Very cute little coffee shop. They have an inside area that it's multilevel with multi tables. They also have an outdoor space. The seating is a mix of chairs and benches, which I like. They also had a swing at our table. I was not brave enough to try it, but it looked super fun. They have a very wide selection of teas. Which I appreciate.. The staff were friendly, but reserved. Typical of San Diego coffee shops. They have lots of cute little pastries, gelato, and some small eats. Street parking Definitely worth a visit. read more

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The ambiance is great but my friend and I were both disappointed by what we ordered. My friend ordered the affogato and there was a dead fly in her ice cream/espresso drink. I ordered a small chocolate and coffee gelato and I was very surprised to find peanuts in my gelato. Luckily I don't have a peanut allergy, but that is super important to list on the flavors label. Additionally there was a weird tasting film with each bite so it tasted like I was eating paper. I heard great things about this place and I live locally but it just missed the mark. read more

Elixir Espresso Bar - Gelato Near Me - San Diego, California

Umph wow super disappointed at this location. I've been to one in utc and love loved it but the location at pb was bad. I ordered a Cortado and turkey toast... the Cortado taste was just ok and for 13 dollar turkey toast.... Look at the picture... doesn't even look worth a dollar. The place is super cute though. The service was ok debating should come back or not read more

Elixir Espresso Bar - Pesto Turkey Toast - Gelato Near Me - San Diego, California

One of my favorite cafes in PB! The coffee is delicious and they serve it to you in mugs in you ask, which automatically ups the taste of any coffee. Great lattes! The food is also incredible. They have gelato and a range of really fun deserts. The workers are really awesome and go out of their way to make your experience worth it. Lastly, the aesthetic of the place is stunning. There's buyable art on the walls and a whole little patio area. There's also outlets so it's a great location to work from! read more

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Love this place. An amazing array of fresh pastries, either sweet or savory. A diverse menu otherwise with lots of great breakfast choices. The service was super friendly and knowledgeable. Sophie made me feel very welcome. The floor plan is bright and open, with a wonderful back patio. I also noticed that they have gelato which looked amazing. I plan to come back later for that. read more

Elixir Espresso Bar - Oat milk Caffe Latte (16 oz) - Gelato Near Me - San Diego, California

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Heard great things about this place and finally stopped by -- it didn't disappoint! There's plenty of indoor seating, which is perfect for relaxing or catching up with friends. Street parking is a bit limited, so plan ahead if you're driving. We ordered the iced caramel and vanilla lattes -- both were smooth and refreshing. Also tried the Velvet Knot (red velvet cheesecake mousse) and chocolate mousse pastries. Not only were they beautifully presented, but they tasted just as amazing as they looked. A lovely spot for coffee and dessert! read more

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The place is super cute with lots of seating. There's indoor and outdoor and it has a lovely vibe to it. The place is very unassuming from the outside. I got the raspberry mocha iced latte and it was absolutely heaven. It was on the sweet side and I normally don't like drinks that are too sweet but this was so good. I also got the Nutella and banana crepe and it is huge. I could only eat half of it and brought the other half home. And they do not skimp on the banana or nutella. My friend has a vegetarian got the egg toast and she was very disappointed. The bread is dry. They don't even butter the bread. No sauce or anything. On the top of the egg is some arugula and then a little bit of a balsamic drizzle but she said it was very dry and bland. For about $14 she said she will never get that again. At least they butter the bread come on it's not that hard. It is street parking only on garnett. Since we're far enough away from the beach parking is not difficult. It's also free parking as there are no meters in this area. You should be able to find parking relatively easy. The service was just okay. read more

Elixir Espresso Bar - The large raspberry mocha iced latte and banana Nutella crepe. My total was around $22 - Gelato Near Me - San Diego, California

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Love this place! The vibe is chic and relaxing. I always get the pesto crepe and they are very filling and hot off the press! The herbal teas are so tasty and I'm looking forward to trying the coffees. The staff is friendly and welcoming as well! Definitely worth the price. read more

This was recommended to me by someone I know, and I'm so glad I got to try it out!! The cafe interior makes you feel like you've transported somewhere completely different once stepping inside because it's sooo different from the vibes of the actual area it is in. The drinks were super yummy, and I felt like they def know their coffee. I've never had gf donuts before but they were unique and interesting as well! Their desserts looked super cool, and I hope to try more soon! Seating: there's a good amount of seating both indoor and outdoor. I had no problem getting a spot Saturday morning. There's also a swing seat I was obsessed with... Parking: the street parking is hit or miss but there's a plaza across the street to park if u want as well Overall was a great place to enjoy the weather and chat with a silly drink! read more

Elixir Espresso Bar - 16 oz. Iced White Mocha 16 oz. Iced Raspberry White Mocha lemon GF donut earl gray gf donut - Gelato Near Me - San Diego, California

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A truly professional place for espresso hook ups. They also got some tasty eats. I can see myself spending a nice long Christmas season morning here getting fat from all the treats. ;) read more

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Stopped by while my wife was shopping nearby. Best espresso pull ever. My feedback to Elixir, after walking back in once I sipped the coffee outside was "phenomenal". No trace of the usual mild bitterness and even a touch "sweet". Perhaps it was a lucky grind and tamp, but the quality of my double shot was so good there's probably enough leeway that you've a good chance to always grab an excellent cup of espresso here. I wanted to grab another shot a few minutes later while walking back with the wife to the car, but she reminded me of my cutting back on the caffeine. :-) read more

I came on a rare rainy San Diego afternoon, so there were (unfortunately) no tables at which to sit. I don't attribute this as a failure of the establishment (standard supply and demand). The coffee was amazing, and the barista was happy to answer my questions and get me something I'd really enjoy. 10 out of 10, would recommend. read more

Great pastries and chill vibes. Good coffee and tons of seating and WiFi. Excellent spot. read more

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My expectations were high because the Elixir in La Jolla is really good. This one was very disappointing. Nice place, very clean and variety of spaces, artsy gallery style. Beautiful curated furniture and plants. Perfect. However, this was by far the most terrible nutella crepe I have ever had in my life. Really bad. When served appears huge but didn't match the flavor. It was really salty and the dough tasteless. Even the Nutella didn't take like the real thing. I thought it was just me being there and having a horribly tasting capuccino. So I took the rest of my huge crepe to go). I almost vomit at home, again super salty and tasteless. What a waste of money. Also I asked the girl serving about the donuts and she told me that they sit there for like 5 days. Hell no more. read more

An awesome coffee shop in Pacific Beach with a beautiful coastal contemporary interior. I came by twice during our weekend trip and enjoyed all of our espresso drinks including the hammerhead and caffe mocha. Of note, the food is not to be missed as the chicken pesto flatbread turned out to be massive, beautifully presented, and most importantly, airy and derricious! The chicken pesto crepe was just as huge and tasty. Service was stellar as the staff was both welcoming and helpful. read more

In the area and was looking for coffee and a treat, a quick Yelp search turned up Elixir and I happened to be across the street. I didn't see any spots in the few street spots out front so I parked across the street by CVS and walked. I was greeted by a man and woman who were so kind and friendly and answered a few questions about their "Screaming Goat" espresso. I was so delighted to see the entire pastry case was gluten free and many items were vegan too! I ordered a Cold Brew with a splash of oat milk and a gluten free + vegan chocolate donut, to go. I quickly glanced around the place while I waited on my drink (which was ready quickly). It's open air with a handful of indoor and outdoor tables, most if not all were taken. It looks cute and quaint, and was clean from what I could see. The cost was fair, $10 for what I got. The cold brew was a bit bitter for my taste, but strong. The donut was really tasty - well done! I'd probably come back and try Elixir again if I found myself in the area. read more

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This is a great cafe to to do work or chill in! There are a lot of tables to sit at and a lot of power outlets for you to charge you devices. There is a cool patio in the back that you can work at as well. I highly recommend getting the white chocolate raspberry latte. The staff are all very friendly. This is my favorite place to work in Pacific Beach no read more

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Wonderful coffee shop in Pacific Beach that is away from the craziness of the beach area. The noise level is good, more on the quieter side allowing for a perfect study spot. The chairs are comfortable and there are plenty of outlets around. The service was spot on with the baristas being patient, as I was reviewing the menu for my first time here. I didn't try any of the foods, so I can't comment on that but their cold brew was fantastic. They use something called "screaming goat" espresso. The interior is beautifully aesthetic and modern with a swinging seat. There is both indoor and outdoor seating, along with a bathroom. Parking is street, but there is an entire parking lot across the street where I parked (not sure if allowed to or not), but my car was fine after four hours. Highly recommend!! read more

Delicious chai! Perfect blend of sweet and spice without being overwhelming. Service was quick and friendly and there is a pretty good amount of seating available, both inside and outside. read more

This place is super cute and sleek! It has a lot of tables and light, and even a table with a swing. They have a bunch of food options in addition to the drinks and pastries/tarts. There is a whole display of gluten free pastries as well. Highly recommend checking out this place to grab a drink, a bite to eat, or to get some work done read more

Elixir Espresso Bar - Menu - Gelato Near Me - San Diego, California

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I've been wanting to try out different coffee shops in PB and finally tried Elixir. It's one of my favorites now. The absolute best thing on the menu by far is the chicken pesto crepe! read more

Elixir Espresso Bar - Chicken-Pesto Crepe - Gelato Near Me - San Diego, California

10/10 coffee. When I am telling you my aunt and I have had spent at least $100 in coffee while we've been in SD, and this place by far had the best tasting coffee we've had. I got the coconut white mocha, and I quite literally drank it in 30 seconds and bought a second before I left. The crepe was also huge and fantastic! Highly recommend!! read more

Elixir Espresso Bar - Gelato Near Me - San Diego, California

Hands down my favorite coffee in the area! Staff was friendly and the establishment was clean. What else could you ask for? read more

Elixir Espresso Bar - Hot vanilla latte - Screaming Goat Esspresso - Gelato Near Me - San Diego, California

The coffee here is bad specifically the espresso drinks. But it's a nice coworking spot. Espresso is not pulled correctly and milk was scorched. Not great for a place called the espresso bar. read more

At times I have trouble finding a quiet cafe with seating to work from, but now I have found it! Elixir Espresso Bar is a cute shop right on Garnett with a beautiful interior. I've been here once before to try their gluten free baked goods, which are delicious. This time I came for a couple of hours to work. I found a great seat on the patio, which was a nice little oasis. I definitely did not feel like I was right on the busiest street in Pacific Beach. I ordered the avocado toast and the screaming goat espresso. The toast was a great value for the cost, coming with a lot of avocado and eggs but also had good flavor. My only complaint is that with my cup of Screaming Goat espresso, which did have great flavor, also had grounds in the cup that were not pleasant. read more

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I have been a fan of Elixir Espresso Bar since they first landed in San Diego years ago, and my experience here at this new location in Pacific Beach was no difference. On this visit, I had a two shot cortado with whole milk and the almond toast. The toast came on a quality multigrain toast and a good amount of almond butter. A little more of that almond would of been better. It also came with tasty freshly sliced bananas, crunchy almond slivers, and cinnamon powder. The toast was very good and I would order it again. The cortado was mix. It was definitely robust in flavor and properly served in a class container, but it had rough finish. It was bitter towards the end, so it did not meet my expectation on smoothness. Service was friendly enough. I thought it could of been a little more friendly and welcoming. Street parking only. read more

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My husband and I came to Elixir on Saturday morning for the first time. There was no wait and we were greeted by a young gentleman who said he started a few days ago. He was kind and friendly. We ordered the white mocha raspberry ($7.95) and the Mexican mocha, both iced with oat milk. Both drinks were amazing. The white mocha raspberry was my favorite. We were so impressed that we went back the next day. I ordered a drink that wasn't on the menu (Raspberry matcha w/oat milk)and they were happy to make it for me (pricey at $8.35). My son got the strawberry gf donut and it was delicious! Nothing like a traditional oily donut. More like a cupcake consistency. My only complaint is the cost of the lattes, as other coffee shops like Holsem, include oat milk and their drinks are $6.25. Overall the ambiance is very nice, quiet, and I would go back again. read more

Elixir Espresso Bar - Raspberry white mocha and raspberry matcha with oat milk. - Gelato Near Me - San Diego, California

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I feel like their coffee is sometimes a hit or miss, but I do just love getting a classic cold brew! It's a cute coffee shop inside, and lots of nice little seating nooks! read more

Some of the best coffee I've ever had. Vanilla latte to die for. I came back the next day for round two! Bought some beans read more

Elixir Espresso Bar - Gelato Near Me - San Diego, California

This place is adorable, and the staff members are so friendly. I came here and ordered the nitro coffee along with a breakfast crêpe. The crêpe is ginormous and delicious. There's seating located inside as well as outside. The street parking was not bad. It is off of a busy road. The only downside is that the prices are relatively high. Just for a nitro coffee it was $6. It was $20 for my whole order. read more

Delicious realistic desserts, giant crepes that were also amazing, nice staff, and cute place. Hawaiian latte was 10/10! Definitely want to come back to try more stuff!! read more

Super cute espresso bar, with a welcoming asthetic. Plenty of food options and fast service. Their iced matcha always tastes amazing! read more

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Really delicious iced mocha with oatmilk that had a subtle but irresistible note in the espresso. Great spot to relax and do some work and the banana bread was fresh and tasty as well. Easily the best espresso drink I had traveling in San Diego. read more

Gluten free bakery options!!! Coffee was also very good. The barista was very helpful on all the question I had. read more

Elixir Espresso Bar - Gelato Near Me - San Diego, California

The place is really nice, as are the workers. It would be 5 stars if it wasn't so expensive. Which when you start calculating if it is worth the trip, then it's more of a luxury. Which is fine for some people, I am going to continue to go. Hopefully when the gelato opens the price will reflect the quality. read more

Elixir has and always be top tier coffee in PB or in La Jolla . Their espresso machine is by far beautiful and futuristic. The espresso pulls are always consistently rich . The owner is a very nice person . They have good beans with flavor matched with some delicious treats and donuts . I recommend the matcha donut. read more

Elixir Espresso Bar - Matcha Donut - Gelato Near Me - San Diego, California

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Butter Crepe. Added Nutella! Great working atmosphere and very welcoming staff. Recommended read more

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Friendly service. Generous avocado toast, just missing a little seasoning and lemon juice. Cute place, but had to keep swatting flies away. Other baked goods looked good! read more

Elixir Espresso Bar - Avocado Toast Breakfast - Gelato Near Me - San Diego, California

Kinda unfortunate location unless you happen to be getting a smog check next door but worth going to get a solid yummy coffee in pb. Slim pickins out here and their espresso is quality/ staff was very sweet. Cozy vibe inside - would work from here fs. read more

Delicious coffee and desert!! Service is excellent, and she's very patient The ambiance is so chill! That wall art is so unique and beautiful!! My friend and I really enjoyed our coffee! My doggo enjoyed her treat. The dessert is so beautiful and good! The place is clean. I see a lot of people at the table doing some work or studying, so it's a quiet place to do some work done. The place is also very spacious!! There's sitting inside and out! read more

Elixir Espresso Bar - Gelato Near Me - San Diego, California

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