I'm sooo happy I stumbled across this art studio in downtown Vista Village while I waited to see a movie nearby. Going to Clay 'N Latte was a greaaat way to pass the time! I'm always trying to find ways to tap into my creativity and voilà, Clay 'N Latte. It's been up and running at this location since 2004 making its artful imprint on the community. When I entered the studio, the staff were very friendly and helpful creating a welcoming environment for art expression. One of the them checked me in. Another one walked me through what was on the table and where to find things. I appreciated their genuine assistance throughout my artwork. I can tell it's a popular place with the amount of people already there doing something creative for Easter weekend. All in all, I had a positive experience. I just looove my Easter egg!! I'll definitely go back for the adult events and strongly recommend this family-owned business to the Yelp Community :-) FYI - They don't have lattes. read more

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Big shoutout to Amanda, she went above and beyond to help out girls bring out their creativity. read more

Clay 'N Latte - Our Oside Softball girls had a fun night being creative, Thank you Amanda for all your help with the girls! - Paint & Sip Near Me - Vista, California

super disappointed. they refused to allow us to paint a mug at 4:50 when they close at 6. they said they don't take new customers within one on hour of close (a fact that is not listed on the website), and even so, we were outside the hour mark. We only wanted to paint one handprint mug which would have taken 10 minutes. I was a repeat customer, but now I will never go back and will tell others. read more

Fun spot for a nice date right by downtown vista. Can feel a bit pricey for what it is, but the paint/brushes/clean up is included. I've been here a couple times and the staff is always very friendly and helpful. Make sure you paint each color 3 times for it to pop or it may look a little translucent! It takes a full week before you can pick up the finished product read more

Clay 'N Latte - Painted ceramic - Paint & Sip Near Me - Vista, California

I brought my five year old daughter here on a Sunday morning. First, the staff were SO lovely. They greeted us immediately, walked us through the process, and got us set up. They have so many ceramic pieces to choose from and even more paint colors. My daughter loved it. I think it might be a little pricey, but it was worth it for the experience. We can't wait to pick our pieces up! read more

I visited Clay 'N Latte with two of my friends on a Friday afternoon, and it wasn't too crowded. There were so many options to choose from. It seems pretty pricey, but I think it's worth it, especially if you consider all the paints, tools, and the general pleasant experience. The staff are super sweet, helpful, and friendly. If I remember correctly, we were told that our stuff would be ready by next Friday. They hold finished pieces for a max of 60 days, which I think is ample time. I would not hesitate to come back here. read more

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lots of pieces to choose from, decently priced, no time limit, endless colors, and a relaxing ambiance. i love this clay n latte so much. the staff are always so friendly and helpful, making the experience a blissful one. i have chosen to come here on my birthday for several years, it is the best relaxing and also satisfying activity! great for kids 3+ as well - you pay a studio fee + pottery fee and they host fun classes / themed nights occasionally as well! read more

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The absolute best place There was a miscommunication about our reservation and instead of turning us away they made it work. We did the glass fusing and all 6 of us had the best time ranging in age from 11-46. We had planned this event for my husband's and my 25th wedding anniversary and it was truly the best time. Highly recommend! read more

Everyone here is so encouraging and so very helpful. They will give you tips and tricks, help you "fix" your project, and will even offer great suggestions when you have no idea what you want to do. And then you just sit and paint. It's such a sweet, quiet experience. Love it here! read more

There are parking lots both behind and in front of the studio. Pro tip: There is a 5 USD flat fee for the use of the studio. This is half price if you go on Wednesdays. You can take as long as you want in the studio. So if you like, you can spend a full day in here. This includes all paints that you can choose and also paint brushes that you can pick from those that they have on your table. If you want to paint really fine details- bring your own fine tipped brushes. Also, there are no drinks available here, so bring your own drinks. We were told initially that they had planned to have coffee here. But the starbucks down the road shut that down. They start by asking you to pick your own ceramics from the shelves around the studio. There are price tags under each ceramic. We picked a dog, a gnome, and a giraffe to paint. There are also cups, bowls, and plates that you can choose to paint. There are a variety of ceramics. After painting, they do advise you to add your initials to the bottom of the ceramic, and they will fire it up ok the kiln for you. You get to pick it up a week later. We had great fun! And we will be back. I have my eye on the dragon Cup. read more

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good vibes, affordable, no time limit. came here on a saturday afternoon and were able to start on our pieces right away. there were a ton of glazes and supplies to work with and the staff were very kind and helpful. super cute date or hangout spot, would recommend! read more

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I went to pick up My pottery and called before hand, no answer, showed up an hour before they closed they had a piece of paper that said closing at 5pm( which is an hour early), they're were people inside on their cell phones and I told them I just need to pick up my pottery, all they had to do was hand it to me nothing else. they refused to give it to me. not to be a Karen but where's the common decency in people these days. read more

The only positive on this place are employees! Overpriced figurines, and no latte nor any drink for that matter. This is just a place to pay excessive amount of money to paint a dollar figurine for 20++ dollars. read more

Busy for a Saturday night. It was a little warm in there at times too. I was looking forward to having some coffee or tea when I was there but my friend said that they do not serve it, actually. She said it so because Starbucks is down the way which is a bummer. It's a fun and different way to spend some time playing and being creative. I can't wait to pick up my planter I painted! read more

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I've gone to Clay and Latte since I was little but recently I went again about 2 weeks ago with my friends. I attend North Coast Church and our small group went here for an event. We all had so much fun and want to go back. Its a very therapeutic and creative process. They have a wide range of things you can paint, so you can really use your imagination. Clay and Latte is great for events or just a spontaneous visit. Also all ages and skill levels can enjoy it! read more

an amazing selection and i had a great time painting my mug. a week later a stopped by to pick it up and the next morning I realized i was missing a piece of jewelry and so i called the place to ask if they could check the security footage to see if i still had it on when i visited. The kind person on the phone (Amanda) took the time to search the security cameras and found the footage for me. thank you! read more

Although this place is amazing and the prices and all are good, I used to go here a couple of years ago for summer camps. although it was amazing, fun, and they're amazing craft choices, the owner of the store was very rude and even framed me and my friend for something that we didn't even do. A person I met there once started crying on her way home because of her and made a call to this place and made a complaint about her. Instead of professionally addressing the problem or even giving solutions she framed me and my friend for somewhat reason? the next day she was telling me that it wasn't us. what a coincidence. read more

Expensive Granddaughter who loves crafts loved it The staff were very polite and helpful It was a fun treat probably won't bring grandson back though read more

I absolutely love this place as a 30 year-old! I see that kids and teens have a blast, too! My wife and I came here at 4PM on a Saturday, and it was packed inside and outside. We took our time picking the pieces we wanted to paint, so when we finally chose, people had left and cleared some tables for us. You can come paint alone, with someone, or even have a birthday party here! It does get very loud inside when it is busy or there is a birthday, so I recommend bringing headphones or earplugs...seriously. You can use as many different colors as you want, and take as long as you want painting. When you are done, you bring it to the counter, pay, leave the item(s) with them, and come back in one week to pick up the final product! They have to fire-glaze it so it gets brighter in color and hardens into a beautiful, glossy looking item. The final comment I want to mention is the pricing (which I feel is fair). When you want to buy a custom decorated mug online, for example, you pay for the mug, the crafting of it, and then the shipping. One mug like that from online costs the same as 2 of these, AND you didn't get to make it yourself and have these memories. I feel the price is worth the memories you make here, and making something exactly how YOU want it. The employees are super nice, the place is clean and organized, and they do have a bathroom in back, but no drinks or food (even though the name hints at lattes). read more

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I'm a wannabe crafter. Like the heart of an artiste with the skillz of a 5 year old. This is my happy place! I swear after my first time here I told my friend I'd work there just to be allowed to paint tchotchkes for free. Super cute pottery to choose from, loads of colors to use and a super helpful and sweet staff 10/10. read more

Clay 'N Latte - Pretty pretty baby planter - Paint & Sip Near Me - Vista, California

I love this little place. As soon as you enter you are amazed by the multitude of ceramic possibilities! From cups to plant holders you can choose your art piece to paint. The friendly staff sets you up at a table where you have everything you need to paint your ceramic selection. The interior is warm and inviting. It was like a peaceful place to get creative. When you are done they jot down your information and you pay for your ceramics. Then you get a date (usually about a week) when you can come back to pick up your art piece. So, this place would not be the best for out of town guests. They glaze and kiln your pieces to bright and shiny works of art. My niece and I had so much fun! We both would highly recommend this place. read more

Clay 'N Latte - My art piece before it was glazed and kilned. - Paint & Sip Near Me - Vista, California

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I've been going to pottery places for 30 years and NEVER has a place just lost my item. Clay 'n latte has and I will never be returning here. They gave me a refund but now I have to tell my son that while his sister got her item, his (the one he worked so hard on) is lost. Such a disappointment. Would NOT recommend this place. There are plenty of other pottery places. read more

Fun, fun, fun!! Wonderful selection on items to paint and great selection of paints!! Staff is super attentive and helpful. read more

Clay 'N Latte - Ice cream bowl - Paint & Sip Near Me - Vista, California

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I have come here twice with my family and both times we're so much fun. It's relatively cheap, with a 5 dollar flat fee for each painter plus the price of the piece u choose to paint. Each price usually ranges between 15-25 dollars, with larger pieces up to $45. With 5 of us for Mothers Day, it can get pricey, but it's entirely up to which piece you choose. It is definitely worth the price since everyone could have fun and be creative! Both times we have gone, it has not been too busy, with plenty of seating inside and a few tables outside. Staff is always quick to answer questions and very friendly, especially with children who may make mistakes and want help fixing something! read more

Clay 'N Latte - 5 projects, lots of variety and options to choose from - Paint & Sip Near Me - Vista, California

The workers are so helpful and so nice! Options seem endless and ideas are all around! The relaxed atmosphere was welcoming and a delight to be a part of. No rush to paint my chosen object, I love coming here! Looking forward to another experience! read more

My daughter loves this place and the staff is great and always friendly. We have been back 3 times. read more

I brought my 7 year old niece in to paint and the associate Amanda was very helpful and sweet. I love all the options to chose from and all the trust and freedom they give the customers using the supplies that I'm sure are very expensive. My niece loved it so much that she asked to be signed up for the summer camp the following week. She has a medical condition and needs constant supervision, so I approached Amanda and Becky to see if they would be willing to let me sit with her while she participated in camp and they agreed without hesitation. Then we invited my other niece to join as well. We are on day 2 of the camp and the girls are having an absolutely wonderful time. They've already made 6 or 7 projects of different media's. The lead instructor, Becky is patient, creative, helpful and so so sweet. As an auntie on a budget, I can't always afford to come here. But every time I do my nieces and I have a great experience. read more

This place is awesome. The environment is welcoming, pricing isn't astronomical, many options for painting, AND they host event nights using other mediums (resin, for example). The staff have been helpful and kind, and they honestly appear to love their jobs and work in a positive work place! (Please tip the staff when you pay!) Clay n Latte is appealing to everyone with an imagination and creativity. Young, old, single, coupled, friend groups, etc. I even saw a trio of teenage boys! (Without parents forcing them to be there. LOL) read more

Had a play date here for my daughter. When we arrived no one approached us to see what we needed. We had to tell a staff member that we were there for the first time so didn't know how to proceed. She informed us that another employee would be helping us. The other employee came and explained the process. Find a table, pick out your ceramic, clean your ceramic with a sponge and water, pick out your paints and brushes, sit down wait for your paint, paint, request more paint if needed, pay, get your receipt and pick up a week later after 3pm. We haven't picked up our ceramic yet as it hasn't been a week, but I'll post pictures of the glazed product when I do pick it up. It does get busy sometimes as the same employees helping you get paint are also helping other people get their paint, pick up orders and pay for their ceramics. It is harder to wait with you get children. My 2-year old daughter painted a robot jar ($25). I painted a bowl ($16), and my friend and her daughter painted a flamingo and a bird. You also pay the service fee which on Fridays you pay $5 for a family. When you pay, you are also expected to tip. The price of the ceramics is a bit pricey. It was a nice experience overall but I would not be able to afford doing this often as it put a dent in my wallet. read more

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Great place to make memories and have your kids and grandkids create beautiful masterpieces

Celebrated my daughter's 7th birthday here with her friends and cousins. It was about 20 kids lol. The staff was so nice and everyone had a fun time. Party room only holds 12 people so we overflowed the other 8 to the main tables. Would highly recommend. read more

I'd give this place all the stars in the world if I could, Thanks to Amanda. To start off she had the most amazing attitude, super helpful & a kind hearted person. Also being a first time mom & forgetting everything, I left my baby's diaper bag. She called my cousin who also painted & us. For her to go through all the #s and letting us know we left our bag behind was super generous! She let us know that it's safe behind the register. My second time coming here & everyone is super nice. But Amanda is and forever will be my favorite due to her actions ! Oh and the painting is fun !! Great place to go with friends and or family. Once again THANKS AMANDA YOU'RE AWESOME !!! read more

Took myself for a solo painting night! Prices are very reasonable, staff was helpful, and my pieces turned out great! Would definitely go again alone or with a group! read more

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I came here on a date for the first time after my ankle surgery in December. It's a really cute place with lots of options for painting. I like the weekend staff a lot better than the week day staff, the guy that works, Dylan, is really genuine and fun. I've been three times now and honestly will probably regular clay n latte from now on. They keep seasonal pottery pieces which is super cute. Pieces do take about a week to get but they have tons of people come in and out and firing the pottery takes a while so it makes sense. Pieces range from $15 to $50 ish, depending on the size. Studio fee is $5 but is half price Wednesday and if you return with your piece. I didn't finish painting my heart last time so I came back and finished it another night. I was on crutches non-weight-bearing the first time I came and it wasn't bad. I don't know if I recommend wheel chairs but it could definitely work. I'll add pics of my pieces later read more

Hadn't been there for a while and was pleased with our recent experience. The young man running the show was helpful and enthusiastic. The operation is very efficient. It's a bit pricey but offers an inviting (bring your own food and drink if you like) atmosphere that appeals to a wide audience-artsy individuals, families with young children, friends night out, small groups etc. It's a fun way to spend a few hours. read more

Recently started coming here with some friends and kids and have now gone a few times. Absolutely loved their 18 and up night. Big selection of items to choose from but my favorite thing are the girls that work there. They are so helpful and cheery and just a pleasure to talk to! read more

Cute little spot for a gay date. There are no lattes but they have a good selection of paints and pottery.

Love love love this place! Spent about 2-3 hours here perfecting our dishes and they were so helpful and friendly. I will definitely be returning to celebrate another birthday. 10/10 recommend and is definitely kid and adult-friendly! read more

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This was my first time ever coming to this kind of place, so I didn't know what to expect. The environment is very casual. It was a Saturday afternoon around 4pm and only one staff and a handful of customers were in there. A bunch of options line the shelves for you to select for your project. A variety of mugs, bowls, dishes, but also small animal figurines, dragon eggs that open, gnomes, frames, mirrors, letters, trinkets, butter dishes, etc. Once you've chosen your item and settled at the table, they'll bring you water and sponges with which to clean your item (making sure there's no dust). Then you go look at a wall lined with painted tiles, color coded and numbered. This is helpful to see how a certain color looks after it goes through the kiln (it will get darker), and how it looks with 1, 2, and 3 coats of that color. You get a little ceramic palette with six slots, and you sharpie the paint numbers that you want. You're not allowed to squeeze out the paint yourself (they don't trust customers to be frugal enough), so the host has to get it. This can be annoying sometimes if you need a refill, there is only one guy on duty, and he's helping other people check in. We really enjoyed the experience. It's really relaxing and calming, and before we knew it 2 hours had passed. HOWEVER - you should know that the name is a sham because there are no lattes... They seriously need a new name. The only coffee to speak of is a sad Keurig machine by the register with little single-serving Coffeemate creamers. Just so you know, you can use a pen to trace before you paint - the kiln will burn the ink away. But I wish our host had drawn our attention to a bunch of additional tools in the studio you can use to enhance your work and be more precise. As far as pricing structure goes, there is an $8 studio charge per person, plus whatever item/s you choose. Mugs are around $18-20. You pay when you're finished. There is also a sink to wash your hands which you'll need. And then your item is ready to pick up one week later. This place is right near Cinépolis, and could be an ideal pre-movie activity. But so you're not rushed, I would give least 90 minutes. read more

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Such a cute idea. My bf and I go all the time . There's so many options to choose from too!