As someone who's lived in Golden Hill for years, Influx honestly feels like family whenever I walk in. In my opinion, they have the best BLT aka Bacon 1, as they call it, In all of San Diego. Fresh focaccia, crispy bacon, and perfectly seasoned tomatoes. It's seriously one of my favorite things in world. With online pickup, it's super easy to grab something when you're busy. The coffee is great, the space is minimal and perfect for getting some work done, and the AC is always on. Influx is a special neighborhood spot, and I'm really glad it's close by. read more

What a great local coffee and quick healthy bites place in the neighborhood of Golden Hill. The staff is friendly. The service is fast (even when there's a line) the ambiance is open and airy inside with options for some outdoor seating. Their bagel sandwiches are delicious and fresh. I typically get the everything bagel (scooped/they even go out of their way to make it less bready if you want) and toasted it's delicious! I recommend this local coffee house!! read more

Woman at the register is WAY too focused on side conversations to get my order correct. Most people who work here are short and direct which I think comes across quite rude to me at least. Maybe I'm being sensitive, just something I noticed. Other than waiting 10-15 minutes for a bagel (or 25+ because it had to be remade) the food is fine and the drinks are also worth trying. Been here a few times now as I live walking distance from this location. It seems very cliquey (as do most mom and pops here in Sd) so just be aware of that. Single person to eat and drink here is $20-$30 on average. read more

Great café to study or work from. Even though there's a steady flow of people coming in and out, it's surprisingly easy to find a table, which makes it a comfortable spot to settle in for a while. I've been here a few times now, and it's been a consistently good experience each visit. This time, I kept it simple and ordered a latte, which was just as good as I remembered, reliably well made and enjoyable. The staff is friendly and welcoming, which adds to the overall positive vibe of the place. I'll definitely be coming back and am looking forward to trying their bagels next time. read more

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4-5 stars. This is my first time at Influx Cafe, I would say it's near City College-- which I would classify as downtown. I think the layout of the interior is a bit odd. They could have more tables inside at least...the way it's laid out reminds me of An's Gelato in a way since they do have a big area to stand in line. I do have to say that the lighting fixtures in the wall are very modern and museum like. It's quite lovely. They do have large open windows at the front which allows light to flow through. They have side seating outdoors as well (just a few tables and benches along the exterior walls). In addition they have front seating as well which is nice. The menu is oddly placed on the left wall which is not the direction that people stand in line so you're reading the menu at a really odd angle. Really tiny font, red/black/white menu-- might be hard to read for some. They don't list out what other syrups besides vanilla and caramel they have. I ordered an Iced Caramel Latte and I did see Monin Syrup bottles lined up. I have to say that this caramel flavor was different than I expected but in a good way. It tasted more rich and and full bodied, the latte was creamy, and espresso was bold. I would come back and order again especially for the price it was ~ $5.95! read more

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I've been coming here for years. Love the vibe.l and local feel. Parking can be a bit tough depending on day/ time but usually pretty easy. I always get the mozz 2 and blended 1. I prefer this location over the little Italy and north park locations. Would recommend. read more

I ordered a white chocolate mocha with oatmilk and it was so good! 10/10 the espresso had great flavor! read more

Influx - Iced white chocolate mocha latte with oatmilk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Great coffee and amazing food Turkey Melt Bagel: The turkey melt comes with melted cheese and this delicious pesto on a bagel. It was a nice savory choice for breakfast Feta 3: The focaccia bread in this is delicious!! And the feta with olive & tapenade made every bite come together. We really enjoyed this one Sweet coffee shop overall to enjoy some delicious breakfast & coffee in Golden Hill read more

Influx - Turkey Melt & Feta 3 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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It's a nice cozy coffee shop in Little Italy. They serve coffee, salad, fruits, sandwiches, pastries, organic dishes and vegeterian food. They open @7:00 AM and close by 2:00 PM. It is pet friendly. They have indoor and outdoor seating. The employees were very nice and attentive. The service was outstanding We ordered: - Toasted everything Bagel  with cream  cheese       5/5 -Caramel latte  5/5 The caramel latte was very refreshing, perfect sweetness and had adequate amount of caramel. Their bagels were soft and chewy with generous amount of delicious cream cheese. So far, it was the Best Bagel I had ever tried in San Diego. We had extra Bagels for the following day, and they were very fresh and tasted the same as the day before. I will be back for sure to have more yummy bagels and try different drinks read more

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My neighborhood coffee shop that I walk by constantly, but don't go into nearly enough. Coffee is good and reasonably priced, their chai latte is also very tasty. Plenty of seating, inside and out, and always has people working on computers, reading, on a work break or coffee date.... Also lots of free street parking (two spots in front have meters, just go on the side street). Don't sleep on the sandwiches!!! The Feta 3 is my favorite, but haven't ordered one yet that I wouldn't recommend or get for myself again. Pro tip - get it to go and eat at the park or zoo. read more

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Oof. Coffee wasn't horrible, but this place had an insane amount of flies, I couldn't get over it to the point of throwing away my drink for fear of getting sick. read more

Influx is my go to place for the turkey pesto sandwich! Today I decided to get a Mexican mocha with extra cinnamon which was made delicious by barista. Thank you Influx! read more

Influx - Mexican mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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I've been coming here for over 15 years, and it's always been my go-to spot for sandwiches. As a local, I appreciate the fresh bread they bake every morning--even on days when it's not ready yet, I happily switch to a bagel. The Turkey #2 is my favorite, and I highly recommend pairing it with a vanilla latte with oat milk. The staff is wonderful and welcoming--they truly know their regulars. The ambiance is simple yet inviting, offering a quiet and aesthetic space to enjoy a meal. read more

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Service was a bit slow for a Tuesday morning and the drinks/food were alright. I was really excited for this place because of its bagel/sandwich options. They have a lot of vegan/vegetarian options in addition to the classics. I got the tuna melt bagel which was an open-faced sandwich. It was piping hot and the bagel itself was really nicely toasted. There was not a lot of tuna on the bagel and the flavor was a little bland. Also, I'm not sure why but the bagel was really greasy and the bottom of my plate was drenched with grease. The drink I got was a vanilla latte and I don't have much to say about it other than when I had initially gotten it it was lukewarm. For the amount of time it took to get our food (maybe 15 minutes when it was not too busy. Could have been an issue of staffing though because I only saw maybe 2 workers) and not many good things to say about it, I do not think it was worth it. Again, it was not horrible, but not impressive either. read more

Influx - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Service is quick and no nonsense. The Fanta is $4.50. The coffee was okay, could have tasted better. Tried to order the most common items so my son could eat something familiar. The gluten free 1 is $6.95 and for 3 pieces of bacon it's $2.50 more. My son did not like it lol, but he tanked his soda and had some bites of the brownie which was $5.95! Almost as much as the meal itself. There are a good amount of tables inside and out. We chose to sit outside because it was getting loud and echoey inside. This place seems to be a fixture in the community because the older woman at the register who took my order spoke to another woman seated near the front entrance and told her to pull her car forward to get into an actual parking space. Clearly there are regulars who come in and spend their mornings here. If you're on the go and need something fast this is the place to be. Otherwise, I'd advise people to just make your own food at home. read more

Influx - Gluten Free 1: Swiss cheese, no spinach, with bacon (+$2.50) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

This is a neighborhood joint I always pass so wanted to check it out. I unfortunately have to mimic all the other reviews: the customer service here really sucked. Like no energy, annoyed we were there, inconvenienced. Not at all what you want for your morning coffee place. With that said, the drinks and the food were good. We had an everything bagel with cream cheese. The bagel felt a bit small but it was still yummy. Dirty chai: leaned more on the tea side. Not my favorite but still good. Blended 3 (Madagascar vanilla and caramel): this was the yummier of the two. Frothy and sweet. For those worried about covid they still social distance when you order with a table between you and the cashier. Seating wise they have options inside but we opted for the outside. Parking wise: street parking and a few metered in front. A lot of people put their hazards on parked illegally and jumped out to grab a quick coffee which was amusing. All in all I'm not going out of my way to go here but if I'm in the neighborhood I'd swing by. I just won't expect a friendly face when I go. read more

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Location and ambiance is nice BUT the customer service was ridiculous. I was actually shocked at how unwelcoming and rude the barista, and the assistant helper were. Not a single smile, not a single hi how are you? Just what would you like. I find that really interesting because coffee shops should feel welcoming like you're entering somebody's home. Definitely not coming back if I feel like I'm a burden to people. But it's a great place to sit down and talk or study for sure. read more

Had a great lunch date here mid week. Super cute shop in Golden Hill with lots of options for vegetarians! I went with the feta sandwich that comes with the veggie patty and it was delicious! Also got a kombucha to drink. Prices were pretty reasonable for a cutesy sandwich shop. A couple of tables/chairs inside and outside out front and along the side. We chose something a little more private on the side patio. You put your order in at the front counter and then get a number and they deliver to your table. Food came out pretty fast. read more

Incredible Coffee - Home made muffins, Yogurt bowls, and Foccacia bread, great for breakfast and lunch....!!! Such a neighborhood treasure. The service is outstanding - as is the laid back Ambience. read more

Phenomenal! New to the Golden Hill area and this place has not only amazing coffee, but DELICIOUS FOOD!! You on your way downtown or to balboa park? Make a stop here, you won't regret it! Service is great, wait time is short and the area is beautiful. Outdoor seating and a designated pick area too for online orders. I ordered their turkey melt on an everything bagel and OH MY GOODNESS!! heaven.... Iced white mocha to pair it and my heart was sold. read more

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This place was good but really packed for a Friday morning! Food was good. Everything bagel is very good. Cute little spot! read more

Influx - a bagel and a sandwich on a table - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

The owner must've been having the worst day of her life when I showed up, because she decided to unleash her inner drill sergeant on an employee in front of the whole store. The crime? Adding cheese to a bagel. Like, my gal, it's just cheese. CALM DOWN. I paid for it, all you had to do was melt it on there, not melt down in front of us! It was super unprofessional, awkward for the customers, and straight-up cringe for the employee who, let's be honest, could've been spoken to like a human being instead of being yelled at like they committed a felony. A little kindness goes a long way! read more

Long overdue review. It's a super chill shop right by Golden Hill. The staff is also friendly during service, and there's space inside or outside to relax on. My go to is turkey number 2 (with focaccia) and a chai latte. Sandwich is just perfection, it's a simple and self explanatory sandwich but the way they put it together using their ingredients just brings something magical to it. Very sad they no longer have their chocolate croissant it was my favorite of all times. read more

Influx - Turkey 2 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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Cold brew is really good, not overly bitter and has a nice slight sweetness. I ordered mine black so nothing else in it. The sandwich was ok, I ordered the turkey sandwich and only ate half. They serve it kind of open face style but there was too much cheese for me so I left the other half. Not much parking around for those wondering and the inside is really nice and chill. I'll be back just ask for less cheese next time. read more

Influx - Turkey, pesto, and cheese on everything bagel. Too much cheese for me. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

This is my second time trying Influx (turkey 1 and Americano) and honestly, it's really good! The sandwhich is really filling and fresh and just good. Great even. I had the sandwhich on regular bread and bagel and it hits both ways haha. The service? Absolutely awesome, gave our dog a treat and kisses :D! read more

When visiting San Diego we stayed down the street from this cute little cafe for a couple nights of our trip. The first morning Influx seemed like a quick, close, and easy option with a tasty menu so we popped in for coffee and a breakfast sandwich. The bagels were sold out that day so we got croissant sandwiches instead. They were so tasty but left us wondering how good the bagels must be to be sold out so early in the morning! Long story short we came here every morning for breakfast. The entire menu is delicious and you won't be disappointed no matter what you order! The staff is super friendly and delivers your order to your table. Service is quick and even though there is a steady flow of traffic in and our you should have trouble finding a seat. Some tables are large and the other guests all seemed happy to welcome others to join their table. If you're in the area Influx is a must! read more

Influx - Croissant Scramble - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Stopped by this little gem since it's on my way to work. I was pleasantly surprised with the white chocolate mocha. I am usually hard to please with that one. I had one other the cheese danishes as well and it was fresh, light, crisp and sweet. Since then I have returned 3 more times and I have not been disappointed, the staff is nice and I definitely will be a regular. The menu is very intriguing and I am definitely interested in trying one of the many sandwiches. I've always been there when it's pretty empty but it has a good amount of seating and it feels like a cute local coffee shop, it's very chill. read more

My wife is Italian and she said the sandwiches are same as in Italy. The portion is good and bread is delicious.

What a fantastic tea latte! I found Influx on Yelp when I was in search of a morning tea. Upon looking at their website and their reviews, I realized they had loose leaf tea. Score! Just the right amount of steamed milk, and a very delicious tea. I appreciate, too, that they are still taking COVID-19 seriously. The table where you pay is separated back from the counter, and the staff are still wearing masks. When I have more time, I would definitely like to try some of their food. 2021: 8/100 read more

Nice little neighborhood coffee shop. Delicious sandwiches and coffee and a great place to meet up with friends for breakfast. It's just a little loud because of the concrete floors. read more

I never knew there was also an Influx location in Golden Hills until last week. The interior is sort of similar to the one in North Park however it is a bit older and mustier but more open. Parking here is super simple during the weekday since all the residents of this area have driven there cars away to work and there's barely any time restraints on the parking here - perfect for studying the whole day! In addition to having coffee and tea, they also have snacks which make it an even better study spot. They have bagels and sandwiches. I got an everything bagel with cream cheese and I like how they toasted it and spread the cream cheese for me instead of making me spread it myself. They also have accessible outlets for your laptop which is great. read more

Influx - 1.18.19 Everything bagel with cream cheese - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

The coffee and bagels were delicious. Highly recommend! It's a dog friendly coffee spot and I loved seeing everyone's dogs! They give the dogs treats too! It's so cute inside and clean! The staff was nice! read more

Influx - The BCT - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Great taste, and very good menu selection, I came for breakfast and it was delicious. If you come near-by you have to try it. Timings 6AM - 2PM read more

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Influx has the ABSOLUTE BEST scones I have ever tasted. And they have unique flavors every day - which is perfection. The banana nut is my favorite but they are all delicious. Highly recommend visiting this adorable shop when you're in San Diego. Plus! Their coffee and other food options are also . read more

Influx - Banana nut scone perfection - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

The veggie bagel is extremely delicious !!! Everything is super affordable :) I loved coming here

Influx Café is great! The Mozz 2 sandwich is really tasty, and the place is perfect for relaxing. The staff are friendly too. Highly recommended. read more

The tofu 1 sandwich with focaccia bread was amazing and the service was fast. There was also plenty of both indoor and outdoor seating. Would come here again! read more

Influx - Tofu 1 sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

There's a table between the cashier and where you order so when they speak really low and there's music and people talking you have no idea what they're say. The food is good and the drinks are good as well. The parking is also decent! read more

craving a bagel & coffee which influx had good reviews for! Spicy vegan bagel was good, on an everything bagel. We also ordered coffee, I had the iced vanilla latte however they seemed to forget the vanilla syrup. It was busy so I just added stevia and the latte itself was still good. It's a spacious coffee shop with large tables, great setting to come work or get some studying done. read more

Best coffee in SD, easily. Great bagels and sandwiches, try : PBA or turkey pesto sandwich. read more

Influx - PBA, (peanut butter, apple, cinnamon), on everything bagel. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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