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Mika's

4.8 (194 reviews)
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Closed 7:30 am - 5:00 pm

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Antonette H.

I had been wanting to try this coffee shop for quite a while, and every time I was in the area, I somehow forgot to stop by. I finally made it in, and unfortunately, it wasn't what I had hoped for. I ordered a Honey Lavender Iced Latte, but I couldn't taste any lavender flavor at all. My husband also wasn't a fan of his drink. Sadly, neither of us really enjoyed our coffees, and I don't think it's a place I would go out of my way to revisit. The coffee shop itself is small and in a crowdedshopping center. While the pastries looked delicious, I don't really remember much about the customer service--it just wasn't particularly memorable. If I do decide to give it another chance, I may try one of the pastries and hope for a better experience.

Toffee latte
Hannah C.

First time visiting this restaurant with a group of friends yesterday. Right off the bat there is very limited seating at this shop. The seating and tables were also not maintained, there were cups and dishes and food debris all over several of the tables and no customers were at them. The shop wasn't very busy so I'm not sure why these table weren't cleaned up. We had a group of 6 total, and we had to move tables and chairs together in order for us to sit together. There is only one large table and of course it was already taken. The other areas with couches had such low tables at them that there was no way you could dine there comfortably. We ordered a few different items off the menu but my absolute favorite was the breakfast croissant. I highly recommend it. It had great flavor, it was a complete breakfast and was fresh. The small side of cantaloupe was like a child's portion though. We did go back and order more because we were still hungry so if you're a big eater this place can get pricey. I ordered the toffee decaf iced latte as it was recommended by my friend, but it definitely didn't taste like decaf. It was still super strong so just a heads up if that is something you would be interested in. Overall this place wasn't bad, if you're looking to eat somewhere as a group of 4 or more I'd recommend you go elsewhere.

greek yogurt fruit bowl

My sister and I found Mika's on yelp & were excited to try their menu based on all of the great reviews. It was fairly busy, many people seemingly working remotely. We ordered 2 iced matcha lattes, the poached egg avocado toast and greek yogurt fruit bowl and had a seat outside. The environment felt homey and the food I do believe was made with love. However, the avocado toast was lacking seasoning and flavor in my personal opinion. I wouldn't recommend the matcha to anyone. It tasted like green milk, which we were kindly given an extra shot of matcha powder for free but it just wasn't good. All of this said, not the worst experience we've had but for around $50 for the two of us we were disappointed.

Mika's Salad with 2 poached eggs
Mohsin R.

This is my second review of Mika's.. I am a regular/frequent visitor here..there are many reasons, first and foremost being the great healthy and scrumptious breakfast and lunch options besides its plethora of amazing coffee and tea choices... Before, I reveal, yet another amazing addition to the menu that is out of this world, yet so simple, it would be unfair of me to not show my gratitude to the most welcoming staff working at the front desk .. all of them very respectful, and their service is the reason why Mika has such a wonderful, and inviting ambience for young and older people, and has a very family oriented vibe to it!! Finally, the new big reveal.. it's the Mika's Salad... somehow, the chef Dušanka came up with a perfect medley of greens, spinach, heart of palm, black olives, garbanzo chickpeas, delicious sprinkling of feta cheese and pine nuts and to top it off, request two velvety poached eggs that sit delicately on this bed of goodness, you will keep coming back!!

Avocado Toast
Amanda J.

This was my first time here and I loved the aesthetics and atmosphere. The employees were super helpful and friendly, which made the experience even better. I ordered avocado toast with scrambled eggs, and it came with a small kale salad and cantaloupe. Everything tasted fresh. The toast was thick but didn't overpower the other ingredients, and I especially loved that it came with pickled red onions. I asked for a side of balsamic vinaigrette, which paired perfectly with the toast. Overall, a great experience. I'll definitely be coming back!

Stephanie O.

Drove by and had to stop for a quick coffee while I continued running my errands. This cute little coffee shop is location in a busy shopping center. What makes it stands out to me is the cute space they created with fresh flowers on each table, variety of board games, and ample seating. The menu is extensive with a variety of drinks to fit anyone's palette! I ordered their new toffee latte. It was delicious, a little sweet for my tastes, but still well balanced and something I'd get again when I'm in the area as long as I remember to stop by before they close in the mid afternoon!

Saliha M.

After a meeting at City Hall, I came here with my mom, who had a doctor's appointment just down the road. We stopped in for lunch and it ended up being the most pleasant surprise. The high reviews were super reassuring, and after our visit, I know I made the right move choosing Mika's. First of all, the Spanish latte was hands down the best coffee I've ever had in my life. Light, smooth, not bitter at all and just absolute perfection. My mom got a dirty chai, which was bold, flavorful, and comforting. She said this is the best cup of charge she's had since the past 20 years! I ordered the avocado toast with poached eggs, topped with roasted red peppers, pickled onions, and pumpkin seeds. It was fresh, balanced, and delicious. It came with a small side salad and fresh cantaloupe, which made the meal feel complete. We also shared a pitaya bowl, which was bright, refreshing, and packed with fruit, granola, coconut, and texture. Not overly sweet, just right. What stood out most? The staff. One person made our drinks and cooked the food, all while being professional, calm, and incredibly kind. That kind of care and work ethic is rare. These kinds of interactions with small businesses are exactly what help invest in the kind of treatment, service, and community we want for ourselves and for the generations to come. Corporate chains can't replicate this. Mika's is authentic, clean, welcoming, and full of heart. I'll be coming back for sure. This place deserves all the love it gets.

Royal breakfast
anita t.

Service was very friendly. We all enjoyed our coffees and breakfast. Honey cinnamon latte iced was really good. Overall a Little pricey but quality food. Not a lot of seating but there is outside too. Definitely recommend.

Cappuccino
Kim W.

Hidden gem. Yummy coffee with great lunch & breakfast options (I had oat meal with banana and raisins). Great service. Tasteful decor, the fresh flowers and mural gives the place an extra nice touch. Plenty of parking.

Avocado Toast with Scrambled Egg Whites! Delicious!!!
Wendy A.

Cozy environment, great service, delicious food! I will definitely be back! I had the Avocado Toast with Scrambled Egg Whites. The sourdough was thick and the seasoning on top was the perfect amount. The cantaloupe and the little salad were yummy, too.

Vanilla oat latte
Thea M.

Love this little restaurant! Tucked in an unassuming strip mall off the 78 in San Marcos, Mika's was a great place to have delicious coffee and breakfast. They have fresh made pastries, coffee and surprisingly large menu with various breakfast offerings. I tried my normal order of a vanilla oat latte and avocado toast and was pleasantly surprised and how good they both were. Would recommend and will be back!

Coffee Must!
Jemiah J.

Love this little gem! Cute decor, great Avocado Toast, and Cortado. I was even able to custom mine with Honey and Oatmilk. They pair it with sparkling water. The service was great too. Parking was easy. Plenty of seats, even two couches inside and games to play with your friends.

Latte
Steven F.

Ran into Mika's randomly. I ordered the latte and it is delicious! Their pastries are amazing. I tasted the creme brûlée croissant which is phenomenal. Will return just for that. Mika, the owner, is also sweet. The place is beautifully decorated, they have free wifi, and a cozy lobby space to work in.

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Very nice, small business cafe. Attentive staff and the food that we had was delicious!!!

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1 year ago

What a great little coffee shop. I had a delicious scone and latte. And a very pleasant environment.

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7 months ago

Lovely and quaint little place. The coffee is outstanding and the avocado toast was delicious. Very friendly service as well.

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Caring servers, good tasting coffee, good sized portions, fair prices, tasty food. Plenty of parking!

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8 months ago

Okay coffee but the food is really really good. Nice people and environment. The bureau was the best and toast.

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10 months ago

Heaven's above the normal... Atmosphere, service, espresso drinks & healthy exotic food

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9 months ago

A hidden gem! Coffee is great! The food and bakery are also amazing! The server/baristas and the owner are really nice!

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Great service, lady was super nice. Coffee was good, not too sweet not too bitter. The shop vibes were good too!

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Do they have gluten free options?

Hi, yes we do have a gluten-free options

Are Dogs allowed?

Yes they are dog friendly but since cafe is small be considerate if you have big doogies.

Do they have highchairs?

I've been there several times I have not seen anybody using a high chair nor where there any visible but they might have it hidden

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