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    4.7 (97 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Betty M.

    Visiting San Diego for a few days and always looking to try new coffee spots. Today we went to Ko's Coffee in the East Village near Petco Park. We're not into fancy drinks, just a good drip coffee. Along with the warmed butter croissant, Ko's hit the spot. The service was friendly, decor has a cozy, relaxing vibe as well as a few tables along the tree lined street. The area isn't too busy with traffic (people/cars), so it was pleasant sitting out doors. We'd be back again!! Went back today because of the great experience we had yesterday. Disappointingly, my coffee was bitter. As I was waiting for our order, my coffee was sitting while a new pot had to be made for my husband's. I tried to drink it, but could not. I went in and spoke to the gentleman about my coffee and he graciously replaced it. customer service will bring us back again!

    Iced chai with oat milk and honey
    Bethany C.

    The customer service is great. Friendly and fast. I feel like that is something they're doing right here! The iced chai on the other hand is entirely too sweet. I didn't finish it, like left over 2/3 of it. It's premade and didn't appear to come out of a box which I did appreciate but the sugar, oh my gosh. I'm usually a hot chai person, and I do add honey so maybe that was my mistake but that is my signature drink and I've never had an issue anywhere else in the city. The place was busy so maybe their other drinks would have been better. I just wouldn't recommend the iced chai. The Mexican mocha had the exact opposite problem. It wasn't sweet at all. Not sure if that's the intention I just wasn't a fan. Super chill vibes inside, but it is nosy. Outdoor seating was pretty clean and so was the inside!

    Papi Latte: Pistachio latte
    Joe C.

    Went here right at opening on a Sunday and they staff was very friendly and welcoming. I went with the Greek mastic coffee. It was my first time trying it. It wasn't bad. It has a very distinct flavor profile to it and is very gritty so beware. My buddy got the Turkish coffee which was not your traditional Turkish coffee. It just seemed like espresso. No notes of cardamom or floral flavor. It was a smooth espresso but didn't seem like a traditional Turkish coffee. I also got the Papi latte with coconut milk and a few friends got other drinks. They were all good, but they are heavy on their milk pours so the lattes were very light and a bit too milky for most of us. The shop is very welcoming and they have a good amount of seating inside and out. Presentation and ambiance were just normal. Nothing special.

    Turkey Pesto Sandwich: Ciabatta bread with turkey, pesto, cheddar cheese and garlic mayo
    Steph L.

    Located close to Petco park. Small amount of seating inside and out. Very little parking in the area. Either paid lots or metered. Order at register and grab a number. Drinks picked up on right side, food picked up on left side. Extra $1 for alternative milks. Tried: Peanut butter latte $7.25 - rich and nutty. For those who love peanut butter. Einspanner latte $7.50 - just okay. Had a ton of cacao powder on top of the cold foam. Turkey pesto ciabatta sandwich $12.75 - wasn't really a fan.

    Peanut Butter Iced Latte
    Denise C.

    This coffee shop is tucked away in downtown and a bit hidden. Parking can be a challenge and you have to pay. This coffee shop is absolutely worth it though. The café has a relaxing, welcoming atmosphere, and the staff were incredibly friendly. I ordered the peanut butter iced latte after seeing it all over social media, and it definitely lived up to the hype. It was smooth, creamy, and had the perfect peanut butter flavor. As a huge peanut butter fan, this is easily one of my new favorite coffee drinks. I'll definitely be back to order it again!

    Matcha Tea Latte
    Rina H.

    I got the iced Matcha latte with almond milk and sugar sugar-free vanilla syrup. I like that they don't charge extra for non-dairy milk or flavorings. I will say I was disappointed when I saw him pouring out the Matcha that was already pre-mixed, for $7.50 I would have preferred it to be made fresh on the spot. The service is quick, and there's indoor and outdoor seating options. I could definitely picture myself bringing a laptop and working here for a few hours. It's a pretty mellow spot. I didn't get to try any of the pastries, but they looked good.

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    Halle J.

    I liked the peanut butter latte- surprise, it tastes like peanut butter lol! Service was fast and friendly, I went close to when they opened and a line was already forming!

    Seasonal Biscoff Latte
    Sally T.

    AMAZING. I will be back. I'm happy I got to try. I never want the biscoff latte to leave :')

    Yung C.

    Got this drink from my student since he knows I like matcha lattes and he wanted me to try his favorite shop in downtown. If you like matcha and pistachio, this is definitely a must-try! :) I love trying new flavors and this is a good mix! Love the cream foam on top. Can't wait to go there in person and try more things!

    Peanut Butter Latte
    Chris M.

    Carlos Santana sang about her...Maria, Maria! Well, Kos has a Maria and she's one of the most friendly people I've met in a long time! It was so soooo nice chatting with her. Small world when we actually talk...communicate. Her daughter is a fellow runner! The spot is like the perfect street corner coffee shop. The junkies in the area kinda suck but it is what it is downtown nowadays. Don't let it deter ya from trying this place out. Ok, so the drink...this Peanut Butter Latte is unreal! I was immediately intrigued and it was a great choice.

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    Mya T.

    Went on a hangout day with my niece and we tried the pistachio matcha and the caramel latte. I loved my matcha, I felt like there was a good balance of flavors with the pistachio. My niece also liked her latte, she said next time she would add more caramel. Good amount of seating and right across from the library which was nice !

    The Kos Latte: Pistachio and Matcha with almond milk and cold foam (half sweet)
    Teresa S.

    As a Matcha lover, I approve of this spot for Matcha. Located by Petco park in a small corner area. Parking is a hassle but that's nothing new when you're in downtown, so plan on searching for parking. It's worth the time. Inside, was modern and has adequate seating. The service was pleasant and my drink was made in decent timing. I ordered The Kos Latte: Organic Matcha, Pistachio Cream And Cold foam with almond milk. I ordered it half sweet since I wanted to taste the purity of the matcha. It did not disappoint. The drink was so creamy and rich with a nutty pistachio and matcha flavor. I savored every sip. I also appreciate the fact that they offer different cup size options and not just one size for all drinks. Glad I tried this place and I will be returning for more matcha and other items. Thanks Kos Coffee for putting so much passion into every drink.

    Kos Latte $7.25 without tax included
    Leanne C.

    Ordered a small Kos Latte with soy milk on a Sunday morning. I want to say it looked like a 12 oz cup. It cost $7.25 without tax/tip included. I could taste the pistachio. If you like your matcha sweet, this one is for you. They added sprinkles of pistachio on it as well which was a nice touch. However, I couldn't really taste the matcha as much as I wanted. Kos is right next to the library and also near Petco Park. Paid parking available and one 15 min slot just right next to it if you're lucky. Bathroom available WiFi available Couch Indoor seating Outdoor seating

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    Very nice place and we love the tea and coffee wonderful place love the people please come check them out.

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    Been coming here for a few weeks, great coffee. Peanut butter latte is super good too.

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    I would've recommended this place because it's clean and the ingredients seem very honest and true…read moreto the description. but i had a little bit of unfortunate experience tonight because of the service. here's what happened... i got here at 9:05pm. i saw the store hours was until 930pm on Thursdays. i only ordered 1 passion mango drink and a crunchy bowl for $23. after i placed my order, i even tipped $5 (IN CASH) to the worker and she sees me place the tip in the jar. i felt bad for ordering within 30 minutes of closing. but i did not expect the worker to be in a noticeably bad mood as she was taking my order. she was extremely short with me this whole time. she didn't exchange pleasantries such as good evening or thank you. here's more bad experience from that night: when i got my orders: passion mango drink, it was half the cup as you see in the picture. and the bowl was uncovered. she just left my orders on the counter without proper notice. i felt scared to ask for a cover for the bowl. so i just left. i don't know man, i just felt like crap after that experience.

    Stopped by on a rainy day and I was pleasantly surprised to find their açaí is more like Brazilian…read moreaçaí than the sweet, açaí most people are used to. I wasn't a fan of the employees attitudes. You could tell they didn't want to be there and didn't want to interact with people at all. We tried the Tiger açaí bowl and I thought it was soo good! Although, I would argue there is no way I received "double strawberry" as the menu stated I should. It was literally 2 strawberries cut into multiple pieces. That's pretty rude if that's actually considered double. Especially when I paid $17 for this. Other than the lack of strawberries, the amount received of the other ingredients was very proportional and enjoyable. I really liked that the açaí wasn't overly sweet and the layering they did was perfect. I saw multiple reviews upset by the presentation of these bowls and I think the business could use some explanation to their customers that come in. Like asking if it's their first time, then explaining the concept to them if it is. I've had similar bowls before so I wasn't shocked by the protein powder or the layering, etc. The price is way too high for the small cup you get. Nearly $20 is not worth it to me especially when they don't give an appropriate amount of fruit. While I enjoyed it, I cannot justify paying for it again. Flavor gets a solid 4 but it dropping a star because of the employees attitudes and absurd price.

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