Mikara Cafe was such a great find! My friend has been obsessed with this place for a while, and now I totally understand why. Hehe. The cafe is super cute, with plenty of indoor seating if you want to stay and enjoy your drink. The staff were incredibly accommodating with all of our little tweaks and requests, which I always appreciate. We ordered the pistachio latte, and it was delicious. Instead of using a pistachio syrup, they make it with pistachio powder, which gave it a much more subtle, balanced flavor that really let the coffee shine. They also have a bathroom in the back, and parking is super easy since it's in a strip mall. Overall, such a lovely experience, and I'll definitely be back! read more

Mikara Cafe - Pistachio latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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They need more people working. The girl who was working alone was killing it but she shouldn't have to have a line of that many people waiting. Management and owners need to staff their cafes so the staff has support. Don't get the food, isn't worth it. Quick smoothie to give a local spot a chance. Disappointed in the lack of support for the single girl working and the quality of ingredients. No flavor at all had to request whatever sauces they had in the back Interior is like a goodwill haul, the bathroom is severely confusing in design and felt dirty and very out dated. read more

Was at Kaiser and found this cafe near by.... HAPPY FIND!! We were greeted right away and the cashier gave us great suggestions. Great music & chill vibes.... What we ordered: * Turkey Avocado Delight Sandwich * Baklava Pistachio Square * Banana Oat Latte - 1/2 sweet * Strawberry Matcha - 1/2 sweet Everything we ordered was great. Our sandwich was super fresh. Croissant was buttery & flaky. The hubby's matcha wasn't super grassy. My latte was DELICIOUS. Baklava was warm & very tasty. This is a great little spot near the hospital. We can't wait to visit again. read more

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It's a super cute cafe with nice music playing. The barista & is very kind and is helpful if you have any questions. The Bakalava was moist and had plenty of filling inside. I ordered a pesto mozerella and she made it so fast I truly appreciate the service! read more

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Small and cute coffee and tea shop with plenty of parking. I had the banana matcha which was delicious! Fresh banana muddled with matcha tea hit the spot. No syrup here! Also had the cinnamon sugar croissant which was warmed up to perfection.They have a variety of toasts, açaí bowls and sandwiches. Will definitely be back to try out other offerings as everything looked like it was freshly made to order. read more

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Stopped by before work and ordered a banana matcha and a garden bagel (on a croissant). The young lady who helped me was really sweet and helpful. She recommended both items I ordered and made sure to let me know they had two matcha options (one sweetened and one not). Since I told her I like a strong matcha flavor and not too sweet, she recommended going with the unsweetened one and not adding additional sugar because the banana syrup was sweet enough. She was not wrong, the matcha was great and I'm happy I can taste both the banana flavor and the matcha flavor. Overall, great establishment and yummy goods read more

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I think I have fallen in love with the Dubai chocolate covered strawberries. I came here with a friend for breakfast/brunch and we had our little white dog with us. They are very dog friendly. This is a great little spot to hang out and enjoy delicious treats/food. I ordered the smoked salmon and avocado, which was absolutely delicious as they use some sort of creamy dill-based sauce that was not just umami, but had a bit of a zest to it too. What a unique flavor! The salmon was nice and fresh. My friend ordered the breakfast sandwich which was satisfactory. Now, I never really understood the Dubai chocolate craze, but after ordering the fruit cup, which is Dubai chocolate including pistachio and kadaif draped over fresh strawberries, I fell in love with this. I usually don't like anything too sweet and this was just a perfect balance of sweetness with a tart of the strawberries. Everything felt light and fresh and not processed or in excess. In other words, the right amount for me. I would've loved to try some of the interesting drink flavors like the banana latte but we had our fill. Service was great and the staff was very prompt and helpful. Despite having maybe one or two personnel working in the back/counter, you can tell they are working hard, especially when it started getting busier close to lunchtime. The interior feels spacious in spite of the size and it is cleanly kept. The garbage was starting to overflow though and we mentioned it for them to address. They have this cool Faux moss wall decor that looks attractive. They also have a few board games if you wanna hang out here with friends and grab a snack and drinks. I love supporting small businesses and I do recommend people come and check this spot out. If I lived in the area, I would definitely like to come back regularly. read more

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Wife and I came by In between her appointments to grab a coffee and something to eat. This place is really good and recommend it if in the area. There are a bunch of places here but it is a healthy food choice. I had a Strawberry Matcha and my wife had Banana oat Latte tasted like a liquid banana nut muffin. We shared a turkey croissant and a Pistachio Baklava. Can't wait to come back and try other things. Great vibe and music. read more

Mikara Cafe - Perfect combo - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

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Located within the shopping center, ample of parking. There was only one person working and she was the sweetest. This place is dog friendly and has a water bowl out. They even offered my doggie a pup cup. We ordered the açaí bowl and they were great! There is music playing and usually a few people on their laptop. read more

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"Is this a cafe or a spa?" When we walked in, our family were the only customers in the store and the barista greeted us with a calm, friendly demeanor. Soft music played overhead and a fragrant candle burned in the corner. The foliage lined walls made me start thinking we walked into the wrong place. We were about to have an experience not a lunch; what we thought was going to be a simple stop, turned into a three course private meal (without a reservation!) if you count coffee. The Turkish coffee was so robust and flavorful, the croissant so fresh and buttery, the toast so perfectly seasoned, and the açaí bowl so brilliant in the basics. The food was a labor of love and diligence. For those looking for the quick fix, your spot is on the other side of the plaza (you know who you are). Come here when you want an experience. We were so impressed we decided to try a desert; be careful promising deserts to kids who eat all their food. The pistachio baklava did not disappoint. I am most impressed with Mikara's ability to do so many things so well. The menu was vast for such a small spot and the range of items we tasted tested that. The food tested so fresh and crafted with care. The cafe was a haven from the hustle and bustle outside and I -for one - am here for it. read more

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Such a cute place! Great music, and the staff is extremely kind. We tried the hazelnut latte, the banana latte, and the americano; they were all delicious. We also ordered a Nutella crepe, turkey avocado delight, and sunrise breakfast. All tasted great! We will definitely be back! read more

Mikara Cafe - Banana Oat Espresso Latte Americano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Mikara Cafe underwent an ownership change earlier this year after the suite had been the home of an Italian-style cafe. The layout of the space was clean and modern with several tables for on-site dining. There were plenty of open spots in the parking lot as this section of the plaza didn't appear to be as busy as other parts. The menu was more traditional and wasn't focused on Italian fare. Hot drinks, iced drinks, shakes, and smoothies were the beverage categories. The hot drinks were available in 12 and 16 oz sizes while the other categories only had a 16 oz serving. For food, the choices ranged from acai bowls, toasts/sandwiches, parfaits, salads, and sweet creations. I planned to hang around a bit to use their free WiFi so I chose a Mango Smoothie and an Eggs, Ham, and Cheese Sandwich. The smoothie was standard with a good fruity taste. The sandwich consisted of scrambled eggs, Swiss cheese (my choice), and thin slices of ham on a croissant. I liked the use of a croissant over regular bread because it was buttery and flaky. The staff was very pleasant and welcoming during my visit. I gave my experience at Mikara Cafe an easy four star rating. read more

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Plenty of parking spaces shared in a huge shopping lot. Have gender specific restrooms available. Seating inside and outside. You order at the counter, then serve yourself once your order is ready. We got the classic açaí and Dubai crepe. The açaí came with fresh strawberries and bananas. Not out of the ordinary but it was refreshing and a good amount for $11. The $14 Dubai crepe came with a lot of Nutella spread between the crepe and on top. Carefully placed fresh strawberries covered the top along with pistachio cream, kunafa and pistachio crumbles. I wish the kunafa would have been a bit more crunchy as it was a bit on the soft/stale side. With the thin crepe and sweetness, it was still good. The cafe was clean and the staff were super friendly and polite. It looked like they had a lot of regulars that came by who knew them by first name basis. read more

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DONT GET ICED LATTES HERE. I'd definitely take that banana oat latte off the menu. It was literally straight banana mashed on the bottom of the cup. When drinking it you just get lumps of banana in your mouth. It was a very lazy latte, feels like they added that to the menu just to stay on trend. I'd improve the latte and incorporate the banana in a foam on top or blend it into the milk better. I asked for a vanilla latte instead and it was overly sweet and so much just milk I couldn't taste the coffee. Service was very good, a little slow but they were very accommodating. The sunrise sandwich I got was also ok. Nothing to memorable. I could make that at home with a Costco croissant. I can only speak on those two things. Maybe other stuff is good but what I got was very disappointing. I definitely wouldn't come back. Too much money for what I got. read more

Stopped by after work for a a treat and coffee Service: 10/10 Not sure if he was a manager, but the gentleman was extremely kind and professional. I ordered through grub hub, so on my way home after work I could pick it up. I went to the cashier and was speaking to her about my order, he came around the corner and introduced himself and told me my order would be coming out shortly. When I left he greeted me by my name. I was treated like I was a regular customer there. Which was so refreshing and pleasant especially being my first time there. Pistachio Latte w/oat milk: 8/10 Creamy and tasty. The only thing I would improve on is a stronger espresso shot. Dubai Chocolate fruit cup:10/10 Sweet and soft strawberries Perfect resting chocolate and pistachio cream. This place is super clean and cute. I will definitely be back to try food, treats, and more coffee! Try them out! read more

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Food was delicious very hearty sandwich. Fresh ingredients. Lots of flavor. The vanilla bean Latte was so good! Super friendly staff and very clean atmosphere. Loved it. read more

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I recently returned to Mikara Cafe and had the Iced Pistachio Latte and their Peanut Butter Banana Toast and they were delicious. The pistachio Latte was one of the best I have had in San Diego! It's not a surprise since they use a real pistachio powder, not those flavored syrups, and real chopped pistachios in the beverage. It is delicious and you get that terrific pistachio flavor right up front, followed by the espresso, and then the rest of the ingredients. It's a great Pistachio Latte available hot or cold. The peanut butter banana and nutella toast was bliss. It came on a toasted square sourdough slice topped with quality peanut butter, freshly sliced banana wedges, a generous drizzle of Nutella, and crushed peanuts for a garnish and texture. This toast was wonderful. I would certainly order it again. The quality of the products coming out of Mikara Cafe are outstanding, not to mention delicious. I do recommend it. There's plenty of parking available. read more

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UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT! Excellent parking too. Many new items; never B 4 served here. Friendly staff. Dubai chocolates, various coffees, and an array of fresh pastries. read more

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I love trying new cafes and this is definitely one to come back to aside from the delicious drinks the banana matcha has real fresh banana in it definitely one of the best I've ever had so far!they have the best customer service super welcoming and friendly and just over the moon sweet!!! The sandwiches are absolutely amazing and well made super fresh ingredients!! The cafe has everything from sweet to savory parking is no issue and the music is always on point! 10/10 recommend! I have never ran to write a review so fast! read more

Mikara Cafe - Banana Matcha Latte Mango Smoothie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Man o man, that hot latte was terrible and difficult to drink. I didn't bother asking her to fix it, just drank half and bounced. I never leave coffee behind, but I had to this time read more

A long-overdue review of Mikara under its new management: the customer service is genuinely some of the best you'll ever experience in a casual restaurant setting, and the salmon toast is hands down the best I've ever had. Marcus, the new owner, creates such a welcoming atmosphere with his hospitality and attention to every guest that you can tell he truly cares about the experience people have when they walk through the door. Every detail, from the warm service to the quality of the food, makes this place stand out. read more

Mikara Cafe - Avocado Salmon Toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Took 10 minutes to make two drinks with two staff. I had to leave because my beverage was still behind one other drink and I didn't have time to stay another 10 minutes. The interior is interesting, and clean, which is a good sign. Your staff need training, Marcus. I can train them. read more

I can't say I would recommend the avocado toast. It was avocado slices which was odd, I added egg and there was some balsamic with arugula on top. It was just OK for $12. The turkish pistachio latte was pretty good but also pretty expensive. I might try other things in the future from here but was a little disappointed... read more

I stopped by Mikara Cafe because it's a new spot in the area and I was curious to check it out. The owner who I think was the guy working was genuinely so kind and welcoming. You can tell he really cares about what he's building. I got a heart-shaped strawberry pistachio dessert that was not only cute but really good, and a hazelnut latte that totally surprised me. I'm pretty picky about coffee, and I usually hate when it's overly sweet, but he actually asked how sweet I wanted it, which made all the difference. It was honestly one of the best coffees I've had in a while. They also have viral Dubai Chocolate Strawberries here!! I'll be back for them next. PS. This place was open today, Sunday, so hours need to be fixed on here. read more

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Delicious coffee and amazing Dubai chocolate strawberry! We came for their grand opening and met Marcus the owner, such a sweet gentleman. Can't wait to come back and try more stuff! read more

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Their food and coffee is really good and the place is very clean. The staff were very friendly. We definitely recommend this place.

Nice cafe with good atmosphere. I got the shaken affogato. It was good along with the cinnamon oat latte. Packed for a Tuesday morning. Wifi was good to work with. Service was excellent, 5 stars! Barista was very sweet and you could tell she cares about each customer enjoying their drink. Definitely will be back. read more

When I first came to Mikara, I got the pistachio latte iced. The barista asked how it was and I said it was good but would be better if they added actual pistachios. She did!! It was amazing! Since then I have ventured and have tried other coffees, matcha, and food. All of it has been good. As of lately my kick has been their strawberry matcha. Not only does it taste like strawberry milk but it has the caffeine of matcha! Double win! My daughter does not like matcha but actually liked this drink. So triple win! In the picture is the Nutella iced latte and of course strawberry matcha. If you haven't tried it, you should. Oh and they are dog friendly. 4 wins! read more

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Great ambiance with soft music and friendly owner. Delicious pistachio latte, taste tested the oat milk vs almond milk. We were split but Almond milk was my favorite. Amazing alternative to Starbucks across the parking lot. read more

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Fist time having a Banana matcha and it was so good. Daughter had strawberry match latte was and really enjoyed it read more

Mikara Cafe - Banana Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Visiting San Diego from Colorado, and was looking for a special treat close to the place I was staying. Gave Miata a try because I wanted a yummy coffee and had never had Dubai chocolate. This little cafe did not disappoint! The staff was friendly and warm. The cafe was clean and bright. And the coffee (iced hazelnut latte) was really tasty--perfectly sweet and caffeinated. The Dubai chocolate treat was so good. This small cup of pistachio, strawberries, and shredded phyllo wa read more

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Drove by with the intention of getting a Starbucks, but decided to drive around and glad we did because we find this cute cafe. From the movement we walked in we where greeted with the barista. He was very nice and professional, since it was our first time, he suggested a couple of drinks. I decided to go with an iced coffee with real vanilla bean, my daughter got a plain matcha. It was so good. What I liked was the fact that they try to use natural as possible natural flavoring for flavoring your drinks instead of all that artificial stuff. Which I appreciate, and think it's really unique. I will definitely be back. read more

Mikara Cafe - Iced coffee with vanilla bean - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

A hidden gem of a cafe that will delight your tastebuds from drinks to the latest Dubai chocolate trends. They have seats inside to spend a while in air conditioned comfort with WiFi too! Marcus, the owner was very pleasant and friendly. If you have a sweet tooth or just wanted a cup of coffee, come here to support your local businesses. Plenty of parking too! read more

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This place is a gem! The service was friendly and the coffee is delicious. I also grabbed a sandwich for lunch and it was great. Cute little spot for good coffee and food. read more

Amazing place to hangout and have some unique drinks and bites . Highly recommend their Matcha drinks and crepes! read more

Great place! I had been going to the previous cafe for a while. When I arrived today I saw it is now Mikara and operating under new ownership. It is definitely a great place with very friendly staff. I ordered a dirty chai and it was delicious! I then got the Dubai chocolate strawberry cup for my daughters and it was super fresh and fantastic! I look forward to going back and trying more menu items. read more

Mikara Cafe - Dubai Chocolate Fruit Cup - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Cute place to spend time with friends. They have a great menu selection of sweet items to savory as well. read more

Mikara Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

I went there last Saturday, the place was so beautiful and chill. I got to do my work in peace. I ordered Turkish Hazelnut drink, and omg it was so delicious. My friends ordered food and drinks and they said it was so good! Customer service were 5 starts, I went to order a bottle of water and the owner said to not worry about paying for it, it's on the house! Seriously great experience made my Saturday 10 times better! read more

Mikara Cafe - Hazelnut drink top left. And delicious crapes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

tried the heart-shaped dessert topped with pistachios and strawberries -- and it was perfect. The flavor was rich and balanced, not overly sweet, and you could tell it was made fresh with care. The texture was creamy and light, with just the right crunch from the nuts. The owner was also extremely polite and friendly. I definitely need to bring my friends to hang out here. read more

Mikara Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California

Great cafe spot to grab a refreshing drink and sweet treat! Had some delicious baklava with a peach tea- totally turned a tough day right around! read more

Mikara Cafe - Baklava and Iced Peach Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Diego, California