Arrived just before 6:30am and I'm surprised that this place opens at 5am. Most coffee shops in SD open later. Friendly service and helpful with the menu. The coffee was delicious! read more

Cali Cafe - Extensive menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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After a dental procedure my mouth was still numb. I was told I could eat anything but last time I bit my lip and cheek. I opted for a smoothie but was looking for a smaller business not a corporately owned business. They had a lot of different options for smoothies and add ons as well as açaí bowls and coffee drinks. I chose the Açaí heaven; açaí, strawberry, banana and apple juice. Pretty standard smoothie but very smooth and tasty, the açaí came thru the most. Service was very friendly, there's a dedicated parking lot as well as street parking. It's a stand alone shack located across the street from CVS on Sandrock road. There were a few seats out front where a couple of people sat but mostly it's to go. read more

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I stopped in for a protein smoothie - it was so fresh! I got the oat milk smoothie with whey and peanut butter. The service is relatively fast considering it is all made from scratch, but it does get bust. There is a small picnic table for sitting, but it is likely best to get it to go! read more

Cali Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

It's such a cute lil coffee shop just around the corner from my sons house The coffee I got was amazing (coconut macchiato) it wasn't overly sweet it was just perfect read more

Cali Cafe - Coconut macchiato - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Strong coffee, friendly service, and great options. Enjoyed a flavored cold brew and I wish I went back during my stay.

Smoothies taste was off like something went bad. We got two smoothies to go and threw both out down the sink.

This place is an awesome neighborhood gem, I'm jealous of the homes within walking distance! I go here at least twice a week for a frappe (thats 100 times better than Starbucks) and either an açai bowl or sandwich. Highly recommend! read more

Cali Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Omg YUM! I got the Nutty Madness and it did not disappoint. It is the perfect blend of peanut butter, protein and I had them add something to reduce anxiety and stress. Jenny was friendly and had great customer service ! I will be back to try other smoothies. There was a bit of a rancid smell near the shop like it smelled almost like trash or sewer. I hope it does not smell like that all the time. read more

Cali Cafe - Jenny the girl with great customer service - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Been here a handful amount of times! Doesn't disappoint, they have a huge selection of drinks which does feel overwhelming but it's a place you should try! Have only gotten their empanadas once and it was great! Service is also amazing here, always treated with such kind employees, love visiting when I can! read more

Cali Cafe - Salted caramel Vietnamese coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

HUGE thanks & shout out to Cali Cafe & Horizon Christian Fellowship San Diego for the sweet treat today! Ordered the snickerdoodle Frappuccino & it was such a nice treat on a (very) warm December day. As usual, the Cali Cafe service was top notch & fast for the amount of people that were there today! read more

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I got their green goblin and it was delicious. It was too sweet so I enjoy this healthy smoothie. I love how it has protein powder as well. I highly recommend this place for their coffee and smoothie. read more

Absolutely horrendous customer service. I waited 11 minutes without so much as a greeting or acknowledgment. There was only one person ahead of me, and one young lady working the counter. She took the other customer's order and began preparing it--but never once acknowledged me standing there. I've been to this place several times and never had an experience like this, so it was disappointing, to say the least. Maybe business is doing so well that customer service is no longer a priority. Either way, I won't be returning anytime soon. read more

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The cashier was super friendly and kind. I ordered an açaí smoothie and could really taste all the fruits. I also tried the chicken empanada; it was okay, though I usually prefer my empanadas a bit crispier. My order was free, they said it was on the house, they made my morning (: read more

Cali Cafe - Chicken empanada - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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The menu is extensive in a good way, I doubt someone won't be able to find something they like. The mexican mocha I got was nice and sweet and the empanada was a nice little snack to go along. Service was nice too! read more

Cali Cafe - Mexican Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Great service and amazing açaí bowls! I was in town for a girls trip and ended up coming here twice. The menu has a ton of options for food and drinks, and we got a variety of breakfast and coffee. The açaí bowls are full of fresh ingredients, and the flavor was great. read more

Cali Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Staff is Friendly, there is parking and street parking which is nice... Cali Cafe is essentially for a pick and go stop for coffee and food. I got a small carmel macchiato and it was okay. For $8ish? Definitely wasnt worth it. I didnt get to order any food/acai bowls which I wanted too but thought I'd save it for another time if I return! read more

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Very expensive and the quality was basic. Maybe they have some good niche items but as a regular spot for coffee and breakfast, it was lackluster. The smoothie I got was too thick and the flavor wasn't really balanced. The salted caramel Vietnamese coffee was super sweet as if it was a frappe or something. read more

Cali Cafe - Strawberry, banana, coconut shavings, coconut water smoothie. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

The staff is always amazing always makes sure your completely satisfied before leave. ALEX AND TAYLOR, JEN and Jerrin are great always makes my day read more

Cali Cafe - Ice coffee surprise - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Cali cafe is the best! The staff makes the place feel like home. Taylor is amazing always making me smile and has the kindest heart! Must go!!! read more

Cali Cafe - TAYLOR! Taylor! She is the best person always is welcoming and puts a smile on my face! Must go see her! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Food 10/10 Service 10/10 Ambiance 10/10 This place has endless options for coffee and quick eats. I had an açaí bowl and they tons of topping options! I would definitely recommend. Their menu is huge and the cashier was an absolute sweetheart! If I'm in the area I'd definitely stop here for a coffee or snack! Come check them out. You can thank me laters! read more

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Taylor is the goat! Every time she makes something, it's pure bliss and happiness! i would NOT be giving them my business if she wasn't here. come see ha read more

Cali Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

I love Cali cafe!! They're that small little feel-at-home shack in my neighborhood that is the best! Açaí bowls are always consistent and the best. Coffee is always great and the baristas always friendly and provide great service. Love that this little place is in my neighborhood and something to be super proud of. When guests visit us from out of town, they always want to visit Cali cafe over and over. read more

Cali Cafe - Cali bowl with peanut butter - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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Great Service!!! The young lady working was very nice. She assisted with choosing both of my orders. She was very personable. The items I ordered and purchased were great choices. I liked the flavor on the kombucha as well. The açaí bowl had a lot of fruit and nuts. It was a good amount for the small size. The stand alone hut was nice. I felt like there was a lot of menus to look at and decide what I wanted. Maybe a little too much? I know I just have to try something else next time I come whenever I pass by again as I don't live in the area. read more

Cali Cafe - Caribbean? With Kombucha? - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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A little coffee stand in a parking lot, this is a good place to go if you need a quick grab and go coffee or snack. They only have one little table outside if you wanted to stay, so if it's taken there's not really too many options. Their drinks are pretty good - I really enjoyed the iced vanilla chai, but their pricing is a little excessive. I can't drink milk, so I have to get alternative options. So for a 16oz vanilla chai with oat milk, I paid $8.75, which is a little steep for a chai latte - probably one of the most expensive ones I've had. So while it was good, I don't think it was worth the price. They also did a great chocolate croissant - warm it up a bit, delicious! Definitely a little slower to get drink and food here, so it might not be the best place to stop if you're in a rush. But a decent option if you're in the area and in need of a coffee fix. read more

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I'll be real don't go there often for one simple reason. My wallet would die with how good they are. Coffee on point, smoothies mixed to perfection. Hole in the wall so blink and you'll miss it for sure. I've given them constructive freedom when I go outside of my one food allergy. They knocked it out the park every time. Friendly staff. Hole in the wall but welcoming. Multitasking when visiting and the staff is always super accommodating. If you have a moment and want a quality coffee or solid smoothie here's your place read more

I've desperately needed to eat healthier than I have recently AND I was craving an Acai Bowl so looking on Yelp, I found this place. It's nice to know that the place has multiple different fruit bowls available. I pulled up, and was surprised to see that it was just a small shack with its big menu plastered in front. So I got a Caribbean Bowl, which sounded interesting from its description on the board. It's really good. It hit the spot. I'm curious about some of the pastries and cookies the place offers. So maybe I'll get that next time. read more

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Customer Service is awful. I use to be a regular over the past two years. But my last two visits, I greeted the heavy set blonde girl with glasses and she just stared at me and never said anything back. She's always rude so I brushed it off. The next time I loudly repeated good morning and no reply to a new worker. And I knew that'll be my last time. They're officially the same price as chain restaurants and there are plenty of mom pop smoothie/coffee shops so no love lost. read more

Got the hammerhead and it was good and strong. Also like their Vietnamese iced coffee as well.. Best part is they are not overly sweet. Service was just as good as the previous times I've been there. They were busy today but fast and friendly. read more

Cali Cafe - Reg Vietnamese (left) banana mocha (middle) salted caramel vietnamese (right) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

I like that they open early because I work overnight and when I get off, sometimes I just want a smoothie! There are plenty of options on the menu, which I love. Highly recommend banana peach smoothie! They have other pastry options too. They have ample parking, the only thing is they're a little on the pricy side, but it is a small business, so it makes sense. read more

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Great service and love the table under the shade to people watch. I came at a busy time in a Friday so there was a line. I got a sugar free hazelnut iced latte and the coffee quality was amazing, definitely worth the wait! read more

Cali Cafe - Iced latte sugar free hazelnut - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Sooo good this is my 4th day in a row having cali bowl. Just amazing also had a blended ferrero roche Ah-mazing and their breakfast croissant sandwich. Worth It!!!! read more

café Cali always brews up my coffee to excellence and provides a quality drink. I went by this morning in a rush, Jennifer made me an excellent iced mocha with some added flavors and exactly as I ordered. Shout out to her for her quick and great service. read more

This is the cutest coffee shack! Love that it has a parking lot and outdoor seating. I went with my friends and we all ordered different drinks. We got the chai, bear claw latte, and salted caramel Vietnamese which were all so good! My friends got pastries and I got a breakfast sandwich. Everything was very yummy and I love that they have a huge menu. The baristas were so nice and complimented my hair which made my day. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Craving açaí bowls.. they serve a wide variety of coffee, drinks, smoothies and açaí/pitaya bowls.. they are open early and friendly service.. they also have small muffin and pastry selection by the register.. oh and it's a small shack easily missed but they have parking lot and street parking.. read more

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Came here for an Açaí Bowl and never again... $18 for a 16oz açaí bowl and a coffee cake. Açaí bowl was about 1 inch of açaí blend and the rest of the bowl filled with fruit. If I wanted a fruit bowl I could've made that at home lol especially for this price. This is my 2nd time trying this place, I told myself I wouldn't return after making the same mistake getting a bowl here 6mo ago, but after today it's a no go for me. read more

Cali Cafe - All fruit no açaí. Better off going to Robeks - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Great little hut in a parking lot. The service was very friendly and answered all of my questions. It wasn't busy when I went at 8am but I'm sure it gets they way. I ordered a large white mocha which had 5 shots of espresso !! Wow! Items came out quickly. Unfortunately the prices were really high in comparison to similar places and instead of making this a daily routine I unfortunately will only come here if in the neighborhood. The prices on the bowls were not feasible and I know it's a small business but.... read more

Cali Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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I really really wanted to like the coffee here. Cali Cafe is a small shop with literally one table outside for seating so most people take their food and drinks to go. I ordered the Toffee Nut Latte and it had the oddest taste - nothing like toffee nut I've had anywhere else. Additionally there was a burnt sort of taste to the coffee so I'm not sure if the temperature was set correctly for brewing. On the bright side, I would say the employees working were super friendly and kind. Just not sure I would go back based on the coffee. read more

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Walked in for my first visit this morning and was shocked to see the cheapest smoothie was $8. I get inflation, but that's just ridiculous. The worst part? The smoothie tasted awful -- bland at first, with a weird dirt aftertaste that just wouldn't quit. We tried to swap it for something else, but they refused a refund. Magic potion? No. Tragic potion. I do not recommend it! Drinking this felt like a personal attack. They really charged me $8 to ruin my morning. read more

Came here early morning before my class because it looked pet friendly based on the cafes setup. There's one tiny table for two right up front and the whole cafe is in a parking lot (almost). When we showed up right at opening, there was one barista freezing her socks off bc it was cold AF. I accidentally ended up ordered an empanada, a hot drink, and a green goblin while my SO ordered a bagel and a coffee. The coffee was surprising very delicious! And I loved the green goblin giving me my fruit and veggie fix during a weekend away from home. Prices are a little higher but you really do get what you pay for! read more

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Small shop, only one table place to sit with 4 chairs. The place is a bit hidden if you're not paying attention. I tried the protein shake "nutty madness" and a blueberry muffin. $16. I think it is a bit over priced for the muffin(they are made a French bakery/not on site). The smoothie was pretty delicious. Overall, I'd give the place another shot. read more

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