Fresh Cafe

Delicious!! Had a hot dirty chai and it was sooo tasty. My husband had a cold pumpkin spice latte…read moreand it was also delicious. We had breakfast at a different place that morning and instantly regretted not getting food here. They have pastries, empanadas and their seasonal pumpkin bagel that's shaped like a pumpkin. Super cute. We'll have to get it next time. We were told, by a customer who ordered it, that the filling was a flavored butter, not cream cheese. Saw a fruit parfait there as well and it looked legit. We can't wait to come back and try other drinks and their food options. Street parking in front. There's a constant line but it moves quick so the flow of people coming in and out is pretty quick. Cute decor inside and plenty of tables for people who like to set up camp.

Super cute spot...took my daughter here, she ordered the iced Salted Caramel latte (ahhhmazing) and…read moreI wanted the banana iced latte but they were out so I ordered the Mexican mocha (not my fave) but hey you gotta try new things! The Empanadas were fantastic wish they were larger because it was so yummy. My daughter got a bagel with cream cheese and it was toasted to perfection Only 2 girls working so service was a little slow but we were in no hurry. Very clean, polite, and good vibes Check it out and support local

Pumpkin spice latte & bagel

Delicious!!!

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Interior

James Coffee

3.8(202 reviews)

0.2 mi

The staff is great. The manager is awesome. David Taylor always takes care of us whenever we go…read moremaking sure we get the best quality espresso. We can Definitely a cool coffee shop in San Diego. The pastries here are pretty good. I heard they just changed the bagels only made by their sister Co.. I need to give those a try I got the coffee soda basically like an espresso tonic pretty good the glass that it comes i in his super cool and different to most of the places you get coffee at the side of the building is small, but still kind of spacious in a way gives us pretty cool atmosphere. I heard they're gonna do some more upgrades to the inside, making it feel a little more home like that's cool cause I like cozy spots with a manly touch concrete leather metals. It's just a vibe.

stopped by after a friend recommended me this place…read more it's a decent shop with ample seating. the worker didn't seem like he wanted to work there LOL when i asked him questions about the menu, he gave very short answers that didn't really answer my question... i ordered a vanilla latte and it was very mid. coffee was bitter and was lacking the vanilla. wouldn't want to come again.

My first "coffee" experience with my kids. What a special experience! The hot chocolate gives them the vibe.

Iced Mexican Mocha (espresso, milk and spiced chocolate)

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Seasonal special

Better Buzz Coffee

3.7(569 reviews)

1.4 mi

The food was great, but the drive-thru lady was extremely rude. She gave me a nasty look and was…read moresaying things from inside while I was at the window. Her attitude was completely unnecessary and made the experience uncomfortable. She has tattoos on her right arm. Definitely needs to work on her customer service.

I received excellent customer service from Ethan P. The line was long and he treated every single…read morecustomer with kindness and courtesy. He is a very professional and patient young man. The decor of this location is much brighter and more inviting than the PQ one. I will be sure to stop by this location when I am in the area.

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Matcha Cafe Maiko

4.4(310 reviews)

1.2 mi

I visited the Escondido Matcha Cafe Maiko for the first time last week! I can officially say I've…read morevisited all three locations in San Diego! There was plenty of parking in the plaza. There were a few tables, and high top bar seating inside the location. I enjoyed a matcha latte with less sweetness, less ice, and with boba. The boba quality was great! I feel like the boba could be hit or miss at the Mira Mesa branch.

I was visiting San Diego and came across Matcha Maiko, so l decided to stop by because I'd been…read morewanting to try their matcha. When I walked in, the kiosks weren't working, so ! waited at the front for someone to take my order. Instead, all I could hear was an older lady loudly screaming at one of the employees. It was loud enough that I could hear everything from the front counter, and it honestly gave me secondhand embarrassment. The employee was being embarrassed in front of everyone in the store, which made for a really uncomfortable atmosphere. Because of the confusion, I ended up ordering through their website instead. Unfortunately, the drink was disappointing. They added a huge scoop of strawberry syrup that completely overpowered the drink. I went there to try Matcha Maiko's matcha, not a cup full of strawberry syrup. On top of that, the syrup wasn't even mixed in properly, so l kept getting mouthfuls of syrup at the bottom I was really looking forward to trying this place, but between the uncomfortable experience in the store and the poorly made drink, it wasn't the experience I had hoped for.

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Matcha & vanilla swirl with banana pudding

Manzanita Roasting Company and Coffee House

4.4(196 reviews)

Love Great Vibes and Service and Seating Areas Too…read more Number One Avocado Toast Drinks Are Great Too

Literally the best coffee I've ever had and the people here are lovely. You can taste the quality…read moreon all beverages and food items. It's hard to come by a coffee shop that's affordable but also amazing quality

Avocado toast, with housemade pickled onions and local microgreens, on levain bread

The front of the shop on Grand Ave., Escondido. MANZANITA is located in the Grand theater complex

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Brown Butter Latte.

Ilustre Specialty Coffees

4.8(71 reviews)

0.5 mi

Coffee shop Escondido…read more Cafe, latte, matcha, specialty drinks Small bites Has AC Restroom inside Parking available Amex accepted Indoor seating available Coffee experience Award-winning specialty coffee shop rooted in craft culture that expanded from Tijuana to its first U.S. location near downtown Escondido

Got the dirty horchata latte and cafe de la olla, both iced. Drinks were perfect sweetness and the…read moreworker there that helped us out was super sweet. Interior was really cool and nice. Cool spot to study and vibe with friends. They also have a stand where you can smell some of the beans and that was a cool thing to do while waiting for our drinks

Hot café de la olla latte w/ whole milk

Dirty horchata latte

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Drinks and conchas

Mika's

4.7(210 reviews)

2.6 mi

Came here in need of breakfast and Mika's did not disappoint…read more I opted for a Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast and it was pretty good! I got nice fatty flavors from the avocado and smoked salmon. The capers on top added a little zing to my bites.

Cute little shop!…read more The breakfast croissant and strawberry matcha were both delicious. Only con is it was pretty pricey for breakfast, but the great flavors did make up for the price. The cashier was very friendly and helpful with the order :) I would definitely come back to try some of their signature lattes!

Cool wall art

Honey Lavender Latte, Vietnamese Shakerato, Avocado Toast, and Yugo Sandwich.

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Cortado with Sparkling Water

Teaspoon

4.7(73 reviews)

1.4 mi

Coffee is pretty strong, which I approve of. Greeted when…read morewe entered, and drinks were made really quickly (we went around noon). Whole place is clean and tidy, with some claw machines for prizes.

Stopped by this place on our way home. Cute inside with games you can play and toy vending…read moremachines. They also have a POS where you can order yourself. I got the matcha with oat milk and crème brûlée cold foam. It was really good but I paid extra for the foam and felt like I hardly got any. That matcha itself was great but I didn't get any crème brûlée flavor so I feel like it was a waste. My boyfriend got the coconut coffee half sweet. I am a sweet coffee drinker, but I tried it and liked it a lot. I feel like the drinks were a good size for the price.

Chicken Karaage with Spicy Mayo sauce and Edamame Rolls

New Seasonal Drinks: Honeycomb Banana Latte * Banana Matcha Royale * Honeycomb Banana Milk

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Matcha latte with boba

EscoGelato

4.7(1.1k reviews)

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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!

1 scoop pistachio, 1 scoop brown butter pecan with affogato.

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Matcha Strawberry Gelato and Candy Bar Gelato - size small

Kettle On Grand

4.1(631 reviews)

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

Hiya my fellow, Yelpers!…read more It's been quite a while since my last review--I was injured and spent some time in recovery, but I'm back and so excited to share my local finds with you again. Recently, I dropped by Kettle on Grand in downtown Escondido. When I walked in, it felt wonderfully peaceful and quiet for a coffee shop, making it a super relaxing, family-friendly spot to settle in and enjoy a bite. My Order: Horchata Latte: Delicious! Usually when I order these at other spots, they tend to oversweeten the drink, but Kettle on Grand hit the perfect balance. Margherita Panini (without tomatoes): Served hot, tasted incredibly fresh, and had a fantastic, satisfying crisp. Side Salad (no feta): Don't let the photos fool you--the bowl was surprisingly generous and packed with fresh greens. The only minor tweak for my personal preference would be a few extra nuts for crunch, but it was delicious nonetheless. Tips: Self-Serve Water Station: They have a convenient self-serve water setup, which is always a huge plus when visiting with kids or settling in for a while. Free Wi-Fi & Great Service: The server behind the counter was warm, attentive, and completely on point. Plus, the free Wi-Fi makes it a cozy spot to catch up on work or browse while relaxing. Help me out, Yelpers! Have you tried Kettle on Grand yet? What is your favorite specialty latte or panini on their menu? Drop your recommendations in the comments below, hit that button if this review helped you, and give my profile a follow for more local family-friendly spots!