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This is my favorite coffee shop in San Diego. This is a place for coffee and espresso lovers. They also roast their own beans! I love this place so much, their espresso is always on point and I've never had a bad coffee or matcha here. They also have wonderful seasonal drinks and create their own syrups. They create their coffee bevs with care and are truly good at their craft and know what they are doing. It's a lil community in there, love it. Service is good, great minimal little place with local rotating art. Although small, love working here from time to time.
Got the cold brew Moonlight White and it was pretty good. I would've bought some if I didn't already have enough tea to last me 10 years at home. Staff was nice and fast. Some indoor seating and good for studying. Small but cute and has decent street parking.
I love this coffee shop! I am a local and it is usually a great experience, which is why this visit was so disappointing. On 1/1/26 around 3:29 PM, I stopped in to get a matcha and to ask if they sold the matcha they use because I love it so much. The barista, a young gentleman, seemed eager to close based on his behavior. He did not greet me for a while while making drinks, and when I asked if they sold the matcha, he said no. When I asked what brand or type of matcha they use, he refused to check and said, "I'm not gonna do that right now." I also felt like he did not want to take my order, and I left feeling rushed and like I was a bother for asking questions. He also said they were out of honey, but because he seemed so eager to close, I was not sure whether that was accurate. It was not so much what he said as how he said it and the overall tone of the interaction. His behavior did not match the warm and welcoming experience I usually have at this coffee shop. I really love this place and hope this was just a one time experience.
Great atmosphere and good for reading a book or doing work as they have a good amount of seating. Minimal aesthetic with good coffee/tea.
As someone that's used to how OC & LA county make their lattes, I find myself disappointed with a lot of the lattes here in SD. However, this place has great quality coffee & latte art! I almost ordered another one for the road. I ordered a vanilla latte and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I loved that it wasn't too sweet and the milk to espresso ratio was well balanced. Also, pretty good spot for studying and the music isn't too loud. As for seating, there are tables and bar seating available. The only con is street parking can get a little tough in this area.
This coffee spot? A true delight. The music sets the tone, making every sip a revelation. The staff's warmest, gentlest smiles perfectly complement their thorough drink crafting. It's the unforgettable post-spin/yoga ritual that makes my mornings!
Food/Drinks: 9/10 Service: 10/10 Ambiance: 8/10 This cafe is one of my favorites in san diego! They have really good quality americanos and vanilla lattes which are everything for me! Usually I don't struggle to find seating! And just a good place to either catch up with friends or get work done!
I liked their flash brew, but didn't love the beans. Their watermelon dill refresher was interesting and enjoyable.
Small hipster coffee shop "tucked away" on El Cajon blvd. You can tell the baristas here are really passionate about their craft- every time I've gotten something it's been top notch. I'd recommend an espresso forward drink to get that satisfying hit of a quality pull (the banana latte I tried was good but way too milky/sweet) The pastries are served on a nice plate with gorgeous silverware, very instagrammable - and tasty! Lots of locals and regulars but even so I've always found a spot to work from for an hour or two during the week!
Favorite coffee in SD - hands down! Even with the NP parking. Food: - Vanilla Latte (Iced): 5/5 - Black salted caramel: 5/5 - Liege waffles: 5/5 Service: On the slower end depending on staffing. But still worth the wait! Ambiance: Artsy and clean aesthetic. Will be back soon!
I love the feel and vibe of this coffee shop. Doesn't seem like one of the "IG worthy" type of coffee shops and instead more of a locals type of place. They have a decent amount of indoor seating and outdoor seating. I got the "lump o coal" (black sesame cardamom milk tea) which is seasonal. It was an eye watering $7 for a small which is very overpriced imo. The actual drink wasn't too sweet which I loved and the black sesame flavor was there. I liked that they put actual sesame seeds on top which added an interesting texture. The cardamom flavor wasn't there though which was disappointing. Service was a little slow but not annoyingly so. They were very friendly also.
I visited this shop for the first time today. The shop is very cute. The minimalist decor with plants & some art work is super inviting. They have seating at the bar & at the entrance if you're looking to get some work done. The baristas were super sweet & inviting. I didn't try any food this time. Maybe next time! Shout out to the barista with the cool tattoos and potion shirt for the black sesame caramel rec. the coffee is sweet but still strong! I'll def be back.
Cute coffee shop! The drinks we ordered were a matcha latte and another latte. The matcha latte was tasty, but not enough sweet so it tasted a little bit bland for me. The person who took my order was friendly, so the service was good!! The drinks did not take long either. The seating was spaced out and simple. It hard seating so it wasn't a place I would stay to study or work from home for that reason. Overall recommend!
Lovely little coffee shop with good drinks and Friendly staff. They do also have a small selection of pastries as well. Just got an iced americano but that allows me to really get a taste for a shop's espresso and C&TC did not disappoint. The shop is on El Cajon blvd which means parking can be tricky. Either paid parking along the blvd or try and find neighborhood parking around. read more
After many visits to Coffee & Tea Collective I am convinced that they are one of the best places to come for coffee. Their execution is great each time! They are kind and welcoming as well. I appreciate the consistency and the effort put into each drink. I've come alone and with my family because the environment is welcoming and cozy. Great spot! read more
16 days ago
This is my favorite coffee shop in San Diego. This is a place for coffee and espresso lovers. They also roast their own beans! I love this place so much, their espresso is always on point and I've never had a bad coffee or matcha here. They also have wonderful seasonal drinks and create their own syrups. They create their coffee bevs with care and are truly good at their craft and know what they are doing. It's a lil community in there, love it. Service is good, great minimal little place with local rotating art. Although small, love working here from time to time. read more
1 year ago
Got the cold brew Moonlight White and it was pretty good. I would've bought some if I didn't already have enough tea to last me 10 years at home. Staff was nice and fast. Some indoor seating and good for studying. Small but cute and has decent street parking. read more
9 months ago
I love this coffee shop! I am a local and it is usually a great experience, which is why this visit was so disappointing. On 1/1/26 around 3:29 PM, I stopped in to get a matcha and to ask if they sold the matcha they use because I love it so much. The barista, a young gentleman, seemed eager to close based on his behavior. He did not greet me for a while while making drinks, and when I asked if they sold the matcha, he said no. When I asked what brand or type of matcha they use, he refused to check and said, "I'm not gonna do that right now." I also felt like he did not want to take my order, and I left feeling rushed and like I was a bother for asking questions. He also said they were out of honey, but because he seemed so eager to close, I was not sure whether that was accurate. It was not so much what he said as how he said it and the overall tone of the interaction. His behavior did not match the warm and welcoming experience I usually have at this coffee shop. I really love this place and hope this was just a one time experience. read more
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Michael S.
Greetings Ashley! Thanks for taking the time to bring this to our…
Great atmosphere and good for reading a book or doing work as they have a good amount of seating. Minimal aesthetic with good coffee/tea. read more
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Michael S.
Thanks for the kind words Kevin! Great choice with the Orange…
As someone that's used to how OC & LA county make their lattes, I find myself disappointed with a lot of the lattes here in SD. However, this place has great quality coffee & latte art! I almost ordered another one for the road. I ordered a vanilla latte and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I loved that it wasn't too sweet and the milk to espresso ratio was well balanced. Also, pretty good spot for studying and the music isn't too loud. As for seating, there are tables and bar seating available. The only con is street parking can get a little tough in this area. read more
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Michael S.
Thanks so much for the kind review Casey! We seriously appreciate you.
1 year ago
This coffee spot? A true delight. The music sets the tone, making every sip a revelation. The staff's warmest, gentlest smiles perfectly complement their thorough drink crafting. It's the unforgettable post-spin/yoga ritual that makes my mornings! read more
Food/Drinks: 9/10 Service: 10/10 Ambiance: 8/10 This cafe is one of my favorites in san diego! They have really good quality americanos and vanilla lattes which are everything for me! Usually I don't struggle to find seating! And just a good place to either catch up with friends or get work done! read more
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Michael S.
Thanks Sesang! We seriously appreciate the kind review! We also love…
I liked their flash brew, but didn't love the beans. Their watermelon dill refresher was interesting and enjoyable. read more
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Michael S.
Thanks so much for dropping in Han. We are happy to hear you enjoyed…
Small hipster coffee shop "tucked away" on El Cajon blvd. You can tell the baristas here are really passionate about their craft- every time I've gotten something it's been top notch. I'd recommend an espresso forward drink to get that satisfying hit of a quality pull (the banana latte I tried was good but way too milky/sweet) The pastries are served on a nice plate with gorgeous silverware, very instagrammable - and tasty! Lots of locals and regulars but even so I've always found a spot to work from for an hour or two during the week! read more
Favorite coffee in SD - hands down! Even with the NP parking. Food: - Vanilla Latte (Iced): 5/5 - Black salted caramel: 5/5 - Liege waffles: 5/5 Service: On the slower end depending on staffing. But still worth the wait! Ambiance: Artsy and clean aesthetic. Will be back soon! read more
7 months ago
3 years ago
I love the feel and vibe of this coffee shop. Doesn't seem like one of the "IG worthy" type of coffee shops and instead more of a locals type of place. They have a decent amount of indoor seating and outdoor seating. I got the "lump o coal" (black sesame cardamom milk tea) which is seasonal. It was an eye watering $7 for a small which is very overpriced imo. The actual drink wasn't too sweet which I loved and the black sesame flavor was there. I liked that they put actual sesame seeds on top which added an interesting texture. The cardamom flavor wasn't there though which was disappointing. Service was a little slow but not annoyingly so. They were very friendly also. read more
2 years ago
I visited this shop for the first time today. The shop is very cute. The minimalist decor with plants & some art work is super inviting. They have seating at the bar & at the entrance if you're looking to get some work done. The baristas were super sweet & inviting. I didn't try any food this time. Maybe next time! Shout out to the barista with the cool tattoos and potion shirt for the black sesame caramel rec. the coffee is sweet but still strong! I'll def be back. read more
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Michael S.
Thanks for the kind review Emilie! We appreciate you.
2 years ago
Cute coffee shop! The drinks we ordered were a matcha latte and another latte. The matcha latte was tasty, but not enough sweet so it tasted a little bit bland for me. The person who took my order was friendly, so the service was good!! The drinks did not take long either. The seating was spaced out and simple. It hard seating so it wasn't a place I would stay to study or work from home for that reason. Overall recommend! read more
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Michael S.
Greetings Lisa! Thanks so much for giving us a try! Sorry your matcha…
I came here with my daughter and wasn't particularly impressed with the tea, service, or ambiance. We stood in line for a good 5 minutes (there was no one in front of us) while the staff members talked and laughed amongst themselves. They were not busy preparing drinks or anything. That was a sign that we should have just left and gone elsewhere. The iced matcha latte was really weak in flavor and I have definitely had much better elsewhere. It was very watered down. It was not worth $7.50... read more
Stopped by this small coffee shop on the way home. It has a very basic vibe to it (a few tables inside, some plants, not very flashy). I got an Iced black salted caramel latte, which was really good. The batista was very nice. read more
3 years ago
Coffee & Avocado Toast Morning? One of the tastiest avocado toast served at Coffee & Tea Collective. Order this tasty combination, the corn takes the avocado toast to the next level. Cappuccino with oat milk & the Elote Toast: Avocado, Cilantro crema, Elote browned butter, Tajin. PRICE: Cappuccino w/ Oat Milk $5, Elote Toast $8 read more
Super cute cafe offering delicious coffee and tea drinks. They offer the traditional coffee drinks and drip coffee/americanos/lattes, but also hand pour coffee for those who enjoy one. The cafe is small but cozy and they welcome their guests bring their laptops to work in the cafe. I was also touched by the fact the cafe provided feminine care products in the bathroom for their female guests, a very heart warming and thoughtful touch that shows the owners care about their clients. read more
UPDATE... (5 stars) New love!!! I've come to realize I love their regular drink menu over their seasonal drinks. HONEY LATTE (decaf) - I know, I know "death before decaf" as people would say but I am a lover of decaf. Chose this over the vanilla because I wanted to get a better handle and feel of their beans on my palate without having it too masked. After a few sips, definitely loving it. The (Decaf Mexico beans) notes of chocolate and nougat are lovely, couldn't find the raspberry note. My sips have been very rounded and silky and that's how I absolutely love my lattes. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Had a good feel about this place recently and bought some beans for a friend in SF. Searching for beans as gifts and loving the flavors of their beans (non/decaf) has been suited for sharing. I'm disappoint myself for not discovering this place sooner. Actually, I did. I've always wanted to come here and have tried but they would be either closed when I could come by and during the hardcore-pandemic-times only accepted online orders when I inconveniently didn't my phone with me. Now, it's very accessible to me and I'm happy to spend my money here. 1) I love it's not packed 2) I love it's kind of like a hidden gem; not hidden in the sense of location but hidden as in overlooked. 3) I love the ambiance - small and cute. JABA APPROVED. Until the next sip.... read more
Stopped by Coffee & Tea collective on a stroll in North Park. It's a really nice and simple cafe with minimal tables both inside and out. Bits and pieces of art and florals gives the coffee shop a pop of color and the white walls provide nice lighting. The menu is simple but I decided to try a Salted Caramel Latte and my boyfriend had a espresso drink mixed with a spritzer. Both were very nice! The spritzer was a little too sweet even after adjusting the sweetness, so I would suggest an ever lower amount if you're not looking for that. My latte was creamy and silky which I really enjoyed. I would definitely bring some work here and hang out if I had the chance! read more
2 years ago
Best coffee in San Diego?! Look if you're a coffee enthusiast, you have to come here. It's not for the Carmel macchiato, double shot, soy, 180 degrees Starbucks lovers. It's for someone who just wants a great coffee. They do it right! The location isn't on the main strip of 30th, but worth the 2 block walk, after finding a parking spot in north park. The menu is small but that's because every drink is made to order by some amazing baristas that really care about their craft. The seating can get tight but that's because for those that come in, they pop open their laptops and get to work. I had a cappuccino and just sat and enjoyed some scroll time read more
I came here looking for a work from home spot and did find some success! Didn't try the coffee, but I did have a matcha latte and it was delightful! It was light, creamy (from the oat milk ofc), and subtly sweet which I enjoyed! not amazing, but good! There were a few outlets around and under the bar on the coffee bar as well, which was great! They also have a few hooks to hang your bag, however, some are broken off, so not all seats will have a hook for you. 4/5 stars because it does get pretty loud, since they are actively roasting beans in the back and for someone who sat at the coffee bar, was right behind the espresso machine, so that may be on me. read more
Cute little coffee shop with great coffee to study or chill. I went on a weekend and it gets busier after ~10am but people don't often stay for too long. There's limited seating inside and no parking lot, but there's metered street parking right in front of the shop. read more
3 years ago
Friendly service with in-house roasted coffee beans. Yes, they can drop a very nice shot of espresso. read more
3 years ago
Cute little shop! With a bathroom! That's always a plus. Decent amount of seating! There is outside seating too!! The guy who took my order was really kind! I didn't get his name but he has an afro!! If that helps! Lol I know cappuccinos aren't usually iced but he did it iced and it was really refreshing! I enjoyed it very much. Peaceful atmosphere, perfect place to go and just ready with some coffee. Will def return! read more
11 months ago
I was craving some yummy coffee and decided to try this place out. I got a large black salted caramel latte and the hubby got their new strawberry chai tea latte. Both were delicious and flavorful. The girl that took our order was very sweet and even made some suggestions for next time. The inside was full so there was no seating available. They also have some pastries available to go along with their hot drinks. read more
2 years ago
The banana matcha was so so good!!! I've been craving it ever since I tried it. The best matcha I've had in San Diego so far. read more
2 years ago
This place was super cute and clean as well! First time here and the baristas were really friendly and the drinks were so good read more
4 years ago
Absolutely love this place and the people! The workers here are some of the nicest employees I've ever encountered at any business. The coffee comes out quick and delicious. Very minimalistic design but cute inside. My dog loves coming in for treats. I get the honey vanilla latte every time; it's my go to Morning spot. Definitely recommend read more
2 years ago
great place to study, staff is very friendly , coffee and food is great, will definitely be back read more
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Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to leave a review Paola!…
2 years ago
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Greetings Diamond! We are super sorry to hear you didn't enjoy your…
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2911 El Cajon Blvd
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