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    Higher Grounds Coffee Cafe

    4.6 (51 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Reina A.

    So I had an appointment at this complex taking longer than expected. I walked in not knowing what to expect. I was debating between a burrito and a sandwich. The lovely employee (didn't catch the name) suggested I could combine the pozole and a sandwich. I found a seat and my meal was brought over. The pozole toppings were cabbage, cilantro, a lime wedge and little square pieces of tortilla chips. The pozole (green with chicken) was delicious! It had a little spicy kick. It was thick and perfectly balanced and now I'm a fan of the little chips! I consider myself to be a pozole connoisseur and hands down this is the best green pozole I've had in the US or Mexico. It completely outshined the grilled cheese sandwich which was also very good. What a hidden gem.

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    Keisha B.

    Man, I had a California burrito from the place and it was one of the best burritos I've ever had and I'm not even a Cali burrito kinda girl. The carne was seasoned and the fries were crispy. I will say the guacamole/avocado was a tiny bit overpowering as it tasted like it had lime in it but it's still a 10/10 for me. The service was great and food was made quickly as busy as it was and came hot as well. Service was friendly too and their ingredients are fresh. My first time here, I actually had a Berry Nice smoothie and it wasn't anything to write home about but maybe the food is! Also, that place is wayyy larger in the inside than it appears from the outside.

    Fresh Pressed Orange Juice
    Tuxy D.

    Tried this coffee shop for the first time since it's close to my work, and I'm so glad I did! The vibe is great with both indoor and outdoor seating options, perfect for relaxing or getting some work done. I ordered the freshly pressed orange juice--super refreshing and clearly made to order. I also had the grilled chicken sandwich on sourdough bread, and wow, the bread was perfectly crunchy and flavorful. On top of that, I got an açaí bowl topped with coconut flakes, peanut butter, and banana--super healthy and really hit the spot. The menu is packed with a variety of options, so I'm definitely coming back to try more!

    Turmeric latte look at that foam
    Cat N.

    Today I stopped by higher ground coffee before I went to physical therapy at kaiser . They have their own private parking lot and you're not supposed to park there if you are going to kaiser but I went there and then I moved my car to the kaiser parking lot afterwards, which was kind of hassle, but I do understand. The coffee shop has great indoor and outdoor seating. They have a very wide variety of menu items and also things you can just grab and go. The guy who worked there was really nice. I got the turmeric latte with oat milk and I asked for no pepper and no ginger because sometimes you get those and it just burns your throat like crazy. I loved my turmeric latte. It tasted so good. I was so happy that I went there. I do wish that they had more pastries. They didn't have any out because they were closing in 10 minutes but he said they did have some chocolate croissants, almond croissants, and a chocolate bread. I don't really like croissants (Sorry French people) but just the latte was perfect. I highly recommend going. They have two locations so if you're going to kaiser for physical therapy it's perfect and then there's one on Frost Avenue also. Check out my YouTube video so you can see the place in action! Thanks for liking, sharing, and subscribing. https://youtu.be/H9oWMvZ8kV4

    Mexican coffee
    Sandy R.

    First time customer. Cute place with lots of plants! I ordered a plain bagel with cream cheese, specifically requested the bagel to be extra toasted... it wasn't. The Mexican Cofee was pretty good! Highly recommend it.

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    Nirel M.

    This place is really good and staff is great. I'm surprised that the coffee and sandwiches are actually high quality. I got the Maui coffee & Mexican mocha - both solid. can't believe this is a hospital cafe!! I wish they had this in my area. A 1000/10

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    Crystal M.

    Stopped here for a small coffee while waiting for a relative at the hospital for a procedure. This coffee shop is very large inside and if you needed to get work done while you wait there's plenty of spots and Wi-Fi. The coffee I ordered was really good, and they also have food. There are couches and TV inside. The gentleman who helped me was very polite and quick with the service.

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    Donathon C.

    Still a great place for lunch It's now been open for a little while now and their food hasn't wavered. Still great quality and delicious tasting food. I still love getting their blackened chicken sandwich with bacon. Definitely stop here for lunch if you need your sandwich crave fix

    Salad

    Food is great and fresh. Maddy and Jordan were very kind. Service with a smile! Maddy always remembers my name.

    Bacon and Egg breakfast sandwich on brioche
    Justin O.

    I wanted to try a new spot for my mobile office of the day, and I'll tell you, this place hits a home run in every possible way! First, the staff were great, I met Alex one of the owners, and he was the friendliest guy. Adrian, the gentleman ringing me up, was super upbeat and friendly. They recommended the classic bacon and egg sandwich on a brioche bun, so of course I took their suggestion. On the outside it doesn't look like much, but let me tell you, they use fresh and high quality ingredients. The bacon was cooked to perfection, and their house made aioli was phenomenal! It's a perfect well balanced, savory breakfast. This place has Wi-Fi, a wide seating area indoors and outdoors, chill music, and a wide selection of coffee and drinks. Perfect for my fellow remote workers.

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    Customer service is great! They remember everyone's names. Food is decent. Good options to choose from

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    Bopomofo Cafe

    Bopomofo Cafe

    4.3
    (461 reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$

    The employee who helped me at the register was SO knowledgeable about the menu, and gave me great…read morerecommendations for which products were vegan-friendly. I think her name was AJ? I couldn't quite read the name tag. She was excellent, thank you! The vegetarian (vegan if you get it with sweet chili sauce instead of aioli) popcorn chicken was super flavorful and crispy. Definitely a shareable portion between 2 people as a hefty snack, and 3-4 people if you just want a small bite. The taro sweet milk tea was unlike any other taro drink I've had before, because there seemed to be actual mashed taro in the bottom of the drink. It was presented beautifully layered, and it kind of tasted like strawberry milk to me. Fun to try, and looking forward to trying other drinks next time! The inside of the cafe had plentiful and comfortable seating, a great playlist, and it was clean. Big thank you to this business for having vegan-friendly food AND drink options that don't just omit the milk, but actually have a non-dairy substitute and no powdered creamer. I'll definitely be back!

    The interior of Bopomofo was simple and clean. There was an abundance of parking in the front, and…read moreone could place an online order if needed. My group tried an assortment of items today, family-style. 4/5 Mapo Tofu Tots: This was pretty unique, a fusion of two worlds - eastern (mapo tofu) and western (tots and cheese). I personally did not care for the cheese, but the mapo tofu was quite tasty, a mild flavor not yet reaching a spicy level where I'd guzzle water. Others in my group favored this item amongst the 3 we tried, while I thought it was okay. 4.5/5 Scallion pancake with popcorn chicken, egg, and cheese. The scallion pancake was light, flaky, and layered, pretty authentic in flavor. It's probably my own bias, but I was also not a fan of the cheese in this dish, though it had a melty consistency others might like. They provided an umami sweet sauce to add. 4/5 Pineapple bun with popcorn chicken. This was a unique take on how one could combine snackable Chinese/Taiwanese food. The Pineapple Bun was somewhat sweet and buttery, tasty on its own, but raised question marks for me. It was an unexpected combo with the savory popcorn chicken. The chicken was crispy and we ordered it mild. 5/5 Strawberry Basil Lemonade: This drink was on the sweeter side at 100%, but very refreshing and not tart. I'd order it again. The strawberry flavors were somewhat strong in this one. 5/5 Guava Jinxuan Oolong Tea: I was a fan of Jinxuan oolong while touring Taiwan, so I was excited to see this authentic strain of tea on the menu. When unmixed, the guava syrup/purée was a bit sweet, but I did enjoy this drink. I didn't taste the unique milky oolong flavors though. The slightly bitter tea notes came out at the end, though I'd also reorder this. Bopomofo was an adventure for my and my group's taste buds, I would probably come back to try other drinks and dishes.

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    Oolong milk tea and matcha black sesame drink
    Oolong milk tea and matcha black sesame drink
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    Mapo tots
    Ba La Matcha (left), Assam Milk Tea (right)

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    Ba La Matcha (left), Assam Milk Tea (right)
    R3FRESH Juice Bar + Superfood

    R3FRESH Juice Bar + Superfood

    4.4
    (379 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    Great spot for some fresh fruit. I came for their smoothie bowls and saw they have other drink…read moreoptions like smoothies or coffee. Service is very friendly. A lot of little knick knacks for sale. Seating is open space with a large table. They offer 3 different sizes and a lot of base options like the obvious acai and pitaya with less common options like matcha or chia pudding or greek yogurt. Fruit and granola toppings are unlimited and there are a lot of options! I got the pitaya with vanilla granola almond topping and banana, mango, and pineapple. First off, my bowl was loaded with toppings and there was no empty spaces in the base. The pitaya was tart and sweet but slightly icy. The granola was not too sweet and had a great crunch. All of the fruit were fresh and sweet. Definitely will be coming back to try other bases and topping combinations!

    31-Jan-2026 Acai…read morePerfection with a Side of Genuine Care (and Epic Vibes!) My son and I are serious acai bowl enthusiasts, so we're always on the hunt for spots that get it right. R3FRESH Juice Bar + Superfood absolutely nailed it--and then some. We stopped in for a basic bowl (sometimes simple is best), and wow... delicious doesn't even begin to cover it. Perfectly blended, beautifully topped, and every bite was pure refreshment. You can taste the quality in every spoonful. But what really made our visit special was Ashlyn. She greeted us with the warmest smile, took genuine interest in what we were craving, and crafted our bowls with such care and attention--you could literally feel the love she put into it. She made my son feel like the most important customer in the place, and that kind of service is rare these days. Oh, and we can't forget to mention their gorgeous "Instagrammable" wall! We had so much fun snapping photos with our colorful bowls against the vibrant backdrop. It's clear they've thought of everything--amazing food, incredible service, AND a space that just makes you happy to be there. Whether you're a fellow acai addict, looking for your next profile pic backdrop, or just need a healthy, feel-good treat, this is your spot. Already planning our next visit!

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    Acai bowl and juice
    Acai bowl and juice
    Blue Spirulina Lemonade

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    Bud's Louisiana Cafe

    Bud's Louisiana Cafe

    4.4
    (3k reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$

    This was a return visit. Our greeter was friendly and seated us without any wait. We did have…read morereservations. Eddie, our server was friendly, with just the right amount of humor and very attentive. He described dishes and offered a hot sauce that was HOT! The Shrimp Bourbon Street was tasty, lots 'o shrimp, yummy dipping sauce, a perfect combo with Seafood Gumbo, to finish off my meal. The Seafood Bisque-appetizer and the Shrimp and Grits meal seemed to satisfy my husband. Our friends ordered Crawfish Etouffee and the Cajun Jambalaya, which were a hit. We commented that there might be some take-home, but it was not to be, the food was consumed on the premises. Our finishing touch of Beignets covered in the powdered sugar and coulis sauce was the perfect finale to our very enjoyable meal. We ate in the dining room, which was busy, but not noisy, and as mentioned , the service was excellent (Eddie) , and patio seating is available. Parking is convenient, so there is every reason to visit Bud's as soon as possible. See ya soon!

    Came here for dinner...Wednesday evening...I believe they are closed Monday and Tuesday...so check…read morebefore you come. Few weeks ago spent a few days in the French Quarter of New Orleans and the food was sooooo good...seeing this place while on a business trip in San Diego I had to try this place and see if it was the real deal or just a pretender. This Cajun restaurant is the real deal. I can't believe it...I highly recommend this place. A must stop here in San Diego. The owner, Bud is from the French Quarter and he makes all the meals and desserts right here. The best. I started with the Seafood Gumbo then Shrimp and Grits...very hearty and excellent in the flavors. Finished with the Bread Pudding. OMG. This is a "5 star must do." Get here and try everything. Bring your family because I can't try everything...but I wanted to.

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    Interior of restaurant
    Interior of restaurant
    Seafood Gumbo
    Seafood Gumbo
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    Urban Bubble

    Urban Bubble

    4.6
    (936 reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    Came late night with some friends to get some boba. There's lots of seating inside the store and it…read morewas decorated nicely! There was no line so we were able to order right away. The cashier was very helpful when we had some questions about the drinks. We got the thai bubble, wintermelon milk tea, and toasty tea. All the drinks were yummy!

    They got my order wrong and I got diarrhea tonight for $25. Parking is difficult and it's loud…read moreinside with music blasting the whole time. I'm surprised some people could sit down and work/study successfully. Note: I had a positive experience last time getting a blended drink, but today I felt like trying their Thai Tea (not blended) and two Korean Corn Dogs. I ordered the hot Cheeto one with cheese and sausage. Did not wind up receiving the hot Cheeto one. Got a regular one with all cheese, no sausage. Partner got a potato one with cheese and sausage, but only 25% of the filling was sausage. We ate them anyways and wanted to leave it at that since the parking was so difficult. Then my stomach started gurgling in a very wrong way. I don't know if something went wrong with the Thai tea (was the milk they used expired?), or with my Korean corn dog possibly being prepared wrong with a new hire, but my body rejected it violently once I got home. I'd be very cautious about coming back here. Most likely won't. Couldn't finish my Thai Tea. Had to throw it out. I'm hoping this was just an unfortunate one time thing, because it seems like people for the most part have a good experience from their food and drinks. This is my third ever time visiting Urban Bubble. The past two visits were for blended drinks and they were great! The girl working the cash register on the evening of 4/24 around 8:00PM was really helpful with suggesting recommendations and did great. I don't know who prepared my food and drink but maybe they need extra training, heads up. If you order food, I suggest that you check the food before leaving the building instead of trusting that it was correct and finding out once you've already left.

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    My birthday last year
    My birthday last year
    Hello everyone, come to urban and enjoy our tiger milk, Thai milk tea served with our signature cheese foam pudding and crème brûlée.
    Hello everyone, come to urban and enjoy our tiger milk, Thai milk tea served with our signature cheese foam pudding and crème brûlée.
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    Forum Coffee

    Forum Coffee

    4.4
    (1.5k reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    First time here and I wanna go back! Their coffee menu has some unique drinks that I haven't tried…read morebefore. This time I tried the BB Code which is a Cold Brew with Banana Milk + Brown Sugar. It's $6.75. This was quite tasty and like nothing I tried before. It was quite busy, that just means how popular they are. The cashier and the staff were nice. This coffee shop has indoor and outdoor seating. It's a cute coffee that I regret not taking pics of the shop itself. A good reason to go back to try another tasty drink and snap some photos!

    I tried this coffee shop three times to make sure I agree with what I thought. The first couple…read moretimes I got some lattes and they were just OK. the third time I decided to try a pastry and a Matcha latte. I had the same feelings again about the drink and now also the pastry . Both were just OK. the drinks are missing something. The pastry was too dry and boring for me. The first two times I ordered at the shop and they're is usually a line with a couple people and a wait for your drink. Considering the crowd, the wait was reasonable but I wish I didn't have to wait. So the third time I ordered online and I love that I was able to walk in and pick up really quickly. The parking is OK. that little shopping center that it's located in isn't the prettiest. The inside is typical dark coffee shop with seating. Not like the newer trend of coffee shops with brighter modern decor.

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    Digital Detox
    Digital Detox
    The Double Post
    The Double Post
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