibly strong and there was no fixing it tried adding milk and sugar at home and nothing helped... i also got there bacon egg and cheese croissant and it was okay but the eggs were terrible! read more

I was SO sorry to see the location closed! I loved their coffee and their food! Always excellent customer service! All they serve is awesome! Wish you the best of luck and if in your other area will DEFINITELY drop by!! - Thank you for all the good coffee and yummies! read more

So happy to find today this little piece of OB in El Cajon today! I went to work to a nearby school and needed a quick coffee. Between Starbucks and no chain, the choice is obvious. Cafe Bella is big yet cozy and love the drive through with that fun cardboard giant açai bowl or smoothie. Too fun for selfies. My capuccino was perfect. Will try the food another day. First time and will repeat when in that area of El Cajon. Nice gem found! read more

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My partner and I typically go here a few times a week and get the same coffee with oat milk. The last few times they've either put whole milk instead of oat milk into her coffee or made an "iced" latte that is room temperature. It's strange because they read you back the order at the window too. It pains me to write this because we love this coffee shop and want to support a smaller chain instead of Starbucks. It seems like there might be a newer staff that are making mistakes . We'll probably give it a few more tries before finding a new place to get coffee. read more

Found this coffee shop when my girl gang went to another coffee shop nearby only to find out that one didn't have seating. Upon walking in, we were warmly greeted by everyone and when we informed them it was our first time, they welcomed us and said they were prepared to answer any questions we had. This menu is so great as it has something for everyone from sweet to savory. Our drinks were perfectly blended and not too sweet, yet still felt wonderfully indulgent. The music was perfect volume to carry on a conversation but also provide atmosphere. Overall this was such a great visit and we will definitely all be back to try the other menu items! read more

Cafe Bella - Funky Monkey - Coffee & Tea Near Me - El Cajon, California

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I've been working in El Cajon for a while and can't believe I didn't know about this hidden gem. I love their Vietnamese coffee! It's the only place that I know of that sells near my work and its so good. I went today and ordered to go a Vietname Coffee and an Everything Bagel with egg, bacon, cheese and cream cheese. It was so good and the girl at the window was so nice and patient with me. They have other items as well but this is usually what I order. It has an old school, small town vibe to it, which I really like. I also know they have a location in OB but I have not been to that one yet. read more

Cafe Bella - Coffee & Tea Near Me - El Cajon, California

I was looking for a local spot for a good Vietnamese coffee. This place was nice, clean and a wide variety of drinks other than coffee. Also has a good selection of food and snacks. The coffee they used for the Vietnamese was good - probably not robusta beans but a good arabica type. I'll come thru again to get a bite and same another drink. It's really great to see a local business have other locations - I will definitely support them and encourage anyone reading my review to do the same. Thank you Cafe Bella! read more

Cafe Bella - Coffee & Tea Near Me - El Cajon, California

This was my first time here and I got a small iced vanilla chai latte and a jalapeno cheddar bagel with cream cheese. Both were pretty good! The girl who took my order at the drive thru had the sweetest voice and just made me feel so welcome. I only wish the drink just had a bit more flavor or sweetness to it as I tasted the milk more than i'd have liked, but that's just my preference! The barista even asked me if regular milk was okay so it's no fault to anyone but my own :) It seems like a quaint locally owned business so I was happy to support! read more

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Coffee and acai bowls are amazing. Employees are knowledgeable about their products and will make recommendations. Quick and accurate service. read more

My fav place to treat myself in El Cajon! Don't sleep on this not-so-hidden gem! The staff is friendly and fast. The coffee drinks are amazing (try the strawberry Bellacinno!). And there's SO many tasty treats! Lots of options for breakfast and lunch! read more

Cafe Bella - Strawberry Bellacinno and bacon empanada - Coffee & Tea Near Me - El Cajon, California

First timer - Ordered a hot medium matcha with whip. I was given an iced. Simple mistake not a big deal. He apologized and that he'll remake it. I said it's okay and tried to give the drink. He didn't take it. But I've worked as a barista and customer service- it's no biggy! I thought that was nice he was accountable and letting me keep it. Super great customer service, respectful, welcoming, warm even the cashier the same. What was horrible was after that, the worker next to him took it away and was mad and rude. Like what the hell? It's my first time and this is the impression you give as if I made the mistake? I even apologized to the worker who remade it because I know how it feels outside and inside looking in as employee and as a customer idk what's your problem but you made my experience. And I don't want him getting lectured or in trouble or idk if he's new. All I know that other guy was Very disappointing. The gentleman with the curly hair you deserve so much! I hope you work somewhere else because you're excellent on how you treated me from beginning to end. I wish you many blessings and hope you get it'! I'm sorry that kinda bald guy is so angry with a mustache and miserable with his life that he took it out on me and made my experience not so great but you sir phenomenal! Thank you!!!!!! I won't be coming back but someone else definitely needs to hire you! read more

Nice roomy atmosphere. Good coffee, but sometimes it depends on who makes your drink. Had a delicious mocha latte one week, a rather blah one the next week! ‍ read more

Honestly this is the second time I have tried them and it was horrible coffee. They can really improve on the coffee drinks offered because they are a cafe.... I wanted to like them but the coffee was way too bitter . Unfortunately will never go back read more

Cafe Bella - Vanilla iced latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - El Cajon, California

Happy Father's Day to Fred and Frank! This is one of the best Cafes you can find in all of San Diego! But I challenge anyone to find a better Empanada than Cafe Bellas! We have our own empanada but it's not the same at all! And the team here is the best! People are jealous of how great the team here is! read more

Cafe Bella - It's simply the best coffee you can find! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - El Cajon, California

Love Cafe Vella so much! I practically lived here when I was pregnant - I would come as many as 3 times a week and it's totally out of my way. My favs are the turkey bagel sandwich on plain, and a mocha bellachino! The staff is awesome and the cafe is super spacious, organized and clean! Love coming here when I'm in the area! read more

Lots of gluten and dairy free options here! I got an açaí bowl with vegan protein powder. Protein powder changes the taste of açaí bowls but if you want to up your protein, this is a nice treat. I also tried a lox bagel. I think it could've used more toppings to bring it all together. Overall great local spot with tons of healthy options read more

The coco breeze drink was amazing! I was surprised on how yummy it tasted. The worker was really nice and provided great, fast service. It was a cute little shop and it had a drive thru! read more

Stopped by Cafe Bella in El Cajon for a quick coffee with a coworker. I had an iced latte with decaf espresso and hazelnut, while my friend got a hot latte. They don't have decaf coffee, but the decaf espresso was fantastic--smooth and not bitter, which is rare. My iced latte was delicious, and my friend enjoyed their hot latte too. I'll definitely be back! read more

Omg, California bagel is top notch. Absolutely delicious, and you can tell it was made with effort. New customer and will definitely be coming back. read more

Cafe Bella has everything you could ever want for breakfast, mom & pop vibes with a drive thru-- whaaaaat?!?! YES please. How could I have missed this El Cajon gem! The service was fast and all the employees were so genuine and sweet. We tried coffee, smoothie and a bagel. But man.... I saw the Acai bowls come out after I ordered! DANG they're HUGE and look amazing. I will definitely be back to try those. My iced Vietnamese coffee was the best, smoothie was so fresh and delish and the bagel was on point. And all that was $18 hours can't beat the affordable prices. I highly recommend and can't wait to come back and try other menu items! Thanks Cafe Bella for this morning's pick me up! read more

Cafe Bella - Coffee & Tea Near Me - El Cajon, California

OMG I FINALLY TRIED THE DRIVE THRU CAFE BELLA IN EL CAJON . Remind you around the corner from a Starbucks and a Dutch Bros. I must say the best customer service ever. The best Chai Latte and by far the bagels in San Diego. My mom recommended this place and I was in the area and drove thru to give it a try!' I even got extra bagels to take home and they were so yummy and moist even after toasting them! read more

Literally the nicest and most kind humans at Cafe Bella. The very first friendly face was a a sweet beautiful lady that took our very large order with a smile. Then the 3 hard working employees preparing everyone's orders all said thank you for waiting and were warm with their "have a nice days". Can't want to come back to try more stuff! read more

service was nice and velvet. The acai was pretty good, the fruit was good and fresh and the empanadas are fire

The drink was good recommend Cashier service was great help The food is what threw me off croissant what flakey an good bacon was a generous amount but the EGG was not the business felt like it was jimmy bean but will be back for coffee read more

Cafe Bella - Bacon egg and cheese cheese and Mexico mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - El Cajon, California

I used to love Cafe Bella, I have been there a couple times, they have the best Vietnamese coffee and great pastries. However, this last couple weeks for some reason their quality dropped and their speed on the drive thru is really poor. I didn't mind to wait on line for a great product but now their product taste is different and they hospitality is not in the best shape. I really hope we can get the cafe bella from before. read more

The coffee was delicious and affordable. Thank you Amy for the great customer service and friendliness(: read more

Cafe Bella - (Iced Vietnamese) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - El Cajon, California

This is my go to spot every time I'm in the area! I have tried most of their drinks and they are all sooo good! Definitely recommend the spiced dirty chai, the Vietnamese coffee, lattes, ugh they are all sooo good ! The price is also amazing! I don't ever feel like I'm breaking the bank for a coffee. Everyone is super nice and sweet! read more

I love this cafe! Their drive-thru line isn't usually long, it just depends what time of the day you get there tbh. Their Bellaccino's are mine and my MIL's favorite!! Their service is usually very quick and the staff are friendly. read more

My bagel is barely even toasted after asking to toast it and the cream cheese has no flavor. It also took a decent amount of time to get the bagel. read more

We were hoping for good coffee and pastry in El Cajon. Pastry inventory almost out at noon. Got a couple of slightly stale donuts. The last croissant we almost bought was wrapped in plastic and would therefore have been soggy. A cappuccino had far too much milk. It was really a latte. The Americano was weak. They have coffeemate not milk or half and half. Service was slow, nearly 15 minutes. They have a drive-thru. One of the workers was leaving and tied up the machine getting her own drink and everyone was as much talking to her as working. read more

Cafe Bella - Counter - Coffee & Tea Near Me - El Cajon, California

Had the Snickers and it was heavenly! It was like a milk shake. I can't wait to go back and have another. The employees were really nice too. read more

I've been coming to this location since they opened and never had a bad experience till recently. I went through drive thru and ordered an ice soy chai latte and a cheese danish. The person taking my order was the manager/owner. I tried my drink and it was clearly not what I had ordered. Long story short I get off and go inside and politely told the manager that my drink was wrong. I was given espresso and milk. He gave me the nastiest look, rolled his eyes and threw the drink in the trash THEN starts questioning me about what I ordered (I come strictly for the SAME drink every single time). I don't even drink coffee. He demands the barista to make my new drink and walks away. The barista was very kind and apologetic even though it wasn't her fault. The "manager" is completely disrespectful, he should be embarrassed to be speaking to customers like that, let alone a female. He's lucky I decided to keep my mouth shut :) I definitely won't be back again after that. read more

Drive thru with acai bowls, smoothies, and vegan desserts is my dream come true! I love that they offer a 32 bowl option and that the acai is not the overly sweet sorbet that is often used in other places. Can't wait to try more. Lots of outdoor seating too. A dairy free cream cheese for the bagels would be a great addition. read more

Cafe Bella - Bella Bowl (double toppings with peanut butter) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - El Cajon, California

First time here and still haven't received my food. It's been 20 minutes and still waiting in the drive-through. I will never come back.

Shout out to whoever was working the drive thru window this morning (Weds. 5/17 @7:30am). I was having a really rough start today and the customer service was quick and so genuinely pleasant that it really just turned my whole mood around. So thank you, sir! I ordered the california bagel sandwich on an everything bagel. It had Turkey, avo, bacon, tomato, and sunflower seeds. Didn't look like much but it was so bomb. Bagel was perfectly toasted and the bacon was warm and crispy. Definitely worth the $11 for me. For my drink I ordered the ice blended matcha. I've never had matcha with banana before, but it really works well with this drink. I thought the banana brought out the earthy flavor of the matcha while adding a touch of sweetness. Overall, I'm really happy with my experience here today and looking forward to coming back. read more

Cafe Bella - California bagel sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - El Cajon, California