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    Chikita Cafe

    4.6 (166 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Open 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating
    Good for working

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    The Nutella donut
    Desideseos A.

    If you're looking for a cute coffee cafe that has a down-to-earth vibe, then I recommend you try Chikita Cafe. The service was fast and friendly, and the decor was super cute. I had the banana matcha with chocolate krispies. It was excellent, but I think I'd leave off the krispies next time. My daughter said the Nutella donut was yummy. I didn't try it, but I saw several people ordering a bag to go. A couple suggestions to the owners: Create a customer loyalty card customers can have punched with each visit. Think about playing some great music on the patio. I did take a photo with the Selena painting, so maybe some of her music. We will definitely make a return visit to Chikita Cafe in Barrio Logan

    Carmen V.

    My favorite stop for Mexican mocha when in Barrio Logan! I took my bestie yesterday to enjoy some time together before she goes back to full working mode next week. We had a great time browsing all the cool gadgets, toys, purses, hats, everthing and their mochas are excellent! The best, though, is the Latin music and those pink tables outside at the entrance where we could spend a great time drawing and talking with another guy who was also drawing (furniture for his own creations!). We actually got to talk to people and had an excellent time. The girls working there are very friendly. I fully recommend this Chikita Cafe also if you like all things

    John A.

    Happy find!!! Stopped by this location after breakfast. Wife got the cafecito and I got the matcha. We also came up on a bonus dessert (which was so good). Service was great and place was really nice. Especially the HUGE table of stickers.

    Mikey H.

    Dang! I must be living under a rock! A friend of mine posted on her Insta about this place and since I was in the neighborhood, I thought I'd check them out and I needed a caffeine boost! It's a great little spot! It's also a retail shop with some cool things, but the coffee is a real winner. I didn't want anything extravagant so I got the brown sugar latte with cinnamon....really good! Staff is friendly! I love the outdoor seating with umbrellas. I also like how some of the customers drive up to the driveway and hope outta their cars to get coffee. Can't wait to return! Cako Approves!

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    Ana F.

    Again on our journey to try a new coffee place we found Chikita Cafe. What a fun looking little place. It kinda looks like it was a car garage place at one point and now transformed into this adorable little Hispanic run cafe. They sell a lot of items outside of coffee, like stickers, mugs, candy and purses. If you want to try a pastry with your coffee they have that too. We came kinda early so their pastry selection was low and was being filled about 10 minutes after we ordered. Service was friendly and we got our lattes in a normal amount of time. I ordered the iced banana chai. Wow what a great taste of banana and espresso happily living together in a cup. I highly recommend it. My son in law got the iced little bunny that had the flavors of tres leches with a strawberry foam and sprinkled with fruity pebbles. My daughter had the iced banana caramel latte and ordered it with a banana foam. My daughter and I both liked the banana chai the best. I will go back again for sure. You can temporarily park in the driveway or surrounding street parking and they have a few tables for outside seating.

    Alondra J.

    CHIKITA Cafe is such a vibe! The coffee is STRONG exactly what I needed to wake me up. My dog loved it too (big bonus for being super dog friendly ). The whole place screams Mexican culture, and I'm here for it. From the menu to the cute things they sell, everything feels authentic and full of heart. If you're in Barrio Logan, you HAVE to check it out. Great coffee, good vibes, and just an all-around cool spot. I'll definitely be back!

    Molida C.

    My friend recommended this place, and it did not disappoint! We got a Oreo frap, iced mango lemonade & strawberry matcha. Drinks were bomb and of course the decor was so cute :)

    This place was so cute! They were really welcoming and patient with us because it was our first time here. We got to browse the store while waiting for our coffee and bagel. They have a lot of different trinkets available. I would highly recommend if you are in the area.

    Gina G.

    The coffee was mediocre at best, nothing special. I initially asked the barista for a cookie butter latte, and she flat-out said they didn't sell it. Then another barista chimed in, saying, "Oh, we don't have it today." Confused, I asked if they had anything similar, and the first barista dismissively said, "I don't know." Not helpful at all. I ended up ordering "The Santa," which was mint-flavored and just okay. The worst part was when I asked if their Labubu figures were authentic since they were priced at $30. Instead of giving a clear answer, the barista became super defensive and rude, snapping that they were "authentic." Against my better judgment, I bought one, and it's fake. It feels incredibly scammy to charge premium prices for somethung that is not a genuine products If they're fake, just own it and price them accordingly! This kind of dishonesty is unacceptable, especially when running a business. Edit to add, they blocked me on socials rather than reach out! Speaks volumes about how you run your business! You like scamming customers

    Kristina R.

    I ordered a 3 leches latte which was really good! The spot was cute and trendy... Next time I would order by phone just grab and go though..

    Banana chai!
    Christina E.

    The iced banana chai is hands down one of the best chais I've ever had! Friendly staff & cute pink vibes!

    Little Bunny Latte
    Lisa D.

    I came here to support my fellow LatinX community and I was not disappointed! The shop itself is so cute! They have a lot of knickknacks for sale and some delicious looking pastries and drinks. I got the Banana Caramel latter with oatmilk and cold foam. My husband got the Little Bunny Latte. Both drinks were iced. What I love most about this place is if you like STRONG expresso like I do, then you will love it here. You can definitely taste the coffee in the Banana latte. My husband's latte was definitely more on the sweeter side. It's definitely perfect for the couple where one likes sweet drinks and the other likes it more strong. The service was good. I was greeted right away and there was only 1 woman at the time (the other lady came right after I got my drink) and she was working so fast and hard and you could still taste the love and passion in the drinks. It is also dog friendly here and they gave my dog a pup cup! If you want to support small businesses and businesses that are owned by POC and women come and enjoy a coffee here! I'll definitely be coming back!

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    Lisa G.

    Found this cute place by chance. What a gem! Located in Barrio Logan it has a little shop where they sell make up, Hello Kitty products, coffee mugs of characters, purses, stickers, hats and more. Their menu has a variety of choices. I ordered the Mexican Macciato Hot and the Iced Tres Lechea with sprinkle of Abuelita chocolate. Both drinks were amazing. So much flavor with every day. I love coffee and this place sis not disappoint. I can't wait to come back and try a new drink. The young women were super friendly and explained the ingredients in each drink I ordered. A must try

    Matcha with strawberry cream + Chikita Latte with pumpkin cream - both pretty good!

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    Drinks were good. Lots of cute things in the store will be coming back . The service good.

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    Por Vida

    Por Vida

    4.3
    (678 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $

    I'm a first timer here ! Great experience Great coffee shop…read more! Outstanding artwork! Nice and bright inside , great music and vibes inside Good vanilla latte ! Very tasty Very welcoming and very polite . One thing I loved more is they have a photo-booth ! It's so awesome ! 10/10 definitely recommend this place to friends and family Clean environment inside and outside seating

    WuzupWuzup! I was in…read morethe mood for an Mazapán Latte, so I figured I'd try this one out as I never tried this location and heard positive things about this place. Artwork is very beautiful and fits the Barrio Logan scene perfectly. I arrived with nobody inside the business minus the workers, you had maybe 2 people outside enjoying the scenery and their drinks. Not greeted upon entering the business just gave me that stare with not asking if I had any questions. I dont recall his name but he was very skinny, curly hair or wavy and i believe he had braces, but not sure if he was having a bad day but something wasn't all there. I ordered 2 drinks, I forget the other but it had cinnamon on top. The drinks were just hand on the counter without saying which drinks is which, so i asked which one is which. Didn't hear me, so i kinda said again and he pointed them out not in a nice or rude way but the approach of how it was handled was not friendly. How can you have Mazapán without the Mazapán crumbles which are very iconic to the drink. I just found it super strange and did not care for it. The cinnamon based drink was good tho, which I'll give them that. Experience could have been better.

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    LONGPLAY HiFi

    LONGPLAY HiFi

    4.7
    (94 reviews)
    0.6 mi

    The best coffee in california! Hidden cafe but amazing!!!…read moreMust try it. All drinks are all good Service is good Vibes are good Everything is good

    Street parking only, very scarce. No obvious signage, look for writing in the window. They have a…read morering type camera door system. Wait outside on the sidewalk (no exterior seating) and someone will come to take you inside. Do not ring the door bell. The theme is to take it slow. Each customer typically waits 20-30 minutes to enter as part of how they do things, even if there is open seating inside. Not sure if they use a timer to space entries but it seems consistent. They take one group in at a time. Interior: A few tables around the wall and then bar seating. Would not recommend for parties greater than 2, there just isn't the space. They welcome service animals, babies/children and strollers from what I observed. The music was very, very loud. It was difficult to hold a conversation. I did not see a bathroom. Ordering process: After seating you wait for a little bit for them to bring small water cups and a QR menu with a table number and a set of rules. They do not have a physical menu, you must use your phone to order. Cell phone reception was dicey and took a long time to load. They have an interesting concept where you have a digital 'tab' open on their toast website. Unfortunately you must provide your full name, email and phone number. They have pour over drinks (note these can take 15-20 minutes), matcha, Hojicha and others. You may only order one drink per person at a time. They have a small snack menu with rotating foods. They use oat milk only. No substitutions allowed. After mobile ordering, drinks take 20-30 minutes as part of their take it slow vibe. Matcha $8 is from Paru tea and was very good. Hojicha $8 was too milky and didn't have a strong enough flavor. When you are done you walk to the register by the door and wait to be checked out. If they are making a drink you wait until they are finished. I wasn't really a fan. Staff were brusque. Music was too loud to converse.

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    Flowers on the table
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    Morning Dew

    Morning Dew

    4.2
    (43 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$

    Morning Dew is a vendor setup inside Jaguar Paw during the daytime hours when the Barrio Logan…read morelistening bar is not operating. The menu featured various matcha tea drinks which seems to be all the rage right now. The same seating arrangement of the bar countertop and tables across from it was available if you wanted to hang out and chill. A sign behind the bar described the ceremonial grade matcha that was used with the region of origin and the flavors imparted to the powder. Five different matcha drinks were offered along with hot and cold coffees and lattes. The top three matcha choices were priced at $8 each. I chose the Ordinary Pleasure which was the first one. Pandan sticky rice milk and mango puree were added to the matcha and topped with a salted coconut foam. I wasn't a fan of the foam, but the matcha flavor was intense and contrasted by the fruity puree on the bottom of the cup. The baristas were very focused with measuring the exact amounts for each ingredient in the drinks they were preparing. The matcha quality seemed to be very good based on what I tasted so maybe it's why the price was $1 higher than what I have tried elsewhere.

    I got the Original Pleasure Matcha which had pandan sticky rice milk, mango puree, ceremonial…read morematcha topped with salted coconut foam. I honestly expected this drink to be very gimmicky and too sweet but was surprised when it seemed to strike the perfect balance. I could taste both the matcha AND the mango puree AND the salted coconut foam without one overpowering the other! What delicious witchcraft is this? The mango was subtle but there. The drink was creamy and thick. Such a refreshing summer drink! The cafe itself is super cute and quaint with a trendy, boho chic vibe. Baristas were super friendly. I would come back again!

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    It’s Cafe Thai

    It’s Cafe Thai

    4.6
    (27 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    Family-owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    FARMERS MARKET VENDOR (4.5 stars)…read more Apparently they are on wheels and they also have a shop in Barrio Logan. I discovered this spot at a farmers market on a really hot day and the drinks looked refreshing to pass up. Also, at this farmers market, this was the popular booth on the block with loads of people ordering. COCONUT STRAWBERRY ($9) - this was the perfect drink on a hot day strolling a farmers market. It was semi-sweet and refreshing. 2/3 of the cup was a strawberry shake/slushy (no milk base) and then topped 1/3 of the cup with a light foamy coconut shake/foam. SO GOOD. It made me want to order another one but I hope to try a different one and get the same wow-experience. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Until the next review...

    I came on a Sunday morning & they weren't too busy. I questioned about the taro in the Taro Thai…read morecoffee & it seems that it's not fresh taro but a power that they use in their taro milk tea. The barista mentioned that it is on the sweeter side. When this was mentioned I felt like it would be a good pairing because the Thai coffees that I am used to having are typically on the strong side. I also heard from another customer that the Thai coffee had a slight mocha taste to it which I thought was interesting. I'm indifferent to powdered taro milk teas, although this one in particular, I did not enjoy. It was thick and sludgy, with an undertone of medicine reminding me of pepto bismol. The color was lovely, but not the taste. I wouldn't order this particular drink again. The drink I chose was medium size and it was only $5.38 (or 5.83, I can't remember & I don't think I got a receipt) ish which I can appreciate! The top portion of the drink was the Thai coffee and I really did like the flavor. Next time I'll get a different drink for sure! My friend tried the Green Thai Tea for the first time and really enjoyed the flavor of it. It had a floral jasmine + vanilla taste, a little bit on the sweet side-- but refreshing and delicious. The prices are pretty good (coffee and milk teas) and they also have smoothies (which can be on the more expensive side $9-12). Water cup is free upon request. They also have only a handful of seatings, but it's a nice area to walk around. They have umbrellas as well, but they do need a heavier stand for windy days as I've witnessed it fall into a car several times. Other than that, I recommend checking out It's Cafe Thai in Barrio Logan!

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    Customer pick! Coconut Smoothie None Dairy smoothie
    Traditional Mango Sticky Rice
    Traditional Mango Sticky Rice
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    Dark Horse Coffee Roasters

    Dark Horse Coffee Roasters

    4.4
    (329 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    Food: 5/5 Drinks: 4/5…read moreService: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 I love the Dark Horse brand across the board, but the Golden Hill location has consistently been my favorite. The baristas are kind and efficient, and they remember my dogs which of course wins me over instantly. The location itself is super convenient: easily walkable, a fair amount of street parking, and easy access right off the highway. I also really appreciate that they have lots of outdoor seating and offer pup cups, so I feel comfortable stopping by with my dogs. I also love that they have a rewards program via Cash App/phone number/the credit card you use. It's especially convenient that this is all tracked digitally and automatically when you swipe your credit card. For drinks, I've ordered: The Champ (iced): 4/5 A very popular choice. I do enjoy this coffee and the honey flavor is lovely, but the cinnamon can be a bit strong for me. They use powdered cinnamon over the top, which from a texture standpoint isn't my favorite. I do find the cinnamon is less overpowering when this drink is ordered hot instead of iced. Salted Maple Latte (iced): 5/5 This is my go-to. Delicious, strong coffee without being bitter and very well balanced overall. The maple flavor doesn't jump out in an obvious way, but adds a subtle sweetness that isn't overly sweet or sharp. Interestingly, I think the 16oz is better balanced than the 12oz in terms of coffee/milk/maple ratios. Pumpkin Spiced Latte (hot): 3/5 I'm not the biggest pumpkin spice latte fan, so I wasn't expecting to love this. It does have a clear pumpkin spice flavor, but the texture coats the mouth a bit more than I prefer (likely from the pumpkin), which is part of why this isn't my favorite. For food, I've ordered: Vegan Donuts: 5/5 I thought these used to be made by a sister company of Dark Horse, but I believe they're now sourced from Nomad Donuts. They usually have 1-2 rotating flavors each day, and since the main difference is the glaze on top, you really can't go wrong with any flavor you get. The texture is closer to a cake donut. Super tasty and not too sweet. Almond Cake: 5/5 Delicious and decadent. Very light, sweet, and crumbly. This isn't something I'd get regularly since it's just a bit too sweet for me without feeling like dessert, but it's undeniably tasty. To summarize, this is a consistently solid location with great service, excellent drinks, and small bites that pair perfectly with your favorite cup of joe. This is my go-to neighborhood coffee stop.

    I've been meaning to come to this location in Golden Hill for a while now, especially since Mutual…read moreIce Cream is right next door. Sadly the ice cream shop was closed when I came back around 2pm. I found that to be odd, or perhaps it was open~ it was dark and doors were closed. But anyways, thankfully, Dark Horse Coffee Roasters was still open till I believe 3:30pm! (I went on a Sunday). They have indoor seating and a big space outdoor for seating. We found parking on the street, no paying needed. They also have a bathroom, which is nice, but most people don't ask for the key (since it's essentially open, only locked when in use). The door is frosted and you can see the outline of someone as they stand near it. I think it could be a little more frosty! There were a lot of workers the day I went and they were nice. The prices were good for specialty lattes and the guy informed us that both sizes use the same amount of shots (2), the only difference is quantity of milk! I got a classic, $6, 12 oz Iced Salted Maple (S'Maple) Latte. It was good, but I wouldn't mind if the salted maple was more flavorful. It's quite subtle! The outdoor space is really great for meet ups with large groups of family/friends/work. I think this location is really lovely and would recommend people to come check it out!

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    Chocolate donut
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    The Coffee Drop

    The Coffee Drop

    4.9
    (188 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    We couldn't be happier with our experience at The Coffee Drop! We were greeted by the owners who…read morewere incredibly welcoming and eager to run through the menu with us. The space is cute and certainly "cozy" (small) but the outdoor seating was plentiful and shaded. I've been vegan for over 11 years and this was probably the best oat milk cappuccino I've had in that time. Perfect amount of silky foam and the right ratio of steamed milk to espresso. And the monkey bread was a fantastic treat as well - fresh, soft, sweet but not too sweet. I only wish we lived nearby so we could come by more often!

    The cutest coffee shop with the most incredible workers. Love, love, love the service!…read more The thing that caught my eye was the orange latte and I'm 100% obsessed with any coffee that has orange in it. This one was so tasty and loved that it was an orange brown sugar latte. You would think it'd be super sweet, but thankfully it wasn't. It was absolute perfection. I'll probably add a shot my next go around. Cool thing they mentioned is the menu flips every few minutes. I forgot the exact amount of time, but that was a cool little detail. Parking lot is small, but you should be able to nab a spot. They also have outside seating. Can't wait to come back and try more of the menu.

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    Shop outdoor patio with tables + chairs and WiFi 2026 The custom mural by Panca in the back, as well as
    Shop outdoor patio with tables + chairs and WiFi 2026 The custom mural by Panca in the back, as well as
    The cozy shop Interior with bench seating 2026
    The cozy shop Interior with bench seating 2026
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