I've been coming to Jason's since I began taking classes and started working at SWC. They have an amazing tea & coffee selection with affordable prices. Something I truly enjoy is that they offer sugar-free & dairy-free options on all beverages. As for bakery items, my favorite has to be the jalapeño & cheddar cheese bagel with the spicy cream cheese (I believe all their cream cheeses are homemade which is a huge plus). OH and the spinach bagel is to die far as well, but it does sell out very quickly. read more

This place was the bomb! Jason was always super cool and would crack a joke or two. His staff was also very friendly and on top of things. I'm sad this place is no longer here but we will never forget Jason. read more

Always a solid choice . Great choices available & friendly service. SWC should value this business before it catches other's attention.

I used to go there all the time when my schedule permit it. Taste beat starbucks or any other coffee shop that I've previously tried. Loved thir Frappuccinos and hot coffee. It's strong and delicious. Glad they are still there. read more

I have to give credit to my gf for introducing me to Jason's Courtyard, his delicious warm chai tea drink and chai teas in general. If it wasn't for her, I wouldn't have ever bought anything from Jason's. You see, I don't like coffee, so, therefore, I wouldn't even approach his stand. Even though, he does sell water, sodas, bagels, pastries and other good stuff. That was wrong of me. Ever since the day she let me have a sip of her chai tea, I instantly fell in love and was addicted. i do recall buying two chai teas daily for the following week. His chai teas are amazingly delicious! First of all, unlike many other coffee shops, he uses chai powder as appose to the syrup kind or chai tea bags, which simply, suck. Big thumbs up for that Jason.I do appreciate that I have the option of choosing organic soy milk over regular milk. And, I love adding a lot of cinnamon powder on top. It really enhances the flavor of the drink and I like the clumps of cinnamon when drinking the last few ounces of it. I have such an appreciation for the process of the drink. Of course, i'm writing strictly about the chai tea but he does sell many other drinks and coffees. And, he has many bagels, pastries, snacks, fruit, sandwiches, sodas, water and juices to chose from. The prices are extremely reasonable and he accepts cash, visa and mastercard. Another big thumbs up for accepting cards. I rarely have cash on me. Not only are you purchasing great tasting quality reasonable priced items, you will receive amazing and courteous customer service from Jason and january. These two are always in a happy mood with big bright smiles. I've noticed their always polite to every single customer. jason's Courtyard is an absolute must for every Southwestern College student, faculty, neighbors and friends. read more

Jason's Courtyard Cafe - the outside of the restaurant - Cafes Near Me - Chula Vista, California

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Oh man, I LOVES me some Jason's Courtyard Cafe! Jason and staff are awesome. They treat everyone like they've known them forever. They're amazing. Honestly? I like their drinks better than Starbucks. Yeah, I said it. I even love where the cart is located. There's such a peaceful vibe over there--a perfect little getaway from the hustle and bustle of work. My personal favorite: Divinity White Mocha (hot or iced) MMmmm! Overall: * Excellent and personable service with a smile * Fast and clean * Quality coffee (aka heaven in a cup) * Fresh food and a nice variety of snacks. What's NOT to love? My only suggestion: Get XL cups! Lol. Love my Large coffee but there's days when Mama needs a XL!! Can I get an amen??? read more

Jason's Courtyard Cafe - Typical walk to Jason's coffee cart. Gorgeous. {Jan '13} - Cafes Near Me - Chula Vista, California

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I've been coming to Jason's since I started college at SWC a few years ago. Hands down, my absolute favorite coffee shop in all of San Diego! I'm not an avid coffee drinker, but the coffee here has been a saving grace for me. I love their coffee because it's sweet, but not overwhelmingly sweet. I order their ice coffee all year round, but sometimes I order their hot coffee, which tastes just as great. My favorite drinks are the Polar Bear and the Divinity, but I heard all the drinks here are very delicious. Not to mention, their coffee is A LOT cheaper and I personally think it's better compared to Starbucks. I stopped getting Starbucks in the mornings before class because I knew the coffee at Jason's was more worth my money. Unfortunately I graduated from SWC this year, so I'm very sad I don't have access to Jason's all the time anymore. :( My sister started attending SWC though, so sometimes I ask her to bring some of their coffee back home for me, haha. It's that good!! If you're a student at SWC, please take advantage of this little coffee shop during your time there, you won't regret it! read more

This cute little cafe is so convenient for me because I work at the Writing Center right next to it. When I'm feeling down, I get an iced chai tea latte to pick me up. Their snacks pair well with their drinks, also. Friendly service all the time! read more

Jason's Courtyard Cafe - a hand holding a cup of iced coffee - Cafes Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Love Jason's! I'm obsessed with their lose leaf chai tea latte. Order one every time I'm on campus! Also love their cheddar jalapeño bagels w/ the house made vegetable cream cheese. It's heaven! Service can be a bit slow when they're busy, but totally worth the wait! I personally prefer Starbuck's coffee options, but Jason's teas are unbeatable. Overall love this Jason's Courtyard, I'm going to miss it when I transfer out of SWC. read more

The staff that works there is really nice and welcoming. Price is fairly cheap compared to your standard Starbucks drinks. All the drinks i've had here taste good as well. Can't go wrong with this place when getting a coffee. read more

COFFEE IS AFFORDABLE & DELISH I am here everyday, my favorite is the border mocha. BUT , I really do not like the girls that work here, they always give me the dirtiest look, it is so sad because the owner is the sweetest... read more

Jason's Courtyard Cafe - My favorite! - Cafes Near Me - Chula Vista, California

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Super super good place amazing coffee amazing people! I am missing it so much I ordered the grizzly bear and I gotta say it's probably my favorite coffee drink anywhere! Can't wait to go back! read more

I am so glad that Jason's is on campus. I stop by almost every day for a cup of coffee or tea. The people that work there are really cool, and most remember me and have a kind word that starts my day off on the right foot. Oh, and the pumpkin muffin is pretty delish, too! read more

I hate to be the one to give this cafe 4 stars, but it's only because about almost every employee there has poor customer service. Every time I decide to get coffee here in hopes of receiving better service as well, I don't. They disappoint me because they don't really have manners. I felt like I was the only one saying please and thank you. I don't know about you, but I certainly would like to hear that. Today when I ordered my drink they didn't even call it out so I know that it was ready. Sigh, hopefully next time it's a better experience. Other than that, I really do love their coffee. Something about the drinks keep me coming back because of their quality of the taste is so rich. My favorite would have to be the divinity and pumpkin chai during the fall season. read more

Great coffee and tea! Service is the best and friendly atmosphere make this the spot to be on campus read more

Jason's Courtyard Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Omg best coffee ever! Literally ever. I think this is what i will miss the most of SWC i cant even choose a favorite but maybe the border mocha reminds me of Champurrado but with coffee so practically a dream come true lol anyway the only reason I don't consider this place five stars is because of the girls who work here most of them have a really bad attitude and its sad because the owner is the sweetest person ever and you can tell how much he loves his business and these girls give the place a bad image But coffee wise WAY BETTER THAN STARBUCKS read more

I love my coffee, mostly in the morning but anytime during the day for pick me up is great and Jason Courtyard Cafe is the place. I just asked Jason to make whatever he wants and knowing me he does, not too sweet but always a delightful tasty surprise! Jason enjoy want he does and it shows, even though I Graduated from SWC, I still go back now and then to visited and always stop by Jason 's Courtyard for my special coffee. Thanks for you and your staff, Peace love with lots of hugs! Marlene S. aka Flower Child read more

Jason himself is a wonderful person with a great personality (he's sarcastic) if you have a sense of humor and love coffee stop by here. I'm never disappointed with my order and his staff is very kind as well! read more

Have to say... from the customer service to the coffee, everything is fantastic! I absolutely love that they use organic coffees (that taste delicious) and will happily make you any drink combination you desire. This is hands down, the best coffee I have ever had and Jason is an absolute pleasure. Try it, you won't be disappointed! read more

Love love love this place!!! I'm a student here and I'm so happy to have a local coffee business on campus! Such a cute little cart and love the service! Polar bear is my favorite but I'm always excited to try new things here as well! Iced and hot! I love that this coffee cart uses the square for cards! It emails you your receipt and your on your way! I'm only here at school on mwf and leaving to go away to school next semster and I'm so sad to leave this coffee! I even come here on my days off from school for my coffee! Way better then Starbucks, they don't burn their coffee and it's a lot more affordable for what your getting and supporting!!! GO GO GO! You won't be disappointed! read more

I currently attend Southwestern college and no coffee, latte, or tea place is better on campus than Jason's! Not only is Jason friendly but so is his entire staff. I usually order a soy chai latte or a dirty chai along with a scone. One time they forgot about my order but it didn't take them long AT ALL to realize they forgot my order. I really appreciate that they notice that if a customer has been standing longer than a few minutes they ask what their order was again. PLUS, the employee upgraded my drink for free for making me wait so long (which really wasn't long at all). The coffee is a great morning smell to pass by while walking to class. For a small business they are growing strong despite the mediocre Starbucks on campus! read more

Jason is great! I make time to stop by before class. The polar bear drink and the chai are my favorite drinks. Drinks are done quickly and I take mine to class read more

This is my favorite place at SWC to get coffee. Definitely a much bigger selection compared to other places on campus. The pastries are delicious and fresh. The coffee is really good and strong and reasonably priced since its organic. So far I've recieves excellent customer service and they are quick with orders. read more

I come here almost every morning to get my Large Iced chai latte and every time the staff is always super nice and full of energy!

Aw, man. Summer 2011: I had to take a 9 week Intermediate Algebra course over here because my school was closed for the summer. I was super bummed. Hated math (thank god that changed). 1 hour 45 minute public transit ride there and back (3 buses, 1 trolley). SUCH a bummer. My daily interactions with Jason and his staff made those weeks tolerable. They were always so cheerful, friendly, lovely. I think back on that summer fondly because of my experience at Jason's. Thanks, guys! read more

I absolutely love coming here. The energy of the employees is positive and energetic. The coffee is great quality-they is certified fair trade organic coffee beans. Love it! read more

Good coffee, but the girl there was rude. She asked if I wanted soy also since thats how my friend ordered it. I didnt understand her the first time and she said it again but that time she raised her voice at me. Im always nice to employees but if they get an attitude I do too. It was awkward from that point and she just gave my dirty looks as I waited for my coffee. read more

Great customer service. Always convenient walk from whichever class. Great scenery too. Very polite people all the time. Will def be back soon especially this coming fall or if i have an evening course. I think the Milky Way Coffee is my fave. read more

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Jason's Courtyard Cafe! I am the type of person that needs coffee every day, and lucky for me Jason's Courtyard Cafe always provides an exceptional selection of delicious coffee. I have been a customer of Jason's for a while now, and I not only love the coffee, but I love the incredible customer service as well. Jason and his staff are very customer conscious, and if you are a regular it doesn't take them long to remember your order. They are all very amiable, and I insist it must be Jason's mission to make every customer happy, because I always find myself cracking up when I'm there chatting with Jason and his staff. Jason's is truly the best cafe; I'm always walking away with a scrumptious cup of coffee in hand, and a smile on my face. read more

The number one thing I'll miss from SWC. Jason's kept me up during classes and started my day right. Jason is a very nice person and the staff is friendly as well. Coffee is extremely good. Order the polar bear. (Warning: you'll be addicted) read more

This place rocks! I always get a blended soy chai no coffee just blended chai with soy&&& cinnamon! So bomb!

Best place to get coffee! All natural good prices especially!!! If I want coffee that's the place i go to, good customer service

My office is on the opposite side of SWC and next to a very convenient cafe that's part of a national chain. I still walk across campus and get my coffee from Jason's. The expresso drinks are delicious and reasonably priced, and the regular coffee is amazing. There's always a good selection of roasts available, too. The baked goods are fresh, and the rotating selection of fruits, granola bars, and cookies gives the selection variety. Highlights: regular coffee, Border Mochas, homemade spicy cream cheese on a jalapeño-cheese bagel, and the warm and wonderful customer service. read more

I am a coffee fanatic (probably not a good thing) but Jason has the best coffee out there, even better then Starbucks. He and his staff are the nicest people. read more

Everyone should get the polar bear!!! Iced or hot both of it taste pretty good. It's a nice pit stop right before or after class. You can also grab some snacks like bagels and cookies, most of all the pound cake is really good. read more

Love my polar bear whether it is cold or hot! I honestly crave the coffee when I'm not on campus... Best Coffee ever , totally beats Starbucks any day! Wish there was another location of campus! Oh well, Thanks Guys :D read more

I spend way too much money here. I always get the iced PB, but there's a lot of other interestingly named drinks. I'm sure they all taste just as good + give that extra caffeine boost any time of the day. read more

Best place to get your coffee or in my case tea! Jason and all the people working at Jason's Courtyard Café always receive their customers with a smile and their service is great. I like going there because the teas are delicious, let them be hot or cold I enjoy them both, and I especially like that they are organic. Whenever I try something new they always surprise me with the delicious flavors and the perfect combinations; I tried the Chai Latte and ever since I am hooked! If I liked their teas before, now I LOVE them. I also fell in love with the muffins and other seasonal treats Jason has, the ones with pumpkin are my favorite! It has become a habit for me now to go to Jason's at any time but I especially like to go there during my evening class break because I can get a delicious tea to warm me up. I recommend Jason's Courtyard Café 100%, believe me you will not regret it and your tummy and heart will thank you for it. read more

I am a student at Southwestern College and I stop by Jason's every day I am on campus! The service is fast and friendly; the staff knows just how I like my coffee or tea. If I can't decide on my drink for the day, Jason, January, or Sholida always make me a delicious coffee or tea. Great customer service, and the pastries, coffee, and teas can't be beat! read more

Awesome place but hard to find. I didn't know it was on Southwestern College campus. Food is great!