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    Cargo Cafe - Centerside

    4.6 (104 reviews)
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    CARGO CAFE - CENTERSIDE ATMOSPHERE

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Protein Bowl
    Lys G.

    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.

    Nicole C.

    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.

    Michael B.

    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.

    Tiffany C.

    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!

    Power Up Protein Smoothy

    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 :)

    Menu 12/24
    Tiff H.

    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!

    Luiza T.

    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.

    Green chili chicken bowl
    Vanessa C.

    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.

    Todays special! Vegan teriyaki chicken plate
    Alexis J.

    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

    Outdoors.
    Gaby I.

    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.

    PB Solo, outdoor space, egg pesto sandwich + bacon
    Caitlin K.

    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

    Soyrizo Empanada & Cortado
    Jack M.

    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.

    Banana cream cake and chai lattes in the bag
    Alondra C.

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

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    amazing ambiance and delicious coffee eveything was great workers are very nice and welcoming

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    3 years ago

    The pumpkin spice latte was very lackluster. I want to like the drinks but they're just blah. I do really enjoy the smoothie bowls.

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    3 years ago

    Luis and Marquise are the best! They are both friendly, efficient and always greet me personally. I love this place!

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    Super cool vibe! In a business building but free 1 hr parking! Nice service and great ambiance

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    4 years ago

    Delicious empanadas, coffee and salads. My go to spot for lunch at work. Very grateful they are located in my building

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    4 years ago

    I like this coffee shop. They have a friendly staff and the espresso drinks are really good!

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    4 years ago

    The nicest people and great food and coffee!! I always come here on my lunch break check it out!!!

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    4 years ago

    The smoothies and coffee are great! Staff are friendly and helpful. try the Bee Golden smoothie.

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    4 years ago

    Favorite place to get coffee every morning!! I love their blended mocha! Their açaís bowls are also amazing!! Definitely recommend.

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    Jose, thank you for always putting the straw in for me, so I don't spill it. Hehe.

    Cargo Cafe - Centerside - coffee - Updated July 2026

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