Hours on Yelp do not reflect accurate closure. They close at 3pm, instead of the stated 2pm Monday - Friday. What a hidden GEM!! Why has this place not popped up for me whenever I look for 'coffee' or 'study spots'?! Cargo cafe is nestled in the center of the Irvine group business building and has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating (both shaded and not). This cafe is an excellent space to study, catch up, take business meetings, and all the above. They serve food, smoothies, coffee/tea, Matcha, and açai bowls. I had the chicken pesto sandwich, which was actually pretty good and the peanut butter cold brew cold foam, which was fantastic. The service is great, the space is very clean and there are restrooms available inside the building. Parking is validated for two hours and the view that you have is peaceful and tranquil. I can't wait to come back and I HIGHLY recommend you check them out. Big shout out to Bianca for providing exceptional and friendly customer service! read more

Cargo Cafe - Centerside - Chicken pesto panini - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

I thought this place was going to be better because the Tic Tok video made it seem inviting. I thought why not go check it out. It is located in Mission Valley in a big office building. Once you drive in, you need to take a ticket and get it validated. It allows you to be here for up to two hours so it's plenty of time. My Mom and I ventured out and once we got there, it was smaller than I thought . The pond next to it was nice and relaxing but we ended up eating inside. I ordered an Açaí bowl which was good but not fabulous. It was overly sweet. My Mom just ordered a bagel and tea. It is a cafe that caters to the business people that work here. Needless to say, I won't have a reason to return. read more

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Located at the office building. Pretty nice location. It is very clean. I got blended matcha honey which was SUPER sweet. Too sweet. I would adjust the sweetness level if possible when ordering... or get different matcha drinks. you could taste the matcha which is a plus read more

Cargo Cafe - Centerside - Blended Matcha Honey - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Stopped by when visiting a local business. Very convenient! Friendly service and beautiful grounds.

Amazing PB Cold Brew it tastes like a peanut butter cookie. 10/10 Service is very warm and kind, quality drinks. Only outdoor seating but very tranquil and clean. Food is okay! I got a honey and cinnamon latte as well which was mild in flavor - I enjoyed that- reasonable price, too. read more

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I absolutely love this place when I visited last I got an iced latte and I thought it was absolutely perfect. The staff there are so friendly their Brazilian so I was able to practice my Portuguese. They were very nice and helpful and patient while I figured out my order since it was my first time and getting to the place is really easy. They have a two hour free parking for guests and I absolutely love the back end where they have the fountain and there's water there's food trucks. It's in a commercial building for businesses so you'll see a lot of people on their lunch if we go around noon but the place itself is cute small the staff is really friendly and the coffee is really good. Highly recommend it. It's such a little hole in the wall, you can't even you don't realize it's there when you're driving but when you look it up on TikTok or on yelp, you'll find it. read more

Cargo Cafe - Centerside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

I like the place, the decoration and the outside seating. I ordered one of their Açai bowl but i was kinda disappointed, i wasn't expected that they used raw Chia seed and the berries were frozen ones not the fresh, it was very basic bowl. read more

Was picking something up in the office next door and stumbled upon Cafe Cargo at Center Side on a Tuesday morning, and let me tell you, it set the perfect tone for my day. The place was sparkling clean, and the vibe was chill from the moment I walked in. Old school Drake was filling the air, making it feel like the kind of place you'd want to relax at and let time slow down. A great pause to my hectic moment The staff was super friendly, which always adds a nice touch. The drink menu is posted on the wall or there are paper copies which made the process clear and straightforward. The place is located in a huge office building and they got a ton of options. Parking ain't easy. You have to pay to gain access to the lot. They've got everything from standard brews to some creative coffee-espresso blends that looked absolutely delicious. I decided to keep it simple with a cold brew, but I'm definitely eyeing those specialty drinks for next time. It's a small space with a few tables, and they also have a bunch of pastries and meals to go. It's got that cozy, low-key energy that makes you want to come back. Definitely planning on returning soon to try something unique off the menu. read more

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Great place and coffee for a quick coffee run! I walked here from the nearby Marriott hotel. I ordered their apple chai latte and it was SO delicious!! Also to add, they had a promotion where if you ordered one of their seasonal drinks, you'll get a free pastry! What a deal! Iwas so stoked I came, so needless to say i loved my experience here. Will be back if i'm in the area again! read more

Cargo Cafe - Centerside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Food is standard, pretty bland. The drink combos are weird. It's also really pricey. The service is good but can take a while since they service two huge buildings. Ambiance is like a coffee shop. read more

Found this coffee shop nearby my work office. Delicious smoothly and Andrea was so kind and helpful, great customer service from her! Will be returning everyday :) read more

Cargo Cafe - Centerside - Power Up Protein Smoothy - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Yes, it's in the business buildings BUT, don't let that deter you from coming! You get an hour of free parking in the visitor lot and Cargo Cafe can validate your parking ticket so you can stay longer if you need to :) This place is on the lower right ground level of the building and has a sleek and simple aesthetic. It being inside the business building it has the perks of being next to this manmade beautiful pond. It almost feels like you're at a resort enjoying the view and vibes! This cute pond makes it a perfect place to either sit back and relax, or to sit and study! Yes. If you're looking for a coffee shop to study, def consider this place! Lastly, but most importantly, the coffee and service are also good! Alejandro helped me out and gave me the scoop about parking validation. They have some cute and festive Christmas time drinks going on right now. I got the caramel brûlée (cold with oat milk). I recommend all around! read more

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Cargo Cafe is my go-to spot at work. They always have fresh, delicious food and amazing all-natural smoothies. The staff is friendly, the service is quick, and it's a great place to grab a healthy meal during the day. Definitely recommend! read more

First of all, it is within a business building, so heads up. Second, everything was mid. The acai bowl was not it. My husband enjoyed the pesto and egg sandwich, but I didn't. The banana brûlée matcha and PB + cream cold brew coffee were good and the best part. Great atmosphere though and seating inside and outside. read more

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Food is okay. This time tried green chili chicken bowl and was horrible. Stay away from this hot mess lol. And they give you a green chili salsa you add its not like it's mixed. The cheese got cold and hard it was just horrible to eat so salty too. Never again. read more

Cargo Cafe - Centerside - Green chili chicken bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

I work in the same building as Cargo and come down every Tuesday for a smoothie and a coffee. The staff is always so sweet and the coffee and smoothies are amazing. My faves are - Carmel Brûlée latte - power up protein smoothie - pb dreamin' smoothie - enlightened smoothie read more

Cargo Cafe - Centerside - Todays special! Vegan teriyaki chicken plate - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Great coffee shop with amazing outdoors. Friendly barista, love the great menu with vegetarian option -way more varied than most coffee shops I went too. The staff is friendly and yes, it's a pet-friendly place. Plenty of parking -rare for San Diego. read more

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Ambiance at this location is fantastic! Friendly staff and great music playing inside low enough for conversation to still take place. And an outdoor space that is the ultimate escape amongst a busy workday. I got the PB solo cold brew and if you're a peanut butter lover too, you'll love it! I also got the pesto egg sandwich and added bacon and it was enough to fill me up with a little leftover for a mid morning snack break. Highly recommend this spot! Cute little pair of ducks also hanging about. Will come back to try the empanadas and the salads look fantastic too read more

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Walked in to this place and was met with a very rude "we're closed" from the barista. The Open sign was still visible, all the doors were still unlocked and the hours were not posted anywhere. Not sure if she was having a bad day or if she was just really ready to go home but it was super weird. read more

This particular Cargo Cafe is located at the Centerside Building in Mission Valley. When you park in the guest parking lot, you get 1 hour free, which is more than enough time to grab and drink and bit here. I had a good cortado and a fantastic soyrizo breakfast empanada from a local vendor. The cortado was good with a rich coffee flavor and a good smoothness. It just was a little heavy on the foam, not common with a cortado. Like said, the empanada was great. The filling was quite delicious. They soyrizo was scrambled in with a very good amount of eggs, which made the empanada shine. The crust of the empanada was very good, too. It was crisp in the right places and had a good softness in the right places. The service was upbeat and friendly. They offer breakfast burritos, paninis, smoothies, and salads, too. Not to mention avocado toast and specialty seasonal beverages. There's a good amount of inside seating and a lot of outside seating. It is a very nice place. read more

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Everything I've tried is great. Staff is always friendly and the desserts are to die for! Love this place. read more

Cargo Cafe - Centerside - Banana cream cake and chai lattes in the bag - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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Grabbing a quick drink at cargo is really the best start to my morning! The staff are always incredibly friendly and helpful, and are such a pleasure to chat with. Cargo's seasonal drinks are so delicious, especially their banana bread and banana pudding drinks that come into rotation. A coffee shop in my work building could have been so mediocre, and I'm so thankful that this one is just the opposite. read more

Cargo Cafe - Centerside - Ambiance - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

I'm a new customer and I loved the service and friendliness of Ana, she is very sweet. The atmosphere is cozy and clean, and the food is very good. I will be visiting very often :) read more

A very beautiful place for a cafe. Nice pond area with outdoor and indoor seating. I ended up getting their halloween matcha drink and honestly was an enjoyable and fun drink to have. Service was kind and quick. We stat outdoor on a very beautiful sunny day. I'd definitely recommend to anyone that wants to try. read more

Exceptional Cafe with beautiful views and a ton of outdoor seating. They have food trucks all day as well.. free parking for the first hour, and then validation after that. :) read more

10/10! Amazing costumer service and the acai bowls are amazing. You must try the acai smoothie. The environment is very nice and seating outside is beautiful! read more

The food and service at this location are above standard and the onsite chef's can curate just about any meal for my staff. They are a joy to work with!! read more

This hidden gem has great indoor and outdoor seating. The salads are large and look gorgeous (I haven't tried them, just saw them in the gold section). I got an iced honey cinnamon latte and an oat milk latte. The drinks came out quickly. It's a little out of the way for me, so I'm not sure I'll come back, but I recommend it. read more

Cargo Cafe - Centerside - Outdoor seating - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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Nice little cafe and our food was decent, but a couple of issues to mention. We visited it in Feb 2026 and there were no prices posted anywhere nor was there any price listing available; we were told to ask at the register when ordering, which was not a good practice. Also, we went because the outdoor pictures looked lovely and peaceful--however, be aware of significant traffic noise in the outside seating area as the I-8 is near the property. read more

This has become one of my fav coffee spots! Everything I've tried so far has been absolutely delicious. The drinks have the perfect balance of sweetness while still having that coffee flavor. Plus they have a great selection! read more

This place is so cute. They have loose leaf tea on the menu which is unheard of. I came with my chef friend and his first comment was "omg the kitchen is so clean look at it". Such a great place!! read more

Cargo Cafe - Centerside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

This place is located inside a business building. They don't validate parking but if you grab and go it's free under like 10 minutes , I say that because that's how long I stayed in the parking was free. Plenty of places to sit inside and outside and it's such a cool vibe . The outside seating has a little pond which is nice to look at. They also have breakfast and lunch food items but I did not try any of those as they were out of breakfast sandwiches by the time I arrived. I did, however, get the honey, cinnamon coffee and it was very flavorful and made quickly. read more

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Super cute vibes and close to my office! Will be coming here from now on. Delicious food and drinks! Pretty courtyard with a fountain and boho decor read more

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Such a cute cafe tucked inside a few office buildings. Barista was incredibly nice and the coffee was probably some of the best I've had in a long time! read more

Food: Please try their crafted espressos, cold brew cocktails or super smoothies - all worth the admission! If you want a simple drink, they do that pretty well too. They also have great food options - sandwiches, salads, empanadas, and açaí bowls, all made in-house. Oh, and the seasonal drinks are hits as well, so try them before they go away. Service: Just the best people behind the counter! They are so friendly and try to get to know the customers; I can see why they have regulars visiting all the time. They make sure your orders are up to your standard. They keep the cafe looking its best and cleanest as well. I appreciate the creativity and craftsmanship/craftswomanship, especially in their drinks. Atmosphere: Came for the caffeine, stayed for the vibes. Cozy seating, chill music, just a great place to stay a minute or the day. Air condition on hot days indoor, or enjoy the fountain's water show outdoors in the shaded patio area. Hanging plants, wooden aesthetic, and color choices complement each other into one cohesive unit - well done! read more

Cargo Cafe - Centerside - a cold drink and a potted succulent plant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Who doesn't love a good salad! I've noticed they have no non-meat options for any of their salads. When asking for a Ceaser salad no chicken I'm charged the same price as if it had the chicken? It would be nice since they always have freshly packaged prepared food to have more options on the salad choices. Coffee drinks are great, however not always hot enough. By the time I walk back to my office my coffee is just warm. The Acai bowls are very good! read more

Coffee was great and the vibe was amazing!! Definitely would come back again. The water is super cool

I had a fall special latte - pumpkin and banana bread. It was delicious and staff is wonderful!

Awesome salad and service. So convenient and pretty view of the fountain. Very clean also read more

Great service! They know what I want even before I ask for it. The new team is awesome and their customer service is top knotch.