I really try and support small businesses and Chiefy Cafe falls into that category. Not to mention I've walked by it many times and have told myself I need to stop in. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a cute dog-friendly little cafe in Gaslamp that offers dog treats and indoor and outdoor seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They have a pretty diverse menu as well and opted to try the iced oreo latte with almond milk. While the final price came out to more than I expected, the latte had a very nice flavor and could tell that was some quality espresso. They also have whole bean bags for purchase in which all the proceeds go to helping animals - love that! And they are offering a free latte with a bag purchase. I will have to return and try some of their food items. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute little coffee shop.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great place to people watch too.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I came here a while back and had their sandwich, Oh my Chiefy on a croissant, and it was great. Today I came in for their bagel with cream cheese, and it definitely hit the spot. Service is quick and they are friendly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I came with my dog, and offered him a pup cup, which he definitely enjoyed.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Will be coming back to try out their smoothie next. read more

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Was in town for the day for work and my co-worker stopped here to get coffee and grab a bite to eat. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Staff was super sweet and they have wi-fi in case you want to work on anything.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered a small latte with their special house flavor and the croissant breakfast sandwich, it was really good and everything tasted fresh. Definitely a place you want to stop by if you're in the area. read more

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My bf and I had walked past this place a few times while visiting San Diego and decided to stop in for breakfast on one of the last days of our trip. I was really impressed with their acai waffles and coffee. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I loved the outdoor seating and I just thought it was a great little spot to grab a quick breakfast.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Chiefy Cafe - Gaslamp - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Service was great, Açaí bowl was delicious and the caramel latte was yummy! The directions that yelp is giving took me on a bit of a trek, but I found it finally. read more

Chiefy Cafe - Gaslamp - Acai Bowl OMG Caramel Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute on the inside and the coffee was good.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My sandwich was more toasted than I'd like it to be as it did have a char spot. Cashier was chill and friendly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice place for a coffee pit stop.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Wifey grabbed a cortado & I had the croissant. Customer service was great. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice lit spot in Downtown.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Dog friendly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Lots of menu items. read more

Chiefy Cafe - Gaslamp - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Loving the cute vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They offered to help right away. My cortado was made perfectly. The croissant was OK. Gave me Costco vibes. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Found the cutest spot in the middle of downtown![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My jasmine tea was perfect and paired so well with the warm cheese danish. Morning comfort food! I loved their menu, lots of healthy and tasty options for breakfast and lunch. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I also found my favorite spot to sit with a cozy outdoor table outside but set back from the street.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff were super friendly and everything was ready quickly. Looking forward to trying their breakfast sandwiches next! read more

Chiefy Cafe - Gaslamp - The front of the cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Asta, the standard poodle says this is her favorite place for pup cups! Coffee is a favorite of mine as well so it works out. Service quick and friendly (there will be a line. It's gaslamp and busy) [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small location with outside seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Chiefy Cafe - Gaslamp - Pup cup Cafe Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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Nice little coffee shop. Dog friendly. Good iced coffee and bagels. Friendly staff and not a long wait.

Outstanding customer service from chiefly cafe. I got a protein latte with a pump of vanilla. Simply delicious, it was smooth and creamy. read more

Chiefy Cafe - Gaslamp - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Chiefy was cute :) I was staying nearby and saw good reviews for this place so looked at the menu and was immediately interested in the moon milk latte! I came on a Thursday morning and do be aware the place is TINY - there were two small tables at the wall with high chairs and that's it. I got the moon milk latte which wasn't quite as floral as I expected, it certainly had an earthy quality which probably comes from the spirulina which makes it look fun. It wasn't particularly memorable, but it was creative, I'll give them that! It was the only thing I tried on the menu because I thought it was most unique, but maybe other options are good! The service was good and they were pretty fast. Overall I wouldn't seek this spot out again but if in the area, I'm sure they make a good regular latte. read more

Chiefy Cafe - Gaslamp - Inside; the only thing behind me is the bathroom so this is the whole interior - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

This is one of those few places that I can say is worth the money. $17 for a croissant sandwich is a bit much, however it was so flavorful! I was left so satisfied! The oreo drink was something like I haven't tried before. A bit... bland. It honestly kinda just tasted like milk. The s'mores drink on the other hand was delicious. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is pretty small so it gets packed pretty quick.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]However, there is outdoor dining which is where I sat.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Shout out to the baristas who held it down during the rush! read more

Chiefy Cafe - Gaslamp - Oh My Chiefys - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute place![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I got a dirty chai tea latte and the ham and cheese sandwich on a croissant, both were delicious! Service was great as well read more

I just moved to the area and was exploring when I saw this place one night. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It looked so cute and bookmarked to check out.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's tiny but still spacious enough.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] (I think there's seating upstairs? It looked like it but didn't see for myself. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There is outdoor seating as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]) I ordered the Moon Milk Latte and the Veggie Sandwich on a waffle because after asking, turns out the waffle is the only gluten free option they have. It's be great if they had that noted somewhere on the menu but glad to know it's an option. Both were absolutely delicious. The staff were also friendly and helpful, offering recommendations. If my espresso machine ever needs a break, this will be my go to in the area! read more

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Came in for a breakfast sammy and an espresso.....left full and ready for the day. Great selection of healthy bowls and sammies. Excellent service from the staff. There was a small line but I was still in and out in about 10 minutes. read more

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Great coffee, sandwiches and service! Definitely recommended. Have various healthy alternatives and gourmet coffees. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small place but with indoor and outdoor sitting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Actually disgusting. Disgusting service disgusting food disgusting coffee. Ran out of water and I was let known how much of an inconcinence it would be for them to go get it upstairs. Barely wanted to give me a refund for my water and then forgot to make my food! Was absolutely late to work and had to wait 27 minutes for my order. Baffled. Horrible service don't come here. read more

Chiefy Cafe - Gaslamp - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

I went to the Chiefy Cafe this morning and tried to drinks, the Matcha Green Latte and the Mexican Latte. The person I was with also had both drinks. The Matcha was good but I would liked it a little more if it was sweeter. We both felt this way about the Matcha. The Mexican Latte was better imo. I liked the cinnamony taste and white chocolate flavor. I would go back for the Mexican Latte. We got there right when they opened and noticed they have a small amount of indoor seating but a good amount of outdoor seating. They have bar stools as well as tables and chairs. As a shorter person, I appreciate the variety of seating options. The staff were super nice and the ambiance was really chill. I'd go back. read more

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Such a great cafe in SD. I always like to stop here when I visit for a great coffee and something fast and tasty to eat. Staff is super friendly and service is great! Parking can be a little difficult to find since it is downtown SD but everything's is pretty much walking distance. Definitely recommend! read more

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Lots of good acai bowls in this town and unlike Chiefly- they "care." So before you go just know that the people ar Chiefly "dont even care" bc its literally their slogan. What business embraces the slogan "i dont even care?" What dont you care about exactly? Food quality? Customer service? We ordered 2 acai bowls. Standard acai, granola, fresh fruit. The acai itself was good quality though it was a little too sweet and they didn't offer an option to add protein powder like other place. Lost a star. Cappuccino is ok. Better than Starbucks but definitely nothing impressive like Parfait Paris a few blocks away. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Much better coffee and ambiance - bc i guess they "care" about those things.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] So another star lost. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Not a place to enjoy your coffee. A Hightop or 2 inside the small shop otherwise its chairs on the sidewalk.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] So yeah bad review - but hey, this business doesnt "care!" read more

Chiefy Cafe - Gaslamp - Dumb advertisement - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Popped in here for a quick breakfast while visiting from out of town & really enjoyed everything - nice service, great food & drink, & good tunes playing. My husband & I ordered the Moon Milk Latte, the Viennese Latte, & we split the Oh My Chiefy sandwich (ordered without the cheese). Yes the sandwich was $17 but it was completely worth it in my opinion - soooo delicious, high quality, & enough for 2 people to split - it was the perfect amount for my husband & me anyway. I also really liked supporting this place because it's an independent & dog-friendly business. I highly recommend it & plan to return next time I'm in San Diego! read more

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Still one of our fave spot in downtown! (The picture is just a part of it, the full item is bigger ) all their ingredients are always fresh:) read more

Chiefy Cafe - Gaslamp - Acai bowl ( it is just part of it, the full item is way bigger!) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

This charming little café was right around the corner from my hotel, and it sort of became my go-to caffeine spot during my visit to San Diego. I am a sucker for these tiny sorts of hole-in-the-wall places, and this one was quite charming. Just a couple of seats inside, and a few tables and chairs outdoor on the patio and sidewalk. The menu has all the espresso basics, along with some very good café specialties. I'd recommend the Mexicana Mocha! Plus, while I didn't get a chance to eat here, there are some tasty looking pastries and a few breakfast entrees on offer, as well. Prices were pretty decent, the overall vibe was very chill and open, and the staff were quite friendly. It can get a little backed up if there are a few people in line, but that's no big worry. And I won't even bother talking about parking, since if you're in this part of town, you had better be walking over anyway. All in all, a fun spot that got me my coffee fix. Definitely worth a visit if you're spending your mornings in the Gaslamp Quarter. read more

Okay, this place deserves so much praise. It's pretty lowkey, so I admittedly walked past it a few times, but WOW am I glad that we eventually stopped and gave Chiefy a shot. The protein latte, alone, is worth going out of your way to try. I have since started trying to replicate this drink at home, but it just doesn't taste as good as how they do it at Chiefy Cafe. I also love their Mexican Latte - honestly, there were other drinks that I wish I could have tried, but it's a good reason to come back. Expect to wait a bit here. They are popular and people can order online for pickup, so they seem to be kept pretty busy throughout the day. Though I didn't try the food, I definitely would if I had the chance another time. Lots of breakfast and light bite options. The interior is small and this isn't really a place to stay and hangout. There's street parking available, but it can be tricky in this part of town. read more

Chiefy Cafe - Gaslamp - Protein Latte and Mexican Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Service is excellent. They have Turkish coffee! Not many places do. I came with 4 kids. They gave the kids a freebie cup with the left overs after blending the drinks. I really appreciate that compared to throwing it away. It helps increase customer satisfaction and limit waste. I applaud the barista. We thought the decor was cure and the little sayings on each of the cup was witty. We walked here from another establishment so no idea about parking. read more

I love Chiefy Café! Their coffee beans are the best in all of San Diego! The "Oh my Chiefy" is my favorite sandwich there!!!

Saw good reviews for this spot and others were raving about the acai bowl. I must admit I've never actually ordered one before, so I decided this would be the time I finally try it out. And it is delicious! Super fresh fruit and crunchy homemade granola pairs perfectly with the acai. It's a small cafe/coffee shop with limited seating inside/outside, and only one lady was working when I went so it can take awhile if there's a lot of orders ahead of you. read more

Chiefy Cafe - Gaslamp - Acai bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

[[HIGHLIGHT]]This place is cute, clean, and simple.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The employee who was working when I visited was friendly and attentive. I got a bagel and an iced mocha that I asked to be half sweet. The mocha was perfect! Just the amount of sweetness I like. Bagel was toasted with a generous amount of cream cheese. My iced mocha and bagel was only a little over $11. Pretty good price for downtown San Diego. Would come again! Disclaimer - I had already eaten half of my bagel before remembering to take a photo. read more

Chiefy Cafe - Gaslamp - Bagel & Cream Cheese and iced mocha (I had eaten half the bagel before remembering to take a photo) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

This is becoming my favorite coffee spot in Gaslamp! The OMG Caramel Latte is my go to but I ordered the Pistachio Dream today and it's equally as great. They have so many breakfast food items and smoothies to choose from. read more

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This could easily be my favorite breakfast place in Gaslamp. As a tourist, l've been here on two separate occasions and if I could, l'd go there a few times a week. I love their açaí bowls. They have a dish with a waffle and assorted fruit too, not sure if that's still on the menu, but either way the ingredients are so fresh. The gals behind the counter are friendly and patient. It's quite a small establishment, so make it quick so others can enjoy or take it with you. read more

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12.00 avocado toast **** 4.50 regular coffee li'l weak** 6.50 Spanish coffee, good*** read more

The Avocado Toast is very good and looks pretty with how they presented it. The coffee we ordered was also pretty good but my husband wasn't a fan of the "sediment" at the bottle of his hot coffee (Moon Milk) but I wouldn't let that stop you from ordered it :) Service was friendly and welcoming. Place also was very clean. It's off the path of all the hustle of Gaslamp but that makes it a quiet little area to sit in the morning. read more

Chiefy Cafe - Gaslamp - Sign out front - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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Cute little cafe that we found while strolling through Gaslamp after weekday brunch. Order at the counter from friendly cashier, and there is seating available if you want to hang around. Honey lavender latte ($6.50) Viennese latte ($6) Both had a nice smooth flavor. Interestingly, the lattes were not hot. Technically, they were the right temperature to immediately start drinking. But we were chatting and strolling around so the latte became cold pretty quickly. Perfectly fine for a warm day, but if it were a cold day, I would have liked the latte to be hotter in order to warm my insides. read more

Chiefy Cafe - Gaslamp - Menu - May 2024 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Kind staff, small coffee shop with limited seating indoors, but has some outdoor seating. The OMG Caramel latte was delicious and served in a fun cup. They were accommodating to my nut allergy & left the mayopesto spread off my breakfast sandwhich read more

Chiefy Cafe - Gaslamp - Drank half the OMG caramel before I could snap a pic it was that delicious - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

In A Nutshell: -Chiefy is a place you need to bookmark if you are looking for yummy food & drinks. -The young women who work there are so nice & friendly. -I enjoyed the Turkish Coffee & the breakfast sandwich w/ waffle. -The food is very fresh & tastes clean, not salty or too sweet. Overall, this place has amazing food, drinks & vibes!! Don't miss out. read more

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This is a great stop for breakfast açaí bowls, croissants, chai, coffee drinks, and smoothies. There is a self-order kiosk that is easy to use. I especially like the whimsical sayings on their cups like "I don't even care". There are limited seats, but...I don't even care. Staff is friendly. They open early at 6:30AM. I admire morning people. read more

Chiefy Cafe - Gaslamp - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Ladies in the front are nice. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Chills vibes[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Was hoping for more pastry variations but not their fault, it's not a bakery... available are: 4 different kinds of muffins, plain croissants, and 2 types of bagels. Got a cappuccino, which tasted a bit burnt and in the tiniest cup. That was a double shot? Hmmm The hot chocolate was more of a lukewarm basic chocolate. I mean the word "hot" is in the name. That was a major disappointment. read more

Sorry, not coming back to this spot. The matcha was not well blended... extremely expensive and not good. Sad read more

Chiefy Cafe - Gaslamp - $10 dollar Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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