This is such a cute hidden gem coffee shop! So glad this is a great addition to the city of Menifee! Sooo much better than going to a chain coffee shop especially the one on every corner with a green mermaid!!! I had their horchata for iced latte and their guava cheese danish and they were both delicious! They have a cute little set up outside surrounded with pretty flowers and plants. Great place to enjoy your morning coffee on a date with my hubby and also looking forward to coming back with my daughters and friends! The young man that took our order was very friendly and pleasant! Great service! Just wish they stayed open later, other than that loved it! read more

Caffe Mercato - Guava cheese danish & iced horchata latte - Cafes Near Me - Menifee, California

How did I NOT know this place existed?! I've been on a mission to avoid the "coffee with a side of drive-thru chaos" from big chain spots, and somehow this hidden gem was right here the whole time. (I'm new in the area) Had a little mom + son coffee date at Cafe Mercato and honestly... 10/10 experience. I got a coffee so big it looked like it came with a gym membership, and my son was living his best life with the perfect hot chocolate. Everybody won. The vibe in this place is SO cute and unique, so cozy, artsy, and full of personality. Every table and decoration felt like it had a story. It's the kind of spot where you walk in planning to stay 15 minutes and suddenly it's been an hour and you're emotionally attached to the coffee mug. Absolutely love this little spot and will definitely be a regular. Must try! read more

Caffe Mercato - Mommy + Son Date - Cafes Near Me - Menifee, California

After a year of visiting Cafe Mercato, I'm so happy to see how popular it's become. I've now tried most of the well-known cafés in the area, and this one is still in my top favorites. I've even featured them on my TikTok because their coffee is often perfectly brewed. It's one of my go-to spots when friends visit--I always bring them here for coffee and food because it's such a cozy and delicious place to relax. My personal favorites are the Mazapán Frappé, the horchata, and the iced chocolate Oaxaqueño. They're all so good and feel unique compared to typical café drinks. I'll be honest--occasionally the coffee frappés can be a little inconsistent (sometimes more ice means a slightly watered-down flavor), but this doesn't happen often, and I definitely have my favorite barista who always gets it just right. As for the food, I've tried quite a few items and the Bella Panini with the tomato soup is AMAZING. Seriously--the tomato soup is fire. I used to be someone who didn't like tomato soup at all, but theirs completely changed my mind. It's not overly creamy and it's seasoned in a way that makes it less acidic and really flavorful. (Edit : Tomato soup had no flavor today April 20th hopefully just a hiccup ) Their pastries are also very good! The danishes are buttery and soft and always taste fresh. Honestly, if you're still going to Starbucks or Coffee Bean instead of trying Cafe Mercato, you're missing out. The only thing I'd love to see added is a rewards system and possibly an online drive-up ordering option--I think they'd benefit a lot from both. read more

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Great place to grab breakfast and sit on the patio. Get a coffee too! The patio accepts dogs. read more

Caffe Mercato - Lattes small and large - Cafes Near Me - Menifee, California

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Always love to stop at a coffee shop out of town. Friendly staff welcomes you in. Ordered what caught my attention. The one that had an outside sign that says toasted marshmallows latte! It was pretty chilly for this Houstonian..lol. Had to get a pastry that looked different... it didn't pair well with my hot latte. Love lemon pastries but this was a little too much lemony taste. read more

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I really enjoy the atmosphere at Caffe Mercato!! it's cozy, charming, and has a nice vibe that makes it a great spot to grab a bite. The food is delicious; I had the turkey panini and it was flavorful and perfectly toasted. Definitely a solid choice if you're in the mood for a good sandwich or cafe meal. One thing to keep in mind is that indoor seating is pretty limited, so it can feel a little cramped when it's busy. If you want to sit and enjoy your meal inside, you might need to come early or be prepared to wait. Parking can be a little tricky too. There's some parking right in front, but it fills up quickly. The lot next to Ross is the best bet if you're driving. Overall, I'd definitely recommend Cafe Mercato for the food and atmosphere, just plan ahead for seating and parking! read more

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My family LOVES this little coffee/brunch spot. We've tried a number of drinks and to date my favorites are the Pistachio iced latte and Horchata latte. The pastries are delicious, can't go wrong with the nutty chocolate chip cookie or s'mores bar. The granola parfait is good, and a serving that is shareable for sure. Hubby likes the chorizo breakfast sandwich. Everything is fresh! The service is ALWAYS so good here. The young men working here are polite, professional and friendly. It's currently my favorite local-ish spot. read more

Caffe Mercato - Iced pistachio latte - Cafes Near Me - Menifee, California

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Best coffee in menifee by far! Pastries are delicious and brunch was great. Definitely a must for brunch dates

Very cute coffee shop/breakfast spot. Their breakfast sammy is very yummy. I don't drink coffee so I cant comment on the coffee but it looks delicious. They also have delicious lunch menu items and pastries. The cookies are delicious and very soft. Def recommend for a nice Sunday treat! read more

This place has the best Chai. Hot and cold. This one is a dirty chai and it's amazing 10/10 read more

Caffe Mercato - dirty chai - Cafes Near Me - Menifee, California

Located in the 'Menifee Town Center' right off the 215 FWY, on Antelope and Newport Roads near Ralph's with plenty of parking. Besides specialty coffee and tea, they serve lemonade, freshly baked pastries, salads, panini sandwiches, and breakfast all day. First visit and I'm obsessed! I tried "La Chata" over ice, which is coffee with milk, horchata, and matcha. My cousin recommended this drink and I'm glad she did. It tasted perfect! I also tried their "Tres Leches" and "Blueberry Poppy Seed Slice", both so delicious. Prices are reasonable. Service was amazing. Shout out to 'Fabian', he was welcoming, friendly, and extremely helpful with the menu. The Café is clean and organized with a cozy atmosphere and patio seating. Overall, I had a great experience here and will definitely return to try other treats. read more

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You know the food is good when you didn't stop to take a photo of it for a Yelp review. This spot had some of the best, unique selections for brunch. You want 'breakfast' food? Done. You want pasta for brunch?? Done. We ordered the strawberry toast which was sooo perfect - The bread was warm and perfectly baked and the strawberries were fresh. I'm not a big sweet tooth, so I got the vodka penne pasta which was delicious and served with warm, fresh sourdough. The service was super friendly and quick!! It's a smaller restaurant but they have limited outdoor seating as well. Honestly sad I'm never in Menifee because this spot would quickly become a regular for me! read more

Caffe Mercato - No table numbers - but doggies!! - Cafes Near Me - Menifee, California

I went in on a Friday morning. The restaurant was bustling with customers. I ordered the Breakfast sandwich and a Horchata. It was absolutely delicious. The sandwich comes in a ciabatta bread with bacon crumbles, lettuce, tomato, and egg. Very tasty. It was busy but it only took about 10 minutes for my food and coffee to be prepared. The place was clean and the workers were properly dressed and groomed. Overall, good experience. read more

I dined here for the first time today and absolutely loved it! The interior of the restaurant is really cozy and homey. I love the casual and chic cafe vibes. I also really appreciated the service here, the staff were all very sweet and I love how they interact with each and every customer in such a kind way. I ordered the Mercado chicken panini as my main, with a side of carrot soup. It was so yummy and flavorful, with the perfect balance of ingredients! I am absolutely in love with the bread that they used for the sandwich. I definitely would love to come back and try their other items, including their salads and pastas. read more

We ordered ube cannoli, rosemary muffin, danish, turkey panini, carrot soup, strawberry matcha and horchata latte! Everything tasted so delicious with homemade notes. My favorite was the ube cannoli! The turkey panini was good! The carrot soup was yummy. The young guy at register was super friendly! Highly recommend! read more

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First time trying this place and was pleasantly surprised. Don't let the interior fool you. The cafe is fairly small inside with limited seating but there were a few tables outside. The food was really good and great portions for the price. We ordered their avocado toast and the mercato chicken panini. I wished the cinnamon roll was more moist and pillow-y. We'd definitely order their savory food items again! The iced pumpkin spiced coffee and strawberry lemonade was ok, not super memorable, but still good. Service was friendly and quick. Overall, a cute little spot for some food and coffee. read more

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We had breakfast at Café Mercado in Menifee, and while the meal was just okay, we also ordered a cinnamon bun to go. Unfortunately, it was so dry that it crumbled apart. I called to let them know, but the employee told me there was nothing he could do. When I asked to speak with the manager, I was told he did not want to speak with me. Very disappointing experience -- poor customer service and zero effort toward customer satisfaction. I do not recommend this place. The frosting on the made it deceiving. read more

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Menu has variety, i got the banana oatmilk and the coffee was good. Food was nice Inside was clean and cozy - workers were nice they just seemed a but annoyed read more

Caffe Mercato - strawberry toast - Cafes Near Me - Menifee, California

I have not been there in months. I used to order my drinks online with an average of 15-25 minutes early and 80% of the time drinks weren't ready...I loved this place, but I feel the owners weren't very caring of their regulars. I would go easily 2 times a week. Being a regular I thought the owner would be happy to have a regular come, bring students but that didn't happen. I would get my late drinks with no im sorry, we apologize...I was told one time to order earlier. I didnt realize ordering around 710am was too late for a 730-745 pick up. As a small local business I felt the owner could have been nicer to her regulars. I could tell she just didn't care. They do take a long time which is why I took advantage of online ordering. They also have a minimum on ordering so I would have to order more just to online order. I miss going there, but didn't appreciate the owners lack of business relationships with customers and their community. :( Happy yelping mis amigos read more

So good! A cute family owned restaurant! The pistachio latte and almond croissant were amazing!

The first place I got to check out in the menifee area. My friend had recommended this place so we went and I tried a few different pastries. The service was so sweet and accommodating but in a genuine and gentle way. They have a quaint setup indoor and outdoor so it was nice to enjoy our hot and cold foods outside. We ordered freshly blended and squeezed strawberry lemonade and strawberry banana smoothie. I loved the fact that it tasted like fresh fruit not just syrup mixed with milk or water. The smoothie had a more banana flavor in case you're wondering. I loved it. For mains my friend got a vodka pasta dish and I got the mercato panini. Both were an excellent balance of flavors nothing too salty or overwhelming. I loved the little panini grilled breadsticks she got with her pasta. Made for a good dipping in the sauce. I absolutely loved the tomato soup my panini came with. I've never had the soup and sandwich combo before and I liked the texture of the tomato soup in that it had no chunks and was smooth. Their portions are super generous for the price as well. Lastly for dessert we tried their tiramisu and 2 shortbread sandwich cookies. I forgot the official name for them but one had a caramel and coconut filling and the other was pistachio. Both were amazing. And the tiramisu was a giant slab. Metal spoons made it yummier I swear. Would love this as a go to place post school meal :) i'll be returning to try out other menu. read more

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Absolutely love Café Mercado! Every single visit has been amazing -- I'm never disappointed. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and made with so much care, and the drinks are just as delicious and perfectly crafted. The staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming, which makes the experience even better. The café itself is cute, cozy, and beautifully decorated, making it such a pleasant place to sit and enjoy a meal. Their pastries are not only gorgeous but taste just as good as they look! Everything from the food to the drinks to the atmosphere is top-notch. Highly recommend this hidden gem if you're looking for great vibes and even better food! read more

Caffe Mercato - New menu for December !! Yum !! - Cafes Near Me - Menifee, California

This typically starts as a coffee hunt and this was no different. Of course it was lunch time so that led to more. This little shop was a pleasant find. Business partner selected the Mercato chicken panini with carrot soup. She had the vintage turkey pannini not spicy, mine Italian club. Enjoy being able to taste the ingredients and the combination works well in their sandwiches. We all enjoyed the food and service attentive. The iced Americano another highlight with a nice dark roasted coffee for her. For this great meal find we treated our business associate to one of their chocolate brownies. We are not in this area yet we'd like to come back for more of their tasty eats. Thanks Caffe Mercato for a great meal experience! read more

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I love this place!! It has delicious food and drinks. I love ordering their sandwiches, teas, and juices. I come here often with my mom because the food is so good and the service is great. read more

Service is amazing, vibe is chill and perfect for meeting friends or colleagues for a bite to eat and drinks. One of my favorite in Menifee! read more

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First time here and what an amazing place with gourmet coffees and great ambiance. Highly recommend. :-) read more

Caffe Mercato - Cafes Near Me - Menifee, California

Friendly staff. Great menu options. The bathroom is super clean. Pistachio white chocolate iced coffee and dirty chai iced coffee were delicious. Grabbed desserts to go because they looked amazing (smores bar and Brownie). read more

Caffe Mercato - Pistachio white chocolate and dirty chai with oatmilk in both - Cafes Near Me - Menifee, California

I just found this place and WOW. Coffee and desserts are amazing!! We haven't tried breakfast yet but will be back.

Stumbled upon here because I was craving horchata and coffee for our drive home and was sooo happy to find that this place offers an horchata latte! I got mine with oat milk and I highly recommend it, it isn't too sweet and the espresso isn't too smoky/burnt in flavor -- it's smooth. Hubby got a white mocha w an added pump of vanilla and it's a little too sweet for my liking but he liked it! All their pastries, I'm assuming are homemade which I appreciate - makes the price that much worth it. I got the coffee cake and absolutely loved it. Super fresh and fluffy. The staff here are very friendly and welcoming. I'm 99% sure this is family owned because you can just feel the love and heart put into this cafe. Thank you Fabian and Ismael for helping us today. Cute decor and outdoor seating. Gonna make this a must every time we're on our way to San Diego! read more

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First impressions go a long way, it was my first time ordering and visiting Caffe Mercato and it did not disappoint. Staff are friendly and welcoming to new and returning customers, offering their menu to view right off the bat. The atmosphere is a very cozy cafe, perfect for brunch or a study space for students to enjoy. Initially, I wanted to come here to sit in for lunch, but I was on a time crunch. After today, I will be coming back! read more

Caffe Mercato - Boyfriend got a Strawberry Banana Smoothie, I got a Horchata Frappe. - Cafes Near Me - Menifee, California

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the foods good and the coffee is good and the people are really kind and welcoming. I reccomend them often.

Amazing service, and amazing food/drinks. My cousin had always told me this place was really good but I never had the chance to try it until a couple days ago. I ordered a dirty chai and a roasted turkey panini with salad in the side. The food was nice and warm and delicious, but aside from the yummy food the worker who took my order was extremely nice, unfortunately I didn't catch his name, but all the workers there were very nice. I will be coming here again!! read more

Caffe Mercato - Dirty Chai, Matcha - Cafes Near Me - Menifee, California

I've been here 3 times this week just for the pistachio latte! It's so yummy! The brownie is also amazing. My husband loved the guava cheese strudel. The cinnamon roll is really big but really dry wouldn't pay for it again. The ambiance is really nice, and it's always so busy there. The employees are so friendly ! read more

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Finally got to come here and have coffee I am so glad I did. My new get away spot just for me! The breakfast sandwich combo perfect. Presentation 10. Taste 10 Coffee 10 service 10 Thank you Mercato! See you soon read more

It's good just small but great customer service ! I loved my sammich I would recommend it if you don't want anything heavy :) excited to try their bagel w salmon ! Also their Arnold drink was so good I think they actually squeeze the lemon so it taste fresh read more

Caffe Mercato - Cafes Near Me - Menifee, California

This cozy little café is exactly what I needed on this rainy day. Some comfort food, pleasant service, and amazing dessert! It's a neat little package that I plan to enjoy in the future. Mercato. - you made my day! read more

Caffe Mercato - This is one of their beautiful desserts. I say try it and you will fall in love. - Cafes Near Me - Menifee, California

A must have on an early morning, cafe options are amazing and the sweet treats are delicious! read more

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I came here when I came to visit my brother and had the horchata latte and the mercato chicken panini. I still dream about the horchata latte! It was the best one I've tried. The panini was really good as well and definitely enough to share or save for a second meal. I thoroughly enjoyed eating my left overs and can't wait to go back! read more

I normally don't leave reviews, but I had a disappointing experience today. When the employee asked if everything was tasting good, I let him know my coffee was way too sweet and asked if I could get an extra shot to make it stronger. Instead of helping, he told me I'd have to pay for the extra shot. If you're going to ask customers how their drink is, it would be nice to actually fix the issue--especially when it's something small like adjusting the flavor. I left feeling frustrated, and unfortunately this experience really changed how I feel about this location. read more

Nice atmosphere with variety of coffee selections. Will definitely go back! Many sugar free coffee syrups!