I love coming here. The matcha tastes good, staff are courteous and the vibe is super chill. Highly…read morerecommend.

Super cute matcha place. This space is pretty big and I had came for a mahjong event. They have…read morereally cool decor on the store and looks like a really cool event place. I bet there is plenty of space to hang out during normal hours. Staff was super friendly and the drinks were good too. I came kind of late and got a non caffinated tea. Parking is pretty big but during the event time I'll was lucky to find a spot.

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!

literally delicious omg. Inside the place is soo cute, so lively with people catching up with…read morefriends or studying. Plenty of seating too. You can order at a kiosk or with the cashier so that's great. I ordered a banana matcha and it was sooo delicious. I also tried their strawberry specialty matcha and it was equally yummy. Kinda bummed there was no other dairy alternatives other than oat milk ): so I stuck with the regular. Definitely recommend!!

Spill the beans... Comic-Con may be over, but my caffeine quest is far from finished!…read more Nothing powers up my day quite like a perfectly crafted latte and their fresh, creamy avocado toast. Whether you're recovering from convention adventures or just need a little pick-me-up, this spot is always brewing happiness one cup at a time. Who's ready to espresso themselves with me?

$6.72. Oatmeal w/banana and almond butter. Great price point and a generous portion size, but a…read moredisappointing execution. Eating "here" out of a cold-salad plastic deli container (reheated), pre-made three days prior, was a bad first impression. Because no milk or water was added before reheating, the oats were thick, dense, and gluey. ​Order at the counter and hang out until your name is called. The service was spartan, order and pickup at the counter, though the cashier was pleasant. The shop is clean and they open the property next door for seating. ​ A buddy ordered the San Dieggo. He said it rocked. It looked good. See photos. A note on pricing (not included in the rating): ​Price the food, don't fee the customer! Seeing a 4% surcharge for basic operational costs, wages, benefits, overhead -- is unnecessary. Why use a percentage-based sliding scale instead of simply factoring overhead into menu prices? A business's operating costs belong in the food price, not in fine-print menu line items. Stop the pricing shenanigans and just display what things actually cost upfront.

I've been coming to Em Coffee House for about two years now, and it's one of my favorite coffee…read moreshops in San Diego! My go-to order is the Banana Matcha (it's so good!), and if you're more of a coffee person, I highly recommend the Spanish Latte. The atmosphere is one of my favorite parts. It's the perfect spot to study, catch up with friends over coffee, or even go on a cute coffee date. The aesthetic is beautiful, the space is welcoming, and the drinks are consistently amazing. I always enjoy bringing friends here because I know they'll love it too. Highly recommend checking this place out if you're in the area!

Em Coffee House (which replaced Cafe 86) is a trendy Viet coffee shop that offers an amazing array…read moreof coffee-based and tea drinks. I had the chance to try three of their popular drinks: the Coco Ube Cream Coffee, White Truffle Tiramisu Cream Coffee, and the London Fog Salted Matcha. The drinks were top-notch and beautifully presented! The drinks are strong, but well-balanced. If you're a fan of Vietnamese iced coffees, definitely give them a try. I do want to point out that their coffees are quite strong. For me, it's stronger than your to-go Vietnamese iced coffee from your local banh mi joint. I love all the fun flavors. They also have non-coffee and non-tea based drinks, so you don't have to worry about being over-caffeinated! The cafe space itself is very cute but often packed on the weekends. I love the decor and the staff are friendly and very efficient. If Em Coffee House (which replaced Cafe 86) is a trendy Viet coffee shop that offers an amazing array of coffee-based and tea drinks. I had the chance to try three of their popular drinks: the Coco Ube Cream Coffee, White Truffle Tiramisu Cream Coffee, and the London Fog Salted Matcha. The drinks were top-notch and beautifully presented! The drinks are strong, but well-balanced. If you're a fan of Vietnamese iced coffees, definitely give them a try. I do want to point out that their coffees are quite strong. For me, it's stronger than your to-go Vietnamese iced coffee from your local banh mi joint. I love all the fun flavors. They also have non-coffee and non-tea based drinks, so you don't have to worry about being over-caffeinated! The cafe space itself is very cute but often packed on the weekends. I love the decor and the staff are friendly and very efficient. Highly recommend!

My friend and I stopped by Lovesong Coffee for a much-needed caffeine boost before heading out to…read moreexplore Balboa Park, and I'm so glad we found this place! The shop has such a nice little vibe inside, and the baristas were friendly and welcoming. Their latte flavors are definitely bold and interesting, with combinations you don't see at your typical coffee shop. My friend and I each tried one of their specialty lattes and really enjoyed them. It was the perfect stop before a day of exploring San Diego. If I'd had more time in the city, I could definitely see myself coming back, grabbing a latte, and hanging out here for a while.

Find parking in the streets nearby, be mindful of timed parking. Otherwise, go a little further and…read morepark in residential. Got an espresso and chocolate croissant and even though I accepted the sparkling water, it wasn't there when I got my drink. The chocolate croissant was a bit bland. Overall, espresso tasted nice though. There is plenty of seating and an interesting stacked corner. The aesthetic is clean but does get a bit shadowed by worn out/dirty pillows back rests. It's a beautiful place with a lived in feel, nice and airy with plenty of outlets.

Pretty busy at 7am on a weekday but my order came out fast…read more Espresso tonic with yozu B2k 5/5

Came as part of their 9 year anniversary party where they were doing bogo on coffee drinks. I…read morehaven't been back in forever! The shop still looks the same. We got the Vietnamese coffee and my partner got the chocolate covered strawberry latte. The Vietnamese coffee has an extra shot (3 for a small), condensed milk, whole milk and a salted vanilla foam. I also asked for it half sweet which ended up being the perfect level. The drink missed the mark on having the distinctive phin drip espresso since they just use standard shots. The foam did add a nice saltiness to the drink though. My partner liked his chocolate strawberry drink. He subbed soy milk for $.75 extra. It did have a nice strawberry flavor but I felt like the chocolate and strawberry completely overpowered the coffee taste.

Hatsuzakura is a cute and authentic Japanese restaurant. All of the design details are adorable,…read moreand they even have a heated Japanese toilet! Their servers are always so sweet and friendly. You can expect a bit of a wait if you're going for dinner, as the restaurant is quite small. The main thing I would recommend on the menu is the omurice. The egg is cooked well and is the perfect texture, the sauce has delicious flavor, and everything complements each other well! The dish brings me back to Japan - it is just as good, if not better than the omurice I tried there. If you're craving a pasta, the guratan is very creamy. The chicken karaage, curry, matcha latte, and fruit sando are all decent, but they don't particularly stand out from other restaurants in my opinion. I always have a lovely experience dining here, so would definitely recommend to try it out!

Kawaii, oiishii! Cute (place), delicious!…read more And super friendly service. Love it! We'll be back for more.

Nice refreshing drink to beat the heat! The baristas, Valencia, Kurumi, Salas, and Lena did a great…read morejob with customer service, from suggesting a drink, preparing, and serving quickly. Will definitely be back!

10/10 experience! From the moment we walked in, everyone made us feel so welcome. They even offered…read moresamples, which made it easy to find our favorites. We ended up getting the Jasmine and the Duck Monkey King, and both were absolutely delicious--fresh, flavorful, and perfectly made. The service really stood out as well. Kurumi, Philip, Valencia, Alee, and Alice were all incredibly friendly, patient, and attentive. They created such a warm and inviting atmosphere that made the whole experience even better. If you're looking for great bubble tea and outstanding customer service, this place is a must-visit. We'll definitely be coming back!