I was recently in the Imperial Beach area and stopped by Trident Coffee. I went with the breakfast…read moreburrito which was made with a Gluten Free Tortilla, eggs, sausage, cheese, hash browns, garlic, and onion. It was absolutely delicious. I really appreciated how the ingredients were chopped up really small. They also had chipotle mayo available on the side but I did not try that. For the coffee, I went with a decaf salted caramel mocha iced cold brew with oat milk, 15/10. So good. The service was great, the gals working at the register were so nice. In addition, the place was very clean. My total for the two items, including tax was $23.67. If I'm ever in the area again, I'll definitely be stopping by.

I started coming here more often since they are now on Classpass. Everytime I'm greeted by Xavier…read morewho is a wonderful barista and gives incredible customer service. Being a regular at a coffee shop fits the small town beach vibe and I feel so honored! Also the coffee is great too :)

Katy's Cafe is a good spot for breakfast! The Picahna steak…read moresandwich is off the chain, yall. Get it. The chipotle is not too overpowering and there's a generous portion of meat in there. I loved every bite! Coffee is also delicious. Service is a little funny, you can hear the chef singing from the kitchen. But hey, that adds to the ambience! [this review was written in connection with a Toast promotion]

I was disappointed with my recent visit. I asked what meats were available for sandwiches listing…read moretwo meats. I was told the choices, and that I could choose two different meats if I wanted. When I saw my total for sandwich and latte, I said it seemed a little high. The cashier looked at the menu boards and said it was "pretty close". I was in my happy place so I just went along. Got my digital receipt where I saw a $1.50 upcharge for two different meats. I didn't go back inside to dispute it, but was annoyed. Then I tasted the sandwich. Overripe avocado, eggs overcooked and dry, and very salty, cheap tasting turkey lunch meat. I expected better for a $15 breakfast sandwich. My hot latte was just warm. I had happily started out on a walk and thought to myself, let me give Katy's some love... I regretted that choice. Their cinnamon rolls are very good, I'll stick to those.

A really nice little coffee spot on Palm in Imperial Beach. Although the storefront is small, they…read morehave a really nice outdoor seating area that's filled with plants, and the coffee they serve is super smooth and flavorful. I ordered an Americano black, my benchmark for any new coffee spot I try, and it was clean, had a good body, and was pleasant from first sip to aftertaste. The staff are very welcoming and friendly, and the atmosphere of the shop is upbeat and feels community-oriented. I will definitely be back to try a latte and a refresher soon!

If you've ever driven down Palm Ave and noticed the giant coffee cup building... yes, it's just as…read morecute in person The outdoor patio is such a vibe...lush plants, shaded seating, and a cozy, laid back feel that makes you want to hang out for a bit. I'm not even a coffee drinker, but I tried the iced mazapan latte with oatmilk and was pleasantly surprised, it was creamy, slightly sweet, and actually really good. I'd order it again! My husband got a cortado with 3 shots and said it was smooth, robust, not too bitter, and perfectly balanced. He gave it an 8/10. Big shoutout to Josh for being so patient and helping us decide what to order, seriously amazing customer service. And shoutout to Tommy for making our drinks perfectly! Super cute spot with great vibes and even better service. Definitely worth stopping by.

Worst coffee drinks ever! Bland and weak!…read more Ordered honey lavender, raspberry and banana lattes. We weren't able to distinguish the difference due to all drinks being too bland. Couldn't even taste the extra shots we ordered for each drink.

They open whenever they feel like it. I came January 6, 2026 at around 2:10-2:20 pm. No employee…read morewas there and I patiently waited at the counter for around 15 minutes or more. I even called the number over 10 times to reach someone but it just kept dropping the call so I left. This is actually the second time I've been to this location (October 2025) and there's no employee to make the coffee. Another time in July I was there and the employees had an attitude, took their time chatting, and the coffee was mid. Katy's Cafe down the street is way better but unfortunately it closes at 1:30pm. Skip this location.

This has become one of my favorite coffee shops in the South Bay! They make delicious lattes and…read moreI'm happy that they're not too sweet while enjoying the punch the espresso shots bring. Super delicious and addicting.

Great little spot down by our house. Servers were friendly. The drinks are really good too…read more My only negative has nothing to do with the store but parking in fron. The liquor store owners next door try to claim all the parking in the strip mall and harasses anyone who tries to park in any of his "reserved" spots

Amazing cupcakes! So many flavors to choose from. Really nice owner! So so friendly! I highly…read morerecommend for a quick sweet!

I've been here a few times and the cupcakes are good but I planned my day to stop by during the…read moreposted business hours online and at the door and they were not open.

This was the absolute best brunch I've ever had. We collectively got the gluten-free French toast,…read morea breakfast bowl, and their house-made gluten-free bagel, and it was divine. We also took home some baked goods. It's so hard to find gluten-free French toast and baked goods that are actually good, and these were UNBELIEVABLE. You would never guess they were gluten-free. The vibe was cute and laid back and the service incredible. Despite the fact that it was very busy, the food came out really quickly. I will absolutely head back down to IB just to come here again. 10/10 recommend.

I tried their farmer's sandwich and chose a jalapeño cheddar bagel. On it was sausage, bacon, egg,…read morecream cheese and red onion, and it was awesome. The egg was perfect! They also have a young man who plays jazz piano there every Sunday, so the ambiance is pretty awesome along with the nice weather. Sometimes it can get windy so bring a sweater, but otherwise, it's usually a really nice day to hang out with friends and family. I also had a matcha ginger thyme latte with oat milk which was just tasty since ginger is a rare flavor in coffee drinks. I loved it, and it was so good that I took an extra one home. The service is amazing, and on busy days you may have to wait a bit, but it's worth it. If you have any questions about a dish, don't hesitate to ask!

This coffee shop has been opened for 4 months at its current location. It's in the parking lot of a…read moremercado (can't remember the name) but the owner used to operate out of her apartment.. hence the name. The menu options were simple, i don't know if making a concoction of flavors was possible but it didn't show. I like bitterness in my coffee and this had just a hint of it. We tried the mazapán and Mexican mocha, they were both good. Again, i prefer the stronger coffee flavor so for me it was subtle but still good. The flavor of mazapán was there but again, subtle. They were not overly sweet which I liked. We also tried a s'mores puerquito cookie which was also not overly sweet and good flavor. I will be back and ask if I could have my coffee made stronger, hopefully this helps! Our total for 2 coffees (hot and cold) and a puerquito was $14.50 Food/Coffee:**** Service:**** Ambiance:*

Thank you so much ! What a caffeine saver! Just dropped off my parents at CBX and was about to head…read morehome when I realize traffic was at its peak. So I looked up a coffee shop. Of course all I found was Starbucks close by and I truly hate Starbucks for they're so acidic and I like more of the mom and Pop shop. Man did I hit the jackpot! Not only is the Coffee fantastic with some great original recipes but this bad ass coffee shop is women run out of her apartment "hence the name". Now I get to go sit in less traffic with a smile on my face and a warm cuppa Joe in my hand Of course I had to order two different recipes. I got the cinnamon dolce and the rosemary iced latte. They are both perfectly made with the perfect amount of coffee to sugar ratio. She also had milk alternatives for me, so I got both with oat milk! Not to mention her website was so professional, and easy to use. Thanks again I hope your business thrives! Can't wait to come back next time I need a good coffee close to CBX! PS I'm buying two rosemary iced lattes next time!

I thought I was being a picky customer asking for ice cream with shot of espresso on top, staff…read moresays, That's our House Special. I went with coffee ice cream to pair with espresso shot and coffee beans, no whip cream. Super delicious.

A local landmark. Make it a point to get some ice cream, hot or iced coffee. A must stop when in IB…read moreand at the pier.

Awesome service., Amazing food…read more Ambience fantastic!!! Love it and I really recommend it Prices are decent

Disgusting and disappointing. They hype the stupid little…read moreice bears and they don't have it, coffee is mediocre just like all the waiters there . Restroom is horrible!! Disgusting. Don't go and spent $70 for 2 when is not even worth $20!!!