The shop itself has a really cozy, vibe. You can tell it's a local favorite. Service was friendly,…read moreand there's a good variety on the menu if you're into both drinks and snacks. The taro bingsoo was super light and fluffy. Not overly sweet, which I actually appreciated. It's definitely a good shareable dessert, especially if you want something refreshing instead of heavy. The taro with creme brulee was the standout for me though. The layers were really pretty, and once mixed, it had that creamy taro flavor with a slight caramelized richness from the brûlée topping. It felt a little more elevated than your typical taro milk tea.

"One of these things is not like the other... Tea Amo…read moreapparently believes the menu is more of a work of fiction than a promise. I asked why what was being offered didn't match what was advertised on the menu. The employee looked at me like I was the one speaking nonsense, then hit me with a shrug and, "I don't make the rules." Cool. You may not make the rules, but someone sure made this menu--and apparently nobody bothers to make sure it matches reality. If your customers need a decoder ring to figure out what's actually available versus what's printed, that's not a customer problem. That's a business problem. Do better. Or at the very least, update the menu so it stops catfishing people. Seriously... WTF."

At this point I feel like I have to leave a review because I've literally been here EVERY DAY for…read morethe past 2 going on 3 weeks Like actually every day. I found this little coffee spot and immediately developed a hyperfixation. My first obsession was the mazapan latte with mazapan cold foam then I started venturing out and tried the horchata latte, dulce de leche & nowww I'm stuck on the tres leches with horchata cold foam. When I tell you it is SOOO GOOD I keep wanting to try more of the menu but the problem is once I find something I love, I will order it 47 times before I can move on & It's not even just the coffee. The girls here are SO sweet and welcoming every single time I come through. I've interacted with a couple of them now and have genuinely never had a bad experience. The customer service is always 10/10. I also LOVE the whole setup. It's this cute little drive-thru coffee hut, their menu has so many unique drinks and flavors, and they even have a reward system where you get free drinks after you fill up your punch cards (i'm on my 3rd already) If you like sweeter, creamier or Mexican-inspired flavors like mazapan, horchata, dulce de leche, tres leches, etc., GO HEREEEE. There's still so much I want to try, but apparently I need to finish my current tres leches era first The hours say closed on Sundays, but they def are opened. I believe their new hours are 7-3pm weekdays. Not sure the hours on weekends. But this Escondido Coffee shop is definitely a hidden Gem & i hope everyone at least just tries it once bc that's all it takes to have you obsessed Safe to say they have officially gained a regular.

There are several El kafecitos in North County. Drive thru…read more They serve Mexican-inspired matchas & lattes & fun seasonal ones like their Lucky Charms Latte. I do wish they were more flavorful.

Found a new favorite spot!…read more Blue Mug Cafe is a total hidden gem. Fast service and great vibes. It's popular and stays busy, but the team here moves fast. I tried Steph's Special (Americano + Vanilla Bean Powder) both ways hot and iced. The iced version with whipped cream is 10/10. The decor is so cute, with plenty of seating options both indoors and outdoors. I love that they support the community with local artwork for sale and a Little Free Library (take a book share a book) in the corner. I also saw they have a fruit series. I'll definitely be back to try their matcha!

Stopped in because of the good reviews for a quick iced coffee in the middle of the day. The wait…read morewasn't long, and there's a bulletin board you can see local postings. The place isn't huge, but they make good use of the space and have lots of seating (and wifi) if you want to sit and do work for a while. We got the Banana kona ice blended, which was absolutely delicious, and iced vanilla latte, which was solid and very tasty. Glad we took the gamble and will definitely be back !

been to this place every...uuummmmm, like few YEARS. i swear it never disappoints…read more the affagato here is the best i've had. i've had a lot of not-good gelato at other places. it's hard to get gelato right. Esco Gelato has some kind of pixie dust they use because the textures and flavors here are amazing, year after year. great selection of teas. very friendly staff. free parking around the storefront is usually easy peasy. great business. been coming here since the early 2000s.

A cute little spot in downtown Escondido that we were excited to finally try!…read more The service was short and pleasant, the gelato had great texture and flavor - I wish there was a little more variety. They give you a decent amount for the size you ask for, so make Aira you know how much you're getting!! Not sure if it was the cravings of the day/heat but with it being a little shop and there only being a few seats it was hard to fully enjoy the experience in the corner. With so many people visiting (the pictures were taken right before the crowd) I'm sure that's an indicator of how good it is! I will definitely be back to try other flavors or other items on the menu. Hopefully soon!

Popped into the Good Source Cafe in Escondido while working today. I ordered a classic matcha…read morelatte--they serve theirs with maple syrup, which I tend to prefer over simple syrups or other sweeteners. The matcha itself was pretty good. Not the best I've ever had but definitely solid. It was smooth, well-balanced, and had just the right amount of milk and maple syrup. The shop itself is very lively, especially for 11:00am on Tuesday. Lots of patrons, friends chatting, people working remotely, etc. Layout and aesthetic are simple but effective. It feels open and airy. Staff are very nice and upbeat. Overall, a nice spot for a pick-me-up or to chill.

This place was okay. Wouldn't come back…read more I went on a Saturday afternoon around 1 pm. Plenty of seating available. I ordered the Tiramisu iced latte and the banana matcha. Both drinks were subpar, nothing great. I like my coffee pretty strong and this was not it. The banana matcha didn't really taste like banana. It was okay Service was great. The employees were really sweet and welcoming. Lots of parking available in the plaza

Our first time trying Vietnamese Lemonade and they were so kind and accommodating! The woman…read moreinformed us all about the drinks and the process and let us try each flavor like a little flight, haha. Every drink is delicious and 100% worth the visit. You can tell they care about their craft deeply and the environment/merch/vibe is immaculate. 10/10!

This is my favorite find from the Little Italy Farmers Market. We have two sizes of the growlers…read moreand a growing list of our favorite flavors. The lemonade does not taste like traditional lemonade. It still has the refreshing taste and is perfect after a late night out or even a long gym session. The lemonade still has the slight salty tang but not in the same way as biting into a lemon. It stays pretty well in the fridge for awhile. I love introducing new people to this because they're always a little hesitant at first but it's love at first sip. No matter where I live in San Diego, I will continue to always have this stocked in the fridge.

The most perfect post Pilates treat! My friend told me about this great coffee truck near where we…read morego for Pilates and I wished I were closer so I could stop in before work! The staff is so nice and their menu offers the basics along with fun seasonal drink options. Everything is great here and service is quick! Everything looks homemade in house. Also if you get there soon enough, there are some mini conchas for sale and those are also the best I've ever had!

I love having a small, woman owned business that I can support in Valley Center. Every time I visit…read moreRise & Brew, Saree and Miriam always make me feel welcome and that my business is appreciated. My order is simple and predictable, but it's always made to perfection. It gets busy as times, but they always do their best to keep up with the orders. As a team of 2, patience is a must - and it's always worth the wait!

Great restaurant, food, refined and tasty . The service very adequate to the style of the place…read more The ambiance mainly on Friday and Saturday is amazing, however, I prefer to go during the week when it's relatively calmer

Got the Americano and signature lavender latte! Both had a great taste and I got half sweet for the…read morelavender latte and it was perfect sweetness! Americano was exceptionally smooth, not burnt at all! Interior was very simple and welcoming. Lots of people chilling, talking, and eating. Service was relatively quick as well!